Bangladesh Sports Minister Aminul Haque announced plans to consult the International Cricket Council before deciding on the future of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). The move follows allegations of irregularities and interference during last year’s BCB elections. A five-member committee formed on March 11 is expected to submit its findings within 15 working days. Haque, […]
The shoot of Naagzilla, starring Kartik Aaryan, has officially wrapped. The final day of filming took place on March 16 in Mumbai under the direction of Mrighdeep Singh Lamba. While Kartik had already completed his portions earlier, the remaining scenes were shot with other cast members. The team celebrated the wrap with excitement, along with […]
Inbound travellers to the United Arab Emirates are largely rescheduling rather than cancelling trips amid the ongoing tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran, highlighting continued confidence in Dubai’s tourism sector. Travel agents report that around 90 percent of cancellations are temporary, with most bookings being moved to later dates instead of being fully withdrawn. […]
The United Arab Emirates has announced the extension of distance learning across all schools and universities for two weeks following the spring break, as part of precautionary measures to ensure student safety and continuity in education. The spring break is scheduled from March 9 to March 22, with in person classes originally set to resume […]
The dominance of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz continues to define men’s tennis in 2026, but experienced stars are beginning to push back. At Indian Wells, Daniil Medvedev delivered one of the standout performances of the season, defeating Alcaraz in straight sets despite losing their previous four encounters. His resurgence follows a difficult 2025 and […]
Salman Khan’s upcoming war drama, originally titled Battle of Galwan, has been renamed Maatrubhumi, with the change linked to diplomatic considerations rather than creative preference alone. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film marks Salman’s first role as an army officer. Sources said the decision was influenced by ongoing sensitivities between India and China. Salman was […]
The UAE has successfully assisted around 500 Golden Visa holders and residents stranded abroad due to regional tensions and aviation restrictions, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) announced on March 15, 2026. In coordination with the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), the group returned safely via air and land entry points after […]
Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 11 runs in the third and final one-day international (ODI) on March 15, 2026, at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, winning the series 2-1. Tanzid Hasan starred for Bangladesh, scoring his maiden ODI century — a 107-run knock from 98 balls with six fours and seven sixes — earning him […]
Paul Thomas Anderson’s political thriller One Battle After Another was the big winner at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre, taking home six Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor (Sean Penn), Best Film Editing, and the inaugural Best Casting award. Anderson, earning his […]
Expatriates in the United Arab Emirates can now complete the mandatory medical fitness test for residency visa renewal from their homes through a new service introduced by Emirates Health Services. The initiative allows residents to book an appointment by calling 800887, after which a specialised medical team from Wiqayati preventive health centres visits the applicant’s […]