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Messi’s Emotional Brace Secures Argentina’s 3-0 Win in Final Home World Cup Qualifier
- Messi scored two goals in his likely last home World Cup qualifier, leading Argentina to a 3-0 win over Venezuela at a packed Estadio Monumental.
- Messi received a standing ovation and emotional support from 85,000 fans, visibly moved with tears during the match build-up.
- He became the all-time top scorer in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers with 36 goals, contributing two crucial strikes.
- Lautaro Martínez added the third goal, helping Argentina maintain top position in South American qualifying.
- Messi is uncertain about playing in the 2026 World Cup, citing physical condition and rest following injury.
PM Modi Fully Reciprocates Trump’s “Will Always Be Friends” Remark, Affirms Positive India-US Ties
- PM Modi deeply appreciates and fully reciprocates US President Trump’s sentiments affirming their personal friendship.
- Modi described India-US ties as a very positive and forward-looking comprehensive strategic partnership despite some current tensions.
- The friendship remark comes amid tensions over US tariffs on Indian goods and India’s Russian oil imports.
- External Affairs Minister Jaishankar stressed Modi attaches great importance to the US relationship and India remains engaged.
- Trump softened his tone after earlier critical comments, reaffirming the special relationship and ongoing friendship with Modi.
“Shreyas Iyer Named India A Captain for Australia A Multi-Day Series, Eyes Test Comeback”
- Shreyas Iyer has been named captain of India A for two unofficial Test matches against Australia A, starting September 16, 2025, in Lucknow.
- Dhruv Jurel will serve as vice-captain, and the squad includes experienced players like KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj, who will join for the second match.
- This leadership role comes after Iyer was left out of the Asia Cup squad, signaling a chance for him to make a Test comeback.
- The matches aim to prepare players for the upcoming home international season, with a mix of established and new players in the squad.
- The two matches in Lucknow are scheduled for September 16-19 and September 23-26, followed by three one-day matches in Kanpur.
BCCI Clarifies: India to Play Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 as Per Government Policy Amid Backlash
- India will play Pakistan on September 14, 2025, in the Asia Cup as per the Indian government’s revised policy allowing participation in multinational tournaments despite political tensions.
- India maintains a policy of avoiding bilateral sports with Pakistan but participates in multinational events like Asia Cup and ICC tournaments.
- The decision has caused public outrage, especially after a terror attack in Pahalgam linked to Pakistan-sponsored terrorists.
- BCCI follows the government policy strictly and warns that boycotting multinational events may lead to international sanctions affecting Indian sports.
- Players and BCCI are acting under government directives and do not have independent discretion over playing the India-Pakistan match.
“US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Predicts India Will Apologize and Return to Trade Talks in 1-2 Months Amid Tariff Dispute”
- US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said India will return to the US negotiating table within 1-2 months, “saying sorry” and seeking a trade deal amid tariff tensions.
- Lutnick called India’s current defiance over US tariffs “bravado” and warned India must choose between supporting the US or facing 50% tariffs.
- The US imposed tariffs on India due to its continued discounted Russian oil purchases, which Lutnick described as “just plain wrong.”
- Lutnick emphasized the US is the world’s biggest consumer market, and India’s businesses will eventually demand a deal with the US.
- India remains firm on buying Russian oil and being part of BRICS but hopes a trade deal with the US can be reached by November.
Man from Patna Arrested in Noida for Sending ‘400 kg RDX’ Bomb Threat to Mumbai Police Claiming Lashkar-e-Jihadi Link
- A man from Patna, living in Noida, was arrested for sending a fake bomb threat to Mumbai Police claiming 400 kg of RDX was planted in 34 vehicles.
- The threat mentioned an organization called ‘Lashkar-e-Jihadi’ and warned of blasts during Mumbai’s Ganesh festival.
- The message was sent via WhatsApp, leading to heightened security and investigation by Mumbai and Noida police.
- Police identified the man through CCTV and technical analysis and arrested him within 24 hours.
- The threat was confirmed a hoax, but caution was advised during the ongoing festival celebrations to avoid panic and spread of rumors.