No handshake at toss: India’s stance against Pakistan continues in T20 World Cup despite calls for ‘spirit’ | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: India captain Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha did not shake hands during the toss in the T20 World Cup 2026 match between the arch-rivals in Colombo on Sunday, continuing India’s no-handshake policy against Pakistan.The customary gesture was absent after the toss, extending a stance that has been in place since…

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Bank holidays in February 2026: Are banks closed for Losar and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti next week? Check state-wise list

As February progresses, customers planning to visit banks are advised to check the holiday schedule in advance to avoid inconvenience. In India, banks observe both national and state-specific holidays, which means closure dates can differ from one region to another.Next week, several banks across the country will remain closed for state observances: February 18: Banks…

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Saba Pataudi posts RARE wedding picture of Randhir Kapoor and Babita, wishes happy birthday – see post | Hindi Movie News

Saba Pataudi shared a rare wedding photo of Randhir Kapoor and Babita, wishing him a happy birthday on Instagram. The black-and-white image shows the couple in traditional attire, alongside nostalgic notes about her father Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and family traditions like Quran Khawani. A viral Kareena clip recalls Karisma’s film struggles and Randhir’s emotional…

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‘Unbecoming of a nation like ours’: Sanjay Manjrekar minces no words on India’s ‘silly’ handshake policy vs Pakistan

Suryakumar Yadav, Salman Ali Agha. (File photo) Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised India’s no-handshake policy against Pakistan, calling it “silly” and saying it does not reflect well on a major cricketing nation.India have followed a no-handshake policy against Pakistan since the Asia Cup 2025 in both men’s and women’s cricket. With the two…

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Global cues, AI disruption fears to steer markets this week: Analysts

Macroeconomic data, global geopolitical developments and rising concerns over AI-related disruptions are likely to dictate stock market sentiment in the coming week, analysts said, even as investors remain cautious amid persistent volatility.Trading activity of foreign investors and movements in the domestic currency are also expected to influence market direction. Focus on US data, fed outlook…

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