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The government has planned to manufacture 260 rakes of Vande Bharat Sleeper trainsets as part of efforts to upgrade long-distance rail travel with advanced safety systems and passenger comfort features, according to Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.The programme will be executed in phases covering prototype development, testing, trials and series production. The sleeper variant is being developed through a coordinated manufacturing effort involving BEML, Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai and technology partners.

According to the official statement, the “development of new rolling stocks like Vande Sleeper necessitates a holistic approach, combining technological innovation, strategic planning and manufacturing to ensure a safe, reliable and comfortable travel.”The government said induction of Vande Bharat Sleeper trainsets into passenger services will be carried out in phases based on demand and operational readiness.“The process involves development of prototype, extensive testing and trials followed by series production,” the statement said.The project is part of the broader push to enhance passenger experience while improving operational efficiency and safety standards across the railway network.The new sleeper trainsets are being equipped with multiple advanced safety and passenger-centric features.These include semi-permanent jerk-free couplers and anti-climbers, KAVACH safety systems, and crashworthy coach design complying with EN safety standards. The trainsets will have fire barrier doors, aerosol-based fire detection and suppression systems in electrical cabinets and lavatories, and CCTV coverage across all coaches.The trains will also feature regenerative braking systems for energy efficiency and higher acceleration with a design speed of 180 kmph and operating speed of 160 kmph.Passenger comfort upgrades include centrally controlled automatic plug doors, fully sealed wider gangways, centrally monitored coach systems, and air-conditioning units fitted with indigenously developed UV-C lamp-based disinfection technology to improve hygiene inside coaches.Special provisions have been made for Divyangjan passengers, including dedicated lavatories in driving coaches, along with emergency talk-back units for passenger communication with the train manager or loco pilot during emergencies.

Priyanka Chopra is set to return to Indian movies with SS Rajamouli’s magnum opus, ‘Varanasi’. The actress will be playing the role of Mandakini in the movie. However, before agreeing to come on board for the project, the actress put forth one condition. Here’s what happened next.

Priyanka Chopra’s condition for agreeing to ‘Varanasi’

In an interview with Cinema Blend, Priyanka Chopra shared that she has not done any Indian films in the last six years. The actress recalled, “So when he called me, and he was like, ‘Oh, you know, this female character’s really cool, and you have to do it,’ and whatever, I was like, ‘I have one request: will you make me dance? Please, because I haven’t danced for so long.”

Priyanka Chopra then shared, “Whoa, I should not have asked, because we be dancing. Oh my gosh, there’s a lot. And poor Mahesh was like, ‘It’s because of you. Because of you, I have to do it too.'”

Mahesh Babu talks about the dance number

Mahesh Babu was also part of the interview, and he called the song “sensational.” The Telugu superstar added that they have already shot for the song and “it just keeps playing in our minds.”He further added that Priyanka Chopra keeps singing the track all the time. He clarified again that the song “was because she wanted to dance and… and he made her dance.”

More about ‘Varanasi’

Directed by SS Rajamouli, the movie will star Mahesh Babu as Rudra, Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini, and Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha, the main antagonist.As per the reports and fan theories, the movie will showcase time travel. Earlier, the filmmaker had confirmed that in one of the scenes in the movie, Mahesh Babu will be seen as Lord Rama. While the title reveal teaser was dropped last year, the makers recently unveiled the new poster of the film, confirming the release date. The film is set to arrive in cinemas on April 7, 2027.

With the 10th edition set to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the big question remains — will a host finally break the jinx? (Image credit: ICC)

Since the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup was launched in 2007 in South Africa, nine editions of the marquee tournament have been completed, producing six different champions and countless unforgettable moments. India, West Indies and England have each lifted the trophy twice, while Pakistan, Australia and Sri Lanka have tasted success once.India scripted history in the inaugural edition under Mahendra Singh Dhoni, edging past arch-rivals Pakistan by five runs in a nerve-shredding final at Johannesburg’s Wanderers Stadium. The Men in Blue had to wait nearly 17 years to reclaim the crown, finally doing so in 2024 when Rohit Sharma’s side defeated South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling summit clash at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.

India enter the upcoming tournament as defending champions after their triumph across the Caribbean and the United States. Playing in familiar conditions, they start as strong contenders, although T20 cricket’s inherent unpredictability promises another gripping contest.A curious trend has also defined the competition so far: none of the host nations have ever won the T20 World Cup. South Africa (2007), England (2009), West Indies (2010), Sri Lanka (2012), Bangladesh (2014), India (2016), UAE & Oman (2021), Australia (2022), and USA & West Indies (2024) all staged the event, yet the trophy always travelled elsewhere.With the 10th edition set to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the big question remains — will a host finally break the jinx?Here’s a look back at the finals from the first nine editions:2007 T20 World CupChampions: IndiaRunners-up: PakistanHosts: South AfricaIndia sealed a thrilling five-run victory over Pakistan to lift the inaugural ICC World Twenty20 title in front of a frenzied crowd at the Wanderers, producing what many still regard as one of the greatest finals in major tournament history. With six needed off four balls, Misbah-ul-Haq attempted a risky scoop over short fine leg off Joginder Sharma, only to send the ball straight up in the air. Sreesanth settled under it and completed the catch, triggering wild celebrations as India were crowned champions.“It’s one of the things I will treasure for the rest of my life,” Dhoni said after the match.The five-run victory handed India their first T20 World Cup crown.2009 T20 World CupChampions: PakistanRunners-up: Sri LankaHosts: EnglandAfter missing the World Cup by a whisker in 2007, Pakistan didn’t let the chance slip this time. The side, which had fallen agonisingly short two years earlier, lifted the trophy at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground.After Abdul Razzaq’s three-wicket burst restricted Sri Lanka to 138/6 in 20 overs, Pakistan’s swashbuckling batter Shahid Afridi guided his team home in the 19th over with an unbeaten 54. Pakistan captain Younis Khan raised the trophy in front of a roaring Lord’s crowd.

T20 World Cup winners list

2010 T20 World CupChampions: EnglandRunners-up: AustraliaHosts: West IndiesAfter failing to reach the knockouts in 2009 as hosts, England learned from their mistakes and turned the tables in the 2010 edition. They defeated Australia in the final to lift their maiden T20 World Cup trophy under Paul Collingwood’s captaincy.Electing to field first, England, riding on Ryan Sidebottom’s two wickets and tight bowling from Graeme Swann (1/17), limited Australia to 147/6 in 20 overs.In reply, Craig Kieswetter scored 63, while Kevin Pietersen smashed 47 to help England chase down the target in 17 overs and win the title.2012 T20 World CupChampions: West IndiesRunners-up: Sri LankaHosts: Sri LankaMarlon Samuels and Darren Sammy helped West Indies clinch their first world title since 1979. The wait was long, and tears of joy flowed for the Men in Maroon. West Indies elected to bat first against Sri Lanka in Colombo. Ajantha Mendis (4/12) did the job for Sri Lanka, restricting West Indies to 137/6. Samuels blasted 78 off 56 balls, while Sammy scored an unbeaten 26 off 15.Despite posting a modest total, West Indies, riding on Sunil Narine’s 3/9 and Darren Sammy’s 2/6, bowled Sri Lanka out for 101 to win the final by 36 runs.2014 T20 World CupChampions: Sri LankaRunners-up: IndiaHosts: BangladeshIndia entered the final as favourites to repeat their 2007 success. Sri Lanka elected to field first and restricted India to 130/4. Virat Kohli top-scored with 77 off 58 balls. In reply, Kumar Sangakkara struck a brilliant unbeaten 52 off 35 balls to take Sri Lanka home in Dhaka.2016 T20 World CupChampions: West IndiesRunners-up: EnglandHosts: IndiaThe 2016 final is regarded as one of the greatest in T20 World Cup history. West Indies were pushed all the way and eventually prevailed in trademark fashion. The hero was Carlos Brathwaite.After England posted 155/9, West Indies suffered a poor start, losing Johnson Charles, Chris Gayle and Lendl Simmons with just 11 on the board. Marlon Samuels’ brilliant unbeaten 85 kept them in the hunt.The final over equation read: Windies needed 19 off six balls. Brathwaite was on strike, Ben Stokes had the ball — and the rest is history. Brathwaite smashed four consecutive sixes to seal the title.2021 T20 World CupChampions: AustraliaRunners-up: New ZealandHosts: UAE and OmanBoth New Zealand and Australia were chasing their first T20 World Cup title, and it was Australia who emerged victorious. New Zealand, put in to bat, scored 172/4, with Kane Williamson making 85 off 48 balls. In reply, David Warner hit 53 while Mitchell Marsh smashed an unbeaten 77 to guide Australia to their maiden crown.2022 T20 World CupChampions: EnglandRunners-up: PakistanHosts: AustraliaBoth England and Pakistan were aiming for a second T20 World Cup title. England prevailed by five wickets. After electing to field, England rode on fine spells from Sam Curran (3/12), Adil Rashid (2/22) and Chris Jordan (2/27) to restrict Pakistan to 137/8. Ben Stokes then scored an unbeaten 52 to steer England to victory.2024 T20 World CupChampions: IndiaRunners-up: South AfricaHosts: USA and West IndiesIt was a pulsating final between India and South Africa, with India snatching victory from the jaws of defeat. The Men in Blue won by seven runs to reclaim the T20 crown and end India’s 11-year trophy drought. Following the triumph, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja announced their retirement from the shortest format of the game.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has always been a battleground where the batter-dominated narrative goes to die. While the shortest format is often celebrated for its towering sixes and lightning-fast hundreds, the history of the tournament proves that it is the bowlers who truly dictate the destination of the trophy. From the swing-friendly conditions of South Africa in 2007 to the slow, turning tracks of the Caribbean in 2024, the leading wicket-takers have consistently been the tactical pivots for their teams.

As we stand on the cusp of the 10th edition in 2026, hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the legacy of these record holders offers a fascinating roadmap of how T20 bowling has evolved from raw pace to mystery spin and, eventually, to the era of the high-skill left-armers.

Leading wicket-takers in each edition of the T20 World Cup

The history of the T20 World Cup is a chronicle of bowling innovation. Below is a detailed breakdown of the masters who topped the charts in every edition to date.

2007 T20 World Cup – Umar Gul (Pakistan)

The inaugural edition in South Africa was the stage where Umar Gul perfected the art of the death-over yorker. He was the spearhead of Pakistan’s journey to the final, finishing with 13 wickets. Gul’s campaign was defined by his incredible ability to reverse the ball, most notably against New Zealand in the semi-final, where his 3/15 earned him the Player of the Match. Despite his heroics, including three wickets in the final against India, Gul finished as a runner-up. He ended with an average of 11.92 and a staggering economy of 5.60.

2009 T20 World Cup – Umar Gul (Pakistan)

Making history, Gul became the first and only bowler to lead the wicket-taking charts in consecutive editions. In 2009, he again claimed 13 wickets, but this time, he walked away with the trophy. His career-best 5/6 against New Zealand at The Oval remains one of the most iconic spells in the tournament’s history. Gul’s relentless accuracy ensured Pakistan’s dominance, as he led a pack that included Ajantha Mendis and Lasith Malinga.

2010 T20 World Cup – Dirk Nannes (Australia)

As the tournament moved to the Caribbean, Australia’s Dirk Nannes brought searing pace to the fore. Nannes finished with 14 wickets at an average of 13.07. His ability to extract bounce on the West Indies tracks made him a nightmare for top orders, particularly against Pakistan and India. Although he went wicketless in the final as Australia lost to England, Nannes’ performance remains the high-water mark for Australian fast bowling in T20 World Cups.

2012 T20 World Cup – Ajantha Mendis (Sri Lanka)

The 2012 edition belonged to the mystery of Ajantha Mendis. Playing on home soil, Mendis dismantled batting lineups to finish with 15 wickets. He began the tournament with a world-record 6/8 against Zimbabwe, a record that stood for seven years. In the final, he was nearly untouchable, taking 4/12 against a powerhouse West Indies lineup, though the West Indies eventually snatched the title.

2014 T20 World Cup – Imran Tahir (South Africa) & Ahsan Malik (Netherlands)

The 2014 edition in Bangladesh saw a rare tie at the top, with both Imran Tahir and Ahsan Malik taking 12 wickets. Tahir was the heartbeat of the Proteas’ spin attack, while Malik became the face of Associate nation excellence. Malik’s 5/19 against South Africa was a historic performance, highlighting the narrowing gap between the established giants and rising teams.

2016 T20 World Cup – Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan)

This tournament marked the arrival of Afghanistan as a global bowling powerhouse. Mohammad Nabi topped the list with 12 wickets, outshining even his teammate Rashid Khan. Nabi’s veteran intelligence was on full display in the Super 10s, where his calm final over against the West Indies (the eventual champions) secured a historic win for Afghanistan.

2021 T20 World Cup – Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)

Wanindu Hasaranga redefined the role of the modern leg-spinner in the UAE, claiming 16 wickets in just 8 matches. His campaign included a hat-trick against South Africa and a brilliant 3/21 against England. Hasaranga’s economy of 5.20 and average of 9.75 showcased a level of dominance rarely seen in the format.

2022 T20 World Cup – Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)

Proving his 2021 performance was no fluke, Hasaranga topped the charts again in Australia with 15 wickets. His wily variations worked even on the larger Australian grounds, making him the only spinner to rival Umar Gul’s record of leading back-to-back tournaments.

2024 T20 World Cup – Fazalhaq Farooqi (Afghanistan) & Arshdeep Singh (India)

The most recent edition in the USA and Caribbean saw a new benchmark set. Afghanistan’s Fazalhaq Farooqi and India’s Arshdeep Singh shared the honors with 17 wickets each, the most ever in a single edition. Farooqi’s 5/9 against Uganda and Arshdeep’s match-winning 2/20 in the final against South Africa proved that left-arm pace is currently the most lethal weapon in T20 cricket.

Also READ: From Virat Kohli to Babar Azam: Leading run-scorers in each edition of T20 World Cup

Who will lead the numbers game in 2026?

With the 2026 T20 World Cup held in India and Sri Lanka, the subcontinental conditions will undoubtedly favor spin-heavy attacks and masters of change-of-pace. Rashid remains a perennial favorite; his unmatched experience and recent form make him a prime candidate to reclaim the top spot. However, the emergence of Varun Chakaravarthy, currently the world’s top-ranked T20 bowler, suggests he could be India’s greatest weapon on home soil.

Don’t overlook the defending champions’ pace duo; Arshdeep Singh has a knack for peaking at ICC events, while Jasprit Bumrah continues to be the gold standard for economy and breakthroughs. From Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga will be hunting for a third most wickets title in front of his home crowd. On these turning tracks, the battle for the most wickets will likely be a high-stakes chess match between elite wrist-spinners and crafty left-arm seamers.

Also READ: T20 World Cup 2026: Complete squads of all teams along with their captains

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Centre whether there was any possibility of it rethinking or relooking at the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, saying that “his medical condition is not that good”.The top court also asked the Centre to brief it on the government’s stand on the next date of hearing and directed the authorities to place before it the original file related to Wangchuk’s detention.The observation came a day after the Centre and the Union Territory administration of Ladakh told the top court that Sonam was detained for allegedly instigating people in a sensitive border area.Justifying the detention, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and P B Varale that all procedural safeguards were followed while invoking the National Security Act (NSA).“This court is dealing with a person who is instigating people in a border area, adjacent to Pakistan and China, where regional sensitivity is involved,” Mehta said, adding that all provisions of the NSA had been “scrupulously complied with” and that Sonam was being treated fairly.The arguments remained inconclusive and will continue on the next date of hearing, PTI reported.Earlier, the Centre had claimed that Sonam attempted to instigate Gen Z and had referred to protests such as those seen in Nepal and Bangladesh, including mentions of “Arab Spring-like agitations.”The court was hearing a plea filed by Sonam Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, challenging his detention under the NSA.She has alleged that the detention is illegal, arbitrary and violative of his fundamental rights. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Angmo, argued that the police relied on “borrowed material” and selective videos to mislead the detaining authority.The plea further said it was wholly “preposterous” that Sonam was being targeted after more than three decades of work and recognition at the state, national and international levels for his contributions to grassroots education, innovation and environmental conservation in Ladakh and across India.Sonam, who is lodged in Jodhpur Central Jail, was detained on September 26 last year, two days after violent protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh left four people dead and 90 injured.The government has accused him of inciting the violence, a charge Angmo has denied, stating that Sonam had himself condemned the violence and said it would lead to the failure of Ladakh’s peaceful movement.

NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday stirred a fresh controversy after he took a jibe at BJP MP Ravneet Singh Bittu and called him “traitor friend.”While protesting at the Makar Dwar of the parliament complex over the suspension of Congress MPs, Rahul and Bittu engaged in a verbal altercation. While the Congress leader called Bittu a “traitor”, Bittu retorted by calling Rahul Gandhi and Congress MPs “Sadak ka gunda”.

Reportedly, the war of words began when Bittu commented on the MPs protesting outside Parliament, saying, “They are sitting as if they won a war.”‘Unacceptable’Taking offence to the remarks, the Sikh leaders of BJP launched a sharp attack against Rahul Gandhi, calling the remark “unacceptable” and deeply offensive to the Sikh community.During a press conference, Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri demanded an apology from the Congress leader and “This word, traitor, can not be taken lightly. The word is used for someone who has betrayed his country. This is a very sensitive issue for the Sikh community,” Puri said.Ravneet Singh Bittu is not just an MP elected from Ludhiana, he is not just a member of a Sikh family that has served the country, his grandfather, Sardar Beant Singh, who was the chief minister of Punjab, fell to an assassin’s bullet. And you call him a traitor. This is unacceptable,” he added.‘You were fine when I was with you’Countering Rahul Gandhi, Bittu recalling the anti-Sikh riots in 1984 and accused Congress of indulging in attrocities on Sikhs.“They think they are the biggest patriots. I said, you are the biggest traitor of this country, the murderers of Sikhs. His goons killed thousands of Sikhs in this country. They vandalised our most sacred Gurudwara. When workers used to chant ‘shaheed’ for Rajiv Gandhi, they also used to also call Sardar Beant Singh ‘Shaheed-e-azam’. The problems in Punjab, the terrorism there – Sikhs were called, but action was not taken. So, it was Sardar Beant Singh who calmed Punjab,” Bittu said“You were fine when I was with you, but now that I am in the BJP, you are using such language. After such remarks, he is offering his hand as if he were a king,” the Union MoS added.BJP stages protest at Congress HQBJP leaders and workers staged a protest near the Congress headquarters on Akbar Road against Rahul Gandhi The protesters gathered at Mansingh Road near Congress headquarters, raising slogans “Sikh Sardar Hai, Rahul Gandhi Gaddar Hai”, and demanded an apology from the from the Congress leader in the Lok Sabha.Leading the protest, Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said that “Gandhi not just abused an individual but the entire Sikh community, which is the pride of the country.”

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CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, ITALY – JANUARY 31: The Olympic rings (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

The 2026 Winter Olympics, officially known as Milano Cortina 2026, are set to begin in Northern Italy, bringing the global spotlight back to winter sport. The Games will run from Friday, February 6 to Sunday, February 22, with athletes from across the world competing in 16 different disciplines spread across multiple Italian venues.Opening Ceremony: Date and TimeThe Opening Ceremony will be held on Friday, February 6, marking the formal start of the Winter Games. For viewers in India, the ceremony will begin at 12:30 AM IST (early hours of February 7), while local time in Italy will be 8:00 PM CET. The ceremony will officially launch more than two weeks of high-profile competition.Although the opening ceremony is scheduled for February 6, sporting action will start earlier. Curling events begin on February 4, while men’s downhill alpine skiing is scheduled for February 7 at 4:00 PM IST.Key Medal Events to WatchSeveral marquee gold medal events are spread across the Games. The women’s alpine skiing downhill will take place on February 8, followed by men’s figure skating on February 13. The spotlight returns to alpine skiing with the women’s slalom on February 18.February 19 will be one of the busiest medal days, featuring the women’s figure skating final, the women’s ice hockey gold medal match, and the first-ever Olympic gold medals in ski mountaineering, a new addition to the programme. The Games will conclude on February 22, with the men’s ice hockey gold medal match followed by the Closing Ceremony.India’s ParticipationIndia will be represented by two athletes at Milano Cortina 2026. Arif Mohammad Khan has qualified in alpine skiing, while Stanzin Lundup will compete in cross-country skiing, continuing India’s presence at the Winter Olympics.Host Cities and VenuesThe Games will be jointly hosted by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, with events staged across Northern Italy. Competition venues include Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Valtellina, Val di Fiemme, and Anterselva, showcasing Italy’s alpine landscape and winter sports infrastructure.Where to Watch Live in India Indian viewers can follow the Winter Olympics live on JioCinema, with televised coverage available on Sports18. Viacom18 is the official broadcaster for the Games in India.Full Sports List at Milano Cortina 2026The 16 disciplines featured at the 2026 Winter Olympics are:Alpine Skiing, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Figure Skating, Freestyle Skiing, Ice Hockey, Luge, Nordic Combined, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Ski Mountaineering, Snowboarding, and Speed Skating.With a multi-city format, new sports, and major medal events lined up, the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics promise a packed and compelling schedule from start to finish.