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Zimbabwe all-rounder Ryan Burl said his team is aware of the task ahead against India but believes the pressure of a must-win T20 World Cup match could affect the hosts when the two sides meet on Thursday.The Group 1 Super Eights clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium is crucial for both teams after India lost to South Africa and Zimbabwe went down to the West Indies.“Yeah, it is a must-win match for us, but it’s also a must-win game for India. There’s obviously a lot at stake here, being a World Cup game and if we are to progress to the semifinals, we both want to look at winning tomorrow’s game,” Burl said at the pre-match press conference.“Obviously, we don’t get to play India a lot, so it’s something that we really have been looking forward to. Playing India in India is a challenge in itself. They obviously got a home ground advantage, but the added pressure of both teams needing to win tomorrow’s game.“Pressure does funny things to teams. And obviously it being a World Cup, there’s that added pressure as well. We hope to execute our process tomorrow,” he added.Burl said Zimbabwe’s bowling options could help them counter India’s batting.“We’re doing a lot of our homework. Obviously, India’s got that firepower where they obviously go really hard in the power play and if they don’t lose wickets, they’ve got guys that can go hard throughout. We’ve obviously got a lot of options (in bowling) and that’s probably one of the advantages of the Zimbabwe lineup.”“We’ve got left-arm seamer, right-arm seamer, we’ve got a couple of leg-spinners, we’ve got an off spinner, we’ve got a left arm offie. So, we do have quite a lot of depth and I think it will probably just come down to what are the match-ups depending on the batters that are out there and, obviously, the combinations that we do look to go for,” he added.The all-rounder said the team has moved on from the loss to the West Indies.“To be honest, I think we can only take positives from that defeat. It sounds weird, but we hadn’t really had a bad game until then. So there is massive learning in that.“And in saying that, India obviously also had their bad game against South Africa. So we’re both looking to bounce back, and no better place than to do that tomorrow,” he said.Burl also confirmed that captain Sikandar Raza is fit despite taking a blow in the previous match against West Indies.“Sikandar Raza is 100% playing. Good luck telling him that he’s not going to play against India. Yeah, he’s going to be playing,” he added.
Anthropic – it’s a name that has taken the technology world by storm globally – and its impact on Indian IT stocks has been significant. Anthropic – now valued at around $380 billion – has quickly emerged as a dominant force in the global technology landscape.What stands out even more is the pace at which the company has grown. Founded in 2021, Anthropic is only about five years old but has already established itself as one of the most highly valued players in the artificial intelligence sector. This comes at a time of artificial intelligence’s dramatic growth and its increasing capacity to automate substantial portions of the IT services industry. Anthropic’s valuation now exceeds the combined market capitalization of India’s publicly listed IT firms. By comparison, major companies such as Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Wipro, HCL Technologies and Tech Mahindra together are worth roughly $240 billion, according to an ET report.In February 2026, the company secured $30 billion in its latest funding round, pushing the valuation of the Claude chatbot developer to $380 billion – more than double its previous level – and highlighting strong investor enthusiasm for both the firm and the broader AI space.Anthropic describes itself as an artificial intelligence research and safety-focused organisation dedicated to developing AI systems that are dependable, transparent and controllable. One of its distinguishing strengths has been its focus on coding-oriented models. Its Claude Code tools have attracted significant interest from software developers, helping the company gain momentum in the rapidly expanding enterprise AI segment.The swift advancement of artificial intelligence – particularly Anthropic’s recent innovations – has unsettled Indian technology stocks. The impact has been sharp, with the Nifty IT index dropping about 21% in February, marking its steepest monthly fall since the global financial crisis of 2008.Selling pressure on IT stocks had begun mounting earlier in the month after Anthropic introduced a new artificial intelligence tool aimed at automating a broad range of professional activities. The launch revived worries that advances in AI could gradually erode the profit margins and long-established advantages enjoyed by traditional IT services firms.The company behind the Claude chatbot said the new system is capable of handling multiple legal-related tasks, including reviewing contracts, sorting non-disclosure agreements, managing compliance processes, preparing legal briefs and generating standardised replies. Investors have become increasingly concerned that artificial intelligence could significantly alter the competitive dynamics of the software and IT services sector, potentially undermining both profitability and market standing.Sectors that were previously viewed as relatively protected from AI disruption – such as legal work, data analysis and customer support — are now drawing closer scrutiny. If automation spreads across these areas, the extensive IT services ecosystem built around delivering such functions could come under pressure. Backed by Google and Amazon, Anthropic has rapidly expanded its business, stating that its annualised revenue run rate has reached $14 billion.Revenue on a run-rate basis from Claude Code alone has risen to more than $2.5 billion, more than doubling since the start of 2026. The company said business subscriptions for Claude Code have increased fourfold since the beginning of the year, with enterprise customers now contributing more than half of the product’s total revenue.Anthropic has also intensified its focus on corporate clients with products such as the Claude Cowork AI agent, which is designed to perform computer-based tasks typically handled by white-collar employees.(Disclaimer: Recommendations and views on the stock market, other asset classes or personal finance management tips given by experts are their own. These opinions do not represent the views of The Times of India)
NEW DELHI: Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta, on Wednesday, met the group of women from Arunachal Pradesh who were subjected to racial discrimination and derogatory remarks and assured strict action against those involved in the act.In a post on X, Gupta reiterated that Delhi is a city of diversity and that there is no place for hatred, as she wrote, “Today, I met our young friends from the North East who were affected by the recent distressing incident in Delhi. They are resilient, courageous, and full of promise. I have assured them of my full support during this difficult time.”She further promised strict actions against the racist miscreants, stating, “I want to make it clear that Delhi is a city of diversity, respect, and mutual dignity. Strictest action will be taken against the miscreants involved in this incident. There is absolutely no place for hatred, discrimination, intimidation, or racial abuse in Delhi. Such behaviour is unacceptable and will not be tolerated under any circumstances.“Further highlighting the sensitivity of the matter, she urged not to politicise the incident and said that the dignity, privacy, and future of the students should remain the priority.She wrote, “I urge everyone not to politicise this sensitive matter. The dignity, safety, and future of our young students must remain above all else. I also request that all concerned respect the privacy of the young students and their families. We must give them the space, support, and assurance they need during this time.”Earlier in a video address announcing her meeting with the students, Gupta had stated that she intends to engage with the broader Northeast community in Delhi to address systemic issues and ensure their safety through potential policy interventions.“I will meet not only those sisters but also other residents from the Northeast to listen to their problems and provide solutions. If any policy changes are required, we will implement them. For any problems or suggestions, you can DM me directly,” Gupta said.Her meeting with the northeastern citizens came after three women from Arunachal Pradesh were allegedly subject to racial abuse and criminal intimidation in South Delhi’s Malviya Nagar area. Delhi Police on Wednesday said that the accused Ruby Jain and her husband, Harsh, have been arrested in connection with the matter.Delhi Police stated that, during the course of the investigation, relevant provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act were invoked based on the material available on record.
NEW DELHI: “35 million people said the Pakistan PM would’ve died if it were not for my involvement,” US President Donald Trump said during his State of the Union address, in remarks that appeared to suggest that he saved the life of Pakistan PM and not the 35 million people who would have been impacted by war between India and Pakistan.Trump was referring to military tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations, India and Pakistan, in May 2025 during Operation Sindoor. And the import of his claim was that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had told him that 35 million people would have died if he had not intervened to stop the war between the two neighbours.The US President, as he has done several times in the past, was giving details of the wars that he claims to have stopped and continued to highlight his role in ensuring global peace. In the process, Trump cited the praise made by Pak PM for de-escalating military tensions and saving “35 million” people.
“In my first 10 months, I ended eight wars… Pakistan and India would have had a nuclear war. 35 million people said the Prime Minister of Pakistan would have died if it were not for my involvement…” Trump said in his address.The US president has repeatedly credited himself with bringing India and Pakistan to the negotiating table and averting a larger conflict.India, however, has firmly rejected any claim of third-party mediation in easing tensions during Operation Sindoor, its military action targeting crossborder terrorism launched in retaliation for the Pakistan-sponsored Pahalgam terror attack.
Mumbai: A 37-year-old motorcyclist died after his two-wheeler collided with the side luggage door of a private bus that had been left open while the bus was stationary at Malad (W). The bus driver and owner fled without taking the victim, Vasant Godekar, to a doctor. It was the bus’s 17-year-old cleaner who tied his own shirt around the injured to stop the blood flow, and took him to a hospital. Cops have registered an FIR against the bus driver and owner.Godekar lived in Malwani with his mother, wife and two children. He would travel to Borivli for work everyday on his two-wheeler. On Feb 24, his wife received a call that Godekar had been injured in a road crash at Malad and was taken to Babasaheb Ambedkar Hospital in Kandivli. Godekar was pronounced dead around 1.20 pm. His family rushed to the hospital where they met the 17-year-old boy, who told that Godekar suffered a severe neck injury and was bleeding profusely. Passerbys only shot videos and nobody helped him. The cleaner requested the driver and owner to help, but they fled.
The high-stakes atmosphere of the T20 World Cup Super 8s turned chilly for Team India in Ahmedabad, as a clinical South African side exposed significant cracks in the Men in Blue’s armor. While the scoreboard told a story of a heavy defeat, the post-match discourse has shifted toward the dugout. Former cricketer turned commentator Sanjay Manjrekar has voiced sharp, sarcastic criticism regarding Head Coach Gautam Gambhir’s tactical maneuvers, specifically questioning the “fix-it-all” approach to all-rounder Washington Sundar.
With India’s semi-final hopes now dangling by a thread, the defeat has ignited a fierce debate over team selection and the ability of India’s middle order to handle sophisticated pace variations.
In the aftermath of the loss, Manjrekar did not hold back while analysing the tactical collapses on CNN-News18’s Stump Mic. His primary target was Gambhir’s heavy reliance on Sundar as a tactical “Swiss Army knife,” a move that Manjrekar feels is being overplayed to the detriment of the team’s balance.
“Kailas Jeevan, there used to be a medicine by that name back in the day. If you had a headache, you would use it. If you had a stomach issue, you would take it. It was an all-in-one remedy. Gautam Gambhir seems to have an all-in-one solution for everything too—Washington Sundar,” Manjrekar remarked with a touch of irony.
The critique centered on the decision to promote Sundar to No. 5, a move that pushed proven finishers like Rinku Singh and Hardik Pandya further down the order. Manjrekar argued that this reshuffle created unnecessary pressure, stating, “If there’s a batting problem, Washi. If there’s a bowling problem, Washi… It was just too much.” This tactical rigidity, according to Manjrekar, suggests a lack of confidence in specialized roles when the stakes are highest.
While the selection drama unfolded off the field, the action on the pitch revealed a technical vulnerability in the Indian lineup. South Africa’s bowling unit, led by a disciplined Lungi Ngidi, dismantled the Indian batting order not through raw speed, but through masterfully disguised slower deliveries. The Ahmedabad surface, which offered grip for the change-ups, became a graveyard for India’s aggressive intent.
Manjrekar highlighted that the struggles against pace variations are becoming a recurring theme, particularly for the captain. “Forget fast bowling, focus on playing the slower balls. The captain [Suryakumar Yadav] is struggling the most against slower deliveries,” he added. This assessment rings true after Ngidi and the South African attack repeatedly forced mistimed shots from India’s top and middle order.
The road ahead is now a steep climb. India must face Zimbabwe in a must-win encounter to keep their semi-final dreams alive. Beyond just a victory, they require a massive margin to repair a Net Run Rate (NRR) that took a severe hit following the Ahmedabad collapse. As Gambhir faces his first major tactical crisis in the Super 8s, the pressure is on to see if he will stick to his all-in-one remedies or pivot to a more traditional structure.
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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday and received a warm welcome at the airport by Israeli Prime Minister and his wife Sara Netanyahu.During the greeting, PM Netanyahu pointed out that the colour of PM Modi’s pocket square matched his wife Sara Netanyahu’s outfit. Upon noticing the match, PM Modi quipped with a laugh, ‘That’s saffron.‘”
PM Modi was dressed in traditional Indian attire, wearing a cream-coloured kurta with white churidar, layered with a grey, patterned half-jacket and a saffron pocket square. Sara Netanyahu chose a saffron pantsuit, creating a coordinated visual detail.During the interaction, Sara Netanyahu described India as a “wonderful country,” while PM Netanyahu said, “He (PM Modi) is a wonderful leader,” reflecting the cordial relations between the two leaders.The Prime Minister addressed the Knesset, becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to speak at the Israeli Parliament. During his two-day visit from February 25-26, PM Modi will also meet President Isaac Herzog .Earlier, while he was heading to Israel, PM Modi described the visit as an opportunity to further strengthen the “robust and multifaceted strategic partnership” between India and Israel. “India and Israel share a robust and multifaceted Strategic Partnership that has witnessed remarkable growth and dynamism in recent years,” he stated.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday hailed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “not just my friend but my brother,” as the PM kicked off his historic two-day visit to Israel. Modi becomes the first Indian prime minister to address the Knesset. In his welcome note at the Israeli parliament, Netanyahu described the PM’s hug as “special” and highlighted the deep ties between the two nations. He called India a “gigantic power of 1.4 billion people” and Israel “gigantic too in spirit and deed,” calling the alliance “an enormous multiplier” for both countries.
Here are the top quotes from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the Knesset
T20 World Cup: Schedule | Points table
The hosts failed to chase 147 against England on a slow surface in Pallekele. Batting conditions in Sri Lanka have been more demanding compared to co-hosts India, and the pattern is expected to continue at the Premadasa Stadium, where larger boundaries limit six-hitting.
Shot selection came under focus after the loss in the Super Eight opener, and Sri Lanka will look to correct those errors.
“It’s a T20 game, so obviously you come into a game, so you are looking to score as many runs as you can. So when the ball is not coming on to the bat, it’s easier said than done,” Sri Lanka’s batting coach Vikram Rathour reflected on the side’s poor poor performance.
“Are there better options? Yes, definitely could have been taken. I thought on a wicket where the ball is stopping, so pushing is not a great idea. A couple of our wickets lost out on guys pushing for a single. I don’t think that was a great option in these conditions,” he added.
Pathum Nissanka has led the batting effort so far, while left-arm spinner Dunith Wellalage has performed with the ball. The fast bowlers have also delivered in the tournament.
New Zealand shared a point with Pakistan after their match at Premadasa was washed out. They have spin options, including captain Mitchell Santner.
With no rain forecast, both teams will aim for their first win in the Super Eight stage.
New Zealand openers Finn Allen and Tim Seifert were in form during the league phase and will look to continue that run.
Rachin Ravindra is also expected to contribute after scoring a fifty in his previous innings against Canada.
