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NEW DELHI: After India won the 2026 T20 World Cup, most people would expect players to travel home on chartered flights. But all-rounder Shivam Dube had a very different journey back to Mumbai from Ahmedabad. With flights fully booked, he ended up travelling by train with his wife and a friend, taking a 3rd AC ticket like a regular passenger.Dube said he first tried to get flight tickets for himself and his family but couldn’t find any seats. Driving back was an option, but he felt the train would be quicker. “There were no flights available, so I decided to take an early morning train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai. We could have gone by road, but the train was quicker,” he told The Indian Express.

Because he had just won the World Cup with India, Dube worried about being recognised by fans at the station or inside the train. His family and friends were also concerned. Dube added, “Everyone we spoke to-family and friends-was worried. They kept asking, ‘What if someone recognises you at the station or on the train?’”To avoid attention, Dube tried to keep a low profile. He wore a cap, a mask and a long-sleeved T-shirt, and chose a 5:10 am train, hoping the station would be less crowded. He even waited inside the car until the last few minutes before boarding. During the trip, he stayed mostly on the top berth to remain unnoticed. At one point, the ticket checker nearly revealed his identity while checking tickets. “Shivam Dube? Woh kaun hai, cricketer?” he asked. Dube’s wife quickly replied, “No, no. Woh kahan se aayega (where will he come from)?”, and the checker moved on.Despite the risk of being recognised, the journey went smoothly. Dube eventually reached Mumbai safely, with police helping manage his exit from the station. His unusual trip showed that even a World Cup winner sometimes has to travel like any other passenger.

NEW DELHI: Home minister Amit Shah on Wednesday launched a fiery counterattack on the Opposition, targeting Rahul Gandhi, as he ascribed the move to remove Speaker Om Birla to the Leader of Opposition’s pique over frequent electoral losses and a bid to cast doubt on various institutions due to Congress’s turn to a “completely negative mode”.Speaking in the Lok Sabha at the end of the discussion which stretched over two days, Shah sought to turn the tables on the Opposition by framing the dispute as arising from Congress’s attempt to distract attention from what he called Rahul’s inability to be an effective parliamentarian by making the Speaker a scapegoat.He delivered pointed rebuttals to arguments of opposition MPs by citing official figures to assert that Congress was allotted much more time in parliamentary proceedings than was warranted by its actual numbers in the House as an opposition party and contrasted this with the “poor” participation of Rahul Gandhi. “It is not right to say he (Rahul) is not allowed to speak. He does not want to speak, or he cannot speak in accordance with rules,” Shah said in a speech which was marked by repeated protests by opposition members, who rushed to the well to demand his apology for using an “unparliamentary” word. Shah urged Jagdambika Pal, who was in the chair, to remove the word if it was unparliamentary, but protests continued.“He has not participated even in the debate over the motion against the Speaker,” said the home minister.“Constitution has given you rights but no special rights. Those living under the illusion of special rights are being increasingly given the short shrift by people and are shrinking in size,” he said. It is not Emergency that special rights will be given, he said while recalling instances of Rahul forcibly hugging PM, blowing kisses and winking at his colleagues.Parliament is not a “mela” (fair) and members have to abide by rules, the home minister said, blaming the action against opposition MPs, including Rahul not being allowed to speak after his frequent invocation of the unpublished memoir of former army chief M M Naravane and the suspension of eight members, to their disregard for norms. He praised Birla for his conduct and said he allowed every member an opportunity to speak. Shah noted he was the only Speaker of the four who have faced such a motion to take the moral high ground by declining to attend the proceedings after the notice for his removal.Shah questioned Rahul’s record, giving details of his absence on standout dates, ranging from annual motion of thanks to President’s address and budget debates to legislative debates on repeal of Art 370 of the Constitution. He was not even attending his party’s political programmes or campaign but was away in foreign countries, Shah said mockingly.

Stranded in Doha as Iran vs US–Israel War Erupts, Indian Man Makes Daring Desert Escape to Riyadh

A dramatic story of an Indian traveller stranded in Qatar has gone viral after he decided to abandon waiting for flights and instead take a long desert road journey to Saudi Arabia in order to continue his trip home. The incident, highlighted in a viral video report, reflects a wider travel crisis unfolding across the Middle East as conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States disrupts airspace and leaves thousands of passengers stuck at major transit hubs.The traveller, Varun Krishnan, was originally flying from Chennai in India to Barcelona in Spain when the escalation of regional tensions forced airlines to suspend or reroute flights across the Gulf. When his journey stalled in Doha, Krishnan decided the fastest way forward was not through the airport but across the desert.

A routine flight that suddenly stopped amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Krishnan’s journey began as a normal international trip with a flight from southern India to Europe with a connection in Qatar but as he landed in Doha, the region’s security situation deteriorated rapidly. Military strikes linked to the widening Iran-Israel-US conflict triggered widespread airspace restrictions across parts of the Gulf. Airlines began suspending flights, diverting routes and cancelling schedules.Major transit hubs like Doha and Dubai, among the busiest aviation gateways in the world, suddenly faced large-scale disruptions. Tens of thousands of passengers were left stranded as airlines cancelled thousands of flights, one of the largest travel disruptions since the Covid-19 pandemic. For travellers like Krishnan, this meant an indefinite wait at the airport with no certainty of when flights might resume.

Choosing the desert road instead of the airport while stranded amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Faced with growing uncertainty, Krishnan decided not to wait. Instead of remaining in Qatar hoping for flights to restart, he chose an unusual route to drive across the desert from Qatar to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. The plan involved leaving Doha by road, crossing the Qatar–Saudi Arabia border, reaching Riyadh airport and attempting to continue his international journey from there.The trip meant hours of travel through remote desert highways, a stark contrast to the convenience of modern air travel but in a crisis where flights disappear overnight, such routes can become the only viable option.

Travel chaos across the Middle East amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Krishnan’s story is not an isolated case. Across the region, thousands of travellers, tourists, expatriate workers and transit passengers, have been caught in similar situations as the conflict escalates. Airspace closures and security alerts have forced airlines to cancel flights or reroute aircraft through longer and more expensive paths.In some cases, governments have advised their citizens to remain indoors until the security situation stabilises. The scale of disruption has been enormous. Reports suggest that tens of thousands of travellers scrambled for flights out of the Middle East during the crisis as airlines struggled to restore operations.With airports overwhelmed and tickets selling out quickly, many travellers have resorted to alternative routes, including long road journeys, emergency visas or transit through multiple countries.

Indians among the most affected travellers amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Indian nationals have been particularly affected by the crisis due to the large number of Indian workers and tourists in Gulf countries. Thousands of Indians travel through Gulf airports every day because the region serves as a key transit hub connecting India with Europe, North America and Africa. When the conflict disrupted flights, many Indian passengers found themselves stranded in Doha.Reports suggest over 500 Indians were stuck in Qatar during the crisis, prompting diplomatic efforts and special flights to bring them home. In the days following the disruption, the Indian Embassy in Doha coordinated evacuation flights, helping hundreds of stranded passengers return to cities such as Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi. However, many travellers still had to find their own solutions while waiting for official assistance.Krishnan’s road journey mirrors other remarkable travel stories emerging from the crisis. One widely reported case involved an American doctor stranded in Qatar whose flight was forced to turn back after hostilities escalated. To reach home, he travelled across multiple countries, including Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia and Italy, in a 62-hour journey across four continents before finally arriving in the United States.Such stories highlight how quickly modern travel networks can collapse during geopolitical emergencies. For travellers caught in the middle, returning home can require complex routes involving buses, taxis, multiple flights and long layovers.

Why airspace closures cause global travel chaos

Airspace disruptions in the Middle East have a global impact because the region sits at the crossroads of international aviation. Flights between Europe, Asia and Africa frequently pass through Gulf air corridors. When these routes close, airlines must either cancel flights or reroute planes thousands of kilometres around conflict zones.This leads to several cascading effects:

The result is a chain reaction that disrupts global travel far beyond the region itself.

Governments and airlines race to help stranded travellers amid Iran vs US-Israel war

As the crisis unfolded, airlines and governments began launching emergency measures to assist stranded passengers. These efforts include:

Several airlines operating in the region, including major Gulf carriers, have begun gradually restoring flights as airspace conditions improve. However, officials warn that disruptions could continue as long as regional tensions remain high.

Travel in a conflict zone

For many travellers, the crisis has been a stark reminder of how quickly geopolitics can disrupt everyday life. Air travel has become so routine that most passengers rarely consider the fragile network of air corridors, diplomatic agreements and security conditions that keep planes flying safely across borders but when war erupts near major aviation routes, the consequences can be immediate.Flights disappear from departure boards. Airports fill with stranded passengers and travellers must suddenly improvise new routes across unfamiliar countries. In that sense, Varun Krishnan’s journey from Doha to Riyadh is more than just a dramatic travel story and reflects the larger impact of geopolitical conflict on ordinary people.What began as a routine international flight became an improvised overland expedition across the desert, simply to continue a journey that millions of travellers take every day. As airlines slowly restore operations and governments work to evacuate stranded citizens, the episode stands as a reminder that even in an age of instant global connectivity, the world’s travel networks remain vulnerable to the shocks of war and politics.

The incredible performance of Jasprit Bumrah in the recent ICC T20 World Cup 2024 has left the cricket world completely stunned. Jasprit Bumrah became the biggest hero of the tournament and played a massive role in India defending the trophy.

The Indian pace spearhead’s deadly bowling, calm mindset, and ability to deliver under pressure made him the most feared bowler of the competition and the biggest factor differentiating the teams.

Jasprit Bumrah rules T20 World Cup 2026

Bumrah finished the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 as the joint-highest wicket-taker with 14 wickets in eight matches while maintaining an incredible economy rate of just 6.21. His biggest moment came in the final when he destroyed New Zealand with a stunning spell of 4 wickets for just 15 runs.

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That remarkable performance helped India beat New Zealand by 96 runs and seal the title. Bumrah was named the Player of the Match after the Men in Blue’s historic title triumph in Ahmedabad.

The star pacer had already shown his class earlier in the semi-final at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. In a high-scoring match, Bumrah stood out as the most disciplined bowler and kept things under control with a tight spell that pushed England out of the tournament.

Michael Vaughan hails Jasprit Bumrah as the greatest bowler he has ever seen

Now, the former England captain Michael Vaughan made a huge claim that shocked fans. Vaughan openly suggested that if Bumrah had been part of the England National Cricket Team, they could have easily won the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

The commentator further said that Bumrah is so good that any team in the world would become stronger with him, calling him the best bowler he has ever seen. He even placed the Indian fast bowler in the league of iconic footballers Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Michael Vaughan said on the Stick to Cricket Podcast, “I reckon if you put Jasprit Bumrah in England’s team, they win it. I reckon they put him on anybody’s team. Probably Lionel Messi, Ronaldo, these kinds. He is the best bowler I’ve ever seen. I started watching cricket probably in 85 or 86, when I really started to study cricket. And he’s the best I’ve seen. You know, I haven’t seen…”

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Alastair Cook questions Jasprit Bumrah’s match-winning spells in Test cricket

However, the former England captain Alastair Cook praised Bumrah’s incredible impact across all formats of the game, but he was not that impressed by his Test performances, especially in Australia.

Cook said during the same discussion, “Sorry, is he the best in match-winning spells in Test cricket? The only thing I haven’t, like, he’s definitely, without a shadow of a doubt, he’s the best all-format bowler around. And I think you can safely say that. In any form, he’s like the best all-round bowler. Has he, like, in a tes match, bowled some spell? And I’m not quite a connoisseur.”

To which Vaughan said, “I’ve seen him a bit in Australia to produce some spells that have just been different. Flat decks. And he’s a thoroughly nice bloke. He’s lovely.”

England would have won the WC if they had Bumrah .. https://t.co/2rTwWLjIAJ

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) March 11, 2026

Bumrah will now be seen in action for the Mumbai Indians in the upcoming IPL 2026.

Mumbai: The BMC standing committee on Wednesday referred back the proposal for awarding the contract for construction of the Gargai dam at a cost of Rs 3,276 crore, citing the escalation in estimates from the initial Rs 3,006 crore. Members of the standing committee belonging to the ruling party demanded that the contract be awarded at par. Members also sought a presentation and more clarity on how the project is being executed. While Shiv Sena (UBT) members opposed the project and cited the ecological impact, Congress members led by Ashraf Azmi supported the project and sought details about the project.“What is the basis and reasons for going beyond the estimates prepared by the BMC itself. On one hand the contractor is giving a discount of Rs 57 crore, on the other the BMC is giving them an incentive of Rs 60 crore. Our primary duty is to ensure there is no unnecessary expenditure by the BMC. Therefore, we have referred back the proposal and expect the administration to come back with explanations to the questions raised,” said standing committee chairperson Prabhakar Shinde.BJP corporator Tejinder Singh Tiwana sought for a review of the technical and financial aspects of the tender and also demanded that the contract be awarded at par, while NCP corporator Sayeeda Khan demanded that the administration make a detailed presentation to all the members and said that the administration should explain how many people are project affected and how they are compensating and rehabilitating them. “We need to know the opinion of the people affected by the project. The administration should arrange a site visit,” Khan said. The administration had sought the approval of BMC standing committee for awarding the contract at a cost of Rs 3,276 crore, which is about 9% above the BMC estimates of Rs 3,006 crore. According to civic officials, Soma Enterprises, which had submitted a bid of Rs 3,334 crore for the project, provided a discount of about Rs 57 crore after negotiations with BMC. The firm had cited various reasons including the need to move tunnel boring machines across two rivers that are Gargai and Vaitarna, besides logistic issues for transport of cement and fly ash because of the ‘ghat’ region for increased cost. According to civic officials, a 69 metre tall dam near Ogada village in Wada Taluka along with a 1.6 km long water conveyance tunnel with a 2.2 metre diameter tunnel, will be constructed, which will be linked to the existing Modak Sagar reservoir. The tunnel will be built below the hillock between Gargai and Vaitarna rivers. Once commissioned, Gargai will add 440 million litres per day (MLD) to Mumbai’s water supply.