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Meta, in one of the largest coordinated takedowns of online scam networks, has disabled more than 150,000 accounts across its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, linked to criminal scam centres operating out of Southeast Asia. The social media giant also says that its crackdown has helped put 21 people behind bars.The company announced that the action was the result of a week-long joint operation in Bangkok involving Meta, the Royal Thai Police Anti-Cyber Scam Center (ACSC), the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the US Department of Justice Scam Center Strike Force, alongside law enforcement agencies from more than a dozen countries. “These operations cause real harm — they upend lives, destroy trust, and are deliberately designed to avoid detection and disruption. The work to protect people against scammers is never done, and requires ongoing collaboration with partners across the tech industry and law enforcement to ensure a safer experience for everyone online,” the company said.It marks the second such coordinated crackdown since a pilot operation in December, and represents a significant escalation in the global effort to combat industrialised online fraud.

What these scam networks were doing

Meta says that the accounts removed were connected to large-scale scam centre operations primarily based in Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos. These are described as full-scale criminal businesses, complete with staffing structures, scripts, quotas, and systems specifically designed to evade detection. Their targets span multiple continents, with victims identified across the US, the UK, and countries throughout Asia and the Pacific.The company says that throughout the week, partners shared intelligence in real time, allowing investigators to reveal the full picture of criminal networks operating across borders. Based on the intelligence shared during the operation, Meta’s investigators identified and disabled over 150,000 accounts associated with scam centre activity.Meta says that the scale of this operation dwarfs the December pilot which resulted in the removal of 59,000 accounts, Pages, and Groups from Meta’s platforms and led to six arrest warrants. Meta described the December pilot as proving “a powerful and replicable model for partnering with law enforcement to enforce against organised online crime.”

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Arguably the greatest batter the game has ever seen, Sachin Tendulkar spent more than two decades dominating world cricket. But even for a legend of his stature, the year 2012 proved to be one of the most challenging phases of his remarkable career. Just months after realising his lifelong dream of lifting the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011, Tendulkar suddenly found himself battling poor form and growing questions about his future. India endured disastrous overseas tours in England and Australia, suffering back-to-back 0-4 series defeats. Tendulkar managed 560 runs in eight Tests across the two tours, registering four half-centuries but failing to reach the landmark hundred that the cricketing world was eagerly waiting for. The pressure of achieving his 100th international century grew heavier with each innings.

Things did not improve when England visited India later that year. The hosts lost the series at home, and Tendulkar’s struggles continued. Across four Tests, he scored just 112 runs at an average of 18.6, raising fresh concerns about his future. Around the same time, several of his long-time teammates had already bid farewell to the game. Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman had all retired, leaving Tendulkar as the last remaining pillar of an iconic Indian batting generation. Many believed the next decision might involve the man widely called the “God of Cricket”. It was during this uncertain period that the then chairman of the BCCI selection committee, Sandeep Patil, decided to have a frank discussion with the 39-year-old. “I remember the last day of the Nagpur Test when we lost to England in 2012. My fellow selector, Rajendra Singh Hans, and I went to the ACU (Anti-Corruption Unit) to seek permission to meet Sachin Tendulkar. We obtained the manager’s permission and invited Tendulkar. I asked him, as the chairman, ‘What are your plans?’ The selection committee had decided that his contributions were not helping the team. The entire country turned against me, but we never dropped him. He announced his retirement from ODIs first and then Tests,” Patil said on Vickey Lalwani’s podcast. The conversation took Tendulkar by surprise. “He was surprised and rightfully so. He said Why?’ I said the committee felt we needed to look at your replacement, and he was shocked. He called me again and asked, ‘Are you serious?’ I said, yes. Later, when he decided to retire, he even called me and said, ‘Sandy, I am announcing my retirement.’ I feel sad that we had to take such a harsh decision. But look at the player who came in – Ajinkya Rahane.” Patil also revealed that Tendulkar initially had no intention of stepping aside. According to him, the batting icon had clearly said after their meeting that he wanted to continue playing. However, within a week, Tendulkar announced his retirement from One Day Internationals just days before India were scheduled to face Pakistan in a three-match series. The Mumbai legend carried on in Test cricket for another year, though the magical consistency that had defined his career was no longer there. During the Border–Gavaskar Trophy 2013, which India won 4-0 against Australia, Tendulkar scored 192 runs at an average of 32, with 81 being his highest score. A few months later, he stepped away from the Indian Premier League before eventually announcing his retirement from international cricket after a farewell Test series against the West Indies cricket team at home. When the curtain finally fell on his extraordinary journey, Tendulkar left the game with more than 34,000 international runs and the historic distinction of becoming the first cricketer to play 200 Test matches, bringing an end to one of the greatest careers the sport has ever seen.

Maha Council clears amendment to decentralise lift inspections, ease safety oversightChittaranjan Tembhekar | TNNMumbai: In a move aimed at strengthening elevator safety and speeding up regulatory clearances, the state Legislative Council on Thursday passed an amendment to the Maharashtra Lifts, Escalators and Moving Walks Act, 2017, empowering electrical inspectors at district or inspection division level to carry out inspections of lifts, escalators and moving walks before licences are granted and during periodic checks.The amendment seeks to decentralise powers that were earlier concentrated with the office of the chief electrical inspector, which currently grants licences for operating lifts, escalators and moving walkways across the state. Officials said the growing number of installations—particularly in high-rise cities such as Mumbai—has placed heavy pressure on the centralised system.Under the amendment, electrical inspectors posted in districts or inspection divisions will be authorised to inspect equipment within their jurisdiction prior to the grant of licences and conduct periodic safety inspections. The government said the step is intended to ensure quicker inspections and improve efficiency in public services.The statement of objects and reasons of the bill noted that the 2017 law was enacted to regulate the construction, installation, maintenance and safe operation of lifts, escalators and moving walkways in the state, along with all associated machinery and apparatus. However, with installations increasing rapidly, the existing inspection structure has become overstretched.The amendment also proposes consequential changes replacing references to the Indian Penal Code with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and the Factories Act, 1948 with the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.The development comes amid growing concern over elevator safety in Maharashtra. Despite the passage of the 2017 law, the rules required to fully operationalise it are still being finalised, leaving the state largely governed by the decades-old Bombay Lift Rules of 1958.Safety experts have long argued that the older framework is inadequate to regulate modern elevator systems in high-rise buildings, malls and hospitals. Recent incidents—including lift malfunctions, collapses and trapping cases in parts of the Mumbai metropolitan region—have underscored the need for stricter inspection and certification mechanisms.Officials said decentralising inspection powers is expected to help speed up approvals, improve monitoring and strengthen safety oversight as the state continues to build vertically.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has arrived with a fervour unlike any other season. Following a historic international cycle, the league returns to its roots of high-octane drama, tactical masterclasses, and the perennial quest for the prestigious trophy. As the schedule unfolds, one of the most anticipated opening clashes features the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) taking on the Rajasthan Royals (RR). While the rivalry is legendary, the narrative this year has shifted toward a massive personnel change: Sanju Samson donning the yellow jersey.

Irfan Pathan’s tactical breakdown about how Sanju Samson’s role against RR could give CSK the edge

Former Indian all-rounder and veteran analyst Irfan Pathan believes Samson’s transition to CSK provides the Super Kings with an unprecedented psychological and tactical edge. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘TATA IPL: Schedule Announcement’ show, Pathan highlighted that Samson’s value extends far beyond his batting prowess.

“Sanju Samson’s presence will make a lot of difference for CSK because no one knows Rajasthan Royals better than him,” Pathan noted. He emphasized that Samson offers inside information regarding RR’s core philosophy—how they structure their Powerplay, their mid-innings rotation, and the specific mindsets of their bowling unit.

Because many of the current RR youngsters developed under Samson’s captaincy, Pathan argues that CSK now possesses the blueprint to dismantle them. Furthermore, the first game’s location in Guwahati plays into Samson’s hands. Having led the Royals in numerous games at their secondary home ground, his familiarity with the local conditions and wind factors provides CSK with a local captain’s perspective in a neutral-ish territory.

“All the youngsters in Rajasthan Royals have played with and under Sanju, so he will be a huge advantage for CSK, not just in terms of the form he will carry from the T20 World Cup, but the experience of playing in Guwahati will also come in handy for him in the first game. I am very excited to see how CSK are going to fare this season because they have brought in some very exciting young players,” he added.

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From World Cup hero to CSK’s middle-order powerhouse

The hype surrounding Samson isn’t just based on his leadership history; it is fueled by his status as the most dangerous T20 batter in the world right now. Samson enters IPL 2026 fresh off a legendary performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, where he was crowned Player of the Tournament.

Samson’s statistics from the World Cup are staggering, reflecting a player at the absolute peak of his powers:

• Total Runs: 321 runs in just five innings.
• Average: A phenomenal 80.25.
• Strike Rate: A blistering 199.37.

The 31-year-old was the architect of India’s third world title, delivering three consecutive half-centuries in the quarter-final, semi-final, and the final against New Zealand. This momentum is exactly what CSK has lacked in previous transition phases. By integrating a player who can dismantle both spin and pace with a near-200 strike rate, CSK has effectively weaponized their middle order.

As the yellow army prepares for the Rajasthan challenge, they do so with the confidence that their new recruit knows the opposition’s secrets and possesses the form to exploit them. For the fans, the sight of Samson leading the charge against his former stable is set to be the defining image of the IPL 2026 opening week.

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Iranian state media on Thursday said the wife of late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is alive, dismissing earlier reports claiming she had died in February 28 attack by the United States and Israel.News agency Reuters reported the clarification quoting Iranian media that came hours after first statement by Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

In his first public statement, Mojtaba Khamenei addressed the ongoing war and acknowledged the death of his father.Mojtaba Khamenei said he had personally seen his father’s body after the strike that killed him. “I had the honor of seeing his body after his martyrdom,” he said, describing his father as “a mountain of steadfastness.”The Iranian leader also confirmed that several members of his family were killed in the airstrike, including his wife, one of his sisters, his niece and the husband of another sister.His remarks were among the most direct confirmations from the Iranian leadership regarding the casualties from the attack that killed Ali Khamenei, a central figure in Iran’s political and religious establishment for decades.The developments come as tensions remain high following the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel, with both sides exchanging warnings and military strikes across the region.‘Gone in 60 seconds’Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28 in a rapid strike in Tehran that was the culmination of months of intelligence tracking and years of covert surveillance, according to multiple media reports.At around 9.40 am local time on Saturday, long-range missiles struck a leadership compound in the Iranian capital. The near-simultaneous strikes, carried out within roughly a minute, reportedly killed Khamenei along with several senior figures in Iran’s political and security establishment.Reports citing US and Israeli officials said the operation relied on extensive intelligence gathering involving the Central Intelligence Agency and Israeli intelligence networks.According to reports, US intelligence had tracked Khamenei’s movements for months, building a detailed “pattern-of-life” profile to understand where he stayed and how he relocated during crises. The breakthrough came when intelligence sources learned of a meeting of senior Iranian officials scheduled at a leadership compound in central Tehran, which Khamenei was expected to attend.Originally planned as a night operation, the strike timing was shifted to the morning once officials confirmed the Iranian leader would be present above ground.Israeli fighter jets reportedly took off around 6 am Israel time, carrying long-range munitions toward Tehran. The missiles then hit multiple locations in the compound almost simultaneously, catching the leadership group off guard.

Yuvraj Singh and Rishabh Pant (X-LSG)

Mumbai: Before launching into IPL-2026, India’s ‘keeper-bat Rishabh Pant went through a few training sessions under the watchful eyes of India’s 2011 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh at the Cricket Club of India in Mumbai last week. Pant, who leads the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL, is working to regain form and revive his white-ball career after enduring an ordinary IPL last year, scoring 269 runs in 14 matches, with a highest score of 118 not out and a strike rate of 133.16.It marked his lowest return in the competition since his debut season in 2016. With their captain in poor form, LSG finished seventh in the standings.

“Rishabh is very focused on reviving his white-ball career, which is why he sought Yuvraj‘s help ahead of IPL-2026. He underwent a few training sessions for three to four days with Yuvraj at CCI in Mumbai before leaving for LSG’s camp in Chennai,” a source tracking developments told TOI.In a video which gained significant traction on social media of their training session, the keeper-batter can be seen facing deliveries while the superstar left-hander closely watches from the umpire’s position.Pant endured a poor season with LSG in IPL 2025Notably, the training was arguably arranged after a challenging campaign in the previous edition of the cash-rich league. Last year, Pant managed only 269 runs across the tournament. A late century helped improve the numbers, but the overall campaign remained underwhelming for a player known for his explosive batting.Pant was not a part of India’s recent T20 World Cup-winning team and is the second-choice ‘keeper-batsman in ODIs after KL Rahul.Yuvraj has been mentoring and training several young players in recent years, with India’s Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill, India’s T20 opener Abhishek Sharma and Punjab Kings opener Prabhsimran Singh having found success after enjoying his guidance. Yuvraj had even trained India’s T20 World Cup hero Sanju Samson in the past. He has been mentoring Pant over the last few years.A feared batter in the red-ball format, Pant will be hoping that Yuvraj’s guidance can help him turn around his fortunes ahead of the next IPL season. Perhaps he can seek inspiration from fellow ‘keeper-batters Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan, who both made splendid comebacks to star in India’s T20 World Cup triumph recently.