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An earthquake of 5.7 magnitude on the Richter scale was reported on Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The quake’s tremors were felt in Muzaffarabad, Islamabad and Peshawar in Pakistan, Jalalabad in Afghanistan, and Jammu and Kashmir and as far as Delhi NCR in India. &nbsp;

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The earthquake occurred at 9.45 am. The epicentre was the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border.&nbsp;

There were no reports of any loss of life or damage to property in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said.&nbsp;

According to the officials of the&nbsp;India Meteorological Department (IMD), the quake hit at latitude 36.34 degrees north and longitude 71.05 degrees east at a depth of 181 km inside the earth’s crust.&nbsp;

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On witnessing the tremors of the quake, several people rushed out of their homes in panic to safeguard themselves.&nbsp;

Kashmir is seismologically located on an earthquake prone region where tremors have wrecked havoc in the past.&nbsp;

More than 80,000 people were killed on the two sides of the Line of Control (LoC) after a 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck on October 8, 2005.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

An earthquake of 5.7 magnitude on the Richter scale was reported on Saturday. The quake’s tremors were felt in Muzaffarabad, Islamabad and Peshawar in Pakistan, Jalalabad in Afghanistan, and Jammu and Kashmir and as far as Delhi NCR in India.

An earthquake of 5.7 magnitude on the Richter scale was reported on Saturday. The quake’s tremors were felt in Muzaffarabad, Islamabad and Peshawar in Pakistan, Jalalabad in Afghanistan, and Jammu and Kashmir and as far as Delhi NCR in India. Also Read: Balochistan militants launch late-night blitzkrieg on 2 Pak military bases The earthquake occurred at 9.45 am. The epicentre was the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border. There were no reports of any loss of life or damage to property in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said. According to the officials of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the quake hit at latitude 36.34 degrees north and longitude 71.05 degrees east at a depth of 181 km inside the earth’s crust. Also Read: Hindu businessman killed in Pakistan's Sindh province On witnessing the tremors of the quake, several people rushed out of their homes in panic to safeguard themselves. Kashmir is seismologically located on an earthquake prone region where tremors have wrecked havoc in the past. More than 80,000 people were killed on the two sides of the Line of Control (LoC) after a 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck on October 8, 2005. (With inputs from agencies)

5.7-magnitude earthquake jolts Afghanistan, Pakistan, India

The usage of the 'GAY' code for Gaya airport is inappropriate, claimed a Parliamentary panel on Friday. It has asked the government to make all efforts to change the code.&nbsp;

As a part of its first report tabled in Parliament in January 2021, the Committee on Public Undertakings recommended changing the code of Gaya airport from 'GAY.'&nbsp;

The committee further said that the code name appeared inappropriate, unsuitable, offensive as Gaya is a holy city. It also suggested an alternate code name like 'YAG'.

As per the civil aviation ministry, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed its inability to change the code without a "justifiable reason primarily concerning air safety".&nbsp;

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This association is responsible for assigning codes for airports.&nbsp;

The ministry, while speaking to the panel said, "Gaya airport IATA code 'GAY' has been in use since operationalisation of Gaya airstrip. Hence, without a justifiable reason primarily concerning air safety, IATA has expressed its inability to change the IATA code of Gaya airport."

"The committee appreciate the efforts of Air India being a member airline of IATA taking up the request with the international air transport association but, yet, re-emphasise the government also to make all effort to takeup the matter with the IATA...," the report mentioned.

(With inputs from agencies)

The usage of the 'GAY' code for Gaya airport is inappropriate, claimed a Parliamentary panel on Friday. It has asked the government to make all efforts to change the code.

The usage of the 'GAY' code for Gaya airport is inappropriate, claimed a Parliamentary panel on Friday. It has asked the government to make all efforts to change the code. As a part of its first report tabled in Parliament in January 2021, the Committee on Public Undertakings recommended changing the code of Gaya airport from 'GAY.' The committee further said that the code name appeared inappropriate, unsuitable, offensive as Gaya is a holy city. It also suggested an alternate code name like 'YAG'. As per the civil aviation ministry, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed its inability to change the code without a "justifiable reason primarily concerning air safety". Also read | Traffic leading to divorces in this Indian city, claims ex-chief minister's wife This association is responsible for assigning codes for airports. The ministry, while speaking to the panel said, "Gaya airport IATA code 'GAY' has been in use since operationalisation of Gaya airstrip. Hence, without a justifiable reason primarily concerning air safety, IATA has expressed its inability to change the IATA code of Gaya airport." "The committee appreciate the efforts of Air India being a member airline of IATA taking up the request with the international air transport association but, yet, re-emphasise the government also to make all effort to takeup the matter with the IATA...," the report mentioned. (With inputs from agencies)

'GAY' code for Indian city Gaya airport is inappropriate; Panel requests Centre to change it to 'YAG'

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Traffic has been a reason for a lot of problems but has it also been a reason for divorce?

Indian state Maharashtra's former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' wife Amruta Fadnavis has claimed that Mumbai's traffic is the cause of three per cent of divorces in the city.&nbsp;

“Whenever I say anything, I say it as a common citizen. Whenever I go out, I see several issues including potholes and traffic which concern us. I go out as a common woman. Do you know how many divorces are happening due to the traffic jam? 3 per cent divorces happen because people cannot give time to their families. When will you address these issues?" claimed Amruta.&nbsp;

Her remarks went viral on social media and garnered tons of reactions.&nbsp;

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Shiv Sena leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, without naming Ms Fadnavis, took a dig at her statement. She called it, "Best (il)logic of the day."

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She further said that Bengaluru families should avoid reading this as it can prove to be fatal for marriages.&nbsp;

Potholes have always been a problem in this Indian city. Earlier in&nbsp;September,&nbsp;the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had claimed that it had fixed over 31,000 potholes on city roads.

Traffic has been a reason for a lot of problems but has it also been a reason for divorce? Indian state Maharashtra's former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' wife Amruta Fadnavis has claimed that Mumbai's traffic is the cause of three per cent of divorces in the city.

Traffic has been a reason for a lot of problems but has it also been a reason for divorce? Indian state Maharashtra's former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' wife Amruta Fadnavis has claimed that Mumbai's traffic is the cause of three per cent of divorces in the city. “Whenever I say anything, I say it as a common citizen. Whenever I go out, I see several issues including potholes and traffic which concern us. I go out as a common woman. Do you know how many divorces are happening due to the traffic jam? 3 per cent divorces happen because people cannot give time to their families. When will you address these issues?" claimed Amruta. Her remarks went viral on social media and garnered tons of reactions. Also read | India calls off Musk's request for tax breaks on Tesla cars Shiv Sena leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, without naming Ms Fadnavis, took a dig at her statement. She called it, "Best (il)logic of the day." Best (il)logic of the day award goes to the lady who claims 3% Mumbaikars are divorcing due to traffic on roads. Please take a holiday break rather than having a mind on brake.. Bengaluru families please avoid reading this , can prove fatal for your marriages 😂 — Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) February 5, 2022 × She further said that Bengaluru families should avoid reading this as it can prove to be fatal for marriages. Potholes have always been a problem in this Indian city. Earlier in September, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had claimed that it had fixed over 31,000 potholes on city roads.

Traffic leading to divorces in this Indian city, claims ex-chief minister's wife

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Australian opener David Warner is one of the most loved overseas stars in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has established his credentials as one of the greats of the league with his brilliant performances over the years and continues to be a prolific run-getter in the league. The former Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain has called the IPL the best tournament in the world.

In a conversation with former Australia pacer Brett Lee, Warner opened up on playing in the IPL and insisted it has helped him improve his game. The veteran left-hand batter said his experience of playing in the IPL helps him when Australia are touring India for a series.

"When I go to India, I see it as playing the best tournament in the world. But I am getting a lot of practice and insight for when I have to go there for Australia, whether it is for Tests or ODIs," Warner said on 'The Brett Lee podcast'.

Warner has been one of the best performers in the IPL over the years and his numbers speak for themselves. He is the leading run-scorer in the history of the league among overseas players with 5449 runs from 150 matches and is the fifth-highest run-getter overall. Warner also holds the record for smashing the most number of half-centuries in the history of the competition.

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<h2>We owe India a lot: Warner&nbsp;</h2>

The star Australian batter has been blessed with immense love from his Indian fans, who enjoy his funny Instagram videos trying to copy famous dialogues and scenes from various popular Indian movies and songs. Warner has been part of the IPL since 2008 and he received amazing support from the home crowd during his stint with SRH.

Warner said he loves going to India and meeting fans despite the fact that it creat security issues at times. The Australian batter believes cricketers owe a lot to India and that he would like to be involved in some sort of a cricket program in the country post his retirement.

"The number one thing for me is how humble everyone is there (in India). They have welcomed my family with open arms and obviously me for the last decade."I love going out and meeting people there. I know it can be a security risk at times because we can create a bit of a crowd. I love mixing with the locals. They have given me so much. I think we owe India a lot. I'd love to be involved in some of their programs with cricket."

Warner will be one of the marquee players to go under the hammer at the upcoming IPL 2022 mega auction this month. He was released by SRH following the end of the IPL 2021 season and is likely to find a new team this time around.

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Australian opener David Warner is one of the most loved overseas stars in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has established his credentials as one of the greats of the league with his brilliant performances over the years and continues to be a prolific run-getter in the league.

Australian opener David Warner is one of the most loved overseas stars in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has established his credentials as one of the greats of the league with his brilliant performances over the years and continues to be a prolific run-getter in the league. The former Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain has called the IPL the best tournament in the world. In a conversation with former Australia pacer Brett Lee, Warner opened up on playing in the IPL and insisted it has helped him improve his game. The veteran left-hand batter said his experience of playing in the IPL helps him when Australia are touring India for a series. "When I go to India, I see it as playing the best tournament in the world. But I am getting a lot of practice and insight for when I have to go there for Australia, whether it is for Tests or ODIs," Warner said on 'The Brett Lee podcast'. Warner has been one of the best performers in the IPL over the years and his numbers speak for themselves. He is the leading run-scorer in the history of the league among overseas players with 5449 runs from 150 matches and is the fifth-highest run-getter overall. Warner also holds the record for smashing the most number of half-centuries in the history of the competition. Also Read: BCCI planning to start full-fledged women's IPL by 2023, confirms Sourav Ganguly We owe India a lot: Warner The star Australian batter has been blessed with immense love from his Indian fans, who enjoy his funny Instagram videos trying to copy famous dialogues and scenes from various popular Indian movies and songs. Warner has been part of the IPL since 2008 and he received amazing support from the home crowd during his stint with SRH. Warner said he loves going to India and meeting fans despite the fact that it creat security issues at times. The Australian batter believes cricketers owe a lot to India and that he would like to be involved in some sort of a cricket program in the country post his retirement. "The number one thing for me is how humble everyone is there (in India). They have welcomed my family with open arms and obviously me for the last decade."I love going out and meeting people there. I know it can be a security risk at times because we can create a bit of a crowd. I love mixing with the locals. They have given me so much. I think we owe India a lot. I'd love to be involved in some of their programs with cricket." Warner will be one of the marquee players to go under the hammer at the upcoming IPL 2022 mega auction this month. He was released by SRH following the end of the IPL 2021 season and is likely to find a new team this time around.

IPL is the best tournament in the world, I think we owe India a lot: David Warner

India has joined the world in diplomatically boycotting the Beijing Winter Olympics. Indian diplomats won't attend the opening & closing ceremonies; this after a Galwan soldier was made the Olympic torchbearer. Is China politicizing winter Olympics?

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In view of the dip in the daily confirmed cases of coronavirus, the government of Indian national capital has decided on Friday to reopen schools for all classes from nursery onwards. &nbsp;

The gyms will also open shutters with certain restrictions. The drivers travelling alone in cars&nbsp;will also be exempted from wearing masks. &nbsp;

The announcement of relaxation of Covid restrictions was made by Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia. &nbsp;

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The teachers, who are not vaccinated, will not be allowed to come to schools, Sisodia said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The night curfew will continue for now, but will begin from 11 pm instead of 10 pm, the government said. &nbsp;

The restaurants have been allowed by the DDMA to remain open till 11 pm. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"A number of key decisions were taken during the DDMA meeting on Friday. The decisions were taken keeping in mind the decline in coronavirus cases in Delhi. These decisions will help in ensuring that people's lives and businesses can come back on track," Sisodia said. &nbsp;

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At an online briefing, Sisodia added, "Schools will reopen for classes 9-12 from February 7 and for nursery to 8 from February 14. The classes will continue to be in a hybrid mode." &nbsp;

The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has also decided to reopen higher education institutions and coaching centres from February 7. "However, colleges will be discouraged to hold online classes and should start offline teaching," he said. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In view of the dip in the daily confirmed cases of coronavirus, the government of Indian national capital has decided on Friday to reopen schools for all classes from nursery onwards.

In view of the dip in the daily confirmed cases of coronavirus, the government of Indian national capital has decided on Friday to reopen schools for all classes from nursery onwards. The gyms will also open shutters with certain restrictions. The drivers travelling alone in cars will also be exempted from wearing masks. The announcement of relaxation of Covid restrictions was made by Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia. Also Read: Younger population infected more in third wave, says ICMR The teachers, who are not vaccinated, will not be allowed to come to schools, Sisodia said. The night curfew will continue for now, but will begin from 11 pm instead of 10 pm, the government said. The restaurants have been allowed by the DDMA to remain open till 11 pm. "A number of key decisions were taken during the DDMA meeting on Friday. The decisions were taken keeping in mind the decline in coronavirus cases in Delhi. These decisions will help in ensuring that people's lives and businesses can come back on track," Sisodia said. Also Read: Fresh spell of snowfall greets tourists in Kashmir Valley At an online briefing, Sisodia added, "Schools will reopen for classes 9-12 from February 7 and for nursery to 8 from February 14. The classes will continue to be in a hybrid mode." The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has also decided to reopen higher education institutions and coaching centres from February 7. "However, colleges will be discouraged to hold online classes and should start offline teaching," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

With dip in Covid cases on mind, India's national capital orders reopening of schools, colleges, gyms

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In an investigative report by The Klaxon, an Australian tabloid, it has been reported that China had suffered a huge loss against India in the Galwan valley during a clash in 2020.

Australian newspaper claims that China suffered a huge loss against India in the Galwan valley clash

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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (February 2) has slammed opposition leader Rahul Gandhi over his China-Pakistan remarks.&nbsp;

Gandhi in his Parliament speech said&nbsp;that the PM Narendra Modi's government and its foreign policies have brought China and Pakistan together.&nbsp;

Responding to the same, Jaishankar recalled some incidents when the Congress government was in office. He said, "Rahul Gandhi alleged in Lok Sabha that it is this Government which brought Pakistan and China together."&nbsp;

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He said that China built the Karakoram highway through PoK in the 1970s and CPEC was started in 2013 when Congress-led UPA was in power at the Centre.&nbsp;

"Perhaps, some history lessons are in order: In 1963,Pakistan illegally handed over the Shaksgam valley to China. -China built the Karakoram highway through PoK in the 1970s," Jaishankar tweeted.&nbsp;

He added, "From the 1970s, the two countries also had close nuclear collaboration. -In 2013, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor started. So, ask yourself: were China and Pakistan distant then?"

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Meanwhile, the United States has also reacted to the controversial remarks by Gandhi, stating that it does not agree with Gandhi's claim that Modi's foreign policy has strengthened the Pakistan-China relationship.&nbsp;

On being asked about Gandhi's comments, US State Department spokesperson Ned Price said, "I will leave it to the Pakistanis and the PRC to speak to their relationship. I certainly would not – would not endorse those remarks."&nbsp;

Rahul Gandhi in his speech said the government has brought China and Pakistan together. "The Chinese have a very clear vision of what they want to do. The single biggest strategic goal of India's foreign policy has been to keep Pakistan and China separate. What you have done is, you have brought them together," he said.

"Do not be under any illusion, do not underestimate the force that is standing in front of you. You have brought Pakistan and China together. This is the single biggest crime that you could commit against the people of India," he added.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (February 2) has slammed opposition leader Rahul Gandhi over his China-Pakistan remarks. Gandhi in his Parliament speech said that the PM Narendra Modi's government and its foreign policies have brought China and Pakistan together.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (February 2) has slammed opposition leader Rahul Gandhi over his China-Pakistan remarks. Gandhi in his Parliament speech said that the PM Narendra Modi's government and its foreign policies have brought China and Pakistan together. Responding to the same, Jaishankar recalled some incidents when the Congress government was in office. He said, "Rahul Gandhi alleged in Lok Sabha that it is this Government which brought Pakistan and China together." ALSO READ | 'Won't endorse it': US on Rahul’s remark that China, Pakistan together due to India’s foreign policy He said that China built the Karakoram highway through PoK in the 1970s and CPEC was started in 2013 when Congress-led UPA was in power at the Centre. "Perhaps, some history lessons are in order: In 1963,Pakistan illegally handed over the Shaksgam valley to China. -China built the Karakoram highway through PoK in the 1970s," Jaishankar tweeted. He added, "From the 1970s, the two countries also had close nuclear collaboration. -In 2013, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor started. So, ask yourself: were China and Pakistan distant then?" -From the 1970s, the two countries also had close nuclear collaboration. -In 2013, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor started. So, ask yourself: were China and Pakistan distant then? — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 2, 2022 × Meanwhile, the United States has also reacted to the controversial remarks by Gandhi, stating that it does not agree with Gandhi's claim that Modi's foreign policy has strengthened the Pakistan-China relationship. On being asked about Gandhi's comments, US State Department spokesperson Ned Price said, "I will leave it to the Pakistanis and the PRC to speak to their relationship. I certainly would not – would not endorse those remarks." Rahul Gandhi in his speech said the government has brought China and Pakistan together. "The Chinese have a very clear vision of what they want to do. The single biggest strategic goal of India's foreign policy has been to keep Pakistan and China separate. What you have done is, you have brought them together," he said. "Do not be under any illusion, do not underestimate the force that is standing in front of you. You have brought Pakistan and China together. This is the single biggest crime that you could commit against the people of India," he added.

India: Jaishankar gives 'history lessons' to opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, slams over China-Pakistan remarks

An even-ball century by skipper Yash Dhull (110) and his 204-run partnership for the third wicket with Shaik Rasheed (94) set up India Under-19 for a 96-run victory against Australia in the semi-finals of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup.

India, the most successful nation in U19 Cricket World Cup history with four titles, thus reached the fourth successive final and will take on England in the summit clash. India last won the title in 2018 in the biennial event and had lost to Bangladesh in the final two years back.

Electing to bat first, India were in a spot of bother at 37/2 with both openers Angkrish Raghuvanshi (6) and Harnoor Singh (16) back in the pavilion. Skipper Dhull (110 off 110) and Rasheed (94 off 108) stitched together a majestic partnership of 204 runs to help the 2020 finalists reach 290/4 in 50 overs at the Coolidge Cricket Ground.

In reply, Australia U19 succumbed to the pressure created by the India U19 bowlers in the middle overs and lost their way despite a fighting half-century by Lachlan Shaw (51 off 66) to be eventually restricted to 194 all out in 41.5 overs, falling short by 96 runs.

Earlier, the Indian innings didn`t get off to the start skipper Dhull would have wanted as Raghuvanshi fell for a 30-ball six in the eighth over, with runs hard to come by in the Powerplay.

It was William Salzmann who picked up the early scalp, but Jack Nisbet was the most impressive bowler in the early stages, with his first six overs going for just 12 runs as India were put under huge pressure.

Nisbet got the reward for his tight spell with the wicket of the other opener Narnoor for 16, to leave India in a spot of bother on 37/2.

But that dismissal brought captain Dhull to the crease, `nd India didn`t look back, as the skipper and Rasheed patiently led the recovery and before upping the scoring rate significantly in a remarkable partnership.

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The pair were still at the crease going into the final ten overs and with both approaching a century. Captain Dhull did get to that milestone before signaling his intent with a smoked six off the very next delivery. The 19-year-old fell in an unfortunate manner, run out backing up at the non-striker`s end for a majestic run-a-ball 110.

And Rasheed fell to the next ball, caught at backward-point just six runs short of his own century.

The double-blow threatened to slow what had looked set to be an explosive finish to the innings, with Rasheed`s dismissal leaving India at 241/4 with four overs remaining.

But Rajvardhan Hangargekar (13 off 10) and Nishant Sindhu (12 not out off 10) ensured that the runs kept flowing, before Dinesh Bana (20 not out) finished the innings in style, hitting two sixes and two fours off the four deliveries he faced. Bana`s late cameo helped India reach 290/5, with 27 runs coming off the final over.

India`s innings was one of two distinct halves, with just 86 runs coming off a testing first 25 overs, and then 204 runs ransacked off the second 25, according to a report on ICC`s official website.

Australia`s hopes of reaching the target of 291 to set up a final against England suffered a big early blow when in-form opener Teague Wyllie was trapped in front in just the second over of the reply.

Wyllie had scored significantly at the top of the order in all three of Australia`s previous wins at the tournament, but his dismissal didn`t immediately seem to knock the team`s confidence, with Campbell Kellaway (30) and Corey Miller (38) scoring at a reasonable pace through the following 15 overs in a partnership worth 68.

However, India`s main threat was always expected to be their quality spin attack, and so it proved, with part-timer Raghuvanshi fooling Miller with a clever change of pace, and Vicky Ostwal picking up the scalp of Kellaway six balls later.

Wickets fell at regular intervals from there on, as India`s spinners took the game away from Australia, with only Lachlan Shaw surviving for any significant length of time for a hard-fought 51.

But with Shaw at risk of running out of partners, he went on the attack after reaching his half-century, bottom-edging a big heave onto his stumps to become the ninth wicket to fall.

And India sealed their spot in Saturday`s final with a runout, as a mix-up between Tom Whitney (19 off 17) and number eleven Jack Nisbet left the former stranded. 
 
Brief scores: 
 
India U19 290/5 in 50 overs (Yash Dhull 110, Shaik Rasheed 94; Jack Nisbet 2/41, William Salzmann 2/57) beat Australia U19 194 in 41.5 overs (Lachlan Shaw 51, Corey Miller 38; Vicky Ostwal 3/42, Nishant Sindhu 2/25, Ravi Kumar 2/37).

An even-ball century by skipper Yash Dhull (110) and his 204-run partnership for the third wicket with Shaik Rasheed (94) set up India Under-19 for a 96-run victory against Australia in the semi-finals of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup.

An even-ball century by skipper Yash Dhull (110) and his 204-run partnership for the third wicket with Shaik Rasheed (94) set up India Under-19 for a 96-run victory against Australia in the semi-finals of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup. India, the most successful nation in U19 Cricket World Cup history with four titles, thus reached the fourth successive final and will take on England in the summit clash. India last won the title in 2018 in the biennial event and had lost to Bangladesh in the final two years back. Electing to bat first, India were in a spot of bother at 37/2 with both openers Angkrish Raghuvanshi (6) and Harnoor Singh (16) back in the pavilion. Skipper Dhull (110 off 110) and Rasheed (94 off 108) stitched together a majestic partnership of 204 runs to help the 2020 finalists reach 290/4 in 50 overs at the Coolidge Cricket Ground. In reply, Australia U19 succumbed to the pressure created by the India U19 bowlers in the middle overs and lost their way despite a fighting half-century by Lachlan Shaw (51 off 66) to be eventually restricted to 194 all out in 41.5 overs, falling short by 96 runs. Earlier, the Indian innings didn`t get off to the start skipper Dhull would have wanted as Raghuvanshi fell for a 30-ball six in the eighth over, with runs hard to come by in the Powerplay. It was William Salzmann who picked up the early scalp, but Jack Nisbet was the most impressive bowler in the early stages, with his first six overs going for just 12 runs as India were put under huge pressure. Nisbet got the reward for his tight spell with the wicket of the other opener Narnoor for 16, to leave India in a spot of bother on 37/2. But that dismissal brought captain Dhull to the crease, `nd India didn`t look back, as the skipper and Rasheed patiently led the recovery and before upping the scoring rate significantly in a remarkable partnership. 👊 Yash Dhull leading from the front 🔥 India score 27 runs in the final over 🌟 17-year-old Shaik Rasheed shines bright All the key talking points from today's blockbuster semi-final at the #U19CWC 👇https://t.co/EWAsTprza4 — ICC (@ICC) February 2, 2022 × The pair were still at the crease going into the final ten overs and with both approaching a century. Captain Dhull did get to that milestone before signaling his intent with a smoked six off the very next delivery. The 19-year-old fell in an unfortunate manner, run out backing up at the non-striker`s end for a majestic run-a-ball 110. And Rasheed fell to the next ball, caught at backward-point just six runs short of his own century. The double-blow threatened to slow what had looked set to be an explosive finish to the innings, with Rasheed`s dismissal leaving India at 241/4 with four overs remaining. But Rajvardhan Hangargekar (13 off 10) and Nishant Sindhu (12 not out off 10) ensured that the runs kept flowing, before Dinesh Bana (20 not out) finished the innings in style, hitting two sixes and two fours off the four deliveries he faced. Bana`s late cameo helped India reach 290/5, with 27 runs coming off the final over. India`s innings was one of two distinct halves, with just 86 runs coming off a testing first 25 overs, and then 204 runs ransacked off the second 25, according to a report on ICC`s official website. Australia`s hopes of reaching the target of 291 to set up a final against England suffered a big early blow when in-form opener Teague Wyllie was trapped in front in just the second over of the reply. Wyllie had scored significantly at the top of the order in all three of Australia`s previous wins at the tournament, but his dismissal didn`t immediately seem to knock the team`s confidence, with Campbell Kellaway (30) and Corey Miller (38) scoring at a reasonable pace through the following 15 overs in a partnership worth 68. However, India`s main threat was always expected to be their quality spin attack, and so it proved, with part-timer Raghuvanshi fooling Miller with a clever change of pace, and Vicky Ostwal picking up the scalp of Kellaway six balls later. Wickets fell at regular intervals from there on, as India`s spinners took the game away from Australia, with only Lachlan Shaw surviving for any significant length of time for a hard-fought 51. But with Shaw at risk of running out of partners, he went on the attack after reaching his half-century, bottom-edging a big heave onto his stumps to become the ninth wicket to fall. And India sealed their spot in Saturday`s final with a runout, as a mix-up between Tom Whitney (19 off 17) and number eleven Jack Nisbet left the former stranded. Brief scores: India U19 290/5 in 50 overs (Yash Dhull 110, Shaik Rasheed 94; Jack Nisbet 2/41, William Salzmann 2/57) beat Australia U19 194 in 41.5 overs (Lachlan Shaw 51, Corey Miller 38; Vicky Ostwal 3/42, Nishant Sindhu 2/25, Ravi Kumar 2/37).

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