Toss delayed for India vs Pakistan T20I World Cup match due to weather
New York: The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan match in the T20I 2024 World Cup has experienced a delay in the toss due to unfavorable weather conditions.
The umpires were seen conversing with Indian captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid, as the square remained covered to protect it from the rain. Despite the weather, the players from both teams continued to warm up, and there are signs that the clouds are moving away, potentially allowing for play to commence soon.
The stands are already filled with enthusiastic supporters, eagerly waiting for the game to start despite the weather-induced delay.
Further updates on the match status are awaited as the ground staff work to prepare the pitch for play.
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Fourteen dead, six people hospitalised after consuming spurious liquor in Punjab
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Chandigarh (PTI): At least 14 people have died in five villages in Punjab's Amritsar after allegedly consuming spurious liquor, leading to the arrest of five accused, officials said on Tuesday.
Police said six people have been hospitalised with complications caused by hooch. The deaths have occurred in five villages -- Bhangali, Patalpuri, Marari Kalan, Therewal and Talwandi Ghuman.
Amritsar Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sawhney confirmed the death of 14 people and informed reporters that Senior Superintendent of Police Maninder Singh reached the spot to take stock of the situation.
Police said they have made five arrests in the incident. Those arrested have been identified as Prabhjit Singh, the main accused, Kulbir Singh, Sahib Singh, Gurjant Singh and Ninder Kaur, they said.
A case has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Excise Act, said the officials.
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