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T20 World Cup Final Security and Traffic Advisory: Ahmedabad Police Prepare for Event Ahmedabad police have announced comprehensive preparations for the T20 World Cup final, set to be held at the Motera Stadium. The police commissioner, G.S. Malik, confirmed that all security and logistical arrangements are in place to ensure a smooth and safe event. Key Announcements and Measures: Security Measures: The police have emphasized strict security protocols, including the establishment of a holding area at Gate No. 1 to manage crowd flow. Operations are underway to combat the black market sale of tickets, with police actively monitoring and addressing illegal ticket trading. Public Transport Encouragement: To reduce traffic congestion, the police urged spectators to use public transportation instead of private vehicles. Buses and the metro will operate extended hours, running from 10:00 AM on Sunday to 2:00 AM the following day to accommodate attendees. Traffic Restrictions and Alternate Routes: Certain roads around the stadium will be closed to vehicular traffic during the event. Specifically, the route from Janpath T-Junction to Motera Stadium Main Gate, including the Kripa Residency and Motera village, will be fully closed from 10:00 AM on Sunday to 2:00 AM Monday. Alternate Routes: Drivers are advised to use the Tapovan Circle and Vishat Junction to reach Janpath, then proceed to Power House. Alternatively, the Prabodh Raval Circle to Kripa Residency route via Bhatar-Koteswar Road or Apollo Circle is recommended. Crowd Management: The police anticipate over 1.1 lakh spectators at the stadium, emphasizing the need for orderly crowd management.#t20_world_cup_final #ahmedabad_police #motera_stadium #g_s_malik #janpath_t_junction

Jammu and Kashmir: 2 mobiles, being smuggled inside jail, recovered in Doda Authorities at Bhaderwah Jail in Doda district intercepted two mobile phones hidden within a parcel intended for an inmate held under the Public Safety Act. The parcel, addressed to Irshad Ahmad Wani, a resident of Bandipora, was reportedly booked by Mohammed Younis Wani from Pulwama. #Safety_Act #Public_Safety #Doda_Authorities #Bhaderwah_Jail #Doda_district #inside_jail #Doda #smuggled_inside #district_intercepted #phones_hidden

Newcastle United bolster their attacking options ahead of the Champions League clash against Barcelona as key forward Nick Woltemade returns to the squad, while five players are ruled out for the first leg of the Round of 16 tie. Manager Eddie Howe confirmed Woltemade’s recovery from a viral illness that had kept him sidelined since his Premier League match against Manchester United. The German striker, who had lost weight during his illness, trained individually and is expected to be fit for both the upcoming FA Cup encounter against Manchester City and the Champions League match at St James’ Park on March 10. Howe praised Woltemade’s progress, stating, “He trained yesterday and felt good, so that’s positive.” The forward’s availability is a significant boost for Newcastle, as his physicality and goal-scoring ability could challenge Barcelona’s defense. Despite the positive update, Howe revealed several absences for the Champions League fixture. Midfielder Lewis Miley, who suffered a knee injury in January, will miss the game and is unlikely to return for several weeks. Right-back Tino Livramento, dealing with hamstring issues since early in the season, has not yet rejoined training and is also expected to sit out. In addition to Miley and Livramento, Newcastle will be without three more players: Bruno Guimaraes, Fabian Schar, and Emil Krafth. The absence of these key contributors will test the team’s depth as they prepare for the high-stakes encounter against Barcelona, a club that dominated their previous visit to Tyneside in the Champions League. The result could heavily influence the second leg at the Spotify Camp Nou, with Barcelona aiming to secure an advantage in the tie.#champions_league #barcelona #newcastle_united #nick_woltemade #eddie_howe

Confirmed Line-Up: Four Changes for Man City FA Cup Tie, Livramento on Bench Newcastle United has confirmed its starting XI and substitutes for the FA Cup clash against Manchester City. Will Osula, Nick Woltemade, Sven Botman, and Joe Willock are set to start at St. James’ Park, while Anthony Gordon, Joelinton, and Dan Burn are named on the bench. Jacob Ramsey is absent due to suspension. Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale will continue in goal after a strong performance in Newcastle’s recent Premier League win against Manchester United. Kieran Trippier captains the team, partnering Botman in central defense. Lewis Hall, who scored in a previous league match against Man City, starts at left-back. Sandro Tonali, who reached 100 competitive appearances for the club last week, will play in midfield alongside Joe Willock. Anthony Elanga and Harvey Barnes, both having scored against Man City this season, are expected to occupy the wing positions. Nick Woltemade, who missed Wednesday’s game against United due to illness, is back in the starting lineup. Will Osula, who netted a late winner against Man United on Wednesday, earns his fifth start of the season. Tino Livramento is named on the substitutes’ bench and will make his 100th club appearance if he comes on. Yoane Wissa, Jacob Murphy, Sean Neave, and Alex Murphy are among the available replacements, with Nick Pope as the backup goalkeeper. Newcastle’s starting XI includes Ramsdale, Trippier, Hall, Botman, Tonali, Elanga, Malick Thiaw, Osula, Woltemade, Willock, and the substitutes list features Pope, Joelinton, Wissa, Gordon, Livramento, Murphy, Burn, and Neave. The match will see Man City without Erling Haaland, with the Norwegian striker sidelined. The FA Cup tie is expected to be a tactical battle, with both teams looking to secure a strong result.#fa_cup #man_city #newcastle_united #st_james_park #erling_haaland

Pep Guardiola accepts Man City may need luck in fifth Newcastle clash Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has acknowledged that luck could be a decisive factor in the club’s upcoming FA Cup clash against Newcastle United, marking their fifth encounter of the season. The match, set for Saturday, will take place at St James’ Park as City continue their pursuit of a fourth consecutive FA Cup final appearance. Guardiola emphasized the importance of the tie, despite the club’s busy schedule involving the Champions League last-16 tie against Real Madrid and the Carabao Cup final later this month. The fixture comes after City dropped two crucial points in the Premier League title race with a 2-2 draw at home to Nottingham Forest. Guardiola highlighted the significance of the FA Cup as a priority, stating, “We’re going to travel to Newcastle to win the game to get in the next round, definitely 100 per cent.” The manager acknowledged the tight margins in the competition, noting that “when the margins are so tight the luck is important.” Guardiola’s comments reflect the challenges of facing Newcastle, a team that has already defeated City twice this season in the Premier League and in a Carabao Cup semifinal. While City has won the other three meetings, the manager admitted the sides have “little to learn about each other” and that the match will be a test of consistency. “We know each other quite well, no surprises,” he said. The scheduling of the match also presents logistical challenges for City. Guardiola expressed mixed feelings about the 8 p.m. kick-off, explaining that playing at night requires traveling the day before, which could impact recovery for the squad. He noted the need for rotation due to the demanding fixture list, stating, “Now we play a lot of games with long travels away and fatigue is involved.#fa_cup #pep_guardiola #man_city #newcastle_united #st_james_park

Jammu: NIA court rejects bail plea of terror funding accused A Jammu NIA court denied bail to Tanvir Ahmed Wani, accused in a terror funding case. Wani allegedly conspired with Pakistani traders, importing goods beyond limits via under-invoicing to generate profits for terror outfits like Hizbul Mujahideen and Lashkar-e-Taiba. Incriminating materials were found at his residence. #NIA #NIA_court #Ahmed_Wani #Tanvir_Ahmed #Jammu_NIA #funding_case #terror_funding #court_rejects #court_denied #funding_accused

The Multibillion-dollar shift turning prediction markets into a professional hedging tool #prediction_markets #Multibillion-dollar_shift #hedging_tool #shift_turning #turning_prediction

WoW's recent revamp of Silvermoon for Midnight is so good, I'm starting to wonder if the MMO's model of a 'new exciting continent every 2-3 years' was ever the right way Home is where the hearthstone is. #Midnight #MMO #MMO_model #WoW_recent #recent_revamp #exciting_continent #Silvermoon

Amazon's cheap 4K streaming stick drops to under $20 for the first time A record-low price for Amazon's new and basic 4K streaming stick #streaming #record-low_price #streaming_stick #Amazon_cheap #stick_drops