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"Deadly storm batters Australia: Cyclone Debbie"

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Cyclone Debbie: Cyclone Debbie made landfall between Bowen and Airlie Beach in Queensland as a category four storm, whipping gusts of up to  263km/h (163mph). It is moving inland as a category two storm but could cause damage for hours yet. Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said he was aware of one death so far. Activating a disaster response plan, he stressed the picture could develop when emergency crews were able to assess the damage. "Conditions have deteriorated rapidly," he told parliament. "Take care and stay safe. Be prepared to shelter in place until Wednesday." Defence force helicopters and naval vessels would be sent to Queensland with aid, he added. He said the Australian government would be urging insurance companies to be "compassionate" and supportive of people who have claims to make following the cyclone. 'Battering Ram Effect' The extent of Cyclone Debbie's devastation, which has a 50km-diameter eye wall, ma...

"Indian Cricket Team to Play Pakistan in Dubai, BCCI awaits Government Response"

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There lies a possibility of a cricket series being played between India and Pakistan in Dubai later this year if the government gives its go-ahead to the Board of Control for Cricket in India. BCCI has written to the Home Ministry, seeking permission to play Pakistan to complete their obligations under the Future Tours & Programme (FTP) agreement which was inked in 2014.  According to reports, BCCI has proposed a full series consisting of three Tests, five one day internationals and two Twenty20 internationals. If all goes well, the proposed series will be the first bilateral series between India and Pakistan since 2012. The arch-rivals only face-off in multi-nation tournaments and will be at loggerheads during the ICC Champions Trophy in England in June. As per the International Cricket Council's FTP, Pakistan were to host India in 2014 but the vehement protest by Shiv Sena derailed the scheduled talks on the issue between then BCCI president Shashank Manohar and ...