English singer Laura Wright performs Pakistan's national anthem (Screengrabs) English singer Laura Wright performed Pakistan’s national anthem before the first Test between England and Pakistan at Headingley on Wednesday, where Joe Root’s return as England captain began with a strong start for the hosts.England won the toss and elected to bowl first in overcast conditions, with Ollie Robinson making an immediate impact. The fast bowler dismissed Azan Awais lbw with the very first ball of the series. Awais reviewed the decision, but the original call was upheld.It was the first time in England that a wicket had fallen from the opening delivery of a Test...

The University of Mumbai (MU) has made the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID mandatory for students appearing in examinations during the 2026-27 academic year. Under the university’s latest examination-related instructions, students will have to enter their APAAR ID details through the designated login window to download their hall tickets.The requirement means students who have not submitted or updated their APAAR details could face difficulty accessing their admit cards for the upcoming semester examinations. The university has therefore advised students to complete the necessary formalities well in advance rather than wait until the examination schedule is near.APAAR ID linked to hall ticket downloadAccording...