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Lionel Messi Sets Records with Hat-Trick in FIFA World Cup 2026 Opener Against Algeria
Lionel Messi made history at the FIFA World Cup 2026 by becoming the first player to feature in six editions of the tournament, marking his 200th international appearance for Argentina. In Argentina's opening match against Algeria, Messi scored a hat-trick, equaling Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup goals record with 16. His performance included becoming the oldest player to score a World Cup hat-trick and surpassing several records, while leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory in their title defense opener.
June 17 Market Update: Mixed Trading Trends Across Major Indian Stocks
On June 17, 2026, major Indian stocks including Tata Steel, TCS, JSW Steel, Tata Consumer, and Titan Company showed varied trading performances with detailed updates on prices, market capitalizations, volumes, and earnings. Tata Steel experienced a fifth consecutive session decline, while other stocks like Tata Consumer and Adani Enterprises showed positive trends. Market indices such as NIFTY and Nifty Metal had mixed movements. Comprehensive liveblogs provided fundamental and technical analyses to inform investors amid ongoing market fluctuations.
UP Minister Claims Imminent Split in Samajwadi Party; SP Leadership Denies Allegations
Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar claimed a major split is imminent in the Samajwadi Party (SP), alleging senior leader Ram Gopal Yadav submitted a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and that several SP leaders are ready to join the BJP amid pressure from corruption investigations. Rajbhar compared the situation to recent splits in other opposition parties. The SP leadership, including Chief Akhilesh Yadav and Ram Gopal Yadav, strongly denied these claims, accusing the BJP of attempting to engineer defections and asserting party unity ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.