Web archive - April 14, 2021

World

Biden ready to announce US withdrawal, even as peace eludes Afghanistan

Critics said the departure plan appeared to surrender Afghanistan to an uncertain fate

World

Iran says 60% enrichment response to Israel's 'nuclear terrorism'

Rouhani pledges that Iran's nuclear activity will "certainly be peaceful" and under IAEA supervision

Cricket

Babar Azam dethrones Virat Kohli to become number one ODI batsman

Pakistan captain was the second highest run-scorer in the recently concluded ODI series against South Africa

World, Pakistan

'Pakistan, India held secret talks to break Kashmir impasse'

Two govts re-opened a back channel of diplomacy aimed at a modest roadmap to normalising ties, says a Reuters report

World

Australia flags mass inoculation amid Covid-19 vaccine turmoil

The federal government and to discuss setting up mass vaccination centres from as early as June

Sports

Exhausted Real won't rest on laurels at Anfield, says Zidane

Madrid head into the decider against Liverpool with a 3-1 lead with a run of six consecutive wins in all competitions

Technology

UAE partners with Japan's iSpace to send rover to the moon in 2022

The UAE is using its space programme to develop its scientific and technological capabilities

Sports

Tuchel delighted with Chelsea's fighting spirit

Blues knock out Porto which means they will face either Liverpool or Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals

Pakistan

NCOC tightens Covid-19 restrictions as Ramazan begins

Markets to remain open from Sehr to 6pm; businesses to remain closed on Saturday and Sunday

Sports

Man City's Guardiola tells players to ignore the maths ahead of Dortmund test

Citizens will take a 2-1 lead, knowing the German side could seal progress with a 1-0 win on the away goals rule