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Which records did Lionel Messi break in historic hat-trick outing in Argentina vs Algeria WC opener?
Football | Jun 17, 2026, 09:20 AM ISTLionel Messi had a historical outing at the Kansas City Stadium during Argentina's FIFA World Cup opener against Algeria as the icon scored his first-ever hat-trick in World Cups. Messi achieved several legendary records during his jaw-dropping performance.
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Lionel Messi rewrites history books with hat-trick, Argentina thrash Algeria in World Cup opener
Football | Jun 17, 2026, 08:57 AM ISTLionel Messi etched his name into the history books with a jaw-dropping hat-trick in Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria. Messi shattered several records during his historic outing as Argentina routed Algeria 3-0.
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Lionel Messi breaks Pelé's legendary record, achieves FIFA World Cup immortality with Algeria strike
Football | Jun 17, 2026, 08:57 AM ISTLionel Messi achieved FIFA World Cup immortality as he scored a brace in Argentina's opener against Algeria. He shattered a legendary Pele record with his opening strike in the 17th minute at the Kanstas City Stadium.
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Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Messi's hat-trick leads defending champs to 3-0 win
Football | Jun 17, 2026, 01:29 PM ISTArgentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Defending champions Argentina kick their campaign off as captain Lionel Messi was named in the starting XI for the Group J opener against Algeria. Messi gets to the pitch for his sixth World Cup.
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Can Lionel Messi's Argentina match Brazil's 64-year-old record in FIFA World Cup 2026?
Football | Jun 16, 2026, 09:53 PM ISTArgentina enter FIFA World Cup 2026 as defending champions and could equal Brazil’s record of back-to-back titles set in 1962. Lionel Messi leads a largely experienced squad, but the team will miss Angel Di Maria while facing concerns over ageing key players.
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Lionel Messi's participation in FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria revealed by coach Scaloni
Football | Jun 16, 2026, 02:45 PM ISTLionel Messi is set to achieve a huge milestone of featuring in 200 international matches for Argentina. Eyes are set on the soon-to-be 39-year-old as he eyes a return from a hamstring injury. Argentina open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Algeria.
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Lionel Messi to lead Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2026 as icon set for his sixth appearance
Football | May 29, 2026, 09:35 AM ISTLionel Messi gears up to lead Argentina in their title defence as he has been named in the squad for the sixth time. Messi already holds the record for most World Cup match appearances. Argentina are placed in Group J for the global showpiece.
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Hantavirus outbreak update: About 40 passengers from virus-hit cruise ship disembark on St Helena
Health | May 07, 2026, 02:25 PM ISTAround 40 passengers from the MV Hondius linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak have disembarked on the remote island of Saint Helena, according to Dutch officials. The group reportedly includes the wife of a Dutch passenger who died during the outbreak.
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Kerala to host Argentina vs Australia in November, Lionel Messi to mark his second visit to India
Football | Sep 23, 2025, 04:51 PM ISTThe Argentina football team will travel to Kerala to play an exhibition match against Australia in November. This will mark legendary footballer Lionel Messi's second visit to India. He will once again visit in December to take part in the GOAT Tour of India.
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Lionel Messi casts doubt over participating in FIFA World Cup 2026
Football | Sep 05, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTAfter a 3-0 win over Venezuela, Lionel Messi dropped a bombshell, noting that he isn't yet sure about participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Argentine noted that he will be deciding about his future after six months.
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Lionel Messi's Argentina to tour India for a FIFA friendly game in November 2025
Football | Aug 23, 2025, 08:00 AM ISTArgentina superstar Lionel Messi, in all probability, will tour India for a friendly game in November 2025. Argentina Football Association (AFA) confirmed in an official statement on Saturday (August 23). The opponents of Argentina in India are yet to be determined.
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PM Modi wraps up five-nation tour: Key takeaways and what India gained | Explained
India | Jul 10, 2025, 02:31 PM ISTPM Modi's five-nation tour strengthened India's ties across the Global South with key gains in digital payments, critical minerals, defence and diaspora outreach. The visit saw major bilateral agreements, UPI's first international adoption and four top civilian honours.
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PM Modi presents cultural and spiritual symbols to leaders of Argentina and Trinidad and Tobago
World | Jul 07, 2025, 10:49 PM ISTThe symbolic tokens, gifted to the top leadership of Argentina and Trinidad and Tobago, highlighted the intricate craftsmanship and deep-rooted traditions of Indian artisans.
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PM Modi gets warm welcome in Buenos Aires, meets President Milei to strengthen India-Argentina ties
World | Jul 06, 2025, 12:00 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi's Argentina visit highlighted growing India-Argentina ties and showcased the strong cultural bond with the Indian diaspora.
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PM Modi in Argentina: Why Buenos Aires Matters to India & What's on PM Modi's Agenda?
Originals | Jul 05, 2025, 06:35 PM ISTPM Modi's Argentina visit underscores Buenos Aires as a vital strategic stop. But what's on his agenda, and why is this South American nation important for India's global outreach?
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PM Modi's Argentina Visit: Why Buenos Aires is a strategic stop and what his agenda will be
World | Jul 05, 2025, 07:59 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Argentina marks the first by an Indian PM since Indira Gandhi's in 1968, signalling a renewed push to deepen ties in energy, critical minerals, trade, defence and counter-terrorism.
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PM Modi embarks on landmark 5-nation tour: What visit to each country means for India
India | Jul 02, 2025, 01:18 PM ISTPM Modi has embarked on an eight-day, five-nation tour, his longest foreign visit in a decade with stops in Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The trip will centre on strengthening defence ties, boosting trade, and deepening India’s partnerships with key countries across
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Earthquake of 7.4 magnitude hits Argentina, tsunami warning issued, evacuation ordered
World | May 02, 2025, 08:02 PM ISTEarthquake hits Argentina: Soon after the earthquake, a tsunami alert has been issued, prompting the authorities to urge people to move away from the coast and reach safer places.
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Argentina canal water turns 'blood red', know reason behind the mystery | Video
World | Feb 09, 2025, 02:09 PM ISTThe Argentina Environment Ministry said in a statement that it had taken water samples from the "bloody river" and said that the reason behind this could be the presence of an "organic pigment".
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Argentina decides to withdraw from WHO after Trump exit, here's why
World | Feb 05, 2025, 09:39 PM ISTThe World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialised agency of the United Nations responsible for global public health. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and has six regional offices. The WHO's purpose is to achieve the highest possible level of health for all people across the world.