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Buchi Babu Memorial Tournament: There will be good bowlers in Duleep trophy, says Indrajith

The batter added that he has been focusing on the “volume of red-ball practice” considering the tough challenges ahead. | Photo Credit: M. Periasamy B. Indrajith is going through a purple patch right now. He is the second-highest run-scorer in this edition of the Buchi Babu tournament with 303 runs from three outings. The 30-year-old opened up about how “he is happy with his batting right now” and why he wants to leave no stone unturned in taking his game to the next level, especially with the Duleep Trophy coming up where he will ply his trade for India-C.“I know the Duleep Trophy is very important, but at the same time, I don’t want to put pressure on myself. I will give myself the best chance to perform there in terms of preparation… God willing, if everything goes well, obviously there...
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Buchi Babu Memorial tournament: Jaymeet Patel’s unbeaten century helps Gujarat get to 321 for seven

Jaymeet’s unbeaten knock steadied the ship after Gujarat lost four wickets early. | Photo Credit: E. Lakshmi Narayanan An unbeaten century (125 batting, 214b, 11x4, 2x6) from left-hander Jaymeet Patel, who came in at No. 6, helped Gujarat recover from 55 for four to end day one on 321 for seven in the Group-B match versus TNCA President’s XI in the third round of the Buchi Babu Memorial All India invitational cricket tournament at the Salem Cricket Foundation (SCF) ground here on Tuesday.Jaymeet hit a straight six off leg-spinner Jhathavedh Subramanyan and charged at left-arm spinner Vignesh for a six to long on. He cut and then edged Vignesh for back-to-back fours behind square. He also hit four fours off pacer Mohammed - two glorious cover drives on the front and back foot, two flicks to...
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Jay Shah elected unopposed as next ICC chairman

One among the SENA cricket boards was Mr. Shah’s proposer and another one of these countries seconded the nomination. File | Photo Credit: ANI Jay Shah, the incumbent secretary of the Board of Cricket for Cricket in India (BCCI), is set to become the youngest chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC).He will take over from New Zealand’s Greg Barclay on December 1.An ICC statement confirmed that Mr. Shah was the only name proposed on Tuesday (August 27, 2024), the deadline for each of the 16 ICC Board of Directors to nominate their preferred candidate.With Mr. Shah being the lone candidate in the fray, he will be elected unopposed and will take over from Barclay, who will step down in November.“We stand at a critical juncture where it is increasingly important to balance the coexi...
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Indian Army orders fresh batch of 73K SIG SAUER 716 rifles from US under emergency procurement
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Indian Army orders fresh batch of 73K SIG SAUER 716 rifles from US under emergency procurement

New Delhi: The Indian Army has placed an additional order of 73,000 SIG 716 G2 patrol assault or battlefield rifles from the US as part of its emergency procurement. SIG SAUER president and CEO Ron Cohen said they were proud to be a partner in the modernisation effort of the Indian Army, “and prouder still that the SIG 716 rifle achieves the Ministry of Defence’s modernisation goals with the second largest army in the world”. The SIG 716 is an enhanced assault rifle platform chambered in 7.62 NATO featuring a 16-inch barrel, M-LOK handguard, and a 6-position telescoping stock. SIG SAUER designs and builds the SIG 716 rifles for the Indian Army and for all of its customers in the United States.In February 2019, 72,400 SIG 716 rifles—66,400 for the Army, 4,000 for the Air Force and 2,000 for...
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Vaastu Tips for Corporate Employees to De-Stress: Finding Balance at Work – Times of India

In the hustle and bustle of corporate life, stress can often feel like an unwelcome companion. However, incorporating some Vaastu principles into your workspace can help you create a more harmonious environment and keep stress at bay. Here are some practical Vaastu tips to help corporate employees de-stress and find balance during their workday.1. Positioning Your Desk: According to Vaastu, the placement of your desk is crucial for maintaining positive energy.Ideally, your desk should be positioned so that you face the north or east while working. This orientation is believed to enhance concentration, creativity, and productivity, helping you tackle your tasks with a clear and focused mind. Avoid sitting with your back to the door, as this can create a sense of insecurity and unease.2. Dec...
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Modi & Putin ‘exchange perspectives’ on Russia-Ukraine conflict a day after PM’s call with Biden
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Modi & Putin ‘exchange perspectives’ on Russia-Ukraine conflict a day after PM’s call with Biden

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi “exchanged perspectives” on the Russia-Ukraine conflict with Russian President Vladimir Putin Tuesday, a day after he spoke to US President Joe Biden and reiterated India’s full support for “early return of peace and stability”. Modi shared with Putin his “insights from the recent visit to Ukraine”, saying he was firmly committed to “an early, abiding and peaceful resolution of the conflict”. In a post on X, Modi also said he discussed measures to further strengthen their “special and privileged strategic partnership”. Show Full Article Spoke with President Putin today. Discussed measures to further strengthen Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Exchanged perspectives on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and my insi...
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Daily Quiz: On Sir Donald Bradman

Sir Donald Bradman. File. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Archives Q: Though he was born in Cootamundra, his family moved to a town 265 miles away and that is where he grew up. Because of this he was called ‘The Boy from _____’. Fill in the blank. A: Bowral Q: Of the 52 Tests he played, 37 were against England and five against India. Against which other countries did he play the remaining 10 Tests? A: South Africa and West Indies Q: The prolific batter, who scored 29 Centuries, holds the record for the most double centuries or more. How many did he notch up? A: 12 (including two triple centuries) Q: Why are the West Indies’ Ivan Barrow and England legend Wally Hammond special in the Bradman lore? A: They are the two Test wickets taken by Bradman. Q: It is well-known that if the Don had got ...
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Ishqbaaz Actress Navina Bole Announces Separation From Husband Jeet Karnani

Television actress Navina Bole, widely recognised for her roles in Ishqbaaz and Miley Jab Hum Tum, has confirmed her separation from her husband, Jeet Karnani. The actress took to social media to share the news, posting a photo from a recent interview she gave to Bombay Times. Alongside the image, Navina wrote on Instagram, “Yes this has happened. Yes, it’s true. Life goes on and everything happens for the best.”  Naveena Bole confirms separation from her husband Naveena told Times Of India “Jeet and I separated three months ago and we will soon start the legal proceedings. We are co-parenting our five-year-old daughter Kimaayra. Jeet spends two days a week with her. Our separation was amicable and we believe it is better to part ways and live a happy life than be unhappy together.''  ...
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Modi speaks with Putin day after Biden chat, discusses Russia-Ukraine conflict
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Modi speaks with Putin day after Biden chat, discusses Russia-Ukraine conflict

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday and exchanged perspectives on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and his insights from the recent visit to Ukraine. His conversation with the Russian President came a day after his talk over telephone with US President Joe Biden. The Prime Minister briefed President Biden on his recent visit to Ukraine and reiterated India’s consistent position in favour of dialogue and diplomacy to end the conflict. PM Modi had visited Poland and Ukraine last week. During his conversation with President Putin, PM Modi reiterated India’s firm commitment to support to an early and peaceful resolution of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Show Full Article The two leaders also discussed measures to...
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Ahead of J&K polls, US diplomats visit Srinagar, meet Omar Abdullah & other political leaders
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Ahead of J&K polls, US diplomats visit Srinagar, meet Omar Abdullah & other political leaders

New Delhi: Senior American diplomats visited Jammu and Kashmir Monday to meet various political leaders in the Union territory, including National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah at his Gupkar residence. This comes ahead of crucial assembly polls in J&K, which will be the first since the Narendra Modi government scrapped its special status by abrogating Article 370 in August 2019. The former state was then broken into the two Union territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The visit also comes two weeks after US Consul General Jennifer Larson visited All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi at his house in Hyderabad. Show Full Article The American delegation to J&K included Minister-Counselor for Political Affa...
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KBC 16: Contestant Stumbles On ₹12.5 Lakh Question About Country’s Name

'Kaun Banega Crorepati 16' continues to captivate audiences as one of the most popular game shows on Indian television. In the latest episode, a new segment called 'Jaldi 5' was introduced after the 'Fastest Finger First' round. In this segment, the top two winners of the previous round compete to secure the hot seat by correctly answering five questions first. Alka Singh from Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, became the first-ever winner of the 'Jaldi 5' round on Monday's episode. Alka, who works as the Branch Manager at the Indian Post Office, played brilliantly up to the 11th question, which was worth ₹6,40,000. However, she stumbled on the 12th question and her winnings were reduced to ₹3,20,000. The KBC question worth Rs 12.5 lakh The question for ₹12.5 lakh was, "Which of these countries is n...
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India squad announced for Women’s T20 World Cup; Harmanpreet to captain team

File picture of India women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur | Photo Credit: PTI The big-hitting Harmanpreet Kaur will lead a 15-member Indian squad unveiled on Tuesday for the Women's T20 World Cup in the UAE from October 3. Top-order batter Yastika Bhatia and spin all-rounder Shreyanka Patil were also included in the squad subject to fitness. Star batter Smriti Mandhana has been named Harmanpreet's deputy. The ICC event was shifted to the UAE from Bangladesh following unrest in the South Asian nation owing to a students' protest. India, placed in Group A along with Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, will be aiming for their maiden T20 World Cup trophy.India squad for Women's T20 World CupHarmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana (vice-captain), Shafali Verma, Deep...
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‘No lifeboat to safety’: UN chief Guterres urges global action as Pacific faces sea-level crisis – Times of India

At the Pacific Islands Forum, UN Secretary-General António Guterres reported that sea-surface temperatures in the south-west Pacific have risen three times faster than the global average since 1980, according to the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). He issued a warning that Pacific island nations are in "grave danger" from rising sea levels and urged immediate global action to address this urgent crisis. “This is a crazy situation. Rising seas are a crisis entirely of humanity’s making, a crisis that will soon swell to an almost unimaginable scale, with no lifeboat to take us back to safety. But if we save the Pacific, we also save ourselves.” said Guterres. A second UN report warns that the climate crisis and rising sea levels are urgent threats to Pacific island states, with futur...
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Japan Dolphin Attack: Sexually frustrated dolphin linked to 18 attacks in Japan | – Times of India

A lone and possibly sexually frustrated dolphin has been blamed for a series of attacks on swimmers in the seaside town of Mihama, Japan, leaving authorities on high alert. According to BBC, the bottlenose dolphin is suspected to be behind 18 attacks this year with one child requiring 20 stitches after a particularly severe bite.Last year, six people were injured in similar incidents, including one swimmer who suffered broken ribs.Despite dolphins’ friendly reputation, the surge in attacks has officials warning that these mammals can be dangerous. "They can bite you with their sharp teeth and cause you to bleed, or drag you into the sea, which could be life-threatening," said local authorities.Dolphin attacks are rare but can be deadly. In 1994, a dolphin in Brazil named Tião killed one sw...
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Y Chromosomes Disappearing: Human Y chromosome on the verge of extinction – but there’s hope: Study | – Times of India

The Y chromosome, which determines the sex of human and other mammal babies, is slowly degenerating and may disappear within a few million years, raising fears of extinction. However, a 2022 study on the Sry-deficient Amami spiny rat suggests that humans might evolve a new male-determining gene, offering hope of survival despite the Y chromosome's decline.A study published in the 'Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences' has revealed how the spiny rat, a rodent species native to Japan, has developed an alternative male-determining system after losing its Y chromosome entirely. This breakthrough may provide clues about how humans might adapt inthe future. This study is trending on Google.In most mammals, including humans, females possess two X chromosomes while males have one X and ...
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Cannabis key to reversing brain ageing: Study – Times of India

A recent study has shown that giving mice long-term, low doses of cannabis can reverse brain ageing and improve cognitive abilities. Researchers from the University Hospital Bonn and the University of Bonn in Germany, alongside the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, believe this could lead to new anti-ageing treatments for human brains.The study, published in 'ACS Pharmacology & Translation Science', found that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the active ingredient in cannabis, affects the brain by restoring cognitive functions and encouraging the formation of new synapses, the connections between nerve cells.The secret lies in the manipulation of the protein switch mTOR (Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin), an important factor in regulating metabolism and cognitive performance.Professor Dr Andre...
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