Day: June 14, 2025

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Domestic season to kick off on August 28; Duleep Trophy back to zonal format

The 2025-26 domestic cricket season will kick off with the Duleep Trophy, starting August 28, and end with the Senior Women’s Inter-Zonal Multi-Day Trophy on April 3. The schedule for the upcoming season was announced via a press release after the BCCI’s 28th Apex Council meeting on Saturday.The Ranji Trophy is slated to be held from October 15 to February 28. Like last season, the league stage of India’s premier First Class competition will be held in two phases. The first phase will be held from October 15 to November 19 while the second phase will involve two rounds from January 22 to February 1. The knockouts will begin on February 6. The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Vijay Hazare Trophy - the T20 and 50-over competitions respectively - will be played during the Ranji break.Among th...

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With Arjun Erigaisi as their star player and a strong Indian presence, Team MGD1 wins FIDE World Rapid Team Championship 2025

Team MGD1, with Indian Grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi as their star player and N Srinath as the non-playing captain, won the FIDE World Rapid Team Championship 2025 in London on Saturday. A Pune-based chess management firm, Team MGD1 became the first Indian team to achieve this feat in the tournament’s brief three-year history. Team MGD1 also featured the most Indian players in their squad. Alongside Erigaisi and Srinath, the team included Harikrishna Pentala, Pranav V, Leon Luke Mendonca, Atharvaa Tayade, and Hariharan Raghavan. Spanish GM David Anton Guijarro and Greek IM Stavroula Tsolakidou completed the roster as overseas players. In the 12-round Swiss-format tournament with a time control of 15 minutes plus a 10-second increment from move one, Team MGD1 won 10 of 12 rounds, with one los...

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Dale Steyn predicts England will beat India 3-2 in Test series

After watching South Africa win the World Test Championship against Australia, former Proteas pacer Dale Steyn had a bold prediction to offer for the Indian cricket team’s five-Test tour of England. He said that all five Tests would yield results rather than ending in draws with India losing out by a bare minimum — a 2-3 final scoreline. When asked for his prediction for the India vs England series, Steyn told JioHotstar, “All games will be close. But all will have a result. I think it will be 3-2 in favour of England. There will be a result in every Test match. There will be no run away win for any team, all five games will be very close.” England, under coach Brendon McCullum at home, have a record that certainly backs that prediction: in the 20 matches England have played under McCull...

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BCCI Apex Council Meeting: Committee to make guidelines in 15 days to prevent incident like RCB stampede

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), at its 28th Apex Council Meeting convened on Saturday, decided to constitute a committee to formulate comprehensive guidelines aimed at preventing incidents in the future such as the stampede after Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the Indian Premier League title. After RCB’s IPL win, the franchise hosted a victory parade which had resulted in a stampede that led to the deaths of 11 fans and many more injuries. The BCCI named a three-member committee which includes Devajit Saikia (as Chairperson), Prabhtej Singh Bhatia and Rajeev Shukla to “formulate comprehensive guidelines” for the future. BCCI’s three-member committee will formulate the guidelines within 15 days, the statement added. In a statement released by BCCI, it said that the “Ape...

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Aimed at sensitising teachers about child safety, SCERT relaunches POCSO training for all Delhi schools

The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) has relaunched its online training programme on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, making it available to every teacher in government and private schools across Delhi. Hosted on the Centre’s DIKSHA-LEAD (Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing) portal, the “Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment), Act, 2019” course has been made open for enrolment and completion till June 30. “This training is an important initiative aimed at sensitising all educators and stakeholders about child safety and legal responsibilities under the POCSO Act,” stated an SCERT circular issued this week. Story continues below this ad The course is designed to cover every critical aspect of t...

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Five foreign universities awarded LOIs to set up campuses in Maharashtra’s Educity

As five foreign universities were awarded Letters of Intent (LOIs) on Saturday to set up their campuses in Maharashtra’s Educity — a 250-acre facility to come up near Navi Mumbai International Airport, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that world-class global education will now become available to Indian students in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).The CM was speaking at the ‘Mumbai Rising: Creating an International Education City’ event at Hotel Taj. The LOIs were awarded to the five foreign universities in the presence of Union Education Minister Dharmedra Pradhan and officials from the University Grants Commission (UGC), which has drawn up regulatory policy for Foreign Higher Educational Institutions wanting to set up campuses in India. Pradhan said nine foreign universitie...

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DRI arrests Air India crew member for smuggling gold from US to India, mastermind too nabbed

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has arrested an Air India crew member for allegedly working for a gold smuggling racket and smuggling gold from the United States to India. The DRI also arrested the mastermind of the racket and seized smuggled gold worth Rs 1.41 crore. Acting on specific information, DRI officials on Friday intercepted Girish Pimpale, 42, who had arrived from New York on flight AI-116, near the exit gate after he crossed the customs green channel at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. On his examination, the DRI officials seized two pieces of paper on which handwritten calculations regarding the purchase of gold were found. This bolstered DRI’s suspicion of Pimpale’s involvement. Hence, he was subsequently placed under interrogatio...

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‘Unable to find a direct flight, London-based family opted for Air India flight from Ahmedabad’

It was meant to be a fun-filled homecoming for Eid. Instead, it ended in heartbreak for the Syed family. Javed Ali Syed, a UK-based hotel manager originally from Malad in Mumbai, had flown down with his wife Mariam and their two young children, four-year-old Zayn and six-year-old Amani, at the beginning of the month to celebrate Eid al-Adha with family and to be by his ailing mother’s side. With no direct flight tickets available from Mumbai for their return journey to London, the family opted for a flight from Ahmedabad. That detour, however, proved fatal. Air India flight AI 171 they had boarded crashed shortly after takeoff two days ago, killing Javed, Mariam, and their two children, two of the youngest victims of the tragedy. Javed, a former resident of Malad, had moved to the UK a dec...

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Day after Mahim fire, fire brigade asks BMC to inspect the total number of illegal eateries in their area

A day after a blaze broke out at Old Cadell Road near Mahim Dargah–claiming one life and injuring seven others–the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) has instructed the local civic ward office to carry out an inspection of eateries and cloud kitchen in the area that are operating without valid permission from the authorities. On Friday evening, a fire broke out in an eatery located at the Old Cadell Road. The eatery also served as a cloud kitchen and the deceased was an employee in the kitchen who succumbed to burn injuries. Out of the seven other injured persons, one of them is in critical condition and is undergoing treatment at the Sion hospital. According to the MFB authorities, the blaze was triggered after the compressor of an air conditioner exploded that led to the blast of LPG cylinders th...

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‘Best innings any South African batter has ever played in Test match cricket’: Kevin Pietersen lauds Aiden Markram’s knock in WTC final

Aiden Markram’s match-winning century against Australia in the World Test Championship match was hailed as one of the best innings by a South African batter in Tests by former England player Kevin Pietersen. Markram slammed 136 runs off 207 balls in the 4th innings and stitched a rock-solid partnership with captain Temba Bavuma helping the Proteas to a 5-wicket win over Australia on Saturday. “Probably the best innings any South African batter has ever played in Test match cricket. It might not go down as the most attacking or entertaining if you look back at South Africa’s Test history — but when you factor in the expectation, the stage, and the pressure after failing in the first innings, it was extraordinary,” Pietersen said on JioHotstar. “Whether you’re a batter or a bowler, when your...

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WTC final 2025 | This time for South Africa!

Remarkable achievement: This triumph was a tribute to what Bavuma and his lead stars, like centurion Markram, achieved.  | Photo Credit: AP It was a March night at Mirpur on the outskirts of Dhaka. Graeme Smith faced the media with moist eyes. The first question, more a statement, was brutal: “They used to call you chokers earlier, now they are calling you jokers.”The South African skipper had just lost the 2011 World Cup quarterfinal against New Zealand by 49 runs while chasing a target of 222, and it fitted into the template of a team notorious for faltering in the climax. Still, that question was a knife being twisted in. Smith, with enormous restraint, spoke about why his men’s campaign ground to a halt.&#...

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Weekly Cosmic Message from June 15 to June 21, 2025 for Each Zodiac Sign

From June 15th to June 21st, 2025, the stars have a special message for everyone, whether we are looking for clarity in our personal development, professional pursuits, or romantic relationships. With this weekly cosmic guidance, let's discover what the cosmos has in store..!! Source link

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14Jun By source belowNo Comments

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NEET UG 2025: ‘There were days I felt I would burst’: How teen battled pressure to crack exam, secured AIR 5

“I’ve always wanted to be a doctor since I was a child. Growing up, I watched my parents at work… I saw people coming in with one expression and going back home happy — and I wanted to be part of this community,” said Avika Agarwal.On Saturday, the 17-year-old secured the All India Rank 5 in NEET 2025, placing her among the top scorers out of nearly 2 million aspirants. Her success, she said, came from structure, belief, and relentless everyday effort. Avika comes from a family of doctors. “I have a younger brother who is in Grade 5,” she added. Story continues below this ad A resident of Faridabad, she studied in Delhi. Until Class X, Avika was in Graham Columbus International School. She then moved to Savitri Public School in Sangam Vihar. Having watched her parents bala...

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TS Inter 1st, 2nd year supply result date, time confirmed, check details here

Jun 15, 2025 08:16 AM IST As per the press release TS Inter supply results for general and vocational streams will be announced at 12 pm on June 16. The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE, previously TSBIE) has confirmed the date and time for TS Inter 1st and 2nd year Intermediate Public Advanced Supplementary Examination (IPEASE) results 2025 date and time. As per the press release TS Inter supply results for general and vocational courses will be announced at 12 pm on June 16. TS Inter supply result 2025 live updates TS Inter 1st, 2nd year supply result date, time confirmed(Hindustan Times) After the declaration, marks will be available on the following websites: 1) tgbie.cag.gov.in 2) results.cgg.gov.in Also read: Barnala boy secures All India Rank 7 i...

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14Jun By source belowNo Comments

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State forms committee to look into demand for farm loan waiver 

With local body polls set to be held within three to four months, the Maharashtra government has announced setting up of a committee to look into the demands of farm loan waiver. The move comes after former independent MLA Bachchu Kadu threatened to intensify his ongoing fast from June 16 by deciding to drop water intake. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Saturday wrote to Kadu informing him the same. “A high-level committee will be set up on the issue of farm loan waiver within 15 days. A decision on the farm loan waiver will be taken based on the report. And a decision on staying the loan recovery from a defaulter and providing new loan will be taken by holding a special meeting,” said the letter, which was submitted to Kadu by Industries Minister Uday Samant. Kadu has been on...

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Four nabbed for looting cosmetics shop owner at knifepoint in Outer Delhi

Police arrested three men and apprehended a minor on Saturday for allegedly looting a local cosmetics shop in Outer Delhi’s Mangolpuri and threatening the shop owners. A purported video clip of CCTV footage, which went viral on social media, showed four masked persons threatening the shopkeepers sitting inside the shop with a knife and then rushing in to loot the cash at the till. Police reported receiving a PCR call reporting a robbery at a cosmetics shop in M-Block in Mangolpuri. Story continues below this ad According to the complainant, the four unidentified individuals entered the shop and robbed him at knifepoint, making off with cash estimated to be between Rs 8,000 and Rs 10,000. Based on the complaint, an FIR was registered under sections 309(4) (robbery), 311 (ro...

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‘It was one of those special days’: Aiden Markram reacts after guiding South Africa to WTC title

South Africa opener Aiden Markram played a key role in South Africa’s World Test Championship final victory over Australia with a gritty century. Asked after the match, if he had scored more important runs for his team, the batter said ‘not at all’. “Weird how things work out if you see the first innings. Ultimately you get luck and it worked out. Lord’s is a place where every Test cricketer wants to play. Plenty of South African fans were there and it was one of those special days. It’s not always one-sided, you absorb the pressure and it was about maximising the scoring options,” Markram, who was adjudged Player of the Match, said. The player also lauded captain Temba Bavuma who stayed with him in the middle on Day 3 despite having a hamstring issue. The partnership the two veterans shar...

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14Jun By source belowNo Comments

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Mahim cloud kitchen blast: AC repairing firm’s owner arrested for culpable homicide

The Mumbai police Saturday arrested the owner of an air-conditioner repairing firm after an AC mechanic died in Mahim and at least six others sustained injuries after a fire broke out at a cloud kitchen on Friday while its AC unit was being repaired.The deceased was identified as Noor Alam Sheikh, 38. Three other workers, Praveen Kumar Pujari, 28; Mukesh Gupta, 25; and Shiv Mohan Pal, 26, sustained burn injuries. Three workers of the cloud kitchen also had minor injuries. Early on Saturday, Mahim police arrested Ashok Naik, the owner of Crystal Aircon, on charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Story continues below this ad The fire broke out at around 6.40 pm on Friday at the cloud kitchen of Rebel Foods Private Limited on Dargah Road, which is a popular pat...

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‘Agar aapke muscles strong nahi hain…’: Bhagyashree reiterates the importance of spinal stability and good posture as one ages

The latest installment of Bhagyashree’s ‘Tuesday Tips’ on Instagram delves into spinal stability, which is crucial in strengthening back muscles and improving posture. As part of the same, the actor shared three exercises she regularly does in her home gym to stay fit and healthy.“Agar aapke muscles strong nahi hain, bone density ko barkarar rakhna mushkil hota hai (If your muscles aren’t strong, it becomes difficult to maintain bone density),” she said in the video, adding that it is imperative to exercise along with increasing one’s calcium intake to prevent osteoporosis. “As you age, the fear of falling down and breaking your bones increases with decreasing bone density. The way to keep osteoporosis at bay is to keep working those muscles, helping to lubricate joints by increasing calci...

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What happens to the body if you eat more than 15 grams of fat at dinner?

A healthy diet includes a balanced rotation of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fats. Yes, this applies even when you are watching your weight. But this fat is not to be confused with ultraprocessed and junk food. Fats are an integral food group required for maintaining the health of our brain and brawn. Today, we tell you how important it is to include healthy fats in our diet, and what happens to the body when you go overboard during dinner? Deepalakshmi, registered dietitian at The Cleft & Craniofacial Centre, Sree Balaji Medical College & Hospital, shared that fat is a macronutrient that helps to provide energy. It also supports brain development and hormone production, plays an important role in cellular function, and protects organs. “The ideal amount of fat t...

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WTC final: South Africa ends 27-year drought of major ICC title

South Africa’s captain Temba Bavuma holds the winner’s trophy and celebrates with teammates on the podium after their win in the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s cricket ground in London, Saturday, June 14, 2025 | Photo Credit: AP South Africa won the World Test Championship against titleholder Australia by five wickets after knocking off the last 69 runs required on the fourth morning of the final on Saturday (June 14, 2025).The Proteas achieved their first major cricket title in 27 years, sparking celebrations at Lord’s.After electing to field first, South African bowlers led by Kagiso Rabada (5 for 51) and Marco Jansen (3 for 49) dismissed the defending champions Australia for 212. S...

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6 Powerful Ways To Enhance Your Mental Strength

Building resilience, maintaining focus and controlling your emotions in a healthy, balanced manner are all components of mental strength. Gaining mental toughness can change your life, whether you're attempting to achieve your goals, deal with life's challenges, or keep your inner peace. You can live a confident, focused, and peaceful life by developing your discipline, learning emotional control, and engaging in mindfulness practices. Here are the following six remedies that can improve mental resilience: Source link

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NEET-UG 2025: AIR 4 Mrinal Jha’s journey of quiet consistency, discipline

Every morning for the past two years, Mrinal Kishore Jha followed the same routine: wake up in his PG room in Lajpat Nagar, head to his coaching classes, rest briefly, and then make the long commute to school in Rohini. “All I did was wake up and go to my coaching, then come back, rest for some time, go to school and then follow through with my coaching,” he said. “In my free time, I enjoyed watching movies.” That routine — quietly disciplined, rarely interrupted, culminated in his dreams coming true. On Saturday, Mrinal, 17, secured All India Rank (AIR) 4 in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2025, placing him among the top five among nearly 2 million aspirants scoring 99.9998189 percentile. Originally from Bihar’s Bettiah in West Champaran district, Mrinal is the elder ...

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14Jun By source belowNo Comments

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Kolkata’s Asutosh College to introduce 25 skill-oriented certificate courses. Curated courses on Beekeeping, Ecotourism, and Vastu Shastra on offer

The Kolkata-based Asutosh College has introduced 25 skill-oriented certificate courses from this academic year. According to college sources, these certificate courses will be conducted by different departments, and each course will be of 50 hours duration and spread over 12 weeks. Students of Asutosh College and those from other parts of West Bengal can enrol for the courses. Speaking to The Indian Express, Dr Manas Kabi, Principal, Asutosh College, said, “We hope that if students study these certificate courses in addition to studying regular courses, it will enrich their future lives.” Story continues below this ad He shared that the Zoology department will conduct the ‘Beekeeping and Management’ course. The course will explore traditional and modern methods that suppor...

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14Jun By source belowNo Comments

Politics

‘Staggering moral cowardice’—Congress slams Modi govt’s abstention from UNGA ceasefire resolution on Gaza

New Delhi: The Congress Saturday termed India’s abstention from a United Nations General Assembly resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza an act of “staggering moral cowardice”, and asked if the BJP-led government at the Centre had abandoned late former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s “principled stand” on Palestine. The Congress top brass, including party president Mallikarjun Kharge, general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and general secretary (organisation) K.C. Venugopal, launched a coordinated attack on the government, stating that the decision to abstain reflected a “foreign policy in shambles”. Vadra went a step further, stating that Israel’s attack on Iran Friday was a violation of its sovereignty and a complete contravention of all international norms. Sho...

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14Jun By source belowNo Comments

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The optimism recession: Why American workforce is worried now more than ever despite stable jobs – Times of India

The American workforce is navigating a storm of uncertainty, and the latest data from Glassdoor confirms just how unsettled the climate has become. According to the Glassdoor Employee Confidence Index – May 2025, just 44.1% of employees reported a positive outlook on their company’s business prospects for the next six months—the lowest figure recorded since the index began in 2016.This continued decline from April’s 45.8% marks not just a monthly fluctuation but a deepening crisis in employee sentiment. Confidence among workers has now dipped below the previous low of 44.4% recorded in February 2025, reflecting mounting anxiety despite broader economic indicators suggesting stability.Subdued sentiment amid a stable economyEven with the U.S. unemployment rate holding steady at around 4.2%, ...

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