The Daily Guardian - November 08, 2024

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November 08, 2024

Indian diplomats in Canada put under surveillance: MEA

India has asked for security for their diplomats for the consular camp which has not been provided by the Canadian side

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Necessary to hike 50% quota limit: Sharad Pawar

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SP) supremo Sharad Pawar on Thursday supported Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's call for a caste census, saying his party has been advocating for it for three years.

1 min

SC orders liquidation of Jet Airways

The Supreme Court on Thursday set aside the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) order which has allowed cash-strapped Jet Airways ownership transfer to Jalan-Kalrock Consortium (JKC).

2 mins

Centre doubles penalty on stubble-burning

Taking a stern step to tackle the worsening air quality crisis in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), the Central government has doubled the penalty for stubble-burning amid such incidents continuing across Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.

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SRK gets death threat, Mumbai Police rush to Raipur to nab accused

The Mumbai Police on Thursday confirmed that cine star Shah Rukh Khan has received a threat call.

1 min

BRAWL IN J&K HOUSE OVER 'RESTORE ART 370' BANNER

AIP MLA jumps into well with a banner that read 'Art 370 be restored', PDP submits a fresh resolution on restoration of Article 370, BJP says resolution on restoration of special status illegal

2 mins

SC: No transfer of RG Kar case

The Supreme Court on Thursday refused the plea seeking to transfer the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape case out of West Bengal.

1 min

SHARAD PAWAR EXUDES CONFIDENCE IN VICTORY OF NCP-SCP IN ASSEMBLY POLLS

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SCP) leader Sharad Pawar on Thursday expressed confidence in his party's victory in the upcoming assembly polls, stating that the people of Maharashtra desire change.

1 min

Congress slams BJP for subsidy cuts, import restrictions on DAP

BJP's mismanagement and anti-farmer policies responsible for fertiliser shortages nationwide

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Jharkhand polls: BJP's internal rebellion turns Hazaribagh contest triangular

Hazaribagh assembly constituency in Jharkhand is witnessing a thrilling contest as the state gears up for assembly elections, with internal revolt within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) making the contest a triangular one.

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Fake promises, narratives on Constitution won't work

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning the sincerity of Congress's manifesto promises, including the Mahalaxmi Yojana.

1 min

Loudspeakers on mosques illegal; violate High Court's order

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Kankavli assembly constituency, Nitesh Rane on Thursday supported MNS chief Raj Thackeray's statement over loudspeakers on mosques and called them illegal and a violation of the High Court's order.

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Emergency preparedness in place for Mahakumbh 2025: NDRF and SDRF teams to run campaigns along with health workers

The Yogi government is putting all effort into ensuring the success of Mahakumbh 2025, with extensive preparations to handle any emergency.

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CJI inaugurates National Judicial Museum and Archive in SC

Chief Justice DY Chandrachud inaugurated National Judicial Museum and Archive (NJMA) at the Supreme Court in New Delhi on Thursday.

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'No one will ever believe Congress' announcements for Maharashtra polls'

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kiren Rijiju on Thursday criticised the Congress, stating that no one would believe the Congress's promises for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections.

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'People Will Vote for NCP,' says party leader and actor Sayaji Shinde

Responding to the release of the election manifesto by the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), party leader and actor Sayaji Shinde on Wednesday said that the manifesto along with the guarantees has been released in a very good way and that the people will be convinced and vote for the NCP.

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Progress of Assam-Meghalaya-Arunachal Pradesh border agreement reviewed

Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan visited Assam to review the progress of the Assam-Meghalaya-Arunachal Pradesh border agreements to finalize boundaries within six months.

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WAQF ROW: JPC CHAIRMAN MEETS FARMERS IN KARNATAKA, CONGRESS LASHES OUT

Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) chairman Jagdambika Pal on Thursday morning visited Karnataka amid the ongoing Waqf row and said that farmers in north Karnataka are claiming that the Waqf board was claiming land that belonged to them.

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Immigration check post inaugurated at India-Bhutan border in Assam

The inauguration ceremony was also attended by Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar, Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita, Leader of Opposition of Bhutan Dasho Pema Chewang

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Odisha govt disburses Rs 423 crore to districts affected by Cyclone Dana

The Odisha government disbursed Rs 423 crore to various districts across the state to compensate for the losses incurred during Cyclone Dana.

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NCW flags comments by Trinamool minister against BJP's Sandeshkhali face

West Bengal Minister Firhad Hakim stoked a controversy after he made derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and referred to BJP leader Rekha Patra as \"maal\" while speaking of her Lok Sabha election loss to the Trinamool Congress in Basirhat.

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Patnaik targets Odisha govt over mango kernel deaths in Kandhamal district

BJD president Naveen Patnaik on Thursday held the Odisha government responsible for the deaths of two tribal women, who lost their lives after consuming mango kernel gruel in Kandhamal district recently.

1 min

ED raids Vendors of Amazon and Flipkart

E-commerce platforms accused of violating FDI rules influencing sale prices

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NATIONAL ANTI-TERRORISM POLICY AND STRATEGY SOON, SAYS AMIT SHAH

The government will soon bring a national counter-terrorism policy and strategy to fight terrorism, terrorists and their ecosystem, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Thursday.

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Row over Rahul's 'maharajas, nawabs' remark

\"The company subjugated India by aligning with, bribing and threatening our more compliant maharajas and nawabs.\"

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CHHATH SPARKS WAR FOR PURVANCHALI VOTES BETWEEN AAP AND BJP

AAP accused the BJP of preventing devotees from Hauz Khas village from celebrating the festival at a park where it used to be observed for many years.

1 min

MCD unveils digital initiatives to streamline property tax collection for residents

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has introduced a comprehensive suite of digital tools to make property tax collection more efficient and transparent, providing Delhi residents with easier and more accessible management of property tax matters.

1 min

3 juveniles held for fatally stabbing teenage boy

Delhi Police has apprehended three juveniles for allegedly stabbing a 16-year-old boy to death in the Mustafabad area in north-east Delhi, days after a verbal spat on the night of Diwali on October 31, police said on Thursday.

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HC jails lawyer for 4 months over contemptuous remarks

The Delhi High Court has held a lawyer guilty of criminal contempt, sentencing him to four months' imprisonment for \"scandalising and lowering the dignity\" of courts through his remarks against judges.

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15-20% rise in respiratory issues: AIIMS

Dr Madan also advised patients with respiratory problems to stay indoors and avoid exposure to outdoor activity.

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Govt to hire mist spray drones

The Delhi government is going to hire three mist spray drones to combat dust pollution in hotspot areas as well as gather real-time data on major pollutants, officials said on Thursday.

1 min

Air pollution in spike during Chhath Puja

Sixteen weather stations recorded an AQI above 400 with seven more stations seeing the air quality deteriorate to a \"severe\" level by evening.

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AAP MLA Jai Bhagwan Upkar booked for assaulting MCD officials

The Delhi Police on Wednesday registered an FIR against Aam Aadmi Party MLA Jai Bhagwan Upkar for allegedly assaulting an official of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) during an inspection at a meat house in Shahbad Dairy.

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SC ON FELLING OF TREES: WHAT IS BEING DONE TO RESTORE DELHI RIDGE?

The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the DDA about the measures undertaken to restore the Delhi Ridge area, where several hundred trees were allegedly felled illegally, and sought the extent of plantation done by the authorities.

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Congress to start 'Delhi Nyay Yatra' today

The Congress' month-long 'Delhi Nyay Yatra' will kick off from Rajghat on Friday as it plans to put pressure on the AAP government on various issues to regain its lost ground in the city ahead of the assembly polls due early next year.

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AAP's Khan may hamper probe if granted bail: ED

AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan may hamper the investigation in the money laundering case and flee from justice if granted bail, the Enforcement Directorate told a Delhi court on Thursday.

1 min

Three arrested in Sarai Kale Khan gang rape case

Delhi Police arrested three accused, including an auto driver in connection with the Sara Kale Khan gang rape case, Delhi police said on Thursday.

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EEPC India targets $300 bn engineering exports by 2030

Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, commended EEPC India's target to reach $300 billion in engineering exports by 2030, calling it a bold testament to the \"courage and conviction of new India.\"

1 min

India's power demand to grow 7% annually

In FY25 alone, electricity consumption is expected to increase by 7.2 per cent year-on-year, reflecting consistent growth from the previous year's 7.1 per cent.

1 min

C-DOT, CEERI partner for 6G-ready antenna development

In a move towards strengthening India's telecom infrastructure and advancing the \"Bharat 6G Vision,\" the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has signed an agreement with the CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CEERI), Pilani.

1 min

Google Cloud unveils new initiatives to empower AI startups

Google Cloud is committed to empowering artificial intelligence (AI) startups in India to drive innovation and growth, the tech giant said on Thursday, as it unveiled several new initiatives at an event here.

1 min

Ministry partners With Cygnus to boost healthcare jobs

Ministry of Labour and Employment and Cygnus Medicare Pvt Ltd signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi on Thursday, marking a significant step toward enhancing employment accessibility in the healthcare sector.

1 min

Win for Musk as Scindia says no to spectrum auction pitch from Ambani and Mittal

In a boost to Elon Musk's Starlink, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has said the spectrum for satellite broadband will be allocated and not auctioned as sought by Indian billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Sunil Mittal.

1 min

RUPEE HITS RECORD LOW OF 84.37

The domestic currency opened at 84.26 against the greenback, fluctuated between 84.26 and 84.38 before settling at 84.37

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HAL negotiates GE engine delays for Tejas LCA

DK Sunil, Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), said on Thursday that the PSU is in talks with American engine maker General Electric on the delay in the delivery of engines for Tejas light combat aircraft (LCA).

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NECESSITY OF SECULAR SPIRITUALITY IN A FRAGMENTED WORLD

In Hinduism, the Upanishads express the interconnectedness of all beings through the concept of Brahman, an ultimate reality that pervades all existence.

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IMPLICATIONS OF TRUMP'S TRIUMPH FOR DHAKA

We have watched the second victory of Donald Trump as president of the United States. His approach of \"America First\" has given him a victory in the election that \"I shall return.\"

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From a city of nawabs to a modern metropolis

The politically dramatic entry of N. Chandrababu Naidu as chief minister in 1995 proved to be equally dramatic for the fledgling technology sector in Hyderabad, making the then united Andhra capital 'beat Bangalore in information technology'.

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Supreme Court Explains: When Can A Judgement Be Held Per Incurium?

The Supreme Court in the case M/S Bajaj Alliance General Insurance Co Ltd. versus Rambha Devi And Ors delivered the judgment wherein explaining when a judgment can be held as per incurium.

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Supreme Court Explains: When Can A Judgement Be Held Per Incurium?

The Supreme Court in the case National Federation of Indian Women v. Union of India & Ors was hearing the Public Interest Litigation, PIL filed by National Federation of Indian Women, NFIW raising alarm over the alleged increase in cases of lynching and mob violence, particularly by 'cow vigilantes'.

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KARNATAKA HIGH COURT: WIFE CANNOT BE MADE CO-ACCUSED MERELY FOR STAYING WITH HUSBAND WHO INVOLVED IN CRIME, STRONGER EVIDENCE NEEDED UNDER SECTION 319 CRPC

The Karnataka High Court in the case observed and has stated that an application filed under section 319 of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, CrPC which provides to bring in another person accused in the case cannot be exercised at a pre-trial stage.

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Supreme Court: Eligibility Criteria Cannot Be Changed After Commencement Of Recruitment Process Unless Rules Permit So

The Supreme Court Constitution bench in the case Tej Prakash Pathak And Ors. v. Rajasthan High Court And Ors and connected matters observed and has held that the 'rules of the game' cannot be changed midway after the selection process for posts has begun unless the relevant rules expressly permit so.

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Supreme Court Ordered Liquidation Of Jet Airways On Failure Of Resolution Plan

The Supreme Court in the case State Bank Of India And Ors Versus The Consortium Of Mr. Murari Lal Jalan And Mr. Florian Fritsch And Anr observed and has invoked its extraordinary powers as stated under Article 142 of the Constitution of India to order the liquidation of Jet Airways in view of the 'peculiar and alarming' circumstance that the resolution plan has not been implemented for five years.

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Punjab And Haryana High Court Warns Of Rs50K Cost On Officer If Direction To Initiate Punjab Municipal Polls Is Not Compiled In 10 Days

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Beant Kumar Alias Beant Kinger Versus Raj Kamal Chaudhuri And Others observed and has imposed the cost for an amount of Rs.50,000 if direction to initiate the process of holding elections by notifying election programmes in all the Municipalities and Municipal Corporations in Punjab is not complied.

1 min

IDF distances itself from 'no return' remarks about north Gaza evacuees

The IDF did not immediately respond to the Guardian's request for comment on Cohen's remarks.

2 mins

Pakistan to see yet another rise in electricity tariff

Pakistan's National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has been advised to increase electricity power tariffs across the country, ARY News reported.

1 min

Lahore continues to rattle, tops in global pollution rankings

Lahore's atmosphere has remained dangerous for its residents for weeks following its position as being one of the cities with the world's highest AQI.

1 min

XI JINPING CALLS TRUMP FOR 'PROPERLY MANAGING DIFFERENCES'

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China in a statement said, \"On November 7, 2024, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Donald J. Trump on his election as the next President of the United States.\"

1 min

Middle East large airstrikes hit Beirut suburbs

Several large airstrikes hit Beirut's southern suburbs early Thursday, including one on a site adjacent to Lebanon's only international airport.

1 min

Pak's minister assures China's envoy of safety of Chinese citizens

Naqvi's visit to the Chinese mission to meet Ambassador Jiang Zaidong comes two days after a local security guard opened fire at two Chinese nationals on Tuesday following a quarrel in the port city of Karachi.

1 min

Kazakhstan introduces Neo Nomad visa for 'modern nomads'

According to a statement from the Embassy of Kazakhstan, the new visa policy draws on the international experience of more than 50 countries that have successfully implemented similar programmes after the pandemic.

1 min

My heart is full today': US VP Harris after conceding defeat

US Vice President Kamala Harris while addressing supporters at Howard University appeared emotional at her loss, but expressed hope for the betterment of the country.

1 min

Indian-Americans in US celebrate Chhath Puja

Keeping their family tradition of generations alive, hundreds of Indian-American community members along with their friends and families gathered in the US state of Virginia to worship the Sun God as part of the Hindu festival of Chhath Puja.

1 min

UK PM Starmer covers defence, security in first call with Trump

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer touched upon a range of topics, including defence and regional security, during his congratulatory phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump after a \"historic\" election victory.

1 min

Australia to redetain, remove non-citizens to third countries

The Albanese government has introduced a bill to facilitate removal of non-citizens from Australia, including paying third countries to accept people released from immigration detention, triggering cancellation of their bridging visas and possible re-detention.

1 min

2 Swedish teens face terror charges for explosions near Israeli Embassy

These charges come before formal charges and allow authorities to detain suspects during an investigation. The teens, aged 17 and 19, were arrested in early October after two hand grenades were thrown at the embassy.

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EUROPEAN LEADERS SEEK UNITY IN WAKE OF TRUMP VICTORY

European leaders have sought to project unity, calling on Donald Trump to maintain US support for Ukraine and avoid a damaging trade war when he returns to the White House for a second term likely to prove a major challenge for the continent.

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Priti Patel leads tributes to Sardar Patel in UK

Britain's newly-appointed shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel led tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and referenced the \"remarkable footsteps\" of India's first home minister that she followed in when she was appointed the UK's first home secretary of Indian heritage back in 2019.

1 min

Germany's coalition collapses dramatically

After Germany's government coalition collapsed in a dramatic fashion when Chancellor Olaf Scholz fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner of the pro-business Free Democrats, Scholz said he would lead the country with a minority government, despite calls from opposition leaders on Thursday for early elections.

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JIMMY, TAMANNAAH'S 'SIKANDAR KA MUQADDAR' TO BE RELEASED ON NOV 29

The release date of Jimmy Shergill and Tamannaah Bhatia starrer, 'Sikandar Ka Muqaddar', has been announced.

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'STRANGER THINGS' SEASON 5: MAKERS DROP BTS

Fans of 'Stranger Things' were thrilled when makers dropped a sneak peek of the upcoming Season 5.

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SHRUTI SHARES SPECIAL BIRTHDAY WISH FOR FATHER

It's legendary actor Kamal Haasan's birthday today. On the special day, his daughter Shruti Haasan wrote a heartwarming message for him.

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SUNIEL SHETTY INJURED ON SETS OF 'HUNTER', SAYS 'I AM ABSOLUTELY FINE'

Actor Suniel Shetty recently got injured while shooting for the web series 'Hunter' in Mumbai.

1 min

EKTAA KAPOOR ON HOW 'THE SABARMATI REPORT' COVERS ALL ASPECTS OF GODHRA INCIDENT

Filmmaker Ektaa Kapoor talked about the upcoming project, 'The Sabarmati Report', and why she decided to bring the story to the people.

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ROBERT PATTINSON-STARRER 'MICKEY 17' GETS NEW RELEASE DATE

Oscar-winning Parasite director Bong Joon Ho's 'Mickey 17' is now all set to hit the theatres in April 2025, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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Karan Johar unveils 'Chand Mera Dil' first-look posters

Young stars Ananya Panday and Lakshya will be seen sharing screen space in a new romantic drama titled 'Chand Mera Dil', which will be made under Karan Johar's Dharma Productions.

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APARSHAKTI KHURANA SHARES ADORABLE PICTURES WITH HIS DAUGHTER ARZOIE

Actor-singer Aparshakti Khurana on Thursday treated fans to adorable pictures of his daughter Arzoie.

1 min

THE IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP: HOW QUALITY REST PLAYS A ROLE IN ACHIEVING NATURAL BEAUTY

Sleep is often an underestimated part of our beauty regimen, yet its impact on natural beauty is profound.

2 mins

What to wear on beach vacation

For a beach vacation, you can create a captivating ensemble that reflects both style and comfort.

1 min

Choosing the perfect fabric for your wedding lehenga

Weddings are all about celebrating love and creating unforgettable moments. The choice of your wedding lehenga plays a significant role in ensuring you feel both stunning and comfortable during these precious events.

2 mins

BEYOND BETRAYAL: REETWIKA BANERJEE EXPLORES THE UNTOLD STORY OF SIRAJ-UD-DAULAH

Reetwika Banerjee is an awardwinning author, filmmaker, and cybersecurity expert from Kolkata, India.

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AM Bl KA ANA NTH IS A POET EVEN IN ROSE

Yes, one eanjind in her writings, em ever growing sense of wonder about the world around- she sees it as a peace loving soul onee and as a questi oningspiri t once.

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Centennial retrospective exhibition celebrates 100 years of four modern Indian masters

What's common about Francis Newton Souza, KG Subramanyan, Ram Kumar, and V.S. Gaitonde, apart from their long-standing reputation as four of India's greatest modern artists? The answer: They were all born in 1924.

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King, Carty tons in 3rd ODI guide WI to match, series win over England

Brandon King and Keacy Carty scored centuries in a 209-run partnership which steered the West Indies to an eight-wicket win over England in the third one-day international Wednesday and a 2-1 win in the series.

1 min

Neser, Webster help Australia A dominate over India A in 2nd unofficial Test

Michael Neser and Beau Webster helped Australia A dominate over India A as Day 1 ended on Thursday in the ongoing second unofficial Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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Wrestling: 'Mizoram Mega Matches' to be held in December in Aizawl

Pro Panja League, in the presence of the Sports Minister of Mizoram, Lalnghinglova Hmar, has announced a mega event featuring a wide range of Armwrestlers from across India in the hill city of Aizawl during the second half of December 2024.

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SHREYAS IYER SMASHES DOUBLE CENTURY AGAINST ODISHA

This is Iyer's third double-century in first-class cricket, following his double ton against Punjab in 2015 and a score of 202 against Australia A in 2017

1 min

Formula 1 drivers ask FIA to treat them like adults

Formula 1 drivers have urged the sport's governing body to treat them like adults after Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc were punished for swearing.

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Kiran George enters Korea Masters quarter-finals

India's Kiran George dished out yet another gritty performance to upset third seed Chi Yu Jen of Chinese Taipei in a tough three-game match and progress to the men's singles quarterfinals of the Korea Masters badminton tournament here on Thursday.

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Sindhu's academy to come up in Visakhapatnam

Two-time Olympic medalist shuttler PV Sindhu's dream project, the PV Sindhu Centre for Badminton and Sports Excellence, will be set up in the port city here.

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