The Daily Guardian - November 21, 2024

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November 21, 2024

Over 50% turnout in bypolls

A voter turnout of over 50 per cent was recorded in the bypolls to 15 assembly seats spread across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala and Uttarakhand on Wednesday amid stray incidents of violence and complaints of irregularities against police officials and misuse of government machinery.

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Stocks to spirituality: Masettfs journey wins PM's applause

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Jonas Masetti, who is based in Brazil and popularises Vedanta and Gita among the people, and also witnessed a performance based on the Rama-yan during his visit here.

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India will be home to 15% global children population by 2050

India, projected to house 350 million children by 2050, must navigate critical challenges like extreme climate and environmental hazards to ensure their well-being and rights, according to a new UNICEF report.

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Rajnath holds talks with Chinese counterpart in Laos

Almost a month after disengagement agreements and the subsequent bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday held a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

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Exit polls predict NDA win in Maha and J'khand

Several exit polls on Wednesday gave a clear edge to the BJP-led alliances in Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly polls while some put the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition ahead in the western state.

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G20 endorses declaration on DPI, AI, data for governance

It underscores tech potential to bridge inequalities and accelerate progress towards SDGs

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MAHA RECORDS 65% POLLING, 52% TURNOUT IN MUMBAI CITY

73.68% turnout in Naxal-hit Gadchiroli

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Final phase polling in J'khand peaceful, turnout 68.45%

Polling 38 assembly constituencies in Jharkhand recorded a voter turnout 68.45 % as per updates till 11:30 pm, surpassing the polling percentage registered in 2019.

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'We'll return with thumping majority,: BJP leader Nitesh Rane

BJP candidate from the Kankavli assembly constituency in Maharashtra, Nitesh Rane on Wednesday expressed confidence in the victory of the BJP-led alliance in the assembly elections, saying that they will return with a thumping majority in the state.

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58.22 pc voter turnout; Gadchiroli records highest at 69.63 pc

Polling for 288-seat Maharashtra assembly elections concluded on Wednesday, with an approximate voter turnout of 58.22 per cent recorded till 5.00 pm.

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Altercation reported between Shiv Sena, independent candidate in Nandgaon

According to the Special IGP Nashik, Dattatray Karale, the alteration took place near a college located on the Manmad-Nandgaon road in the Nandgaon Assembly constituency.

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BJP-MAHAYUTI WILL BENEFIT FROM INCREASED VOTING PERCENTAGE, SAYS FADNAVIS

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from Nagpur South-West, Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday asserted that the BJP always gains an advantage whenever there is an increase in voter turnout.

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Congress leader alleges poll code violation by CM Shinde, seeks FIR

Congress candidate Arif Naseem Khan on Wednesday complained to election officials seeking registration of an FIR against Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde for allegedly violating the poll code by leading a roadshow in Chandivali assembly seat on the polling day.

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ED arrests one person fleeing to Dubai in 'cash for vote' case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested one person in the alleged cash-for-vote case, officials said on Wednesday.

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Haryana Congress chief alleges EVM manipulation in Haryana assembly polls

Even as the election commission has termed Congress' allegations of irregularities in the EVMs as baseless on several occasions, Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) President Udai Bhan once again alleged that EVM machines were manipulated by the ruling BJP in at least 14 assembly constituencies.

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MVA will form govt in Maharashtra: Sachin Pilot

After a sluggish start, ooter turnout in Maharashtra started to pick up, reaching 45.53 percent hy 3.00 pm in the single-phase assembly elections on Wednesday.

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People have chosen development, says JMM's Kalpana, exudes confidence

Confident about my victory as I have worked very hard for the people of Gandey...In the next 5 years, I would like to continue the work... People in the state are going to vote for Hemant Soren and our Mahagathbandhan (alliance). -JMM candidate Kalpana Soren

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BJP will form government in Jharkhand: State LoP Bauri

The atmosphere that has formed here is amazing. I think rivals are dejected and have accepted their defeat even before elections,\" he further said.

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'Welfare, development key pillars of NDA in Andhra'

The CM said his administration is focused on reforming departments and assared citizens that the trast placed in him will not be in vain.

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Shivraj urges voters to support NDA, says JMM-led alliance cheated people

I urge everyone to ootefora prosperous, developed, safe anol iniltratorsfree tharkhanol'

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JMM MP votes early at 7 am, says want to continue tradition

Ahead of the second voting session of the Jharkhand assembly election that commenced at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, people queued up outside a polling booth in Dumka to cast their votes.

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DMK passes six resolutions, slams Centre over Manipur

The DMK on Wednesday passed six resolutions during a high-level committee meeting, condemning the BJP-led Central Government over multiple issues including violence in Manipur, 'Hindi imposition,' youth unemployment, the Waqf Amendment Bill, and the idea of 'One Nation, One Election'.

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PEOPLE HAVE VOTED FOR VIKSIT JHARKHAND: BJP'S BABULAL MARANDI THANKS VOTERS

Thanks ECI and police officials for ensuring peaceful conduct of elections

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Digital arrest: Two held for defrauding elderly of Rs 40.7 lakh in Indore

Two persons have been arrested for allegedly defrauding a 71-year-old man of Rs 40.7 lakh in a case involving a fake \"digital arrest\" in Madhya Pradesh's Indore, police said on Wednesday.

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Congress says 'stop blame game', demands action plan from govt

The Delhi Congress has strongly criticized Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for the worsening condition of the national capital, particularly with air pollution reaching the \"severe plus\" category.

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Atishi slams Centre, says Delhi has become crime capital

Alleging \"deteriorating\" law and order situation in the national capital, Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday slammed Union Home Minister Amit Shah and said Delhi has become the \"gangster capital\".

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AQI improved slightly: Gopal Rai

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on Wednesday that the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) has shown slight improvement over the past two days, and reassured that the government is taking active steps to further reduce pollution levels in the national capital.

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295 CMOs in govt hospital promoted by LG

The case of the Medical Superintendent of Maharishi Valmiki Hospital, who was charged by a female doctor of sexual harassment has been deferred and has not been promoted.

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75% Delhi-NCR families report at least one member with pollution-related ailment

A recent survey has revealed that a staggering 75 per cent of families in the Delhi NCR region, which is grappling with deteriorating air quality, have at least one member suffering from sore throat or cough.

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Curbs hit daily wagers hardest, many stare at starvation

\"If we sit at home, what will we eat? What will we feed our children?\" - Suman

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NOT MUCH RESPITE FROM TOXIC AIR, AOI 'SEVERE': WFH FOR GOVT STAFF

Essential services like hospitals, fire services, prisons, public transport, electricity, water sanitation and related Municipal services are exempted from this order.

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Kejriwal seeks quashing of ED excise case proceedings

Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday approached the Delhi High Court, challenging the trial court's decision to take cognizance of the Enforcement Directorate's prosecution complaints in the Excise Policy case, citing lack of sanction.

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CM ATISHI LAUNCHES DELHI SOLAR PORTAL

The Delhi Solar Portal is a comprehensive platform aimed at facilitating rooftop solar adoption for both residents and businesses in the capital

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HC grills forest official over tree transplant plea in deemed forest

justice Yasmeet Singh asked the Deputy Conservator of Forest ( DCF) concerned to file an afidacit explaining ifthe aspect ofthe area heinga \"deemedforest\" was considered hy him before Jiling the application for removal of the trees.

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CBSE Class 10, 12 exams to begin from Feb 15

The board exams for class 10 and 12 will begin from February 15, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced on Wednesday.

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Missing teen rescued in Uttarakhand, kidnapper arrested

A 17-year-old girl who went missing from Delhi 11 days ago has been rescued by police from Haldwani in Uttarakhand, officials said on Wednesday.

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Woman dies after scooter fall, crushed by truck

A 47-year-old woman was crushed under the wheels of an MCD truck after she fell from a scooter that was hit by an unidentified vehicle near Nauroji Nagar area here on Wednesday, police said.

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State can't apply different yardsticks for different accused: Supreme Court

During the hearing on Wednesday, the counsel appearing for West Bengal saicl the state cloes not propose to challenge the anticipatory bail granted to the four co-accusecl.

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BJP questions funding for Kejriwal's bungalow expenses

The BJP on Wednesday questioned the source of funding for the \"extravagant\" items at the official bungalow earlier occupied by AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal as Delhi chief minister and slammed his \"silence\" on the issue.

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Real estate investments hit $10 billion

Foreign investors contributed $3.1 billion, with North American and Singaporean investors making up 85 per cent of this segment.

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Account aggregator system faces gaps

Three years after India unveiled the account aggregator (AA) framework to facilitate consented sharing of consumers' financial information, multiple gaps still plague the system that was rolled out as an overarching network connecting various regulators and market players.

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INDIA RANKS IOTH IN CLIMATE INDEX

India ranked l Oth in the Climate Change Performance Index 2025, praised for low emissions and renewable energy progress despite challenges.

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India eyes 300 million ton steel capacity by 2030: Steel Secretary

India needs to develop about 300 million tons of steel capacity by 2030, which is at present at 100 and 80 million tons at present, said Sandeep Poundrik, Steel Secretary to the government of India.

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Nokia wins SG extension deal from Bharti Airtel

Pekka Landmark, President and CEO of Nokia, said that this strategie agreement furthersolidifes the long-standing collaboration with Airtel and the footprint in India.

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Govt revises PLI scheme for PSBs

In terms of eligi bility, it has been decided that all permanent employees, including lateral hires and olfcers on depatation, in scale I Vand abooe shall he part of the incentive scheme.

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Google Maps launches Air View+

As per the latest data from April to September 2024, India's exports to the UK witnessed a robust growth of 12.38 percent, reaching $7.32 billion, compared to $6.51 billion during the same period in 2023.

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NAVIGATING US POLITICAL SHIFT: LESSONS FOR INDIA FROM TRUMP ERA

Early discussions around critical areas like defense technology transfers, cybersecurity, and emerging tech fields could frame India as an indispensable ally rather than a transactional partner

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When Nehru invited a movie unit for breakfast at Teen Murti

Tbe baby was named I naira by Swaroop Rani, tubo was a strong-willed anal dominatingwoman' Yawabarlal anal Kamla wanted to name their daagb ter Przyaelarsbani ; so sbe was named Indira Priyadarsbani.

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INDIA TAKES ITS DIGITAL PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE TO THE GLOBAL SOUTH

If the world is waking up to the potential of digital public infrastructure, it is all because of India. It is only India that can be-in fact, is being-the voice of the Global South, whatever China's claims might be of being the leader of the Global South.

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SHAPING MAHARASHTRA ASPIRATIONS

Maharashtra's political evolution began with its formation on May 1, 1960, shaped by Congress dominance, regional aspirations, and coalitions.

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DELHI HIGH COURT DISMISSED PIL SEEKING MHA TO SHARE DECEASED INDIVIDUALS' DATA WITH LIC FOR JEEVAN JYOTI SCHEME CLAIMS: MIGHT LEAD TO A SCAM

The Delhi High Court l in the case Aakash Goel vs. Union of India&0rs observed and has dismissed the Public Interets Litigation, PIL filed seeking to mandate the Ministry of Home Affairs to provide a database of deceased individuals in the country to the Life Insurance Corporation, LIC so as to enable the family members or nominees of deceased policyholders to claim benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana.

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SC to ED after it again sought adjournment of plea to transfer gold smuggling case from Kerala: 'Do not think you are interested'

The Supreme Court in the case Directorate of Enforcement v. Sarith PS and Others observed wherein the petition is filed by Enforcement Directorate, ED seeking transfer of the Kerala Gold Smuggling case to Karnataka.

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Madras High Court orders CBI probe into Kallakurichi hooch tragedy

The Madras High Court in the case IS Inbadurai v The Chief Secretary and Others observed and has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation, CBI to conduct a probe into the Kallakurichi Hooch Tragedy that claimed the lives of around 67 persons after consuming illicit arrack.

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Supreme Court: State cannot claim adverse possession over property of private citizens

The Supreme Court in the case The State of Haryana v. Amin Lal (Since deceased) through Legal Representatives observed and has reiterated that the State cannot claim adverse possession over the property of private citizens.

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Punjab and Haryana High Court dismisses LLM student's plea against Jindal Global University declaring his answer-sheet as °AI-generated'

Kaustubh Shakkarwar, alawyer by profession had filed the writ petition seeking to quash the decision of the unfair means committee” wherein he was failed in the subject as bis answersheet was declared as Al generated”.

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Aircel Maxis case: Delhi High Court stays proceedings against P Chidambaram in ED case

The Delhi High Court in the case P Chidambaramv. ED observed and has stayed the trial court proceedings against senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram in the money laundering case connected to the Aircel Maxis case.

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Singapore honours doyenne of Indian dance Dr Uma Rajan

Singapore's doyenne of Indian dance Dr Uma Rajan was on Wednesday honoured by the Indian business community for her contributions to both public healthcare and the arts in the city-state for over 40 years.

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Israel seizes weapons found beneath Lebanese schoolyard

The weapons were found in an underground Hezbollah facility tens of meters long. Rockets, explosive charges, rocket-propelled grenades and other weapons were seized.

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ISRAEL INSISTS ON RIGHT TO ACT AGAINST HEZBOLLAH IN ANY DEAL TO END FIGHTING

Lebanon may view any such demand as an infringement on its sovereignty, complicating efforts to end more than a year of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.

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Imran Khan gets bail in second Toshakhana case

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, after concluding the hearing, accepted Khan's bail plea subject to furnishing two bonds of PKR 1 million each.

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U.S. Commission recommends arms sales upgrade for Taiwan

In its annual report, the U.S. -China Economic and Security Reoiew Commission ( USCC) pat forward two recommendations concerning Taiwan, with one major proposal being an amendment to the Arms Export Control Act, as reported by Taiwan News.

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Japan to watch China after Beijing admits violating Japanese airspace

Japanese oiicials did notdisclose further details, such as when China provided the explanation, citing the protocol of diplomatic exchanges.

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Wounded Al Jazeera reporter to be evacuated to Jordan for treatment

Israel banned A l -3fazeera earlier this year, accusing it ofserving as a mouthpiece of Hamas.

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Russian lawmakers endorse Bill to ban adoption by gender-transition countries

Russia's upper house of parliament on Wednesday endorsed a bill banning adoption of Russian children by citizens of countries where gender transitioning is legal.

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Trump attends launch of Starship

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) attended the launch of SpaceX's Starship, owned by Elon Musk.

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US pledges $4 b to replenish IDA

US President Joe Biden announced that America will pledge USD 4 Billion over the period of the next 3 years to replenish the World Bank's International Development Association.

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Russia accuses German national of sabotage plans

Russia's top domestic security agency on Wednesday reported arresting a German national it accused of planning to sabotage energy facilities on orders from a Ukrainian national.

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Guyana: PM Modi presented with 'Key to the City' of Georgetown

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday received the 6Key to the city of Georgetown, during his state visit to Guyana.

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US, Italy, Spain, Greece 'temporarily' close embassies in Ukraine after air attack threat

The United States has temporarily closed its mission in the Ukrainian capital in the wake of a potential air attack, after the embassy received specific information about the threat, Al Jazeera reported.

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HOTLINE BETWEEN RUSSIA AND US NOT IN USE NOW: KREMLIN

A special protected communication channel in place for the two presidents

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Ektaa Kapoor 'overwhelmed' over response to 'Sabarmati Report'

The recently released film 'The Sabarmati Report' is making waves across the country, with high-profile screenings and endorsements from key political figures and film industry veterans.

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B-Town celebs cast their vote

Shah Rukh Khan, accompanied by his wife Gauri, son Aryan, and daughter Suhana, cast their votes at the Mount Mary High School polling booth in Bandra (East), Mumbai.

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WILL KARTIKAARYAN'S 'BHOOL BHULAIYA 3' CROSS RS. 240 CRORE IN ITS THIRD WEEK?

The 20th day at the box office looks promising for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, as early estimates suggest the film has grossed Rs. 1.54 crore by 7 PM on Wednesday.

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KIM KARDASHIAN'S PHOTOSHOOT WITH MUSK'S TESLA BOT SPARKS CRITICISM

Kim Kardashian has left fans both baffled and shocked after a recent photoshoot featuring Elon Musk's $30,000 Tesla Bot.

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KEERTHY SURESH TO MARRY BOYFRIEND ANTONY THATTIL

News of National Award-winning actor Keerthy Suresh's impending wedding is going around and has everyone in the South Indian film industry talking.

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ANGELINA JOLIE JOINS ALICE WINOCOUR'S HIGH-FASHION DRAMA 'STITCHES'

Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie is set to star in 'Stitches', a new high-fashion drama directed by Alice Winocour.

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To B or EQB: Mercedes-Benz EOB 850 4Matic Review

The worst part of a pun is explaining it, but what's even worse is the assumption that everyone would understand it, more so if you're a car and bike reviewer.

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Beyond human caregivers: How AI caregivers can shape the future of ageing

As the ageing population grows, so does the demand for quality caregiving-a demand that traditional human caregivers alone struggle to meet.

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HOW TO PLAN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION FOR YOUR EXISTING BUSINESS

Digital transformation is no longer an option but a necessity for businesses to stay relevant, agile, and competitive.

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UNLOCKING A FUTURE BEYOND BOUNDARIES: HOW BUSINESSES CAN THRIVE WITH TRUSTED, LIMITLESS DIGITAL SYSTEMS

As the world moves rapidly toward digital innovation, businesses are navigating new opportunities and challenges.

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Final call on Gill on match day: Morkel

A final call on Shubman Gill's availability for the opening Test against Australia will be taken on the morning of the match.

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A GLIMPSE INTO INDIA'S 'PLAYING 11' OPTIONS FOR PERTH TEST

The first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series between India and Australia at Perth's Optus Stadium is shaping to be one of the most eagerly-awaited matches not only because of the competitive spirit of the two teams and past series outcomes but also because of circumstances.

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'Nitish Kumar Reddy is the player to keep an eye'

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has picked young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy as the player to \"keep an eye\" in the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

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Milestone hunt to start for Steve Smith

Australian batter Steve Smith, skipper Pat Cummins, pacer Mitchell Starc and spin veteran Nathan Lyon will continue their milestone hunt during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with the first Test in Perth to be played from Friday.

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Nadal bids farewell to tennis

Following his retirement from professional tennis after the Davis Cup clash against the Netherlands on his home soil, legendary Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal expressed that he is extremely privileged to have turned one of his hobbies into an illustrious career and added that he moves into the next chapter of his life with a \"peace of mind\".

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‘God’s own country’ all excited as Messi likely to play a friendly in state

The Argentina national football team along with the talisman player and captain Lionel Messi is expected to travel to Kerala for an international football match next year.

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Hardik is the top T20 all-rounder; Tilak Verma 3rd among batters

Star India player Hardik Pandya on Wednesday reclaimed the top spot in the T20I all-rounders' list while rising star and teammate Tilak Varma made a massive jump of 69 rungs to occupy the third place among batters in the latest ICC men's player rankings.

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It will be a crucial wicket Hazelwood on Kohli

Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 between Australia and India, right-arm seamer Josh Hazelwood lauded the stalwart batter Virat Kohli and said he has performed exceedingly well in Australia in the past and also said that he will be crucial wicket for the hosts.

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