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Sarfaraz Vs Rahul For One Spot
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Sarfaraz Vs Rahul For One Spot

AT any given point of time, at least one Indian middle-order batter is in constant scrutiny. Over the last few years, that particular mantle has been occupied by the likes of Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill. It's now time for this particular spotlight to shine on KL Rahul.

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October 23, 2024
ECHOES FROM AN ADVENTURE
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ECHOES FROM AN ADVENTURE

I do not consider 'Echoes of Wisdom' as just some minor spin-off game in the Legend of Zelda series. For the first time in a very long time, Zelda is herself the main playable character in the series. And I am quite upset that we've completely slept on her druid abilities for all these decades.

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October 23, 2024
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EXTEND SOCIAL SECURITY FOR WORKERS IN ODISHA

A rapid structural change in the economy notwithstanding, social security continues to elude a large chunk of the labour force in Odisha. Two reports, completely different in scope and objective, give a clear picture of the situation.

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October 23, 2024
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SMALL SATELLITE CITIES ARE A BETTER SOLUTION TO URBAN CONGESTION

QUIETLY but surely, a string of satellite cities have come up dotting India's urbanscape in recent decades. These offer affordable housing and jobs that help decongest the old, creaking megalopolises. Gurugram and Navi Mumbai come to mind first.

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October 23, 2024
'FIRECRACKER BAN HAS RENDERED THOUSANDS OF FAMILIES JOBLESS'
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'FIRECRACKER BAN HAS RENDERED THOUSANDS OF FAMILIES JOBLESS'

As the winter season approaches and pollution levels spike, the Delhi government has ordered a complete ban on firecrackers across the National Capital Territory (NCT) until January 1, 2025. The ban extends to the manufacturing, storage, sale, and online delivery of all firecrackers, including those marketed as eco-friendly or green crackers.

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October 23, 2024
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Rai to 3 states: Stop diesel buses from entering city

ENVIRONMENT Minister Gopal Rai on Tuesday wrote to the transport ministers of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, urging them to ensure no diesel buses from their states plied to the national capital in view of GRAP-II restrictions in place.

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October 23, 2024
Tom Holland may join Matt Damon in Christopher Nolan's next
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Tom Holland may join Matt Damon in Christopher Nolan's next

PREVIOUSLY, we reported that Christopher Nolan has set his next film at Universal Studios, with Matt Damon selected to lead the cast. Now, reports suggest that Tom Holland is currently in negotiations to join the project, details about which are scarce.

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October 23, 2024
Vacation vibes
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Vacation vibes

With these chic vacation shirts, you can effortlessly transition from sunny beaches to lively nightlife

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October 23, 2024
FROM AAM PAPAD TO ADZUKI
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FROM AAM PAPAD TO ADZUKI

At INJA, an Indo-Japanese restaurant in Delhi, Chef Adwait Anantwar combines minimalist principles with rich Indian flavours to create a unique dining experience

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October 23, 2024
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Wood helps Forest down Palace

CHRIS Wood scored his fifth goal of the season as Nottingham Forest overcame Crystal Palace 1-0 to move into the top half of the English Premier League. Wood was always dangerous and came close before he bagged the only goal 19 minutes into the second period.

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October 23, 2024
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Sporting fraternity not happy with CGF move

THE Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) officially announced that Glasgow will be hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games. In a statement on Tuesday, the body also said that the event will feature just 10 sports across four venues.

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October 23, 2024
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Bates & Martin, the Bert & Ernie of NZ cricket

CONVENTIONALLY speaking, Bert and Ernie are two Muppet characters who appear together on the PBS children's television show called Sesame Street. Both of these characters have been part of one of the most beloved shows since its inception. Who are these two? Simply put, Bert and Ernie are best friends and they are always by each other's side. They go on adventures, learn a thing or two in an episode, and interact with guests but all of this by remaining together. You cannot separate one from the other. Suzie Bates and Katey Martin are the Bert and Ernie of New Zealand cricket and even when one of them has replaced wicketkeeping gloves for commentary mic, they are still standing together like they did when the journey started in Dunedin, Otago.

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October 23, 2024
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ISL: Fall rises to lift Odisha

MOURTADA Fall scored the decisive goal as Odisha FC condemned East Bengal to their sixth consecutive defeat in the ongoing season of the ISL, here on Tuesday.

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October 23, 2024
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Hyundai Motor shares plunge 7% on debut

SHARES of Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) made a tepid debut on the stock exchanges on Tuesday as they were listed at ₹1,934 on NSE, a discount of 1.3% to the issue price of ₹1,960. On BSE, the shares were listed at ₹1,931, down 1.5%.

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October 23, 2024
Reliance Infra to set up ₹10K cr ammunition unit
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Reliance Infra to set up ₹10K cr ammunition unit

ANIL Ambani-led Reliance Infrastructure on Tuesday announced it would set up India's largest integrated project for manufacturing explosives, ammunition, and small arms at an investment of ₹10,000 crore in Ratnagiri in Maharashtra.

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October 23, 2024
Markets crash as FII sell-off continues
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Markets crash as FII sell-off continues

Foreign investors shift to cheaper markets amid weak Q2 earnings, stronger bond yield & dollar

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October 23, 2024
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India strong amid global economic challenges: FM

DESPITE challenges in the global economic environment, India is in a strong position to leverage new growth prospects, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said at an address at the Columbia University.

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October 23, 2024
Adani group to acquire 46.8% stake in Orient Cement for ₹8,100 crore
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Adani group to acquire 46.8% stake in Orient Cement for ₹8,100 crore

ADANI Group's Ambuja Cements on Tuesday announced the signing of a binding agreement for the acquisition of Orient Cement Ltd (OCL) at an equity value of ₹8,100 crore. Ambuja will acquire 46.8% shares of OCL from its current promoters and public shareholders at ₹395.4 apiece. This acquisition would trigger an Open Offer, under which Ambuja will acquire an additional 26% stake at the same share price of ₹395.4 apiece.

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October 23, 2024
Only structure realigned, no cut in agent fees: LIC chief
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Only structure realigned, no cut in agent fees: LIC chief

AMID threats of a nationwide strike by its agents to force LIC not to change their commission structure or lower the fees, the national insurer has denied any plans to do so.

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October 23, 2024
Allianz seeks to exit JVs with Bajaj insurance
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Allianz seeks to exit JVs with Bajaj insurance

ON a day the insurance regulator has invited all companies, both domestic and foreign, to set up more insurance ventures in the country, one of the oldest JV partners - the Allianz group of Germany, which has two joint ventures with the Bajaj Group in the life and general insurance spaces - said it wants to exit.

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October 23, 2024
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BSNL not to raise tariff in near future, says CMD

STATE-owned telecom company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has said that it won't increase tariffs in the near future even though all its private peers have raised tariffs by up to 25%.

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October 23, 2024
Shrinking middle class dragging volumes growth: Nestle chairman
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Shrinking middle class dragging volumes growth: Nestle chairman

THE fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector is facing challenges as inflation continues to drag volume growth. Chairman and managing director of Nestle Suresh Narayanan blames it on the “shrinking” middle class.

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October 23, 2024
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Ukraine peace talks tied to US presidential polls

UKRAINIAN President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the prospect of peace talks with Russia \"depends\" on the outcome of next month's US presidential election.

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October 23, 2024
New Zealand airport imposes 3 min cuddle cap for drop off
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New Zealand airport imposes 3 min cuddle cap for drop off

EMOTIONAL farewells are a common sight at airports, but travelers leaving the New Zealand city of Dunedin will have to be quick. A new three-minute time limit on goodbye hugs in the airport's drop-off area is intended to prevent lingering cuddles from causing traffic jams.

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October 23, 2024
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China-Vatican deal on bishop appointment extended

CHINA said on Tuesday it agreed to extend for four years a deal with the Vatican concerning the appointment of bishops.

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October 23, 2024
Afridi chosen Pak chief justice, not seniormost Shah
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Afridi chosen Pak chief justice, not seniormost Shah

THE Special Parliamentary Committee constituted to decide on the appointment of Pakistan's next chief justice on Tuesday agreed on the name of Justice Yayha Afridi as the new top judge.

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October 23, 2024
Maduro's ex-oil czar in dock for sharing secret
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Maduro's ex-oil czar in dock for sharing secret

VENEZUELA's top prosecutor on Monday announced the arrest of a former oil minister and accused him of working with the US government to undermine the industry that drives the country's economy.

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October 23, 2024
Blinken asks Israel to capitalise on Sinwar's death for Gaza ceasefire
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Blinken asks Israel to capitalise on Sinwar's death for Gaza ceasefire

He pressed for more aid to be allowed as concerns rise for civilians

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October 23, 2024
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Charges framed against MLA over CAA protest

A special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday framed charges against activist-turned-MLA Akhil Gogoi and three of his associates for their alleged role during the anti-Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) protests in Assam.

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October 23, 2024
Oppn plans to take up RG Kar against Mamata in 6 bypolls
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Oppn plans to take up RG Kar against Mamata in 6 bypolls

WITH by-elections to six Assembly seats in West Bengal scheduled for November 13, the Opposition parties have decided to corner the ruling Trinamool Congress over the RG Kar incident, in which a 31-year-old post graduate student was raped and murdered while on duty. The EC announced bypolls for Sitai (SC), Madarihat (ST), Naihati, Haroa, Medinipur, and Taldangra, as their MLAs have contested and won seats in the Lok Sabha.

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October 23, 2024