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The Congress critiqued the BJP following Nitin Gadkari's letter to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, calling it a sign of internal dissent against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gadkari appealed to remove the 18% GST on life and medical insurance premiums, citing concerns raised by the Nagpur Division Life Insurance Corporation Employees Union regarding the taxation of insurance premiums. from Times of India https://ift.tt/IioP9n0 via IFTTT

After becoming the first Indian shooter to reach the 50m rifle three positions final at the Olympics, Swapnil Kusale will aim to add another shooting medal for the country at the Paris Games on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Indian men's hockey team, having already secured their quarterfinal spot, will face Belgium in their upcoming pool match. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/LCt8HkK via IFTTT

Indian archer Tarundeep Rai faced a narrow defeat in the individual men’s recurve round of 32 at the Paris Olympics, losing to Tom Hall of Great Britain. The match was tightly contested, with both archers tied after the first set. Hall gained a slight lead in the second set, but Rai fought back to win the third set. Hall edged the fourth set, and the final set ended in a tie, ultimately favouring Hall. Despite the loss, Rai's performance reflected his skill and determination. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/MzEd7Ht via IFTTT

Comedian Tiffany Haddish has been slammed for a viral TikTok video in which she is seen expressing shock that Africa has grocery stores. Now she has defended her viral video and said she was showing it to the world that they were taught wrong things about Africa. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fvnjpmU via IFTTT

India's Amit Panghal was knocked out of the Paris Olympics after losing 1-4 to Zambia's Patrick Chinyemba in the 51kg Round of 16. Panghal, a 2019 world championship silver medallist, struggled against the energetic Chinyemba, who dominated from the start. Despite Panghal's attempts to recover, the judges favoured Chinyemba in all rounds. This defeat echoes Panghal's early exit from the Tokyo Olympics. Panghal, a Commonwealth Games 2022 gold medallist, couldn't overcome the third-seeded African champion. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/p4bJLq8 via IFTTT

For a second day running, Manu Bhaker was the star of the India show as she combined with Sarabjot Singh to make the bronze medal match of the 10m air pistol mixed team competition at Chateauroux's shooting range. from Times of India https://ift.tt/7pcKlPb via IFTTT

A confident Manu Bhaker has positioned herself for a chance at a second Olympic medal, as she and Sarabjot Singh prepare to compete in the bronze playoff for the 10m air pistol mixed team event. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/o4wnFqM via IFTTT

A Delhi court sent two accused Abhishek Gupta and Deshpal Singh to judicial custody after three UPSC aspirants drowned in a flooded basement following heavy rainfall. ​The bodies of two female students and a male student were retrieved from the site during the rescue operation by the NDRF, local police and fire department. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3D42al8 via IFTTT

Indian shooter Manu Bhaker secured the bronze medal in the Women's 10m Air Pistol event at the Paris Olympics, marking a historic first for an Indian woman in Olympic shooting. Overcoming past setbacks, including a pistol malfunction at the Tokyo Olympics, Bhaker intensified her training and refined her technique. Her score of 221.7 secured her third place, behind South Korea's Ye Jin and Kim Yeji. Bhaker's success, guided by coach Jaspal Rana, serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across India. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/p7q5Bhy via IFTTT

England were in a commanding position as they took a 94-run first innings lead over the West Indies and then had the tourists 33-2 at stumps on the second day of the third and final test on Saturday. England, 38-3 overnight, scored 376 at Edgbaston before making inroads into the West Indies top order with the wickets of captain Kraigg Brathwaite and the struggling Kirk McKenzie in the last 80 minutes of play. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/ocDp9xd via IFTTT

The Indian shooting contingent at the Paris Olympics is struggling with food and accommodation issues. The Athletes' Villages haven't catered to their culinary preferences, leading some to rely on a local South Asian restaurant or cook their own meals. Pistol coach Jaspal Rana has been cooking traditional dishes like Rajma-Chawal. Despite accommodation disappointments, the shooters remain focused on their goals, with Manu Bhaker advancing to the women's 10m air pistol finals. Their determination to end the medal drought is strong. from Times of India https://ift.tt/IKyRFDw via IFTTT

Assam's Moidams, the mound-burial system of the Ahom dynasty, were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday. This brings the number of World Heritage sites in India to 43, placing India sixth globally for the most world heritage properties. This is the third world heritage property from Assam on the list, following Kaziranga National Park and Manas Wildlife Sanctuary. from Times of India https://ift.tt/oOdSp7V via IFTTT

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The latest SmackDown, ahead of SummerSlam 2024, features key matches and significant segments taped in Omaha, Nebraska. Find out how the wrestlers fared as they set their sights on the road to the hottest event of this summer, in an attempt to lay waste to the their competitors in the squared circle. from Times of India https://ift.tt/dhwEf7G via IFTTT

Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for July 26, 2024. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you today. from Times of India https://ift.tt/B9Kchp1 via IFTTT

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed concerns about Team India's potential trip to Pakistan for next year's ICC Champions Trophy, citing the ongoing volatility of the security situation there. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/AO4kzwm via IFTTT

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It's been a week since Team India all-rounder Hardik Pandya and Natasa Stankovic announced their separation. Stankovic shared joyful images on Instagram of herself and their son Agastya at a dinosaur-themed park in Serbia. Pandya commented with supportive emojis. The couple, married since 2020 and separated in July 2024, emphasized their decision was mutual. Despite online misogyny faced by Stankovic, Pandya's positive comments garnered significant attention, with fans expressing hope for their reconciliation. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/v9840BK via IFTTT

Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president Rakesh Tiwari praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget announcement on developing sports infrastructure in Bihar. Tiwari expressed gratitude, calling it a historic moment for the state's sports community. He emphasized that new facilities will nurture Bihar's talent, providing athletes with essential resources for training and competition. The Budget 2024 also includes new airports and medical colleges. Tiwari highlighted the importance of modern infrastructure for cricket, aiming to elevate Bihar cricket and develop world-class players. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Omr1Fd3 via IFTTT

The effect of 2024's Lok Sabha election results was writ large on the first Budget of Modi 3.0, with employment creation given pride of place and keeping allies happy too very much in focus. The fact that the Budget comes at a time when the govt’s finances are relatively comfortable meant that finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman could afford to address these concerns with targeted schemes while keeping the fiscal deficit under a tight leash relative to recent years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yglbCth via IFTTT

England vice-captain Ollie Pope is optimistic about the team's potential to score 600 runs in a single Test day. Following a historic performance against the West Indies, where England surpassed 400 runs in both innings, Pope cites previous success, such as scoring 506-4 against Pakistan, as evidence. Under coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes, England are shifting from building confidence to becoming more ruthless. Pope notes recent team transitions and emerging talents, emphasizing the team's balanced and confident approach. from Times of India https://ift.tt/owYBj6J via IFTTT

India's Shafali Verma powered the defending champions to an 82-run victory over Nepal in the Women's Asia Cup T20 with a career-best 48-ball 81. Verma and Dayalan Hemalatha's 122-run opening stand laid the foundation for India's 178-3. Nepal, needing to chase within 10 overs to surpass Pakistan's net run rate, fell short, finishing at 96-9. Deepti Sharma starred with the ball, taking 3-13. India’s dominant performance secured their semifinal spot, joining Pakistan from Group A. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/2MCH3Dx via IFTTT

Kangana Ranaut criticized netizens mocking Kamala Harris with sexist memes after Biden withdrew his name and endorsed her. Despite Harris's roles, including California's Attorney General, she faces sexist comments like the 'coconut' meme from a White House speech. Ranaut, who faced similar remarks from Supriya Shrinate in the Lok Sabha elections, criticized Americans. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5xpJP2b via IFTTT

The Women's Asia Cup T20 saw Sri Lanka and Bangladesh secure victories against Malaysia and Thailand, respectively, bringing them closer to semifinal berths. Sri Lanka thrashed Malaysia by 114 runs, with Chamari Athapaththu scoring an unbeaten 119. Their bowlers then restricted Malaysia to 40 runs. In the second match, Thailand posted 96/9, with Nattaya Boochatham scoring 40. Bangladesh chased the target easily, reaching 100/3 in 17.3 overs, led by Murshida Khatun's 50. Both teams now lead Group B with four points each. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/9W3EIaC via IFTTT

Deepak Chaurasia eliminated from Bigg Boss OTT, causing emotional reactions among housemates. Ranvir Shorey deeply affected by the eviction. The show continues to engage viewers with its mix of drama and relationships. Hosted by Anil Kapoor, the season unfolds with unexpected turns and challenges. from Times of India https://ift.tt/fFysT17 via IFTTT

England secured a commanding 241-run victory over the West Indies in the second test at Trent Bridge, clinching a 2-0 series lead. Spinner Shoaib Bashir's stellar performance, taking five wickets for 41 runs, was crucial in dismissing the West Indies for 143 in their 385-run chase. Despite a promising start with a 61-run opening stand, the West Indies collapsed, losing five wickets for 21 runs. Bashir's dominance dismantled the visitors' batting lineup, sealing England's decisive win. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/N1qBdT3 via IFTTT

Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook each scored half centuries to propel England to a commanding position of 248-3, establishing a lead of 207 runs over West Indies on day three of the second Test at Trent Bridge on Saturday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/WVHSoCw via IFTTT

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Kavem Hodge and Alick Athanaze spearheaded a West Indies comeback on a bright second day of the second Test at Trent Bridge on Friday, guiding their team to 351-5 at stumps, trailing England by 65 runs. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/39EUwlg via IFTTT

Suryakumar Yadav has been appointed as the captain of the Indian T20 team. The announcement was made on Thursday, confirming the 33-year-old's leadership role for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/ktOcKEj via IFTTT

Suryakumar Yadav has been appointed as the captain of the Indian T20 team. The announcement was made on Thursday, confirming the 33-year-old's leadership role for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ktOcKEj via IFTTT

Ollie Pope capitalized on his good fortune, scoring 121 runs to propel England to a formidable 416 all out on the opening day of the second Test against West Indies at Trent Bridge on Thursday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/C2gmklS via IFTTT

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Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya has staged a remarkable comeback, overcoming injury and controversy to play a pivotal role in India's ICC T20 World Cup triumph. His journey from injury during the 50-over World Cup to leading India to victory in T20 cricket highlights his perseverance and dedication. Pandya's physical transformation, documented on social media, contributed to his stellar performance in the T20 World Cup, scoring 144 runs at an average of 48.00 and taking 11 crucial wickets. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/tbCzGjA via IFTTT

​13 Indians who were on board of a Comoros-flagged oil tanker that capsized off Oman are still missing, the country's maritime security centre said on Tuesday, a day after the sinking was reported. The crew of "Prestige Falcon" comprised 13 Indian nationals and three Sri Lankans, the Omani centre said in a post on the social media platform X. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ObDTlEC via IFTTT

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Having been away from the cricket field since the ODI World Cup in November last year due to ankle injury, star India pacer Mohammed Shami finally hit the nets in a bid to make his comeback to competitive cricket. from Times of India https://ift.tt/AUcSeHz via IFTTT

Gautam Gambhir, the newly appointed head coach of the Indian cricket team, expressed his gratitude to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and their fans as he steps down from his role as the franchise's coach. Under his guidance, KKR clinched their first IPL title in ten years during the recent season. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/s4ojPKT via IFTTT

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While the Trump shooter was killed, John Hinckley Jr is alive and a free man because the jury held him not-guilty on the grounds of insanity. John was delusional and had internalised Robert De Niro's character from 'Taxi Driver'. He had also fallen madly in love with Jodie Foster... from Times of India https://ift.tt/yAK56Xx via IFTTT

Adnaan Shaikh, the latest wild card entry in Bigg Boss OTT Season 3, shares his views on the Armaan Malik-Vishal Pandey incident and criticizes Lovekesh Kataria's behavior towards Vishal. Adnaan also discusses his family's advice before entering the house. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Dz8QxVs via IFTTT

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Former first lady Melania Trump may remain reluctant and largely missing from Donald Trump's campaigning but this does not hint at any rift between them and Melania will not end her marriage with Trump. Trump's marriage with Melania is the longest for Trump -- his marriage with Ivana lasted for 15 years, with Marla Maples around five years and with Melania 19 years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/x5mc0E6 via IFTTT

Political commentator and comedian Bill Maher is certain that Joe Biden is not going to be the Democrat candidate. And he has a very specific prediction that Joe Biden would make the historic decision to opt out of the race by August 9. “The issue with President Biden isn’t if, it’s who,” Maher said during Friday’s airing of “Real Time with Bill Maher.” “Who will replace him? Because he is not going to be the Democrats’ candidate for president in 2024, all due respect.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/VurvwKI via IFTTT

India's new opening pair, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, are prioritizing their process over high expectations following the retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from T20Is. Jaiswal believes in focusing on each game and stage of their careers, expressing gratitude for their experiences with Kohli and Sharma, and aiming to learn from their successes match-by-match. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/T9vie2u via IFTTT

Minister Scindia disclosed 70-80% mobile penetration, with 120 crore devices, aims for 100% 4G coverage using indigenous technology. Enhancing postal services, he cited emotional ties from his junior minister term (2007-2009), during which he led post office modernization under Project Arrow during Manmohan Singh's UPA-1. He recently took over telecom industry responsibilities. from Times of India https://ift.tt/V6qRB2C via IFTTT

Former German chancellor Angela Merkel is now a small-town detective after her retirement but in a popular German TV show which is making its debut in Italy. Miss Merkel reimagines Angela Merkel as Agatha Christie's Miss Marple -- with all her characteristics including het jacket and hair. from Times of India https://ift.tt/P2U87N5 via IFTTT

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England's Ben Stokes reached a milestone by becoming the third cricketer globally and the first from England to amass over 6,000 runs and take more than 200 wickets in Test cricket. He achieved this during the first Test against West Indies at Lord's, where he took his 200th wicket. Stokes has scored 6,320 runs in 103 Tests. He also became the sixth player worldwide and first from England to achieve 10,000 runs and 300 wickets in international cricket. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/WcsMFEy via IFTTT

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​Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams, stuck in the International Space Station, will address live on July 10 at 11 AM ET (IST 8.30 pm) where she would discuss the crew's mission. Sunita and her crew mate Butch Wilmore flew on board the Boeing Starliner on June 5 for a 10-day long stay at the space station. But now their return has been delayed triggering concern over the well-bring of the astronauts. from Times of India https://ift.tt/OQpyldE via IFTTT

At least nine servitors of the Jagannath temple were injured on Tuesday when the idol of Lord Balabhadra fell on them during the Rath Yatra festival in Puri. The incident happened as the idol was being moved from the chariot to a temple. Siddharth Shankar Swain, the Puri Collector, stated that five of the nine injured were hospitalised, while the remaining four suffered minor injuries. An official informed news agency PTI about the incident. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ix6AV0c via IFTTT

Trump's running mate? Former president's VP search comes down to its last week from Times of India https://ift.tt/8kfFGDV via IFTTT

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Utah senator Tommy Tuberville claimed on Fox News that Biden was not running the country; Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer and Barack Obama are. Social media users slammed him and called him a clown for his 'conspiracy theory'. "That sounds good to me, Obama had a great economy," an X user said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ixiguto via IFTTT

The latest weekend ka vaar episode of Bigg Boss OTT season 3 was filled with intense moments. From a dramatic elimination to a heated confrontation resulting in a slap, the dynamics among the contestants are changing. Special guests Vicky Kaushal and Amy Virk added excitement with tasks and hampers for the housemates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/evmYEPZ via IFTTT

Canada Police believes that the gold stolen last year in Canada's biggest-ever gold heist must have gone to India and Dubai gold markets. Over 6,500 gold bars disappeared overseas after being stolen from an airport, the department believes. "We believe a large portion has gone overseas to markets that are flush with gold," lead investigator Det. Sgt. Mike Mavity said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QdFtVKY via IFTTT

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Former US president Donald Trump celebrated the election of fellow populist Nigel Farage to Britain's parliament on Friday, neglecting to mention the new prime minister, Keir Starmer. "Congratulations to Nigel Farage on his big WIN of a Parliament Seat Amid Reform UK Election Success. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BQEOIv9 via IFTTT

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Pandya's return to Mumbai Indians (MI) replacing Rohit Sharma as skipper initially sparked anger among fans. The transition was not well-received, and Pandya faced the brunt of the fans' discontent. It had a detrimental effect on his personal game, besides five-time IPL champions MI enduring one of their poorest seasons. However, the tide turned dramatically with Pandya delivering India's T20 World Cup-winning over in the final against South Africa in Bridgetown, Barbados, on June 29. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/5hmFlbR via IFTTT

Rishabh Pant faced a significant challenge in his career after a severe car accident in December 2022. The incident left the 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman requiring several surgeries and a lengthy rehabilitation period spanning over a year. This unfortunate event cast uncertainty on his ability to recover fully and return to international cricket at his peak performance level before he came back with IPL 2024. The Indian cricket team arrived in Delhi early Thursday morning, greeted by large, enthusiastic crowds of cricket fans. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/tsG4vhU via IFTTT

​New documents which were unreleased so far claim that Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein were closer than it was believed. Transcripts show Trump called Epstein many times between 2004 and 2006. The screenshots were sealed in 2008 as part of Alexander Acosta's deal for Jeffrey Epstein and were released on July 1. from Times of India https://ift.tt/FCrTMpU via IFTTT

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Elon Musk criticized Kamala Harris' X post on Trump's abortion ban. Fact-checking flagged Harris' post. The debate intensifies between Joe Biden and his Republican rival. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6kbTHin via IFTTT

Software engineer Christina Ernst created a robotic Medusa dress with 3D-printed snakes using AI for face detection. She shared clips of failed prototypes and designed a moving body for the snakes on the dress. from Times of India https://ift.tt/F0zkMHe via IFTTT

Jyothi Yarraji is poised to become the first Indian 100m hurdler to participate in the Olympics, while shot putter Abha Khatua secured an unexpected spot through world rankings for the upcoming Paris Games. The World Athletics released the list of athletes who qualified directly by surpassing the entry standard and those who made it through the world ranking quota on Tuesday. However, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) will have the final say in selecting the athletes who qualified via the world ranking quota. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/8GT4Q2e via IFTTT

Google's Made by Google event in August will introduce the Pixel IX series, while Apple's iPhone 16 may feature touch-sensitive buttons with haptic feedback. The event date is August 13 at 10 am PT, held at Google's Mountain View headquarters. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SEnKGJX via IFTTT