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Sri Lanka announce squad for Asia Cup 2025, Wanindu Hasaranga finds place despite injury concerns

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Sri Lanka announce squad for Asia Cup 2025, Wanindu Hasaranga finds place despite injury concerns

Sri Lanka reveal their 16-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. Despite injury concerns, Wanindu Hasaranga has found a spot in the squad. The Lankan Lions are part of group B. Charith Asalanka will lead the team. Colombo: Sri Lanka announce 16-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, slated to begin on September 9. Wanindu Hasaranga, who was rested in the Zimbabwe series due to injury concerns, has found a place in the Asia Cup squad. However, it needs to be seen if the all-rounder is fit for the group stage or makes himself available for the Super 4…

Message to Trump? Xi, Putin and Kim to unite during Chinese military parade

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Aug

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Message to Trump? Xi, Putin and Kim to unite during Chinese military parade

This is expected to be Kim's first international visit in nearly six years. China remains North Korea's biggest trading partner. Russia is also considered to be a close ally of the two, and Pyongyang reportedly had even provided troops to Moscow for the Ukraine war. Beijing: In what could be seen as a message to the United States (US), North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, along with Russian President Vladimir Putin, will attend a military parade in Beijing next week, the Chinese foreign ministry has informed. The parade is a part of China's celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of…

Trump’s tariff war brings Beijing-New Delhi closer? Know about Chinese President Jinping’s secret letter to India

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Trump’s tariff war brings Beijing-New Delhi closer? Know about Chinese President Jinping’s secret letter to India

According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two sides also agreed to take practical steps to facilitate visas and promote exchanges between the media and think tanks. New Delhi: A lot is being talked about US President Donald Trump's doubling of tariffs on imports from India to 50 per cent, as a punishment for buying oil from Russia. Some of the first tariffs announced by Trump targeted China, Canada, and Mexico. However, these were later amended, increased or postponed. Earlier this month, he reportedly delayed the implementation of high US tariffs on Chinese goods for another 90 days.…

‘100% US tariffs needed,’ Kejriwal says, Modi bowed to Trump

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‘100% US tariffs needed,’ Kejriwal says, Modi bowed to Trump

Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday mounted a fierce attack on the Centre’s trade policy, urging the government to strike back at Washington with higher import tariffs rather than yield to American pressure. The Aam Aadmi Party leader said India must respond firmly to the United States’ tariff regime, suggesting that if Washington imposes 50 per cent duties, New Delhi should reply with 100 per cent to protect its national interests. “Other countries did not bow down, they imposed higher tariffs. We should also impose higher tariffs. If the US is imposing 50 per cent tariffs, we should double it…

The Nilgiris story: A showcase of curated line of shawls, scarves, home textiles, and linen saris, handcrafted by Toda artisans

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Lifestyle

The Nilgiris story: A showcase of curated line of shawls, scarves, home textiles, and linen saris, handcrafted by Toda artisans

Seated on the grasslands in remote hamlets, usually under the shade of a large tree, the Toda women of the Nilgiris engage in their art — a distinctive, Geotagged black and red embroidery — singing full-throated songs that talk of damp grass, warm sunlight, and mountain air. Deeply inspired by Nature, this intricate pukhoor (motif) embroidery meticulously follows the warp and weft of the base cloth, creating a stunning visual effect. Artisans count threads purely by touch, gently stretching the fabric as they stitch — a testament to their extraordinary skill and intuition. Ramya Reddy, author of the book Soul…

Dane van Niekerk not part of ODI World Cup plans, confirms head coach Mandla Mashimbyi

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Aug

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Dane van Niekerk not part of ODI World Cup plans, confirms head coach Mandla Mashimbyi

Dane van Niekerk won't be part of South Africa's Women's World Cup squad, confirms coach Mandla Mashimbyi. Though not selected, she's training with the team and being considered for future series after reversing her retirement. Durban: Former Proteas Women captain Dane van Niekerk will not feature in South Africa’s squad for the upcoming Women’s Cricket World Cup, head coach Mandla Mashimbyi confirmed on Wednesday. “She’s definitely not part of this World Cup, she won’t be going,” Mashimbyi told reporters during the national training camp currently underway at Kingsmead Stadium. Van Niekerk’s presence at the Durban camp has sparked speculation after…

How Japan has been a central force behind India’s development journey: Explained

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How Japan has been a central force behind India’s development journey: Explained

Japan’s influence on India’s industrial growth goes far beyond infrastructure projects. The entry of Suzuki into India in the early 1980s through a strategic partnership with Maruti Udyog sparked a revolution in the country’s automobile sector. New Delhi: India’s development story has been deeply intertwined with Japan for decades. Since 1958, Japan has been one of the most consistent supporters of India’s growth through Official Development Assistance (ODA). Over the years, India has received more than Rs 6.5 lakh crore (approximately $80+ billion) in Japanese ODA loans, making Japan one of the largest bilateral donors to India. These loans, extended…

Indian Railways to upgrade Vande Bharat Express trains with more coaches on seven routes, check full list

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Indian Railways to upgrade Vande Bharat Express trains with more coaches on seven routes, check full list

Vande Bharat Express: A Railway Board official further said apart from these upgrades, more 20-car Vande Bharat trains will be ready for launches and one 16-car train will be available for augmentation. New Delhi: Train passengers will enjoy more comfort as the Indian Railways said it will soon upgrade the Vande Bharat Express trains with more coaches on seven operational routes after considering the high occupancy of passengers. An Indian Railways official told news agency PTI that at present four 8 coaches (also called cars) and three 16 coaches Vande Bharat trains are operational on these routes. “The 16-car…

PV Sindhu stuns world no. 2 Wang Zhi Yi, advances to BWF World Championships quarter-finals

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PV Sindhu stuns world no. 2 Wang Zhi Yi, advances to BWF World Championships quarter-finals

India's star shuttler PV Sindhu put in an exceptional performance at the BWF World Championship, taking on world number 2 Wang Zhi Yi, Sindhu pulled off an incredible showing, advancing to the tournament's quarter-finals. New Delhi: India’s badminton star PV Sindhu looked in incredible touch as she defeated the world number 2, Wang Zhi Yi, in straight games. Registering a commanding 21-17, 21-15 victory, Sindhu made it to the quarter-finals of the BWF World Championships. It is worth noting that this is the first time that Sindhu has made it to the tournament’s quarter-finals since 2019. What many deemed an…

Trump adviser Hassett’s fresh warning to India over tariffs: ‘US won’t budge unless…’

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Trump adviser Hassett’s fresh warning to India over tariffs: ‘US won’t budge unless…’

US National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett called trade negotiations with New Delhi ‘complicated’ and accused India of "intransigence" in opening its markets to American products. Washington: A day after US tariffs of 50% on goods from India took effect, the US President's top economic advisor on Thursday issued another warning, saying if India fails to curb its Russian crude trade, the US will not ease its stance on Washington's punitive tariffs on Indian imports. US National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett called trade negotiations with New Delhi 'complicated' and accused India of 'intransigence' in opening its markets to American…