The Press Editor

08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami welcomes Rishabh Pant’s request, promises help with land purchase

New Delhi: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has assured Rishabh Pant of government support after the India keeper-batter sought help in acquiring land in his native state. Dhami on Saturday clarified that the officials would speak to Pant and provide the necessary assistance.  Notably, Pant had earlier said he had been trying to purchase land in Uttarakhand for nearly three years as he looks to move his base from Delhi. He highlighted that on X, tagging the CM late at night, expressing his desire to be back in his homeland but has found difficulty in the process.  “Anyone who…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s struggle against left-arm pacers continues; Devdutt Padikkal manages half-century

Colombo: India had a rough start with the bat in the practice game against Sri Lanka XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Ground in Colombo. Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal struggled to make any sort of impact, scoring a two-ball duck ahead of the two-match Test series, starting August 15. Left-arm pacer Vishwa Fernando removed the India opener with the second ball of the innings.  Jaiswal offered a simple catch at gully after attempting to play a delivery outside the off-stump channel without moving his feet. It has been a constant issue for the Mumbai cricketer, who has faced difficulty in dealing…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Andrew Flintoff resigns from England Lions, set for next chapter in Australia

New Delhi: Andrew Flintoff has left his position as England Lions head coach after almost two years in charge. The former England all-rounder is now preparing to take up his new role with Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League later this year. Notably, Flintoff became Lions head coach in September 2024 and has now decided to end his tenure after working with England’s emerging players and coaches. “Unfortunately, I've made the decision to step away from my role with the Lions. Not only have I enjoyed my time having the opportunity to work with the best young cricketers in…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Rashid Khan claims six wickets to help Afghanistan beat Ireland in second ODI

New Delhi: Star spinner Rashid Khan claimed six wickets as Afghanistan secured a comfortable 92-run win over Ireland in the second ODI of the five-match series at Bready Cricket Club. Notably, the first match of the series was called off due to rain and it affected the second contest as well.  The match was reduced to 47 overs per side after rain delayed the start. Returning from injury, Paul Stirling won the toss and elected to bowl first, while newly-appointed Afghanistan skipper Rahmat Shah wasn’t too unhappy. The idea behind choosing to bowl first was to use the overcast conditions…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Will Australia Test players be available for IPL 2027? Head coach hints at possible plan

New Delhi: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that the national team will have to make difficult decisions over the participation of their Test players in next year’s IPL as the team prepares for an exceptionally demanding international schedule. Notably, Australia’s calendar from Thursday includes 20 Tests and 14 white-ball matches across 12 months, with a five-Test tour of India followed by a one-off 150th anniversary Test against England and a five-Test Ashes series in England. The IPL is expected to take place from mid-March to the end of May, before a potential World Test Championship final in June.…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Entertainment

Varun Dhawan to star in YRF’s first horror film

Actor Varun Dhawan is set to headline Yash Raj Films' first-ever horror feature, marking the banner's entry into the genre with a theatrical release planned for 2027, according to sources close to YRF.   The film will be directed by Abhay Pannu, best known for 'Rocket Boys'. He has also written the screenplay. The project is scheduled to go on floors later this year.   An industry source confirmed Dhawan's casting, saying, "Varun has come on board as the lead for YRF's first horror film."   Also read: Varun Dhawan's ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ now on June 12…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Sports

Rishabh Pant requests Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami’s help to purchase land with late-night tweet

New Delhi: Star India cricketer Rishabh Pant has requested Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to help him acquire land in the state. In a late-night tweet, the keeper-batter mentioned that he wants to move his base from Delhi and build his first house in his native Uttarakhand. However, it was only a couple of months back when the former Test vice-captain rejoined Delhi Capitals from Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL.  In the post, Pant clarified that his attempts to purchase land over the past three years had been unsuccessful and described the process as a “nightmare”. Hailing from…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

Leonardo Da Vinci: Quote of the day by Leonardo Da Vinci: “Why does the eye see a thing more clearly in dreams than the imagination when awake?”

Leonardo da Vinci was an Italian painter, sculptor, and architect, often called the archetype of the “Renaissance man.” He is renowned for creating masterpieces like The Last Supper, the Mona Lisa, and The Virgin of the Rocks, but his notebooks show that he was equally fascinated by anatomy, optics, hydraulics, flight, and the mechanics of nature.Years ago he described the beauty of imagination and dreams and spoke deeply about how humans perceive reality, creativity, and truth.Quote of the day Why does the eye see a thing more clearly in dreams than the imagination when awake?Leonardo Da VinciWhat does the quote…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

US Senate passes bill to target Russia’s energy sector. How it could affect India and China?

Washington: The US Senate has passed a bill to impose sweeping sanctions against Russia and procurers of its petroleum products, including India and China, claiming that such trade is helping Moscow fund its war against Ukraine. The bill was passed by the Senate by an overwhelming 86-11 vote.  The bill, renamed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, will now be sent to the House of Representatives. Graham was a Republican senator who passed away on July 11 and strongly pushed for sanctions against Russia due to it the Ukraine war.  However, a vote in the…

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08

Aug

By The Press Editor

Politics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed concern over the repeated disruptions of parliamentary proceedings, stating that due to the turmoil in the House, MPs have not been able to speak in the House discussions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed concern over the repeated disruptions of parliamentary proceedings, stating that due to the turmoil in the House, the country has been unable to listen to the talented MPs elected during the current session. He also expressed solidarity with TMC and Shiv Sena 'rebel' MPs.   Modi said this during a breakfast meeting with over 40 MPs from NDA constituents Nationalist Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), Shiv Sena, Republican Party of India (Athawale), Rashtriya Lok Morcha, AIADMK and UPPL. While 20 Lok Sabha members had left the TMC and joined the little-known NCPI…

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