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West Bengal panchayat elections, re-polling is scheduled to take place in over 600 booths across five districts tomorrow.

10Jul

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Politics

West Bengal panchayat elections, re-polling is scheduled to take place in over 600 booths across five districts tomorrow.

The State Election Commission (SEC) has announced that re-polling will be conducted in 697 booths spread across five districts in West Bengal following the violence during the panchayat polls. The districts where re-polling will take place are Purulia, Birbhum, Jalpaiguri, Nadia, and South 24 Parganas. The SEC has set the date for the re-polling as July 10, 2023, starting at 7:00 am and continuing uninterrupted until 5:00 pm. The decision to conduct re-polling aims to address concerns of ballot rigging and ensure a fair electoral process. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Khagen Murmu and BJP state general secretary Jagannath Chattopadhyay have called for re-polling, alleging misconduct and proxy voting in favor of the Trinamool Congress (TMC). The violence during the panchayat polls ...

Sri Lanka concludes the ODI World Cup qualifier with an impeccable record, as their bowlers orchestrate a significant victory in the final match.

10Jul

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Cricket, Sports

Sri Lanka concludes the ODI World Cup qualifier with an impeccable record, as their bowlers orchestrate a significant victory in the final match.

Netherlands crumbled for a mere 105 runs, even after being at a precarious 49 for 6 during their chase of a relatively modest target. Sri Lanka displayed their dominance in a match that held no significance in terms of qualification. Despite having already secured their spot in the 2023 ODI World Cup, Sri Lanka showcased their determination by defeating Netherlands by a convincing margin of 128 runs in the qualifier final. Although Sri Lanka suffered a late batting collapse, losing their final seven wickets for just 53 runs, their bowlers had already decimated the Netherlands batting lineup even before their chase began. This comprehensive victory highlighted Sri Lanka's unwavering focus and ensured they left a lasting impression on the tournament. The early damage was inflicted b...

Akshay unveils captivating footage of ‘OMG 2’, expect teaser release on the mentioned date.

10Jul

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Movies, Entertainment

Akshay unveils captivating footage of ‘OMG 2’, expect teaser release on the mentioned date.

'Oh My God 2' serves as a sequel to the acclaimed movie of the same title, featuring Paresh Rawal and Akshay Kumar in leading roles. In the original film, Akshay portrayed the character of Lord Krishna with remarkable finesse. MUMBAI: The long-awaited moment has arrived as Akshay Kumar is ready to reveal the teaser for his upcoming comedy-drama film, 'OMG 2'. Taking to Instagram, Akshay delighted his fans by sharing an enticing video showcasing his character, accompanied by a teaser announcement. In the video, Akshay is depicted strolling amidst a fervent crowd, with chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' resonating in the air. His forehead is adorned with smeared ash, and he sports blue paint and a beaded necklace around his neck, while his knee-length dreadlocks add to the mystique. Excitingly, ...

“Arrests Made: Three Railway Workers Detained in Connection with Odisha Train Tragedy”

8Jul

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Travel, Opinion

“Arrests Made: Three Railway Workers Detained in Connection with Odisha Train Tragedy”

Odisha Train Mishap: Arun Kumar Mahanta, Md Amir Khan, and Pappu Kumar, the apprehended individuals, face charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and destruction of evidence in relation to the incident. New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) apprehended three Indian Railways employees on Friday in relation to the tragic train accident in Balasore, Odisha, which occurred last month, claiming the lives of over 293 individuals and causing injuries to more than 1,000 others. The CBI had initiated an investigation into a potential criminal conspiracy surrounding the incident. The detained individuals, identified as Senior Section Engineer (signal) Arun Kumar Mahanta, Section Engineer Mohammed Amir Khan, and Technician Pappu Kumar, now face charges of culpable ho...

Introducing ‘Threads,’ the Twitter Rival by Meta: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started

7Jul

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Technology

Introducing ‘Threads,’ the Twitter Rival by Meta: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started

Meta's long-awaited competitor to Twitter, known as "Threads," has finally arrived. This Instagram-integrated application has been in the works since January and is launching amidst a tumultuous period for Twitter. In recent times, Twitter has experienced a series of transformations led by Elon Musk and the new CEO, Linda Yaccarino. Notably, the platform has recently implemented a rate limit, restricting the amount of content users can read on the platform. What is Instagram Threads? Instagram Threads is an innovative app introduced by Meta that allows users to share content in a unique way. With Threads, users have the ability to create posts consisting of up to 500 characters, along with the option to include links, photos, or videos lasting up to 5 minutes. The app is...

ISRO Announces Successful Integration of Chandrayaan-3 Spacecraft with Launch Vehicle

6Jul

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Science, Technology

ISRO Announces Successful Integration of Chandrayaan-3 Spacecraft with Launch Vehicle

On July 22, 2019, ISRO Integrates Chandrayaan-3 with Launch Vehicle, Sets Possible Launch Window for Third Lunar Mission. India's third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, commenced its journey to the moon from the Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced that it has successfully integrated the encapsulated assembly of Chandrayaan-3 with the LVM3 launch vehicle at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The milestone was shared by ISRO through a tweet. ISRO Chairman, S Somnath, had previously stated that the launch of Chandrayaan-3, India's third lunar mission, is planned to take place between July 13 and July 19. The aim of this mission is to achieve a soft landing on the moon, building upon the lessons learned from the Chandrayaan-2 missi...

‘Salaar’ Teaser Trailer: Prabhas Takes the Lead in Expensive Indian Action Saga

6Jul

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Movies, Entertainment

‘Salaar’ Teaser Trailer: Prabhas Takes the Lead in Expensive Indian Action Saga

'Salaar' by Hombale Films, an Indian production company, has unveiled a teaser for their highly anticipated action extravaganza, "Salaar," with a staggering budget of $50 million. The film stars Prabhas, renowned for his role in "Baahubali," and is directed by Prashanth Neel, internationally recognized for his work on the popular "K.G.F." franchise. Prabhas, a prominent figure in Telugu cinema, leads a formidable ensemble cast that includes Shruti Haasan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jagapathi Babu, Easwari Rao, and Shriya Reddy. The movie is being produced by Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Films, based in Bangalore. Hombale Films, the same production house behind the groundbreaking success of "K.G.F: Chapter 1" in 2018, which became a hit across India, and "K.G.F: Chapter 2," the highest-gros...

Triumph introduces the Speed 400 with an affordable price tag of Rs 2.33 lakh

5Jul

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Life Style, Travel

Triumph introduces the Speed 400 with an affordable price tag of Rs 2.33 lakh

Enthusiastic customers who secure the first 10,000 bookings will have the opportunity to own the Triumph Speed for an exclusive price of Rs 2.23 lakh, making it only Rs 2,000 pricier than the fully-loaded Classic 350. Just a week after the global unveiling of the Triumph 400 duo, the Triumph Speed 400 has made its official debut in India. Priced at Rs 2.33 lakh (ex-showroom, India), the Speed 400 is now available for purchase. The launch of the Scrambler 400 X in India is scheduled for a later date. The Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X share several key features and specifications: Engine: Both bikes are equipped with a liquid-cooled, 398cc, single-cylinder engine named the TR-series. It produces 40hp at 8,000rpm and 37.5Nm of torque at 6,500rpm. The power output is comparabl...

IDFC First Bank’s stock has experienced a decline due to concerns surrounding the merger ratio

5Jul

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Finance, Business

IDFC First Bank’s stock has experienced a decline due to concerns surrounding the merger ratio

According to Nuvama Alternative Research, IDFC First Bank is considered the top probable contender for inclusion in the MSCI August 2023 Standard Index. However, for the stock to meet the requirements for inclusion, it would need to experience a rally of approximately 10 percent from its current levels. On July 4, the share price of IDFC First Bank declined by over 5 percent following the announcement of the share swap ratio for its merger with IDFC Ltd. Shareholders of IDFC Ltd will receive 155 equity shares of IDFC First Bank for every 100 equity shares held. Based on the closing price on July 3, IDFC shareholders are receiving a premium of 17 percent, indicating a premium of 24 percent based on the previous Friday's closing price. As a result, IDFC Ltd's stock surged 2 percent, wh...

India emerges victorious in the SAFF Championships! In a thrilling penalty shootout

5Jul

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Sports

India emerges victorious in the SAFF Championships! In a thrilling penalty shootout

In an electrifying finale between India and Kuwait at the SAFF 2023 Final, India demonstrated their prowess by defeating Kuwait 5-4 in a gripping penalty shootout. With this remarkable victory, India secures the SAFF Championships title for the ninth time. This triumph marks India's ninth trophy in the history of the SAFF Championship, having participated in 14 editions of the tournament. In the first half of the match, Kuwait initially took the lead with a goal from Shabib Al Khaldi in the 14th minute. However, India managed to equalize before halftime with a goal from Lallianzuala Chhangte in the 38th minute. Ultimately, the game was decided in a penalty shootout, where India emerged victorious. Their goalkeeper, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, made a crucial save, denying Kuwait's Khalid E...