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Asia Cup: Sri Lanka qualify for Super Fours along with Bangladesh; Afghanistan knocked out
Kusal Mendis’s composed 74 led Sri Lanka to a six-wicket victory over Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi, securing their spot in the Asia Cup’s Super Four stage and eliminating Afghanistan. Nuwan Thushara’s four wickets restricted Afghanistan to 169, despite Mohammad Nabi’s explosive 60. Sri Lanka’s composed batting and Afghanistan’s fielding errors proved decisive in the pressure…
Salt pan to seaport: Odisha, Centre to sign MoU for Rs 21,500 crore port at Bahuda in Ganjam district
Odisha is set to witness a significant boost in its maritime infrastructure with a Rs 70,000 crore investment. The state government is partnering with Sagarmala Finance Corporation and other port authorities to develop a deep-sea greenfield port at Bahuda and a port-led industrial zone.
Cong to bring no-trust motion; party lacks numbers, says BJP
The Congress party in Odisha is set to introduce a no-confidence motion against the Mohan Charan Majhi government, citing failures in governance, law and order, and public welfare. Despite lacking the necessary numbers, Congress has garnered support from a CPI(M) legislator and seeks backing from the BJD.
$54m carbon cloud: Pablo Torre uncovers mysterious Los Angeles Clippers payments reportedly linked to Kawhi Leonard
The Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard face scrutiny over alleged under-the-table payments via a shell corporation. Journalist Pablo Torre’s investigation, spurred by Mark Cuban’s comments, highlights a $56 million carbon credit deal between the Clippers and Aspiration, coinciding with Leonard’s Aspiration contract. Aspiration’s bankruptcy revealed a $7 million payment to a company linked to…
Senior lawyer withdraws from legal team announced by AAP to challenge Doda MLA’s detention under PSA
Senior lawyer withdraws from legal team announced by AAP to challenge Doda MLA’s detention under PSA
WHO’s ‘best buys’ for health: Small changes that can prevent millions of deaths due to heart disease, cancer, diabetes and more
Alarmingly, noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health conditions cause millions of deaths annually, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes cost-effective solutions, potentially saving lives and generating economic benefits. WHO urges governments and individuals to adopt ‘Best Buys’ like taxing harmful substances, promoting healthier diets, and routine health checks.
‘Our next Chrome era is just beginning…’: CEO Sundar Pichai after Google announces Gemini in Chrome
Google is integrating its AI model, Gemini, into the Chrome browser to compete with AI startups like OpenAI. CEO Sundar Pichai emphasizes that this move will enhance the browser’s safety and intelligence. Gemini will assist users with tasks such as understanding webpages, managing multiple tabs, scheduling meetings, and searching for content.
Traffic constable murder case: Accused parked car with body on CP office premises
Constable Deepak Kumar Rout has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife, Subhamitra Sahoo. Shockingly, Rout is suspected of parking his car, with her body inside, at the commissionerate police headquarters for several hours. He allegedly strangled her in his car and later disposed of the body in Keonjhar with the help of two others,…