Former India hockey captain Viren Rasquinha stressed the importance of a strong defense for India’s success at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He highlighted the team’s vulnerability to penalty corners and urged for a team-oriented defensive approach. Rasquinha believes India’s chances of winning the tournament depend heavily on the performance of goalkeeper P. R. Sreejesh and captain Harmanpreet Singh.
South Africa’s valiant effort in the one-off Test against India in Chennai, despite a heavy defeat, underscored the need for more women’s Test cricket. The Proteas’ resilience, particularly Laura Wolvaardt’s 122 and Sune Luus’s crucial innings, showcased the format’s potential for thrilling battles. The match also brought to light the disparity in experience and opportunity between the top Test-playing nations and those like South Africa who lack domestic red-ball structures. This compelling performance has added further weight to the calls for increased investment in women’s Test cricket, both within and across international boundaries.
Indian athlete Parul Chaudhary has qualified for both the 3000m steeplechase and the 5000m race at the upcoming Paris Olympics. This makes her the only Indian track and field athlete to qualify for two events. Meanwhile, Jeswin Aldrin has a chance to secure his Olympic spot in the long jump due to an injury to M Sreeshankar.
A tragic stampede occurred at a religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district, resulting in the deaths of at least 107 people and injuring several others. The incident took place during a ‘satsang’ in Pulrai village where a large crowd had gathered.
India’s power ministry is likely to revise its peak electricity demand projections upwards after a record-breaking heatwave pushed demand to unprecedented levels. The ministry acknowledges that the current projection of 384 GW by 2031-32 might be an underestimate and could even reach 400 GW. To meet this increased demand, India’s power generation capacity will need to be significantly boosted, with a focus on both thermal and renewable energy sources.
A tragic stampede during a Hindu religious gathering in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has resulted in the deaths of over 107 people, including women and children. The incident, which occurred due to overcrowding, has prompted the UP government to launch an investigation and provide aid to the victims.
A tragic stampede during a Hindu religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district has claimed the lives of 27 people, including 23 women, three children, and a man. The incident occurred due to overcrowding at the ‘Satsang’ event in Pulrai village. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences to the families of the victims and instructed officials to provide immediate relief and investigate the cause of the tragedy.
Yatra Online Limited, India’s leading corporate travel services provider, has secured a contract with Cipla Limited, a global pharmaceutical giant, to manage their travel needs. This partnership will see Yatra deliver customized travel solutions for Cipla’s workforce, including a dedicated self-booking platform for domestic travel.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is set to announce the new NEET PG 2024 exam date later this week, following the postponement of the original June 23 exam. This article also highlights 10 prominent medical institutes in the southern states of India, offering valuable information for aspiring medical professionals.
Biraja Rout, founder of Biggies Burger, is a true inspiration. He turned a simple passion for burgers into a multi-crore company, proving that with dedication and hard work, anything is possible. Starting with just Rs 20,000, Rout built a successful QSR brand that caters to the Indian palate and has become a national favourite.
