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India’s left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav has yet to feature in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. Despite conditions at Edgbaston that were conducive to spin, he was left out in favor of Washington Sundar, whose inclusion added more depth to the batting order. In the Manchester Test, where pace hasn’t been particularly effective, Shardul Thakur returned to the playing XI following an injury to Nitish Kumar Reddy. As India’s bowlers continue to find it difficult to dismiss England, questions have been raised about the continued omission of Kuldeep in favor of batting depth. During the post-match press conference, bowling coach Morne…

Male, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Maldives’ former President Mohamed Nasheed on Saturday and assured him of New Delhi’s support for Male through capacity building and developmental cooperation. PM Modi stated that Nasheed has always been a strong advocate of “deeper friendship” between India and the Maldives. In a post shared on X, PM Modi stated, “Met the former President of Maldives, Mr. Mohamed Nasheed. He has always been a strong advocate of a deeper India-Maldives friendship. Spoke about how the Maldives will always be a valued pillar of our ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and…

Los Angeles, July 25 (IANS) Two attendants were injured after a Southwest flight out of Southern California was forced to descend to avoid a potential midair collision. The crew of Southwest Flight 1496 responded to two onboard traffic alerts Friday afternoon while climbing out of Hollywood Burbank Airport, requiring them to climb and descend to comply with the alerts. The flight continued to Las Vegas, where it landed uneventfully, according to a Southwest Airlines statement. “Southwest is engaged with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to further understand the circumstances,” said the airline in the statement, adding: “No injuries were immediately…

World IVF Day, also known as World Embryologist Day, is celebrated on the 25th of July every year. In vitro fertilisation (IVF) has hugely changed the way several couples can cope with infertility issues. Experts say what was earlier a last resort for mainstream reproductive care in India is now safe and increasingly successful. “Couples walk in with anxiety and questions,” says Dr Ila Gupta, Chairperson & Chief IVF Consultant at Pristyn Care Ferticity. “IVF allows us to assess, clinically intervene, and present a clear path ahead.”  IVF: A Guided Medical Process, Not A Gamble  IVF involves fertilising an egg…

Phnom Penh, July 26 (IANS) The Indian Embassy in Cambodia on Saturday advised Indians to avoid travelling to the border areas due to the ongoing clashes between Thailand and Cambodia at the border. It has also asked Indians to contact the embassy in case of any emergency. In a statement released on X, the Indian Embassy in Cambodia stated, “In view of the ongoing clashes at the Cambodia-Thailand border, Indian nationals are advised to avoid travelling to the border areas. In case of any emergency, Indian nationals may approach the Embassy of India, Phnom Penh at +855 92881676 or email…

England and India continue their battle in the ongoing fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 at Manchester, with the home side currently in control. Day 4 of the match will take place on July 26, and all eyes will be on whether India can make a comeback. While the bowlers have failed to give fans even a glimmer of hope on Day 3, the indian netizens are hoping for a rain on Day 4 that could possibly turn this match to a potential draw. While English fans are hoping exactly opposite as their team is in commanding position and…

Tim David produced a breathtaking display of power-hitting to register the fastest T20I century by an Australian, guiding his team to a thrilling six-wicket win and an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series at Warner Park, Basseterre. Cricket fans in Australia woke up to witness a high-scoring contest after the West Indies posted a daunting 214/4 when put in to bat. Skipper Shai Hope led from the front, scoring his maiden T20I century in just 55 balls, becoming only the second West Indies batter after Chris Gayle to achieve the feat. David Turns the Game Around Chasing a mammoth…

Sydney, July 26 (IANS) Sydney police are investigating separate shootings at two residences in the city’s western suburbs, said the state police on Saturday. Police in the state of New South Wales (NSW) said on Saturday that officers were called to reports of gunshots being fired into the first home in Croydon Park, 10 km west of central Sydney, around 8 p.m. on Friday. One man, three women and two children were inside the premises at the time but there were no reported injuries. Officers were told that a man was seen on foot firing two shots from a pistol…

According to Spoorthi S, fitness expert, cult “HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is generally popular because of it’s effectiveness and efficiency in a short duration. It helps you to simultaneously work on your muscular as well as cardiovascular health, it also helps improve overall metabolism.” However, individuals over 40 may have concerns about injury risks associated with such intense workouts. The good news is that by taking several precautionary steps, HIIT can become a safe and enjoyable way to stay fit at any age. 1. Start slow and always prioritise form Something as dynamic as HIIT, requires a cautious approach.…

The Indian bowlers faced a tough challenge on Day 3 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, Manchester, as England dominated with the bat. Jasprit Bumrah managed his only breakthrough in the 125th over, while Mohammed Siraj struck in the 130th over by dismissing Chris Woakes. Both pacers appeared to be struggling physically and were unable to deliver early breakthroughs with the second new ball. After the day’s play, India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel provided an update on their fitness, minimizing concerns about any serious injuries. Both bowlers didn’t bowl after the new ball was taken due to the injuries. …