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Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has raised doubts over Sanju Samson’s chances of making it into India’s playing XI for the upcoming Asia Cup in the UAE. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Kaif suggested that the competition for batting spots is extremely intense, and Samson may struggle to find a place in the top order. Kaif’s Assessment of India’s Batting Order Kaif pointed out that with the current form and structure of the squad, Samson doesn’t seem to fit into the top four batting positions. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “I think Sanju Samson’s place in the XI…

Bengaluru-based Ceramed Engineers will establish a full-scale municipal water recycling plant using direct nanofiltration (DNF) technology in partnership with the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB), the company said. The project, currently in its validation phase, will treat sewage water from one of the BWSSB’s sewage treatment plants and upgrade it for reuse in applications such as HVAC (heating , ventilation, air conditioning) cooling systems and construction. The plant is expected to achieve a recovery rate of 85 per cent treated water with just 15 per cent reject, making it one of the most efficient solutions in the sector,…

Vijay TVK Maanadu In Madurai: Actor-turned-politician Vijay, chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), made a series of sharp statements at the party’s state conference in Madurai, emphasising that his political ambitions are driven by a commitment to the people, not by a decline in his film career. This comes as, Vijay previously declared that his upcoming film ‘Jana Nayagan’ would be his last, signaling his full dedication to politics. Vijay Takes A Dig At Film Industry Peers Addressing lakhs of supporters, Vijay took a pointed dig at fellow actors-turned-politicians (speculated as Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan) asserting that unlike them, he…

Almost everything had gone wrong on Alec Luhn’s solo hike in a national park in Norway.Luhn, 38, had spent six days without food, water or a working phone, as he dealt with serious injuries. But then, miraculously, he was rescued from a remote and steep mountain this month.“It was a really great ending to a story that started with a couple of bad decisions,” Luhn said in a phone interview from a hospital in Bergen, Norway, on Tuesday. “Hopefully, there are things to be learned from it for other people, as well.” Here’s his story. ‘Disaster struck.’ Luhn and his…

The Karnataka government has referred the Karnataka Crowd Control (Managing Crowd at Events and Places of Gathering) Bill, 2025 to a House Committee for further scrutiny, following heated debate in the Assembly on Thursday.The bill was introduced a day earlier in response to the tragic stampede during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s maiden IPL title celebration, which claimed 11 lives. The Bill seeks to clearly define accountability in case of such disasters and regulate permissions for large gatherings.Also read: After Chinnaswamy stampede, Karnataka police drafts new SOP for crowd control and CPR trainingAccording to the draft, permissions for events will depend…

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday extended strong support to the INDIA bloc’s Vice-Presidential nominee and former Supreme Court judge, Justice B Sudershan Reddy, calling it a matter of national interest and pride for the Telugu people of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The AAP chief revealed that Justice Reddy had met him personally and discussed the prevailing situation in the country.  Speaking in Delhi, Kejriwal said, “Justice Reddy is Telugu and this is a matter of Telugu pride for the people of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The political parties from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana should vote for the nation…

Ahead of the start of the 12th edition of the Pro Kabaddi League, Dabang Delhi KC have confirmed star raider Ashu Malik as their captain. Ashu had also led Dabang Delhi KC last year and finished Season 11 as the league’s top scorer with the most raid points. Notbaly, the 22-year-old Ashu has been the focal point of Delhi’s attack. He has shown remarkable consistency and maturity and leading from the front. Dabang Delhi KC, the only team to make the playoffs in each of the last six PKL seasons, has once again placed their faith in Ashu’s leadership to…

A new directive from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) has sparked intense debate and anger across the nation. The government has greenlit India’s participation in international events that include teams from Pakistan, a policy shift that has been met with furious public backlash, particularly ahead of the highly anticipated Asia Cup clash in Dubai on September 14.While the new policy maintains a strict ban on bilateral competitions, it allows for contests in multilateral tournaments, a distinction that many find unacceptable in the current geopolitical climate.  This decision comes just months after a brutal terror attack in Pahalgam,…

Saffron, often called the “golden spice,” is one of the most expensive and exotic spices in the world. Known for its vibrant colour, unique aroma, and rich flavour, saffron has been used in cooking, traditional medicine, and skincare for centuries. Beyond its culinary charm, saffron is loaded with powerful compounds that provide numerous health benefits. Here are 7 surprising health benefits of saffron you probably didn’t know:- 1. Boosts Mood and Fights Depression Saffron is often referred to as the “sunshine spice” because of its mood-boosting properties. Studies suggest that saffron may help reduce symptoms of mild to moderate depression…

The BCCI has introduced a new fitness challenge for Indian cricketers, the Bronco Test. Already popular in rugby and used by the New Zealand All Blacks, this high-intensity running drill will now be a key part of assessing the fitness levels of Team India, alongside the Yo-Yo Test and the 2 km time-trial. What Is the Bronco Test? The Bronco Test is designed to measure an athlete’s endurance, stamina, and mental toughness. It involves continuous shuttle runs over distances of 20m, 40m, and 60m, repeated five times without any rest. In total, players cover 1,200 meters, and the goal is…