Month: September 2023

Indian-Americans condemn increasing instances of hate against Hindus in Canada

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Indian-Americans condemn increasing instances of hate against Hindus in Canada

The Indian flag is seen flying at the High Commission of India in Ottawa, Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023. | Photo Credit: AP A group of eminent Indian-Americans has condemned the brazen hateful comments and a hostile environment against Hindus in Canada and asked Ottawa not to mix freedom of expression with freedom for terror and…

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World

Drones May Deliver Medicines And Groceries In Kolkata’s New Town Soon

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Drones May Deliver Medicines And Groceries In Kolkata’s New Town Soon

The service will expand to other parts of the city as well. (Representational) Kolkata: People of Kolkata, especially the ones living in the New Town area, are likely to get various commodities such as medicines, groceries and food delivered to their doorsteps with the help of drones soon, as a Delhi-based logistics solution provider is…

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Nation

SEBI asks MCX to put launch of new platform on hold

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SEBI asks MCX to put launch of new platform on hold

Representational image of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) headquarters in Mumbai | Photo Credit: Reuters Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) on Friday said the country’s markets regulator has asked the company to put on hold the proposed go-live of its new commodity derivatives platform planned for next week. The Securities and…

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Business

Clues to ancient Kosi superflood say it could happen again today

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Clues to ancient Kosi superflood say it could happen again today

At Rajiv Sinha’s laboratory in IIT Kanpur lie soil, sand, and rocks drilled out from across thousands of metres under the Karnali, Ganga, and Kosi rivers. Each sample, called a “sedimentary core” is held in a container 7.6 cm wide; together, they create snapshots of the rivers’ ancient history. Every centimetre of these cores reveals…

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Science

New York City’s Hotspots Sinking Faster Than Others, Reveals New NASA Report

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New York City’s Hotspots Sinking Faster Than Others, Reveals New NASA Report

The threat presented by the city’s sinking is being worsened by increasing sea levels. New York City is collapsing beneath the weight of its own city and among the first areas to be affected by such a tragedy are LaGuardia Airport, Arthur Ashe Stadium and Coney Island, according to a recent NASA report. The five…

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World

Passengers Assault Driver, Flee With Taxi In Thane, Case Filed: Cops

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Passengers Assault Driver, Flee With Taxi In Thane, Case Filed: Cops

The police put the total robbery amount at Rs 8.11 lakh. (Representational) Thane: The police in Maharashtra’s Thane have launched a hunt for six persons who allegedly booked a cab but fled with the vehicle after assaulting and robbing the driver, an official said on Thursday. The incident took place on Wednesday when the complainant,…

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Asian Games: Palak Gets Record-Breaking Gold, Esha Wins Silver In Women’s 10 m Air Pistol Final

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Asian Games: Palak Gets Record-Breaking Gold, Esha Wins Silver In Women’s 10 m Air Pistol Final

The Indian contingent’s unprecedented run in shooting at the ongoing Asian Games in Hangzhou continues as 17-year-old Palak secured a gold medal while 18-year-old Esha Singh secured a silver medal in the 10m air pistol women’s individual final on Friday. With an individual score of 242.1 points, Palak not only won the gold, but also…

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Sports

“If India Win This World Cup…”: AB de Villiers Drops Bold Virat Kohli Retirement Statement

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“If India Win This World Cup…”: AB de Villiers Drops Bold Virat Kohli Retirement Statement

Virat Kohli could decide to retire after 2023 ODI World Cup, as per AB de Villiers© AFP The ODI World Cup 2023 has arrived, and it won’t be unfair to say some of the biggest names in the sport could decide to hang their boots after the tournament is finished. When it comes to the…

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