February 22, 2026
  • February 22, 2026

Why India need Pakistan win over NZ to secure semifinal berth

by on October 13, 2024 0

India’s chances for a Women’s T20 World Cup semifinal spot dimmed after a nine-run defeat to Australia. Despite finishing second in Group A, India’s progression depends on Pakistan beating New Zealand in Monday’s match. A Pakistan win would advance India on net run rate, while a New Zealand victory would secure the last semifinal...

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Diamond is mined stone, not lab-grown, says gems trade body

by on October 13, 2024 0

India’s GJEPC has adopted new standards for defining a diamond, now requiring it to refer only to natural stones mined from the earth. This move aligns with the USA’s FTC guidelines and aims to prevent lab-grown diamonds from being misrepresented. GJEPC is urging updates to the Consumer Protection Act to reflect this definition.

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STEM to STEAM: Global forum eyes higher education focus on arts too

by on October 13, 2024 0

The Global University Association Forum’s third meeting in Beijing prioritized AI in education, academic equivalence for global mobility, and sustainable campuses. Expanding higher education to STEAM was emphasized. India will host the fourth conference in 2025. Agreements for research collaboration were signed between universities from India and China, aimed at providing a global platform...

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Disturbed by their screams, woman, lover kill her 2 sons

by on October 13, 2024 0

BENGALURU: A 22-year-old woman and her 30-year-old lover have been arrested for allegedly killing her two young sons, aged 2 years and 11 months, in Ramanagara district. The infants were viewed as obstacles to their illicit relationship. Suspicious behavior at a graveyard led to their arrest.

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Refund drive starts for 6cr investors in Rs 50,000 crore ponzi case

by on October 13, 2024 0

Enforcement Directorate has begun returning lost funds to nearly six crore investors targeted by the Rs 50,000 crore Pearl Group ponzi scam. It shared details of Rs 700 crore worth of attached assets with the Lodha Committee for victim restitution. Investigations revealed funds siphoned off internationally, leading to multiple property attachments, including assets in...

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