Author: Arijit Bose

Smriti Mandhana Surpasses Mithali Raj to Become Highest Run-Scorer in Women’s International Cricket

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana created history on Thursday night by becoming the highest run-scorer in women’s international cricket, surpassing former India captain Mithali Raj’s long-standing record. Mandhana achieved the milestone during a sensational innings against Hong Kong in the ACC Women’s Asia Cup T20 tournament in Dubai. Her second T20 international century powered India to a commanding 137-run victory and helped the team secure a place in the semi-finals from Group A. Mandhana’s tally reached 10,880 international runs, taking her past Mithali Raj’s previous record of 10,868 runs.…

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World Map May Change, but India’s Sovereignty Will Not: A Debate Over Accurate Mapping

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: A recent United Nations initiative on improving the accuracy of world maps has triggered renewed discussion over geography, historical representation and national sovereignty. India has supported efforts aimed at promoting more scientifically accurate representations of the relative sizes of continents and countries, while maintaining that any depiction of its territory must conform to its official position. The debate centres on the longstanding limitations of conventional world maps, particularly the Mercator projection, which was developed in the 16th century primarily to assist maritime navigation. While the projection preserves directions…

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Krishnanagar Police’s Prompt Action Saves Life of Youth After Poisoning Incident

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Quick action and timely intervention by the Krishnanagar Police helped save the life of a young man who allegedly consumed a poisonous substance in the LDA First Chowki area of Lucknow. The incident was reported on September 3, when a patrolling police team received information that a youth had consumed a poisonous substance near Reading Cafe. Acting swiftly on the information, LDA First Chowki In-charge Sub-Inspector Pradeep Kumar Singh, along with his team, reached the spot under the direction of the Krishnanagar Station House Officer. Without wasting time, the…

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Centre Clears ₹1.10 Lakh Crore Defence Procurement Plan, 98% Purchases to Come from Indian Firms

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: In a major push to strengthen India’s military preparedness and operational capabilities, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved defence procurement proposals worth around ₹1.10 lakh crore for the Army, Navy and Air Force. The approved acquisitions include helicopters, advanced radars, CBRN reconnaissance vehicles, mine-laying systems, mobile bridging equipment and several other modern military platforms. A major feature of the procurement package is its strong emphasis on indigenous defence manufacturing. Rajnath Singh said on social media that nearly 98 per cent of…

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IIT Madras Opens School Connect Programme for Class 9-12 Students Across 17 Future-Focused Fields

Arijit Bose

Chennai: Students from Class 9 onwards can now get an early exposure to the academic and career opportunities offered by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) through its School Connect Programme. The initiative has been designed for students from Classes 9 to 12 and introduces them to emerging and interdisciplinary fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Electronic Systems and Chemical Engineering. A notable feature of the latest programme is the inclusion of Class 9 students, giving them an opportunity to explore potential areas of interest at…

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Champat Rai Re-emerges in Ram Temple Affairs, Visits Pilgrim Service Centre

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: Former general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, Champat Rai, has reportedly become active again in the affairs of the Ram Temple following the appointment of a new full-time general secretary and the temple trust’s first Chief Executive Officer. Rai recently visited the Pilgrim Service Centre for the first time since the controversy surrounding the alleged theft of offerings at the Ram Temple. He reportedly spent nearly an hour interacting with employees, enquiring about their well-being and telling them to inform him if they faced any…

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Old Staff Return to Ram Temple as New General Secretary Reverses Earlier Decisions

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: Several employees who were removed from their previous responsibilities or transferred during the tenure of interim general secretary Krishna Mohan at the Ram Temple are reportedly being reinstated following the appointment of the new general secretary, Govind Dev. According to the report, a number of decisions taken during Krishna Mohan’s tenure are now being reviewed or reversed, with several employees being restored to their earlier positions and responsibilities. Among those being reinstated are employees described in the report as being close to Vinod Rao and Anil Mishra. The developments…

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LDA Set to Launch Two Major Housing Schemes in Lucknow, Registration for 6,000 Plots to Open

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: People looking to purchase a residential plot in Lucknow may soon get a major opportunity, with the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) preparing to launch its Naimesh Nagar and Varun Vihar residential schemes during the festive occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is expected to formally inaugurate the two housing schemes, with the online registration process for plots likely to begin on the same day. The launch is tentatively expected on September 13 or 14. The two schemes will offer residential plots ranging from 72 square metres to…

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Anand Dwivedi XI Clinch Thrilling Friendly Cricket Match in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A friendly cricket match between Neeraj Singh XI and Anand Dwivedi XI was organised at the CMS Ground in Lucknow, bringing together players and guests for an engaging sporting contest. The match was formally inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, who performed the toss and encouraged the players before the game got underway. Both teams put up an impressive display of cricket, making the contest an exciting and closely fought affair. After a competitive battle on the field, Anand Dwivedi XI emerged victorious and lifted the…

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Project Praveen Emerges as New Launchpad for Youth Skills in Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is emerging as one of the country’s leading states in skill development, with the state government’s flagship Project Praveen showing encouraging results in preparing young people for future technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). Launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the initiative seeks to bridge the digital divide between rural and urban youth by introducing technology-oriented skill development at the school level. As part of the programme, nearly 50,000 students participated in the state-level assessment for the four-hour “AI for All” course conducted by the…

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