Glasgow gold quest begins: Neeraj Chopra, Mirabai Chanu lead India’s medal hopes at Commonwealth Games 2026 | Commonwealth Games News

Neeraj Chopra and Mirabai Chanu (Image credit: Agencies) India will begin its Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow on Thursday with a compact yet accomplished 125-member contingent aiming to maximise its opportunities in a drastically trimmed programme. The Games, running from July 23Aug 2, feature just 10 sports, forcing India to recalibrate expectations after a highly…

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They can survive for 3000 years yet 1 in 5 of giant sequoias were destroyed in California fires; a NASA-funded study says controlled burns could dramatically improve their survival

Giant sequoias (Image Credit: Canva) California’s giant sequoias have stood tall for thousands of years, surviving droughts, storms and countless natural fires. Yet, in just two wildfire seasons, these ancient giants suffered unprecedented losses. Between 2020 and 2021, record-breaking wildfires are estimated to have killed nearly 17% of the world’s mature giant sequoias, roughly one…

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Delhi University Political Science department turns 75, honours former faculty and launches academic journal

University of Delhi marks Political Science department’s Diamond Jubilee with faculty, alumni and cultural programme NEW DELHI: The Department of Political Science at the University of Delhi marked its Diamond Jubilee with a commemorative programme at Vande Mataram Hall, Faculty of Arts, celebrating 75 years since its establishment. The event brought together university officials, faculty…

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Jameela Jamil sparks fierce backlash after calling British people ‘the most evil people in history’

The actress and broadcaster, best known for her role as Tahani Al-Jamil in the critically acclaimed comedy ‘The Good Place’, made the remarks during an episode of her podcast ‘Jameela Jamil: Unfiltered’ alongside television personalities Blakely Thornton and Justin. Speaking about how she shaped the character, she said, “I’m so lucky to have been part…

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‘When you fear failure, you play to save yourself’: Shreyas Iyer’s message to Team India ahead of Zimbabwe T20Is | Cricket News

Shreyas Iyer (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: After a disappointing tour of England and Ireland, India captain Shreyas Iyer has made it clear that he does not want his players to carry the fear of failure into the T20I series against Zimbabwe.The India skipper said players should not worry about what people outside the dressing room…

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Why is cricket not part of the Commonwealth Games 2026? EXPLAINED | Commonwealth Games News

Indian women’s cricket team pose with their silver medals at the Commonwealth Games 2022. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The 2026 Commonwealth Games begin on Thursday in Glasgow, Scotland. However, fans will notice that several popular sports, including cricket. Apart from cricket, hockey, badminton and wrestling, are also missing from this year’s programme.The number of sports…

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