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Protima may be among 24 bodies found

DARCHULA: Three days after the landslide in Malpa in which at least 200 people were feared killed, relief work is still stuck. Officials are waiting since operation by road has become impossible after torrential rains. Rescue workers have reportedly recovered 24 bodies in Malpa. This includes bodies of nine women of whom one is suspected to be noted dancer Protima Bedi.

Paes stuns Sampras

NEW HAVEN: Leander Paes registered his career8217;s biggest victory when he stunned world No 2 Pete Sampras 6-3 6-2 in straight sets to storm into the fourth round of the 875,000 Pilot Pen tennis tournament tonight.