Red card drama as PV Sindhu loses to Chen Yufei; Lakshya Sen stumped by a lefty again

Sports January 23, 2026

India's top badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen both faced defeats in straight games in their respective quarterfinal matches at the Indonesia Masters Super 500. Sindhu lost to Chen Yufei in a chaotic finish, while Lakshya was knocked out by Thailand's Panitchaphon Teeraratsakul.

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Cab driver recalls accident, says his pain seems like nothing compared to Sahil’s mother

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Ajit Singh, a 53-year-old cab driver, was critically injured in a car accident caused by a 17-year-old boy without a license. The accident also took the life of a 23-year-old and left Singh unable to work for six months. As the sole earner for his family, this will be a difficult time for them.

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Manohar Parrikar’s son Utpal launches panel against BJP-backed candidates

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The son of former Goa chief minister and BJP leader Manohar Parrikar, Utpal Parrikar, has launched an independent panel called Ami Panjekar to compete against BJP-backed candidates in the upcoming municipal elections in Panaji.

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HC pulls up Delhi govt over delay in filling vacant DCPCR posts for nearly three years

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Delhi High Court raps Delhi government for failing to fill vacant positions in child rights commission since July 2023. Court questions government's slow progress and suggests repealing the legislation. State justifies delay for transparency and fairness, but court orders them to rethink and complete appointments by April. Court warns of serious consequences if process is not completed.

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BMC imposes penalty of Rs 50 lakh on GMLR project contractor for delay in works

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BMC imposes Rs 50 lakh fine on contractor for delaying Goregaon Mulund Link Road project, aiming to connect the two areas and reduce travel time from 75-90 minutes to 25 minutes. First phase, including flyover and tunnels, to be completed by May. Contractor facing penalties for delay.

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PGI plans major CCTV overhaul to tighten security, floats Rs 1.76-cr tender

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PGIMER Chandigarh has issued a tender worth Rs 1.76 crore to upgrade its CCTV surveillance system and improve campus safety. The project aims to modernize the existing infrastructure and add 1,000 new cameras. The institute has also inducted 287 former Army personnel into its security workforce and plans to increase regular security staff by 25%.

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Police personnel created WhatsApp group to coordinate tracking, abduction of dentist

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CBI chargesheet reveals a pre-planned abduction of dentist Dr Mohit Dhawan coordinated through a WhatsApp group "Dhawan" by police officials. Nine policemen have been named as accused with evidence from a seized phone and CCTV footage showing real-time coordination and division of roles.

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Woman’s body found in quarry; six arrested

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A 40-year-old woman was allegedly killed by six men in Pune, her body thrown into a stone quarry. The accused were arrested by the crime branch, and the deceased was identified as Shafiya Salim Sheikh. The men took her to a secluded spot near the quarry, where an argument broke out and they began assaulting her. The accused have confessed to the crime and a murder case has been registered.

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Newly elected civic body rejects property tax hike proposal

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In a unanimous decision, Pune civic body rejects proposed property tax hike and will maintain current tax structure. Opposition parties support this decision. A committee will address property tax disparity. Upcoming civic budget will have increased expenditure, requiring higher revenue collection. Tax exemption for smaller properties may lead to a loss of Rs 255.59 crore.

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Can’t take things to heart: Shadab Khan on Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi’s snub

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Shadab Khan, all-rounder for Pakistan, stated that players should not take things personally as everyone is focused on winning matches for the team. Despite criticism, the team has a clear plan and is not experimenting with their selections. Pakistan secured a spot in the T20 World Cup Super Eights with a dominant victory over Namibia.

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India have ticked a lot of boxes, says Suryakumar ahead of T20WC Super Eights

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India's captain, Suryakumar Yadav, is pleased with his team's performance in the group stage of the T20 World Cup. Despite a tough start against off-spinner Aryan Dutt, Shivam Dube's 66 runs helped India secure a 17-run win against the Netherlands. Suryakumar praised Dube's contribution and said that the team has a strong batting line-up, with everyone contributing.

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Namita Thapar admits the wedding season is ‘tough on my weight’

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Namita Thapar, a 48-year-old entrepreneur, faced challenges in managing her weight during the wedding season. This raises the question of how people in their late 40s can balance social events without compromising their weight goals. Consultant dietitian Garima Goyal suggests strategic flexibility, consistency.

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Varun Chakaravarthy India vs Netherlands

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Varun Chakaravarthy’s magic helps India complete group stage with all-win record

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India served up a 17-run defeat to the Netherlands in a match that saw Varun Chakaravarthy miss out on a hat-trick. The Netherlands struggled against India's skilled bowlers, with the only anti-climactic moment being a dropped catch that potentially cost them the game.

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Why modern couples are choosing the ‘no-launch’ trend to save their relationships

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The 'no-launch' dating trend is gaining popularity as couples opt to keep their relationship off social media. This decision can stem from a desire for privacy or protection from public scrutiny. The impact varies based on the couple's intentions and attachment styles, with potential benefits of emotional intimacy and safety.

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T20 World Cup: Varun Chakaravarthy and Shivam Dube star as India defeat Netherlands

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Varun Chakaravarthy took 3 wickets and Shivam Dube scored a half century as India beat Netherlands by 17 runs to finish their group stage with a perfect record. Dube's 66 off 31 helped India reach 193/6, despite a strong performance from Dutch off-spinner Aryan Dutt. India's struggles against spinners continue, highlighting an area they need to improve on in the Super 8s.

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How Jammu & Kashmir went from punching bag to Ranji Trophy title contenders

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After a 66-year wait, Jammu & Kashmir has reached the Ranji Trophy final thanks to Abdul Samad's 30 runs in 27 balls and captain Paras Dogra's 145-run partnership with Samad. Their strong team of coaches and talented players have their sights set on winning the final and bringing home the prestigious title.

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T20 World Cup | IND vs NED: Shivam Dube’s tease before the tempest

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Shivam Dube's half-century off 25 balls against the Netherlands showcased his varied batting abilities. He can hit sixes with ease, but also has the finesse to play more melodic strokes. He showed patience and composure before unleashing a flurry of sixes, proving his worth as a lower-order batsman in India's intimidating batting lineup.

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Actor Aamir Khan recently opened up about the hardship his family faced when his father, film producer Tahir Hussain, ran into severe financial trouble

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Aamir Khan recalls film producer father’s financial crisis, impact of growing up with debt

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Financial struggles can impact a family's emotional well-being, as seen in actor Aamir Khan's family when his father, film producer Tahir Hussain, faced financial trouble. Growing up, Aamir and his family experienced a difficult time of 6-8 years, with creditors constantly demanding money. This can deeply affect children's emotional development, leading to anxiety and insecurity.

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Meet the men taking J&K to their first Ranji final

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After years of struggle, Jammu & Kashmir's Ranji Trophy team has united under the leadership of Paras Dogra and coach P Krishna Kumar. Overcoming cultural barriers, the team has found success with a disciplined approach and talented players like Auqib Nabi and Abdul Samad. Their first-ever appearance in the Ranji final is a result of their hard work and commitment to excellence.

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While she shared the screen with many leading men in Malayalam, including Mohanlal in all-time classics such as Thoovanathumbikal and Thazhvaram, her biggest successes were with Mammootty.

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Epitome of beauty in Malayalam cinema, she declined Mammootty film as role was ‘glamorous’

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Clara, the iconic character from Malayalam cinema, created by legendary writer-director Padmarajan, stands out as a queen with agency and femininity. Sumalatha, who immortalised Clara, became the epitome of female beauty and the face of empowered heroines. Sumalatha became a beloved figure in Malayalam, especially for her on-screen chemistry with Mammootty. Yet, she once declined a film with him.

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Kaif says Australia would have failed to defeat India in 2023 WC final if Hardik played

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Mohammad Kaif believes Australia's decline started after their 2023 ODI World Cup victory and they would have lost the final if Hardik Pandya played. The Aussies were eliminated from the 2026 T20 World Cup after losing to Sri Lanka and an abandoned match between Zimbabwe and Ireland. Their recent poor performance in ICC events is in stark contrast to their dominant form in 2023.

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Moong dal vs arhar dal: Which is better for weight loss

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Moong vs Arhar: One of these common dals could be the secret to faster weight loss

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Moong dal and arhar dal are both nutritious and versatile, but differ in calorie density, protein content, and digestibility. For weight loss, moong dal is recommended due to its lower calories and easier digestion, leading to increased satiety.

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Kunal Kamra summoned by Privileges Committee: What are its powers?

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Kunal Kamra and Shiv Sena leader Sushma Andhare appeared before the Maharashtra Legislative Council's Privileges Committee for their alleged derogatory remarks against Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. The hearing was adjourned due to BJP leader Pravin Darekar's absence, who filed the complaint. The case revolves around a satirical song performed by Kamra in 2025, which went viral on social media.

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Rashid Khan on Afghanistan’s World Cup exit: ‘We faced two top teams in four days’

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Afghanistan's T20 World Cup journey ended with losses to New Zealand and South Africa. Captain Rashid Khan regrets the missed chance and the tough "Group of Death" challenge. He stresses the importance of not underestimating any opponent, credits coach Jonathan Trott, and looks ahead to the 2027 50-over World Cup.

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‘Govinda washed his mother’s feet, drank the same water’: Vinay Anand

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Govinda's nephew Vinay Anand said that in the 1990s, even the biggest superstars of the country would get inspired by him.

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As NGT clears Great Nicobar project, a look at its strategic importance

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The NGT has approved the government's Rs 81,000-crore project on Great Nicobar Island, citing its strategic importance and environmental safeguards. The project aims to create an economic and defence hub with an integrated township, port, airport, and power plant. However, environmentalists are worried about the impact on the island's forests.

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Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha give a peek into son Neer's nursery

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Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha reveal stunning, zen-inspired nursery for son Neer

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Parineeti Chopra, along with her husband Raghav Chadha, shares an exclusive look into their son's elegant nursery on her YouTube channel. The couple's carefully curated sanctuary reflects their shared aesthetic of classic design with vintage touches, creating a zen and peaceful atmosphere for their first child.

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How Scotland made it to T20 WC after being called in as late replacement for Bangladesh

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Scotland faced a logistical scramble when they were given only seven days to prepare for the T20 World Cup in India. Despite the challenges, they embraced the opportunity and showed resilience and belief on and off the field. Their CEO, Trudy Lindblade, expressed pride in their performance and the team behind the team, highlighting Scotland's ability to rise to the occasion.

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‘Hero jaisa dikhta hai’, Aamir Ali recalls being typecast after quitting TV

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Aamir Ali, a renowned actor in the industry for 20+ years, rose to fame with his role in FIR. After leaving television in 2023, he found success in OTT with shows like Lootere, Doctors, and Amar Vishwas. Despite typecasting, Aamir is grateful for opportunities and prioritizes quality work over being remembered.

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Three ducks in Three matches: Abhishek’s nightmare form continues, falls in 3 balls vs NED

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India's opener Abhishek Sharma has been struggling in the T20 World Cup, getting dismissed for a duck by Netherlands' Aryan Dutt. This marks his third consecutive duck in the tournament, despite being the top-ranked batter. He has been battling a stomach bug and also fell for a golden duck in the previous match against the United States.

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Sudip Sharma has no interest in working with Shah Rukh Khan or Amitabh Bachchan

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Sudip Sharma, the creator of shows like Kohrra and Paatal Lok, says he prefers to stay away from showbiz culture and has no interest in what big stars are doing or how much money a film has made.

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T20 World Cup: Pakistan ride on Farhan’s ton to beat Namibia, qualify for Super 8s

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Sahibzada Farhan's T20I journey has been one of patience and persistence, with fluctuating fortunes. After years of being on the fringes, he finally cemented his place in the Pakistani team with a magnificent unbeaten 100 off 58 balls against Namibia, securing their spot in the T20 World Cup Super 8. Farhan's innings was a mix of nervous energy, early fortune, and calculated aggression.

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SC to hear review petitions to 2018 Sabarimala judgement in April: A timeline of the case

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The Supreme Court will begin hearing review petitions on April 7 regarding its 2018 verdict allowing young women entry to Sabarimala Temple. The verdict sparked backlash and affected the ruling party in the 2019 election. The issue has been ongoing since 1990, with the Kerala High Court and Supreme Court getting involved in 2006.

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Skyscrapers to subways: The secret engineering marvels of the animal kingdom

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Animals are capable of building complex and highly organised communities, from termite mounds to prairie dog towns, beaver dams, ant colonies, and weaver bird nests. These structures serve as homes, nurseries, and defence systems for the animals, and even reshape entire landscapes.

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Five years, 19 acts of racism: How Vinicius Junior has been a repeated target of abuse

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Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior scored a stunning goal against Benfica, but the attention quickly shifted to an alleged incident of racist abuse. The Brazilian forward has faced at least 18 previous incidents of racism, including monkey chants and death threats. Despite efforts to address the issue, the abuse continues, with fans targeting him at various games.

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Toxic plot leaked: Yash rises as a ruthless gangster amidst the collapse of colonial power

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The synopsis of Toxic, revealed by the UAE distributor, describes the film as a gangster saga set against the backdrop of declining colonial power, where a man builds his empire through fear and ruthless ambition.

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The 50 finalists confirmed list: Yuvika Chaudhary, Prince Narula, Ridhi Dogra, Urvashi Dholakia, Mr Faisu among the 50 finalists

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The 50 finalists: Prince-Yuvika, Ridhi Dogra, Urvashi Dholakia, Mr Faisu in grand finale

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Banijay Asia's gaming reality show, The 50, has been a hit with viewers, registering 6.5 million OTT viewers in its first week and leading the chart with 5.8 million views in its second week. The show's grand finale will be shot on February 19th and will air on March 22nd. The names of the finalists have been revealed, with Prince Narula, Urvashi Dholakia, Ridhi Dogra, amongst others.

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The new Android Downloads folder backup feature may rollout for a huge chunk of devices.

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Google’s new Android feature will finally back up local files from your Downloads folder

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Google is adding a new feature to Android devices that will automatically back up files from the Downloads folder to Google Drive. This feature, called "local file backup," will only include certain file types and may not reflect changes made to the original file. It will be part of the February Play System update and will be rolled out gradually.

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‘Why am I here?’: Science can explain why walking through doorway makes you forget things

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The "doorway effect" is a memory quirk caused by our brain breaking up experiences. It makes us forget our original intention when we walk through a doorway, especially when processing multiple ideas. Simple tips like repeating our goal or carrying a related object can help combat this. Understanding this effect can improve our daily lives.

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South Africa brace for India test after cruising through group stage

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South African cricketer Dewald Brevis is confident in their playing style going into their first Super Eight match against India, backed by their flawless record in the group stage. He acknowledges the lessons learned from their T20 series against India and emphasizes the importance of paying attention to small details.

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Pakistan defeat Namibia to qualify for Super 8s: Here are the fixtures for the next round

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Pakistan secures final spot in T20 World Cup Super 8s after defeating Namibia. India, South Africa, Zimbabwe, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, West Indies, and England also qualified. Pakistan's opener Sahibzada Farhan scored a century, while Usman Tariq took 4 wickets for just 16 runs.

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The new Pixel 10a costs US$499 (Rs 49,999) in line with the price of last year’s Pixel 9a. Image credit: Anuj Bhatia/Indian Express)

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Google debuts mid-range Pixel 10a but keeps the price steady amid the global RAM shortage

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Google has launched the Pixel 10a, a budget smartphone with improved display and battery life. Despite the global chip shortage, it remains priced at Rs 49,999 and is Google's most affordable Pixel model. It features AI capabilities, a 48-megapixel camera, and a 5,100 mAh battery. The launch comes before Apple's product event, where it is expected to unveil the low-cost iPhone 17e.

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Curtains on Maharashtra Muslim quota: Court once upheld it, so what happened?

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The Maharashtra government had introduced a 5% reservation for 50 specified Muslim communities in 2014, citing reports of educational and economic marginalization of Muslims. While the Bombay High Court upheld the reservation, it was stayed for public employment due to the 50% ceiling set by the Supreme Court. However, the reservation was never implemented as the ordinance lapsed in 2014.

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Chiranjeevi underwent a minor shoulder keyhole surgery

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What Chiranjeevi’s shoulder surgery reveals about modern keyhole procedures and recovery

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Megastar Chiranjeevi underwent a minor shoulder keyhole surgery and is recovering well. This procedure, called shoulder arthroscopy, is commonly used to diagnose and treat shoulder pain and injuries in active individuals and those with repetitive strain. Recovery time varies but following postoperative instructions and physiotherapy is crucial.

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AI Impact Summit: Nvidia highlights strategic collaborations with Indian firms

Technology 10 hr ago

The US-based chip giant announced that Indian cloud provider Yotta will be adding over 20,000 NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs to its data centre clusters located in Navi Mumbai and Greater Noida as part of a strategic collaboration between the two firms. These GPUs will be used to deliver high‑bandwidth AI cloud services on a pay‑per‑use model, allowing AI developers to train and inference models.

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Nasser Hussain on ENG’s uninspiring show at T20 World Cup so far

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India and South Africa are undefeated in the T20 World Cup, while England has barely scraped through to the Super 8 stage with close wins. Former captain Nasser Hussain wants England to be more focused, with Jos Buttler batting for more overs and Phil Salt reminding him of his potential.

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Dhruv Parashar UAE vs South Africa T20 World Cup

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‘No pacer bowls slower than 140-145 km per hour,’ says UAE’s Parashar after loss to SA

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South Africa continued their unbeaten run in the group stage, defeating UAE by six wickets. UAE struggled against South Africa's pace and bounce, with their top scorer making only 45 runs. Despite some missed opportunities, South Africa easily chased down the target of 124 runs, with Markram scoring 28 runs in just 11 balls.

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Sunny Leone on her protective, ‘mama bear’ bond with Kennedy director Anurag Kashyap

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Sunny Leone shared that she and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap gradually developed an intimate bond over time, and that she felt protective of him, wanting to shield him from all negativity.

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India AI Impact Summit 2026 Live: AI Impact Summit will be attended by tech leaders from around the world. (Express Photo)

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India AI Impact Summit 2026 live: AI policy decisions and industry announcements

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The AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi is a global event that showcases the latest research and real-world applications of artificial intelligence. It brings together top leaders from over 100 countries, including CEOs like Sundar Pichai and Mukesh Ambani, for a week-long event with 500+ sessions and 840+ exhibitors.

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Saina Nehwal on how she would’ve preferred Shraddha Kapoor to do her biopic

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Saina Nehwal clarifies her equation with Parineeti Chopra after the actress unfollowed her. Saina also reveals why she still prefers Shraddha Kapoor for the role.

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Urvashi Dholakia returns to The 50, slams fellow TV actors: ‘Komolika returns stronger’

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Urvashi Dholakia, popularly known for her role as Komolika in Kasautii Zindagi Kay, made a comeback on TV with The 50 but was evicted last week. However, she re-entered as a wild-card contestant and expressed disappointment over her friends not supporting her. She also challenged them to do what she is doing at 47. Other wild-card contestant Aarushi Chawla also entered the show.

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