India poised to sign UN High Seas Treaty after Cabinet approval

India poised to sign UN High Seas Treaty after Cabinet approval

New Delhi, July 8 - The Union Cabinet has given the go-ahead for India to sign the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) agreement or the High Seas Treaty under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the Ministry of

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Indian flag lights up Moscow’s Ostankino Tower before PM Modi’s meeting with Prez Putin

Indian flag lights up Moscow’s Ostankino Tower before PM Modi’s meeting with Prez Putin

Moscow, July 8 - Moscow's Ostankino Tower, the tallest in Europe, glowed in the tricolour hues of the Indian flag on Monday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his landmark two-day visit to the country.

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Farakka Water Treaty renewal will impact both Bengal & Bihar: Mamata Banerjee

Farakka Water Treaty renewal will impact both Bengal & Bihar: Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, July 8 - West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on Monday, claimed that the renewal of the Indo-Bangladesh Farakka Treaty (1996) - which is set to expire in 2026 - will not only impact West Bengal but also the neighbouring statement of

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FM Sitharaman assures UK envoy of stronger economic ties as new govt takes over

FM Sitharaman assures UK envoy of stronger economic ties as new govt takes over

New Delhi, July 8 - Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met the British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron here on Monday and extended her greetings to the newly-elected government in the U.K. as well as to the newly-appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel

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BSF ADG reviews construction of Composite BOP along strategic Indo-Bangladesh border

BSF ADG reviews construction of Composite BOP along strategic Indo-Bangladesh border

Kolkata, July 8 - Ravi Gandhi, ADG, Border Security Force (BSF), Eastern Command, inspected the progress of construction of a Composite Border Outpost (BOP) at Kakmarichar in West Bengal's Murshidabad district on Monday.

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Manipur’s apex tribal body urges LoP Rahul for political solution to ethnic strife

Manipur’s apex tribal body urges LoP Rahul for political solution to ethnic strife

Imphal, July 8 - The Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF), an apex body of tribals in Manipur, on Monday urged Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi for an immediate political solution to the ethnic hostilities.

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PM Modi gets rousing welcome from Indian community in Moscow

PM Modi gets rousing welcome from Indian community in Moscow

Moscow, July 8 - Hundreds of people, including from the vibrant Indian community in Russia, lined up on both sides of the road as Prime Minister Narendra Modi travelled from the airport to his hotel in Moscow, on Monday.

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Euro 2024: Deschamps reacts to boring football criticisms, says ‘watch another game’

Euro 2024: Deschamps reacts to boring football criticisms, says ‘watch another game’

Munich, July 9 - France have truly had an extraordinary run to the semifinals of the 2024 Euros. The side is yet to score a goal from open play and have reached final four with only three goals to their name (two own

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Team India enjoys wildlife tour in Harare ahead of third T20I

Team India enjoys wildlife tour in Harare ahead of third T20I

Harare, July 9 - Ahead of the third T20I against Zimbabwe, the Indian team and their families along with support staff have visited a wildlife sanctuary here to spend some time away from the game.

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‘Player safety, responsible practices must as India’s gaming industry sees growth’

‘Player safety, responsible practices must as India’s gaming industry sees growth’

New Delhi, July 9 - As India's gaming industry experiences exponential growth, it has now become imperative to prioritise player safety and responsible gaming practices, a new report said on Tuesday.

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CCPA directs Yatra to refund over Rs 2.5 crore to consumers affected during Covid lockdown

CCPA directs Yatra to refund over Rs 2.5 crore to consumers affected during Covid lockdown

New Delhi, July 9 - The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) on Tuesday directed online travel platform Yatra to refund over Rs 2.5 crore pending amount to consumers affected due to cancelled air tickets during the Covid-19 lockdown.

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Impressionism meets realme 13 Pro Series 5G, redefines smartphone aesthetics using Monet-inspired design

Impressionism meets realme 13 Pro Series 5G, redefines smartphone aesthetics using Monet-inspired design

New Delhi, July 9 - In the digital age, our smartphones have become more than just communication devices -- they're our personal assistants, entertainment hubs, and windows to the world.

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Rohit, Virat, Bumrah likely to be rested for Sri Lanka tour: Report

Rohit, Virat, Bumrah likely to be rested for Sri Lanka tour: Report

New Delhi, July 9 - After the T20 World Cup title win, the three senior players including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah will likely be rested for the upcoming Sri Lanka tour later this month, says a report.

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Du Plessis’ ton in vain as Texas Super Kings vs Washington freedom match washed out

Du Plessis’ ton in vain as Texas Super Kings vs Washington freedom match washed out

Morrisville (US), July 9 - In what could have been a high-scoring thriller, the fifth match of the 2024 Major League Cricket between Washington Freedom and Texas Super Kings was washed out due to rain, with both teams sharing a point each at

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Saina Nehwal launches Badminton Pros Academy at Monte South in Mumbai

Saina Nehwal launches Badminton Pros Academy at Monte South in Mumbai

Mumbai, July 9 - Olympics medallist Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal has launched a Badminton Pros academy here at Monte South in Byculla.

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‘You guys can’t touch me’: Djokovic irked by fans ‘disrespect’ at Wimbledon, sends fiery message

‘You guys can’t touch me’: Djokovic irked by fans ‘disrespect’ at Wimbledon, sends fiery message

London, July 9 - Novak Djokovic has sent a fiery message to Wimbledon fans after reaching the quarterfinals as he accused some of the Centre Court crowd of using a Holger Rune chant as "an excuse to boo".

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Copa America: Messi fit to play against Canada in semis, confirms coach Scaloni

Copa America: Messi fit to play against Canada in semis, confirms coach Scaloni

New Jersey (USA), July 9 - Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has confirmed that Lionel Messi will be fit to play against Canada in the Copa America semifinal on Wednesday.

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Warner keeps door open to play for Australia in Champions Trophy ‘if selected’

Warner keeps door open to play for Australia in Champions Trophy ‘if selected’

New Delhi, July 9 - David Warner said chapter of his playing career is closed but has left the door open to appear in next year's Champions Trophy to play in one last international tournament.

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Djokovic glides past Rune to enter 15th Wimbledon quarterfinal

Djokovic glides past Rune to enter 15th Wimbledon quarterfinal

London, July 9 - Novak Djokovic brushed past Holger Rune of Denmark to reach his 15th Wimbledon quarterfinal with a 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 in the latest chapter of the pair's rivalry.

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Cricketer R. Ashwin thrilled on owning team, American Gambits, in Global Chess League

Cricketer R. Ashwin thrilled on owning team, American Gambits, in Global Chess League

New Delhi, July 8 - India's top international off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was on Monday thrilled to introduce a chess team, as co-owner of American Gambits, which will make its debut in the second season of the Global Chess League which will be played

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