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Former England international cricketer Monty Panesar has announced that he is running for the Workers Party of Britain led by George Galloway in the upcoming UK general election. His aim is to defeat the long-standing Labour MP Virendra Sharma, who has represented the Ealing Southall constituency since 2007. Galloway, who is well-liked by Muslims for his supportive stance on Palestine and opposition to Israel, introduced 500 candidates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/d2YAnqB via IFTTT

Amazon launches MGM+ on Prime Video, offering Indian users access to a variety of movies and series for an additional subscription fee. The service includes popular titles such as Legally Blonde and Stargate SG-1. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BCPq8uv via IFTTT

A gang of scammers stole almost a million euros pretending to be relatives in distress, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TDyde1t

Fix common Windows laptop startup problems by troubleshooting power connections, hardware issues, external devices, display problems, and boot configurations effectively. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bXj7RSe via IFTTT

Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad's aggressive 98, combined with a precise bowling performance led by pacer Tushar Deshpande, helped the Chennai Super Kings defeat the Sunrisers Hyderabad by 78 runs in the Indian Premier League on Sunday. After being invited to bat, Gaikwad's valiant 54-ball innings propelled CSK to a formidable total of 212 for three. In response, SRH were bowled out for 134 in 18.5 overs. This win snapped CSK's two-game losing streak. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3cHUhf8 via IFTTT

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The BBC's Suranjana Tewari considers what the future holds for the hugely popular social media app. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xHTPqR9

Sanju Samson's unbeaten 71 off 33 balls, despite being five runs shy of his counterpart KL Rahul's 76, had a much greater impact due to his aggressive play. His innings propelled the Rajasthan Royals to a seven-wicket victory over the Lucknow Super Giants on Saturday, giving them a significant boost towards the IPL playoffs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HeKplJk via IFTTT

The best-selling microwave ovens are designed to accommodate any lifestyle and cooking choice, whether a busy professional seeking to simplify meal preparation or a food enthusiast exploring new recipes. These gadgets save time and effort in the kitchen and raise the bar for convenience and accuracy in cooking because of their cutting-edge features, simple controls, and stylish designs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hJdoE10 via IFTTT

Protests have erupted across more than two dozen campuses, including New York, Texas and California. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CDlVBXO

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Reliance Jio, top global mobile data consumer, faces ARPU challenge due to rapid growth and 5G monetization delay. Airtel's rising revenue contrasts Jio's stagnant ARPU, highlighting the importance of upcoming tariff hikes for 5G success. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ml8x1Yc via IFTTT

In Bangalore Rural Lok Sabha constituency, political dynamics intensified with DK Suresh facing Dr CN Manjunath as BJP challenges Congress stronghold. Suresh's focus on Kannada pride and strategic alliances reflect the high-stakes competition in the region. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1oODVBk via IFTTT

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Marcus Stoinis etched his name in IPL history with a stunning performance, crafting the highest individual score in an IPL chase. With nerves of steel and impeccable timing, Stoinis showcased his batting prowess, guiding Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to a stunning six-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their own den. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KYwRNeF via IFTTT

The FBI's watchdog found it made errors when told of sexual abuse by US gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3vBuLlR

Officials say those aboard were returning home to Ethiopia from Yemen and some are still missing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EFG2HC4

Local officials reported no injuries after five train cars were spotted ablaze heading towards a downtown area. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zjmvsKr

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The report adds Israel has not provided "supporting evidence" that many UNRWA staff are members of terror groups. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y7adevP

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Reports say the US is planning to cut military aid to one Israeli unit over alleged rights violations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YynjMBl

R Sai Kishore starred on a dominant day for the spinners as Gujarat Titans tamed Punjab Kings by three wickets for their fourth win in the 2024 IPL on Sunday. The win was Titans' fourth of the season while Punjab registered their 6th defeat in 8 matches. from Times of India https://ift.tt/x89YOHI via IFTTT

The collapse of the Rambagh crematorium wall in Madanpuri claimed five lives, including Tanya, Khushboo, Manoj Gaba, Devidayal alias Pappu, and Krishna Kumar alias Baba DJ. Avtar Singh highlighted the poor construction of the wall. from Times of India https://ift.tt/F7tydYR via IFTTT

The long-awaited vote comes as Ukrainian troops face a weapons shortage in the war against Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JE7bI4P

The long-awaited vote comes as Kyiv faces a weapons shortage in its fight against Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6KaVImx

KL Rahul's solid 82 runs off 53 balls helped Lucknow Super Giants comfortably beat Chennai Super Kings by eight wickets in the IPL on Friday. Rahul's time at the crease, which saw him smash nine fours and three sixes, played a key role in pushing Lucknow past Chennai's 176-6 with six balls to spare. from Times of India https://ift.tt/EH4sRUp via IFTTT

Russian missiles damaged Sea Port Pivdennyi facilities in Ukraine's Odesa region, causing fires. Zelenskiy confirmed the attack. Kyiv established a maritime corridor after Russian withdrawal from U.N.-brokered deal. Russia used harder-to-intercept ballistic missiles in the region."} from Times of India https://ift.tt/zkPbZv2 via IFTTT

Footage showing explosions in the sky over Iran has been analysed by BBC Verify. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K0TboCa

Media falsely alleged EVM bias for BJP in Kerala. 2019 error cited. 118 crore votes cast, 4 crore VVPATs counted, 25 false Rule 49MA complaints. Standardisation slips, Commissioning table, Engineers involved. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3S7nzma via IFTTT

Extracting ground water for growing urban populations causes half of China's big cities to sink. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2o4NIDO

Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has been appointed as the next Navy chief, succeeding Admiral R Hari Kumar. With a distinguished career spanning various command and staff roles, Vice Admiral Tripathi brings expertise in communication and electronic warfare. He assumes leadership at a crucial time, with Indian warships actively deployed in areas like the Gulf of Aden and facing challenges from Houthi rebels and Somali pirates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/rJkxG7s via IFTTT

The T20 World Cup is around the corner and Rishabh Pant is striving to be the best version of himself, and the latest proof of that is his brilliant all-round display in Delhi Capitals' six-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL on Wednesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2EcJt8Y via IFTTT

A couple with a six-month-old say they've run out of baby food and nappies as flood chaos continues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lxQaDd5

Scientists say a fossilised jawbone found in Somerset may be from one of the biggest sea creatures ever. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yHDs4zA

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Travis Head's explosive century, complemented by skipper Pat Cummins' resilience, propelled Sunrisers Hyderabad to a meticulously crafted 25-run triumph over Royal Challengers Bangalore in a thrilling encounter on Monday. Head's remarkable maiden T20 century, comprising 102 runs off just 41 balls, embellished with 9 boundaries and 8 sixes, alongside Heinrich Klaasen's aggressive 67 off 31 deliveries, steered Sunrisers to a record-breaking total of 287 for three. from Times of India https://ift.tt/IyD5K2L via IFTTT

A judge sentenced Hannah Gutierrez-Reed to prison after the 2021 on-set shooting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lvKkJoi

Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten 105 but his Mumbai Indians fell 20 runs short as they tried to chase down a big target set by holders Chennai Super Kings in a battle of IPL heavyweights on Sunday. Set 207 for victory, five-time winners Mumbai finished on 186-6 even though Rohit raised his ton in 61 balls at his home in Wankhede Stadium. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and the in-form Shivam Dube powered Chennai, who won their fifth title last year, to 206-4. from Times of India https://ift.tt/07QntiY via IFTTT

World leaders are scrambling to prevent the Middle East entering a damaging wider conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G60m3op

US officials have said they have ruled out participating in any Israeli response to Iran's attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3lqOtoF

With three wins in four matches, KKR currently sit at the second spot on the points table behind Rajasthan Royals. On the eve of their clash against Lucknow Super Giants, Gautam Gambhir distributed sweets to the media persons. The Bengali New Year is on April 14th and coincidently KKR also play their home game on the same day. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lNure2H via IFTTT

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Australian cricketer Jake Fraser-McGurk announced himself with a belligerent half-century (55 off 35 balls). The 22-year-old, known for his aggressive batting style, made an immediate impact in the IPL by smashing a short of a length delivery from Yash Thakur over deep mid-wicket, securing his first-ever runs in the tournament. Displaying his attacking mindset, he followed up with another six in the subsequent over, showcasing his ability to take on the bowlers and score quickly. from Times of India https://ift.tt/70agxKi via IFTTT

The young Australian cricketer, who scored a quickfire 55 off 35 balls with the help of 2 fours and 5 sixes, made short work of LSG's left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya, hitting him for three consecutive sixes. DC finally registered their second win of the season, beating hosts LSG by six wickets, riding on debutant Fraser-McGurk's fine half century and skipper Rishabh Pant's 24-ball 41, which included 4 fours and 2 sixes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/aE91USQ via IFTTT

The Green Credit Programme initiated tree plantation on 500 land parcels across 10 states. Madhya Pradesh leads with the highest approved degraded forest land. The Programme involves various entities and assures green credits post plantation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ZvRwCaY via IFTTT

Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan provided the fireworks with the bat after Jasprit Bumrah's magical five-wicket haul as Mumbai Indians pummelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru by seven wickets for their second win in the IPL on Thursday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/mtL2EuI via IFTTT

MPA's Chairman, Charles Rivkin, spearheads a site-blocking initiative at CinemaCon to combat digital piracy's economic impact on the US film industry, emphasizing the need for support from theatre owners and addressing free speech concerns. from Times of India https://ift.tt/IhSwAx0 via IFTTT

Israel says Ismail Haniyeh's sons were all members of Hamas's military wing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FRyChYs

British physicist Peter Higgs, whose theory of a mass-giving particle the so-called Higgs boson -- jointly earned him the Nobel Prize for Physics, has died aged 94, the University of Edinburgh announced on Tuesday. "He passed away peacefully at home on Monday 8 April following a short illness," the Scottish university said in a statement, calling him "a great teacher and mentor, inspiring generations of young scientists". from Times of India https://ift.tt/ktq90O1 via IFTTT

UN condemns civilian loss in Israel-Hamas conflict, crisis unacceptable. India's ambassador criticizes Hamas strikes. UNSC demanded Gaza ceasefire, hostages release. Russia, China veto US draft, triggering general assembly debate. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MJWzIPK via IFTTT

On Monday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad showcased strong leadership, guiding his team to a seven-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2024 match. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yejltYm via IFTTT

Elon Musk has said, “The natural progression is to provide Tesla electric vehicles in India.” Musk’s statement is being seen as a big sign of interest in Indian markets. Reports suggest that Tesla hopes to establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in India with investments of $2-3 billion. from Times of India https://ift.tt/nLNqi8V via IFTTT

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Ex-BJP critic Lekhasri joins BJD, may contest Balasore LS. Naveen Patnaik praised. BJP unaffected by her exit. BJD and BJP field turncoats in several seats for elections. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KT9HQnP via IFTTT

Russ Cook, nicknamed "Hardest Geezer", has finished his challenge of running the length of Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AeqCzoH

Wipro appoints Srinivas Pallia as the new CEO, succeeding Thierry Delaporte immediately. Pallia, with industry expertise, faces challenges post senior-level departures. Delaporte resigns effective April 6, 2024. Pallia was approved as CEO and MD for a 5-year term. Wipro, a global IT giant, trusts Pallia to drive growth in the tech industry. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bmD7Idp via IFTTT

Agnikul Cosmos postponed India's first semi-cryogenic rocket launch, Agnibaan, citing technical issues. The IIT Madras startup delayed liftoff twice, including a delay on March 22, due to minor observations during pre-launch checks. This comes after the company delayed the launch of the rocket scheduled for March 22 citing "unavoidable circumstances". from Times of India https://ift.tt/1EICAlY via IFTTT

The Conservatives in the UK, led by PM Rishi Sunak, face a potential electoral disaster as per the latest YouGov poll. Projections show Tories securing only 155 seats, a significant drop from 2019. Labour, on the other hand, is expected to win 403 seats, indicating a major shift in political landscape. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lGswgn9 via IFTTT

A report finds officers wrongly thought Hamas gunmen were in the World Central Kitchen cars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cU65HXl

A magnitude-6.0 earthquake struck off northeastern Japan's Fukushima region on Thursday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, but no tsunami warning was issued. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries after the earthquake, whose epicentre had a depth of 40 kilometres (25 miles) and which was also felt in Tokyo. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qe4MnHE via IFTTT

Punjab Kings won a thrilling match against Gujarat Titans by three wickets in the Indian Premier League, thanks to Shashank Singh's impressive knock. Gujarat Titans' 199 for four was aided by Shubman Gill's unbeaten 89, Sai Sudharsan's 33 and Rahul Tewatia's 23 not out. Ashutosh Sharma's 31 off 17 was crucial for Punjab too. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ut7iYXa via IFTTT

The thrilling match saw an outstanding unbeaten half-century from all-rounder Shashank Singh, whose aggressive innings of 61 runs off just 29 deliveries proved crucial in Punjab's successful chase of the 200-run target. Supporting him was Ashutosh Sharma, who contributed with a rapid 31 runs off 17 balls, forming a valuable 43-run partnership with Shashank. from Times of India https://ift.tt/aP28Rlr via IFTTT

This was Delhi Capitals' third loss in four games after beating Chennai Super Kings in their previous encounter, while Kolkata Knight Riders, who moved to the top of the standings, registered their third successive win on the trot. Chasing 273, DC skipper Rishabh Pant continued his good form with the bat, scoring his second consecutive half-century, while Tristan Stubbs also contributed with a fifty. However, their efforts went in vain, as DC succumbed to a defeat, folding for 166 runs in 17.2 overs. from Times of India https://ift.tt/kTZMHKg via IFTTT

Sunil Narine's 85-run batting performance led Kolkata Knight Riders to a 106-run victory over Delhi Capitals, after posting the second-highest ever IPL total of 272/7. Narine, who was named man of the match, emphasized the importance of both batting and bowling in cricket, enjoying batting as an opener with Philip Salt. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GVik3T0 via IFTTT

Donald Trump is seeking that the two ex-Apprentice contestants lose shares in the now public company. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SfVjJCv

Some of their rescued daughters have chosen to stay married to their abductors, with government approval. from BBC News https://ift.tt/STwl32c

Haiti has endured crisis after crisis. Now the UN says the Caribbean nation is close to collapse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z5bNJCB