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'Lord's won't be his last': BCCI dismisses Rohit Sharma retirement rumours

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:39
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has dismissed speculation about Rohit Sharma's ODI retirement. He confirmed that Rohit remains a regular member of India's ODI team. Rohit will continue to represent the country as long as he is in the scheme of things. The selectors are assessing all players for the 2027 World Cup preparations. Therefore, the Lord's ODI will not be Rohit's final match.
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Scientists fit 75 pronghorns, fastest land animal in Americas, with GPS collars: What they found

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:32
GPS collars track pronghorn movement near a New Mexico solar project. Fences around the solar farm present a significant barrier to these animals. Pronghorn typically crawl under fences rather than jumping over them. Researchers suggest simple fence modifications could aid wildlife movement. These changes would help animals use their traditional migration paths.
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Shatrughan Sinha backs Sonakshi Sinha for supporting Sonam Wangchuk, his team thanks her

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:07
Veteran actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha has publicly praised daughter Sonakshi Sinha for speaking in support of activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak issue. Following the support from Sonakshi Sinha and actor Omi Vaidya, Sonam Wangchuk's team responded on behalf of the activist, expressing gratitude for their solidarity.
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'Tie nuptial knot to her body': How techie's suicide case turned into demand for posthumous marriage

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 18:02
Tension arose in Ponduru village after a woman's family brought her body to her boyfriend's residence. They demanded he marry her corpse before her final rites could be performed. The woman, Keerthi, died by suicide after her boyfriend reportedly refused to marry her. Her family claimed this was her dying wish before her cremation. The family eventually conducted the cremation after Sai's family agreed to the rites.
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R Madhavan says his son Vedaant's generation don't watch Hindi movies or Tamil movies

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 17:51
Actor R Madhavan notes youth disconnect from Indian cinema. Young audiences prefer Japanese anime and Korean content over local films. Madhavan believes filmmakers must create more inspirational stories. His upcoming film GDN highlights inventor Gopalaswamy Doraiswamy Naidu. The film explores Naidu's contributions to Indian industry and innovation.
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Baptism of Yamal by 'Saint' Messi: The photo that became WC final's origin story

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 16:47
Made in La Masia: Lamine Yamal vs Lionel Messi. How a photograph captures the unlikely meeting of two of Barcelona's most famous graduates. Read more in today's Offside.
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Apple is world's most valuable company again: How AI is the reason for Nvidia's 'loss'

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 16:23
Apple has reclaimed its position as the world's most valuable company. This shift reflects investor focus moving beyond initial AI hardware gains. Investors are now prioritizing memory chips and data center infrastructure development. Nvidia experienced a significant stock price decline, losing its top valuation. Apple's recent surge is attributed to its consumer ecosystem and AI advancements.
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SLC breaks silence after Manjot Kalra's arrest, vows zero tolerance for corruption

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 16:18
Sri Lanka Cricket reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on corruption following an arrest. Former India U-19 star Manjot Kalra faces allegations of corrupt practice during the LPL. The ongoing investigation will not impact the tournament's scheduled continuation. Sri Lanka Cricket pledged full cooperation with the police special investigation unit. Robust anti-corruption measures remain in place to protect the league's integrity.
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Which are India's most investor-friendly states? Gujarat tops Niti Aayog index

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 16:00
The index evaluates states and UTs across eight key pillars: infrastructure, business climate, resources, government policy, regulatory ease, institutional environment, financial health and environmental resilience.
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'A true icon of the game': BCCI pays tribute to Garry Sobers with throwback video

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 15:53
The BCCI honoured Sir Garfield Sobers, a true cricket icon, after his passing. He was remembered as one of the game's greatest all-rounders ever. Sobers left an enduring legacy which will continue to inspire many. Cricket West Indies also posted a heartfelt farewell to the legend. His remarkable career redefined greatness in the sport.
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NRI reveals 5 things nobody warned her about working in India

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 15:45
An NRI's post detailing Indian office culture challenges has resonated widely online. Many professionals shared similar experiences after returning to India from abroad. Common issues include meeting delays and a different sense of workplace urgency. Observations also touched upon office dynamics and feedback reception among colleagues. These shared experiences highlight a familiar reality for many Indian workers.
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Chadwick Boseman’s brothers launch family business to continue his storytelling legacy

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 15:45
Nearly six years after Chadwick Boseman's death, the late actor's family is ensuring that his passion for storytelling lives on. His older brothers, Kevin Boseman and Derrick Boseman, have launched Boseman Family LLC, a creative venture dedicated to developing projects in storytelling, the arts and community impact rather than operating as a traditional family business.
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Human voices near salmon streams made bears and eagles flee, study finds

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 15:30
New findings from Canadian researchers reveal that human sounds near Alaska's salmon streams significantly disturb wildlife, leading to grizzly bears avoiding feeding areas. This interference disrupts the natural nutrient transfer to surrounding forests, emphasizing the detrimental effects of human activity on essential ecosystem dynamics. Scientists propose enhanced land management practices to safeguard these critical ecological processes.
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West Indies cricket legend Garry Sobers dies at 89

Fri, 07/17/2026 - 15:28
Cricket icon Garfield Sobers has passed away at the age of 89. He represented the West Indies in 93 Test matches during his career. Sobers scored 8,032 runs and took 235 wickets in Tests. He famously scored 365 runs in a single Test innings. Sobers also achieved six sixes in one over in first-class cricket.
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