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“The League being broadcast on national television was a big deal for us. I used to see other sportspersons on television and I used to wonder when my time would come,” he said.Speaking about the growth of kabaddi over the last nine seasons through the Pro Kabaddi League, Rohit said, “The competition got off to a great start nine years ago and it’s getting bigger with every season. We have received a lot of love and support right from the first season. PKL has grown the game of kabaddi tremendously. Now, wherever we go, people recognize us and ask for…

“The Congress has supported the Women’s Reservation Bill presented in Parliament, but there should also be a provision for reservation of the Other Backward Class (OBC) women along with the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes, only then representation to all sections be ensured.“Also, the Congress demands that women’s reservation should be implemented in the 2024 elections, instead of postponing it to the future. If the government wants, it can be implemented only in the coming elections. But despite being in power for nine years, the BJP did not make any efforts in this direction, which makes the BJP’s intention clear,”…

State freebies have already started in a big way. The fiscal performance is weak year-to-date (YTD) with tax collections 3 per cent YoY (Apr-Jul), vs budgeted 10 per cent for FY24. A slowing nominal GDP (+8 per cent in Q1) and rising oil prices / potential populist pressures will restrict tax revenue surprise.Meanwhile, expenditures in an election year will be tough to cut, partly as upfronting of spending (+23 per cent YTD vs +8 per cent budgeted) reduces the headroom. Sharp PSU rally though raises chances of government divestment in the near term, the report said.Potential re-allocation towards social spending…

He said that the invitation was extended to Biden by PM Modi during the recently-held G20 summit in New Delhi.Biden had earlier this month, arrived on his maiden trip to India after taking over as the US President, to participate in the G20 leaders summit.–IANSans/vd

“We’re delighted to have Ryan Edwards on board. We’ve chased him long and hard during the summer. He had a lot of offers from other clubs. He is an outstanding centre back and a real leader, very much in the mould of Peter Hartley who I had at Jamshedpur. Great leadership qualities, a wonderful player and he’ll be a great addition to the squad. We look forward to welcoming him, as we do with all players, to Chennaiyin,” head coach Owen Coyle commented on the new recruit.Edwards last turned out for Scottish side Dundee United where he made 112 appearances…

Under this agreement, DMRC will provide services to NHAI for review of designs of all bridges and structures in ongoing projects. The agreement also includes review of designs of randomly selected bridges, structures, tunnels and reinforced earth walls on highways, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said.DMRC will also support NHAI to review stand-alone bridges and special structures at the preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) stage.The MoU signed in presence of NHAI chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav and DMRC Managing Director Vikas Kumar will strengthen NHAI’s ‘Design Division’ that reviews planning, designing, construction and maintenance of bridges, structures,…

The total number of affected people has been reported at 26,600, according to sources from the state health department.They said that the alarming part is the sudden increase in the number within a gap of just 10 days.”As on September 10, the total number of affected people in the current season so far has been reported at 15,272 and within just 10 days the figure has risen to over 26,600,” said a state health department official.The situation is also alarming at the state capital of Kolkata, where the figure has already crossed 2,700.The health department of Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC)…

A cash reward of Rs 5 lakh each has also been declared by the NIA for information on three associates of these terrorists, namely Parminder Singh Kaira alias Pattu, Satnam Singh alias Satbir Singh alias Satta, and Yadvinder Singh alias Yadda. “All five are wanted in the NIA case relating to BKI’s terrorist activities aimed at disturbing India’s peace and communal harmony and spreading terror in the state of Punjab. The NIA had registered the case under Sections 17, 18, 18B, 20, 38 & 39 of UA (P) Act. The wanted terrorists are accused of commission of terror acts and…

Karanvir left an indelible mark on the audience with his portrayal of the domineering husband Viraj in the earlier season of the show.Expressing his excitement, Karanvir Bohra said: “It’s a brilliant nostalgic feeling as I am shooting for ‘Saubhagyavati Bhava’s new season. We recorded the first season over ten years ago, and although I am feeling nostalgic, I am thoroughly excited for the show since there will be many intriguing changes. You may get to see a more matured Viraj Dobriyal since, as you are aware, I, Karanvir, have also matured tremendously since the first season.”As the show comes back…

A record 1000 tour operators, 500 plus domestic and international buyers, and 300 corporate buyers seeking to generate new sales leads, launch new products, network with key decision-makers, increase brand awareness and gather market intelligence will participate in the expo.GTM CEO Siji Nair said that the event aims at showcasing the diverse charms and enchanting destinations of the south, especially Kerala, before leading tour operators from across the world.South Kerala Hoteliers Forum President Sudhish Kumar said various tour packages which include less popular tourist destinations in South Kerala will be formulated in the near future.The event will have 200 plus…