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This will be the government’s third step in creating an English learning environment in state-run schools.The kits, developed by Prayagraj-based English Language Training Institute (ELTI), include board games, word-tile games, spinning wheel games and word-bioscopes, besides a variety of print materials for the students.Earlier, the government had introduced audio and video contents to hone English language skills of students and held a spoken English training for teachers’ English proficiency.“English proficiency in government-run schools is often a challenge for the students, especially since many of the schools use the local language to impart education. Learning the English language is difficult for…

“They’ve looked the best team by a country mile. They’ve got the best bowling attack. That’s really the thing that has stood out for me. They’re a very good all-round side, obviously, but to watch them tonight against Sri Lanka here in Mumbai, and then the way they bowled against England in Lucknow, those seamers are making early in-roads and then making life much easier for the spinners,” said Atherton on the latest episode of The ICC Review podcast.At the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, Bumrah, Shami and Siraj made the new ball talk in such a great manner that Sri…

He also disbursed seed capital assistance for over one lakh SHG members to strengthen self help groups (SHGs)Modi hailed the technology and startup pavilion and food street showcased on the occasion, saying that the fusion of technology and taste will pave the way for the economy of the future.He said that the food security is a major area of focus and therefore Indian startups are now looking at a major investment opportunity.He said that the women-led self help groups (SHGs) will also stand to gain in terms of investment in the food processing sector.He also underlined that the outcomes of…

The company has also declared an interim dividend of Rs 3 per share with a face value of Rs 10.In a regulatory filing, MRF said it had closed the quarter ended September 30 with an operational revenue of Rs 6,087.56 crore (Q2FY23 Rs 5,719 crore) and a net profit of Rs 571.93 crore (Rs 123.99 crore).During the quarter under review, the company’s after tax profit boomed owing to the Rs 397.7 crore reduction in the material cost.The company had spent Rs 3,715.28 crore for materials during Q2 down from Rs 4,112.98 crore spent during the previous year corresponding period.Meanwhile at…

The top court has listed the case for further hearing on Monday.A bench headed by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud heard the petition filed by the Delhi government for the appointment of two members of the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC).Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, appearing for the Delhi government told the three-judge bench that it could appoint the two members on pro tem basis as it did in August for the appointment of the DERC Chairman.The court suggested that Justice Ramesh Ranganathan, who is currently heading the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) can head a selection committee and both Delhi government…

The incident took place in Dera Ismail Khan city, Dawn news reported.According to the police, a patrol van was targeted with an improvised explosive device planted on a motorcycle in Ponda Bazar area.Following the incident, a heavy contingent of police along with rescue teams reached the area and shifted the wounded to a nearby hospital, Xinhua news agency reported.Security forces cordoned off the place and kicked off a search operation in surrounding areas.No group or individual claimed responsibility for the blast.Friday’s incident comes just days after a policeman was killed after unidentified gunmen opened fire at a police camp in…

Colombo, Nov 3 (IANS) Following the disgraceful defeat by a mammoth 302 runs against India on Thursday, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has called for an urgent and comprehensive explanation from the entire coaching staff and selectors.After getting all out on a mere 50 runs in the Asia Cup 2023 finals, Sri Lanka yet again bundled out on 55 against India on Thursday. With just two wins in seven games Sri Lanka sits in the eighth position on the points table, with their semis hope almost getting over.”SLC has expressed its deep concern and disappointment over the performance of the Sri…

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Indian senior men’s team head coach, Igor Stimac, on Friday, announced a list of 28 probables for the first two matches of Round 2 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification.The Indian Men’s team are set to face Kuwait in their opening Group A fixture at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City on Thursday, before returning home to take on Qatar at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday.India will travel to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on November 8 for a preparatory camp…

Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) In recent times, the India-Sri Lanka matchup in ODIs has ended up in the hosts’ winning the games, majorly of which came in a one-sided manner. In September, India beat Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in the Asia Cup final in September and, at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, the hosts’ thrashed the visitors’ by 302 runs.Despite the crushing defeat to India in the ongoing World Cup, Sri Lanka assistant coach Naveed Nawaz does not see the side’s performance in the tournament as a decline of Sri Lankan cricket.“It’s a cause of concern for sure, but…

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Hero MotoCorp – has bolstered its team line-up with the signing of Spain’s top-rider Joan Barreda Bort labelled as a ‘Dakar legend’Barreda exemplifies persistence, commitment and passion for the rally sport. In his illustrious career, the 40-year-old has won 12 international races, and finished the Dakar Rally 7 times.In 13 consecutive Dakar Rally appearances, he has 30 Stage wins, holding the title of winning the maximum number of stages at the mighty Dakar (amongst active competitors in the Bikes category).He is a popular face in the Dakar bivouacs and his best Dakar result is a…