Ishan Kishan made a stunning comeback to the Duleep Trophy, scoring a brilliant century for India C in their second-round clash against India B on Thursday. Kishan reached his hundred off 121 balls, hitting 14 boundaries and two sixes, showcasing his aggressive yet composed batting style. The 26-year-old had a stroke of luck on the opening day, surviving two dropped chances in consecutive overs. The first near-miss came when he pulled a short delivery from Navdeep Saini toward deep backward square leg. Nitish Kumar Reddy leaped to stop the ball from crossing the boundary but couldn’t hold onto the catch.…
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Nupur Rohila
Love, nature, women's empowerment, and social issues make up the bulk of Nupur's writing topics. She earned a Master of Arts in Ancient History and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Delhi University before she began writing. It just so happens that Nupur also aced the Junior Research Fellowship exam for history. At present, Neha is working as a freelance content writer.
Since Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia in July, a significant breakthrough has been made in securing the release of Indian nationals from the Russian Army. According to Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), 35 Indians have been freed following the Prime Minister’s diplomatic visit, bringing the total number of released individuals to 45, as 10 others were discharged prior to Modi’s visit. Jaiswal highlighted that ongoing efforts are being made to secure the release of the remaining 50 Indian nationals who are still serving in the Russian military. He assured the public that diplomatic…
Mahavir Singh Phogat, renowned as both a former wrestling coach and the uncle of Vinesh Phogat, has shared his views on Vinesh’s recent pivot to politics. According to Phogat, with Vinesh stepping away from wrestling to pursue a political career, his daughter, Sangeeta Phogat, is now set to carry forward his wrestling ambitions. Phogat has begun rigorous preparations with Sangeeta for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, believing she has the potential to secure a medal for India. Sangeeta’s husband, wrestler Bajrang Punia, who earned a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics, and Vinesh herself recently joined the Congress party. Vinesh…
Edelman, a leading global public relations firm based in New York, has announced the appointment of Nikki Haley as vice chair of its public affairs consultancy, Edelman Global Advisory (EGA). Haley, who was South Carolina’s first female governor from 2011 to 2017, brings a wealth of experience in leadership, international relations, and economic development to the role. Her tenure as governor was marked by successful efforts to attract foreign companies to South Carolina, boosting economic growth and job creation. Haley also served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations from 2017 to 2018, where she played a crucial role…
Fruit Street Health, a recognized diabetes prevention program by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has appointed Dr. Arvind Ravinutala as its new Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Ravinutala, an Indian American physician, brings over 12 years of experience in internal medicine and has previously served as a senior healthcare consultant at Stream by AlphaSense and a clinical informaticist at Adventist Health. He is also an associate professor at Loma Linda University. Ravinutala, an MD from the Keck School of Medicine at USC and a graduate in Human Biology from UC San Diego, is acclaimed for his dedication to…
Pixxel, a Bengaluru-based space technology startup known for its advanced hyperspectral earth-imaging solutions, has secured the largest supplier deal ever awarded to an Indian company by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). This contract, part of NASA’s $476-million commercial smallsat data acquisition program, marks the first deal by an Indian startup since the sector was opened to private firms in 2020. The agreement extends through November 2028. Under this contract, Pixxel will supply NASA, US government entities, and academic partners with hyperspectral earth observation data, enhancing the administration’s earth science research and applications. Pixxel’s technology, capable of capturing data…
India is rapidly emerging as a central hub for semiconductor manufacturing, thanks to its growing global partnerships. S Krishnan, the Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and IT, recently highlighted that shifting geopolitical dynamics are prompting many nations to collaborate with India to enhance the global semiconductor supply chain. Krishnan detailed that pilot facilities operated by US-based Micron and Tata Electronics are already in production, with their main manufacturing plants in Gujarat scheduled to commence operations by late 2025. The Indian government’s strategic push to establish the country as a semiconductor powerhouse is gaining traction, buoyed by alliances with nations…
Sanjay S. Reddy, MD, FACS, the Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center, was recently honoured with the 2024 Medical Staff Executive Committee Faculty Citizenship Award. This accolade recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional connection, compassion, and dedication in their care. Robert Uzzo, MD, MBA, FACS, President and CEO of Fox Chase, praised Dr. Reddy for his outstanding embodiment of the values the centre strives to uphold. “Dr. Reddy truly exemplifies the humanity, expertise, and quality of care we aspire to provide,” Uzzo remarked. Since joining Fox Chase as a fellow in 2012, Dr. Reddy has been celebrated…
Shraddha Kapoor, celebrated for her broad appeal, has made an international splash by gracing the cover of Hello Indo Arabia. This special edition delves into her impressive journey in cinema and her expanding fame both in India and beyond. The cover appearance comes on the heels of the success of Stree 2, which has further cemented Shraddha’s status as a leading Bollywood actress. The film’s acclaim has paved the way for her to be featured on the magazine cover, where she is honoured with the title “The People’s Superstar.” Fans have taken to social media to celebrate this milestone, with…
A coalition of Indian-Americans has unveiled a new campaign, “Indian Americans for Harris,” aimed at rallying support for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. This initiative seeks to advance Harris’s candidacy, potentially making her the first individual of Indian heritage to lead the United States. The campaign will concentrate on critical battleground states such as North Carolina, Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Georgia. Desh Chatterjee, a prominent North Carolina businessman and supporter of the campaign, emphasised that the grassroots effort will mobilise Indian-Americans in these pivotal areas to back Harris. Chatterjee described the campaign as a…
