Cebu Island [Philippines], October 1 : An estimated 60 people have been confirmed killed, with almost 150 injured after a powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off the coast of the central Philippine island province of Cebu, Al Jazeera reported on Wednesday. Citing the United States Geological Survey, Al Jazeera reported that the earthquake struck at… Continue reading Philippines earthquake: Death toll rises to 60
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“Spinners can play effective role in Australia if their skill sets suit”: Nathan Lyon ahead of The Ashes 2025 series
Canberra [Australia], October 1 : Veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon emphasised the importance of spinners in Australian conditions and highlighted how variations in spin can significantly alter the tempo and impact the game. “You’re asking the spinner if they want to pick a spinner. For me, yeah, you’re picking a spinner in every side. Variation, it… Continue reading “Spinners can play effective role in Australia if their skill sets suit”: Nathan Lyon ahead of The Ashes 2025 series
Thiruvananthapuram Tantri displays 7,400 idol Bommakolu display as part of Navratri celebrations
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], October 1 : Kuttu Veerasaiva, Tantri of Pettah Melamkode Ishakkiyamma Temple, has created a spectacular Bommakolu display featuring 7,400 figurines at his residence, Shaktikripa, in Thiruvananthapuram, as part of the Navratri celebrations. The traditional Bommakolu displays, arranged during the Navaratri festival, carry a deeper meaning beyond their visual charm. Each step adorned… Continue reading Thiruvananthapuram Tantri displays 7,400 idol Bommakolu display as part of Navratri celebrations
HSBC India Manufacturing PMI slips to 57.7 in September, however optimism boosted by GST cuts
New Delhi [India] October 1: India’s manufacturing sector continued to expand in September though at a slower pace, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) easing to 57.7 from 59.3 in August, according to survey data released on Wednesday. The September reading, while marking the weakest improvement since May, remained well above the… Continue reading HSBC India Manufacturing PMI slips to 57.7 in September, however optimism boosted by GST cuts
PM Modi participates in RSS centenary celebrations in New Delhi
New Delhi [India], October 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday joined the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as the Chief Guest at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. On this occasion, the Prime Minister is releasing a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and coin highlighting the RSS’s contributions to… Continue reading PM Modi participates in RSS centenary celebrations in New Delhi
Over 11 lakh health camps held under Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan
NEW DELHI: (Sep 30) Over 11.31 lakh health camps, including screening and speciality camps, have been conducted under the Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan, registering a footfall of more than 6.51 crore citizens nationwide. Launched on September 17, the campaign continues to see overwhelming participation across India, with lakhs of women, children and families benefitting… Continue reading Over 11 lakh health camps held under Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan
It was not an easy game, says Harmanpreet despite 59-run triumph in the end
GUWAHATI: (Sep 30) India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledged that the ICC Women’s World Cup opener against Sri Lanka wasn’t easy despite the hosts earning a facile 59-run win in the end under DLS Method to log full points here on Tuesday. Sri Lankan veteran spinner Inoka Ranaweera’s four-wicket haul — three in the 26th over… Continue reading It was not an easy game, says Harmanpreet despite 59-run triumph in the end
Netflix India gets nine nominations at Asian Academy Creative Awards 2025
MUMBAI: (Sep 30) Netflix India has secured nine nominations at the Asian Academy Creative Awards (AACA) for their shows including “Black Warrant” and “IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack”. The nominees will now go on to represent India and compete in the Grand Awards, across the APAC region, in December 2024 in Singapore. “The Greatest Rivalry:… Continue reading Netflix India gets nine nominations at Asian Academy Creative Awards 2025
It’ll be big insult to US, want the country to get it: Prez Trump says he will not get Nobel
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON: (Oct 1) US President Donald Trump has said it will be a “big insult” to America if the Nobel Peace Prize is not awarded to him even though he has ended over seven global conflicts. Referring to his plan to end the Gaza conflict, Trump said Tuesday in remarks to military leaders in… Continue reading It’ll be big insult to US, want the country to get it: Prez Trump says he will not get Nobel
Festival organiser, Zubeen Garg’s manager arrested in Delhi
GUWAHATI: (Oct 1) North East India Festival (NEIF) chief organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta and Zubeen Garg’s manager Siddhartha Sharma have been arrested in connection with the singer’s death in Singapore, police said on Wednesday. Mahanta was arrested on his arrival at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi from Singapore while Sharma was arrested from… Continue reading Festival organiser, Zubeen Garg’s manager arrested in Delhi