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Quartet of Gurindervir, Animesh, Manikanta, Amlan rewrites men's 4x100m national record in the second Indian Open Relay Competition at the Sector 7 Sports Complex in Chandigarh on Wednesday. Photo credit: Reliance Foundation

National Open Relays: Quartet of Gurindervir, Animesh, Manikanta, Amlan rewrites men's 4x100m national record

Chandigarh, April 30 (IANS) A team comprising top sprinters Gurindervir Singh, Animesh Kujur, Manikanta Hoblidhar, and Amlan Borgohain broke the national record in the men's 4x100m relay at the 2nd Indian Open Relay Competition here on Wednesday.

Karan Johar welcomes Rohit Saraf to the Dharma family

Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) After making an impact as the perfect green flag, Rishi Singh Shekhawat in the popular series, "Mismatched", actor Rohit Saraf has now joined the Dharma family.

Cricket is in my DNA, but the game is changing, says Sara Tendulkar on joining Global e-Cricket Premier League (GEPL)

Cricket is in my DNA, but the game is changing, says Sara Tendulkar on joining e-Cricket league

Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) Sara Tendulkar has always been close to cricket, not just as the daughter of legend Sachin Tendulkar, but as someone who grew up with the sport woven into her everyday life. Now, she’s beginning to chart her path, joining the e-Cricket ecosystem, a space that blends tradition with technology, and the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation.

BJP’s Amit Malviya rebukes Rahul: ‘Caste census long in the works, not your idea'

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) The Central government's decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming population census has reignited political friction, with the Congress and the BJP trading barbs over credit and intent. While the move marks a significant policy step with implications for governance and welfare delivery, it has also opened the door to renewed ideological sparring between the ruling party and the opposition.

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Ukraine 'by all means wants to disturpt' Victory Day ceasefire declared by Putin, says Russian envoy

Moscow, April 30 (IANS) Russia has said that Ukraine wants to disturb the ceasefire announced by President Vladimir Putin for the day of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War.

Pakistan cancels all flights to PoK amid escalating tensions with India

Islamabad, April 30 (IANS) Pakistan on Wednesday announced cancellation of all domestic flights to Gilgit and Skardu amid escalating tensions with India after last week's Pahalgam attack in which 26 innocent civilians lost their lives.

People count losses as gas crisis grips Bangladesh

Dhaka, April 30 (IANS) The disruption of gas supplies around Bangladesh has affected commercial and industrial customers, including CNG-powered auto rickshaws and private cars, as drivers complained of less-than-half-filled tanks even after waiting in long tailbacks for refills, local media reported on Wednesday.

PM Modi will not visit Russia for May 9 Victory Day celebrations, confirms Kremlin

Moscow, April 30 (IANS) Russia on Wednesday confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not be attending the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9.

Science & Technology

India’s GCCs record robust rise in women staffers at senior levels

New Delhi, April, 30 (IANS) While India is rapidly becoming a hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), the development has ushered in a promising trend in women's career advancement with a significant increase in female representation in mid and senior positions in the sector, according to a TeamLease Digital report released on Wednesday.

‘100 pc fruit juice’ claim by Dabur violates law, misleading: FSSAI to Delhi HC

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) The claim made by FMCG giant Dabur that its range of fruit beverages is made “100 per cent” from fruits violates rules and regulations and is also misleading for the consumers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has informed the Delhi High Court.

Can mushrooms help boost health in Parkinson's patients?

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) While psilocybin -- a natural compound found in certain mushrooms -- has shown promise in treating depression and anxiety, a new study showed its benefits in lifting mood and enhancing motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease patients.

Adani Power logs strong financial performance in FY25, achieves 102 BU power generation

Ahmedabad, April 30 (IANS) Adani Power on Wednesday reported a 21.4 per cent jump in consolidated continuing profit before tax (PBT) at Rs 13,926 crore in FY25, compared to Rs 11,470 crore in FY24, due to improved EBITDA and lower finance costs.

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New skin-based test to boost diagnosis of debilitating neurodegenerative disease

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Canadian researchers have developed a skin-based test that can detect signature features of progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) -- a rare neurodegenerative disease that affects body movements, including walking, balance, and swallowing.

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