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  Indians keep alive more medal hopes in Olympics 2024 as  Badminton, boxing Archery  sees more Indians advancing to next round as under.  **Boxing** Lovlina Borgohain has the opportunity to win a medal in two consecutive Olympics. To secure a medal in Paris, the country's top female boxer needs to win one more match. On August 4, in the quarterfinals, Lovlina will face China's Li Qian. Only Sushil Kumar in wrestling and PV Sindhu in badminton have won medals in individual events in two consecutive Olympics for India. **Archery** India's female archers keep the medal hopes alive. After Bhajan Kaur, Deepika Kumari has also advanced to the pre-quarterfinals. On August 3, Bhajan will compete against Indonesia's Diananda Choirunisa, while Deepika will face Germany's Michelle Kroppen. **Badminton** In badminton at the Paris Olympics, Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu have advanced to the singles knockout stage. In the men's singles pre-quarterfinals, Lakshya secured his spot

  James Anderson, born on July 30, 1982, in Burnley, Lancashire, England, is widely acclaimed as one of the most skillful and successful fast bowlers in the history of cricket. Known for his remarkable swing bowling and longevity in the sport, Anderson's career is marked by numerous achievements and records, making him a cornerstone of English cricket. Career Achievements - **Test Cricket:**   - Anderson made his Test debut for England on May 22, 2003, against Zimbabwe.   - He has played  188 Test matches, taking  704 wickets at an average of around 26.46 with best figures of 7/42. He had 32 five wicket hauls and 3 10 wickets in a match haul .  He has taken 1126 first class wickets in 298 matches      - Anderson is the highest wicket-taking fast bowler in the history of Test cricket and the only fast bowler to reach 700 Test wickets. As a batter though not having great pretentions , he was a stubborn number 11 scoring  1353 test runs with a top score of 81  his only test fifty.  -

  India secured a T20 series win against Sri Lanka with a thrilling Super Over victory in the third match, thanks to Suryakumar Yadav and his team. After batting first on Tuesday, India scored 137 runs for the loss of 9 wickets. In response, Sri Lanka also made 137 runs for 8 wickets. With the match tied, it went to a Super Over. Suryakumar handed the ball to Washington Sundar. Despite a wide on the first ball, Washington dismissed Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka within three deliveries, restricting Sri Lanka to just 2 runs. Suryakumar then hit a boundary on the first ball, securing the win for India. Sri Lanka, who seemed poised to win, let the match slip away. India's victory was largely thanks to bowlers Rinku Singh and Suryakumar, who each took 2 wickets in the 19th and 20th overs, respectively, to bring India back into the game. Earlier, Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bowl first. India's top order struggled, except for vice-captain Shubman Gill. Yashasvi Jaiswal (10

  Simone Biles met expectations and delivered an outstanding performance, kicking off the Paris Olympics with a gold medal. On Tuesday night, the American gymnast led her team to victory in the artistic gymnastics team event. Biles participated in all four rotations, finishing with her renowned floor event. Throughout the competition, the American team appeared unfazed by pressure, ultimately securing the gold with ease. After the event, Biles embraced her teammates, her face beaming with joy. The crowd chanted her name, celebrating her triumphant return to the sport after her abrupt exit from the Tokyo Olympics three years ago. With this victory, Biles earned her eighth Olympic medal, five of which are gold. Spain's star tennis duo, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz, progressed to the quarterfinals of the Paris Olympics 2024 with a thrilling super tiebreak victory over the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor and Wesley Koolhof. After dropping the first set 6-4, the Dutch pair pushed

  India's men's hockey team secured their second victory in the Olympics by defeating Ireland 2-0 in their third pool (group) match. Both goals were scored by the captain, Harmanpreet Singh. This win on Tuesday puts India in a favorable position to advance to the quarter-finals of the Olympic hockey tournament. India's victory over Ireland was expected. The Indian team had addressed many of the mistakes from their matches against New Zealand and Argentina. However, weaknesses were still evident in their attack within the opponent's "D" area. From the outset, Harmanpreet and his team displayed an aggressive approach and quickly reaped the benefits. In the 11th minute, the captain scored from a penalty stroke to put India ahead. He extended the lead in the 19th minute with a goal from a penalty corner. Despite their efforts, the Indian team could not demonstrate exceptional skill in executing penalty corners. Even after taking a 2-0 lead, the Indian team did not

  At least 106 people have died due to landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, early Tuesday morning. The mountainous region experienced three consecutive landslides over four hours, isolating large areas. Over a hundred people are still trapped under the debris. Due to damaged roads, rescuers have been unable to reach many areas, and heavy rainfall has hindered aerial rescue efforts. Consequently, the administration fears that the death toll may rise. The Meteorological Department has indicated that heavy rains will continue in Kerala, with forecasts suggesting that the downpour may persist until Thursday, August 1. This heavy rain is expected to hamper rescue operations. Near Meppadi in Wayanad, the local police, administration, and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are conducting rescue operations along with the army. The Indian Army has reported that 225 soldiers are engaged in the rescue efforts, with 140 more on standby in Thiruvananthapuram, ready to be airlifted if needed. Ker

  After Sunday, India secured two more medals on Tuesday at the Paris Olympics, both won by Manu Bhaker. The first was in the individual 10-meter air pistol event, and the second in the mixed event with Sarabjot Singh. Now, Manu has her sights set on the 25-meter pistol event. India won a bronze medal in the 10-meter air pistol mixed event. Manu Bhaker earned her second medal, as India claimed bronze in both the individual and mixed categories. Manu and Sarabjot Singh defeated South Korea with a score of 16-10. In their first series against South Korea on Tuesday, India lost points but came back strong, winning the next four series to take the lead. Though it seemed like an easy victory, South Korea fought back but never managed to overtake India. In the end, Manu and Sarabjot secured the bronze with a 16-10 score. Manu is ranked fifth in the world in the 10-meter air pistol category. She finished third in the Olympics, earning a bronze. In the 25-meter pistol, however, she is ranked m

  Rafael Nadal had the chance to even the head to head score at 30-30. However, he ended up trailing Novak Djokovic with a head-to-head record of 29-31. In the second round of the singles at the Paris Olympics, Nadal lost to Djokovic 1-6, 4-6. On his beloved Philippe Chatrier Court, Nadal seemed a shadow of his former self. After a 1 hour and 43-minute battle, Djokovic advanced to the third round of the Olympic singles. Tennis enthusiasts packed the center court at the French Open to witness the Nadal-Djokovic showdown. They anticipated a fierce contest between two of the world's best players competing for their countries. However, 14-time French Open champion Nadal could not meet those expectations. He struggled significantly against Djokovic, and at times, it was hard to tell if Nadal was even playing. The once invincible Nadal on the red clay looked helpless at times. Djokovic was in his familiar form, fully aware that this Nadal was not the Rafael of old. From the start, he app

  In their second match of the Olympic hockey tournament, India drew 1-1 against Argentina. After trailing for most of the match against the 2016 Olympic champions, Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh equalized. However, India's wasted penalty corner opportunities and defensive mindset are causes for concern. Lucas Martinez put Argentina ahead, and Harmanpreet Singh scored the equalizer. India received a penalty corner early in the first quarter but failed to capitalize on it. At that moment, Harmanpreet Singh was off the field with a green card, a decision he was not happy with. Sandeep missed the penalty corner. Towards the end of the first quarter, Argentina also got a penalty corner but squandered their chance. In the second quarter, India's performance worsened. They got three consecutive penalty corners but failed to convert any. Credit is also due to Argentina's goalkeeper, who saved two attempts. Shortly after, Argentina scored in the 23rd minute. There were defensive

  India has secured victory in the first two matches of the T20 series against Sri Lanka. In a rain-affected game, India won by 7 wickets. Sri Lanka batted first and scored 161 runs. Due to rain, India’s target was revised to 78 runs in 8 overs, which they achieved with ease. India had dominated with their batting in the first match. However, in the second match, it was India’s death-over bowling that caught the eye. In the last four overs, India took 7 wickets, halting Sri Lanka's progress. Sri Lanka had been in a strong position at 130 for 2 courtesy sublime Nissanka (32) and belligerent  Kusal Parera (53) but collapsed to 161 for 9, losing 7 wickets in just four overs. Hardik Patel, Ravi Bishnoi (3/26) and Axar Patel were instrumental in applying pressure on Sri Lanka. The match started late due to rain. When India began their innings, rain interrupted again after just three balls, causing a significant delay. The match resumed with a reduced number of overs, setting India's

  England triumphed in all three Tests against the West Indies, securing a comprehensive 10-wicket victory in the final Test at Birmingham. Chasing a modest target of 82 runs in the last innings, Ben Stokes and his team achieved the win with ease. However, this victory did not improve England’s position in the World Test Championship standings. Despite winning all three Tests against the Caribbean side, England remained in sixth place. They have earned 57 points from 13 matches, with a points percentage of 36.54. Pakistan, in fifth place, has a slightly better percentage of 36.66. India leads the standings with a points percentage of 68.52. In the third Test, the West Indies were bowled out on the first day, scoring 282 runs in their first innings. Captain Kraigg Brathwaite (61), Jason Holder (59), and Joshua Da Silva (49) were the only notable contributors. England's Gus Atkinson took four wickets, and Chris Woakes claimed three, ending the West Indies' innings. England starte

  Underdogs Sri Lanka shock India in the Asia Cup final. The Indian women's team could not win their seventh Asia Cup title. Sri Lanka emerged as champions by defeating Harmanpreet Kaur's team in the final. Previously, Sri Lanka had been runners-up five times. This is their first title win. India batted first and scored 165 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in 20 overs. Sri Lanka chased down the target with 8 balls to spare, losing only 2 wickets. India's bowling and fielding were subpar in the final. After winning the toss, Harmanpreet decided to bat first. Although India's opening pair started well, they couldn't post a big score. Especially, Shafali Verma struggled to score quickly, making 16 runs off 19 balls before getting out lbw to a contentious decision . Smriti Mandhana, the other opener who was dropped early ,  scored a half-century. Number 3 Uma Chettry got lbw cheaply .  Harmanpreet failed with the bat again, getting out for 11 runs. In the later stages, Ma

  Manu Bhaker won the bronze medal in the women's 10-meter air pistol event. She secured India's first medal at the Paris Olympics, missing the silver by just 0.1 points. Expectations were high for Manu from the beginning, and she fulfilled them by winning a medal for the country. She became the first Indian woman shooter to win an Olympic medal. South Korea's Oh Ye Jin won the gold medal in the women's 10-meter air pistol event, setting an Olympic record with a score of 243.2. The silver medal was won by South Korea's Kim Yeji, who scored 241.3. Manu's final score was 221.7. Before the last two shots, Yeji had a score of 221.8. Thus, Manu finished with the bronze by a margin of 0.1 points. In her last shot, Manu scored 10.3, while Yeji scored 10.5. Even if she had scored 10.2, the shooter from Haryana could have won the silver medal. There were high expectations for the shooter from Haryana from the start. Manu reached the finals after finishing third in the qu

  England is in a favorable position in the third Test against the West Indies. Despite a poor batting performance on the first day, they managed to recover on the second day. By the end of the second day, England had a lead of 61 runs over the West Indies. Joe Root and Jamie Smith played well for England. In their second innings, the West Indies were at 33 for 2. On the first day of the third Test, England bowled out the West Indies for 282 runs, but their own innings started poorly. They lost three wickets early and were under pressure the next morning, losing five wickets for just 54 runs. The West Indies bowlers were on fire as Pope and Brook got knocked over cheaply & in quick succession .  Joe Root and Ben Stokes then rescued the team from that precarious position. They added 115 runs for the sixth wicket, playing aggressively. Stokes was dismissed in the 36th over after scoring a free flowing  54 runs off 69 balls with five boundaries. Root followed after scoring a sublime 8

  Sir Garfield "Gary" Sobers, born on July 28, 1936, in Bridgetown, Barbados, is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time. Known for his exceptional all-round abilities, Sobers’ career is a testament to his unparalleled skill and versatility in both batting and bowling. His impact on the game of cricket is profound, and his achievements continue to inspire cricketers around the world. ### Career Achievements - **Test Cricket:**   - Sobers made his Test debut for the West Indies on March 30, 1954, against England.   - He played 93 Test matches, scoring 8,032 runs at an average of 57.78.   - His highest Test score was 365*, a world record at the time, and he hit 26 centuries and 30 half-centuries.   - As a bowler, Sobers took 235 wickets at an average of 34.03, with his best bowling figures being 6/73.   - Sobers is renowned for his remarkable versatility, being able to bowl both left-arm orthodox spin and left-arm fast-medium. - **All-Round Excellence:**  

 India's new coach-captain duo had a great start. Gautam Gambhir won his first match as coach, and Suryakumar Yadav secured his first win as captain. India defeated Sri Lanka by 43 runs in the first T20 match on Sri Lankan soil. Batting first, India scored 213 runs, thanks to Suryakumar's half-century. Sri Lanka couldn't chase the target and was all out for 170 in 19.2 overs. With this win, India took a 1-0 lead in the T20 series. Sri Lanka's captain Charith Asalanka chose to bowl first after winning the toss. India's openers Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal got off to a good start. Their understanding has been improving with each game. They capitalized on the powerplay, using the pace of the Sri Lankan bowlers to hit big shots. Shubman was dismissed on the last ball of the powerplay, scoring 34 runs off 16 balls. The openers added 74 runs together. Yashasvi was out on the first ball of the next over after scoring a quickfire 40 runs off 21 balls. After the openers

  Indian athletes have started participating in various events at the Olympics from Saturday. They have taken part in competitions like shooting, rowing, and badminton. Currently, two Indian competitors are competing in shooting. Manu Bhaker has reached the finals in the women's 10m air pistol event, while Rhythm Sangwan finished 15th. India's shooting campaign at the Paris Olympics began with disappointment. In the 10m air rifle mixed team event, none of the Indian pairs could reach the medal rounds. The pair of Arjun Babuta and Ramita Jindal finished sixth in the preliminary round, while the duo of Sandeep Singh and Elavenil Valarivan ended in 12th place. India holds the world record in this event, so there were high expectations for medals in the 10m air rifle mixed team event. However, none of the Indian pairs were able to finish in the top four at any stage of the preliminary rounds. Arjun and Ramita finished with 628.7 points, while Sandeep and Elavenil scored 626.3 point

  Three stars competed on the same day at the Olympics and all emerged victorious. Iga Świątek, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic each began their Olympic campaigns with wins. All three matches were held on Roland Garros' center court. Two months ago, Świątek and Alcaraz had won trophies on this very court. Both played dominantly in their respective matches. On the other hand, Djokovic is aiming for his first Olympic medal. Świątek faced Romania's Irina-Camelia Begu, winning 6-2, 7-5. Alcaraz defeated Lebanon's Hady Habib 6-3, 6-1. Djokovic also won in straight sets, defeating Australia's Matthew Ebden, the Olympic doubles top seed, in less than an hour. Djokovic triumphed with a score of 6-0, 6-1. Notably, Ebden got the chance to play in the Olympic singles due to Holger Rune's withdrawal; otherwise, he was only set to play doubles. Seven weeks after winning the French Open, Świątek was broken in the second set and fell behind 3-5. However, she made a comeback. Św

  Argentina has bounced back from a defeat to Morocco with a victory. They had lost their first match 1-2. In the second match, Argentina defeated Iraq 3-1. This win keeps Lionel Messi's team in the quarter-final contention in Olympic football. From the start, Argentina played aggressively against Iraq. Coach Javier Mascherano fielded Julian Alvarez from the beginning, and the team reaped the benefits. In the 13th minute, Thiago Almada scored a goal from an Alvarez pass. Even after taking the lead, Argentina did not reduce their attacks. Thiago and Cristian Medina continued to create opportunities. Iraq managed to counter the pressure and began to find their rhythm, firing a few shots at Argentina's goal, but they couldn't score. As the game neared halftime, Ayman Hussein shocked Argentina by scoring in injury time, leveling the score at 1-1. From the beginning of the second half, Argentina continued to strive for a goal. The coach made a few substitutions, increasing the p

  Benin is a small country in West Africa, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse landscapes. Bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, Burkina Faso and Niger to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, Benin offers a mix of coastal beauty, savannas, and historical sites. The capital city, Porto-Novo, is a charming city with colonial architecture, while Cotonou, the largest city, serves as the economic hub. ### Best Spots to Visit 1. **Cotonou**    - **Description:** The largest city and economic center of Benin.    - **Highlights:** Dantokpa Market, Fidjrosse Beach, and the Fondation Zinsou art museum. 2. **Porto-Novo**    - **Description:** The official capital of Benin, known for its colonial architecture and museums.    - **Highlights:** The Royal Palace, Ethnographic Museum, and the Great Mosque. 3. **Ouidah**    - **Description:** A historical town with a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade.    - **Highlights:** The Door of No Retur

Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant arts scene. It is bordered by Mali to the north and west, Niger to the east, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and Ivory Coast to the southwest. The capital city, Ouagadougou, is a bustling urban center that serves as the cultural and economic hub of the country. ### Best Spots to Visit 1. **Ouagadougou**    - **Description:** The capital and largest city, renowned for its lively markets, music, and cultural festivals.    - **Highlights:** The National Museum of Burkina Faso, Bangr-Weoogo Urban Park, and the International Art and Craft Fair, Ouagadougou (SIAO). 2. **Bobo-Dioulasso**    - **Description:** The second-largest city, known for its relaxed atmosphere and historical sites.    - **Highlights:** The Grand Mosque of Bobo-Dioulasso, Kibidwé District, and Dafra, a sacred catfish sanctuary. 3. **Banfora**    - **Description:** A town in the so

  Allan Border, born on July 27, 1955, in Cremorne, New South Wales, Australia, is a renowned figure in the world of cricket. As a former Australian cricketer, Border is celebrated for his remarkable contributions both as a player and a captain. His illustrious career is marked by numerous achievements and records that have solidified his legacy in the sport. He was a collosus in Australia & world cricket .  One of the greatest ever cricketers to have played the game in the last 50 years  turns 69 today.  Allan Border stands as a colossus in world cricket history . Showing great resilience and skills since his test debut in 1978 December in the Ashes , Border  carved a niche for himself in his early days even as Greg Chappell was ruling Australia as their most leading batsman . Border's performances particularly at overseas in India , England and in the hostile environment of West Indies took him to the top as a batting great and subsequently in 1984 he got the captaincy in the

  The Women's Asia Cup final will be contested between India and Sri Lanka. In the semi-final, Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan, winning with one ball to spare. Chasing Pakistan's 140-run target, Sri Lanka secured victory with three wickets remaining. In the semi-final, Pakistan batted first. Openers Gul Feroza (25) and Muneeba Ali (37) formed a 61-run partnership, suggesting a large total for Pakistan. However, their batting lineup collapsed after both were dismissed in the same over. Captain Nida Dar and Fatima Sana both scored 23 runs but couldn't help their team reach 150, ending their innings at 140. Credit goes to Sri Lanka's Sugandika Kumari, who, despite not taking any wickets in her four overs, conceded only 16 runs and effectively restricted the scoring in the middle overs. Chasing the 141-run target set by Pakistan, Sri Lanka lost Vishmi Gunaratne in the first over. Harshitha Samarawickrama (12), Kavisha Dilhari (17), and Nilakshi de Silva (0) didn’t contribute mu

  India has reached the final of the Women's Asia Cup for the ninth time. In the history of the Asia Cup, the Indian women's team has played in the final every time, and Harmanpreet Kaur's team has continued that tradition. In the semi-finals, India convincingly defeated Bangladesh by 10 wickets. Batting first, Bangladesh scored 80 runs for 8 wickets in 20 overs. Openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma chased down the target in just 11 overs. India will play the final on Sunday against  Sri Lanka . Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana won the toss and decided to bat first. However, nothing went well for Bangladesh except winning the toss. Dilara Akter was dismissed in the first over. Renuka Singh impressed with the new ball, taking three wickets during the power play. She dismissed Dilara, Ishma Tanzim, and Murshida Khatun. The Bangladeshi batters struggled to handle Renuka's swing. Although captain Nigar held one end, wickets kept falling at the other. Rumana Ahmed, Rabe

  From the start of the third Test, England has shown dominance. On the first day of the Birmingham Test, West Indies lost all 10 wickets. However, England also lost three wickets in their late-day batting, leaving them 244 runs behind and not in a very comfortable position. West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite scored 61 runs as an opener. He was supported by Jason Holder, who scored 59 runs off 112 balls. Wicketkeeper Joshua Da Silva scored 49 runs. Apart from these three batsmen, the rest of the West Indies lineup did not make a significant impact. This was mainly due to England's Gus Atkinson, who took 4 wickets. Chris Woakes took 3 wickets, Mark Wood took 2 wickets, and Shoaib Bashir took 1 wicket. In response to West Indies' 282 runs, England lost three wickets for 38 runs. Opener Zak Crawley scored 18 runs, and the other opener, Ben Duckett, made 3 runs. Nightwatchman Mark Wood was dismissed without scoring. Caribbean pacer Jayden Seales took two wickets, and Alzarri Jos

With 555 teeth in its mouth, scientists have discovered an astonishing fish. Don't mistake these teeth for fish bones; this extraordinary fish has teeth similar to those of humans. Recently, this terrifying fish was found in the Pacific Ocean. This fish, known as the Pacific Lingcod, holds the record for the most teeth of any fish in the world. Its discovery has sparked significant discussion among scientists. The most remarkable feature of this fish is its mouth, which houses 555 razor-sharp teeth. Upon further research, scientists found that the Pacific Lingcod loses about 20 teeth every day, but they regenerate by the end of the day. This carnivorous fish, found in the northern Pacific Ocean, measures about 20 inches in length and has a fearsome appearance. The Pacific Lingcod is among the world's most frightening fish due to its hundreds of microscopic teeth lining its jaws. It uses a set of powerful jaws to chew its food, losing approximately 20 teeth during each meal. The

  Ghana is a vibrant West African country known for its rich history, diverse culture, and welcoming people. Bordered by Ivory Coast to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, Togo to the east, and the Gulf of Guinea to the south, Ghana offers a variety of landscapes from lush forests to beautiful coastlines. Accra, the capital city, is a bustling metropolis with a mix of modern attractions and historical sites. ### Best Spots to Visit 1. **Accra**    - **Description:** The capital and largest city, known for its lively markets, historic sites, and vibrant nightlife.    - **Highlights:** Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, Makola Market, Labadi Beach, and the Arts Center. 2. **Cape Coast**    - **Description:** A historic city famous for its role in the transatlantic slave trade.    - **Highlights:** Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, and Kakum National Park with its canopy walkway. 3. **Kumasi**    - **Description:** The cultural heart of Ghana and the capital of the Ashanti Reg