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Steve Smith retires from ODIs after Champions Trophy exit

Times of India - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 06:19
Steve Smith has retired from One-Day Internationals following Australia's Champions Trophy semi-final loss against India. He remains available for Tests and T20Is, aiming for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Smith played 170 ODIs, scored 5800 runs, and led Australia to two World Cup victories in 2015 and 2023. His decision paves the way for younger players to prepare for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
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Trump delivers longest-ever presidential speech to US Congress, beats Clinton

Times of India - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 06:19
US President Donald Trump set a new record with the longest address to a joint session of Congress, speaking for over one hour and 40 minutes. Trump defended his administration's actions and targeted his Democratic opponents, causing political tension. Texas Representative Al Green interrupted the speech, leading to his removal, while several Democrats walked out in protest.
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India's services sector growth sees sharp uptick in February: PMI

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 06:18
According to the survey, job creation and charge inflation remained strong during February
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Freeze number of Lok Sabha seats allotted to States based on 1971 census indefinitely: TVK chief Vijay

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 06:17
The States have been given no clarity and assurance about the means and methods by which delimitation would be carried out, Mr. Vijay said
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How India celebrated Champions Trophy win against Australia

Times of India - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 06:06
Virat Kohli scored 84 runs, leading India to a four-wicket victory over Australia and securing a spot in the Champions Trophy final. Pacer Mohammed Shami and spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja shone in India’s bowling attack, while Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul played crucial roles in the successful chase.
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Rajasthan blackmail case: Families of assaulted accused move High Court as rights groups protest

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:59
The case pertains to alleged blackmail and sexual exploitation of minor girls by some Muslim youths at Bijainagar in Beawar district, which has created communal tension and sparked unrest, promoting bandh calls and protest marches in several towns in the region
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Panel seeks factual note on reports of telecom firms allowed to surrender spectrum

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:57
The CAG had observed that the Notice Inviting Applications for the BWA auction suffered from deficiencies in scope of usage of spectrum for different class of licencees.
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'Will bring hardworking people': Trump pitches 'gold card' program in US Congress

Times of India - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:57
US President Trump announced a new $5 million 'Gold Card' programme, designed to attract wealthy, job-creating individuals to the US. The initiative aims to replace the existing EB-5 Immigrant Investor Programme and promises citizenship along with tax contributions from successful entrepreneurs.
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India’s first hydrogen truck rolls out in Delhi: A game changer for clean mobility

Times of India - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:56
India marks a significant move toward its 2070 net-zero emissions goal with the trial of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks initiated by Tata Motors. Union ministers highlight hydrogen's potential in decarbonizing transport and emphasize the commitment to green energy and innovation.
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Bofors deal: CBI sends judicial request to U.S., seeks information from private investigator Michael Hershman

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:55
During Mr. Hershman’s visit to India in 2017, he appeared on various platforms, alleging that the investigation into the scam was derailed by the then Congress govt. and stated he was willing to share details with the CBI
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Kerala question paper leak case: Unaided school peon arrested

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:51
Police arrest Abdul Nasar after it was found that he had leaked the question papers to a teacher who published the questions in a YouTube channel, MS Solutions
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Delimitation Row: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin chairs all-party meeting

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:44
The meeting is held to discuss the issues surrounding delimitation
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Kerala Opposition Leader refutes CM’s charge that Congress’ failure to take allies along aided BJP in polls

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:41
V.D. Satheesan accuses CPI(M) of yielding to ‘majoritarian communalism’ by ‘whitewashing’ BJP-led Centre as ‘non-fascist’ in its draft political resolution ahead of party’s 24th Congress in Madurai in April
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Telangana tunnel collapse Day 12 LIVE: Rescue operations underway, damaged conveyor belt made functional

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:38
Rescue teams have stepped up their work with more equipment being sent inside to the affected area in the hope of an early breakthrough
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Farmers’ protest: Punjab police barricade Chandigarh-Mohali border points to block farm leaders’ march

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:33
The Samyukta Kisan Morcha said farmers, who left for Chandigarh in tractor-trolleys and other vehicles on Wednesday (March 5) morning, were being stopped by the Punjab Police
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Govt imposes import curbs on platinum alloy

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:32
The decision follows cases where this alloy blended with significant amounts of gold was imported to exploit the tariff differential between gold and platinum.
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Google to Trump's DoJ: Breaking up the company will endanger national security as…

Times of India - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:17
Google is defending against the Justice Department's antitrust remedies, fearing that breaking up the company may threaten national security. The proposal could force Google to sell Chrome and change practices, potentially impacting technological leadership and economic interests. Hearings are set to begin in April.
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Fat-shaming row: Shama Mohamed praises Rohit Sharma after win against Australia

Times of India - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:11
Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed congratulated Team India for their victory over Australia in the semifinals of the Champions Trophy 2025. India, led by Virat Kohli's 84 runs, achieved their highest-ever successful chase against Australia in an ICC event, amassing 265 runs. KL Rahul secured the win, propelling India to the final.
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U.S. to impose reciprocal tariffs against India, China from April 2: Trump

Hindu - Wed, 03/05/2025 - 05:04
President Trump has made it clear to PM Modi that India will not be spared from Washington’s reciprocal tariffs and emphasised that ‘nobody can argue with me’ on tariff structure
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