World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4th, serves as a global initiative to raise awareness about cancer and encourage preventive measures, early detection, and better treatment. Millions of lives are affected by cancer every year, and through education, lifestyle changes, and advancements in treatments, the goal is to reduce cancer-related deaths significantly. A healthy diet plays a crucial role in cancer prevention, and certain foods have been shown to contain compounds that prot

India’s U19 Women’s cricket team triumphed in the final of the T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by 9 wickets to win their second consecutive title. Playing in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, India showcased an outstanding all-round performance. South Africa, batting first, were bowled out for a mere 82 runs in 20 overs, thanks to disciplined bowling from the Indian team.   The bowlers made an immediate impact, taking back-to-back wickets early, which set the

India's strong performance in the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup semifinal saw them defeat England by 9 wickets, with G Kamalini scoring a match-winning 56* off 50 balls. India successfully chased down England's total of 113/8 in just 15 overs. Spinners shine for India: The standout performers for India were left-arm spinners Parunika Sisodia and Vaishnavi Sharma

In a thrilling semi-final clash at the U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur, Parunika Sisodia’s inspiring spell has been pivotal in India’s effort to bring England back from a strong start. England, opting to bat first, had a solid beginning with Davina Perrin leading the charge. She scored 45 off 40 balls, helping her side reach 37/0 by the end of the powerplay. However, India’s spinners, led by Sisodia and Aayushi Shukla, soon triggered a dramatic collapse in t

Ahead of their Davis Cup 2025 World Group I Playoff tie against Togo, Team India has made extensive preparations, ensuring that the squad is well-acclimatized and sharp for the upcoming matches at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi. The team, led by Captain Rohit Rajpal, consists of seasoned players like N Sriram Balaji, Ramkumar Ramanathan, and Mukund Sasikumar, alongside debutants Rithvik Bollipalli and Karan Singh. Captain Rajpal emphasized the importance of team cohesion and getting used to th

Gongadi Trisha, the rising star of Indian women's cricket, made history by becoming the first player to score a century in the ongoing Women's T20 U-19 World Cup. Her dazzling 110* off 53 balls guided India to a commanding 150-run victory over Scotland in their Super Six encounter. India posted a massive 208/1, and Scotland was bowled out for a mere 58 runs. Trisha, who had previously shown great form with scores of 49 and 40 in the tournament, has been one of the standout players for

Pakistan and Nepal breezed through their respective fourth-place play-off matches in the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. Pakistan, with a strong performance from pacer Haniah Ahmer, who took 4 wickets for 20 runs, defeated Samoa by 52 runs. Pakistan posted a total of 136/8 with contributions from Maham Anees (28) and Fatima Khan (25). In reply, Samoa could only manage 84 runs in 18.5 overs. Quratulain Ahsen (2/13) and Fatima Khan (2/19) supported Hani

A recent study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open reveals that women may have a 31% higher risk of developing long Covid compared to men, with the highest risk observed in those aged 40-55 years. Among this group, menopausal women face a 42% higher risk, while non-menopausal women show a 45% increase. The study, based on the 'RECOVER' trial, included over 12,200 participants and was led by researchers from The University of Texas,

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed immense optimism for India's future, declaring that the country has entered its golden era of economic growth. Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Naidu highlighted that India's economy is poised for significant growth, predicting it will register the fastest incremental GDP growth from 2028 onwards. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and emphasized the stability provided

The Kho Kho World Cup 2025 has brought a new wave of excitement to the sport, highlighting its potential for international growth. Held in India, the event demonstrated how this traditional South Asian game is gaining traction across continents, from the United States to Brazil and beyond. The tournament not only showcased thrilling matches but also brought awareness to the possibilities for Kho Kho’s expansion, especially with low investment and minimal infrastructure requirements.

India’s Smriti Mandhana has risen to second place in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings after a remarkable series against Ireland, where she scored 135 in the third ODI and contributed with 41 and 73 runs in the first two matches. With 738 points, Mandhana is now only behind South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, who leads the rankings with 773 points. Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu follows in third with 733 points. Mandhana is currently the only Indian player in the top 10 of

The World Bank-appointed Neutral Expert has affirmed its authority to resolve the ongoing dispute between India and Pakistan concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydropower projects in Jammu and Kashmir, under the 1960 Indus Water Treaty. India welcomed the decision, which supported its stance that all seven issues related to the two projects fall within the expert’s jurisdiction. The dispute, which centers around the technical designs of the two hydropower plants, escalated t

Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is gearing up for his highly anticipated trip to Switzerland to participate in the prestigious World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit in Davos. This business-focused event is seen as an excellent opportunity to attract significant investments to the state. In a strategic move ahead of his trip, Naidu has successfully poached a key investment body executive from the neighbori

n an impressive display of skill and strategy, the Indian women's Kho Kho team dominated Bangladesh with a resounding 109-16 victory in their Kho Kho World Cup quarterfinal on Friday, securing their place in the semifinals. Captain Priyanka Ingle led the team with exceptional leadership, guiding India to their fifth consecutive 100-point game. India's performance was flawless across all four turns, with a particularly

Continuing their unbeaten streak in the Kho Kho World Cup, the Indian women's team defeated Malaysia in commanding fashion to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The match, held in New Delhi on Thursday, showcased India’s dominance with several spectacular 'Dream Runs' and tactical mastery. The match began with India's defenders Bhilar Opinaben and Monika setting the pace in the opening batch, leading to an evenly matched start with both teams tied at 6-6 by th

Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, will embark on a significant trip to Davos on January 20 to participate in the prestigious World Economic Forum (WEF). This marks the return of a well-known tradition for the TDP chief, who has previously used the platform to attract global investments to Andhra Pradesh. The timing of this visit is especially important for Naidu, as it comes after a tumultuous five years under the leadership of his rival, Y.S. Jagan Mohan Redd

In 2024, the rural development ministry of India put a strong emphasis on women empowerment, particularly through self-help groups (SHGs). Over 10 crore rural households were mobilized into nearly 91 lakh SHGs, with a large number of women benefiting from various rural development schemes. The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) has been a major contributor to women's employment, with over 6.7 crore women workers provided employment in the current financial

A new study conducted by University College London (UCL) has revealed that smoking has a more significant impact on life expectancy than previously believed. The study, commissioned by the Department for Health and Social Care, found that each cigarette smoked reduces a person’s life by an average of 17 minutes for men and 22 minutes for women. These findings are higher than earlier estimates, which suggested that each cigarette took around 11 minutes off a person’s life. This mea

Call of Duty: World at War, Treyarch’s World War II-themed first-person shooter, is expected to arrive on Xbox Game Pass in May 2025, according to a reliable tipster. Alongside this title, Singularity, a first-person shooter by Raven Software, will also join the service. This would mark the third Call of Duty game available on Game Pass, following Modern Warfare 3 and Black Ops 6. The news comes from tipster @eXtas1stv, known for ac

India completed a 3-0 series sweep over the West Indies in the final Women's ODI in Vadodara on Friday, thanks to Deepti Sharma's career-best performance with the ball and a crucial unbeaten knock with the bat. Sharma claimed remarkable figures of 6/31, supported by pacer Renuka Singh, who took 4/29, as India bowled West Indies out for just 162. India faced a brief wobble while chasing, losing four quick wickets to be at 73/4, but Sharma (39 not out off 48 balls) guided them to victor