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Modi 'willing to do his utmost' to resolve Russia-Ukraine issue: President Putin invites PM to visit Russia

In a significant diplomatic move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Russia next year. This invitation, conveyed during a meeting with external affairs mnister S Jaishankar at the Kremlin, underscores the enduring strategic partnership between India and Russia amidst a complex…

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

India vs South Africa, 1st Test: Dean Elgar's ton in farewell series gives South Africa the lead

South Africa started the day without their two best bowlers. India responded by making their own questionable decision in the post-lunch session. Captain Rohit Sharma made the decision of not bringing on Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj straight away after lunch. He opted for Shardul Thakur and debutant Prasidh Krishna.…

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

AIIMS releases guidelines for COVID: Note the symptoms

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) of Delhi has decided to increase testing for patients with symptoms of SARI (severe acute respiratory infection) in its preparedness to tackle increasing cases of COVID. As per an official memorandum, 12 beds in the C6 ward have been earmarked for hospitalization…

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

Indian foreign minister in Moscow meets Putin and Lavrov, praises growing trade

India’s foreign minister has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who said relations between the countries are progressing even amid turbulent times

The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2023

SA vs IND | Elgar’s unbeaten ton helps South Africa nose ahead

India vs South Africa: Rahul’s flair and fluency was hardly a surprise. But Elgar’s urgency to score and the frequency of fluent drives may have surprised quite a few.

The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023

Formula E "seeking urgent clarification" that Hyderabad E-Prix will take place

India hosted its inaugural Formula E race earlier this year in Hyderabad and the city is currently scheduled to hold another race on 10 February next year.

Autosport · Dec 27, 2023

President Vladimir Putin invites PM Modi to visit Russia

The summit between the Prime Minister of India and the Russian President is the highest institutional dialogue mechanism in the strategic partnership between the two sides.

The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023

Sugar Gains as Dollar Weakness Spurs Short Covering

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH24 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.09 (+0.34%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH24 ) closed up +4.40 (+0.75%). Sugar prices Wednesday recovered early losses and settled moderately higher as a slump in the dollar index (DXY00 ) to a 5-month low sparked...

Barchart · Dec 27, 2023

Growth charts — WHO standards versus India crafted

While acquiring newer, and more precise information on child growth is a welcome move, it seems logical to stick to the aspirationally high but achievable standards suggested by the WHO-MGRS.

The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023

The quest for ‘happiness’ in the Viksit Bharat odyssey

Happiness measures have already become the goals of public policy in many countries

The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023