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Morning Digest | Israel, Gaza reel as death toll soars above 1,100 in war with Hamas; NC-Congress alliance sweeps Kargil election with 21 of 26 seats, and more

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The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023

Australia’s strange World Cup start has to mean they are playing the long game

It’s the most charitable explanation for an opening loss against India that revealed a lack of clarity in the team’s configuration

The Guardian - AU · Oct 8, 2023

Tanzanian President Hassan begins four-day visit to India

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan visits India to bolster bilateral ties after 8 years. PM Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to hold talks.

The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023

Kohli and Rahul work magic as India make dream start against Australia

India beat Australia by six wickets in their World Cup opener, with Virat Kohli (85) and KL Rahul (97*) leading the recovery from being two for three

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2023

'Jahan Matter Bade hote hain, Wahan King Kohli Khade hote hain': Social media erupts after India's sensational victory

NEW DELHI: India kicked off their home World Cup campaign with a hard-fought six-wicket win against Australia on Sunday, thanks to the steady 165-run fourth-wicket stand of Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, who guided them through a nervous run chase.

The Times of India · Oct 8, 2023

When dogs did the catwalk in Madurai

Dog show in Madurai draws large crowd; breeds range from native to foreign. Passionate breeders Raja Rajan & Arun Vijay discuss challenges of breeding Indian dogs. Judges amazed by stamina & fitness of native breeds; club awards trophies to promote next generation.

The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023

Might have to change combinations as per different conditions: Rohit Sharma

NEW DELHI: With India set to play across nine venues throughout the country in the round-robin stage of the ODI World Cup, skipper Rohit Sharma on Sunday admitted that the biggest challenge in front of his side would be to play in different conditions.

The Times of India · Oct 8, 2023

The Guardian view on World Cup sportwashing: money talks – and what it says is troubling

Editorial: Sport and politics often mix. But authoritarian regimes are clearly laundering their reputations through control of global games

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2023

Virat Kohli and KL Rahul lead India to dominant six-wicket victory over Australia

Virat Kohli and KL Rahul steered India to victory over Australia in first World Cup match

The Independent UK · Oct 8, 2023

Fielding, spin hurts Aussies in World Cup loss to India

Australia have been beaten by six wickets by India in their ODI World Cup opener, after sloppy fielding and spin hurt them badly in Chennai.

AAP · Oct 8, 2023