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The Women’s Cricket World Cup begins in New Zealand on Friday, with organisers keen to capitalise on growing interest in the women’s game after overcoming a string of pandemic-related hurdles.
The eight-nation tournament was originally scheduled for early 2021 but had to be postponed until March this year after coronavirus-related travel restrictions made it impossible to get the teams into New Zealand.
Even now, overseas players have been required to undergo 10 days of isolation and must abide by strict “bubble” health protocols.
Crowds are also restricted as the host nation attempts to contain an outbreak of the highly transmissible Omicron variant, meaning spectators must congregate in “pods” of 100 dotted around venues. - AFP
Puducherry Congress chief criticizes AINRC-BJP government for issuing new liquor permits, advocates government control of manufacturing and distribution network.
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister presents MTFP with borrowing and repayment plans, highlighting state's economic growth and investments.
Former higher education minister C. N. Ashwath Narayana, who wanted to initiate a debate on the government’s move on closure of universities, and said closure of universities would lead to denial of opportunities for students to undertake higher studies.
Watch ‘Mayabazar’, ‘Aditya 369’, ‘Kshana Kshanam’ and other Telugu films at Red Lorry Film Festival in Hyderabad
Tamil Nadu budget 2025: Tamil Nadu government submits Chennai Metro Rail DPRs to Union government for equity contribution, plans for future projects.
Since the use of pesticides for whitefly control is not very effective, awareness among farmers is being created.
Discover the elusive nightjar and vibrant birding community in Ernakulam, Kerala, through unique birding experiences and conservation efforts.
Electricity, Prohibition, and Excise Minister V. Senthilbalaji said he would face the allegations from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) legally, adding that the agency’s complaint regarding irregularities in Tasmac was made with “ulterior motives” and without any evidence.
House Beneath a Jackfruit Tree in Kerala features interconnected spaces, jaali work
Madras High Court dismisses criminal revision petition of Papanasam MLA Jawahirullah in foreign funds receipt case.
Former CM B.S. Yediyurappa had challenged the first information report registered on March 14, 2024, on the alleged incident that occurred on February 2, 2024, the chargesheet filed by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), and the February 28, 2025, order of taking cognisance of offences afresh by the trial court.
LunARC on board Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 flies to the moon with 30,000 digital artworks
KPCC president criticizes LDF government in Kerala for inaction against drug menace, accusing complicity in narcotics trade.