Morning Digest | India’s dream run ends in despair as Australia wins sixth World Cup title, former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96, and more
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ICC World Cup | Australia defeats India by six wickets to win sixth title
An eerie silence descended at a packed venue with more than ninety thousand fans as Australia busted India’s dreams. The light dimmed on the Men in Blue as their searing run in the World Cup ground to a halt as Australia triumphed in the summit clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on November 19 night.
Delhi struggles to breathe easy as air turns toxic
Delhiites of different age groups faced respiratory problems this month, when air pollution spiked. Some people also said that they see their existing conditions worsen every winter over the same reason.
On the campaign trail, Raje woos women voters amidst uncertainty about her own political future
As former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje arrives in Gogunda — a village also known as the Rajtilak Sthal (place of coronation) of Maharana Pratap — for the first of a long series of campaign events on Friday, her own shot at the State’s top political throne is uncertain. For the first time since 2003, she is not being projected as the BJP’s Chief Ministerial face in the State.
Former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96
Canada challenges U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports through WTO dispute consultations, seeking resolution.
Jaffar Express driver recounts BLA hijacking as military rescues passengers, killing all terrorists in dramatic 30-hour siege.
UN Secretary-General assesses Rohingya refugee situation in Bangladesh amid fears of aid cuts, welcomed by Bangladesh's Foreign Affairs adviser.
US and Israel consider Sudan, Somalia, and Somaliland as potential destinations for resettling Palestinians from Gaza.
Millions face displacement as aid cuts worsen global refugee crisis, leaving vulnerable populations without essential support.
American Airlines plane catches fire at Denver airport, passengers evacuated safely, minor injuries reported, FAA to investigate.
Meta Platforms Inc. says it will launch its crowd-sourced fact-checking program, called Community Notes, on March 18.
Judge blocks mass firings of federal probationary workers, orders reinstatement, sparking legal battle over Trump administration's downsizing efforts.
Acting President Choi Sang-mok urges respect for Constitutional Court ruling on impeachment, warns against challenging public authority.
Trump reiterates desire to annex Greenland for international security, highlighting Chinese and Russian interest in Arctic region.
Trump administration seeks Supreme Court approval for birthright citizenship restrictions amid legal battles, facing nationwide block and constitutional challenges.
Interim government of Ethiopia's Tigray region appeals for federal intervention as TPLF faction seizes control, raising civil war fears.
Possible link between Starlink internet and cyber fraud in Myanmar-Thailand border, as Indian citizens repatriated from scam call centres.