Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has described doping as a significant issue for the future of Indian athletes and urged them to avoid it. According to a report by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), doping has become a growing concern in India, with the country having the highest number of drug cheats globally. In 2022, India reported 125 adverse analytical findings (AAFs) out of 3,865 samples tested, making it the only nation with more than 100 positive doping tests. Another WADA report highlighted that India ranked second-worst for positive doping cases among minors. Chopra said, “Nowadays doping is…
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India’s coach Gautam Gambhir has said that veteran batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli still have a future in the team if they want it, despite their disappointing performances during the Test series in Australia. The tourists lost the fifth Test by six wickets, giving up the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in a decade with a 3-1 series defeat. Regular Test captain Rohit was rested for the match upon his request after poor performances in the second, third, and fourth matches, while Kohli made 17 and 6 runs in his two innings in Sydney. Gambhir said, “I can’t…
The attack in Chhattisgarh occurred as soldiers were returning from an anti-Maoist operation. Photographs reveal a deep crater caused by the explosion. Over 10,000 lives have been lost in the prolonged insurgency. Naxalites draw inspiration from Chinese revolutionary leader. Raipur, India: Indian Maoist fighters detonated a roadside bomb on Monday, killing nine security personnel whose vehicle was thrown into the air, according to police reports. Images shared by Indian media depicted a significant crater created by the blast. The decades-long insurgency, spearheaded by rebels seeking rights for marginalized indigenous communities in India’s resource-rich central regions, has claimed more than 10,000…
White House statement says declaration protected more than 625 million acres of waters US President Joe Biden on Monday banned offshore drilling across an immense area of coastal waters, weeks before Donald Trump takes office pledging to massively increase fossil fuel production. The ban encompasses the entire Atlantic coast and eastern Gulf of Mexico, as well as the Pacific coast off California, Oregon, and Washington, and a section of the Bering Sea off Alaska. A White House statement said the declaration protected more than 625 million acres (253 million hectares) of waters. “As the climate crisis continues to threaten communities…
Liberals to name interim leader to take over as prime minister if Trudeau steps down If Trudeau resigns, the Liberals will name an interim leader to take over as prime minister while the party sets up a special leadership convention. Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is likely to step down as the country’s premier as he has been under increasing pressure to quit since Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned over a policy clash. However, a source familiar with the PM’s mindset has said that he has not made a final decision. Trudeau’s departure would leave the party without a permanent…
Second warrant relates to enforced disappearances during her rule. A Bangladeshi court has issued a second arrest warrant for exiled former leader Sheikh Hasina, this time for her alleged role in enforced disappearances, the chief prosecutor said on Monday. Dhaka had already issued an arrest warrant on charges of crimes against humanity for 77-year-old Hasina, who fled to her former ally India in August after being toppled by a student-led revolution. Her 15-year tenure saw widespread human rights abuses, including the mass detention and extrajudicial killings of her political opponents. Tajul Islam, chief prosecutor of the domestic International Crimes Tribunal…
US government will cover Afghan nationals’ stays in Manila. On Monday, up to 300 Afghans arrived in the Philippines for temporary stays while undergoing US resettlement processing, Philippine and US officials said. The Philippines and the United States signed an agreement last July allowing possibly hundreds of Afghans to stay in Manila while their US Special Immigrant visas were being processed. This decision came despite domestic opposition in the Catholic-majority country over security and other concerns. “The DFA issued the appropriate Philippine entry visa to these applicants in line with current rules and regulations,” Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs spokeswoman…
Former President faces serious charges including prison and possible death penalty. Seoul: South Korean anti-graft investigators requested police to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on Monday, after he defied their week-long efforts to bring him into custody over his failed martial law bid. The former star prosecutor has refused questioning and has remained defiant at his residence, with a failed arrest attempt last week leaving investigators attempting to extend the warrant’s Monday deadline and seeking assistance. Investigators from the Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) stated they had asked for police intervention due to the difficulties they faced. Yoon’s legal team…
His departure could leave the party without a permanent leader as polls indicate potential electoral defeat. Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is increasingly likely to announce his intention to step down, though he has not made a final decision, a source said on Sunday. The source — requesting anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly — shared this with Reuters after The Globe and Mail reported that Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation as leader of Canada’s ruling Liberal Party as early as Monday, after nine years in office. Trudeau’s departure would leave the party without…
Washington: Four years after Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol, US lawmakers will confirm his 2024 victory, having navigated a historic challenge to regain power. On January 6, during a joint session, lawmakers will formally certify Trump’s win, as he continues to consolidate his influence. A powerful snowstorm is expected to blanket Washington, adding to the dramatic atmosphere. Over the past four years, Trump has managed to return to power despite various legal and ethical challenges. Trump recently defeated Vice President Kamala Harris and has brought his entire party under his sway. In the past, January 6 was seen as…
