After two COVID deaths in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha steps up vigilance ahead of Jagannath Rath Yatra; what travellers should know

In a recent update, there have been two COVID-related deaths reported in Andhra Pradesh. Given the annual Rath Yatra celebration scheduled on July 16, health authorities in Odisha are on their toes. Andhra being Odisha’s close neighbour, the state has stepped up COVID-19 surveillance as lakhs of devotees, tourists and photographers from all over are…

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India tour of Bangladesh gets closer to approval; Afghanistan T20Is could be pushed back | Cricket News

India are likely to travel to Bangladesh for six-match white-ball series New Delhi: India’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh is nearing approval and to accommodate the fixtures the proposed three T20Is against Afghanistan could be pushed back. According to the proposed schedule circulated internally, India were set to take on Afghanistan starting from September 13 at…

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China’s exports surge 27% in June on AI boom, trade surplus widens to $125.6 billion

China’s exports grew much faster than expected in June, rising 27% year-on-year, driven by booming demand for artificial intelligence (AI)-related products and semiconductors, according to customs data released on Tuesday. The sharp increase exceeded economists’ expectations and marked a significant jump from the 19.4% growth recorded in May.Imports also rose strongly, climbing 36% in June,…

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Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir avoid interaction during practice session ahead of India vs England 1st ODI | Cricket News

Head coach Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli were not seen interacting during India’s training. Gambhir spent considerable time with other squad members and coaching staff. Kohli engaged in a lengthy batting session and spoke with batting coach Sitanshu Kotak. Captain Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma also had discussions with the head coach. After a disappointing…

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