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Olympics 2024 | Vinesh Phogat disqualified from wrestling finals for being overweight

Paris, 7/8: The Indian Olympic Association has revealed that wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified from the Olympic Games due to being overweight. “It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the best efforts by the team through the night,…

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Dhamra Port Hits Record-breaking 4.64 MMT in Cargo Handling

Dhamra, 06.08.2024: Dhamra Port Company Limited (DPCL) is thrilled to announce a remarkable record by handling an astounding 4.64 million metric tonnes (MMT) in July 2024. This exceptional accomplishment is a testament to the unwavering dedication, hard work and team spirit of everyone involved which showcases the port’s operational efficiency and capability to handle large trade…

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Encounter breaks out between security forces & terrorists in J&K’s Udhampur

Jammu, 6/8: Security forces established contact with a group of terrorists in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Tuesday, police said and added an operation was underway to neutralise them. Officials said a few gunshots were heard from the Pathi Nalla Khaned area of Basantgarh when joint search parties of the…

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UK calls for UN-led probe into Bangladesh events, asylum for Sheikh Hasina unclear

London, 6/8: The British government has called for a United Nations led investigation into the violent incidents of the past few weeks in Bangladesh, which led to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fleeing to India “for the moment” before reportedly seeking asylum in UK. Foreign Secretary David Lammy issued a statement on Monday to condemn…

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Indian Star Neeraj Chopra enters Javelin throw Final

Paris, 6/8:Neeraj Chopra kickstarted his quest with a massive throw of 89.34m after Kishore Jena finished 9th in Group A.   Defending champion Neeraj Chopra qualified for the men’s javelin throw final while Kishore Jena finished 9th in Group A Defending champion Neeraj Chopra qualified for the men’s javelin throw final while Kishore Jena finished…

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