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Climate change and the anthropocene extinction

The Anthropocene extinction rate has swept far above the natural momentum of evolution.

published on : 3rd June 2023
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Mighty mom clinches gold medal in discus throw

The second edition of the Asia-Pacific Masters Games has kicked off  in South Korea’s south-western province of Jeollabuk-do.

published on : 28th May 2023
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Man who opened Asiana plane door says he wanted out 'quickly'

The plane was carrying nearly 200 passengers as it approached the runway on Friday at Daegu International Airport, about 240 kilometres (149 miles) southeast of Seoul, on a domestic flight.

published on : 27th May 2023
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South Korean passenger plane flies with open door, lands safely

A passenger opened an emergency exit door during a South Korean flight Friday, causing air to gust inside the cabin before the plane landed safely.

published on : 26th May 2023
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Final call on Asia Cup venue to be taken after IPL final: BCCI secretary Jay Shah

The hosts for this year's Asia Cup is Pakistan but with the Indian cricket team not travelling to the neighbouring country, PCB chairman Najam Sethi had proposed a 'Hybrid Model'.

published on : 25th May 2023
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How China is increasing its influence in Central Asia to offer an alternative to the West

Central Asia is critical to China's attempts to build an alternative to the US-led liberal order that is unquestionably dominated by Beijing and in which Russia will, at best, be a junior partner.

published on : 25th May 2023
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National camps for wrestlers may begin from July 1

With the Asian Games only a few months away, it has been decided to resume national camps for both men and women wrestlers.

published on : 25th May 2023
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Swim against the tide, one lap at a time

An autistic boy who took a fearless plunge into the waters and swam 15 km between Neelankarai and Kannagi statue, is now in the Asian Book of Records

published on : 21st May 2023
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China's Xi hosts central Asian leaders in 'Milestone' summit

Held in the ancient Chinese city of Xi'an, the historic east end of the Silk Road that linked China to Europe through Central Asia, Beijing has said this week's summit is of "milestone significance".

published on : 18th May 2023
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Asia heatwaves made 30 times more likely by climate change: Study

Parts of India saw temperatures above 44 degrees Celsius (111 Fahrenheit) in mid-April, with at least 11 deaths near Mumbai attributed to heat stroke on a single day. I

published on : 17th May 2023
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Next-generation move-in Asiad squads

Apart from playing in the team event in the Classical format, they will be playing in the quicker time control (Rapid) in the individual event.

published on : 16th May 2023
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Pakistan wants to move out of ACC if they aren't allowed to host four Asia Cup games

PCB chairman Najam Sethi's 'hybrid model' of Pakistan hosting four games has been rejected by other member nations.

published on : 11th May 2023
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Uttam Singh to lead India in Junior Asia Cup Hockey

Hailing from UP's Karampur, the speedy and agile Uttam struck twice in the shootout including in sudden death, leading India to a thrilling 5-4 win over Australia in last year's Sultan of Johor Cup

published on : 4th May 2023
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IMF ups Asia economic forecast as China reopens

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday raised Asia’s economic forecast on the back of the reopening of China. 

published on : 3rd May 2023
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PCB has proposed to host Asia Cup matches involving India at neutral venue: Sethi

The BCCI had refused to travel to Pakistan due to political tension between the two nations and demanded the shifting of the continental tournament to a neutral venue.

published on : 21st April 2023
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PM to launch Kochi Water Metro in Thiruvananthapuram, services to start soon 

To be flagged off on April 25 | No clarity yet on official launch of commercial operation

published on : 21st April 2023
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Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai from August 3-12

The Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium has been receiving a fresh coat of paint over the last few months as it gets ready to host the Asian Champions Trophy.

published on : 18th April 2023
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Asian markets mixed as wary traders weigh latest data

The mood was helped by forecast-beating earnings from US banking titans that eased concerns about the sector after last month's turmoil that saw three regional lenders go under.

published on : 17th April 2023
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Team Korea clinches ITF Asian U-14 championships

The chief minister hoped the event will inspire young players of Odisha and beyond to take up tennis and pursue their dreams.

published on : 15th April 2023
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Controversy takes toll? Freestyle wrestlers' performance drops, out of top-3 in Asia

The performance is a cause of concern especially with the Olympic qualifier and Asian Games scheduled later this year.

published on : 15th April 2023
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