Indian tennis queen Sania Mirza has fuelled contemporary rumours of a divorce with husband and Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik after she posted a cryptic message on her Instagram story on Wednesday (January 17, 2024).
Shoaib Malik with Sania Mirza (left), a part of the submit shared by Mirza on Instagram. Photo credit score: Free Press Journal.
The former tennis star and ex-Pakistan cricket staff captain, who tied the knot in 2010, have reportedly been dwelling individually for over a 12 months now.
News of hassle in paradise began in 2022 after Shoaib Malik’s photoshoot with Pakistani actress and mannequin Ayesha Omar went viral on social media and raised plenty of eyebrows in each India and Pakistan.
Sania’s newest submit on Insta, has additional added gas to that fireplace.
“Marriage is exhausting. Divorce is exhausting,” reads the primary line of the submit shared by the 37-year-old, who is at the moment protecting the Australian Open 2024 as a tennis skilled.
The submit additional mentions how all the things in life is “exhausting” and we simply need to make clever selections to beat the challenges that we face.
End of a fairytale?
Mirza and Malik have been tight-lipped concerning the standing of their marriage, though their cryptic posts on social media have left followers involved on a number of events within the latest previous.
The Instagram story put out by Sania Mirza. Photo credit score: Free Press Journal
Malik modified his Instagram Bio in August final 12 months from ‘Husband to a superwoman Sania Mirza’ to only “Father to One True Blessing”.
Mirza, in the meantime, eliminated all of her footage with Malik from her social media accounts and is dwelling in Dubai with her son Izhaan Malik Mirza. Malik moved again to Pakistan after the alleged separation.
Both have reportedly been co-parenting their five-year-old son, who was born in April 2018.
Biological E. Limited (BE), India’s Hyderabad-based vaccines and pharmaceutical firm, has introduced that the World Health Organization (WHO) has granted an Emergency Use Listing (EUL) to their Corbevax vaccine.
Indian pharmaceutical firm COVID vaccine Corbevax gets WHO’s emergency use listing. Photo Courtesy: Biological E. Limited web site
It is India’s first indigenously developed COVID-19 vaccine that’s primarily based on a protein sub-unit platform.
“The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) already accepted Corbevax for restricted use in emergency amongst adults, adolescents and younger kids in a sequential method from December’21 to April’22; in addition to India’s first heterologous COVID-19 booster shot for adults age 18 and above in June’22,” the corporate mentioned in an announcement.
BE provided 100 Million Doses of CORBEVAX to the Government of India which had been then utilised in pan-India immunisation campaigns; primarily in 12-14-year-old kids.
Mahima Datla, Managing Director, Biological E. Limited, mentioned, “We are happy with the WHO EUL as a result of it could assist us to use the platform to proceed growing COVID-19 vaccines as and when it begins impacting public well being. We are assured that this endorsement from WHO will bolster our international combat towards COVID-19.”
She additional added, “We perceive that a number of international locations come underneath lots of fiscal stress with regards to coping with COVID-19. We purpose to achieve the folks in these international locations with CORBEVAX , simply as we have now accomplished with all our different vaccines. Our dedication is to offer reasonably priced and accessible vaccines which can be of top quality and the WHO EUL lays a path for us to make that doable.”
Mahima mentioned, “While a number of corporations which entered the sector of vaccine improvement & manufacturing in the course of the COVID-19 pandemic exited quickly afterwards both as a consequence of paucity of funds or lack of success, BE continues to stay dedicated to develop and supply entry to prime quality reasonably priced vaccines globally by always enlarging its portfolio of choices.’’
BE and next-generation COVID-19 vaccine
BE mentioned it has been engaged on a next-generation COVID-19 vaccine that’s primarily based on the XBB1.5 variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which might conform to WHO TAG-CO-VAC suggestions.
BE’s candidate vaccine has accomplished all required pre-clinical animal research, which suggests that it’ll present sufficient safety towards the at present circulating variants.
BE has not too long ago obtained closing approval from CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation) to start scientific trials of the XBB.1.5 variant vaccine in India.
The scientific trials will start quickly at numerous trial websites in India.
The Corbevax vaccine is run via intramuscular route with two doses scheduled 28 days aside and is saved at 2 to eight levels Celsius temperature and offered as 0.5 ml (single dose) vial, 5 ml (10 doses) vial and 10 mL (20 doses) vial pack.
The Indian aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Monday (January 15, 2024) issued a new guideline to deal with chaotic conditions over delays in flights as was witnessed because of fog on the Delhi airport.
Indian aviation physique issues contemporary pointers after flights had been delayed, because of fog. Photo Courtesy: Pixabay
In the usual working process (SOP) for “services to be supplied to passengers by airways because of denied boarding, cancellation of flights and delays in flights”, the DGCA stated that airways might cancel flights which might be prone to be delayed or “consequentially delayed” past three hours.
The DGCA stated all airways should comply with the SOP instantly.
However, within the case of extraordinary circumstances past the management of airways, the provisions of those guidelines should not relevant, the DGCA stated.
What are the directives?
Airlines shall be required to publish correct real-time data concerning delays of their flights, on the respective web site of the airline; via advance data to affected passengers by SMS/WhatsApp and electronic mail; show up to date data concerning flight delays to passengers ready at airports, and acceptable sensitisation of the airline employees at airports to suitably talk with and repeatedly information and inform passengers about flight delays.
This comes after a chaotic state of affairs broke out on the Delhi Airport on Monday, after a whole lot of passengers of delayed flights demanded solutions from the airways.
Massive showdown at @DelhiAirport T3 towards @IndiGo6E. Passengers for five AM flight to Turkey had been boarded at 8 AM & deboarded at 12 PM as pilot wake-time was over. Passengers had been despatched to resort, introduced again for 9 PM flight & now being instructed that it’s rescheduled for 4:30 AM. pic.twitter.com/MreqcZFQri
The annoying day additionally noticed the passenger of an IndiGo flight attacking a pilot contained in the aircraft whereas it was on the tarmac.
Air India in an announcement on Monday stated it regrets the disruption to operations arising from the previous couple of days’ dense fog in north India, together with at “our foremost Delhi hub, which resulted in some diversions and desynchronisation of plane and crew rotations”.
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated that steps have been taken to keep away from comparable circumstances sooner or later.
“Yesterday, Delhi witnessed unprecedented fog whereby visibility fluctuated for a number of hours, and at instances, dropped to zero between 5 am and 9 am,” Scindia posted on X.
“The authorities, subsequently, had been compelled to implement a shut-down of operations for a while even on CAT III runways (CAT III runways can’t deal with zero-visibility operations). The determination was taken maintaining passenger security in thoughts, which stays the foremost precedence for all within the aviation ecosystem,” he added.
Indigo Pilot assault
Responding to an incident on a Delhi-Goa IndiGo flight the place a co-pilot was slapped by a passenger, Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia issued a powerful warning to ‘unruly passengers’ on Monday.
The incident occurred amid widespread flight delays and cancellations attributable to fog.
Yesterday, Delhi witnessed unprecedented fog whereby visibility fluctuated for a number of hours, and at instances, dropped to zero between 5 AM to 9 AM.
The authorities, subsequently, had been compelled to implement a shut-down of operations for a while even on CAT III runways (CAT III…
“It is my earnest request to all travellers to bear with us throughout this tough interval. All stakeholders try their greatest to minimise passenger inconvenience. Incidences of unruly behaviour amidst this are unacceptable and shall be handled strongly according to the present authorized provisions,” Scindia tweeted.
Video goes viral
A video of the incident, which has gone viral on social media, reveals the accused, clad in a yellow jacket, speeding in direction of a co-pilot and slapping him.
The incident occurred because the IndiGo pilot was saying a delay in takeoff on the Delhi airport amid dense fog and low visibility.
The accused has been recognized as Sahil Kataria.
Following the scuffle, Kataria was instantly deboarded and turned over to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).
Co-pilot Anup Kumar lodged a grievance towards the passenger with the Delhi Police, after which an FIR was registered.
Subsequently, the passenger was despatched to a police station and arrested.
New Delhi, 16.01.2024: Fateh Education, a number one examine overseas consultancy famend for its experience in the UK and Ireland market, performed a complete examine pan-India with a pattern dimension of greater than 300 students who’re finding out abroad that has revealed that university rankings are nonetheless the principle issue that influences Indian students who need to examine overseas. The findings point out a convincing desire for establishments with prestigious rankings, reflecting the importance connected to educational fame. This desire for extremely ranked establishments can be indicative that Indian students are unfamiliar with the native education system of their nation of desire and rely closely on rankings as a information.
Other components resembling tuition charges, job alternatives, price of dwelling, availability of scholarships, and post-study work visa have additionally featured as vital issues for students when selecting a university. These components are proven to tremendously affect the anticipated total expertise and alternatives accessible to international students throughout their time at a university. Additionally, the cultural variety and assist providers supplied by an establishment additionally play a big function in attracting and retaining these students.
Commenting on the findings of the survey, Suneet Singh Kochar, CEO and Co- Founder of Fateh Education says, “Amidst altering visa norms and the influence of geopolitics on transnational education the one factor that is still clear is that high quality Indian students proceed to prioritise educational excellence. The major goal for Indian students trying to examine overseas stays the search for superior universities and higher skilled prospects.”
Suneet additional added, “Students need assistance making selections that align with their private strengths {and professional} aspirations whereas evaluating the state of the worldwide market. While university rankings proceed to be a very good indicative parameter, extra complete assist mechanisms by counsellors are mandatory in order that the scholar can consider how the university will allow their profession targets.”
The survey delved into the multifaceted decision-making course of, uncovering that the second most vital parameter was tuition charges voted by 71% of the students adopted by job alternatives voted by 65%, which isn’t shocking as India is a value-oriented and price-sensitive market. The fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth parameters thought-about have been the fee of dwelling (53%), post-study work visa availability (51%), course rankings (49%), university location (41%), and part-time work alternatives (31%). The outcomes of this survey reveal the complicated relationship between educational fame, profession potentialities, monetary components, and high quality of life.
Universities trying to appeal to Indian students ought to take notice of these findings as they underscore the need of investing in and enhancing their educational fame. It is definitive that universities prioritizing efforts to enhance their international rankings stand to realize a aggressive benefit in attracting top-quality students from India.
Being a world cricketer is a continuous occupation, particularly when you’re an Indian participant.
The latest ICC ODI World Cup runners-up are seeing no respite in their hectic worldwide season, making it extra evident why totally different gamers are chosen for the totally different codecs of the sport as of late.
India began 2023 by internet hosting Sri Lanka in three ODI and three T20 matches, and a late November Sri Lankan Cricket announcement has revealed that Sri Lanka will reciprocate by internet hosting the Indian white-ball groups in the same collection in July 2024.
The bilateral collection, consisting of three matches in each the ODI and T20 format, will happen shortly after the conclusion of the ICC T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies beginning in June subsequent yr.
India is listed because the T20 World Cup favourites on many Singapore, and certainly, world betting websites, with odds of 10/3. Odds decide how a lot punters make from profitable wagers. As such, it is crucial that worth will be discovered and its presentation is obvious and proper. Odds can be found to view in American, decimal and fractional codecs in most circumstances, however must be adjustable to the punters’ preferences.
If, as anticipated by the percentages these bookmakers’ are providing, the Men in Blue progress deep into the event, the chance of a break between the ICC occasion and the Sri Lankan tour appears distant. Combined with the in depth schedule that Indian groups and gamers will expertise earlier than the ICC T20 World Cup, some fairly drained batsmen and bowlers will board the flight to Sri Lanka!
Before the brand new yr even begins, the Indian cricketers are regularly lively. At the time of writing, Indian squads in all three worldwide codecs are en route to South Africa for a fully-fledged tour. First, the T20 staff performs three matches from 10-14 December.
Following these, the ODI staff takes the sector in three ODIs from 17-21 December. Finally, the Test squad sees motion in a two-Test collection starting on the day after Christmas. The second Test takes place from 3 January 2024.
As the house aspect, South Africa are slight bookmakers’ favourites in each the T20 and ODI collection, each of which must be hotly contested. Although India is the top-ranked staff in Test cricket, South Africa’s dwelling document is sweet, so the probabilities of a drawn Test collection are respectable.
Following the South African tour, India will play three T20 matches in opposition to Afghanistan in January earlier than internet hosting England at dwelling in a five-Test collection. Then, from March till the tip of May, it’s the flip of the IPL, the place virtually each Indian worldwide cricketer is concerned.
Those Indian cricketers whose franchises aren’t profitable in the IPL could also be afforded a brief break earlier than the ICC T20 World Cup begins on 4 June. Those who make the IPL playoffs gained’t see a lot relaxation, nevertheless, because the World Cup begins inside per week of the IPL closing. The 20 finest International T20 sides compete for glory till the winner is set in the World Cup closing on 30 June 2024. Then, as talked about, it’s off to Sri Lanka for the Indians. Although the success of the Boys in Blue makes all of it worthwhile, fixed travelling and steady cricket should nonetheless be a check for sustaining kind and a constructive mindset.
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu sets March 15 deadline for Indian troops to withdraw from his nation. Photo Courtesy: Maldives President web site.
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has set a March 15 deadline for India to withdraw its military personnel from the nation, an episode that will additional escalate rigidity between the 2 nations.
In latest days, the relationship between India and Maldives has heated up over remarks made by ministers of the Island Nation towards Narendra Modi over his go to to Lakshadeep to advertise tourism within the Union Territory.
This directive was communicated by Abdulla Nazim Ibrahim, the Public Policy Secretary on the Presidential Office, throughout a information convention the place he introduced the choices made through the Cabinet assembly, reported The Edition.
“The ongoing discussions are centred round this movement,” said Ibrahim.
Maldives and India shaped a high-level core group to barter the withdrawal of troops.
Ibrahim was quoted as saying by Sun information portal of Maldives: “Indian military personnel can’t keep within the Maldives. This is the coverage of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu and that of this administration.”
The contemporary growth additionally occurred simply days after Mohamed Muizzu visited China and met President Xi Jinping.
Mohamed Muizzu is taken into account near Beijing.
He got here to energy banking on his “India Out” marketing campaign.
(*15*) to media experiences, 88 Indian military personnel are at present current in Maldives.
India-Maldives diplomatic row
A diplomatic row erupted between India and Maldives after sure Maldivian politicians, together with ministers, made disparaging remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The ministers opened a verbal assault, saying that it was an try to divert vacationers from the island nation.
After India raised the difficulty with the Maldives, three ministers had been faraway from their positions on January 7.
On the next day, the Maldivian consultant to India was summoned to the External Affairs Ministry, the place robust reservations had been conveyed over derogatory social media posts focusing on PM Modi.
The feedback made by Maldives’ ministers have stirred discontent amongst Indians, resulting in the cancellation of their scheduled holidays to the island nation.
Amid the escalating tensions, EaseMyTrip, a web-based journey firm, opted to droop flight bookings to the Maldives.
Air connectivity elevated to Lakshadeep
Alliance Air just lately introduced two extra flights to the Island Nation which can be seen as a potential competitor to Maldives.
It is the one Indian airline which operates from Kochi (Kerala) to Agatti.
Muizzu tries to advertise Maldives tourism throughout China go to
Notably, President Muizzu of the Maldives, who was on a state go to to China, has urged the nation to “intensify” efforts in attracting extra vacationers to the island.
“China was our (Maldives’) primary market pre-Covid, and it’s my request that we intensify efforts for China to regain this place,” based on a readout posted on his official web site.
In October of the earlier 12 months, the Maldivian President gained the elections driving on his “India Out” marketing campaign, throughout which he promised the withdrawal of Indian troops from the archipelago.
Indian PM Narendra Modi strolling on the Atal Setu. Photo Courtesy: Narendra Modi X web page
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the nation’s longest sea bridge Atal Setu or Mumbai Trans Harbour Sealink (MTHL) on Friday (January 12, 2024), promising so as to add a brand new dimension to the connectivity within the metropolis.
Delighted to inaugurate Atal Setu, a major step ahead in enhancing the ‘Ease of Living’ for our residents. This bridge guarantees to scale back journey time and increase connectivity, making every day commutes smoother. pic.twitter.com/B77PSiGhMK
After the inauguration, the Indian PM posted on X: “Delighted to inaugurate Atal Setu, a major step ahead in enhancing the ‘Ease of Living’ for our residents. This bridge guarantees to scale back journey time and increase connectivity, making every day commutes smoother.”
It is a 21.8 km lengthy 6-lane bridge having about 16.5 km size over sea and about 5.5 km on land.
आज दुनिया के सबसे बड़े sea bridges में से एक, ये विशाल अटल सेतु, देश को मिला है। pic.twitter.com/Oa6h4bGCxd
It is the longest bridge in India and in addition the longest sea bridge in India.
Mumbai Transharbour hyperlink (MTHL) has now been named ‘Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri – Nhava Sheva Atal Setu’.
Some fast details
The basis stone of the bridge was additionally laid by the Prime Minister in December, 2016.
Atal Setu has been constructed at a complete value of greater than Rs 17,840 crore.
It will present sooner connectivity to Mumbai International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport and also will cut back the journey time from Mumbai to Pune, Goa and South India.
It may also enhance connectivity between Mumbai Port & Jawaharlal Nehru Port.
Indian model Rampur Asava Indian Single Malt Whisky wins John Barleycorn Awards. Photo Courtesy: Rampur Single Malt Instagram
Indian single malt whisky Rampur Asava has been awarded the Best World Whisky within the 2023 version of the John Barleycorn Awards.
The John Barleycorn Awards, recognized for rewarding excellence within the spirits trade, has recognised the distinctive high quality and distinctive traits of the made in India single malt liquor.
Sanjeev Banga, President of International Business at Radico Khaitan Ltd, and the creator of the long-lasting Rampur vary of whiskies says, “Our place as probably the one Indian firm within the trade with merchandise akin to Rampur Indian Single Malt Whisky, Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin and Sangam World Malt Whisky within the super-luxury house, alongside worldwide alcohol corporations is testomony to their high quality.”
“The world availability of our merchandise, coupled with the admiration and proposals from prime specialists together with this newest achievement within the John Barleycorn Awards, stands as proof of our unwavering dedication to product high quality and client satisfaction.” Banga additional added that Rampur Asava will quickly be obtainable for Whisky aficionados within the Indian home market,” Khaitan mentioned.
In emphasising the worldwide significance of Indian whisky, Kunal Madan, Vice President of International Business at Radico Khaitan added, “India instructions a staggering 48 p.c share of the worldwide whisky market. While the bulk stays inside our borders, the efforts of producers like us have efficiently launched our distinctive Indian whiskies to markets such because the US and UK.”
The Rampur vary, together with Rampur Select, Rampur PX Sherry Cask, Rampur Double Cask, Rampur Asava, Rampur Signature Reserve, Rampur Jugalbandi Series, and Rampur Trigun Indian Single Malt Whiskies, exemplifies Radico Khaitan’s dedication to excellence and variety on the earth whisky class.
eFeed, a pioneering startup revolutionizing precision animal administration & feed practices and empowering farmers throughout the nation, has introduced a major milestone with the acquisition of a grant amounting to INR 25 Lakhs from Indian Council of Agriculture Research, Gov of India. The grant ceremony came about on the ICAR campus in (*25*) and witnessed the participation of eminent leaders from ICAR, together with joint administrators.
Founded in December 2020 by Kumar Ranjan, eFeed has swiftly risen to prominence by specializing in the essential intersection of animal vitamin, animal well being, environmental sustainability, and financial improvement of the cattle trade. The startup is devoted to highlighting the pivotal position of a dietary weight loss plan within the development of domesticated animals, with a major give attention to cattle. E-Feed goals to empower farmers with cost-effective options particularly tailor-made to reinforce the well-being and productiveness of cattle.
As half of eFeed’s dedication to sustainable livestock, the startup actively addresses methane emissions by selling balanced ration (TMR) & localized feed formulations and implementing practices that contribute to the discount of greenhouse fuel emissions within the livestock sector.
Kumar Ranjan, Founder and CEO of eFeed, expressed his enthusiasm in regards to the grant, stating, “This grant from ICAR Pusa is a testomony to the impactful work we’ve been doing at eFeed. It is a recognition of our dedication to enhancing the general well-being of animals, farmers, and the setting. We are excited in regards to the prospects this grant opens up for us to succeed in extra farmers with our expertise options and display tangible will increase in milk output.”
The grant, awarded by the distinguished Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Pusa, is a major enhance to eFeed’s development plans. The funds will likely be utilized to additional broaden the startup’s attain, enabling it to empower extra farmers with its modern expertise options like Nutrition Calculator. eFeed goals to display a considerable impression on the rise in milk output, thereby contributing to the general productiveness and sustainability of the livestock and dairy sector.
eFeed’s distinctive method includes not solely offering farmers with superior expertise options but additionally imparting essential information about localized animal vitamin. The startup conducts coaching packages to coach farmers in regards to the dietary necessities of completely different animal species, natural feed processing, and the preparation of feed utilizing available assets at dwelling.
Since its inception, eFeed has quickly gained traction, collaborating with over 1.2 lakh farmers throughout the nation. The startup’s dedication to empowering farmers with the fitting methods and practices for animal feed manufacturing has garnered widespread acclaim.
In addition to its give attention to animal vitamin, eFeed emphasizes the mixing of sustainable animal tradition with the meals safety worth chain. This holistic method aligns with the broader objective of guaranteeing a safe and sustainable meals provide for the rising inhabitants.
eFeed’s collaboration with ICAR Pusa marks a major step ahead in its journey to make a long-lasting impression on agriculture, animal welfare, and meals safety. The startup stays devoted to its mission of remodeling the lives of farmers and contributing to a more healthy and extra sustainable future.
Bengaluru, January 11, 2024: CEAT ISRL introduced Viacom18 as its unique streaming and broadcast associate right now, guaranteeing that the adrenaline-fueled pleasure of Supercross racing will attain followers nationwide. The league has additionally unveiled an exciting grasp calendar for its debut season, that includes three exhilarating races in Pune, Ahmedabad, and Delhi, to captivate audiences throughout the nation. This collaboration goals to carry the heart-pounding motion of Supercross racing to tens of millions of followers throughout the nation, guaranteeing an unprecedented viewing expertise.
The grasp calendar for Season One is as follows:
Race Venue
Date
Pune (Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi)
twenty eighth January 2024
Ahmedabad (EKA Arena, Transstadia)
eleventh February 2024
Delhi
twenty fifth February 2024
Mr. Veer Patel, Co-founder and Director of the CEAT Indian Supercross Racing League, mentioned, “Our partnership with Viacom18 signifies a serious step ahead in increasing the attain of Supercross racing in India. Through JioCinema and Sports18, we intention to carry the fun and pleasure of our races to a various and enthusiastic viewers, elevating the game to new heights. With Viacom18’s in depth attain and experience in dwell sports activities streaming and broadcasting, we’re assured that this partnership will elevate the CEAT ISRL expertise for followers throughout the nation.”
Viacom18 Spokesperson mentioned,“We are proud to associate with the inaugural season of the CEAT Indian Supercross League. Adding to our distinctive array of sporting properties, we are going to ship followers the very best of Indian riders competing in opposition to prime worldwide expertise throughout digital and TV platforms.”
CEAT ISRL’s partnership with Viacom18 will facilitate streaming of the races on JioCinema, reaching tens of millions, enabling them to catch all of the dwell motion on the go, at their comfort, and on gadgets of their alternative. Additionally, the league can even be broadcast dwell on the Sports18 community, enhancing viewership.
JioCinema has persistently been setting new benchmarks over the previous yr in dwell sports activities streaming. The IPL 2023 remaining on JioCinema set a brand new peak concurrency file for the league as 32.1 million viewers hit play.
