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Shafali Verma was on Tuesday dropped from India's 16-member women's team for the three-match ODI series in Australia in December after a string of poor performances in the past year. The BCCI selectors seem to have once again lost patience with the 20-year-old right-handed batter, whose recent ODI form has been disappointing. Shafali has scored just 108 runs in six matches this year with 33 being the highest. She was dropped in December last year from the team midway during the home ODI series against Australia on the basis of her poor run, before making a comeback against South Africa in June this year in Bengaluru. In fact, the youngster, rated as the next big thing in Indian women's cricket when she broke into the team in 2021, has not scored a ODI half century since making an unbeaten 71 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele in July 2022. Her next highest score was a 49 against the same opponent in the same series.

BAKU: The European Union on Monday urged «wealthier high-emitting» developing nations to voluntarily contribute to climate finance, signalling a shift from its earlier position that had stalled progress in the UN climate talks. Securing a new climate finance package to help developing countries reduce emissions and adapt to climate change is the top priority of this year's UN climate talks. Developing nations need at least $1.3 trillion annually to tackle worsening climate impacts. The EU and some developed countries argue that such a large sum can only be achieved if «wealthier high-emitting» developing nations, like China and Gulf states, also contribute. However, this proposal has been a major sticking point, as many developing countries view it as an attempt to shift responsibility away from those who historically benefited from industrialisation. European Commissioner for Climate Action, Wopke Hoekstra, suggested a compromise on Monday, proposing voluntary contributions from these nations without changing the traditional classification of developed and developing countries.

BAKU: With no much headway on the critical issue of climate finance at UN climate talks COP29 here, negotiators of 198 countries appear to be looking at any big signal from the G20 summit in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro, where heads of state/government of rich nations and emerging economies are brainstorming on multiple issues, including climate and renewable energy. «We urge them to use the G20 meeting to send a positive signal of their commitment to address the climate crisis. We want them to provide clear mandates to deliver at COP29,» said COP29 president Mukhtar Babayev. At a press conference, he did not mince words while speaking on how important the G20 was for the success of COP29 when the big stake issue of climate finance continues to elude the convergence point among rich and developing countries. «We cannot succeed without them (G20 nations), and the world is waiting to hear from them… They account for 85% of global GDP and 80% of emissions,» said Babayev.

Saudi Arabia's arid climate challenges mirror those faced by regions like Rajasthan, presenting a unique opportunity for collaboration and knowledge sharing, a Saudi minister official said on Monday. Dr Osama Faqeeha, Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and Advisor to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP16 Presidency, made the remarks days ahead of the COP16 meeting to be held in Riyadh from December 2 to 13 under the theme — 'Our Land. Our Future'. «Successful initiatives like the Ghandivan project in Jaipur, which has transformed a barren wasteland into a thriving ecosystem through community-driven efforts, offer valuable insights that can be adapted across different regions,» he said, adding that Saudi Arabia is leveraging water conservation practices and pursuing ambitious rural development programs. «We are focused on raising awareness of the impact of land degradation, drought, and desertification. The scale of our challenge is stark: globally, we lose land equivalent to four football fields every second, amounting to 100 million hectares annually,» Faqeeha said.

«It was a decision that was a totally good one,» Macron said in Brazil, on the sidelines of a G20 summit also attended by US President Joe Biden, who made the policy change. «I understand it was also triggered by a grave change in the conflict which shouldn't be underestimated, which is the entry of North Korean troops alongside Russia on what is European soil,» he told journalists.

Trump has reiterated his commitment to addressing illegal immigration by declaring a national emergency and deploying US military resources to support mass deportations. The confirmation came Monday via his social media platform, Truth Social, where he endorsed a post suggesting the use of military assets for a large-scale deportation initiative. Trump’s post confirmed plans described by Tom Fitton, head of Judicial Watch, a conservative group. Fitton had written earlier this month about using emergency powers and military resources for deportation efforts. Responding at 4 a.m., Trump reposted the statement, writing, “TRUE!!!”

Sean Duffy to be transportation secretary and oversee a huge federal portfolio of infrastructure spending and transit regulations. As the incoming Republican administration promises a swath of spending cuts, Trump in a statement praised Duffy's advocacy in congress for "fiscal responsibility." Still, with the leader of the Department of Transportation tasked with overseeing major infrastructure upgrades and maintenance, the president-elect said Duffy, from Wisconsin, worked with Democratic colleagues in Congress on a major road and bridge project.

G20 Summit in Brazil on Monday and Tuesday will bring leaders of all major economies together once again. The task before them is cut out. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is representing India for a record eleventh successive time. Such continuity is an advantage in a world of turmoil...when there is a deficit of global governance. Nothing is more powerful than the force of example. Since the first G20 Summit in 2008, and particularly since 2014, India has been a source of economic stability and growth. India, the fastest growing large economy, has quadrupled its GDP to almost $4 trillion since 2008. It is on track to become the third-largest economy in the next few years.

Kamala Harris spent a remarkable $1.5 billion in her hyper-compressed 15-week presidential campaign. But in the days since losing to President-elect Donald Trump, her operation has faced questions internally and externally over where exactly all that cash went. Despite her significant financial advantage, Harris became the first Democratic presidential candidate to lose the national popular vote in two decades, ceding every battleground state to Trump. Her cash-rich campaign spared no expense as it hunted for voters — paying for an avalanche of advertising, social-media influencers, a for-hire door-knocking operation, thousands of staff, pricey rallies, a splashy Oprah town hall, celebrity concerts and even drone shows.

M Nagaraju, secretary, department of financial services (DFS), expressed strong doubts about cryptocurrencies, urging caution over the asset class. Speaking at the SBI Banking & Economics Conclave, Nagaraju expressed personal and professional doubts about the legitimacy and safety of digital currencies.

In September alone, 26 deals were signed by key IT services players, including six each by domestic firm Infosys and global player Accenture while Cognizant grabbed three deals. Some of key projects in September included Infosys’ deals with Proximus group, LIC and Metro Bank while Cognizant announced agreements with Kombit, England and Wales Cricket Board and Mecwacare. Wipro bagged one deal with JFK International Air Terminal.

Quebec’s public pension fund manager has grown its quantitative equity team to more than US$14 billion of assets in less than four years, and one of its top executives is bullish on doing even more.

Mike Tyson recently shared his experience following a health scare that nearly cost him his life just before his boxing match against Jake Paul, reported New York Post. In a post on X, Mike Tyson actually revealed that he underwent eight blood transfusions and lost 25 pounds while he was being hospitalized due to an ulcer flare-up and asserted that, ‘I almost died in June’. According to New York Post, in spite of losing the fight by unanimous decision, Mike Tyson expressed his humble gratitude for the opportunity to compete again while emphasizing on the fact that standing toe-to-toe with a younger opponent in front of a packed stadium was a victory in itself. Also Read :The Apothecary Diaries Season 2: Check out release date, storyline, episode count and where to watch

Mike Tyson in a boxing match, Jake Paul is setting his sights on a new opponent who is the world famous former UFC champion Conor McGregor. According to USA Today, following his unanimous decision victory over the 58 year old Mike Tyson, Jake Paul called out the 36 year old Conor McGregor on X(formerly known as Twitter) while proposing an MMA bout without weight class restrictions. USA Today reported that Jake Paul expressed skepticism about Conor McGregor's willingness to fight while referencing previous discussions about a potential match at 170 pounds. Also Read: Mike Tyson reveals he almost died before Jake Paul fight; here's what happened and how he got back on his feet

Benny told People that the secret to his self-care regimen is not to stink. He also doesn't believe in always shampooing or conditioning his hair, Benny added at the same moment. He doesn't take a shower every day, but is clean, as quoted in a report by Buzz Feed. Also Read: Infinity Nikki: Here’s release date, gameplay, platforms, closed beta period and storyline

coal-based power plants have significantly higher coal stocks this winter season compared to last year, driven by better planning, increased coal production and enhanced rake supply, government officials said. Higher availability of coal has led to sufficient base load capacity in the last few months and will help meet upcoming winter peak demand, they said. As of November 17, coal stocks at domestic coal-based power plants were 52% higher year on year at around 33 million tonnes. Total coal stock at all power plants, including imported coal, was also 52% up at around 37 million tonnes.

“Inside the NBA” will continue, even though even though games will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season

House of Anita Dongre (HOADPL) is initiating a buyback of its nearly 40% stake from US private equity firm General Atlantic (GA), executives aware of the development said. GA had acquired the stake in the owner of brands such as AND and Global Desi in the women's wear category about nine years ago. According to reports then, the PE firm had invested nearly ₹150 crore in Dongre's company in 2015. «There is continued uncertainty over recovery in revenue and earnings in the coming quarters due to weak demand growth outlook and reduction in Anita Dongre's scale of operations,» rating agency ICRA said in a January report on HOADPL. The report expects the company's revenue to decline to ₹500-₹550 crore in FY24 and FY25, from ₹606 crore in FY23, with an annual operating profit margin of 19-20%. The company is yet to file its FY24 earnings. A fashion retail veteran said brands like AND and Global Desi went from premium to mass and discounted heavily on online channels. «The product was reengineered as a result and lost its lustre in the process. Profit margins in the fashion industry should be robust so that it can be reinvested in the brand,» the person said.

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Only you can clean emotions you have held on to in your mind. The best way to be healthy and fit emotionally is to practise meditation and contemplate on spiritual wisdom daily to know and experience how to clear emotional toxins. Second, you need to pay attention to quality of your thinking and feelings about yourself and other people. Accept them and yourself to radiate self-respect and confidence. Abstain from all kinds of gossips, judgement-making and criticisms. Think right for yourself and all others.

Prince William's insult to ailing King Charles exposed that self-interest is triumphant. Without cunning sons, cunning fathers, cunning uncles, brothers, friends, dukes, earls, French cousins, and some queens' Machiavellian boyfriends vying for control of the throne, British royal history would be incomplete. However, witnessing it firsthand is a completely different matter, as quoted in a report by The New York Post. Only this week has Prince William gone out and done a significant new interview regarding his style of governance, effectively throwing his beloved father, King Charles, under a London bus and implying that his reign is a bit of a farce.