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Alyssa Healy saved her best for the last to hand India a crushing seven-wicket defeat in the third and final T20I as the visitors bagged the series 2-1 here Tuesday. Healy opted to field after calling it correct, and the bowlers responded to her decision to keep India to a modest 147 for six. The stylish batter then returned to to crack a 55 off 38 balls laced with nine fours and a six to lead Australia's march to a series win, and as for India this was their fourth consecutive T20I series loss at home since September 2019. India have succumbed to South Africa, Australia and England in this interim. Chasing 148, Australia raced to 85 for one at halfway mark courtesy Healy's onslaught and Beth Mooney's 52 not out (45 balls, 5x4s). A nearly-packed house at the DY Patil Stadium was left disappointed when Indian players failed to bring forth a collective performance — like they did in the first game. Pooja Vastrakar dismissed Tahlia McGrath (20) and Ellyse Perry on consecutive balls in the 16th over to create some excitement, but Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield (17 not out) took Australia over the line. But it all started with Healy, as she attacked Titas Sadhu, smacking the pacer for three fours in the fourth over to set the tone for the chase. Healy continued her assault smacking Renuka Singh Thakur for a second 15-run over on the trot, which included a six and two fours. In the seventh over, Healy also had luck favouring her when a full-bloodied cut off Vastrakar was claimed as a catch taken by Jemimah Rodrigues at point. But replays suggested the ball hit the ground just before setting into the fielder's hands. With only a couple of angles available, the TV replays also could not clearly define the moment since

A lawyer for the New York attorney general’s office says the longtime head of National Rifle Association operated as the “King of the NRA.”

An emergency landing by an Alaska Airlines jetliner last Friday prompted U.S. authorities to ground most of Boeing's 737 Max 9 aircraft, another black mark in the troubled history of the company's Max jets

spiritual tourism segment in India grew by 35-40% year-on-year in 2023, according to estimates provided by travel majors, and it is expected to get a boost with the inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya this month. Forward travel bookings and queries for Ayodhya are seeing a «strong» response, with flights for January 22 almost 80% booked, said an airline executive. Airline executives pointed out that for short-haul travel, they are expecting about 15% late bookings, primarily in the next five to seven days. «Some people are avoiding travel on the first day, expecting a rush and they plan to visit later,» the executive cited earlier said, adding that for the whole month, flights are almost 90% full. He pointed out that there could be some postponement of travel plans and some travellers would prefer travelling by train due to high airfares for January 22, the day of the temple inauguration. IndiGo and Air India Express had launched flights to Ayodhya immediately after the airport's opening on December 30. Both airlines now connect Ayodhya to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Kolkata.

Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), the country's longest sea bridge, is expected to bolster the Navi Mumbai property markets as the connectivity and further infrastructure development is likely to result in surge in real estate activity, demand and prices. Prime minister Narendra Modi will be inaugurating the 21.8-km-long MTHL on Friday and this bridge is estimated to cater to around 70,000 vehicles daily, connecting Sewri in central Mumbai to Chirle at Navi Mumbai. The bridge is poised to transform the everyday travel experience for commuters from south and central Mumbai, reducing the current two-hour travel duration to just 20 minutes. The improved connectivity is likely to spur commercial and business activities in Navi Mumbai. “The MTHL will undoubtedly be a boon for Navi Mumbai's overall economic development, including and especially the real estate sector in the region…In the next 10 years, we expect Navi Mumbai to not just complement the economic growth of MMR, but co-lead it, with other major infrastructure projects including the international airport also bound to have a substantial impact,” said Raajesh Prajapati, MD Prajapati Constructions. He expects Navi Mumbai’s demand for commercial, retail, office as well as residential for both affordable as well as luxury housing to grow substantially with both users and investors looking at the long term horizon. “Factors such as lifestyle, easy commuting, improved connectivity, and relatively lower property prices (35-45% less despite being a planned city) in Navi Mumbai will likely influence homebuyers' decisions.

Florida are crediting the online video game World of Warcraft with helping them rescue a missing 16-year-old girl.The Ohio teen was found far from home in the residence of a 31-year-old man from Dunnellon, Fla.Thomas Ebersole was arrested in connection with the girl’s disappearance, according to a press release from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Ebersole was booked for travelling to meet a minor to engage in sexual activity, interfering with child custody and sheltering an unmarried minor.The case landed on the radar of Marion police after the FBI sought their help on Wednesday.Investigators learned that the girl’s World of Warcraft account had been logged into at 2390 SW Shorewood Dr., in Dunnellon.

zero forex markup cards, provide currency at the exact inter-bank exchange rate without adding any markup fees on top of the base exchange rate. Forex cards are available in different variants based on the requirements of the travellers. The main types of forex cards are: A single-currency forex card is loaded with only one foreign currency and is suitable when you plan to visit just one destination country.

A controversy that began online last week has escalated into a diplomatic tussle, straining the ties between India and Maldives. The conflict began after three Maldivian ministers, now suspended, made derogatory comments about Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sparking a backlash from India. Some Indian social media users are calling for a boycott of the Maldives, potentially affecting the strong trade and interpersonal ties between the two countries.

Known for its distinctive East-meets-West culture, Hong Kong is ideal for couples to create a unique and timeless memory. From exploring the city on a swoon-worthy photoshoot to creative workshops for crafty couples and dinners at the hottest restaurants in town, it’s time for you to start planning an unforgettable Valentine’s Day in one of Asia’s most romantic cities.

Suchana Seth, CEO of a Bengaluru-based tech startup, has brought to light a harrowing tale of maternal distress and a tragic loss. The distressing events, involving the untimely death of her four-year-old son, unfolded in a series of alarming discoveries, where the quick thinking of hotel staff and a composed cab driver played pivotal roles in uncovering the truth. Seth, aged 39, checked into a service apartment in Candolim, Goa, accompanied by her son.

Bengaluru CEO mom kills 4-year-old son: A 39-year-old startup founder and CEO of Mindful AI Lab in Bengaluru has been charged with murdering her four-year-old son in a service apartment in North Goa's Candolim. The shocking crime came to light when a member of the housekeeping staff discovered a bloodstain while cleaning the apartment from which Suchana Seth had checked out. The motive behind the crime is yet to be determined. Following an alert from Goa Police, Suchana was detained in Karnataka's Chitradurga district, and a police team from Calangute was en route to take custody of her and bring her back to Goa. Here’s what happened Suchana Seth, the accused, had provided a Bengaluru address while checking into a hotel in Candolim.

With less than two weeks remaining until the historic Ayodhya Ram Temple inauguration on January 22, the state tourism and culture minister, Jaiveer Singh, announced plans to introduce helicopter services to accommodate the anticipated influx of devotees. 

HONG KONG (Reuters) — Plans by Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific Airways (OTC:CPCAY) to slash flights during the busy Lunar New Year period show the airline needs to address its capacity problems, the city's leader said, while its pilot union called for a government enquiry.

Maldives controversy, former Pakistan cricket team spinner, Danish Kaneria, made a statement on his official X (formerly known as Twitter) handle. Kaneria, known for his subtle posts, published the word "Lakshadweep" accompanied by a fire emoji.

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NEW DELHI : Adverse comments against India’s prime minister by three ministers of Maldives appear to have set off a chain reaction of holiday cancellations to the island nation. An executive committee member of Outbound Tour Operators Association of India said some travel companies have calculated that between 6 and 7 January, the industry might have seen up to 8,000 cancellations for hotel bookings in the Maldives by small groups from India.

approaching city below is an exhilarating experience that captivates even the most seasoned of travellers. The view from above transforms the cityscape into a mesmerising pattern that unfolds beneath the wings. The landmarks become visible, standing tall like beacons welcoming visitors to their destination.

The clock is ticking for Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and his family to decide whether to sell their remaining stake in the Pilot truck stop chain to fellow billionaire Warren Buffet's Berkshire Hathaway company

An emergency landing by an Alaska Airlines jetliner has prompted U.S. federal authorities to ground some Boeing 737 Max aircraft, adding another episode to the troubled history of Boeing’s Max lineup of jets