IPL retentions: Dravid reveals Rajasthan Royals’ strategy

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah recently addressed speculation about Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s participation in the Duleep Trophy. Shah stated that the board does not consider it necessary for these senior players to participate, emphasizing the importance of workload management and injury prevention. He noted that, similar to practices in Australia and England, senior players…

Prime Minister Modi’s expansion of the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana has led to the enrollment of nearly 500,000 senior citizens aged 70 and above. The scheme, which provides an annual health cover of Rs 5 lakh per family, has seen the highest number of applications from Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat.

India’s Deepti Sharma shone with both bat and ball, taking six wickets and scoring 39 unbeaten runs to help secure a 3-0 ODI series sweep against West Indies. Renuka Thakur also contributed significantly with four wickets. The win boosts India’s confidence ahead of their series against Ireland in January 2024.

Steve Smith hit his 11th Test century against India, becoming the top century-maker against them and securing his 34th overall. His score of 140 at the MCG elevated him to joint seventh in all-time Test centuries. Smith’s innings ended with an unusual dismissal after he edged the ball onto his stumps, drawing a standing ovation.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has updated the schedule for AP EdCET 2024 Phase 1 counselling. The new dates for key events, including web option exercises and seat allotment, have shifted from August and September to September 2024. Candidates should visit the official website, edcet-sche.aptonline.in, to review the revised schedule and…