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11/09/2023

G20 SUMMIT 2023: A DIPLOMATIC TRIUMPH FOR INDIA

The G20 Summit 2023, held in New Delhi, India, was a significant event that brought together leaders from the world's largest economies to discuss global issues. The theme of this year’s G20 Summit was ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam- One Earth, One Family, One Future’, which is a global roadmap for sustainable, inclusive and human-centric development.

Day 1: A Diplomatic Breakthrough

India played a gracious host on the first day of the summit. The day began with Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcoming global leaders at the sprawling Bharat Mandapam. A replica of Konark Wheel from the Sun temple in Odisha's Puri served as the backdrop of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's welcome handshake with G20 leaders.
In a big win for India's presidency, the G20 nations reached a consensus on the Ukraine conflict, paving way for the adoption of the New Delhi leaders' declaration. The consensus was reached after over 150 hours of intense negotiations with the member states.

Day 2: Handing Over the Presidency

The second day of the Summit saw world leaders paying tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Delhi’s Rajghat. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the third and final session of the summit titled 'One Future' where he stressed the need to "look beyond the idea of a global village and make the vision of a global family a reality".
At the end of the two-day long Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over the gavel of the G20 presidency to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Conclusion

The G20 Summit in India was undoubtedly a diplomatic triumph for India. The Delhi Declaration called on nations to uphold international law, including territorial integrity, international humanitarian law and the multilateral system that safeguards peace and stability. This year’s Summit proved that G20 can still drive solutions, reflecting India’s efforts to contribute globally and find solutions to major world issues as one big family.

29/08/2023

NEERAJ CHOPRA: INDIA'S GOLDEN BOY AT THE WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS

On August 28, 2023, Neeraj Chopra made history by becoming the first Indian to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. With a remarkable throw of 88.17 meters, Chopra not only secured his first-ever world championship gold but also became the first Indian to achieve this feat at such a prestigious event.

Chopra's closest competitor, Arshad Nadeem from Pakistan, managed a best throw of 87.82 meters, earning him the silver medal. Meanwhile, Jakub Vadlejch from the Czech Republic claimed the bronze with a throw of 86.67 meters.

Throughout the competition, Chopra displayed consistent excellence, recording impressive distances in his remaining attempts. He achieved distances of 86.32 meters, 84.64 meters, 87.73 meters, and 83.98 meters, solidifying his dominance in the event.

Notably, two other Indian athletes, Kishore Jena and DP Manu, also showcased remarkable performances. Jena secured a commendable 5th position with a personal best throw of 84.77 meters, while Manu finished in 6th place with a best throw of 84.14 meters.

Chopra is now only the second Indian, after great shooter Abhinav Bindra, to hold the Olympic and World Championships titles at the same time. Bindra won the World Championships at the age of 23 and the Olympics at the age of 25.

In conclusion, Neeraj Chopra's historic victory at the World Athletics Championships is a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft. It is also a proud moment for India and its sports community. We can't wait to see what else this talented athlete will achieve in the future.

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29/08/2023

SHIVSHAKTI POINT: INDIA'S TRIUMPH ON THE MOON'S SOUTH POLE

On August 23, 2023, India made history by becoming the first country to successfully land a spacecraft near the Moon's South Pole. The landing site, located about 600 km away from the South Pole of the Moon, was named "Shivshakti Point".
The name "Shivshakti" is derived from the names of two Hindu deities: Shiva, one of the principal deities, and Shakti, the divine feminine energy often depicted as Shiva's consort. The naming of the point sparked a political row in India, with some people loving the name for giving international recognition to Hindu customs while others criticized it. However, ISRO chairman S Somanath stated that there was no room for controversy over the naming and that there have been precedents of names being assigned to lunar features.

The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 at Shivshakti Point marks a significant achievement for India's space program. It demonstrates the country's technological prowess and its ability to conduct complex space missions. The mission also opens up new opportunities for scientific exploration and discovery on the Moon's South Pole.

In conclusion, Shivshakti Point represents a triumph for India and a new chapter in humanity's exploration of the Moon. It is a testament to what can be achieved through determination, hard work, and scientific excellence.

25/08/2023

ZEPTO: INDIA'S FIRST UNICORN OF 2023

Zepto, a Mumbai-based quick commerce startup, has recently raised $200 million in fresh funding at a valuation of $1.4 billion, making it India's first unicorn of 2023. Founded by Stanford University dropouts Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, Zepto has quickly established itself as a major player in the online grocery delivery market.
The funding round was led by new investor StepStoneGroup and also saw participation from Goodwater Capital and existing backers Nexus Venture Partners, Glade Brook Capital, and Lachy Groom. This latest round of funding comes at a time when the broader startup ecosystem is navigating a funding winter, with startup funding having dipped to $3.8 billion in the first half of the year from $18.3 billion in the year-ago period.
Zepto's success is particularly noteworthy given the challenges faced by other instant delivery startups globally. Many firms operating in this category have significantly curtailed their operations, seen their private valuations plummet, or shut down entirely. However, Zepto has managed to stand out from the crowd through its focus on ex*****on and discipline in governing its supply chain.
With over 300,000 orders processed per day across seven Indian cities, Zepto has quickly established itself as a major player in the online grocery delivery market. The startup relies on hundreds of so-called dark stores that dot popular neighborhoods across cities, with the vast majority of these stores being fully EBIDTA positive.
Looking ahead, Zepto has ambitious plans for the future. The startup aims to turn EBITDA positive in 12-15 months and has a "pretty clear ambition" to go public in early 2025. With its focus on ex*****on and discipline, Zepto is well-positioned to continue its impressive growth trajectory and cement its place as one of India's leading startups.

25/08/2023

NEERAJ CHOPRA: INDIA’S GOLDEN BOY AT THE WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023✌️

On Friday, August 25, 2023, India's Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra made headlines once again as he entered the finals of the World Athletics Championships with an impressive throw of 88.77m in the men's Javelin Throw event. With this feat, Chopra has also secured his place in the Paris Olympics 2024.
Chopra's performance at the World Athletics Championships is nothing short of remarkable. In his first attempt, he recorded a season-best throw of 88.77m, surpassing the automatic qualifying mark of 83.00m. This throw also saw Chopra breach the Paris 2024 Olympic entry standard in javelin throw.

Chopra's success at the World Athletics Championships is just another feather in his cap. The 25-year-old Indian athlete holds India’s national record of 89.94m and is a Tokyo 2020 champion and 2022 world championships silver medalist. With his consistent performance and dedication to his craft, Chopra is quickly establishing himself as a champion in the making.

As we look forward to Chopra's performance in the finals of the World Athletics Championships and his journey to the Paris Olympics 2024, one thing is certain: Neeraj Chopra is a force to be reckoned with and a true inspiration to aspiring athletes everywhere.

22/08/2023

CHECKMATE: HOW PRAGGNANANDHAA IS CONQUERING THE CHESS WORLD ♟️🌏

India's new chess star, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, is making waves in the chess world with his imagination, intelligence, and giant-killing run in the World Cup. Praggnanandhaa, also known as Pragg, celebrated his 18th birthday at the ongoing event in Baku and has reached the title clash as a minor challenger turning into a major threat.
Pragg's journey to greatness began when he became the youngest ever International Master (IM) at the age of 10 years, 10 months, and 19 days in 2016. His talent was evident from a young age, and many expected greatness from him. However, talent alone is not enough; it must be groomed properly to reach its full potential. In hindsight, Pragg not becoming the youngest ever Grandmaster (GM) was a blessing in disguise. Steady progress is always more long-lasting than faster growth.

The simmering chess boom in India was given a boost by the pandemic situation that opened competitive chess online, allowing youngsters to rub shoulders with elite players and win huge prize money. The Ukraine war brought Olympiad from Russia to India and the mentoring from the best in the business – Viswanathan Anand’s Westbridge Anand Chess Academy (WACA) – also happened around the same time. The stars were clearly aligned.

When Anand came under the spotlight in the late 80s, he was the lone Indian. Pragg had many more Indians for company. The focus was not entirely on him. That must have helped, including in this knockout World Cup. Pairing against close friend Arjun Erigaisi to seal the semis spot and with that virtually sealing the Candidates spot must have helped too. When a battle is between two Indians with one's progress assured, a weight of nation's expectations is almost taken out of the window.

Pragg's success has been celebrated by many, including former World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov who congratulated him on reaching the FIDE World Cup final. All eyes will be on Pragg as he takes on World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in the FIDE Chess World Cup final. We wish him all success as he continues to make India proud!

21/08/2023

BCCI Announces India Squad for Asia Cup 2023: A Mix of Experience and Youth 📢

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the Indian cricket team squad for the 2023 Asia Cup on August 21, 2023. The tournament, which is being hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka, will be played in the ODI format as preparation for the upcoming 2023 Cricket World Cup.
India has been placed in Group A alongside arch-rivals Pakistan and Nepal, while Group B contains Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The Indian squad announcement was made by captain Rohit Sharma and BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar in a press conference on Tuesday.
The squad features a mix of experienced players and young guns. Rohit Sharma will lead the team as captain, with Hardik Pandya as vice-captain. Other key players include Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, KL Rahul (wk), Ishan Kishan (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Prasidh Krishna.
There were some doubts over the fitness of KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer, both of whom have been recovering from injuries. However, they have both made a comeback to the squad. Since Rahul has a ni**le, Sanju Samson has been named as the back-up player.
The Asia Cup squad holds extra importance as it will more or less give an idea about what the squad for the ODI World Cup 2023 will look like. India's performance in the continental tournament will be key to their chances at the marquee event later this year at home.
India's first match is against arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2 in Sri Lanka. It will be interesting to see how the team performs in the tournament with this mix of experience and youth.

21/08/2023

India vs Ireland, 2nd T20I 🏏

India and Ireland faced off in the second T20I of the India in Ireland, 3 T20I Series, 2023 on Sunday, 20 August 2023 at The Village Malahide, Dublin. The match was an exciting one, with both teams putting up a strong fight.

Ireland won the toss and decided to field first. India started off strong, with their top order batsmen putting up a good show. R. Singh was particularly impressive, scoring 38 runs in just 21 balls. He hit some powerful shots and kept the scoreboard ticking. Other Indian batsmen also chipped in with useful contributions, helping India reach a competitive total of 185 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.

In response, Ireland started off well but soon lost wickets at regular intervals. Despite some good batting performances, they were unable to keep up with the required run rate and eventually fell short by 33 runs. They managed to score a total of 152 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.

India's bowlers put up a disciplined performance, bowling tight lines and lengths and not giving away easy runs. They picked up wickets at crucial junctures and never allowed the Irish batsmen to settle down.

India emerged victorious in this match, beating Ireland by 33 runs. R. Singh was named the Player of the Match for his impressive batting performance.

Overall, it was an exciting match with both teams putting up a good fight. India will be looking to continue their winning momentum in the upcoming matches of the series while Ireland will be hoping to bounce back and level the series.