Swiatek leads Poland into United Cup semis

Sydney, Jan 2 (UNI) World number two Iga Swiatek dug deep to overcome Katie Boulter in a tense three-set women’s singles match as Poland reached the semifinals of the mixed teams United Cup after defeating Britain on Thursday. Poland will now face Kazakhstan on Saturday, with a mouthwatering clash in prospect between Swiatek and 2022…

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Gukesh, Manu Bhaker lead Khel Ratna honours

New Delhi, Jan 2 (UNI) The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Thursday announced the recipients of the National Sports Awards 2024, with the spotlight firmly on the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. This year, India’s highest sporting honour will be bestowed upon four extraordinary athletes: Gukesh D (Chess), Harmanpreet Singh (Hockey),…

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Sensex zooms 1436.30 pts

Mumbai, Jan 2 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Thursday posted a massive gain of 1436.30 pts to close strong at 79,943.71 on the strength of Auto, Technology and IT stocks despite weak Asian Market. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) advanced 445.75 pts at 24,188.65. Surging over 300 pts on Wednesday, the Sensex opened at 78,657.52,…

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UP is poised to accelerate its development in new year: Yogi

Gorakhpur, Jan 2 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that while previous governments focused on stifling development by shutting down industries and factories, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led double-engine government is actively creating an environment conducive to progress through new initiatives and constructions. Speaking at the foundation stone laying and…

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