On World Wildlife Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Gir Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat, participated in a lion safari, and chaired the National Board for Wildlife meeting. The visit highlights the government's Project Lion, which aims to conserve and expand the population of Asiatic lions through various strategic efforts and community involvement.
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India and New Zealand will clash in the ICC Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday. India, unbeaten in four matches, seek one last push for the title with batters like Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli leading the charge. New Zealand, having lost only once, face uncertainty over key bowler Matt Henry's fitness but remain upbeat about their chances.
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