Three tigers and a sub-adult leopard died from H5N1 avian flu at Gorewada Rescue Centre, prompting a red alert in Maharashtra's zoos. The death toll marked a significant instance of the virus impacting captive wildlife. Containment measures and screenings were implemented, and other animals in the center were declared healthy.
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With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 approaching, former cricketer Aakash Chopra highlights Pakistan's tendency to falter under pressure. Despite being defending champions, Pakistan's recent performances in ICC events have shown inconsistency. Chopra points to their unpredictable nature and mental frailties in high-pressure situations. Pakistan's ability to handle pressure will be tested, especially against India on February 23 in Dubai.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded K. Annamalai for his exceptional contributions as the Tamil Nadu BJP unit chief, highlighting his efforts in promoting party policies and programs. Shah announced that the BJP would utilize Annamalai's organizational skills at the national level.
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted raids on Amazon and Flipkart warehouses in Delhi, seizing thousands of uncertified products. Over 3,500 electrical goods were confiscated from an Amazon warehouse while 590 pairs of sports footwear were seized from a Flipkart subsidiary. These actions are part of BIS's broader drive to enforce quality standards across the nation.
TMC leaders in Murshidabad deny reports of vandalism, claiming displaced families willingly returned home after fleeing out of fear following violence linked to protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.
Neymar jr shared his viewpoint on his time at PSG, mentioning Kylian Mbappé's jealousy after Lionel Messi's arrival, as per a podcast with Romário. Neymar noted their initial good partnership but attributed conflicts to ego clashes affecting team performance. He hinted at a return to Brazil after his contract with Al-Hilal ends.
Val Kilmer, famous for his roles in 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever,' has died at 65. His daughter confirmed he died of pneumonia on April 1. Kilmer battled throat cancer for years. His major roles included Jim Morrison in 'The Doors' and Batman in 'Batman Forever.' He is survived by his two children, Mercedes and Jack.
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