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Why hydration breaks are causing a stir at FIFA World Cup 2026

Why hydration breaks are causing a stir at FIFA World Cup 2026

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For the first time at the World Cup, FIFA has made hydration breaks compulsory across all matches, citing the dangerous heatwaves during last summer’s Club World Cup in the United States. Argentina’s Lionel Messi drinks water during a hydration break of the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias) (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias) What are hydration breaks? Each game now has two three-minute pauses, one around the 22nd minute of the first half and another around the same point in the second half. Players grab a cold towel, gulp down water, and the lost minutes are tacked onto the end of the half. The rule applies regardless of weather, venue or whether the stadium has a roof and/or is air-conditioned. The time is added back at the end of the half. FIFA claims this was born out of concern for player welfare following dangerous heatwaves during last summer’s Club World Cup in the United States. Players say it kills the momentum …

Telugu-only enumeration forms for SIR likely to stir a hornet’s nest

Telugu-only enumeration forms for SIR likely to stir a hornet’s nest

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A voter looks at a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) help desk banner at a GHMC office in Hyderabad. | Photo Credit: File Photo Language is set to emerge as a major sticking point in the implementation of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls within the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) limits, as election authorities prepare for the massive nationwide exercise to clean up and update voter lists from the ground up. As per Election Commission of India directives, the enumeration forms to be distributed from June 25 will be printed in Telugu across Telangana, understandably to facilitate easy comprehension. However, the one-language approach may pose difficulties in Hyderabad, one of India’s most linguistically diverse urban centres. In Hyderabad district, which forms the core of the GHMC area, Telugu speakers account for only about 46% of the population, according to Census 2011 data. Urdu speakers make up nearly 43% while sizeable sections of residents speak Hindi, Marathi, Kannada and several other languages as their mother tongue. With the exponential growth of Information Technology and …

Communal stir in Dehradun after BJP worker killed, alleged accused’s house bulldozed

Communal stir in Dehradun after BJP worker killed, alleged accused’s house bulldozed

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A 44-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker was killed and his two brothers were injured in an irrigation water dispute between neighbours in Dehradun’s Vikasnagar area late on Saturday, sparking violent protests in the area, with irate crowds demanding immediate action, pelting stones, and setting fire to one of the suspect’s house. Meanwhile, police deployed additional teams and paramilitary forces to maintain law and order, arrested four suspects, and the district administration demolished an alleged illegal construction at the accused’s other house. Security person at the site as the residence of the alleged accused in Dehradun. Area placed under strict surveillance. (ANI) According to the police, the incident occurred around 6.30 pm on Saturday after an argument broke out between the victim, Vinod Kumar, and a neighbour named Imtiyaz over an ongoing irrigation dispute in Bairagiwala village. “During the incident, members of one group allegedly assaulted the three brothers—Ashok, Vinod, and Rajesh Kumar. They were taken to Lehman Hospital, where Vinod succumbed to his injuries,” said Dehradun senior superintendent of police (SSP) Pramendra Singh Dobhal. The …

Maharashtra RTO employees to go on day-long strike on June 9; threaten indefinite stir from June 16

Maharashtra RTO employees to go on day-long strike on June 9; threaten indefinite stir from June 16

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The Maharashtra State Motor Vehicles Department (RTO) Employees’ Union has alleged that officials have failed to resolve long-pending demands, including issues related to promotions, service rules, and employee benefits despite multiple rounds of talks Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Cochin Port trade union forum threatens to escalate stir

Cochin Port trade union forum threatens to escalate stir

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The Cochin Port Joint Trade Union Forum has decided to intensify its ongoing agitation into direct industrial action without further notice. The decision, according to the forum, follows alleged unilateral and arbitrary steps taken by the port management to outsource marine and cargo handling operations. The forum has been staging an indefinite strike against the management’s alleged anti-worker policies since March 16 this year. The forum has formally appealed to the chairperson of the port to withdraw any proposal to privatise core functions currently performed by regular or port-appointed contract workers. Raising an alarm over the alleged drastic reduction in the workforce to just 475 regular workers, the forum said the vacancies were not being filled for years, “leading to unbearable workloads, mental stress, and frustration among employees.” While the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Indian Ports Association remain vigilant in averting labour unrest through timely intervention and dialogue with national federations, the industrial relations environment at the Cochin Port remains alarmingly inefficient. Having already served demand notices, the unions said that …

Crispest Bhindi Masala Dry Stir Fry Recipe: Easy To Make With Basic Ingredients And Indian Spices

Crispest Bhindi Masala Dry Stir Fry Recipe: Easy To Make With Basic Ingredients And Indian Spices

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Bhindi masala dry stir fry recipe combines fresh okra, onions, tomatoes, and carefully selected spices to create a quick vegetarian dish that pairs well with roti, dal, or rice. Popular across North India and many other regions, this dry stir fry is prepared by cooking bhindi until tender while preserving its texture and flavour. Its bright green colour, lightly crisp edges, and spiced coating make it one of the most enjoyed Indian vegetable recipes during the warmer months when okra is widely available. Bhindi Masala Dry Stir Fry Recipe (Freepik) Okra provides soluble fibre, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and antioxidants”>soluble fibre, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and antioxidants that support digestive wellness and overall health. The fibre content contributes to digestive balance, while antioxidants help protect cells from everyday oxidative stress. Onions, tomatoes, ginger, and garlic add additional nutrients and plant compounds that complement the nutritional profile”>nutritional profile of the dish. Spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chilli powder contribute flavour while enhancing the overall appeal of this spiced okra recipe. Fresh bhindi is sliced …

Ludhiana: Industrialists allege harassment by pollution board, threaten statewide stir

Ludhiana: Industrialists allege harassment by pollution board, threaten statewide stir

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Industrialists in Ludhiana on Monday warned of a Punjab-wide bandh if the Punjab Pollution Control Board does not address their objections over recent show-cause notices, alleged harassment of industrial units and disconnection of electricity supply for pollution norm violations before June 5. Industrialists protest outside the Punjab Pollution Control Board office in Ludhiana on Monday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT) The warning came after police stopped members of the Consortium of Industry and Trade — comprising 14 major industrial and trade associations of Ludhiana — from holding a protest outside the PPCB office at Focal Point. Heavy police deployment, including water cannons and anti-riot vehicles, was made at the site and industrialists were not allowed to proceed with the demonstration. Following the police intervention, representatives of the industry held a meeting with senior district administration officials, including Deputy Commissioner of Police Jaskiranjit Singh Teja and Additional Deputy Commissioner Amit Kumar, during which they submitted a charter of demands. Industrialists demanded the immediate transfer of PPCB Chief Environmental Engineer RK Ratra from Ludhiana and sought the appointment of what …

Meet The Singles Ready To Stir Up Drama

Meet The Singles Ready To Stir Up Drama

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Perfect Match Season 4 Cast Details ( Photo Credit – Netflix ) Over the years, Netflix has been keeping viewers hooked with various dating reality shows. From Love Is Blind, which involves couples falling in love sight unseen, to Too Hot To Handle, which tests their intentions surrounding love, to The Ultimatum, which challenges struggling couples to make a commitment, the popular OTT streaming platform continues to delight fans with binge-worthy shows. A big entertainer amongst these is Perfect Match, which has enjoyed a good run for three seasons on Netflix and is set to return with season 4. The series is a strategic dating competition featuring alumni of other reality shows, including Love Is Blind, Too Hot to Handle, and The Circle. The cast members are expected to make romantic pairings and match with each other every day until the end of the competition. Those who do not find a match for the day are automatically eliminated from the show. The matched couples are made to compete in compatibility challenges, and the winners of …

Here’s Why Trisha Krishnan and Thalapathy Vijay Are Creating a Stir Online

Here’s Why Trisha Krishnan and Thalapathy Vijay Are Creating a Stir Online

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As Trisha Krishnan celebrates her 43rd birthday today, the buzz around her feels bigger than usual. The day also coincides with the Tamil Nadu election results, where Thalapathy Vijay’s party is reportedly heading towards a strong win, making it a moment where cinema, politics and personal speculation are all colliding around her name. Trisha, often called one of the most enduring stars of South Indian cinema has spent over two decades in the industry, consistently staying relevant across generations. While her film choices and performances have kept her in the spotlight, her personal life has also drawn curiosity time and again. In recent months, that curiosity has turned into speculation linking her with Vijay, with several reports hinting at a close relationship. That said, neither Trisha nor Vijay has made any official statement confirming these claims. The rumours gained traction after the two were reportedly seen together at a wedding reception in Chennai, which quickly became a talking point across social media. Since then, fan pages and entertainment portals have continued to dissect their public …

Stalin warns of stir, Reddy appeals to PM| India News

Stalin warns of stir, Reddy appeals to PM| India News

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New Delhi: Chief ministers of two southern states on Tuesday rejected the government’s move to table three bills to provide 33% to women in Parliament and state legislatures, raise the cap of seats in the Lok Sabha to 850 and set up a delimitation commission, with the Congress and other opposition parties raised several key questions about the proposal, including its timing and intent. Stalin warns of stir, Reddy appeals to PM Some, including the Congress, raised concerns over the timing of the bills to be tabled in the three-day special sitting of Parliament beginning Thursday – even as assembly elections are underway. Others expressed reservations over the possibility that the 2011 Census might form the basis for the delimitation exercise. To be sure no party has officially spelt out its stand on the issue yet. Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of using women’s reservation as a “political tool” to secure a numerical advantage in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. “The BJP does nothing unless they know there is a …