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With Disastrous 76% Drop, Ajith Kumar Film Fails The Monday Test!

With Disastrous 76% Drop, Ajith Kumar Film Fails The Monday Test!

Vidaamuyarchi Box Office Day 5: Ajith Kumar Film Fails The Monday Test! (Photo Credit – Instagram) Ajith Kumar’s latest release, Vidaamuyarchi, witnessed a terrible Monday drop at the box office, with the film standing at an estimated total collection of 65.75 crore. This is a decent number despite the film not bringing impressive numbers on Monday! The action thriller stars Trisha Krishnan, Regina Cassandra, and Arjun Sarja, who support the film very strongly, pushing it towards the 100 crore mark in India. Meanwhile, the film has earned 111.95 crore worldwide in four days. Vidaamuyarchi Box Office Day 5 Estimates Vidaamuyarchi, as per the early trends, earned in the range of 3 – 3.5 crore on Monday, February 10. This is a huge drop of 76% from the previous day, which registered a collection of 12.5 crore. Check out the five-day total of Ajith Kumar’s action thriller at the box office. Day 1: 26 crore Day 2: 10.25 crore Day 3: 13.5 crore Day 4: 12.5 crore Day 5: 3.5 crore* Total: 65.75 crore* Disastrous Monday …

NASA, General Atomics Test Nuclear Fuel for Faster Mars Missions

NASA, General Atomics Test Nuclear Fuel for Faster Mars Missions

Efforts to develop nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) for future space missions have taken a significant step forward. General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS), in collaboration with NASA, has conducted tests on nuclear reactor fuel designed for space travel. The trials, held at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Alabama, assessed the fuel’s ability to withstand extreme conditions that would be encountered during deep space missions. The successful results could accelerate plans for faster, more efficient space travel, reducing transit times for crewed missions to Mars. Successful Testing at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center As reported by space.com, according to the tests conducted at NASA’s facility, the reactor fuel was subjected to six thermal cycles using hot hydrogen, rapidly heating it to 2326.6 degree Celsius. The objective was to evaluate the fuel’s resilience under extreme temperature fluctuations and exposure to hot hydrogen gas, conditions necessary for nuclear thermal propulsion. GA-EMS President Scott Forney stated in a company release that the fuel demonstrated the ability to endure these conditions, reinforcing confidence in its potential for safe and reliable …

ISRO Successfully Conducts CE20 Cryogenic Engine Vacuum Test for LVM-3

ISRO Successfully Conducts CE20 Cryogenic Engine Vacuum Test for LVM-3

A key milestone in India’s space technology development has been reached with the successful vacuum ignition test of the CE20 cryogenic engine. Conducted on February 7 at the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu, the test simulated real space conditions for engine restart. The CE20 engine, designed for the upper stage of the LVM-3 rocket, is a critical component of future ISRO missions, including the human spaceflight programme. The test focused on evaluating the ignition process under vacuum conditions, ensuring operational reliability in space. Engine restart capabilities under evaluation As reported by The Times Of India, according to ISRO, the vacuum test assessed the ignition of the engine’s thrust chamber using a multi-element igniter while maintaining the required tank pressure for restart. The CE20 engine has been developed by ISRO’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) and has already demonstrated thrust levels ranging from 19 to 22 tonnes with a single-start capability. The latest trials are aimed at enabling multiple restarts, a feature that enhances mission flexibility. Alternative turbopump initiation under …

“It’s Too Early To Judge”: Australia Coach Backs Test Debutant Cooper Connolly

“It’s Too Early To Judge”: Australia Coach Backs Test Debutant Cooper Connolly

Australia coach Andrew McDonald remains optimistic about Cooper Connolly’s Test future despite a subdued debut, insisting the young batting all-rounder has plenty of time to cement his place in the team’s top six. Connolly was handed a whirlwind debut in just his fifth first-class game, with selectors expecting challenging batting conditions in the second Test against Sri Lanka at Galle. However, the pitch proved more manageable than anticipated, aside from a fiery spell on day three when Sri Lanka unleashed a devastating new-ball attack that triggered a collapse of 7-64. “He’s just starting out. I think it’s too early to judge anything on that game,” McDonald was quoted by cricket.com.au as saying. “Five overs, the shot that he played—if he had it again, potentially he takes a different option. He’s one we definitely want for the future. When he reaches the point where he can push for a top-six batting role, who knows? But that’s what we see for him.” McDonald acknowledged that Australia had miscalculated their strategy in picking Connolly over third …

India faces tough test without PV Sindhu – Preview

India faces tough test without PV Sindhu – Preview

The 2025 Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships (BAMTC) is set to begin on Tuesday in Qingdao, China, with India looking to improve on their bronze medal finish from the previous edition. However, their preparations suffered a major setback with PV Sindhu withdrawing due to a hamstring injury. India will now rely on their men’s singles and doubles team, along with rising women’s singles player Malvika Bansod, as they aim to compete against the continent’s best. PV Sindhu’s absence and what it means for India Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu sustained a hamstring injury during a training camp in Guwahati last week, forcing her to withdraw from the tournament. Her absence will be a significant blow, as she was instrumental in India’s bronze-medal run in 2023. Hi everyone, It is with a heavy heart that I share I won’t be traveling with the team for BAMTC 2025. While training on the 4th in Guwahati, I felt a twinge in my hamstring. Despite my efforts to push through with heavy taping for our country, an MRI has …

Steve Smith Credits Gabba Ton vs India As ‘Light-Bulb Moment’ Behind Test Resurgence

Steve Smith Credits Gabba Ton vs India As ‘Light-Bulb Moment’ Behind Test Resurgence

From the time Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith ended his 18-month Test century drought with a classy 101 on the day of the third Test against at the Gabba, Brisbane, he has gone on to reach three figures in three of his next four matches. Following the end of the second Test against Sri Lanka, where he scored 131 runs, Smith was asked about when the ‘lightbulb moment’ behind his current resurgence came. “I just felt like I was batting nicely, and getting some time in the middle maybe. As soon as you get that one good score you get a bit of a read on some bowlers that you’re facing, and you feel a bit more comfortable. “It’s the old saying, there’s nothing like time in the middle. “That, for me, was the Gabba I suppose and from there I started to feel comfortable facing a lot of balls and getting a bit of rhythm. I can’t really put it down to anything other than putting faith in what I was doing …

Australia secure first Test series win in Sri Lanka in 14 years | Cricket News

Australia secure first Test series win in Sri Lanka in 14 years | Cricket News

Australia wrapped up a comprehensive 2-0 series victory over Sri Lanka, sealing the second test with a commanding nine-wicket win in Galle on Sunday. Top order batter Marnus Labuschagne flicked a delivery from retiring Sri Lankan player Dimuth Karunaratne to mid-wicket to complete the triumph, just 15 minutes before lunch on the fourth day. It’s Australia’s first test series win on Sri Lankan soil since 2011. Story continues below this ad Their last success here came under Ricky Ponting’s captaincy, a 1-0 victory in 2011. However, they suffered a 3-0 whitewash in 2016 under Steve Smith’s leadership, and the 2022 series ended in a 1-1 draw. This time, with Smith standing in as captain for Pat Cummins, the victory was a welcome redemption. Australia approached the series with meticulous planning — including a training camp in Dubai — and executed their strategies with precision. Their batters laid the foundation with big hundreds, allowing the bowlers to dictate terms with attacking fields. Meanwhile, the spinners displayed remarkable discipline and variety, putting relentless pressure on Sri Lanka …

Sri Lanka vs Australia, 2nd Test Day 4, Live Score Updates

Sri Lanka vs Australia, 2nd Test Day 4, Live Score Updates

Sri Lanka vs Australia, 2nd Test Day 4, Live Updates© AFP Sri Lanka vs Australia, 2nd Test Day 4, Live Updates: Sri Lanka will resume the Day 4 of the ongoing second Test against Australia from 211/8 in Galle. Currently, Kusal Mendis is standing unbeaten at the crease as the hosts lead by 54 runs. Earlier, former captain Angelo Mathews scored a gritty 76, while Kusal Mendis was unbeaten on 48 at the close of the day’s play. Matthew Kuhnemann and Nathan Lyon shared seven wickets between them to dent Sri Lanka once again. (Live Scorecard) Topics mentioned in this article 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

2nd Test: Australia On Brink Of Sri Lanka Test Series Sweep

2nd Test: Australia On Brink Of Sri Lanka Test Series Sweep

Australia are two wickets away from ending Sri Lanka’s second innings in the second Test Saturday, with the hosts reeling at 211-8 at stumps on day three in Galle. With Sri Lanka leading by only 54 runs, Steve Smith’s side will be eager to mop up the tail early Sunday and seal a 2-0 sweep. Angelo Mathews was the linchpin of Sri Lanka’s innings, holding things together as wickets tumbled at the other end. But just 15 minutes before the close of play, he swept Nathan Lyon straight to square leg, where Beau Webster pocketed a sharp chance. The 37-year-old warhorse had dug deep for a fighting half-century, but Sri Lanka needed a marathon knock, not his well-compiled 76. Mathews finds himself in the crosshairs, with just one fifty in his last eight innings. Ahead of this Test, the selectors had made it clear — unless he starts churning out big runs, his spot in the next cycle of the World Test Championship was not fixed. His sixth-wicket partnership with Kusal Mendis worth …

WATCH: Dimuth Karunaratne walks back for the last time in Test to applause from Australia players | Cricket News

WATCH: Dimuth Karunaratne walks back for the last time in Test to applause from Australia players | Cricket News

Sri Lankan opener Dimuth Karunaratne left the field of his last Test match to a standing ovation by the Australians in the 3rd day of the 2nd Test. The Lankan player, who was also playing his 100th Test match, scored just 14 runs in the second innings before he nicked one behind to wicketkeeper Alex Carey off Matthew Kuhnemann. Before walking off, he shook hands with Nathan Lyon and Steve Smith and shared a hug with long time batting partner Dinesh Chandimal even as the Aussie players stopped celebrating and applauded him. The Sri Lankan batter scored 7222 runs in 100 Tests at an average of 39.25 with 16 centuries and 39 fifties with a high score of 244 runs. On Thursday, Karunaratne became the seventh Sri Lanka cricketer to reach the 100-Test milestone after current head coach Sanath Jayasuriya (110), Muttiah Muralidaran (132), Chaminda Vaas (111), Kumar Sangakkara (134), Mahela Jayawardena (149), and Angelo Mathews (117). Dimuth Karunaratne leaves the field after his final Test innings. 7,222 runs in 100 Test matches, a Sri …