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WorldPingIndia made a striking start at the Asian Games, capturing two silver medals in shooting events. Elavenil Valarivan was a standout, winning silvers both individually and as part of the team in the 10m air rifle competition.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
India defeat Bangladesh by 114 runs to book women's cricket final against Sri Lanka, who beat Pakistan by eight wickets.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
Players celebrate podium finish that brings exemption from conscription, saying the pressure was 'out of this world'.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingJapan is set to host its first-ever men's senior international cricket match against India, marking a milestone for Japanese cricket. Growth has been steady, with rising participation and increased visibility.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
Accommodation crisis, transport gaffes and national anthem mix-ups headline the games before their opening in Japan.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingIn Delhi for meetings after the recent floods in Nepal, Swarnim Wagle pushes for a reset in fractious Delhi-Kathmandu ties, revising the trade treaty and connectivity plans…
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