The state-level finale of Lokmat MahaGames, Maharashtra’s largest inter-school multi-sport tournament, concluded with a prestigious awards ceremony at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune. Padma Bhushan awardee and Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal, Brand Ambassador of Lokmat MahaGames, felicitated young champions from across the state, honouring their commitment, discipline and sporting excellence. Organised by Lokmat Campus Club and presented by the Abhay Bhutada Foundation, Lokmat MahaGames serves as a key platform to identify and encourage young athletes at the school level. The tournament spanned 12 regions across Maharashtra before culminating in a state championship,…

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54th ODI Century — Historic Landmark In the third and deciding ODI against New Zealand at the Holkar Stadium in Indore, Kohli scored a record-extending 54th ODI century, a milestone that places him second on the all-time ODI hundreds list behind Sachin Tendulkar. This century came in a high-pressure chase, where the Indian team was set a challenging target by the visitors.  Kohli’s innings — crafted with characteristic balance between aggression and composure — underlined his continued relevance in the 50-over format, even as India fell short of victory in the match.…

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Exit Polls and Seat Predictions: Mahayuti Alliance Poised for a Clear Lead in BMC Elections Mumbai, January 16, 2026: As the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections enter the crucial counting phase, exit polls released after voting on January 15 provide the first comprehensive indicators of how the political landscape in India’s richest civic body may be reshaped. The BMC, with 227 seats and a majority mark of 114, has drawn intense focus from political analysts, parties, and electorate alike.  Exit Polls Consistently Predict Mahayuti Majority A range of exit polls—conducted independently by established survey…

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Iran Currency Plunges to Historic Lows Against the U.S. Dollar — Latest Developments TEHRAN — Iran’s national currency, the rial (IRR), has collapsed to unprecedented lows against the U.S. dollar (USD), deepening an already profound economic crisis and fuelling widespread social unrest across the country. According to multiple market sources, the rial is now trading at around 1.45 million to 1.47 million rials per U.S. dollarin unofficial or free-market exchanges — record levels that underscore the severity of the currency’s depreciation.  Historic Depreciation and Economic Context The dramatic slide in…

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India’s Under-19 cricket team began its ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 campaign in emphatic fashion with a convincing six-wicket victory over the United States of America at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Thursday. The result, achieved under overcast skies and in rain-affected conditions, was built on a disciplined bowling performance and a calm run chase, setting a positive tone for India’s title aspirations.  Bowling Dominance Sets the Tone After winning the toss, India elected to bowl and immediately put the USA batting lineup under pressure. Right-arm pacer Henil Patel delivered a…

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