Author: Supriya Jena

  • Cricket Returns to Olympics: Exciting News for LA 2028

    Cricket Returns to Olympics: Exciting News for LA 2028

    Great news for cricket fans! In 2028, cricket will return to the Olympics after 128 years. This was announced by the event organizers. The last time cricket was played at the Olympics was in 1900 in Paris, where only Great Britain and France played a two-day match. At the LA 2028 Games, cricket will be played in the exciting T20 format, with six teams competing for medals in both men’s and women’s events.

    Each team can have a squad of 15 players, which means 90 athletes will participate for each gender. The International Cricket Council (ICC) includes 12 main cricket-playing countries—like India, Australia, and England—and there are also 94 other nations that play cricket.

    The exact rules for how teams can qualify for the Olympic tournament are not confirmed yet. However, since the USA is the host country, they will likely get a spot right away. This means only five other teams will qualify based on their rankings. It is expected that the top five teams in the ICC rankings will secure their places at the Games.

    Cricket isn’t the only new sport; baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse, and squash will also debut at LA 2028. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has also added 22 more medal events than what is planned for Paris 2024. A total of 351 medal events will take place at LA 2028, with 10,500 athletes participating. Excitingly, for the first time, all team sports will have equal numbers of women’s and men’s teams. Additionally, boxing will see full gender equality with a new women’s weight category added.

  • Leaders Celebrate Mahavir Jayanti: Honoring Lord Mahavir’s Teachings

    Leaders Celebrate Mahavir Jayanti: Honoring Lord Mahavir’s Teachings

    On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared warm wishes for Mahavir Jayanti, a special day celebrating Lord Mahavir, who is respected for his teachings of non-violence, honesty, and kindness. He said that Lord Mahavir’s ideas inspire many people around the world. Modi praised the Jain community for keeping these teachings alive and helping society grow. He mentioned that the government will continue to work towards Lord Mahavir’s vision. Last year, they recognized the Prakrit language, which is a big deal.

    Union Home Minister Amit Shah also shared his thoughts, saying that Lord Mahavir’s messages of truth and compassion will always help guide people. He wished everyone a happy Mahavir Jayanti.

    Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said that Lord Mahavir inspires us to build a peaceful and fair society. He expressed his respect for Mahavir’s messages of non-violence and truth.

    Union Minister JP Nadda called Lord Mahavir a symbol of sacrifice and peace. He extended his wishes on the birth anniversary of the 24th Jain Tirthankar, saying that Mahavir’s teachings about non-violence and care for others will always be important.

    Mahavir Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavir, who was born in 615 BC and given the name ‘Vardhamana’ as a baby. This year, it will be celebrated on April 10. The festival highlights the importance of Jainism, especially in India. One of the core teachings is ‘ahinsa parmo dharma,’ which means non-violence is the highest duty. This message is very important in today’s world.

  • Download GUJCET 2025 Final Answer Key – Results Coming Soon

    Download GUJCET 2025 Final Answer Key – Results Coming Soon

    The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) has released the final answer key for GUJCET 2025. This decision came after reviewing objections sent by candidates via email until April 5, 2025. You can easily download the final answer key from the GSEB official website at gseb.org.

    On April 2, 2025, GSHSEB shared the provisional answer keys for different question paper sets (T.Q.P. No. 1 to 20). These keys contained answers for subjects like Mathematics (code 050), Physics (code 054), Chemistry (code 052), and Biology (code 056). The answers were carefully created by experts in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. Candidates had a chance to raise concerns about these provisional keys until April 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM. A fee of ₹500 was required for each question challenged, but it would be refunded if the challenge was found to be valid.

    The final answer key has now been published and includes any changes based on the objections received. It has been double-checked by experts for Physics across all languages (Gujarati, Hindi, and English) and for all question paper sets. However, no changes were made to the answer keys for Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology, which means the provisional keys for these subjects are now considered final.

    To download the GUJCET 2025 final answer key, follow these simple steps:

    1. Go to the GSEB official website at gseb.org.
    2. Click on the board website link and a new page will appear.
    3. Find and click on the GUJCET March 2025 final answer key link on the homepage.
    4. The answer key PDF will start downloading. Once it’s done, check the final answer key.
    5. It’s a good idea to keep a printed copy for future reference.

    The GUJCET exam took place on March 23, 2025, and the results will be announced soon. For more updates, stay tuned to the GSEB official website.

  • Basit Ali Warns Yashasvi Jaiswal: Find Your Form

    Basit Ali Warns Yashasvi Jaiswal: Find Your Form

    Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali didn’t hold back when he spoke about India’s young opener, Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has been struggling lately. Basit compared Jaiswal’s situation to that of Prithvi Shaw, saying it’s important for Jaiswal to find his form before it’s too late.

    Jaiswal was once seen as the next big star in Indian cricket after a great year in 2023, but things have changed since the 3-1 Test series loss in Australia. In the current IPL 2025, he has only managed to score one half-century (67 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad). Known for his aggressive playing style, he’s now facing challenges with his performance.

    Basit expressed concern, saying it seems like Jaiswal has lost his desire to play the game. “His passion for cricket seems to have faded. Look at Prithvi Shaw – cricket can break your heart if you don’t give it your all,” Basit said on his YouTube channel.

    While Jaiswal is looking for answers to improve, other players are stepping up. Priyansh Arya from Punjab Kings made headlines with a quick century in just 39 balls against Chennai Super Kings, showing the fearless spirit of a new generation of cricketers. Also, Sai Sudharsan from Gujarat Titans impressed with his consistent performance, scoring 82 runs off 53 balls against Rajasthan Royals.

    The difference in performance is stark. While Jaiswal is struggling, experienced players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have recently retired from T20Is after winning the 2024 T20 World Cup. Basit believes their decision was wise, as many young talents are ready to shine.

    Despite Rohit’s current struggles in the IPL, Kohli is performing well, scoring 164 runs in four matches with a strong strike rate of 143.85 and hitting two half-centuries.

  • China Stands Strong in Trade War as Tariffs Soar Against the US

    China Stands Strong in Trade War as Tariffs Soar Against the US

    In the ongoing trade fight between China and the US, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mao Ning, said that China will not be scared or back down from challenges. To make her point, she shared an old video of former Chinese leader Mao Zedong from 1953, during a time of war with the US. In the video, Mao Zedong says that it is not for China to decide how long the war will go on. Instead, it is up to the US presidents. He also claimed that no matter how long it takes, China will never give up and will keep fighting until they win.

    Recently, US President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on Chinese goods are going up by 125%. This decision came after China decided to raise its tariffs on American products from 34% to 84% starting on April 10. This back-and-forth started when the US first raised tariffs to 104%. Trump had even warned of more increases following China’s earlier move. China’s government called the US tariffs unfair and claimed they were just a form of bullying.

  • Tea Seller Calls for Death Penalty for 2008 Mumbai Terror Accused

    Tea Seller Calls for Death Penalty for 2008 Mumbai Terror Accused

    In Mumbai, a tea seller named Mohammed Taufiq, also known as ‘Chotu Chai Wala,’ is speaking out about the cruel terrorist attacks in 2008. He helped many people escape during the attacks at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus when 166 innocent people lost their lives. Taufiq saw the horrible events unfold in front of him and helped guide people to safety, and took the injured to the hospital.

    Now, he is sharing his thoughts on the recent extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a man linked to the attacks. Taufiq believes Rana should not receive any special treatment, like fancy food or a nice cell, and he wants him to face the death penalty quickly, preferably within a few months. He supports stricter laws against terrorists in India.

    Taufiq pointed out that money can’t bring back the lives lost during the attacks, and he would celebrate if Rana gets punished with a death sentence. He also expressed gratitude to the US government for bringing Rana back to India. Rana is expected to arrive in New Delhi soon and will likely be held in a high-security jail.

    On November 26, 2008, ten terrorists from Pakistan attacked several places in Mumbai, leading to widespread chaos and grief. Taufiq’s call for justice shows how deeply the events have affected those who lived through it.

  • Peon Fired After Viral Video Shows Him Grading College Exams

    Peon Fired After Viral Video Shows Him Grading College Exams

    A peon named Pannalal Patharia at a college in Pipariya, Madhya Pradesh, was fired after a video showed him checking answer sheets for college students. The video became popular on social media and made many people angry. Patharia was let go, along with two other people, guest teacher Khushboo Pagare and colleague Rakesh Mehra. This happened after the principal, Rakesh Verma, and a political science teacher, Ram Ghulam Patel, were suspended on April 4.

    The investigation started after the video went viral on January 31. It was found that Patharia was paid ₹5,000 to grade the answer sheets because the college didn’t have enough teachers. Verma admitted that the college had a staff shortage but said it was another teacher’s fault for asking Patharia to do the grading. “How can I be held responsible for it?” he said.

  • Minecraft Movie’s Record-Breaking Success Leads Hollywood Revival

    Minecraft Movie’s Record-Breaking Success Leads Hollywood Revival

    Hollywood has started buzzing again! The lull that began in 2025 is over, and it’s all thanks to a surprising hit—the Minecraft Movie. This new film based on the very popular video game has just become the biggest box office success of the year! Despite some trouble at theaters, the movie opened at No. 1 in the US and Canada, earning a whopping $163 million in North America. That’s a lot more than what people expected—forecasts estimated around $85 to $100 million.

    The Minecraft Movie also did great internationally, bringing in another $150.7 million, totaling about $313 million for its opening weekend. In the UK alone, it made an impressive £15 million.

    Starring big names like Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Danielle Brooks, the movie has beaten other big films like Barbie and Wicked in opening weekend sales. The movie is a fun mix of live-action and adventure, showing what happens when characters get sucked into a world built from blocks, just like in the game.

    But there’s been some chaos in theaters! Many cinemas in the UK and US have asked moviegoers to stop throwing popcorn and screaming during showings. This wild behavior started because of a TikTok trend where fans go crazy when Jack Black says “chicken jockey” in the movie. “Chicken jockey” is a fun character from the game, and fans started cheering and throwing popcorn when they heard the line.

    Several UK cinemas have warned that anyone causing trouble will be removed. They want everyone to enjoy the movie without distractions. Some US theaters even had to call the police to keep things under control. So if you’re planning to see the Minecraft Movie, remember to enjoy it quietly!

    Though critics didn’t love the film, audiences are clearly having a blast.

  • Download Your MHT CET 2025 Admit Card: Easy Steps Inside

    Download Your MHT CET 2025 Admit Card: Easy Steps Inside

    The State Common Entrance Test Cell in Maharashtra has released the MHT CET Admit Card 2025 for students taking the PCM group. You can download your hall ticket starting April 10, 2025, from the official website cetcell.mahacet.org.

    The MHT CET exam for the PCM group will take place from April 19 to April 27, 2025 (but not on April 24). This test includes three Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) papers, each worth 100 marks. There is no negative marking, so you won’t lose points for incorrect answers. The Math, Physics, and Chemistry questions will be similar in difficulty to the JEE (Main) exam. For Biology, the questions will be like those in the NEET exam. Most questions will test how well you can apply what you’ve learned.

    You can take the exam in English, Marathi, or Urdu for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. However, the Math paper will only be in English. Once you choose the language for your question paper, you cannot change it.

    How to Download MHT CET Admit Card 2025:
    1. Go to the official website at cetcell.mahacet.org.
    2. On the home page, click on the link for MHT CET Admit Card 2025 for the PCM group.
    3. A new page will open where you need to enter your login details.
    4. Click “submit,” and your admit card will appear on the screen.
    5. Check the details on your admit card and download it.
    6. Print a hard copy to keep it safe.

    The MHT CET 2024 will be held online at many district centers in Maharashtra and some other states like Bihar, Delhi, Gujarat, and more, based on where candidates are located. For any more information, you can check the official MAHACET website.

  • U.S.-China Trade War: Tariffs Rise to 125% – Impact on Americans Explained

    U.S.-China Trade War: Tariffs Rise to 125% – Impact on Americans Explained

    The trade war between the U.S. and China is getting worse, and it’s starting to hurt American families. President Donald Trump recently announced that tariffs—extra taxes on imports—on Chinese goods will jump from already high rates to an astonishing 125%. This means that American businesses and shoppers will feel the pain in their pockets.

    For example, a small business owner used to pay $26,000 in tariffs on his toys imported from China. With the new rate, his bill skyrocketed to an incredible $346,000—a 1,200% increase! A Fox News anchor pointed out that while many think China pays these tariffs, the reality is that it’s Americans who end up footing the bill.

    Interestingly, Trump has also paused tariff rates for countries that aren’t retaliating against the U.S. This is a rare move away from his usual tough approach. Tariff rates for these other countries will drop back to a standard 10%. However, Trump shows no sign of backing down on China, as they just retaliated with 84% tariffs on U.S. goods.

    China has been trying to team up with other countries against the U.S. and has refused to talk further, promising to “fight to the end” in this trade battle. It looks like the tensions are only going to continue growing.