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Sports

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: The comeback of these two key figures, Temba Bavuma as the captain, and the revelation of the South African squad

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The Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19 and South Africa has now announced its team. On January 13, team head coach Rob Walter revealed the 15-member squad. Temba Bavuma will play as South Africa’s captain.

During Bavuma’s captaincy, South Africa progressed to the final of the World Test Championship 2023-25, where they are set to face Australia in June. The team’s Champions Trophy squad appears to be very strong, strengthened by the return of fast bowlers Anrich Norkia and Lungi Ngidi, who haven’t played in the ODI tournament since September 2023. Norkia also missed the ODI World Cup 2023 due to a stress fracture in his reverse. Lungi Ngidi has been absent from international cricket since October 2024 because of a back injury.

The main team that guided South Africa to the semifinals of the 2023 ODI World Cup has largely been retained. Ten members of the team share the same names as those who competed in that World Cup. Wiaan Mulder, who will be playing in a 50-over ICC event for the first time, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, and Tony De Zorzi are among the new players on the team.
“This team has a wealth of experience. Recent performances in ICC events show that we are capable of reaching the last stage of global tournaments,” Rob Walter stated when the South African team was announced. We are eager to advance in our pursuit of this title and take the next phase.

SA Team Squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Enrique Norkia, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabrez Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, and Temba Bavuma (captain).

These squads are part of South Africa’s group

In the Champions Trophy 2025, South Africa is in Group B, along with Afghanistan, England, and Australia. The opening game for South Africa is scheduled for 21 On February 25, it will play Afghanistan in Karachi. On February 25, it will have to play Australia in Rawalpindi. On March 1, the South African squad will travel to Karachi to play England in their last group match. Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England had previously announced their teams in addition to South Africa.

Technology

Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G and Oppo Reno 13 5G have arrived in India. Specifications, price, and availability

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The Reno 13 series 5G makes use of the new MediaTek Dimensity 8350 CPU. On Thursday (January 9, 2025), Oppo unveiled the Reno 13 series 5G in India, including the Oppo Reno 13 5G and Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G smartphones. 

The Chinese smartphone maker has integrated next-generation AI capabilities such as summary, rewrite, reply, and circle to search in the Reno 13 series 5G and in photography. The Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G has a 6.83-inch display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, whilst the Reno 13 5G has a 6.59-inch display with the same refresh rate. Both phones have a maximum brightness of 1,200 nits.

Oppo Reno Camera and Specifications

The front of the Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G and Oppo Reno 13 5G is equipped with a 50 MP selfie camera. Three rear cameras are included with the Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G: an 8 MP ultrawide camera, a 50 MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical and 120x digital zoom, and a 50 MP Sony IMX890 camera with OIS. The Reno 13 5G features an 8 MP ultrawide sensor in addition to a 50 MP primary lens.

The phones’ dust and water resistance classifications are IP66, IP68, and IP69. The new MediaTek Dimensity 8350 CPU, which has 512 GB of storage and up to 12 GB of RAM, powers the Reno 13 series 5G. They use ColorOS 15, which is based on Android 15.

Whereas the Reno 13 5G has a 5,600 mAh cell, the Reno 13 Pro 5G comes with a 5,800 mAh battery. An 80 W charger is included with the package for both phones. The 12 GB/256 GB model of the Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G is priced at ₹49,999.

The 12 GB/512 GB models in Mist Lavender and Graphite Grey will retail for ₹54,999. The 8 GB/128 GB model of the Oppo Reno 13 5G starts at ₹37,999, while the 8 GB/256 GB model costs ₹39,999. Beginning on January 11, both variants will be available for purchase on Flipkart and the Oppo website.

Sports

ICC Champions Trophy: These Indian cricketers might be overlooked

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As the ICC Champions Trophy approaches in just a month, there is much speculation surrounding India’s 15-player squad. According to a report by PTI, experienced players such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will continue to be key members of India’s ODI batting lineup. However, the prospects of KL Rahul, Mohammed Shami, and Ravindra Jadeja remain uncertain as they may face exclusion from the team.

The selection committee is set to convene this weekend to finalize the squad for the forthcoming tournament.

Rahul’s position in the ICC Champions Trophy is being questioned

Rahul, who served as vice-captain during the 2023 ODI World Cup and played a crucial role in the middle order, may not be selected for the upcoming tournament. His spot is under evaluation since Rishabh Pant is anticipated to return as the primary wicketkeeper for the Champions Trophy.

Rahul had filled in for Pant, who was recuperating from injuries sustained in a car accident. Rahul’s Performance and Future Outlook Rahul led India as a keeper during the 2023 South Africa tour and participated in two of the three matches against Sri Lanka in the summer of 2024.

However, his form has been inconsistent, leading to his omission from the Sri Lanka series. His sluggish fifty, which took more than 100 balls, significantly contributed to India’s defeat against Australia on November 19, 2023. Doubts persist regarding Jadeja and Shami’s inclusion Axar Patel and Washington Sundar are contenders for the spin all-rounder position, potentially replacing Jadeja, whose batting has not met expectations.

On the other hand, Shami’s fitness remains questionable despite his return to competitive cricket last October following an ankle injury. His selection will depend on the availability of Jasprit Bumrah, who is currently experiencing back spasms. Yashasvi Jaiswal is expected to make his Champions Trophy debut Yashasvi Jaiswal is anticipated to debut as a backup opener in the Champions Trophy.

Although he hasn’t participated in a List A match since November 2022, Jaiswal has demonstrated his capability with 1,511 runs in 32 innings at an impressive average of 453.96. His inclusion would ensure a left-handed option among the top four. The selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, will finalize the squad this weekend.

An overview of India’s probable squad

Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma are likely to open the innings, with Virat Kohli batting at number three. The middle order will feature the likes of Shreyas Iyer, who has been performing exceptionally well in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Pant, Hardik Pandya, and Axar Patel will provide additional strength. Sundar may also make the final cut alongside Kuldeep Yadav. In terms of pace, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, and a fit Bumrah are expected to form the mainline.

Entertainment

Toxic Teaser: Yash dazzles in the teaser for ‘Toxic’, generating excitement with his commanding style; fans remarked that destruction is inevitable

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South film star Yash has unveiled a new teaser for his upcoming movie, “Toxic,” to celebrate his birthday today. The teaser offers a first look at his character, which is quite intense.

Yash, who gained widespread recognition across India with “KGF,” is set to release a new film soon, and his fans are eagerly anticipating “Toxic.” Recently, he shared a poster related to the movie, hinting at a significant update to come.

First glimpse of ‘Toxic’ Yash is revealed

On his birthday, Yash dropped a short teaser for his upcoming project. While not revealing much about his character, he has treated his fans to an impressive preview. The teaser showcases Yash’s complete look for the first time. Previously, there were many questions surrounding his appearance due to the cryptic posters he shared.

In the teaser, Yash is seen exiting his car and entering a club, where numerous women are visible engaging with various substances. Yash joins them, displaying a wild persona to all present. The teaser suggests that the film’s narrative might be set in an older era when live performances took place.

Currently, production for the film is underway, which is why the release date hasn’t been shared yet. There is also uncertainty regarding the ensemble cast of “Toxic.” Consequently, there will be a prolonged wait to see if Yash can sustain his popularity following “KGF.”

The upcoming period promises to be exciting for superstar Yash as he has several major films lined up. Besides “Toxic,” Yash will also star in the epic drama “Ramayana,” directed by Nitesh Tiwari, known for “Dangal.” It is believed that Yash’s role will be that of Lankapati Ravana. However, he has not disclosed any details about his character in this film and is also co-producing it with Namit Malhotra.

“Ramayana” is scheduled to be released next year, in 2026, during Diwali. The film is set to be a two-part series, with the first installment releasing in 2026 and the second part following in 2027, also during Diwali. The film’s cast promises to be impressive.

Automobiles

Mahindra XEV 9e vehicle: travel from Delhi to Lucknow on a single charge.. recharged in just 20 minutes! Exciting electric SUV introduced by Mahindra

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Mahindra XEV 9e has been developed by the company on the INGLO platform. This electric SUV has been given many amazing features. Its booking will start from 14th February and delivery will be done at the beginning of March.

Mahindra launched its new electric SUV ‘XEV 9E’ late last year. At that time the company had announced the price of only its base variant which starts from Rs 21.90 lakh. Now the company has revealed the price of its top-spec variant. The price of its top variant starts from Rs 30.50 lakh (ex-showroom). However, the prices of the mid-spec variant (Pack 2) are yet to be revealed. It is important to note here that, these prices do not include the cost of the charger, which will have to be purchased separately.

Booking and delivery date

Bookings for the top variant Pack Three of Mahindra XEV 9e will start from February 14 and deliveries will be made in early March. Registration of other trims and the company has not yet shared the information about the delivery timeline. But customers can wishlist this electric SUV through the company’s official smartphone app.

In terms of size, it is bigger than Mahindra’s famous model XUV700. Its length is approximately 5 mm longer than that of the XUV700, while its wheelbase is also 5 mm longer than that of the XUV’s 2,750 mm. Due to this you also get a better cabin. It has been given a futuristic design. It features triangular headlights with projector headlamps, inverted L-shaped LED daytime running lights (DRL), an LED light bar at the front, new front and rear bumpers, a blanked-off grille, front, and rear skid plates, and a colored exterior.

Side rear view mirrors (ORVM) are provided. It also gets flush door handles, muscular shoulder lines, and specially designed aero-optimized 19-inch alloy wheels for added range. However, this SUV also gets the option of 20-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, it gets thin, connected LED tail lights just below the boot spoiler which enhances its rear profile.

Charging and driving range:

Based on the INGLO platform, this SUV has been introduced with two different battery packs including 59kWh and 79kWh. Both its variants have LFP (Lithium-Iron Phosphate) batteries. The company is giving a lifetime warranty on them. Mahindra claims that the car with a 79kWh unit gives a range of 656 km on a single charge. Whereas in the real world, this SUV is capable of traveling at least 533 km.

This implies that you can drive from Delhi to Lucknow (about 540 km away) after charging this electric SUV once. The driving style, load, and road conditions all affect the car’s driving range. According to the company, a 175kW DC fast charger can charge the battery from 20 to 80 percent in just 20 minutes.

Fabulous Inside cabin area

This 5-seater car has 3 separate screens. Each screen is 12.3 inches. They run on Mahindra’s Adrenox software. This SUV has a two-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel, on which an illuminated logo is found. Electronic parking brake, drive mode, and brake-by-wire technology have also been used well in this. 650 liters of boot space and 150 liters of frunk (small storage space found under the front bonnet) give you a complete luggage storage facility.

Technology

Apple’s thinnest phone, the iPhone 17 Air, price leak, and other information

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Air Price Leak for the iPhone 17: There have been a lot of leaked reports about Apple’s next devices. If these allegations are accurate, the iPhone 17 Air will be released this year as part of the company’s 17-series gadget lineup. This may be the brand’s thinnest phone, with a single back camera and additional features.

We are discussing the alleged thinnest phone in the company’s lineup, the iPhone 17 Air. Apple has not released any official information on the launch date of this phone.
The corporation is expected to release this phone in September 2025, replacing the iPhone Plus models, if stories are to be believed.

The South Korean publisher Sisa Journal claims that the upcoming Apple phone will be extremely thin, with a maximum thickness of 6.25 mm. The company’s most well-known phone, the iPhone 6, had a thickness of 6.9 mm. In addition, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to be 20% thinner than the current iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, meaning that the company will release the iPhone 17 Air instead of the iPhone 17 Plus.

The price of the device will be higher in other markets, such as the UK, where it will retail for 899 pounds (roughly 92 thousand rupees). Nothing is known about the cost of this phone in India.

Iphone 17 Air launch with the best processor

It has a 6.6-inch display option. Additionally, the brand will only supply one camera. The iPhone 17 Air is compatible with the brand’s proprietary modem. A19 processor smartphones featuring Dynamic Island-like features will be released. It supports Apple Intelligence and may be equipped with 8GB of RAM.

You might have to give up a lot of functions if your iPhone is tiny. These phones have tiny batteries and slow charging speeds. It has previously been reported that the business can only provide one back camera. The pricing leak makes it evident that the iPhone 17 Air will be lower than the Pro variants.

Education/Jobs

RailTel Recruitment 2024: Assistant Manager & Deputy Manager Posts

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RailTel Corporation of India Limited is a Mini-Ratna (Category-I) Public Sector Undertaking under the Government of India.

In the latest free job alert Notification, RailTel announces job vacancies for Assistant Manager & Deputy Manager posts in reference to Advt.No:RCIL/2024/P&A/44/60.

In accordance with the RailTel Assistant Manager & Deputy Manager 2024 job notification, individuals who have successfully completed their B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc/M.Sc in relevant fields are eligible to apply.

On the basis of the Online examination & Interview, an applicant for the desired post will be finalized on merit.

The selected candidate will be recruited with a salary pay Rs.30,000 to Rs.1,40,000 per month.

An interested and qualified has to apply through online mode by 27-01-2025.

Eligibility Criteria RailTel Assistant Manager & Deputy Manager Posts:

Number of Vacancies: 12

Name of the Posts:

Assistant Manager- 9

Deputy Manager- 3

Age Limit:

Assistant Manager- Between 21 to 28 years.

Deputy Manager- Between 21 to 30 years.

Age relaxation is applicable as per Govt rules.

Application Fee:

For SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Rs.600/-

For all other candidates: Rs.1200/-

Educational Qualification:

Candidates who have completed B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc/M.Sc in the relevant subjects can apply.

Selection Process:

Based on the Online examination & Interview.

Steps to Apply:

Read the job details at Adv Link

Apply online at RailTel

Fill out the application form in the prescribed format, and attach the necessary documents.

Take the printout of the Application/E-receipt after submission, for future use.

Important Dates:

Starting date of online application submission: 28-12-2024

Last date of online application submission: 27-01-2025.

Important Links:

Apply Online

Sports

South Africa set for mammoth lead as Pakistan lose key wickets

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South Africa continued to boss proceedings in the second Test in Cape Town as they picked up three wickets in the second hour of the morning session on Day 3 to inflict further damage on the tourists. Pakistan are 155 for 6 and currently trails by 460 runs but they have only three wickets in hand as Saim Ayub has been ruled out of the Test match after he twisted his ankle on Day 1.

On a placid pitch with nothing much for the bowlers and the batters being rewarded for their shots, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan carried on from their unbeaten 44-run stand overnight. They survived testing spells from either end against Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen initially, and the latter even smashed Rizwan on the helmet grill.

Not one to back away from a contest, Rizwan took on Jansen against the bumpers thereafter and was rewarded with a four and a six. It was then Babar’s turn to play his shots as he scored back-to-back boundaries off Rabada to bring up his second consecutive Test fifty. The sudden flow of runs forced the hosts to make a double bowling change as Wiaan Mulder and Kwena Maphaka came into the attack but the tourists saw through their bursts until drinks.

However, five balls after the break, Babar was strangled down the legside by Maphaka – the bowler’s first-ever Test wicket – and he took off in celebration across the outfield in Newlands. It broke a vital 98-run stand for the hosts. Things from thereon got worse for Pakistan as Rizwan played an innocuous shot, only to find his stumps undone off Mulder. Salman Ali Agha found the ropes thrice in his brief 22-ball stay where he scored 19 but was outfoxed by Keshav Maharaj, one over before the Lunch break. The spinner drew Agha which caused him to overbalance off a ball that turned away sharply past the edge. Kyle Verreynne did the rest behind the stumps as Agha’s foot was in the air when the bails were dislodged.

It is safe to say that Pakistan threw away what was a good start to the morning session after they went wicketless in the first hour and still have a massive mountain to climb to save this Test.

Brief Scores of South Africa and Pakistan

South Africa: 615 (Ryan Rickelton 259, Temba Bavuma 106, Kyle Verreynne 100; Mohammad Abbas 3-94, Salman Ali Agha 3-148) lead 

Pakistan: 155/6 (Babar Azam 58, Mohammad Rizwan 46; Kagiso Rabada 2-28, Keshav Maharaj 1-2) by 460 runs.

Business

‘No-entry’ of unmarried couple in OYO hotels… Company changed the rules in the new year, start from this UP city

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Hotels booking platform Oyo has made a big change in its rules and under this, it has decided to ban the entry of unmarried couples in the hotels associated with the platform.

New OYO rule imposed from Merrut city

It is being started from Meerut. PTI’s report published on Business Today states that OYO has made a big announcement and has now decided to ban the entry of unmarried couples in its associated hotels. Meaning, that if a couple wants to book a room at Oyo Hotel, they will have to present proof of their marriage. A new rule to ban check-in of unmarried couples brought by travel and hospitality platform Oyo will be implemented this year and this is starting from Meerut and Oyo-connected hotels in the city have been instructed to implement these rules immediately.

OYO’s updated guidelines clearly state that all couples, including those booking online, will now have to produce valid proof of their relationship at the time of check-in. Along with this, it has also been said in the report quoting sources that after the company implemented this rule in Meerut, its feedback and depending on the effectiveness, it can be expanded to other cities also.

According to reports, the company was contacted by some local people and civil society groups, especially in Meerut and some other cities, and an appeal was made on their behalf not to give hotel rooms to unmarried couples. Regarding this, the company has made a big change in its guidelines. This step of the company can also be helpful in encouraging customers for longer stays and re-booking and increasing their confidence.

Entertainment

Sky Force Trailer: Akshay Kumar will take revenge from Pakistan, Veer Pahadia painted in the colors of patriotism

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It is clear from the name Sky Force that this is a patriotic film. Akshay Kumar is the brave army officer, Tiger, while Shikhar Pahadia is in the role of Tabby. Sara Ali Khan is playing the role of Shikhar’s wife.

The year 2025 is going to start with patriotism and emotions related to the army. Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force trailer has been released, Which is going to give goosebumps to the fans. Sara Ali Khan and Veer Pahadia also star with Akshay in the film. Veer is ready to debut in Bollywood with this film.

Confluence of aerial shots and emotions Sky force trailer

It is clear from the name Sky Force that this is a patriotic film. Akshay Kumar is the brave army officer, Tiger, while Veer Pahadia is in the role of Tabi.
Sara Ali Khan is playing the role of Veer’s wife. The whole story is almost clear from the trailer that it is about taking revenge from Pakistan, This is the story of a promising officer being lost and his family struggling with that pain. But will that officer be found later or not?

There are a lot of aerial shots in the trailer, which will look familiar to you. While the wife’s pain with a small child in her lap, his brother’s struggle to find the officer back and the government’s neglect also do not give you a new feeling. But patriotism is such a passion Whenever it comes on screen, it leaves some impression on the hearts of the audience. At the same time, the fandom of Akshay Kumar is such that expectations from him are never broken.

In such a situation, it will be interesting to see how strongly Akshay bears the burden of the success of this film on his shoulders. Abhishek and Anil Kapoor to launch ‘Sky Force’ and Sandeep Kewalani has directed under the banner of Maddock Films. This film is produced by Dinesh Vijan, Amar Kaushik, and Jyoti Deshpande under Jio Studios. The film will be released on 24 January. Nimrat Kaur will also be in the film.