USA Cricketer Akhilesh Reddy Banned 8 Years by ICC for Match-Fixing

Explosion at Turkish steel factory kills 17 workers, injures 12

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No Bible camp this Diwali: Why small churches in Maharashtra are holding back

COP31 Climate Conference Opens Under Mounting Climate and Finance Pressures

The COP31 climate conference has begun against a backdrop of severe climate impacts over the past year. Europe endured punishing heatwaves, Indonesia faced major wildfires, and Nepal suffered catastrophic floods. An unusually strong El Nino weather pattern has been adding to the climate disruption. Delegates are gathering amid persistent pressures related to climate action and financing.

Pune couple's doorstep book venture sells 1 lakh books, earns Rs 1.5 crore

Pustakwale, a Pune-based venture, started in 2020 by holding book exhibitions in housing societies. It gained traction by selling books directly to families and schools. The business has since grown to reach more than 1,000 communities as well as many schools and corporate clients. Its founders hope to encourage reading through these initiatives and partnerships. They plan to expand the model nationwide while keeping community engagement at its core.