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Harmanpreet Kaur’s 91 powers India to 3-0 T20I series sweep against Zimbabwe

India's women's cricket team displayed sheer dominance against Zimbabwe, clinching the third T20I by a commanding 92 runs. With Shafali Verma and Harmanpreet Kaur leading the charge, scoring 69 and 91 respectively, Zimbabwe struggled in the chase, ending at 124/7 after facing early setbacks. Nandani Sharma's stellar three-wicket performance solidified the win, marking an impressive 11-match T20I winning streak.

California's 750-acre Irvine Lake to be drained for five years of dam repairs

Water levels at Irvine Lake are set to drop substantially this month as essential dam repair work gets underway. The planned drawdown will allow construction crews to carry out work needed to strengthen the dam's structure in line with regulatory requirements. Water managers are keeping a close watch on possible winter weather impacts to protect local communities. Environmental specialists are also being consulted on how to safely move fish out of the lake and how to respond to anglers' concerns.

Delhi Dussehra event burns 30-foot cockroach effigy, drawing political reactions

During Dussehra celebrations in Delhi, a 30-foot cockroach effigy was set on fire alongside the usual Ravan effigies. Organizers said the figure represented filth and was meant to promote cleanliness as part of health awareness efforts. Members of the Cockroach Janta Party responded sharply, arguing the move gave them free publicity. Delhi minister Kapil Mishra said cockroaches stand for chaos and filth, which he described as reflecting public sentiment.

‘Shouldn’t have come if unwell’: Uttarakhand Minister hits back as Daler Mehndi row escalates