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  Ather 450S new variant launched with bigger battery, will give 161km range in a single charge Electric vehicle manufacturer Ather launched the Rizta S 3.7kWh in early July 2025. This new variant is an important addition to Ather's electric scooter lineup. There has been no change in its design and features. Let's know about it in detail. It has been introduced with an increased battery pack and improved range. It carries a bigger 3.7kWh battery pack. Previously, this battery was used to be seen only in the 450X. With this enhancement, the IDC-certified range has grown from 115 km of the 450S 2.9 to 161 km. This is a huge relief for customers who have been searching for an electric scooter with an extended range. There has been no alteration in the Ather 450S's performance. It retains its 5.4kW electric motor that produces 22Nm of torque. This electric scooter goes from 0 to 40 kmph in 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 90 kmph. It features four ride modes: Smart Eco, Eco,...

  Bengaluru Stampede: Inquiry Commission finds Chinnaswamy Stadium unsafe for big events The Karnataka government-appointed Justice John Michael D'Cunha Commission has ruled the Chinnaswamy Stadium as 'unsuitable and unsafe' for public usage. This has also put a cloud of uncertainty around certain high-profile matches like the Women's World Cup matches that will be played later this year. The inaugural and concluding matches of the ICC Women's World Cup are to be hosted at the Chinnaswamy Stadium later this year. This statement and its acceptance by the state government can have a significant bearing on those matches. The single-member commission was established by the state government following 11 deaths and several injuries in a stampede when crowds of people had gathered near the stadium to welcome RCB's first IPL championship. The commission said, "The design and structure of the stadium is unsuitable and unsafe for a large number of spectators. The com...

   New Delhi [India], April 21:   Furniture profile lights offer seamless illumination for showcases, bookshelves, wardrobes, bar units, study units, etc. by blending into the design and providing focused, glare-free lighting. Recessed mounted within the panels, these profiles do not obstruct the functionality and enhance the aesthetics of these spaces. Hafele’s new Slim Aluminium Profiles for furniture lighting have been crafted to meet diverse lighting needs while maintaining a minimalist and elegant appeal. With a compact design, these profiles ensure seamless integration, even into smaller furniture spaces like showcases and are available in two designs – symmetric and asymmetric. Hafele’s Slim Aluminium Profiles cater to various lighting requirements – Symmetric profiles provide uniform illumination, making them ideal for task lighting in study units and bookshelves or as decorative lighting on cabinet panels, while the asymmetric profiles direct light at a specific ...

  Namibia was awarded the hosting of the ODI World Cup for the first time; ICC gave associate teams membership to 2 new countries The ICC awarded the England and Wales Cricket Board hosting rights for the WTC Final of the 2027, 2029, and 2031 editions following its successful experience in the staging of the World Test Championship Final. Besides this, Namibia was awarded the hosting of the ODI World Cup for the first time, which will be co-hosted with South Africa and Zimbabwe. The International Cricket Council has initiated a significant programme to help Afghan-origin displaced women cricketers, for which these players are being offered cricketing and personal development assistance. The programme is being executed under the umbrella of ICC Vice President Imran Khwaja, along with the Board of Control for Cricket in India, England & Wales Cricket Board, and Cricket Australia. The programme aims to provide high-performance, domestic playing opportunities and support through pa...

  AU Jaipur Marathon 2026 Poster Unveiled at the Iconic House of Commons, London Bharat Gaurav Awards platform gives India’s largest marathon a global stage Jaipur:  In a landmark moment for Indian sports and cultural diplomacy, the grand poster of the 17th edition of AU Jaipur Marathon 2026 was unveiled at the historic House of Commons in London during the prestigious Bharat Gaurav Awards, hosted by Sanskriti Yuva Sanstha. Widely hailed by international dignitaries and Indian diaspora leaders, this global launch elevated the marathon’s reputation as more than a race — a celebration of unity, wellness, and cultural pride. Organized by World Trade Park and Sanskriti Yuva Sanstha, in association with AU Small Finance Bank, the AU Jaipur Marathon has grown to become India’s largest and one of Asia’s most prominent running festivals, completing 16 successful editions to date. The poster was jointly unveiled by London MP Mr. Navendu Mishra, former MP-UK Mr. Virendra Sharma, Member ...

  Meet the Man Behind ‘Hum Dharti Putra Bihari Hai’: Shambhu Shikhar Opens The Mish Mash Podcast with Laughter, Legacy & Heart   India’s pop culture just got a bold new upgrade — say hello to  The Mish Mash Podcast . It’s real, raw, and refreshingly unpredictable. Hosted by the effortlessly charming  Manish Mishra , this no-rules, no-holds-barred show is designed for deep dives with India’s most colorful creators, artists, and outliers. And what a debut it is — featuring none other than the powerhouse of poetry and satire,  Shambhu Shikhar . If you’ve heard the iconic lines  “Hum Dharti Putra Bihari Hai” , you’ve felt the fire this man brings to the stage. But who is the man behind the viral verses? In this inaugural episode, Shambhu peels back the layers and gives us a rare glimpse into the journey that turned a small-town boy from Bihar into one of the most recognizable faces in the Kavi Sammelan circuit — and beyond. It’s a story of grit, grace, and ...