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NEW ZEALAND-WELLINGTON-CHINA-ALUMNI RECEPTION-EDUCATIONAL TIES

(250627) -- NEW ZEALAND, June 27, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 26, 2025 shows the scene of the Reception for New Zealanders with Academic or Study-related Experience in China, in Wellington, New Zealand. Dozens of New Zealanders with academic or study-related experience in China gathered in central Wellington on Thursday to celebrate the deepening educational and cultural relationship between the two count

Pant could join Bradman, Dravid, Lara in elite list with another ton at Edgbaston

Edgbaston [UK], June 27 (ANI): Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant could join a list of legends like Don Bradman, Rahul Dravid and Brian Lara with another century at Edgbaston during the second Test against England.

Pant continued his red-hot Test form, slamming entertaining, counter-attacking and stroke-filled 134 and 118 during the first Leeds Test, which went in vain as India failed to defend the target o

Good start for Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor in Germany

Winsen [Germany], June 27 (ANI): Diksha Dagar was 2-under with three holes still to play in the first round of the Amundi German Masters at the Par-73 Green Eagle Golf Courses. She was T-13 but the round was still in progress. She was the top Indian as nine Indians are playing the event this week. Diksha was lying on T-13.

Vani Kapoor opened with a steady 1-under 72 in the first round and was lying T-20.

Di

Ooty: Madras Regimental Centre pays tribute to Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw on his death anniversary

Ooty (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 27 (ANI): On the death anniversary of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, the Madras Regimental Centre, Wellington in Ooty, observed a wreath-laying ceremony at his final resting place.

Senior officers, including the Commandant of the Defence Services Staff College, Station Commander and members of the Parsi Community, laid wreaths at the Manekshaw Memorial. A Guard of Honour was present

New Zealand recall senior stars for T20I tri-series against South Africa, Zimbabwe

Wellington [New Zealand], June 27 (ANI): Several key players made their comeback as New Zealand announced a 15-member squad for next month's T20I tri-series featuring South Africa and hosts Zimbabwe, as per the official website of the ICC.

The Black Caps welcomed back the likes of Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, and skipper Mitchell Santner for the tri-series at Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe, after the trio sat

India's frontline cleanliness warriors to take centre-stage during Fit India Sundays on Cycle

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): India's frontline cleanliness warriors will take centre stage in the upcoming edition of the nationwide Fit India Sundays on Cycle campaign, scheduled for June 29.

Over 15000 participations from more than 500 locations in the country is expected this Sunday, with the movement being consistently organised in deep pockets like Chitradurga (Karnataka), Solal gaon (Assam), Janjgir C

International Day against Drug Abuse: Amit Shah vows ruthless war on narco cartels

New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): On the occasion of International Day Against Drug Abuse on Thursday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended greetings to all those fighting against substance abuse and reaffirmed the government's commitment to a drug-free India.

In a post on X, Shah said, 'On International Day Against Drug Abuse, warm wishes to all our warriors and allies in our battle for a drug-free Bharat.'

Foxtron Model B EV receives certification, set for commercial launch in Q4

Taipei [Taiwan] June 26 (ANI): A joint venture between Hon Hai Precision Industry also known globally as Foxconn and Yulon Motor Co., called Foxtron Vehicle Technologies, announced that the company's model B passenger electric vehicle has received government certification for sale and is scheduled to hit markets in the fourth quarter of this year, as reported by Focus Taiwan. Foxtron spokesman Wang Li-wei, while speaki

Magpies may not be a pesky Australian import - new research finds their ancestors thrived in NZ a long time ago

For many New Zealanders, the Australian magpie is a familiar, if sometimes vexing, sight. Introduced from Australia in the 1860s, magpies are known for their territorial dive-bombing during nesting season, which has cemented their reputation as an unwelcome import.

But our new research reveals a

Magpies may not be a pesky Australian import - new research finds their ancestors thrived in NZ a long time ago

For many New Zealanders, the Australian magpie is a familiar, if sometimes vexing, sight. Introduced from Australia in the 1860s, magpies are known for their territorial dive-bombing during nesting season, which has cemented their reputation as an unwelcome import.

But our new research reveals a

Zimbabwe set to make historic debut in ICC Women's Championship during New Zealand tour

Harare [Zimbabwe], June 25 (ANI): Zimbabwe women's team will make their historic debut in the ICC Women's Championship and embark on their quest to qualify for the Women's ODI World Cup when they tour New Zealand for a white-ball series in February-March 2026.

The landmark tour will see the Zimbabwe women's team square off against the White Ferns in three ODIs, scheduled for March 5, 8, and 11 next year at the Un

Emergency a warning against future dictatorship: Amit Shah

New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday addressed a gathering at the first-ever event organised to commemorate 25th June as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas' (Constitution Killing Day), pointing out that the Emergency was imposed on the day.

Terming the imposition of Emergency in India for 21 months from 1975 to 1977, the Home Minister said, 'Bad incidents usually should be forgotten in

Wings Publication International Hosts the Prestigious International Author Excellence Awards 2025 in Dubai

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Dubai [UAE], June 25: A remarkable celebration of global literary talent unfolded as Wings Publication International proudly hosted the International Author Excellence Awards 2025, honoring exceptional authors from across the globe for their outstanding contributions to literature.

Held in the vibrant city of Dubai on 22nd June 2025, the ceremony brought together a diverse assembly of literary voices--

International Author Excellence Awards 2025 Celebrates Global Literary Talent in Grand Ceremony by Wings Publication International

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Dubai [UAE], June 25: In a grand celebration of creativity, literary brilliance, and storytelling excellence, Wings Publication International proudly hosted the International Author Excellence Awards 2025, recognizing outstanding authors from across the globe for their exceptional contributions to literature.

The prestigious award function, held on June 22, 2025, in Dubai, UAE, brought together a diver

New Zealand announce schedule for their upcoming home fixtures

New Delhi [India] June 25 (ANI): New Zealand have announced their schedule for the upcoming home summer, with a whopping five teams visiting for 46 days of international cricket, according to the ICC website.

The three-match ICC World Test Championship series against the West Indies in December highlights the schedule release, but the Black Caps will also host trans-Tasman rivals Australia and England in white-b