NATIONAL ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS IN COLOMBO
Co-hosts from the Caribbean aiming to defy history and win a third Twenty20 World Cup title
Daren Sammy, the former West Indies captain who led the team to two T20 World Cup titles, is now aiming to break a historical trend as the head coach by winning the 2024 T20 World Cup, hosted in the United States and the Caribbean. No host has ever won the tournament on home soil in its first eight editions. The West Indies' previous triumphs include the 2012 victory over Sri Lanka and the dramatic 2016 win against England. Sammy, optimistic about his squad's preparation and potential, believes they can "knock it out of this world."
Travel planning 101: 52 places you must visit in 2024
Planning your next holiday? Consider adding these destinations to your itinerary for the perfect vacation.
ICC Cricket World Cup tournaments: A look at previous 12 editions
ICC Cricket World Cup: Takes a look back at the previous 12 editions of the tournament with highlights of some of the most memorable moments, including England's victory over New Zealand in the 2019 final and Australia's three consecutive titles in 2007, 2003, and 1999. Here is a brief summary of each final and key players and events that shaped the tournaments.
World Lion Day 2023: PM Modi commends conservation endeavors; Here's what you should know about the day
World Lion Day is celebrated annually on August 10 to raise awareness of the sharp decline in lion populations due to threats ranging from habitat loss to illegal hunting. The day was established in 2013 by environmentalists Dereck and Beverly Joubert, founders of the Big Cat Initiative. Every year, a specific theme is chosen to deepen public awareness and encourage a broader understanding of the problems facing lions and their critical role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem. In commemoration of World Lion Day, different activities are organized to spread awareness of the role of lions in the food chain and their contribution to ecosystem balance.
Between development and deep blue sea: What does Great Nicobar plan mean for the island and India?
Even as concerns related to ecology, biodiversity and lives of indigenous communities remain, there is no denying the importance of the project due to its strategic location.
Berlin zoo closed due to bird flu outbreak
A positive avian flu test result was in one of the zoo's aquatic birds. Therefore, the Berlin Zoo announced on Friday that it would be closing its doors until the situation had been resolved.
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Maharashtra to get Asiatic lions in exchange for tigers from Gujarat
Forest Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar on Tuesday said that Maharashtra is set to exchange a pair of tigers from Mumbai with a pair of Asiatic lions from Gujarat's Junagadh. The decision was taken during Mungantiwar's visit to the neighbouring state and discussions with his Gujarat counterpart Jagdish Vishwakarma on Monday.
How well do you know India? This Independence Day weekend, here are 10 museums to test your GK
This I-Day weekend, engage in some time travel and visit these museums to unravel more about our history.
Picnics, pool and piano: Protesters turn Sri Lanka's colonial-era presidential palace into a tourist spot
Thousands of men, women and children were pouring into the imposing state mansion queuing to sit on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's chair on the upper floor while children and parents banged on a grand piano downstairs.
Protesters break into home of Sri Lankan prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, set it on fire
Many protesters accuse Wickremesinghe of trying to save Rajapaksa when he came under pressure to resign and every other member of his powerful political dynasty quit the Cabinet. Later Saturday evening, protesters moved near Wickremesinghe's home in a bid to force him to quit immediately.
Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flees as protesters storm home, office
Sri Lanka has suffered through months of food and fuel shortages, lengthy blackouts and galloping inflation after running out of foreign currency to import vital goods.
Tarantulas from Poland, Tamarins from Thailand seized in Chennai
The end price of exotic creatures is very high. But enforcement agencies, in recent years, have stopped assigning any monetary value to wildlife contraband as GoI’s WCCB discourages the practice.
'Rewilding' centre aimed at reducing man-animal conflict to come up in UP's Pilibhit
"Wild animals normally maintain critical distance with humans and their habitation. Because of the landscape of the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR), they are losing this critical distance with repeated chance encounters. So, we are trying to get these animals to maintain that distance," PTR Deputy Director Naveen Khandelwal said.
Museums, planetarium, zoos, national parks closed in Bengal
"As decided by the state government, all forest department run zoos in state, national parks and sanctuaries remain closed for public from May 1 till further notice. We had recorded over 1,000 visitors on an average in February which gradually went down to 400 in April with report of spread in infection," Director Asis Samanta said.
20 years of Eden classic: When VVS Laxman took India over the line
Laxman, having batted for over a day, hitting over 30 boundaries and cruising towards his double-century, walked back as Eden Gardens (and every Australian, led by Warne) applauded.
Tarun Gogoi: Congress stalwart who led Assam from the front
On assuming the reins of Assam for the first time in 2001, the Congress leader had said he was confident of holding office for five years but never imagined his popularity will ensure he occpied the position for three successive terms.
From potatoes and plums to cauliflowers and carrots, how AHSI has influenced what we grow & eat
Agri-Horticultural Society of India celebrates its bicentenary this year.
Ask the travel expert: Hassle-free ways to travel between Nice and Venice;planning solo trips abroad on a budget
Travelling on a shoe-string budget is all about smart planning and spotting a good deal.
Layers of Lalbagh: From rocks dating back to 3,000 mn years and a watchtower built by Bengaluru’s ‘founder’ Kempe Gowda
The Independence Day flower show that opens in Lalbagh today is just one of the several layers of history that this botanical reserve represents.
Not just visiting the Louvre! Here are some fun things to do on your trip to Paris
This time of the year, France is unusually beautiful with exquisite sun-kissed beaches, green mountains and clear skies.
Wagh Bakri to purchase ten tea gardens in Assam
Into tea blending and packaging, it dominates the Gujarat packet tea market with a share of 65 per cent and also operates in other markets.
What are you doing this I-Day weekend? Quick getaways from Bangalore, Delhi and Mumbai
ET-Travel suggests you enjoy an extended weekend in August. Here’s where you can head to...
Green anaconda hatchling born in Mysore Zoo
A green anaconda housed at the Mysore Zoo has hatched an egg graduating the Mysore facility as India's first zoo to have successfully bred the world's biggest snake.
Have three-four days to spare? Plan a trip to Monaco!
This tiny country is all about glamour, gourmet cuisine and designer shopping. Here’s what you need to know to plan a vacation.
Young conservators tap kids' power
Meet Chandrakanth Radican, a young conservator from Jejuri in Pune district, who spreads awareness among school children about community conservation of birds in both urban and rural areas.
Enjoy Sri Lanka this monsoon
With eight UNESCO World Heritage sites to boast of, Sri Lankans proudly display the achievement of ancient Sri Lanka to every tourist.
Green anaconda dies at Mysore Zoo
The Mysore Zoo suffered a casualty on Sunday when one of its main attractions - a green anaconda - died, leaving the conservation centre with three species of the reptile.
Low prey density plagues Sunderbans: Study
WII's scientist Y V Jhala said that a total of 187 kilometres of boat transects were carried out between February and May to get an idea about the prey density based on the visual detection of animals.
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