Tuesday, 25 August 2020
'Like Sachin': McGrath lauds James Anderson
England seamer James Anderson has raised the bar for fast bowlers around the world, much like India great Sachin Tendulkar did for batsmen, former Australia paceman Glenn McGrath said. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
MS Dhoni could absorb so much pressure: Bravo
Dwayne Bravo has often been MS Dhoni's go-to man in the IPL. The West Indies all-rounder, who is currently playing for Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League, has won CSK many matches. Bravo said Dhoni's ability to stay calm in moments of crisis is his one of the best attributes. "Dhoni always gives players belief and confidence" which makes him a great captain. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Govt hints at fresh stimulus once Covid cases dip
The government on Tuesday hinted at a fresh set of measures — including a review of GST on two-wheelers — and possibly a second stimulus, once Covid-19 subsides, amid projections of an extended economic downturn in the wake of the pandemic. At a meeting with industry captains, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman acknowledged the need to review the levy on two-wheelers. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Unhappy Saina Nehwal yet to join national camp
London Olympics bronze medallist, Saina Nehwal, is unhappy with the Sports Authority of India and Badminton Association of India's decision to exclude her husband, men's singles specialist Parupalli Kashyap's name from the list of Tokyo Olympic probables, it has been learnt. The probables have resumed training at the Pullela Gopichand national academy in Hyderabad. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Cash in circulation up 10% since lockdown
Since March 20, currency in circulation has risen to 26.9 lakh crore—a hike of 10% since the lockdown began. At the same time, the number of Rs 2000 notes in circulation has dipped sharply in two years. The preference for cash has seen year-on-year growth in currency held with the public (CwP) accelerating from 11.3% as on February 28, 2020 to 14.5% at end-March and to 21.3% by June. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
Non-dairy products not to be called 'milk': Proposal
Plant-based milk such as soy milk, almond milk, coconut milk and others may be favourite alternatives for those who are lactose intolerant or for those who don't prefer dairy products for varied reasons, but such products may no longer be available to users with the generic term 'milk'. FSSAI has proposed that an imitation product offered as an alternative to milk should not use the term if derived using non-dairy sources. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE
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