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Shami's return to competitive cricket delayed; not to play for Bengal against Karnataka, M.P.

Other than Shami, Bengal will also miss the services of prolific opener Abhimanyu Easwaran, wicketkeeper batter Abhishek Porel and pacer Mukesh Kumar, who are with India A squad in Australia.




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Focus on Delhi’s batting unit in clash against Chandigarh

A collective show of strength from the top six hasn’t yet been on view; Rawat and Badoni’s return bolsters the team’s batting options




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Ranji Trophy | Powerful Tamil Nadu holds all the aces against Assam

Sai Kishore’s return boosts the visiting team; Ghadigaonkar & Co. will have to rack up big scores to provide meaningful competition




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Ranji Trophy | Kerala has its task cut out against a balanced UP side

Rain is expected to play spoilsport once again; the host will be hoping its seniors deliver the goods against a formidable opponent




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Denish leads Assam’s fightback against Tamil Nadu

The skipper compiles a patient unbeaten 54 and forges an unbroken 71-run stand with southpaw Sibsankar Roy, denying the opposition bowlers a breakthrough till close of play




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Ageing Kohli, Rohit must rekindle youthful mindset to rediscover lost glory: Greg Chappell

According to Chappell, the ageing Sharma and Kohli must summon the same drive and focus that once marked their prime years if India hopes to reclaim its form on foreign soil




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Ranji Trophy | Pacers put Bengal in driver’s seat against Karnataka

Porel’s four-for and Sindhu’s three-wicket haul help the visitor bundle out the host for 221 before reaching 127 for three in its second essay at the end of day three




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Ranji Trophy | Birla’s six-for puts Chandigarh in driving seat against Delhi

The host ends day three at 46 for no loss after dismissing the visitor for 250 in its second innings and needs 157 more runs to clinch an outright victory




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India vs South Africa 1st T20: Scintillating Samson headlines India’s comfortable 61-run win against Proteas

Often panned for not realising the minefield of talent that he is, Samson became the first Indian batter to hit back-to-back centuries in T20 Internationals as his 50-ball-107 with as many as 10 monstrous sixes took India to 202 for 8 in 20 overs.




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BCCI top brass meets Rohit and Agarkar

According to a source, the meeting was not a knee-jerk reaction to India’s series whitewash (0-3) at home by New Zealand




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Ranji Trophy | Mulani puts Mumbai within striking distance of a big win against Odisha

The left-arm spinner’s six-wicket haul helps the defending champion secure a 317-run lead; Odisha in trouble at 126 for five after following on




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Ranji Trophy | Rain interrupts Kerala’s push for outright win against Uttar Pradesh

After conceding a 233-run lead, the visitors slip to 66 for two when a downpour ends the day’s play in the post-lunch session; Nizar misses century




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Udayavar’s management principles

It was Sri Ramanuja who laid out plans for carrying out temple rituals at Srirangam, Tirumala and Melkote



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JPL Gwynn: Smitten by the land and language

Remembering the British ICS officer whose love for Telugu language is well known.



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The magic of Lalgudi



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The stage, his muse

Writer, director and composer Gopal Sharman leaves behind a legacy of creative work.




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Footprints of Neolithic age

Grooves dated 3000 BCE found near Pathari.




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When shayars shared a stage

It was both sublime and funny verses at The All India Mushaira that captivated the audience.



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Heritage at your doorstep

The Museum on Wheels, a successful CSMVS initiative, has been bringing history to a wider circle of children and young adults




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How Madhusudanan Kalaichelvan’s passion for heritage is opening new doors to the past

Apart from researching into temple history, Madhusudhanan Kalaichelvan has been creating awareness about heritage and architecture through specially-curated trips



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Improved energy storage performance and thermal stability of hafnium-substituted strontium sodium niobate tungsten bronze ceramics

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35064-35073
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06275B, Paper
Open Access
Wenbin Feng, Lele Ding, Jiajia Zhang, Chunyi Zhu, Shenzhenyi Song
A lead-free Sr4−xLaxNa2HfxNb10−xO30 ceramic was synthesized and characterized, and high energy storage density, energy storage efficiency and good thermal stability were simultaneously achieved.
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Morphological analysis of Pd/C nanoparticles using SEM imaging and advanced deep learning

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35172-35183
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06113F, Paper
Open Access
Nguyen Duc Thuan, Hoang Manh Cuong, Nguyen Hoang Nam, Nguyen Thi Lan Huong, Hoang Si Hong
In this study, we present a comprehensive approach for the morphological analysis of palladium on carbon (Pd/C) nanoparticles utilizing scanning electron microscopy (SEM) imaging and advanced deep learning techniques.
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Design, synthesis, biological evaluation, and in silico studies of novel N-substituted-2-(3,4,5-trimethoxyphenyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-6-carboxamides as promising anticancer agents

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35323-35335
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04492D, Paper
Open Access
Navid Dastyafteh, Manica Negahdaripour, Mohammad Hosein Sayahi, Mina Emami, Younes Ghasemi, Elham Safaei, Homa Azizian, Zahra Pakrouh Jahromi, Mehdi Asadi, Mohammad Reza Mohajeri-Tehrani, Fateme Zare, Minoo Shahidi, Zahra Pooraskari, Sayed Mahmoud Sajjadi-Jazi, Bagher Larijani, Mohammad Mahdavi, Sara Ranjbar
Synthesis and cytotoxicity evaluation of novel benzimidazoles were explained. The most potent derivative was subjected to cell cycle, apoptosis, and in silico investigations. Compound 5o proved to be a promising anticancer agent.
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Ab initio study of electronic, elastic, thermodynamic, photocatalytic properties of double antiperovskite, Cs6AgBiX2 (X = Cl, Br, I)

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35348-35359
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05661B, Paper
Open Access
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Laraib Sajid, M. Usman Saeed, S. H. Mashadi, S. Sheryar Abid, Shamiala Pervaiz, Zeeshan Ali, Yousef Mohammed Alanazi, Aziz-Ur-Rahim Bacha, Y. Saeed
We use DFT to study the structural, electronic, optical, photocatalytic, mechanical, vibrational, and thermodynamical behaviors of new double antiperovskite Cs6AgBiX2 (X = Cl, Br, I).
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Surface science studies of the coverage dependent adsorption of methyl acetate and methyl propanoate on graphite

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35373-35385
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04466E, Paper
Open Access
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Jack E. Fulker, Wendy A. Brown
The adsorption of methyl acetate and methyl propanoate has been studied on a graphite surface at 28 K. TPD data show that the desorption energy of both molecules is highly coverage dependent with repulsive interactions being seen at low coverages.
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N-doped carbon quantum dots for the selective detection of OCl− ions, bioimaging, and the production of Fe3O4 nanoparticles utilized in the synthesis of substituted imidazole

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35448-35459
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06474G, Paper
Open Access
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Namrata Priyadarshini Hota, Sathiyanarayanan Kulathu Iyer
Nitrogen-doped quantum dots (NCQD) were synthesized by solvothermal means using o-phenylenediamine and L-tartaric acid.
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Ag@Mg12@Ag20: a three-layer matryoshka structure with S6 symmetry

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35553-35558
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07046A, Paper
Open Access
Peng-Bo Liu, Jing-Jing Guo, Yi-Sha Chen, Hui-Yan Zhao, Jing Wang, Ying Liu
A novel three-layer matryoshka structure with S6 symmetry is proposed, amid the evolving landscape of carbon-based derivatives and high-symmetry architectures.
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Advances in quinoxaline derivatives: synthetic routes and antiviral efficacy against respiratory pathogens

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35400-35423
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04292A, Review Article
Open Access
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Fateme Dehnavi, Malihe Akhavan, Ahmadreza Bekhradnia
3D lung visualization showing COVID-19 infection areas alongside respiratory pathogens. The antiviral drug structure and comparison of healthy vs. infected lungs demonstrate how the drug could restore lung health.
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Design, synthesis, and in vitro and in vivo biological evaluation of triazolopyrimidine hybrids as multitarget directed anticancer agents

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35239-35254
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06704E, Paper
Open Access
Heba A. Adawy, Samar S. Tawfik, Abdullah A. Elgazar, Khalid B. Selim, Fatma E. Goda
In response to the urgent need for new anti-proliferative agents, four novel series of triazolopyrimidine compounds (7a–e, 9a–d, 11a–f, and 13a–e) were synthesized and evaluated for in vitro and in vivo anticancer efficacy.
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Synthesis and antiproliferative activity of 2-oxo-3-phenylquinoxaline derivatives and related compounds against colon cancer

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35679-35695
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06822J, Paper
Open Access
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M. S. Gomaa, Abdulghany H. A. Ahmed, S. M. El Rayes, Ibrahim A. I. Ali, Walid Fathalla, Mansour S. Alturki, Abdulaziz Hassan Al Khzem, Atiah H. Almalki, Mohammed F. Aldawsari, F. H. Pottoo, Firdos A. Khan, Mohd Amir
The impact of compound 7j on colon cancer cells (HCT-116). Fig. (A) shows the control cells Fig. (B) shows the treatment cells. The arrows show chromatin condensation, nuclear augmentation, and formation of apoptotic bodies.
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Electromagnetic wave effects on Mn-doped superparamagnetic iron oxide nanofluids: applications in enhanced oil recovery

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35671-35678
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04500A, Paper
Open Access
Mohamad Amin Bin Hamid, Beh Hoe Guan, Chan Kar Tim, Hassan Soleimani
This study reveals that both direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) electromagnetic fields can effectively reduce the interfacial tension (IFT) of Mn-doped Fe3O4 nanofluids, with AC fields showing more predictable and pronounced effects.
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Characterization and quantification of the phytochemical constituents and anti-inflammatory properties of Lindera aggregata

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36101-36114
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05643D, Paper
Open Access
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Song-Song Wen, Yong-Jun Liu, Yu-Lin Liu, Yan Zhao, Xiao-Xi Xu, Chang-Chuan Guo, Chong Niu, Wei-Jian Wang, Yu-Wen Xu, Na Zhang
This study developed a method to analyze the bioactive compounds in Lindera aggregata roots, identifying 80 compounds, with 16 quantified, and found that specific compounds exhibit anti-inflammatory effects.
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Stability and magnetic properties of transition metal (V, Cr, Mn, and Fe) doped cobalt oxide clusters: a density functional theory investigation

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36031-36039
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05482B, Paper
Open Access
Nguyen Thi Mai, Tran Dang Thanh, Do Hung Manh, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Anh, Ngo Thi Lan, Phung Thi Thu, Nguyen Thanh Tung
Con−1TMOn−2+ (n = 6–8), (TM = V, Cr, Mn, and Fe) clusters are investigated using density functional theory calculations.
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Effect of magnetic field on the rate performance of a Fe2O3/LiFePO4 composite cathode for Li-ion batteries

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36005-36015
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06707J, Paper
Open Access
Emmanuel Iheonu Nduka, Nazgul Assan, Mukagali Yegamkulov, Aliya Mukanova, Zhumabay Bakenov
Application of magnetic field upon drying of LiFePO4 cathode enhances its electrochemical performance. It is further enhanced with Fe2O3 nanoparticle additives, thereby reducing polarization and improving conductivity and lithium-ion diffusion.
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Computational discovery of two-dimensional tetragonal group IV–V monolayers

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36173-36180
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06623E, Paper
Open Access
Qiubao Lin, Jungang Huang, Yimei Fang, Feng Zheng, Kaixuan Chen, Shunqing Wu, Zi-Zhong Zhu
Structural prediction of a stable tetragonal Td4 phase of 2D group IV–V monolayers.
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Haryana Congress again urges Speaker to disqualify MLA Kiran Choudhry from State Assembly

Since the senior leader had joined the BJP, according to the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, ‘any member of a House who voluntarily gives up their membership of a political party is liable to be disqualified,’ the Congress said




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Bihar Government cancels 350 contracts worth ₹826 crore awarded by Mahagathbandhan regime

BJP-JDU government cites “irregularities in the process of awarding contracts” by the Public Health Engineering Department, initiates probe. RJD says NDA “scared of Tejashwi Yadav’s popularity”




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Purpose of Maratha quota stir not to aggravate social tensions, says Jarange-Patil 

The activist reiterates that he won’t be changing his stance on Maratha reservation, warns that leaders opposing him will not get any votes from the community in upcoming Assembly election




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Panel formed to monitor opening of treasury of Jagannath temple in Puri to meet on July 6

The last inventory of Ratna Bhandar was taken 46 years ago in 1978




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BJP government in Rajasthan takes over Gandhi Vatika Museum’s management

Conceptualised by the Gandhi Peace Foundation, the museum makes concerted efforts to keep the Gandhian philosophy relevant to the life and times of India




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‘Public emergency’ in six Nagaland districts suspended

The move was to facilitate talks with the Centre on the creation of the autonomous Frontier Nagaland Territory, said the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation




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Now, ‘Balika Panchayat’ in Maharashtra’s Nanded district fights alcoholism and child marriage




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Agnipath at political centre stage as Haryana assents to Agniveer Policy

Policy offers employment and entrepreneurship opportunities post-service, with several exceptions in norms




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Those who won’t write names on shops ‘not Hindus’: Pragya Thakur

Ms. Thakur’s remarks come about two weeks after the Supreme Court stayed directives by the U.P. and Uttarakhand governments mandating eateries to display the owners’ names




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Two arrested in M.P. for allegedly forcing Dalit man to drink urine; counter FIR against him for alleged extortion

Police said that an investigation had been launched but claimed that no evidence to support the victim’s claims has been found so far




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Aman Sehrawat wins bronze for India in 57kg wrestling, keeps India and Chhatrasal’s flag flying high

The Indian shakes off the humbling loss in the semifinals, goes through the rigmarole of making the weight before dominating Puerto Rico’s Darian Toi Cruz for the 57kg bronze




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Multiple wagons of goods train derailed in Madhya Pradesh




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Teenage boy stabbed by classmate in Udaipur succumbs to injuries

Tension prevails after crowd gathered outside hospital and other areas; police resort to lathi charge; more force sent to maintain law and order; prohibitory orders remain




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Outrage after minor girl’s gang rape in Assam

Some locals found her lying semi-conscious by the roadside on her way back home from tuition classes




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AIUDF meets Assam Governor, seeks action against communal groups

Several organisations representing indigenous communities have asked migrant Muslims, referred to as Miya, to leave eastern Assam following a gang-rape case