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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
A tryst with destiny
Tonight, as they have done on three other memorable, heartbreaking occasions over the past 18 years, Royal Challengers Bangalore will take the stage in an IPL final. For an incredible fourth time, Virat Kohli, who has worn the RCB colours since its founding, will walk into a capacity stadium filled with the most loyal fans in the world, whose fierce, steadfast belief – Ee sala Cup namde! – has lit up every IPL season since 2008, to the familiar, ear-splitting chant – Aar-Cee-Bee! Aar-Cee-Bee! This time, RCB's opponents are the Punjab Kings. It is apposite that the names of both teams reference the monarchy, for rulers of the regions these teams represent have had a big part to play in the birth and growth of cricket in our neck of the woods. The first mention of cricket in the subcontinent comes from the 1737 work 'A Compendious History of the Indian Wars with an Account of the Rise, Progress, Strength and Forces of Angria the Pyrate' (a reference to the dreaded Maratha Navy admiral, Kanhoji Angre) by the East India Company midshipman Clement Downing. As the ship lay in port in Cambay in 1721, enjoying a brief respite between battles with Angria, writes Downing, 'we every day diverted ourselves with playing at cricket, and other exercises…' Cricket officially began, however, with the establishment, in 1792, of the Calcutta Cricket Club, only five years after the founding of the venerable Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). The next cricket club in India came up much closer home – after the fall of Tipu Sultan in the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War of 1799, Col Arthur Wellesley (later the First Duke of Wellington), is believed to have set it up in Seringapatam (Srirangapatna)! The man who led the successful British campaign in the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War was General George Harris, 1st Baron Harris. He himself had nothing to do with cricket, but his son, the 2nd Baron Harris, who had fought, as a 16-year-old, in the same war, provided the financial backing for the establishment, in 1835, of the Old County Ground in Kent, home of the West Malling Cricket Club; in his 1836 novel, The Pickwick Papers, Charles Dickens featured the ground as the setting for a fictional cricket match. It was the 2nd Baron's grandson, Lord Harris, first-class cricketer and captain of the English cricket team, who is credited with having the greatest impact in laying the foundations for the spread of the gentleman's game in India, during his tenure as Governor of Bombay between 1890 and 1895. In 1909, as a trustee of the MCC, he helped set up the Imperial Cricket Conference (ICC) as cricket's primary governing body; in 1926, he persuaded the ICC to accept the British colonies of the West Indies, New Zealand and India as members. And where does Punjab come into this? It was the flamboyant ruler of Patiala, Maharaja Bhupinder Singh (remember him from Diljit Dosanjh's Met Gala costume?), who was instrumental in the setting up of the BCCI in 1928. He also donated the Ranji Trophy (named after KS Ranjitsinhji, an Indian prince who played for England and was considered the greatest batsman of the age) to kick off our own first-class inter-state annual cricket tournament in 1934. In 1934, the Mysore Cricket Club (estd 1933, now the Karnataka State Cricket Association) became affiliated to the BCCI, and played its first Ranji Trophy Match against Madras State (Mysore lost). The then Maharaja of Mysore, Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV, was not involved with his homegrown cricket club, but from 1923 to 1940, as the first patron of the Tamil Union Cricket Club in Colombo, Sri Lanka, he played his part in the spread of the sport in the subcontinent. Right. It's almost time. Godspeed, boys! Ee sala Cup definitely namde! (Roopa Pai is a writer who has carried on a longtime love affair with her hometown Bengaluru)
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Is Job Hopping Bad for the Careers of Gen Zers? We Asked Experts for Their Insight
All products featured on Teen Vogue are independently selected by Teen Vogue editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Liz Coulbourn Work in Progress is a column about finding your way in the working world. Have a question for Rainesford Stauffer? Send it to TVworkinprogress@ I've been through two layoffs over the last three years. My current job is okay, but it can get extremely tedious, frustrating, and often both. There are aspects of this work that I wasn't quite prepared to deal with, like managing client expectations, and it's causing a lot of stress. I would like to look for something else, but I'm worried about what having three jobs over three years means for my resume. —AD, Canada Moving from job to job over a short stretch of time, a.k.a. 'job-hopping,' is a practice that has been in the headlines for years. Millennials were dubbed the 'job-hopping generation,' and then similar claims were also made about Gen Z. A 2023 report from ResumeLab noted that of the over 1,100 Gen Z workers it surveyed, 83% considered themselves 'job-hoppers,' and 19% said they had plans to stay in their current job for no more than a year. Generational discourse aside, the current labor market has shifted thoughts on how viable job- hopping actually is. Some experts say that changing jobs for a better salary or to move up in the workplace isn't necessarily happening as much right now, in part because there's less 'churn' in the workforce overall. Workers aren't switching jobs (or getting fired) as often, so there are fewer jobs to move into. Recent reporting from Business Insider detailed that overall job openings are down and hiring is occurring at its slowest pace in roughly a decade. Still, recent reporting from Fortune cited an ADP Research report outlining that about 75% of workers end up leaving a role before they ever get promoted within the workplace they're ditching. The unsteady political and economic environment might mean some people are staying put, but others may still seek out new positions as the cost of living increases or as companies revoke remote or hybrid work policies. Marcia Robinson, founder of the HBCU Career Center, tells Teen Vogue that there are many reasons younger workers want to move around the job arena. Part of it, she says, 'is they just don't feel they should put up with jobs that are not feeding them or allowing them to be able to do what else they want to in their lives.' Many don't want to repeat cycles they might have seen grandparents or parents endure, she adds, such as being loyal to a longtime employer only to be laid off or end up with the bare minimum for retirement. Younger workers also know that what companies are looking for is changing. We're in a skills market, Dr. Robinson explains, and it's rapidly shifting what companies need and look for: 'If they're in an opportunity that's not allowing them to grow or learn or build the skills they want, they might see leaving and going someplace else as an opportunity.' We spoke to experts about how to address job changes during interviews, and whether you really need to 'stick it out' for a year. Why make the switch? People switch jobs for all kinds of reasons. According to a 2023 report from LinkedIn, the main reasons millennials or Gen Z'ers consider changing jobs include higher compensation, opportunities to grow in a career, and flexible work arrangements. In addition, a 2023 research brief for the Shift Project found that younger workers who changed jobs during the 'great resignation' period of the COVID-19 pandemic found better positions with improved compensation and scheduling. This contradicts the popular but unsubstantiated claim that young people simply left jobs during this time because they didn't want to work. In reality, many young workers were in roles deemed 'essential' in the early years of the pandemic, while others struggled to find employment at all. The flip side of narratives about young people who don't want to work is that a lot of jobs don't pay well, don't provide good benefits, and have challenging schedules, says Kristen Harknett, a sociologist at the University of California San Francisco and co-director with the Shift Project. Young workers may worry that moving around could be viewed negatively by future employers but, Dr. Harknett tells Teen Vogue, the 'workers come, workers go' approach is bad for everyone. The churn in the workforce isn't just the result of employees moving from one job to another, she explains; it also stems from the choice by employers 'to say we're not going to work to hold on to the workers we have, we'll just keep hiring new ones.' Dr. Harknett continues, 'It's no surprise that it would be hard to attract workers if the jobs themselves are so unappealing,' so it's worth flipping the script and asking whether these jobs are 'reasonable to expect somebody to want to pursue.' How long should you stick around? When we spoke to experts about quitting for a previous column, many suggested that the oft-repeated phrase 'Stick it out for a year' isn't one-size-fits-all advice. The decision depends on your situation, including financial realities, and whether you're comfortable with the potential consequences of leaving after one year. Paige Soltano, director of placement and outreach for Silberman College of Business at Fairleigh Dickinson University, doesn't think there is a specific amount of time one should stay in a job, though she does like to say a year. That gives you time to onboard and understand the expectations, contribute, and go through different seasons, she explains. During that time you're learning skills that will be useful, whether you stick with your current job or move on. But if the job is negatively impacting your well-being, Dr. Robinson says, she'd rather see someone job-hop than 'stay in a position two to three years and be so beaten down that when they leave, or they get let go because their work has suffered because of it, then they need months to regroup.' Think through what might be asked of you Dr. Robinson advises thinking ahead to the questions a hiring manager or recruiter might ask based on your resume. Their perspective could be that if you've been in a previous job for under a year, you might dislike the industry. You want to counter that in your cover letter, your resume, your LinkedIn profile, and your interview, Dr. Robinson advises: 'You want to emphasize how much you've actually learned. You want to talk about what your goals are, and how it is that what you're trying to move into aligns or fits with the goals that you have longer term.' During your interview, Dr. Robinson suggests, use language like: 'Here's why this step was really important. It allowed me to learn about XYZ. It introduced me to XYZ concept. I worked on a project that showed me XYZ is really important to me, so I want to pursue more of that.' She adds, 'Just have that answer ahead of time. Focus on your ability to learn and the skills that you pull[ed] together in the time you did work for an organization. You can be a significant contributor even in a short time.' Consider what you need before moving on Before moving into a new role, experts suggest, take stock of what you're hoping to gain by leaving. Keep factors like job satisfaction, compensation, and lifestyle in mind, Soltano advises, and consider what you think the next job should offer — then make a list of pros and cons. Soltano also notes the importance of trying to leave on a high note, including staying in touch with colleagues: 'Maybe the last three jobs, for whatever reason, didn't work out. [But] it's a small world, and you don't know who's going to remember you at the next job.' Dr. Robinson encourages workers to practice what she calls 'scanning the horizon' of the industry, looking into what political, economic, environmental, social, or legal factors might be shaping a field. 'Is this a growing industry? Is this an industry that's disappearing?' Robinson asks. Ideally, you want to be in an industry that will grow with you. That may also count for your current job: Could you ask for a promotion or apply for different roles within the organization? As Dr. Robinson puts it, when you're looking for a company where you want to apply, 'is it one that has a ladder that you can move up? Is it one that has bridges that you can move around?' Dr. Robinson also reframes the idea of changing jobs: 'You're seeking better and better alignment,' she explains, between the industry, your values, skills, and interests. She encourages young workers to be bold and unambiguous about who they are and what they're interested in when writing cover letters and resumes, on LinkedIn, and in person. 'It doesn't mean job-hopping is the end of your life,' she says. 'See it as a ladder.' Stay up-to-date with the politics team. Sign up for the Teen Vogue Take Originally Appeared on Teen Vogue Want more labor coverage? 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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
PM Modi Bihar visit LIVE: New Patna airport terminal all set for inauguration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a two-day trip to four states from Thursday (May 29, 2025) to launch numerous development projects, as he keeps up a busy itinerary touring different regions in the run-up to the first anniversary of his third term in office. PM Modi will visit Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on May 29 and 30, an official statement said. He will begin the tour by attending the 'Sikkim@50: Where Progress meets Purpose and Nature nurtures Growth' programme on Thursday and lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects in Sikkim before addressing the gathering. Mr. Modi will reach Patna on May 29 to inaugurate the Jayprakash Narayan International Airport's new integrated terminal building constructed at a cost of ₹ 1,200 crore, and also lay the foundation stone of a new civil enclave at the Bihta airport, which is about 30 km away from the State capital.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
China-Europe-America Global Initiative Think Tanks and Museums Paris Dialogue 2025 Held in Paris
PARIS, May 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 23, the China-Europe-America Global Initiative Think Tanks and Museums Paris Dialogue 2025 was held in Paris, with more than 50 guests from China, France, Italy, the US and other countries engaged in the dialogue. The event, under the theme "China, Europe, and America: Cultural Exchanges for Peace and Progress", was co-hosted by the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies (ACCWS), the Information Office of Beijing Municipality and the China-Europe-America Global Initiative. The sub-forums were featured by topics including "The Role of Cultural Institutions in Fostering Understanding Between Cultures" "The Future of Museums and Cultural Institutions" and "Harmony in Beauty: An International Dialogue on Beijing's Central Axis". Laurent Fabius, Former Prime Minister of France and Chen Li, Minister of the Chinese Embassy in France, attended the forum and delivered speeches. Yu Yunquan, Vice President of the China International Communications Group (CICG) and President of ACCWS, and Yu Junsheng, Deputy Director of the Publicity Department of the CPC Beijing Municipal Committee and Director of the Beijing Municipal Government Information Office, delivered video speeches. David Gosset, founder of the China-Europe-America Global Initiative, presided over the opening ceremony. Laurent Fabius said that as the world commemorates the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, cultural institutions should play a dual role: fostering the concept of peace by transmitting historical lessons, as well as raising public awareness of environmental protection through exhibitions and initiatives. Chen Li emphasized the longstanding cultural exchanges between China and France, calling for the promotion of cultural resonance between the Chinese philosophy of "harmony in diversity" and Europe's ideal of "unity in diversity". Such efforts, he noted, would contribute significantly to global cultural diversity and human progress. Yu Yunquan described museums as "gene banks" for preserving civilizations, "salons" for facilitating mutual learning among cultures, and "showcases" for promoting contemporary values. He stressed the common commitment to deepening the China-Europe-America Museum Cooperation Initiative to advance the Global Civilization Initiative. David Gosset released Museums Without Borders • China Museums 2025 Annual Report during the dialogue. The report, co-authored by ACCWS and the China-Europe-America Museum Cooperation Initiative, focuses on Chinese museums' international collaboration practices and highlights their role in improving global understanding of China and facilitating cultural dialogue. As a supporting event of the forum, a photo exhibition themed "Beijing Central Axis: A Masterpiece Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital" was held in Paris on the same day. The French edition of the book China's Perspectives on Global Governance was also launched at the event. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies(ACCWS)
USA Today
21-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Big Ten schools ranked academically by U.S. News for 2025
Big Ten schools ranked academically by U.S. News for 2025 It's called college athletics for a reason, with "college" being the main thing. Despite all the money now in college athletics, the players you watch on the field are still student-athletes. While we keep up with the stats and wins and losses on the field, what the athletes do in the classroom is also accounted for. In Oregon's first year as members of the Big Ten Conference, they excelled on the field, winning the Big Ten Championship in seven major sports, including football, baseball, softball, women's cross country, men's indoor track & field, women's indoor track & field, and women's golf. In Oregon's first academic year in the Big Ten, though, the Ducks seemingly have some work to do. While they are decent in the classroom on a national level, they could improve in comparison to other Big Ten institutions. At large, the new 18-member conference is unmatched. Its Academic Progress Rate performance is one major indicator, and several conference football programs are among the nation's best. Another indicator is U.S. News & World Report's latest 2025 academic rankings. Unsurprisingly, the Big Ten again delivered terrific results: 18. University of Nebraska City: Lincoln, Nebraska National ranking: No. 152 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 159 overall, No. 18 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 77% 17. University of Oregon City: Eugene, Oregon National ranking: No. 109 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 98 overall, No. 17 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 85% 16. University of Iowa City: Iowa City, Iowa National ranking: No. 98 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 93 overall, No. 16 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 85% 15. Indiana University -- Bloomington City: Bloomington, Indiana National ranking: No. 73 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 73 overall, No. 15 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 80% 13 (tie). Penn State University City: University Park, Pennsylvania National ranking: No. 63 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 60 overall, No. 14 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 84% 13 (tie). Michigan State University City: East Lansing, Michigan National ranking: No. 63 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 60 overall, No. 13 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 84% 12. University of Minnesota City: Minneapolis, Minnesota National ranking: No. 54 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 53 overall, No. 12 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 77% 10 (tie). University of Washington City: Seattle, Washington National ranking: No. 46 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 40 overall, No. 8 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 43% 10 (tie). Purdue University City: West Lafayette, Indiana National ranking: No. 46 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 43 overall, No. 10 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 50% 9. University of Maryland City: College Park, Maryland National ranking: No. 44 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 46 overall, No. 11 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 45% 7 (tie). Rutgers University City: Piscataway, New Jersey National ranking: No. 41 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 40 overall, No. 7 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 65% 7 (tie). The Ohio State University City: Columbus, Ohio National ranking: No. 41 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 43 overall, No. 9 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 51% 6. University of Wisconsin City: Madison, Wisconsin National ranking: No. 39 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 35 overall, No. 5 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 43% 5. University of Illinois City: Champaign, Illinois National ranking: No. 33 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 35 overall, No. 6 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 44% 4. University of Southern California City: Los Angeles, California National ranking: No. 27 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 28 overall, No. 4 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 10% 3. University of Michigan City: Ann Arbor, Michigan National ranking: No. 21 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 21 overall, No. 3 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 18% 2. UCLA City: Los Angeles, California National ranking: No. 15 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 15 overall, No. 2 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 9% 1. Northwestern University City: Evanston, Illinois National ranking: No. 6 (tied) 2024 rank: No. 9 overall, No. 1 Big Ten Acceptance rate: 7% Contact/Follow @Ducks_Wire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oregon Ducks news, notes, and opinions.
