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India & 1983 Cricket world cup

The 1983 ICC Cricket World Cup (also known as Prudential World Cup) was the third edition of the ICC Cricket World Cuptournament. It was held from 9 June to 25 June 1983 in England and was won by India. Eight countries participated in the event. The preliminary matches were played in two groups of four teams each, and each country played the others in its group twice. The top two teams in each group qualified for the semi-finals.

The matches consisted of 60 overs per team and were played in traditional white clothing and with red balls. They were all played during the day.

The physical trophy won by the Indian cricket team was damaged during a violent rampage on the Indian cricket board's headquarters, allegedly carried out by members of the group Shiv Sena. According to Shiv Sena Leaders, they were protesting against the entry of Pakistan Cricket Team in India after the Kargil War which brought the two nations to the brink of a major war

In the final, India lost the toss and were asked to bat first against a West Indies team that arguably boasted the world's best bowling attack. Only Kris Srikanth (38 from 57 balls) and Mohinder Amarnath (26 from 80 balls) put up any significant resistance as Roberts, Marshall, Joel Garner and Michael Holding ripped through the Indian batsmen, ably supported by Gomes. Surprising resistance by the tail allowed India to compile 183 (all out, 54.4 overs). Only three sixes were hit in the Indian innings, one from SriKkanth, one from [Sandeep Patil] (27 from 29 balls), and one from Madan Lal (17 from 27 balls). However, the Indian bowling exploited the weather and pitch conditions perfectly to bowl out the best batting lineup of the era for 140 from 52 overs in return, winning by 43 runs and completing one of the most stunning upsets in cricket history, defeating the previously invincible West Indies. Amarnath and Madan Lal (3-31) each took three wickets, and one memorable moment was the sight of Kapil Dev running a great distance (about 18-20 yards) to take a catch to dismiss Richards, the West Indies top scorer with 33 from 28 balls. Amarnath was the most economical bowler, conceding just 12 runs from his seven overs while taking 3 wickets, and was once again awarded the Man of the Match award for his all-round performance.  There was no 'Man of the Series' awarded in 1983.

Auto Expo likely launches 2012

Ashok Leyland has introduced India’s first 37-tonne haulage truck, the U-3723 H. The truck has a maximum payload capacity of 27-tonnes and with its contemporary U-Truck platform the truck is said to deliver superior performance, durability and best-in-class operational efficiency. The U-3723 H is best-suited for such applications like construction, Ready Mix Concrete, boom pumps and stone marble.

The U-3723 H comes with five axles in total - twin steerable front axles, two rear axles and a self-steerable pusher lift axle at the middle that enables the vehicle to carry higher loads, more efficiently. The auto-lift axle senses when the vehicle is running in an unloaded condition and will automatically lift the axle which translates into additional fuel saving.

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Bajaj RE 60 launched against Tata Nano

Maruti new concept car alpha

The Indian car giant MARUTI SUZUKI will roll out its multipurpose vehicle Ertiga. 

The company is also expected to showcase a compact sports  utility vehicle   (SUV), Swift Sports, and a hybrid version of the hatchback Swift. 

Chennai-based HYUNDAI said it would showcase its multi-utility vehicle (MUV) HND-7, three-door utility coupe Veloster and premium sedan Elantra. 

The biggest buzz, however, is about Bajaj Auto's entry-level passenger carrier, RE60. 

It is also being speculated that TATA MOTORS will give a glimpse of the diesel variant of its own entry-level car Nano. 

The company is also expected to showcase the new version of its SUV Safari Storm. 

Mahindra and Mahindra is said to be coming up with its new Reva electric car at the Auto Expo. 

Italian car maker FIAT is lining up its new Linea and Punto. 

The company will also be opening a lounge, the Fiat Cafe, in Delhi. 

French auto-maker Renault plans to unveil its hatchback Pulse and SUV Duster. 

In the luxury segment, Mercedes will roll in its new M-class, followed by the launch of its sports car, Roadster, and concept car A-Class. 

German auto-major BMW is planning to hog the fair limelight with its mini range of cars, while AUDI will launch its compact SUV Q3. 

The Expo will also see first-time participation from Ferrari and Peugeot. 

In the two-wheeler segment, Mahindra will launch its new Duro DZ scooter model and unveil its MGP30 racing motorcycle.