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Who has delivered the fastest ball in the history of cricket?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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When we hear the fastest ball, the fierce faces of all fast bowlers and their tough looks start striking our mind. It includes Wasim Akram, Courtney Walsh, Chaminda Vaas, Umar Gul, etc. But the question still remains unanswered that who among the fast bowler fraternity has done this miracle.Well, the answer is Shoaib Akhtar who is recognized as the fastest bowler in the history of cricket by delivering an officially recorded top speed of 163.3 km/h in a pool match against England during the 2003 Cricket World Cup. Unfortunately, Akhtar did not get any wicket on the ball.Fastest Recorded Deliveries ... Read More

What is the best answer to why do you want to switch your current job?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Here are some of the most common and simple to explain reasons for leaving a job:The desire to learn.The desire to take on more responsibility.The desire to take on less responsibility.The desire to relocate.The desire for a career change.The desire to gain a new skill or grow a current skill.The company reorganization has led to a change in job content.The desire for a shorter commute to work.The desire to improve work/life balance.

When did Asia Cup cricket tournament start?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Recently, India beat Bangladesh by three wickets in the final of Asia Cup and clinched the Asia Cup title once again. However, do you know when this tournament first occurred? Let's dig out the history.Actually, when the Asia Cricket Council was formed in 1983, the council came up with this idea, which was conceptualized in 1984 and the first Asia Cup occurred in Sharjah where Asia Cricket Council has its headquarter and remained there till 1995.Initially, Asia Cup was only an ODI tournament and used to happen in every two years, but now it takes place in both ODI and ... Read More

When are you supposed to leave a job?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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This is not true that everyone leaves a job in frenzy. Sometimes things in personal and professional life go asymmetrical and one has to leave a job. However, champions know how and when to leave a job. Let’s know about it:The Gallop Poll happened in 2014 reveals that 68% of employees are not actively attached to their workplace. You will be surprised to know that many companies including MNCs have dissatisfied employees. Is being unhappy at work a reason to quit a job? Or Don't you consider leaving a job a personal failure?Seth Godin in his book ‘The Dip’ mentions, ... Read More

What is the difference between on, over, and above?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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All these are prepositions and impart a sense of being something on the top of some other object. Therefore, we can say that all of them have a similar meaning-not largely but at least to some extent. However, similar meaning yet varied definitions still confuse many learners. So, here I explain the correct and simple definition along with the usage of these three confusing words.1. OnDefinition: Having covered something; part of the surfaceA simple definition of ‘On’ is-One thing is covering the other. Generally, it touches the other object or its surface. Also, it can a part of the surface in ... Read More

How can I earn from learning a new language?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Getting acquainted with local and foreign languages is opening the doors to plenty of opportunities. Languages like Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Urdu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali and many other Indian languages as well as the foreign languages like French, German, Spanish, Arabic, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, Russian and Persian, etc. not only boost your chances of getting a job but also offer you an opportunity to get to know a completely diverse world with a unique viewpoint.Educational QualificationHowever, there is no educational qualification required to learn any language. You can choose any local or foreign language as a subject during your schooling. ... Read More

When and why artillery invented?

Knowledge base
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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The class of large military weapons that are used to fire ammunition, are called as Artillery. These are used to target far ranges than the small arms can handle. The artillery includes Field and Infantry guns, Muzzle-loaded guns, Howitzers, Anti-aircraft and Anti-tank guns, heavy and Infantry mortars, Cannons and Autocannons, other large projectile weapons etc.When perfectly aimed, it could destroy the enemy trenches, can kill a group of soldiers or infantry, can destroy their ammunition and communication systems as well.China’s Song DynastyIt was during the middle ages, the artillery especially Cannons were introduced. Cannons which were widely used in wars, ... Read More

What are the top digital marketing certification exams?

Knowledge base
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Digital Marketing is the present day career on a boom. It is a way of advertising that provides many ways of online platforms for your product or service, unlike the traditional ways of advertising.To get established yourself as a digital marketing expert, it is always better to get certified. Google AdWords Certification and HubSpot Inbound Certification are the ones which are available for free. You can even try applying them again if you fail to succeed in your initial attempts.Preparing for the HubSpot Inbound Certification enables you to optimize your website and content, helps in making customers as brand promoters ... Read More

What is the Mohu Airwave all about?

Knowledge base
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Airwave is an OTA (Over-The-Air) antenna. Unlike cable TV, this is a wireless antenna that offers you with all the stuff that a normal cable TV used to offer such as local news, daily soaps, prime-time shows, sports etc. with crystal clear HD quality. This is the first OTA antenna that works with the help of your Wi-fi network.Mohu AirwaveMohu is the maker of Mohu Sky, which has launched Mohu Airwave in the last year’s International Consumer Electronics Show. The Airwave is an OTA antenna which can be placed anywhere in the house and provides optimal signal reception that makes ... Read More

What is a Blue Paradise Fish and what is its lifespan?

Knowledge base
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Among the freshwater Aquarium fishes, the Blue Paradise Fish or the Paradise Gourami is the most acclaimed one after the famous Goldfish. This beautiful small fish, which belongs to gourami family has a scientific name called as Macropodus opercularis. The male fish of this bright coloured species grows up to 10cm, while the female grows to 8cm. These were the first ornamental fishes brought to western aquariums which were also imported to France during 1869.A WarriorThis small beauty is most pugnacious in nature. Paradise fish can combat, fight and is also potential to kill. This fish tends to fight with ... Read More

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