Nitish Rana, a mainstay of Kolkata Knight Riders since 2018, is switching allegiances to Rajasthan Royals following a Rs 4.20 crore bid at the IPL 2025 mega auction. This move represents a significant pay cut for Rana, whose previous KKR contract was double the amount.
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Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP-led government for causing economic turmoil, citing key indicators like increased gold loans, stagnating car sales, slow wage growth, high food inflation, and eroded household savings. He also accused the Modi government of failing to provide economic solutions, leading to financial hardships for ordinary citizens.
Sanjiv Goenka, owner of Lucknow Super Giants, praised MS Dhoni's exceptional leadership and mentorship in a recent podcast. Goenka highlighted Dhoni's ability to reinvent himself and nurture young talent like Matheesha Pathirana. He also recounted Dhoni's patient interaction with his young grandson and admired Dhoni's handling of past controversies. At CSK, Dhoni's guidance has created a culture of consistency, loyalty, and excellence, making the franchise one of the most respected in the IPL.
Sunil Gavaskar criticized Shubman Gill's shot selection during the Brisbane Test, advising him to avoid risky shots early in his innings. Gavaskar also suggested Virat Kohli emulate Sachin Tendulkar's patient approach in Sydney, especially by resisting cover drives, to overcome his struggles against deliveries outside off-stump. India ended Day 3 trailing by 394 runs.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar demanded a ban on mobile phones in the assembly, criticizing their use by legislators during sessions. This led to a heated exchange with opposition leaders, who accused him of being anti-technology and outdated. Kumar's criticisms also extended to the previous governments led by Rabri Devi and her husband, Lalu Yadav.
Three men defaced the 'Akbar Road' signboard in Delhi, claiming retaliation for the alleged vandalism of Maharana Pratap's statue. Amit Rathore and Vijay, linked to the Hindu Rashtra Navnirman Sena, justified the act as a protest against signboards bearing names of historical figures they consider invaders. Further police details are awaited.
Home Minister G Parameshwara announced an inquiry into the alleged misuse of police protocol services at Kempegowda International Airport following accusations of involvement in a gold smuggling racket. This comes after Sandalwood actor Ranya Rao, daughter of a top police official, was caught with 14.2kg of gold at the airport. The issue was heatedly debated in the legislative assembly.
BJP has targeted Congress by spotlighting Mani Shankar Aiyar's remarks about former PM Rajiv Gandhi’s academic failures and questioned his competency to lead. Aiyar, a former close aide to Rajiv, suggested his political career was impacted by his association with the Gandhi family.
Novak Djokovic calls for a reform of tennis's anti-doping protocols, citing inconsistencies in the treatment of cases involving top players like Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek compared to lower-ranked competitors. He highlights a lack of trust among players towards WADA and ITIA and urges for a more effective and transparent system.
Amidst ongoing conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled a readiness for direct peace talks with Ukraine, a shift welcomed by Washington. This comes after a brief Easter ceasefire, marred by mutual accusations of violations. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy, while skeptical, is sending a delegation to London for discussions with Western allies.