Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings are set for a crucial IPL 2025 match, both aiming for a top-two finish. Punjab Kings, currently second, risk dropping if they lose, while Mumbai Indians, with a strong Net Run Rate, have a good chance to secure a top spot.
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A crucial IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals at Wankhede Stadium faces a rain threat, potentially impacting playoff qualification hopes. Forecasts predict thunderstorms, which could lead to a washout, awarding each team one point. This scenario favors Mumbai, who can secure qualification by winning their final match, while Delhi's chances become more challenging, relying on other results.
A Calcutta high court-appointed committee has revealed significant failures by local authorities during the Murshidabad violence in Dhulian, pinpointing a local councillor's involvement in orchestrating the attacks on April 11. The report highlights the complete absence and inactivity of the local police during the unrest. Victims require tailored rehabilitation packages and appropriate compensation.
Mumbai Indians' quest for a top-two IPL finish faltered after a loss to Punjab Kings, placing them fourth. Despite Suryakumar Yadav's stellar run and strong bowling, MI must now navigate the tougher Eliminator route. Historically, MI's titles have come when they finished in the top two, a feat they missed this season.
India has accused Pakistan at the UN of violating the Indus Waters Treaty's spirit through wars and terror attacks since 1960. India claims it has acted responsibly, while Pakistan obstructs necessary infrastructure changes and modifications to the treaty, despite evolving security concerns and climate change. India has put the IWT in abeyance until Pakistan ends cross-border terrorism.
Following heightened tensions and Operation Sindoor, Pakistan launched missile and drone attacks targeting Indian cities. The Indian Army, anticipating the threat, successfully intercepted these attacks, particularly safeguarding the Golden Temple from potential destruction. Modern air defence systems, including the indigenous AKASH missile system, played a crucial role in thwarting Pakistan's nefarious designs.
With 617 runs, Sai Sudharsan is the leading run-scorer in IPL 2025, forging a formidable opening partnership with Shubman Gill for Gujarat Titans. TimesofIndia.com delves deep into how the southpaw worked on his T20 batting with the help of power-hitting coach Shanon Young at the Cricket Performance Lab in Melbourne during the India A tour of Australia in November last year.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah condemned an SBI branch manager in Chandapura for refusing to speak Kannada with a customer, sparking public outrage and protests. Following the incident, which was captured in a viral video, the manager was transferred. MP Tejasvi Surya also criticized the manager's behavior, emphasizing the importance of communicating in the local language.
TMC MP Yusuf Pathan withdrew from the all-party delegation after the Centre's "unilateral" selection, sparking criticism from TMC leaders Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee, who emphasized the party's right to choose its representative. Congress also questioned the Centre's selection process, deeming it "dishonest" after its suggested names were rejected.
Amidst rising tensions stemming from perceived support for Pakistan, wealthy Indian families and NRIs are increasingly avoiding Turkey and Azerbaijan for weddings and corporate events. This shift has led to the rescheduling or relocation of several high-profile events, impacting the region's event industry. Destinations like the UAE, Rajasthan, and particularly Bahrain, are gaining popularity as alternatives.
Nambala Keshava Rao, alias Basavaraj, the general secretary of the CPI (Maoist), was killed in an encounter in Chhattisgarh, marking a significant blow to the Maoist insurgency in India. Basavaraj, a former engineering graduate, rose through the ranks to become a key military strategist, orchestrating major attacks and maintaining international connections.