Punjab Kings secured a top-two finish in the IPL 2025 after defeating Mumbai Indians by seven wickets, marking their first playoff appearance in 11 years. Priyansh Arya's composed innings and Josh Inglis' explosive half-century propelled Punjab to victory. A viral moment occurred when Mumbai owner Akash Ambani was seen in conversation with Punjab captain Shreyas Iyer during the match.
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An altercation between two IRS officers in Lucknow's Income Tax office escalated into violence, leaving officer Gaurav Garg injured. Garg was allegedly attacked by a senior colleague with a glass tumbler and paperweight. Police have registered an FIR, and Garg is currently out of danger.
Jairam Ramesh criticizes Narendra Modi for ignoring Donald Trump's ceasefire claims. Trump said tariffs pushed India and Pakistan towards peace. Ramesh questions Modi's silence and Trump equating India and Pakistan. He also slams the government for not addressing security concerns after the Pahalgam attack. Congress wants a Parliament session on PoK and terrorism. They accuse BJP of inaction against terrorists.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered that the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025 will be held in one shift. This decision follows concerns about fairness in a two-shift format. The National Board of Examinations will adjust logistics. Medical aspirants and educators welcome the change. The exam is scheduled for June 15, 2025.
Banks nationwide are closed today, May 24th, for the fourth Saturday of the month, as per RBI guidelines. While physical branch services are unavailable, digital banking options like mobile apps, ATMs, and online payment systems remain operational for uninterrupted transactions.
Kamal Haasan faces backlash and boycott calls in Karnataka over his remark that "Kannada is born out of Tamil." He refuses to apologize unless proven wrong, dismissing threats from pro-Kannada groups. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce has banned the release of his upcoming film 'Thug Life' in the state until he apologizes, escalating the cultural and political storm.
India's Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Mohammad Yunus's accusations of destabilization attempts. The MEA spokesperson suggested these claims are a deflection from internal issues, emphasizing the Bangladesh government's responsibility for law and order. Yunus had alleged Indian hegemony and conspiracies to undermine Bangladesh, while India is urging Bangladesh to hold inclusive and fair elections soon.
Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya have dismissed rumours of a rift following Gujarat Titans' IPL 2025 elimination, addressing speculation fuelled by on-field interactions and Pandya's move to Mumbai Indians. Both players affirmed their camaraderie on social media after Mumbai Indians' victory in the Eliminator match. Mumbai Indians will play IPL Qualifier 2 against Punjab Kings today.
Mumbai is bracing for a potentially record-breaking early monsoon, with the IMD forecasting onset within three days, possibly surpassing the 1956 record of May 29. The southwest monsoon has already reached Devgad, Konkan, ten days ahead of schedule. Favorable conditions suggest further advancement across Maharashtra, including Mumbai.
Pakistan faces a looming crisis in its kharif crop sowing season due to critically low water levels in the Mangla and Tarbela dams. The situation is worsened by India's regulation of Chenab river flows and suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty after the Pahalgam attack.