Nadda says Cong seeks to give Muslims quota meant for SCs, OBCs
New Delhi: BJP president J P Nadda on Friday accused the Congress of seeking to snatch the rights of SCs, STs and OBCs to benefit Muslims, alleging that it is the hidden agenda of the opposition party. Continuing with the BJPs attempts to project the Congress as a party championing interests of Muslims at the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Blinkit now more valuable that Zomatos core food business: Report
New Delhi: Zomatos quick delivery service, Blinkit, has become more valuable than its core food delivery business, according to a new Goldman Sachs report. While Zomatos food delivery business is valued at Rs 98 per share, Blinkits implied value is at Rs 119 per share, or about $13 billion, according to the investment banks report. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SC rejects pleas seeking mandatory EVM-VVPAT tally
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday rejected petitions seeking 100 percent verification of votes cast on Electronic Voting Machines with paper slips generated through the VVPAT method. The apex court also rejects the prayers of petitioners to return to ballot paper voting. The two-judge bench of Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Dipankar Datta delivered Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
To Play Anchor...: Vettori's Tough Stance Amid Kohli Strike-Rate Talk
The Sunrisers Hyderabad coach, Daniel Vettori, was of the view that the role of an anchor has no significance in high-scoring matches.
Indian-origin student in US arrested for pro Palestine protests on campus
New York: An Indian-origin female student studying at the prestigious Princeton University is among two students who have been arrested and barred from the campus for staging pro-Palestine protests on the campus. Achinthya Sivalingan, born in Coimbatore and raised in Columbus, has been barred from the campus and faces disciplinary action, said a university spokesperson. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Aamir Khan reveals how he got Mr Perfectionist tag
Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is known as Mr Perfectionist. But have you ever wondered how he got this tag? In the upcoming episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, Aamir Khan will be seen marking his presence, sharing anecdotes from his life. During the conversation, he also revealed that it was veteran actor Shabana Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad: Harish Rao issues resignation at Gun Park over farm loan waiver
Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) senior leader T Harish Rao visited the Martyrs Memorial (Gun Park) in the city and issued his resignation letter to media personnel, displaying his readiness to resign as an MLA if Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy fulfils the Congress partys farm loan waiver promise by August 15. Addressing the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
RCB spin web around Hyderabad after Patidar, Kohli fifties
Royal Challengers Bengaluru regained momentum in their IPL 2024 campaign with a comprehensive 35-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad yesterday. Half-centuries from Rajat Patidar and captain Virat Kohli along with cameos from Cameron Green and Wanindu Hasaranga helped RCB post a strong total of 206. In response, accurate bowling from the spinners restricted Hyderabad to 171. [] The post RCB spin web around Hyderabad after Patidar, Kohli fifties appeared first on Northlines .
'He did the right thing...': Ex-Aus star defends Kohli's strike rate
Former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch has defended Virat Kohli's strike rate despite criticism, highlighting the strategic nuances of his innings and the importance of his partnership with Rajat Patidar. Finch's analysis delved into RCB and India batter Kohli's role within the batting lineup and the importance of his stand with Rajat Patidar against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Time to polish our chasing abilities: Vettori
Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori feels that after mastering the art of setting totals, it's time his team brushes up on its chasing abilities as the business end of the Indian Premier League approaches.
Banners against BJP appear at various places in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: After flexi near the Congress office in Hyderabad, many banners against BJP have come up at various places in the city. These banners questioning the BJP government at the center came up when Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Telangana yesterday. In the past, the previous Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) government also used similar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
London resident arrested by NIA in Indian mission attack case
London: A man who was arrested for unlawful activities by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) as part of its investigations into the attack on the High Commission of India here in March 2023 had previously been detained at the Attari border while entering India from Pakistan last year. Inderpal Singh Gaba, a resident of Hounslow Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Salman attends Aayush Sharmas Ruslaan screening
Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan arrived in style at the screening of his brother-in-law Aayush Sharmas film Ruslaan in Mumbai. Salman happily posed on the red carpet with sister Arpita, Aayush and their kids. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Arbaaz Khan also came to the screening to cheer Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Dont be swayed by diversionary tactics, vote to protect democracy: Kharge
New Delhi: As polling for the second phase of Lok Sabha elections began, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday urged voters to come out and vote to protect democracy from the clutches of dictatorship. In a fervent appeal to voters, he said this is not an ordinary election and they should not be swayed by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Sunrisers Hyderabad Coach Stresses Need to Improve Run Chasing Capabilities
Sunrisers Hyderabad Coach Stresses Need to Improve Run Chasing Capabilities Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori feels that after mastering the art of setting totals, it's time his team brushes up on its chasing abilities as the business end of the Indian Premier League approaches. SRH are currently third in the leaderboard with five wins from eight games. Of the five victories, four have come batting first. ''We have been successful setting totals and now we have to look at how well we are in chasing,'' Vettori said after the 35-run loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru here on Thursday night. RCB posted a challenging 206 for 7 after opting to bat and then restricted SRH to 171 for 8. For a team that has breached the 250-run mark thrice this season, the target was easily gettable but a rare failure of the top and middle-order cost the hosts dearly. ''Obviously, disappointing one where we have come from in the last four games; we played some really good cricket and even though we lost, you could see if we had some wickets at the back end, we could have still chased it down,'' Vettori said at the post-match press conference. ''Those early wickets broke everything. We were confident for the scores we were being able to put up. We though that 206 was a good score, we probably let a few runs in the field. But there was confidence in the group because of past performances. ''We also knew it was being set up by the openers and how good they have played, and today they had an off day and that's cricket,'' he said. The former New Zealand cricketer said there are no easy games in IPL. ''Unfortunately, we didn't get the support through the middle stages. It's a tough loss but we understand every team in the IPL can beat every team. There are no easy games at all,'' Vettori said. The coach was of the view that the role of an anchor has no significance in high-scoring matches. ''I think the wicket was still pretty good. The guys who came off said that it is a surface where you can score on. Anchor role when you are chasing 207 it is hard to come, you obviously need to be aggressive. For some to sit along and play anchor role is a little bit tricky.'' RCB all-rounder Swapnil Singh, meanwhile, was relieved after his side snapped its six-match losing streak. ''Experience was good but we won the game that was more important. When you win a game, the tempo in the team changes. It feels good. Last two games we missed by small difference but still long way to go,'' he said. Swapnil said they felt the target was enough on this wicket despite SRH boasting of a super-aggressive batting order. ''The ball was stopping. Our main aim was to spin the ball and bowl slower as a fast bowler. It helped, we knew that they will come hard at us and obviously they did. ''Yes, we felt so because the wicket was stopping when we were batting as well and dew was not there,'' he said.
ECI appoints observers for Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency
Hyderabad: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed general, expenditure, and police observers for the Hyderabad and Secunderabad Lok Sabha constituencies. Those who wish to make suggestions or register complaints can contact the relevant observers between 8:30 am and 9:30 am. List of observers Here is the list of observers, places for receiving complaints, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Control the controllables: Patidar's key to success
Rajat Patidar struck a quickfire half-century to set up Royal Challengers Bengaluru for a 35-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Thursday.
Snapchat reaches 422 million daily active users globally
New Delhi: Social media platform Snapchat reached 422 million daily active users in the first quarter (Q1) this year, an increase of 39 million or 10 per cent (year-on-year). In Q1, the revenue of its parent company Snap grew 21 per cent (on-year) to $1.195 billion, driven by improvements made to its advertising platform and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indias trajectory exemplifies that DPIs facilitates equal opportunities: UNGA
United Nations: UN General Assembly President Dennis Francis has said Indias trajectory exemplifies that Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is a fundamental driver of social transformation and progress and facilitates equal opportunities if accessed in an inclusive way. Just as physical infrastructure is essential for economic growth, digital public infrastructure has emerged as a fundamental driver Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
1488 nominations filed for LS polls in Telangana, Malkajgiri highest
Hyderabad: A total of 1488 nomination sets were filed by 893 candidates between April 18 to 25 for the 17 Lok Sabha constituencies in Telangana which will go to polls on May 13. On the last day of nominations on April 25, a total of 632 nominations were filed. The highest number of 177 nominations Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Virat Kohli's Stunning Act After Reaching Fifty Confirms His Ultimate Aim
After reaching his half-century in 37 balls, Virat Kohli was dismissed after adding just 1 more run against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) kept their hopes alive with a dominant 35-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 41st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
'We don't expect Head and Abhishek to perform 14 games'
Bottom-placed Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad in an IPL match, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the sport. SRH had set a new record for the highest total in IPL history in their previous encounter, but faltered in their chase of 207, with openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma experiencing an unusual failure.
42-year-old Indian-origin man shot dead by San Antonio police
New York: A 42-year-old Indian-origin man was shot and killed by police in San Antonio after he struck two officers with his vehicle as they were trying to apprehend him in connection with an aggravated assault case. Sachin Sahoo was pronounced deceased at the scene after police officer Tyler Turner shot at him on April Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
42-year-old Indian-origin man shot & killed by San Antonio police
New York: A 42-year-old Indian-origin man was shot and killed by police in San Antonio after he struck two officers with his vehicle as they were trying to apprehend him in connection with an aggravated assault case. Sachin Sahoo was pronounced deceased at the scene after police officer Tyler Turner shot at him on April Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Political bigwigs set to battle it out in Dhone
KURNOOL : With elections fast approaching, all eyes are on Dhone Assembly constituency in Nandyal district where two prominent politicians YSRCs Buggana Rajendranath Reddy and TDPs Kotla Jayasurya Prakasha Reddy are set to lock horns. While the sitting Dhone MLA and finance minister is vying for a third term, former Union minister Kotla Suryaprakash Reddy is leaving no stone unturned to wrest the seat from the ruling YSRC. They both have been campaigning vigorously by conducting door-to-door visits and public meetings. Water crisis, unemployment and migration are some of the top concerns of the voters in the segment. Lack of irrigation water has resulted in insufficient job opportunities, consequently causing youth and agricultural labourers to migrate to cities like Guntur, Vijayawada, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Ballary in search of livelihood. Buggana Rajendranath Reddy, YSRC Many roads to access the villages have been constructed poorly due to the negligence of the current government, R Venkatesh, a resident of Dhone town alleged. Many eligible beneficiaries have been left out of government schemes due to political reasons, he added. Dhone is a prominent constituency as it was from here that Neelam Sanjiva Reddy contested the elections in 1962 on a Congress ticket and went on to serve as the first Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and later the sixth President of India from 1977 to 1982. Buggana is banking on the development initiatives he has taken up in the constituency. He has been highlighting the development brought in infrastructure, education, provision of water for farmers and road connectivity under the YSRC rule. The incumbent MLA has promised to continue the welfare and development programmes to ensure progress of the people of Dhone. Kotla Suryaprakash Reddy, TDP TDPs Kotla Surya Prakash Reddy is mobilising the cadre and party sympathisers to challenge the incumbent. A seasoned politician and former Union Minister, he brings decades of experience to the table. He is banking on the legacy his family name carries and the work done by his father and former Chief Minister Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy as well on his own victories as Kurnool MP. AN OVERVIEW 2,24,085 - Total Electorate Male - 1,10,748 Female - 1,13,259 3rd gender - 78 291 - Total poling booths 2019 POLL OUTCOME Buggana Rajendranath (YSRC): 1, 00,845 KE Pratap (TDP): 65,329
Sitharaman, Narayana, Rahul Dravid among early voters in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, software industry icon N R Narayana Murthy, his wife and Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty, former cricketer Rahul Dravid and actor Prakash Raj were among the early voters as polling began in 14 Lok Sabha constituencies in Karnataka on Friday. Many booths reported brisk voting in the first hour of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Polling begins for Jammu LS seat amid tight security
Jammu: Amid tight security arrangements, voting began in the second phase of the Lok Sabha election in Jammu and Kashmirs Jammu constituency on Friday, with more than 17.81 lakh voters eligible to exercise their franchise to decide the fate of 22 candidates. The Jammu Lok Sabha seat is one of the 89 constituencies in 13 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad: Former professor of Nizamia Tibbi College passes away
Hyderabad: Former professor of Hyderabads Nizamia Tibbi College, Dr. Sattar Begum, passed away yesterday at her residence in Saidabad. The widow of the late Mohammad Nayeem passed away due to a brain hemorrhage. Her funeral prayers (Namaz-e-Janaza) were held after Zohar prayers yesterday at Masjid-e-Meraj opposite Chachalguda jail in Kurmaguda. Later, she was laid to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
JP Nadda to visit Telangana, hold meetings in Hyderabad on April 29
Hyderabad: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief JP Nadda will visit Telangana on April 29 to boost the partys chances in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls in the state. The saffron party in a press release informed that Nadda will preside at public meetings in Kothagudem (10 am), Mahabubabad (12 pm) and will be in Malkajgiri Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Citys growth in last 10 years will help me sail through LS election, says BRS leader
BRS candidate T. Padma Rao Goud says it is BRS versus BJP in Secunderabad
India can speak to its own visa policy: US on Aussie journos visa row
Washington: The United States on Thursday said India can speak about its visa policy and, as such, refrained from commenting on the allegation of denial of visa renewal of an Australian journalist. Look, the government of India can speak to its own visa policy. That is not something I am going to opine on from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'I forgot the way to...': Faf jokes after RCB break losing streak
Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Faf du Plessis expressed relief after his team ended a six-game losing streak with a 35-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League. RCB have only registered two wins in nine matches this season, and du Plessis praised the team's fighting spirit in their last two matches.
Pakistan rejects US report on human rights practices
Islamabad: Pakistan has categorically rejected a report by the US State Department over the human rights violations in the country last year, saying that only a politically motivated report can ignore the alarming situation in Gaza. It is deeply concerning that a report purported to highlight human rights situations around the world ignores or downplays Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana witnesses a surge in turncoat candidates as parties prioritize winnability over loyalty in the election race. Strategic nominations of leaders switching allegiances reflect the evolving dynamics of electoral politics in the region.
Hyderabads emergence as a gaming hotspot in the country owes much to its vibrant tech scene, supportive governmental policies, and a passionate gaming community. Despite persistent gender biases, women now comprise over 40% of gamers, marking a significant shift in the landscape. With the pandemic reshaping societal attitudes, gaming in Hyderabad is rapidly transitioning from niche to mainstream, illustrating the citys dynamic evolution in the digital entertainment sphere, writesNaveen Kumar
AP: Jagan lacks manners, says sister Sharmila over saree remark
Guntur: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddys sister and state Congress chief Y. S. Sharmila Reddy hit back at him on Thursday over his comments on her wearing a yellow saree to suggest her closeness to the TDP, which uses the colour. Sharmila said that Jagan Mohan Reddy lacked basic manners as he Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
From Rahul Gandhi to Arun Govil: List of key candidates in Phase 2 LS polls
New Delhi: From Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad, Shashi Tharoor in Thiruvananthapuram to Hema Malini in Mathura and Arun Govil in Meerut, the fates of several prominent personalities will be locked by the voters in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections on Friday. The second phase has 88 Lok Sabha constituencies including all Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Israel to begin soon evacuating civilians in Rafah
Jerusalem: Israel is expected to soon begin evacuating civilians from Rafah ahead of a planned ground attack on Gazas southernmost city, a state-owned media outlet has reported. The planned evacuation will start soon, pending final approval by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Xinhua news agency reported, citing the Israeli Kan TV report. Earlier on Thursday, the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
RCB Captain's Blunt 'Virat Kohli Remark' After Team Victory Against SRH
Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Faf du Plessis admitted that his team's batting unit hasn't fired much with the bat in IPL 2024 but is glad to see them clicking as a unit against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Du Plessis' Honest 'Kohli Admission' On RCB Batting Unit's Performance
Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Faf du Plessis admitted that his team's batting unit hasn't fired much with the bat in IPL 2024 but is glad to see them clicking as a unit against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Festival of democracy enters second leg with 88 LS seats across India set to vote
New Delhi: The election festival is gathering pace in the worlds largest democracy with the stage set for the second phase of voting in the Lok Sabha polls on Friday, covering 88 constituencies across 13 states and Union Territories, spanning the hills of West Bengal to the lush green landscapes of Kerala to the sandy Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Watch: Kavya Maran's Reaction During SRH's Loss vs RCB Sparks Meme Fest
Kavya Maran's irritated reaction during Sunrisers Hyderabad's loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2024 match has gone viral.
Gujarat CM attends BJP rally, campaigns in Karimnagar
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel took part in a huge rally held in the town to mark the filing of nomination by BJP general secretary Bandi Sanjay Kumar.
Gujarat CM attends BJP rally, campaigns in Karimnagar - The Hindu
Gujarat CM attends BJP rally, campaigns in Karimnagar The Hindu
Car will soon be sold in scrap: CM
11 students end lives in Andhra & MP after poor exam results - The Times of India
11 students end lives in Andhra & MP after poor exam results The Times of India
2 from Ktaka held in connection with womans rape, murder case
PC Ghose commences probe into Kaleshwaram
Summer spls & superfast train delays derail passenger plans
Tribal welfare students crack JEE, open doors to new life
Court ensures BRS pleas reach speaker
Court relied on 3-yr-olds testimony to convict driver
7% surge in intent of manufacturing sector to hire freshers in H1
First year students are more vulnerable, need counselling
Looting spree in daylight sparks panic in Hussaini Alam
Implement crop loan waiver or quit: BRS to CM
Inter suicides: Majority first yr science students
Laurus Labs net profit down 79%
Sarvey files nomination for Malkajgiri LS seat
Waliullah: Will end communal politics
BRS neta did not spend a Re in 3yrs
Telangana can be among top 3 states in patents
Over 1,400 nominations filed for 17 Lok Sabha constituencies in Telangana
Huge number of nominations as several of 893 candidates filed multiple sets of papers
Patidar, spinners help Bengaluru snap six-match losing streak
Hyderabad, April 25: Rajat Patidars explosive fifty and a collective effort from the spinners set up Royal Challengers Bengalurus 35-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL here on Thursday, bringing an end to their six-match losing streak. Patidars 50 off 20 balls stood in stark contrast to Virat Kohlis measured 51 off 43 balls [] The post Patidar, spinners help Bengaluru snap six-match losing streak appeared first on The Shillong Times .
'It's not going to work...': Cummins after SRH's loss
Despite Sunrisers Hyderabad's strong batting record this season, where they scored over 250 runs three times, their in-form batting lineup could only post 171 for eight in their 20 overs. This loss was their third defeat in eight matches. Facing the Orange Army, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, eager for a crucial win, achieved a 35-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. This win ended their six-game losing streak, thanks to Rajat Patidar's explosive half-century, Virat Kohli's impressive innings, and excellent performances from their spinners.
Consumer Housing Sentiment Index robust
Hyderabad: Despite inflationary pressures, the Housing Sentiment Index (HSI) across India remains robust with strong buyer confidence, observed Magicbricks, Indias leading real estate platform. Based on preferences of over 4500 customers across 11 cities, Magicbricks launched its flagship Housing Sentiment Index (HSI) revealing a positive market outlook for the Indian residential real estate sector with an overall HSI of 149[1]. Ahmedabad emerged as the frontrunner with the highest HSI of 163, closely followed by Kolkata (160), Gurugram (157), and Hyderabad (156), propelled by enhanced infrastructure and upcoming new real estate projects. According to Sudhir Pai, CEO, Magicbricks, The current scenario of India's real estate sector reflects the most promising conditions witnessed in the past decade, instilling confidence among homebuyers and investors nationwide. It's also noteworthy that the demand is consistently surpassing available supply, showing encouraging signs of swift absorption when new inventory enters the market. The report also identified that mid-age professionals (24-35 age group) demonstrated the highest HSI (154). Furthermore, consumers with annual income of Rs 10-20 lakh displayed strongest aspirations for home buying, with HSI of 156. Elaborating on the same, Abhishek Bhadra, Head of Research, Magicbricks chimed Our research indicates that homebuyers are demonstrating a notable willingness to invest up to four times their annual incomes, serving as a significant gauge of prevailing sentiment and overall optimism within the market. This outlook is supported by various factors, such as increasing incomes, consistent economic stability, and targeted government initiatives aimed at reinforcing the resilience of the real estate sector. The report also revealed that a majority of homebuyers intend to make a purchase within 3 years, reflecting a promising outlook for both the present and future of the real estate market. Other findings of the report - Affordable housing had a dominant HSI of 152 - 54% of Indian buyers and more than 75% of female workforce prefer to invest in the stock market after real estate - Customers employed in Medical and pharma (163) and Government sector (158) exhibited a strong housing sentiment, possibly due to their jobs and correlated financial stability. - Homebuyers showed strong sentiment towards NBFCs (156) and Banks (152) for taking home loans owing to convenience, stability, favorable terms, and easy disbursal.
IPL: Players with most 50+ scores in winning cause
Virat Kohli starred with a half-century in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's second win of IPL 2024, against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Kohli's continuing middle-phase puzzle
CHENNAI: When Sunrisers Hyderabad opened the bowling with Abhishek Sharma against Virat Kohli, it was a no-brainer. Spin is a negative match-up against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter up front and every one in the cricketing fraternity knows it. What, perhaps, came as a surprise was Kohli kicking off with a four on the very first delivery. He did not stop there. Kohli went on to charge at Pat Cummins and flick him for four and then lofted the Australian inside out something you don't see often from him in the powerplay for another boundary. With Faf du Plessis too doing his bit, RCB had raced to 49/1 in three overs. At this point, Kohli was on 23 from 11 balls, batting at over 200+ strike rate. It's been a trend so far this year. Unlike the past, where Kohli has barely hit over 140 SR in the powerplay, he is striking at 155.4 in 2024. It is clear that he has had to make changes in his approach and is trying to be proactive. After all, his T20 innings construction has been a constant debate in this day where the role of an anchor is diminishing in the format. This season, with the T20 World Cup on the horizon, Kohli has shown intent up front. At least he has tried to. He is hitting the pacers over the infield often and has even slog swept spinners once in a while. However, the problem begins after the sixth over. As it did on Thursday. He played out Shahbaz Ahmad for just two runs in the fifth over, and hit a six off T Natarajan in the next over. But after the powerplay, Kohli went into a shell. He just worked singles and nothing else against Mayank Markande and Shahbaz. While they are considered as negative match ups, that he did not even try to take on Jaydev Unadkat and Pat Cummins only added to the slow down. From 23 off 11 balls, Kohli went to 50 off 37 in the 14th over. Kohli would get out trying to pull Unadkat six balls later, while only adding one run to his tally to be dismissed for a 43-ball 51. Although the ball did not necessarily come on nicely, a SR drop from 209 to 118, without a single boundary for eight overs from his bat makes little sense for someone like Kohli. At a time when teams are posting 200+ scores on a consistent basis, sometimes even without a single fifty, to call Kohli's T20 innings construction conservative is not out of place. As much as he has improved his intent in the first six overs 2024 is his best ever in terms of SR in the IPL his middle-overs approach hasn't changed. Since 2023, he has regularly struck in 130s while most batters try to accelerate between overs 7-16. This year, his SR in that phase is 131.29. Albeit an improvement from previous seasons, it is not on par with the current climate. To put it into context, among top-order batters in the ongoing IPL season (min. 82 runs in overs 7-16), only B Sai Sudharsan (126.84) and Ajinkya Rahane (126.15) strike slower than Kohli. Sanju Samson (155.26), Shubman Gill (150.6), Suryakumar Yadav (183.05) and Abhishek (189.13) are miles ahead in innings progression. Rohit Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad and KL Rahul, too, have their SR in the 130s, but they are marginally ahead. And among the three, only Rohit is a certainty in India's T20I XI and his PP SR (175.47) is much higher than Kohli. Which begs the question is Kohli's approach in middle-overs a deterrent to the potential total his side can put up? Only the teams can answer. On Thursday, RCB had the likes of Rajat Patidar (20 ball 50) and Cameron Green (37 n.o off 20) to make up as they posted 206/7 in 20 overs. Whether or not they defend it, Kohli's approach is up for debate, if not for RCB on Thursday, for India or any team he plays on a given day while batting first. And that is something he would want to change. For, if someone with the calibre of Kohli can upgrade himself in the powerplay, he could do the same if he wants to in the remaining phases of the game as well. Kohli innings construction since 2019 Year/Ovs SR 1-6 7-16 2019 138.9 118.6 2020 109.4 108.1 2021 130.3 106.5 2022 116.8 115.2 2023 136.8 133.9 2024* 155.4 131.29 * - until RCB v SRH on Thursday
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Virat Kohli scored a fine half-century in Match 41 of IPL 2024 against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Indian Premier League: At the toss, Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Faf du Plessis said they wanted to put the in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad under scoreboard pressure in Match 41 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium here on Thursday. His team did just that by posting a big total and taking early wickets to win the match. Royal Challengers Bengaluru rode on contrasting half-centuries by Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar and a brilliant all-round performance by Cameron Green, who scored an unbeaten 37 and claimed 2-12, to hand Sunrisers Hyderabad a 35-run defeat and registered their first win after six successive defeats in IPL 2024. Leg-spinner Karn Sharma (2-29) and Swapnil Singh (2-40) too claimed a double each on top of a superb bowling effort as SRH were restricted to 171/8 in 20 overs after a 37-ball fifty by Kohli and a blazing 19-ball half-century by Patidar propelled them to a challenging 206/7 after du Plessis chose to bat first on winning the toss. Considering that SRH has scored two of the biggest totals this season, it was a chasable target for them but they failed to gain any momentum and slumped to their third defeat of IPL and remain in third position. RCB have now won their second match but remain at the bottom. Sunrisers Hyderabad virtually lost the match in the Power-play as they suffered four setbacks -- none more debilitating than the wicket of opener Travis Head for one run in the first over. Du Plessis, who had boldly decided to bat first against an in-form SRH, continued with his fearless approach by opening the bowling with off-spinner Will Jacks. The move paid off as the 25-year-old Englishman struck gold on the last ball of the opening over when Head, who came in as an Impact Substitute, tried to hit him out of the park only to see the ball spin away and the top edge going straight to Karn Sharma on the off-side. Fellow opener Abhishek Sharma, who has a strike rate of 200-plus just like Travis Head, hammered a 13-ball 31 studded with three boundaries and two sixes before he fell to Yash Dayal, attempting a pull but mishitting it and lobbing a slice in the air for keeper Dinesh Karthik to pouch a skier. It became 41/3 in the fifth over when Markram completely missed a Swapnil Singh delivery to be trapped LBW for seven. And when a few deliveries later Klassen, after hitting Swapnil for a six, was out for seven off 3 balls, SRH slumped to 56/4 in the fifth over and their chase of 207 was in disarray. They ended the Power-play at 62/4, as compared to RCB's 61/1 but the three extra wickets proved a huge stumbling block. The dangerous Nitish Kumar Reddy was castled by Karn Sharma playing an ugly switch hit despite the difficult situation his team was in as SRH slumped to 69/5. Abdul Samad (10), who greeted Lockie Ferguson with a swat over long-on off his first delivery, chipped back to Karn, totally foxed by the leg spinner as he jumped out even before the ball was released. Pat Cummins raised SRH hopes by hammering Swapnil Singh for back-to-back sixes in the 11th over and blasted Karn Sharma for a four and six off successive deliveries in the next over, fell to fellow Aussie Cameron Green, trying to hit a short, wide delivery to Mohd Siraj at short third man, beaten by lack of pace in the delivery. He blazed to 31 off 15 balls, hitting one four and three sixes. SRH were 124/7 and the writing was clear on the wall. Green claimed one more wicket, sending back Bhuvneshwar Singh (13) as the run rate kept rising and SRH kept losing wickets. Earlier, Patidar hammered a blazing fifty, his second in successive matches and Kohli scored his fourth half-century at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium as RCB recovered from a decelerating scoring rate after the Power-play to post a big total. Kohli scored his fifty off 37 balls while Patidar hammered his half-century off just 19 balls as RCB posted another 200-plus score after skipper Faf du Plessis opted to bat first on a dual-paced pitch on which the slower one was quite effective. Patidar blasted four sixes in an over off Mayank Markande to shore up the RCB scoring rate after Kohli struggled to break free. Jaydev Unadkat applied the brakes on the free-scoring RCB innings by claiming the key wickets of Patidar, Kohli and Mahipal Lomror for a fine haul of 3-30 off four overs in his 100th outing in IPL. Earlier, skipper du Plessis (25) struck Bhuvneshwar Kumar for three boundaries in the second over, the pick of them being a four crashed through the covers off a fullish delivery outside the off stump. In the next over, he welcomed Pat Cummins with a superb six, scooping behind a delivery picked from around off-stump and planting him over the leg-side for the first six of the match. But the introduction of T. Natarajan brought his downfall when he holed out near the deep cover boundary trying to maintain the RCB scoring tempo in Power-play. RCB raced to 61/1 in Power-play, Will Jacks was out for six after he played all over a slower one from spinner Mayank Markande to make it 65/2. Though Kohli's strike rate went down, Patidar made for that with some brilliant strokes. Kohli, who started with a four off Abhishek Sharma's first delivery, struck back-to-back fours off Pat Cummins and struck a four and six off Natarajan in between singles. He went on to complete a slow half-century off 37 deliveries, hitting four boundaries and one six. This was his fourth successive half-century at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Patidar more than made up for the slow going from Kohli with a blazing half-century off 19 deliveries. The highlight of Patidar's sensational knock was the four sixes he blasted off successive deliveries against Markande, lofting, clobbering and pulling the leg-spinner as the over cost SRH 27 runs. Kohli and Patidar raised 65 runs for the third wicket partnership with the latter doing the bulk of scoring. The half-century of their partnership came in 23 balls with Patidar scoring 45 off them. However, SRH pulled things back a bit after Patidar fell by the sword, trying to play another big one but managed to flick the slow full toss from Jaydev Unadkat into the hands of Abdul Samad at deep square leg. Patidar's 20-ball 50 was studded with two boundaries and five maximums. Kohli completed his half-century off 37 balls, but Unadkat got him in the next over, getting him to hole out to Samad as the former RCB skipper failed to break free from the shackles. Mahipal Lomror was out cheaply but Cameron Green played a fine cameo and with the help of Dinesh Karthik (11 off 6) helped RCB reach a defendable total. Swapnil Singh struck a boundary and a six off the first two balls of the final over to help them cross the 200-run mark. Brief scores: Royal Challengers Bengaluru 206/7 in 20 overs (Virat Kohli 51, Rajat Patidar 50, Cameron Green 37 not out; Jaydev Unadkat 3-30, T.Natarajan 2-39) beat Sunrisers Hyderabad 171/8 in 20 overs (Shahbaz Ahmed 40 not out, Abhishek Sharma 31, Pat Cummins 31; Cameron Green 2-12, Karn Sharma 2-29, Swapnil Singh 2-40) by 35 runs
Spinners help Bengaluru defeat Hyderabad
Hyderabad could only score 171-8 as RCB registered only their second win in nine games and are still languishing at the bottom of the 10-team table.
Patidar, spinners help IPL's lowest ranked Bengaluru defeat Hyderabad - The Business Standard
Patidar, spinners help IPL's lowest ranked Bengaluru defeat Hyderabad The Business Standard
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Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli help RCB snap six-match losing streak
Rajat Patidar's explosive half-century, combined with a strong performance from the spinners, propelled the Royal Challengers Bangalore to a 35-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL on Thursday, snapping their six-match losing streak. Patidar's 50 runs off just 20 balls provided a striking contrast to Virat Kohli's steady 51 runs off 43 balls as RCB posted a total of 206 for seven after deciding to bat first.
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