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Rajnath Singh on 'parivarvaad' politics, says denied ticket to son in 2017 UP Assembly polls

Rajnath Singh on 'parivarvaad' politics, says denied ticket to son in 2017 UP Assembly polls Amid criticism by Opposition parties, especially the Congress, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday recalled that he had once denied a party ticket for his own son, the current MLA from Noida because he did not want to be accused of propagating 'parivaarvaad' (dynasty politics). Speaking at the Time Now Summit, the union minister referred to 2007 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections during the time he was the BJP President. At that time, former Chief Minister Kalyan Singh and current Governor of Rajasthan Kalraj Mishra came to me that they suggested that Pankaj Singh can contest from an assembly constituency in Varanasi. At that time, I was the president of the party and I refused. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani who were sitting next to me requested me but I refused both leaders and said that I will not give the ticket to my son with my own hands. Singh said, his son was also upset that he did not get my blessing. Pankaj came home and touched my feet, I did not give my blessings to him. He was very sad and went and complained to his mother. I clearly said that I cannot not give the symbol to my son with my own hand. After that Pankaj acted with great restraint and said to me 'Papa, if you don't want me, I will not contest the elections, the Union Minister said. Singh said that his son was given a ticket to contest in 2017 when Amit Shah was the national president of the BJP. Explaining more about the concept of 'parivaarwad', Rajnath Singh said, Suppose I am the president of a party and have a wish that my son would hold the post after me and later his son ... we call them parivaarwad. PM Modi also clarified dynastic politics in the House, in which he said that 'If 8-9 people of a family are active in the politics, we cannot call it parivarvaad, but when a family runs a party and preference is given to a family, that is parivarvaad'. It means that the party does not practice democracy and there should be at least internal democracy in every party, Singh said. PM Modi had on February 5 in his Motion of Thanks to the President's address speech in Parliament said that if a family has progressed on its own, they do not oppose it and they oppose the nepotism in which the family alone runs the family party and the family takes all the decisions of the party. Addressing a rally in Nizamabad last year, BJP national J P Nadda had said, We are fighting Farooq Abdullah and his son and Mehbooba Mufti in Jammu and Kashmir. Prakash Singh Badal and now Sukhbir Singh Badal in Punjab. Chautala Brothers in Haryana. In Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party, whose leaders were Mulayam Singh and later Akhilesh and Dimple. We are fighting Lalu's family in Bihar, Mamata and her nephew in Bengal, Stalin's family in Tamil Nadu, and KCR, KTR and Kavitha here in Telangana. (ANI)

devdiscourse 28 Mar 2024 2:07 pm

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann blessed with baby girl

Chandigarh: Amid poll heat, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and his wife Gurpreet Kaur were blessed with a baby girl on Thursday. Bhagwant Mann shared the news on X with a post in Punjabi. God has given the gift of a daughter Both the mother and the child are healthy, he said in the post. 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 .

The Siasat Daily 28 Mar 2024 2:03 pm

Amar Singh Chamkila trailer: Imtiaz Ali brings 'Elvis of Punjab' to life

Amar Singh Chamkila trailer Imtiaz Ali brings Elvis of Punjab to life

India Today 28 Mar 2024 1:51 pm

Amar Singh Chamkila Trailer: Diljit Dosanjh Reveals The Soulful Story Of 'Elvis Presley Of Punjab'

Imtiaz Ali has directed and written the Netflix release The makers of Amar Singh Chamkila have dropped the full length trailer of upcoming anticipated film led by Diljit Dosanjh and written and directed by Imtiaz Ali. The clip reveals a glimpse of his astonishing story. For the unversed, Chamkila was Punjabs original rockstar and was the highest record-selling artist

mashable 28 Mar 2024 1:46 pm

IPL 2024: 'They Opened For Australia...', Says Ganguly On DC's Opting For Warner, Marsh As Opening Pair Vs PBKS

Delhi Capitals Sourav Ganguly: Director of Cricket for Delhi Capitals Sourav Ganguly shed light on the rationale behind Delhi Capitals (DC) opting for an all-Australian opening combination of David Warner and Mitchell Marsh, sidelining the opener Prithvi Shaw, in their tournament opener against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in IPL 2024. Marsh partnering Warner at the top against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their season opener in Mullanpur, raised eyebrows, as many were surprised by the omission of Prithvi Shaw despite his retention in the team prior to the mini-auction in December. Prithvi Shaw is an opener. We decided to open with Marsh and Warner and Ricky Bhui is a middle-order batter. So, they bat at different positions. So it's actually not Bhui for sure. It's a different opening combination, they opened for Australia and they have done well together. So, we decided to do that, Ganguly told the reporters ahead of DC' match against Rajasthan Royals. Despite initial success with Warner and Marsh providing a brisk start against Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals faced challenges in maintaining momentum in the latter stages of the innings, ultimately posting a modest total of 174. Ganguly also addressed concerns regarding Shaw's limited involvement in pre-season preparations, attributing his absence to injury setbacks and commitments to Mumbai's Ranji Trophy campaign. Acknowledging Shaw's promising County Championship stint cut short by injury, Ganguly emphasized the importance of players' fitness and prior commitments, which impacted their availability for pre-season training camps. To be honest, we did not get much of Prithvi Shaw in the camp. Unfortunately, he was injured for a long time. After he went to England for the county stint in Northamptonshire where he played exceptionally well and tore his ligament in the knee, we couldn't get him till February. After he came back to fitness, he played Ranji Trophy. I remember we set up a four-day training camp with him, but then, the NCA announced him fit and then he went on to play Ranji Trophy. You can't take anybody away from Ranji Trophy and put in an IPL camp. And then Mumbai won the tournament, and he played till the last day of the tournament. He played till 14th and then joined the camp. So I honestly didn't get Prithvi. But, got a lot of others, Khaleel, Abishek Porel, Ricky Bhui, Kumar Kushagra, Ishant Sharma, we got them together for a couple of times. We only had that much time to work with them, Ganguly said. Despite Shaw's underwhelming performances in previous IPL seasons, Delhi Capitals retained faith in the young opener and retained him ahead of the 17th season. Delhi Capitals will face Rajasthan Royals at Jaipur on Thursday.

CNMSports 28 Mar 2024 1:46 pm

BJP is running 'Operation Lotus' in Punjab: AAP

The BJP stood fourth in (the 2022) Punjab (assembly elections) after AAP, Shriomani Akali Dal and Congress. The question is why did Rinku join the BJP. His tenure as Lok Sabha MP has also ended. The BJP will also come fourth in the Jalandhar Lok Sabha polls

Rediff 28 Mar 2024 1:34 pm

Preity Zinta Cooked Paranthas For Me: Ex-England Star 'Forever Thankful'

Over the years, the team owners are as much in focus as are the cricket stars. Preity Zinta is one such celebrity team owner of Punjab Kings

NDTV 28 Mar 2024 1:28 pm

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, wife welcome baby girl

Mann married Kaur in 2022 after he separated from his first wife in 2015. He has two children from his first marriage - a son and a daughter.

The Economic Times 28 Mar 2024 1:28 pm

AAP Accuses `BJP Of Toppling Punjab Government` Amidst Delhi CM Kejriwal`s Arrest

AAP alleged that BJP wants to topple the government in Punjab and Delhi with Kejriwal's arrest in the Delhi excise policy scam case.

Zee News 28 Mar 2024 1:25 pm

AAP accuses BJP of poaching MP, MLA in Punjab

New Delhi, March 28: AAP leader and Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Thursday alleged that BJP has poached their partys MP Sushil Kumar Rinku and MLA Sheetal Angural, and that numerous MLAs in the state had been tempted with financial incentives to defect and align with the BJP, with promises of Y+ security and positions. [] The post AAP accuses BJP of poaching MP, MLA in Punjab appeared first on The Shillong Times .

The Shillong Times 28 Mar 2024 1:23 pm

Amar Singh Chamkila trailer: Diljit Dosanjh becomes the Elvis Presley of Punjab

Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the biopic of the slain Punjabi folk singer is slated to premiere on Netflix on April 12

The Hindu 28 Mar 2024 1:16 pm

Pro-Khalistan graffiti found on metro station pillar in Delhi, FIR registered

Pro-Khalistan graffiti found on metro station pillar in Delhi, FIR registered Pro-Khalistan graffiti was found on a pillar of Punjabi Bagh metro station in west Delhi on Thursday morning, police said. An FIR has been registered in connection with the matter, they said. Police received a call around 9:30 am about the graffiti on the pillar of Punjabi Bagh metro station, an officer said. Local police inspected the spot and found ''Delhi Banega Khalistan'' written on the pillar with black paint. The graffiti had been painted over in yellow. An FIR has been registered, the officer said.

devdiscourse 28 Mar 2024 1:07 pm

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, Wife Gurpreet Kaur Blessed with Daughter

Punjab chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Bhagwant Singh Mann and his wife, Dr Gurpreet Kaur, were blessed with a daughter on Thursday.

News18 28 Mar 2024 12:56 pm

Amar Singh Chamkila Trailer Out: Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra Play Punjabs OG Rockstars

Amar Singh Chamkila promises to take audiences to the vibrant and rhythmic world of Punjabs folk music.

News18 28 Mar 2024 12:54 pm

L'Oral Professionnel brings Indian Hairdressing Awards - India's biggest hairdressing competition

L'Oral Professionnel brings Indian Hairdressing Awards - India's biggest hairdressing competition L'Oral Professionnel, the professional hair tech brand, is set to introduce the iconic Indian Hairdressing Awards, in an all-new format of a reality series streaming exclusively on JioCinema. Since 2014, The Indian Hairdressing Awards celebrated the art and skill of professional hairstyling. The competition recognizes and rewards hairstylists across the country. This year's edition was announced in August 2023 and received over 100K entries for its theme 'Meta-morphosis' that represents real transformation. From the thousands of hairdressers who participated in the competition, 89 regional finalists were chosen to compete based on technical skills. They were judged by an eminent jury comprising international hair artists and beauty media representatives. The top 12 hairstylists, hailing from cities like Indore, Kanpur, Rajkot, Kolkata, Ludhiana, New Delhi, Chandigarh, Bangalore, and Mumbai, will now compete in a mega-augmented L'Oral Professionnel salon. Judging their art and technique will be an illustrious panel featuring the renowned film maker - Karan Johar, Min Kim, the L'Oral Professionnel global color ambassador, - and an exciting line-up of Bollywood celebrities. For the first four episodes, guest judges Harnaaz Sandhu, and Alaiya F. will join the panel. The 12 hair pros will go through three challenges testing their skill and creativity in real transformations through hair color, haircut, and styling. Hairstylists will have to achieve the ultimate freedom of self-expression and propose bold, elevated and out-of-the-box looks. Both judges and consumers will score these challenges. They will then compete in front of a live audience at the Grand Finale, which will also be streamed on JioCinema on 22nd April' 24. The excitement doesn't end there! Viewers can catch the action-packed episodes on JioCinema, with four episodes launching on March 29th, 2024. To watch the show, simply download the JioCinema app and log in. Moreover, consumers can cast their votes for their favourite hairstylists through the provided link : https://iha.lorealprofessionnel.in/jury. Voting lines will open on the 29th of March. The competition will culminate in a Grand Finale, streamed live on JioCinema, where the winners will not only win the consumers' hearts but also a trip to Paris and an opportunity to enhance their skills at Le Visionnaire, the prestigious L'Oral academy in Paris. TVC Link - https://www.instagram.com/p/C40ZRhBr07E/ IHA Website Link - https://iha.lorealprofessionnel.in/ Speaking on the launch of India's only hairstyling reality series, Mathilde Barthlemy-Vigier, General Manager, L'Oral Professionnel, India said, ''L'Oral Professionnel has taken giant strides into the future. Consumer and hairstylist centricity are our key drivers to elevate the professional hair industry in India. In the last two decades, the country's professional hair salon landscape has evolved at a supersonic pace. The skill of Indian hairstylists is now at par with global hair artists' and with the 2024 edition of The Indian Hairdressing Awards, we wish to celebrate their infinite talent and potential.'' Speaking on the partnership with L'Oral Professionnel, Viacom18 Media's Head of Network Sales Mahesh Shetty said , ''At Viacom18, we have always worked towards developing and building IPs and formats that are sustainable, relevant and one that deepens consumer connect. L'Oral Professionnel is the undisputed leader in the professional hair care and styling category and The Indian Hairdressing Awards re-affirms them as thought leaders in this space. As digital partners, we are confident of providing this unique property with its deserving reach through JioCinema, thereby elevating the IP to newer heights.'' About L'Oral Professionnel: L'Oral was founded in 1909 and has since maintained its dominance in the global markets of haircare, cosmetics, and skincare. L'Oral Professionnel Paris has been at the forefront of delivering game-changing innovations in hair, powered by science, with an obsession for quality and performance. It also strives to support, champion, and elevate talent in the Indian hair industry by empowering hair artistry. L'Oral Professionnel Paris is part of the company's Professional Products Division, whose mission is to reinvent professional beauty and lead the digital transformation of the industry with a customer-centric approach. Some of the other brands included within the Professional Products Division are Matrix, Biolage, Redken and Krastase Paris. About Jio Cinema : Jio Cinema is an OTT platform from the house of RSL. We have over 1 lakh+ hours of exciting content: movies, TV Shows, music videos, Jio shorts, trailers for your viewers. Now explore best studios of the world and watch your favourites in a highly optimized and world-class video streaming experience. Just login with your Jio ID and Password and you are good to go. Watch back-to-back episodes of your favourite serials, movies, international music videos, interesting short clips and more on your Web browser! Enjoy and browse through Hindi, English, Tamil, Kannada, Marathi, Telugu, Bengali, Gujarati, and Punjabi content. Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2374170/Hairdressing_Awards.jpg

devdiscourse 28 Mar 2024 12:39 pm

Pakistan: Five people released on bail in May 9 riots case, rearrested shortly afterwards

Pakistan: Five people released on bail in May 9 riots case, rearrested shortly afterwards Five people detained for their alleged involvment in the vandalising state and military properties following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on May 9 last year and granted bail recently by the Pakistan Supreme Court, have now been rearrested under the 16 MPO (Punjab Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance, 1960). The suspects were arrested soon after their release after the 16 MPO was issued by Rawalpindi deputy commissioner. They were released from Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi last night after the suspects submitted their surety bonds. The five suspects, Owais, Saifullah, Nasrullah, Kamran and Waqas, were booked in the May 9 violence case registered at the New Tow Police Station. A number of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers and others were arrested after protests broke out across the country following Imran Khan's arrest in the Al-Qadir Trust case. Last week, a three-member bench comprising Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi, and Justice Mussarat Hilali granted bail to five suspects booked in the May 9 violence case. Justice Mandokhail observed during the hearing that the authorities concerned were not arresting the eal terrorists but were after those who take out political rallies. The apex court approved the bail in exchange for surety bonds of PKR 50,000 each. It also directed the trial court to give a verdict without getting influenced. On Wednesday, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan reiterated his demand for a judicial inquiry into the May 9 violence and the alleged rigging in the February 8 elections, Dawn reported. The PTI founder also urged the Chief Justice of Pakistan to hear the petitions filed by the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI). He urged Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa to set up a judicial commission to probe the matter. Khan renewed his call for a judicial probe into alleged rigging while speaking to journalists after attending a court hearing in the alleged corruption case involving 190 million pounds. The former PM said the establishment was using the May 9 violence as a pretext to dismantle his party in accordance with the 'London plan'. The culprits could have been identified through CCTV footage, but these have been stolen. Those behind the footage theft were responsible for the May 9 episode, the PTI chief said. He alleged that the closure of cases related to the Sharif family and President Asif Ali Zardari was part of the London plan, Dawn reported.(ANI)

devdiscourse 28 Mar 2024 12:31 pm

Watch The New Punjabi Music Video For Ladli By Gill Armaan

Watch the latest Punjabi song For Ladli sung by Gill Armaan. The music for this captivating track has been composed, with heartfelt lyrics also penned by Gill Armaan. The music video of the song is directed by Trusty Films. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song Ladli by Gill Armaan and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Gill Armaan and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 11:47 am

LIVE- Amar Singh Chamkila Official Trailer Launch Event: Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra & Imtiaz Ali

Catch the LIVE Trailer Launch Event of Imtiaz Alis dream project BIOPIC film based on the life of legendary Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila. Popstar & actor Diljit Dosanjh portrays the character of Amar Singh Chamkila in the movie, while Parineeti Chopra plays Amarjot Kaur, Chamkilas second wife. The highly anticipated Imtiaz Ali directorial is [] Read on Lehren - LIVE- Amar Singh Chamkila Official Trailer Launch Event: Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra & Imtiaz Ali

lehren 28 Mar 2024 11:33 am

Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For Guddi Charhi Hoyi A By Jazzy B

Enjoy the latest Punjabi song Guddi Charhi Hoyi A sung by Jazzy B. The music for this captivating track has been given by Shaan and Verinder, with heartfelt lyrics penned by Ninder Moranwalia. The music video of the song is directed by Murshed. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song Guddi Charhi Hoyi A by Jazzy B and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Jazzy B, Shaan & Verinder songs, Ninder Moranwalia songs, Murshed video songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 11:26 am

Watch The New Punjabi Music Video For Candles By Raavi Gill

Watch the latest Punjabi song Candles sung by Raavi Gill. The music for this captivating track has been given by Gur Sidhu, with heartfelt lyrics penned by Ilam. The music video of the song is directed by Hrprt brar. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song Candles by Raavi Gill and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Raavi Gill, Gur Sidhu songs, Ilam songs, Hrprt Brar video songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 11:26 am

Watch The New Punjabi Music Video For My Boyz By Kambi Rajpuria

Watch the latest Punjabi song My Boyz sung by Kambi Rajpuria. The music for this captivating track has been given by Deep Jandu, with heartfelt lyrics penned by Raja. The music video of the song is directed by Big Thought Films. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song My Boyz by Kambi Rajpuria and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Kambi Rajpuria, Deep Jandu songs, Raja songs, Big Thought Films video songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 11:26 am

Watch The New Punjabi Music Video For Nahkre By Ravi Deol

Watch the latest Punjabi song Nahkre sung by Ravi Deol. The music for this captivating track has been given by Dark Noise, with heartfelt lyrics penned by Ravi Deol. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song Nahkre by Ravi Deol and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Ravi Deol, Dark Noise songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 11:26 am

BJP resorting to hooliganism; this will harm country: AAP leader Sandeep Pathak

The people of Delhi and Punjab voted for Arvind Kejriwal with high hopes. The BJP is doing this goondagardi not with a party but with the country, the AAP leader said.

The Hindu 28 Mar 2024 11:19 am

Luxury London Apartment of Nirav Modi Set for Sale at Rs.55-Cr After UK Court Approval

Nirav Modi's opulent apartment nestled in London is poised to fetch a staggering sum of Rs. 55 crore (5.25 million) or more as it gears up for sale. The green light for the sale was granted by a UK court ruling on March 27th. The legal battle involved Trident Trust Company (Singapore) as the claimant, with representations from the Enforcement Directorate (ED). This lavish apartment, owned by the 52-year-old diamond merchant who is on the run, is situated in the prestigious Marylebone area of central London. Barrister Harish Salve, representing the ED, informed the court about the mutual decision to sell the asset, aiming to safeguard the interests of the primary beneficiary, likely the Indian government. This move also aims to prevent a hasty sale of the property. The asset is linked to the Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud amounting to Rs. 16,672 crore, according to the ED. Nirav Modi has been entangled in extradition proceedings since 2022 after losing the legal battle in the Supreme Court. The hearing, presided over by Master James Brightwell, saw Modi attending virtually from his confinement. The judge concluded, I am satisfied that it is a reasonable decision to allow for the property to be sold for GBP 5.25 million or above. Master Brightwell acknowledged ED's objections regarding the establishment of the trust holding the property. The trust was formed in December 2017 in the name of Nirav Modi's sister, Purvi Modi, and their family as beneficiaries, making this case notably unusual. Purvi Modi and her adult children refrained from participating in the proceedings as part of an arrangement with the Indian authorities. Nirav Modi asserted that he should be recognized as a beneficiary since he was the true settler of the trust. Nirav Modi argued that he either gifted or loaned Rs. 6.5 crore (625,000) to the trust, which was then utilized to purchase the property. He claims entitlement to any proceeds from the sale. Modi expressed apprehension that the ED might freeze any funds received from the sale. In April 2021, the UK Home Secretary at the time, Priti Patel, issued Nirav's extradition order based on Judge Sam Goozee's ruling at Westminster Magistrates Court. 2024 World Theatre Day Celebrations Head to North China's Langfang World Cooperation Economic Forum Aims to Establish 500 Campus Cooperatives in Universities

News Track 28 Mar 2024 10:02 am

AAPs double blow after Cong losses as turncoats in Punjab have field day

Punjab witnesses political party switches as AAP leaders move to BJP. More expected for Lok Sabha polls. Mann criticizes Rinku, Angural for switch. Bajwa also criticizes on X.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 9:00 am

Talk with Brian Lara helped massively: SRH batter Abhishek following record-breaking knock against MI

Talk with Brian Lara helped massively: SRH batter Abhishek following record-breaking knock against MI Following his side's win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder Abhishek Sharma expressed admiration for his batting partner Travis Head and opened up on how a chat with West Indies batting great Brian Lara helped him massively. Abhishek was one of the shining stars for the Orange Army in their 31-run win over five-time champions MI in a record-breaking IPL match at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, as he smashed the fastest fifty in history of the franchise, in just 16 balls, to take home the 'Player of the Match' honours. Coming in at number three instead of his preferred opening spot, the 23-year-old made a strong impact. Speaking after the game in the post-match presentation, Abhishek said, I said in the previous interview too, the domestic season gives us a lot of confidence. The message for the batters is simple - go out and express yourself. The plan was to attack, I enjoyed batting with Head, he is one of my favourite batters, and I admire him. He told me to go for it if it was in my zone. I am happy to be getting my chances, does not matter what position I am playing. I had a chance to talk to Brian Lara last night and that helped me massively. I would rather bowl more in practice than bat, trying my best with bowling as well. Abhishek came into this IPL following a great Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament for Punjab last year, ending the tournament as the second-highest scorer with 485 runs at an average of 48.50 and a strike rate of over 192, with two centuries and three fifties in 10 innings. In his IPL appearances this year, he has managed knocks of 63 against SRH and 32 against Kolkata Knight Riders (SRH) in the campaign opener. Though he had a fine IPL 2022, scoring 426 runs in 14 matches at an average of 30.43 and a strike rate of over 133, including two fifties, he could not get much better opportunities to bat next year due to team combinations, batting down the order, and making 226 runs in 11 matches. He is with the SRH franchise since 2019, after a brief stint with Delhi Capitals back in 2018. Coming to the match, Sunrisers Hyderabad was put to bat first by Mumbai Indians. MI got Mayank Agarwal (11) early. But fiery knocks came from Travis Head (62 in 24 balls, with nine fours and three sixes), Abhishek Sharma (63 in 23 balls with three fours and seven sixes) that powered SRH to 148/2 in their 10 overs. Abhishek-Head put on a 68-run partnership for the second wicket. Following a brief 48-run stand between Abhishek and Aiden Markram (42* in 28 balls, with two fours and a six), Heinrich Klaasen (80* in 34 balls, with four boundaries and seven sixes) formed a 116-run stand in 54 balls to take SRH to 277/3 in their 20 overs, the highest-ever IPL total. Gerald Coetzee (1/57), skipper Hardik Pandya (1/46) and Piyush Chawla (1/34) took wickets for MI. South African U19 star Kwena Maphanka was hit for 66 runs on his debut IPL game in his four overs. Chasing 278, openers Rohit Sharma (26 in 12 balls, with a four and three sixes) and Ishan Kishan (34 in 13 balls, with two fours and three sixes) gave MI a fine start, racing to 56 in 3.2 overs. After both openers were dismissed, Naman Dhir (30 in 14 balls, with two fours and two sixes) and Tilak Varma (64 in 34 balls, with two fours and six sixes) formed a 84-run stand, taking MI to 150 in 10.4 when Dhir was dismissed in an unbelievable counterattack. Tilak kept fighting for MI along with skipper Hardik Pandya (24 in 20 balls, with a four and six), taking MI to 182/4 in 14.1 overs at the time of Tilak's dismissal. In the death overs, Tim David (42* in 22 balls, with two fours and three sixes) battled it out for MI along with Pandya and Romario Shepherd (15* in six balls, with two fours and a six). But MI had been controlled well by SRH bowlers and restricted to a commendable 246/5 in 20 overs, losing by 31 runs. Skipper Pat Cummins (2/35) and Jaydev Unadkat (2/47) were the top bowlers for SRH. Shahbaz Ahmed also got a wicket. Abhishek took home the 'Player of the Match' award for his fifty. (ANI)

devdiscourse 28 Mar 2024 8:53 am

UK Court Allows Sale of Nirav Modis Luxury London Flat

The case involves Trident Trust Company (Singapore) Pte Limited as the claimant, seeking to sell its apartment asset in the Marylebone area of central London, and the ED arguing that the trusts assets represent the proceeds of a massive fraud on the Punjab National Bank (PNB) for which Nirav is facing extradition proceedings.

News18 28 Mar 2024 8:27 am

'Donkey route' for a better life takes man to German refugee camp

Harvinder Singh's journey from Punjab to a German refugee camp via Serbia highlights the exploitation of the Balkan route by an organized crime group. Deported after facing harsh conditions, Singh's case reveals the dangers of illegal immigration.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 7:59 am

Double blow to AAP in Punjab as MP & MLA join BJP

CHANDIGARH : In a double blow to the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, its MP from Jalandhar Sushil Kumar Rinku and Jalandhar (West) MLA Sheetal Angural joined the BJP on Wednesday. Rinku, third MP from the state to join the BJP, is likely to be fielded from Jalandhar. Earlier Congress MPs Preneet Kaur and Raveneet Singh Bittu had joined the saffron party. Rinku and Angural joined the BJP in the presence of Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri, Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar and partys national general secretary Vinod Tawde. Rinku, the only AAP MP in the outgoing Lok Sabha, was elected from Jalandhar by a margin of 58,691 votes in a bypoll in 2023. Sources said he was upset as most of his projects that he had promised to people ahead of his 2023 bypoll had not taken off in the past 10 months. I am impressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Rinku said, praising the Centre for its development initiatives. He accused the AAP-led Punjab government of not helping him in development works. I have no greed for power. I am doing a new experiment for the betterment of Jalandhar. It is true that the promises I made to the people of Jalandhar were not fulfilled because my party (AAP) did not support me, he said. We will take Jalandhar forward and bring all the projects of the Central government to Jalandhar. Jakhar slammed the AAP alleging that the excise scam in Punjab is many times bigger than the one in Delhi. Puri and Tawde said the joining of the AAP leaders will boost the BJP following its decision to go it alone in Punjab. AAP alleged that the BJP is harassing the opposition and trying to poach its leaders by calling them from foreign numbers.

The New Indian Express 28 Mar 2024 6:55 am

Express View on SAD-BJP separation in Punjab: Two apart

The Indian Express 28 Mar 2024 6:50 am

AROs to permit loudspeakers

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:21 am

Young India converges on PAU campus

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:21 am

44 centres for SOE entrance test

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:21 am

2 yrs later, second child rapist arrested in Khanna

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:20 am

Acting CJ visits to inspect courts

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:20 am

Toothless dog sterilisation project gets another 6 mths

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:20 am

Glada checks water samples

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:20 am

Bittus ditching Cong troubling his new side

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:19 am

Cong woe: Little choice when its free to choose

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 5:19 am

AAP's lone Punjab MP, Jalandhar West MLA join BJP

In a significant move, AAP's Lok Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Rinku and Jalandhar West MLA Sheetal Angural switch sides to BJP, impacting Punjab's political dynamics. The shift follows BJP's independent contest announcement and inclusion of Congress MP Ravneet Bittu. This trend of crossovers signals a changing political landscape with upcoming LS polls.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2024 4:00 am

India objects to US remarks on opposition figure Kejriwal's arrest

India objects to US remarks on opposition figure Kejriwal's arrest India strongly objected on Wednesday to U.S. remarks about its internal affairs after the arrest of Delhi's chief minister, a government rival, and the freezing of opposition Congress party bank accounts ahead of an election. Arvind Kejriwal, whose Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) governs the national capital territory and the northern state of Punjab, was arrested last week by the federal financial crime-fighting agency on corruption charges, weeks before Indians head to the polls from April 19. AAP, all of whose main leaders are now imprisoned in connection with the case, says Kejriwal has been falsely arrested in a fabricated case. It has an electoral alliance with the Congress party and others who aim to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party. On Wednesday, India summoned the acting U.S. deputy chief of mission in New Delhi following a State Department comment on Monday that it was closely following reports of Kejriwal's arrest and that it encouraged a fair legal process. India's legal processes are based on an independent judiciary which is committed to objective and timely outcomes. Casting aspersions on that is unwarranted, the Indian foreign ministry said in a statement. In diplomacy, states are expected to be respectful of the sovereignty and internal affairs of others. This responsibility is even more so in case of fellow democracies. It could otherwise end up setting unhealthy precedents, it said. India and the U.S. enjoy close ties and Washington has increasingly come to see New Delhi as an important partner in its effort to push back against China's growing power worldwide. When asked about the summoning of the diplomat, a U.S. State Department spokesperson said he would not discuss private conversations but reiterated that Washington encouraged a fair, transparent and timely legal process for Kejriwal and for the Congress party. The Congress party said last week its bank accounts had been frozen over an income tax case. It called the action politically motivated. The federal government and Modi's party deny political interference. Kejriwal's arrest after the announcement of elections has angered the opposition alliance challenging Modi and drawn international attention. The U.S. comments on Kejriwal followed those by Germany, which said Berlin assumes and expects that the standards relating to independence of judiciary and basic democratic principles will also be applied in this case. In response, New Delhi summoned a German envoy to protest against the remarks.

devdiscourse 28 Mar 2024 2:46 am

AAPs lone Lok Sabha MP and Punjab leader Sushil Kumar Rinku, MLA join BJP

NEW DELHI, March 27: The Aam Aadmi Partys MP and lone Lok Sabha member Sushil Kumar Rinku joined the BJP on Wednesday along with party MLA Sheetal Angural, dealing a blow to the party already facing a crisis following the arrest of its leader and Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal. Rinku, the MP from Jalandhar []

thehillstimes 28 Mar 2024 1:05 am

Dilip Cherian | Kejriwal arrest puts Delhi chief secy in hot seat ahead of summer

Although AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has announced that he will continue to function as Delhis chief minister from ED custody, babu corridors are buzzing with news of Delhi water minister Atishi Marlena directing chief secretary Naresh Kumar to keep a close eye on the efficient functioning of the citys water and sewer systems. Shes made it clear that he needs to ensure there are enough water tankers for every part of the city during the hot summer months. Its clear that Atishi has stepped in to fill the void left by Mr Kejriwals arrest by the Enforcement Directorate. Now, if you are a Dilliwalla, you know theres a real showdown between the Delhi government and lieutenant governor V.K. Saxena. Things have got even more interesting with this new order and the incarceration of the chief minister. Its like the power struggle has hit a new low, with the chief secretary caught in the middle. Usually, the folks at the Delhi Jal Board handle the water tankers. But now, it looks like the chief secretarys got to keep an eye on them, too. So, if there is any chaos with water in the coming hot months, guess whos getting the blame? Mr Kumar, however, is a veteran babu whos seen through many a strategic move. Observers note that Mr Kumar has played his cards well, something his predecessors like M.M. Kutty and Vijay Kumar Dev could not accomplish. In the hot days ahead with a growing dread of the looming water scarcity, we may have a silly summer potboiler on our hands. Tactical home secy reshuffles in the states The recent reshuffling of home secretaries in BJP-ruled states, with exceptions in Himachal Pradesh and Jharkhand may have surprised some but the removal of West Bengals director general of police Rajeev Kumar by the Election Commission wasnt entirely unexpected. While inter-party dynamics certainly play a role, intra-party matters are equally significant, particularly in the context of elections, as evidenced by the change in the home secretary of one of the largest electorally significant states. The swift change in Gujarats home secretary raises questions about its underlying message. Indeed, speculation abounds that these decisions carry deeper implications beyond the surface, perhaps even serving as strategic messaging tools. Insiders suggest that more such decisions may be expected, hinting at a broader political strategy at play. The decision to replace Bengal DGP Rajeev Kumar with Sanjay Mukherjee highlights the chessboard moves of the Centre before the elections. Interestingly, Mr Mukherjee was named only after the poll panel had initially named IPS officer Vivek Sahay as the next DGP, before changing its mind. Further, the Election Commissions directive to the West Bengal chief secretary to ensure immediate compliance with the new appointment perhaps reveals the Centres jitters about the political landscape it faces in this crucial state. The stakes are high, and this poll battle may well prove decisive. Show cause notice to health babu over IVF controversy The Punjab governments move to slap a show cause notice on principal secretary of health Ajoy Sharma regarding the IVF treatment given to the late singer Sidhu Moosewalas mother shows theyre taking this pretty seriously. Mr Sharmas got two weeks to explain why the government shouldnt initiate disciplinary action against him for supposedly not bringing it up with the bigwigs, certainly chief minister Bhagwant Mann and health minister Balbir Singh. This all kicked off after the slain singers father claimed that the Punjab government was giving him a hard time over his new baby boy, born through IVF. Since this is now such a big deal, Mr Sharma has been directed to submit a report to the health minister, following the terms laid out in the Business Rules of 1992. Even the Union ministry of health and family welfare has stepped into the picture, seeking a report from the IAS officer. The birth of the baby, two years after Sidhus tragic death, has caused a stir, especially since both parents are above the eligible age for IVF treatment. Yet, even as the nation is busy with the general elections beginning next month, the business of government must continue. The crackdown on the IAS officer is about making sure everyone plays by the rules and there is fairness in the system.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Mar 2024 12:10 am

DC Edit | BJP alliance plan fails to work in Punjab, Odisha

The BJP has claimed that its National Democratic Alliance will win more than 400 seats in the Lok Sabha elections and that it has been assiduously working towards expanding the base of the coalition as every vote and every seat count in this mission. However, its failure to revive the alliance with Shiromani Akali Dal in Punjab and the Biju Janata Dal in Odisha has gone against this aim. The Akali Dal is one of the oldest allies of the BJP; next to only the Shiv Sena. In fact, the SAD with a strong anti-Congress grain in its DNA was part of the Janata Party government in 1977 where Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Lal Krishna Advani were ministers. The SAD, led by Prakash Singh Badal, offered unconditional support to the newly-formed NDA in 1996, which helped the BJP shake off, albeit partially, the image it had acquired after the demolition of the Babri Masjid. The bonhomie continued till 2020 when the two parted ways on the issue of the now-scrapped agricultural laws. While the BJP wanted to extend its economic agenda to the agriculture sector, the SAD suddenly became aware of its core constituency which was to be impacted by the BJP-led governments plan. The party realised that clinging to power at the Centre would come at the cost of sacrificing the interests of the farmers of Punjab who were on the streets protesting against the Union government and would not hesitate to become its nemesis. Hence the party chose to end its 24-year-old alliance with the BJP. The same realisation has now stopped the party from returning to the fold, also given the BJPs pattern of slowly subjugating its alliance partners in other states. The JD(U) in Bihar, the Shiv Sena in Maharashtra and the AIADMK in Tamil Nadu are some of the prime examples in this context. With the Congress and its INDIA alliance partner, AAP, going their separate ways, Punjab will now see a four-cornered contest this time. A similar fear has stopped the BJD from forging a formal alliance with the BJP in Odisha. It is a fact that the BJD has always come to the aid of the saffron party whenever needed in Parliament but it has now chosen to keep its bargaining chip intact. The BJD will sooner or later face a crisis of succession and it will be suicidal to have an ally which has a history of dominating relationships. It knows very well that even a small concession it now makes to the BJP, whether in terms of the number of seats to the Assembly or to the Lok Sabha, will come back to haunt it. In addition, a BJD-BJP alliance will concede the Opposition space fully to the Congress, which neither party wants. The BJP has perfected the art of creating and maintaining alliances in the last three decades but it appears that the party sometimes slips on its promises to parties with strong bases. No tall talk, but learning such skills will come in handy on a rainy day.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Mar 2024 12:10 am

BJP offered us money to switch sides, claim 3 AAP MLAs

AGENCIES As AAP's lone Lok Sabha MP from Punjab and an MLA joined the BJP on Wednesday, three AAP legislators from the state claimed that they received calls offering them money to join the BJP. The Aam Aadmi Party alleged that the BJP had again started Operation Lotus in Punjab and was trying to break [] The post BJP offered us money to switch sides, claim 3 AAP MLAs appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 27 Mar 2024 11:28 pm

UK court allows sale of Nirav Modi's luxury London flat

The case involves Trident Trust Company (Singapore) Pte Limited as the claimant, seeking to sell its apartment asset in the Marylebone area of central London, and the ED arguing that the trust's assets represent the proceeds of a massive fraud on the Punjab National Bank (PNB) for which Nirav is facing extradition proceedings.

The Economic Times 27 Mar 2024 11:28 pm

3 Punjab AAP MLAs Claim They Were Offered Crores To Join BJP

Soon after AAP's lone Lok Sabha MP from Punjab and an MLA joined the BJP on Wednesday, three AAP legislators from the state claimed that they received calls offering them money to join the BJP.

NDTV 27 Mar 2024 9:43 pm

Going solo: BJP sees its chance in political churn in Punjab

The BJP's solo venture in Punjab aims to capitalize on internal party dynamics, including the induction of key figures from rival parties, to strengthen its position in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and potentially emerge as a dominant political force in the state. Also, the BJP might want to test its own strength by going solo. Punjab has a sizable Hindu population of 38.5% and the party might want to test if it can come in its own by consolidating votes of Hindus.

The Economic Times 27 Mar 2024 9:40 pm

Can't wait to keep watching him: Paine hopeful of Pant touring Australia later this year

Can't wait to keep watching him: Paine hopeful of Pant touring Australia later this year Former Australian skipper Tim Paine is just happy to see Rishabh Pant back in action after his horrific accident and is waiting for him to again enthral his fans in Australia. Having undergone multiple surgeries and intense rehab, he made his return to competitive cricket in the ongoing Indian Premier League, leading Delhi Capitals. Although he could manage only 18 runs after facing 13 deliveries in DC's only game so far this season against Punjab Kings, he was lively behind the wicket with a catch and a stumping. Talking about Pant's return on ESPN Cricinfo, Paine recalled the friendly banter the two shared during India's last tour in 2020-21 but admitted that he was a big fan of the 26-year-old's batting style. ''A lot has been said about the ordeal he went through and how close he was to losing a leg. Just to see him walk back onto the field, as a cricket fan and as a fan of Rishabh,'' he said. ''I know we had our banter back and forth. It was really cheeky and good fun. I have always had fun chatting with him off the field and enjoyed watching him play. Pant had played a pivotal role in India's success during its last tour of Australia in 2020-21, where he had finished as India's highest run-scorer. While the Indians had won that series 2-1, they are also the only Asian side to have won consecutive Test series Down Under. Hoping for Pant to stay fit ahead of the tour, Paine added, ''He played cricket like I always wanted to. I didn't have the courage to take the game on or even the skill. ''I certainly appreciate what he brings to the game, the joy he brings to the Indian cricket team fans. I can't wait to keep watching him, and hopefully, he is fit and well enough to make it to Australian shores for the summer.'' India will be touring Australia for five Tests starting November 22, with the opening Test in Perth. The visitors will defend the Border-Gavaskar Trophy that they have won in the last four instances since 2016-17. The last occasion when the two sides clashed for the title was early last year when India had prevailed 2-1.

devdiscourse 27 Mar 2024 9:13 pm

AAP legislators Sushil Kumar Rinku, Sheetal Angural meet Nadda after joining BJP

AAP legislators Sushil Kumar Rinku, Sheetal Angural meet Nadda after joining BJP Two Aam Aadmi Party legislators from Punjab, Sushil Kumar Rinku and Sheetal Angural, who joined the BJP, met its national president, JP Nadda, at his residence here on Wednesday. Rinku, a Member of Parliament from Jalandhar, and Angural, a Jalandhar West MLA, met Nadda immediately after both of them joined the BJP at its headquarters here. Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar was also with them during the meeting. Earlier in the day, welcoming the two legislators to the BJP, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the BJP is the largest political party in the world and people from different walks of life are joining it. BJP is the largest political party in the world. People from different walks of life are joining our family. I welcome Sushil Kumar Rinku and Sheetal Angural to the party. The situation is changing in Punjab and we all will work together to make India developed by 2047, Puri told reporters. Rinku said that he had taken this decision for the development of Jalandhar. I have taken this decision for the development of Jalandhar. We will take Jalandhar forward. We will bring all the projects of the Central Government to Jalandhar, he said. Rinku also alleged that no development work has been done in Punjab by the AAP government.No development work has been done in Punjab by the AAP government. On the other hand, I am impressed by the developmental work initiated by PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also helped me a lot in the developmental work I have done in the Jalandhar constituency, Rinku said. Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar said, Congress and AAP are two sides of the same coin. Sushil Rinku joined the party today. He is the only Lok Sabha MP of the AAP and they should be ashamed. Sheetal Angural put out a statement saying that he has resigned from all the responsibilities he had in the AAP. Rinku is joining the BJP despite being announced as the AAP candidate from Jalandhar. He won the Jalandhar Lok Sabha constituency by a margin of 58,691 votes in a by-poll in 2023.On Tuesday, the Congress MP from Ludhiana, Ravneet Bittu, joined the BJP. Bittu is the grandson of former Punjab chief minister Beant Singh, who was assassinated in 1995 in Chandigarh in a suicide bombing. In the 2019 Lok Sabha Elections, Bittu defeated Simarjeet Singh Bains from the Lok Insaaf Party by 76,372 votes. In 2014, he defeated the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Harvinder Singh Phoolka with a margin of 19,709 votes. The BJP earlier this week announced its decision to contest the election in Punjab on its own after it severed ties with its long-time ally, Shiromani Akali Dal. (ANI)

devdiscourse 27 Mar 2024 9:09 pm

Punjab: Three AAP MLAs claim they were offered money to join BJP

Punjab: Three AAP MLAs claim they were offered money to join BJP Soon after AAP's lone Lok Sabha MP from Punjab and an MLA joined the BJP on Wednesday, three AAP legislators from the state claimed that they received calls offering them money to join the BJP. The Aam Aadmi Party alleged that the BJP had ''again started Operation Lotus'' in Punjab and was trying to break Arvind Kejriwal's party. There was no immediate reaction from the BJP on the allegations. AAP legislator from Jalalabad Jagdeep Kamboj Goldy claimed that he received a call from one Sewak Singh from an international number on Tuesday with an offer to join the BJP. Kamboj told reporters that he asked the MLA to join the BJP and said, '''We will give Rs 20-25 crore'. I said I do not need it.'' Similar claims were made by Balluana MLA Amandeep Singh and Ludhiana South legislator Rajinder Pal Kaur Chhina. They asserted that they would not leave the party. Kamboj alleged that the BJP was scared of Kejriwal and AAP. ''Where they fail to win people's mandate, they try to buy MLAs, MP and other AAP leaders at any cost,'' he charged. ''Arvind Kejriwal is the leader who fought against corruption in politics and always did politics of work. But false cases have been registered and many AAP leaders have been sent to jail without any proof,'' he said. They are trying to break the Aam Aadmi Party, he claimed. ''If they want to do horse trading, what is the need for an election system in the country? Punjab is a revolutionary state. After Delhi, the people of Punjab elected change. ''They can try all they want'' but they won't be able to buy the ideology of Arvind Kejriwal and Bhagwant Mann, said Kamboj. Ludhiana South legislator Chhina too claimed she got a call from one Sewak Singh. It was a call from an international number, she said. He told me to join the BJP, she alleged. Balluana MLA Amandeep Singh said he got a call on Tuesday and the person said he was calling from Delhi. ''He asked me to join the BJP and offered Rs 45 crore,'' alleged Singh. The Aam Aadmi Party levelled the allegations on a day its lone Lok Sabha member Sushil Kumar Rinku joined the BJP along with party MLA Sheetal Angural, dealing a blow to the party already facing a crisis following the arrest of its leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Rinku, the MP from Jalandhar in Punjab, and Angural, who was elected to the state Assembly from Jalandhar West, joined the BJP in the presence of Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri and its national general secretary Vinod Tawde. The parliamentarian had quit the Congress to join AAP last year to fight the bypoll to the Jalandhar Lok Sabha seat. The BJP is likely to field him in the Lok Sabha polls as the party has been inducting a number of influential leaders of different parties in Punjab to emerge as a strong force in the state with 13 constituencies. Three-term Congress MP Ravneet Singh Bittu from Punjab joined the BJP on Tuesday and asserted that people have made up their mind to elect Prime Minister Narendra Modi to power again. Bittu is the grandson of former Punjab chief minister Beant Singh who was assassinated in a terror attack while still in office.

devdiscourse 27 Mar 2024 8:32 pm

Cong high command to decide on Pratibha Singh's LS poll candidature: Rajeev Shukla

Cong high command to decide on Pratibha Singh's LS poll candidature: Rajeev Shukla Himachal Pradesh Congress chief Pratibha Singh has left the decision on contesting the Lok Sabha polls to the party high command, the grand old party's in-charge for the hill state, Rajeev Shukla, said on Wednesday. Singh, the member of Parliament from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh, had recently said she had decided not to contest the upcoming Lok Sabha polls as the situation on the ground was ''not favourable'' and the party workers were disheartened. Shukla was talking to reporters after a six-member committee formed by the Congress to ensure better coordination between its Himachal Pradesh government and party organisation in the hill state met here. Asked about her earlier statement on not contesting the Lok Sabha polls, Singh said, ''I have conveyed it to the high command. Now let us see what decision it takes.'' Besides Singh, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and other Congress leaders were present at the meeting chaired by Shukla. The meeting was held to firm up the strategy and discuss the names of probable candidates from the hill state for the general election. Replying to a reporter's question, Shukla said, ''We will win all 10 seats (in Himachal Pradesh) -- four in the Lok Sabha and six in the Assembly bypolls.'' The Congress government in the hill state is going strong and will complete its term, he asserted. Asked if Singh will contest the Lok Sabha polls, Shukla said such decisions will be taken by the party high command. ''She has left it to the high command and said she will abide by its decision,'' the Congress leader said. With the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) naming six disqualified Congress MLAs on Tuesday as its candidates for the Himachal Pradesh Assembly bypolls, Sukhu said the Congress is poised to win all the six seats. Talking to reporters here after the nearly-two-hour-long meeting, Singh said, ''We will work together. We have to win the Lok Sabha polls.'' She said another meeting will be held to finalise the party's candidates for Himachal Pradesh. Asked about some Congress leaders switching over to the BJP ahead of the general election, Shukla said such developments take place during polls. Asked about Congress MP from Punjab's Ludhiana Ravneet Singh Bittu joining the BJP, he took a dig at the saffron party, saying it does not have strong leaders. ''The Congress is like a huge sea where there is no dearth of leaders,'' he asserted. Sukhu said ''we are fully geared up for the Lok Sabha polls''. Before the meeting, asked about Singh's statement that she will not contest the Lok Sabha polls from Mandi, Agnihotri told reporters that he hopes that the Himachal Pradesh Congress chief will reconsider her decision. ''We will talk to her,'' he said. On the six Congress rebels joining the BJP, the deputy chief minister claimed that there would be rebellion in the saffron party now. Replying to a question, Agnihotri said ''there is no threat to our government''. He asserted that the Congress is comfortably placed despite the exit of the six MLAs. When told that more Congress MLAs are said to be in touch with the BJP, Agnihotri played it down, saying, ''Whatever has happened has happened.... Dil behlane ke liye Ghalib ye Khayal achha hai.'' The members of the Congress coordination committee for Himachal Pradesh include Sukhu, Agnihotri and Singh. Senior party leaders Kaul Singh Thakur, Dhaniram Shandil and Ram Lal Thakur are the other members of the panel. The formation of the committee was suggested by three central observers of the Congress -- Bhupinder Hooda, Bhupesh Baghel and D K Shivakumar -- after discussions with various factions of the party's Himachal Pradesh unit when the state government was facing an existential crisis after some MLAs broke ranks and voted for the BJP in the Rajya Sabha election on February 27. Congress nominee Abhishek Singhvi lost the election after the six rebel Congress MLAs cross-voted. The speaker disqualified the six Congress MLAs and the party now has 34 legislators in the hill state. The Lok Sabha polls are scheduled to be held in seven phases starting April 19. The counting of votes will be taken up on June 4.

devdiscourse 27 Mar 2024 8:11 pm

Lok Sabha Elections: Lacking Popular Faces In Punjab, BJP Looking For Candidate Options Within Opposition Bloc

The BJP has got a significant boost in the last few years in Punjab with several key leaders joining the party.

Zee News 27 Mar 2024 7:46 pm

AAPs Jalandhar MP Sushil Kumar Rinku and MLA Sheetal Angural join BJP

Mr. Rinku, the MP from Jalandhar, said he decided to join the Bharatiya Janata Party for the development of Punjab, especially Jalandhar, and accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in the state of not helping him in development endeavours in his constituency.

The Hindu 27 Mar 2024 6:43 pm

AAPs lone Lok Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Rinku, Punjab MLA join BJP

New Delhi: The lone Lok Sabha member of the AAP, Sushil Kumar Rinku, joined the BJP Wednesday along with Punjab MLA Sheetal Angural, dealing a blow to the party that is already facing a crisis following the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Rinku, the MP from Jalandhar, said he decided to join the []

orissapost 27 Mar 2024 6:17 pm

AAP's lone Lok Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Rinku, Punjab MLA join BJP

AAP's Lok Sabha member, Sushil Kumar Rinku, shifted to BJP with MLA Sheetal Angural due to AAP's failure in Punjab's development. He praised Modi and Shah, lauding BJP's Jalandhar initiatives, aiming for a better Jalandhar through this experiment.

The Economic Times 27 Mar 2024 6:13 pm

Punjab: Why Did BJP-SAD Talks Break Down? Will Bittu & Rinku's Entry Help BJP?

Ravneet Bittu's entry is unlikely to address BJP's fundamental problem in Punjab.

The Quint 27 Mar 2024 6:09 pm

AAPs Only Lok Sabha MP Sushil Rinku Joins BJP Ahead Of LS Elections

AAPs sole Lok Sabha member, Sushil Kumar Rinku, and Jalandhar West MLA Sheetal Angural, joined the BJP at the party headquarters in Delhi. Rinku, victorious in the 2023 Jalandhar Lok Sabha by-elections, is reportedly set to contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections under the BJPs banner. In the 2022 Punjab... The post AAPs Only Lok Sabha MP Sushil Rinku Joins BJP Ahead Of LS Elections appeared first on HW News English .

News View 27 Mar 2024 6:06 pm

Exciting Face-off: Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024!

Rajasthan Royals, led by Sanju Samson, is gearing up to take on Delhi Capitals, captained by Rishabh Pant, in their second match of the Indian Premier League 2024. The showdown will unfold at the Sawai Manshing Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on March 28th. Rajasthan Royals commenced their IPL 2024 campaign with a triumphant start, clinching a 20-run victory against Lucknow Super Giants on March 24th. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals faced defeat in their tournament opener against Punjab Kings, falling short by 4 wickets on March 23rd. They'll be eyeing to climb up the IPL points table with a win. Head to Head Stats: These two teams have locked horns 27 times before, with Delhi Capitals emerging victorious in 13 encounters, while Rajasthan Royals remained undefeated in 14 matches. Delhi's highest total against RR stands at 207, whereas RR's highest score against Delhi is 222. Pitch Insights: The Sawai Manshing Indoor Stadium in Jaipur is known to be favorable for batsmen, promising ample runs. However, with spin maestros like Ravichandran Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel in action, the dynamics of the game could change swiftly. Weather Forecast: As for weather conditions, the temperature at the start of the match is expected to be around 34 degrees Celsius, gradually cooling down to 30 degrees Celsius later on. There's no forecast for rain, and the humidity levels are predicted to remain below 31%. Match Details: The RR vs DC clash in IPL 2024 is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 pm (IST) on March 28th at the Sawai Manshing Indoor Stadium in Jaipur. Fans are eagerly anticipating an exhilarating showdown between these two powerhouse teams. Jasprit Bumrah Returns: Mumbai Indians' Key Player for IPL 2024 CSK Ready for IPL 2024 with Gaikwad as Captain, Dhoni's Guidance Ensures Stability Virat Kohli Delighted to Reunite with MS Dhoni Ahead of IPL 2024 Opener

News Track 27 Mar 2024 5:50 pm

'Want development of Punjab': Jalandhar MP Sushil Rinku joins BJP

Want development of Punjab Jalandhar MP Sushil Rinku joins BJP

India Today 27 Mar 2024 5:44 pm

IPL: When Preity Zinta made 'parathas' for this player

Ex-Punjab Kings all-rounder Ravi Bopara reflected on his time in the IPL with the team (previously known as Kings XI Punjab) during the 2009-10 season. Bopara, who played for Punjab Kings for two seasons, took part in 15 matches for the squad. While in South Africa with the franchise, Bopara fondly remembered a special moment when team owner Preity Zinta personally cooked delicious parathas for him, sparking nostalgic recollections.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 5:27 pm

Punjab | ED Conducts Raids In Case Linked To Guava Orchards Compensation Scam

CHANDIGARH, Mar 27: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted searches in multiple cities of Punjab as part of a money laundering investigation linked to an alleged Rs 137-crore guava orchards compensation scam, official sources said. Premises in Chandigarh, Mohali, Patiala, Ferozepur and Bathinda were raided by the federal probe agency under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the sources said. Various news media platforms also broadcast visuals of searches being carried out at the residences [] The post Punjab | ED Conducts Raids In Case Linked To Guava Orchards Compensation Scam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Mar 2024 5:23 pm

AAP's Lone Lok Sabha MP and Punjab Leader Sushil Kumar Rinku, MLA Join BJP

The MP said he was joining the BJP for the development of Punjab, especially Jalandhar, and accused the states AAP government of not helping him in development works

News18 27 Mar 2024 5:12 pm

BSF seizes two drones near India-Pakistan border in Punjab's Amritsar, Tarn Taran

A partially damaged hexacopter was seized by the BSF from a wheat field near Panjgrain village in Amritsar on March 26, a spokesperson of the force said

The Hindu 27 Mar 2024 5:00 pm

Watch: Kohli fan allegedly assaulted by security after field intrusion

A fan attempted to meetVirat Kohli during an IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings in Bengaluru. Despite the fan's admiration, a security breach led to an altercation and purported assault. The fan breached security barriers before the RCB innings in the match.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 4:47 pm

Tim Paine Hopeful Of Pant's Potential Participation In The BGT 2024-25

Indian Premier League: Former Australia captain Tim Paine expressed his delight at seeing Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant back in action after a long hiatus due to injury. As Pant marked his return to the field for the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Punjab Kings (PBKS), Paine extended his best wishes for Pant's potential participation in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Pant's journey back to the cricket field had been fraught with challenges, including a lengthy 14-month recovery period following his injury. On March 23, Pant made his comeback during the Delhi Capitals' clash against the Punjab Kings, showcasing his talent with both the bat and the gloves. Though his innings yielded only 18 runs off 13 balls, Pant's impact resonated beyond mere statistics, as he demonstrated his agility behind the stumps with a catch and a stumping. Speaking on ESPN's Around the Wicket, Paine reminisced about the spirited banter he and Pant had shared on the field in the past, emphasizing that it was all in good humor. He fondly recalled their exchanges and admitted to enjoying Pant's playing style, which he likened to his own aspirations as a cricketer. It certainly did. A lot has been said about the ordeal he went through and how close he was to losing a leg. Just to see him walk back onto the field, as a cricket fan and as a fan of Rishabh. I know we had our banter back and forth, it was really cheeky and good fun, said Paine. I have always had fun chatting with him off the field, and enjoyed watching him play, he added. Despite their on-field rivalry, Paine revealed his admiration for Pant's contribution to the sport and expressed hope for his fitness ahead of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy tour later in the year, scheduled from November 22 to January 7. He played cricket like I always wanted to. I didn't have the courage to take the game on or even the skill. I certainly appreciate what he brings to the game, the joy he brings to the Indian cricket team fans. I can't wait to keep watching him and hopefully, he is fit and well enough to make it to Australian shores for the summer, said Paine.

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Chal Bhajj Chaliye | Song - Nakhro

Watch the song 'Nakhro' from Punjabi movie 'Chal Bhajj Chaliye' starring Inder Chahal and Rubina Dilaik. 'Nakhro' is sung by Gurnam Bhullar and music of the song is composed by Gurnam Bhullar. Lyrics of 'Chal Bhajj Chaliye' song 'Nakhro' are written by Gurnam Bhullar. To know more about 'Nakhro' song from Inder Chahal and Rubina Dilaik starrer 'Chal Bhajj Chaliye' watch the video.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 4:26 pm

BSF Seizes 2 Drones Near India-Pak Border In Punjabs Amritsar, Tarn Taran

Chandigarh, Mar 27: The BSF has seized two drones near the India-Pakistan border in Punjabs Amritsar and Tarn Taran districts, officials said on Wednesday. A partially damaged hexacopter was seized by the Border Security Force (BSF) from a wheat field near Panjgrain village in Amritsar on Tuesday, a spokesperson of the force said. A farmer had spotted the drone in the field and informed the BSF. The second drone was seized by the BSF from a field in Tarn Tarans [] The post BSF Seizes 2 Drones Near India-Pak Border In Punjabs Amritsar, Tarn Taran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

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NTR's political legacy is again at centerstage in Andhra Pradesh - Punjab News Express

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School holidays April 2024: Check complete list here

As the new academic year begins, Indian students await the April holidays eagerly. Key dates include Gudi Padwa and Ugadi on April 9th, possibly leading to school closures in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. April 11th holds a tentative Eid-ul-Fitr, potentially observed as a holiday in Muslim-majority schools. Vaisakhi on April 13th may result in school closures in Punjab. Additionally, April 14th commemorates Ambedkar Jayanti, likely leading to nationwide school closures. Rama Navami on April 17th could prompt breaks in some regions.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 2:58 pm

SGPC Expresses Concerns Over Reports of Blast Outside Poonch Gurdwara

As per media reports, an explosion occurred in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district late on Tuesday night (March 26) but there was no report of any injury. This News/Article SGPC Expresses Concerns Over Reports of Blast Outside Poonch Gurdwara appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .

Sikh Siyasat News 27 Mar 2024 2:56 pm

US Justice Department Joins the Sikh Coalitions Fight Against Workplace Discrimination in California

On March 25, 2024, US Justice Department (DOJ) challenged the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) on its denial of religious accommodations for correctional officers of various faiths, including Sikhs and Muslims, who wear facial hair as an expression of their faith. This News/Article US Justice Department Joins the Sikh Coalitions Fight Against Workplace Discrimination in California appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .

Sikh Siyasat News 27 Mar 2024 2:40 pm

India strongly objects to US remarks on opposition leader Kejriwal's arrest

India strongly objects to US remarks on opposition leader Kejriwal's arrest India has strongly objected to remarks made by the United States on the arrest of key opposition leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. New Delhi's objection came two days after Washington said it is closely following reports of Kejriwal's arrest and that it encourages a fair legal process. Kejriwal, whose Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) governs the national capital territory and the northern state of Punjab, was arrested last week by the federal financial crime-fighting agency on corruption charges, weeks before India begins voting in general elections on April 19. AAP, all of whose main leaders are now imprisoned in connection with the case, says he has been falsely arrested in a fabricated case. The federal government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) deny political interference. India's legal processes are based on an independent judiciary which is committed to objective and timely outcomes. Casting aspersions on that is unwarranted, the Indian foreign ministry said in a statement. In diplomacy, states are expected to be respectful of the sovereignty and internal affairs of others. This responsibility is even more so in case of fellow democracies. It could otherwise end up setting unhealthy precedents, it said. Kejriwal's arrest after the announcement of elections has angered the opposition alliance challenging Modi and drawn international attention. The U.S. comments on Kejriwal followed those by Germany, which said Berlin assumes and expects that the standards relating to independence of judiciary and basic democratic principles will also be applied in this case. In response, New Delhi summoned a German envoy to protest against the remarks. The acting U.S. deputy chief of mission in New Delhi was also summoned on Wednesday, news agency ANI reported. India and the U.S. enjoy close, strategic ties and Washington has increasingly come to see New Delhi as an important partner in its effort to push back against China's growing power worldwide.

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Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For Stay Around By Jassa Dhillon

Enjoy the latest Punjabi song For Stay Around sung by Jassa Dhillon. The music for this captivating track has been composed, with heartfelt lyrics also penned by Jassa Dhillon. The music video of the song is directed by Noalfilms. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song Stay Around by Jassa Dhillon and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Jassa Dhillon, Noalfilms video songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 2:26 pm

Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For With You By Jagga

Enjoy the latest Punjabi song With You sung by Jagga. The music for this captivating track has been given by Mr. Hence, with heartfelt lyrics penned by Jagga. The music video of the song is directed by Rahul Chahal. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song With You by Jagga and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Jagga, Rahul Chahal video songs, Mr. Hence songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 2:26 pm

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Check Out The Latest Punjabi Music Video For Prettyish (Lyrical) By Karan Sehmbi

Enjoy the latest Punjabi lyrical song Prettyish sung by Karan Sehmbi. The music for this captivating track has been composed, with heartfelt lyrics also penned by Karan Sehmbi. The music video for Prettyish has been skillfully directed by Ed Amrz. Don't miss the opportunity to Watch the latest Punjabi Video song Prettyish by Karan Sehmbi and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Karan Sehmbi, Ed Amrz video songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 1:47 pm

Listen To The Latest Punjabi Song Hermosa (Audio) Sung By Gagan Kokri

Get ready to be swept away by the latest Punjabi audio song Hermosa beautifully sung by Gagan Kokri. This captivating track features mesmerizing music composed, with the heartfelt lyrics penned by the brilliant Deep Arraircha. Don't miss the chance to witness Gagan Kokri stellar performance in the captivating Punjabi audio song Hermosa. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more Punjabi songs in the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Gagan Kokri, indulge in the latest Punjabi video songs of 2024, groove to the soulful compositions by Deep Arraircha, immerse yourself in the Punjabi Gana Video Songs.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 1:47 pm

RR vs DC: 9th Match, Dream11 Team, Indian Premier League 2024

The coming game in the Indian Premier League 2024 will see a clash between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals. This match will be held on Thursday at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Both teams are coming off different starts to the IPL 2024. RR thrashed Lucknow Super Giants in their opening game to open their account on the points table. On the other hand, DC lost their tournament's opener against Punjab Kings and is searching for two points on the board. So it is expected to be a good contest between two batting powerhouses. RR vs DC: Match Details Match Date : March 28 (Thursday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue:Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur RR vs DC: Live Streaming Details To watch the upcoming clash between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals on TV, you can tune into the Star Sports Channels in India. Fans can also download the Jio Cinema app or visit the website to catch the live stream for free. RR vs DC: Head-to-Head Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals have played 27 games against each other in the Indian Premier League until now. RR has a slight lead as they have won 14 games, while DC has won 13 matches so far. RR vs DC: Pitch Report The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium is another batting venue in India. It has a quick outfield where you can enjoy batting. There will be some help for the spinners, but not much. Batters can go after the bowling from the first game. Hence, if you win the toss, you can choose to bat first. RR vs DC: Predicted Teams RR: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal DC: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Shai Hope, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Ricky Bhui, Axar Patel, Sumit Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Ishant Sharma RR vs DC: Dream11 Picks Wicket-keepers : Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant Batters : David Warner, Yashasvi Jaiswal (Vice Captain) All-rounders : Mitchell Marsh (Captain), Axar Patel, Riyan Parag, Ravi Ashwin Bowlers : Trent Boult, Kuldeep Yadav Also Read: Join Our WhatsApp Channel For World Cup Updates Dream11 Prediction: Rajasthan Royals displayed good all-round performance in their opening game. They also have a good bowling unit in the pace and spin departments. That's where they will have an edge over DC. We predict RR to win here.

CNMSports 27 Mar 2024 1:39 pm

Watch The New Punjabi Music Video For Kale Kam By Harry Saab

Watch the latest Punjabi song For Kale Kam sung by Harry Saab. The music for this captivating track has been given by Mista Bazz, with heartfelt lyrics penned by King Ravi Yarr. The music video of the song is directed by Mani Sher Gill. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song Kale Kam by Harry Saab and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Harry Saab, King Ravi Yarr songs, Mista Bazz songs, Mani Sher Gill video songs and New Video Songs of 2024.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 1:26 pm

Pant aims to shake off rustiness as DC eye maiden win of season vs Royals

Jaipur, Mar 27 (PTI) Skipper Rishabh Pant will look to overcome his rustiness as Delhi Capitals aim for an improved batting display in their bid for a first win of the IPL season when they take on Rajasthan Royals here on Thursday. Pant's much-anticipated return to action 453 days after he suffered grievous injuries in a horrific car accident, lasted just 13 balls (18 runs) with Punjab Kings winning by four wickets at their new home ground in Mullanpur. Pant, though, displayed his usual lively demeanour behind the stumps and also effected the stumping of Jitesh Sharma. Having overcome the early jitters and nervousness in his first game, Pant would be eager to regain his mojo quickly as his match-up against the likes of Trent Boult, Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal would be the highlight of the contest. It's exciting to have your captain back in the team. He is our leader and heartbeat of this franchise and having him back is going to make this team a lot stronger, head coach Ricky Ponting had said of Pant ahead of the IPL. Ponting chose David Warner and Mitchell Marsh to open the innings in the hope that the duo would score enough runs to take the pressure off Pant lower down the order. But the two failed to capitalise on good starts and the pressure soon came on Pant. Wicketkeeper-batter Abhishek Porel's unbeaten 32-run cameo was the only bright spot in DC's batting, which lifted them to a respectable 174/9 from a precarious 138/7 at one stage. Porel was used as an impact player as Delhi were a bowler short. The problem was worsened further after Ishant Sharma twisted his ankle. The lanky pacer could miss a few matches as well. Delhi's spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel will have a bigger role to play after what was witnessed on a dry surface at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium the other day when Rajasthan Royals' opening duo of Jos Buttler and Yashasvi Jaiswal faced some early hiccups against Lucknow Super Giants. However, Sanju Samson struck an unbeaten 82 as the Royals won by 20 runs. By scoring a fifty in his team's first match of the season for the fifth successive time, Samson has become an early contender for the hotly-contested spot for the wicketkeeper-batter's slot in the upcoming T20 World Cup. With Riyan Parag also among the runs, the Royals top-four will pose questions to the Delhi bowling lineup, and here's where Kuldeep and Axar's overs will be crucial in the middle. The Royals' bowling has also hit the right notes with Trent Boult leading the charge with the new ball. Sandeep Sharma has also been superb in the death overs. The rookie Indian dismissed KL Rahul at 58 in the 17th over and also stymied Nicholas Pooran in the penultimate over as RR restricted Lucknow Super Giants to 173/6. Squads: Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson (c), Abid Mushtaq, Avesh Khan, Dhruv Jurel, Donovan Ferreira, Jos Buttler, Kuldeep Sin, Kunal Singh Rathore, Nandre Burger, Navdeep Saini, Prasidh Krishna, Ravichandran Ashwin, Riyan Parag, Sandeep Sharma, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Rovman Powell, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Trent Boult, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Yuzvendra Chahal and Tanush Kotian. Delhi Capitals: Rishabh Pant (c), David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, Yash Dhull, Abishek Porel, Axar Patel, Lalit Yadav, Mitchell Marsh, Pravin Dubey, Vicky Ostwal, Anrich Nortje, Kuldeep Yadav, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Khaleel Ahmed, Ishant Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Tristan Stubbs, Ricky Bhui, Kumar Kushagra, Rasikh Dar, Jhye Richardson, Sumit Kumar, Swastik Chikara and Shai Hope. Match starts: 7.30pm IST. PTI TAP AM TAP AM AM Disclaimer: This article is published from a syndicated feed and has not been edited by the Deccan Chronicle team

Deccan Chronicle 27 Mar 2024 1:19 pm

How going solo will impact BJP and Akali Dal in Punjab Lok Sabha polls

How going solo will impact BJP and Akali Dal in Punjab Lok Sabha polls

India Today 27 Mar 2024 12:55 pm

Exploring Alternatives Amid Canada's Spousal Open Work Permit Changes: Opportunities for Indian Students

Recent changes in Canada's Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) regulations have posed challenges for Indian students, especially those from Punjab, studying in the country. While restrictions have made it difficult for students to bring spouses, certain avenues remain open. Programs like Doctor of Dental Surgery and Bachelor of Engineering still allow spousal accompaniment. Alternatives include completing studies for work permit eligibility or switching to eligible programs like Masters or PhDs. Other options involve Visitor Visas or obtaining LMIA for work permits.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 12:50 pm

Ram Charan, Kiara Advani match dance steps in Jaragandi Song

On the occasion of Ram Charans 39th birthday, ace director Shankar and the team of 'Game Changer' released the first song from the film. Titled 'Jaragandi,' the song has been sung by legendary Punjabi pop singer Daler Mehndi and Sunidhi Chauhan and it was composed by ace music director Thaman S. The team shared a lyrical video of the song. The track is a dance number which is bound to get everyone on the dance floor. Mega fans were treated to glimpses of Ram Charan and Kiara Advani from the film. The video also revealed that Prabhu Deva has choreographed the song. The clip featured a bunch of behind-the-scenes moments. The team revealed that they would be giving Ram Charans fans a treat on the occasion of his birthday. On Wednesday, the makers shared a new poster from 'Game Changer' along with the song announcement. In the poster, Ram was seen wearing a purple kurta while he held what seems to be a book in his hand. Sharing the poster, Daler wrote, Get ready to jam to my epic track Jaragandi for the mega star @AlwaysRamCharan Jis flick GAME CHANGER, with slick beats by the one and only super music director @MusicThaman Ji. Ram Charan will essay the role of an IAS Officer, Ram Madan, while Kiara Advani will be his love interest and another fellow IAS officer. The movie is directed by Shankar and marks his debut directorial. The screenplay is written by Karthik Subbaraj. The music department is being handled by Thaman. Produced by Dil Raju under the banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations, the film was expected to release this year, but now has been postponed given the tight schedule of the director Shankar.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Mar 2024 12:43 pm

'Khelte raho yaar, shabash' - When Ashwin stood behind Pant

Rishabh Pant is making a comeback to competitive cricket since surviving a horrific car accident in December 2022. In his return match as DC skipper against Punjab, Pant scored 18 runs off 13 balls, including two fours. The dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman will be eager to surpass his performance going deeper into the season.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2024 12:39 pm