IPL Scoreboard: SRH vs PBKS Scoreboard of the Indian Premier League match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings here on Sunday. Punjab Kings: Atharva Taide c Sanvir b Natarajan 46 Prabhsimran Singh c Klaasen b Viyaskanth 71 Rilee Rossouw c Samad b Cummins 49 Shashank Singh run out (Nitish) 2 Jitesh Sharma not out 32 Ashutosh Sharma c Sanvir b Natarajan 2 Shivam Singh not out 2 Extras: 10 (lb-5, w-4, nb-1) Total: 214/5 in 20 overs Fall of wickets: 1-97, 2-151, 3-174, 4-181, 5-187 Bowling: Bhuvneshwar Kumar 4-0-36-0, Pat Cummins 4-0-36-1, T Natarajan 4-0-33-2, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth 4-0-37-1, Shahbaz Ahmed 1-0-13-0, Nitish Reddy 3-0-54-0.
After Royal Challengers Bengaluru: After Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) sealed the final playoff berth despite a dismal start of their IPL 2024 campaign, wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik reflected upon the Faf du Plessis-led side's inspirational turnaround in the league and said, people will remember this team for decades. After reeling at the bottom of the table in the first half of the tournament, RCB made a sensational comeback as they won their last six matches to finish their league stage campaign in the final-four with 14 points. In their first eight games, they only won a single game against Punjab Kings. Speaking in the RCB dressing room after the win, Karthik said the players should be proud of them for putting up a competitive show in the latter stage of the cash-rich league. We should be really proud of this journey we are having. People will always remember certain journeys. The way we have come back after eight games, we needed to win six, people will remember this team, Karthik told the RCB dressing room. Every year in this tournament, when you hit the seven-game mark, there will be one or two teams which would have probably won one or two and they will look to us and say, RCB did it. That was special. We are going to try and repeat what RCB did. And that is what we all play cricket for, sport for, where people follow us and believe us that they can do something special. It is hard. It is not going to be easy, I can tell any team that. What we have achieved today is very, very special. We should be really proud of ourselves, winning six out of six, he added. Heading onto the Eliminator in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, Karthik feels RCB have allowed themselves to achieve something so extraordinary that their feats will remain on peoples minds for years. When we get on that flight to Ahmedabad, we have a job to do. We have it within our grasp to do something that people will remember us for many decades. It will be a journey where people will say, wow, that RCB team was special. We are on that journey. We can do something really special if we put our minds to it. Nothing different. Just the same thing, over and over and over again. We will be the team that other teams look at, he said. What made RCBs passage to the playoffs even more special was that it came against the defending champions Chennai, with whom RCB have had a long-standing rivalry. Adding to the challenge was the fact that RCBs batting build-up was interrupted by a rain break, and they had to contend with the turning ball in changed conditions upon resumption. We have to understand the gravity of this game. This has been one of the marquee games for many, many years. It is fair to say they have found a way sometimes to get ahead of us. Coming into this game there was a sense of quiet confidence about us, playing the defending champions, and the way we played we should be really proud of ourselves, right up to the last ball, Karthik said. Hailing RCB as the best fielding unit, Karthik praised the catching heroics of Faf du Plessis and Swapnil Singh. We can proudly say we are the best fielding team in this tournament without a doubt. That catch, Faf, was special. Swapnils catch as well, when it mattered the most, that was serious. And my keeping, that was outstanding! Most importantly as a team we did phenomenally well, staying there in the game, Karthik said, while also praising Yash Dayal on his excellent last over for closing out the game. Karthik further said another team could have settled for a total of 150 considering the changed conditions after the rain, but RCB had overcome them and put on a show for their 12th Man Army. What makes today really special according to me is that a lot of things went against what you would have ideally wanted. For a start, Faf, with the toss. But then we showed why we are so special as a team in this journey. Even though it turned, we had a rain break, we had to go, start again, just the way Virat and Faf played the next three overs made it feel like 140-150 could be a decent total. Most teams would have thought about that and we would have thought about that for a second as well. But after that, to go out there, play the way we did against all odds, taking the game on, and that is something our support staff has been constantly harping on showing that yet again in Bangalore, we all know how proud our franchisee is and how our fans are and we gave them a treat to watch, he concluded.
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IPL Live: Taide Hits Ignored India Pacer For Six, PBKS Off To Flier vs SRH
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PBKS, under the leadership of Jitesh Sharma in the absence of key players like Shikhar Dhawan and Sam Curran, won the toss and elected to bat first.
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IPL 2024: PBKS win toss, opt to bat against SRH
IPL 2024: PBKS win toss, opt to bat against SRH Punjab Kings captain Jitesh Sharma won the toss and opted to bat against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the second last game of the group stage in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season on Sunday here at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. SRH will be eager to end the day on the second spot with a victory. They would need a bit of assistance from the Kolkata Knight Riders in the second game as well. SRH needs KKR to beat Rajasthan Royals to ensure that they end the group stage in the second spot. PBKS, on the other hand, have had their moments of brilliance but they have also struggled to pull off results in their favor as well. They will look to end the season on a positive note, with Jitesh Sharma leading the side. After winning the toss, PBKS captain Jitesh Sharma said, We would like to bat. I think the wicket is looking good, we want to score big and put SRH under pressure. Proud and grateful to captain my side today. We have few options because all the overseas have gone. Only Rilee Rossouw is gonna play. We have exciting talent waiting for their opportunity and they are gonna give their best today. Nothing to lose today, we are here to play some good cricket. SRH skipper Pat Cummins said during the time of the toss, The fans have been awesome this season here. We are pretty well set-up for both (bat first or ball first). I'm a terrible reader of wickets, looks like a nice wicket. Looks dry and firm. Only one change for us. Rahul Tripathi comes in for a bowler. Punjab Kings (Playing XI): Prabhsimran Singh, Atharva Taide, Rilee Rossouw, Shashank Singh, Jitesh Sharma (w/c), Ashutosh Sharma, Shivam Singh, Harpreet Brar, Rishi Dhawan, Harshal Patel, Rahul Chahar Sunrisers Hyderabad (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Reddy, Rahul Tripathi, Heinrich Klaasen (w), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Sanvir Singh, Pat Cummins (c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, T Natarajan. (ANI)
IPL 2024: PBKS Opt To Bat First Against SRH In Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Punjab Kings (PBKS) stand-in skipper Jitesh Sharma won the toss and opted to bat first against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in match 69 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, here on Sunday. In the absence of Sam Curran, Jitesh is leading the team. Punjab will be missing a bunch of their overseas players in the match as most of them have returned home to prepare for the T20 World Cup with only Rilee Rossouw featuring in the playing XI. We would like to bat. I think wicket is looking good, we want to score big and put SRH under pressure. Proud and grateful to captain my side today. We have few options because all the overseas have gone. Only Rilee Rossouw is gonna play. We have exciting talent waiting for their opportunity and they are gonna give their best today. Nothing to lose today, we are here to play some good cricket, Jitesh said at at the toss. On the other hand, Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins made only one change as Rahul Tripathi has returned to the team. The fans have been awesome this season here. We are pretty well set-up for both (bat first or ball first. I'm a terrible reader of wickets, looks like a nice wicket. Looks dry and firm. Only one change for us. Rahul Tripathi comes in for a bowler, he said. The home side is coming after a washout against Gujarat Titans while Punjab Kings defeated Rajasthan Royals by five wickets in their last game. A win for Hyderabad will bolster their hopes of finishing in top two places as table toppers Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals will lock horns in the final league stage encounter in the evening. Currently, KKR lead the list with 19 points followed by Rajasthan (16 points), Hyderabad (15 points) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (14 points), respectively. Teams: Sunrisers Hyderabad (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Reddy, Rahul Tripathi, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Sanvir Singh, Pat Cummins(c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, T Natarajan. Sunrisers Hyderabad Impact Subs: Travis Head, Umran Malik, Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Jaydev Unadkat Punjab Kings (Playing XI): Prabhsimran Singh, Atharva Taide, Rilee Rossouw, Shashank Singh, Jitesh Sharma(w/c), Ashutosh Sharma, Shivam Singh, Harpreet Brar, Rishi Dhawan, Harshal Patel, Rahul Chahar. Punjab Kings Impact Subs: Arshdeep Singh, Tanay Thyagarajan, Prince Choudhary, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Harpreet Singh Bhatia
Punjab Kings elect to bat against Sunrisers Hyderabad
Punjab Kings elect to bat against Sunrisers Hyderabad Punjab Kings' stand-in captain Jitesh Sharma won the toss and elected to bat against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their penultimate Indian Premier League contest, here on Sunday. While Punjab Kings are out of contention for making the IPL playoffs for the 10th year in a row, Sunrisers Hyderabad are eyeing two points from this game to bolster their chances of finishing second. SRH are currently third in the points table with 15 points, behind table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, who play later in the day. The outcomes of both the games on Sunday will finalise the team standings as well as playoffs fixtures in Ahmedabad and Chennai. KKR, RR, SRH and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the four teams to have made the playoffs this year. Teams: Sunrisers Hyderabad: Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Reddy, Rahul Tripathi, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Sanvir Singh, Pat Cummins (c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, T Natarajan. Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh, Atharva Taide, Rilee Rossouw, Shashank Singh, Jitesh Sharma (c&wk), Ashutosh Sharma, Shivam Singh, Harpreet Brar, Rishi Dhawan, Harshal Patel, Rahul Chahar.
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IPL Live: SRH Eye Final Push vs PBKS To Join KKR In Qualifier 1
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SC notice to Delhi govt on Sukesh Chandrasekhar's plea to be shifted from Mandoli jail
SC notice to Delhi govt on Sukesh Chandrasekhar's plea to be shifted from Mandoli jail The Supreme Court has sought response from the Delhi government on a plea filed by alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar seeking a direction to authorities to shift him from Mandoli jail to any other prison except those in Punjab and Delhi. A division bench of Justices Bela Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal issued notice to the AAP government. ''Having regard to the allegations made in the writ petition, let the notice be issued to the respondent, returnable on July 19, 2024,'' the bench said. Senior advocate Paramjeet Singh Patwalia, appearing for Chandrasekhar, submitted that the petitioner has been put under surveillance with two cameras in order to pressure him to withdraw his complaints. The lawyer told the court that Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has recommended a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against former minister Satyendra Jain on Chandrasekhar's complaint. ''Please, send me anywhere in the country, except Punjab and Delhi where the Aam Aadmi Party is not there,'' Patwalia submitted. The apex court then issued notice in the matter. The top court had last year dismissed Chandrasekhar and his wife's plea seeking a direction to authorities to shift them from Mandoli jail to a prison outside Delhi over security concerns, saying the writ petition was ''without substance'' and there was ''no justification to grant indulgence'' to the petitioners. Chandrasekhar had accused Jain, who is incarcerated in connection with a money laundering case, of extorting Rs 10 crore ''protection money'' from him. He had also claimed to have contributed about Rs 50 crore to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Chandrasekhar was earlier transferred from Tihar jail to Mandoli Jail after he approached the court claiming threat to his life. The alleged conman and his wife are lodged in jail on charges of alleged money laundering and cheating several people.
Pak: Woman doctor accidentally fires gun on her patient
Pak: Woman doctor accidentally fires gun on her patient In a shocking incident, a female doctor inadvertently shot her patient at the Tehsil Headquarters Hospital in Safdarabad, Sheikhupura, as reported by ARY News. The doctor in question, identified as Hina Manzoor, had reportedly kept a pistol in her purse while on duty. The firearm discharged while she attempted to retrieve it, resulting in a gunshot wound on the arm of the patient, Asia Bibi. Acting swiftly, the doctor transported the injured patient to Sheikhupura Hospital in her own vehicle. Subsequently, the family of the injured patient corroborated the incident. However, the hospital administration declined to provide CCTV footage to journalists, adding a layer of mystery to the unfolding events. In a separate occurrence, tragedy struck in the Gujranwala district of Punjab province when a woman accidentally fatally shot herself while cleaning her husband's pistol. Police reports indicate that the woman was engaged in the cleaning process when the firearm discharged, leading to her death. Law enforcement swiftly responded, cordoning off the area to gather evidence and facilitate medico-legal procedures at a nearby hospital where the body was taken. We are investigating the incident from all angles, affirmed the police, indicating a thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. This unfortunate incident echoes a previous case in Karachi's Gulistan-e-Johar block 11 area, where a 30-year-old man lost his life after accidentally shooting himself while cleaning a gun at his residence. Additionally, two individuals sustained injuries in the incident, underscoring the inherent risks associated with firearm handling and maintenance, ARY News reported. (ANI)
In Punjab, 328 candidates vie for 13 seats
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SRH and PBKS gear up for exciting season finale in Hyderabad
A pulsating face-off is on the cards as Sunrisers Hyderabad prepare to take on Punjab Kings in their final league match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season on Sunday. While SRH, placed third on the points table, will be aiming to strengthen their playoff position, PBKS will look to sign off their campaign on [] The post SRH and PBKS gear up for exciting season finale in Hyderabad appeared first on Northlines .
Heat wave conditions prevail in 20 places, mercury crosses 45
New Delhi: Extreme heat continues to wreak havoc in North-West India. Even though the highest temperature of 47.4 degrees Celsius was recorded in Delhi's Najafgarh on Friday, but on coming out on Saturday morning, it felt as if the entire body was burning. The Meteorological Department has issued a warning regarding the days full of extreme heat and heat wave and said that there is no hope of relief for another 5 days. Especially, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh are facing severe heat wave. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday has also predicted severe heat in the plains of northwest India for the next five days. This situation is going to persist for three days in the eastern and central areas. Red alert has also been issued regarding heat wave in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and West Rajasthan. Orange alert has been issued for East Rajasthan, UP and Bihar. Besides, advice has also been given to keep a special eye on newborn children, elderly people and patients with chronic diseases. A warning of extreme heat at night for two-three days has also been issued in UP, Bihar and West Rajasthan. Mercury crossed 45 at 20 places: Delhi experienced severe heat for the second day and the average maximum temperature was recorded at 43.7 degrees Celsius, which is the highest temperature of the season. IMD has informed that along with Delhi, Haryana, Punjab,. At least 20 places in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh recorded temperatures above 45 degrees. In Rajasthan, the mercury has crossed 46 degrees in Jaisalmer, Barmer, Ganganagar and Pilani. Such a magical forest of India, which glows at night! These are the 3 most expensive bikes sold in India, the price is so much that you will buy Audi-BMW Lemon Rice: Learn to make South Indian dish 'Lemon Rice' in easy steps
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The Third Eye: A border state that needs to be secured
Shillong, May 19: The nation can still recall how Punjab was caught in the grip of terrorism in the latter 1980s that could be countered only through sustained use of armed police, socio-political efforts at restoring peace and the diplomatic initiatives taken for mobilising world opinion against the call of Khalistan. The environment of hurt [] The post The Third Eye: A border state that needs to be secured appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Weather Update: IMD Issues Heatwave Red Alert Across Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) hasissued a 'red alert' for Sunday, May 19for Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Punjab, and West Rajasthan. While an 'orange' alert is effective for Uttar Pradesh and East Rajasthan.
Here's the weather report for SRH vs PBKS match
Hyderabad: Rain gods may show mercy on the disappointed Sunrisers fans, who could not see their team playing against Gujarat Titans as rain washed out the match. SRH are set to take on Punjab Kings at Uppal Stadium on Sunday. With IMD-Hyderabad predicting only light rain in isolated areas of Hyderabad and Telangana on Sunday, the IPL match against the SRH and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Uppal Stadium is likely to be played without interruptions. Fans also pin their hopes on a full game since it is the last IPL match in the city. Popular social media personality, Telangana Weatherman '' also said in a tweet that rain is less likely and if at all there are any interruptions they will be minor as seen in Bengaluru in yesterday's match. Meanwhile, the Hyderabad side is keen on winning their last league stage match against the PBKS as they eye for the second position. On the other hand, the Punjab Kings are confident as they look to finish their IPL campaign on a winning high. SRH is still in the race for the second spot in the table. The team can climb up if they win this game and the Rajasthan Royals lose against Kolkata. Currently in the points table, Sunrisers are placed third with 15 points, while PBKS are at 9 spot with 12 points.
SRH vs PBKS: Match Preview, Fantasy Picks, Pitch And Weather Reports
Match 69 of the Indian Premier League, 2024, has Sunrisers Hyderabad taking on Punjab Kings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, on May 19 at 03:30 PM IST.
Bhuvi key as SRH look for good show vs PBKS
HYDERABAD: Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been the most economical bowler for Sunrisers Hyderabad, so far. With other bowlers struggling to contain runs, the former India pacer stands tall even if his figures too seem to be at the higher end. To start with, Bhuvneshwar has not had the best of the season as he went wicketless in the five of the first 10 games. Bhuvneshwar gradually found his mojo back to not only claim wickets but also bowl miserly. With the team in the play-offs, the bowlers form gains more significance and SRH assistant coach Simon Helmot is confident that his experience will be invaluable. Hes one of the leaders of our attack. Hes been in many playoffs before. We know his experience will be invaluable, Helmot said on the eve of the match. Sanjay Rastogi, childhood coach of the bowler, also echoed the sentiments and said his ward has remained the same even after years of international cricket. No matter which match he plays, be it a practice game or a club match or an international fixture, he always plays with the same intensity. I know the team management decides on the combination and its the prerogative of selectors to pick up the squad but the way Bhuvi has been bowling, I strongly feel he should be there in the team. The team will miss him during the T20 World Cup, Rastogi told this daily. With SRH taking on Punjab Kings in their last league outing on Sunday afternoon here in Hyderabad, Bhuvneshwar will have to be at his best as a win will help the team to finish second on the points table giving them two chances to qualify for the final. Helmot also knows how important Bhuvneshwar is for the team. I know hes a person who Pat (Cummins) will often lean on, especially out in the middle when the pressures on. But Bhuvi as well as a number of our senior players are obviously going to be really important when it comes to big matches, he signed off. Rain threat It rained heavily at Uppal, where the Rajiv Gandhi Cricket Stadium is situated, on Saturday evening. The heavy downpour meant SRH had to cancel its training. There is a forecast of rain for Sunday.
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JK Police Arrests Three Shallu Gang Members in Punjab
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir police have got a big success by arresting three members of Shallu gang, who were behind the killing of a police sub-inspector Deepak Sharma on April 2 during a shootout in Government Medical College Kathua. The police have arrested these three gangsters from the neighbouring state of Punjab. Highly placed sources [] The post JK Police Arrests Three Shallu Gang Members in Punjab appeared first on Kashmir Life .
IPL 2024: SRH V PBKS Overall Head-to-head, When And Where To Watch
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will play host to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in match 69 of the IPL 2024 on Sunday afternoon. As a washout in Hyderabad on May 15 confirmed a playoffs berth for SRH while PBKS will be looking to end their campaign with a resounding victory. The two teams have met 22 times in the IPL with SRH holding an advantage in the head-to-head matchups. SRH v PBKS head-to-head 22- Sunrisers Hyderabad: 15 Punjab Kings: 7 SRH v PBKS match time: The match starts at 3:30 PM IST (10:00 AM GMT) with the toss taking place half an hour before the match i.e., 3:00 PM (9:30 AM GMT) SRH v PBKS match venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad SRH v PBKS Live broadcast on television in India: The SRH v PBKS match will be broadcast live via Star Sports Network. Live stream in India: The live streaming of SRH v PBKS is available on JioCinema Squads: Sunrisers Hyderabad: Travis Head, Nitish Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Sanvir Singh, Pat Cummins(c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, T Natarajan, Abhishek Sharma, Umran Malik, Mayank Agarwal, Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Marco Jansen, Mayank Markande, Aiden Markram, Rahul Tripathi, Anmolpreet Singh, Upendra Yadav, Jhatavedh Subramanyan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Akash Maharaj Singh Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh, Rilee Rossouw, Shashank Singh, Jitesh Sharma(w/c), Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Nathan Ellis, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Ashutosh Sharma, Tanay Thyagarajan, Rishi Dhawan, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Shikhar Dhawan, Chris Woakes, Atharva Taide, Shivam Singh, Prince Choudhary, Vishwanath Singh
Back from abroad, Raghav Chadha meets CM Arvind Kejriwal at Civil Lines
AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha visited CM Arvind Kejriwal's residence in New Delhi after undergoing eye surgery in the United Kingdom. He is set to campaign for AAP in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, with support from Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, highlighting his key role in party activities.
SRH vs PBKS: Sunrisers eye top-two spot with help from KKR
Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a playoff spot in the Indian Premier League 2024 after a washout against Gujarat Titans and will face Punjab Kings to secure a second-place finish in the points table. Kolkata Knight Riders are expected to top the table, but Sunrisers' chances depend on the match between Rajasthan Royals and Knight Riders.
Strong government removed Article 370: PM Modi
CHANDIGARH: Prime Minister Narendra Modi stepped up his attack on the Congress, saying it was his dhakad (strong) government that brought down the wall of Article 370 in Kashmir which is now moving ahead on the path of development. He emphasized the the progress made by his government and praised Haryanas spirit: Haryana means himmat (courage) and hausla (high morale). Like Haryana, Modi has run the government for 10 years in a dhaakad manner, he said. Addressing his first election rally in the state, Modi said the history of Congress was one of betraying Indias forces. He referred to the Jeep scandal, the first scam during the grand old partys rule. Could a weak government have changed the situation in J&K? Modi asked the gathering. Referring to Haryana contributing a sizable number of soldiers in the armed forces, he said when the Congress was in power, mothers in Haryana were a worried lot thinking about their childrens safety. Have such things stopped now or not? he asked the audience. Today, when you see Rafale aircraft in the skies of Ambala, dont you feel proud? he said. I have come to seek your blessings for the next five years, he said. He slammed the Congress and INDIA bloc partners and said when there is a strong government in power, the enemies think hundred times before doing anything. He said Pakistan, which earlier had bombs in its hands, now has a bheekh ka katora (begging bowl) in its hands. When there is a dhakad sarkar, the enemy is terrified, Modi said. Patriotism runs in the veins of Haryana. Therefore, each house in Haryana is saying phir ek baar Modi sarkar. He remarked, Just 17 days are left for June 4. After four phases of elections, the Congress and INDIA bloc and all their friends and parties have been completely destroyed. These people took several steps against the country; however, the people have given them a befitting reply in the battlefield of elections, he said. The Congress and its partners have drawn a blank in the first four phases of polling, he said. We decided to make India self-reliant and we will work 24x7 for 2047, he asserted. The PM said the welfare of farmers was his priority. Congress did nothing for farmers. They purchased crop of Rs 7.5 lakh crore on MSP in 10 years, but Modi in ten years bought Rs 20 lakh crore crop on MSP that is nearly three times, he said. Among those present at the rally were former Haryana chief minister and the BJPs Lok Sabha poll candidate from Karnal, Manohar Lal Khattar, the partys Ambala and Kurukshetra candidates, Banto Kataria and Naveen Jindal. Today, the sugarcane FRP (fair and remunerative price) is around Rs 350 per quintal, whereas it was Rs 210 during the Congress-led government, he said. More than Rs 650 crore, as part of the Kisan Samman Nidhi, were transferred to the bank accounts of farmers hailing from Ambala, Karnal and Kurukshetra, he added. Referring to the AAP-Congress poll alliance in certain states, he said Congress leaders are holding the jhadoo (broomstick, AAPs poll symbol) in Delhi and Haryana, but claiming that jhadoowala chor hai in Punjab, where the two parties are contesting the election against each other. The PM reiterated his claim that the Congress will redistribute the reservation meant for SCs, STs and OBCs on the basis of religion, and alleged that the opposition party wants to snatch the quota for Dalits in jobs and education.
Encroachment, parking mess and civic woes major issues in East Delhi
NEW DELHI: East Delhi is among the countrys larger and more populated Lok Sabha constituencies, comprising parts of the national capital on either side of the Yamuna. The constituency is home to people from different walks of life, students, aspirants, employed, displaced, migrated, slum dwellers and those in unauthorised settlements. There is a large concentrations of residents in areas like Seelampur, Shahdara, Gandhi Nagar, Preet Vihar, among others. Okhla, with pockets of residential complexes, is an industrial area as well. Despite the huge mix of population residing here, almost all of them face a few common issue, civic mismanagement, encroachment and parking mess. Jamuna paar mess While the parking woes is a common in most city neighborhoods, the unplanned township of the East Delhi constituency exacerbates the issue. In fact, it has started impacting the harmony among residents. In East Delhis Laxminagar, the lack of parking spaces is turning neighbours into bitter rivals. Brawls over parking becoming more and more frequent in a locality with a triad of locals, markets and coaching institutes co-habitating, is a major issue this election. Residents says, fearing violence, they have stopped keeping their cars outside. We cannot even take our vehicles outside as there is no place left due to the heavy traffic and poor parking, said 48-year-old Dinesh Gupta 30-year-old Atul Kumar recounted the horror of parking violence he experienced recently. I used to park my bike at a spot for a long time. One day, I saw that someone removed my vehicle and parked his own at the same spot. When I objected to it, he started a fight in public. This is the situation, he said. Similar is the story of 24-year-old Sanjay, who was violently thrashed by a person due to the parking conundrum. The battle AAP MLA from Kondli, Kuldeep Kumar, has been fielded from East Delhi, where he will contest against Harsh Malhotra of the BJP. A drop out of Delhi University, Kumar led the Ambedkar Andolan in East Delhi at the age of 18. In 2020, he was again given an AAP ticket from the Kondli (East) reserved seat in the Delhi assembly election in 2020. He defeated BJPs Raj Kumar by nearly 18,000 votes. Meanwhile, the fresh face of BJP is Harsh Malhotra, one of the three general secretaries of the BJPs Delhi unit. The 58-year-old hails from the Punjabi community, which has a large presence in the East Delhi constituency.
Nine charred to death, 15 injured as moving bus catches fire in Haryana
CHANDIGARH: At least nine people, including six women, were burnt alive and more than 15 injured when a moving bus carrying devotees from Punjab caught fire near Tauru in Haryanas Nuh district early on Saturday, police said. The incident occurred on the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway around 2 am when around 60 people, all residents of Hoshiarpur and Ludhiana, were returning in the bus after visiting pilgrim towns of Ujjan and Mathura-Vrindavan, police said. Nine people, including six women and three men, were killed in the accident. Fifteen people were injured and have been hospitalised. All the injured are stable, said a police official from Tauru. The cause is yet to be ascertained. A probe is underway, he said. After getting information, the police and a fire brigade team reached the spot brought the fire under control, but by then eight people were burnt alive, the police official said. The injured were rushed to the hospital. One of the injured died in the hospital, he said. A local eyewitness said that after seeing the bus on fire, they called out to the driver and asked him to stop. As the bus did not stop, so they chased the bus on a motorcycle and informed the driver, but by then the fire has spread in the bus. In another incident, four students of Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law died in a car crash in Patiala when their speeding SUV met with an accident late on Friday night, police said. Three boys and a girl, all law students, died in the accident. The impact of the collision was so intense that police had to use tractors to pull a part of the crushed wreckage to take out the bodies, a police official said. According to witnesses, the SUV moving in high speed went off the road and crashed into the fields nearby.
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Chairperson FADA Jammu calls on Circle Head PNB
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 18: A delegation led by Sanjay Aggarwal, Chairperson FADA Jammu, along with Vikas Rathore, Manik Batra, Ravinder Gandotra Regional Directors, FADA Jammu and Rohit Gandotra, Kanav Aggarwal, Ashwani Pardhan , Sumit Malhotra convened a meeting with Anil Sharma, Circle Head, Punjab National Bank here, today. Aggarwal discussed various issues of the dealers of Automobile Industry in J & K. He said that the banks and automobile business establishments have to work in close association with each [] The post Chairperson FADA Jammu calls on Circle Head PNB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prosecution failure leads to acquittal in murder case
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 18: Principal Sessions Judge Rajouri R N Wattal has acquitted two alleged accused in a murder case as the evidence brought on record by the prosecution regarding complicity of the accused in the commission of crime was not convincing and beyond shadow of doubt. The accused persons namely Ashok Kumar, son of Foju Ram and Narayan Dass, son of Des Raj, both residents of village Tibber in District Gurdaspur of Punjab (presently putting up in Ward [] The post Prosecution failure leads to acquittal in murder case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Stifling heat in northwest India to continue for another five days
NEW DELHI, May 18: The extreme heat scorching large parts of northwest India will continue for another five days, with Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh predicted to bear the maximum impact. A brutal heat wave swept swathes of north India on Friday, with the maximum temperature soaring to a scorching 47.4 degrees Celsius []
Hyderabad: Five Held for Opening 'Mule' Bank Accounts
Hyderabad : The task force on Saturday along with city cybercrime police and TS Cyber Security Bureau have arrested five members of a gang for opening mule bank accounts and supplying them to cyberfraudsters. The arrested accused were identified Arif Saifi (Uttarakhand), Mohd. Abdul Naveed and Sohail Khan (both Dabeerpura), Mohd. Dade Khan (Kaladera) and Sohail Khan (Chandrayangutta). Saifi went to the Gulf in 2019 and came in contact with Zaid of Muradabad, UP, and Sandeep Singh of Punjab, who said that they were engaged in the cryptocurrency Business and needed bank accounts for their transactions, They offered to pay Rs.15,000 for each account. Safi with Fathima Begum of Chaderghat, (presently staying in Sharjah) started opening bank accounts and procuring SIM cards by offering Rs.10,000 for each account in Hyderabad through her son-in-law Naveed, son Sohail Khan and the thers. These SIM cards and bank account credentials were sent to Dubai to the cyber fraudsters. Police have so far 82 bank account from all over the country around 125 Cybercrime fraud petitions were received.
Bibhav Kumar likely to be taken to CM's residence for recreating crime scene
Bibhav Kumar likely to be taken to CM's residence for recreating crime scene The Delhi Police is likely to take Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar to the CM's residence on Sunday for recreating the crime scene, officials said. Kumar was arrested earlier in the day for allegedly assaulting AAP Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal at Kejriwal's house on May 13 morning. He might be taken to the CM's residence on Sunday to recreate the scene of crime, an officer said on Saturday. Kumar, the personal assistant of Kejriwal, was arrested from the CM's residence around 12 noon on Saturday. The officer added that Kumar has been interrogated about why he went to the house on Saturday morning. It is suspected that he might have gone to tamper with evidence, the officer said. ''As soon, we got to know about the Kumar's presence at the CM's residence on Saturday morning, a team from the local police station was sent to nab him,'' the officer said. Police have asked Kumar where he was at the time of filing of the FIR against him at the Civil Lines police station on Thursday. Earlier, they had that suspected he was staying in Punjab as his mobile-phone was unreachable. Kumar has been asked multiple about the incidents of May 13, the officials said. His mobile-phones have been confiscated and police are trying to know what all communications he had with Maliwal, they said added that he has deleted chats and other content. Another officer said he was also questioned about what he was doing at the CM's residence when Maliwal reached there at 9 am on May 13. Police also asked him questions about Kejriwal's presence at the house on the day of the incident, the officer said. Kumar in his counter complaint with police has said that Maliwal had barged into the house of Kejriwal without an appointment. He said that when he tried to stop her, she misbehaved with him. The Delhi Police has collected footage from eight CCTV cameras and the DVR from the CM's residence. An officer said there was no CCTV camera installed in the drawing room of CM's residence where the alleged assault on Maliwal took place.
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Get ready to groove to the latest Punjabi song Kurta Pajama, a sensational track by the talented Gopii Sandhu and Sargi Maan. With the enchanting music composed by Street Boy and heartfelt lyrics penned by Kamaal, this track will captivate your heart. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the magic of Gopii Sandhu and Sargi Maan in Kurta Pajama song. Visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes for more exciting Punjabi songs. Explore the musical brilliance of Gopii Sandhu and Sargi Maan, discover the latest Punjabi video songs of 2024, Street Boy songs and Kamaal songs.
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Punjab FC crowned Reliance Foundation Development League 2023-24 champions, beating East Bengal FC in final Punjab FC became the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) 2023-24 champions by defeating East Bengal FC in the final of the National Championship by 3-2 at the Reliance Corporate Park in Mumbai on Saturday night. Punjab FC thus lifted the RFDL trophy to bring a happy end to their unbelievable run in this tournament where they remained unbeaten in the 16 matches that they contested across the Regional Qualifiers, National Group Stage, and the National Championship. They won 14 games and drew only twice in their invincible run in this campaign. The summit clash was a hotly contested one where the momentum of the game swung both ways in an exciting back and forth encounter. Whilst Punjab FC and East Bengal FC scored once each in the first half, the second essay of the match saw the Red & Gold Brigade net first to get a 2-1 lead before the eventual winners got their act together and scored twice to bag the winner courtesy of substitute striker Harmanpreet Singh in the 72nd minute. The Sankarlal Chakraborty-coached side opened their account in the 10th minute with in-form forward Omang Dodum showing remarkable composure inside the box to pounce upon a loose delivery and strike it past East Bengal FC goalkeeper Gourab Shaw. However, the Red & Gold Brigade struck back, thanks to midfielder Guite Vanlalpeka, who bagged the equaliser in the 42nd minute with a comfortable shot from the left side of the 18-yard box. East Bengal FC carried that intensity in the second half, getting a lead in the 50th minute, with defender Joseph Justin nodding home a cross and breaking into a jubilant celebration. However, the tactical acumen of Chakraborty came to their rescue as his timely substitutions ensured that Yendrembam Boby Singh and Harmanpreet, both of whom had come off the bench, ended up scoring once each to help them win the championship. Boby's goal was a sublime one, coming as a culmination to the sustained periods of pressure that Punjab FC were inflicting upon the East Bengal FC backline. Boby dribbled the ball at the edge of the box, beating his markers with his deft touch, before unleashing an emphatic shot that rattled the inside of the net and levelled the scores in the 59th minute. Thirteen minutes later, Harmanpreet laid the final punch by ensuring that his sharp striker instincts took over the proceedings as he slotted the ball into the net after Punjab FC overcrowded the East Bengal FC backline, much to the joy of the Punjab FC players and coaching staff. The entire credit of helping Punjab FC win the RFDL 2023-24 season unbeaten goes to our players. The coaching staff played a supportive role, and our players put in a lot of hard work. We prepared extensively to finally win this championship. It was a fiercely contested final. Usually, the result of a very competitive match comes down to the substitution that each team makes, which helped us today. The youth setup and structure of Punjab FC is absolutely world-class and one of the best in Indian football, Punjab FC coach Sankarlal Chakraborty said after the game. Brief Scores: Punjab FC 3 (Omang Dodum 10', Yendrembam Boby Singh 59', Harmanpreet Singh 72') - 2 East Bengal FC (Guite Vanlalpeka 30', Joseph Justin 50'). (ANI)
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Representatives from diplomatic missions at PM's rally in northeast Delhi
Representatives from diplomatic missions at PM's rally in northeast Delhi Representatives from different missions in India on Saturday attended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally in northeast Delhi ''to experience firsthand the vibrant and dynamic nature of the country's democratic process'', according to the BJP. The party earlier said 25 representatives from 13 diplomatic missions would witness the public meeting, the first by PM Modi in the national during the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. The attendees included those from the diplomatic missions of Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Indonesia, Japan, Mauritius, Nepal, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. Braving the Delhi heat, a large number of people gathered at the rally hours before the PM's arrival, with many chanting ''Modi Modi'' and carrying cut-outs of the prime minister. ''Majboori nahi man thaa aane ka (It was not a compulsion, I came because I wished to see Modi). I came here around 2 pm just to see the prime minister,'' Alka Singh, who came from West Delhi, said unmindful of the searing heat '' My family was supportive when I told them that I wanted to attend the rally. The temperature is soaring in the city, but I do not care about it since I was waiting for this movement,'' Singh, a housewife, said. As the PM reached the venue on his chopper after 6 pm, chants of ''Modi, Modi'' and ''Jai Shree Ram'' rent the air. A boy was holding a sketch of Prime Minister Modi and his mother, while a group of women had donned sarees of saffron colour with Bharatiya Janata Party's symbol lotus on them. Prem Nath, who came from Bhajanpura, said, ''I am very excited to see the national leader. I work at a jewellery shop and took off for today just to attend the rally. We all have seen that the current government has removed Article 370. He has done a lot for the nation and yes, we want him to continue for another term to lead the nation.'' Folk artistes from Uttarakhand, Punjab, and Haryana also performed at the rally. Anjita Singh, a resident of Shahdarasid, ''The Modi government has given relief to women in several ways, including providing LPG cylinders under Ujjwala Yojana. ''We see a hope in him and will vote for the saffron party. Our vote will go for nationalism, for Ram Temple, and for unity of the nation,'' Singh said. The rally was held at a Delhi Development Authority (DDA) ground at Pushta number 4 of Yamuna Khadar under the Ghonda assembly seat, which is a part of the Northeast Delhi parliamentary constituency. Security was very tight around the venue with Delhi Police, along with NSG, paramilitary personnel, Delhi Fire Services, NCC and home guards deployed.
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Heavy Rainfall Alert: There will be heavy rain in these states including UP, IMD issued alert
The Meteorological Department said that many areas of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi will experience severe heat from May 18 to 22. Severe heat conditions will continue in Western Uttar Pradesh also on May 18 and 19. Heavy rainfall alert: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that severe heat is expected to [] The post Heavy Rainfall Alert: There will be heavy rain in these states including UP, IMD issued alert first appeared on informalnewz .
Heatwave grips northwest India, temp crosses 45 deg C
The Met office has issued a ed warning for Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and west Rajasthan, stressing the need for extreme care for vulnerable people.
Pakistan: 14 killed in road accident caused by brake failure
Pakistan: 14 killed in road accident caused by brake failure Islamabad: At least 14 people were killed in Pakistan after a mini lorry carrying a family plunged into a ditch due to a brake failure, the rescue service said on Saturday. The accident took place in Khushab district in the central Punjab province on [] The post Pakistan: 14 killed in road accident caused by brake failure appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Virat Kohli becomes first Indian batter to have two IPL seasons with 700-plus runs
Virat Kohli becomes first Indian batter to have two IPL seasons with 700-plus runs Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli achieved a new record in the Indian Premier League (IPL), becoming the first Indian player to have two seasons with 700-plus runs. Virat accomplished this milestone against RCB's match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Bengaluru. In the game, Virat scored 47 runs in just 29 balls, with three fours and four sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 162.06. In 14 games this season, Virat leads the run-scoring charts with 708 runs at an average of 64.36 and a strike rate of 155.60. This is his highest strike rate in an IPL season. Virat had crossed the 700-run mark in 2016 as well, scoring 973 runs in 16 matches at an average of 81.08 and a strike rate of over 152, with four centuries and seven fifties. Virat is the second player overall to reach 700-run mark in a single IPL edition on two or more occasions, with Chris Gayle doing so twice as well. The West Indies legend scored 733 runs in IPL 2012 and 708 runs in IPL 2013. Virat also ended the league stage of IPL 2024 with 37 sixes, the most by a batter this season. Virat's all-time high tally of sixes in an IPL season was 38 maximums back in 2016. Virat also continued his fine run of form in the IPL on May 18, a date which has been special for RCB and Virat, since they have won every game ever played on this date. With scores of 56*(29) vs. CSK, Bengaluru (2013), 27*(29) vs CSK, Ranchi (2015), 113(50) vs. Punjab Kings Bengaluru (2016), and 100 (63) against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Hyderabad (2023) on this date, in five innings, he has scored 343 runs at an average of 85.75, with two centuries and a fifty. Coming to the match, CSK won the toss and opted to bowl first. Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI): Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Daryl Mitchell, Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (Wk), Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande, Simarjeet Singh, Maheesh Theekshana. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Faf du Plessis (C), Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Rajat Patidar, Cameron Green, Mahipal Lomror, Dinesh Karthik (Wk), Karn Sharma, Yash Dayal, Lockie Ferguson, Mohammed Siraj. (ANI)
Art 370 buried in 'kabristan', my 'dhakad' govt removed hurdle to J and K progress:PM Modi
Art 370 buried in 'kabristan', my 'dhakad' govt removed hurdle to J and K progress:PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said Article 370 has been ''buried'' in 'kabristan' (graveyard) and it was his 'dhakad' (strong) government that removed the hurdle to the progress of Jammu and Kashmir. Modi made these remarks at back-to-back poll rallies in Haryana--Gohana(Sonipat) and Ambala--as he stepped up the attack on the Congress, saying the opposition party should forget the ''dream'' of bringing back Article 370 of the Constitution that gave special status to J and K. The contentious constitutional provision was scrapped in August 2019. Addressing a rally at Gohana, his second of the day in Haryana after the one at Ambala, Modi referred to the ongoing Lok Sabha polls as a 'Kurukshetra' (battle) in which ''there is development on one hand and 'vote jihad' on the other''. Striking a chord with the locals, Modi referred to Gohana's famous ''Matu Ram ki jalebi'' to target the opposition INDIA bloc, saying it has a formula of having five prime ministers in five years if they come to power. ''Ask them, is the prime minister's post our Matu Ram ki jalebi?'' he told the crowd. ''In the 2024 'Kurukshetra', there is development on one hand and 'vote jihad' on the other,'' he said. ''I want to ask the people of Haryana... who will win?'' He waited for the crowd to respond before saying, ''Your reply has decided 'Phir Ek Baar','' and the crowd went along to say, ''Modi Sarkar.'' Modi said now the Congress is not even hiding its ''desh-virodhi agenda (anti-national agenda)''. They are saying openly what Modi did in 10 years they will reverse it if they come to power, he said. But their ''dream'' of bringing Article 370 back will never be fulfilled, he added. ''They are saying that we will restore Article 370 in Kashmir... This means once again a free run for terrorism and bloodshed in the Valley.'' ''From the brave land of Haryana, I want to tell those associated with the Congress that only tricolour will fly in Kashmir now. ''Forget the dream of bringing back 370 in Kashmir. And if you try to do it 'lene ke dene pad jayenge' (you will have to pay very heavy price),'' he said. ''Dhara 370 ki deewar hamne kabristan me gaad di hai....(We have buried the wall of Article 370 in kabristan--graveyard).'' Earlier at the Ambala poll rally too, Modi attacked the Congress and said it was his 'dhakad' (strong) government that removed the Article 370 impedient and as a result, Jammu and Kashmir is now moving on the path of progress. The prime minister said a weak government could never have changed the situation in J and K. ''Modi's dhakad government brought down the wall of Article 370 and Kashmir is now moving ahead on the path of development,'' he said. Back at Gohana, Modi said the Congress is out of power for 10 years and therefore they are jittery. They are remembering their old days when the ''shahi parivar'' used to run government with a remote control, he said, alleging all government schemes used to be in the name of only one family and there was corruption too. During the Congress rule, he said, firing at the borders and ceasefire violations used to be in the headlines regularly. But under his government, he said, the situation has changed even though the enemy is the same. It is not Modi, but the power of a vote of people which changed the situation, he added. Modi said he gave the soldiers, including the brave soldiers from Haryana, guarding the borders a free hand. The Congress and INDIA alliance are not able to digest these decisions, Modi said. ''They cannot see this situation of Pakistan. Now people associated with the Congress have become Pakistan's spokespersons and are saying the neighbouring country has nuclear bomb.'' ''Tell me, should India be scared of Pakistan?'' he asked the gathering. ''Ye Modi ka daur hai, hum ghar mein ghus ke marte hai (This is Modi's period, we hit the enemy inside its territory).'' He also targeted the opposition INDIA bloc, calling it 'Jamaat of ghotalebaaz'(gang of the corrupt). ''They want power at any cost. And what is that cost? It is the country's security, stability and respect. And five prime ministers in five years. This is their formula to run the government. ''Will the country benefit, if there is new PM each year. What will they do? Will you allow the country to go back to that period of instability,'' he said. On Ram temple, Modi alleged that the Congress created as many obstacles as it could in order to make those who do 'Vote Jihad' happy. Referring to the AAP-Congress poll alliance in certain states, he said Congress leaders are holding the ''jhadoo'' (broomstick, the Aam Aadmi Party's poll symbol) in Delhi and Haryana, but claiming that ''jhadoowala chor hai'' in Punjab, where the two parties are contesting elections against each other.
Northwest India endures punishing heat for 2nd day on trot
Northwest India, including Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, experiences a severe heatwave with temperatures surpassing 45 degrees Celsius for the second day. The India Meteorological Department issues red warnings for Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and west Rajasthan, and orange alerts for east Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar, highlighting high health concerns for vulnerable populations.
Will seek transfer of Kartarpur Sahib from Pakistan, says SAD chief Badal
Will seek transfer of Kartarpur Sahib from Pakistan, says SAD chief Badal The Shiromani Akali Dal on Saturday came out with its poll manifesto and said it will seek transfer of Kartarpur Sahib from Pakistan to India through mutual land exchange between the two countries. After releasing his party's manifesto for the June 1 Lok Sabha polls in Punjab, SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal said his party makes a commitment to renew the fight for the inclusion of Chandigarh and other Punjabi speaking areas left out of the state. ''Chandigarh was categorically declared to belong to Punjab and was to remain a Union Territory only for five years. We will fight Centre's betrayal of Punjab on this with renewed force,'' he said in a statement. Chandigarh is the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana. Describing its manifesto as 'ailan-nama', Badal said the party will use its mandate to seek transfer of Kartarpur Sahib from Pakistan to India through mutual land exchange between the two countries. ''The party also promises to work through the Government of India seeking that the requirement for passports for pilgrims to Kartarpur Sahib be dropped and be replaced with a simple permit system, he added. The Kartarpur corridor links Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Pakistan, the final resting place of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev, to Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district. The party manifesto said with people's mandate, it will move to cancel all decisions and settlements on river waters that have been made without Punjab's concurrence and in violation of the nationally accepted Riparian principle. Badal said his party will seek royalty on its river water given to non-Riparian states and will take all political or legal steps necessary for this. The manifesto demanded opening of Attari and Hussainiwala borders with Pakistan for trade and tourism to usher in economic prosperity. It also promised to secure Special Economic Zones (SEZ) status for the entire border. We will engage with the Centre to bring small, medium and MSME industrial units in the border districts, '' it said. It also emphasised the need for industry-focused skill education institutes in this belt. The manifesto said apart from ''discriminating'' against the Sikhs, the Centre is ''discriminating against and terrorising other minorities, including Muslims, Christian, Bodhis and Jainis. SAD will champion their cause in every sphere''. It also announced to oppose any move at enforcing the Uniform Civil Code. The manifesto said the party will seek to put an end to the ''dangerous interference into Sikh religious affairs by non-Sikh forces who have been using some disgruntled Sikh elements as cosmetic front for their nefarious designs to weaken the 'Panth' from within''. Badal said his party would use the people's mandate to create three Special Economic Hubs, developing Mohali as an IT hub, Malwa belt as textile hub and Sri Amritsar Sahib as well Hari ke Patan and areas around Pathankot, Ranjit Sagar Dam as major tourism hub of global scale.
Modi says democracy not in danger
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to democracy and development while delivering a series of fiery speeches across Delhi and Haryana and launching a vigorous attack on the Opposition over its democracy in danger claim if the BJP-led NDA retains power. He said that though four generations of Congress ruled in Delhi, the Opposition party now is not capable of fighting for even four seats here. He urged voters to reject the INDI alliance, alleging that their manifesto is influenced by the Muslim League. Modi, who spoke at his first rally in Delhis Northeast, had earlier addressed two rallies in Haryanas Ambala and Sonipat. In these speeches, he accused the Opposition of wanting power at any cost, even if it means sacrificing the country's security, stability, and respect. He also praised the bravery of soldiers, noting that Haryana has one of the largest numbers of people in the armed forces. I consider it a blessing from God to be chosen to accelerate our country's development. Sixty years ago when I left my home, I was unaware that I would one day hoist the tricolour at the Red Fort. My family was left behind, but today, 140 crore Indians are my family. I am not living for myself but for your bright future and your children's. You are my heirs, and I work tirelessly day and night just for you, said the PM, recalling how Delhi has witnessed a remarkable transformation. He claimed that in their relentless pursuit of votebanks, the I.N.D.I.A. bloc neglects development and schemes. The I.N.D.I.A. bloc held Delhi captive over the CAA, inciting riots, but their falsehoods stand exposed. Refugees, including Dalit families, now receive Indian citizenship. Their communal reservation agenda defies Baba Saheb Ambedkars principles, said the PM. Representatives from 13 diplomatic missions in India attended the PMs Northeast rally as part of BJPs Know BJP initiative, including delegates from Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Indonesia, Japan, Mauritius, Nepal, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. In subsequent rallies in Haryana's Sonipat and Ambala, Modi reiterated his criticism of the Opposition, particularly their alleged attempts to destabilise the country and reverse his government's policies. He declared that the Opposition's dream of reinstating Article 370 in Kashmir would never be realized, asserting that his government had buried it in the kabristan (graveyard). Attacking the I.N.D.I.A. bloc, he said they have a formula of having five prime ministers in five years if they come to power. In the 2024 'kurukshetra', there is development on one hand and 'vote jihad' on the other, he said. I want to ask the people of Haryana... Who will win? He waited for people to respond before saying, Your reply has decided 'Phir Ek Baar', and the crowd responded with, Modi Sarkar. Modi said now the Congress is not even hiding its desh-virodhi agenda (anti-national agenda). They are openly saying they will reverse everything Modi has done in the last 10 years if they come to power. But their dream of bringing Article 370 back will never be fulfilled, he added. On the Opposition naming their grouping I.N.D.I.A., he said, The reality does not change by changing names. This INDI Alliance is a gang of the corrupt (jamaat of ghotalebaaz). They want power at any cost. And what is that cost? It is the country's security, stability, and respect. And five prime ministers in five years. This is their formula to run the government, he said. Will the country benefit if there is a new PM each year? What will they do? Will you allow the country to go back to that period of instability? Referring to Haryana contributing a sizable number of soldiers to the armed forces, Modi said when the Congress was in power, mothers in the state were worried about their children's safety. Have such things stopped now or not? he asked the audience, which responded with an emphatic yes. Patriotism runs in the veins of Haryana, he said, adding that the state understands anti-national forces. Therefore, each house in Haryana is saying - phir ek baar and the crowd responded, saying Modi sarkar. When there is a dhakad government in the country, the enemy thinks 100 times before doing anything, the prime minister said. He said Pakistan, which earlier had bombs in its hands, is now holding a egging bowl. Referring to the AAP-Congress poll alliance in certain states, he said Congress leaders are holding the jhadoo (broomstick, the Aam Aadmi Party's poll symbol) in Delhi and Haryana, but claiming that jhadoowala chor hai in Punjab, where the two parties are contesting the election against each other. The Prime Minister reiterated his claim that the Congress will redistribute the reservation meant for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) on the basis of religion, and alleged that the opposition party wants to snatch the quota for Dalits in jobs and education. The Congress never cared about the small needs of the country's soldiers, including their clothes, shoes, and bullet-proof jackets, he said. He accused the Congress of betraying the ex-servicemen and keeping the One Rank, One Pension issue lingering for four decades.
Akali Dal releases manifesto, makes a panthic and pro-Punjab pitch
Country at dangerous crossroads, have to save democracy, constitution: Mann in Haryana
Country at dangerous crossroads, have to save democracy, constitution: Mann in Haryana Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday claimed that India is currently at a ''dangerous crossroads'' and the fight in this Lok Sabha election is to save the nation's democracy and constitution. The senior AAP leader alleged that the BJP leaders are blinded by power. ''They don't realize this country is not anyone's personal property. It belongs to 140 crore people. Our freedom fighters sacrificed their lives for the sake of this country,'' he said. Campaigning for AAP candidate in Haryana's Kurukshetra Lok Sabha seat Sushil Gupta, the Punjab chief minister said the BJP should not be under the illusion that they can break his party by imprisoning Arvind Kejriwal or silence it by freezing its bank accounts. Mann addressed a public meeting in Pundri, an assembly segment under the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency, and also participated in roadshows at Guhla, Pehowa and Radaur. ''Democracy and constitution are in danger and we have to save it,'' he asserted. Claiming that the ongoing Lok Sabha poll is about saving the country which ''stands at a dangerous crossroads'', Mann said, ''The country is at a point where it will either head towards dictatorship or have democratically elected leaders who work according to the people's wishes.'' ''The country will either fall into the hands of a party that wants to abolish the Constitution or into the hands of parties that want the country to progress,'' Mann said. He claimed that after the first four phases of the Lok Sabha polls, the BJP leaders have realised that neither they are going to achieve its poll slogan of winning more than 400 seats, nor are they even retaining power at the Centre. ''When PM Modi realised that he was losing, he started giving threatening speeches,'' Mann said. Voting in 10 Lok Sabha seats of Haryana will be held in the sixth phase on May 25.
Performance is my only currency, I don''t need anyone''s approval or assurance: Virat Kohli
Performance is my only currency, I don''t need anyone''s approval or assurance: Virat Kohli Virat Kohli says he doesn't need either approval or assurance from anyone on his capability as India's premier batter responded to the criticism and debate over his strike rate, asserting that he knows what he can do on the ground. While Kohli has led the batting charts this year in the IPL, his strike rate has also attracted criticism which also includes comments from legendary India batter and former captain Sunil Gavaskar. (I) dont need to react. I know what I can do on ground. I dont need to tell anyone what kind of player I am or what my ability is,'' Kohli said in a recent video released ahead of RCB's crucial IPL encounter against Chennai Super Kings when asked how he deals with external noise. ''Ive never asked anyone how to win a match. Ive learnt this by figuring it out myself in the middle of the ground by failing from experience.'' ''Its not a by-chance thing when you are repeatedly winning matches for the team. For someone to see and analyse a moment and for another player to experience that moment in the middle are two completely different things,'' he added. Kohli said he does not believe in asking someone to stop saying certain things about him. ''I have never felt that I should go and tell someone not to say certain things about me. I know what I can do out there. I dont need anyones approval, or assurance that I played well. I dont need these things. ''I have learnt this from my father very early on. I could have played for the state very early in my career through other means, but my father said only if youre capable you will make it. Performance is my only currency,'' he said. Meanwhile, echoing India skipper Rohit Sharma's sentiments over the impact player rule in IPL, Kohli said it is ''disrupting the balance'' of the game. The mid-innings substitution rule, adopted last IPL, has sparked a row with Rohit expressing his displeasure in a podcast last month. Kohli has urged for a rethink of the rule. ''I agree with Rohit. Entertainment is one aspect of the game but there is no balance,'' Kohli said on Jio Cinema. ''I think it has disrupted the balance and a lot of people are feeling this way, not just me,'' he said. Rohit in the podcast had said, ''I'm not a big fan... It's going to hold back all-rounders. Cricket is played by 11, not 12 (players).'' Punjab Kings set the record for the highest successful chase in T20 history when they overhauled Kolkata Knight Riders' 262 with eight balls to spare. Sunrisers Hyderabad also smashed the record for the highest-ever total in franchise cricket by posting 287/3 against RCB. This edition alone has witnessed eight 250-plus totals and Kohli felt the bowlers' pain. ''Bowlers are feeling like what they should do,'' Kohli said. ''I have never experienced anything like it where bowlers think they will concede four or a six on every ball. Not every team has a (Jasprit) Bumrah or the mystery of Rashid Khan,'' he said. ''With one extra batter, there is a reason I am playing with 200-plus strike rate in the powerplays. I know there is a batsman waiting at No 8 as well. We are playing a high level of cricket and it should not be that dominant in my opinion. There is a beauty about having an equal balance between bat and ball,'' Kohli added. Earlier this month, BCCI secretary Jay Shah said the rule was implemented as a 'test case' and that it also allows two Indian players with opportunities to play in a game. He also said the board and all key stakeholders would deliberate over its continuity. ''I am sure Jay (Shah) bhai has mentioned it already that they will review it and I am sure that they will come to a conclusion which brings the game into balance,'' said Kohli. ''As a batsman, I can say this rule is good but the match should be exciting. Only fours and sixes are not exciting in cricket. Exciting is that you can defend 160 as well, Kohli said.
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Modi's 'dhakad' government brought down wall of Article 370: PM in Ambala
Modi's 'dhakad' government brought down wall of Article 370: PM in Ambala Prime Minister Narendra Modi sharpened his attack on the Congress on Saturday and said it was his ''dhakad'' (strong) government that brought down the wall of Article 370 and as a result, Jammu and Kashmir is now moving ahead on the path of progress. Tearing into the Congress, Modi said its history has been of betraying India's forces and soldiers. ''Their first scam was in the (armed) forces,'' the prime minister said, in an apparent reference to the ''Jeep scandal'', without naming it. Modi was addressing his first Lok Sabha poll rally in Haryana. Later, he addressed another rally in Sonipat's Gohana. ''The Congress maintained its track record with new scams till it was in power at the Centre. Be it the Bofors scam, the submarine scam, the helicopter scam -- the Congress used to keep the forces weak. Do you know why? So that in the name of procuring arms from abroad, it could earn huge sums,'' he alleged. Referring to Haryana contributing a sizable number of soldiers in the armed forces, Modi said when the Congress was in power, mothers in the state were a worried lot thinking about their children's safety. ''Have such things stopped now or not?'' he asked the audience that responded with an emphatic ''yes''. On Jammu and Kashmir, the prime minister said a weak government could never have changed the situation in the region. ''Modi's dhakad government brought down the wall of Article 370 and Kashmir is now moving ahead on the path of progress,'' he said. In August 2019, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre abrogated the provisions of Article 370 of the Constitution that had bestowed special rights on Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the erstwhile state into Union territories. Modi asserted that the welfare of farmers is his priority and said the previous Congress-led government at the Centre spent Rs 7.5 lakh crore to procure foodgrains at the minimum support price (MSP) in 10 years, whereas the current regime's procurement of crops at the MSP was for Rs 20 lakh crore. He also accused the Congress of cheating sugarcane farmers. ''When we came to power, their arrears had run up to Rs 60,000 crore. This year alone, we paid Rs 1.14 lakh crore,'' Modi said. Today, the sugarcane FRP (fair and remunerative price) is around Rs 350 per quintal, whereas it was Rs 210 during the Congress-led government, he said. More than Rs 650 crore, as part of the Kisan Samman Nidhi, were transferred to the bank accounts of farmers hailing from Ambala, Karnal and Kurukshetra, he added. Referring to the AAP-Congress poll alliance in certain states, he said Congress leaders are holding the ''jhadoo'' (broomstick, the Aam Aadmi Party's poll symbol) in Delhi and Haryana, but claiming that ''jhadoowala chor hai'' in Punjab, where the two parties are contesting the election against each other. The prime minister reiterated his claim that the Congress will redistribute the reservation meant for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) on the basis of religion, and alleged that the opposition party wants to snatch the quota for Dalits in jobs and education. ''The Congress has nothing to do with women, farmers and youngsters. For the Congress, its vote bank is everything,'' he said. He also slammed the opposition party for saying it will scrap the Citizenship (Amendment) Act if it comes to power. Seeking to strike an emotional chord with Sikhs, Modi said it was his government that brought the ''saroops'' of the Guru Granth Sahib with full respect from Afghanistan. He said it was his government that started observing ''Vir Bal Diwas'' to commemorate the martyrdom of the sons of 10th Sikh Guru Gobind Singh. Modi said the Ram temple in Ayodhya was built after a 500-year wait. ''The entire country is happy, but Congress leaders utter insulting words about the temple,'' he said. The prime minister said only 17 days are left for June 4, when the Lok Sabha poll results will be announced. The Congress and its partners in the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) have drawn a blank in the first four phases of polling, he claimed. ''When there is a dhakad government in the country, the enemy thinks 100 times before doing anything,'' Modi said. He said Pakistan, which earlier had bombs in its hands, is now holding on to a ''begging bowl''. The Congress never cared about the small needs of the country's soldiers, including their clothes, shoes and bullet-proof jackets, he said. ''India is now selling to other countries weapons that it used to buy from them,'' the prime minister said. He accused the Congress of betraying the ex-servicemen and keeping the ''One Rank, One Pension'' issue lingering for four decades, and said it was his government that fulfilled the promise made to them. India has a lot to offer to the world in the field of nutrition, Modi said, adding that he wants to take the ''jowar'' and ''bajra'' grown by the farmers of Haryana to the world. Voting for the 10 Lok Sabha seats in Haryana will be held in the sixth phase of the seven-phase election on May 25. Among those present at the Ambala rally were former Haryana chief minister and the BJP's Lok Sabha poll candidate from Karnal, Manohar Lal Khattar, the party's Ambala and Kurukshetra candidates, Banto Kataria and Naveen Jindal. Earlier, Modi paid tributes to former Union minister Rattan Lal Kataria. Saturday marked the death anniversary of Kataria, who represented Ambala in the Lok Sabha. His wife Banto Kataria is the BJP's Lok Sabha poll candidate from the seat this time.
PM Modi terms Congress, AAP alliance hypocritical: 'Friends in Delhi-Haryana, wrestling in Punjab'
Doctor's advice to cope with heatwave: Cover body parts while going out, keep yourself hydrated
Doctor's advice to cope with heatwave: Cover body parts while going out, keep yourself hydrated Amidst increasing mercury, Dr Deepak Maheshwari, Principal of SMS Medical College, has shared tips on how to protect oneself from heatwaves and rising temperatures, emphasising covering the body parts and staying hydrated. Speaking with ANI, Dr Deepak Maheshwari said, In such situation, small kids, old people, and those suffering from respiratory, cardiac or any other chronic issues are quite vulnerable. Hence, I would request everyone, common and vulnerable people to not go outside in extreme sunlight, unless and until it is necessary. He added further, If you want to go, then cover as much part of your body, wear full-sleeved clothes, white colour clothes, and caps. Stressing the importance of hydration, Dr Maheshwari said, Keeping your body hydrated will solve half of the problems... It is extremely important to keep yourself hydrated... Earlier in the day, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast a heatwave and a severe heatwave condition across vast swathes of North India, including several parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Delhi, between May 17 and 21. The premier weather forecasting agency said heatwave conditions were likely to prevail in parts of Uttar Pradesh from May 17-21; in isolated pockets of Gujarat between May 17 and 21; Bihar from May 17-20; Jharkhand between May 19 and 20; and north Madhya Pradesh from May 18-21; Gangetic West Bengal between May 18 and 20; and Odisha on May 20 and 21. While a red alert for severe heatwave was issued for west Rajasthan, an Orange alert was also out for Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, East Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Gujarat. A yellow alert for a heatwave-like condition was issued as well for Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal and Odisha. Rajasthan's Barmer recorded a maximum temperature of 46.5C on Friday, while Delhi's Ayanagar logged 46.2C. Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh recorded 44.9C while Gujarat's Surendranagar and Punjab's Patiala logged 44.7C and 44.4C respectively. An area is considered to be in the grip of a heatwave if the maximum temperature at a weather station reaches at least 40C and at least 30C or more for hilly regions. (ANI)
Severe heat in northwest India for another five days; red warning issued
The Met office issued a red warning for Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and west Rajasthan and an orange alert for east Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
LS polls: ECI makes seizures worth Rs 8,889 crore; drugs contribute 45%
NEW DELHI: The poll panel on Saturday said that the election-time seizures of inducements reached to Rs 8,889 crore that aimed to influence voters, as confiscation of narcotics and other contrabands amounted to 45 percent of the total seizure. The Election Commission of India (ECI) also revealed that over 4.24 lakh complaints were received from citizens on cVigil app in the last two months and 99.9 per cent of them have been disposed of. At 45 per cent, drugs and other contrabands constituted the largest among the total seizures, as narcotics worth around Rs 3,959 crore were seized, the ECI said. Drugs, liquor, precious metals, freebies and cash influence elections in varying degrees, some flowing directly as inducements while others through reduced levels of circulation of money, the Commission said in an official statement. The poll panel has laid special emphasis on the seizure of narcotics and psychotropic substances, the Commission noted, while adding that an analysis of data found that states and Union Territories (UTs) that used to be transit zones are increasingly becoming consumption territories of drugs. The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad, Narcotics Control Bureau and the Indian Coast Guard in joint operations have made three high-value seizures of drugs in just three days, amounting to Rs 892 crore, the poll panel noted. Rs 849.15 crore in cash, Rs 814.85 crore worth of liquor, drugs worth Rs 3,958.85 crore and precious metals worth Rs 1,260.33 crore have been seized, it added. Election-time seizures to cross Rs.9,000 crores soon. Commissions crackdown on inducements behind historic spurt; crusade against narcotics continues; Drugs amount to 45% of seizures Details : https://t.co/IEboBFYmJu Spokesperson ECI (@SpokespersonECI) May 18, 2024 Meanwhile, in a separate statement, while noting that in the Lok Sabha elections the cVigil app has emerged as a highly effective tool in the hands of people to flag MCC violations, the ECI said, Since the announcement of polls, over 4.24 lakh complaints have been received through the App as on May 15, 2024. Out of these 4,23,908 complaints have been disposed of and the remaining 409 cases are under process. Nearly 89% complaints were resolved within a 100 minute timeline, a promise made by the ECI. It said, Citizens have used the App for checking electoral malpractices in use of loudspeakers beyond prescribed time or noise levels, campaigning during ban period, placing banners or posters without permission, deployment of vehicles beyond permitted limit, property defacement and display of firearms. Box1: Item wise seizures Drugs: Rs 3,958.85 Crore Cash: Rs 849.15 Crore Liquor: Rs 814.85 Crore Precious Metal: Rs 1,260.33 Crore Freebies: Rs 2,006.56 Crore Box 2: Top five states, where high quantum of seizures made: Gujarat: Rs 1,461.73 Crore Rajasthan: Rs 1,133.82 Crore Punjab: Rs 734.54 Crore Maharashtra: Rs 685.81Crore NCT of Delhi: Rs 653.31 Crore Box 3: Category-wise complaints via cVigil App Religious or communal speeches: 2,883 Distribution of cash, liquor & freebies: 7,022 Display of firearms/intimidation: 2,430 Posters/Banners without permission: 3,24,228 Property defacement: 14,022 Campaigning during ban period: 4,742 Vehicle/convoy without permission: 2,697 Others: 66,293
Pakistan: 14 Killed as Mini Truck Falls into Ravine in Khushab
New Delhi: At least 14 people including five children and two women were killed as a mini truck carrying a family plunged into a ravine in Khushab district in Pakistans province of Punjab on Saturday. According to the rescue officials, the family was travelling from Bannu to Soon Valley in Khushab when the tragic accident [] The post Pakistan: 14 Killed as Mini Truck Falls into Ravine in Khushab appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Tragic Road Accident in Punjab: 14 Dead, 12 Injured
Tragic Road Accident in Punjab: 14 Dead, 12 Injured At least 14 people of a family, including five children, were killed and 12 injured when a mini-truck in which they were travelling skidded off the road and fell into a ravine in Pakistans Punjab province on Saturday, rescue officials said. According to Rescue 1122, the vehicle was coming from the Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province to the Khushab district of Punjab when the accident occurred. The incident took place in the Khushab district of the central Punjab province. The mini-truck, while negotiating a turn, skidded off the road and fell into a ravine at Pench Pir area of Khushab, some 250 kilometres from Lahore. ''As many as 14 people, including five children, died on the spot. Twelve injured have been shifted to a hospital where their condition is stated to be critical, an official said. Rescue personnel provided on-site medical aid to four people with minor injuries. The other eight were rushed to Tehsil Headquarters Hospital Naushera with serious injuries. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed her grief over the loss of lives in the accident and directed the authorities to provide the injured with the best treatment facilities. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi expressed heartfelt grief over the accident and extended his condolences to the families of the deceased. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. Punjab is no stranger to severe road accidents. In August 2023, at least 18 people were killed when a passenger bus caught fire after colliding with a pick-up truck laden with drums of diesel on the motorway near Pindi Bhattian. Road accidents with high fatalities are common in the country due to lax safety measures, poor driver training and decrepit transport infrastructure. Passenger buses and trucks are frequently crammed to capacity and seatbelts are not commonly worn, meaning high death tolls from single-vehicle accidents are common. Rescue officials said the deceased and the injured belonged to an extended family who were coming to Khushab for labour work. According to a couple of eyewitnesses, the driver lost control of the vehicle because of over-speeding.
Southern states draw maximum participation in Indias biggest skill competition, TN tops the list
NEW DELHI: Indias biggest skill competition has drawn maximum participation from the southern states, with Tamil Nadu witnessing the highest number of competitors who are showcasing their expertise in areas as varied as traditional crafts to the latest technologies. From Tamil Nadu 86 participants - the highest from any state in India - are competing in the India Skills Competition 2024, followed by Karnataka with 61 competitors. This year, IndiaSkills is witnessing the participation of over 900 candidates from 30 states and Union Territories in 61 skill areas. Apart from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, the other southern states are Andhra Pradesh (42), Kerala (34) and Telangana (33). Officials said the southern states have stamped their authority at the India Skills Competition 2024, emerging as the undisputed powerhouses by sending a formidable combined force of 265 skilled competitors. Driven by targeted skill development schemes, these southern states are fueling a skill renaissance, aligning human resources with industrial needs, the officials added. According to Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Managing Director, NSDC International (NSDCI), India is excelling in the WorldSkills Competition, moving from 39th to 11th place. This progress reflects our nation's advancement in skills. The NSDC's dedication has been crucial, offering continuous support and training to our competitors, he added. Through the Skill India Mission and collaborative efforts from state and central governments, we have made unprecedented progress, emphasizing that skills can conquer the world, he said. Apart from the southern states, Odisha has also drawn a good number of competitors. As many as 64 candidates are participating in the five-day event, which will conclude on May 19. The other states are Maharashtra (57) and Punjab (53). This year the participants will get the opportunity to earn credits, within the National Credit Framework. The NSDC, working under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, is implementing the event. The winners of IndiaSkills 2024, with the help of best industry trainers, will prepare for the WorldSkills Competition scheduled to take place in Lyon, France in September 2024 and will bring together 1,500 competitors from over 70 countries. About 2.5 lakh candidates registered for the competition on the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) Portal, out of which 26,000 were shortlisted through a process of pre-screening. This data was shared with the states for organising the state and district level competition, out of which 900+ students were further shortlisted for the IndiaSkills National competition. This year, IndiaSkills is supported by more than 400 industry and academic partners like Toyota Kirloskar, Autodesk, JK Cement, Maruti Suzuki, Lincoln Electric, NAMTECH, Vega, Loreal, Schneider Electric, Festo India, Artemis, Medanta, and Cygnia Healthcare. Among the 900 participants are more than 170 women who are competing in trades like logistics and freight forwarding, web technologies, visual merchandising, fashion technology, graphic design technology, painting and decorating, electrical installations, industrial design technology, and renewable energy. This time new-age skills like autonomous mobile robotics, automobile repairing, cloud computing, and mechatronics are also garnering a lot of popularity in this edition of IndiaSkills 2024, officials said.
Tragic Bus Fire in Haryana: 9 Dead, 17 Injured
Tragic Bus Fire in Haryana: 9 Dead, 17 Injured Nine people, including five women and a 12-year-old girl, were burnt alive and 17 injured when a moving tourist bus caught fire near Dhulawat village in Haryana's Nuh district in the early hours of Saturday, police said. The incident took place around 2 am on the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway, they said. The bus was carrying around 60 people, all residents of Punjab's Hoshiarpur and Ludhiana, who were returning from pilgrim towns of Mathura and Vrindavan. All of them are relatives, the police said. The cause of the fire is said to be a short circuit in the AC box of the bus but it is yet to be ascertained, they said. The police said an FIR has been registered against the bus driver, who fled the scene after the incident, at Sadar Tauru police station. Of the 17 injured, 14 have been discharged from Nalhar medical college, Nuh, while three women are still undergoing treatment at different hospitals, an official said. Deputy Commissioner, Nuh, Dhirendra Khadgata said the forensic team of Madhuban will investigate the cause of the fire in the bus. Sub Divisional Magistrate Tauru Sanjeev Kumar has been appointed as the nodal officer to investigate this matter, he added. A local resident Vasim said that after noticing the fire, some people called out the driver asking him to stop the bus but he continued driving. He said he even chased the bus on a motorcycle but by then the fire had spread inside the bus. The locals also informed the police and fire department. Four fire tenders reached the spot and doused the fire, the police said, adding that of the nine people, who were killed in the incident, three are still to be identified. Those who have been identified include Shashi Sharma, Gautam Sharma, 12-year-old Jovita alias Khushi, all residents of Shalimar Nagar Hoshiarpur, Sunita Bhasin from Model Town Kamalpur, Darshan Lal of Jalandhar and Amar Rani from New Saini Enclave, Mohali, a senior police officer said. The injured were identified as Hasraj, Payal Sharma, Soni Sharma, Swatantra Sharma, Sudesh Kumar, Urmila Sharma, Nisha Sharma, Anju Sharma, Sangeeta, Meena Rani, Krishna, Naresh Kumar, Javinder Rana, Baljeet Singh, Poonam, Vijay Kumar and Shanti, the officer said. ''Due to their critical conditions, Shanti and Sudesh were referred to PGIMS, Rohtak, and Sangeeta was referred to a hospital in Gurugram. The others, who were injured in the incident, have been discharged. The bodies of the deceased have been sent for postmortem,'' Dr Vardhman of Nalhar medical college said. According to the complaint filed by 60-year-old Rakesh Kumar, resident of Vasant Vihar, GT Road, Bhogpur in Punjab's Jalandhar, he along with his family members left for a religious trip in a tourist bus on May 10. There were about 60 of us in the bus, including about 35 women, 21 men and four children, beside the bus driver and conductors, he said. We were on our way back home from Vrindavan on Friday night when the bus suddenly caught fire near Dhulavat village on KMP Expressway, Kumar said. ''Seeing the smoke, we told the bus driver to pull over to the side but he did not stop the bus. Later, due to heavy smoke, he stopped the bus and by then the fire had spread inside the bus. I and many other people saved our lives by jumping out of the bus and some local people took out some other passengers from the bus and admitted them to different hospitals,'' he said. ''About nine passengers were burnt alive in this accident. Many people also got injured and all our money, jewellery and other belongings were burnt to ashes. This accident was caused due to the careless driving of the bus driver,'' Kumar alleged in his complaint. Following the complaint, an FIR was registered against the bus driver under sections 279 (rash driving), 337 (causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others), 304A (death due to negligence), 427 (causing hurt) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Sadar Tauru police station on Saturday, the police said. ''FIR has been registered and we are trying to nab the accused bus driver. The postmortem of the bodies is being conducted,'' Inspector Jitendra Kumar, Station House Officer, Sadar Tauru, said.
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Jitesh Sharma to lead Punjab Kings for final game of their IPL Campaign
Punjab Kings on Saturday announced that Jitesh Sharma will be the Captain for their final game of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season.He will lead Punjab Kings in the last game against the Sunrisers Hyderabad, to be played at Rajiv Gandhi ...
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Fact Check: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Thrashed By Public? No, Video Goes Viral With False Claim
A video of mob assaulting a man wearing a yellow turban is being widely shared on social media platforms and the people who shared the video claim that it showed an attack on Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in public. Newschecker found that the claim is false and the video actually shows the crowd thrashing the president of Yuva Jatt Sabha in Jammu during a rally. Multiple X and Facebook users shared the 42-second-long footage claiming to show Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann thrashed by people. Screengrab from X post by @Mahaveer_VJ Screengrab from Facebook post by @samier.amritwar Screengrab from Facebook post by user Ajay Sharma Fact Check: Newschecker team conducted reverse image search on the keyframes of the viral video, which led them to a Facebook post by @JKROZANANEWS, dated April 13, 2024. Displaying the viral footage, it stated that the President of Yuva Jatt Sabha, Amandeep Singh Boparai was attacked during a rally of the organisation in Jammu. Screengrab from Facebook post by @JKROZANANEWS A report by JK Channel featured a video showing visuals similar to the viral footage, and stated that Yuva Jat Sabha President Amandeep Singh Boparai was assaulted in Gol Gujral area of Jammu. Newchecker also found a video by Boparai, live streamed on his official Facebook account, detailing the incident. He said that during the Jatt Day rally on April 13, 2024, some individuals attacked him. Screengrab from Facebook post by Amandeep Singh Boparai Boparai along with other members of Yuva Jatt Sabha held a protest over the attack on their rally, and claimed that it was Pakistans conspiracy. Boparai also discussed the incident in an interview with Jammu Samvad. Newschecker reached out to the admin of Jammu Samvad who confirmed that the video shows an attack on Yuva Jatt Sabha President Amandeep Singh Boparai in Jammus Gol Gujral. We could thus conclude that a video showing a mob assaulting Yuva Jatt Sabha President Amandeep Singh Boparai in Jammu has been falsely shared to show an attack on Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann. Disclaimer: This article was first published in Newschecker and later rewritten and republished in Deccan Chronicle under Shakti Collective initiative.
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Amethi: Priyanka Gandhi holds roadshow in support of Kishori Lal Sharma
Amethi: Priyanka Gandhi holds roadshow in support of Kishori Lal Sharma Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra held a roadshow in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday in support of long-time Gandhi family loyalist, KL Sharma who is pitted against Rahul Gandhi's slayer in last Lok Sabha polls, BJP's Smriti Irani. Both Gandhi and Sharma were seated on the roof of a vehicle. They were waving to the people. A large number of people had gathered for the roadshow, along with Congress party flag and posters of Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and Samajwadi party chief Akhilesh Yadav. Earlier in the day, Kishori Lal Sharma exuded confidence in coming out victorious against Union Minister Smriti Irani. Not contesting to lose. I have faith in the alliance, Sharma said in an interview to ANI. He said that the Amethi constituency was developed by the Gandhi family and urged voters to vote for the INDIA bloc based on their development work. The Gandhi family developed this constituency. Vote for us based on our development work and our (the Gandhi family's) legacy. Vote for them (BJP) for development work they have done, he said. I am a soldier of the party and abiding by the party's decision. Raebareli and Amethi are considered constituencies of the Gandhi family. So, Rahul ji is contesting from Raebareli and I am fighting from here, the Congress leader added. Kishori Lal Sharma, a close associate and loyalist of the Gandhi family, is originally from Punjab's Ludhiana. He has been working for the Congress Party in Amethi for years. Earlier on Friday, Rahul Gandhi and SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav attended a joint public rally in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi to campaign for Congress and INDIA bloc candidate KL Sharma. I came here for the first time 42 years ago with my father (Rajiv Gandhi). Whatever I have learned about politics, it has been taught to me by the Amethi public. At that time, there were no roads and no development. And I have witnessed the relationship of love between the people here and my father, the Congress leader said. And that is also (my style) of politics. So, you do not think that I am contesting from Rae Bareli... I was, am and will belong to the Amethi, he added. In 2019, Smriti Irani ended Gandhi family's stint on the seat of Amethi by defeating Rahul Gandhi by over 55,000 votes. Amethi, the most-watched seat in the fifth phase, will go to the polls on May 20. The results will be announced on June 4. The Amethi seat comprises five assembly segments, including Tiloi, Salon, Jagdishpur, Gauriganj, and Amethi. The constituency is a general seat. Polling for 80 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh is being held across all seven phases. The counting of votes is scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
SRH aiming for second spot with win over PBKS
High on confidence after making their first playoffs in three years, Sunrisers Hyderabad will aim for a second-place finish in the IPL points table when they take on Punjab Kings in their final league game in Hyderabad on Sunday.
Will play fearless cricket to win: Punjab Kings skipper Jitesh Sharma ahead of final game of season
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