Dhinidhi Desinghu wins historic bronze in women's 100m freestyle at Youth Olympics
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) There was a time when Dhinidhi Desinghu was so frightened of water that she ran back home in her swimsuit rather than enter a swimming pool. On Monday, the 16-year-old Bengaluru swimmer stood on the podium at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, having clinched a bronze medal in the women's 100m freestyle. Dhinidhi clocked a personal best of 56.27 seconds in the final to finish third behind Croatia's Ana Bobanovic (55.89) and New Zealand's Alyssa Lawson (56.13), becoming the first Indian female swimmer to reach a final at the Youth Olympics. For the teenager, who had once actively disliked swimming, the achievement marked a remarkable transformation from a reluctant beginner to one of India's most promising young swimmers. I know I was really scared. There's a story from when I was six or seven... We went to the pool during summer break... I went to the pool and then ran back home in my swimsuit because I just hated being there, Dhinidhi told Olympics.com after winning her medal. Her parents had to enter the pool themselves to persuade her to get into the water. Swimming was initially introduced as a recreational activity, largely because the pool was close to home and convenient for her parents to take her for lessons. Dhinidhi, who preferred spending time alone reading books rather than engaging in outdoor activities, gradually developed an interest in the sport as she grew older. I'm not really sure how I fell in love with swimming, but as the years went by, I grew to love it, she said. Her competitive instincts eventually became a driving force, with swimming providing an outlet for her desire to challenge herself and win. That determination took her to the Paris 2024 Olympics at just 14, where she was the youngest member of the Indian contingent. For someone who had grown up watching the world's leading swimmers on television, competing alongside them was an unforgettable experience. You see these swimmers on TV, and suddenly they're standing next to you, competing in the same events, swimming in the same pool and even in the same lanes, she recalled. Among those who left her starstruck was French swimming sensation Leon Marchand. However, the experience extended beyond the pool, with life in the Olympic Village, interactions with athletes from different countries and exchanging pins among her cherished memories. There were so many things I experienced at 14 that I don't think many athletes get to experience in their entire lives. People train for years, sometimes their whole lives, to become Olympians. To be able to say that I became one at 14 was, in a way, lucky. But at the same time, I worked really hard for it, she said. Two years after her Olympic debut, Dhinidhi arrived in Dakar with greater experience and confidence. She clocked 56.80 seconds in the 100m freestyle heats, the third-fastest time overall, to qualify for the final. It was also the first time she had gone below 57 seconds in a morning heat. She improved her performance further in the final, lowering her personal best by 0.53 seconds to secure the bronze medal. However, the teenager revealed that her primary focus had been on improving her timing rather than winning a medal. I wasn't really thinking about a medal. It was mostly about improving my time, she said. Despite celebrating her podium finish, Dhinidhi's competitive spirit meant she was already thinking about what could have been better. Every athlete comes here to win gold. A medal is a medal, but at the end of the day, everybody is competitive and everybody wants that gold medal, she added. Behind the achievement are years of demanding training schedules, early mornings and sacrifices. Asked whom she would dedicate the medal to, Dhinidhi came up with an answer that reflected both gratitude and self-belief. Probably my mom, my dad and myself. The swimmer explained that while athletes often acknowledge the people who support them, they sometimes forget to recognise their own efforts and perseverance. I feel like I thank a lot of people, but I sometimes forget to thank myself for going through all of this. It's hard to get up in the morning, put in all that effort, go to the gym, work so hard and get into the pool every day, she said. Recalling the difficult training sessions, including days when she had to train alone, she added, So I kind of want to thank myself as well for putting in all that work. For a girl who once ran away from a swimming pool, the bronze medal in Dakar represents much more than a podium finish. Dhinidhi now hopes to use the Youth Olympic achievement as a stepping stone towards a bigger ambition: winning an Olympic medal in swimming, something India has yet to achieve. The people competing here (at the Youth Olympics) are going to be my competitors one day at future Olympics. Winning a medal here shows that maybe, if I keep this steady pace going, I could win a medal at the Olympics, she said. She also hopes her journey will inspire more girls to take up swimming and help the sport gain greater recognition in India. We're not really a swimming nation, and it's not common to see women do well in our sport. To see that I've inspired a lot of people, especially girls and even non-swimmers, means a lot, she added.
Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate Bengaluru Metro Pink Line on November 13
PM Modi will inaugurate the 7.5 km elevated section of the Bengaluru Metro Pink Line on November 13, enhancing city transport. Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate Bengaluru Metro Pink Line on November 13
Enforcement Directorate Raids Five Locations in Karnatakas Fake Drug Racket Case
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BCCI Extends IPL 2027 Retention Deadline To November 17 Due To India-NZ Fifth ODI Clash
Lucknow Super Giants: The BCCI has given all ten IPL franchises two more days to submit their retention lists, as they moved the deadline to November 17. The 2027 IPL player auction will go ahead as planned on December 16 in Goa. IANS understands that the BCCI informed all ten franchises of the two-day extension in an official communication on Monday. The original retention deadline of November 15 clashed with the fifth and final ODI between India and New Zealand at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. It is understood that the clash with the mens ODI match would have affected the retention announcement and its subsequent coverage, and that prompted the board to move the deadline to November 17. The player registration for the IPL 2027 auction opened on Monday and will end on November 23. It gives players worldwide three weeks to put their names forward for the auction. The entire process, from the opening of registration to the auction, will run for a little over six weeks. Interestingly, the auction day also clashes with an international fixture India will host Sri Lanka in the second mens ODI at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. As of now, theres no sign of moving the auction date, or changing the date on which the ODI game in Bengaluru will happen. The remaining steps follow in quick succession - once registration closes, the auction register will be finalised on November 24. Teams will have time until November 27, to put in requests for additional players, and allow them to ask for names not on the initial register to be added to the pool. Franchises must submit their player auction lists by December 1. The final auction list, along with the sets in which players will go under the hammer, is scheduled to be unveiled on December 3. That leaves a gap of nearly two weeks between the release of the final player list and the auction itself on December 16 for teams to work out their respective strategies. Two trades have been completed so far ahead of the 2027 IPL mini auction. Delhi Capitals (DC) brought back their former captain, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), with left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav moving to Lucknow. DC also sent left-arm fast bowler T Natarajan back to 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in exchange for leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari. The dates for the 2027 IPL season are yet to be confirmed. When the IPL announced the windows for three seasons in 2024, it earmarked March 14 to May 30 as the time to host the 2027 season. In September, after the BCCIs annual general meeting (AGM), board secretary Devajit Saikia indicated the tournament could get under way around the end of March. Delhi Capitals (DC) brought back their former captain, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), with left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav moving to Lucknow. DC also sent left-arm fast bowler T Natarajan back to 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in exchange for leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Karnataka: Sunil Kumar targets Congress over EVMs, guarantees
Bengaluru: BJP MLA V. Sunil Kumar on Monday, November 2, accused the Congress of adopting double standards on electoral reforms by questioning Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. He maintained that the Election Commission was operating within the law and alleged that the Congress was exceeding its Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Home Ministry expands FRRO framework for better management of foreign nationals
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) The Union Home Ministry highlighted on Monday that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the institutional framework for management of foreign nationals has been strengthened through expansion of Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs), to establish an office in all state capitals by 2027. In a statement issued by the Ministry, senior officials said that there has been a substantial increase in the number of foreigners visiting India for tourism, medical and education purposes, and there is a need to appoint FRROs in all states. This will ensure service accessibility, enhance regulatory compliance and promote India as an attractive destination. Identifying this need, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed the establishment of FRROs in all state capitals by 2027, the statement said. Pursuant to the above directions of the Union Home Minister, five new FRROs have been set up in the capitals of five states since 2025, said the statement. Three FRRO offices at Jaipur, Chandigarh and Guwahati were established in 2025. Earlier, these were under the jurisdiction of the FRRO offices located at Delhi, Amritsar and Kolkata, respectively, it said. This year two new FRRO offices have been established in the state capitals, namely, Aizawl (Mizoram) and Amravati (Andhra Pradesh). Earlier, Aizawl was under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Kolkata, whereas Amravati was under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Hyderabad, it said. Recently, three new FRRO offices, namely Kohima (Nagaland), Agartala (Tripura) and Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) were notified. Earlier, Kohima and Agartala were under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Kolkata, whereas Bhubaneshwar was under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Hyderabad, said the statement. The total number of FRRO offices in the country has now gone up to twenty (20), located at Ahmedabad, Amravati, Amritsar, Aizawl, Agartala, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chennai, Cochin, Chandigarh, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kohima, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mumbai and Trivandrum, it said. The expansion of Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs) has a dual focus on facilitating foreigners legitimate travel and stay in India and ensuring effective implementation of immigration laws and security requirements, it said.
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Andhra school chainsaw attack: Accused may lose right leg after police encounter
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Uttarakhand chopper crash: Remains of 5 reach homes in Karnataka
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Prajwal pen drive: Kumaraswamy challenges police to prove role
Bengaluru: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy has strongly denied allegations that he distributed the pen drive containing videos related to former MP Prajwal Revanna and instead accused Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar of conspiring with Prajwals former driver Karthik. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Kumaraswamy claimed that Karthik was responsible for circulating the pen drive. He Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kumaraswamy Accuses Bengaluru Police Commissioner of Misleading Public on Sting Operation
HD Kumaraswamy claims Bengalurus police chief misled the public regarding a sting operation linked to former CM Siddaramaiah. Kumaraswamy Accuses Bengaluru Police Commissioner of Misleading Public on Sting Operation
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Ktaka: ED raids five premises in counterfeit medicines racket case; bank accounts frozen
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 2 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Bengaluru, has conducted search and seizure operations at five premises linked to persons and entities allegedly involved in a counterfeit medicines racket, as part of an ongoing money-laundering investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, the official statement said on Monday. The searches were carried out under Section 17 of the PMLA in connection with FIR No. 0266/2026, dated August 18, 2026, registered at Tavarekere Police Station in Bengaluru South, Karnataka. According to the ED, the case originated from a joint raid conducted by the Drug Controlling Authority and police personnel on August 18 at a residential property in CK Tandya village. During the raid, the accused were allegedly found storing medicines and pharmaceutical drugs without valid licences, permits or authorisation and replacing labels on the stored medicines. The offences registered under Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 63 of the Copyright Act, 1957, are scheduled offences under the PMLA. Accordingly, the ED registered an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR No. ECIR/BGZO/45/2026) and initiated a money-laundering investigation. The investigation has allegedly revealed that R. Prashanth arranged a farmhouse near Bidadi for the manufacture, repackaging and relabelling of medicines without the mandatory drug licence or permit. According to the investigation, cheap bulk pharmaceutical formulations sourced from manufacturing centres in various states were allegedly repackaged into new vials and fraudulently relabelled as expensive Pfizer antibiotics, including Zavicefta and Emblaveo. Although the vials allegedly contained generic medicines, they carried labels bearing the Pfizer brand name. The counterfeit medicines were allegedly distributed through DM Pharmaceuticals and supplied to Krupa Healthcare. Subsequently, Krupa Healthcare allegedly supplied the products to other pharmaceutical entities and hospitals along with genuine medicines, apparently to avoid detection. During the search operations, the ED froze bank accounts belonging to Veeresh Kumar containing approximately Rs 9 lakh. Digital devices, records and incriminating documents belonging to various persons were also seized during the searches. Further investigation into the case is underway, the ED said.
Ktaka: PM Modi to inaugurate Bengaluru Metro Pink Line on Nov 13
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 2 (IANS) BJP MP Tejasvi Surya said on Monday that the much-awaited 7.5-km elevated stretch of Bengaluru Metro Pink Line will be inaugurated on November 13, The inauguration of the Pink Line has been anticipated for the past six months, but the launch was delayed due to delays in obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals for train operations. With the inauguration date now finalised, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Bengaluru on November 13 to formally launch the service. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) plans to initially operate six trains on the 7.5-km stretch. The route has already received safety clearance from the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS), making it technically ready for operations. The BMRCL and the state government are expected to announce the official timetable and details of the inauguration programme shortly. The Pink Line, connecting Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara, has a total length of 21.26 km, including a 13.76-km underground section. Construction of the 7.5-km elevated stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere has been completed, and it recently received safety clearance from the CMRS. In the first phase, metro services will operate between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere, covering six stations: Kalena Agrahara, Hulimavu, IIMB, JP Nagar 4th Phase, Jayadeva Hospital and Tavarekere. Jayadeva Hospital station will serve as a key interchange between the Yellow and Pink lines. The launch of this stretch is expected to provide relief to commuters travelling along Bannerghatta Road and areas around IIMB, JP Nagar and Jayadeva Hospital, which frequently experience heavy traffic congestion, particularly during morning and evening peak hours. Traffic snarls stretching for several kilometres are common in these areas, especially during the rainy season. The commencement of metro services is expected to ease congestion and provide commuters with an alternative mode of transport. Earlier, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar had himself stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would visit Bengaluru on November 15 to inaugurate the metro stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere. However, the date has now been changed, and PM Modi will launch the Pink Line metro services on November 13 instead of November 15.
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PM Modi likely to inaugurate Bengalurus elevated Pink Line on November 13
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Raptadu chainsaw attack victim shows signs of recovery; Jagan seeks 50 lakh compensation
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Karnataka Minister KBG alleges Kumaraswamy orchestrated sting video to target Siddaramaiah
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Sting operation probe being conducted from all angles: Priyank Kharge hits back at Kumaraswamy
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 2 (IANS) Karnataka Minister for Home and IT/BT Priyank Kharge on Monday dismissed allegations made by Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy over the investigation into the sting operation case linked to former Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah, maintaining that the police were probing the case from all possible angles. Responding to Kumaraswamys repeated allegations against the state government and investigating officers, Kharge questioned why the Union Minister was in such a hurry when the investigation was still underway. The police are investigating the matter in all dimensions. Why is Kumaraswamy in such a hurry? Kharge asked. Referring to the investigation into cases involving Prajwal Revanna, Kharge said the investigating officers had received awards from the Central government for their work. In the Prajwal Revanna case, the investigating officers have received awards from the Central government under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government. Even in this case, Kumaraswamy is making false allegations against them. What does he have to say about the awards given to these officers? he asked. Kharge said the government was prepared to respond to any fresh and substantive allegations but questioned Kumaraswamys repeated statements before the media. If there are new allegations, we can clarify them. But if he says something every day and every night, what can I say? Has he released any document? Once again, this appears to be a hit-and-run episode, he said. Taking a swipe at the Union Minister, Kharge said Kumaraswamy appeared to have little else to do and spent every morning speaking about Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah and himself. As I have said earlier, there seems to be less work for him. Every morning, he talks about Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Priyank Kharge and Siddaramaiah. That is all. Has he said anything substantial? Kharge asked. The Home Minister said the government had already issued an official statement detailing the progress of the investigation, including information about those who allegedly carried out the sting operation and those who appeared in the video. We have stated in the official statement who conducted the sting operation and who appeared in the video. They have been questioned multiple times, and their statements have been recorded. We are investigating all angles. Whatever information we can share at this stage has been given, and the remaining details will be disclosed after the investigation is completed, he said. Kharge said investigators had recorded the statements of all individuals who appeared in the video and questioned Kumaraswamy over how he knew whom the police had spoken to and how many times they had been questioned. All statements are being recorded on video. How does he know whom we have questioned and how many times? I cannot speak irresponsibly, he said. In a sharp warning, Kharge said Kumaraswamy should allow the investigation to proceed. If he keeps quiet for a few days, everything will be done. I will ensure that the chargesheet reaches his house, Kharge said. Responding to questions about the possibility of searches at Kumaraswamys residence, Kharge said the police would act strictly in accordance with the law. All searches required for the investigation are being conducted. If there is a need, searches will be conducted at Kumaraswamys residence as well. I have already said that I do not have extra-constitutional powers. We will act according to the law, and the law is clear, he said. Kharge also advised Kumaraswamy to approach the concerned authorities with any specific information instead of repeatedly discussing allegations before the media. Instead of speaking to the media, let him come and file a complaint. If there are claims regarding emails or information sent to any commission in connection with the sting operation, the concerned authorities will deal with them. Why is he discussing everything before the media? Let him provide the information to the department, Kharge said. He reiterated that all individuals seen in the sting operation video had been investigated and their statements recorded. Whom do you believe? I am saying that we have done everything required. He is contradicting us. We cannot show Kumaraswamy every detail of the investigation and then conduct it according to his directions. All the individuals in the video have been investigated. How many times do I have to say this? he asked. Kharge also said the Congress continued to hold Siddaramaiah in high regard because of his contribution to the party. We owe Siddaramaiah. He has contributed immensely to the party, he said. The exchange marks a further escalation in the political confrontation between the Congress government and Kumaraswamy over the sting operation investigation, with the Union Minister questioning the conduct of the probe and the state government insisting that the investigation is being carried out in accordance with the law. Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Monday accused Bengaluru Police Commissioner of attempting to mislead the public by selectively disclosing details of the investigation into the sting operation case linked to former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. He questioned the police over the alleged involvement of Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and his brother D.K. Suresh in an earlier video controversy linked to the Prajwal Revanna case. In a major twist, Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru City, Seemanth Kumar Singh, said on Sunday that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case.
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Dad Couldnt Play For India, He Sees That Dream In Me, Says GGs Newest Recruit Samaira Raghav
Against South Delhi Superstarz: Samaira Raghav was not supposed to be watching the Womens Premier League (WPL) auction. Her parents had asked her to stay away from seeing live feed of the auction proceedings happening in Kochi last week. They feared the weight of hope would be too much for a 16-year-old to carry, in case she doesn't find any takers. A day before the auction, Samaira was one of four late entries that took the WPL 2027 auction pool from 146 to 150 players. She learnt about it from an Instagram story, and then from her mother. My mom quickly messaged me that, I think you are in the auction list now, Samaira recalled in an exclusive conversation with IANS on Monday. Five minutes before her name came up, she switched the feed on anyway at her hotel room in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, where she is currently playing the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, with her Team D room-mate. Then I saw my name and the Gujarat Giants paddle go up and I was just ecstatic. Both of us screamed at the top of our lungs in the hotel room. Then after that, it was just surreal, she added. Gujarat Giants bought her at her base price of 10 lakh rupees. But for Samaira, it was the first public validation of a dream which began taking shape nine years ago. Born on January 23, 2010, Samairas tryst with sports began with 100m and 200m sprints. But my dad wanted me to try other sports as well because I was very sporty ever since I was young. At seven, her father Sunil Raghav took her to a cricket academy. The first session featured fielding, and it won over Samaira. I just enjoyed it so much. After that day, I just kept going to the academy with my own free will. My dad kind of pushed me into cricket. But from there, I just took over. Sunil played as a leg-spinner until college, before committing to studies, including pursuing an MBA from IIM Calcutta. Sunil later went on to scale technologies at Dow Chemicals, Dr Reddys Laboratories and Total (Arkema Global) in USA and India. I think it was his wish for himself to play cricket at India level. But he could not fulfill it. So, he kind of sees it in me now and I am working on it, said Samaira. Samairas mother, Puja Jain, spent a decade at McKinsey & Company. She rose to partner and co-led its sustainability practice, as well as holds two US patents from research at Penn State University and Dow Chemicals. Today the couple run ElementRe, which specialises in end-to-end lithium-ion battery recycling solutions. While Puja is the CEO, Sunil acts as CTO. In cricket, Samaira started out mainly as a batter. During the Covid-19 lockdown, batting was impossible in their housing society in Gurugram, so Sunil got time to develop her leg-spin skills. We would just go down in our society and I would start bowling. He taught me the basics and from there, I kind of picked up my bowling skills from my dad. As Samaira grew, Sunil stepped back. When I was a bit younger, I wasn't that independent. But after a few years, he let me be independent. I would go and come back by metro. Since then, he has been around. But he just leaves me on his own now. Samaira now trains under Dipti Dhyani, currently the head coach of Delhi's senior women's team, at the City Cricket Academy in Hauz Khas, which is affiliated to the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) and plays under the name Sonnet. It was there that her role changed. As a child she opened the batting. But playing alongside the seniors, Samaira was pushed down the order. Her coaches had one piece of advice: if she gets batting late, she needs to hit sixes. They told me that I should probably develop the skill to hit sixes. So, from there, we started working on it. After that, I would just go and finish matches and everything. I would not feel that much pressure while doing it. That is why I just picked it from there and I really enjoy it, she said. She also saw where womens cricket was rapidly going more towards power-hitting and six-hitting skills. In the earlier days, there was more of grounded cricket. But now, the game has changed. The formats have become shorter and everybody is focussing more on power hitting in sixes. I also thought I would also learn and go with whatever trend is going on. Then, I know it will help me in the future as well if I am hitting sixes. Her role models are two of India's best-known finishers: former captain MS Dhoni and wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh. Obviously, there is MSD. Richa Ghosh now, she is really amazing, said Samaira. The work showed this year in the Women's Delhi Premier League (DPL), where Samaira played for North Delhi Strikers. Against South Delhi Superstarz, Samairas 32 off 26 balls, with two fours and a six, helped her side win by two runs. Against East Delhi Riders, she made an unbeaten 34 off 21 balls and won the game with a six off the penultimate delivery. We took it till the end (against East Delhi). I just thought that I can't really lose from this point. I have to win this. I have come so far in this match. At that ball, I think our bowlers started coming in as batters. There were no more batters that could hit sixes. So, at that ball, I thought we needed a boundary anyhow. Then, I would go for a six only because if I ran a single, then we would probably lose the match. Its because the last batter would not be able to hit a six. After that, I just went for it. Thankfully, it connected and then went for a six, she recalled. The pattern has led to Samaira being in good form. Playing for Delhi in the Under-19 Women's T20 Trophy, she scored 162 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of 216. She was out only three times, while averaging 54, and hitting 14 fours and 12 sixes. In the Under-19 Women's T20 Challenger Trophy, against Team A, Team D side was reeling at 27/3 after eight overs. Samaira came in and hit 78 off 44 balls, hitting six fours and as many sixes, and carried them to 137/6. Against Team B, chasing at more than 10 runs an over, she made an unbeaten 24 off 12 balls, with two fours and as many sixes. In between, Samaira found time to attend two WPL trials - for Mumbai Indians in Mumbai and for Gujarat Giants in Bengaluru. offered only an open net session. Bengaluru was different. At Mumbai Indians, we had an open net session. I could not really get a chance to talk to the coaches. Gujarat Giants, however, they really took notice of me and my six-hitting abilities there in the camp. All of them gave me really positive feedback and a few points to work on which I am working on now. They also took notice of my bowling there. So, the bowling coach, PT, Pravin (Tambe) sir, he really saw that I could also bowl and I had good potential to be a bowler as well. That's why I think now they've picked me. But it was amazing to be part of that camp, she said. Her fielding skills too were noticed by GG coaching staff. We just had one match simulation. I think I stopped one or two boundaries. I don't know if it was that noticeable, but I gave my 100 percent. People who watched her over two days of trials said she struck the ball as hard as anyone present, and that her fielding stood out as compared to other players. Samaira credits the DDCA, and its president Rohan Jaitley, for helping women players get a noticeable platform via DPL. I have been so grateful to DDCA, honestly. They have given us so many opportunities for youngsters to showcase their talent. Now WPL scouts are coming in to watch our games and then kids are getting selected. This time, I think 4-5 people from Delhi are in the WPL. It really makes a difference. So, I am really grateful to DDCA. Rohan Jaitley sir has made so many efforts for women to also be at the same level as men. Like, giving them the same opportunities, playing in the same field and I am really grateful to them. They have actually given us so much exposure. She knows how quickly praise can unsettle a young player. I always think about my roots and where I have come from and where I am now. It really humbles me a lot. I think about those low times that I had when nobody was there except my family and my coaches. It really just makes me feel so much gratitude for everybody who has been there. Her parents, she says, are proud but rarely show it. I think its because they don't show it to me because then they think that I will be really happy about it and not focus on other things. So, they just want to keep me grounded. That's why they just act normal. When nerves build, she dabbles in painting and drawing. Music calms her too - before every match, the last song she hears before stepping off the bus and playing a game has to be 52 Bars by Punjabi singer Karan Aujla. The pure wisdom in young blood reflects in Samairas Instagram bio: Love to play cricket. Beneath it sits a line from the legendary Rahul Dravid You dont play for revenge but play for respect and pride. Samairas next test may pull her away from the WPL, if she is picked for the Under-19 World Cup. But Samaira does not see a conflict, as it will be the first step towards fulfilling her fathers dream. If I also get to be in the U19 World Cup squad, it would actually be so amazing. I feel like I have a duty to my country if I get selected in the U19 World Cup. But right now, all I am thinking about is I just keep performing wherever I go and God will look after the rest. Samairas next test may pull her away from the WPL, if she is picked for the Under-19 World Cup. But Samaira does not see a conflict, as it will be the first step towards fulfilling her fathers dream. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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'Sting op probe will reveal the truth, 'great leader' will be caught in trap: Karnataka minister
Digital Desk | Madikeri (Karnataka) Nov 2 (IANS) Karnataka Agriculture and Kodagu District In-charge Minister P.M. Narendra Swamy has said that the truth behind the sting operation controversy would soon come out, asserting that the investigation was progressing and questioning who was being protected by the police. Speaking to reporters on Sunday after participating in the 71st Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations at the District Police Parade Ground in Madikeri, Narendra Swamy targetting Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy, said a great leader who made sensational statements after returning from the United States could soon be caught in the trap he had laid. The investigation into the sting operation is underway. Who is the great leader who made sensational statements after returning from the United States? Towards whose residence in Delhi is the investigation progressing? Why are the Delhi Police not allowing the investigation? Whom are the police protecting, and what is the background behind all this? The truth will soon come out, he said again taking aim at Kumaraswamy. He added that the Bengaluru City Police Commissioner had already made a statement regarding the investigation into the sting operation case and alleged that the person behind the controversy was now getting caught in the trap he had created. It can be noted that, in a major twist, Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh on Sunday said that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case. Launching a sharp attack on the Opposition in Karnataka, Narendra Swamy accused it of attempting to defame the ruling Congress and create differences between former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The Opposition has resorted to the audacity of character assassination in an attempt to create differences between Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar and cause a split within the ruling party, he said. Criticising Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, Narendra Swamy said it was unfortunate that he was making uncultured remarks instead of speaking about the state's development, allocation of funds or shortcomings in governance. He added that the power available in a democratic system should not be misused for personal attacks instead of serving the public. On the issue of granting official recognition to the Kannada flag, the Minister said the Karnataka government had unanimously decided to send a proposal to the Centre seeking official recognition for it. He added that the matter of adding another colour and an emblem to the Kannada flag would be discussed during the Legislative Assembly session. Responding to questions over the increase in milk and curd prices, Narendra Swamy said the direct benefit of the hike would reach farmers and women engaged in dairy farming. The Cabinet decided to increase the milk price after considering the rising cost of cattle feed and the financial difficulties faced by farmers. At the same time, the decision has been taken while maintaining a balance to ensure that the increase in the prices of milk and curd does not become an excessive burden on consumers, he added. Responding to a question about the protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Delhi, the Minister said the INDIA alliance was fighting to protect every citizen's right to vote and was raising its voice against the alleged misuse of investigating agencies.
Digital Desk | Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Nov 2 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has said that technical evidence and crucial documents had emerged during the investigation into the sting operation case, adding that legal action would be taken against anyone found involved, irrespective of their influence or position. The statement made on Sunday has assumed significance in the backdrop of Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh who earlier in the day said that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case. Speaking to the media in Kalaburagi, he added that the investigation was continuing and several important aspects had already come to light. More facts would emerge as the probe progressed, he said. Kharge said that people holding public positions should maintain the dignity of their office and refrain from repeatedly making personal attacks, derogatory remarks about caste and family, and using disrespectful language. He expressed displeasure over Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy's statements. He added that technical examination during the investigation had revealed several significant aspects. He recalled that Union Minister Kumaraswamy had earlier laid siege to the Police Commissioner's office after his name reportedly figured during the investigation and had also taken out a march to the Director General of Police's office. The investigation was examining the origin of the case and who had orchestrated it, Kharge said, adding that the FIR contained specific references to the publicity campaign surrounding the case and those working behind it. He alleged that people who had worked with Kumaraswamy and his close associates were not appearing for questioning. Kumaraswamy should have asked them to cooperate with the investigation, Minister Kharge said, questioning why he had not done so. Kharge aso added that after one person was caught in connection with the case, another individual was traced in Delhi. The CCTV footage related to this was available, he said. The investigators were examining where the equipment had been purchased and whose instructions had led to the operation, he added. According to the information available, three individuals, including two from Delhi, had officially worked with Kumaraswamy. Hardware and technical evidence had also been recovered in the case, Kharge claimed. Accusing Kumaraswamy of indulging in what he described as dirty politics against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the Karnataka Home Minister said the investigation was far from over. This is just the trailer; the movie is yet to come, Priyank Kharge remarked. He also alleged that derogatory remarks had been made against his caste and his father Mallikarjun Kharge. Kumaraswamy, who frequently made allegations against others, should at least exercise basic common sense, he said. He asserted that further action would be taken based on the documents and evidence collected during the investigation. Anyone found involved, including Kumaraswamy's associates and supporters, would face action, Priyank Kharge said. Challenging those alleging that he was behind the investigation, Minister Kharge asked them to produce evidence to substantiate their claims. Explaining why he was not disclosing all the details, the Minister said he wanted to maintain the confidentiality of the investigation. Some more documents were yet to be obtained, he added. Truth cannot be hidden for long, just like the sun and the moon. It will come out sooner or later, he said, asserting that the investigation had uncovered strong primary evidence. Those genuinely concerned about the investigation should discuss the evidence rather than make allegations, he added. Minister Kharge said that all those against whom suspicions had been raised were also being investigated and that further details would emerge after the next phase of the probe.
Per Capita Income of Rs 1.55 Lakh
There is good news in Jammu and Kashmirs latest income figures, but there is also a larger economic question we should not ignore. Per capita income in J&K increased from ` 62,327 in 201415 to ` 1,54,703 in 202425, an increase of nearly 148 per cent in ten years. This reflects an expanding economy, but the real story lies beyond the headline figure. What kind of economy are we building, and is this growth creating enough productive jobs and better incomes for ordinary people? J&Ks economy is estimated at around ` 2.65 lakh crore in 202425. The primary sector contributes approximately 20 per cent of Gross State Value Added (GSVA), the secondary sector 18.3 per cent and the services sector 61.7 per cent. At first glance, these figures suggest a reasonably diversified economy. A closer examination, however, reveals a different picture: a large dependence on services and public administration, substantial livelihood dependence on agriculture, seasonal tourism and a relatively small manufacturing base. This is where the real economic challenge begins. What Does the Income Figure Actually Mean? Divide ` 1,54,703 by 365 and the result is approximately ` 424 a day. Of course, this does not mean that every person in J&K earns ` 424 daily. Per capita income is an average measure of economic output, not an individuals salary. It also does not tell us how income is distributed among households. A hotel owner, a government employee, an orchardist and an unemployed graduate do not experience economic growth in the same way. The average can increase even when a significant section of the population sees little improvement in its income. There is another important factor. The 148 per cent increase is measured at current prices, which means inflation is included. The actual improvement in purchasing power is therefore smaller. Nevertheless, the progress deserves recognition. The more important question is whether this growth is translating into better wages, stable employment, stronger businesses and improved household incomes. The Gap with the National Average Indias per capita Net National Income in 202425 stood at approximately ` 2,00,162, compared with ` 1,54,703 in J&K. This means J&Ks per capita income is around 77 per cent of the national average. The gap has narrowed compared with earlier years, which is encouraging. But it remains significant. Why do some states generate considerably higher incomes than J&K? The answer is not simply that they have more economic activity. Many have developed stronger manufacturing industries, technology businesses, financial services, pharmaceutical companies and export-oriented enterprises. These businesses create value beyond their immediate local markets. They generate employment, develop supply chains, attract investment and improve worker productivity. J&K has resources, educated people, tourism potential and established traditional industries. What it lacks is sufficient economic depth to convert these advantages into higher and more consistent incomes. Agriculture: More Production Must Mean More Income Agriculture and allied activities contribute around 20 per cent of J&Ks GSVA and support a substantial proportion of its workforce. Horticulture, in particular, remains one of the regions strongest economic assets. Apples, walnuts, cherries and saffron have established markets. Yet the income of an orchardist depends on much more than the quantity harvested. What happens after the fruit leaves the orchard is equally important. Cold storage, grading, packaging, processing, transportation and direct access to buyers determine how much of the final selling price reaches the grower. We often celebrate record apple production, but production alone does not guarantee better incomes. If growers continue to sell primarily raw produce without sufficient processing and branding, much of the potential value is created elsewhere. J&K needs to move from being primarily a producer of agricultural commodities to developing a complete horticulture industry. This means more food-processing units, better storage facilities, organised supply chains and stronger connections with national and international markets. Tourism: Beyond Counting Visitors Tourism supports thousands of families through hotels, restaurants, transport, handicrafts, guides and other services. Its importance to J&K cannot be questioned. However, we should distinguish between the number of tourists arriving and the actual income generated for local businesses. Tourism is seasonal. A successful summer does not guarantee employment throughout the year. A hotel, taxi operator, guide or restaurant owner may earn well during a few months and struggle during the remaining period. The focus should therefore shift towards longer stays, higher visitor spending and year-round tourism. Winter activities, heritage tourism, village stays, conferences and cultural experiences can help extend the season. More importantly, we must ask how much of the money spent by visitors remains within the local economy. Tourist arrivals are an important indicator, but local earnings and stable employment are better measures of economic benefit. Government Employment Cannot Carry the Economy Alone One of the most striking features of J&Ks economy is the contribution of public administration, which accounts for approximately 17.5 per cent of GSVA. This helps explain why government employment carries such importance in the region. For many families, a government job represents financial security and social stability. But the government cannot be the principal employer for every educated young person entering the labour market. Nor can recruitment alone create the productive capacity required to raise incomes across the economy. We need a stronger private sector that offers professional careers, competitive wages and opportunities for growth. This also requires a change in how we approach entrepreneurship. Telling young people to start businesses is not enough. They need access to finance, markets, mentoring, practical skills and simpler procedures for establishing and operating enterprises. Manufacturing: The Missing Link Manufacturing remains one of the weaker components of J&Ks economic structure. This is important because manufacturing can connect agriculture, raw materials, technology, logistics and skilled employment. There are opportunities in food processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles, handicrafts, packaging, furniture, sports goods and light engineering. We do not necessarily need large industrial complexes. Clusters of small and medium enterprises, supported by reliable electricity, modern equipment, finance, quality certification and market access, could make a meaningful difference. Consider the apple industry. Instead of selling most produce in its raw form, J&K could develop a stronger processing industry producing juices, concentrates, dried fruit, packaged products and other value-added goods. The same principle applies to handicrafts. Pashmina, carpets, papier-ma ch and wood carving have considerable market potential, but artisans often receive a limited share of the final selling price. Better branding, product authentication, modern designs and direct access to buyers could improve both business earnings and artisan incomes. The objective should be to retain more economic value within J&K. Infrastructure and Hydropower: Investment Must Produce Returns Roads, tunnels, power projects and other infrastructure are essential for economic development. Construction generates employment and improves connectivity, but infrastructure expenditure should not be treated as an achievement in isolation. A road becomes economically valuable when it reduces transportation costs, connects producers to markets and encourages investment. A power project creates wider benefits when reliable electricity supports local industries, cold storage, food processing and businesses. Hydropower offers J&K an important strategic opportunity. But the benefits should extend beyond electricity generation. Project execution, environmental safeguards and local economic participation will determine how much value the region ultimately receives. We must look at infrastructure not only in terms of money spent or projects completed, but also in terms of the economic activity they generate. The Opportunity in IT and Professional Services Perhaps the biggest opportunity for J&K is to connect its educated workforce with markets beyond the region. Software services, digital operations, accounting, design, financial support, healthcare administration and other professional services can serve customers across India and overseas. These businesses do not always require large factories or extensive physical infrastructure. They need reliable connectivity, practical training, professional standards and access to clients. A young professional in Srinagar should be able to work for a company in Delhi, Dubai, London or Toronto without necessarily relocating. This requires educational institutions to work more closely with employers, training programmes to focus on actual market requirements and businesses to create opportunities for local talent. J&K does not need to become another Bengaluru. It needs to identify areas where its people can compete and build businesses serving wider markets. The Real Challenge Is Execution Most of these priorities have been discussed for years. We know that horticulture requires processing, tourism needs to extend beyond the summer season, handicrafts need stronger market access, and young people need employment beyond government recruitment. The problem is not a shortage of ideas. It is the gap between policy and implementation. We should measure progress through the income earned by orchardists, the number of functioning manufacturing units, private investment, permanent jobs, wages, business survival and the value of products exported outside J&K. Training programmes should be judged by employment outcomes, not certificates. Infrastructure should be judged by the economic opportunities it creates, not simply the amount spent. The administration, financial institutions, educational establishments and private businesses all have a role in making this transition possible. Growth Must Reach the Household J&Ks increase in per capita income from ` 62,327 to ` 1,54,703 deserves recognition. It reflects economic progress despite considerable challenges. But the next stage of development requires a different approach. We must create an economy that produces more value from its existing resources, provides stable employment and allows local businesses to compete beyond the region. The real measure of progress will be whether an orchardist earns more from his produce, whether a hotel worker has employment throughout the year, whether an artisan receives a fair price and whether a young graduate can build a meaningful career without being compelled to leave home. The question is no longer simply how much J&Ks economy has grown. It is whether we are building an economy capable of generating better incomes, productive employment and opportunities for the next generation. Syed Afaq has over 25 years of project management experience, including a long tenure at the Central Bank of Oman, and now mentors youth.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 1 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy has launched a scathing attack on Bengaluru City Commissioner of Police, Seemant Kumar Singh, and the Karnataka government after the Commissioner referred to a link involving his Delhi residence during the investigation into the sting operation case against former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. An angry Kumaraswamy asserted that nobody could touch him and announced that he would make several revelations on Monday (Nov 2). Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, he said, The administrative machinery and officials of this government cannot take on or touch Kumaraswamy so easily. Taking a direct swipe at Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh, he asked, Who is this commissioner? Is he a Police Commissioner or a head clerk? He is behaving like a clerk. To protect his position and post, he is making such irresponsible statements at someone's behest. I know very well what all he is doing to retain his position. Responding to IT and BT Minister Priyank Kharge's remark that only the trailer is over, the picture is yet to come in the sting operation case, Kumaraswamy said he had no need to learn filmmaking from others as he was originally a film producer. I am a film producer by profession. I do not need to learn filmmaking from them. They are now trying to make a film. I will hold a press conference at 11 am on Monday and show the real picture, he said. He further promised to present documentary evidence explaining who would ultimately be hit by the sting operation investigation, whom the state government was protecting and the direction in which the probe was proceeding. Referring to former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah obtaining a stay order from the court in connection with the case and statements made by his son Yathindra Siddaramaiah that the sting operation was carried out to blackmail and tarnish their image, Kumaraswamy assured his supporters and party workers that there was no need for them to panic. In a major twist, Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh on Sunday said that investigators have found evidence suggesting that a mobile phone was exchanged at the residence of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy in connection with the alleged sting operation case. Calling it a major development in the investigation, the Police Commissioner said one Ritesh Pandey had stayed at the address of Kumaraswamy and that a video was uploaded on the instructions of Prajwal Prasad. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Sunday said that technical evidence and crucial documents had emerged during the investigation into the sting operation case, adding that legal action would be taken against anyone found involved, irrespective of their influence or position. Speaking to the media in Kalaburagi, he said the investigation was continuing, and several important aspects had already come to light. More facts would emerge as the probe progressed, he added. He said technical examination during the investigation had revealed several significant aspects. He recalled that Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy had earlier laid siege to the Police Commissioner's office after his name reportedly figured during the investigation and had also taken out a march to the Director General of Police's office. The investigation was examining the origin of the case and who had orchestrated it, Kharge said, adding that the FIR contained specific references to the publicity campaign surrounding the case and those working behind it. He alleged that people who had worked with Kumaraswamy and his close associates were not appearing for questioning. Kumaraswamy should have asked them to cooperate with the investigation, he said, questioning why he had not done so.
