IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals Keep Royal Challengers Bengaluru To 175/8 Despite Salts Explosive 63
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: A disciplined death-overs bowling masterclass by Delhi Capitals ensured Royal Challengers Bengaluru were restricted to a competitive but seemingly under-par 175/8 in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 encounter at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday. Despite a blistering 63 off 38 balls from opener Phil Salt, laced with four boundaries and three sixes, RCB's innings stalled significantly in the second half as DC's bowlers conceded only eight runs in the final two overs while picking up two wickets. In all, DC conceded only 29 runs in the last five overs, while picking four wickets, with Lungi Ngidi, T. Natarajan, and Mukesh Kumar bowling sensational spells on a slow pitch. Pushed into batting first, RCB had a brisk start. Salt looked dangerous from the get-go by carving Auqib Nabi Dar for a boundary in the very first over. Virat Kohli (19) joined the act with a signature aerial drive over mid-off against Mukesh Kumar, but his stay was cut short by Ngidi, as he mistimed a scrambled seam delivery to deep cover. Salt continued his onslaught to reach his second fifty of the season with a massive six over long-off against Kuldeep Yadav in the ninth over. But the introduction of spin turned the tide in DCs favour. Axar Patel had Devdutt Padikkal holing out to long-on, while Kuldeep Yadav delivered a body blow in the 11th over when he had Salt flat-batting to long-off, and Mukesh doubled it by having in-form Rajat Patidar edge behind to KL Rahul. Tim David provided a brief spark in RCBs innings by smashing 26 off 17 balls, including a flat-batted six off Ngidi that brought up his 1000th IPL run. But Axar struck again by dismissing David, whose leading edge was caught by the short third man, while Romario Shepherd was trapped lbw by Kuldeep as RCB went from 110/3 to 149/6. The final two overs saw DCs pacers assert total dominance. Natarajan was exceptional in the 19th over, firing in pinpoint yorkers and slower bouncers to concede just two runs. The 20th over summed up RCBs frustrations - Krunal Pandya was run out after a miscommunication on a wide delivery, while Jitesh Sharma holed out to long-off against an accurate slower cutter from Ngidi. DC may be primed to complete the chase, but with the pitch not easy to bat on, and RCB having a strong bowling lineup, they have their task cut out. Brief scores: The 20th over summed up RCBs frustrations - Krunal Pandya was run out after a miscommunication on a wide delivery, while Jitesh Sharma holed out to long-off against an accurate slower cutter from Ngidi. DC may be primed to complete the chase, but with the pitch not easy to bat on, and RCB having a strong bowling lineup, they have their task cut out. Also Read: Live Cricket Score --IANS Article Source: IANS
IPL : Phil Salt's half-century powers RCB to 175 against DC in Bengaluru
Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted 175 for 8 against Delhi Capitals. Phil Salt top-scored with 63 runs. Delhi Capitals bowlers Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel took two wickets each. RCB aims to extend their winning streak. DC seeks a victory after two consecutive losses. The match is set for an exciting chase.
Scorpions Coming Home India tour cancelled due to medical concerns, tickets to be refunded
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IPL 2026: RCB Atmosphere Relaxed But Intensity High With Kohli Around, Says Venkatesh Iyer
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer said the sides dressing room remains relaxed yet intense due to the presence of Virat Kohli and players clear about their roles as they look to extend their good run in IPL 2026 against Delhi Capitals at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The atmosphere is quite relaxed. At the same time, no dressing room can not be intense where Virat Kohli is there. So obviously the intensity is right up there and everyone is very clear about how they have to approach all games. So far so good, Iyer said in a pre-game chat with the broadcasters. On role clarity, Iyer said hes doing a lot of hard work under the watch of batting coach Dinesh Karthik. Already there's so much going on, but if there is clarity of your role and you don't see beyond that, I think it helps to go out there and express yourself. I've been working quite hard with DK in the nets. Just waiting for my opportunity. But the team's doing really well. Everyone, whatever roles they're given, they are doing it 100 percent. I think it's just about waiting for my opportunity and whenever it arises, obviously with the impact player rule, I can go into bat anytime. So just putting in the hard yards at training and let's see what happens. On role clarity, Iyer said hes doing a lot of hard work under the watch of batting coach Dinesh Karthik. Already there's so much going on, but if there is clarity of your role and you don't see beyond that, I think it helps to go out there and express yourself. I've been working quite hard with DK in the nets. Just waiting for my opportunity. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But our bowling is very good and we have our plans set. It's just about going out there and executing it. We've come to a point where, yes we think what the opposition is going to do, but we back our strengths and see where it takes us, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Royal Challengers Bengaluru are wearing their green jerseys for their sustainability initiative. This tradition promotes environmental awareness. The team is also performing well on the field. They have won four of their first five matches. Delhi Capitals won the toss and chose to bowl first. The playing XIs for both teams have been announced.
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DC bowl first against RCB in Bengaluru
Both sides were unchanged from their previous games for the afternoon fixture in Bengaluru
IPL 2026: DC Wins Toss and Opts to Bowl First Against RCB
Bengaluru, April 18: The 26th match of IPL 2026 is underway at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, featuring the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and the Delhi Capitals (DC). DC captain Axar Patel won the toss and chose to bowl first. After winning the toss, Axar Patel stated, We will bowl first. The wicket looks good and hard. ... Read more IPL 2026: DC Wins Toss and Opts to Bowl First Against RCB
IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals opt to bowl against Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Both the teams are playing an unchanged XI
IPL 2026: Both Teams Unchanged As DC Elect To Bowl First Against RCB
Both Delhi Capitals: Both Delhi Capitals and defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru are unchanged as visitors skipper Axar Patel won the toss and elected to bowl first in match 26 of IPL 2026 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. RCB have started their title defence with four wins in five matches, while DC arrive after a weeks break with an aim to end their two-game losing streak. The wicket looks nice and hard. Since its a day game, it might be a bit slow. Also, Chinnaswamy is usually a chasing ground, so we would like to chase. Thats why we decided to bowl first, said Axar after winning the toss. On having a long break in the competition, Axar said, If youre winning, the break would be bad. But since we lost the last two matches, the break helped us regroup. Now we are back together as a unit and ready to start with fresh momentum. Obviously we are looking at the opposition but we are focusing on our own strengths and sticking to our plans. We'll follow our plans and see what happens. RCB captain Rajat Patidar gifted a sampling to his counterpart Axar before the toss began, as part of the franchise donning the iconic green jerseys for their annual Green Initiative. Happy to bat first because we were planning to bat first on this track. It's a day game, looking like a good surface. So we'll put a good total on the board and put them under pressure. We wear this jersey to show our commitment to sustainability and encourage everyone to make green choices for the planet. Of course, there was a lot of planning behind it (on playing well at Chinnaswamy). As you know, this year we have a final at Chinnaswamy, so we have to win all the home matches, he said. Conditions at the stadium are hot and dry for the afternoon fixture, with a slight breeze and scattered cloud cover. Square boundaries remain short at 65 and 64 metres respectively, while 73 metres is the straight boundary. In the pitch report, Pommie Mbangwa and Faf du Plessis opined that the surface appears similar to the previous match, though marginally drier with less grass. As a day game, the wicket is expected to play slower, thus bringing spinners into the contest. Playing XIs: Delhi Capitals: Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (captain), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, and Mukesh Kumar Impact Substitutes: Vipraj Nigam, Ashutosh Sharma, Karun Nair, Dushmantha Chameera, and Nitish Rana Delhi Capitals: Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (captain), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, and Mukesh Kumar Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact Substitutes: Rasikh Salam Dar, Venkatesh Iyer, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, and Vicky Ostwal Article Source: IANS
Bannerghatta Zoo Welcomes 4 Cheetahs; Jaguars, Pumas To Follow
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Dont Fear AI; Its Only Aid, Not Substitute: CJI Surya Kant
BENGALURU, Apr 18: Cautioning that the adoption of technology in the judiciary must be accompanied by a clear and conscious understanding of its inherent limitations, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday urged judicial officers not to be afraid of AI. Asserting that technology must remain an aid, not a substitute, he said the integration of Artificial Intelligence into the judicial process must be guided by a principle of balanceleveraging its benefits to enhance efficiency while steadfastly preserving the [] The post Dont Fear AI; Its Only Aid, Not Substitute: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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RCB vs DC pitch report & Bengaluru weather today: Rain forecast and M. Chinnaswamy stadium update
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Kohli to Kuldeep: 5 players battle to watch in today's match of RCB vs DC
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RCB eye dominance-extending victory over inconsistent Delhi Capitals
BENGALURU, Apr 17: Almost a month into IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have evolved into the most complete unit in the competition and they will be eager to strengthen their hold on this tag when they face the struggling Delhi Capitals here on Saturday. Focus has largely remained on Virat Kohli, and the batting talisman has not disappointed his fans either, holding the Orange Cap for the time being. But even Kohli would acknowledge that the RCB batting no longer [] The post RCB eye dominance-extending victory over inconsistent Delhi Capitals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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RCB eye dominance-extending victory over Delhi Capitals
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RCB vs DC Match 26, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
RCB vs DC Match 26 , Cricket Tips :The defending champion, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are ready to roar once again. RCB will lock horns with Delhi Capitals in the first game on Saturday. This match starts at 3:30 PM IST at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. It will be a special game, as RCB will be wearing a green kit. The defending champions have been in incredible form and making the opposition kneel down. They have only one defeat, and they will be keen to grab two more points with their good form. DC have now suffered consecutive defeats, which has put them on the backfoot. They need to relook at their batting plans, which has failed in recent matches. RCB vs DC: Match Details Date : April 18, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 3:30 PM IST Venue : M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru RCB vs DC Live Streaming Details The live action of the RCB vs DC clash will be available on the Star Sports Networks on cable TVs. The fans can also watch the game through the Jio Hotstar streaming platform. RCB vs DC Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 33 RCB : 20 DC : 12 No - Result : 01 RCB vs DC: Ground Pitch Report Chinnaswamy Stadium offers a flat deck, which produces good bounce and pace. The boundaries are smaller, which is a big challenge for any bowling side. Batters go hard after the ball because even a mis-hit or top edge gets over the line. Batting conditions will remain similar in both innings. RCB vs DC Possible XIs RCB : Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Rasikh Salam Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood DC : Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, David Miller, Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Kuldeep Yadav, T. Natarajan, Lungi Ngidi, Mukesh Kumar RCB vs DC Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Virat Kohli is a run machine in the IPL, and he has the orange cap with him. He will be a big wicket for the opposition. For DC, it is important for KL Rahul to fire because he has looked good in recent matches. Probable Best Bowler Josh Hazlewood has always been a challenge for the batters, because of the pace and bounce he generates. For DC, Lungi Ngidi will be the key. He is bowling well and was part of RCB last season. Today Match Prediction : The form RCB are in, so they are expected to do well here. DC are currently struggling with their combination. Hence, we predict RCB to record a win in Bengaluru. RCB vs DC Match 26, IPL 2026, Today RCB vs DC Match, RCB vs DC Prediction, RCB vs DC Predicted XIs, Injury Update for RCB vs DC Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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IPL 2026: The Plan For Cummins Is To Play For SRH On April 25 Against RR, Says Vettori
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins will rejoin the squad on Friday evening, on the eve of their clash against Chennai Super Kings, but is expected to return to action only on April 25 against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, said head coach Daniel Vettori. Cummins, who has been recovering from a lumbar stress injury, had linked up with SRH on March 27, a day before their opening game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and travelled with the squad for the next fixture against Kolkata Knight Riders before flying home for a fitness test. After passing the fitness test in Australia, Cummins is now on his way back to rejoining SRH. He's flying today, so he will be with us, I think, this evening. The plan is for the 25th (of April), said Vettori in the pre-match press conference on Friday. In his absence, SRH experimented with their pace attack and found success in debutant fast bowlers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, both of whom claimed four-wicket hauls against RR at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium earlier this week. Vettori called those performances encouraging, but added that adjustments could still be made based on how conditions play out in various matches. Obviously, we're very, very satisfied with the way that bowling group bowled, but we're going to have to check conditions again. We're playing on the same wicket as the last game, and obviously, Hyderabad's been exceptionally hot, so anticipating the wicket may be slightly different from the last one, and that may mean that we have to make some changes. But they'll be tactical changes, obviously, because the bowling group was so effective last game. 9 for 5, that's what impressed me the most. Look, I think particularly against (Vaibhav) Sooryavanshi and (Yashasvi) Jaiswal, who have been so incredibly successful since they've become an opening partnership, to, I suppose, have no fear going into that bowling spell. Two guys who I don't think ever bowled to either of them before, maybe a little bit in domestic cricket, but just still to have the confidence to go on and stick to their plans (that was impressive) and we know that that doesn't always work, but when it does work it's incredibly satisfying, he said. 9 for 5, that's what impressed me the most. Look, I think particularly against (Vaibhav) Sooryavanshi and (Yashasvi) Jaiswal, who have been so incredibly successful since they've become an opening partnership, to, I suppose, have no fear going into that bowling spell. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Weve got a strong batting line-up behind them, and theyve stepped up when the opening stand hasnt delivered. But when it clicks, its one of the best partnerships in the competition. Other teams play in a similar way, so we know how important it is and want them to keep that freedom. Article Source: IANS
Karnataka ready for global partnerships beyond tech: DK Shivakumar
Karnataka is actively seeking global partnerships across trade, innovation, and collaboration. The state aims to strengthen ties with over 80 countries. Bengaluru is highlighted as a hub for talent and investment. The Global Innovation Alliance is evolving for outcome-driven collaborations. The Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026 will focus on AI and beyond, fostering deeper co-creation and long-term global partnerships.
IPL 2026: Its Just A Question Of One Of The Batters Coming Good, Says DC Head Coach Badani
Indian Premier League: Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani dismissed concerns over batting consistency ahead of their IPL 2026 clash against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, insisting the team has posted competitive totals and only needs one batter to step up at the right time. DC are looking to break their two-game losing streak when they take on RCB at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday afternoon. I would politely disagree. We have scored 190 and 200. We lost a game by 1 run, a close game. In the last game as well, we scored around 180190. It is a question of one of our batters coming good at that point in time. I think we will be okay, said Badani in the pre-match press conference. On preparations for the contest, considering DC had a longish break, Badani said, Our job is to get ready and come. As far as RCB is concerned, their batting is very good, and their bowling is also very good. But our focus is on how we prepare for tomorrow. Badani acknowledged the chatter around momentum but stressed that DC has worked on specific areas. The way I see it, yes, there is a lot of conversation about momentum in tournaments like this. A lot of the coaching staff and even the broadcasters speak about momentum. But I think it is more about finding out what the area of concern is for a certain side. We have kind of figured out, or at least we think we have addressed that issue. You will get to know tomorrow or the day after what happens. I cannot speak any further on that. It is a question of looking after that area of concern, and we have tried to address that issue, he said. He also praised fast bowling all-rounder Auqib Nabis temperament and consistency after he made his IPL debut against CSK. If I can add more than one, there are two things that I think have been reasons for us to go hard for him. One is his temperament. I have seen him be consistent with whatever has happened with him, be it good or bad - he has stayed the same and maintained equilibrium. We have seen many times when cricketers have ups and downs, and they behave very differently. But in this case, he has just been the same way throughout the season. The other is that he has been consistent with his line and length. He is somebody who has the skill set to play at a higher level. Everyone has nerves in the first game. I felt he had similar nerves in the first game. But I think he is somebody who will do well for us, elaborated Badani. On Sameer Rizvis role in the batting order, Badani said the youngster has made significant progress since last season. Last year, we had a different structure altogether. We had Ashutosh (Sharma) coming in at No. 7 or 8. We also had Sameer pad up on a few occasions at the top. So the way we had things last year was more the case where if we lost a wicket at the top, Sameer would come in. If that did not happen, Sameer would just slide out of the game, and then we would go to Ashutosh. We spent three to four camps this year before the season. We have been working with Sameer since November. We were lucky that he could be with us, and we had about four camps. On Sameer Rizvis role in the batting order, Badani said the youngster has made significant progress since last season. Last year, we had a different structure altogether. We had Ashutosh (Sharma) coming in at No. 7 or 8. We also had Sameer pad up on a few occasions at the top. So the way we had things last year was more the case where if we lost a wicket at the top, Sameer would come in. Also Read: Live Cricket Score --IANS Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: My Strength Lies In Hitting Hard Length Consistently, Says RCBs Hazlewood
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fast bowler Josh Hazlewood said the key to his success in the shortest format comes from sticking to his strengths, as the defending champions prepare to face Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 fixture at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday afternoon. RCB, currently on eight points, will look to further consolidate their position on the points table, and a win over DC would get them to reclaim top spot in the points table. My strength is hitting that hard length consistently and making it difficult for batters to score. In T20 cricket, its about executing that under pressure and adapting when needed. With the way T20 cricket is going, the expectations on batters are very high. If you can build a few quiet deliveries, the pressure can shift quickly and create opportunities, Hazlewood said in the pre-game press conference, ahead of the clash where RCB will also don their iconic green jerseys as part of the franchises Green Initiative. Hazlewood, who returned from injury with a Player of the Match performance against Lucknow Super Giants, reflected on his recovery process. Its been really pleasing to be back and contributing again. You learn a lot from time away due to injury, especially about respecting the recovery process. The focus has been on coming back fully ready and performing at this level. The other night, the pitch actually helped a little bit. It was hard to time the ball; the pitch was a bit up-and-down. If youre on a nice glassy pitch and everythings coming onto the bat nicely, then things have to change, and you try a few different things, he said. He also praised skipper Rajat Patidars composure. Hes learning quickly and getting more confident as a captain. Hes calm out there and manages his resources well, which is great for the team. The other night, the pitch actually helped a little bit. It was hard to time the ball; the pitch was a bit up-and-down. If youre on a nice glassy pitch and everythings coming onto the bat nicely, then things have to change, and you try a few different things, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Highlighting the balance in RCBs bowling unit, Hazlewood signed off by saying, Weve got a really balanced attack, with everyone bringing something different. Its great to learn from each other, and thats been a big strength for us as a unit. Article Source: IANS
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NCBS Recruitment for Technical Trainee Positions Now Open
Bengaluru, April 17: A significant opportunity is on the horizon for young professionals eager to kickstart their careers at a prestigious institution. The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) has announced the recruitment of two Technical Trainee positions in the Civil Department through an official notification. The online application process for these positions has commenced, ... Read more NCBS Recruitment for Technical Trainee Positions Now Open
HMT Limited Recruitment: Apply for Various Positions by April 27
Bengaluru, April 17: Hindustan Machine Tools (HMT) Limited has announced a recruitment drive for various positions, including Deputy Manager and several officer roles. The official notification invites eligible candidates to apply for five positions: one Deputy Manager (Finance), two Officers (Accounts), one Officer (Company Secretary), and one Officer (Legal). The application process is now open ... Read more HMT Limited Recruitment: Apply for Various Positions by April 27
Karnataka Political Murders: BJP Welcomes Court Ruling in Congress MLAs Case
Bengaluru, April 17: The recent court ruling in the murder case of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda has been welcomed by R. Ashoka, the leader of the opposition and a Congress MLA, who believes it marks a significant step in curbing politically motivated killings in Karnataka. Ashoka stated, This serves as a clear example of the ... Read more Karnataka Political Murders: BJP Welcomes Court Ruling in Congress MLAs Case
IPL 2026: High-flyingRCBaims to extend winningstreak against DC
On April 18, 2026, Delhi Capitals faces the arduous task of stopping Royal Challengers Bengalurus run at Chinnaswamy Stadium
IPL 2026: RR Team Manager Bhinder Fined Rs 1 Lakh, Warned Over Breach Of PMOA Protocols (ld)
BCCI IPL PMOA Protocols: Rajasthan Royals team manager Ravinder Singh Bhinder has been fined INR 1 lakh for breaching the BCCI IPL Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) protocols during Match 16 of the ongoing season against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on April 10. The breach related to the use of a mobile phone in the team dugout by Bhinder, more popularly known as Romi, which is prohibited under Article 4.1.1 of the PMOA guidelines. The incident came to light when images of Bhinder using his phone, with young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi looking at the screen, went viral on social media. Acknowledging the lapse, Mr. Bhinder admitted to the offence and offered an unconditional apology. As this was his first breach under the prescribed protocols, a fine of INR 1 Lakh has been imposed in accordance with Article 7.42(a) of the BCCI IPL PMOA Protocols. He has also been warned to exercise greater care in the future and to adhere strictly to the established guidelines, said a statement from the IPL on Friday. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia previously confirmed to IANS that the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) was not satisfied with Bhinders explanation, leading to him being fined and given a warning over the violation. This violation happened in the match between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where our anti-corruption unit in Guwahati took note of the violation and issued him an explanation notice on April 12. He was given 48 hours to respond, as Romi Bhinder was found or seen carrying his mobile to the dugout area. He can have a mobile in his hand, but he cannot take it to the dugout area, so an explanation was sought, and Romi Bhinder responded within the stipulated 48 hours. The anti-corruption unit examined his reply and found it to be not satisfactory. Therefore, considering the fact that this is his first time he has done this violation of the IPL PMOA protocols, the anti-corruption unit decided to impose a penalty of Rs 1 lakh and also issued a warning to him not to repeat this kind of breach or violation of the IPL PMOA protocols in the future, Saikia had said to IANS. According to the PMOA (Players and Match Officials Area) guidelines found on IPLs website, The Team Manager may use a phone in the dressing room but NOT in the dugout. Bhinder has been associated with RR since the leagues inception in 2008 and also serves as a local guardian for 15-year-old Sooryavanshi. He was even attached to the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants when RR was banned from participating in the competition in the 2016 and 2017 seasons. On behalf of BCCI, I can just say, and we hope that this should be a deterrent for all other stakeholders who are part of the IPL to strictly adhere to the spirit of rules and follow the IPL PMOA protocols, added Saikia. Bhinder has been associated with RR since the leagues inception in 2008 and also serves as a local guardian for 15-year-old Sooryavanshi. He was even attached to the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants when RR was banned from participating in the competition in the 2016 and 2017 seasons. Also Read: Live Cricket Score --IANS Article Source: IANS
BCCI Fines RR Manager Bhinder 1 Lakh For Anti-corruption Breach, Issues Warning
The breach occurred during the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Guwahati on April 10
Karnataka High Court Announces Recruitment for Civil Judges: Apply by May 15
Bengaluru, April 17: The Karnataka High Court has issued an official notification for the recruitment of 90 Civil Judge positions. This includes 15 new posts and 75 pending vacancies. The distribution of these positions is as follows: 18 for General Merit, 3 for Scheduled Castes, 2 for Scheduled Tribes, 18 for Category-I, 24 for Category-II(A), ... Read more Karnataka High Court Announces Recruitment for Civil Judges: Apply by May 15
Patidar vs Kuldeep and Axar adds edge to RCB-DC contest
Rahul returning to Bengaluru and Kohli on 299 IPL sixes are other interesting narratives as RCB look to continue their dominant form
IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru To Don Green Jerseys For Clash Against Delhi Capitals
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will don their iconic green jerseys as part of their 'Green Initiative' when they take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in their home fixture.
Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni sentenced to life term in BJP leaders murder case
A special court in Bengaluru has sentenced former minister Vinay Kulkarni and 16 others to life imprisonment for the 2016 murder of BJP leader Yogeshgouda Goudar. The court found the Congress MLA and his co-accused guilty of murder and criminal conspiracy. Kulkarni faces immediate disqualification as an MLA due to the life sentence.
D.K. Shivakumar Addresses Action Against Minority Leaders in Karnataka
Bengaluru, April 17: Karnatakas Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated on Friday that the recent actions taken against two minority leaders of the party were not personal. He emphasized that such measures could not be initiated without directives from Delhi. During a press interaction in Bengaluru, Shivakumar remarked, There is nothing personal in the actions ... Read more D.K. Shivakumar Addresses Action Against Minority Leaders in Karnataka
As part of containment efforts, 7,444 birds were culled, and over 14,000 eggs and 2,250 kg of poultry feed were scientifically disposed of on April 15 under the supervision of the Animal Husbandry Department.
Bengaluru, April 17: In a significant ruling, a special court in Bengaluru has sentenced Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 15 others to life imprisonment for their involvement in the murder of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda. The court also imposed a fine of 30,000 on each convict. This verdict was delivered following a lengthy trial that ... Read more Karnataka BJP Leader Murder Case: Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 16 Others Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
IPL 2026: RCB go green vs DC! Defending champions to don special Green Initiative jerseys
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will don their signature green jerseys, made from recycled materials, against Delhi Capitals on Saturday. This move reinforces RCB's commitment to sustainability, as they remain the world's only carbon-neutral T20 franchise. The team also boasts an excellent start to IPL 2026, currently sitting second in the standings.
A Reddit users job dilemma has sparked debate online after being offered two roles with the same salary but different titles, Senior Manager in Hyderabad and Manager in Bengaluru. While the Hyderabad role offers a higher designation, the Bengaluru option allows the candidate to stay in a settled personal environment. With HR stating that both roles are identical in responsibility as individual contributor positions, the situation has raised questions about whether job title or lifestyle should take priority.
Alt Capital Launches AYF III; Partners with FundsIndia Private Wealth to Raise Rs. 1,000 Crore
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Bengaluru court sentences Cong MLA Vinay Kulkarni to life imprisonment in murder case
A Bengaluru court has handed down life sentences to Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and sixteen others. They were convicted in the 2016 murder of BJP leader Yogeshgouda Goudar. The CBI had named Kulkarni as the main conspirator in the case. Hired assailants attacked Goudar at his gym. Kulkarni's bail was cancelled previously due to witness tampering allegations.
KRAFTON India clocks 930M+ views, positions BGMI as leading mobile esports platform
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IPL 2026: RR Team Manager Fined Rs 1 Lakh, Warned Over Mobile Phone Use In Dugout
Indian Premier League: Rajasthan Royals (RR) team manager Romi Bhinder has been fined Rs 1 lakh and handed an official warning for using a mobile phone inside the dugout during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on April 10. The Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) of the BCCI has issued a show-cause notice to Bhinder over the usage of a device during the match and sought his response within the next 48 hours. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) was not satisfied with Bhinders explanation, leading to him being fined and being given a warning over the violation. This violation happened in the match between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where our anti-corruption unit in Guwahati took note of the violation and issued him an explanation notice on April 12. He was given 48 hours to respond as Romi Bhinder was found or seen carrying his mobile to the dugout area. He can have a mobile in his hand but he cannot take it to the dugout area, so an explanation was sought and Romi Bhinder responded within the stipulated 48 hours. The anti-corruption unit examined his reply and found it to be not satisfactory. Therefore considering the fact that this is his first time he has done this violation of the IPL PMOA protocols, the anti-corruption unit decided to impose him a penalty of Rs 1 lakh and also issued a warning to him not to repeat this kind of breach or violation of the IPL PMOA protocols in future, said Saikia to IANS on Friday. According to the PMOA (Players and Match Officials Area) guidelines found on IPLs website, The Team Manager may use a phone in the dressing room but NOT in the dugout. Bhinder has been associated with RR since the leagues inception in 2008 and also serves as a local guardian for Sooryavanshi, 15. He was even with the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants when RR was banned from participating in the competition in 2016 and 2017 seasons. According to the PMOA (Players and Match Officials Area) guidelines found on IPLs website, The Team Manager may use a phone in the dressing room but NOT in the dugout. Also Read: Live Cricket Score RR, the IPL 2008 winners, are currently at the third position in the points table, and will take on three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. Article Source: IANS
RR Official Found Guilty Of Protocol Breach. BCCI Announces Punishment
Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Bhinder will most likely to escape a serious sanction despite his injudicious and indiscreet behavior during the IPL 2026 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni, 16 others gets life imprisonment in 2016 BJP worker murder case
A Special Court has sentenced Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 16 others to life imprisonment for the 2016 murder of BJP leader Yogeshgouda Goudar. The court found them guilty of murder and criminal conspiracy. This conviction leads to Kulkarni's immediate disqualification from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly.
