ICC Penalizes India 20% and West Indies 10% Match Fees Over Slow Over-Rates
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has imposed financial penalties on both India and the West Indies for maintaining slow over-rates during the third and final ODI of their three-match series in New Chandigarh. The hosts were fined 20% of their match fee after being found four overs short of the target rate, while the visiting [] The post ICC Penalizes India 20% and West Indies 10% Match Fees Over Slow Over-Rates appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India, West Indies fined by ICC for slow over-rate in third ODI
New Delhi: India and the West Indies were on Monday, October 5, fined by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for maintaining slow over-rates during the third ODI in New Chandigarh. While India have been fined 20 per cent of their match fee, the West Indies were docked 10 per cent of their earnings after being 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 .
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India, West Indies fined by the ICC after third ODI due to slow over-rate; Check details
The ODI series between India and the West Indies ended with the Men in Blue clinching the three-game affair. Winning the first and second ODI of the series, India won the series but ended up losing the third ODI. For the final game of the ODI series, India took on the West Indies in New Chandigarh, and the Windies managed to register a brilliant victory after an incredible performance in the game.
'Rohit Will Be Crucial In 2027 WC': Karthik Praises Ex-captain For Windies Knock
CA International Cricket Stadium: Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik heaped praise on Rohit Sharma for his measured knock in the third ODI against the West Indies in a tough situation, highlighting that his outing showed why he will be crucial for India in the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa. India lost their captain, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli in the first three overs, and with conditions offering a bite for the fast bowlers, the Men in Blue were under the pump in the third rubber at the CA International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh. However, Rohit dropped the anchor and negated the tough period with Ruturaj Gaikwad before smashing 92 from 85 balls. Taking note of how Rohit sailed the ship through the tough shores before cashing in, former cricketers Karthik and Ajinkya Rahane heaped praise on the former captain, with the former highlighting that his innings proved why he will be crucial for the Men in Blue in the 2027 World Cup. The beauty of having experience is that they have seen this situation a lot before. If you take Rohit Sharma, when he saw the two early wickets fall, if you see he was on 20 for the first 40 balls with a 50 strike rate. That was because he knew he could trust himself and back it up and get those runs quickly. And then you see how quickly he moved to 92 after scoring less than a run-a ball. His strike rate went above 100, but he made that all up in the next 40 balls. In the first 40 balls, he took time, didn't allow wickets to fall and then in the next 40 balls, he went and smashed, Karthik said on Cricbuzz. With West Indies bowling well and reaping the rewards from the pitch, Rohit curbed his aggressive instincts to play time before going all guns blazing. Karthik believed that can also happen in South Africa, highlighting how experience can be crucial at that time. He saw Jayden Seales was bowling a good spell; Alzarri (Joseph) was bowling nice and sharp. He took time, waited for them to bowl in his areas and if not, I am happy to defend. To have that courage and conviction in that moment is what experience is. A lot of people would have tried to do a little more than they should because they would fear. A young Rohit Sharma would have made that mistake but today he has a wealth of experience. The same thing could have happen even in South Africa, and that's when the experience of a Rohit or Shubman or Virat can come through, where they are able to lower their gears down and say, 'okay I am not going to play big for the moment, and I know I can make up later, he added. He saw Jayden Seales was bowling a good spell; Alzarri (Joseph) was bowling nice and sharp. He took time, waited for them to bowl in his areas and if not, I am happy to defend. To have that courage and conviction in that moment is what experience is. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Why ICC fined India and West Indies after 3rd ODI in New Chandigarh
India and the West Indies were fined for slow over-rates in the third ODI, with India penalised 20 per cent and the visitors 10 per cent of their match fees. Both captains accepted the charges. West Indies ended the series on a high, chasing 352 behind Shai Hopes unbeaten 162. The teams now turn to the five-match T20I series.
India and West Indies fined for slow over-rates in third ODI
While India were found four overs short in New Chandigarh, West Indies were deemed to be two short
India, WI Sanctioned For Maintaining Slow Over-rates In Chandigarh ODI
Player Support Personnel: India and the West Indies have been sanctioned for maintaining slow over-rates during the third and final ODI of the three-match series in New Chandigarh. India have been fined 20 per cent of their match fee, and the West Indies have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee after India were ruled to be four overs short and the Windies were two overs short after time allowances were taken into consideration during the final ODI on Saturday. In accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences, players are fined five per cent of their match fee for every over their side fails to bowl in the allotted time, the ICC said in a statement. Both captains pled guilty and accepted the proposed sanctions, so there was no need for formal hearings. Prakash Bhatt of the ICC International Panel of Match Referees imposed the sanctions. On-field umpires Jayaraman Madanagopal and Sam Nogajski, third umpire Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid and fourth umpire Virender Sharma levelled the charges. The West Indies entered the final ODI having already lost the three-match series 2-0, but finished the ODI leg of their India tour in record-breaking fashion with a historic victory. Shai Hope carried the bat with his 162 not out as the visitors chased down 352 against India, their highest score in a successful ODI run-chase. Their previous best (331/5) was against Ireland in 2019. Hope is the first-ever wicketkeeper-captain to score over 150 runs in an ODI innings. His knock was the highest-ever score by a West Indies men's batter in a successful run-chase, breaking a 33-year-old national record set by Brian Lara. Lara had scored 153 against Pakistan in Sharjah in 1993. Hope is the first-ever wicketkeeper-captain to score over 150 runs in an ODI innings. His knock was the highest-ever score by a West Indies men's batter in a successful run-chase, breaking a 33-year-old national record set by Brian Lara. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
1st T20I: India Aim To Carry Asiad Momentum Against West Indies (Preview)
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket: India will look to carry the momentum of their recent Asian Games success into the five-match T20I series against the West Indies when the sides meet at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday. The T20I series follows just three days after the West Indies chased down 352 in New Chandigarh, achieving their highest successful ODI run chase against India. Captain Shai Hope scored a brilliant 162 not out to lead the visitors to victory and give them a significant boost in confidence for the shorter format series. The Men in Blue will be wary of the danger that the Caribbean side, consisting of many power-hitters, possesses, something they must have seen in the recently concluded 50-over series. Amir Jangoo, the wicketkeeper-batter, has been added to the West Indies' squad as cover for Jewel Andrew, who sustained a finger injury during the third ODI on Saturday. Amir Jangoo has been added to the squad as cover for the wicketkeeping position following the finger injury sustained by Jewel Andrew during Saturdays third ODI. Andrew is still being monitored and assessed by the medical team, CWI said in a statement on Monday. The last time India and West Indies played a T20I series was in the Caribbean in 2023, with the hosts winning it 3-2. India will now start a new phase in the format with Shreyas Iyer as captain and Tilak Varma his deputy. On Saturday, Iyer guided India to victory in the final of the Asian Games in Nisshin, Japan, beating Pakistan by 19 runs in an exciting final. The captain will now be focusing on a new-look T20I series against a West Indies team which is entering the series with increased confidence. India have in the past dominated the rivalry in the shortest format, having a 20-10 lead in 31 T20 matches. Their record at home is even more impressive, since they won nine of the 11 T20I matches they played against West Indies on home soil. Since 2018, India have won 18 out of the 23 T20I matches they have played at home against the West Indies. The West Indies have demonstrated that they are capable of giving India a tough time when their power hitters hit early and their bowlers carry out their strategies effectively. In their match in Lucknow, their task will be to keep up the aggression without falling into the middle-over mistakes that have usually enabled India to gain the upper hand. Hope will play a central role in their strategy. Although he had a minor groin complaint, he performed brilliantly during the chase and then picked up the pace towards the end, scoring 62 runs from his last 39 deliveries. The combination of composure and power that he showed will be useful in the T20 format. In New Chandigarh as well, Keemo Paul scored 44 runs off 35 balls, hitting five fours after he had been promoted in the order. The fact that he is capable of contributing with both bat and ball means that West Indies now have another possible match-winner. The Ekana Stadium is usually seen as a suitable surface for batting, even though spinners can be used as the ball wears on. Teams that bat early and successfully vary their pace are probably going to have the advantage. On Sunday, the West Indies had their training session under the lights at the ground, and India are due to train on Tuesday, having returned from Japan. The other four T20I matches will then be held in Ranchi on October 9, Indore on October 11, Hyderabad on October 14 and Bengaluru on October 17. When: Tuesday, October 6 Where: Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium Where to watch: The first T20I will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and live-streamed on JioHotstar. Squads: West Indies: Shai Hope (c), Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Akeal Hosein, Amir Jangoo, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Kamil Pooran, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Quentin Sampson, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer Squads: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Punjab govt corruption case: Pratap Bajwa welcomes HC order on CBI probe
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 5 (IANS) Leader of Opposition in Punjab Legislative Assembly, Pratap Singh Bajwa, on Monday welcomed the Punjab and Haryana High Court's decision to order a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the case of the letter written by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to the DGP of Punjab. He said that those who looted the state must be punished, irrespective of their standing. This came as the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday ordered that the case of the letter written by the ED to Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav be handed over to the CBI. Taking to X, Bajwa said, I welcome the Hon'ble High Court's decision and hope the CBI conducts a fair, impartial and time-bound investigation. Those who looted Punjab's exchequer must be booked and punished, irrespective of how powerful they are. The CBI has also been ordered to submit its report within two months. The ED had written three letters to Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav in which it was said that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman and his associates Nitin Gohal and Bir Devinder were involved in corruption and an FIR should be registered against them. The agency has alleged that they were interfering in administrative transfers and postings as well as government tenders. When the Punjab Police did not register a case in this matter, a PIL was filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court in which a demand was made to hand over the case to the CBI. The PIL was filed by Advocate Nikhil Saraf. In the petition, Saraf had said the Enforcement Directorate's letter levels several serious allegations against the officials linked to the Punjab Chief Minister's Office. Saraf argued that the cases should be handed over to the CBI for a fair and independent investigation, which is free from the influence of the Punjab Police and Punjab Vigilance. The petitioner also sought a detailed investigation into the money trail and strict action against those found guilty.
ED letters to Punjab DGP: HC orders CBI probe; demands report in two months
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 5 (IANS) The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday ordered that the case of the letters written by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to the DGP of Punjab be handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI has also been ordered to submit its report within two months. The ED had written three letters to Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, in which it was said that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman and his associates Nitin Gohal and Bir Devinder were involved in corruption, and an FIR should be registered against them. The agency has alleged that they were interfering in administrative transfers and postings, as well as government tenders. When the Punjab Police did not register a case in this matter, a PIL was filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court in which a demand was made to hand over the case to the CBI. The PIL was filed by Advocate Nikhil Saraf. In the petition, Saraf had said the Enforcement Directorate's letter levels several serious allegations against the officials linked to the Punjab Chief Minister's Office. Saraf argued that the cases should be handed over to the CBI for a fair and independent investigation, which is free from the influence of the Punjab Police and Punjab Vigilance. The petitioner also sought a detailed investigation into the money trail and strict action against those found guilty. Last month, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) urged Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to recommend a time-bound, court-monitored CBI probe into the organised corruption racket being operated from the Chief Minister's office. Asserting that when the CMO, the CM's OSD and the Chief Minister's wife were the subject of allegations and the state investigation agencies were proving ineffective, SAD urged the Governor to exercise his powers under Article 167 to call for a report from the Chief Secretary and the DGP as to why no FIR had been registered on the ED's reference. The representation also urged the Governor to intervene with the state government, and urged the Union government to conduct a court-monitored, time-bound CBI probe into all corruption cases disclosed in the EDs reference, including the role of every public servant, intermediary, developer and beneficiary and the money trail. The BJP had also questioned the police's inaction on the matter. We therefore demand an independent Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the entire matter, former Union Minister Vijay Sampla had told the media. Sampla said the ED reference, based on material gathered during its investigation in a case, contained serious allegations relating to criminal conspiracy, corruption, unauthorised leakage of confidential government information, interference in transfers and postings, manipulation of government policies and tenders, illegal gratification and other cognisable offences. Sampla demanded registration of a first information report (FIR) sought by the ED, preservation of all digital, documentary, and financial evidence, and a time-bound CBI investigation into the entire matter, including the roles of Gohal, Ghuman, and all other persons named in the ED material.
WI Add Amir Jangoo For India T20Is As Cover For Injured Jewel Andrew
West Indies T20I: The West Indies have added wicketkeeper-batter Amit Jangoo to the squad for the upcoming T20I series against India as cover for Jewel Andrew, who injured his finger during the third game of the ODI leg of the tour. Andrew was taken to the hospital for an X-ray after sustaining a finger injury while completing the catch of Naman Dhir during the ongoing third ODI against India at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh on Saturday. Cricket West Indies said, Amir Jangoo has been added to the squad as cover for the wicketkeeping position following the finger injury sustained by Jewel Andrew during Saturdays third ODI. Andrew is still being monitored and assessed by the medical team. Andrew hurt his finger on the last ball of the 36th over of Indias innings, when batting all-rounder Naman Dhir chipped a nicely tossed-up delivery from West Indies left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie towards cover. Andrew, positioned in there, completed a catch and copped a severe blow to his finger, which forced him to go off the field for immediate medical assistance and further assessment. As a result, he was not be able to open the innings in the West Indies chase of 352, and John Campbell will be replaced at the top by skipper Shai Hope. Jangoo has played seven T20Is for the West Indies since making his international debut in December 2024. His record with the bat in those games is middling: 163 runs at a strike rate of 120.74. The 29-year-old Jangoo was impressive form in the ODIs against India, scoring 58 not out, 114 and 67 to finish third on the run-scorers' list across teams, his tally of 239 runs only behind those of Shubman Gill (334) and Shai Hope (278). Jangoo has played seven T20Is for the West Indies since making his international debut in December 2024. His record with the bat in those games is middling: 163 runs at a strike rate of 120.74. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Haryana CM studies facilities of convention centre in Singapore
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 4 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday studied international-level arrangements and facilities related to the proposed world-class convention centre to be developed in Gurugram. As part of the visit to Singapore, he undertook a detailed study of the renowned Suntec City there and gathered information about the facilities at its convention centre, construction techniques, modern engineering and operational systems. The Chief Minister said the government would develop a world-class convention centre over an area of approximately 25 acres in Gurugram. The study of convention facilities developed at Singapores Suntec City is significant for understanding international best practices for the project. The proposed convention centre will be equipped with state-of-the-art technology and modern engineering to facilitate major international conferences, business meetings, exhibitions and other global-level events. He said the development of a world-class convention centre would further strengthen Gurugrams international identity and promote investment and business activities in the state. This would have a positive impact on Haryanas economy. The Chief Minister also highlighted the development plans for the Manesar region. He said the government will develop state-of-the-art infrastructure in Manesar along with a large and aesthetically designed park. This will accelerate the overall development of the area and provide people with better civic amenities as well as a green environment. During the visit, Chief Minister Saini also studied the arrangements at Singapores Gardens by the Bay related to environmental conservation, preservation of various plant species and advanced water management technologies. He closely observed the environment-friendly facilities at the gardens, particularly the measures related to water supply and conservation, and gathered information about them. Indian tourists present at Gardens by the Bay met the Chief Minister and clicked photographs with him. Several families also took selfies with the Chief Minister. He also interacted warmly and cordially with foreign tourists. The Chief Ministers visit was significant in terms of understanding international best practices in modern urban planning, convention facilities, environmental conservation and water management. Concrete steps will be taken to implement these practices in Haryana and further develop the state as a more developed, modern and environmentally sustainable state.
All-India Mayor Conference to be Held in Chandigarh on October 5-6
Chandigarh will host the All-India Mayor Conference on October 5-6, with mayors from 19 states discussing local governance issues. All-India Mayor Conference to be Held in Chandigarh on October 5-6
Illegal arms & explosives network busted in Punjab, AK-47 assault rifle seized
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 4 (IANS) In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Rural Police has dismantled an illegal arms and explosives supply network with the arrest of an individual and recovered one AK-47 assault rifle along with a magazine and nine cartridges, and two hand grenades from his possession, Punjab's Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Sunday. The arrested accused has been identified as Navjot Singh, 28, a truck driver by profession and a resident of Cheema in Tarn Taran. Apart from recovering arms and explosives, police teams have also impounded his motorcycle, which was used for transporting the consignment. DGP Yadav said that preliminary investigation has revealed that the accused was allegedly linked to foreign-based smugglers and is involved in procuring illegal weapons. Further investigation is underway to uncover the complete network, he said. Sharing operational details, Inspector General of Police, Border Range, Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that acting on precise intelligence inputs, special teams of Amritsar Rural Police launched a targeted operation and intercepted the accused when he was riding a motorcycle. During the search, police teams recovered an AK-47 assault rifle along with a magazine and cartridges and two live hand grenades, he said. Senior Superintendent of Police, Amritsar Rural, Kanwalpreet Singh Chahal said that the operation was executed under the close supervision of Superintendent of Police, Investigation, Ramandeep Singh, and Deputy Superintendents of Police Gurinderpal Singh Nagra and Yadwinder Singh. A first information report under section 25 (8) of the Arms Act and Sections 3, 4, and 5 of the Explosive Substances Act has been registered at the police station in Gharinda in Amritsar Rural on September 30 . Last week, Amritsar Rural Police dismantled an illegal arms and narcotics supply network with the arrest of three persons, comprising a woman, her husband, and her brother. The police had recovered 10.030 kg heroin, two sophisticated assault rifles, including an AK-47 and an AK-56, along with three magazines and 10 cartridges from their possession.
KL Rahul: Indian wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul revealed that he has formed a blueprint on batting in different situations in ODIs in his mind, which helped him play an unbeaten knock of 129 runs against the West Indies in the third ODI on Saturday. Rahul, who didn't get an opportunity to bat in the first two matches, made the best use of the chance he got in the final match of the three-match series at the new PCA stadium and hit his career-best score in 50-over cricket. However, his effort was overshadowed by West Indies captain Shai Hopes unbeaten 162 as the visitors chased down the target with 10 balls to spare. Rahul said he spends considerable time thinking about how he wants to approach his batting in different scenarios, with his role at No. 5 requiring a slightly different blueprint in ODI cricket. I think for me, its very important for me to have prepared really well. And I put a lot of focus on how I prepare. I am someone who sits down and thinks about how I want to play my cricket and how I want to bat in certain scenarios, Rahul said in a BCCI video. And when Im batting at number five, I wont say theres a fixed template, but theres a little bit of a blueprint in my head as to this is how Im going to play in ODI cricket. And when it comes to the test, theres something that theres a game plan for. And that for me is most important, he added. Rahul walked in with India in trouble at 160/4 after Rohit Sharmas 92 and Ruturaj Gaikwads 57 had steadied the innings following the early dismissals of Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli. He initially played the supporting role before accelerating towards the end. Rahul reached his fifty from 41 balls and brought up his ninth ODI hundred off 80 deliveries with a fine shot over a fine leg off Jayden Seales in the 49th over. He then finished unbeaten on 129, helping India add 105 runs in the final 10 overs. Rahul said the ability to switch into match mode comes naturally when representing India, but he has focused heavily on controlling the aspects of his game that are within his reach. You know, when you play for India, when youre representing your country, and when you walk out trying to face up to that first ball, and there are so many people who have come to watch you and youre wearing the blues or youre wearing the white, youre representing your country, and youre wearing your colours. I dont think it takes too much time to switch on, he said. So you, I think, as players, automatically switch on when youre in that moment. The things that Ive really worked on are the things that I can control: my game plan and my preparation. And if I can tick those boxes, then I feel quite switched on, he added. Rahuls knock also came on a significant personal day as he crossed 10,000 runs in international cricket, joining a select group of Indian players to reach the landmark. A handful of people in our country have been able to achieve 10,000 runs overall. So yeah, a very special moment for me, for my coaches, for my family, he said. Rahuls knock also came on a significant personal day as he crossed 10,000 runs in international cricket, joining a select group of Indian players to reach the landmark. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shedge Links Up With India A Squad For One-dayers Against Australia A As Pandyas Replacement
Suryansh Shedge: Seam-bowling all-rounder Suryansh Shedge has been drafted into the India A squad as a replacement for injured Hardik Pandya for the upcoming three-match one-day series against Australia A, starting here on Tuesday. Hardik, who was named in the squad last month, but subject to fitness clearance, was ruled out after experiencing discomfort in his right calf on September 19. An MRI scan later revealed that he has very mild intramedullary edema, which is equivalent to suffering right medial tibial stress syndrome. Yes, Shedge has joined the India A squad as a replacement for injured Hardik. Shedge had a quadriceps injury and was recovering from it at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, a source tracking developments told IANS on Sunday. Shedge, 23, made his international debut during India's T20I tour of Ireland in June this year and featured in the T20I series against England and Zimbabwe, though hes yet to take a wicket. He also impressed during the India A 50-over tri-series in Sri Lanka in June this year, scoring 147 runs in five matches while chipping in two scalps in 23 overs. His inclusion in the India A team means Shedge will miss Mumbai's opening Ranji Trophy game against Chandigarh at the Wankhede Stadium, starting on October 11. Middle-order batter Naman Dhir will also miss the 50-over series against Australia A after being drafted into India's T20I squad for the upcoming five-match series against the West Indies as a replacement for Washington Sundar. Sundar, the off-spin bowling all-rounder who was a member of the Asian Games gold medal winning team in Japan, has been released from the T20I squad to play Ranji Trophy for Tamil Nadu as part of preparation for the Tests against New Zealand, to be played in November. Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead the India A side in the 50-over matches scheduled to be played on October 6, 9, and 11 respectively. The first one-day match will now begin at 2 PM, with gates opening for fans at 1pm, while the second and three matches will begin at 9am. Sundar, the off-spin bowling all-rounder who was a member of the Asian Games gold medal winning team in Japan, has been released from the T20I squad to play Ranji Trophy for Tamil Nadu as part of preparation for the Tests against New Zealand, to be played in November. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Chandigarh Zonal Unit, has secured the conviction of Pankaj Sharma, a resident of Solan, Himachal Pradesh, in a case involving the trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances through international postal parcels. According to the press note, in a judgment dated October 3, 2026, the Special Judge-II, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, convicted Sharma under Section 22(c) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, for possession of a commercial quantity of MDMA and sentenced him to 10 years
Himachal: NCB secures 10-year jail for man who got drugs from Europe in post
Digital Desk | Solan, Oct 4 (IANS) A Special NDPS court in Solan district in Himachal Pradesh sentenced a drug trafficker who procured narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances through international postal parcels to 10 years rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1 lakh, an NCB official said on Sunday. Pankaj Sharma, a resident of Solan, Himachal Pradesh, was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Chandigarh Zonal Unit, which secured his conviction in the case Crime No. 16/2023 dated July 4, 2023, said the official in a statement. Special Judge-II, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, sentenced Sharma on Saturday after convicting him under Section 22(c) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, for possession of a commercial quantity of MDMA, the statement said. On July 4, 2023, NCB, Chandigarh, received specific intelligence regarding an international postal parcel originating from the United Kingdom and suspected to contain narcotic drugs/psychotropic substances, the statement said. After obtaining due authorisation for controlled delivery under Section 50A of the NDPS Act, the NCB team recovered the original contents of the parcel, comprising 4.7 grams of cocaine, and thereafter conducted the controlled delivery operation at the Head Post Office, Solan, it said. Pankaj Sharma took delivery of the said parcel and was apprehended on the spot. A second parcel originating from France, collected by him at the same time, was searched, leading to the recovery and seizure of 56.2 grams of MDMA more than five times the commercial quantity of 10 grams notified for MDMA under the NDPS Act, the NCB said. The operation also led to the identification of a third parcel, originating from Germany and intended for delivery to the accused, from which a further 4.4 grams of cocaine was recovered, it said. Investigation revealed that the accused was procuring drugs from multiple European countries through international postal channels. A complaint under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act was filed before the Special Judge, Solan, on December 19, 2023, the NCB said.
Army Ambulance Carrying Soldier's Body Crashes Into Truck In UP, 4 Killed
The last remains was being brought to his native village in Deoria district in Uttar Pradesh from Chandigarh when the accident took place around 8 am near 79.6 km-mark of the expressway in the Haliyapur
'I was disappointed': Sunil Gavaskar weighs in on Rohit Sharma missing out on 36th ODI century
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'Had a chat with MS Dhoni': Shai Hope reveals his chat with former India skipper after third ODI win
The West Indies registered a brilliant victory in the third ODI of the ongoing series against the Indian team. The two sides met in New Chandigarh for the clash on October 3rd, and the Windies chased down the target of 352 runs in the game thanks to a brilliant knock by Shai Hope.
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Participants from different parts of the country took part in the second edition of the Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2026 in Chandigarh, with athletes highlighting their sporting journeys and experiences at the event. Amit Kumar, a Haryana Police personnel and athlete, said he has been associated with sports for around three decades and took up athletics in 2007. I serve in the Haryana Police and have been involved in sports for 30 years. I took up athletics in 2007, Kumar said. Kumar also recalled his mountaineering journey, saying that he underwent training for mountaineering and successfully scaled Mount Everest in 2011. I also trained for mountaineering and successfully scaled Mount Everest in 2011; the Haryana Police has honoured me greatly for this, he said. He said that despite his official responsibilities, he continues to train while balancing his professional and family responsibilities. I continue my training alongside my official duties, balancing work with family...
'Not much time to experiment': Gill wants India to play World Cup combination next
Digital Desk | New Chandigarh, Oct 4 (IANS) India captain Shubman Gill emphasised that India need to field their World Cup combination from the next series onwards and that there is not much time to experiment with the global showpiece, now only a year away. With India sending a first-choice T20I team for defending the Asian Games gold medal, several automatic ODI players missed the West Indies series. India were also hampered by injuries to Hardik Pandya and Prasidh Krishna, with the latter missing the third ODI due to a left hamstring. Pace talisman Jasprit Bumrah, ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, Axar Patel and Washington Sundar were also on Asian Games duty, while Harshit Rana was injured as India fielded a mix of first-choice and backup players for the 2-1 Windies series win. In the absence of the first-choice ODI players, opportunities opened for the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj and Auqib Nabi, while Nitish Kumar Reddy and Gurnoor Brar seem to be the options India are working to groom for the World Cup. Speaking after the game, Gill highlighted that the situation provided the second-string players to put their case forward, while also hoping that India would have a first-choice World Cup combination from the next series onwards, which is an away all-format series against New Zealand with five ODIs, apart from five T20Is and two Tests. It's unfortunate with the injuries and the scheduling of other matches that we have not been able to play the bowling line-up we would have liked to. But that is something that is not in our hands. It is a good chance for the other players, who might not have been in the team if we had the full-strength bowling. So it is a great chance for the other players to showcase their skills, Gill said in the post-match press conference after India lost the 3rd ODI against the Windies by five wickets. However, he felt that time is running fast for too many experimentations. I honestly dont think there is that much time to experiment. The combination that we want to play, hopefully we get all the players that are available from the next series and the combination that we would like to play in the World Cup, we want to start playing with that combination, Gill added. Gill also spoke on debutants Kamboj and Nabi despite their tough outings in the series, as both of them leaked runs. Anshul and Auqib are the kind of players who are going to be in the mix a lot. (With Prasidh injured) we had an opportunity to experiment with another player with the series being in the bag. So, we wanted to take that opportunity. And Anshul is someone who can also bat at number 8. And that number is very crucial for us, he said.
Shai Hope sets multiple ODI records with record 162 in New Chandigarh
West Indies captain Shai Hope etched his name in the record books with a magnificent 162 as he registered the highest individual score by a West Indies batter in a successful ODI run chase, powering his side to a historic five-wicket win over India in the third and final ODI here on Saturday. Hope's unbeaten 162 off 143 balls, studded with 17 fours and three sixes, surpassed Chris Gayle's 162 against England at St George's in 2019 to become the highest score by a West Indies batter in an ODI run chase. The 31-year-old also became the first West Indies batter to score 150 or more in a successful ODI chase against India, while his effort is the highest individual score by any batter in an ODI run chase against India. He went past Tillakaratne Dilshan's 160 in Rajkot in 2009, with Andrew Strauss' 158 in Bengaluru in 2011 and Sanath Jayasuriya's unbeaten 151 in Mumbai in 1997, completing the previous top scores. Hope's latest landmark also took his tally to eight ODI centuries as a wicketk...
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