Gurabazs Explosive Century Against India: A Tribute to Gautam Gambhir
Dharmshala, June 14: Afghanistans opening batsman Rahmanullah Gurabaz delivered a stunning performance on Saturday, scoring 102 runs off just 51 balls against India. He credited his remarkable innings to a conversation with Indias head coach, Gautam Gambhir, following a Test match in New Chandigarh. Gurabaz mentioned that their discussion helped him improve his shot selection. ... Read more Gurabazs Explosive Century Against India: A Tribute to Gautam Gambhir
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1st ODI: Gurbaz Credits Gambhirs Guidance After Hitting Blazing Ton Against India
Rahmanullah Gurbaz: Afghanistan opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz said a conversation with India head coach Gautam Gambhir after the recent Test match in New Chandigarh helped him refine his shot selection, as he struck a blazing hundred in the rainhit first ODI against India at the HPCA Stadium on Saturday. Gurbazs blazing knock of 102 off 51 balls was the centrepiece of Afghanistans batting effort. With some outstanding clean striking, Gurbaz raced to his ninth ODI hundred in just 48 balls the fastest by an Afghanistani batter and the second fastest against India in ODIs. After the Test match, I had a very good conversation with Gautam Gambhir, sir. That discussion really helped me. I worked on those ideas in the nets, and Im very grateful for the guidance. When the Test match ended, I told him that I wanted to improve my shot selection. He shared some positive ideas, and I was able to apply them today. I just tried to play positively, and it worked for me, Gurbaz said to broadcasters at mid-innings break. Reflecting on his approach, especially with the innings shortened to 25 overs, Gurbaz said, Im grateful for the performance. I think the approach was very simple and easy, just to play positive cricket. We knew it was a 25over game, but I know my game as well. I just backed myself and played for the team. It was nice to contribute. Despite Gurbazs fireworks, Indias debutants Gurnoor Brar and Harsh Dubey picked three wickets each, while Arshdeep Singh claimed two, as Afghanistan were bowled out for 194 in 24.5 overs. Reflecting on his approach, especially with the innings shortened to 25 overs, Gurbaz said, Im grateful for the performance. I think the approach was very simple and easy, just to play positive cricket. We knew it was a 25over game, but I know my game as well. I just backed myself and played for the team. It was nice to contribute. Also Read: Live Cricket Score On the conditions, Gurbaz admitted that batting was not straightforward. To be honest, the wicket isnt easy, especially against spin. There was some turn and assistance for the spinners. But my focus was on backing myself and staying positive. There is definitely something in the pitch for the spinners, and if they bowl well, they can make an impact. Article Source: IANS
Haryana Chief Minister Labels Punjabs AAP Government as Gang of Looters
Chandigarh, June 13: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini accused the Punjab government led by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of corruption on Saturday. He referred to the government as a gang of looters and claimed its tenure is nearing an end. Highlighting the significant victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the Abohar ... Read more Haryana Chief Minister Labels Punjabs AAP Government as Gang of Looters
In daylight murder, masked men riddle pharmacy cashier with 13 rounds in Chandigarh
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Shocking Daylight Murder of Pharmacy Employee in Chandigarh Captured on CCTV
Chandigarh, June 13: A pharmacy employee was brutally shot dead in broad daylight on Saturday at a pharmacy located near PGIMER in the upscale Sector 11 market of Chandigarh. According to police reports, the cashier at Shri Kumar Medical Hall was shot at close range. After the attack, the assailants fled the scene on a ... Read more Shocking Daylight Murder of Pharmacy Employee in Chandigarh Captured on CCTV
Automatic Weapons, 13 Bullets: Daring Chandigarh Murder Caught On Camera
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FSSAI Hosts Interactive Conference with Food Business Operators in Shimla
New Delhi, June 13: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) held an interactive conference with food business operators in Shimla on June 9. This initiative aims to strengthen stakeholder participation and ensure better compliance with food safety regulations. The session included food manufacturers, processors, traders, and startups from Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, and ... Read more FSSAI Hosts Interactive Conference with Food Business Operators in Shimla
1st ODI: Series Against Afghanistan Crucial For World Cup Rhythm, Says Prasidh Krishna
ODI World Cup: India pacer Prasidh Krishna said the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan will help the team get into the right rhythm ahead of the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup, to be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. India are due to play the first ODI against Afghanistan at the HPCA Stadium, where toss has been delayed due to heavy rain. These matches help us find the right combinations and build the right rhythm going into the World Cup. We also get to learn whats working, what can improve, and what we can take forward into the tournament, Prasidh told the host broadcasters on the sidelines of the rain delay. Reflecting on his recent Test outing in New Chandigarh, including picking 3-37, Prasidh said the focus has been on hitting fuller lengths. Weve been working on that length for quite some time now, and its really pleasing for me to see it come off in game time as well. The idea is to bowl a little fuller and hit that uncomfortable length where batsmen find it difficult to make decisions. On the transition back to whiteball cricket, Prasidh said the key lies in adapting to formats. The changes are mainly about the approach and mindset. Weve played T20s, then a oneoff Test, and now we go back to whiteball cricket. As I said before the Test, its about adapting to the situation, the format, and the demands of the game. For me, its about trying to keep things tight, block the runs, and make it harder for the batsmen. Its very important. As a group, weve been playing this format together for a while now, so we understand each others roles well. On the transition back to whiteball cricket, Prasidh said the key lies in adapting to formats. The changes are mainly about the approach and mindset. Weve played T20s, then a oneoff Test, and now we go back to whiteball cricket. As I said before the Test, its about adapting to the situation, the format, and the demands of the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Honestly, nothing really changes. Weve all been playing together for quite some time, so there isnt a strong sense of seniority. We all learn from each other and support each other - thats the best way to move forward as a team. Article Source: IANS
The Story of Manav Suthar: India's New Spin Star Who Turned a Dream Debut Into a County Deal
India recently defeated Afghanistan in a one-off Test in New Chandigarh by an innings and 300 runs registering their biggest win in Test cricket. In reply to Indias mammoth total of 564-8, the visitors were bundled out for 152 in their first outing and the debutant Manav Suthar ended with figures of 6 for 33 and a total of 7 wickets in the Test. He had received India Test cap No. 319 from veteran Kuldeep Yadav, another spinner. His performance with the ball was so impactful that his brisk 28 off 41 balls, including two magnificent sixes, remained unnoticed. He recorded many new feats: *His 6-33 are the third-best figures for an Indian bowler on a Test debut. Only Narendra Hirwani (who took eight wickets in both innings, against West Indies in 1988) has returned better figures on Test debut for India. *Only 9th Indian debutant to win a Player-of-the-Match award and only the third to record the feat for bowling (RP Singh against Pakistan in 2006 and R Ashwin against West Indies in 2011). *Only the fourth player (others: Albert Trott in 1895, Alex Kennedy in 1922, and Joel Garner in 1977) to score 25 or more, claim five or more wickets and to take at least three catches on Test debut (Suthar: 28 runs, 3 catches across both innings and seven wickets) in the game. * Fifers on Test debut for India : 1932 - Mohd Nissar v ENG, 1961 - Vaman Kumar v PAK, 1967 - S Abid Ali v AUS, 1979 - Dilip Doshi v AUS, 1988 - Narendra Hirwani v WI, 2008 - Amit Mishra v AUS, 2011 - Ravi Ashwin v WI, 2013 - Mohd Shami v WI, 2021 - Axar Patel v ENG, 2026 - Manav Suthar v AFG. *In his first over in Test cricket, he claimed his first wicket. He dismissed Abdul Malik off just his fourth ball in Test cricket, caught by Mohammed Siraj, only the eighth Indian to pick a wicket in his first over in Tests. Others in the list: Montu Banerjee 1948 against West Indies, Manohar Hardikar 1958 vs West Indies, Vaman Kumar 1961 vs Pakistan, Chetan Sharma 1984 vs Pakistan, WV Raman 1988 vs West Indies, Nilesh Kulkarni 1997 vs Sri Lanka, Tinu Yohannan 2001 vs England. * Before him, the only Rajasthan player (in first class cricket) to claim a 5w haul in Test cricket for India was Salim Durrani. Vinoo Mankad claimed all his 5w hauls prior to playing for Rajasthan. Who is this Manav Suthar? He is 23, born in Rajasthan's Ganganagar, and is already being touted as a red-ball specialist as a classical left-arm-spin bowler. His name has been in the news since a breakout 2022-23 Ranji Trophy season where he recorded 39 wickets in six matches for Rajasthan. Since then, Suthar is moving up by playing for India Emerging and India A in addition to other domestic tournaments. Made his Duleep Trophy debut in 2024 and claimed 7 for 49 on a flat Anantapur pitch. During the Ranji 2025-26 season, he claimed a match-winning 8 for 42 against Chhattisgarh. So far, he has claimed 136 first-class wickets. In the IPL, he plays for the Gujarat Titans; after spending two years as a net bowler for them he was used for only 5 matches in three seasons and was not much successful as he claimed only two wickets. Luckily, while selecting the Test side, Ajit Agarkar & Co. looked at his red ball performances. Incidentally, Jagdish Suthar, his father, got him registered in a coaching centre to be developed as a batsman. Within 48 hours, coach Dheeraj Sharma shattered his dream with the message that Sir, this fellow is made to be a spinner. Dont stop him. He is now high on the ladder of India's next-in-line spinners. When I hadn't started playing, I wanted to be like Yuvraj Singh. Even now, he's my all-time favourite, but as a bowler, I love Ashwin Bhaiyya, Manav says. He not only idolises R Ashwin but closely studies his variations and his use of the crease as 'For me, it's like he's the perfect idol.' He was at the 2023 World Cup camp also and troubled even Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. He impressed selectors with his consistent performances for India A, particularly his five-wicket haul against Australia A, a few months back in a four-day match in Lucknow. He recorded figures of 28-4-93-5 on Day 1 to put India A on top. As he looks back on his rise, there's only gratitude towards his father and his coaches. He surprised his father, a physical education instructor, and gifted him a car from his IPL earnings. The support from my father has been incredible, he says. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Just days after his match-winning performance against Afghanistan, he has been roped in by Warwickshire to feature in the next two rounds of the ongoing County Championship season.
Police Arrest Two Gangsters with Firearms in Bathinda
Chandigarh, June 13: The Punjab police are actively combating arms and drug trafficking in the state. Recently, they arrested two suspects in Bathinda, seizing weapons from their possession. Punjabs Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav shared the news on social media, stating, The Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) has apprehended two individuals in Bathinda. They ... Read more Police Arrest Two Gangsters with Firearms in Bathinda
Chandigarh University not only provides quality education but also instills a spirit of patriotism, says Deepinder Sandhu
Punjab Polices Youth Saanjh Initiative Counsels 1,200 Young People Successfully: Gurpreet Dev
Chandigarh, June 13: The Punjab Polices special DGP, Gurpreet Dev, announced that the Youth Saanjh program has emerged as an effective social reform model in the state. He stated that the initiative has reached approximately 1,500 youths who were heading in the wrong direction for various reasons. Launched in 2023, the primary aim of this ... Read more Punjab Polices Youth Saanjh Initiative Counsels 1,200 Young People Successfully: Gurpreet Dev
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Centre Transfers IFS Officer from Jammu Kashmir to Chandigarh
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Chandigarh, June 12: Haryanas Industry Minister Rao Narbir Singh announced on Friday that Gurugram is expected to see significant relief from waterlogging during the monsoon season. This comes after corrective measures were implemented at all 158 identified flood-prone locations from last year. Speaking at the foundation stone-laying ceremony for development projects worth 16 crore in ... Read more Haryana Minister Promises Relief from Waterlogging in Gurugram
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SAD neta on NRI outreach trip denied entry in Canada; former MLA Brakandi blames AAP govt
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