You can plug a hole or two, but if majority does badly, it's difficult: Dhoni
A dejected Mahendra Singh Dhoni lamented Chennai Super Kings' struggles in the IPL, citing the simultaneous slump in form of multiple key players. Following a defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad, further jeopardizing CSK's playoff chances, Dhoni acknowledged the difficulty of achieving desired results with widespread underperformance.
IPL 2025: CSK Will Work Very Hard On Every Game To Find Answers For Next Year, Says Fleming
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings are having their worst IPL season as they suffered their seventh defeat in nine matches to stick to the bottom of the points table. CSK lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad by five wickets in Chennai and suffered their fourth consecutive defeat at home. CSK head coach Stephen Fleming feels that the side needs to work hard on their remaining fixtures to get things right for the next season. Invited to bat first, debutant Dewald Brevis and Ayush Mhatre scored 42 and 30 respectively to take the side to 154 before being bowled out with one ball remaining in the innings. Harshal Patel returned with figures of 4-28 while Jaydev Unadkat and Pat Cummins clinched two scalps apiece. I'm a believer that the game hasn't evolved that much. So just trying to be smart and trying to be positive and give evidence that percentages still work. But all around there is a bit of chaos, isn't there, with teams playing well (by targeting boundaries and playing high-risk shots). And I think I said it in a grumpy interview a few weeks ago that we'll see towards the end of the tournament which team will come through, Fleming said. And it's an intriguing watch to see settled sides and teams with younger sort of flair battling it out and watching the cream rise. And I will watch with interest to see towards the end what the highest run-scorers are and what teams are doing well, because that's part of the reflection as you move forward. We've tried to bolt things on all the time. I thought Brevis was excellent today (making 42 off 25). Mhatre has been refreshing. We've given guys opportunities and that's something that often doesn't come along in an IPL. You don't want it to come along. It's an unwanted bonus. So we'll work very hard on every game to try and find some more answers for next year, he added. Reflecting on their auction strategy, Fleming backed his squad to have enough arsenal to give a fight in the tournament. It is also not perfect science. The auction is a very fluid beast. It's like buying (for) 25 hours and see it come away at the end of it mentally and sometimes physically exhausted. And to be fair, I still think we have got a good squad. We are not far away, Fleming said. A couple of key injuries, just a bit of a lack of form. And we have just struggled really to nail a gameplan. We've chopped and changed too much. I think it was trying to look for something that perhaps we felt wasn't there. So yeah, there is a lot of responsibility and soul-searching and it certainly starts with me at the top, 100%. It is also not perfect science. The auction is a very fluid beast. It's like buying (for) 25 hours and see it come away at the end of it mentally and sometimes physically exhausted. And to be fair, I still think we have got a good squad. We are not far away, Fleming said. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Actor Ajith Kumar turns up at Chepauk to watch CSK Vs SRH match with family
Chennai: Fans who had gathered at the Chepauk stadium here for the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Sun Risers Hyderabad (SRH) on Friday night were in for a pleasant surprise as Tamil star Ajith Kumar turned up to watch the match along with his family. Loud cheers 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 .
High-speed internet for families at Rs 200 per month soon: Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan
CHENNAI: I-T Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan said the Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT) will roll out the distribution of free laptops (or tablets) to 10 lakh college students. The scheme was announced by Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu during the budget. He said the state will distribute laptops or tablets to 20 lakh students over the next two years and allocated Rs 2,000 crore for 2025-26. Rajan said in the Assembly on Friday that his ministry aims to complete its ambitious optical fibre project by the end of this year. The project, led by Tamil Nadu FibreNet Corporation Limited, involves laying 57,500 km of optical fibre to connect 12,525 villages with 1 Gbps bandwidth. The minister said he expected high-speed internet, offering speeds of up to 100 Mbps at Rs 200 per month, to be available to households soon. Rajan announced measures to gradually integrate e-Services with WhatsApp. The initiative is expected to provide easy access to over 260 government services via the messaging app. In its first phase, 50 services will be available, including utility bill payments. A new e-KYC platform will be rolled out to streamline beneficiary identification processes for Aadhaar-linked welfare schemes. Referring to his remarks made earlier this week about lesser fund allocation for his department, Rajan clarified on Friday that it was not a new concern that he raised. He pointed out that the department has been receiving similar levels of funding over the past 12 years, and even when he served as finance minister in the present government.
'CSK got it wrong at the IPL auction': Fleming breaks silence
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming has taken responsibility for the team's poor performance in the IPL 2025, admitting unsuccessful auction outcomes and urging players to improve. Highlighting injuries, form issues, and an unsettled strategy as key factors, Fleming acknowledged CSK's struggles after a five-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
15 per cent drop in road fatalities in first three months of 2025: TN police
CHENNAI: Police on Friday said the state has recorded the lowest number of fatalities in road accidents in the last decade with a 15% drop in the first three months of 2025 when compared to the same period last year. A release said that in the first three months of 2025, police recorded 4,136 fatalities against 4,864 reported in the same period last year. This was owing to key measures such as 24x7 highway patrol for faster emergency response, engineering improvements such as safer U-turns, signage and stricter enforcement. Strict enforcement had resulted in 38.4 lakh traffic violations being booked which included 62,523 for speeding, 83,783 for signal jumping, 1.13 lakh for mobile phone use while driving, 59,084 for drink-driving, 16.56 lakh for not wearing helmet and 1.48 lakh for not wearing seat belt. Police had also recommended suspension of 1.1 lakh licences out of which 27,000 were effected. The release said 2,551 accident victims had been rescued within the golden hour and 9,156 awareness programmes had reached 5.71 lakh people. Road safety programmes were conducted in schools, colleges, bus stands and other public venues which included on-site education at high-risk areas, pamphlet distribution and targeted campaigns for commercial drivers.
Officials of three universities say they decided to opt out themselves from the annual conference
CHENNAI/COIMBATORE/TIRUCHY: While Governor RN Ravi on Friday alleged that the V-Cs and the top brass of the state universities were threatened by the government to not attend the annual conference he convened in Ooty, officials from at least three universities said they decided to opt out themselves, considering the prevailing situation. Officials of most other universities could not be reached for a comment. A senior official in one of the universities said they check with Higher Education department for permission every year when Raj Bhavan sends invitation for the V-Cs conference. This time after seeing the governments take and the recent turn of events, many of us didnt even bother to approach the department, he said. An official from another university said they were concerned that seeking permission from the department, as done every year, would be seen negatively by the government. It is the state that does funding and now they appoint the V-Cs as well. So why go against them, said the official. Bharathidasan University officials also skipped the conference. Insiders said members of the conveners committee, which is now managing the affairs in the absence of a V-C, and senior officials had preferred to remain neutral in the ongoing power tussle between the government and the Raj Bhavan. V-C appears for inquiry Ravi also said one V-C was at a police station when the conference was under way. This might have been a reference to Periyar University V-C R Jagannathan, who appeared before Salem police for an inquiry regarding cases against him for alleged misappropriation of university funds and for allegedly using a casteist slur against an employee. He was arrested in December 2023 but later granted bail. On Friday, he appeared before Assistant Commissioner of Police K Ramali Ramalakshmi and the inquiry began at 11am and went on for six hours, sources said. Governor Ravi vindicating constitutional oath by holding V-C conference: V-P Jagdeep Dhankhar
MS Dhoni finally loses cool after CSK loss, says 'you can't just keep ... '
Mahendra Singh Dhoni expressed disappointment as Chennai Super Kings suffered a five-wicket defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad, further diminishing their IPL 2025 play-off hopes. Dhoni felt that their score of 154 was inadequate on the Chepauk pitch, and the team's overall performance lacked cohesion. CSK, meanwhile, sit at the bottom with just two wins from nine games and only four points to show.
After RCB, DC, CSK suffer another low at Chepauk against SRH
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, marking their first-ever win at the venue in IPL history and keeping their playoff hopes alive. CSK, on the other hand, suffered their joint-highest number of home defeats in a single season, dimming their chances of reaching the top four.
Why blame government if vice chancellors shun meet: Minister Govi Chezhiaan
CHENNAI: Countering Governor RN Ravis allegation that the vice chancellors of universities were threatened by Chief Minister MK Stalin, Higher Education Minister Govi Chezhiaan said intimidation politics is part of BJPs DNA. Earlier, Ravi alleged that the chief minister used the police to threaten the vice chancellors to prevent them from attending the conference he convened in Ooty. Chezhiaan said, The V-Cs took part in the conference organised by Ravi in the past. But this time, they did not participate. Why? Its a no-brainer. In the light of the Supreme Court verdict, the V-Cs boycotted the conference. How can the state government be responsible for that? The minister contended that the V-Cs know about the Supreme Court verdict but only the governor, despite knowing everything, is doing politics because of his adamancy. Following the Supreme Court verdict, the governor unlawfully convened a vice chancellors conference. The vice chancellors did not attend, as they believed it would be unlawful to do so, Chezhiaan said. If the governor organised the conference without respecting the law, is it necessary for the V-Cs to do the same, he asked. Recalling Prime Minister Narendra Modis earlier stance from the Madan Mohan Punchhi Commission report when he was the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Chezhiaan said, According to the report, Modi opposed appointing politicians as governors. But after becoming Prime Minister, he has been using governors to trouble states ruled by opposition parties. Meanwhile, DMK Rajya Sabha member and senior advocate P Wilson took to X platform to condemn Ravi for his remarks. Wilson posted, I condemn these false and irresponsible statements made by Governor RN Ravi who is proving to be incorrigible. How can a governor make such baseless allegations against his own government? Wilson said making false statements likely to cause subversive actions against the state government is a serious crime, and added that the governor must not abuse the immunity granted to him under Article 361(2). Alleging that Ravis intention was to poison universities with a particular ideology, Wilson said, We will not allow anybody to politicise education or peddle pseudoscience and irrational ideologies.
Farmers demand action as release of untreated waste continues despite SC order
VELLORE: Farmers have urged the district administration to take stringent action to curb industrial pollution, especially the unchecked discharge of effluents from leather units in Vellore into the Palar River - a practice the Supreme Court recently slammed as a gross violation of environmental norms. At the monthly grievance redressal meeting chaired by Collector VR Subbulaxmi here on Friday, farmers alleged that the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) had failed to enforce the courts directives. The court, in its January 30 verdict, had directed the state government to curb pollution and compensate affected communities. Despite the ruling, untreated effluents continue to flow into rivers in Gudiyatham and Pernampattu, turning the water yellow and affecting agriculture, farmers said. Compensation is only being paid to those in the Palar basin. Farmers elsewhere are equally affected and deserve compensation, they added. Illegal sand mining in Palar River was another issue raised during the meet. Farmers accused local officials of ignoring repeated complaints and called for strong measures to prevent sand theft. Additionally, farmers highlighted the long-pending issue of unpaid compensation for land acquired in 2017 for the Chennai-Bengaluru Expressway project in Melpadi Panchayat. They also called for a permanent solution to prevent accumulation of garbage at farmers' markets. In response, the collector directed officials from the departments concerned to take immediate action.
Kavya Maran's explosive reaction after Dhoni's genius tactic
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets, keeping their playoff hopes alive while virtually knocking CSK out of the tournament. SRH chased down CSK's 154-run target in 18.4 overs, marking their first-ever win at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. With the victory, SRH leapfrogged Rajasthan Royals to move into seventh place on the points table. Meanwhile, CSK, with just two wins from nine matches, are all but out of the tournament.
Tamil Nadu Governor accuses DMK govt of blocking V-Cs from conference, likens action to Emergency
NILGIRIS/CHENNAI: Governor R N Ravi on Friday alleged that Chief Minister M K Stalin used police to deter Vice-Chancellors of state universities from participating in the pre-scheduled conference convened by him at the Ooty Raj Bhavan and claimed that the action was reminiscent of the Emergency days. When telephonic threats from Higher Education Minister (Govi Chezhiaan) to the V-Cs not to take part in the conference did not work, the CM used police, Ravi alleged, evoking a sharp rebuke from Chezhiaan. The minister said the governor intentionally played politics despite the Supreme Court ruling in favour of the state government on the 10 bills re-adopted by the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Aware of the Supreme Court verdict, the V-Cs boycotted the conference. How is the state government responsible for this, asked Chezhiaan. Speaking at the conference, Ravi said, Unfortunately, state universities are not participating in this conference. Because they have informed me, even in writing, that they have been warned by the state government not to participate. As of now, one of our V-Cs is in a police station. Others who reached Udhagamandalam received midnight knocks on their hotel rooms by the secret polices special branch. Gross abuse of cops, is TN a police state? They were threatened by the police with dire consequences to their life and that they would not be allowed to go home if they attended the conference. I advised them to take care of their families, and not to jeopardise their interests. I wish good sense prevails, because, essentially, this conference is meant to improve the quality (of education). There is no politics involved. It has been showing results, Ravi said. Incidentally, the Salem city police held an inquiry with Periyar University Vice-Chancellor R Jagannathan on Friday regarding the cases registered against him. Later in the day, in a post on his social media handle X, Ravi said, Such a gross abuse of Police! Is it a police state? Dont V-Cs have academic freedom to attend an academic conference within the state? Or is CM Stalin afraid of consequences of rise in standards of state universities which largely cater to Dalit and poor students, and any quality improvement will make them aspirational and inspirational that could be a threat to his political future? The way Hon'ble CM Thiru. Stalin used police to deter the Vice-Chancellors of state universities from participating in the prescheduled conference today is reminiscent of the Emergency days. When telephonic threats from Minister Higher Education to the VCs not to participate in RAJ BHAVAN, TAMIL NADU (@rajbhavan_tn) April 25, 2025 Speaking at the conference, Ravi alleged that state universities were not even communicating with each other and were all working in silos run by the secretariat. Deemed universities and autonomous institutions are excellent and get top 10 ranks in the NIRF ranking, but not a single state university had achieved a top ranking in NIRF. Our Madras University, which was once as a premier university in the country and ranked among top five, is nowhere in the reckoning today. Ravi also said, Students from poor and marginalised communities often cannot afford private institutions and join government institutions, which, unfortunately, suffer from lack of quality education. More than 34 V-Cs, registrars, deans, and officials from various public and private universities took part in the conference inaugurated by Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar. Among the state universities, two directors of Salem Periyar University and a dean from Alagappa University took part. 304 protesters held Police arrested 304 individuals from various movements for holding protests in various places to condemn the Tamil Nadu governor for holding the conference. Students body urges V-Cs to boycott Governor RN Ravi's conference in Ooty
71st pontiff of Kanchi Math to be anointed on April 30
CHENNAI: Sri Duddu Satya Venkata Surya Subrahmanya Ganesha Sharma Dravid (24) will be anointed the 71st pontiff of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam in Kancheepuram on Akshaya Tritiya Day (April 30). Peetathipathi of Kanchi Math, Sri Shankara Vijayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya Swamigal will give Sanyasa Deeksha to Dravid, a Rig Vedic scholar, a Math announcement said. The sacred event coincides with the 2534th Jayanthi Mahotsavam (May 2) of Jagadguru Adi Shankaracharya, who established the Kanchi Math in 482 BCE. Sources said Dravid has been studying Shastras in Kancheepuram under the direct supervision of Sri Vijayendra Saraswathi Swamigal for the past year. The preliminary Vedic rituals for the anointment have already begun in his native place in Andhra Pradesh, as well as Kancheepuram. On April 30, anointment rituals will start from 6 am. Dravid was born in Tuni, Andhra Pradesh in 2001 to Brahmashri Duddu Srinivasa Surya Subrahmanya Dhanvantari and Alivelu Mangadevi. One of the Vedic students in Kachi Math told TNIE that Dravid has mastered three of the four Vedas Rig, Yajur and Sama and has been honoured with the title Salakshana Ganapati. Dravid served as Rig Veda teacher at Sri Gnana Saraswathi Devasthanam in Telangana. Kanchi Math Manager Sundaresa Iyer called on Collector Kalaiselvi Mohan and invited her to the ceremony. According to the Kachi Math, Sri Adi Sankara settled down at Kanchi, established the Math and founded a lineage of successors.
Good Bad Ugly BO day 16: The film mints Rs 147.15 crores
Ajith Kumar's action film 'Good Bad Ugly' continues its box office success, earning Rs 147.15 crore in India after 16 days. Despite a drop in the third week, the film has performed well, particularly in Tamil Nadu. The film recorded 20.05% occupancy on its 16th day, with Chennai leading regional occupancy at 26.25%.
Lack of shade, toilet at Pudukkottai bus stand hassle commuters
PUDUKKOTTAI: Commuters at the temporary bus stand in Pudukottai are reeling under extreme heat, inadequate facilities, and poor infrastructure, with Friday's rain only worsening the situation. The temporary bus stand, set up behind the state transport depot, serve as a stopgap facility after demolition of the old terminal in January. The bus stand has become a daily challenge for thousands of commuters. A total of Rs 19 crore has been allocated for the construction of a new bus stand which is still in its early phases. Meanwhile, the stop-gap arrangement leased for Rs 6 lakh over two years, has come under fire from passengers and activists alike for its poor planning and execution. On Thursday, frustrated commuters along with a VCK functionary staged a brief protest inside the temporary stand, demanding immediate action. There's no place to sit, no shade from the heat, and the toilets are closed. To get relief from the heat, we take shelter under the shade of shops but the shopkeepers chase us if we stand there for too long. Sudden rainfall here has filled up all the potholes said S Karupusamy, a commuter from Chennai. Women and elderly passengers say the situation is particularly humiliating, with open defecation becoming common near the premises due to inaccessible toilets. V Rani a passenger, said I bought two water bottles for Rs 40 for my father just to clean the place for him to defecate in open space. All restrooms were locked, Adding to their woes, the temporary site lacks proper road surfacing. Unlaid stretches filled with potholes pose danger to both pedestrians and vehicles. It's hard to even maneuver the bus. The potholes damage the vehicle and make driving risky, especially during rain, said a TNSTC driver. Calling the condition of the facility unacceptable, R Tamilsevan VCK district secretary, who visited the site, said, Where is properly laid roads inside the bus stand? Without making all basic arrangements, how can they even start demolition works for new bus stand. People have to walk in the potholes to walk to board in bus. He also demanded 20 mobile toilets for men and women, clean drinking water, and shaded waiting areas at the temporary bus stand. A senior corporation official assured TNIE that all necessary work will be carried out in the coming week while he did not comment on why previously these arrangements were not made.
Earlier, music composer Anirudh Ravichander had also postponed the ticket sales for his Hukum Tour in Bengaluru, citing the current national situation and the tragic events in Pahalgam.
Who won yesterday's IPL match, CSK vs SRH: Yesterday IPL match result
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets at Chepauk, marking their first-ever win at the venue. Harshal Patel's impressive 4 for 28 restricted CSK to 154, a target SRH chased down in 18.4 overs, led by Ishan Kishan's 44 and a crucial unbroken partnership between Kamindu Mendis and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
A peek inside pistachio shells
PisThe green-looking, woody-tasting buttery little nut we call pistachio has long been a pantry favourite. In recent years, it has even found fame in modern cuisine. From creamy pistachio spreads to pistachio-stuffed Dubai Chocolate, the glow-up is real! Its subtle sweetness, rich texture and vibrant colour make it a favourite among chefs and snackers alike, proving that pistachio is no longer a sidekick, but the main character. The history Pistachio traces its roots back to the Middle East, where they were cultivated for over 9,000 years. Native to Iran and Afghanistan, they were once synonymous with royalty. They were later introduced to the Mediterranean by traders, gradually making their way through new routes to the West. Notably, the earliest archaeological evidence of pistachio consumption dates to the Bronze Age in Central Asia, with the significant site being Djarkutan (modern Uzbekistan). Today, pistachio is grown globally from California to Turkey and is now trending, almost everywhere. The nutty truth Pistachios arent just delicious, they are also packed with powerful nutrients. Rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber, it supports heart health and aids digestion. Its low glycemic index and high antioxidant content, including vitamin B6 and lutein, make it great for managing blood sugar and promoting skin and eye health. Despite being calorie-dense, it can support weight management. Whether sprinkled on salads, blended into spreads, or eaten straight from the shell, pistachio offers a tasty, health-boosting crunch in every bite. Representational Image Diabetes blocker? A recent study led by Dr V Mohan at the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation in Chennai found that eating 30g of pistachios before breakfast and dinner (a total of 60g per day) for 12 weeks helped improve blood sugar control levels and heart health in Indian adults with prediabetes. Green signal Pistachios are green because they contain chlorophyll, the natural pigment that gives plants their green colour. As the kernel matures, it retains the pigment, especially varieties that are harvested early. The green colour is also said to be a sign of freshness and quality. Next time you munch on pistachios, know that you are savouring natures sign of freshness. New power couple Move over rom-com duos. The real chemistry is between silky chocolate and rich, green pistachios. This match is made in dessert heaven and is already trending on your social media feeds, triggering cravings. Dubai Chocolate, especially the kunafa chocolate bar, gained internet fame due to its fusion of traditional Middle Eastern flavours with the new-kind confectionery techniques. This bar, featuring pistachio cream, chocolate and kunafa (shredded phyllo dough) gained instant popularity through social media, leading to a global trend, which reportedly led to a global pistachio shortage. Now, dont go looking up pista shortage on the internet. Its all sorted, apparently. Legal battle In January this year, a German court ruled in favour of the UAE-based Fix Dessert Chocolatier, the original creator of the viral Dubai Chocolate, in a case against a Turkish confectioner, marketing a similar product under the same name. Representational Image Making and production In 2022, the US emerged as the worlds largest pistachio producer with nearly 4,00,070 metric tonnes, majorly from California, followed by Iran (2,41,669 metric tonnes) and Turkey (2,39,289 metric tonnes). The trio contributed roughly 88 per cent of the global output.In India, pistachio is cultivated mostly in Jammu & Kashmir region, Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan. The smiling nut Yes, pistachio is nicknamed the smiling nut. Well, that comes from the natural split in its shell that occurs as it ripens on the tree. The slight, sometimes a little-wide split creates an appearance that resembles a smile. This is also a sign that the pistachio is ready for harvest. Close cousins Interestingly, pistachio is a cousin to several other nuts and plants. It belongs to the Anacardiaceae family aka the cashew family, which makes cashew nut and pistachio cousins the best ones together for the best reasons. By the way, even mangoes, which belong to the same family, share a close kinship with pistachio. Long live pista trees! A pistachio tree may live up to 300 years. Planted in orchards, these trees take 7 to 10 years to reach significant production. Their biological characteristics like adaptation to their native environment and slow and steady development contribute to their capacity to live long. Pricey fellow The slow production timeline, where trees take many years to mature and yield significantly, coupled with high cultivation costs and growing requirements like water usage and labour-intensive processes, contributes to pistachio being a costly nut in the market. * Instead of growing alone, pistachio grows in bunches, like grapes on a vine * In ancient times, pistachios were considered an elite delicacy, only eaten by royalty and the wealthy * Pistachios can be flammable. When stored improperly in large quantities, these can spontaneously combust due to their high-fat content and low water content * Pistachio trees require a specific amount of chill hours to flower and produce nuts. So no cold equals no nuts * Pistachios are seeds, to be precise the seed of a drupe (similar to peach and cherry), however, when speaking in culinary terms, they are called nuts. Pista-licious nuggets Recipes Pista Barfi Pista Barfi Ingredients cup almonds cup pistachios 1 cup sugar cup water 2 tbsp milk powder 1 tsp ghee tsp cardamom powder 2 tbsp Almonds & pistachios, chopped Method of preparation Firstly blend soaked and peeled almonds with pistachios into a fine powder and keep aside. Prepare a sugar syrup by mixing 1 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water and bring to a string like consistency. To this add the almond pista powder and milk powder Mix continuously till it forms a thick paste Once the mixture begins to boil, add in the ghee and cardamom powder Transfer this mixture into a greased tray and top up with some chopped almonds and pistachios Once cooled completely, cut into pieces and serve! Viral Dubai Chocolate Bar Viral Dubai Chocolate Bar Ingredients 450g milk chocolate, melted 1/2 cup pistachio cream 1 tablespoon tahini 1 1/2 cups kataifi pastry (shredded phyllo dough) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/8 teaspoon salt Method of preparation In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the kataifi pastry and toast until golden brown and crispy. Let it cool. In a bowl, mix the pistachio cream, tahini, and salt. Fold in the toasted kataifi until well combined Pour a layer of melted chocolate into a mold or lined tray. Let it set slightly, then add the pistachio-kataifi mixture on top. Cover with another layer of melted chocolate, ensuring the filling is sealed. Refrigerate the assembled bars until fully set, about 12 hours. Once set, remove from the mold or tray, slice, and enjoy your homemade Dubai Chocolate bar Pistachio-crusted paneer bites Pistachio-Crusted Paneer Bites Ingredients 200g paneer, cut into bite-sized cubes 1/2 cup shelled pistachios 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1 tsp cumin powder 1/2 tsp red chilli flakes Salt to taste 2 tbsp thick curd or yogurt 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tbsp oil (for shallow-frying) Method of preparation Pulse the shelled pistachios, breadcrumbs, cumin powder, chilli flakes, and salt in a blender until you get a coarse, crumb-like mixture. In a separate bowl, mix the yogurt and lemon juice, then add the paneer cubes and toss until theyre evenly coated. Let them marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavours. Once marinated, roll each paneer cube in the pistachio mixture, pressing lightly so the crust sticks firmly. Heat oil in a non-stick pan and place the coated paneer cubes in it, cooking on medium heat. Fry them on all sides until theyre crisp and golden brown. Serve hot with mint chutney or your favourite dip. Pista Phirni Pista Phirni (Creamy Pistachio Rice Pudding) Ingredients 1/4 cup basmati rice 1 litre full-cream milk 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste) 1/3 cup shelled pistachios (soaked and chopped) 45 green cardamom pods, crushed A few saffron strands (optional) 1 tbsp rose water (optional) Method of preparation Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes, then drain and grind it into a coarse paste using a little water. In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the milk to a gentle boil. Lower the flame and slowly stir in the rice paste, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook this mixture on low heat for about 1520 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the consistency becomes thick and creamy. Add the sugar, cardamom, saffron strands, and chopped pistachios, stirring well to combine. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes, then add rose water and turn off the heat. Allow it to cool slightly before pouring into individual clay bowls or ramekins. Garnish with a few crushed pistachios on top and chill for a couple of hours before serving.
Rage, grief, understanding: The people's reactions to Pahalgam terror attack
K V Madhusudhanan K V Madhusudhanan, former IG of CRPF and head of SPGs Close Protection Team The dastardly attack is nothing short of a ruthless aggression on the collective soul of the nation. As an Indian, it is difficult to forget and forgive. Contrast the vulgarity of selectively killing people based on religion with the words of Aarathi, who witnessed her father N Ramachandran being shot dead. She praised the care she received from the Kashmiri Muslims. This shows the ulterior motive of communal divide will not work. As a person knowing geopolitical situation of the area, I understand the compulsions of short-sighted political and military leaders of Pakistan. Their economy is in doldrums, and there are internal dissensions. Public attention can be diverted only by stoking the fire of an anti-India campaign. The recent statement of the Pak army chief sounded like that of fundamentalist mulla, so unbecoming of a soldier. The ever-improving status of India in the global platform has been worrying Pakistan. So waging a low-cost war ie sponsorship of terrorism is seen as a better option by the deep state of Pakistan. Diplomatic, military and political management of the emerging situation is needed for a lasting solution. Joel Jolly Mathews Joel Jolly Mathews, college student, Thiruvananthapuram I am not just angry; I am seething. Pakistan is a terror factory. For decades, they have played the same dirty game. Enough! Its time for an iron strategy with teeth, not diplomacy with dimples. Keep poking the lion, and restraint becomes resolve. There should be consequences a retaliation that hurts. We will talk of cross-cultural ties once cross-border terror ends. Every inch of Kashmir should be under the Tricolour I am willing to bleed for it. Vishnu G Vishnu G, businessman, Kochi The attack was a clear attempt to throw Kashmir back into chaos. The place was just picking up after a series of reforms. Indias response has been fierce, especially the decision to put the Indus treaty on abeyance. Unlike before, India has the political will and the global backing. We have always stood for peace, but that should not be mistaken for being meek. Also, I believe some security lapses compounded the situation. Those need to be ironed out as well. Indu K G Indu K G, teacher, Thiruvananthapuram The picture of the wife of Navy officer Vinay Narwal is not letting me sleep. One suddenly feels something like this can happen anywhere, even in Kerala. Survivors say the attackers asked them to recite the Kalima and asked about their religion before shooting. This clearly looks like an attempt to create a conflict between Hindus and Muslims in our country. This did not start yesterday. It has been going on since Partition. Yet, Indians have always been generous and forgiving. But if this keeps happening ordinary people like me feel that a strong reply should be given. Fear should be wiped out. Lakshmi Sreekumar Lakshmi Sreekumar, HR consultant and social worker, Kochi The grief and anger are intense. We lost a brother (N Ramachandran) here in Kochi. It feels personal. If this was an October-7-Hamas-style attack, we want an Israel-type action. People trust the Modi government to give an unforgettable reply to the enemies of India as well as traitors within. The opposition should back the government, not play appeasement politics. Syed Bashaar Syed Bashaar, comedian, Hyderabad None of us sitting in comfort can even remotely process the horrors of those victims and survivors. The fear and rage we feel can only be but a fraction of whats deserving of this tragedy. But I have to say that we would be playing right into their hands if we let our attitude towards civilians change. If they killed innocents and we kill more innocents in response, we become the henchmen of our enemies. It is also upsetting to see people directing hate comments towards Muslim children, using swear words and saying they are time bombs. Naveen Kumar Pivhal Naveen Kumar Pivhal, screenplay writer, Hyderabad It breaks my heart and boils my blood. This isnt just about Kashmir. Its about the soul of this country being attacked again and again. I am angry, I am frustrated, and I am done pretending that peace can come without accountability. This isnt a conflict anymore its cold-blooded violence, and it needs to be called out. My attitude has definitely changed. I have always believed in cultural exchange, dialogue, and hope for peace but attacks like this shake that belief. Right now, I feel we need to prioritise security over cross-border friendships. Charu Chellani Charu Chellani, PR personnel, Delhi The incident has left me shaken. I had just visited Kashmir to celebrate my birthday with my parents, and was in Pahalgam just three days before the tragedy. Throughout our trip, we felt safe and warmly welcomed. Tourism remains an important lifeline for Kashmirs local families. I firmly believe Kashmiris played no part in this violence. This attack has not only struck at humanity and peace but also deeply impacted the regions beauty and fragile economy. Justice must be served for the victims. Avishek Chanda Avishek Chanda, PhD scholar, Delhi The selective targeting of the tourists is deliberately provocative. This is a moment that demands national unity. Pakistans military-jihadi complex undertakes such misadventures periodically for the fulfillment of its political agenda. There must be deterrence against such actions. However, this incident will not change my relationship with Kashmiris. There have been some instances of intimidation against some Kashmiri students. That is exactly what the terrorists want alienate Kashmir from the rest of India. We must not fall into their trap. Rishi Raja Rishi Raja, engineering graduate, Chennai I have been to Kashmir to Pahalgam. The terrorists are trying to create a divide between Hindus and Muslims in India by targeting only the Hindus. What they have done is inhumane. Its not a religious act, as no religion teaches terrorism. Uma Nair Uma Nair, art critic, Delhi What did they gain? At the end of the day, whats the difference between a Hindu and a Muslim? Can someone be blamed for being born into a faith? It is worth remembering that a terrorist, at the end of the day, is an unemployed youth. Tourism was a way to get them to join the mainstream. I feel Pakistan does not like the proximity that India shares with other countries. The economic factor is at play somewhere. Madhu Sharma Madhu Sharma, travel influencer & marketing consultant, Bengaluru Kashmir was on my bucket list. It is heaven on earth. In the past few years, tourism has boomed. I feel a anger, mistrust and frustration. I hope the Centre takes strong action to make sure Kashmir is a safe place to travel to. Anthony Davis Antony Davis, founder of VHT Now, Bengaluru I have spent about 20-25 days in Kashmir. I was supposed to go to Pahalgam this summer. I feel fortunate that I was not there during the attack. What I have realised is that a majority of Kashmiris are among the most amazing people in India. Only a few Kashmiri want to create a stir and are spurred by other outfits to cut off tourism and the livelihoods of the local people. People should continue visiting the place. Bineesh Sadasivan Bineesh Sadasivan, financial consultant, Thiruvananthapuram The scenes broke my heart. They will haunt the nation for long. Gunning innocent people down on the basis of religion is barbaric that too in the name of what many claim is a religion of love. Here, I would like to demarcate the fanatic Islamists and the average Muslim. Kashmiris who were just about experiencing the fruits of peace seem horrified by the incident. It is time for those hapless Muslims to root out terrorists for good. Thats the final solution.
SRH all but end CSKs chances with five-wicket win
CHENNAI, Apr 25: Pacer Harshal Patel made the best use of a sluggish Chepauk surface as Sunrisers Hyderabad put Chennai Super Kings on the brink of exit door by winning the battle of back-benchers by five wickets in the Indian Premier League here on Friday. Harshal, a fine exponent of the slower delivery and the knuckle ball, took 4 for 28 as Chennai Super Kings endured another poor outing with the bat and were bowled out for 154 in 19.5 [] The post SRH all but end CSKs chances with five-wicket win appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chennai, April 25: Pacer Harshal Patel made the best use of a sluggish Chepauk surface as Sunrisers Hyderabad put Chennai Super Kings on the brink of exit door by winning the battle of back-benchers by five wickets in the Indian Premier League here on Friday. Harshal, a fine exponent of the slower delivery and the [] The post SRH all but end CSKs chances appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Admits CSK Lacking In Runs, Says the Game Has Changed
MA Chidambaram Stadium: After they were virtually eliminated by the five-wicket defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad, captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni claimed that Chennai Super Kings have experienced more than a few problems in the side this year in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 but perhaps the biggest of them is their consistently low scores. After being put to bat first, apart from young gun Ayush Mhatre, mid-season inclusion Dewald Brevis, and a late blitz by Deepak Hooda, Chennai Super Kings batters faltered again and were only able to conjure 154 runs. Despite having tilted the game back in their favour for a brief moment in the second half, that total proved to be too low as they succumbed to their fourth-straight home defeat. In a tournament like this, if you have one or two areas where you can plug in the holes it is good, but if the majority of your players are not doing well, it becomes very difficult, because you have to do a few changes, but if the majority are doing well then you guy those guys that extra few games and if it doesn't work out then you move onto the next one, but if 4 of them are not performing at the same time, you are bound to make that change, because you can't just keep on going because we are not putting enough runs on the board, because it is essential right now, the game has changed. I am not saying it is always 180-200, but assess the conditions and then look to put the runs on the board, said MS Dhoni in the post-match interview. Chennai currently sit at the bottom of the Indian Premier League 2025 table with only two wins in nine games. Although SRH were in the same position heading into the game, their first-ever win at the Chepauk kept their hopes alive in the tournament. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who put on an unbeaten 49-run stand with Kamindu Mendis to seal the win, drew inspiration from what Royal Challengers Bengaluru did last season and hopes his side can win seven on the trot to qualify for the playoffs. Chennai currently sit at the bottom of the Indian Premier League 2025 table with only two wins in nine games. Although SRH were in the same position heading into the game, their first-ever win at the Chepauk kept their hopes alive in the tournament. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Harshal, Kamindu hand SRH their first win against CSK in Chennai
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IPL 2025: SRH beat CSK by five wickets
Chennai: Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets in their Indian Premier League match here on Friday to keep their play-off hopes alive. With his defeat, CSK almost bowed out of the play-offs race even as SRH stayed alive theoretically. Sent into bat, Chennai Super Kings were bowled out for 154. In reply, 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 .
IPL 2025 Points Table: Latest standings after CSK vs SRH match
Sunrisers Hyderabad broke their losing streak with a dominant five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, marking their first win at the venue. SRH's pace attack, led by Harshal Patel's 4 for 28, restricted CSK to 154. Ishan Kishan's 44 and a late partnership sealed the win, boosting SRH's playoff hopes while deepening CSK's struggles.
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Sunrisers Hyderabad won their match against Chennai Super Kings by chasing down 155 runs with ease, winning by 5 wickets. This victory is significant as it is the first time SRH has defeated CSK at Chepauk.
Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Chennai Super Kings by five wickets
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IPL 2025: Batters Falter Again As Harshal Patel Claims Four As CSK Stumble To 154
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings batters faltered again as Harshal Patel claimed four wickets to his name, alongside two wickets each by skipper Pat Cummins and Jaydev Unadkat, to restrict the hosts to 154 all out in 19.5 overs at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday. For the batting side, Dewald Brevis 25-ball 42 was the highlight of the innings. After having opted to bowl first, Mohammed Shami gave SRH the perfect start by finding Shaik Rasheeds (0) outside edge on the very first ball, which saw Abhishek Sharma take a difficult catch at first slip. Youngster Ayush Mhatre (30), who made his debut against Mumbai Indians on Sunday, continued his impressive breakthrough by smashing Pat Cummins, Shami, and Jaydev Unadkat for six boundaries in the next three overs before Harshal Patel claimed the wicket of Sam Curran (9). A slower ball, shortish outside off, led to the Englishmans dismissal as Aniket Verma made no mistake in taking the catch. The Men in Yellow were further pushed into a dangerous position as skipper Cummins, with a full-length delivery outside off, saw Mhatre hole it out straight to Ishan Kishan at mid-off. Ravindra Jadeja (21) and Brevis continued to precariously navigate the innings, in hopes of not losing any more wickets, but the former was dismissed, after hitting a six off Zeeshan Ansari, when Kamindu Mendis slider stayed low and crashed into the stumps. Shivam Dube (12), who was demoted down the order as CSK experimented with their batting lineup, broke free of the shackles put on by SRHs bowling attack and hit two consecutive cover drives off Shami for boundaries, which prompted Brevis to accelerate the run rate after having batted at a run-a-ball. He targeted Mendis on the next over and rejuvenated the Chepauk crowd with three sixes in the 12th over while smacking the ball over long-on, deep mid-wicket, and long-off respectively. However, the joy was quickly sucked out of the home crowd as he was dismissed by Patel in the next over. After having hit a six on the previous ball, Brevis once again tried to slam a half-volley over long-off, but Mendis produced an excellent display of fielding to take a diving catch at the boundary. Dubey soon followed as he was caught by Sharma off Unadkat in the next over. Mahendra Singh Dhoni (6), Anshul Kamboj (2), Noor Ahmad (2), and Khaleel Ahmed (1*) failed to add any significant runs to the tally whereas Deepak Hooda (22) added some valuable runs in the last two overs, with a six and a four, before being dismissed with one ball to spare as CSK were bowled out for 154 all out. Brief scores: Mahendra Singh Dhoni (6), Anshul Kamboj (2), Noor Ahmad (2), and Khaleel Ahmed (1*) failed to add any significant runs to the tally whereas Deepak Hooda (22) added some valuable runs in the last two overs, with a six and a four, before being dismissed with one ball to spare as CSK were bowled out for 154 all out. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
CSK vs SRH: Mohammed Shami creates history, becomes first bowler in IPL to achieve THIS special feat
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Sri Lanka and Chennai Super Kings' batting all-rounder Kamindu Mendis pulled off a sensational catch during the side's IPL 2025 match vs Sunrisers Hyderabad.
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IPL 2025: Rachin, Shankar Make Way For Brevis, Hooda As SRH Opt To Bowl Vs CSK
Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni: Sunrisers Hyderabad have opted to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in Match 43 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday. With both sides sitting at the bottom of the points table with just four points each from eight matches, this clash is crucial for their playoff hopes. Chennai Super Kings, known for their dominance at home, have faced a tough time adjusting to the conditions at Chepauk this season. Despite their experience and strong core, CSK have struggled to read the pitch conditions, leading to unexpected defeats. Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, playing his 400th T20 game on the night, revealed he too wanted to bowl first and explained the two changes made by the side, which saw Dewald Brevis and Deepak Hooda come in the side in place of Rachin Ravindra and Vijay Shankar. Dew was the main reason why we also wanted to bowl first. In almost all the departments, when you are not playing good cricket, chances are there will be pressure on the other guys as well. We want to get the process right, and that is what we are looking to aim for the rest of the games. We are looking at one game at a time, and we are looking at a few combinations and have confidence in your ability and execute what you want to. We are not too sure how the wicket is. The groundsmen are trying their level best, he said. On the other hand, Sunrisers Hyderabad have had a similarly disappointing season. The team has been plagued by early batting collapses, especially in the powerplay, and the failure to form key partnerships. Sunrisers Hyderabad's strategy of being ultra-aggressive in the early overs has often backfired, leaving them in vulnerable positions. Chennai is always a big game, coming off a couple of losses, but it is a new venue and the boys are up for it. If the wicket is good, backing them to get a big total, and otherwise also backing them to do well. The pitch looks a little bit dry, said skipper Pat Cummins at the toss. Both teams have reached a point where they must win all their remaining matches to stay in contention for the playoffs. The battle between CSK and SRH is set to be a thrilling one as both teams fight to keep their hopes alive in the PL 2025 season. Playing XIs: Sunrisers Hyderabad: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins(c), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami Impact Subs: Travis Head, Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Rahul Chahar, Wiaan Mulder Chennai Super Kings: Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni(w/c), Deepak Hooda, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana Impact Subs: Travis Head, Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Rahul Chahar, Wiaan Mulder Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Reaches 400 T20 Games Milestone
Mahendra Singh Dhoni: Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a player who has successfully stood the test of time has reached his 400th T20 game landmark during Chennai Super Kings clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday. His stellar T20 career, which has seen him captain India to the 2007 T20 World Cup victory and had a massive role in leading CSK to five Indian Premier League titles, has seen him score 7566 runs at a strike rate of 135.90. Although at 44 years of age, Dhonis batting may not be at the peak of his prowess with the bat but he is still lightning quick behind the stumps and holds the record of most stumpings in the format with 34 to his name. Mahendra Singh Dhoni is leading CSK once again in the IPL 2025 season after regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out for the remainder of the season with an elbow fracture. This season marked the first time Dhoni returned as captain since the IPL 2023 final in Ahmedabad, a memorable night when Ravindra Jadeja hit a six and a four in the final two balls to secure CSKs fifth IPL title. Having handed over the captaincy to Gaikwad at the start of last season, Dhoni had taken a step back from leadership duties but continued to play a key role behind the scenes and with the bat. Gaikwad, who was leading the CSK in IPL 2025, sustained a blow to his right forearm during CSKs match against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati earlier this season. Scans later revealed an elbow fracture, effectively ending his campaign. This season marked the first time Dhoni returned as captain since the IPL 2023 final in Ahmedabad, a memorable night when Ravindra Jadeja hit a six and a four in the final two balls to secure CSKs fifth IPL title. Having handed over the captaincy to Gaikwad at the start of last season, Dhoni had taken a step back from leadership duties but continued to play a key role behind the scenes and with the bat. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
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