West Bengal Cabinet Ministers List: Meet Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's A-team
Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengals first BJP chief minister at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Ground in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior BJP leaders. The BJPs victory ended the 15-year rule of the All India Trinamool Congress in the state.
Suvendu takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal, 5 other MLAs sworn in
KOLKATA: (May 9) Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday took oath as West Bengals first BJP chief minister, marking a dramatic saffron turn in the states political history, with the iconic Brigade Parade Grounds here hosting the swearing-in ceremony. Governor RN Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Adhikari amid the Jai Shri Ram slogan, drumbeats, and a sea of fluttering saffron flags. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, senior BJP leaders and chief ministers of NDA-ruled [] The post Suvendu takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal, 5 other MLAs sworn in appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi showed respect to 98-year-old BJP veteran Makhanlal Sarkar at the West Bengal Chief Minister's swearing-in ceremony. The heartwarming gesture occurred at the Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata. Sarkar is a founding member of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh and played a key role in building the BJP in North Bengal.
Suvendu Adhikari Takes Oath as Chief Minister of West Bengal: A Political Journey
Kolkata, May 9: A historic chapter unfolded in West Bengal politics on Saturday as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) formed its first government in the state, with Suvendu Adhikari taking the oath as Chief Minister. The grand ceremony was presided over by West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi, who administered the oath to Adhikari and five ... Read more Suvendu Adhikari Takes Oath as Chief Minister of West Bengal: A Political Journey
'Wanted To Keep My Intent Throughout The Innings': Allen After Maiden IPL Ton
Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opener Finn Allen said maintaining positive intent while also taking greater responsibility after early wickets was the key behind his blistering unbeaten century against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. Allen smashed his maiden IPL hundred, remaining unbeaten on 100 off just 47 deliveries, as KKR chased down 143 in only 14.2 overs to secure a commanding eight-wicket win at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday. His innings, studded with five fours and ten sixes, helped KKR register their fourth consecutive victory of the season. For me, it was just I wanted to keep my intent. Obviously we lost a couple fortunate ones early. So I knew that I had to take a bit of responsibility and bat a bit deeper, So I think, yeah, it helped me get into better positions. And then I just wanted to keep my intent throughout the innings, He said in a video released by IPL on X. The New Zealand batter also shared an unbroken 116-run stand with Cameron Green, who remained unbeaten on 33 off 27 balls. Reflecting on the partnership, Allen said he initially focused on allowing Green to settle before expanding his own strokeplay. Oh, I just tried to get first time batting with Greeny. So, you know, I just tried to play good cricket shots, let him get set. And then we sort of said we'd push a bit more with our intent, and then I just sort of, I guess, started to look to put the bad ball away a bit more, he said. KKR were briefly jolted early in the chase after losing Ajinkya Rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi, but Allen ensured there was no further damage by counterattacking aggressively against both pace and spin. Allen particularly targeted Delhis spinners in the middle overs, smashing Vipraj Nigam for three consecutive sixes and also taking on Kuldeep Yadav with fearless strokeplay. The new spin was going to be a bit challenging. They got really quality spinners. So I felt like if I had good intent to them, that it would get me in better positions to play the ball, he explained. And then, yeah, I just wanted to take it deep and put away the bad ball once Greeny got set. Allen also credited KKRs support staff and captain Ajinkya Rahane for remaining calm despite the team enduring a poor start to the season with six consecutive defeats. I think credit goes to our support staff and Jinx. You know, they're really calm and composed. We obviously didn't get a win for our first six games. And it would be easy for everything to start going crazy, he said. But they stayed really calm and composed, which I think is a really good trait to have, especially as a support staff. So I think that really helped us. And it was infectious throughout the group, he added. The opener also said that the squad always believed momentum would shift once they secured their first victory. We always backed ourselves. We knew we'd take one win and we'd get some momentum. And that's exactly what's happened. We're taking it one game at a time, which is great, Allen said. The opener also said that the squad always believed momentum would shift once they secured their first victory. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, after this win KKR are placed at seventh position in the points table with 9 points in 10 matches. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi felicitates BJP veteran worker Makhanlal Sarkar during swearing-in ceremony in West Bengal
West Bengal news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the historic swearing-in ceremony in Kolkata. Senior BJP worker Makhanlal Sarkar was honored. Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister. The BJP secured a significant victory in the assembly elections. This marks the beginning of a new era for the state.
PM Modi Blesses Senior BJP Leader Makhanlal Sarkar at Swearing-In Ceremony in Kolkata
Kolkata, May 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the swearing-in ceremony of West Bengals new Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, where he sought the blessings of senior BJP leader Makhanlal Sarkar. Upon arriving in Kolkata for the ceremony, PM Modi greeted thousands of BJP workers and supporters from an open jeep alongside Suvendu Adhikari and state ... Read more PM Modi Blesses Senior BJP Leader Makhanlal Sarkar at Swearing-In Ceremony in Kolkata
PM Modi Blesses Senior BJP Leader at Swearing-In Ceremony
Kolkata, May 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the swearing-in ceremony of West Bengals new Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, where he received blessings from senior BJP leader Makhanlal Sarkar. Upon arriving in Kolkata for the ceremony, PM Modi greeted thousands of BJP workers and supporters from an open jeep alongside Adhikari and state BJP president ... Read more PM Modi Blesses Senior BJP Leader at Swearing-In Ceremony
PM Touches Feet Of 97-Year-Old Makhan Lal Sarkar In Bengal: Who Is He?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoured a 97-year-old man at the swearing-in ceremony of Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata this morning. In a grand gesture, PM Modi hugged and touched his feet. This person is Makhan Lal Sarkar, who lives in Siliguri and was one of the seniormost state leaders during the BJP's initial days. Sarkar was the aide of Shyama Prasad Mookerjee, said Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya. Mookerjee was killed in a mysterious way in a Kashmir jail. Sarkar, who was part of his last journey, has graced us with his presence today, he added. PM Modi honours veteran BJP leader Makhanlal Sarkar ahead of oath-taking ceremony at Brigade Parade ground pic.twitter.com/GoigITiy8f - NDTV (@ndtv) May 9, 2026 Bhattacharya further recalled that Sarkar was arrested by Delhi Police for singing a patriotic song when the Congress was in power. He was taken to court and asked to apologise. But he refused. Sarkar told the judge he didn't commit any crime; that he had only sung a song. The judge wanted to listen to the song, so he sang it again in the court. The judge then asked the police to get Sarkar a first class ticket back home and give him Rs 100 for his journey, said the Bengal BJP chief. Makhan Lal Sarkar - A BJP Veteran Sarkar was the first BJP district president of the Siliguri organisational district and a companion of Shyama Prasad Mookerjee on his historic Kashmir tour. At the age of 97, he remains one of the early grassroots figures associated with the nationalist movement in post-Independence India. In 1952, he was arrested in Kashmir while accompanying Mookerjee during the movement to hoist the Indian tricolour there. After the formation of the BJP in 1980, he became the organisational coordinator for West Dinajpur, Jalpaiguri, and Darjeeling districts. Within just one year, he helped enroll nearly 10,000 members. From 1981 onward, he served continuously for seven years as district president, an exceptional achievement at a time when BJP leaders generally could not remain in the same organisational position for more than two years.
Historic Political Shift in West Bengal as Suvendu Adhikari Set to Become Chief Minister
Kolkata, May 9: Following the Indian National Congresss victory in West Bengal, preparations are underway for Suvendu Adhikari to take the oath as the new Chief Minister. This event marks the dawn of a new political era in Bengal. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan described this occasion as historic. He emphasized that this day is ... Read more Historic Political Shift in West Bengal as Suvendu Adhikari Set to Become Chief Minister
Jhalmuri, sweets & Rabindranath Tagore: The Bengali factor in BJP's Bengal oath-taking ceremony
Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal's Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior BJP leaders attended the historic event. This marks the first time the BJP has formed a government in West Bengal. The ceremony featured Bengali cultural elements, including jhalmuri stalls. The venue itself holds significant political history.
Video: Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal
Kolkata: BJP legislature party leader Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the chief minister of West Bengal on Saturday, May 9, heading the first BJP government in the state. Governor RN Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Adhikari at a grand ceremony held at the Brigade Parade Grounds here in the presence of 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 .
Bengals cultural showcase at Suvendu Adhikaris CM swearing-in at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata
Allen's Range And Cleanliness Of His Hitting Make Him Special: Boucher
Former South African: Former South African cricketer and coach Mark Boucher has lauded Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opener Finn Allens extraordinary century against Delhi Capitals and said it's not just the 27-year-old batter's strength but also his range and cleanliness in hitting a shot that make him special. Allen showcased his fireworks at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, scored 20 off his first 17 balls before unleashing an 80-run burst off his next 30 deliveries to complete his maiden IPL century in 47 balls, stitching an unbeaten 116-run partnership off just 64 deliveries with Camwron Green as KKR jumped to the seventh spot on the points table to keep their qualification hopes alive with a dominant eight-wicket win. Once Finn Allen gets past 20 or 30, there are very few players in world cricket who strike the ball with the kind of power he does. What makes him special is not just the strength, but the range and cleanliness of his hitting. Whether it was the pick-up shot over fine leg against Mitchell Starc or the straight hits back over the bowlers head, everything looked effortless. Anything in his arc or under his eyeline, he was striking beautifully. At one stage, it almost looked like he was batting against a bowling machine. It was an incredible innings to watch, Boucher said on JioStar. Allen was particularly lethal against spin, posting a strike rate of 235 via scoring 73 off 31 balls as KKR got their fourth straight win of IPL 2026. Former India spinner Piyush Chawla reflected on his approach against spin, saying once a player of Allen's quality gets into rhythm, it becomes extremely difficult to contain him. This was probably the toughest surface Finn Allen has batted on in the tournament, but what stood out was how well he used the crease. Against anything short, he went deep in the crease, and whenever the ball was in his zone, he capitalised immediately. His reach also allows him to access different areas of the ground comfortably. Allen was particularly lethal against spin, posting a strike rate of 235 via scoring 73 off 31 balls as KKR got their fourth straight win of IPL 2026. Former India spinner Piyush Chawla reflected on his approach against spin, saying once a player of Allen's quality gets into rhythm, it becomes extremely difficult to contain him. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Allen was the undisputed Player of the Match. On a pitch where almost every other batter struggled for timing, Allens explosive 100 not out completely demoralised the opposition and single-handedly finished the game with 34 deliveries to spare. Article Source: IANS
BJPs Dilip Ghosh Criticizes Mamata Banerjees Claims of Chief Ministership
Kolkata, May 9: Dilip Ghosh, the newly elected legislator from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal, has sharply criticized Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee for her claims of remaining Chief Minister. He stated that Banerjee is still under the influence of power and believes she is still in charge. In an interview, Ghosh ... Read more BJPs Dilip Ghosh Criticizes Mamata Banerjees Claims of Chief Ministership
West Bengals Delhi wall may disappear: What schemes could BJP rule in Kolkata unlock?
West Bengal's long-standing political clashes with the central government over welfare schemes are set to change. With the BJP now in power in both the state and at the Centre, a new era of administrative integration is expected. Major schemes like Ayushman Bharat and PM-Kisan, previously sources of conflict, may be merged or streamlined.
IPL 2026 Playoffs Scenario: How KKR Turned The Tables With 4 Consecutive Wins
IPL 2026 Playoffs Scenario: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have given their top 4 qualification hopes a big boost with a monumental win over the Delhi Capitals.
Historic Dawn for Bengal as BJP Takes Charge with Modis Presence
Kolkata, May 9: West Bengal is set to witness a historic moment as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prepares to form its government for the first time. The oath-taking ceremony scheduled for Saturday morning is expected to mark a significant chapter in the states political landscape. Suvendu Adhikari, the leader of the BJP legislative party ... Read more Historic Dawn for Bengal as BJP Takes Charge with Modis Presence
IPL 2026: Exceptional Allen One Of The Best In World To Pressure Back On Bowlers, Says Green
Kolkata Knight Riders: Finn Allen blazed an unbeaten 100 off just 47 balls to power Kolkata Knight Riders to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, and Australia all-rounder Cameron Green said he was not the least bit surprised by the New Zealand opener's pyrotechnics, adding that hes one of the best batters in the world at putting pressure back on the bowlers. Before showcasing his fireworks at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday evening, Allen had shown his destructive potential earlier by hitting 37 and 28. But three single-figure scores meant he was out of the playing eleven soon. With Tim Seifert not stepping up to KKRs expectations, Allen was brought back and made 29 in their win over Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 3. On Friday, Allen also benefited from a favourable match situation, where the target was a modest 143, and bowlers who werent in best of form, thus allowing him to accelerate. Allen scored 20 off his first 17 balls before unleashing an 80-run burst off his next 30 deliveries. For the first time in his IPL career, Allen passed through the powerplay period and eventually struck ten sixes, the final one arriving when KKR required two runs to win and he needed six for his maiden century in the competition. He was particularly lethal against spin, posting a strike rate of 235 via scoring 73 off 31 balls, as KKR got their fourth straight win of IPL 2026. Finn was exceptional. He's been really good for us. Just he's got off to amazing starts every time he's been out there. So that's exactly what we have got him in the team for. I think he's one of the best in the world at doing that and putting pressure back on. When he gets to 30 or 40 then he's very hard to get out because he just keeps going. He never really tries to rein it back in. So, I wasn't surprised by what he did. I think he's been training really hard and I think he's worked out a really good way to go about it. So, no, so happy for him and it was so good to watch out down the other end, Green said in the post-match press conference. With DC bowling persistent short lengths and poor lines, Allen was quick to pounce onto them and send the balls over the boundary ropes. The adjustment of unleashing in the middle overs paid immediate dividends for Allen in a one-sided finish going in KKRs favour. Green, who contributed an unbeaten 33 off 27 balls in a match-clinching unbroken third-wicket stand of 116 with Allen, was effusive in his praise of the opener who struck 5 fours and 10 sixes at a blistering strike rate of 212.77 as KKR chased down 143 in just 14.2 overs to register their fourth successive win of IPL 2026. Before Allen's assault dismantled DCs attack, KKRs spinners applied the choke on the batters, with Anukul Roy (2-31) and Kartik Tyagi (2-25) being the pick of the bowlers. Green, who himself picked 1012, credited the team's dressing room spirit as the bedrock of their revival after a difficult start to the competition saw them be winless in the first six games. I didn't think the belief was ever gone. I think we've had a really good culture this whole tournament even before we won a game. A few guys mentioned that I think it hasn't felt like we've lost every game by how upbeat everyone's been. So I think that's just a credit to the players and the support staff for keeping the vibes high because obviously it's a really big comp and it means a lot to us. To lose those games meant a lot. We've fought really hard to get back into it and I think our bowling has obviously been awesome all comp. So, they were exceptional again, he said. Green further admitted KKR had also needed time to settle on their best batting combination and where each player fitted most effectively in the order. I think our team was probably just finding the right combination and where guys should bat to best suit the team. So I think we obviously took a few games to work that out - where was best for me, where was best for the other guys on the team. So I think we've got to a really good place now. For sure. I think we've got a pretty good combination of that in our team. Obviously, Ajinkya Rahane is an exceptional timer of the ball. Then Rovman Powell talked about the rest of us as slappers. So, no, it's good to have guys who can do both in your team. When you get to a situation like this, when you're chasing a lower total, those guys are really, really important for us. I think I like to think I can do both. But probably a bit more of a slapper than guys like Ajinkya, he elaborated. On his bowling workload, Green was keen to dispel any notion that his overs were being rationed due to fitness concerns. No, I'm 100 percent ready to bowl four overs. I think just the makeup of our team - we got Anu, who has been exceptional for us, bowling one or two overs. So that means I can only bowl two or three overs, which has been a really big help, I think, having a left arm spin bowling all-rounder to potentially bowl through the middle. I can bowl in the power play and potentially the death or through the middle as well. I think it's just the makeup of our team that we've got six guys that we can go to. Obviously, myself and Anu are the all-rounders there. So we just help each other out and bowl our four overs, he stated. Green, the most expensive overseas buy in an IPL auction at Rs 25.2 crore, was equally warm when asked about the backing from KKR support staff, saying they never placed any extra pressure on his shoulders despite the scrutiny that comes with being one of only four overseas players in the playing eleven. The support staff never put any pressure on me. I think they've been awesome to me since day one. Never made it feel like there's any extra pressure compared to anyone else on the team. I think there's always pressure on guys who are internationals and obviously there's only four of us in a team. Green, the most expensive overseas buy in an IPL auction at Rs 25.2 crore, was equally warm when asked about the backing from KKR support staff, saying they never placed any extra pressure on his shoulders despite the scrutiny that comes with being one of only four overseas players in the playing eleven. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think I play a lot of cricket, so I think I get pretty used to working out my workload and how I can best go throughout the comp so I can keep energy for the back end. I think that's really important that when you are training, you're not trying to over-train because you can get to the back of the comp and you get quite tired. So, trying to keep myself as fresh as possible to be playing good cricket by the back end of the comp, he signed off. Article Source: IANS
Disappointment for DC Captain Axar Patel After KKR Defeat; Focus Shifts to Next Season
New Delhi, May 9: The disappointing performance of Delhi Capitals (DC) continues in IPL 2026. On Friday, DC faced an 8-wicket defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at their home ground, Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. This loss marked DCs seventh defeat in the seasons 11 matches, significantly diminishing their chances of making the playoffs. Captain ... Read more Disappointment for DC Captain Axar Patel After KKR Defeat; Focus Shifts to Next Season
NDA Leaders Gather in Kolkata for Suvendu Adhikaris Oath Ceremony
Kolkata, May 9: Suvendu Adhikari is set to take the oath as the first Chief Minister from the BJP in West Bengal on Saturday. Leaders from across the country have been arriving in Kolkata since morning to attend the ceremony. Several NDA leaders have also reached the city for this significant event. Among them are ... Read more NDA Leaders Gather in Kolkata for Suvendu Adhikaris Oath Ceremony
IPL 2026: '18 Years And It Hurts; All Three Departments Failed,' Admits DC's DoC Venugopal Rao
DoC Venugopal Rao: For Venugopal Rao, the sense of deja vu must be as stifling as the scorching heat in the national capital. Rao, currently the director of cricket at Delhi Capitals, endured two wooden spoon finishes during his time as a player with the franchise from 2011-13, when it used to be called Delhi Daredevils. The script feels eerily familiar, with Rao now presiding over another collapse. A ruthless eightwicket demolition by Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday - DCs fifth straight home defeat - has snuffed out their playoffs hopes and prolonged the franchises agonising pursuit of a maiden IPL crown. Eighteen years, obviously it hurts. Seriously, when you look back, when I played during my days, I always wanted to win from Daredevils time to now. It's a learning process for me. Coming into the administration part, a lot of things I'm just learning. As per what the skipper said, we want to try youngsters and let's see, said a dejected Rao in the post-match press conference. The statistics paint a grim picture of a side that has lost its way in its own backyard. After an initial victory over Mumbai Indians, the Arun Jaitley Stadium has become a hunting ground for visitors rather than a stronghold for DC. On Friday, thanks to Finn Allens unbeaten 47-ball ton, KKR chased down 143 with clinical ease, needing just 14.2 overs to embarrass a DC side that appears tactically adrift. DCs campaign has been defined by wild inconsistency and a staggering inability to read local conditions, which have been varied in nature. Making 264 against Punjab Kings failed to translate into a win. Days later, the side posted the IPLs lowest powerplay total, slumping to 13/6 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and handed the initiative to the defending champions. A home match against Gujarat Titans slipped away by a single run after David Miller could not score two runs off two balls. Chennai Super Kings also recorded a comfortable victory in Delhi, as the Qila Kotla mention around the franchises pre-tournament promotions have turned a potential fortress into a liability and something which demands urgent review. See, not one department - I think all three departments failed. After getting a good start, after seven or eight overs, we were in a good position, one wicket or something down. Then later on, next six to seven overs, we couldn't get a boundary. In this big beast of a tournament, you can't miss chances. We need to win patches and those small, small areas - not only batting, even in bowling or fielding. In the whole tournament, when you see it, we couldn't win those small, small areas. One day in batting, one day in fielding, one day in bowling, added Rao. On Friday, DC were 74/2 in nine overs, though they didnt entirely break free in power-play due to slowness in pitch and one felt they could implode yet again. They had their reasons Pathum Nissanka was wonderful in his leg-side strokeplay, but then the spin choke from KKR, just like how they inflicted one over DC last year at this venue began to take shape. With five fielders patrolling the boundary, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy and Anukul Roy began to dictate terms and choke the scoring, as between overs 12-16 Delhi managed just 11 runs from 30 balls - a mid-innings drought which never happened in the IPL. The pressure was manufactured rather than mysterious. Roy set the tone, stumping Nissanka with a slower, wider delivery before castling Tristan Stubbs, as KKR exposed that DCs batting line-up could not adjust to sustained and accurate spin bowling. In all, DC played 51 dot balls, and in comparison to Allens brutal century, they looked like a side stuck in a batting template of a bygone era. I think in the last couple of matches, where we felt that batting is the main concern. When you're batting first, you saw last match also, we failed in the first 10 overs. Somewhere in the next 10 overs, we recovered. I think here also, when we got a good start, we couldn't capitalize. This kind of a tournament, you can't miss those patches. See, here we can't coach. Everybody has experience and at the end of the day, you need to read the situation, conditions and when you can adapt only, you win matches. We can't keep sending messages as a batting group. One more thing - the biggest challenge as a batting group is responsibility, when things fail, as a batting unit, you need to take responsibility. I'll do it, rather than somebody does it. So, I think that is missing, I felt. Maybe, let's see next couple of games, how this, as a batting unit, how it will turn up, elaborated Rao. When pressed further, Rao drew on specific matches to make his case. Sorry, I cannot point to just one department. In different matches, different departments have let us down. Against Punjab, we scored heavily but then dropped catches while bowling. In some games, the bowlers did well but the batters could not adapt. In the last two games especially, the batters struggled to adapt to the conditions. Overall, if you ask me, yes, batting has been an area where we needed to adapt better in certain conditions. Even in the first few games, after losing four or five wickets, we still managed to win a couple of matches. But sometimes, I think, the batting unit has let us down, he said. A question about skipper Axar Patels horrible run with the bat and if Prithvi Shaw will be given a chance prompted Rao to address it head-on. People will obviously ask whom you want to drop, Pathum or KL. But when it comes to captains and senior players in this format, you always want experienced people like them to do well. He has been a part of World Cup-winning squads and came into this tournament with strong reputations. Somewhere along the way, I think he lost form. Hopefully, he comes back strongly in the next three games. It hurts when you look at the opposition and see that some of the senior players could not perform. But we need to face the reality and accept it, he said. Rao also addressed the bowling group's difficulties, especially around premier wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, whose lean run continued with him conceding 41 runs in three overs. A major part of Kuldeep looking pedestrian has been him missing his usual lengths, as batters freely send his overpitched and mostly short balls over the boundary ropes. A person like him is a bundle of experience - played and won two T20 World Cups. Sometimes a bad season happens. Everyone goes through it. I think, somewhere he lost the rhythm. I think he'll come back. See, by playing for more than 10 years in this circuit, he knows it. Sometimes you can't point and it happens in a tournament like this. We are facing it and we are at receiving end of it. Person like him, with Axar and all, if these two continue in good form, one is doing well, one is not doing, it hurts in the bowling group, especially in the middle of those. So, we are facing that failure, he said. Looking back across the full campaign, Rao traced a consistent thread of momentum losses that he believes has defined the season and was emphatic that DC have no one to blame but themselves. No, it is not only about the Punjab game. Even in the Gujarat game here, and in several other matches we needed to win, we lost important phases. That is what I keep saying. To win matches, you need to win key patches during the game. We have not done that consistently. If you look back, not just against Punjab but also against Gujarat, there were moments where two balls or two runs shifted the momentum away from us. Then we lost the Chennai game as well. We did win against RCB, but after that against Punjab we also had issues like injuries and concussion substitute for Ngidi. But we cannot keep giving excuses. We need to face the situation as it is. In a tournament like this, you cannot point to just one match. If you look back from the Gujarat game to this match, in almost every game we have not managed to win the small moments and key phases. That is why we are in this position on the points table right now, he said. If you look back, not just against Punjab but also against Gujarat, there were moments where two balls or two runs shifted the momentum away from us. Then we lost the Chennai game as well. We did win against RCB, but after that against Punjab we also had issues like injuries and concussion substitute for Ngidi. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rao opened his press conference by lamenting the unbroken trophy drought, and closed it with the only stance left to him: cautious pragmatism and no guarantees. Obviously in the next three games, we will see how it goes. One game at a time and obviously we will try to use bench players. When the skipper says something like that, it is something we definitely want to try, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Soviet Leaders To Saffron Oath: At Kolkata Ground, A Turn In Bengal Politics
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Bengal set to step into saffron era with Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in as CM today
Suvendu Adhikari is set to be sworn in as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground. This marks a significant shift in state politics, with the BJP securing a decisive victory over the TMC. The ceremony is expected to be attended by top BJP leaders and thousands of party workers.
Finn Allen Shines in IPL 2026, Becomes KKRs Fourth Centurion
New Delhi, May 9: In a thrilling match on Friday evening at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, Finn Allen stole the spotlight during the IPL 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The explosive opener not only led his team to victory but also became the fourth player from KKR and ... Read more Finn Allen Shines in IPL 2026, Becomes KKRs Fourth Centurion
Suvendu Adhikari Oath Ceremony Live Streaming: Kolkata is set to witness a historic political moment. Suvendu Adhikari will be sworn in as West Bengal's first Bharatiya Janata Party Chief Minister. The ceremony will take place at the Brigade Parade Ground on Saturday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other top leaders are expected to attend. This marks a significant milestone for the BJP in the state.
Finn Allen joins McCullum, Narine in KKR record books with maiden ton
Finn Allen's maiden IPL century, a blistering 100 off 47 balls, powered Kolkata Knight Riders to victory against Delhi Capitals. His unbeaten knock, featuring 10 sixes, saw him join KKR's elite century-makers. Allen emphasized responsible batting after early wickets, acknowledging the challenging pitch and Axar Patel's bowling.
IPL 2026: Allens Blazing Century Powers KKR To Crushing Win Over DC
A dominant all-round display helped the Kolkata Knight Riders cruise to an eight-wicket win over the Delhi Capitals in the 51st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday, May 8, with Finn Allens explosive unbeaten century sealing the result in style.
KKR Climbs to Seventh Place After Defeating DC in IPL 2026 Match
New Delhi, May 9: The 51st match of IPL 2026 took place at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, featuring Delhi Capitals (DC) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). DC continued to struggle, suffering a heavy defeat by 8 wickets, effectively ending their hopes of reaching the playoffs. KKR won the toss and opted to bowl first. Batting ... Read more KKR Climbs to Seventh Place After Defeating DC in IPL 2026 Match
IPL Orange and Purple Cap race: watch out for Sooryavanshi, Rabada and Archer
Not much changed after the Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders game, but a lot could look different on the IPL 2026 Orange and Purple Cap tables after Saturday night
IPL 2026 playoff qualification scenarios: What DC need after KKR result
Delhi Capitals' playoff hopes are in dire straits after an eight-wicket loss to Kolkata Knight Riders. A batting collapse against KKR's spinners, coupled with a poor Net Run Rate, has pushed DC to eighth place. They now need to win all three remaining matches to have any chance of qualification, facing a must-win scenario in every upcoming fixture. Unless Delhi suddenly produce their most complete cricket of the season over the final three matches, IPL 2026 is rapidly heading towards an early finish for Axar Patels side.
'I was putting too much pressure on myself'- Finn Allen opens up on mental reset
Finn Allen's career-defining maiden IPL century powered Kolkata Knight Riders to a dominant eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals. Allen smashed an unbeaten 100 off 47 balls, reflecting on a mindset shift towards adaptability and responsibility after early season struggles. Time out of the XI helped reset his perspective, leading to this explosive turnaround.
TOI wins top honours at INMA awards
The Times of India secured top honors at the INMA awards in Berlin, winning first prize for Thirukkural With The Times in Best Use of Print (Regional) and third prize for I am Kolkata, Amar Para in Best Use of Social Media (Regional). The publication also received three honorary mentions for its reader engagement, video content, and revenue diversification strategies.
CM-elect Adhikari stakes claim to form Bengals first BJP govt
KOLKATA, May 8 : West Bengal chief minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari on Friday evening met Governor RN Ravi and staked a claim to form the first BJP-led government in the state. Adhikari reached Lok Bhavan barely two hours after being elected leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The CM-elect was accompanied by several top leaders of the BJP, including Union ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Sukanta Majumdar and Santanu Thakur, Odisha Chief Minister [] The post CM-elect Adhikari stakes claim to form Bengals first BJP govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Suvendu Adhikari to be Bengals first BJP CM; to take oath on Saturday
KOLKATA, May 8:Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari will be thefirst BJP chief minister of West Bengal, marking a watershed moment in the states political history after decades of resistance to saffron politics. Adhikari has beenunanimously elected leader of the BJP legislature party,Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Friday after a meeting of newly elected []
Suvendu Adhikari stakes claim to form Govt
KOLKATA, May 8 : West Bengal Chief Minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari on Friday evening met Governor RN Ravi and staked a claim to form the first BJP-led Government in the state. Adhikari reached Lok Bhavan barely two hours after being elected leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO The CM-elect was accompanied by several top leaders of the BJP, including Union Ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Sukanta Majumdar and [] The post Suvendu Adhikari stakes claim to form Govt appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Spin choke, Allens blitz power KKR past DC
New Delhi, May 8: Kolkata Knight Riders spinners strangled Delhi Capitals with a ruthless choke before Finn Allen unleashed a brutal six-hitting exhibition to power the visitors to a comfortable eight-wicket win and reignite their IPL playoff hopes here on Friday. The spin trio of Anukul Roy (2/31), Sunil Narine (1/17) and Varun Chakravarthy (0/28), []
Kolkata: Writers' buildings to turn saffron to welcome new CM
Kolkata's iconic Writers' Buildings and other government offices will glow orange on Saturday evening, marking the first day of the new BJP government. Illumination trials were conducted Friday. The historic Writers' facade, along with Assembly House and Kolkata Collectorate, will be lit up. Inside, preparations are underway for the new Chief Minister's symbolic visit.
Suvendu Adhikari Credits BJPs Democracy for West Bengal Chief Minister Position
Kolkata, May 9: Suvendu Adhikari has been elected as the leader of the West Bengal BJP legislative party during a recent meeting. Central Home Minister Amit Shah referred to Adhikari as the future Chief Minister of West Bengal. Following his election, Adhikari expressed that this decision reflects the democracy within the party, where elected representatives ... Read more Suvendu Adhikari Credits BJPs Democracy for West Bengal Chief Minister Position
IPL 2026: Pathum Nissanka Shines with Half-Century as DC Posts 142 Runs
New Delhi, May 9: In the 51st match of IPL 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) faced off against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Batting first after losing the toss, DC managed to score 142 runs, losing 8 wickets in the process. DC had a promising start with an opening partnership ... Read more IPL 2026: Pathum Nissanka Shines with Half-Century as DC Posts 142 Runs
Finn-omenal Allen keeps KKR alive
Agencies New Delhi Kolkata Knight Riders kept their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with a commanding eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals after Finn Allens unbeaten century and a clinical spin-bowling display dismantled the hosts at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. KKRs spin trio of Anukul Roy (2/31), Sunil Narine (1/17) and []
BJP Leaders Celebrate Suvendu Adhikaris Election as Chief Minister in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 9: The selection of Suvendu Adhikari as the leader of the BJP legislative party has sparked excitement among party workers and leaders in West Bengal. Celebrations erupted among BJP supporters across various regions, marking what many see as the beginning of significant political change in the state. BJP legislator Debashish Dhar remarked that ... Read more BJP Leaders Celebrate Suvendu Adhikaris Election as Chief Minister in West Bengal
Patna-bound IndiGo flight makes emergency landing at Lucknow due to bad weather
An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Patna made an emergency landing in Lucknow due to adverse weather conditions in Patna. The aircraft, carrying 180 passengers and six crew members, was diverted after being unable to receive landing clearance. The flight later departed for Patna once the weather improved.
IPL 2026: Have Been Trying To Add More Strings To My Bow, Says Finn Allen After Unbeaten 47-ball Ton
Indian Premier League: Finn Allen, who became the Player of the Match via hitting a 47-ball unbeaten century in Kolkata Knight Riders eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, said he was pleased to contribute responsibly after early wickets, adding that he had been working hard to add more strings to his bow. Allens superb knock, laced with five fours and ten sixes, ensured KKR completed a chase of 143 with 35 balls to spare and helped the three-time champions seal their fourth consecutive win of the season. He was ably supported by Cameron Green, who hit 33 not out off 27 balls, as the duo shared an unbroken 116-run stand off 64 balls. What I've been working on is trying to have more strings to my bow. We obviously lost a couple of early wickets, so I just tried to have a bit of responsibility and get a win on the board for the boys. I mean, as I said, I just tried to knuckle down early. It was still a little bit challenging at the start. Axar bowled really well and restricted us. So like I said, just try to get in strong positions and bat deep, said Allen at the conclusion of the game. On his sixhitting model, Allen explained, I think that's the model I've been trying to do with my batting, I guess. If it's not easy, stay in there, working with Watto (assistant coach Shane Watson) and Abhishek (Nayar, head coach) as well. Just trying to give myself a chance, and I feel like I've got a few starts and it's been pretty frustrating, but here, nice to, I guess, have a little bit of personal success. He further said pacing the innings was about playing the situation and aiming to bat 40 balls. I think when the situation comes to it, you just forget about my batting and play the situation. I think I knew if I stayed out there for a long period of time, I would always come back to trying to bat 40 balls. It doesn't happen too often, but that was just what was keeping me ticking today and trying to take a game deep. Asked how he reacted to being out of the side and then slotted back into the playing eleven, Allen said, Oh, look, I think sometimes it changes your perspective, right? You go out of the team, have a bit of time for a mental refresh. To be honest, I was just putting too much pressure on myself at the start. So it was nice to have that, sit back, refresh, and come back in. Green, who partnered with Allen for the unbroken third-wicket stand, said he was chuffed for Allen to get the century. So special. I think you only get the chance to be at the other end a handful of times in your career, so that's one of them. Nothing really. I think, Finn, all he said was, 'See you next over.' I was just the other end playing second fiddle. On ensuring Allen reached his hundred, Green added, I think I did the math when we had 29 to get. So I knew I'd be the most hated man in Kolkata if I did anything else apart from that. No, not us -. I was, I did the math. But no, Finn's very good at maths as well, so I'll give him credit for that. So, he was probably doing the same. Green, who partnered with Allen for the unbroken third-wicket stand, said he was chuffed for Allen to get the century. So special. I think you only get the chance to be at the other end a handful of times in your career, so that's one of them. Nothing really. I think, Finn, all he said was, 'See you next over.' I was just the other end playing second fiddle. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Obviously, Sunny (Sunil Narine) and Varun (Chakaravarthy) have been awesome. Anu (Anukul Roy) has been chipping in as well. No, you definitely don't look that far ahead (to the playoffs). I think we still have to win every game from here. So, we won't be looking that far ahead. Article Source: IANS
Finn Allen Becomes First New Zealand Batter To Achieve This Big Feat
New Zealand batter Finn Allen, who smacked a match-winning ton for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) against Delhi Capitals (DC), became the first Kiwi batter to smash three T20 centuries in a calendar year.
KKRs Captain Rahane Credits Bowlers for Dominant Victory Over DC in IPL 2026
New Delhi, May 8: In the 51st match of IPL 2026, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) showcased an impressive performance, defeating the Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 wickets. This victory marked KKRs fourth consecutive win, leaving captain Ajinkya Rahane visibly pleased. Rahane attributed the success against DC to his bowlers. He stated, I want to ... Read more KKRs Captain Rahane Credits Bowlers for Dominant Victory Over DC in IPL 2026
Axar Patel Reflects on Delhi Capitals Defeat Against KKR in IPL 2026
New Delhi, May 8: In the 51st match of IPL 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) faced a disappointing 8-wicket loss against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday. Captain Axar Patel expressed his frustration following another defeat at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Patel highlighted that losing five wickets in just two to three overs ... Read more Axar Patel Reflects on Delhi Capitals Defeat Against KKR in IPL 2026
End Of Delhi Capitals' IPL 2026 Hopes? Axar Patel Makes Stunning 'Next Year' Remark
Axar Patel admitted that both his team's batters and bowlers let the side down after Delhi Capitals suffered a humiliating eight-wicket defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders.
'Most hated man in Kolkata': Green reveals how he helped Allen complete IPL ton
Allens unbeaten 100 off 47 balls helped Kolkata Knight Riders register their fourth straight win in IPL 2026 on Friday. KKR chased down 143 in 14.2 overs to win by eight wickets.
'He was struggling, but' Rahane opens up on Finn Allens transformation
Ajinkya Rahane lauded Kolkata Knight Riders' complete performance after their dominant win over Delhi Capitals. He highlighted Finn Allen's match-winning century and the bowlers' consistent discipline, particularly the spin trio, for setting up the victory. Rahane also credited the support staff and the team's focus on the present moment for their success.
Finn Allens maiden IPL century powers KKR to dominant win over DC
Kolkata Knight Riders secured a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals, fueled by a stellar spin attack and Finn Allen's explosive maiden IPL century. This fourth consecutive win keeps KKR's playoff aspirations burning bright, while Delhi faces mounting pressure. Allen's unbeaten 100 off 47 balls guided KKR to a swift chase after restricting Delhi to 142.
Updated IPL 2026 Points Table: Finn Allen Century Reignites KKR's Playoff Hopes
Kolkata Knight Riders' spinners strangled Delhi Capitals with a ruthless choke before Finn Allen unleashed a brutal six-hitting exhibition to power the visitors to a comfortable eight-wicket win and reignite their IPL playoff hopes.
IPL 2026: Allens Unbeaten 47-ball Hundred Takes KKR To A Clinical Eight-wicket Win Over DC
Kolkata Knight Riders: Big-hitting opener Finn Allen produced a stunning unbeaten century off just 47 balls to power Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a clinical eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. Allens superb knock, laced with five fours and ten sixes, ensured KKR completed a chase of 143 with 34 balls to spare and helped the three-time champions seal their fourth consecutive win of the season. He was ably supported by Cameron Green, who hit 33 not out off 27 balls, as the duo shared an unbroken 116-run stand off 64 balls. Where KKR's spinners had suffocated Delhi's batters into submission and kept them to 142/8, Allen ensured no such misery awaited his side by launching a ferocious assault on DC's bowling attack that rendered the target an afterthought. KKR began positively from the first ball, as Allen drove and whipped Mitchell Starc for boundaries. Though DC briefly halted KKRs charge captain Ajinkya Rahanes stay ended with a freak run-out at the non-strikers end as Mitchell Starc's outstretched hand touched the ball before rolling onto the stumps, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi attempted a sweep off Axar Patel, but the ball rolled off his gloves to hit the stumps. Allen had other plans entirely. Once Cameron Green arrived to steady the innings, Allen simply refused to be contained cutting, sweeping and thumping with authority to bring up his fifty off 32 balls via a scoop off Starc over fine leg which was both effortless and imperious. The middle overs belonged emphatically to KKR, as Kuldeep Yadav was dispatched repeatedly. Allen pulled him over deep mid-wicket and then thumped him straight down the ground, while Green launched a monstrous six off the same bowler over deep mid-wicket. Leg-spinner Vipraj Nigam bore the heaviest punishment as Allen smashed three consecutive sixes off the leg-spinner in the 13th over - twice over long-off and once with a ferocious pull through deep mid-wicket - before moving into the nineties with another towering maximum off Kuldeep. Allen fittingly finished off the chase and got his century in style by dispatching Mukesh Kumar into the stands over mid-wicket for six. DCs spinners conceded 102 runs from nine overs for just one wicket, as Allen made merry to get a thumping win for KKR. Leg-spinner Vipraj Nigam bore the heaviest punishment as Allen smashed three consecutive sixes off the leg-spinner in the 13th over - twice over long-off and once with a ferocious pull through deep mid-wicket - before moving into the nineties with another towering maximum off Kuldeep. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals 142/8 in 20 overs (Pathum Nissanka 50, Ashutosh Sharma 39; Kartik Tyagi 2-25, Anukul Roy 2-31) lost to Kolkata Knight Riders 147/2 in 14.2 overs (Finn Allen 100 not out, Cameron Green 33 not out; Axar Patel 1-27) by eight wickets Article Source: IANS
KKR hammer DC by eight wickets as Allen smashes unbeaten ton
New Delhi: Finn Allen smashed a 47-ball 100 not out as Kolkata Knight Riders thrashed Delhi Capitals by eight wickets to register their fourth win on the trot in the IPL, here on Friday, May 8. Opting to bowl, KKR spinners led by Sunil Narine strangled Delhi Capitals in the middle overs on a tacky 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 2026: Finn Allens Explosive Century Leads KKR to Victory Over DC
New Delhi, May 8: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) showcased an impressive performance, defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 wickets on Friday. Chasing a target of 143 runs at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, KKR achieved the score comfortably, losing just 2 wickets in 14.2 overs. This marks KKRs ... Read more IPL 2026: Finn Allens Explosive Century Leads KKR to Victory Over DC
Tripura Chief Minister and BJP Leaders to Attend Oath Ceremonies in West Bengal and Assam
Kolkata, May 8: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha and several senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will participate in the oath-taking ceremonies of the newly elected BJP-led governments in West Bengal and Assam on May 10 and 12, respectively. In the recently concluded assembly elections, the BJP made history by coming to power ... Read more Tripura Chief Minister and BJP Leaders to Attend Oath Ceremonies in West Bengal and Assam
IPL 2026: Finn Allens Ton Powers KKR To 8-Wicket Win Over DC
Finn Allen smashed a 47-ball 100 not out as Kolkata Knight Riders thrashed Delhi Capitals by eight wickets to register their fourth win on the trot in the IPL
KKR vs DC IPL 2026 Finn Allens unbeaten century powers Kolkata Knight Riders to victory
Finn Allen's sensational unbeaten century powered Kolkata Knight Riders to their fourth consecutive victory, defeating Delhi Capitals by eight wickets. Chasing 143, Allen anchored the innings with a blistering 100 off 47 balls, guiding Kolkata to an easy win. This dominant performance marked his maiden IPL century and solidified Kolkata's strong campaign.
IPL 2026 Live: Allen And Rs 25.20 Crore Star Solid, KKR Cruise In Chase vs DC
DC vs KKR LIVE Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Kolkata Knight Riders are chasing a target of 143 against Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
IPL 2026: It Comes Down To Hard Work And A Lot Of Time Spent In The Nets, Says Narine
Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders spinners once again dictated terms as the threetime champions restricted Delhi Capitals to 142/8 in their IPL 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday, with veteran off-spinner Sunil Narine saying that the superlative performance is down to the value of hard work and preparation in the nets. On a dry pitch with cracks opening up, DC threatened to post a big total through Pathum Nissankas fluent 29ball fifty. But KKRs spin trio of Narine, Anukul Roy, and Varun Chakravarthy applied the choke to derail DC and restrict them to 142/8. I think it comes down to hard work and a lot of time spent in the nets. We have a very strong bowling group; the seamers and the spinners work together to contain the opposition in the middle overs. I think if you allow the spinners to dictate terms without showing enough intent, it makes our job much easier, said Narine in a mid-innings chat with the broadcasters. The slowdown was dramatic - between overs 11 and 16, DC managed only 20 runs for two wickets, the lowest tally in that phase across IPL 2026, according to CricViz. Looking ahead to the chase, Narine said, Hopefully, our batters can apply pressure in the Powerplay, get a good start, and build the momentum needed to finish the game as clinically as possible. When your plans start working midway, you gain that necessary selfbelief. Its about sticking to our strategies, respecting the game, and focusing on execution. I never believe any total is small in the IPL. Well look to win the Power-play, rotate the strike in the middle overs, and take the game deep. If we keep wickets in hand, it should be a successful chase, he added. The slowdown was dramatic - between overs 11 and 16, DC managed only 20 runs for two wickets, the lowest tally in that phase across IPL 2026, according to CricViz. Looking ahead to the chase, Narine said, Hopefully, our batters can apply pressure in the Powerplay, get a good start, and build the momentum needed to finish the game as clinically as possible. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Such was the effect of the slowdown that from overs 11-16, DC scored just 20 runs for the loss of two wickets and as per CricViz, this is the lowest number of runs scored in this particular phase of the innings in any game in IPL 2026. It took Ashutosh Sharma's late 28-ball 39 to take DC past 140, but the batting issues continued to haunt the hosts, with Kartik Tyagi being excellent in the back end to pick 2-25. Article Source: IANS
Suvendu Adhikari Claims Government Formation in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 8: Suvendu Adhikari, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), met with Governor R.N. Ravi at the Raj Bhavan in Kolkata on Friday. During this meeting, Adhikari presented his claim to form the government. He was accompanied by prominent leaders including Dilip Ghosh, Locket Chatterjee, and Tapas Roy. With Suvendu Adhikari being ... Read more Suvendu Adhikari Claims Government Formation in West Bengal
IPL 2026: Spinners Apply The Choke As Impressive KKR Restrict DC To 142/8
Kolkata Knight Riders: A commanding spin bowling display helped three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) restrict Delhi Capitals to a below-par 142/8 in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. On a pitch which had some dry cracks, KKRs vaunted spin attack dismantled DCs batting line-up after they had a bright time in the Power-play, with Pathum Nissanka making a 29-ball fifty. While Anukul Roy stood out by taking 2-31, Sunil Narine (1-17) and Varun Chakaravarthy (0-28) were also miserly in their spells to apply the spin choke on DC. Such was the effect of the slowdown that from overs 11-16, DC scored just 20 runs for the loss of two wickets and as per CricViz, this is the lowest number of runs scored in this particular phase of the innings in any game in IPL 2026. It took Ashutosh Sharma's late 28-ball 39 to take DC past 140, but the batting issues continued to haunt the hosts, with Kartik Tyagi being excellent in the back end to pick 2-25. Electing to bowl first, KKR had to bide their time to get their first breakthrough as Nissanka wasted little time in punishing anything loose with authority, while KL Rahul looked equally assured at the other end, as the duo collectively hit eight boundaries in 4.5 overs. KKR finally got their first breakthrough when Rahul mistimed a slog off Tyagi and was caught by mid-on. After DC ended power-play at 55/1, Nissanka continued to effortlessly hit boundaries with precision and got his fifty in 29 balls. But from the other end, KKR continued to land punches -- Nitish Rana, who once played for them, was undone by a well-disguised short ball from Cameron Green and gloved to short fine leg. After Sameer Rizvi slog-swept to deep mid-wicket off Sunil Narine, Nissanka was stumped on the very next delivery after getting his fifty -- a wide from Roy lured him down the pitch and Angkrish Raghuvanshi whipped the bails in a flash. Two balls later, Roy castled Tristan Stubbs through the gate to reduce DC to 89/5 in 10.5 overs. The middle-over squeeze was suffocating. Between overs 7-14, Delhi managed just 45 runs and lost four wickets -- the lowest middle-overs aggregate in this season. Axar Patel and Ashutosh found getting boundaries almost impossible to come by against Narine and Chakaravarthy, who didnt give any room for it. Just as KKR appeared to be cruising to a formality, Chakaravarthy's final over proved costly. Ashutosh launched him for a six into the sightscreen before cutting two fours in succession and looting 16 runs from the 17th over. Ashutosh's counterattack at least gave DCs total some semblance of respectability, even as Axars lean run continued by pulling to mid-wicket off Vaibhav Arora. But Tyagi responded with a superb final over, claiming Ashutosh and seeing Mitchell Starc run out in the span of just three runs to keep DC below 150, as KKR will now fancy their chances of getting their fourth consecutive win. Just as KKR appeared to be cruising to a formality, Chakaravarthy's final over proved costly. Ashutosh launched him for a six into the sightscreen before cutting two fours in succession and looting 16 runs from the 17th over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals 142/8 in 20 overs (Pathum Nissanka 50, Ashutosh Sharma 39; Kartik Tyagi 2-25, Anukul Roy 2-31) against Kolkata Knight Riders Article Source: IANS
Suvendu Adhikari set to become first BJP CM in West Bengal
Suvendu Adhikari was on Friday (May 8, 2026) elected the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, and will take oath as the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal. The decision was taken at the BJP legislature meeting in Kolkata in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Mr. Adhikari will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bengal on Saturday (May 9, 2026) at the Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata.
Suvendu Adhikari Expresses Gratitude for His Election as BJP Legislative Leader
Kolkata, May 8: Suvendu Adhikari, poised to become the next Chief Minister of West Bengal, was elected as the leader of the BJP legislative party on Friday. In a media interaction, Adhikari expressed his gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP National President Nitin Gadkari. Adhikari stated that it ... Read more Suvendu Adhikari Expresses Gratitude for His Election as BJP Legislative Leader
Suvendu Adhikari Expresses Gratitude for Leadership Role
Kolkata, May 8: Suvendu Adhikari, who is set to become the next Chief Minister of West Bengal, was elected as the leader of the BJP legislative party on Friday. In a conversation with the media, Adhikari expressed his gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP National President Nitin Gadkari. ... Read more Suvendu Adhikari Expresses Gratitude for Leadership Role
KL Rahul Achieves Historic Milestone in IPL 2026
New Delhi, May 8: In the 51st match of IPL 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) faced off against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. KL Rahul made history by becoming the first batsman to score 1,000 runs in the IPL while playing for three different franchises. Rahul reached this remarkable ... Read more KL Rahul Achieves Historic Milestone in IPL 2026
IPL 2026: India Head Coach Gambhir Arrives At Arun Jaitley Stadium To Watch DC-KKR Clash
Arun Jaitley Stadium: India head coach Gautam Gambhir has arrived at the Arun Jaitley Stadium to watch the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 contest between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), a fixture that carries huge significance for both teams if they are to maintain themselves in the race to the playoffs. Apart from Gambhir, dressed in a black shirt and blue jeans, his wife Natasha has also accompanied him to the stadium, and so has India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak. Gambhir has strong ties to both franchises, captaining KKR to two Indian Premier League (IPL) titles in 2012 and 2014, respectively, and also represented DC in two spells of his playing career in the competition. The duo was later seen sitting with BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla and senior men's selection committee member RP Singh in the hospitality stands. Gambhirs watchful presence has added a layer of intrigue to an already highstakes encounter. With Gambhir and Kotak in attendance, the duo is expected to keep an eye on performances in Fridays clash featuring many regular India players ahead of the sides upcoming international assignments across all three formats. The duo was later seen sitting with BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla and senior men's selection committee member RP Singh in the hospitality stands. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gambhir and Kotak, along with fast bowling coach Morne Morkel, fielding coach T. Dilip, and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate, will regroup when India takes on Afghanistan in a one-off Test in New Chandigarh from June 6-10, before the three ODIs between the two teams take place in Dharamsala, Lucknow, and Chennai on June 14, 17, and 20, respectively. It is followed by a two-game T20I series in Ireland and white-ball tours of England and Zimbabwe. Article Source: IANS
Starbucks bullish on India growth story; opens first Reserve store in east India at Kolkata
Tata Starbucks sees strong long-term growth in India's coffee market. The company is expanding its presence with new Starbucks Reserve stores. India remains a fast-growing market for Starbucks, with plans for more outlets. The focus is on sustainable and profitable expansion. Coffee penetration in India is growing, offering significant opportunities.
Infiltration, cattle smuggling will become impossible in Bengal under BJP: Shah
KOLKATA: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said infiltration and cattle smuggling would become impossible in West Bengal under the BJP government, as he formally announced Suvendu Adhikari as the leader of the BJP legislature party and the partys chief ministerial face. Addressing BJP MLAs and senior leaders at a charged legislature party meeting []
Kolkata Knight Riders: Delhi Capitals left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc said he has settled back into the rhythm of T20 cricket and hopes to spark a turnaround in momentum as his side prepares to face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. Seventh-placed DC have eight points and need to break their four-game losing streak at home if they are to be alive in the race to the playoffs. Starc joined DC from their clash against the Rajasthan Royals last week and has picked up three wickets in two games. It took me sort of the first game to get up to speed with T20 again, but the third game for me, and hopefully we can change a bit of our momentum as well. Oh, easy to say coming from a 36yearold with some experience, but I just feel like I've gotten to a place where I could make sure I tick all the boxes of things that I feel like I need to execute skillwise. I've always kind of had that fitness side where I feel like I know what I need to get my body right from a fitness perspective in terms of the gym and the running and time on legs. I could do what I needed to do in terms of T20 cricket with the execution of yorkers, the different skill sets over four overs, not so much the workload side of things, but more about executing the different balls required in this format of the game, Starc said in a pre-game chat with the broadcasters. On the challenge of bowling in the powerplay, Starc explained: I guess it's about getting your head around the size of the grounds here and the wickets and sort of taking, I guess we've heard it time again, taking the ego out of it in terms of the bowling side of things. I guess there's a lot of expectation on the batters these days. You're looking at scores of 250plus or scores over 200 a lot of the time. So the expectation there is there for the batters. In terms of the bowlers, it's trying to stay a step ahead, trying not to be too predictable. We know that the runs are going to flow at times in the power play. It's just trying to take those wickets and trying to get into that middle order through a power play is the best way to stem the flow of runs. So you've got to take the luck when you've got it, but also try and, I guess, not get too far down when the ball does tend to flow around a little bit. Assessing the pitches in New Delhi, where varied surfaces have been on offer in the competition so far, Starc, who won IPL 2024 with KKR, stated that adaptability will be the key to break their hoodoo at home. I watched a couple from the sides when I first got here. I guess the thing that we've taken from this ground is that we've had a different wicket every time we've played here. So I guess it's adapting the quickest out of the teams, and we probably haven't done that to the best of our abilities at home so far this year. I think we're playing on the wicket that was the Punjab game, which I was here at and watched. If it's like that game, it might be nice for batting. But I think it's taking out what's happened in terms of our season or games here and just approaching this game with the best of our ability. KKR wicketkeeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi said every clash is important for them to have a slight chance at entering the playoffs. I think every game from now on is very important. I think I value it (the ongoing season) by the team's success, and I think it was tough at first, but we're finally getting going. If it's like that game, it might be nice for batting. But I think it's taking out what's happened in terms of our season or games here and just approaching this game with the best of our ability. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think it's very important, and it's been really good. I think I haven't been thinking about that too much. It's just been watching the ball and trying to do what I feel at that moment is best for the team. Article Source: IANS
DC vs KKR Live Score, IPL 2026: KKR Start With Spin Against KL Rahul, Pathum Nissanka
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Suvendu Adhikari Set to Become West Bengals Next Chief Minister Amid Celebrations
Kolkata, May 8: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to form its first government in West Bengal, with Suvendu Adhikari elected as the Chief Minister. This announcement was made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah following a meeting of the BJP legislative party on Friday. The news of Adhikaris appointment has sparked celebrations among ... Read more Suvendu Adhikari Set to Become West Bengals Next Chief Minister Amid Celebrations
Kolkata braces for a historic political event on May 9, 2026, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the swearing-in of West Bengal's first BJP-led government. The city anticipates over a lakh spectators, leading to extensive security and traffic advisories, with significant disruptions expected for commuters and travelers throughout the day.
Who is Suvendu Adhikari, set to become Bengals first BJP Chief Minister
Kolkata: Having served as the Leader of Opposition and the Leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari is all set to swear in as the new Chief Minister of the state. BJP won the 2026 state Assembly elections, defeating Mamata Banerjees All India Trinamool Congress, with Banerjee losing 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 .
KKR Playing XI vs Delhi Capitals: Ex-India Star Wants Players Worth Rs 21 Crore To Debut
Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra urged Kolkata Knight Riders to make two big changes to their playing XI for the IPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals on Friday.
West Bengal Class 10 Board Results Announced: 86.83% Pass Rate with 131 Students in Top 10
Kolkata, May 8: The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) announced the results for the Class 10 (Secondary) board examinations for 2026 on Friday. According to the released results, a total of 86.83% of students successfully passed the board exams this year. Students who appeared for the exams and have been awaiting their results ... Read more West Bengal Class 10 Board Results Announced: 86.83% Pass Rate with 131 Students in Top 10
Mamata Banerjees Swasthya Sathi Scheme faces uncertainty as Kolkata Hospitals restrict admissions
Patients on West Bengal's Swasthya Sathi health scheme face admission hurdles at Kolkata's private hospitals. Uncertainty surrounds the scheme's continuation under the new government. Some hospitals have stopped admissions, while others limit them to emergencies. Financial concerns and low reimbursement rates are cited. Hospitals await official directives on the scheme's future.
Suvendu Adhikari to Be West Bengals New CM; Swearing-In Tomorrow
Suvendu Adhikari has been confirmed as West Bengals new Chief Minister after BJPs historic 207-seat victory. He will take oath at Brigade Parade Ground, Kolkata, with PM Modi and senior NDA leaders attending.
Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM
KOLKATA, May 8: Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was on Friday elected the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, paving the way for him to become the first BJP chief minister of the state. BJP sources said Adhikaris name was proposed at the legislature party meeting here and formally announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the presence of newly elected BJP MLAs and senior party leaders. The swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government will [] The post Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Left Front to hold protest rally in Kolkata over 'attacks' on working people after poll results
The LF constituents will hold the protest in the Esplanade area of the City's central district, a Front functionary said
Kolkata, May 8: Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla stated on Friday that it does not matter whether Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee resigns or not, as the new Chief Minister will take the oath on Saturday. Speaking to reporters, Shringla emphasized that the significance of Banerjees resignation is negligible since her governments term has ... Read more Mamata Banerjees Resignation Unnecessary as New CM Set to Take Oath Tomorrow, Says Harsh Vardhan Shringla
Kolkata Knight Riders take on Delhi Capitals in a crucial IPL 2026 clash at Arun Jaitley Stadium. KKR seek a fourth straight win while DC battle to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Akhilesh Reiterates Support For TMC, DMK; Swipes At Congress
Yadav also posted on X photographs of his meeting with Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata and with DMK chief MK Stalin.
Who will be the next Chief Minister of West Bengal? Check the latest updates here
Who will be the next CM of West Bengal? The BJP legislature party is meeting in Kolkata on May 8, 2026, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in attendance to elect the partys leader and the next Chief Minister of West Bengal. Suvendu Adhikari has emerged as the strong frontrunner after the partys historic victory that ended TMCs 15-year rule.
Delhi Capitals still haunted by 'mental scar' of Gujarat Titans loss: Ex-India cricketer
Former India spinner Murali Kartik feels Delhi Capitals' IPL campaign was derailed by a one-run loss to Gujarat Titans, leaving them mentally scarred. Despite a decent squad, DC has struggled since that defeat, experiencing extreme results. Now seventh, they face a resurgent Kolkata Knight Riders, who are in winning form.
Mamata Banerjee Retains Chief Minister Tag on Social Media Despite Assembly Dissolution
Kolkata, May 8: Despite the dissolution of the 17th Assembly in West Bengal, Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee has not updated her social media profiles. Officially, she is now the former Chief Minister of West Bengal, yet her profiles still display the Chief Minister tag. Mamata Banerjee continues to use the title Honorable Chief Minister, ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Retains Chief Minister Tag on Social Media Despite Assembly Dissolution
Amit Shah arrives in Kolkata to attend BJP's legislature party meeting, swearing in of new govt
Mr. Shah was received at the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport by BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari
PM Modi to Attend Historic Oath Ceremony in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 8: Samik Bhattacharya, the West Bengal BJP state president, announced that preparations for forming a government in the state are complete. He emphasized that the upcoming oath ceremony will be historic. The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled for Saturday at 10 AM, featuring prominent leaders and chief ministers from across the country. Bhattacharya stated ... Read more PM Modi to Attend Historic Oath Ceremony in West Bengal
Amit Shah arrives in Kolkata to finalise Bengals first BJP CM, cabinet ahead of swearing-in ceremony
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is in Kolkata to select the first BJP Chief Minister and cabinet. He will chair meetings with legislative party leaders and MLAs. The new government's oath-taking ceremony is scheduled for Saturday. Chief Ministers from 20 states will attend the event. The new CM will visit Writers Buildings and Vidhan Sabha.
Bengal Assembly dissolved, Mamata Banerjee maintains Chief Minister tag on social media
Kolkata: Mamata Banerjee is officially now a former Chief Minister of West Bengal, following Governor R.N. Ravis announcement of the dissolution of the state Legislative Assembly, which also means the automatic end of the previous state Cabinet led by her. The Governor announced this on Thursday evening. However, in her official social media handles (both 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 .
