M&M secures order to supply 35,000 Scorpio Pik Ups to Indonesias Agrinas
MUMBAI, Feb 4: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) on Wednesday said it has secured an order to supply 35,000 units of its light commercial vehicle Scorpio Pik Up to Indonesian state-owned firm Agrinas Pangan Nusantara. The vehicles will be supplied in 2026 as part of a cooperative project in the South-east Asian country. These pick-up vehicles for the Koperasi Desa/Kelurahan Merah Putih (KDKMP) project will play a crucial role in enhancing logistics for Koperasi (cooperatives) being set up across the [] The post M&M secures order to supply 35,000 Scorpio Pik Ups to Indonesias Agrinas appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mumbai-Pune Expressway: Traffic Paralysed After Gas Tanker Overturns
The highway traffic police have appealed to motorists to avoid travelling on the expressway as far as possible until normal traffic movement is restored.
Varun Dhawan shares BTS of Border 2 director giving finishing touches to his look
Mumbai: Actor Varun Dhawan offered a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the sets of his latest release Border 2 as he shared moments of director Anurag Singh giving final finishing touches to his character. Varun took to the Instagram stories section, where he re-shared a video originally posted by his fan club. In the video, Anurag is 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 .
Passengers left stranded as flight bound for Mumbai cancelled
Chennai: Passengers were left stranded at the airport here as a private air carrier bound for Mumbai was cancelled ahead of its journey, airport authorities said on Wednesday, February 4. Some of the passengers who had connecting flights from Mumbai to other destinations decided to book other flights on their own in order to continue 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 .
Rajya Sabha continues discussion on motion of thanks on President`s Address
Parliament witnessed chaos during the Motion of Thanks debate as eight opposition MPs were suspended and Rahul Gandhi accused the government of blocking his speech on national security and Ladakh standoff issues
Russia launches massive drone and missile strike on Ukraine ahead of peace talks
Russia fired nearly 450 drones and 70 missiles targeting multiple Ukrainian regions, including key power infrastructure, just a day before crucial US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Head coach Michael Klinger felt the Gujarat Giants' WPL 2026 season demonstrated noticeable progress, despite an overall sense of unfinished goals, as the side concluded their campaign with a loss to Delhi Capitals in the Eliminator on Tuesday. Securing second place on the points table marked a positive advancement and showed that the Giants maintained composure in close matches throughout the league phase. However, it also identified areas for improvement, especially during the most critical moments. They achieved a clean sweep of UP Warriorz, ending a long winless streak against the Mumbai Indians, and narrowly defeated Delhi Capitals twice in last-over finishes, with Sophie Devine's calm under pressure playing a key role. The margins of victory were often very close, and their confidence was clear, even though losses to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in both encounters prevented a higher league-stage position. As Klinger noted, the season ended in disappointment once again, with the Giants missing out on successive Eliminators in 2025 and 2026. Yeah, certainly, finishing outright second this year is a huge improvement. Probably the two finals (Eliminators) we played, both last year and this year, we just didn't play at our best. We spoke about it today in our team meeting - that when we play close to our best, we're a chance to beat any team in this competition - and we just weren't quite there today, in our batting and our bowling, Klinger said, addressing the media after the Giants' loss to DC. Nonetheless, the overall evaluation stayed positive. We've learned a lot about our squad this year. Whether we won the final or not, or the championship or not, we're pretty clear on the areas we need to improve next year. We've got plenty of time - about 10 months now - to watch more cricket from both local and overseas players, tinker a little bit, and hopefully come back bigger and stronger next year. To qualify two years in a row, there are always teams who would much prefer to be where we are than already gone home. So we're satisfied with that, but at the same time we're aiming for bigger things. It didn't happen this year, but we'll keep giving ourselves a chance by qualifying, and hopefully next year we'll play stronger cricket in the bigger games, he said. Klinger expressed optimism about the Indian talent in the squad, viewing this season as a foundation rather than a ceiling. I think it's about players taking the next step. Anushka (Sharma) had a good season for her first year. She got a lot of good starts, which for a young player is fantastic. The next step for her is realising how good she is, and that she can be a 300-plus run WPL player going forward. She's a fantastic player and person, and she's probably a big chance to play for India before next year's WPL. I hope she does, because that international experience will help her for us next year as well. I thought Bharti (Fulmali) started the season really well and played some fantastic innings. Potentially, the lower bounce here (in Vadodara) didn't quite suit her, so she couldn't get going. It's more about belief - that they don't just have to contribute, but can dominate, like some of the other Indian batters in the competition. If they come in with that attitude next year, they'll be fine. Obviously, we'll have Yastika (Bhatia) next year, touch wood, if she's fit and healthy, which will add another quality Indian player, said Klinger. Klinger discussed effort, balance, and potential improvements from a bowling perspective. He highlighted the narrow victories over DC as proof of the team's fighting spirit, which they highly value. The two wins against Delhi showed our fighting spirit - even when we were up against it in the last six balls. We talk about that a lot. In our team room, we have a big sign that says 'fight'. We'll certainly speak to all the players - maybe not tonight with emotions running high, but over time. Everyone's going back to domestic cricket, and there are areas everyone can work on, whether it's our quicks or our spinners. Klinger discussed effort, balance, and potential improvements from a bowling perspective. He highlighted the narrow victories over DC as proof of the team's fighting spirit, which they highly value. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Regarding the spinners, who played a smaller role, Klinger said, Our spinners didn't get as many overs this year - TK (Tanuja Kanwer) and Raj (Rajeshwari Gayakwad) - but that was more about our team make-up. We had a lot of all-rounders: Ash (Gardner), Georgia (Wareham), Sophie Devine. We didn't have Georgia last year. With three overseas all-rounders bowling, it wasn't a reflection on the spinners, just how we balanced our overs. Article Source: IANS
Kurar police arrest gang member in packers and movers fraud case
Kurar police busted a fake packers and movers gang that allegedly cheated TV actress Khushi Chaudhary and fled with her valuables. Police recovered the stolen goods from a Sakinaka godown and arrested one accused, while two others remain absconding
Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train: Project achieves second breakthrough as MT-6 completed in Palghar
Rupee dips after India-US trade rally; falls 22 paise to 90.54/USD
Mumbai, Feb 4 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 22 paise to 90.54 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, following a sharp rally after India and the US agreed to a trade deal on suspected dollar buying by corporates and importers. Forex traders said despite the positive sentiment post the India-US trade deal, caution still remains as there is no signed or officially released trade agreement yet no framework text or final documentation. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 90.35 against the US dollar, then lost ground and fell to 90.54, registering a loss
Brace for a warm day as IMD predicts mercury to soar to 34 degrees Celsius
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the city is expected to witness haze in the morning and mainly clear sky towards afternoon/evening, with temperatures ranging between 20 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius
Mumbai-Pune Expressway jam: A massive jam occurred on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway after a tanker carrying highly flammable propylene gas overturned on the streets. The propylene gas is heavy and authorities immediately stopped the traffic as a precautionary measure. Containers of propylene can rupture if exposed to fire for a long period of time.
Stock market advances in early deals on fresh foreign fund inflows, India-US trade pact
Mumbai, Feb 4 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty were trading higher in early trade on Wednesday, building on previous days sharp rally, amid fresh foreign fund inflows and positive sentiment following the India-US trade deal. A sharp decline in IT stocks, however, restricted the rally in the markets. The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 68.49 points to 83,816.96 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 51.90 points to 25,779.45. From the Sensex firms, Mahindra & Mahindra, Power Grid, Reliance Industries, NTPC, ICICI Bank and ITC were among the biggest gainers. Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, HCL Tech and
Madhuri Dixit recreates iconic Dhak Dhak Karne Laga dance step
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit recreated the dance step of her iconic song Dhak Dhak Karne Laga at a special event in the city on Tuesday. The actress attended the announcement for her upcoming streaming title Maa Behen. In the film, she essays the role of Triptii Dimris mother. The team of Maa Behen shared, 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 .
India and US boost strategic ties, focus on Quad and minerals cooperation
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed expanding bilateral and Quad cooperation, focusing on critical minerals, trade opportunities, and Indo-Pacific security during talks in Washington
Bridgerton: Mumbai Police warns of 'masked guests'
Mumbai Police has taken a creative leap, stepping into the shoes of Lady Whistledown from 'Bridgerton' to bring attention to online safety. Their engaging social media campaigns, echoing the dramatic flair of the award-winning series, caution the public against lurking 'masked guests' in cyberspace.
Maharashtra: How Shubhada Kawale is changing exam futures in rural area
Former chemistry professor Shubhada Rohit Kawale continues to teach and mentor underprivileged Std XII students in Sangamner years after retirement. Through free classes, counselling, and emotional support, she helps rural students overcome academic stress and financial barriers to succeed in Maharashtra State Board examinations
Candelas electric hydrofoil ferry sets new distance record at sea
Sweden-based Candelas electric hydrofoiling ferry P-12 has completed a record 160-nautical-mile journey from Gothenburg to Oslo, marking the longest electric sea voyage by a passenger vessel. Using submerged hydrofoil wings to lift its hull above water, the ferry cuts drag significantly and reduces energy consumption by nearly 80 per cent
Traffic chaos on Mumbai-Pune Expressway after tanker overturns; passengers stuck for hours
The highway traffic police have appealed to motorists to avoid travelling on the expressway as far as possible until normal traffic movement is restored
French prosecutors raid X offices, summon Elon Musk in cybercrime probe
French prosecutors have raided the offices of Elon Musks social media platform X as part of a preliminary investigation into alleged cybercrime offences, including the spread of child sexual abuse material, sexually explicit deepfakes and Holocaust denial. Authorities have summoned Musk and former X CEO Linda Yaccarino for voluntary interviews
Canada arrests three Indian nationals in Surrey firing incident
Canadian police have arrested three Indian nationals after shots were fired outside a residence in Surreys Crescent Beach neighbourhood during an anti-extortion patrol. The accused were taken into custody following reports of gunfire and a small fire outside the home and have been remanded until Thursday
Thirteen-year-old swims 4 km for help after family swept out to sea
A 13-year-old boy swam for nearly four hours to shore after his family was swept out to sea in Geographe Bay while kayaking and paddleboarding. After his kayak capsized, the boy continued swimming and alerted authorities, enabling marine rescue teams to locate and save his family 14 km offshore
Bihar govt tables Rs 3.47 lakh crore budget in assembly
The Bihar government on Tuesday tabled a Rs 3.47 lakh crore budget in the state Assembly, projecting a strong economic growth rate of 14.9 per cent for the current financial year. Presented by Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav, the budget allocates an annual scheme outlay of Rs 1.22 lakh crore
The traffic on Mumbai-Pune Expressway took a major hit on Tuesday evening after a tanker carrying highly flammable and heavy propylene gas overturned near the Adoshi tunnel. The jam continued for more than 12 hours and thousands of commuters were stranded deprived of food, water and toilet facilities. The accident occurred around 5 pm, following which traffic from Pune towards Mumbai was immediately stopped as a precautionary measure due to the hazardous nature of the gas.
Massive traffic jam on Mumbai-Pune Expressway after gas tanker overturns
Traffic on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway came to a standstill for over seven hours after a chemical gas tanker overturned near the Adoshi tunnel in Khandala Ghat. Hazardous gas leakage prompted emergency response teams to prioritise safety while clearing the accident site
England Seek Fresh Start at T20 World Cup as Harry Brook Faces Early Test as Captain
England are in search of a fresh start at the T20 World Cup after their Ashes debacle and a series of failures at global white-ball events, with captain Harry Brook under scrutiny on and off the field. The 2010 and 2022 champions, who boast an impressive roster of destructive batsmen and match-winning bowlers, are aiming to win the trophy for a record third time. Brook takes charge at a global tournament for the first time since he replaced Jos Buttler as white-ball skipper last year. Buttler stood down following England's early exit from the 50-over Champions Trophy in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. That came after an embarrassing title defence at the 50-over World Cup in India in 2023 and a semi-final exit at the 2024 T20 World Cup in West Indies and the United States. The 26-year-old Brook, one of England's most gifted all-format players, has recently been in the headlines for the wrong reasons. Last month the Yorkshireman apologised after he was involved in an altercation with a nightclub bouncer during England's tour of New Zealand before the recent Ashes series in Australia, admitting to a terrible mistake. Brook was fined and warned over his conduct by the England and Wales Cricket Board, admitting he was fortunate to keep his job. Now the richly gifted run-scorer has an early chance to shift the focus back on to his batting as he prepares for England's opener against Nepal in Mumbai on Sunday. - Batting firepower - England boast a wealth of explosive talent at the top of the batting order, with Buttler, Phil Salt and Ben Duckett all options as openers at the tournament in India and Sri Lanka. Buttler is now 35, but remains one of the most feared players in limited-overs cricket and is a seasoned campaigner in the Indian Premier League, which is also 20 overs per side. In the middle order, Brook and Tom Banton have the ability to change the game in the blink of an eye while rising talent Jacob Bethell is one of several versatile all-rounders. If there is a potential weakness, it may among the pace bowlerss. Mark Wood is unavailable because of injury while Jofra Archer, another express quick, has only just returned after suffering a side strain during the Ashes. But Josh Tongue has been rewarded for his impressive performances in Australia with inclusion in the 15-man squad. Luke Wood and Sam Curran provide England with left-arm pace options, while fellow seamerJamie Overton, is also dangerous with the bat. Vastly experienced leg-break bowler Adil Rashid leads the spin attack, with all-rounders Liam Dawson, Will Jacks and Rehan Ahmed giving Brook a range of slow-bowling options. England head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director of men's cricket Rob Key will be desperate for success after the recent 4-1 Ashes thumping raised serious questions about their respective futures. England will start the tournament with their tails up after beating co-hosts Sri Lanka in both one-day international and T20 series -- they have lost just one T20 series since the 2024 World Cup. There has been a significant turnover of personnel since England's white-ball purple patch, during which they claimed the 2019 50-over World Cup and the 2022 T20 crowns. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But Brook still has plenty of experience to call upon and, if England's new generation also make their mark, his team could challenge for another title.
Jacob Bethell Spins England to 3-0 T20I Clean Sweep Over Sri Lanka
Jacob Bethell underlined his importance to England's T20 World Cup hopes as he spun them to a hard-fought 12-run win over Sri Lanka to complete a 3-0 clean sweep at Pallekele on Tuesday. The series served as a dress rehearsal for the 20-nation showpiece that Sri Lanka is co-hosting with India. The contest hung in the balance heading into the 18th over with Sri Lanka needing 21 runs off 18 balls with four wickets in hand but the part-time spin of Bethel turned the game. The left-armer snared three wickets in a dramatic over to flip the game on its head as the hosts were skittled for 116 with three balls to spare. Bethel finished with career-best figures of four for 11. It was one of the most fun games I have been part of, said England captain Harry Brook. We showed we can adapt to challenging conditions. Today we bowled 16 overs of spin and to do that against a Sri Lankan side in their own conditions is really satisfying. England had mustered only 128 for nine but showcased their depth and nous, defending a total that looked well below par on a surface offering turn and bounce. After just four overs from the quicks, the spinners took centre stage and wove a web around the Sri Lankan batters, much as they had throughout the tour. The spinners had been pivotal in Englands ODI series triumph in Colombo last week and again proved the ace up their sleeve. England head to India to launch their World Cup campaign with momentum at their backs, while Sri Lanka have plenty of soul-searching to do with their frailties against spin brutally exposed. Bethel found able allies in Will Jacks, who bagged three wickets, while fellow tweakers Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson chipped in with one apiece to keep the hosts on a tight leash. Sam Curran, Englands hero in the opening game with a hat-trick, showed his all-round pedigree in the dead rubber, carving out a career-best 58 from 48 balls to rescue the side that had slipped to 60 for six. Returning quick Dushmantha Chameera, back after a groin injury, was a rare bright spark for Sri Lanka, claiming his maiden five-wicket haul in T20Is. His five for 24 are the best figures in England-Sri Lanka contests and the third-best ever at Pallekele. Very disappointing. We need to address a few areas, especially the options we take against spin bowling, said Sri Lankan captain Dasun Shanaka. I thought we had addressed that issue in the last game but the old problems resurfaced again. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Both sides begin their World Cup campaign next Sunday with Sri Lanka hosting Ireland in Colombo while England face Nepal in Mumbai.
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Dont inconvenience citizens while upgrading infra
Officials acknowledged crowd management needs attention and that will be addressed once work is complete.
The India-US trade deal strengthens one of the most consequential economic partnerships
Bombay High Court curbs sale of basements and parking spaces
The Bombay High Court ruled that basements and parking spaces are common amenities and cannot be sold as independent units or used to claim housing society membership. The judgment strengthens rights of co-operative housing societies across Maharashtra
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Janki Bodiwala says she came to Mumbai for other work and bagged Mardaani 3
Actor Janki Bodiwala reveals she travelled from Ahmedabad to Mumbai for another job, but ended up bagging a role in Mardaani 3. She also opened up about working with Rani Mukerji in the cop drama in her second outing after Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan`s Shaitaan
Navi Mumbai civic body demolishes illegal buildings in Airoli
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation demolished unauthorised constructions in Airolis Sector 2 after MRTP Act notices were ignored. Civic officials imposed penalties and warned of continued strict action against illegal building activities across the city
Ajit Pawar`s son Parth Pawar likely to be nominated to Rajya Sabha
Parth Pawar is likely to be nominated to the Rajya Sabha following his mother Sunetra Pawars appointment as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister. However, controversy surrounding a Pune land deal has prompted discussions within the NCP about considering his brother Jay Pawar instead
SGNP teams rescue maggot-infested Sambar deer after intense search
A male Sambar deer was rescued from Sanjay Gandhi National Park after it was found trapped in an illegal wire snare, suffering severe injuries and maggot infestation. Wildlife teams tracked and tranquillised the animal before removing the wire and providing treatment
Bandra talao revival project to start soon with 18-month timeline
Restoration of Swami Vivekanand Sarovar in Bandra West will begin soon after months of delay. The Rs 15.6 crore project includes lake rejuvenation, desilting, promenade repairs, and three years of maintenance, with work expected to be completed within 18 months
Mumbai gears up for copy-free HSC exams with strict monitoring measures
Mumbai education inspectors warn schools not to withhold HSC admit cards over fees. Flying squads, police presence and surprise checks planned for copy-free board exams 2026
Even after customs exemption in Union Budget, best cancer drugs still far from affordable
Mumbai: Goregaons Masoom terror ends after Republic Day knife robbery arrest
A 26-year-old history-sheeter known as Masoom was arrested by Dindoshi police for allegedly robbing a waiter at knifepoint in Goregaon, Mumbai. The accused, Sabir Islam Sheikh, had created fear in the locality and faces multiple criminal cases, police said.
Mumbai woman killed in UP by ex-hubby, his wife; both held
A shocking murder case has emerged in Gorakhpur, where police arrested a former husband and his current wife for the death of Priya Shetty. The victim, who had a child with the ex-husband, was lured to Gorakhpur under false pretenses. The couple allegedly conspired to kill her after the ex-husband learned of her financial struggles and reconnected with her.
Wingtips of Air India, IndiGo planes touch each other at Mumbai airport
An Air India spokesperson said flight AI2732 operating from Mumbai to Coimbatore was delayed after the aircraft scheduled to operate the service came into contact with another airline's aircraft while waiting on the taxiway prior to take-off
Pune land deal: Action against Parth co if dues not cleared by Feb 10
Firing at Rohit Shettys residence in Mumbai: Lawrence Bishnoi aide gave Rs 40k for 2-wheeler
Gangster Shubham Lonkar, allegedly behind the firing at Rohit Shetty's bungalow, paid Rs 40,000 for the attack scooter. Four Pune youths, involved in arranging the vehicle, were arrested. Lonkar, linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, is still at large. The gang has prior involvement in attacks on Salman Khan and Baba Siddique.
Study: Horse dung polluting water, soil and air in Matheran
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CBI probe shut, 10-yr ED case on MCX, Jignesh Shah closed
Man held with four pistols, cartridges in Thane
Sena MP Naresh Mhaske flags welfare fund imbalance, seeks higher cashless cover for accident
Police not expected to act on home mins instructions to perform illegal acts: Court
Two teen girls arrested for mans murder in Bhiwandi
Thane court acquits five in 2020 police assault case; cites contradictions, lack of evidence
Celina Jaitly breaks silence on broken 15-year marriage
Celina Jaitly, who filed for divorce from her husband Peter Haag in November last year at an Andheri court in Mumbai, has opened up about the reality behind her marriage in a deeply personal social media post. The divorce plea was filed on grounds of domestic violence and abuse, leaving many surprised, especially since Celina had often shared affectionate family moments with Haag and their children online.
PMLA court closes ED probe in MCX-SX case
A Mumbai court has closed the Enforcement Directorate's money-laundering case linked to MCX-SX. This decision benefits Jignesh Shah and former Sebi officials. The court ruled that the case cannot proceed without a valid underlying criminal offense. The Enforcement Directorate's probe originated from a CBI investigation.
Kandivli man booked for sexually abusing dog
Mangrove clean up drive in Navi Mumbai, 1250 kg waste removed
Animal Welfare activists raise concern over detention of sterilized stray dogs in Navi Mumbai
Air India, IndiGo aircraft involved in wingtip collision at Mumbai airport
Both airlines said all passengers were safely disembarked and no injuries were reported.
Maharashtra CM assures relief to kin of Baramati air crash victims
Bracewell progressing 'really good' as NZ prepare for varied conditions
After playing warm-up game against USA in the night in Mumbai, NZ will play back-to-back day games in Chennai to kick off their WC campaign
Maharashtra govt acquires over 20,400 acres for industrial development
SC refuses to vacate Bombay high court stay on Maharashtra Cricket Association election
Nashik civic polls: Himgauri Aher-Adke set to become Nashik mayor
Himgauri Aher-Adke and Machhindra Sanap, son of former mayor Balasaheb Sanap, filed their nomination papers as BJP candidates for the posts of mayor and deputy mayor, respectively, on the final day for submitting nominations
Air India, IndiGo aircraft brush on ground at Mumbai airport with passengers onboard
An IndiGo aircraft and an Air India plane had a wingtip collision at Mumbai airport on February 3. Both planes were carrying passengers at the time of the incident. The IndiGo flight had landed and was taxiing, while the Air India flight was waiting to depart. Passengers were safely disembarked from both aircraft. Investigations into the incident are underway.
Bombay high court gives Abu Salem time to decide on withdrawing emergency parole plea
Ajit Pawar death: Anil Deshmukh seeks judicial probe in Baramati plane crash
Referring to comments made by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, former Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said questions had emerged following contradictory explanations surrounding the crash
Air India, IndiGo Wings Collide On Ground At Mumbai Airport With Passengers On Board
The collision occurred between Air India flight, which was pushing back for departure to Coimbatore and IndiGo flight, which was taxiing after arriving from Hyderabad.
Revamped St Georges mortuary will be inaugurated mid-Feb
Shia Ismailis in Mumbai to celebrate first ascension anniv of Aga Khan V
WPL 2026: It's Just About Keeping Things Super Simple, Doing What We've Done Well, Says Voll
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru top-order batter Georgia Voll said the key to handling huge expectations around the franchise in the 2026 Women's Premier League (WPL) final will be keeping things simple, doing what has gone well for them before and not getting overwhelmed by the occasion. Smriti Mandhana-led RCB are in the WPL final for the second time after finishing as table-toppers in the league stage. The franchise won their first WPL title in 2024 after beating Delhi Capitals in the final at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. RCB awaits the winner of the Eliminator clash between DC and Gujarat Giants in Thursdays title clash at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara. I think obviously it's a big expectation when we see the sort of team that we're a part of and the fan base that we have at RCB is something that I've never been a part of. So, obviously there's that sort of expectation of the fans and outside. But I think within our group it's just about keeping things super simple and doing what we've done well all year and not trying to change that in terms of the final. I think if we can continue to do the small things well and not think too big a picture is what we'll be looking to do and hopefully we can bring that trophy home, Georgia told IANS in a select virtual interaction on Tuesday. The WPL has provided overseas players like Georgia a unique opportunity to share the dressing room with India's domestic players. Georgia, who has made 91 runs in five innings so far for RCB, has taken the mantle of being a researcher for best coffee shops in both Navi Mumbai and Vadodara. She revealed an amusing side to life in the RCB camp, including her ongoing campaign to get skipper Smriti Mandhana to make her a coffee. It's been pretty cool. Obviously, being in these different T20 tournaments around the world, obviously a lot of the Indian girls don't sort of venture over to the Big Bash or the Hundred. You only sort of see a couple of them. To come over here and be sort of a part of their competition and see the way that they go about things as a whole group, we've obviously spent quite a bit of time together and it's been cool to see the way that they go about things and they're pretty quiet off the field as well. I don't see a lot of them other than when they come into my room for a coffee occasionally. I'm still getting Smriti to try and make me a coffee, but that hasn't worked yet. So, hopefully I can get her to make me one by the time we leave here, she said. To come over here and be sort of a part of their competition and see the way that they go about things as a whole group, we've obviously spent quite a bit of time together and it's been cool to see the way that they go about things and they're pretty quiet off the field as well. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Obviously similar to what Georgia said. I haven't got to play much with the Indian players before. So, especially around training and stuff, it's been really nice to see how they go about things and done a lot of bowling in the nets with Radha and Shrey (Shreyanka Patil) which has been really nice just to see how they approach things and the different things that they work on. It's been nice to explore different ways to train and how they go about things. Article Source: IANS
58cr fraud: Cambodia call centre staffer held in Delhi
Thane gets its fifth woman mayor
Y Khemchand Singh to be new Manipur CM, Nemcha Kipgen named deputy CM
Y Khemchand Singh was elected BJP legislature party leader in Manipur and is set to become the states chief minister. Nemcha Kipgen, a senior BJP leader, is likely to be appointed deputy chief minister as the new government forms ahead of the end of Presidents rule
T20 WC: Stayed Calm Through Uncertainty When Scotland Was To Get Last-minute Call-up, Says McCreath
T20 World Cup: Scotland batter Finlay McCreath said he tried to remain calm and focused on training as uncertainty swirled around whether his team would replace Bangladesh at the Men's T20 World Cup, starting on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. Scotland eventually secured their place by replacing Bangladesh in the tournaments main draw due to the latter not agreeing to travel to India due to security reasons. That last-minute entry into the mega event earned the Associate nation a fifth consecutive appearance at the Mens T20 World Cup. Definitely a lot of emotions. A lot of uncertainty was probably the main one. A lot of rumours were flying around on social media. So the emotions were a lot of uncertainty, as we didn't really know what was going on all the time. But I was trying to stay as calm and as neutral as possible and not sort of expect too much. We were still training at the time. So just kind of focusing and trying to be as ready as possible. If the call did come, we would come to the World Cup. So, just trying to stay calm and see what would really happen, McCreath told IANS in a virtual interaction from Bengaluru ahead of the tournament. When the news eventually came of Scotland getting a late entry to the T20 World Cup, joy surrounded McCreath and his family. I was just at home. We had a message that selection was being made that day. So just waiting on the call, really. Not too many expectations, just waiting to find out the news and then managed to tell my family and I spent the night with them, which was awesome. They're really happy and pleased and it was a very proud moment for me, receiving the call up for my first World Cup. It's obviously a dream. Once you start playing, competitions like this, and big occasions are what you dream about. I mean, receiving the news was pretty surreal. A big moment for me in my career. But now I'm here, it's just back to my processes, training hard and just trying to improve and be ready for the start of the tournament. Scotland's qualification for a fifth straight T20 World Cup is a testament to the team's consistency in the shortest format, with McCreath crediting the squad's ability to rise to big occasions. I mean, there's a couple of lads in the squad that are there and they've given us a bit of insight into when they were there. It's credit to the team over the years just to be consistent in this format of the game. We've got some exceptional players that enjoy the big occasion and enjoy putting their hand up when we need them as a team. I think that helps with the consistency and at these big tournaments, we feel like we have the players that step up and enjoy the challenge, he added. After playing warm-up games in Bengaluru, Scotland will play three league games against West Indies, Italy, and England on February 7, 9 and 14 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata before taking on Nepal at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 17. McCreath, 27, will look to draw on his experience of playing for Scotland in the 2016 Mens Under-19 World Cup in Bangladesh as they prepare to face largely alien subcontinental conditions in India. In that tournament, McCreath made 127 runs in six innings and even won the Player of the Match award for hitting an unbeaten 68 and taking three wickets in a 13th Place Play-off Semi-Final against Fiji at Cox's Bazar. It seems like a long, long time ago, but I was there and that was an amazing opportunity. From what I can remember, conditions were good, and were challenging. I played on some really good wickets. So it's nice for myself as a batter to look forward to those wickets. Obviously, the spin will play a big part and the practice we've had so far here has been really helpful for us to get used to the conditions, and acclimatise to the heat. So, draw on those experiences, like you said, and trying to put it all into our performances at the end of the day, he said. After going through the grind of domestic games, McCreath made his white-ball debut for Scotland last year and has played 10 ODIs and four T20Is so far. I had a few matches under my belt and just learning as quickly as possible. Learning from my teammates, opposition, and just trying to get as much information in as possible and while sticking to my strengths, finding the balance while coming in. Obviously, the spin will play a big part and the practice we've had so far here has been really helpful for us to get used to the conditions, and acclimatise to the heat. So, draw on those experiences, like you said, and trying to put it all into our performances at the end of the day, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I guess it's a combination of those things and trying to put it into a performance that will help us as a team. It's a learning process and I'm enjoying the challenges and the experiences at the minute. I'm looking forward to any opportunity I get to try and help us win some games, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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WPL 2026 Eliminator: DC Ask GG To Bat As Both Teams Bank On Unchanged XI
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to bowl first against Gujarat Giants in the crucial Eliminator tie of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the BCA Stadium (Kotambi). With both sides heading into the contest with an unchanged XI from their previous game, the winner will go on to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the final on Thursday. The fourth edition of the Womens Premier League has been characterised by narrow margins, making dominant wins uncommon. Delhi Capitals have experienced this pressure firsthand, failing twice in run chases against Gujarat Giants in the league stage and struggling to finish close games under the steady leadership of Sophie Devine. Those results shaped contrasting routes to the eliminator. Gujarat Giants finished second on the table, sealing their spot with an impressive win over defending champions Mumbai Indians on the final league day. Delhi, in contrast, had to wait until the very end to confirm qualification. Yet, as the Eliminator arrives, past journeys matter little. Both teams arrive with strong recent form at the venue, winning three of their last four matches and having settled into their line-ups after brief tactical adjustments. The main difference is in depth: Delhi Capitals have received match-winning contributions from many players, whereas Gujarat Giants rely heavily on a few key individuals. Whether this reliance costs them, or Devine once again steps up to lead the Giants to their first final, promises an exciting knockout clash. Winning the toss, DC skipper Jemimah Rodrigues said, It looks like a fresh surface. Any target feels chaseable, and with the dew coming in, the pitch should get a little better under lights. Just control the controllables is the message to the team. Today is a new game, if any game matters the most it is tonight. So want to win. Meanwhile, GG captain Ashleigh Gardner said, We were going to bat and just had a feeling they might want to bowl and it worked out well. We want to be aggressive with the bat and take it on the powerplay. Nothing changes for us tonight. Looks very similar to the last couple of wickets. Assess conditions quickly and adapt on the run. Playing XIs: Meanwhile, GG captain Ashleigh Gardner said, We were going to bat and just had a feeling they might want to bowl and it worked out well. We want to be aggressive with the bat and take it on the powerplay. Nothing changes for us tonight. Looks very similar to the last couple of wickets. Assess conditions quickly and adapt on the run. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Giants: Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwer, Renuka Singh Thakur, Rajeshwari Gayakwad Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: Season-opening Win Over MI Gave A Lot Of Confidence, Says RCBs Nadine De Klerk
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Big-hitting all-rounder Nadine de Klerk has pointed to the WPL 2026 opening match, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Mumbai Indians by three wickets, as the catalyst for the franchise believing that this could be a special season for them. In that game at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, RCB were struggling to get going in the chase of 155 and were reeling at 65/5 in the eighth over. But Nadine, who picked a four-for earlier, came in and got going to hit an unbeaten 63 and pull off a heist for RCB. That game began a dominating run for the Smriti Mandhana-led side, who are now gearing up to play the title clash on Thursday. I think momentum is really a big thing in T20 competitions, especially when the games come thick and fast - like they do in this competition. So I guess obviously it was the first game of the tournament and there's been a massive build-up around that game obviously. I guess just to get over the line and get a win from a difficult position with our backs against the wall and then giving ourselves the confidence that if we end up in that same position again, we can do the same thing, and we have actually (done that). It's been different players doing that for us, whether it was Radha or Smriti or Grace or Richa has done it for us and we've had so many batters that actually stood up when we were under pressure and pulled out some sort of miracle, which is obviously great. I think in the final, we're going to need more of that. So it's great that people have done it in this competition and take that confidence with them as well into the final, Nadine told IANS in a select virtual interaction on Tuesday. The tournament has presented challenges in the second half, when action shifted from high-scoring games in Navi Mumbai to pitches in Vadodara giving assistance to spinners. Nadine explained how she has made that adjustment in terms of her all-round role on Vadodaras slow pitches. Obviously quite hard for the bowlers in Navi Mumbai - high-scoring games and the wickets were pretty good for batting, and boundaries were quite small. I guess the biggest thing for us was to just really again stick to our strengths, use your pace off or use your strengths, stay on the stumps as much as you can. It's been a little different, maybe not as much bounce, maybe a little bit slower as well. But I think we've adjusted really well. We've recognised that maybe going down the ground when you're batting is a better option than going across the line. I think we've adapted really well to the conditions and we've executed pretty well over the last couple of games as well, she said. For a long time, Nadine struggled to be a regular starter in WPL playing elevens for RCB and Mumbai Indians. But this time in the absence of star all-rounder Ellyse Perry, Nadine has become a regular starter for RCB seen from her amassing 126 runs as a finisher and being the second leading wicket-taker with 15 scalps. Nadines mantra of finishing games has been very simple: its all about timing, being in a good position and staying really calm in the last four or five overs, when the onus is on her to pull off jaw-dropping heists. The South African revealed that maintaining a never-give-up attitude under pressure comes from an acceptance that failure is part of the game, combined with a personal ritual keeping her grounded. It's not always easy, but I think a little bit of faith really helps. I think just about, I mean, as a professional cricketer, you do know that things are not always going to go your way. You're not going to pick up wickets every game, you're not going to be economical every game, and you're not going to finish off games every single time and I think that is okay as well. I think making peace with the fact that you are going to fail sometimes, that's just how cricket works. Dealing with it, not trying to get hung up on that too much. I think try and move on quickly, whether you've scored hundred or got a duck. I just try to take the learnings and move on quickly. But like I said, it's very important for me in whatever role I play, whether it's with bat or ball. I mean, any cricketer really is always under pressure. So whatever works for you, but like I said, for me, it's just one small prayer that really does miracles. It really just keeps you calm and I think once you are calm, you just make better decisions and your natural skill set will just kick in as well, she elaborated. In RCBs final league game win over UP Warriorz, the scrambled seam became Nadines go-to option Meg Lanning was caught at cover point, while Amy Jones was trapped lbw on WPL debut. She again used the scrambled seam well to get two more scalps in the back-end and add more sheen to her value as the best bowler in middle and death overs in WPL 2026. Nadine signed off by revealing how her South Africa team-mate Anneke Bosch was the main driving force behind her developing the scrambled seam delivery. Its actually a funny story. I'm obviously an out-swing bowler. We actually played a Test match against England. Weird enough, Anneke Bosch was a seamer back in the day. She said to me, try bowling that cross seam ball for the one to kind of that. She bowled someone through the gate by getting it to nip back. I've actually started working on that a bit because people always expect me to swing the ball away. Nadine signed off by revealing how her South Africa team-mate Anneke Bosch was the main driving force behind her developing the scrambled seam delivery. Its actually a funny story. I'm obviously an out-swing bowler. We actually played a Test match against England. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Then I will mix it up with going seam up, hopefully for the one to just go straight on or try and swing it away. So funny that it came from her, who's now a spin bowler. But you learn from different people on this journey as you go, and sometimes different things work for you. I feel like that specific ball has worked really well for me over the last couple of years. Article Source: IANS
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