Greater Noida Man Orders Android Device Online, Opens Parcel To Find Cow Dung
A resident of Greater Noida was shocked to discover cow dung inside a parcel instead of the Android device he had ordered and paid for online.
Noida schools closed today for Guru Dronacharya Mela
Noida school holiday: Schools across Gautam Buddha Nagar, including Noida and Greater Noida, will remain closed on September 9, 2026, for the annual Guru Dronacharya Mela in Dankaur. The fair is organised at the Guru Dronacharya temple and is accompanied by special festivities. Schools have communicated the holiday to parents, including Shiv Nadar schools. Students and parents should follow their respective schools instructions regarding classes and academic activities after the holiday.
Rakesh Mehta death reason: Former Delhi chief secretary Rakesh Mehta, 74, was found dead at his Noida home on Sunday. Police recovered a note in which he cited the reason for his death. Mehta served as Delhi's chief secretary from 2007 to 2010 under Sheila Dikshit, overseeing preparations for the 2010 Commonwealth Games, and had earlier headed the Delhi Transport Corporation.
Jodhpur High Court building case: 7 arrested, 1 detained after SIT probe into construction defects
Digital Desk | Jodhpur, Sep 9 (IANS) Jodhpur Police have arrested seven people and detained an eighth in connection with an investigation into alleged irregularities and serious construction defects in the new Rajasthan High Court building in Jodhpur. Police Commissioner Anshuman Bhomia outlined the investigation and arrests at a Press conference. According to police, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) found the roles of the construction company, firms and individuals associated with the fire-safety system, and officials responsible for supervising the project to be suspicious. Construction of the new High Court building began in 2011 and the structure was handed over in 2019, according to the police. Various defects were reported after the handover, including the collapse of false ceilings, a fire in Courtroom No. 2, cracks in the central dome and damage to pillars. Several institutions, including IIT Jodhpur, IIT Bombay and PTMES, subsequently conducted audits and surveys to assess the condition of the building. Following the findings, police constituted an SIT to conduct a detailed investigation. Samples were collected from the building and sent for forensic examination, while expert opinions were also sought. Police said the investigation raised questions about the role of companies supplying construction materials, agencies involved in executing the work, and individuals responsible for installing the fire-safety system. The role of officials of the Rajasthan State Road Development and Construction Corporation (RSRDC), who were responsible for overseeing and supervising the project, also came under scrutiny. According to the Police Commissioner, the investigation found evidence pointing to alleged criminal breach of trust involving officials. Police formed 12 special teams and four cyber teams to trace the suspects. Raids were conducted at multiple locations in Rajasthan, including Jodhpur, Jaipur, Kota, Bundi and Ajmer, as well as in Alwar, Delhi-NCR, Gurugram, Noida, Patiala and Kapurthala in Punjab, and Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Police said Varendra Garg, owner of VCL Group/Varendra Construction Company, the primary construction firm associated with the project, was detained in Haridwar late on Monday night. According to police, Garg had been changing locations to evade arrest. He was traced with the help of technical surveillance and coordination with police in other states. Jodhpur Police had announced a reward of 50,000 for information leading to his arrest. Police said eight individuals have been located in connection with the case. Seven have been arrested, while the process of arresting the eighth suspect was underway. Those arrested include Jitendra Sharma, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC; Naveen Rai, then Project Manager with RSRDC; Rameshwar Dayal and Gopal Lal, who were associated with the installation of the fire-safety system; Deepak Mittal, formerly with RSRDC and currently an Executive Engineer in Jaipur; and Ajay Kishan Mutha, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC. Police said the arrested accused have been taken on remand and are being questioned. Investigators said further action could follow if the enquiry establishes the involvement of additional individuals, officials or companies.
M3M outbids DLF for Noida land parcel at 1,850 crore, more than double reserve price
M3M has emerged as the highest bidder for a 12.5-acre mixed-use plot in Noida's Sector 108, quoting around 1,850 crore, more than twice the 835-crore reserve price. DLF also participated in the auction, while Godrej Properties did not bid.
M3M emerges as highest bidder for prime Noida land parcels at 1850 crore
Realty firm M3M emerged as the highest bidder for a mixed-use land parcel auctioned by the Noida authority, quoting around Rs 1,850 crore for a 12.5-acre plot in Sector 108, sources said on Tuesday. The Sector 108 parcel had a reserve price of Rs 835 crore and attracted a strong interest, with DLF Ltd also participating in the bidding, the sources said. M3M's bid was approximately Rs 1850 crore, they said. The land parcel is designated for mixed-use development, comprising residential and commercial components, according to the sources. The substantial premium fetched by the Sector 108 parcel highlights strong developer interest in strategically located mixed-use land in Noida, they added. An M3M spokesperson declined to comment immediately, while the Noida authority was yet to announce officially the auction details. DLF Limited, M3M Group and Godrej Properties were shortlisted to bid for this land parcel. However, in Tuesday's bid only two of the groups participated. Godrej ...
M3M emerges highest bidder for 12.5-acre Noida land parcel at 1,850 crore
The auction drew participation from two major realty groups, underscoring strong interest in a strategically located development parcel.
Operation Kavach 2.0: Transport Department Seizes 21 Buses in Gautam Buddha Nagar
The Transport Department in Noida continues its crackdown under Operation Kavach 2.0, seizing 21 buses for violations. Operation Kavach 2.0: Transport Department Seizes 21 Buses in Gautam Buddha Nagar
Former Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta dies by suicide in Noida
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Ex-Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta Dies By Suicide In Noida Flat
Mehta, a 1975 batch officer of the Indian Administrative Service, had served under former Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit.
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Former Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta Commits Suicide at Noida Home
Rakesh Mehta, a former chief secretary of Delhi, took his own life at his Noida residence, citing health and mental issues in a note. Former Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta Commits Suicide at Noida Home
Former Delhi chief secretary Rakesh Mehta dies by suicide at Noida residence
Digital Desk | Noida/New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Former Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta, 74, died by suicide at his home in Noida. Police recovered a note in which he mentioned health and mental issues as the reason for taking the extreme step. His body was discovered on September 6, and the last rites were performed on Sunday. A 1975-batch officer of the Indian Administrative Service, Mehta had a long and distinguished association with the Delhi administration. He served under former Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in different capacities over the years. Before becoming Chief Secretary, he had also held the important post of Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, where he dealt with a wide range of civic issues in the capital. Mehta assumed charge as Chief Secretary of Delhi in 2007 and remained in the position for more than three years. During this period, he was closely associated with the planning and execution of several major projects in the transport, power and civic infrastructure sectors. These initiatives were aimed at improving public services and modernising the citys basic amenities at a time when Delhi was preparing for a high-profile international event. The Commonwealth Games of 2010 were organised in the national capital during his tenure as Chief Secretary. The successful conduct of the games required extensive coordination across multiple departments of the Delhi government, and Mehtas role in the administrative machinery during that phase was widely acknowledged by those who worked with him. Those familiar with his career remembered him as a senior officer who had spent a significant part of his professional life in the service of Delhi. According to police, the case is being treated as suicide on the basis of the note found at the residence and the circumstances of the death. Further formalities are being completed as per procedure.
Rakesh Mehta, former Delhi chief secretary, dies by suicide; cites 'mental health issues' in note
Former Delhi chief secretary Rakesh Mehta, who served during the tenure of former chief minister Sheila Dikshit, allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Noida, officials said on Tuesday.
Former Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta Dies; Police Recovers Suicide Note
Former Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta, top IAS officer who planned for the 2010 Commonwealth Games, has been found dead at his Noida residence by police today. He was aged around 74 or 75 years. The Noida police has taken up
M3M acquires Noida land for record Rs 2,000 crore
M3M India proudly secured a massive 12.5-acre land parcel in Noida for around Rs 2,000 crore, further bolstering its footprint. Alongside this, they acquired an additional 6-acre site in sector 98 for Rs 414 crore. Both properties are earmarked for mixed-use, combining residential and commercial ventures. With a commitment of Rs 2,500 crore for land, they aim to finalize 7.8 million sq. ft. of ongoing projects this fiscal year.
HCLTech opens advanced semiconductor lab in Bengaluru
The facility is expected to strengthen Indias position in the global chip ecosystem, drive semiconductor innovation, says the Noida-based tech firm
A Division Bench found the grounds for detaining student activist Akriti Chaudhary under the National Security Act to be speculative and evidence-free, noting the arrest date itself appeared fabricated, and directed the compensation be recovered from the salaries of the District Magistrate and other officers involved.
SSC Junior Hindi Translator Exam At Noida Centre Rescheduled; New Date Announced
Candidates at Noida centre faced long waits and frustration as the SSC JHT exam could not start on time and was rescheduled to September 13.
Noida student served Rs 5 lakh peace-bond notice over Jantar Mantar protest, later revoked
Jewar : Turning out to be another jewel in Noidas cap
Jantar Mantar protest: Noida student gets notice, later revoked
The notice required the student to show cause why he should not be ordered to maintain peace for six months by furnishing a personal bond of 5 lakh and sureties of an equal amount from two local solvent persons
Greater Noida Plans 105-Metre Road To Ganga Expressway, Six-Lane Elevated Link To Jewar Airport
Monkeys turn residents in Noida society into cages, authorities debate jurisdiction
Residents of Gulshan Botania in Noidas Sector 144 say rhesus macaques have repeatedly entered homes, damaged belongings and raided kitchens, forcing them to keep windows and balcony doors secured. Despite repeated complaints to multiple authorities and attempts to hire private monkey catchers, residents say the problem persists. Uncertainty over which authority is responsible has further complicated efforts to find a lasting solution.
Major Crackdown by Transport Department in Noida Under Operation Kavach 2.0
The Transport Department in Noida has intensified checks, issuing 46 challans and seizing 25 buses to enhance passenger safety. Major Crackdown by Transport Department in Noida Under Operation Kavach 2.0
'Orwellian Dystopia: Allahabad High Court SLAMS Noida DM Medha Roopam Over Students NSA Detention
The Allahabad High Court has quashed the National Security Act detention of 25-year-old Delhi University graduate Aakriti Chaudhary in connection with the April 2026 Noida workers protest. The court ordered her immediate release from NSA detention and criticised Gautam Buddha Nagar DM Medha Roopam, calling the invocation of the NSA arbitrary and vague and her conduct worthy of derision. The court said police material lacked credible evidence and noted that no WhatsApp message or video was produced to show Chaudhary incited violence, stone-pelting or arson. The court awarded her Rs 5 lakh compensation, to be recovered from the salaries of responsible officials. It also held that Medha Roopam violated her oath of allegiance and warned against actions that could turn Uttar Pradesh into an Orwellian dystopia.
Samsungs ambition is to help India lead next wave of innovations: JB Park
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Samsungs ambition is to help India lead the next wave of innovations that can improve lives around the world, says JB Park, Samsung South West Asia President and CEO, as the tech giant marks 30 years in the country. Park said India has evolved from being a market where global technologies were introduced to a country helping imagine, engineer and develop technology for the world. What inspires me most about India is that it constantly exceeds expectations, Park said. Today, we dont look at India just as a market of 1.4 billion people. We see India as a place where the future of technology is being imagined, developed and led, he added. As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms consumer technology, Samsungs engineers in India are also collaborating with global teams to develop next-generation AI experiences. AI will only be meaningful if it solves real problems for real people. And, there are few places that challenge us to do that better than India, Park said. Indias scale, diversity and rapidly evolving technology landscape are increasingly shaping how Samsung approaches innovation. Samsungs R&D engineers in Bengaluru and Noida work alongside colleagues across its global R&D network, contributing to technologies and experiences for India as well as the rest of the world. India challenges us to innovate differently, Park said. Building products for a country of this scale and diversity means designing solutions that are intuitive, inclusive and relevant to millions of people with very different needs. Those innovations often go on to benefit consumers around the world, he added. Samsungs investments in India have also extended beyond manufacturing and R&D to talent, skills, education and innovation. Technology does not create progress on its own. People do, Park said. We believe human potential is the most important technology platform of all, he added. Young people are using technology to solve some of the most pressing problems faced by society. That is exactly the kind of innovation India needs now and in future, he noted. As Samsung marks three decades in the country, he said its legacy in India should ultimately be measured not only by the products, manufacturing ecosystem and research capabilities it has helped build, but by the people and ideas it has helped nurture.
Orwellian Dystopia: Court's Stinging Order On Noida District Magistrate, Frees Activist
Slamming the detention order, the court categorically warned that continued despotic conduct by errant bureaucracy could reduce UP to an Orwellian Dystopia.
Greater Noida to Ganga Expressway in 30 minutes, GNIDA proposes dedicated freight route
In a bid to boost connectivity between Noida-Greater Noida and the Ganga Expressway. The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has proposed separating freight and passenger movement in Greater Noida. The authority has also proposed constructing a 105-metre-wide road up to the Hapur bypass. According to officials, the proposed updates are part of the plan to amend the Greater Noida Master Plan 2041. This would reduce the travel time between Noida-Greater Noida and the Ganga Expressway to around 30 to 45 minutes.
Delhi-NCR to see partly cloudy skies, light rain; humidity to remain high
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast generally cloudy weather with light rain or drizzle in Delhi on Tuesday. The national capital is likely to witness partly cloudy skies on September 9 and 10, while another spell of light rain may occur from September 11. Humidity is expected to remain relatively high during the period. The weather department has not issued any warning for Delhi for the coming days. In Noida, partly cloudy conditions are likely to prevail from September 8 to 13. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 34 and 35 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is likely to stay around 26 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels could rise as high as 90 per cent. No weather warning has been issued for the city. Gurugram is also likely to experience partly cloudy weather from September 8 to 12, with maximum temperatures ranging from 31 to 33 degrees Celsius. On September 13, the maximum temperature is expected to be around 32 degrees Celsius, with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers possible. Humidity may reach 90 per cent, though no weather warning has been issued. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon remains active over several parts of the country. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and other regions on Tuesday. The IMD has warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms across 17 states and Union Territories, including Bihar, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. Wind speeds could reach 65-70 kmph in some areas. The weather department has forecast heavy rainfall in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh until September 13. Uttar Pradesh may receive rain between September 9 and 13, while Rajasthan could witness rainfall on September 12 and 13. Uttarakhand is likely to continue experiencing monsoon activity, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh may receive rain during September 8-13.
Delhi weather today: Delhi anticipates cloudy skies with light rain and drizzle early in the week. Noida expects partly cloudy conditions throughout the forecast period with high humidity. Gurugram will see partly cloudy skies, with a chance of rain on the final day. Temperatures will generally remain in the low to mid-thirties across all three cities. Humidity levels are predicted to stay relatively high during this upcoming week.
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
PG operator attacked after spat over loud music, two brothers held
Noida seeks new agency to complete Golf Course project
Body of one washed away in Hindon found
1.6k factories, 2 pumps, choked drains: Why Ecotech-3 turns a flood zone
Balconies to bedrooms, monkeys hold Noida society hostage
Noida fixes uniform rate of Rs 86k for IT/ITeS plots
Authority Scraps Phase-Wise Pricing Amid Shrinking Land Reserves
Noida, Gzb climb up air rankings, but still a breath away from comfort
Noida Rises to 8th, Gzb To 9th; Loni Still A Cause For Concern
Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority to build 14-acre park in Sector 20
Wall cracks, floor subsidence at Gzb school building just 7 years after handover
BRICS summit security, law and order, traffic preparedness reviewed in Delhi, Noida and Ghaziabad
An inter-state coordination meeting reviewed security and traffic preparedness for the upcoming BRICS summit. Senior police officers discussed measures for seamless coordination between neighboring districts. Joint Commissioner of Police Milind Mahadeo Dumbere chaired the important security review meeting. The officials focused on ensuring smooth law and order during the summit. This preparedness ensures a secure environment for visiting dignitaries.
'Orwellian Dystopia: HC raps Noida DM over students detention during workers' protest
The Allahabad High Court quashed the National Security Act detention of Akriti Chaudhary. The court ordered recovery of five lakh rupees from Gautam Buddha Nagar officials. This compensation will be paid to the Delhi University student activist. The bench criticized the arbitrary invocation of the stringent preventive detention law. Officials' conduct was noted in their service records for their actions.
Noida Sector 53 residents face power woes for 10 days over damaged underground cable
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'He's Told To Join Russian Army': Wife Says Noida Engineer Detained In Moscow
The woman alledged that cops were pressuring her husband to join the Russian army to fight against Ukraine.
Worm Allegedly Found In KFC Fried Chicken In Greater Noida; Food Safety Officials Launch Probe
Viral chicken video prompts official inspection as KFC apologises and seeks customers order details for investigation.
Cops form volunteer group in Gzb for womens safety, awareness of rights
Two drown in Hindon while repairing boat rope
What action taken? NGT seeks report on UP factory it ordered shut 9 months ago
Man gets life term for murder, 2 accomplices who took victim to hospital acquitted
Cabinet nod for Greater Noida West metro likely this month
In dengue season, Ganga pipeline leak leaves green belts flooded
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Customer Claims Maggot Found In KFC Fried Chicken At Greater Noida Outlet, Company Responds
The post soon gained attention on X, with the alleged discovery leading to strong reactions online.
Worm Allegedly Found In Deep-Fried KFC Chicken, Video Goes Viral
A video claiming that a worm was found inside deep-fried chicken at a KFC outlet located in Gaur City Mall, Greater Noida West, has gone viral on social media. The video has raised questions over the quality of the chicken and food safety standards. According to the viral video, a customer had ordered deep-fried chicken from the KFC outlet at Gaur City Mall. The customer allegedly spotted a worm inside the chicken while eating it, following which a video was recorded and shared on social media, where it quickly went viral.
UP man asks if Noida's better jobs are worth the high rent and tiny homes
UP man asks if Noidas better jobs are worth the high rent and tiny homes
Customer finds maggot inside chicken at Greater Noida KFC, company responds
Customer finds maggot inside chicken at Greater Noida KFC company responds
Watch: Woman walks out of Mirzapur movie, alleges people were drunk
Noida-based creator Anamika slammed the crowd at a Mirzapur: The Movie screening, claiming some people had arrived drunk. She said she and her friend left after the theatre management failed to address their concerns
Noida versus Greater Noida yield: Noida Authority recently hiked farmer compensation by 53% for Noida project, raising rate by 2,235 for every sqm. Check highest and lowest land rates here.
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Rescue Operations Underway for Two Young Men Who Drowned in Hindon River in Greater Noida
Rescue teams are searching for two young men who drowned in the Hindon River near Greater Noida while securing a boat. Rescue Operations Underway for Two Young Men Who Drowned in Hindon River in Greater Noida
Two-wheeler theft gang busted in Noida, three held
Labour dept gets 10 days to verify crche compliance at Noida construction sites
Realty push: GDAs development fee mop-up sees 80% jump in 5 months
Man falls to his death from 23rd floor of Ghaziabad condo
Noida Expressway set to get 1,200 new solar lights
Eye on New Noida, land rates increased by 53%
Khora set for Rs 12 crore power revamp
Mud & mud everywhere: Rain of agony at dug up trans-Hindon townships
Noida Authority Approves Significant Compensation Increase for Farmers in Board Meeting
The Noida Authoritys recent board meeting resulted in a 53% increase in compensation for farmers, alongside other key urban development decisions. Noida Authority Approves Significant Compensation Increase for Farmers in Board Meeting
UP T20: Bhuvneshwar's Lucknow Falcons Set To Take On Rinku-led Meerut Mavericks In Final
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: The Lucknow Falcons are set to take on Meerut Mavericks in the grand finale of the UP T20 League, to be played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The title clash pits prominent Indian internationals against each other, as Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads the Lucknow Falcons against Rinku Singhs Meerut Mavericks. The Meerut Mavericks have achieved the remarkable feat of qualifying for the final in all four seasons and are seeking their second title, while the Lucknow Falcons have entered their maiden final, and are aiming to lift the trophy for the first time in front of their home crowd. The Lucknow Falcons enter the final on a seven-match unbeaten streak, marking an impressive turnaround after a difficult start to the tournament where they lost three of their opening four matches. The Falcons rebounded by winning five of their subsequent six league games (with one game washed out) to finish second in the standings with 13 points. They booked their place directly in the final with a convincing win over Meerut in Qualifier 1, anchored by a decisive spell of 4-10 from captain Bhuvneshwar. The Falcons campaign has been bolstered by consistent batting performances from Ajeet Verma and Mohammad Saif, who have compiled 263 and 233 runs, respectively. Leg-spin bowling all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has delivered in crucial moments down the order, maintaining a strike rate close to 160 alongside taking 11 wickets. The bowling unit remains their primary strength, led economically by Bhuvneshwar (13 wickets at an economy rate under 6) and fellow pacer Abhinandan Singh, who sits second in the Purple Cap standings with 21 wickets. Meanwhile, the Mavericks established their authority early in the season by registering seven consecutive victories, eventually securing top spot on the points table with 15 points. Despite enduring a late-season dip, comprising a washout, two consecutive league defeats, and a loss in Qualifier 1, the Mavericks demonstrated their pedigree by defeating the Noida Kings by six wickets in Qualifier 2 to maintain their unblemished record of reaching every UP T20 League final. Meeruts batting lineup features the tournament's most explosive performers. Opener Swastik Chikara has accumulated 308 runs at a strike rate of 166.49, while captain Rinku has provided reliable finishing power with 240 runs at a tournament-high strike rate of 171. Despite enduring a late-season dip, comprising a washout, two consecutive league defeats, and a loss in Qualifier 1, the Mavericks demonstrated their pedigree by defeating the Noida Kings by six wickets in Qualifier 2 to maintain their unblemished record of reaching every UP T20 League final. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With both franchises fielding balanced squads capable of lifting the trophy, Sunday's finale promises a closely contested finish to determine the champion of the UP T20 League 2026. Article Source: IANS
Noida Police Uncover Mobile Theft Gang, Four Arrested with Stolen Goods
Noida police arrested four suspects in a mobile phone theft gang, recovering 24 stolen phones and other items during the operation. Noida Police Uncover Mobile Theft Gang, Four Arrested with Stolen Goods
UPT20: 'I took a painkiller and played,' says Rinku Singh after guiding Meerut Mavericks into final
Lucknow, Sep 5 (IANS) Captain Rinku Singh revealed that he was feeling physical discomfort and took a painkiller to play a match-winning knock for his side, Meerut Mavericks, in Qualifier 2 of the UPT20 League 2026. With Rinku's heroics, the team has reached the final for the fourth consecutive time. I will do anything for the team, whether it involves an injury or anything else, Rinku revealed after the match. Reflecting on their previous loss in Qualifier 1, he added, Yesterday, I felt that if I had been even a little bit healthier and had a batter staying with me, we could have won that game. Today was the same situation. I took a painkiller and played. My hand was feeling slightly better, but I am honestly still in quite a bit of pain. Despite the victory, the Mavericks' top order once again looked shaky, stumbling to 61/4 in a modest chase of 135 before Rinku (37* off 23) and Yash Garg (56* off 44) rescued the innings. The captain acknowledged the top-order fragility and detailed the team's preparations heading into the knockout fixture. Our batting order hasn't been performing quite as well as we'd like. Even today, we lost early wickets, Rinku admitted. I spoke to the batters yesterday about how we could prepare ourselves better, how we should approach the game mentally, and the importance of taking the match deep. That was our main discussion. When it comes to his own batting, finishing tricky chases has become second nature. You have to prepare carefully and constantly think about which ball you can attack, how to rotate the strike, and how deep you are standing in the crease. Those calculations keep running through your mind. Batting at my position for so long, I have become accustomed to walking into these exact situations, needing a certain number of runs off a certain number of balls. It has just become a habit. While his unbeaten knock anchored the chase, Rinku was also quick to praise the bowling unit for restricting Noida to 134/8 after a strong start. They batted really well in the first 10 overs, and admittedly, we didn't bowl as well as we should have initially, Rinku observed. But when Zeeshan came on after 10 overs and got Shaurya out, we finally grabbed some momentum. Then we secured Ravi's wicket, and the pressure kept building. Rinku himself contributed with the ball, making a bold tactical move by bringing himself on to bowl the penultimate over, where he claimed the crucial wicket of his counterpart, Prashant Veer. I was thinking that I should bowl to Prashant. I told Zeeshan beforehand that I could get him out, so I strongly felt it could turn out to be a really good over for me and for the team, he said. The captain reserved his highest praise for Player of the Match Yash Garg, who was promoted up the order to orchestrate the chase after claiming 3/14 with the ball. Yash has been doing an outstanding job for our team for the last four years, Rinku stated. He consistently contributes with crucial wickets; he is sharp in the field, and he delivers with the bat as well. In his very first UP league game, he helped us cross the line, and today he has won us the game again. He is a highly deserving player and is doing incredible things for our franchise, he added. Rinku Singh and his Meerut Mavericks will now look to rest, recover, and channel this resilient energy into Sundays Grand Finale, where they seek redemption against the Lucknow Falcons.
Controversy Erupts Over Power Cut in Noidas Flood-Prone Areas, Mahapanchayat Scheduled for Sunday
The power cut in Noidas flood-prone areas has sparked protests, with a Mahapanchayat set to address residents grievances this Sunday. Controversy Erupts Over Power Cut in Noidas Flood-Prone Areas, Mahapanchayat Scheduled for Sunday
Delhi, Noida, Gurugram weather today September 5: IMD has forecast light to moderate rain with thunderstorms across Delhi NCR, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad, on September 5, driven by a quasi-stationary low pressure system over north Madhya Pradesh and south Uttar Pradesh.
Greater Noida plot allottees again get 2 more years to complete construction
Brace for Gaur Choke as Greater Noida set to resurface Noida link road
