IPL 2025: Starc Hails 'calm' And 'fantastic' Captain Axar Patel After DC Win
Lucknow Super Giants: Australia and Delhi Capitals (DC) pacer Mitchell Starc has lauded captain Axar Patel for his calmness following a thrilling one-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their IPL 2025 opener in Visakhapatnam on Monday. Starc returned with the figures of 3-42 in his four-over spell to restrict LSG to 209/8 despite power-hitting flex by Mitchell Marsh (36-ball 72) and Nicholas Pooran (30-ball 70). In reply, Delhi had a wobbly start and went on to lose wickets at regular intervals, but Ashutosh Sharma's blitz proved crucial to take the side over the line with an unbeaten knock of 66 in 31 balls laced with five sixes and as many fours. He was also named the Player of the Match. Axar also contributed with a cameo knock of 22 off 11 balls, while Tristan Stubbs contributed a crucial 34 before debutant Vipraj Nigam (39 off 15 balls) stitched a crucial stand in the pressure situation. He's been pretty calm. This is the first time I've shared a dressing room with him. Having seen him from the other side of the field, it's impressive how he has developed into such a dominant all-rounder in international cricket today. Even the intent he showed with the bat tonight played a crucial role in getting us on our way. Hes been fantastic, Starc said on JioHotstar. Of course, we also have Faf Du Plessis, who has captained extensively in both international and franchise cricket. I think we have a great mix of senior players - experienced leaders like Faf and Tristan Stubbs, who have been with this team for a while. Theres a wealth of knowledge within the group. And with Axar, his cool, calm, and collected approach to the game is evident. Hopefully, that rubs off on the rest of the team. Chases like tonight - where we dig deep and get over the line - will only strengthen us moving forward, he added. Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar feels that LSG captain Rishabh Pant will deliver an improved performance in the coming matches after getting out on a six-ball duck in his first match for the new franchise. I think he knows. He actually mentioned in the post-match interview that you often learn more from your mistakes than from your successes. When you bat well, theres not much to reflect upon, but when you dont perform with the bat or ball, you understand the areas that need improvement, he said. Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar feels that LSG captain Rishabh Pant will deliver an improved performance in the coming matches after getting out on a six-ball duck in his first match for the new franchise. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2025: Ashutosh Sharmas heroics seal thrilling one-wicket win for DC
Visakhapatnam: Ashutosh Sharmas unbeaten 66 off 31 balls powered Delhi Capitals to a stunning one-wicket victory over the Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 opener, here at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. Chasing a daunting target of 210, DC seemed down and out at 8 for 3 and 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 .
Tamarind farmers of Srikakulam district suffer losses as prices remain low
SRIKAKULAM: Tamarind farmers in agency and remote areas of Srikakulam and Parvathipuram-Manyam districts are struggling to recover their investments due to poor yields and inadequate pricing by the Girijan Cooperative Corporation (GCC). Adverse climatic conditions, including persistent fog, have significantly impacted tamarind production, forcing farmers to sell their produce to local traders for better prices. Tamarind cultivation is prevalent in Sitampeta, Pathapatnam, Parvathipuram, Saluru, and Gummalaxmipuram ITDA divisions. The crop typically reaches harvest in early March, requiring labour for harvesting and cleaning. Farmers pay workers a daily wage of Rs 300, adding to their production costs. However, the low yield this year has further strained their earnings. The GCC, which operates divisional offices in these regions, has set the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for tamarind at Rs 36 per kg, a slight increase from Rs 34 last year. However, farmers argue that this rate is insufficient to cover their expenses. As a result, many are opting to sell their produce to local traders at prices ranging between Rs 40 and Rs 50 per kg, depending on quality.
Bihar: Mukesh Sahani advocates social harmony at Dawat-e-Iftar in Muzaffarpur
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OERC keeps power tariff unchanged for 2025-26
BHUBANESWAR : In a major relief to consumers, the Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) has kept the retail power tariff unchanged for all categories of consumers for the ensuing 2025-26 financial year. The regulator had reduced tariff by 10 paise for domestic consumers in the current 2024-25 fiscal. Explaining the salient features of the tariff order, to be effective from April 1, at a media conference here, OERC secretary Priyabrat Patnaik said the commission has not effected any hike in the electricity charges for the fourth consecutive year. The last hike was in 2021-22 when an overall increase of 5.6 per cent (30 paise per unit) for all categories of consumers except BPL and irrigation was effected. The notable feature of the tariff order is that consumers with smart meters up to 2 kilo watt connected load will be exempted from meter rent of `60 per month. The cost of the meter rent will be borne by the state government as an incentive to encourage consumers to opt for smart meters, a move vigorously pushed by Tata Power. Patnaik said consumers with pre-paid meters will get a four per cent rebate on pre-paid amount and the low transmission (LT) domestic and single-phase general purpose consumers will continue to enjoy four per cent digital payment rebate. All consumers provided with smart meters and contract demand of more than 10 KW, except irrigation and agriculture consumers will be eligible for a time of day (ToD) rebate of 20 paise per unit in energy charge during solar hours (8 am to 4 pm). They will pay a surcharge of 30 paise per unit during peak hours (6 pm to midnight). OERC marks AT&C loss at 17.33 per cent The primary goal of ToD tariff is to encourage consumers to reduce their electricity consumption during peak hours (when demand is high and costs are higher) and increase it during off-peak hours (when demand is lower and costs are lower). Allowing a revenue gap of Rs 798 crore in the annual revenue requirement of GRIDCO for the ensuing financial year, OERC in the bulk supply tariff order said the trading utility will make up the shortfall from bulk trading of surplus power. The commission has marginally increased the average bulk supply price (BSP) from 328.20 paise to 330.66 paise per unit as against GRIDCOs demand for a hike of 53.64 paisa per unit. The aggregated technical and commercial (AT&C) loss approved for tariff determination was 17.33 per cent for 2025-26 as against 18.79 per cent approved for 2024-25, Patnaik said. Power order No tariff hike for 2025-26 Rs 60 meter rent exemption for smart meters 4% rebate for pre-paid meters ToD rebate of 20p per unit during solar hours for contract demand of over 10 KW They will pay 30p surcharge during peak hours
Ashutoshs heroics give Delhi Capitals one-wicket win over LSG in IPL thriller
VISAKHAPATNAM, Mar 24: Ashutosh Sharmas late heroics earned Delhi Capitals a thrilling one-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League season opener here on Monday. Chasing 210, Delhi Capitals slipped to 7/3 in the second over and limped to 116 for six after 13 overs, but Ashutoshs stunning knock 66 off 31 balls with five sixes and as many fours delivered his side a sensational win from the jaws of defeat. Even as wickets fell [] The post Ashutoshs heroics give Delhi Capitals one-wicket win over LSG in IPL thriller appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Ashutosh Sharmas heroics give Delhi Capitals one-wicket win over LSG in IPL thriller
Visakhapatnam , March 24 (PTI): Ashutosh Sharmas late heroics earned Delhi Capitals a thrilling one-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League season opener here on Monday. ADVERTISEMENT Chasing 210, Delhi Capitals slipped to 7/3 in the second over and limped to 116 for six after 13 overs, but Ashutoshs stunning knock []
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IPL 2025: Ashutosh Sharma wins a thriller for DC against LSG
Visakhapatnam: Impact sub Ashutosh Sharma played the most defining knock of his IPL career to guide Delhi Capitals to a thrilling one wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants here Monday. Ashutosh smashed 66 not out off 31 balls and finished it with a huge six off Shahbaz Ahmed as DC chased down a target of []
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Visakhapatnam: Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel won the toss and opted to field against Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League match here on Monday. KL Rahul is unavailable for the opening game of his new franchise Delhi Capitals as he is expecting the birth of his first child. At the time of writing, 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 .
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IPL 2025| DC vs LSG Updates: Super Giants take charge as Pooran, Marsh go berserk
Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh wasted no time making his mark for Lucknow Super Giants, smashing a fiery half-century in their IPL season opener against Delhi Capitals in Visakhapatnam on Monday. Marsh took LSG to 64/1 at the end of the powerplay after new DC skipper Axar Patel won the toss and opted to field. Patel, who replaced Rishabh Pant as DC's new captain this season, faced off against his former skipper, who now leads LSG. Opening with South African batter Aiden Markram, Marsh went on the attack from the start, taking apart Delhis bowlers. Markram departed for 15 after falling to debutant spinner Vipraj Nigam, but Marsh kept the momentum going, racing to a 21-ball fifty with a six off Nigam in the seventh over. Nicholas Pooran joined the carnage in the same over, launching three sixes off the young spinner. The duo powered Super Giants to 100 in just 49 balls, forging an 87-run stand before Marsh departed for 72 (36), caught in the deep off Mukesh Kumar in the 12th over. Pooran kept the assault going in the 13th, smashing Tristan Stubbs for four consecutive sixes and a boundary, bringing up his half-century in just 24 balls during the over. Patel confirmed that Jake Fraser-McGurk and Tristan Stubbs would start, while Faf du Plessis and Mitchell Starc made their DC debuts. LSG named Markram, David Miller, Marsh, and Pooran as their four overseas players, with Markram and Miller making their first appearances for the franchise. Marsh, also debuting for LSG, faced his former team. While, Pant takes on his former side, ex-LSG skipper KL Rahul missed his DC debut as he awaits the birth of his child. Lucknow holds a 3-2 head-to-head advantage over Delhi since joining the league in 2022, but their pace attack has taken a hit, with Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, and Akash Deep injured, while Mohsin Khan is ruled out for the season. Shardul Thakur steps in to bolster the depleted attack. Delhi Capitals: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar. Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (c), David Miller, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Rathi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shardul Thakur, Ravi Bishnoi.
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Prohibition is spoiling the career of youths in Bihar: Senior BJP leader RK Singh
PATNA: Former union minister and senior BJP leader R K Singh has called for doing away with prohibition in Bihar in the larger interest of the people. Speaking at a function in Bihars Bhojpur district, Singh said on Sunday that prohibition has its adverse impact on youth as a majority of them were involved in bootlegging to make a fast buck and also in other unlawful activities. Sharab bandhi naujawan ko barbad kar raha hain (prohibition is spoiling the career of youth), he said, adding that not only the youth but also public servants and policemen were hands-in-glove with liquor mafias to earn quick money. He alleged that prohibition has forfeited to serve its purpose as liquor was available everywhere and even at the doorsteps of the people. The motive behind the liquor ban was to stop consumption of alcohol and improve the living condition of the victims and their families, the former Ara MP said. He demanded Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar to review his decision on liquor ban. A large section of people is involved in sale of illicit alcohol. Their career is being ruined as they are falling prey to the hardcore gangsters for money, he added. Prohibition has, in fact, failed to serve its purpose in Bihar. It is better to abolish it through proper means, Singh said and added that the real story of prohibition in Bihar is different from what is being presented before the chief minister. The former union minister said that prohibition in Bihar would have been successful, had the government implemented it strictly in the initial phase. The method used to impose liquor ban in a state like Bihar was wrong, he asserted. The government lacked proper management to deal with the situation. The reality is that prohibition is on the papers only. Had there been a good management, prohibition would have been successful in Bihar, he remarked. The former MPs sudden outburst, however, embarrassed JD(U), a major ally of ruling NDA. JD(U) spokesperson Abhishek Jha said that liquor ban would continue in the state. The decision to implement prohibition was taken unanimously, he asserted. He said, The state government is very particular about prohibition. The question of abolishing it doesnt arise, he said, adding that prohibition was enforced with peoples consensus. Public representatives of all political parties had given their consent, he remarked. Earlier, union minister and Hindustan Awam Morcha patron Jitan Ram Manjhi had demanded review of new excise and prohibition policy. He had observed that majority of the people put behind the bars for consuming alcohol came from economic backward sections of the society. Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor had announced earlier that prohibition will be removed from Bihar within 15 minutes of formation of its new government after 2025 assembly election. The state is incurring a huge loss of revenue due to stubbornness of the chief minister, he added. Leader of opposition in the Bihar assembly Tejashwi Prasad Yadav had earlier advocated giving relaxations in the existing prohibition policy to toddy trippers.
Bihars economic progress during NDA, RJD tenures same: Tejashwi
PATNA, Mar 24: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday claimed that the economic progress of Bihar during his partys 15-year rule was equivalent to the growth during the reign of the NDA, which has been in power for close to 20 years. Yadav, the leader of the opposition, made the claim in the assembly while participating in a debate on the budget presented by Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary. He told the House that the size of the states budget was [] The post Bihars economic progress during NDA, RJD tenures same: Tejashwi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants will face off on Monday in an IPL match with both teams undergoing leadership changes and squad overhauls. Delhis new captain, Axar Patel, will lead a strong mix of Indian and overseas players, including Mitchell Starc and Faf du Plessis. LSG, under Rishabh Pant, hopes to leverage its Indian players alongside overseas talents like David Miller and Aiden Markram. The pitch at Visakhapatnam is expected to favor batters, making for a high-scoring match. The game will start at 7:30 PM IST.
Centre plans to set up five regional NCFL centres, rename them as N-DISC
The newly formed Cyber and Information Security (CIS) Division of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has been working on a plan to set up five regional centres of the National Cyber Forensic Laboratories (NCFL) with an aim to enhance capabilities of central agencies and state police forces in their counter online fraud efforts, officials said on Monday. According to officials one of these centres will come up in Northern, Eastern & North Eastern, Central, Western and Southern regions with an estimated cost of nearly Rs 250 crore for building required infrastructure. Interesting here to note that a proposal has also been mooted to rename NCFL as N-DISC (National Digital Investigation Support Centre). This is being done to bring in focus the NCFL contributes to digital investigations and cybersecurity, the officials said. The NCFL plays a key role in helping law enforcement agencies in combating cyber fraud, financial crimes, malware attacks and other cybercrimes by tracking cybercriminals and detecting online financial and other frauds, the officials said, adding that the proposed expansion of the facility will facilitate better access to information and related evidence in real time. With ever advancing technologies, the officials said, cybercriminals deploy new and innovative tools to commit crimes and in this backdrop the countrys forensic abilities also need to keep pace by getting equipped in its battle against cyber crimes by constantly plugging in loopholes. According to the data available with the CIS Division, the lone NCFL, since its establishment, has so far dealt with a total of over 11,200 cases. These cases included Forensic Memory Investigations like hard disks, laptops, memory cards, and encrypted documents. With the increasing number of financial transactions through mobile phones, the NCFL has so far processed and investigated over 5,000 such handsets, the officials said, adding that it has also processed financial frauds relating to cryptocurrencies. Besides setting up regional centres of the NCFL, the CIS Division has also been focussing on improving the capabilities of Cyber Fraud Mitigation Centre (CFMC), which is part of the I4C under the MHA. Keeping this in mind, the CIS has roped in representatives of major banks, financial intermediaries, payment aggregators, telecom service providers, IT intermediaries, representatives of state/UT law enforcement agencies and a few other experts to work in tandem to ensure real-time and seamless action is initiated counter incidents of online crimes. According to the MHA data till February this year, the authorities have blocked nearly 8 lakh SIM cards and 2 lakh IMEIs. The government has also constituted seven Joint Cyber Coordination Teams (JCCTs) with a mandate for each of them to deal with cybercrime hotspots like Mewat, Jamtara, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Visakhapatnam and Guwahati.
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IPL 2025: Where To Watch DC Vs LSG, Head-to-head Record
Lucknow Super Giants SquadRishabh Pant: Delhi Capitals will open their campaign against Lucknow Super Giants at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium on Monday. After finishing sixth in IPL 2024, Delhi Capitals will aim to make a fresh start under new captain Axar Patel, while LSG will be led by newly appointed captain Rishabh Pant. LSG have a superior head-to-head record against Delhi Capitals in the IPL, having won three of the five matches. However, the Capitals won both the matches last season. When will DC vs LSG match take place? The match will take place on Sunday. The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 7 PM IST. Where will DC vs LSG match take place? The match will take place at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Where will the live broadcast for DC vs LSG match be available? The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network. Where will live streaming for DC vs LSG match be available? The match will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website. Squads: Delhi Capitals: KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel (c), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan, Karun Nair, Mohit Sharma, Dushmantha Chameera, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Darshan Nalkande, Sameer Rizvi , Donovan Ferreira, Tripurana Vijay, Manvanth Kumar L, Vipraj Nigam, Madhav Tiwari Squads: Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
NGT imposes curbs on CRIYN project construction in Odisha
CUTTACK: In a significant development, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has ordered that any constructions for the Central Research Institute of Yoga and Naturopathy (CRIYN) at Bhinjagiri in Khurda district will be subject to the outcome of the petition challenging the establishment of the national institute at the site. The NGTs East Zone bench in Kolkata comprising Justice Pushpa Sathyanarayana (Judicial Member) and Dr Arun Kumar Verma (Expert Member) has adjourned hearing on the petition seeking relocation of the proposed CRIYN at Bhinjagiri, to May 13. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone of the project via video-conferencing on October 29, 2024. The institute for chronic diseases is proposed to have a 100-bed yoga and naturopathy hospital with a state-of-the-art yoga hall and a research laboratory. The petition, filed by two residents of the area - Hazari Dehuri and Hrudananda Kodamsingh, has challenged the diversion of 20 acre of forest category land for the institute. They submitted that 20 acre for the institute were diverted from nearly 47 acre land, that was developed into a thick jungle by the villagers of Bhinjagiri with donations from each house and protected by a village guard since 1970. The villagers were awarded the Biju Patnaik Award for forest protection in 2013. The site for the proposed institute also falls in the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of Chandaka- Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary. Moreover, Bhinjagiri village is included in the ESZ of the sanctuary as per the notification issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) on Sept 20, 2016, the petitioners stated. Acting on it, the green panel had issued notices to central and state governments on February 17. The latest adjournment came on March 19 after the counsels representing Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), state government and Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN) sought more time to file their respective counter affidavits. Taking note of it, the bench clarified, We make it clear that any constructions that may be put up by the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy would be subject to the result of the present petition. It directed the respondents to file their respective reply/counter affidavits by the next date of May 13.
Andhra Pradesh Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh to hoist Blue Flag at Rushikonda Beach
VISAKHAPATNAM: Tourism, Culture and Cinematography Minister Kandula Durgesh expressed satisfaction over the restoration of Blue Flag certification to Rushikonda Beach in Visakhapatnam, stating that the beach was one of the first eight in India to receive this prestigious recognition. He will hoist the Blue Flag at the beach on Monday. The continuous efforts of various bodies, including the Tourism, Forest and Police Departments, Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) and Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) and the initiative of Visakhapatnam District Collector MN Harendhira Prasad, were instrumental in regaining the certification, the minister said. It may be recalled that the Denmark-based Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) officially reinstated the Blue Flag status for Rushikonda Beach on Saturday. Blue Flag India officials also announced the lifting of the temporary suspension imposed earlier, allowing the Blue Flag to once again fly at the beach, symbolising compliance with international standards in cleanliness, safety, and environmental management. Minister Durgesh emphasised that his department had been focusing on the implementation of security measures, environmental planning, traffic regulation, water purification, and waste management at the beach, in line with international guidelines. He also revealed that proposals have been sent for Blue Flag certification for other beaches in the State. Thanking the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister for their support in regaining the Blue Flag status, Durgesh asserted that they have now fulfilled the promise made on the floor of the Assembly regarding Rushikonda Beach and its upkeep. The government will continue working to improve the beachs safety, infrastructure and cleanliness, he said, expressing confidence that securing Blue Flag certification for additional beaches would further boost tourism and development in the State.
Centres push for energy-efficient ACs in Andhra Pradesh to meet power demand
VIJAYAWADA: As Andhra Pradesh braces for record-breaking power demand this summer, the Union government has intensified efforts to promote energy-efficient air conditioners (ACs), focusing on the States commercial hub, Visakhapatnam. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under the Ministry of Power, has urged AC manufacturers to prioritise BEE 5-star-rated models to curb electricity consumption, ease grid strain, and support sustainability. With Indias demand for cooling rising, studies indicate that nearly 30% of installed ACs nationwide are over eight years old, consuming 40-50% more power than modern, energy-efficient units. In Andhra Pradesh, replacing these outdated ACs with 5-star-rated models could yield up to 60% energy savings, reduce peak-hour grid pressure, and significantly cut CO2 emissions - key to Visakhapatnams goal of becoming a net-zero emissions city. BEE Secretary Milind Deore, in a letter to AC manufacturers, emphasised the need for an industry-driven push to popularise energy-efficient models, particularly in high-consumption cities such as Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Tirupati. Other southern urban centres, including Chennai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, are also targeted for increased 5-star AC adoption. Visakhapatnam, a major industrial and commercial hub, is witnessing rapid growth in energy consumption, making it a prime candidate for a large-scale transition to efficient cooling solutions. Simple behavioral changes, such as setting thermostats to 24C, could save Andhra Pradesh and India up to 10 billion kWh annually, cutting energy costs by thousands of crores. To accelerate this shift, BEE has proposed a nationwide awareness campaign, urging manufacturers to collaborate on initiatives such as digital marketing, influencer-driven promotions, and in-store offers. With consumer interest in Air Conditioner purchases peaking between February and May, this initiative could drive significant savings and contribute to a sustainable energy future.
Pawan Khera slams Bihar government over law and order situation; says residents 'feel unsafe'
PATNA: All India Congress Committee media cell and publicity incharge Pawan Khera on Sunday launched a blistering attack on the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government in Bihar over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. Khera said Bihar was witnessing significant turmoil on Nitishs watch. He cited the recent killings of two cops in the state to sharpen his attack: These incidents are enough to prove that the law and order situation has worsened to a great extent in the state, and residents feel unsafe now. With Assembly elections on the horizon, he said residents of the state are looking to the Congress with hope as they seek a change. He also brought up issues like unemployment and question paper leaks in the state and questioned the incumbents ability to govern. We are concerned about the physical and mental health of the Chief Minister, he expressed, adding, How safe is Bihar under the leadership of a CM who is unwell? He, however, parried questions about the Congress plans for the upcoming Assembly elections in Bihar. On being pressed, he divulged, We are focused on strengthening the organisation before the state polls. Responding to a query about the sharing of seats, he said, Why should one be bothered about it so early? Residents feel unsafe Pawan Khera cited the recent killings of two cops in the state to argue that the law and order situation has worsened to a great extent in the state and that residents feel unsafe now. With Assembly elections on the horizon, he said residents of the state are looking to the Congress with hope.
DC vs LSG IPL 2025 Live Streaming: Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants are set to kick off their 2025 season by facing off against each other at Visakhapatnam.
Sangita Kalanidhi, Nritya Kalanidhi announced
Art and culture have always been the soul of society. Music and dance, in particular, serve as powerful forms of expression, preserving the essence of our heritage while constantly evolving. Every year, the Music Academy of Madras honours the finest artistes who have dedicated their lives to these traditions, shaping the cultural landscape of the country. The 2025 awards, announced on Sunday, recognise unique talent in Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam. This years Sangita Kalanidhi, the highest honour in Carnatic music, has been conferred upon RK Shriramkumar, a violinist whose artistry has graced the stage for decades. Hailing from the Rudrapatnam lineage, Shriramkumar was trained under his grandfather, RK Venkatarama Sastry, and later by Sangita Kalanidhi DK Jayaraman. His understanding of the Sangita Sampradaya Pradarsini has cemented his reputation as an authority on Muthuswami Dikshitars compositions. His ability to accompany legendary musicians such as Semmangudi R Srinivasa Iyer and MS Subbulakshmi, alongside his dedication to training future generations, makes him a fitting choice for this award especially in the year marking Muthuswami Dikshitars 250th birth anniversary. It is an overwhelming feeling and a feeling of great honour to be chosen to receive this prestigious award. It is a great blessing for me to receive the award in the 250th birth anniversary year of Sri Muttusvami Dikshitar. It is all due to the blessings of all my Gurus who have moulded me and guided me in my musical path, he says. The Sangita Kala Acharya award, given to distinguished gurus, honours Shyamala, Venkateswaran, a vocalist recognised early by the Music Academy, and Thanjavur R Govindarajan, one of the senior-most Tavil artistes, who has shaped the Nagaswaram-Tavil tradition for over 60 years. The TTK Award has been bestowed upon Madambi Subramania Namboothiri, a stalwart of Kathakali music, and JT Jeyaraaj Krishnan and Jaysri Jeyaraaj Krishnan, a veena duo deeply rooted in Muthuswami Dikshitars lineage. Namboothiri, a respected guru and performer, has spent over three decades at Kerala Kalamandalam, upholding the traditional idiom of Kathakali music. The Jeyaraaj Krishnans, both A-Top artistes at AIR, are celebrated for their commitment to their pathanthara, keeping their style pure and authentic. Urmila Sathyanarayana has been chosen for the Nritya Kalandhi In recognition of scholarly contributions to music, the Musicologist Award has been awarded to Professor CA Sridhara, an associate professor at the University College of Fine Arts for Women, whose research has expanded the academic understanding of Carnatic traditions. On the dance front, the Nritya Kalanidhi title has been conferred upon Urmila Satyanarayana, a Bharatanatyam exponent who has not only enthralled audiences but also nurtured many disciples through her dance school, Natya Sankalpaa. Urmila shares, I feel very joyous and extremely grateful. Its unbelievable, overwhelming. This is a recognition of not just my journey, but the efforts of my gurus, my students, my colleagues, and my family. Reflecting on challenges in a dancers career, she advised young artistes, The most important thing is to have faith in what youre doing. There will be highs and lows, but holding on with positivity and grit through the difficult times is key. There will be light at the end of the tunnel. For Urmila, the award is a collective achievement. I owe it to my gurus, my students, my co-musicians, my faculty who have supported me for over 25 years. A dancer cannot perform without music, without the stage, without the team behind the scenes. This award belongs to all of them. The Sangita Kalanidhi awardee will preside over the academic sessions of the 99th Annual Conference and Concerts of the Music Academy from December 15, 2025, to January 1, 2026, receiving the award on the final day at the 'Sadas'. The Nritya Kalanidhi awardee will be honoured at the inauguration of the 19th Annual Dance Festival on January 3, 2026.
DC vs LSG Dream11 Prediction Match 4, IPL 2025
DC vs LSG Dream11 Prediction : Two more teams will start their campaign with the next game of the IPL 2025. The fourth clash of the tournament will feature Delhi Capitals up against Lucknow Super Giants. These two teams will step on the field at 7:30 PM at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Vizag on Monday. Former DC captain Rishabh Pant will lead LSG while the former LSG captain KL Rahul is part of DC. There are a few more players who have joined both teams. They will look to start the tournament with a win. Both teams have enough firepower to make it a high-scoring thriller, and fans will be hoping for a close game. DC vs LSG: Match Details Date : March 24 (Monday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Vishakhapatnam DC vs LSG: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can enjoy the live telecast on the Star Sports Networks on cable TV networks. However, to enjoy the action digitally, fans can switch to the Jio Hotstar app or website and can watch it in their regional languages. DC vs LSG: Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 5 Lucknow Super Giants : 3 Delhi Capitals : 2 No Result : 0 DC vs LSG: Ground Pitch Report ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium is another paradise for the batters. This is pretty flat, and one can expect a high score at this venue. At this part of the country, there is generally dew in the evening. There is not much difference of the toss, because conditions will remain similar in both innings. DC vs LSG: Possible XIs Delhi Capitals : Abhishek Porel, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, KL Rahul, Axar Patel , Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T. Natarajan Lucknow Super Giants : Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (c/wk), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shardul Thakur, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravi Bishnoi, Shamar Joseph DC vs LSG: Dream11 Team Wicket - keepers : KL Rahul, Nicholas Pooran (Vice Captain), Rishabh Pant Batters : Faf du Plessis (Captain), Ayush Badoni, Jake Fraser-McGurk All - rounder : Axar Patel Bowlers : Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Shardul Thakur Dream11 Prediction : The combination of Delhi Capitals is very good, whereas Lucknow Super Giants had some issues with injuries. DC have all the bases covered, which is why we predict them to beat LSG on Monday. DC vs LSG Match 4 Dream11 Prediction, DC vs LSG Dream11 Prediction, Today Match DC vs LSG, DC vs LSG Prediction, DC vs LSG Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, DC vs LSG Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants, TATA IPL 2025, Indian Premier League 2025 Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
DC, LSG aim for strong IPL start
Match starts at 7:30 pm Visakhapatnam, March 23: With their respective leaders switching camps and squads undergoing major overhauls, both Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants, under new captains, will be eager to make a strong start to their IPL campaign when they face off here on Monday. For a second year running, the Dr [] The post DC, LSG aim for strong IPL start appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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IPL 2025: Axar Non-committal Over Rahuls Availability For DCs Opening Game Against LSG
Indian Premier League: Ahead of Delhi Capitals (DC) opening their IPL 2025 campaign against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), skipper Axar Patel said he was non-committal over KL Rahul playing in Mondays game at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium due to personal reasons. Rahul joined the DC set-up in the run-up to their opening game in Visakhapatnam, but may or may not be for the game against LSG, a team he led previously, for personal reasons. It is to be noted that Rahul is expecting his first child with his wife Athiya Shetty. Obviously, he joined the team and we all know that he has a personal problem. So, we don't know yet. So, if he comes back, we ask him if he is okay and we'll let you know tomorrow morning. I think we've got to know and so, now we don't know if he is available or not, said Axar in the pre-match press conference on Sunday. Axar, the left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder, will be leading DC for the first time in a full IPL season, and he sounded optimistic about leading the side to the elusive championship win. I have been playing for this franchise since 2019, and it has played a huge role in my growth as a cricketer. Being entrusted with the captaincy is a great honour for me. We have several leaders within the squad, and I continue to learn from their experience. Its reassuring to have such seasoned players like KL Rahul, and Faf du Plessis by my side. I believe we have a well-balanced team this season, and I am confident that we will turn things around and achieve the results we aspire to. Asked about his vision as DCs captain, Axar stressed the importance of keeping things simple. At the end of the day, I dont want to overcomplicate things. As a captain, I have told the group that cricket is just a gamekeep it simple. If your execution is good, everything will fall into place. Im not asking them to chase specific results; I just want them to focus on keeping things simple. That will be my approach throughout the tournament. All the players are eager to do something special for this franchise. With a new team and a new captain, we haven't played together much yet, but our mindset is clear, to go out there, express ourselves, and play fearlessly. Everyone is committed to giving their 100%, and the players truly enjoy the atmosphere within the DC family. DC also have a new coaching staff and head Coach Hemang Badani was happy over the new rules usage of saliva for bowlers and a provision to change the ball after the 11th over in chases in evening games. For me, cricket has always been about the battle between bat and ball, but the balance has tilted heavily in favour of the batters in recent times. With the saliva ban being lifted, I think it just gives something to the bowlers. Even if the ball deviates a wee bit, that is the difference between hitting the middle of the bat and the inside part of the bat. Even with regards to the new rule allowing a ball change between overs 11-20, gives the fielding side in the second innings a chance to stay in the game. I am all in for the change and I think it is a good change, he said. Last year, DC played two IPL games, and it produced run-fests. Axar said he is expecting the same to happen this year as well. The Vizag pitch is a very good one. Last season, we played two matches here, and KKR put up a score of around 250-260. It has consistently been a high-scoring venue, offering plenty of fireworks from the batters. However, we are prepared with our plans and will focus on executing them well to restrict the opposition to a low total. The pitch does favor batters, but every match is a learning experience. Last year, DC played two IPL games, and it produced run-fests. Axar said he is expecting the same to happen this year as well. The Vizag pitch is a very good one. Last season, we played two matches here, and KKR put up a score of around 250-260. It has consistently been a high-scoring venue, offering plenty of fireworks from the batters. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
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