Women's World Cup: Nadine De Klerk Guides Proteas To Victory Over Bangladesh In Tense Finish
ODI World Cup: Marizanne Kapp (56) and Chloe Tryon (62) scored half-centuries and overshadowed similar efforts by Sharmin Akhter (50) and Shorna Akter (51*) as South Africa prevailed over Bangladesh by three wickets with three balls to spare in a well-fought encounter in the Women's ODI World Cup in Visakhapatnam on Monday. With eight needed from the last six balls, Nadine de Klerk, dropped at long-off by Shorna in the 49th over, sealed victory for the Proteas, hammering a four and a six in three balls, repeating a similar act against India in their previous match at the same Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. After Bangladesh elected to bat first, Sharmin Akhter, brought in for this match, scored 50 off 77 balls (6x4) to lay the foundation, while Shorna Akter hammered an unbeaten 51 off 35 (3x4, 3x6) -- the fastest fifty by a Bangladesh woman -- to give a late push. Ritu Moni blasted 19 off eight balls at the end as Bangladesh started slow but finished in a canter to post 232/6 in 50 overs. But in the end, big hitting by Kapp, Tryon, and de Klerk and dropped chances by Bangladesh helped South Africa reach 235/7 in 49.3 overs and seal their third successive win, moving up to third position behind Australia and England. Chasing a target of 233, South Africa's top order batters struggled against the Bangladesh bowlers, who applied the early squeeze. Tazmin Brits, who scored a century against New Zealand, was out for a second successive zero (a golden duck), while skipper Laura Wolvaardt scored 31 off 56 balls, raising 55 runs for the second wicket with Anneke Bosch (28). But the skipper was run out going for a second run, and South Africa lost their way, losing Bosch, Annerie Dercksen (2), and Sinalo Jafta (4) as they slipped to 78/5 in the 23rd over. Marizanne Kapp got into the rescue act and, with Chloe Tryon, raised 85 runs for the sixth wicket, playing patiently and absorbing the pressure exerted by the Bangladesh bowlers. Kapp scored 56 off 71 balls, reaching her half-century in 67 balls before she was caught by Shorna Akter off Nahida Akter, making it 163/6. Chloe Tryon, who got a life in her 40s, reached her fifty off 64 balls as she joined Nadine de Klerk, the hero of their victory over India in their last match, with the run-rate mounting. Tryon reduced the pressure with a four and a slog-sweep for six off successive balls off Rabeya Khan, raising her fifty with the four. She celebrated that with another four in the same over, struck another four to score 16 runs off the over, reducing the equation to 37 needed from 36 balls. But Tryon fell three balls later, run out while going for a single, with Ritu Moni sending in a fine throw. It was left for Nadine de Klerk to take South Africa home. She struck Fahima Khatun for two fours in the 47th over as the Proteas reached 212/7, needing 21 runs from the last three overs. Despite the dew, the Bangladesh bowlers kept piling the pressure before de Klerk did what she does better, sealed victory with a six. Earlier, it was excruciatingly slow going for Bangladesh on electing to bat first as they crawled to 100/2 in 30 overs. They reached 150 runs in 40 overs and then blasted 82 in the last 10 to reach a respectable total. Fargana Hoque (30) and Rubya Haider (25) were painstakingly slow in their approach as they shared a 53-run partnership in 16 overs, with the South Africans bowling a tight line and allowing no leeway by taking pace off the ball in overcast conditions. Both fell within 20 runs of each other. Sharmin Akhter (50) and skipper Nigar Sultana Joty continued in the same vein as they raised 77 runs for the third wicket in 15 overs. Bangladesh reached 150 in the 40th over. Joty managed to score 32 off 42 balls before being caught superbly by Laura Wolvaardt, off Mlaba, just when she was looking to give the score the push it needed badly. Sharmin raised her fifty off 74 balls, hitting six fours, but was run out three balls later following a terrible mix-up with Shorna. Shorna stayed on and provided the finishing touch to the Bangladesh innings, along with Ritu Moni, blasting three sixes and as many fours in scoring 51 not out off 35 balls. Ritu Moni played a delightful cameo, 19 not out off eight balls with three fours, a hat-trick of boundaries off Marizanne Kapp. Sharmin raised her fifty off 74 balls, hitting six fours, but was run out three balls later following a terrible mix-up with Shorna. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief scores: Bangladesh 232/6 in 50 overs (Sharmin Akhter 50, Shorna Akter 51 not out, Nigar Sultana Joty 32, Ritu Moni 19 not out; Nonkululeko Mlaba 2-42) lost to South Africa 235/7 in 49.3 overs (Marizanne Kapp 56, Chloe Tryon 62, Nadine de Klerk 37 not out; Nahida Akter 2-44, Ritu Moni 1-29) by three wickets. Article Source: IANS
Bihar polls: Phase 2 nominations begin; NDA, INDIA bloc yet to announce candidates
Patna: Candidates were yet to be announced by both the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc in poll-bound Bihar on Monday, even as just four days remain for filing nominations for the first phase, and the process beginning for the second leg. However, state BJP president Dilip Jaiswal, who was back from Delhi a 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 .
Amit Shah to be in poll-bound Bihar from October 16 to 18
Patna: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit poll-bound Bihar on a three-day tour from October 16, state BJP president Dilip Jaiswal said on Monday. Addressing a press conference, Jaiswal said Shah will stay in the state till October 18, a period during which filing of nomination papers and campaign is likely to pick up 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 .
Tej Pratap to contest Bihar polls from Mahua as his party names candidates for 21 seats
PATNA: RJD chief Lalu Prasad's elder son Tej Pratap Yadav will contest the Bihar elections from Mahua as his newly-floated party, Janshakti Janta Dal (JJD), announced candidates for 21 seats on Monday. Yadav, a former minister in the state government, floated the party after his father expelled him from the RJD in May. Our national president, Tej Pratap Yadav, will contest the assembly elections from the Mahua constituency in Vaishali district, JJD state chief Madan Yadav said, releasing the names of candidates for 21 seats. Yadav had represented the Mahua seat till 2020 when RJD shifted him to Hasanpur. The JJD fielded Sanjay Yadav in Madhepura, Taurif Rahman in Narkatiaganj, Dharmendra in Barauli, and Braj Bihari Bhatt in Kuchaikot, among others. Yadav was expelled from the RJD for six years, a day after he confessed on social media to being in a relationship with a woman named Anushka. He, however, deleted the post later, claiming that his account was hacked. Prasad also disowned him, due to his irresponsible behaviour. A few days after his expulsion, Yadav had alleged that there was a conspiracy to drive a wedge between him and his younger brother, Tejashwi Yadav. His expulsion came barely a few months ahead of the assembly polls, which the RJD is fighting under the leadership of Tejashwi. The two brothers are among the four of the nine siblings active in politics.
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Rebel Congress, RJD leaders join BJP in poll-bound Bihar
PATNA: The BJP in Bihar on Monday inducted two rebel leaders of the INDIA bloc who had won the last assembly polls on tickets of RJD and Congress, but had been sitting with members of the NDA inside the assembly after JD(U) of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar joined it in 2024. State BJP president Dilip Jaiswal welcomed into the party Sangita Kumari, who last week resigned from her Mohania seat she had won as an RJD nominee, besides Siddharth Saurav, a two-term Congress MLA from Bikram. According to a statement issued by the assembly secretariat, Saurav resigned from his seat on Monday. I had recently said that nearly half a dozen MLAs of the INDIA bloc are going to jump ship. Today is the first instalment, Jaiswal told reporters on the occasion. Altogether six MLAs, four of the RJD and two of the Congress, had crossed over to the NDA when Chief Minister Nitish Kumar won a trust vote after forming a new government with the BJP in January 2024. Pleas by the respective parties for their disqualification remained pending before Speaker Nand Kishor Yadav. Jaiswal also re-inducted Sunil Kumar Pintu, a former MP from Sitamarhi who had joined the JD(U) in 2019, as per the BJP's instance, after the official JD(U) candidate pulled out of the contest ahead of Lok Sabha polls. Before getting elected to the Lok Sabha, Pintu was the MLA from Sitamarhi and he had been in a sulk ever since the JD(U) did not consider him for a ticket in last year's parliamentary polls, when his seat went to Devesh Chandra Thakur, the then Chairman of the state legislative council. Another person to join the BJP was Sujit Kumar, husband of Swarna Singh, the MLA from Gaura Bauram, who took voluntary retirement from the Indian Revenue Service. Swarna Singh had won the seat on a ticket of Vikassheel Insaan Party, then an NDA constituent, but joined the BJP when founding president Mukesh Sahni was ousted from the coalition. Meanwhile, BJP sources said they were looking forward to joining of the remaining rebel MLAs of the Congress-RJD combine, some of whom have already resigned their membership of the assembly.
Tea blossoms have health benefits, says Nagaland University study
GUWAHATI: Not just tea, tea blossoms that are often discarded as agricultural byproducts, also have health benefits, a multi-institute research, led by the Nagaland University, has found. The study shows that these delicate flowers are abundant in potent bioactive compounds, positioning them as a natural source for health supplements and functional beverages. While tea leaves dominate global research and consumption, blossoms remain largely overlooked. This study is the first systematic effort in Assam, one of the worlds largest tea-producing regions, to analyse the biochemical richness of tea blossoms from seven premium cultivars. Nutraceutical companies could harness tea blossom extracts to create natural energy boosters, relaxation aids, and skin-health products. Beyond consumer health, the research offers economic opportunities for smallholder tea farmers by opening new revenue streams through blossom collection and processing, the Nagaland University said in a statement. This approach, the statement added, also advances environmental sustainability, as utilising blossoms reduces agricultural waste and contributes to a circular bioeconomy. With global demand rising for plant-based, eco-friendly health products, India has the chance to position itself as a leader in functional foods and supplements derived from tea blossoms, the statement said. Dr Sagarika Das from the Centre for Biotechnology and Bioinformatics at Dibrugarh University fronted this research, collaborating with tea biochemist Monoranjan Goswami from the Tocklai Tea Research Institute in Jorhat, Assam, and Prof Tanmoy Karak from the Department of Soil Science at the School of Agricultural Sciences, Nagaland University. The study garnered contributions from institutions, including the University of California and the ICAR-Indian Agricultural Statistics Research Institute in New Delhi, showcasing an extraordinary alliance in the pursuit of scientific excellence. The findings were published in a peer-reviewed journal, Food Research Journal. Prof Jagadish K Patnaik, Vice-Chancellor of the Nagaland University, said the research highlighted the potential of innovation originating from the region to effect significant global change. By tapping into the often-overlooked benefits of tea blossoms, our dedicated scientists are pioneering advancements in health and wellness that could revolutionise dietary supplements and natural remedies, he said. The research team has plans to advance into clinical trials, explore synergies with other nutraceuticals, and scale up for industrial applications across the food, pharmaceutical, and wellness sectors. Das said, Tea blossoms are known to be abundant in health-enhancing compounds, featuring notably higher concentrations of polyphenols, catechins, terpenoids, and L-theanine, while also having lower caffeine levels compared to traditional tea leaves.
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Women's World Cup: Fifties By Sharmin, Shorma Help Bangladesh Reach 232/6 V South Africa
ODI World Cup: Contrasting half-centuries by Sharmin Akhter and Shorma Akter and a fiery cameo by Ritu Moni helped Bangladesh post a competitive 232/6 in their 50 overs against South Africa in the Women's ODI World Cup at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Monday. Sharmin Akhter scored 50 off 77 balls (6x4) to lay the foundation, while Shorma Akter hammered an unbeaten 51 off 35 (3x4, 3x6) to give late impetus. Ritu Moni blasted 19 off eight balls at the end as Bangladesh started slow but finished in a canter to post a respectable total. It was excruciatingly slow going for Bangladesh on electing to bat first as they crawled to 100/2 in 30 overs with Sharmin Akhter and skipper Nigar Sultana Joty holding fort in the middle-overs. Fargana Hoque (30) and Rubya Haider (23) were painstakingly slow in their approach as Bangladesh reached 28 for no loss in 10 overs of mandatory Power-play, managing to hit only three boundaries. The South African also kept things quiet by bowling a tight line and allowing no leeway. They took the pace off the ball and used the overcast conditions well to make things difficult for the Bangladesh batters. Fargana Hoque and Rubya Haider shared a 53-run partnership for the opening wicket in 16 overs, but both fell within 20 runs. Hoque was trapped lbw by left-arm spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba, while Haider was caught by Nadine de Klerk off Chloe Tryon. Sharmin Akter (50) and skipper Nigar Sultana Joty continued in the same vein as they shared a 77-run partnership for the third wicket in around 15 overs as Bangladesh reached 150 in the 40th over. Sharmin Akter completed her fifty off 74 balls, hitting six fours, but was run out due to a terrible mix-up with her skipper. Joty managed to score 32 off 42 balls before she was caught superbly by her opposite number, Laura Wolvaardt, off Mlaba, just when she was looking to give the score the push it needed badly. Bangladesh were down to 164/4. Shorna Akter showed some urgency, hitting the first six of the innings with a miscue over long-on off Tryon after a delightfully executed sweep for four off Mlaba. She hammered Tumi Sekhukhune for a six and followed that up with a thick-edged four over the keeper's head. Another four over mid-off, though not from the middle of the bat, and a single and a double fetched Bangladesh 18 runs from the 46th over, their most productive one. Though a double blow at 195 as Sobhana Mostary (9) and Rabeya Khan (0) fell within two balls threw a spanner in the works for them, a hat-trick of boundaries by Ritu Moni off Marizanne Kapp and another six by Shorma helped them reach a respectable total. Bangladesh were down to 164/4. Shorna Akter showed some urgency, hitting the first six of the innings with a miscue over long-on off Tryon after a delightfully executed sweep for four off Mlaba. She hammered Tumi Sekhukhune for a six and followed that up with a thick-edged four over the keeper's head. Another four over mid-off, though not from the middle of the bat, and a single and a double fetched Bangladesh 18 runs from the 46th over, their most productive one. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Bangladesh 232/6 in 50 overs (Sharmin Akhter 50, Shorma Akter 51 not out, Nigar Sultana Joty 32, Ritu Moni 19 not out; Nonkululeko Mlaba 2-42) against South Africa Article Source: IANS
Jan Suraaj Party names candidate for 65 Bihar seats; suspense continues over PK's Raghopur debut
PATNA: The Jan Suraaj Party on Monday announced its second list of candidates for 65 constituencies for the Bihar assembly elections, but kept under wraps its choice for the Raghopur seat from where its founder Prashant Kishor is expected to take on RJD's Tejashwi Yadav. Addressing a press conference, Kishor said that with this, the party has named candidates for 116 of the state's 243 seats. In the first list, we had announced candidates for 51 seats, and in the second list, we named nominees for 65 seats. Candidates for the remaining seats will be announced later, he said. Kishor said among the candidates announced so far, 31 belonged to the extremely weaker sections, 21 to Other Backwards Classes, and 21 are Muslims. The selection of candidates reflects the party's commitment to represent all sections of society, he said. The party has fielded Kamlesh Paswan from Harnaut, a seat long considered CM Nitish Kumar's stronghold, though he hasn't contested an assembly election there in three decades. Another notable name in the second list is advocate Abhay Kant Jha, who represented victims of the 1989 Bhagalpur communal riots. He will contest the elections from Bhagalpur. Among the other prominent candidates are retired police officer Nasrullah Khan in Nokha (Rohtas), academic Shashikant Prasad in Phulwari, and Dr Shahnawaz in Barharia (Siwan). Naval Kishore Chowdhary, a well-known economist, has been fielded from Bathnaha (SC) in Sitamarhi. The party has also fielded Tathagat Harshvardhan, son of former Union minister KK Tiwary, in the Buxar seat. Tiwary, elected from the Buxar Lok Sabha seat in 1980 and 1984, was a minister in the Rajiv Gandhi government. Among the party's Muslim candidates are Md Ekramul Haque (Thakurganj), Naaz Ahmad Khan alias Pappu Khan (Kesaria), and Aamir Haider (Bahadurpur). In the ST-reserved seat of Manihari in Katihar district, it has fielded Bablu Soren.
Bihar polls: CPI-ML fields Divya Gautam from Digha seat
PATNA: Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) on Sunday announced its candidates for five assembly constituencies even as seat-sharing formula within INDIA bloc is yet to be formally announced. CPI-ML has fielded Divya Gautam, cousin of late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, from Digha assembly constituency in Patna district. Divya will file her nomination papers on October 15. Rambali Yadav and Madan Singh Chandravanshi will also represent CPI-ML from Ghosi in Jehanabad and Tarari in Bhojpur districts. Similarly, Shiv Prakash Ranjan has been fielded from Agiaon and Qauamuddin Ansari from Ara in Bhojpur district. A Patna Womens College alumni, Divya Gautam did her post graduation in Mass Communication from the Patna University and worked as assistant professor in the same institute before being finally selected as supply inspector through Bihar Public Service Commission. She, however, resigning from her government job and engaged in social activities. She has been fielded as CPI-ML candidate from Digha assembly constituency, the seat currently held by BJP MLA Sanjeev Chaurasia. Sanjeev is the son of Ganga Prasad, governor of Sikkim and Meghalaya. Divya Gautams entry into the political fray has drawn attention not only for her family connection but her local engagement in Patnas civic and social issues. Her candidacy is expected to appeal to younger voters and women in the Digha constituency. Late actor Sushant Singh Rajputs family also resided in the area falling under Digha assembly constituency. Singhs father K K Singh along with other family members reside at Rajeev Nagar under the same police station limits in Patna. Some residents suggested that Divya might emphasise her family connection to emotionally connect with the voters.
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Bihar elections: Jan Suraaj Party releases second list of candidates
Patna: The Prashant Kishor-led Jan Suraaj Party on Monday announced its second list of candidates for 65 seats for the Bihar elections. However, Kishors name, who is expected to contest the polls from the Raghopur seat against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, was missing from the list. Addressing a press conference, Kishor said that with this, 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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Dont fear outsiders: Tejashwi hits out at Shah after court frames charges in IRCTC case
Patna, Oct 13 (PTI) Asserting that he would continue to fight against the BJP as long as he is alive, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday hit out at Union Home Minister Amit Shah and said as a true Bihari, he does not fear outsiders. After a court in Delhi framed charges against him, his father Lalu Prasad and mother Rabri Devi in the alleged IRCTC scam case, Yadav said they have chosen the path of struggle and by walking on that path, they will surely reach their destination. A month ago, when Union Home Minister Amit Shah ji came
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Named Vice-Captain of Bihar for First Two Ranji Trophy Matches
Patna, October 13 (Daily Kiran): The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) on Sunday announced a 14-member squad for the first two matches of the Ranji Trophy 202526 season. The selection was finalized after a meeting of the state selection committee. Sakibul Gani has been appointed as the captain, while Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been named the vice-captain, ... Read more Vaibhav Suryavanshi Named Vice-Captain of Bihar for First Two Ranji Trophy Matches
Filing of nominations begins for 122 seats in second phase of Bihar polls
PATNA: The filing of nomination papers for 122 Bihar assembly seats, which will go to the elections in the second phase, began on Monday, officials said. The nomination process began with the Election Commission issuing the notification for polling in these seats on November 11, they said. Nominations can be filed for these seats till October 20, while the last date for withdrawal of candidature is October 23, they added. Among the significant seats going to polls in this phase are Imamganj, where the sitting MLA is Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi's daughter-in-law Deepa Manjhi, ex-RJD minister Kumar Sarvjeet's Bodh Gaya, Bhojpuri singer Vinay Bihari's Lauriya and ex-BJP minister Narayan Prasad's Nautan. The nomination process for the 121 seats in the first phase began on Friday. Polling in these seats will be held on November 6. Candidates can file their nomination papers till October 17, officials said. The counting of votes for all 243 seats will be held on November 14.
Three STF personnel injured in IED blast in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur
BIJAPUR: Three personnel of the Special Task Force (STF) were injured when a pressure Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by Naxalites went off in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Monday, police said. The incident took place at a forest in Kandlaparti village under Bhopalpatnam police station area when a team of STF, a unit of the state police, was out on an area domination operation, a police official said. The security personnel inadvertently came in contact with a pressure IED, triggering the blast, causing them injuries, he said. After preliminary treatment, the injured personnel were being shifted to Bijapur district hospital. A search operation is underway in the area, he added. Naxalites often plant IEDs along the road and dirt tracks in forests to target security personnel during patrolling in the interior pockets of the Bastar region, comprising seven districts, including Bijapur. Civilians have fallen prey to such traps laid in the past by Naxalites in the region. On Saturday, a commando of the CRPF's CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) unit was injured when a pressure IED planted by Naxalites exploded in the Usoor police station area of Bijapur. Earlier, on October 9, a boy was injured in a similar blast in Gangaloor area of the district.
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Smaller NDA allies in Bihar express resentment over seat-sharing formula
PATNA: Differences among the constituents of the ruling NDA in Bihar have once again come to the fore after the seat-sharing arrangements were announced for the upcoming assembly elections. Smaller allies Hindustani Awam Morcha, headed by Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha of Rajya Sabha MP Upendra Kushwaha, which got six seats each, have expressed their resentment over the seat-sharing formula. The ruling NDA on Sunday announced seat sharing for the elections to the 243-member assembly, with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) and the BJP deciding to contest 101 constituencies each, and leaving the rest for smaller allies. Union minister Chirag Paswan will field candidates of his Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) in 29 seats. Commenting on the seat-sharing arrangements, Manjhi told reporters on Sunday, What the high command has decided, we have accepted. But by giving us just six seats, they have underestimated us. It may cost the NDA in the elections. Similarly, Kushwaha, in a late-night post on X, addressed his party workers after seat sharing was announced, and wrote, Dear friends/colleagues, I seek your forgiveness. The number of seats we got is not as per your expectations. I understand that this decision will hurt those colleagues who aspired to be candidates of our party. Today, in many homes, food might not have been cooked. However, I am sure you all understand the constraints and limitations of both me and the party. I humbly request you to let the anger subside, and then you will yourself realise how appropriate or inappropriate the decision is. Time will tell the rest, he added. Manjhi, who had been insisting on at least 15 seats on the grounds that he needed to win eight for his party to get ecognised, left for Patna just before the formula was announced in the national capital, but stopped short of coming out in revolt. This is the first time that the two top constituents of the NDA in the state are contesting an equal number of seats. In Patna, state Congress spokesperson Rajesh Rathor took a jibe at the NDA, alleging that he seat-sharing arrangement makes it clear that the BJP has cut Nitish Kumar to size. Ever since the two parties have been allies, this is for the first time that the JD(U) will not be contesting a higher number of seats than the BJP, in an assembly election. It is a clear signal that in the days to come, the BJP will devour the JD(U), he added.
Bihar elections: BJP likely to announce first list of Bihar election candidates
BJPs Central Election Committee, chaired by PM Modi and JP Nadda, finalised most candidate names ahead of Bihar Assembly polls. The first candidate list is expected Monday in Patna. NDA allies have confirmed seat-sharing for the two-phased elections on November 6 and 11
Alyssa Healys century drives Australia to record World Cup chase against India
Australia secured a historic three-wicket victory over India in the ongoing 2025 Women's ODI World Cup in Visakhapatnam on Sunday. Alyssa Healy's outstanding 142 runs led the record-breaking chase of 331. Ellyse Perry remained unbeaten to guide Australia home. This win propels Australia to the top of the points table. India suffered their second consecutive defeat.
Lalu, Tejashwi to meet Rahul today for seat-sharing pact
PATNA: All eyes are set on the crucial meeting of RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav with senior Congress leadersRahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Khargein New Delhi on Monday to seal the seat-sharing arrangements among Opposition INDIA bloc partners for the high-stakes Bihar Assembly elections. While the elections are scheduled to be held in two phasesNovember 6 and 11the counting of votes will take place on November 14. The nomination for the first phase is underway. Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani admitted that some technical issues have delayed the announcement of the seat allocation. I am leaving for New Delhi where all the issues related to seat-sharing will be resolved, he said before leaving for Delhi from Patna on Sunday. Sahani said that Lalu and Tejashwi were already in Delhi. I have been asked to come to Delhi for proposed meeting slated for Monday. Once the issues are resolved, the announcement on seat allocation will be made, he said, adding that INDIA bloc would contest election unitedly. Before leaving for Delhi, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad said, Seat-sharing talks are underway. Everything will be settled and declaration on seat-sharing pact will be made soon, he said. Earlier, Tejashwi said that there was no political purpose of his Delhi visit. He said they have been summoned to depose before a court in connection with a case. Lalu, his wife Rabri Devi and Tejashwi have to appear before the court in the railways land for job scam case on Monday. Tejashwi parried questions on seat-sharing deal. We have been summoned by the court in Delhi. You (media) have got masala and run it the whole day, he said. Meanwhile, two RJD MLAsVibha Devi and Prakash Veerresigned from their posts and sent their resignation letters to Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav. Vibha Devi, wife of former MLA Raj Ballabh Prasad, is MLA from Nawada while Prakash Veer represents Rajauli seat. Though they have not yet declared it, but sources said that they may be inducted in JD(U) and fielded from their respective constituencies. Technical issues behind delay, says VIP president Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani admitted that some technical issues have delayed the announcement of the seat allocation. I am leaving for New Delhi where all the issues related to seat-sharing will be resolved, he said before leaving for Delhi from Patna on Sunday.
Two RJD MLAs resign, may join Nitishs party
PATNA: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) suffered a significant blow on Sunday as two of its MLAs resigned ahead of the Bihar polls amid speculation that they could join CM Nitish Kumars JD(U). Vibha Devi, the RJD MLA from Nawada and Prakash Veer, the MLA from Rajauli, submitted their resignations to Assembly Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav, severing ties with the party. The resignations came after RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadavs departure to Delhi and have further deepened the internal strife within the party. The RJD is grappling with contentious seat-sharing arrangements and growing discontent among party workers and leaders. Devis husband Raj Ballabh Yadav was a former MLA and recently walked out of jail, following an acquittal by the Patna High Court in a POCSO case for which he spent several years behind bars. Devi had won the seat in the 2020 elections on an RJD ticket, and her resignation is seen as a major loss for the party in the Nawada region, where her family holds significant influence.
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Healys masterclass ton powers Australia to record chase against India
VISAKHAPATNAM, Oct 12: Skipper Alyssa Healy led from the front with a masterful 142 as Australia pulled off a record chase of 331 to beat India by three wickets in their Womens World Cup group match, here on Sunday. Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana became the first player in womens ODIs to score 1,000 runs in a calendar year as India piled up 330 after Australia opted to bowl. In pursuit of the highest target ever successfully chased in womens ODI history, [] The post Healys masterclass ton powers Australia to record chase against India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Healys heroics script historic chase as Australia stun India
ICC Womens World Cup Visakhapatnam, Oct 12: A scintillating century from skipper Alyssa Healy powered Australia to the highest-ever successful chase in womens One-Day International history, as they defeated India by three wickets in a pulsating ICC Womens World Cup group-stage clash on Sunday. Set a mammoth target of 331, the Australian captain led from []
Faster than Viv and Kohli: Mandhana quickest woman to 5,000 ODI runs
Visakhapatnam, Oct 12: Smriti Mandhana etched her name in cricketing history on Saturday, becoming the fastest woman to reach 5,000 runs in One-Day Internationals during Indias 2025 World Cup clash against Australia in Visakhapatnam. Asked to bat first after Australian skipper Alyssa Healy won the toss, Indias opening pair of Mandhana and Pratika Rawal began []
SA eye NRR boost against Bdesh
Match Today SA v BAN | AT 3:00PM Visakhapatnam, Oct 12: Having roared back into contention with twin wins, a confident South African unit will look to keep the juggernaut rolling when they face a spirited Bangladesh in their Womens ODI World Cup clash here on Monday. After a crushing 10-wicket loss to England in []
BCA names Ranji Trophy squad amidst selection challenges; Gani to lead with Suryavanshi as deputy
Bihar Cricket Association has announced its squad for the Ranji Trophy. Sakibul Gani will captain the 15-member team, with Vaibhav Suryavanshi as his deputy. This comes after a day of headlines regarding a shortage of selectors. A stop-gap arrangement was made with BCCI approval to ensure a team could be fielded for the upcoming matches.
Three die after boat capsizes in Motihari
Three people died when a boat carrying 15 villagers capsized in the Sikrahana river in East Champaran district on Saturday night. The overloaded boat overturned due to strong winds and water currents while returning with cattle fodder. Local residents and NDRF teams rescued 12 people, and compensation will be provided to the victims' families.
FIR against Jan Suraaj for violation of poll code
An FIR was lodged against Jan Suraaj's block president in Vaishali for alleged model code of conduct violations during Prashant Kishor's campaign. Hundreds participated, exceeding permitted numbers. Kishor, unfazed by potential bans, stated he would cease campaigning if directed. Jan Suraaj plans to release its second candidate list soon, amidst speculation Kishor might contest against Tejashwi in Raghopur.
Tejashwi, Lalu in Delhi amid INDIA bloc seat-sharing delay
INDIA bloc's seat-sharing talks in Bihar face further delays as RJD leaders Lalu Prasad and Tejashwi Yadav attend court in Delhi. Disagreements persist between RJD and Congress over seat allocation, while VIP's demands for significant seats and a deputy CM post add complexity. The alliance aims to finalize the deal soon.
High-flying polls: Parties turn to choppers, private jets for maximum reach
As Bihar's assembly elections intensify, political parties are deploying a fleet of over a dozen helicopters and chartered flights to reach voters across the state. Major parties like BJP, Congress, JD(U), and RJD have secured aerial transport for star campaigners and leaders, ensuring maximum reach and rapid movement between constituencies.
BJP, JD(U) to contest 101 seats each as NDA seals deal
The NDA has finalised its seat-sharing formula for the Bihar assembly elections, with BJP and JD(U) contesting 101 seats each. LJP(RV) will contest 29 seats, while HAM(S) and RLM will fight for six seats each. All alliance partners have expressed unity and welcomed the unanimous decision.
Tej Pratap unfollows Tejashwi on social media platform
RJD chief Lalu Prasad's elder son, Tej Pratap Yadav, unfollowed his younger brother Tejashwi on X, weeks before Bihar assembly elections. This social media move signals deepening family tensions, particularly after Tej Pratap's expulsion from the RJD in May following a personal controversy. He has since launched his own political outfit.
Two RJD legislators quit assembly, may join JD(U)
Two RJD legislators, Vibha Devi and Prakash Veer, resigned from the Bihar assembly on Sunday, fueling speculation they will join the JD(U). Their recent appearance at a PM Modi rally had already hinted at a shift. The Speaker accepted their resignations, marking a significant setback for the RJD.
Visakhapatnams Marine Life Comes Alive in Oil on Canvas
The exhibition features 26 meticulously crafted oil paintings that capture the vibrant marine life found in the intertidal zones the dynamic stretch between high and low tide lines.
Captain Alyssa Healy: Captain Alyssa Healy struck a magnificent century, blasting 142 off 107 balls, the highest score ever against India, while Annabel Sutherland grabbed 5-40 as Australia scampered to a three-wicket victory in a crucial match in the Women's World Cup in Visakhapatnam on Sunday. Healy, who slammed a record-breaking 21 fours and three sixes, scored her third World Cup hundred and first ODI hundred since January 2025 (sixth overall) as Australia reached 331/7 with six balls to spare. They outperformed Indian openers Smriti Mandhana (80 off 667 balls) and Pratika Rawal (75 off 96), who shared an opening partnership of 155 runs. But India suffered a collapse in the last five overs and could manage only 330 all out, when they looked good for 400 at one stage. It was a record-breaking effort from both teams as Mandhana and Rawal (75) put up the biggest opening partnership against Australia; Mandhana became the fastest to reach 5000 runs (112 matches) in Women's ODIs. India posted the highest total against Australia in ODIs, surpassing 298 by England. The Aussies then hammered 82 for no loss in 10 overs for the highest score in the Power-play in Women's ODIs and scripted the biggest successful chase. This was India's second successive defeat in the World Cup after the loss to South Africa on October 9 as they slipped to third in the standings, ahead of the Proteas on NRR. Australia continued at the top of the table with seven points from four matches, with England in second spot with six points from three matches. The Indians put up a late fight, with N. Shree Charani (3-41), Amanjot Kaur (2-68), and Deepti Sharma (2-52) claiming crucial wickets in the death overs to make it a close affair. Shree Charani removed Australia captain Healy, caught by a brilliant effort by Sneh Rana just centimetres above the ground, for a brilliant 107-ball 142, sharing crucial partnerships with Phoebe Litchfield (40 off 39, 6x4, 1x6) and an 89-run stand for the second wicket before Ellyse Perry was retired hurt, to put Australia on course to victory. Healy hammered the two openers and scored at will in the middle-overs as the Indian bowlers failed to cut down on pace and allowed her to reverse sweep and use the short-arm jab effectively. Chasing a massive target of 331, the Australian skipper had stitched another half-century partnership with Ashleigh Gardner (45, 46 balls, 3x4, 1x6) as the defending champions crossed the 250-run mark. But with Australia on 265/3, Charani weaved her magic and got Healy out to open the gate for India. Amanjot Kaur claimed two wickets in successive balls spread over two overs, sending back Sophie Molineux (13) and Ashleigh Gardner (45) after Deepti Sharma had trapped Tahlia McGrath (12) as Australia slumped to 303/7 in the 45th over. But Ellyse Perry, who returned to the crease after recuperating from cramps, along with Kim Garth (14 not out), guided Australia to a memorable win with six balls to spare. Perry remained unbeaten on 47 off 52 balls (5x4, 1x6) as she sealed victory with a six off the last ball of the 49th over. Earlier, India failed to capitalise on a solid platform provided by openers Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal. With Mandhana finding form right on time after scoring 54 runs in the first three matches, and Pratika scoring her maiden half-century in the World Cup, India raced to 192/1 in 30 overs. However, the hosts succumbed to the lure of big hits and some superb bowling by the Australians, especially Annabel Sutherland, who claimed 5-40, and lost nine wickets for 138 runs and were bundled out for 330 runs in 48.5 overs. India lost their last six wickets for 36 runs and failed to play their full quota of 50 overs. And that came to haunt them as Australia secured a victory in a crucial match at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. Harleen Deol (38 off 42), Jemimah Rodrigues (33), and Richa Ghosh (32) made vital contributions, but none of them could stay at the wicket and score a 50 or 60 to help India make the most of the death overs. India lost their last six wickets for 36 runs and failed to play their full quota of 50 overs. And that came to haunt them as Australia secured a victory in a crucial match at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief scores: India 330 all out in 48.5 overs (Smriti Mandhana 80, Pratika Rawal 75; Annabel Sutherland 5-40, Sophie Molineux 3-75) lost to Australia 331/7 in 49 overs (Alyssa Healy 142, Ellyse Perry 47 not out, Ashleigh Gardner 45; N Shree Gharani 3-41, Amanjot Kaur 2-68, Deepti Sharma 2-52) by three wickets. Article Source: IANS
Woman forced into marriage with lover in Bhagalpur
A 20-year-old woman, mother of two children, was allegedly forced into marriage with her lover by her in-laws in Bhagalpur. The couple was caught together, leading to a village-witnessed ceremony where the lover applied sindoor. No formal complaint has been filed despite a video surfacing.
With 29 seats, Chirag emerges big winner in NDA deal
Chirag Paswan's LJP(RV) emerged as the biggest winner in Bihar NDA seat-sharing, securing 29 seats for the upcoming assembly elections. The BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, a shift from the traditional formula. This outcome reflects Paswan's strong negotiating position within the alliance.
Illegal items worth over Rs20 crore seized since poll code enforcement in state
Bihar elections are seeing massive crackdowns as authorities seize over Rs 20 crore in cash, liquor, drugs, and precious metals since the model code of conduct began. Joint operations have also led to the confiscation of illegal weapons and the raiding of manufacturing units, underscoring a commitment to a fair electoral process.
PM Modi to interact with Bihar NDA workers on October 15
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will engage with NDA workers in Bihar on October 15, emphasising the 'Mera booth sabse majboot' campaign. This interaction, ahead of the Bihar assembly elections on November 6 and 11, aims to strengthen the BJP-NDA at the grassroots level. Workers are invited to share their suggestions for the campaign.
Man beaten to death over witchcraft allegation in Aaurangabad
A 65-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by neighbours in Bihar's Aurangabad district on suspicion of practising witchcraft. The victim, Baleshwar Bhuiyan, was assaulted with sticks and stones, his face crushed with rocks. Police have taken five suspects into custody for interrogation.
District admin convenes election monitoring meeting
Darbhanga's election expenditure monitoring cell met with nodal officers, emphasizing strict adherence to SOPs for upcoming assembly polls. Observers directed flying squad and static surveillance teams to conduct checks with dignity, ensuring essential services like ambulances are not unduly delayed. Vigilance against voter influence through freebies was also stressed.
Bihar elections: 86 polling officers' salaries withheld for missing mandatory training
Salaries of 86 polling officers in Buxar have been withheld for failing to attend mandatory election training. These officers must provide a written explanation for their absence within 24 hours or face an FIR for dereliction of duty. Training is ongoing for the first phase of Bihar assembly elections.
Women's World Cup: Healy, Sutherland Masterclass Helps Australia Rule Over India
But Ellyse Perry: Alyssa Healy struck a magnificent century, blasting 142 off 107 balls, the highest score ever against India, as Australia scampered to a three-wicket victory in a crucial Women's World Cup match in Visakhapatnam on Sunday. Healy scored her third World Cup hundred and first ODI hundred since January 2025 as Australia mounted the biggest successful chase in World Cup history to reach 331/7 with six balls to spare. It was a record-breaking effort from both teams as India's Smriti Mandhana (80) and Pratika Rawal (75) put up the biggest opening partnership against Australia, as Mandhana became the fastest and youngest to reach 5000 runs in Women's ODIs. India posted the highest total against Australia in ODIs, surpassing 298 by England. The Aussies then hammered 82 for no loss in 10 overs for the highest score in the Power-play in Women's ODIs. The Indians put up a late fight, with N Shree Charani (3-41), Amanjot Kaur (2-68), and Deepti Sharma (2-52) claiming crucial wickets in the death overs to make it a close affair. Shree Charani removed Australia captain Healy, caught by a brilliant effort by Sneh Rana just centimetres above the ground, for a brilliant 107-ball 142, sharing crucial partnerships with Phoebe Litchfield (40 off 39, 6x4, 1x6) and an 89-run stand for the second wicket before Ellyse Perry was retired hurt, to put Australia on course to victory. Healy hammered the two openers and scored at will in the middle-overs as the Indian bowlers failed to cut down on pace and allowed her to reverse sweep and use the short-arm jab effectively. Chasing a massive target of 331, the Australian skipper had stitched another half-century partnership with Ashleigh Gardner (45, 46 balls, 3x4, 1x6) as the defending champions crossed the 250-run mark. But with Australia on 265/3, Charani weaved her magic and got Healy out to open the gate for India. Amanjot Kaur claimed two wickets in successive balls spread over two overs, sending back Sophie Molineux (13) and Ashleigh Gardner (45) after Deepti Sharma had trapped Tahlia McGrath (12) as Australia slumped to 303/7 in the 45th over. But Ellyse Perry, who returned to the crease after recuperating from cramps, along with Kim Garth (14 not out), guided Australia to a memorable win with six balls to spare. Perry remained unbeaten on 47 off 52 balls (5x4, 1x6) as she sealed victory with a six off the last ball of the 49th over. Earlier, India failed to capitalise on a solid platform provided by openers Smriti Mandhana (80) and Pratika Rawal (75), who shared a 150-run partnership, by allowing Australia to come back into the match and prevent them from reaching 370-380 runs. With Mandhana finding form right on time after scoring 54 runs in the first three matches, and Pratika scoring her maiden half-century in the World Cup, India raced to 192/1 in 30 overs. However, the hosts succumbed to the lure of big hits and some superb bowling by the Australians, especially Annabel Sutherland, who claimed 5-40, and lost nine wickets for 138 runs and were bundled out for 330 runs in 48.5 overs. Earlier, India failed to capitalise on a solid platform provided by openers Smriti Mandhana (80) and Pratika Rawal (75), who shared a 150-run partnership, by allowing Australia to come back into the match and prevent them from reaching 370-380 runs. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief scores: India 330 all out in 48.5 overs (Smriti Mandhana 80, Pratika Rawal 75; Annabel Sutherland 5-40, Sophie Molineux 3-75) lost to Australia 331/7 in 49 overs (Alyssa Healy 142, Ellyse Perry 47 not out, Ashleigh Gardner 45; N Shree Gharani 3-41, Amanjot Kaur 2-68, Deepti Sharma 2-52) by three wickets. Article Source: IANS
HAM alloted only six seats for Bihar polls; patron Jitan Ram Manjhi says 'NDA may face consequences'
PATNA: After his party was allotted six seats in the National Democratic Alliances (NDA) seat share deal for Bihar elections, Union Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) patron Jitan Ram Manjhi on Sunday asserted that NDA might face repercussions as his party was undervalued by the ruling alliance. While talking to the media, Manjhi said, What the high command decided, we accept, but by giving six seats, they have undervalued us; it may have repercussions in NDA. While he expressed his discontent, he said that he is not unhappy. In Parliament, we were given one seat, we were still happy. Here, we have been given six seats, and we respect the decision of the leadership, Manjhi added. On Chirag Paswan's LJP (RV) getting 29 seats, Manjhi said, Others can understand what they received, but we are satisfied with what we have been allotted, and we have no complaints. Manjhi had demanded 15 seats in the deal as it could have ensured HAM getting the status of a recognised party. He claimed that if HAM contested 15 seats, the party could potentially win 78 seats and achieve the necessary 6 per cent vote share across the state, even without winning every seat. Under the seat-sharing formula, BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, Chirag Paswans LJP(RV) 29, HAM and Rashtriya Lok Morcha led by Upendra Kushwaha six seats each. Kushwaha had earlier expressed his discontent over the seat-sharing arrangements within NDA.
JD(U) finalises candidates for almost all assembly seats
The ruling JD(U) has finalized candidates for nearly all 101 seats it will contest in Bihar's upcoming assembly polls alongside NDA allies. The party is expected to announce most names by Monday or Tuesday, marking a shift as it contests an equal number of seats as the BJP for the first time since 2005.
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Bihar polls: AIMIM hints at formation of third front, announces 32 candidates
PATNA: The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has released a list of 32 candidates for the upcoming assembly elections in Bihar and has hinted at the formation of a third front, a move that could significantly impact the Oppositions INDIA bloc. AIMIM Bihar chief Akhtarul Iman stated that the party would field candidates from multiple constituencies, including Kishanganj, Purnea, Katihar, Araria, Gaya, Motihari, Nawada, Jamui, Bhagalpur, Siwan, Darbhanga, Samastipur, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Vaishali, and Gopalganj. Interestingly, most of the seats where AIMIM plans to field candidates are currently held by members of the INDIA bloc. AIMIM had attempted to prevent the division of secular votes and unite against communal forces, but the larger coalition partners didnt cooperate, resulting in the formation of a third front, Iman asserted. He added that the party has released the list of 32 candidates out of the 100 seats it intends to contest in the 2025 assembly elections. The names of the candidates for the announced seats will be revealed soon, he said. Will join INDIA alliance in Bihar if AIMIM gets to contest six seats: Owaisi The AIMIM state president recalled that during the 2020 assembly elections, the party was accused of splitting secular votes. It is well known that we had written to RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Prasad Yadav seeking an alliance ahead of the 2025 assembly polls but received no response, he added. In the 2020 assembly election, AIMIM fielded candidates in 20 seats and won five. This performance was seen as having impacted the Grand Alliance, comprising the RJD, Congress, and Left parties. However, four of AIMIMs MLAs later switched over to the RJD, leaving Akhtarul Iman as the partys lone representative in the state assembly. AIMIM had contested the 2020 election in alliance with Mayawatis BSP and Upendra Kushwahas RLSP. The party had influenced the performance of Opposition parties in several constituencies. Kushwaha later joined the BJP-JD(U)-led NDA and formed a new party called the Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM). In the 2025 assembly election, RLM has been offered six seats. Muslims account for nearly 18 percent of the states population of over 13 crore, according to the 202223 state census.
We are not building palaces, but bringing investments, says Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Lokesh
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India Women posted their highest-ever total in Women's ODI World Cup history, scoring 330 against Australia in Visakhapatnam, and Smriti Mandhana created multiple world records during this landmark match.
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Bihar elections: NDA finalises seat-sharing; JD(U), BJP to contest 101 seats each
Patna: The ruling NDA in Bihar on Sunday finalised its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming polls to the 243-member assembly, in which Chief Minister Nitish Kumars JD(U) and BJP will contest 101 seats each, leaving the rest for smaller allies. The announcement to the effect came on X handles of JD(U) working president Sanjay Kumar 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 .
Patna, October 12 (Daily Kiran): The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar has officially announced its seat-sharing formula for the upcoming Assembly elections. Chief Minister Nitish Kumars Janata Dal (United) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will contest an equal number of seats 101 each. Chirag Paswans Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has been ... Read more Bihar NDA Finalizes Seat-Sharing: BJP and JDU Get 101 Each, Chirag Paswan 29, Kushwaha and Manjhi 6 Each
Bihar elections: Jan Suraaj Party will scrap ban on sale of liquor if voted to power
Patna: Prashant Kishors Jan Suraaj Party on Sunday reiterated that if voted to power, it will scrap the ban on sale and consumption of liquor in Bihar imposed by the Nitish Kumar government. It said the nearly Rs 28,000 crore revenue surplus thus generated will be utilised to raise loans to the tune of Rs 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 .
Smriti Mandhana Scripts World Record, Becomes First Player Ever To Achieve This Feat
India batter Smriti Mandhana on Sunday scripted history during the Women's ODI World Cup match against Australia in Visakhapatnam.
Mandhana Creates History With 1,000 Runs In A Year, Crosses 5,000 In WODIs
Visakhapatnam, Oct 12: Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana on Saturday became the first player in womens ODIs to score 1,000 runs in a calendar year during Indias high-profile Womens World Cup group match against Australia here. The 29-year-old opener also completed 5,000 runs in womens ODIs, becoming only the fifth and second Indian batter after Mithali Raj to achieve the feat. She is the youngest and fastest to the milestone, reaching it in 112 innings and 5,569 balls, surpassing Stafanie Taylors [] The post Mandhana Creates History With 1,000 Runs In A Year, Crosses 5,000 In WODIs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Smriti Mandhana Becomes Fastest Woman To Reach 5000-run Milestone In ODIs
Rajasekhara Reddy ACA: Indian opener Smriti Mandhana on Sunday became the youngest and fastest player to reach 5000 runs in Women's ODI cricket, reaching the mark during the Women's World Cup match against Australia at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. The 29-year-old batter reached the milestone in her 112th Women's ODI match with a six off Kim Garth of Australia in the 21st over, breaking the record of Stafanie Taylor (WI), who reached 5000 runs in 129 matches. According to ESPNCricinfo, the list of fastest to 5000 runs in Women's ODI is now led by Smriti Mandhana (112 matches) with Stafanie Taylor (WI) in 129 matches; Suzie Bates (NZ) in 136 matches; Mithali Raj (IND) in 144 matches and Charlotte Edwards (ENG)in 156 matches following suit. The left-hander reached the mark while scoring 80 before she was caught at deep midwicket off Sophie Molineux. Mandhana blazed to 80 off 66 balls, slamming nine boundaries and three maximums. She started cautiously and then got into the attack mode after completing her fifty off 46 balls. Mandhana, who has been in great form this season, scoring the most runs by any player in a calendar year (974), completed her first fifty of the 2025 Women's World Cup off 46 balls on Sunday. The left-hander reached the mark while scoring 80 before she was caught at deep midwicket off Sophie Molineux. Mandhana blazed to 80 off 66 balls, slamming nine boundaries and three maximums. She started cautiously and then got into the attack mode after completing her fifty off 46 balls. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Smriti had struck two centuries in scoring 300 runs in the three-match ODI series against Australia a few weeks before the World Cup. Article Source: IANS
New Record! Mandhana creates history with stellar knock against Oz
Smriti Mandhana has shattered records, becoming the youngest and fastest to 5000 ODI runs in women's cricket. Her brilliant 80 against Australia in Visakhapatnam showcased her exceptional talent and consistency. This remarkable feat underscores her status as a global cricketing icon and highlights the rising prominence of Indian women's cricket.
Smriti Mandhana becomes quickest batter to reach 5000-run mark in Women's ODI in clash vs Australia
Indias vice-captain Smriti Mandhana became the fastest batter to reach 5,000 runs in Womens ODIs, achieving the milestone in just 112 matches during Indias World Cup 2025 clash against Australia in Visakhapatnam. The 29-year-old surpassed several greats with her trademark elegance, cementing her place among crickets modern icons.
Mithali Raj Stand, Raavi Kalpana Gate Unveiled At ACA-VDCA Stadium In Visakhapatnam
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh: The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) unveiled the newly-designated stand named in honour of former India captain Mithali Raj, along with a Gate named after former wicketkeeper Raavi Kalpana, here at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Sunday, recognising the contributions of both to Indian women's cricket stalwarts. The unveiling took place before the toss of India's ODI World Cup match against Australia. International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah, BCCI President Mithun Manhas, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh, ACA president and Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath, and Mithali herself, along with other dignitaries, were present on the occasion. The decision to name a stand after Mithali and the gate in honour of Kalpana at the ACA-VDCA Stadium was taken by the Andhra Cricket Association last week. The decision came after star batter Smriti Mandhana made a request during the Breaking Boundaries fireside chat with Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh in August 2025, where she highlighted the absence of stadium stands named after leading Indian women cricketers, including at Visakhapatnam. Mandhana felt that the renaming of such stands would honour the contribution of women cricketers, while also spotlighting their contributions to the game. It would also inspire the next generation of women to enter cricket as a profession. Acting on Mandhanas appeal, Minister Nara Lokesh immediately consulted the Andhra Cricket Association, leading to a prompt resolution to honour the womens cricket icons by naming stands after them at the Vizag venue. The Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam already has a stand each named after former India stars MSK Prasad and Venugopal Rao. Mithali, a stalwart of women's cricket, holds the record for the most runs in women's ODIs. She scored 7805 runs from 232 ODIs at an average of 50.68 with seven centuries. The Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam already has a stand each named after former India stars MSK Prasad and Venugopal Rao. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Kalpana played seven ODIs between 2015 and 2016, and her rise to the India team has inspired several cricketers from the region, such as Arundhati Reddy, S Meghana, and N Shree Charani. Article Source: IANS
From Patna to London: Ayush researchers find Indian roots of water therapy's global journey
A recent study highlights India's historical role in hydrotherapy. Sake Dean Mahomed introduced Indian vapour baths and shampooing to England centuries ago. These practices, using water and steam for healing, laid the groundwork for modern Naturopathy. Indian traditions of natural healing continue to inspire global wellness practices. This research underscores India's enduring influence on holistic health.
Seat-sharing in INDIA bloc may have to wait as Lalu, Tejashwi leave for Delhi
Patna: Seat-sharing woes may continue to plague the INDIA bloc in Bihar for some time, with RJD president Lalu Prasad, along with son and heir apparent Tejashwi Yadav, leaving for Delhi on Sunday. The party, which recently authorised Prasad to take a call on seat distribution and candidate selection, enjoys an overbearing presence in the 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 .
Ahead of Bihar polls, Tej Pratap Yadav has unfollowed siblings on X, forming his own party, Janshakti Janata Dal. He announced his candidate list for October 13 and will contest from Mahua. This comes after his expulsion from RJD due to a controversy. His party faces competition from established alliances and Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj.
SA-W vs BAN-W, Match 14, Cricket Tips: The next game of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 will feature a clash between South Africa Women and Bangladesh Women. This match will be played at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, on Monday with a start time of 3 PM IST. South Africa Women are coming into this game on the back of two consecutive wins. They have beaten New Zealand and India, and another win here will help them stay ahead in the race to the semifinal. For Bangladesh, this is a must-win game. They have lost the last two games; if they lose this, it will be almost impossible to make a comeback. SA-W vs BAN-W: Match Details Date : October 13 (Monday) Time : 3 PM IST Venue : ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam SA-W vs BAN-W: Live Streaming Details The live action of the SAW vs BANW game on Monday will be available on Star Sports Networks. Fans can also catch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. SA-W vs BAN-W: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches : 21 South Africa Women : 18 Bangladesh Women : 03 No Result : 00 SA-W vs BAN-W: Ground Pitch Report VDCA Cricket Stadium has a balanced wicket, which has some swing and seam with the new ball, and as the ball gets old, spinners will have more of a role in the game. The wicket tends to break down, making the ball spin and turn slowly. Because there can be a passing shower ahead of the game, batting second can be a good option. SA-W vs BAN-W: Possible XIs South Africa Women : Laura Wolvaardt (c), Sune Luus, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Chloe Tryon, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Ayabonga Khaka, Nadine de Klerk, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nonkululeko Mlaba Bangladesh Women : Rubya Haider, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Sharmin Akhter, Sobhana Mostary, Sumaiya Akter, Fahima Khatun, Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Rabeya Khan SA-W vs BAN-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Tazmin Brits missed the last game, but she has four centuries in the last six innings. She will be a big wicket this game. Probable Best Bowler Fahima Khatun has been in great form. She is bowling well in the middle and using the conditions well. For South Africa, Mlaba is the leading wicket taker and is bowling good spells in the middle. Today Match Prediction : Bangladesh Women have an average batting unit, and they are losing consistently. Hence, we predict South Africa Women to win this game. SA-W vs BAN-W Prediction Match 14, ICC Womens World Cup 2025, Today Match SA-W vs BAN-W, SA-W vs BAN-W Prediction, SA-W vs BAN-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update of the match between South Africa Women vs Bangladesh Women Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
India Women's vs Australia Women's World Cup 2025 Live Streaming: When and where to watch
IND W vs AUS W WC 2025 Live Streaming Details: Harmanpreet Kaur's India takes on dominant Australia today in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025. India seeks a win after a loss to South Africa. They must improve batting and death bowling to challenge the unbeaten Australian team. The match is at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. It starts at 3:00 PM IST.
A 25-year-old woman was allegedly burnt alive by her husband in Nalanda district, with her family claiming he wanted to remarry his girlfriend. The accused husband and his parents fled the village after the incident. Police are conducting raids to apprehend the suspects.
Indian gaur, captured in Hassans Channarayapatna, dies in transit due to cardiac arrest
The wild animal, spotted in Channarayapatna town on October 11 morning, ran helter-skelter, injuring a woman and damaging a car and a few two-wheelers.
India women vs Australia women: playing 11 prediction for high-stakes ODI clash
IND W vs AUS W Playing 11 Today Match: India clashes with Australia in a sold-out Visakhapatnam World Cup fixture, aiming to overcome batting inconsistencies and left-arm spin vulnerabilities. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur seeks a return to form, while Australia eyes Sophie Molineux's potential impact. The high-stakes encounter promises a thrilling contest with significant implications for the tournament standings.
Tejashwis Govt job for each home promise evokes mixed reaction from hoi polloi
PATNA, Oct 12: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadavs promise of a government job for every household if voted to power in Bihar has evoked mixed reactions, with some dismissing it as a mere poll gimmick, while a section of the electorate banking on the assurance to go beyond the rhetoric. Unemployment is one of the major issues in the state, which witnesses large out-migration to other parts of the country for work. Yadav, the chief ministerial face of the RJD, recently [] The post Tejashwis Govt job for each home promise evokes mixed reaction from hoi polloi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bihar elections: Poll time, party hoppers return to their elements
PATNA: Leaders from various parties are shifting their loyalties with the objective of contesting Bihar polls themselves or ensuring their children enter the fray on tickets of their new parties. On Saturday, former Jehanabad MP Arun Kumar, who has been a critic of CM Nitish Kumar, returned to JD(U) along with his son Rituraj and some supporters. Rituraj is expected to contest from Ghosi in Jehanabad on a JD(U) ticket. Arun Kumar, 66, belongs to Bhumihar upper caste with political influence in the Magadh region. Political observers say his re-induction into JD(U) is likely to offset the damage that may have been caused by another Bhumihar leader from Jehanabad, Rahul Sharma, joining the RJD on Friday. Another turncoat is Sanjeev Kumar, who recently joined RJD by dumping JD(U). He had won from Parbatta in 2020 and RJD is expected to field him from the same seat this time. Politician Anand Mohans son Chetan Anand, elected on RJD ticket from Sheohar in 2020, is expected to contest on JD(U) ticket. Chetan had cross-voted during the floor test faced by Nitish on February 12, 2024. Neelam Devi, wife of another strongman-turned politician Anant Singh, won a bypoll on an RJD ticket but like Chetan, she also voted along with NDA during the floor test. Anant may contest Mokama on JD(U) ticket.
Bihar polls: NDA flip-flop, may announce seat-share deal in Delhi on Sunday
PATNA: The seat-sharing deal within the ruling NDA has been deferred for a day and it will be announced jointly by all its five constituents in Delhi on Sunday, Bihar BJP president Dilip Jaiswal said on Saturday. Jaiswal had earlier said the NDA seat-sharing formula would be announced by Saturday evening. A final decision on the seat-sharing pact has to be taken by the central leadership of the BJP, he said. Dismissing reports of discontent within the alliance over seats for Bihar assembly elections, Jaiswal said, Everything is fine in the NDA... seat-sharing arrangements and the list of candidates will soon be decided by the partys central leadership, which will make important announcements related to seats and tickets at 11 am on Sunday. Sources said the announcement has been deferred for a day due to Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhis dissatisfaction over the number of seats offered to the Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM). Majhi had earlier said HAM may not contest the elections if 15 seats were not allotted to the party. A HAM leader said, We are seeking opinion of partys senior leaders on seats. The second option not to contest election is also open. BJP sources said Union Home Minister Amit Shah huddled at BJP chief JP Naddas residence in Delhi earlier in the day to discuss seat sharing among NDA partners. The seat sharing formula with the JD(U) and LJP (Ram Vilas) has almost been finalised while discussions were on with HAM and Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM).
Bihar polls: Congress, RJD agree to disagree on 5 seats
PATNA: RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav left for Delhi on Saturday evening, a day after a meeting of the partys central and state parliamentary boards was held in Patna to discuss seat-sharing formula among INDIA bloc partners for Bihar polls. Tejashwi has gone to Delhi with a message from RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav. He is expected to meet senior leaders of Congress, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. The leaders of two major allies will take a final call on seat-sharing arrangements in the Opposition bloc, a senior RJD leader said. Sources said the RJD and Congress were jostling over five seatsBaisi, Bahadurganj, Raniganj, Kahalgaon and Saharsawhich has reportedly delayed the announcement of a seat-sharing pact. The Congress had contested Kahalgaon and Bahadurpur in 2020 and RJD fought in Saharsa, Baisi and Raniganj, but both failed to win any of them. The Congress, which has given two seats from its quota to the India Inclusive Party (IIP), initially decided to hand over Saharsa to its ally. The RJD has now staked claim on the seat, sources said. The Congress staked claim on Kahalgaon seat, mostly won by the party in previous elections. Last year, the Congress contested but the BJP won the seat. The RJD, the sources said, has sought to contest from this seat but the Congress is unwilling to part with it. Besides, the Congress seeks to field its candidates from Baisi and Bahadurganj of Seemanchal region, citing its performance in the Muslim-dominated area in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The Congress has now three MPs, including Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, in Kishanganj, Katihar and Purnia in Seemanchal. In 2020 assembly polls, Asasuddin Owaisi-led AIMIM won Baisi and Bahadurpur seats. The MLAs later jumped ship to RJD. Sources said RJD is reluctant to part with Raniganj, despite losing it in 2020. Leaders from both sides are holding rounds of meetings over the seats concerned to arrive at an agreement, the sources added. The two major allies are already facing tensions over the Opposition groupings choice of chief ministerial candidate. Meanwhile, the RJD has been declaring Tejashwi as the face.
MNCA names team for first two Col CK Nayudu Trophy games
The Manipur Cricket Association MNCA has announced the names of the 15 players selected to represent Manipur in the first two games of the Col CKNayudu Trophy 2025 26 The players who have been named in the State team for the first two games of the multiday U 23 men's cricket tournament are Ningthoujam Sanjit Singh C , Sanjenbam Suresh Singh VC , Paonam Champion Singh, Seram Robinson, Laishram Vivekananda Singh, Md Irfan, Pheiroijam Jodash Singh WK , Ningthoujam Rohit Singh WK , Kongbrailatpam Kalyan Sharma, Takhelmayum Vikash, Ringku Kangujam, Heishnam Joyhenba Meitei, Khundrakpam Punsiba Mangang, Yanglem Suson Singh, Aziz Mirza The support staff in the meantime include Kharibam Anand Singh as manager, Jay Prakash Pandey as coach, Pebam Rajeshwor Singh as asst coach, Cherish Salam as S C coach, Kshetrimayum Milikanta Singh as physio, Pinky Maibam as asst physio, Marjit Kangabam as sidearm thrower and Bachaspatimayum Bisheswar Sharma as video analyst Notably, Manipur will host Sikkim in the opening match from October 16 at Gokulbhai Somabhai Patel Stadium in Nadiad, Gujarat before visiting Bihar in the second match from October 26 at Moin UI Haq Stadium in Patna Arunachal Pradesh will host Manipur from November 2 at Gokulbhai Somabhai Patel Stadium before Manipur host Nagaland from January 23, 2026 at the same venue before Mizoram host Manipur from from January 30 Source The Sangai Express
NDA, INDIA working out seat-sharing; PK steals a march with starting campaign from Tejashwis seat
PATNA, Oct 11: The Jan Suraaj Party continued to steal a march, ahead of assembly polls, over the ruling NDA and the main opposition INDIA bloc, with its founder Prashant Kishor on Saturday launching election campaign from Raghopur, the home turf of RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav. Senior BJPs leaders of the state, including president Dilip Jaiswal and former provincial chiefs Samrat Choudhary and Mangal Pandey, were camping in Delhi, holding meetings with top leaders as well as alliance partners. Jaiswal [] The post NDA, INDIA working out seat-sharing; PK steals a march with starting campaign from Tejashwis seat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lokesh To Set Stone For World-Class Data Centre Hub In Vizag Today
The AI-based data centre, being developed by Sify Infinit Spaces a subsidiary of the Nasdaq-listed Sify Technologies marks Visakhapatnams emergence in future as Indias next global digital gateway.
Bihar doesnt have enough selectors to pick Ranji Trophy squad 3 days before first game
Bihar's Ranji Trophy campaign faces an unprecedented crisis just days before its start. The team lacks a selected squad and support staff due to a shortage of selectors. While the Bihar Cricket Association is working to fill vacant positions with BCCI's expected provisional appointments, the situation remains uncertain for the premier domestic tournament.
Conference on physical chemistry starts at IIT-Patna
Over 200 scientists have gathered at IIT-Patna for the Society of Physical Chemistry's third annual conference. The four-day event aims to advance knowledge, foster collaborations, and drive scientific progress. Eminent researchers and young scientists will present their work through lectures and poster sessions.
PMC makes preparations to illuminate Chhath ghats
The Patna Municipal Corporation is illuminating 109 ghats with over 47,000 lights for Chhath, ensuring devotees' convenience with special decorations and power backup. Additional arrangements include clean water, toilets, and safety measures like marked dangerous ghats, as the Ganga's water level decreases.
Woman burned alive by husband, in laws in Nalanda
A 25-year-old woman, Sunita Devi, was allegedly set ablaze by her husband and in-laws in Nalanda district. Her family claims the motive was her husband's desire to remarry due to the couple having no children. Police are searching for the absconding accused and have collected forensic evidence.
Saran police bust baby-selling racket, newborn rescued
Saran police, in collaboration with Gujarat counterparts and NGOs, have busted a newborn trafficking racket. An accused gang leader was arrested, and a baby sold for Rs 5 lakh was rescued from Siwan. The investigation is ongoing to apprehend other involved individuals and ensure swift justice.
