'I Really Wish To Meet Salman Khan More Than SRK: Cricketer Shahrukh Khan
Tamil Nadu Premier League: Tamil Nadu cricketer Shahrukh Khan has spent much of his career carrying a name instantly recognisable across India, but despite the obvious connection to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, the Tamil Nadu batter has a different celebrity at the top of his wish list. Shahrukh, who recently led Kovai Kings to their third Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) title, said he has not yet met the Bollywood superstar he was named after. If he could choose, the Tamil Nadu player would rather meet Salman Khan than his famous namesake. I really wish to meet Salman Khan more than Shah Rukh, the cricketer said in an exclusive conversation with IANS. The 29-year-old has had multiple chances to meet his famous namesake during his IPL career, especially in matches against Kolkata Knight Riders. However, these opportunities never came to fruition since Shah Rukh Khan was absent from the games. I havent (met him) as yet. I havent met Shahrukh Khan as yet. But yeah, hope to meet him soon. We played quite a few matches against KKR. But I actually missed the opportunity to meet Shahrukh Khan. He obviously did not come for the game. If he would have come, obviously, I would have met him. But you know, I really wish to meet Salman Khan more than Shahrukh, he said. The meeting with Shah Rukh Khan might be especially intriguing for the cricketer. Since he was born after the Bollywood star, Shahrukh is aware that he was named after the actor and is eager to see how the superstar responds when they finally meet. No, I will wait for his reaction first. Because I was born after him. So, I was named after him. So, I hope, I have heard that he has got an uncanny sense of humour. Obviously, I am good friends with Varun Chakravarthy. And he said that he is a really wonderful person at heart .And waiting to see what sort of an uncanny sense of humour he has. And yeah, really excited to meet him, he said. While his name has often been a talking point, Shahrukh has carved out his own identity in Tamil Nadu cricket over the past several years. He has been part of the states cricket circuit for about two decades and has emerged as one of Tamil Nadus leading white-ball players. His journey has taken him to the IPL, where he has played for multiple franchises and, most recently, represented Gujarat Titans. The most recent achievement was in the TNPL, where he guided Kovai Kings to their third championship. The team beat Madurai Panthers by 84 runs in the final, making them only the second team in the tournament's history to secure three titles. Shahrukh sees the TNPLs significance extending beyond his personal achievements. He considers the tournament a crucial stepping stone for young cricketers in Tamil Nadu, having already facilitated several players' progress to the IPL and other higher tiers of domestic cricket. Yeah, TNPL has been a platform for a lot of players from Tamil Nadu including me, Natarajan, Varun Chakravarthy, a lot of players and the way the tournament has grown over the years is just immense. And not just TNPL but the other leagues that happen around India as well. But the first domestic tournament for a state T20 was TNPL and very fortunate to be a part of this tournament, he said. And every year, you see new talents coming up. I hope even this year, the IPL scouts see a few talents and picks so that the tournament grows even bigger next year, he added. Shahrukhs own TNPL campaign was particularly significant following a difficult IPL 2026 season with Gujarat Titans. And every year, you see new talents coming up. I hope even this year, the IPL scouts see a few talents and picks so that the tournament grows even bigger next year, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I was having a technical flaw in my batting. I had a technical flaw which was hampering my batting quite a lot from the last 7-8 months. I've really come back from IPL and worked on it. My front foot was going too far across which I never used to do that before. Yeah, I had a proper couple of months in between where I could focus on my technique and get as tight as possible in that, he said. Article Source: IANS
JSW Sports enters international sports IP market with Hong Kong Sixes partnership
JSW Sports has entered the international sports market by partnering with Hong Kong Sixes. This partnership will manage commercial and marketing aspects of the cricket tournament. The agreement aims to expand sponsorship and broadcast opportunities for the event. JSW Sports brings its extensive experience in cricket franchises to this new venture. The Hong Kong Sixes tournament is scheduled for October 2026.
Excel Entertainment and Amazon MGM Studios Mirzapur: The Movie is among the most awaited films in Indian cinema. The film marks the theatrical transition of the popular Mirzapur franchise, bringing its much-loved world to the big screen for the first time. Following the release of its teaser and trailer, anticipation around the film has further increased. As the film approaches its theatrical release, Excel Entertainment co-founder Ritesh Sidhwani is also marking 25 years in the Indian entertainment industry. Over the years, the production house has backed films across genres, with Sidhwani continuing to focus on stories that appeal to audiences. In a recent interview, Sidhwani was asked, How has Excel's run been in the last 25 years? And what makes you believe that a story must be told? Reflecting on Excel Entertainments journey, Ritesh Sidhwani said, Dil Chahta Hai birthed bromance and friendship films in the industry. We then went on to make Lakshya followed by Don and Honeymoon Travels. Each of them were different from the other. Over time, we realized that a production company should feature diverse voices. It shouldn't restrict itself to one particular genre, which many production houses tend to do. Till now, we only proceed with a film if we genuinely believe in the story 100%. However, there have been times when we believed in a project and it did not work. In those cases, we have always stood by our decisions. We have never gone back to the filmmaker and said, I told you this wouldn't work. He further added, We are fortunate that such great stories continue to choose Excel Entertainment and it's still going. Presented by Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment, Mirzapur: The Movie is directed by Gurmmeet Singh and written by Puneet Krishna. The film is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under the banner of Excel Entertainment, and co-produced by Kassim Jagmagia and Vishal Ramchandani. Mirzapur: The Movie is scheduled to release in cinemas on September 4, 2026. Also Read : Mirzapur: The Movie: Ritesh Sidhwani reveals why the film needed its own story; says It needed its own midpoint, emotional journey and payoff
England Leg-spinner Sarah Glenn Returns To Brisbane Heat For Full WBBL Campaign
Big Bash League: England leg-spinner Sarah Glenn has re-signed with Brisbane Heat for the upcoming Womens Big Bash League (WBBL) season, thus becoming the first overseas player to secure a contract under the tournaments revamped direct signing system. Sarahs deal is the first to be finalised since the WBBL scrapped its overseas draft mechanism in favour of direct multi-year and single-year contracts for foreign players ahead of the new season set to run from October 29 to December 5. Were rapt to have Glenny back with us, and this time for the entire competition. Shes an outstanding person, great team player, and as we have seen, a very skilful bowler who will complement our attack in whatever role we ask of her. Ive been keeping an eye on her bowling during the year, and her efforts for Yorkshire and for the Southern Brave in The Hundred have been excellent, said head coach Mark Sorell in a statement issued by the club. Sarah, 27, has inked a one-year deal that will see her available for the entirety of the WBBL season 12 campaign. The signing marks her third stint with the Heat, after having previously represented the franchise in WBBL season nine and as an injury replacement during a difficult 2025 season. She proved to be a rare bright spot during the Heat's winless campaign last year after coming in for South Africas seam-bowling all-rounder Nadine de Klerk. She picked up six wickets in just two matches at an average of 10.66 and finished as the team's second-highest wicket-taker behind left-arm pacer Lucy Hamilton. Sarah, 27, has inked a one-year deal that will see her available for the entirety of the WBBL season 12 campaign. The signing marks her third stint with the Heat, after having previously represented the franchise in WBBL season nine and as an injury replacement during a difficult 2025 season. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Her retention provides a major boost to a Brisbane side looking to rebuild after becoming the first team in WBBL history to go through an entire season without a win. The Heat will also be led by a new leader this year after long-serving skipper Jess Jonassen stepped down. Jess, though, remains on the playing roster and will partner Sarah and Charli Knotts off-spin bowling in a strong, multi-dimensional spin attack. Article Source: IANS
Ikea is cutting prices again, but there is a bigger problem behind the
Ikea is putting 1.2bn into lowering prices across European markets as shoppers face rising living costs. More than 1,500 products have been reduced in Germany, while popular ranges including Kallax and Billy are cheaper in the UK. The strategy comes after two consecutive years of falling revenue as Ikea tries to bring cost-conscious shoppers back. Ikea is cutting prices across Europe but the move is about much more than giving shoppers a cheaper Billy bookcase or Kallax shelf. The Swedish furniture giant is investing 1.2bn in price reductions as households struggle with the rising cost of living and housing. The pressure has also made it harder for people to move home, reducing some of the spending that normally comes with furnishing a new property. The strategy is aimed at attracting shoppers who are still spending, but thinking much harder about where their money goes. Juvencio Maeztu, chief executive of Ingka, Ikeas biggest retailer, said the cost of living was making things increasingly difficult for many people. He noted that for some consumers, home may now mean living in a shared house, increasing the need for affordable storage and practical home solutions. The price reductions began on September 1 across hundreds of products and vary between markets. In Germany, Ikeas biggest market by revenue, more than 1,500 products have been reduced. The Poang chair, for example, has fallen to 119 from 179. In the UK, the Kallax shelving unit has dropped to 49 from 60, while the Alex drawer unit has fallen to 55 from 70. Ikea is trying to solve a demand problem The timing of the cuts is significant. Ikea has experienced two consecutive years of declining revenue, making the latest investment a major attempt to stimulate demand rather than a short-term promotional campaign. The company says it is prepared to accept lower margins to keep prices affordable. There is also a practical reason Ikea believes it can lower prices without simply absorbing the entire cost. Inter Ikea, which owns the Ikea concept and supplies its franchisees, is reducing purchasing prices for European retailers. The retailers are then putting additional funding behind the cuts to lower prices for customers. The company has also been looking for ways to reduce the cost of making and transporting its products. A redesign of the Pax wardrobe range, for instance, reduced packaging costs by 70 per cent. Greater automation and increased use of renewable energy have also helped reduce costs, according to Inter Ikea chief executive Jakub Jankowski. Europe remains a major manufacturing and sourcing base for Ikea, with Poland, Italy, Lithuania and Germany among its key sourcing countries. Cheaper furniture, but a bigger bet on the consumer The price cuts are also changing how Ikea reaches shoppers. Since January, the company has opened seven smaller stores across Europe, moving away from its traditional large out-of-town stores. That suggests Ikea is responding to a consumer who may have less money, less space and less willingness to make a major shopping trip for furniture. The strategy builds on price reductions introduced during the 2024 financial year, when Ikea cut prices on thousands of products. The company said those reductions helped increase store visits and transaction volumes. But lower prices come with a trade-off. Ikea is effectively betting that selling more products at lower prices will compensate for the pressure on margins. At the same time, the company is simplifying operations and reducing costs to make that equation work. Inter Ikea eliminated 850 jobs in May as part of a wider effort to simplify its operations and reduce costs. The company is also deploying a separate 70m across North America and Asia to help manage currency volatility and inflation. For European shoppers, the immediate result is straightforward: furniture is getting cheaper. For Ikea, however, the bigger test is whether those lower prices can persuade households squeezed by housing and living costs to start spending on their homes again.
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JioHotstar just changed the UK streaming game, and Bigg Boss is at the centre of it
Highlights JioHotstar has launched in the UK, Canada and Singapore, replacing the international Hotstar service UK viewers will get live Bigg Boss voting and a 24/7 feed, alongside a large Indian-language catalogue Selected shows will be available to international viewers at the same time as television, while some markets get episodes before their TV broadcast Indian entertainment is getting a new streaming home in the UK, and Bigg Boss is one of the biggest reasons the launch stands out. JioHotstar has officially launched in the UK, Canada and Singapore, bringing more than 160,000 hours of entertainment across more than 12 Asian languages. But rather than simply taking the existing Hotstar catalogue overseas under a new name, the platform is introducing a more interactive viewing experience, with Bigg Boss at the centre of it. For the first time, viewers in the UK, Canada and Singapore will be able to cast live votes during Bigg Boss episodes. UK and Canadian subscribers will also have access to a 24/7 live feed, giving fans the chance to follow the reality show beyond its scheduled episodes. Bigg Boss gets a new streaming twist The international launch gives Bigg Boss fans features that could make the show more interactive than a conventional television viewing experience. Viewers in the UK and Canada will be able to watch a continuous 24/7 feed, while Canadian subscribers will get Bigg Boss Hindi seven days before its television broadcast. The platform is also bringing the franchise to six languages, extending its reach across different Indian-language audiences. JioHotstar's international offering goes beyond reality television. Actor Anil Kapoor will host the new game show India Ka Top 1 Percent , which will be available in Canada and Singapore. More than just a new name for Hotstar JioHotstar was previously available in the UK, Canada and Singapore as Hotstar. The new service arrives as a separate app, carrying over the content library while introducing the product experience used by JioHotstar in India. The platform will feature JioStar television channels including Star Plus, Colors, Star Vijay, Asianet, Star Jalsha and Star Pravah. UK audiences will be able to watch popular shows such as Anupama , Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai , Seher Hone Ko Hai and Azhagae Azhagu simultaneously with their television broadcasts. In Canada and Singapore, selected shows will be available before their TV premieres. The catalogue also includes Indian streaming originals such as Criminal Justice , Special Ops , Asur , Aarya , Kerala Crime Files and Kaattaan , alongside reality franchises including Koffee With Karan , Khatron Ke Khiladi , Splitsvilla , Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment , Roadies and Cooku With Comali . What UK subscribers need to know JioHotstar is available on mobile devices and connected TVs, with the app available through the App Store and Google Play Store. The launch also introduces a quarterly subscription option in the UK, giving viewers an alternative to the existing annual plan. From 2 September, UK pricing is 19.99 per quarter or 69.99 annually. Existing Hotstar users can download the JioHotstar app and sign in using their current Hotstar credentials, with their subscription automatically converted to the corresponding JioHotstar tier. UK subscribers who already have monthly plans can continue with them while automatic renewal remains active. The service also offers subtitles and dubbing across more than 12 Asian languages, including English, Hindi, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada and Marathi. JioStar says the platform's wider strategy is built around personalised recommendations, conversational voice discovery, real-time audience participation and in-app commerce. With Bigg Boss fans getting live voting and 24/7 access in the UK, JioHotstar is making a clear attempt to turn Indian streaming from something audiences simply watch into something they actively participate in.
Supreme Court Delays Hearing on Jharkhand DGP Appointment Dispute, Next Date Set for September 7
Ranchi, September 2: The Supreme Courts hearing regarding the appointment of the Director General of Police (DGP) in Jharkhand was postponed on Wednesday. Chief Justice Suryakant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V Mohanan were set to begin the proceedings when senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing the Jharkhand government, stated that they had not received the ... Read more Supreme Court Delays Hearing on Jharkhand DGP Appointment Dispute, Next Date Set for September 7
Rajkumar Hirani has offered a major update on one of the most awaited potential sequels in Hindi cinema. The filmmaker recently spoke to ANI about 3 Idiots 2, revealing that the story for the follow-up is currently being written. More importantly, Hirani confirmed that the much-loved original cast of Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Sharman Joshi and Kareena Kapoor Khan will return for the sequel. Speaking about the progress of the film, Hirani said, Kahani likhi jaa rahi hai (The story is being written), we are still writing. Once it reaches the right point, then we will talk about it. Abhi toh (Right now) we are still writing. Casting will be the same. Hirani also revealed that the story was not originally conceived as a sequel to 3 Idiots. According to the filmmaker, the idea emerged while he and his team were working on another story. He explained, Abhi jo likh raha hoon voh bhi nahi socha ki sequel ke hisaab se likh raha hoon. Hum koi aur kahani likh rahe the phir aisa laga ki jo likh di hai voh iss second part par fit ho jayegi (Even the story I am writing right now was not being written with the intention of making a sequel. We were writing another story and then felt that what we had written could fit into this second part). Drawing a parallel with the Munna Bhai franchise, Hirani said that the sequel to Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. also came together without an initial intention to make another film. Munna Bhai ka bhi jab sequel banaya tha, voh koi intention nahi tha banaen ka. Agar aap uss waqt ko yaad kare toh uss time par belief was that sequels dont work. Pehle jitne sequels bane the kabhi nahi chale (When we made the sequel to Munna Bhai, there was no intention to make one. If you remember that time, the belief was that sequels did not work because the earlier sequels that had been made had never succeeded), he added. Released in 2009, 3 Idiots became a cultural phenomenon, with its characters, dialogues and themes continuing to remain popular years later. The film also made a significant impact internationally and became one of the most widely recognised Hindi films in overseas markets, particularly in countries such as China, Japan and South Korea. With Hirani now working on the story and the original cast expected to reunite, 3 Idiots 2 has already become one of the most anticipated projects for fans of the franchise. Also Read: Vidhu Vinod Chopra Films says 3 Idiots is not re-releasing on September 4
Surge in Swine Flu Cases in Jharkhand Raises Health Department Alarm
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Sonal Chauhan is set to enter the world of Mirzapur: The Movie as Mumtaz Bibi. At the films album launch in Mumbai, the actress opened up about her experience of joining the popular gangster drama and admitted that she initially felt nervous about stepping into a franchise with several established and iconic characters. I was very excited when I first learned that I was becoming a part of the world of Mirzapur: The Movie. But at the same time, it was a very daunting experience. There are a lot of iconic characters in Mirzapur who have already built a relationship with the audience and with me, because even I was an audience before entering this world now. So, I was a bit nervous, but what makes it a standout is our director who brings special focus to every character and does not differentiate between them. I was super excited and happy that Puneet Krishna and Gurmeet Singh saw me as Mumtaz Bibi. I had a great time shooting. I want to say a big thanks to Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar and Excel Entertainment for making me a part of Mirzapur, shared Sonal. Sonal also spoke about filming the song Ghum Ghum, which involved shooting for three days in cold weather and difficult conditions. Despite the challenges, she said the experience was enjoyable, especially because she was working alongside some familiar faces from the franchise. Shooting this song was fun, but it was equally challenging. Those three days of shooting came with challenging weather and extreme conditions. But I had some iconic people with me, so it was definitely fun. And now, the song is all for the audience. I just hope they like it. Presented by Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment, Mirzapur: The Movie is directed by Gurmeet Singh and written by Puneet Krishna. The film is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under the banner of Excel Entertainment. The film features Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, Abhishek Banerjee, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Ravi Kishan, Jitendra Kumar, Kulbhushan Kharbanda and Rasika Dugal, among others. It is co-produced by Kassim Jagmagia and Vishal Ramchandani. Also Read : VIRAL Ravi Kishan makes a dhamakedaar film-event comeback at Mirzapur The Movie launch; DANCES his heart out and hails Sonal Chauhan: Inki shakti ke baare mein bataunga toh aap log PAGLA jaayenge!
Dehradun T20 League To Kick Off With Grand Opening Ceremony
Dehradun T20 League CEO Navneet: Uttarakhands biggest franchise cricket tournament, the Dehradun T20 League 2026, will get underway on Wednesday with a grand opening ceremony here at the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM, with the tournament's opening match set to follow at 7:00 PM. Former BCCI Vice President and former Secretary of the Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (CAU), Mahim Verma, will attend the Opening Ceremony as the Chief Guest. Dehradun T20 League CEO Navneet Mishra will also be present on the occasion. Highlighting the league's significance for emerging cricketers in the state, Verma said the tournament could provide young players with valuable exposure alongside experienced names from Indian domestic and IPL cricket. This league is a major platform for our local and young cricketers to progress in their careers. When young players take the field alongside experienced captains from the IPL and domestic cricket in the matches beginning today, they will have a great opportunity to learn. I am confident that this tournament will mark the beginning of a new era for Uttarakhand cricket, Verma said. The inaugural edition will feature six franchise teams and run for eight days, from September 2 to 9, bringing together local talent and established players in a competitive T20 format. The participating teams are Mussoorie Thunder, Herbertpur Knightriders, Doiwala Kings, Vikasnagar Dhamaka, Rishikesh Dragons and Selaqui Strikers. A total of 18 matches will be played during the tournament. The league stage will comprise 15 round-robin fixtures, after which the leading teams on the points table will advance to the knockout stage. Two semi-finals will determine the finalists, who will then compete for the Dehradun T20 League title. The inaugural edition will feature six franchise teams and run for eight days, from September 2 to 9, bringing together local talent and established players in a competitive T20 format. The participating teams are Mussoorie Thunder, Herbertpur Knightriders, Doiwala Kings, Vikasnagar Dhamaka, Rishikesh Dragons and Selaqui Strikers. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories All preparations have been completed to provide fans with a world-class experience, both at the stadium and on their television screens. The cricketing festival will begin with the Opening Ceremony at 6:30 PM. Our aim is to provide young players with an excellent environment and platform to showcase their talent. Article Source: IANS
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J&K Bank is Our Bank, Let it Remain So
Despite stupendous macro and micro advances in money, banking and finance, driven by information and communication technologies, digitisation, globalisation, financial engineering and increasingly complex financial products, banks and banking remain pivotal to any economy. Their importance cannot be overstated. This is even more relevant for an economy like Jammu and Kashmirs. Our economy continues to be an unusual mix of subsistence activity, agriculture, a large informal sector, government-dependent spending and a relatively small formal private economy struggling to expand. Add to this a landlocked geography, high logistics costs, decades of disruption, limited industrialisation, seasonal incomes and high unemployment, and access to capital becomes one of the most critical determinants of economic opportunity. In an economy like ours, J&K Bank which enjoys almost a monopoly status becomes extremely important. Its significance is not merely because it is the major bank of J&K, but because the economic, financial and overall health of J&K is deeply intertwined with the flow of credit from this institution. The Bank itself says that it commands more than 61 per cent of the banking business in J&K and Ladakh. Of its 1,017 branches as of March 2026, 841 were located in J&K. But there is an even more telling number. Of J&K Banks total deposits of about Rs.1.65 lakh crore as on March 31, 2026, nearly Rs.1.37 lakh croreor about 83 per centcame from J&K. This is the financial foundation upon which the Bank stands. In the not-too-distant past, there were negative features associated with the Bankfrom patronage in lending to poor corporate governance and allied structural issues. To some extent, it needs to be said in the Banks favour, these have been remedied. But it increasingly appears that the cost of this internal restructuring and changed external posture is being passed on to the ordinary people of J&K. Their access to capital, lending and credit is now determined by a tightening of the rule book. A difficult bureaucratic framework often makes access to capital cumbersome precisely for those small entrepreneurs who need institutional finance most. Meanwhile, the Banks own numbers reveal a dramatic shift. While nearly 83 per cent of deposits originate in J&K, only about 61 per cent of gross advances are deployed here. As of March 2026, gross advances within J&K stood at approximately Rs.76,159 crore, while advances in the Rest of India, including Ladakh, had risen to Rs.48,822 crore. More disturbing is the direction of travel. During 2025-26, advances within J&K increased by around Rs.6,465 crore. In the Rest of India they increased by approximately Rs.11,530 crore. In other words, nearly 64 per cent of the Banks incremental gross lending during the year went outside J&K. This is not political rhetoric. These are the Banks own numbers. And the Bank has itself spoken of moving, over the medium to long term, towards a 50:50 geographical split of its loan book between its traditional territory and the Rest of India. That makes one question unavoidable: Is J&K gradually becoming the deposit-gathering territory of J&K Bank while the Rest of India increasingly becomes its preferred lending territory? It appears that the Bank is changing its form, shape and remit. It is increasingly behaving like a conventional commercial bank whose customer and client focus is shifting towards larger, deep-pocket players, mostly outside J&K. Of its 48,822 crore advances outside J&K, approximately 79 per cent are corporate advances. There is nothing inherently wrong with corporate lending or geographical diversification. Prudential diversification can strengthen a bank and protect it against regional concentration risks. But diversification cannot become displacement. A Rs.500-crore or Rs.1,000-crore corporate loan outside J&K may be easier to process, monitor and manage than hundreds of small loans within J&K. It may also quickly enlarge the balance sheet and improve headline numbers. But what does it do for employment in J&K? What does it do for our factories, tourism, handicrafts, horticulture, transport and service sectors? What does it do for the thousands of educated young people desperately looking for economic opportunity? A thousand crore deployed prudently among hundreds of viable enterprises within J&K can create thousands of jobs, generate demand, build local supply chains and ultimately return to the Bank itself as deposits. That is the economic multiplier J&K desperately needs. The experience of borrowers in J&K adds another uncomfortable dimension. For years, businesses here have paid comparatively high rates of interest, often justified in the name of geographical, political or market risk. Small and medium borrowers have been required to mortgage primary assets, provide substantial collateral securitiesoften far beyond the loan amountand, in many cases, furnish personal guarantees as well. This is a reality known to generations of entrepreneurs in J&K. Contrast this with large corporate lending outside J&K, where highly rated borrowers can access enormous amounts based substantially on credit ratings, cash flows, balance sheets and corporate risk assessment, often at far more competitive rates. The ordinary entrepreneur is therefore entitled to ask: Are the people of J&K good enough to provide the Bank with nearly 83 per cent of its deposits, but too risky when they approach the same Bank for credit? Why should money raised from relatively low-cost deposits in J&K increasingly travel outside to finance large corporates at competitive rates while a small entrepreneur here struggles with high interest, excessive collateral, personal guarantees and layers of procedure? This is not an argument for reckless lending. It is an argument for equity within prudent banking. J&K Bank has undoubtedly become more profitable but profitability cannot be the sole metric of health. Its annual profit for 2025-26 reached a record Rs.2,363 crore, while its asset quality and other financial parameters have improved considerably. That deserves acknowledgement. But higher profitability, by itself, is not the sole metric of the Banks overall health. The Bank must employ metrics, ratios and policies that make it vibrant, resilient and profitable. But these must not come at the expense of the people of J&K. A bank can have a cleaner balance sheet, record profits and excellent ratios while the economy from which it gathers the overwhelming majority of its deposits remains starved of productive credit. That would be a strange definition of success. J&K Bank cannot become merely a machine for maximising return on equity while progressively weakening its social and economic embeddedness in J&K. It is not being suggested that J&K Bank become a social institution. It must remain a professional banking institutionbut one that understands and realises its social embeddedness. The unfortunate but probably inevitable listing and dilution of shareholding have understandably increased the Banks accountability to the market and its shareholders. But shareholders and stakeholders cannot be placed in opposing camps. More importantly, the Governments of J&K and Ladakh together continue to hold about 59.4 per cent of the Banks equity. The Government cannot therefore wash its hands of the Banks strategic direction by arguing that it is merely a commercial institution. Nobody is asking the Government to decide individual loans. That would be disastrous and would never be in the interest of the institution. But the majority shareholder has both the right and responsibility to ask where this institution is heading. Does its Board adequately understand J&Ks peculiar economy? Does its credit policy recognise the conditions under which local enterprises operate? Why is credit outside J&K growing at such a dramatically faster pace? And what will a proposed 50:50 geographical loan-book distribution ultimately mean when nearly 83 per cent of deposits presently come from J&K? Commercial autonomy cannot become an alibi for absence of accountability. By enjoying a dominant market share, unmatched market depth and reach, a strong deposit franchise and, above all, the trust of the people of J&K, the Bank has to be more active and responsive to the economy that created it. To improve the financial and economic health of J&K, undercut high unemployment, aid robust and clean enterprise creation, assist genuinely distressed but promising firms, make access to capital easier and more equitable and induce domestic demand, J&K Bank must rise to the occasion. Instead of a tight bureaucratic framework and excessive reliance on narrow metrics and ratios, the Bank must become a catalyst for broad-based growth and development. Let the Bank expand outside J&K. Let it diversify. Let it become stronger. Let it earn record profits. But let it not collect our savings cheaply, lend them elsewhere more enthusiastically, and then tell our own entrepreneurs that they are too risky to finance. J&K cannot become merely the deposit base of J&K Bank while the rest of the country progressively becomes its credit destination. The Banks greatest asset was never merely its balance sheet. It wasand remainsthe trust of the people who built that balance sheet. That trust must not be taken for granted. J&K Bank is our Bank. Let it remain so. S M Altaf Bukhari is former Finance Minister and President Apni Party
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Auqib Nabi Joins Surrey To Play Three Matches In County Championship
Auqib Nabi: Uncapped Indian fast-bowler Auqib Nabi has joined the English County side Surrey to participate in three matches in the County Championship after his recent India call-up. The 29-year-old has been one of the emerging stars in Indian domestic cricket after his stellar Ranji Trophy campaign, during which he picked 60 wickets and helped Jammu and Kashmir lift their maiden title. Nabi will now be in action for Surrey in their upcoming three matches against Yorkshire, Sussex and Glamorgan. IANS had previously reported on August 28 about the possibility of Nabi joining Surrey on Sunday and playing in the County Championship. He will play in three matches for Surrey, starting with the game against Yorkshire on September 2 at The Oval. It is followed by games against Sussex and Glamorgan in Hove and The Oval on September 8 and 15, respectively. Yes, Auqib has got his visa for going to England, after all the paperwork was done. It is understood that he's expected to depart for England from New Delhi today. If all goes well, he may be available for the game starting on September 2. The main purpose of this stint is also for the Indian team management and selectors to check if Nabi can swing the ball well there in England, as the climate in New Zealand for the Test series will need for him to do that in conducive conditions with the red Kookaburra ball in hand, a source familiar with the development had told IANS on Sunday. The move comes after he received his maiden India call-up as a replacement for the injured Jasprit Bumrah for the recent Test series against Sri Lanka, although he did not make his debut as India went with two pacers in both matches. While Nabi will be in action in the English county cricket, he is expected to return in time for India A's matches against Australia A, which will start from September 22. On this short-term association, Auqib Nabi said: Its an honour to join Surrey, one of the best Clubs in England. Im looking forward to learning from the group and helping them for the next three matches. While Nabi will be in action in the English county cricket, he is expected to return in time for India A's matches against Australia A, which will start from September 22. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Nabi has been a star performer in the previous two Ranji trophies, having picked up 100 wickets across the two seasons. He also hogged the limelight when he picked four wickets in four balls for the North Zone in the Duleep Trophy in 2025. He was later signed by Delhi Capitals in 2026, where he played five matches for the franchise. Article Source: IANS
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Uttarakhand Government Cabinet Minister Subodh: All six franchises in the Dehradun T20 League 2026 have confirmed their squads for the upcoming tournament, which kicks off on September 2. The tournament will feature some players from the IPL and domestic circuit, as the Uttarakhand youngsters get a chance to impress. Speaking on the upcoming league, which will run from September 2 to 9 with matches played at the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy, Uttarakhand Government Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal highlighted that the state has no shortage of talent. There is no shortage of talent in Uttarakhand. The Dehradun T20 League is providing our young players with a platform where they can prove themselves and make their mark at the national level. The state government is always ready to support sports and athletes. I am confident that this league will prove to be a significant step forward for cricket in Uttarakhand, Uniyal said as he attended the players' draft as the chief guest. Meanwhile, former BCCI Vice-President Mahim Verma, who attended the event as the Guest of Honour, saw this tournament as a pathway for the local players to make their name. This league is not just a tournament, but a major opportunity for our local cricketers to progress. When young players from Uttarakhand share the dressing room with experienced captains and players from the IPL and domestic cricket, their confidence and standard of cricket will improve significantly, he said. Dehradun T20 League CEO Navneet Mishra also shared the details on the preparations and stated that there was no stone left unturned for the tournament. We have left no stone unturned in providing world-class facilities and excellent playing conditions to the players. We aim to create an environment where every player can freely express themselves and perform at their best. Fans can look forward to exciting cricket over the course of eight days, he said. Here is the list of all squads: 1. Selaqui Strikers Piyush Joshi (Captain), Vijay Sharma, Siddharth Gupta, Aryan Sharma, Abhay Kshetri, Ankit Mahori, Nikhil Harsh, Sanskar Rawat, Shivansh Gautam, Naman Sharma, Nishu Patel, Abhyuday Bhatnagar, Sameer Rai, Keshav Kumar Rana, Priyank Singh, Aryan Kapoor, Nitish Joshi, Kshitij Negi, Jitendra Pal, Prajwal, Binay Singh. 2. Doiwala Kings TNR Mohit (Captain), Aasman Gulati, Avneesh Sudha, Divyanshu Yadav, Sarang Rawat, Mukesh Gupta, Tanishq Khatri, Uday Sharma, Aksh Saini, Adi Khan, Dhruv Pratap Singh, Vishu Kashyap, Abhaydeep, Ajay Yadav, Preet Singh Sirohi, Shiv Pratap Singh, Shivanshu Pandey, Shubham Singh. 3. Rishikesh Dragons Yuvraj Chaudhary (Captain), Saurabh Rawat, Ravinder Negi, Aarav Mahajan, Aviral Mishra, Aditya Sethi, Kamal Singh, Harjeet Singh, Ishagr Jaguri, Viplabh Gautam Nautiyal, Harshvardhan Singh, Sachin Chauhan, Rajdeep Singh, Rahul Chauhan, Shiva Soni, Mukul Nagar, Tejender Singh, Vishal Joshi, Devendra Dhariyal, Priyanshu Fartiyal. 4. Mussoorie Thunder Akash Madhwal (Captain), Aryan Garg, Neeraj Rathore, Purvansh Dhruv, Lakshya Raichandani, Akhil Singh Rawat, Harsh Patwal, Anmol Singh, Allen Chetan, Rakshit Rohi, Atul Saini, Deepesh Singh, Shubham Nainwal, Arnav Bansal, Jonty Rawat, Ayush Chauhan, Parghi Deepal Haribhai, Priyanshu Rawat, Aarav Lokesh Singh, Aryan Godiyal. 5. Vikasnagar Dhamaka Kunal Chandela (Captain), Rohit Danu, Vinay Aswal, Shashwat Dangwal, Vishal Kashyap, Janmajay Joshi, Rohit Singh Dangwal, Sagar Rawat, Goldie Malik, Gaurav Negi, Ansh Joshi, Vishal Dangwal, Naveen Rana, Hitesh Naula, Vishal Rawat, Rahul Dev Nath, Abhishek Singh, Ajay Joshi, Prashant Chauhan, Gopal Singh. 5. Vikasnagar Dhamaka Also Read: Special Cricket Stories J. Suchith (Captain), Ashar Khan, Ayush Deshwal, Nikhil Pundir, Devendra Bohra, Samad Bhatt, Priyanshu Badswal, Naveen Kumar, Prateek Pandey, Srijan Singh Rawat, Kunal Veer Singh, Gaurav Chaudhary, Sachin Yadav, Mohd. Zaid, Deepak Deshwal, Tushar Bachhas, Veer Pratap Singh, Riansh Rawat, Mohd. Uzair Malik, Varnit Singh, Akshay Thapli. Article Source: IANS
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Trinidad and Tobago's most celebrated cricketers -- Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine -- unveiled a stand named after them at the historic Queen's Park Oval. The stand unveiling, held on Monday, is part of the Queen's Park Cricket Club's (QPCC) celebrations, marking Trinidad & Tobago's 64th Independence Day. It recognises the three homegrown stars whose achievements have contributed significantly to the country's legacy in international and franchise cricket. The stand was formerly known as the Trini Posse Stand. The honour places Bravo, Pollard and Narine alongside a distinguished group of Trinidad and Tobago cricketing legends whose names are associated with the Queen's Park Oval. Other notable facilities at the venue include the Brian Lara Pavilion, Deryck Murray Players' Gallery, Jeffrey Stollmeyer Stand, Learie Constantine Stand, Gerry Gomez Media Centre and Cyril L. Duprey Stand. Bravo, Pollard and Narine have been among the leading flagbearers of the shortest ..
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Indian Premier League: Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi emphasised that the growth of state T20 leagues is a positive development for Indian cricket that can help identify talent at local levels, but cautioned that very close monitoring should be carried out by the state cricket associations to keep them free from any possible corrupt approaches. The rise of state T20 leagues has helped unleash a new generation of cricketers, with several players making the most of the opportunities and attracting the attention of state associations and IPL franchises. IPL founder Lalit Modi heaped praise on the potential of those leagues to pave the way for players but cautioned to keep a close tab on them. I think state leagues are a positive development for Indian cricket. This was bound to happen as the IPL ecosystem grew, and if properly structured, these leagues can become an excellent pathway for young and undiscovered talent to perform under pressure, get noticed and potentially graduate to the IPL and higher levels, Modi told IANS. However, with the rapid growth of these leagues comes a serious responsibility. They must be professionally executed and very closely monitored by the respective state associations, with strong independent governance. My biggest concern would always be integrity, he added. The IPL founder further stressed the need to monitor the leagues, highlighting the risk of exposure to potential corrupt approaches. Smaller leagues can become particularly vulnerable to approaches from bookmakers, match-fixing, spot-fixing, player manipulation, conflicts of interest, questionable ownership or financial interests and other corrupt practices if adequate safeguards are not established from day one. Every league should therefore have robust anti-corruption protocols, player education, strict control over access to players and dressing rooms, proper scrutiny of owners and officials, transparent contracts and payments, independent audits, and active monitoring of suspicious betting patterns, the 62-year-old further said. Modi also emphasised that there is a need to monitor the operations of state cricket associations, as they need to be clean and transparent for state leagues to remain in the same way. And this is precisely why the governance of the state association itself matters. You cannot expect a league to be clean, transparent and professionally run if the institution supervising it is facing serious questions about its own governance. UPCA is an example where, over the years, allegations and controversies concerning governance, transparency, conflicts and the influence exercised by powerful administrators have repeatedly been raised publicly. Rajiv Shukla has been a prominent figure associated with UPCA and Indian cricket administration. Rather than allowing such questions to linger, they should be independently examined and answered transparently, he said. He further highlighted that the cricket administration in the state associations must not fall into the hands of individuals. The lesson for every state association should therefore be simple: do not allow cricket administration to become a private club controlled by a handful of individuals, Modi said. He emphasised the importance of regulatory oversight, disclose conflicts of interest, scrutinise franchise ownership and funding, audit the money independently, and make administrators accountable for their decisions. While the growth of T20 cricket has been a boon for Indian cricket, Modi said that expansion without governance can very quickly become a liability. He emphasised the importance of regulatory oversight, disclose conflicts of interest, scrutinise franchise ownership and funding, audit the money independently, and make administrators accountable for their decisions. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The IPL founder also shared an Instagram post in which he highlighted the importance of institution building. I built the IPL so it would never need me. Nearly two decades later, it keeps breaking records. That's not success. That's institution building, he wrote. Article Source: IANS
It seems that Spider-Man's web of love extends beyond the big screen, as three couples from the franchise found romance while filming. Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst struck up their relationship during the first movie, while Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone's chemistry developed on set. Most recently, Tom Holland and Zendaya have captured hearts as they became the newest couple in this web of on-screen connections.
Aamir Khan to lead Race 4? Producer Ramesh Taurani clears air
Mumbai: Reports were doing the rounds that Bollywoods Mr Perfectionist Aamir Khan has been roped in as the lead for the highly awaited Race 4. However, on Monday, the makers rubbed the claims, saying that the casting for the fourth instalment of the popular franchise has not been finalised till now. Taurani shared an official 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 .
HDFC's search for a new CEO may go beyond its inner circle
HDFC Bank's board faces a difficult CEO succession task with a thin internal leadership pipeline. Regulatory tenure limits may push the bank towards a wider external executive search. Analysts suggest candidates from other banks and NBFCs could be considered. Jagdishan's exit offers an opportunity for a strategic reset and narrative change. The bank's strong franchise and financial profile should mitigate transition risks.
Hemant Soren Challenges ED Court Order in Land Scam Case
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Ravi Kishan teases something special ahead of Mirzapur: The Movie release: Garma-garam report
Mirzapur: The Movie is heading to theatres on September 4, and Ravi Kishan has added to the anticipation with a fresh update from Gorakhpur. The actor shared that the film is receiving a positive response while teasing fans with what he called a garma-garam report ahead of its worldwide theatrical release. Sharing the update, Ravi Kishan said, I am coming directly from Gorakhpur with a garma-garam report. There is a great response to the film, and people can't wait for 4th September! His comments come just days before the theatrical release of the film, which marks the Mirzapur franchises transition from streaming to the big screen. The franchise, which began in 2018, has built a strong following over three seasons of the series. Mirzapur: The Movie brings back familiar faces Presented by Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment, Mirzapur: The Movie is directed by Gurmmeet Singh and written by Puneet Krishna. The film is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, with Kassim Jagmagia and Vishal Ramchandani serving as co-producers. The cast includes several familiar faces from the franchise, including Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Abhishek Banerjee, Rasika Dugal, Shweta Tripathi, Rajesh Tailang, Sheeba Chadha, Pramod Pathak and Harshita Shekhar Gaur, among others. Ravi Kishan is also part of the ensemble. The film will additionally see the return of some popular characters from the series. Divyenndu will reprise his role as Munna Bhaiya, while Kulbhushan Kharbanda returns as Satyanand Tripathi and Shriya Pilgaonkar as Sweety Gupta. Mirzapur franchise heads to cinemas With the film, the Mirzapur story is expanding beyond its streaming format and onto the theatrical stage. The makers are taking the characters and their ongoing conflicts to a larger cinematic setting, while bringing back several actors who have been closely associated with the franchise. Ravi Kishans latest update comes as the film enters its final stretch of promotions. With the actor highlighting the response he has seen in Gorakhpur, attention now turns to how Mirzapur: The Movie performs when it arrives in cinemas on September 4, 2026. Also Read:Mirzapur: The Movie: Ritesh Sidhwani reveals why the film needed its own story; says It needed its own midpoint, emotional journey and payoff
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Abhishek Banerjee has spoken about how his work in Stolen influenced the way filmmakers approached him professionally. Following the success of Stree 2, the actor took on the lead role in the survival thriller, which presented him in a different genre and required him to carry much of the films emotional and narrative arc. Reflecting on the shift in his career after Stree 2, Abhishek said, Stree 2 jaisi commercial film ke baad, meri agli film thi Stolen. It was a completely different space and a different genre. So, I think that also worked for me where people saw that I can take responsibility of a film on my shoulders and be with it till the last point. I am leading a few interesting projects and Im enjoying this journey. Directed by Karan Tejpal, Stolen revolves around two brothers searching for a kidnapped baby, with Abhishek playing Gautam Bansal. The film premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival on September 7, 2023, before its release on Amazon Prime Video on May 10, 2025. The thriller also travelled to international film festivals, including those in Beijing, Japans Skip City and Zurich. The actors upcoming projects continue to span different genres and formats. He will next reprise his popular character Compounder in Mirzapur: The Movie, which is scheduled to release on September 4. The film brings back several characters from the Mirzapur universe, including Divyendu Sharmas Munna Tripathi, while Abhishek returns with the characters familiar Ustara. Beyond the Mirzapur franchise, Abhishek is also part of Lust Stories. He is set to make his Tamil debut with an upcoming Netflix series featuring R. Madhavan, Nimisha Sajayan and Gulshan Devaiah. The actor also has an action drama opposite Tiger Shroff in the pipeline. Directed by Remo DSouza, the project is expected to explore a more action-oriented space. In addition, Abhishek has a psychological thriller with TVF lined up. With projects across franchises, anthology storytelling, regional content and action, Abhisheks current slate reflects a continued move towards varied roles. His comments on Stolen also underline the significance of leading a project in shaping his choices and the opportunities coming his way. Also Read: Abhishek Banerjee insists that Ranveer Singh as Hamza was one of his best performances; says, It is more difficult than Khilji
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India Batter Mayank Agarwal Signs Four-game County Championship Deal With Durham
County Championship Division Two: India opener Mayank Agarwal has signed a four-game contract with Durham for the final phase of the ongoing County Championship Division Two season, the English county club announced on Monday. Agarwal, 35, joins head coach Ryan Campbell's squad to bolster their promotion push in Division Two, starting with their upcoming fixture against Northamptonshire at the cinch County Ground. Agarwal replaces South Africa batter David Bedingham, who has returned home to prepare for the Proteas mens international red-ball summer at home. We are delighted to have Mayank joining us for our County Championship run in. With David Bedingham returning to South Africa ahead of their international red ball summer it was important we acted by recruiting a high-class international cricketer for the remainder of the season, Campbell said in a statement released by the club. Mayank has featured in 21 Tests for India, scoring 1488 runs, with the highlight being four centuries, including a career-best score of 243 against Bangladesh in Indore in 2019. Hes also played five ODIs, scoring 86 runs. Mayank is a hugely talented batter who has a superb first-class record, we look forward to him contributing to Durham as we look to secure our return to Division One of the County Championship, added Campbell. Agarwal also has experience of playing in English conditions, having represented Yorkshire during the closing stages of the 2025 County Championship season. In that phase, Agarwal scored 201 runs for Yorkshire, with the highlight being a match-winning 175 against Durham in his final innings. Beyond his red-ball achievements, where he's closing in on 9,000 first-class career runs, including 21 hundreds, the Bengaluru-born Agarwal has scored over 5,000 runs in T20 cricket while representing six Indian Premier League franchises. Agarwal also has experience of playing in English conditions, having represented Yorkshire during the closing stages of the 2025 County Championship season. In that phase, Agarwal scored 201 runs for Yorkshire, with the highlight being a match-winning 175 against Durham in his final innings. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Agarwal joins several Indian players currently plying their trade in the English domestic season. Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, who took 16 wickets on the Test tour of Sri Lanka, is rejoining Warwickshire, while left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav will play for Yorkshire. Surrey has India leg-spinner Rahul Chahar and uncapped batting all-rounder Mahipal Lomror in their squad and is expected to have seam-bowling all-rounder Auqib Nabi as well. Article Source: IANS
India Opener Mayank Agarwal Signs Four-game County Championship Deal With Durham
County Championship Division Two: India opener Mayank Agarwal has signed a four-game contract with Durham for the final phase of the ongoing County Championship Division Two season, the English county club announced on Monday. Agarwal, 35, joins head coach Ryan Campbell's squad to bolster their promotion push in Division Two, starting with their upcoming fixture against Northamptonshire at the cinch County Ground. Agarwal replaces South Africa batter David Bedingham, who has returned home to prepare for the Proteas mens international red-ball summer at home. We are delighted to have Mayank joining us for our County Championship run in. With David Bedingham returning to South Africa ahead of their international red ball summer it was important we acted by recruiting a high-class international cricketer for the remainder of the season, Campbell said in a statement released by the club. Mayank has featured in 21 Tests for India, scoring 1488 runs, with the highlight being four centuries, including a career-best score of 243 against Bangladesh in Indore in 2019. Hes also played five ODIs, scoring 86 runs. Mayank is a hugely talented batter who has a superb first-class record, we look forward to him contributing to Durham as we look to secure our return to Division One of the County Championship, added Campbell. Agarwal also has experience of playing in English conditions, having represented Yorkshire during the closing stages of the 2025 County Championship season. In that phase, Agarwal scored 201 runs for Yorkshire, with the highlight being a match-winning 175 against Durham in his final innings. Beyond his red-ball achievements, where he's closing in on 9,000 first-class career runs, including 21 hundreds, the Bengaluru-born Agarwal has scored over 5,000 runs in T20 cricket while representing six Indian Premier League franchises. Agarwal also has experience of playing in English conditions, having represented Yorkshire during the closing stages of the 2025 County Championship season. In that phase, Agarwal scored 201 runs for Yorkshire, with the highlight being a match-winning 175 against Durham in his final innings. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Agarwal joins several Indian players currently plying their trade in the English domestic season. Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, who took 16 wickets on the Test tour of Sri Lanka, is rejoining Warwickshire, while left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav will play for Yorkshire. Surrey has India leg-spinner Rahul Chahar and uncapped batting all-rounder Mahipal Lomror in their squad and is expected to have seam-bowling all-rounder Auqib Nabi as well. Article Source: IANS
The controversy dates back to 2023, when Allu Aravind spoke about KGF's success and questioned Yash's standing before the franchise. His Who was Yash before KGF? remark drew criticism from the actor's fans and has now found its way back into the spotlight.
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Odisha T20 League CM Trophy Returns With Six Teams And 17 Matches At Cuttack
Odisha T20 League CM Trophy: Odisha cricket enthusiasts can look forward to an engaging tournament as the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy makes a comeback. Six franchises will compete for the title at the historic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack from September 20 to 29. The tournament, titled the CM Trophy to symbolise the dedication and backing of Honble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi for the growth and promotion of cricket and sports in Odisha, will serve as a significant platform for the states rising cricketers to display their talent on a larger stage. The six teams participating are Cuttack Panthers, Bhubaneswar Tigers, Rourkela Steelers, Keonjhar Miners, Puri Titans, and Sambalpur Warriors. The player draft is scheduled for September 6, before the start of the 17-match tournament. For Odishas young cricketers, the league will offer an opportunity to play competitive T20 cricket under lights at one of the states most iconic venues, Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. With seasoned players, coaches, and franchise support, the tournament is likely to provide young athletes with important match experience and serve as a stepping stone in their careers. The trophy was revealed in the presence of Odisha Cricket Association's Office Bearers, officially launching the tournament's second edition. Attendees included Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, President of OCA; Prabhat Bhol, Joint Secretary; Bikash Pradhan, Treasurer; and Pratap Chandra Pradhan, an Apex Council Member. The previous edition saw Cuttack Panthers emerge as champions, and the six teams will now look to build on that competition and challenge for the trophy in the new season. Speaking about the tournament, Odisha Cricket Association President Pankaj Lochan Mohanty said, The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy is an important step towards strengthening the cricketing ecosystem in the state. Our focus is not only on organising a competitive tournament but also on creating a platform where young players can perform, learn and grow. We want Odishas talented cricketers to get the exposure they need to take their careers forward. The league will prioritise increasing visibility for Odishas players. By hosting matches at Barabati Stadium and broadcasting them to a broader audience, young athletes will have a better chance to attract scouts and team attention beyond Odisha. The league is expected to allow Odishas players to perform before a much larger audience, potentially attracting the attention of IPL franchises. The league will provide Odishas players with an opportunity like no other to showcase their talent at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Over 10 days and across 17 matches, they will get the chance to perform on a big stage, he added. The league will prioritise increasing visibility for Odishas players. By hosting matches at Barabati Stadium and broadcasting them to a broader audience, young athletes will have a better chance to attract scouts and team attention beyond Odisha. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The 17-match tournament is set to take place at the Barabati Stadium from September 20 to 29, including an exhibition womens match on the final day. The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy, featuring six franchises, 17 competitive matches, and a talented pool of young cricketers eager to shine, aims to be more than just a domestic T20 event. It serves as a platform for Odishas emerging players to aspire bigger, excel under pressure, and begin their journey toward top-tier opportunities in cricket. Article Source: IANS
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Ajay Devgn's Dhamaal 4 is all set to stream on OTT this week. The comedy movie completed its theatrical run after eight weeks. It became the highest-grossing movie in the Dhamaal franchise. The story follows a chaotic treasure hunt involving an antique shop duo. This popular franchise instalment features a large ensemble cast and director Indra Kumar. Read on!
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Major Scandal Uncovered in Jharkhands JPSC and JSSC Exams
Ranchi, August 31: A significant scandal has emerged in Jharkhand regarding the JPSC and JSSC competitive examinations. Investigations reveal manipulation of software data and the illicit removal of answer sheets from secure strong rooms for fraudulent writing. This revelation came during a CID inquiry, which led to the arrest of personnel from the examination conducting ... Read more Major Scandal Uncovered in Jharkhands JPSC and JSSC Exams
Yash's mother reportedly defended her son's career, saying his success did not begin with the KGF franchise. Yash has also spoken about how filmmaking is a team effort, with many people contributing to a film's success. His latest film, Toxic, is close to crossing Rs 300 crore worldwide, while he is next set to play Ravana in the upcoming Ramayana adaptation.
Shooting Incident During Late-Night Party in Ranchi Leaves One Seriously Injured
Ranchi, August 31: A shooting incident occurred late Sunday night in the Bariyatu police station area of Ranchi during a drinking party. A local resident, Tony Lohra, sustained serious injuries after being shot in the abdomen. He has been admitted to the trauma center at RIMS in critical condition. The police are currently investigating the ... Read more Shooting Incident During Late-Night Party in Ranchi Leaves One Seriously Injured
BJP, RSS trying to reduce tribal seats through delimitation: Congress
Ranchi, Aug 30: The Congress on Sunday alleged that the BJP and RSS were conspiring to weaken tribal representation by seeking to reduce seats reserved for them in legislatures through delimitation, and vowed to oppose any such exercise based on the 2007-08 delimitation report. Addressing the Adivasi Ekta Mahajutan Rally at Ranchis Morabadi Ground, state [] The post BJP, RSS trying to reduce tribal seats through delimitation: Congress first appeared on Highland Post .
