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Smriti Mandhana Replaces Harmanpreet As All-format Captain Of Indian Womens Cricket Team
BCCI President Mithun Manhas: With Harmanpreet Kaur deciding to quit captaincy, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday night announced that Smriti Mandhana will take over from her on a permanent basis. Mandhana has led India in different formats earlier. While she will be the full-time white-ball captain from now on, Smriti has led India in 18 T20Is and 4 ODIs. Smriti has been one of the leading figures in Indian women's cricket over the years and has played a key role in the team's progress across formats. An experienced international cricketer, she has also demonstrated her leadership qualities in domestic and franchise cricket, most recently leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to the Women's Premier League titles in 2024 and 2026. Having been part of the Indian team since 2013, Smriti brings considerable experience into the role. She will now take on the responsibility of leading the side, with the team entering a new phase and continuing to build on the progress made in recent years, the BCCI said in a release on Tuesday. Speaking on her appointment, Smriti Mandhana said: To be given the responsibility of leading India is a very special honour. Representing India has always meant a great deal to me, and to now have the opportunity to lead the team is something I will value deeply. I am grateful to the BCCI, the selectors, my teammates, and everyone who has supported me throughout my journey and for the trust they have placed in me. I would also like to acknowledge Harmanpreet and the contribution she has made as captain over the years. She has led the team with great commitment and has been an important part of our journey. I understand the responsibility that comes with this role and look forward to working with the team, learning along the way and giving my best to take Indian Cricket forward, she added. BCCI President Mithun Manhas said: I congratulate Smriti on being entrusted with the responsibility of leading the Indian Womens Cricket Team. She has been an important part of Indian cricket for many years and has consistently shown the qualities required to lead from the front. Her experience and understanding of the game will be valuable as she takes on this responsibility. The BCCI has full confidence in Smriti, and I am sure she will approach this role with the same commitment and professionalism that she has shown throughout her career. On behalf of the BCCI, I wish her the very best and look forward to seeing her lead the team into this new chapter, he said. Devajit Saikia, BCCI Honorary Secretary, said: Congratulations to Smriti on this important responsibility. She has grown into one of the most experienced players in the Indian team and has been part of some very important moments in the journey of Indian womens cricket. She understands what it means to represent India, and I am confident that she will bring that understanding to her role as captain. The BCCI has full confidence in Smriti, and I am sure she will approach this role with the same commitment and professionalism that she has shown throughout her career. On behalf of the BCCI, I wish her the very best and look forward to seeing her lead the team into this new chapter, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Returns As BCCI Announces T20I Squad For New Zealand Tour
T20 World Cup: Senior pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has earned a recall to Indias T20I squad for the five-match series against New Zealand, marking his return to the national side after nearly four years, as the BCCI announced the Shreyas Iyer-led team on Tuesday. The 36-year-old last represented India in the T20 World Cup semi-final against England at the Adelaide Oval in November 2022. A strong run in the Indian Premier League over the last two seasons has helped the experienced seamer force his way back into the national setup. Bhuvneshwar claimed 45 wickets across the last two IPL editions for Royal Challengers Bengaluru and played an important role in the franchises title-winning campaigns. His consistency with the new ball and wealth of experience have now earned him another opportunity in Indias T20I setup. The pacer had recently been named captain of Indias squad for the Hong Kong Sixes, but his inclusion in the T20I squad means he will miss the tournament. Apart from Bhuvneshwars return, the other notable change is the inclusion of Varun Chakaravarthy, who returns after recovering from the side strain that ruled him out following the first T20I against Afghanistan last month. Ravi Bishnoi, who was part of the previous squad, has been left out. India's prime pacer Jasprit Bumrah is also not included in the team, as he is expected to play a major role in the ODI and Test assignment. India will begin the five-match T20I series against New Zealand in Christchurch on October 22, with the second match also scheduled at the same venue on October 24. The teams will then move to Wellington for the third T20I on October 27, followed by matches in Auckland on October 30 and Hamilton on November 1. The BCCI is yet to announce the squads for the ODI and Test legs of the tour. India are scheduled to play five ODIs and two Tests against New Zealand after the T20I series. Meanwhile, the selectors have also picked a 15-member India A squad for three multi-day matches against New Zealand A, providing several players with an opportunity to gain valuable red-ball exposure in conditions similar to those they could encounter during the Test leg. Dhruv Jurel has been named captain, while Rishabh Pant's availability is subject to fitness. India A will play their first multi-day match against New Zealand A in Lincoln from October 24 to 27. The second match will be held in Christchurch from October 31 to November 3, while the third is scheduled in Lincoln from November 7 to 10. Squads: Indias T20I Squad: Shreyas Iyer [C], Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson [WK], Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan [WK], Tilak Varma [VC], Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Dhir, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav. Squads: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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The Hindi Drishyam trilogy, led by Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar, has come to an end with the release of its final instalment on October 2, 2026. For Shriya Saran, who plays Vijays wife Nandini, the last chapter was particularly emotional, not just because it marked the conclusion of an 11-year journey, but also because she was dealing with a difficult situation in her personal life during the shoot. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Shriya recalled the final day on set and opened up about the challenges she faced while filming the last instalment. She said leaving the franchise after more than a decade was an emotional experience for the entire team. On the last day of the shoot, when we were leaving the set, it was such an emotional moment because it was the conclusion. It had been 11 years, and we knew we would never come back. We were doing a photoshoot and they said, Okay, now it's done. I literally had tears in my eyes, she recalled. Shriya Saran Was Shooting Amid Her Fathers Health Crisis Shriya revealed that the emotional farewell was not the only reason the final schedule was difficult for her. During the shoot, she learnt that her father needed spine surgery and was struggling to walk. It was really hard because it was an emotional journey of leaving the set. At the same time, I remember we were shooting a really important courtroom scene, which you will watch in the film, when we got to know that my dad needed spine surgery, she said. While continuing to shoot, Shriya was also trying to coordinate medical care for her father. While I was doing that scene, I was calling doctors and trying to get their appointments. My dad could not really walk at that point, and I was also trying to get him to the hospital, she recalled. The situation became even more difficult when her fathers operation was scheduled during the shoot. Shriya said the team was filming another scene on the day of the surgery, and the schedule could not be cancelled because the production had secured the necessary permissions. On the day of his operation, we were shooting another scene which we could not cancel because they were taking permissions. While my dad had gone into the operation theatre, he told me, Just go and shoot, Shriya said. An Emotional End to an 11-Year Journey For Shriya, the final instalment therefore became a challenging experience on both professional and personal fronts. While she was saying goodbye to a franchise that had been part of her career for more than a decade, she was simultaneously dealing with her fathers health concerns. So it was really hard. On personal and emotional levels, it was very hard, she said. The Hindi Drishyam franchise began with the 2015 film, followed by Drishyam 2 in 2022. Shriya has played Nandini Salgaonkar across the trilogy, alongside Ajay Devgn, Tabu and other members of the returning cast. Also Read:EXCLUSIVE: Shriya Saran recalls preparing for Drishyam 2 eight months after giving birth; says, I was running around. My husband was taking care of our child
Drishyam The Conclusion has struck a chord with audiences not just because of its suspense and twists, but also because of its memorable characters. One character who particularly stands out is Gaitonde, played by Kamlesh Sawant. While audiences largely disliked him in Drishyam (2015) and Drishyam 2 (2022), his portrayal in Drishyam The Conclusion has taken a more comical turn. This time, Gaitonde is no longer as hated and, in fact, provides much-needed comic relief in an otherwise intense film. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Aamil Keeyan Khan, who has written the dialogues and is also one of the screenplay writers and lyricists of the film, opened up about this change in the character. Aamil Keeyan Khan said, As a writer, I am completely in love with Gaitonde. Hes my most favourite character in the franchise. The whole Drishyam team, including Kamlesh Sawant ji, knows that I talk like Gaitonde half the time (laughs). So, it was very easy for me to write his lines. He added, Also, I never saw him as a villain. Hes just an unlucky man. I mean, what wrong is he doing in the second part? I can understand that in the first part, he was menacing. The scene where he beats up the children is very disturbing. But notwithstanding that scene, if you see, hes a cop whos actually right about Vijay Salgaonkar. Hes trying to do his job correctly. So, I empathize with Gaitondes predicament. Aamil Keeyan Khan explained why Gaitondes funny dialogues were needed, The first half is very investigative. The cops are figuring out what all is required to legally corner Vijay Salgaonkar. All these characters, are very intense... So we needed a Madira peeke so gaye, we needed a Thodi si cheeni chahiye or a Yeh Vijay mera dost hai dushman?. So, it was a clear call that we would need some breathers and sprinkle in humour to make it entertaining to watch. Otherwise, the first half would have been very serious. It was not intentional, but whenever Gaitonde was in a scene, those funny lines came naturally. Interestingly, audiences watching Drishyam The Conclusion in cinemas also saw Gaitonde in special ads asking them to switch off their phones. During the interval, another AV features him urging patrons to grab some snacks. When asked if he had written these ads as well, Aamil Keeyan Khan replied, Yes. The marketing team came up with the idea of having Gaitonde talk directly to the audience. So, Abhishek Pathak (director of the film and also one of the writers) recommended my name. He said, Tu hi likh. Tere andar Gaitonde ki aatma basti hai! I was also on the set when the videos were shot. Can audiences now hope for a Gaitonde spin-off, perhaps one in which he finally emerges victorious? Aamil Keeyan Khan simply smiled and said, Lips are sealed! He signed off by saying, I am happy that Gaitonde is redeemed and people dont hate him as much anymore. If you look at things from Gaitondes point of view, he has not really done anything wrong. I cant say that, ethically, hes a good cop. But hes a good detective and was right about so many things. Also Read: Vipul Amrutlal Shah plans five projects across films and OTT over the next 12 months
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Paramount Closes Warner Bros. Merger In Historic Hollywood Deal
The new company, which will be called Skydance, combines two of the five largest Hollywood film studios, uniting the homes of major franchises such as Harry Potter and Mission Impossible.
Paramount-Warner Bros. finally merger closes, creating media giant Skydance
The $110 billion merger of Paramount Skydance ( PSKY ) and Warner Bros. Discovery ( WBD ) closed on Tuesday after Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan denied a last-minute effort to halt the deal. The new company known as Skydance ( SKYD ) brings the HBO Max and Paramount+ streaming services under one umbrella, roughly seven months after Paramount won a long bidding war for Warner Bros. over Netflix ( NFLX ). The merger had faced plenty of pushback and a long road to closing. The completed transaction unites two of media and entertainment's most storied companies, each with a history spanning more than a century, giving the combined business a rare legacy to build on, Skydance stated in a press release. The aim of the combined company is to build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology. The company's entertainment franchises span Sopranos to SpongeBob SquarePants and Euphoria to Harry Potter. The portfolio also encompasses television networks CBS, CBS News, CBS Sports, CNN, TNT, TBS, Nickelodeon, and MTV, among others. Last February, Warner Bros.' board of directors deemed Paramount's Skydance's $ 31-per-share proposal for the entire company superior to Netflix's offer . The new name is an ode to the production company that David Ellison, son of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison , founded in 2006 and merged with Paramount in 2025. (screenshot/@davidellison/X) David Ellison will serve as co-CEO of Skydance, alongside former Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz , who abruptly stepped down from the toymaker last week. On Monday, the company said Ellison will focus on long-term strategy, creative vision and direction, including its talent relationships, strategic partnerships, technology and capital allocation. Kreiz will focus on the day-to-day management and the integration of both companies. Bari Weiss, editor in chief of CBS News, and Mark Thompson, CNN chairman and editor in chief, remain in their roles. Both were named to the CEO's News Executive Leadership Team . Paramount's CFO, Dennis Cinelli, will hold the same role at Skydance, while other leaders are taking on new roles with higher ranks. CBS Sports chief David Berson will take over the combined sports operations as Warner Bros. Discovery's top sports executive, Luis Silberwasser, exits . HBO head Casey Bloys will become Skydance's chief content officer. Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav will enjoy a nice payday to the tune of roughly $886.8 million . David Ellison, CEO of Paramount Skydance, speaks during the Paramount Pictures presentation at CinemaCon, the official convention of Cinema United, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., April 16, 2026. REUTERS/Caroline Brehman Reuters / REUTERS Weeks ago, Paramount reached a settlement with a dozen states, including California , which had sought to block the company's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. on antitrust grounds. Under the agreement, the combined company would face financial penalties if it fails to release at least 30 films in theaters each year. According to two people familiar with the discussions cited by Bloomber g, Paramount would pay $30 million for each movie short of that target. The report also said Paramount could be forced to sell its 49% stake in Miramax if it does not meet the target. In a long-shot effort to block the merger filed on Monday, four petitioners who described themselves as Paramount customers argued the merger remained anticompetitive, despite the settlement. However, Supreme Court Justice Kagan denied the petition without comment. Skydance's competitors include Disney ( DIS ), Netflix, Comcast ( CMCSA ), Versant ( VSNT ), Amazon ( AMZN ), Apple ( AAPL ), and Alphabet's YouTube ( GOOG ). PSKY/WBD creates a new formidable global streaming competitor by putting HBO/HBO Max, Warner Bros., Paramount+, CBS, Discovery and a high quality large film & TV library under a single owner, which gives it larger bundles, broader programming options, and more asset breadth to compete for talen, sub revs and advertisers against NFLX and DIS, Needham entertainment and internet analyst Laura Martin wrote in a note Tuesday morning. Click here for in-depth analysis of the latest stock market news and events moving stock prices Read the latest financial and business news from Yahoo Finance This article originally appeared on Yahoo Finance at https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/article/paramount-warner-bros-discovery-merger-closes-after-nearly-yearlong-battle-paving-way-for-skydance-114120057.html
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Duminy Sees Leadership, All-rounders As Key Factors Ahead Of SA20 Auction
Indian Premier League: With most SA20 squads already taking shape, the Season 5 auction may be smaller in scale, but former South Africa all-rounder JP Duminy expects plenty of intrigue when players go under the hammer on October 7. Duminy, who has experienced the auction from both sides, as a player at multiple Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions and later as Paarl Royals head coach in the inaugural SA20 season, believes the focus this time will be on plugging specific gaps rather than rebuilding squads. Well, with the Season 5 auction coming up, the planning phase is a really critical one. We have to acknowledge that this is a smaller auction, almost a mini-auction. Its about filling the gaps in terms of the roles and responsibilities, whether its from a leadership standpoint, from a middle order, or top order, Duminy told SA20 in an exclusive interaction. The former all-rounder expects franchises to prioritise players capable of providing a point of difference, particularly in the pace and spin departments. We know in the game of T20 cricket, high pace is going to be critical, and importantly, a mystery spinner. They sort of bring that X-factor, so they will look at the various components that teams need, and what are the high-value players in the auction that they will try and target, he said. For Duminy, however, leadership could prove to be one of the most decisive factors. That makes former Joburg Super Kings captain Faf du Plessis one of the names he will be watching closely. Im always a firm believer that everything rises and falls on leadership. You have a system where there are players from all around the world, and importantly, youve got a short space of time to get everybody on board in terms of where theyre going in terms of the vision of the team, so leadership is critically important, the former allrounder said. So, when you think about Faf du Plessis, you think about leadership. At 42 years old, he is still leading run-scorers in tournaments around the world. So its not just about the leadership component. He still has the X-factor in terms of performances that he puts in consistently. Duminy also expects all-rounders to command significant attention, with South Africa internationals Wiaan Mulder and Rassie van der Dussen among the players he believes could attract strong interest. Often in auctions, particularly in smaller auctions, you find that your all-rounders go for big money, Duminy explained. Wiaan Mulder, he fills that all-round role. Those balancing components are so critical in understanding what the skill sets are that we still need. And sometimes you can miss if you sort of go batter-heavy or bowler-heavy, and then it creates a sort of imbalance in your squad. So those players are critical. Likewise, someone like Rassie van der Dussen, obviously top-order, he brings explosive power towards that top end. So those players are going to be interesting to watch in terms of the auction, and hopefully, they get picked up, he added. While individual signings will attract the headlines, Duminy believes the broader recruitment strategy could determine whether any franchise can finally break Sunrisers Eastern Capes dominance. The Eastern Cape side have won the SA20 title three times. Sunrisers, theyve certainly found a formula in terms of their success. (Coach) Adi Birrell has done a fantastic job with them. How to dethrone them? Well, I think its going to come largely down to your recruitment. What are some of the key attributes and skills that you need for your home conditions? Can you dominate your home conditions? While individual signings will attract the headlines, Duminy believes the broader recruitment strategy could determine whether any franchise can finally break Sunrisers Eastern Capes dominance. The Eastern Cape side have won the SA20 title three times. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
The Drishyam franchise has followed Vijay Salgaonkar (Ajay Devgn), a seemingly ordinary cable operator and film enthusiast who goes to extraordinary lengths to protect his family. As the Hindi trilogy concluded with the release of Drishyam 3 on October 2, 2026, Shriya Saran, who plays Vijays wife Nandini, has opened up about the similarities she sees between herself and her character. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Shriya recalled the period when she prepared for Drishyam 2 shortly after the birth of her first child. She said that while she considers herself strong, she often doubts whether she can handle difficult situations until she actually gets through them. I can be very strong, but I don't know that I have their strength. A lot of times I'm like, No, I can't do it, and I can't do it until I actually end up doing it, she said. Shriya Saran recalls pregnancy during COVID Shriya then recalled becoming pregnant in Barcelona during the COVID-19 pandemic, when she was away from her family and had to navigate the experience largely on her own. During COVID, I got pregnant in Barcelona all by myself. It was a crazy time. I was without my family for months and had no help. My mother wasn't there, so I was taking care of my child on my own, she recalled. Soon after, Shriya received a call from Panorama Studios about the possibility of making Drishyam 2. She remembered the team checking in on her before discussing the film. I remember getting a call from Panorama Studios. They asked, Aap kaise hain? and then said, Hum Part 2 banane ka soch rahe hain. Obviously, they were wondering whether I was pregnant again. Then they asked, Aapki family planning ka kya status hai? Shriya said. She recalled looking at her child during the conversation as the production plans began to take shape. Shriya had eight months to prepare for Drishyam 2 One of the biggest challenges was the limited time she had between giving birth and starting work on Drishyam 2. Shriya said she had around eight months to prepare physically for the film while also caring for her child. I had literally eight months from the time of my child's birth to the shoot to lose the weight and get everything together, she said. Shriya explained that the preparation happened alongside the responsibilities of being a new mother. She was breastfeeding and pumping while also making time for exercise and other aspects of her routine. While I was breastfeeding and pumping, I was running around. My husband was taking care of our child while I went to the gym, took long walks and ran. I would come back and cook. It was during COVID, so we stayed that way until we decided to come back to India, she added. Shriya sees a part of herself in Nandini For Shriya, that period of her life is one of the experiences that makes her relate to Nandini. While the circumstances faced by the fictional character are very different, she sees a similar sense of resilience in the way both women handle difficult situations. I think that's very common between me and her, Shriya said, referring to the strength she found in herself during that phase of her life. With Drishyam 3 now completing the Hindi trilogy, Shriyas recollection offers a glimpse into the personal circumstances surrounding her preparation for the second instalment and the demanding phase of her life when she returned to the franchise. Also Read:Shriya Saran evokes retro charm in blue polka dot dress from Gauri and Nainika for Drishyam 2 promotions
Tumbbad turns 8: Sohum Shah invites fans to reimagine the cult folklore fantasy ahead of Tumbbad 2
As Tumbbad completes eight years on October 12, actor-producer Sohum Shah has marked the milestone by turning to the films fan community. Shah shared an emotional note celebrating the audiences continued association with the folklore fantasy and invited fans to create their own interpretations of the world of Tumbbad. Over the years, the film has developed a strong cult following, with its reputation continuing to grow after its original theatrical release. Its 2024 re-release further expanded its reach and emerged as one of the highest-grossing Indian re-releases. With Tumbbad 2 in the works, interest in the franchise and its folklore-inspired universe has continued to remain high. Sharing a special message on the occasion of the eighth anniversary, Shah acknowledged the role of the audience in keeping the world of Hastar alive through conversations, interpretations and fan art. He wrote, 8 years ago, Tumbbad began its journey. And somehow, it never really ended. It stayed with you. In your conversations, your interpretations, your art and the countless ways you chose to revisit its world. For that, I can only say Thank you. He went on to add, As Tumbbad completes 8 years, I want to celebrate the people whose love has kept its world alive all this while. Create your version of 8 Years of Tumbbad. Draw it. Paint it. Build it. Reimagine it. There are no rules. Only your imagination. Send me a collaboration request on @Shah_Sohum and Tag @SohumShahFilms on your artwork. I'll be going through all the entries and would love to share some of your work on my page. This time, I want to see Tumbbad through your eyes. With Love, Sohum Alongside the graphic, Shah shared a caption that read, #8YearsOfTummbad. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sohum Shah (@shah_sohum) The anniversary initiative gives fans an opportunity to revisit the film's world through their own creative interpretations, while also adding to the ongoing conversation around the franchise ahead of its sequel. Tumbbad 2 is being spearheaded by Sohum Shah under Sohum Shah Films in collaboration with Pen Studios, headed by Dr. Jayantilal Gada. Adesh Prasad is directing the sequel, which is expected to further expand the world established in the first film. The makers have announced a theatrical release for Tumbbad 2 on December 3, 2027. Also Read: Sohum Shahs Tumbbad gets themed Ganesh pandals across cities in India, watch videos
Protests have emerged across India as citizens demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Demonstrators claim that the ongoing Special Intensive Revision process threatens voter rights and favors the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Critics say this process requires complex documentation that may disenfranchise vulnerable communities and lead to significant voter list reductions. Opposition parties and activists are calling for more independent election oversight.
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Mumbai: Drishyam: The Conclusion aka Drishyam 3 may have finally reached theatres, but fans are already looking ahead to its OTT release. Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in the third and concluding chapter of the hit crime-thriller franchise, which hit cinemas on October 2, 2026. The film has opened strongly at the box office 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 .
Sourav Ganguly Appointed Head Coach of Delhi Capitals in IPL
Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly takes on the role of head coach for IPL franchise Delhi Capitals, marking a new chapter in his career. Sourav Ganguly Appointed Head Coach of Delhi Capitals in IPL
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Sourav Ganguly returns to Delhi Capitals as head coach for IPL 2027 season
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly was on Tuesday announced as the head coach of the Delhi Capitals team ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Ganguly has been associated with the franchise since 2019,...
IPL: Sourav Ganguly Appointed As Head Coach of Delhi Capitals
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Fraser Stewart, Head of Cricket at MCC, expressed concern over cricketers retiring early from Tests for franchise T20 leagues but acknowledged players' desire for higher earnings with less play. He also welcomed the ICC's decision to trial pink balls in day-time Tests to mitigate fading light issues and boost spectator interest.
Sourav Ganguly appointed Delhi Capitals head coach for IPL 2027
New Delhi: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly was on Tuesday, October 6, appointed as Delhi Capitals head coach ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Gangulys association with Delhi Capitals began in 2019 when he joined the franchise as an Advisor. Over the years, the 54-year-old has held multiple leadership positions at 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 .
Time for Dadagiri! Sourav Ganguly becomes head coach of Delhi Capitals
Sourav Ganguly has been appointed as the head coach of Delhi Capitals for the upcoming IPL 2027 season. He replaces Hemang Badani, who was the head coach for the previous two seasons. Ganguly has previously served as both an advisor and Director of Cricket for the franchise. In addition, he is currently the head coach of South African Praetoria Capitals. This new position adds to Ganguly's growing coaching experience.
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi has alleged a deliberate conspiracy to disenfranchise Muslim voters in the Goshamahal Assembly segment of the Hyderabad parliamentary constituency through fraudulent, bulk submissions of Form 7. Speaking to ANI, the Hyderabad parliamentarian cited a recent communication issued by the state election authority that flagged attempts to delete legitimate voters using fraudulent paperwork. The Chief Electoral Officer of Telangana issued a memo on October 5, drawing the attention of the GHMC Commissioner and all District Collectors and Election Officers to instances of bulk applications being filed in Form 7 before EROs. The memo noted that these applications are not genuine and directed officials to initiate action under Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act against those submitting false statements, along with conducting an inquiry under Rule 20 of the Registration of Electors Rules, Owa...
Cong govt exerting undue influence on SIR process: NDA seeks K'taka Governor's intervention
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 6 (IANS) An NDA delegation led by Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy and Leaders of Opposition R. Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy on Tuesday expressed serious concern and disapproval over what it termed the undue influence exerted by the Karnataka government on the constitutional process of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The delegation, comprising BJP and JD(S) MLAs and MPs, met Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot at the Lok Bhavan and submitted a memorandum seeking his intervention to safeguard the interests of individuals who filed objections through Form-7 applications. The NDA leaders alleged that the Chief Electoral Office appeared to have succumbed to pressure from the state government and urged the Governor to issue directions to ensure that false and unwarranted FIRs and criminal cases under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, were not registered against individuals, including BJP workers, in connection with the SIR exercise. The memorandum stated that the SIR process had been progressing smoothly and in a structured manner and was currently at the stage of issuing notices and disposing of claims and objections. It said the exercise was aimed at ensuring accurate, inclusive and legally valid electoral rolls and fulfilling the constitutional promise of universal adult franchise. The NDA delegation said the SIR was necessary to prevent and curb the inclusion of ineligible persons in electoral rolls on account of what it termed illegal influx, and to safeguard the integrity of voter rolls and ensure free and fair elections. It further stated that the SIR exercise in Karnataka was at an advanced stage of the notice phase and disposal of claims and objections. Referring to Rule 13(2) of the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, the memorandum said every objection to the inclusion of a name in the electoral roll had to be filed in Form-7 and could be submitted by a person whose name was already included in the electoral roll. The NDA leaders contended that filing objections through Form-7 was a legitimate constitutional right, subject to scrutiny by election officials and the appellate process provided under law. They also argued that there was no bar on filing Form-7 objections in bulk. Referring to an Election Commission of India communication dated January 16, 2026, and the Manual on Electoral Rolls, 2023, they said applications could be submitted in bulk for identifying corrections in draft electoral rolls. The memorandum claimed that there were no restrictions on the number of Form-7 applications that could be submitted to Electoral Registration Officers or Assistant Electoral Registration Officers and that all objections were required to be cross-verified by election officials. It also stated that Booth Level Agents could file multiple Form-7 applications. Hence, no illegality is committed with submitting Form-7, the delegation stated. The NDA leaders also criticised Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and ministers for allegedly holding a protest within the premises of the Election Commission despite prohibitory orders. They alleged that the protest exerted undue influence on the functioning of the Chief Electoral Office. According to the memorandum, such actions appeared to have resulted in the issuance of a circular proposing action under Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act. The delegation said the circular had caused apprehension among people who had submitted Form-7 applications, as it appeared to legitimise the use of police machinery and interference in the SIR process. It further alleged that individuals were now apprehensive about the registration of criminal cases under the BNS, 2023, citing FIRs registered in various districts, including Belagavi, Bidar, Ballari and Mysuru. The NDA delegation urged Governor Gehlot to issue appropriate directions to the Karnataka government to safeguard the interests of individuals who had filed objections through Form-7. It also sought directions to ensure that false, unwarranted FIRs and criminal cases under the BNS, 2023, were not registered against individuals, including BJP workers, in connection with the SIR exercise. The delegation said such intervention was necessary in the interest of justice and to maintain the purity of elections.
Tilaknagar Inds: HDFC Sec keeps 'buy', bets on Imperial Blue's growth story
According to HDFC Securities, ground checks indicate that Tilaknagar Industries is effectively addressing state-specific requirements to strengthen the Imperial Blue franchise.
Gyanesh, its done, bro. Time to resign: Rahul Gandhi takes jibe at CEC as INDIA bloc marches to ECI
New Delhi , October 6: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday took a jibe at Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, saying, Gyanesh, its done, bro. Time to resign, as the Opposition INDIA bloc began its protest march towards the Election Commission in the national capital. In a post on X, Gandhi wrote, Gyanesh, its done, bro. Time to resign. Raising slogans demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and CEC Gyanesh Kumar, the INDIA bloc leaders and supporters took to the streets of the national capital as their march towards the Election Commission began. The INDIA bloc MPs later sat in protest near the NITI Aayog office. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi and NCP-SP MP Supriya Sule, along with several other INDIA bloc MPs, took part in the protest march. Earlier, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that the government was stripping people of their rights and accused the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of acting at its behest during the INDIA bloc march against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Kharge said the universal adult franchise secured after Independence was being undermined and alleged that the Election Commission was functioning under the government's direction. Look, we are fighting against the injustice of the fact that the government is stripping away everythingall the rights of the people. And today, the universal adult franchise that we received after Independencethis government is working to finish it off, Kharge said. Speaking to ANI, Congress MP Dharamveer Gandhi accused the government of undermining democratic principles in coordination with the poll panel's leadership. Thirteen crore votes have been deleted, and those people have been deprived of their democratic right to vote. This is the biggest fraud in Indian political history, committed by the current government against the people of India with the cooperation of Gyanesh Kumar. We are going to fight to restore democracy and preserve the dignity of democratic institutions, Gandhi said. Rejecting the BJPs counter-allegation that the opposition is attempting to compromise constitutional bodies, Gandhi added, They are the ones hijacking them. Who asked them to remove the Chief Justice of India from the panel for selecting Election Commissioners and the CEC? The BJP removed them. Investigating agencies, media, and institutionsthey have extended their influence to turn them into their pocket organisations. Weighing in on the opposition's demands, Congress Rajya Sabha MP Syed Naseer Hussain demanded a high-level inquiry to investigate alleged political interference in the election machinery.The main demands are crystal clear. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar must go; he should resign. The SIR (Special Intensive Revision) should be scrapped. All the voters who have been removed or deleted under SIR must be restored back onto the voter list, Hussain told ANI.
'Core In Good Place, We Know What To Do At Auction': Pretoria Capitals Coach Ganguly
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Pretoria Capitals head coach Sourav Ganguly is confident in the core group of players in the team and has clarity on what the franchise needs to do when the auctions for the SA20 2027 take place on Wednesday. The Capitals made it to the final of the previous edition, where they lost to two-time winners Sunrisers Eastern Cape, who bagged their third title. Capitals have retained the core of their runners-up group and have also pre-signed Phil Salt and Matthew Short ahead of the auction. We were in the final last season, and we didnt finish the job. This time, we have come back stronger. Phil Salt is back, and we have retained the players who delivered for us Dewald Brevis, Keshav Maharaj, and Lungi Ngidi, Ganguly said, as quoted by Pretoria Capitals. Add the firepower of Andre Russell and Sherfane Rutherford, along with some very good domestic talent coming through, and the core is in a good place. There are five spots left, and we will go into the auction knowing exactly what we need, he added. The SA20 auction will take place on Wednesday as Capitals, and the other five teams will have their chance to finalise their squads for the fifth season. 156 players have been shortlisted for the auction, with the likes of Faf du Plessis, Rassie van der Dussen, Wiaan Mulder and Nandre Burger headlining the pack. Only 19 slots can be filled across the six teams. Durban's Super Giants and Paarl Royals will not be busy as they have already completed their 19-player squads. Joburg Super Kings and MI Cape Town have the most slots to fill, as they can rope in six players. Capitals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape can bring in five and two players, respectively. Only 19 slots can be filled across the six teams. Durban's Super Giants and Paarl Royals will not be busy as they have already completed their 19-player squads. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Michael Bracewell Joins Melbourne Renegades For BBL 16
Big Bash League: Melbourne Renegades have bolstered their overseas contingent for the Big Bash League (BBL) 16 with the signing of New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell, adding an experienced campaigner capable of influencing matches with both bat and ball. Bracewell becomes the Renegades second international signing for the season after England batter Jonny Bairstow, giving the club another proven option as it builds its squad for the upcoming Big Bash League campaign. The 35-year-old, who made his New Zealand debut in 2022, has established himself as a multi-format international and has also led the Black Caps in both ODIs and T20Is. His value, however, extends beyond his international record, with Bracewell having built a substantial T20 resume across several major franchise competitions. He has played more than 200 T20 matches, accumulating over 3,600 runs at a strike rate above 135 while also claiming more than 100 wickets. His experience includes stints in the Indian Premier League, Pakistan Super League, Major League Cricket, The Hundred and the Super Smash. Bracewells ability to change the course of a game with the bat was underlined by his unbeaten 141 off 65 balls for Wellington in the 2022 Super Smash. The knock remains the highest individual score in New Zealand domestic T20 cricket. He has continued to make an impact in franchise cricket, striking at more than 170 during the 2026 Pakistan Super League, further highlighting his ability to provide rapid runs in the middle and lower order. For Bracewell, the move also offers an opportunity to finally experience the BBL after following the competition from afar. Im looking forward to joining the Renegades, the BBL is a competition Ive watched plenty of over the years and one Ive always wanted to experience. Playing in Melbourne, in front of big crowds at the MCG, is going to be special, Bracewell said. The New Zealanders appeal lies in the range of roles he can perform rather than any one specialist discipline. As a left-handed batter and right-arm off-spinner, he gives Melbourne the flexibility to alter their combination depending on conditions and opposition. I enjoy being able to contribute in different ways - whether thats with the bat, with the ball or in the field - and Im looking forward to doing whatever the team needs to help us win games. Renegades head coach Luke Ronchi believes that adaptability could prove particularly valuable in the shortest format, where teams often need players capable of filling multiple roles. Michael gives us a lot of options and thats incredibly valuable in T20 cricket, Ronchi said. Hes a genuine all-rounder. He can play a number of different roles with the bat, hes a very smart off-spinner and he brings a huge amount of experience from playing international and franchise cricket around the world. Hes also been trusted to captain New Zealand, which tells you plenty about the way he sees the game and the type of character he is around a group. Hes a genuine all-rounder. He can play a number of different roles with the bat, hes a very smart off-spinner and he brings a huge amount of experience from playing international and franchise cricket around the world. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India a key market as SA20 looks to widen global audience: COO Lynn Naude
In an interview with Business Standard, SA20 COO Lynn Naude discusses sponsorship renewals, affordable tickets, Indian audiences and why strengthening the existing six franchises remains the priority
Ajay Devgn's hit Drishyam franchise is currently running in theatres. The film, which was released on October 2, witnessed a solid weekend at the box office, surpassing Rs 100 crore. While the film saw a decline in its collection owing to a weekday, the film collected a decent amount for a Monday. Meanwhile, Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia's The Vvaan is in its second week. The film continues to struggles in theatres.
Cricket Victoria chief compares Indian BBL ownership to England
MELBOURNE, Oct 5: Cricket Victoria chief executive Nick Cummins has defended the possibility of Indian investors acquiring Big Bash League (BBL) franchises, comparing the potential involvement to the way English settlers helped spread football around the world more than a century ago. Cricket Australia (CA) is preparing to open the BBL to private ownership as []
Drishyam 3: Exhibitors react to the success of Ajay Devgn's final instalment
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Claire Kittle reacts to George Kittles 56-yard touchdown as the San Francisco 49ers tight end makes another mark in franchise history.
McDonalds sued in US over alleged AI-powered price coordination across franchises
McDonald's is facing a federal lawsuit for allegedly coordinating prices with franchises using an AI-powered pricing system. The complaint claims this practice violates US antitrust laws by fixing prices unlawfully. Furthermore, the lawsuit cites a Reuters article discussing the use of AI for pricing by various fast-food companies. McDonald's denies the allegations and asserts that franchisees set their own prices independently.
FRA workshop in Poonch calls for wider awareness, community participation
Srinagar, Oct 5: A two-day national workshop on the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006, in Jammu and Kashmir concluded in Poonch , with experts and forest-dependent communities calling for greater awareness of statutory rights and stronger community participation. The workshop was organised by the J&K Climate Action Group in collaboration with the National Alliance on Community Forest Resources & Minor Forest Produce (NACM). Rights advocates, legal experts, environmentalists, civil society representatives and forest-dependent community members from Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra and Jharkhand participated in the workshop along with local stakeholders and government representatives. Discussions focused on the implementation of Individual Forest Rights (IFR), Community Forest Rights (CFR) and rights over Minor Forest Produce (MFP) in J&K. J&K Climate Action Group Chairman Dr. Raja Muzaffar Bhat expressed concern over the absence of district administration officials from the workshop and urged the Tribal Affairs Department to undertake extensive awareness campaigns in rural and forest-adjacent areas. He said local NGOs and civil society organisations should be involved as partners in informing forest-dependent communities about their rights under the law. The workshop also provided a platform for affected families from Hari in Surankote to raise grievances over the alleged damage to their homes during a Forest Department action several years ago. The families alleged that the action violated protections under the FRA and sought justice and rehabilitation. Local speakers included Sikender Noorani from Surankote, Lokesh Sharma, social and political activist and district coordinator of the J&K Climate Action Group, Abdul Rashid Sheikh, retired principal, and Sabir Hussain Bittu. NACM delegates from different parts of the country shared field experiences and examples of FRA implementation, including community forest resource management and Minor Forest Produce rights. The speakers included Dileep Gode of Nagpur, Maharashtra; Sandeep Minhas of Kullu, Himachal Pradesh; Advocate Virender Kumar of Ranchi, Jharkhand; Kailash Babu of Kandhamal, Odisha; Dr. Kishore Moge of Yavatmal, Maharashtra; Keshav Gurnoole of Gadchiroli, Maharashtra; Dr. Chitaranjan of Kalahandi, Odisha; and Bharat Namdev of Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Speakers said community forest management and MFP rights had helped strengthen livelihoods and local governance among tribal and traditional forest-dependent communities in states including Odisha, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. They urged J&K to study and adopt relevant models. Advocate Badrul Duja, Ajaz Sofi, Advocate Shakir Parray and Mir Mushtaq coordinated the workshop proceedings and facilitated discussions between national experts and local participants. The workshop concluded with participants pledging to continue advocacy and capacity-building efforts on forest rights across J&K. Participants also thanked the J&K Climate Action Group and its chairman, Dr. Raja Muzaffar Bhat, for organising the workshop.
'Judicial impropriety': Ex-CJI Gavai on SC judge Bhuyan's remarks criticising SIR
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan raised concerns regarding the deletion of voters through special intensive revision, facing criticism from former CJI BR Gavai. While Bhuyan emphasized that disenfranchising citizens violates constitutional rights, Gavai expressed reservations about commenting on ongoing legal matters. Former Supreme Court judge Rohinton Fali Nariman also voiced concerns about the democratic implications of voters being removed from lists.
Activists issue 'people's impeachment' notice against CEC
Former civil servants and rights activists have issued a people's impeachment notice demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. They allege six charges against him, including undermining the Election Commission's functioning, mass disenfranchisement through Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, and compromising political impartiality. The group, including G K Pillai and Najeeb Jung, was prevented from submitting the notice at the EC office.
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After Asian Games, Indian archers turn to Archery Premier League
Hyderabad: Fresh from the Asian Games high, Indian archery stars will switch from national colours to franchise jerseys when the second season of the Archery Premier League begins in Hyderabad on October 8. Indian archers registered a nine-medal haul, including five golds, at the continental event. Kumkum Anil Mohod, 17, became the first Indian to 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 .
Madurantakam, Dharapuram go to polls for second time in six months
Over 2.13 lakh voters in Madurantakam and more than 2.23 lakh voters in Dharapuram set to exercise their franchise. The Tamil Nadu government has declared a public holiday in both constituencies on Tuesday on account of the byelections
'Right to vote at peril': Justice Nariman on EC functioning
Former Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman has voiced serious concerns regarding the Election Commission's functioning, stating that the right to vote is 'at great peril'. He called for the Supreme Court's intervention to address 'disturbing developments' within the poll panel, particularly citing issues like voter disenfranchisement during electoral roll revisions and the controversial appointment process of Election Commissioners.
'Jailer 2' trailer: 5 details you may have missed in Rajinikanth
Highlights Rajinikanth returns as Muthuvel Pandian, but the trailer shows him living a surprisingly quiet life The sequel introduces new characters played by SJ Suryah, Vidya Balan and Suraj Venjaramoodu A blink-and-miss shot has sparked speculation about a possible Hrithik Roshan appearance The trailer hints that Muthuvel Pandians past is about to catch up with him Here are five details you may have missed in the Jailer 2 trailer Rajinikanth is back as Muthuvel Pandian, but the Jailer 2 trailer suggests that the former jailer is trying to stay away from the chaos that followed him in the first film. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the sequel appears to raise the stakes with a bigger cast, more action and several new characters. While the trailer gives viewers plenty of explosions, fights and one-liners, it also quietly drops clues about the story and the people surrounding Tiger. Here are five details worth looking out for. 1. Tiger is hiding in plain sight One of the biggest surprises in the trailer is Muthuvel Pandians new life. Rather than being shown immediately as the formidable Tiger from the first film, he appears to have settled into a much quieter existence and is working as a driver. That peaceful life does not last for long. The trailer suggests that forces connected to his past are searching for him, eventually pushing him back into action. The contrast between the apparently ordinary driver and the ruthless Muthuvel Pandian is one of the trailers biggest clues about the sequel. 2. Vidya Balans character could be more important than she first appears Vidya Balan is among the major new additions to Jailer 2 , and the trailer gives viewers a brief glimpse of her character alongside Rajinikanth. One exchange involving her asking about tea or coffee has already caught attention, particularly because of the calm but pointed way the interaction plays out. The trailer does not reveal much about her character or her relationship with Muthuvel Pandian, suggesting that there could be more to her role than the preview is letting on. 3. Is that Hrithik Roshan? There is one blink-and-miss moment that has sent fans looking closely at the trailer. Some viewers believe a brief shot could feature Hrithik Roshan. The speculation appears to centre on a partially seen character, with fans trying to identify the actor from his appearance and build. However, there has been no official confirmation that Hrithik is part of Jailer 2 , so the possible appearance should be treated as fan speculation for now. If the mystery does turn out to be Hrithik, it would add another major name to a sequel that already has an impressive line-up of returning and new stars. 4. The threat from the first film has not disappeared The trailer also appears to connect the sequel to the conflict established in Jailer . Muthuvel Pandian previously took on an idol-smuggling network, and the new film seems to bring that world back into his life. This time, however, the scale appears to be much larger. The trailer shows new enemies, armed men and a growing threat around Tiger, while several scenes suggest that his decision to step away from his old life may not be enough to keep him safe. The story seems to be building towards another confrontation between Muthuvel Pandian and the criminal network he thought he had left behind. 5. The trailer saves its dark humour for the end Despite all the violence and action, Jailer 2 does not appear to be losing the dark humour that helped define the first film. The final moments of the trailer are a good example. Yogi Babus character points out that Tiger is killing people while casually cleaning a car, creating the kind of absurd contrast that has become part of the franchises appeal. The trailer also brings back the larger-than-life energy associated with Muthuvel Pandian, with Rajinikanth once again balancing comedy, swagger and action. Along with returning appearances from familiar faces, the sequel is clearly aiming to make the world of Jailer considerably bigger. Jailer 2 is scheduled to release on October 15, 2026, with Rajinikanth returning as Muthuvel Pandian.
Right To Vote At Great Peril: Ex-Supreme Court Judge Rohinton Nariman On Mass Voter Deletions
Former Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman expressed serious concerns over the Election Commission's functioning amid disenfranchisement of voters during the SIR exercise.
Cong plaint against voter data irregularities
Tushar Gandhi Questions Election Commissions Intent Amid Supreme Court Scrutiny
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SIR: Alternate checks rolled out for inclusion of vulnerable voters
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