T20 Trophy Super League: Disha Kasats unbeaten 91 took Vidarbha to an eight-wicket win over Delhi in the first round of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy Super League stage on Saturday. It was also a day when defending champions Maharashtra, Railways and Karnataka also tasted success. Disha, who will turn out for Mumbai Indians in the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL), hit 10 sixes and two fours in her 54-ball knock in Vidarbhas victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium Ground B. After Delhi made 169/5, Vidarbha completed the chase in 17.3 overs. Skipper Mona Meshram stood firm at the other end and remained not out on 43 from 24 balls. Mona and Disha added an unbroken 106-run stand for the third wicket, with the latter taking the Player of the Match award. Boundaries made up 68 of Dishas 91 runs, thus underlining how thoroughly she dominated the Delhi bowling attack. Delhi, who chose to bat after winning the toss, were given a solid base by in-form batter Tanisha Singh, who remained not out on 78. Shweta Sherawat added 35, but the total was never going to be enough against Dishas onslaught. Yashshri Soley was the pick of Vidarbha bowlers with 2-34. Vidarbha will next take on Karnataka on Monday. Elsewhere, at the Gujarat College Cricket Ground 'A', the Smriti Mandhana-led Maharashtra beat Andhra by 48 runs. They posted 161/6 in 20 overs, with Gautami Naik top-scoring with 34, and then restricted Andhra to 113/9. Dnyaneshwari Patil led the attack with 3-19, while Anuja Patil chipped in with both bat and ball after making 31, she picked 2-22. In the third clash of the day, Mumbai made 157/9 in 20 overs, thanks to the efforts of Simran Shaikh (48) and Sanika Chalke (43). For Railways, off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana took 4-28, while Renuka Singh Thakur took 2-19. In reply, Railways completed the chase with a ball to spare. Opener Pratika Rawal was in blistering mode smashing 86 off 52 balls, laced with nine fours and three sixes. Sneh followed up her bowling efforts by hitting an unbeaten 37 off 30 balls to get Railways up and running with a win. Elsewhere, Karnataka beat Baroda by five wickets, with off-spinner Shreyanka Patil taking 3-19. Her efforts, along with Ananya Hegdes 2-26, dismantled the Baroda batting line-up as they were bowled out for 137 in 19.4 overs. In the chase, Vrinda Dinesh set the tone for the successful chase by hitting 49 off just 16 balls, laced with four fours and five sixes, while Niki Prasad was another notable contributor with a 17-ball 31, as Karnataka got home in 13.3 overs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 20-year-old man from Navi Mumbai for his alleged links with anti-national elements and an i nternational terror network operating through social media. The accused, identified as Yash Singh, a resident of Airoli, was allegedly assigned the task of conducting reconnaissance of sensitive locations in Mumbai, including Jewish religious establishments.
Badminton Jr Nationals: Maharashtra, Haryana reach semis; women make umpiring history
Digital Desk | Gangtok, Nov14 (IANS) The 49th Junior (U-19) National Badminton Championships got underway here on Saturday, marking a significant milestone for Indian badminton as the tournament becomes the first national championship in the country to feature an all-women panel of chair umpires. A total of 17 umpires from across the country have been selected to officiate at the prestigious national championship. These umpires were selected after assessing their performances at the All India Ranking Tournament (u-15/u-17) held in Jaipur earlier this year. The Inter-State team event will be played over two days, with the individual events starting on November 16th. The Minister for Sports & Youth Affairs, Raju Basnet, said, It's a great honour for all of us to have participants from all over India in this beautiful and wonderful state of Sikkim. Highlighting the significance of the all-women chair umpiring panel, he added, With an all-female team of umpires officiating this tournament, Sikkim is at the forefront of women's empowerment, and this is just another step forward. Explaining the reason behind the initiative, Badminton Association of India (BAI) Secretary General Sanjay Mishra said, This is an important step towards encouraging more women to take up officiating at the highest level. Our objective is to create a larger pool of qualified and experienced women umpires in the country and provide them with opportunities to officiate at major national events. This initiative will also inspire more women to pursue umpiring as a career, Mishra added. Organising Secretary Sukanta Das said hosting the U-19 Nationals for the first time in Sikkim was a matter of immense pride, with the tournament also giving the state an opportunity to be part of a historic moment in Indian badminton. On behalf of Sikkim Badminton, we have immense gratitude to the Chief Minister, Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay), for his wholehearted support and for extending state-event status to the championship. It is a matter of great pride and happiness for Sikkim to host the U-19 National Championships for the first time. It is even more special that the tournament is creating history with an all-women panel of chair umpires, he added. Maharashtra, Haryana advance to semis Badminton action on the court saw formidable outfits like Maharashtra girls and Haryana boys registering comfortable wins in their opening clashes. In the girls' event, Maharashtra packed off Assam 2-0 while Haryana boys got the better of their counterparts from Maharashtra with an identical scoreline. Uttarakhand boys and girls defeated host Sikkim in both the events to advance to the last four stage.
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 14: On the occasion of Children's Day, Ryan Group of Schools today launched its official song, 'Rang Birangi Duniya', as part of the Group's 50-year celebrations. The song is now streaming on the Ryan Group of Schools YouTube channel.
Mumbai Crime Branch redistributes over 15 high-profile extortion and fraud cases among units
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 14 (IANS) In a significant development, more than 15 high-profile cases, along with several old investigations and pending complaint applications, have been transferred from the Mumbai Crime Branch's Anti-Extortion Cell to other Crime Branch units following a senior-level review of the cell's previous investigations and weapon seizures. A senior police officer confirmed that the extortion and fraud cases had been redistributed among different Crime Branch units based on the jurisdiction where the alleged offences took place. All relevant notifications and case documents have been handed over to the respective units for further investigation. According to Mumbai Police sources, among the units assigned the maximum responsibility are Crime Branch Unit 9, Unit 2 and Unit 3. According to sources, Unit 9 has received the highest number of cases,around six, including the high-profile Bandra redevelopment dispute, in which five people were arrested for demanding Rs 11 crore as extortion. Crime Branch Unit 2 has been assigned four cases. Additionally, a special team from the unit has been deployed to assist Assistant Commissioner of Police Sadashiv Rane, who was appointed as the Investigating Officer following the invocation of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in the firing case involving actor Tiger Shroff. Similarly, Crime Branch Unit 3 has been entrusted with two to three important cases, while the remaining matters have been distributed among other Crime Branch units according to the locations of the alleged offences. Other significant cases transferred include an alleged extortion demand of Rs 1.5 crore from a businessman based in Mumbai's Lower Parel and a case involving a demand for Rs 2.50 crore in exchange for withdrawing a criminal complaint. In the latter case, the Anti-Extortion Cell had laid a trap and arrested the complainant and a lawyer while they were allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 45 lakh. The redistribution of cases has created a stir within the police department. However, the police administration has not yet issued any official announcement regarding the closure of the Anti-Extortion Cell. The department's next course of action is now being closely watched.
A joyful musical tribute to the colours of childhood, created for children, students and parents Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 14: On the occasion of Childrens Day, Ryan Group of Schools
NCP merger talks ended after Ajit Pawar's death, says Supriya Sule
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Political Tensions Rise Over Chhath Puja in Maharashtra
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SMAT 2026: Mumbai, Punjab, Chandigarh, Puducherry Register Wins On Opening Day
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite: Mumbai and Punjab registered impressive run-chase victories, while Chandigarh and Puducherry also opened their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite 2026 campaigns with wins as the first four matches of the tournaments opening day got underway. Mumbai produced the most emphatic chase of the opening four matches, defeating Hyderabad by seven wickets after reaching a target of 173 in just 13.1 overs. Suryakumar Yadav led the charge with an unbeaten 60 off 21 balls, while Musheer Khan struck 51 off 24 deliveries. Angkrish Raghuvanshi added 27 off 13 as Mumbai raced to 174/3. Earlier, Hyderabad were bowled out for 172 in 20 overs, with Abhirath Reddy top-scoring with 35 off 24 balls. Maxwell Swaminathan claimed three wickets for Mumbai, while Sairaj Patil and Shivam Dube each picked up two. Punjab also completed a successful chase, edging past Haryana by four wickets after reaching 193/6 in 19.1 overs while chasing 191. Vihaan Malhotra anchored the innings with 86 off 50 balls, including eight fours and five sixes. Uday Saharan provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 38 off 17 deliveries, hitting the winning boundary against Rahul Tewatia. Haryana had posted 190/6, powered by Dinesh Banas 42 off 20 balls, Rahul Tewatias 35 off 20 and Samant Jakhars quickfire 24 off 12. Harpreet Brar claimed two wickets for Punjab, while Sumit Kumar took three for Haryana. Chandigarh secured a tense three-wicket victory over Baroda, reaching 149/7 in 19.5 overs after restricting their opponents to 148/6. Shivam Bhambri held the chase together with 45 off 41 balls, while Aarush Bhandari contributed 26 off 18. Jagjit Singh struck the decisive boundary in the final over to seal the win. Barodas innings was built around Shivalik Sharmas 45 off 42 and Krunal Pandyas unbeaten 40 off 42. Bhanu Pania added a brisk 19 off seven balls, while Krunal also impressed with the ball, returning figures of 2/7 in four overs. In the fourth match, Puducherry defended a challenging 204/9 to beat Maharashtra by 15 runs. Bhanu Anand and Parameeswaran Sivaraman both scored 46, while Pugazhendi Akash hammered 42 off just 14 deliveries to lift Puducherry to a formidable total. Maharashtra mounted a strong response, led by Sahil Parakhs 57 off 29 balls and Arshin Kulkarnis 33 off 18. However, Badal Rawats three-wicket haul for 12 runs helped Puducherry restrict Maharashtra to 189/5 and secure the victory. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has dismissed reports of a possible merger between the two Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) factions in Maharashtra, calling the speculation a fairy tale. He said the issue would be put to rest within a day or two and ruled out the possibility of Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule joining the faction associated with Amit Shah.
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 14 (IANS) Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Saturday questioned the allegations of phone tapping made by Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, asking why Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be interested in tapping his phone. Congress leaders hit back at the BJP and defended LoP Gandhi's allegations. Speaking to IANS, Shaina NC said, Why would PM Modi tap Rahul Gandhi's phone? Tell me, is he a secret agent? Does he have any secret information? If you want to make allegations, you must come out of Modi phobia. Only then will you understand. She further criticised LoP Rahul Gandhi, alleging that he lacked a vision and a concrete plan and repeatedly invoked the Prime Minister's name to portray him negatively. You have repeated Modi ji's name so much, morning and evening, that you have portrayed him as a villain. In fact, he is a hero. You should look for someone else to portray as a villain, she said. Meanwhile, Congress leaders defended LoP Rahul Gandhi's allegations and accused the BJP-led government of using agencies to target political opponents and undermine the federal structure. Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy said LoP Rahul Gandhi's allegations reflected the way the Central government was functioning and alleged that the BJP wanted to weaken regional parties and consolidate political power. Rahul ji's allegation on phone tapping is clearly showing us how the Modi government is acting. They want to destabilise the federal structure and regional parties. They want a 'One Nation, One Party, Double Engine Sarkar'. All these things are in their interest to remain in power for a long time, and they are using all the agencies, which we can clearly see, he said. Referring to Telangana's political history, Reddy alleged that former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao had also resorted to phone tapping during his tenure to prevent the Congress from coming to power. As LoP Rahul Gandhi rightly said, they are using everything for the sake of staying in power, he added. Congress leader and AICC in-charge for Telangana, Sachin Sawant, also criticised the BJP, alleging that phone tapping, gathering Intelligence on individuals and blackmailing them had become part of its political modus operandi. This has been the attitude and policy of the Bharatiya Janata Party. This is how the Constitution and democracy of this country have been put in danger, he said. Referring to Maharashtra, Sawant alleged that the phones of several political leaders had been tapped in the state, describing it as a major scandal. So, what is new about this? This is Modi ji's gift to this country, he added.
Ramayana Language Row: NCP Leader Questions Marathis Exclusion, Demands Marathi Dub And Re-Release
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Manipur: Four civilians, including two women, killed in suspected attack
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Pakistan claims 74 militants killed in security operations
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New Delhi, Nov 13:The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against a 26-year-old man booked for protesting against poor road conditions in Maharashtras Chandrapur district, observing that peaceful civic protests cannot be criminalised in the absence of concrete evidence of unlawful restraint or violence. According to Bar & Bench, Justice MW Chandwani, in an October 29 order, said the constitutional right to protest must not be confused with grounds for launching criminal prosecution. The lines between the constitutional right to protest and the unleashing of penal prosecutions cannot be allowed to be blurred. If this mindset gains traction, it would be a sad day for democracy, the court observed as reported by Bar & Bench. The case, Nishkarsh Kiran Nimgade v. State of Maharashtra, arose from an incident on January 21 this year, when a pickup vehicle overturned near Mauza Nandgaon after hitting an electricity pole, leaving several passengers injured. Following the accident, local residents gathered at the spot and demanded action against Public Works Department (PWD) officials and the contractor over the poor condition of the road. The protesters allegedly tied a rope across the road. Police subsequently registered an FIR against Nimgade for offences including wrongful restraint and unlawful assembly under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), besides provisions of the Maharashtra Police Act, 1951. Examining the charge-sheet, Justice Chandwani noted that the prosecution had not recorded statements of any commuters to establish that traffic was obstructed. The accuseds name had also surfaced only after the police dispersed the gathering. Merely because a large number of persons gathered to agitate against the condition of the road and insisting for action against the erring officials of PWD department and the contractor, it cannot be presumed that the people gathered on the spot formed an unlawful assembly, the court said. The High Court further emphasised that Article 19(1)(b) of the Constitution guarantees citizens the right to assemble peacefully and without arms. It said criminal proceedings should not become a means of suppressing legitimate and non-violent democratic protests. Holding that the prosecution against Nimgade amounted to an abuse of the legal process, the court quashed the FIR and the charge-sheet under Section 528 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.
Friendships forged beyond cricket field matter more than trophies: CM Omar Abdullah
Chatha/Jammu, Nov 13:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday inaugurated the 22nd All India Vice-Chancellors T20 Cricket Tournament 2026 at the Cricket Ground, Main Campus of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu), Chatha. Being hosted by SKUAST-Jammu from November 13 to 23, the prestigious national-level tournament has brought together 24 teams representing universities from different parts of the country, including six teams from J&K and 18 from other states. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister, as per an official statement, congratulated SKUAST-Jammu, the participating universities and their Vice-Chancellors for bringing university employees together on a common sporting platform. He said the tournament was a welcome initiative that provided an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the contribution of university employees who work behind the scenes in strengthening academic institutions. Universities are not just about students. They are also built by the people who work behind the scenes to make these institutions shine. Often, these employees do not get the opportunity to come to the forefront. This tournament gives them a platform to showcase their talent and come together through sports, he said. Emphasising that the spirit of the tournament should go beyond competition, the Chief Minister said that while teams would compete against each other on the field, the real achievement would be the friendships and bonds they establish during their stay in Jammu. He observed that victory and defeat were integral to sports and urged participants to treat both with equanimity. Quoting renowned writer Rudyard Kipling, he said, If you can meet with triumph and disaster, and treat both those imposters just the same, adding that success and failure were temporary, while the friendships and memories created through such events endured. Referring to Jammu and Kashmirs recent sporting achievements, the Chief Minister said that if the same team continued to win every time, J&K might not have had the opportunity to bring home the Ranji Trophy last year, underlining that competition and changing fortunes were part of the sporting journey. Welcoming the participating teams to Jammu, he described the city as the City of Temples and invited the players to visit Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine and explore the regions cultural and historical attractions, including the Border Tourism facilities along the International Border. The Chief Minister also encouraged the visitors to experience the hospitality and culinary traditions of Jammu, particularly the rich Dogra cuisine, which he said deserved as much appreciation as the well-known delicacies of Kashmir. Earlier, the Chief Minister conducted the toss between the captains of the host SKUAST-Jammu team and Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University Jalgaon team and interacted with players from the participating universities. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Minister for Agriculture Production, Finance, Mining and Cooperatives Javid Ahmad Dar; Minister for Planning, Development and Monitoring, Culture, Youth Services and Sports, and ARI & Trainings Mir Saifullah; and Vice-Chancellor SKUAST-Jammu Prof. B.N. Tripathi, who presided over the function. A major highlight of the ceremony was the impressive parade of participating university teams, reflecting the spirit of unity and sportsmanship. The occasion also witnessed the lighting of the ceremonial torch, which was carried by players around the ground before being handed over to the Chief Minister, who lit the main ceremonial torch. A cultural programme presented by the Madras Regiment added vibrancy to the occasion and was appreciated by the audience. The Ministers appreciated SKUAST-Jammu for hosting the national-level sporting event and emphasised the importance of promoting physical fitness, discipline, teamwork and a healthy sporting culture among employees and educational institutions. In his address, Vice-Chancellor SKUAST-Jammu Prof. B.N. Tripathi expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and other dignitaries for gracing the occasion. He said hosting the 22nd edition of the tournament was a matter of immense pride for the university and Jammu and Kashmir. He observed that the tournament provided a unique national platform for university employees to showcase their sporting talent, promote physical fitness and strengthen professional relationships beyond their routine academic, research and administrative responsibilities. He also acknowledged the collective efforts of university officers, faculty, staff, students and the organising committee in making the event possible. Director Students Welfare, SKUAST-Jammu and Nodal Officer of the event, Dr Sudhakar Dwivedi; Registrar SKUAST-Jammu Prof. Anil Kumar; other dignitaries; participating teams and delegates from universities across the country were also present. The tournament, exclusively meant for university employees, will continue until November 23, with participating teams competing in a series of T20 matches. Besides promoting healthy competition, the event is expected to strengthen inter-university cooperation and provide an opportunity to showcase Jammu and Kashmirs institutional infrastructure, hospitality and cultural richness.
MPSC exam leak: Candidates get more time to blow the whistle
The Maharashtra government-appointed Commission of Inquiry probing alleged irregularities in nine MPSC examinations has extended the deadline for submitting affidavits from November 16 to November 23. Candidates and others with relevant information can now submit statements and supporting documents
BMC told to halt construction near defence establishments without mandatory NOCs
Maharashtra orders an immediate stop to all ongoing constructions lacking mandatory military clearances, leaving thousands of homeowners stranded
Patna-bound flyers Chhath plan comes crashing down as SpiceJet cancels flight
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71-year-old held for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs5.25 lakh in Pune
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Leopard attacks sugar cane worker in Khed near Pune as harvesting season raises safety concerns
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Chhath Puja Begins Today, NMC Gears Up For Devotee Rush At Four Lakes
Nagpur Metros Pardi Stretch Completes All Foundations, Track Work Begins
Trio armed with sharp weapons attack auto driver in Alandi
Two men face case after abusing, pushing on-duty constable in Kharadi
Retired Circle Officer Found Dead in First-Floor Gallery After Fire at Private Hotel in Bazargaon
Vivek Shelkar Achieves Dream Selection in Maharashtra Cricket Team
Fast bowler Vivek Shelkar reflects on his selection for Maharashtras team, marking a significant step in his cricketing journey. Vivek Shelkar Achieves Dream Selection in Maharashtra Cricket Team
Very unfortunate that clerks denied pension after 30 yrs of service: HC
Court Orders Joint Director, Higher Edu, To Release Pension With Arrears & Interest
Water crisis deepens: 29 wells go dry in 23 Nagpur villages
Big Samruddhi pile-up: 18 cars wrecked, 4 injured
IIT-B students call off 57-day sit-in, will continue dialogue with authorities
Now or never: Protest for Vidarbha statehood on Winter Session Day 1
NCP(SP) not interested in merger: Deshmukh
Explore No Helmet, No Petrol policy for road safety: Former SC judge Sapre
Govt offices, industries and educational institutions told to deny entry to those without helmets and seatbelts
Indo-French artist uses silk sarees to trace Women of Urban India at an exhibition in the city
18-yr-old Thane athlete wins Youth Olympics bronze with national record
Nurture sensitivity despite hardships: RSS chief Bhagwat
NMMCs quality control mechanism under scrutiny; citizens forum seeks full-time IIT expert
Unclaimed bodies cross mortuary capacity limit at Panvel sub-district hospital
Pune Book Festival to begin on Dec 12; could surpass Delhi fair in 1-2 years, says Vishwas Patil
Bed Ke Neeche Rehne Wali brings childhood imaginary friends to the stage
Ganesh Naik opposes govts decision of cluster development in Navi Mumbai
Morbe dams water cannot be drawn for PCMC area amid water scarcity issue
70-yr-old widow found murdered inside locked flat in Khopoli
