Arvind Kejriwal and His AAP: Small Party, Big Dreams, Brutal Lessons
Is Kejriwal's luck finally running out? His fate will be decided when Punjab votes in 2027.
Rajya Sabha now recognises Raghav Chadha, 6 others as BJP MP
With this, the AAP will now have Sanjay Singh and Narain Dass Gupta from Delhi and Sant Balbir Singh from Punjab in the Rajya Sabha. At the same time, BJPs strength went up to 113.
Delhi HC closes plea by Lawrence Bishnoi against release of 'Lawrence of Punjab'
Punjab Police wrote to the Centre and urged it to direct ZEE5 to refrain from airing the docuseries
Preity Zinta's Punjab Kings Won Another IPL Match, Sunny Deol Was All Smiles
In a candid video, Sunny is seen smiling as he watches an IPL match on TV, where Preity Zinta celebrates the Punjab Kings' historic win.
ED raids 11 locations across Punjab in PMLA case linked to former DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at eleven locations in Punjab. These searches are linked to former Punjab DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar and others. The operation aims to trace crime proceeds and identify benami assets. This action follows allegations of demanding illegal gratification and possessing assets disproportionate to known income.
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals need something special against unbeaten Punjab Kings
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag faces pressure to perform against a strong Punjab Kings side. Punjab Kings have been highly consistent, winning six of seven games. Their batting lineup, led by Shreyas Iyer, has been exceptional, even chasing a record 265. Rajasthan Royals have lost momentum after a strong start. The Royals' fielding has also been a concern.
ED raids in case against former Punjab Police DIG Bhullar, linked entities
11 premises in Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Patiala, Nabha and Jalandhar linked to the accused, his associates are being covered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)
Virender Sehwag Rates Shreyas Iyer's IPL 2026 Captaincy '10/10'. Ex-India Teammate Disagress
Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings have enjoyed an unbeaten start to the Indian Premier League (IPL) season, winning six out of seven games.
THE Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is faced with a serious predicament after its what could be called a poaching game by the BJP in the national capital. Now the game has extended to Punjab, another province where the regional party is well-entrenched. With a set of AAP parliamentarians led by Raghav Chadha quitting the parent []
Punjab records 72 farm fires in 24 hours
Just Not Acceptable: Ex-India Star Slams Karun Nair For Dropping Shreyas Iyer's Catch Twice
Karun Nair dropped the catch of Shreyas Iyer, who scored 71 not out off 36 balls to take Punjab Kings home in chase of 265 against Delhi Capitals.
Majithia slams Punjab govt for withdrawing MPs security
Punjab bought Rs 22-per-piece gunny bags for Rs 44: Jakhar
Punjab withdraws security of 5 RS MPs, Centre steps in with CRPF
Randhawa questions govt failure over drug deaths in Punjab
Punjab body to honour CM, Amritsar DC for holy city status
DC Edit | Defection Of Key MPs Does No Good To Image Of AAP
The AAP may like to shrug it off saying these leaders have no grassroots connections and cannot even win a panchayat election in Punjab or in Delhi, but the fact remains that they were helpful in popularising the party, which comprised just another group of activists when it took off in the first half of the last decade
BJP Criticizes Punjab Police for Failing to Secure MPs Residences
Chandigarh, April 26: The BJPs National General Secretary, Tarun Chugh, criticized the Punjab Police on Sunday for their failure to secure the residences of MPs against alleged attacks by political thugs associated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Chugh reprimanded the states Director General of Police, stating that if the Punjab Police cannot ensure the ... Read more BJP Criticizes Punjab Police for Failing to Secure MPs Residences
CRPF Provides Y Category Security to Harbhajan Singh and Ashok Mittal
New Delhi, April 26: The Punjab government, led by Bhagwant Mann, withdrew security for former Indian cricketer and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh on Sunday. This decision was quickly overturned after intervention from the central government. Harbhajan Singh has now been assigned Y Category security by the CRPF. In addition to Singh, Rajya Sabha MP ... Read more CRPF Provides Y Category Security to Harbhajan Singh and Ashok Mittal
IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi 'all good' after frightening fall in DC vs PBKS clash
Lungi Ngidi was involved in a worrying on-field moment during the game between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings on Saturday afternoon.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik believes the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season has redefined the boundaries of T20 cricket, where towering scores are a routine affair and teams fearlessly hunting them down, adding that he finds the batting approach inhuman at times. Flat pitches, short boundaries, and the impact player rule have meant that teams are routinely chasing down 200-plus targets. On Saturday, Punjab Kings set a new record for chases in IPL by hunting down 265 against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Later, Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down 229 against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. First up, credit to all teams who are chasing down such big totals, and also to the teams that are setting such massive totals. The game has changed; the landscape of T20 cricket is changing every day. You see these scores and think, Wow, it's just incredible. At times, its inhuman the way teams have been batting. Yes, it's obviously a challenge batting-wise because you're trying to be so much more aggressive. With the ball, it's a different challenge - you try to protect as much as you can and try to do your best at it. So it's been wonderful to see how this IPL is actually constantly raising the bar for teams across the world and for the players who are playing because they need to reinvent and obviously make sure that they are moving along with how fast the game is going. So it's been a privilege to be part of it, and you just sometimes look at it and marvel at how well this game is progressing and to what heights it's reaching, said Karthik in the pre-match press conference. Run-making in power-play has breached the 10 runs per over mark, while dot-ball percentage is below 40 percent, and boundary percentage has gone past 25 all of which never happened in previous seasons of the IPL. The impact player rule has also meant that a side like PBKS never looked in trouble in the chase and reached 265 with seven balls to spare. Karthik acknowledged the balance between bat and ball remains a constant debate in the IPL, but insisted the T20 format is in a good place. It's always a debate, isn't it? When you start scoring a lot of runs, you feel how you equalise it for the bowler and vice versa. I think this format is in a good place. There have been some interesting changes made by the fact that you have added reviews to decisions that are being made, you've added impact player, etc. But the results have been quite alarming in a positive way. I think the world looks at IPL and goes, this is a different brand of cricket altogether because the T10 strong teams are competing against each other and each one of the teams pushing the other to do something very special to win a game of cricket, which is exactly what you want in terms of rivalry, standard, etc. I'm very happy with the place that IPL is in and I think in many ways it's an example of how cricket should be played and for that matter even sports should be played because there are definitely areas where each team is going back to the drawing board and saying this is where we need to improve and they are addressing it at the end of each season and that's why you see the standards increasing with every passing year, he elaborated. Calling 220 the new 180 in T20s, with IPL 2026 seeing four successful 200-plus chases and its overall run rate being the highest in the history of the competition, Karthik underlined how batting power and innovation have transformed the game. The new normal - it is a good way to put it. I think the question is a very valid one because obviously the bowlers are challenged, aren't they? 200-220 scores - teams seem to be getting it, and it almost feels like 220 is the old 180 or something like that, and teams are getting there quite often. So, it is a challenging situation for any bowling coach and any bowler, for that matter, because the pitches are obviously quite flat and batters have improved their range of stroke play. Add to that, they have increased their power as well, and some of them are hitting massive sixes. So, obviously, as a bowling unit, you need to be very aware of what is happening and how the scores have increased and how you need to be thinking as a bowler. Without revealing too much, I would say so far we are trying our best to do a good job. More variations, why not? That will make the bowling side of things very interesting, he said. Saturday was a tough day to be a bowler, and the same story could be there for the rest of the season. Karthik also felt that the changing nature of the pitches will also determine if a particular game will be a run-fest or not. First of all, I don't know if you are asking me a question or scaring me, but definitely it feels like most teams are backing themselves to chase down most totals and that's a good sign to be fair because that tells you that the batters these days actually are coming in fearlessly to the point where they back themselves to do very different things to what it was done a few years ago. So, you have to be open as a batting unit. You don't want to set any target or challenges for you as a batting unit, but constantly keep making sure the way the batters look at how each inning needs to be is different on each given day, on different pitches. Like in Bengaluru, sometimes we played on pitches which probably went 260-250 pitches, as you saw against DC, we got 180, and it was a good game. Against LSG, they got 160, and we had to bat and get there, and we did that. So, it depends on the pitches. On some pitches, like Jaipur yesterday, 230 was scored. DC, here, 260 plus was scored. So, each pitch varies, but in general, you have to say that it is very interesting to see how this game is actually unfolding in each venue and with every given day, depending on which pitch you play, some crazy scores are being met with for sure, he explained. He further noted how shot-making has evolved into a power-driven extension of traditional strokes. People are playing an extension of a normal cricketing shot, so to speak. I remember a few years ago, you said 10 years, I think that's a good number to have. A lot of these scoops, reverse scoops, all of that were like, Oh, how can players play that? Now it's more like, can you just check your drive, and can it go for a six? So I would say people are focusing more on making sure their normal shots that they had have a lot more power added to them. In clearing the boundary, in clearing the ropes, and also they're becoming very clever in the power play in terms of what positions they get into, probably to play a lot of the boundaries. As we see, CSK is batting on a slightly different pitch today. The scores are not that high so far when I last saw them at the end of 10 overs. So with every pitch, every venue, it seems to change. But you have to say, in general, the shot-making has definitely improved, and there's also a lot of power added. Otherwise, you wouldn't get such consistent scores of 220. The role of an impact player, the psychological impact that it has on a batting unit, knowing that you bat a little deeper than normal, could also be a factor in it. On the role of analytics, Karthik credited RCBs analyst Freddie Wilde for bringing valuable insights. It is very good that you asked the question about Freddie. Yes, we do use data, and we try to understand the metrics and see how we can obviously use it to our advantage. We definitely try to do a bit of that. In terms of whether the outlook of the team has changed and the way we play as a team, I think it isn't a good question for you to answer. From the inside, it feels like we are making a conscious effort to use these metrics to help our players achieve something special. Last year, we were good enough to beat some good teams and in the end, crossed the line. So, we are making a conscious effort at that. On the role of analytics, Karthik credited RCBs analyst Freddie Wilde for bringing valuable insights. It is very good that you asked the question about Freddie. Yes, we do use data, and we try to understand the metrics and see how we can obviously use it to our advantage. We definitely try to do a bit of that. In terms of whether the outlook of the team has changed and the way we play as a team, I think it isn't a good question for you to answer. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So far, the process has been very interesting because you get to understand, two years ago I was playing, and today I am on this side of the fence, and I am thinking, wow, it is so interesting to see so much data and how do you use it to upskill the players, upskill the team in general. So far, I must say the experience for me on a personal note has been very good, and Freddie has been one who is feeding us very valuable information, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Punjab Police withdraws security cover of MP Harbhajan Singh after he quits AAP
Security personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force could be seen deployed outside the residence of the former cricketer on April 26
BJP spreading rumours of contact between Punjab AAP MLAs, Raghav Chadha: Sanjay Singh
NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh on Sunday dismissed claims that party MLAs in Punjab are in contact with Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha, who recently joined the BJP, labelling such developments as misinformation and rumours. Singh accused the BJP and Raghav Chadha of deliberately spreading these rumours and noted that protests are being held across Punjab against the betrayal by Chadha and other Rajya Sabha MPs who left AAP to join the BJP. The public sentiment [] The post BJP spreading rumours of contact between Punjab AAP MLAs, Raghav Chadha: Sanjay Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lungi Ngidi's Emotional Post After Nasty Injury During DC vs PBKS Clash
Lungi Ngidi was involved in a worrying on-field moment during the game between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings on Saturday afternoon.
Pappu Yadav Calls for Legal Action Against Raghav Chadha Amid Political Turmoil
New Delhi, April 26: Pappu Yadav, a Member of Parliament from Purnia, has expressed strong criticism regarding Raghav Chadhas recent defection from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), along with six other MPs. He stated that the Punjab government should file a case against Chadha and imprison him. Yadav also ... Read more Pappu Yadav Calls for Legal Action Against Raghav Chadha Amid Political Turmoil
AAP Urges Rajya Sabha Chairman to Disqualify 7 Defecting MPs
Incidentally, six of the seven MPs who quit the party were Rajya Sabha MPs from Punjab.
Lungi Ngidi Shares Big Fitness Update Day After Suffering Nasty Mid-Match Injury During DC vs PBKS
Lungi Ngidi was involved in a worrying on-field moment during the game between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings on Saturday afternoon.
No Bowler Was Spared: Ex-India Star Showers Praise On KL Rahul Masterclass Despite DC Loss vs PBKS
Former India batter Mohammad Kaif described KL Rahul's unbeaten 152 as a vintage effort but said the pain of defeat would overshadow the brilliance of the innings after Delhi Capitals (DC) went down to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a record-breaking chase in IPL 2026.
Chef VP Singh Puts Authentic Punjab on a Plate at Gingerfire
A Punjabi pop-up at the Hilton Hyderabad's Gingerfire celebrates tradition, patience, and deeply rooted flavours with Chef VP Singh bringing the art of slow cooking and authentic Amritsar flavours to Hyderabad
'No Bowler Was Spared': Kaif Hails Rahuls Masterclass Despite DC Loss
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Former India batter Mohammad Kaif described KL Rahuls unbeaten 152 as a vintage effort but said the pain of defeat would overshadow the brilliance of the innings after Delhi Capitals (DC) went down to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a record-breaking chase in IPL 2026. Rahuls 152 not out off 67 balls, the highest score by an Indian in IPL and mens T20 cricket, powered Delhi Capitals to a formidable 264 for 2 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. However, it was not enough as Punjab Kings chased down 265 with seven balls to spare in one of the most extraordinary run chases in the tournaments history. He played a special knock; this was vintage KL Rahul. The way he attacked the bowlers was pure class. He drove through the covers, pulled over square leg, and lofted straight down the ground. No bowler was spared. Every delivery was treated with intent, Kaif told Jio Hotstar. Rahul found strong support from Nitish Rana, who smashed 91 off 44 balls, as the duo added 220 runs for the second wicket to put DC in a commanding position. Despite the massive total, Punjab Kings came out all guns blazing, with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya giving a flying start before skipper Shreyas Iyer anchored the chase with an unbeaten 71 to seal victory. Kaif highlighted the harsh reality of the sport, where even extraordinary individual performances can end in disappointment. Despite the massive total, Punjab Kings came out all guns blazing, with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya giving a flying start before skipper Shreyas Iyer anchored the chase with an unbeaten 71 to seal victory. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, KL Rahul was awarded the player of the match trophy for his brilliant knock despite ending on the losing side. Article Source: IANS
Measles Claims 71 Lives of Children in Pakistan in First Four Months of 2026
Islamabad, April 26: In a troubling report, Pakistan has witnessed the deaths of 71 children due to measles in the first four months of 2026. Sindh province recorded the highest number, with 40 fatalities, as reported by local media on Sunday. According to the renowned daily Dawn, after Sindh, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa each reported ... Read more Measles Claims 71 Lives of Children in Pakistan in First Four Months of 2026
Punjab Police withdraw Harbhajan Singhs security cover after BJP switch
Security has been reportedly withdrawn from Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, who recently switched from AAP to BJP. This move follows protests by AAP workers, who labelled the defecting MPs as 'traitors'. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann accused the BJP of attempting to destabilize AAP and betraying Punjab's mandate. The seven MPs cited ideological differences for their departure.
IPL 2026: Win Or Lose, Delhi Fans Have Just One Hero Virat Kohli
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Results may matter on the points table, but for thousands expected to pour into Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday evening, there is only one reason to be there Virat Kohli. Whether Delhi Capitals win or lose seems secondary for many supporters ahead of their high-voltage IPL clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The capital is ready to welcome home its favourite cricketing icon, with fans eager to witness Kohli in action once again on familiar turf. Delhi Capitals enter the contest after being outplayed by Punjab Kings on Saturday, but that setback is unlikely to affect the turnout. If anything, anticipation has only grown stronger with Kohlis arrival in the city. Outside the stadium and across the streets of Delhi, one emotion dominates Kohli fever. Young fans speaking ahead of the match made it clear that the evening is less about teams and more about the man who has inspired a generation. Delhi Capitals is our team, but Virat Kohli is our emotion, said one college student, proudly wearing a DC jersey. Another fan added, We just want to see him bat live. Even one cover drive from Virat is worth coming to the stadium. Such is Kohlis pull that loyalties may be divided in the stands, with blue and red jerseys mixing with chants reserved for the batting superstar. Whenever Kohli walks out to bat, the noise is expected to rise several decibels. The former RCB captain continues to command unmatched fan following wherever he plays, but Delhi remains special. It is the city where his cricketing journey began, and every return feels like a homecoming. Such is Kohlis pull that loyalties may be divided in the stands, with blue and red jerseys mixing with chants reserved for the batting superstar. Whenever Kohli walks out to bat, the noise is expected to rise several decibels. Also Read: Live Cricket Score As the sun sets over Arun Jaitley Stadium, one thing appears certain the loudest cheers may not depend on the scoreboard, but on the arrival of Virat Kohli at the crease. Article Source: IANS
'Weve got some work': Ponting flags concerns despite unbeaten PBKS run
Ricky Ponting hailed Shreyas Iyers leadership after Punjab Kings pulled off a record chase of 265 against Delhi Capitals, with Iyer anchoring the win with an unbeaten 71. He praised the strong start by Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya, calling their partnership key. Ponting said the team draws confidence from Iyers presence in chases, but added that bowling and fielding still need improvement despite the historic victory.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: The talismanic Virat Kohli will be aiming to have another memorable outing at his original home ground as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru look to extend their good showing in IPL 2026 over a struggling Delhi Capitals in a keenly awaited clash at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday evening. With Kohli requiring just 11 runs to become the first batsman in IPL history to hit the 9,000-run mark, the stage is set for him to add another chapter in his storied love affair with the iconic venue, where he averages a remarkable 66.8, including hitting seven fifties in 11 innings. Monday's contest pits two of the tournament's most in-form batters against each other. If RCB have Kohli in rip-roaring form, DC will be banking on KL Rahul to take charge with the bat again after his sensational unbeaten 152 off 67 balls against Punjab Kings - an innings that went in vain on Saturday afternoon. What will also cheer DC is that Nitish Rana has found his groove, hitting consecutive fifties. Second-placed RCB enter the match on the back of successfully chasing 206 against Gujarat Titans. All five of their wins this season have produced five different Player of the Match awardees. Their pace attack is at its efficient best, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood, who have been excellent across phases - particularly in the death overs. In terms of batting, with Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar and Tim David all in great nick, RCB's ability to increase and maintain the tempo throughout their innings has been a standout factor this season. DC, however, are a wounded side looking to regroup and with just 24 hours to recover from their defeat to Punjab Kings, the turnaround is unforgiving. The loss of Lungi Ngidi to a head injury leaves a gap in their pace department, with Dushmantha Chameera likely to come in as cover. Their seam attack has been the least effective in IPL 2026, taking just 16 wickets - the fewest for any pace unit this season. Auqib Nabi and Mukesh Kumar have recorded high economy rates, while T Natarajan, though decent in the death overs, has also been expensive. Fielding has been an equally pressing concern, with DC dropping 16 catches this season and their catch efficiency standing at 60 percent - the lowest among all teams. The spin matchup, however, promises to be pivotal, with Axar Patel - DC's captain and RCB's nemesis with 23 IPL wickets against them - likely to bowl in the powerplay, while Kuldeep Yadav adds another dimension in the middle overs. If DC are to win, they will need both Axar and Kuldeep firing on all cylinders, while hoping their batting line-up can blunt the challenge from RCB's disciplined bowlers. At a venue that has produced five 200-plus totals in nine T20s this season - with teams batting second winning seven of those - another high-scoring, riveting contest is firmly on the cards. With the league stage now in its second half, Monday's contest carries significant implications beyond the two points on offer. For DC, it is a potentially season-defining test - one that demands their batting fireworks be backed by sharper execution with the ball and in the field. For RCB, who arrive with both form and a dominant 20-13 head-to-head history over DC, another win will go a long way in further enforcing their credentials in retaining their championship title. When: Monday April 27, 7:30PM IST Where: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Squads: Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Also Read: Live Cricket Score Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (captain), Virat Kohli, Tim David, Jacob Bethell, Romario Shepherd, Josh Hazlewood, Nuwan Thushara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Rasikh Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jordan Cox, Suyash Sharma, Venkatesh Iyer, Swapnil Singh, Jacob Duffy, Kanishk Chouhan, Abhinandan Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Phil Salt, Satvik Deswal, Vicky Ostwal, and Vihaan Malhotra Article Source: IANS
Punjab Police security cover of MP and cricketer Harbhajan Singh withdrawn
Chandigarh: The Punjab Police is learnt to have withdrawn the security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, one of the seven lawmakers who switched to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) alongside Raghav Chadha, sources said. The police security cover comprising nine to 10 policemen was withdrawn on Saturday, 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 .
Ricky Ponting Praises Shreyas Iyers Leadership After PBKS Record Chase
Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting heaped praise on skipper Shreyas Iyer, calling him a great leader and backing his ability to finish games after PBKS pulled off a record-breaking chase of 265 against Delhi Capitals (DC) at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. Ponting revealed his strong belief in Iyers finishing ability, stating that the team draws confidence simply from his presence at the crease in a chase. Hes a great person. And thats the reason that I went as hard as I did in the auction. I knew he was going to be a great leader and for us to rebuild this team and rebuild this franchise, he said in a video released by IPL on X. Because one thing I know is that if hes in at the end in a run chase, were not going to lose too many games. And even tonight, I went out at the 11 12 over mark. I just grabbed hold of him and said, if youre in at the end, well win the game. And he did it again, He added. Chasing a daunting 265,PBKS rode on explosive starts from Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya before Iyer anchored the innings with a composed unbeaten 71 off 36 balls to seal victory with seven balls to spare. Ponting further highlighted Prabhsimran's partnership with Priyansh Arya, noting how their contrasting styles helped PBKS maintain control of the chase. And the partnership that he (Prabhsimran) and Priyansh have together is pretty amazing. They complement each other really well. Left hand, right hand. Both hit different parts of the ground. While praising the batting unit, Ponting acknowledged there are still areas for improvement, especially in fielding and bowling, despite the big win. Its satisfying that youve got the highest run chase, but to have the highest run chase, youve also got to concede a lot of runs. So weve got some work to do with our bowling and our fielding, and well make sure we get that right before the next game, he said. While praising the batting unit, Ponting acknowledged there are still areas for improvement, especially in fielding and bowling, despite the big win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When you become a coach, and you work with younger-type players, its nice to hear that hes saying that Im having some sort of influence on the way hes playing. But its also nice to hear that theyre listening to the things that you want to teach them. At the end of the day, Im a teacher. Im trying to teach him how to play the game better and how to bat better. Thankfully, hes listening and getting the job done, he added. Article Source: IANS
Punjab Police security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh withdrawn
Punjab Police has reportedly withdrawn the security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, who recently joined the BJP along with six other AAP lawmakers. The move comes after AAP workers protested outside the residences of Singh and other defectors, labeling them as 'traitors'.
IPL 2026: 986 runs, two 260+ chases, and the night the bowlers suffered
IPL 2026: A remarkable Saturday in T20 cricket saw record-breaking scores and successful chases. KL Rahul's 152* and a 15-year-old's century highlighted the day. Punjab Kings chased down 265, a new world record. Sunrisers Hyderabad also achieved a historic chase in Jaipur. The Orange Cap changed hands multiple times, showcasing the thrilling competition.
Ashwin rallies behind Nair after costly drops, says 'Im not making excuses'
Punjab Kings achieved a record IPL chase, but Karun Nair's fielding errors proved costly. He dropped Shreyas Iyer twice, crucial misses that allowed Iyer to score a match-winning 71. Despite the blunders, Ravichandran Ashwin defended Nair, suggesting fatigue and a sudden game entry might have contributed to his struggles.
'They Need To Be More Proactive': Braithwaite Slams DC's Powerplay Strategy Vs PBKS
Former West Indies: Former West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite believes Delhi Capitals (DC) did not show enough proactiveness with the ball in the powerplay, allowing Punjab Kings (PBKS) to stay ahead in their record-breaking chase of 265 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. Brathwaite pointed to lapses in DCs bowling plans despite having a daunting total to defend and also raised questions about the lesser use of Natarajan in the first six overs. When you bat and score 200 and a lot, you dont necessarily need to be defensive, but have a mindset that this can be scored. I saw Natarajan bowl just one over in the power play. They could have been a little bit more proactive, Braithwaite told ESPNCricinfo. Defending 264 for 2, powered by KL Rahuls unbeaten 152 and Nitish Ranas 91, DC handed four of the first five overs to Mukesh Kumar and Auqib Nabi, who conceded a combined 87 runs. Captain Axar Patel also went for 20 in his over as PBKS raced to 116 without loss in the powerplay. Brathwaite felt DC missed an opportunity to apply early pressure by not using their key bowlers upfront. Get Kuldeep on early. He may not get a wicket, but he may stem the flow of runs for an over. Natarajan took the pitch out of play. If Natarajan and Kuldeep had bowled three out of the first six overs, and PBKS had scored 65 in the powerplay, PBKS would have so much more to do, he said. Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav was introduced only in the eighth over, by which time PBKS had already surged to 127, with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya dominating the attack. The strong start ensured that when PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer came in after the openers fell in the seventh and eighth overs, the required rate remained under control. Iyer went on to anchor the chase with an unbeaten 71 off 36 balls. They did so much in the powerplay that when Shreyas came in, he could be eight off his first eight balls, Brathwaite said. That would never be possible if you need to score 19 or 20 per over, then everybody has to come in and go, he added. Brathwaite further said that defending a total in excess of 260 demands aggressive intent with the ball from the very beginning. They did so much in the powerplay that when Shreyas came in, he could be eight off his first eight balls, Brathwaite said. That would never be possible if you need to score 19 or 20 per over, then everybody has to come in and go, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score DCs troubles were compounded in the field as Karun Nair dropped Iyer twice late in the innings, misses that proved costly as PBKS completed the highest successful chase in IPL history with seven balls to spare. Article Source: IANS
Punjab Government Withdraws Security from Harbhajan Singh Amid Political Turmoil
Jalandhar, April 26: The Punjab government has withdrawn security for former Indian cricket star and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh. His personal assistant confirmed this decision today. Mandeep Singh, Harbhajans PA, stated that the government has removed the security personnel stationed outside the cricketers residence in Jalandhar. Harbhajan Singh was nominated to the Rajya Sabha ... Read more Punjab Government Withdraws Security from Harbhajan Singh Amid Political Turmoil
From Bengal to Punjab: Amit Shah sets sights on border States drug crisis
Top sources in the BJP have told The Hindu that Mr. Shah will be visiting the State as often as once a month, through the year and to each district
Don't Think We Will Win: Delhi Capitals Official Refuses To Spare Players After Haunting Defeat
Delhi Capitals went down by six wickets to Punjab Kings even after piling up 264 for 2, slumping to their fourth loss of the season.
Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwals new home under fire for using private money
After he was forced out of Sheesh Mahal by Dhurandhar voters of Delhi, he shifted to Punjab, where he grabbed a bungalow, and now he has prepared Sheesh Mahal 2 at Lodhi Estate, Verma said
IPL 2026: Standings and Player Caps After RR vs SRH Match
New Delhi, April 26: In IPL 2026, two exciting matches took place on Sunday. The first match featured Delhi Capitals (DC) against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at 3:30 PM, followed by Rajasthan Royals (RR) facing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at 7:30 PM in Jaipur. In the first match, Punjab Kings successfully chased a record target of 265 ... Read more IPL 2026: Standings and Player Caps After RR vs SRH Match
Preity Zinta punches Arya, batters reaction goes viral Watch
Punjab Kings pulled off a record chase against Delhi Capitals, but a playful moment stole the show as Preity Zinta jokingly punched Priyansh Arya, whose reaction went viral. Ravi Shastri quipped, Oh, that was a good punch. Earlier, KL Rahuls 152 powered DC to 264/2, but Punjab responded strongly, with Prabhsimran, Arya, and Shreyas Iyer leading a stunning chase to stay unbeaten.
PBKS script record chase against DC to stay unbeaten
INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | IPL 2026 HAS SEEN 21% FEWER SPIN OVERS THAN 2025 MATCHES TODAY CSK VS GT AT 3:30 PM | LSG VS KKR AT 7:30 PM New Delhi, April 25: Punjab Kings rewrote the T20 record books with a breathtaking batting blitz, pulling off the highest-ever successful chase in the formats []
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is seeking a meeting with President Murmu to recall seven Rajya Sabha MPs who defected from AAP. A minister questioned the authenticity of two signatures on the defection letter, suggesting a potential forgery. The party argues these defections betray the mandate and undermine democracy, seeking a constitutional precedent for removal.
'Dear cricket, give me one more chance': Karun Nair's old post resurfaces
Karun Nair endured a tough night as Delhi Capitals lost to Punjab Kings, who chased a record 265. Nair dropped Shreyas Iyer twice, allowing him to score 71 and seal the win. The moment went viral, with fans resurfacing Nairs old Dear cricket post. Visibly shaken, the 34-year-olds struggles highlighted both the cost of missed chances and his ongoing journey of resilience.
When memories come in swarms, emotions flow like cascade
It was a cascading flow of emotions built around cherished memories, both sweet-n-sour spanning decades. Memories were coming in swarms as a towering persona in the realm of broadcasting, literature and cultural activism across the country and even abroad, Dr Rafeeq Masoodi was delineating self and his illustrious literary journey. Sopore, known for its vibrant political history, dominated the discourses, yet pleasantly only for its literary connection as Dr Masoodi traced his (literary) journey from his native place, i.e., serene Dangiwacha of Rafiabad, to his prestigious alma mater JNU and then across the length and breadth of the country. Friendly banters among old pals, colleagues amused the gathering bound by delicate literary thread in the programme organised by Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) on its former Secretary Dr Rafeeq Masoodi under the series Meet the Eminent at Abhinav Theatre on Saturday. The event, focused on Dr Masoodi, a retired officer of the Indian Broadcasting Service (IBS), titled Main Aur Meri Sahityik Yatra (Me and My Literary Journey) witnessed the participation of eminent literary personalities, scholars and enthusiasts. For the illustrious audience also, it was an interesting sojourn to explore different facets of former Additional Director General of Doordarshan (Dr Masoodi) as a poet, writer, administrator, philanthropist and above all a witty human being. Earlier, at the outset, Secretary JKAACL, Harvinder Kaur, formally welcomed the distinguished guests and participants. In her address, she elaborated on the Academys sustained efforts to nurture literary culture, promote meaningful dialogue and provide a vibrant platform for writers and scholars. She particularly underscored the importance of documenting and celebrating the literary journeys of distinguished personalities like Dr Masoodi, whose contributions enriched the cultural and intellectual landscape of Jammu and Kashmir. The recorded messages of Principal Secretary Culture Brij Mohan Sharma and the former Principal Secretary Suresh Gupta eulogising the contribution of Dr Masoodi towards the expansion of JKAACL and growth of culture and literature in J&K during his (Dr Masoodis) tenure (in various capacities) too were played during the event. Notably, Dr Masoodi is the patron of Adbi Markaz Kamraz, the literary and linguistic organisation in J&K, also. In his keynote address, Dr Agnishekhar presented a deeply engaging and reflective discourse about his pal (Dr Masoodi). He fondly recalled his early association with Dr Masoodi, sharing personal anecdotes that highlighted his intellectual depth, literary sensibilities and administrative acumen. Our association dates back to the days in Government Degree College (GDC) Sopore in 1971 or 72 when Rafeeq (Dr Masoodi) joined Hindi classes in PUC at the insistence of Prof Ghulam Rasool Bacha. Prof Bacha had entrusted the responsibility of teaching him Hindi to me and our other friend Vinod Chadha. To everyones bewilderment, he (Rafeeq) cleared Hindi exams too while a Pandit student failed. It was Rafiqs perseverance which worked in his favour, Dr Agnishekhar reminisced. For many among the audience, the transition of Kuldeep Sumbli to the litterateur Dr Agnishekhar (pen-name) was also a revelation amid the cascading flow of memories. Another interesting nugget in the literary discourse was how Rafeeq was given the pen-name of Rafeeq Das following the analogy of Surdas, Kabir Das etc. Most significant aspect of Rafeeq, who has carved his niche as a multi-dimensional personality, is genial nature devoid of any ego, Dr Agnishekhar asserted, while recalling many cherished moments. His speech eloquently portrayed Dr Masoodi as a creative writer and a dedicated public servant, whose works reflected both sensitivity and social commitment. On the occasion, Nisar Azam presented a comprehensive and well-researched paper on Dr Masoodis literary oeuvre, with specific focus on his poetry in Kashmiri. He critically examined the thematic richness, stylistic nuances and socio-cultural relevance of his poetry, drawing appreciation from the audience for his scholarly insight and analytical depth. Dr Masoodi with his simplicity weaved in poetry compels the readers to pause and reflect upon the deep sensibilities. The most significant aspect of his poetry is that he introduces Maun (silence) evocatively and in the most eloquent manner, Nisar Azam stated. In his address, Dr Rafeeq Masoodi shared an illuminating account of his literary journey, interwoven with experiences from his public service. He fondly recalled his childhood friends Prem Nath Prem and Chaman Lal and Sopore college days where he was literally dragged out of his class by Prof Bacha to make him study Hindi, though against his (Rafeeqs) wish. Prof Bachas assertion was he wanted to repay what my father invested in him, Dr Masoodi reminisced. He profusely quoted incidents, cherished moments related to Dr Agnishekhar (then Kuldeep Sumbli), Vinod Chadha, Vijay Mohini Kaul who taught them, eminent broadcaster Shanta Kaul, Shehnaz Rashid, Aziz Hajini among others. Prof Bacha, renowned linguist Dr Namvar Singh and geographer of international repute Prof Moonis Raza shaped me into what Im today. They chiselled my persona, Dr Masoodi poignantly remembered, while sharing a treasure of memories. While reciting nuggets of poetry, he also remembered his father, mother and wife. Dr Masoodi spoke about the evolving literary environment, the challenges faced by contemporary writers, and the pressing need to preserve linguistic and cultural diversity. He emphasised that institutions like the Academy could play a pivotal role in fostering creativity, encouraging young writers and safeguarding the regions literary heritage. Dr Masoodi did not show any inhibition in mentioning the vigilance case filed against him as he disclosed that facts would find a glimpse in his upcoming book Tainted Me. The programme was presided over by prominent (bureaucrat-turned) Punjabi and Urdu litterateur Khalid Hussain, who, in his presidential remarks, highlighted the transformative power of literature in shaping societal values and fostering critical thinking. He remarked that such programmes served as vital forums for intellectual exchange and cultural continuity. A significant observation in Khalid Hussains engaging discourse was that while post-partition literature depicted shared pain, agony with humanistic approach and satire, post-90 literature bordered on divisive narrative. Politics of hatred never serves any purpose, he said, while sharing poignant moments from his personal life related to his son. The occasion also marked the release of Dogri translation of Dr Masoodis book My Pain, My Affliction. Among the distinguished attendees were prominent litterateurs Dr Jitendra Udhampuri, Prof (Dr) Lalit Magotra, Professor Rajkumar, Dr Naseeb Singh Manhas, Baljeet Singh Raina, Sonali Arun Gupta, Additional Secretary, JKAACL and Dr Javaid Rahi, Chief Editor, Gojri whose presence added to the significance of the occasion. Dr Jitendra Udhampuri, Prof Lalit Magotra, Dr Nasib Singh Manhas and Dr Javaid Rahi in their brief addresses acknowledged the significant contribution of Dr Masoodi as a litterateur and an administrator. The proceedings were efficiently conducted by Dr Chanchal Sharma, ensuring smooth flow and engagement throughout the event. The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks presented by Lal Chand, who expressed gratitude to all participants, speakers and the audience for making the event a meaningful and memorable literary gathering.
Preity Zinta 'Punches' Priyansh Arya After Punjab Kings' Historic Win, Ravi Shastri Reacts
Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings scripted history with their six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Saturday.
Preity Zinta 'Punches' Priyansh After PBKS' Historic Win, Shastri Reacts
Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings scripted history with their six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Saturday.
U 14 NSG Sepaktakraw Manipur boys and girls in regu quarterfinals
State boys and girls are in the quarterfinals of the regu competition of the 69th National School Games Sepaktakraw being hosted by Telangana at Mahabubabad Both the boys and girls reached the quarterfinals as group league winners In the boys competition, Manipur defeated Uttar Pradesh 15 4, 15 6 and Telangana 15 7, 15 6 in straight sets to book their quarterfinal ticket They will play Delhi tomorrow for a place in the semi finals State girls also pulled off a similar feat to beat Uttar Pradesh 15 3, 15 12 and Telangana 15 9, 15 5 and set up a quarterfinal date with Punjab Source The Sangai Express
Heat wave intensifies in Haryana & Punjab, Faridkot at 45C
Punjab excise inspector found dead in car in Sirsa
AAPs Crisis Deepens as Raghav Chadha and Six MPs Leave the Party
New Delhi, April 26: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva accused Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of theatrics. This came after seven MPs, including Raghav Chadha, announced their departure from the party. Sachdeva claimed they were pressuring these MPs by discussing a non-existent Right to Recall. He ... Read more AAPs Crisis Deepens as Raghav Chadha and Six MPs Leave the Party
'Lawrence of Punjab' docu-series: Congress leader Randhawa gets threat message
In the threat message, the names of other persons including Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia, DGP Gaurav Yadav, Balkaur Singh, father of slain singer Sidhu Moosewala were also mentioned
IPL 2026: 'Dropped Catches Cost Us The Game,' Says Parag After RR Lost To SRH
Indian Premier League: Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Riyan Parag admitted that dropped chances proved costly as his side went down to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by five wickets in Match 36 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday. Reflecting on the defeat, Parag said that while the team executed well in patches, lapses in the field hurt them badly. Skill-wise, we executed pretty nicely. But we dropped catches. Quality players like Abhishek can't be dropped. That will be a sight to behold. It is one part of the game. We have to be clinical, and fielding plays a major part, he said after the match. After being asked to bat first, Rajasthan Royals posted a strong 228/6, riding on a sensational 103 off 37 balls by young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and a quickfire 51 from Dhruv Jurel. Late contributions from Donovan Ferreira and Shimron Hetmyer pushed the total past the 220-mark, putting RR in a commanding position at the innings break. However, SRH chased down the target comfortably with nine balls to spare, thanks to a blistering 74 off 31 balls from Ishan Kishan and a rapid 57 from Abhishek Sharma, who shared a match-defining 132-run partnership. Parag also felt that RR fell slightly short with the bat despite the big total. We left like 10-15 on the table, to be honest. They bowled well in the 18th and 19th over, executed the yorkers. We would have liked 10-15 more runs, he admitted. Speaking about his bowling decisions, Parag explained the reasoning behind turning to part-time options in the middle overs. They were two lefties, and I thought Don and I had a better chance of getting a wicket. The wicket was not spin-friendly. It didnt really go to plan, but I would do the same thing next time as well, he said. Parag also felt that RR fell slightly short with the bat despite the big total. We left like 10-15 on the table, to be honest. They bowled well in the 18th and 19th over, executed the yorkers. We would have liked 10-15 more runs, he admitted. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, after this defeat, RR have moved down to the fourth position in the points table with 10 points in 8 matches. They will next face the Punjab Kings (PBKS) on April 28. Article Source: IANS
Updated IPL 2026 Points Table: Unbeaten Punjab Kings Retain Top Spot, SRH Gain One Position
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 103 was eclipsed by a collective batting effort by Sunrisers Hyderabad as the visitors etched a commanding five-wicket win on Saturday.
Raghav Chadha revolt jolts AAP, raises questions on Kejriwals leadership and partys future
Raghav Chadha's move with six other MPs to the BJP shakes the Aam Aadmi Party. This defection questions Arvind Kejriwal's leadership and the party's strength. The shift impacts Punjab's power dynamics, AAP's only governing state. The party faces a critical test to rebuild and reinvent itself for future elections.
KL Rahul smashes historic 152, Athiya Shetty reacts with ufff on social media
Athiya Shetty cheered for KL Rahul after his unbeaten 152 against Punjab Kings, sharing excited reactions online as his record-breaking IPL innings earned widespread praise from fans and the cricketing world
Mehbooba seeks support to take people out of 'uncertainty, distress, tribulations'
Anantnag, Apr 25: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday urged people to bring Kashmir out of uncertainty, distress and tribulations, while accusing the National Conference (NC)-led government of having failed on every front. Addressing a workers convention here, the former chief minister invoked the PDPs 2002 rise to power under her father Mufti Mohammad Sayeed. In 2002, you pledged to change the atmosphere of uncertainty and gave my father only 16 seats and saw the results yourself. In only three years of his Chief Ministership, people got rid of repression, and all issues were addressed -from unemployment to opening of bus service and trade to Muzaffarabad to launching of schemes helping the apple industry grow, including market intervention, cold storage and high-density, she said. Contrasting that period with the Farooq Abdullah-led government (19962002), Mehbooba alleged that despite 67 seats, there was more repression and even a ban on government jobs. Even with Article 370 then, what did he do except securing a ministry for his son, Omar Abdullah, in the BJP-led government at the Centre? she asked. Targeting the present dispensation led by Omar Abdullah, she said, You again gave them 50 seats. It has been one and a half years - this government has failed on every front. Youth is in depression due to unemployment. Daily wagers are waiting to be regularised. She urged party workers to give space to young candidates in upcoming Panchayat and urban local body elections. Bring forward sincere and committed youth. Only they can understand the pain of fellow youth, she said. Criticising the NC for sabotaging PDPs people-friendly measures, Mehbooba referred to a bill aimed at regularising eight Marlas of state land for poor families. We wanted to regularise the eight Marlas of state land where the poor have built houses and are living there for decades, but NC termed it a bill for land grabbers while BJP called it a land jihad bill, she said. NC brought a bill for hoteliers, which is good. But what about poor people? Hoteliers can go to courts - where will the poor go? She alleged that the NC would regularise a few daily wagers, mostly their own, when elections are near and then seek votes on that. Our bill to create more districts like Handwara and Uri was also not allowed to pass. We created new districts in our tenure and will do so again, once we get a chance, to ease sufferings of people, she said. Mehbooba also recalled that her father secured land from the Armys Victor Force in Awantipora for the construction of AIIMS and for Kashmir Universitys south campus at Anantnag in 2004. Union Territory or state, it depends on who is leading you and what is his will, she said. Calling for organisational strengthening, she asked party workers to work hard to reach out to people and be resilient like the people of Iran, referring to past struggles, including when Jammu and Kashmirs special status was abrogated in 2019. She also criticised Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for not condemning alleged US and Israeli actions against Iran. The Punjab Assembly passed a resolution condemning the attack on Iran, but our assembly couldnt, she said. On law and order, Mehbooba condemned the booking of six Sopore youths under the Public Safety Act (PSA) following protests over an alleged molestation of a schoolgirl by a teacher. We cant justify stone pelting and vandalism. But what will become of their lives? Filing FIRs means they will face difficulty in getting jobs and passport verification, she said, adding that during her tenure she revoked FIRs of around 12,000 youth and ensured minimum use of PSA. Yes, bullets and pellets were fired when youth attacked army camps and torched police stations. God forbid, had I booked people under PSA, thousands would have been in misery today. Look at those ruling today, she said. Separately, PDP leader Iltija Mufti told reporters that the NC-led government didnt go for rationalisation of reservation and removed Urdu from revenue records. The government failed to provide jobs or regularise daily wagers and is blaming the Lieutenant Governor (LG) for wrong decisions, she said. Our party is going through a tough time and we urge workers to stand with the party, she added. Senior PDP leaders, including Abdul Rehman Veeri, Abdul Gafar Sofi, Mehboob Beg, Peer Mansoor, Muhamad Ashraf Malik, Dilawar Mir, Javed Ahmad Sheikh, Farooq Andrabi, Gulzar Ahmad Wani, Shabir Siddiqi and Choudhary Talib Hussain, were present.
Delhi Capitals Director Reflects on Loss to Punjab Kings in IPL 2026
New Delhi, April 25: Delhi Capitals cricket director, Venugopal Rao, acknowledged that dropped catches and poor bowling led to their six-wicket defeat against Punjab Kings in the 35th match of IPL 2026. Rao praised KL Rahul for his unbeaten 152 runs and expressed hopes for improved performances from the bowlers in upcoming matches. At Arun ... Read more Delhi Capitals Director Reflects on Loss to Punjab Kings in IPL 2026
AAP to write to RS Chairman demanding disqualification of MPs who crossed over to BJP
Punjab CM seeks time from President, wants recall of MPs.
Survival, Legal Fight, Punjab Battle: What's Next for AAP After MP Exodus
The AAP has said it will seek the disqualification of the seven MPs and take the legal route if there is a delay.
Nothing Serious: DC's Director Of Cricket On Lungi Ngidi's Injury
Delhi Capitals Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao said pacer Lungi Ngidi's head injury sustained during the IPL clash against Punjab Kings was ot serious.
Nothing Serious: Delhi Capitals Director Of Cricket Venugopal Rao On Lungi Ngidi's Injury
Delhi Capitals Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao said pacer Lungi Ngidi's head injury sustained during the IPL clash against Punjab Kings was ot serious.
Sukhbir Badal rebuilds SAD quietly in Punjab
Sukhbir Badal is actively working to strengthen the Akali Dal for upcoming Punjab elections. He is focusing on direct interactions and small gatherings rather than large rallies. The party has seen a positive response from people following their flood relief efforts. An alliance with the BJP is also being considered.
After Virat Kohli, If Anyone Deserves Chase Master Tag, It's Shreyas Iyer: Ex-India Star
Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer continued his incredible chasing record during his side's IPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals.
IPL 2026: If We Drop Catches, We Cannot Defend, Need To Improve Fielding And Bowling, Says Rao
Cricket Venugopal Rao: Delhi Capitals (DC) Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao admitted that dropped catches and poor bowling cost his side dearly in their high-scoring six-wicket defeat to Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. At the same time, he praised KL Rahuls unbeaten 152, while stressing on the need to adapt better in future matches. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, DC posted 264/2, but Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh hitting 116 runs in the powerplay along with captain Shreyas Iyer hitting a composed 71 not out off 36 balls helped PBKS chase down 265 with seven balls to spare. Apart from giving Prabhsimran a life early on, Iyer was also given reprieves twice by Karun Nair in a span of five balls at the fag end, which also played a big part in DC suffering its fourth IPL defeat. Yes, I can say that not 2, we dropped almost 6 catches today. See, when you are dropping batters at a crucial time, I do not think we will win these kinds of matches. Chances to players like Prabhsimran, Priyansh Arya and Shreyas, we need to take those. If we drop catches, we cannot defend, Rao said at the post-match press conference. Reflecting on the failed defense, Rao first credited KL for taking the side to a gigantic total. See, after scoring and putting a target of 264, still we could not defend. First of all, credit goes to KL, the way he handled it. Nobody knows how the pitch behaved, but he kept on striking the ball well. The way he played till the last over, hats off. He continued his form. More importantly, in this format, you cannot relax. He took responsibility as a senior player and you saw the difference this year in what he can bring. I am happy for him. We could not get the win, but we will come back strong in the next match. On areas of improvement, especially DC set to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Monday, Rao said, We will see. Next game when we come, we will answer. There are a lot of positives. But the areas to improve are powerplay bowling and catching. He continued his form. More importantly, in this format, you cannot relax. He took responsibility as a senior player and you saw the difference this year in what he can bring. I am happy for him. We could not get the win, but we will come back strong in the next match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score On Ranji Trophys leading wicket-taker Auqib Nabi yet to leave an impact in the IPL, Rao remarked, Auqib Nabi did well in red-ball cricket. This is his first IPL, it happens to everyone. He will gain experience. We need to back him. It is difficult to get fast bowlers in India and he has done well. He will learn. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: DCs Venugopal Rao Says Ngidi Injury not Serious, Chahal Hopes For Quick Recovery
Cricket Venugopal Rao: Delhi Capitals (DC) Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao said pacer Lungi Ngidis head injury sustained during the IPL clash against Punjab Kings was not serious, even as the South African was taken to Max Hospital in Karol Bagh for tests after being taken off the field in an ambulance. In the third over of Punjab Kings chase, Ngidi fell backwards while trying to catch Priyansh Arya at mid-off, banging his head hard into the turf. He clutched his head immediately and lay on the ground as medical staff rushed in. Play was halted for 15 minutes before Ngidi was stretchered into an ambulance, amidst players, coaches and medical staff having tense expressions. Still, I think it is not serious. He is still in the hospital. We will update, but nothing serious, Rao said after the game ended. On the confusion around concussion substitution, where Dushmantha Chameera was named first and later replaced by Vipraj Nigam, Rao clarified, Only four overseas players are allowed. There is a rule. We cannot take a fifth overseas player. Simple. He stressed that player safety remained paramount, even as Ngidis absence meant DC couldnt defend 264/2. First of all, player safety is always important. Whatever happens, we play this game, but safety comes first. When we see this kind of scoreboard, we missed his 24 balls, four overs, it makes a difference. We hope Lungi Ngidi recovers fast and comes back. I cannot comment on more right now. Punjab Kings leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal also expressed concern and hoped for a speedy recovery for Ngidi. That time I was sitting upstairs. Definitely, it feels bad if someone has an injury, especially, head injuries are always very dangerous. Hopefully, he will get well soon because even yesterday, I think, a net bowler got hit by a ball and was taken to hospital. So, whenever these things happen, obviously, everyone feels bad. We just want him to get well soon and come back to the ground, Chahal said. Punjab Kings leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal also expressed concern and hoped for a speedy recovery for Ngidi. That time I was sitting upstairs. Definitely, it feels bad if someone has an injury, especially, head injuries are always very dangerous. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals had posted 264/2 on the back of KL Rahuls unbeaten 152, but Punjab Kings chased it down with seven balls to spare, registering the highest successful chase in IPL history. Article Source: IANS
AAP Seeks Action Against Defecting MPs, Defectors Hit Back
Six of the seven Rajya Sabha members who quit the AAP come from Punjab.
Running out of words...: PBKS skipper Iyer awestruck after team chases record-breaking 265 vs DC
Punjab Kings secured a historic victory by chasing down 265 runs against Delhi Capitals. KL Rahul's remarkable 152 not out was a highlight of the match. The team focused on a strong powerplay to achieve the massive target. This win extends Punjab Kings' unbeaten streak in the tournament.
'Lawrence of Punjab' docu-series: Cong leader Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa gets threat message
Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa has received a threat from the Lawrence Bishnoi group. This follows his opposition to the docu-series 'Lawrence of Punjab'. The message also named other prominent figures. The Union ministry advised ZEE5 against releasing the series due to public order concerns. Punjab Police had also urged the Centre to intervene.
Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer continued his incredible chasing record during his side's IPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals.
Lungi Ngidi injury: Why DC picked Vipraj over Chameera as concussion substitute
Ngidi suffered a head injury while trying to take a catch of Punjab Kings opener Priyansh Arya at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday and had to be taken off the field in an ambulance before being shifted to hospital.
Punjab CMs Meeting with President Labeled Political Drama by Akali Dal
Chandigarh, April 25: The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has criticized Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns decision to meet with the President, calling it a political drama. Mann aims to request the recall of Rajya Sabha MPs who recently defected to the BJP. The Akali Dal reminded the Chief Minister that the authority to act against ... Read more Punjab CMs Meeting with President Labeled Political Drama by Akali Dal
Update on Lungi Ngidis Condition After Injury
New Delhi, April 25: Delhi Capitals have provided a significant update regarding Lungi Ngidis injury. Ngidi sustained a serious head injury while attempting to catch a ball during the 35th match of IPL 2026 against Punjab Kings, leading to his immediate transfer to a hospital. In a statement on their social media account X, Delhi ... Read more Update on Lungi Ngidis Condition After Injury
Xavier Bartlett conceded 69 runs in his quota of four overs while taking a crucial wicket of Nitish Rana.
While Prabhsimran Singh: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer said his teams mindset during the high-scoring IPL clash was simple - to score one more run than the Delhi Capitals and get a victory, while praising KL Rahuls innings and the openers blazing start. Iyers words come after PBKS hunted down a record 265 with seven balls to spare. While Prabhsimran Singh top-scored with 76, Iyer himself made 71 not out to ensure PBKS maintained their unbeaten run in the competition. It also meant that Rahuls majestic 152 not out the highest score by an Indian batter in the IPL went in vain. In my mind, I was just saying that whatever they get from here on, I think we just have to score one more run and ensure we become victorious. And that was the mindset, nothing more, honestly speaking, because whatever balls the bowlers were bowling at that particular time, I think he was improvising and he (Rahul) was playing beautiful shots. So it didn't look like he was trying really hard. I just said to myself that if they can, we can too. We discussed that in the previous games, we chased around 220225 with two overs left. So the mindset was very much similar. Get as many runs as possible in the powerplay and they just went bonkers from ball one and steadied the ship for us. And the rest of us, we just wanted to capitalise on the start, Iyer said after the match ended. Asked about his thoughts on Rahuls knock, Iyer said, I'm running out of words, honestly speaking, because first of all, it was scorching hot to come out there and see bowlers getting hit for fours and sixes, you kind of lose your mindset. You don't know what to do in such a situation, but I know how the wicket was. We were actually presuming the wicket would turn, but there wasn't much turn to offer. Probably after the powerplay, when Yuzi (Chahal) came in to bowl, the ball was holding a bit, but wasn't creating much of an impact. Kudos to KL (Rahul). The way he played was fabulous and pleasing to the eye, he said. Talking about PBKS being listless in bowling and fielding, Iyer said, Right now, we just want to have as much fun as possible and relax because we had three days of hard work, practicing in the heat and playing in the heat. So, relax a bit and then the day after, we'll rejuvenate and probably go back to the drawing board to see how we can come back stronger and plan successfully regarding the opponents we'll be playing in the future. Opener Priyansh Arya, who hit 43 off 17 balls and blasted 116 runs in power-play alongside Prabhsimran, said the duo had a clear plan to make as many runs as possible. We were talking among ourselves that if we try to score 80 in the first six overs, then we can easily make 100 runs if we bat smartly. That was the thing working for us. The pitch was very good. I had belief that we could chase it. So, relax a bit and then the day after, we'll rejuvenate and probably go back to the drawing board to see how we can come back stronger and plan successfully regarding the opponents we'll be playing in the future. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ricky Ponting said that if we play our best game, we can chase it comfortably. And we are the best team till now in the Indian Premier League. So if we play our best game, we can chase it. Just keep self-belief, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Runs rack up, catches go down, records tumble and Shreyas Iyer-led PBKS remain unbeaten
Dropped catches significantly impacted a high-scoring Indian Premier League match. Delhi Capitals' Karun Nair missed chances off Shreyas Iyer, who went on to score heavily. Punjab Kings' Shashank Singh also dropped KL Rahul, who registered a record-breaking score. These missed opportunities allowed batters to capitalize, contributing to a massive run chase and ultimately influencing the game's outcome.
Axar Patel: 'We deserved to lose'
The DC captain said that missing crucial chances and epeating the same mistakes cost them against Punjab Kings
Axar Patel's brutal verdict: 'We deserved to lose' after horror show
Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel expressed frustration after his team's fielding lapses, including dropped catches, led to a defeat despite posting a massive 264/2. Shreyas Iyer, surviving two dropped chances, guided Punjab Kings to a six-wicket victory, highlighting the need for the team to seize crucial moments and back their bowlers.
IPL 2026: Rahuls Unbeaten 152 In Vain As PBKS Complete Record Chase, Beat DC By Six Wickets (Ld)
Arun Jaitley Stadium: On a sweltering 41-degree day, 529 runs were plundered in 38.5 overs in a keenly awaited IPL 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. In a match that yet again defined the modern-day scoring rate in T20 cricket, Punjab Kings scripted history by successfully upstaging their previous record to chase down 265 and defeat Delhi Capitals by six wickets. It was a day when records fell like ninepins, starting from a monumental, unbeaten 152 off 67 balls hit by KL Rahul - the highest score by an Indian batter in the IPL and mens T20 cricket. Rahuls innings was a blend of technical elegance and sheer boundary hitting, as he became only the third player in IPL history, after Chris Gayle and Brendon McCullum, to get a score above 150. Though Rahuls efforts and Nitish Ranas 91 off 44 balls, with the duo sharing a mammoth 220-run stand, took DC to 264/2, it was ultimately overshadowed by a collective display of breathless and ruthless batting from table-toppers PBKS. Chasing a gigantic 265, PBKS batters displayed breathtaking audacity, something which has been their trademark in the competition, to hunt down the total with seven balls to spare. The foundation of the record-breaking chase was a ferocious powerplay, where Prabhsimran (76 off 26 balls, nine fours and five sixes) and Priyansh Arya (43 off 17 balls) plundered 116 runs. Despite a brief middle-order wobble caused by Kuldeep Yadav, captain Shreyas Iyer anchored the finish with a composed, unbeaten 71 off 36 balls, studded with three fours and six sixes. Iyer was dropped twice by Karun Nair at the fag end and was well-supported by Shashank Singh (19 not out) as the table-toppers got over the line with clinical ease to prove that no target is safe in the current T20 cricket era. Pathum Nissanka got the scoreboard moving for DC with a flicked boundary off Arshdeep Singh, while Rahul kickstarted his innings by dispatching Xavier Bartlett through a drive and flick. Arshdeep provided a breakthrough in the third over as Nissanka top-edged a pull to the wicketkeeper. However, the setback did little to slow DC's momentum as Rahul finished the over with a massive pulled six. With Rana hitting four boundaries in his first ten balls, Rahul continued his aggressive approach, pulling Vyshak Vijaykumar and Marco Jansen for six and four. DC ended the powerplay at 68/1, their highest score in this phase in IPL 2026. After launching Yuzvendra Chahal over long-on for a maximum, Rahul reached his fifty in 26 deliveries. Rana shifted gears in sensational fashion to bring up his fifty off 29 balls with back-to-back scooped boundaries off Bartlett. Rahul showed no mercy, dismantling Arshdeep for three fours and a six, while showcasing a range of shots that left the PBKS fielders as mere spectators. He reached his century in 47 balls by punching Jansen down the ground and brought out his trademark celebrations. Rahul showed no signs of slowing down, carting Vyshak for three sixes and a boundary in a 24-run over. Rana survived a scare in the 17th over when Marcus Stoinis completed a sliding catch, but the third umpire ruled the boot had made contact with the boundary rope, resulting in a six. Rana eventually fell for 91, as Iyer took a stunning one-handed catch at extra cover. Rahul then scooped and upper-cut to go past 150, as DC put PBKS on the path of what appeared to be an insurmountable total. Arya launched the chase in style by smashing the first ball from Auqib Nabi over mid-wicket for six - his second such feat in the IPL and joined Yashasvi Jaiswal in this rare club. When Nabi pitched it too short, Prabhsimran pulled him for a six, as 15 runs came off the opening over. After Nabi put down a chance of Prabhsimran at backward point, Arya whipped a full toss for six, while Prabhsimran punished loose deliveries to get a four and six. The chase, however, was momentarily overshadowed by a serious head injury to DC pacer Lungi Ngidi in the third over. Attempting a difficult backtracking catch after Arya mistimed off Axar Patel, Ngidi landed heavily on his head and had to be stretchered off the field in an ambulance, amid silent and concerned faces in both teams and fans inside the stadium. Once play resumed, PBKSs aggression reached a fever pitch. Priyansh hammered Axar for successive sixes, and was followed by him and Prabhsimran taking 27 runs off Nabi in the fourth over, including three sixes hit by the latter. The Powerplay concluded with Mukesh being decimated for six consecutive fours by a rampant Prabhsimran, who reached his fifty in 18 balls, as 24 runs came off it for PBKS to sign off with 116/0. Some respite came for DC when Arya holed out to deep midwicket for 43 off 17 balls. Kuldeep Yadav turned the tide for DC - trapping Prabhsimran lbw before castling Cooper Connolly with a googly. Despite the double blows, Shreyas Iyer and Nehal Wadhera hit five boundaries between themselves from overs 11-15 to keep the asking rate in check. Priyansh hammered Axar for successive sixes, and was followed by him and Prabhsimran taking 27 runs off Nabi in the fourth over, including three sixes hit by the latter. The Powerplay concluded with Mukesh being decimated for six consecutive fours by a rampant Prabhsimran, who reached his fifty in 18 balls, as 24 runs came off it for PBKS to sign off with 116/0. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Delhi Capitals 264/2 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 152 not out, Nitish Rana 91; Arshdeep Singh 1-49, Xavier Bartlett 1-69) lost to Punjab Kings 265/4 in 18.5 overs (Prabhsimran Singh 76, Shreyas Iyer 71 not out; Kuldeep Yadav 2-46, Vipraj Nigam 1-24) by six wickets. Article Source: IANS
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