Discover the Unique Shree Krishna Temple Carved from a Single Rock
Chittorgarh, May 10: In India, there are many remarkable temples dedicated to Lord Krishna, each with fascinating stories and architecture. One such temple is located in the historic city of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. Known for its unique structure, this temple is entirely carved from a single large rock and is called the Sanwaliya Ji Temple, dedicated ... Read more Discover the Unique Shree Krishna Temple Carved from a Single Rock
Unique Temple Carved from a Single Rock in Rajasthan
Chittorgarh, May 10: In India, there are numerous remarkable temples dedicated to Lord Krishna, each with its own fascinating story and architecture. One such temple, renowned for its unique structure, is located in the historic city of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. This temple, known as the Sanwaliya Ji Temple, is entirely carved from a single large rock. ... Read more Unique Temple Carved from a Single Rock in Rajasthan
IPL 2026: CSKs Urvil Patel Lights Up Chepauk With Joint Fastest Fifty In Tournaments History
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings top-order batter Urvil Patel produced a breathtaking display of power-hitting by smashing a half-century off just 13 balls to equal the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history during the ongoing clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday. Through his knock of 65 off 23 balls, laced with two fours and eight sixes at a strike-rate of 282.6, Urvil matched Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who had achieved the milestone in 13 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2023 season. The right-hander was unstoppable from the outset and sent the Chepauk crowd into a frenzy, as he also set a new record for the fastest fifty ever hit by a CSK batter in the IPL. Urvil has also become the first batter in IPLs history to smash six sixes within the first eight balls of an innings. Coming in to bat after Sanju Samsons dismissal, Urvil quickly launched Avesh Khan for three sixes in the fifth over, before smacking Digvesh Rathi for three maximums and a four. The highlight of his stay at the crease came when Patel, on 48 off 11 balls, launched Mohammed Shami for his seventh maximum highlighting that most of his big hits came on the back of picking the length of bad deliveries early, ferocious bat speed, and sheer power. Urvil has also become the first batter in IPLs history to smash six sixes within the first eight balls of an innings. Coming in to bat after Sanju Samsons dismissal, Urvil quickly launched Avesh Khan for three sixes in the fifth over, before smacking Digvesh Rathi for three maximums and a four. Also Read: Live Cricket Score His explosive start also helped CSK reclaim the record for the highest powerplay score at Chepauk via 97/1, surpassing LSGs 91 earlier in the day. Though Urvils blitzkrieg was brought to an end by a slower delivery from Shahbaz Ahmed in the tenth over, he has set the tone for a memorable evening for CSK at Chepauk. Article Source: IANS
Rajasthan CM Congratulates BJP National President After Historic Wins in West Bengal and Assam
New Delhi, May 10: Following the resounding victories of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the West Bengal and Assam assembly elections, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma met with the partys National President Nitin Naveen in New Delhi on Sunday to extend his congratulations. In a post on social media, CM Sharma expressed his heartfelt ... Read more Rajasthan CM Congratulates BJP National President After Historic Wins in West Bengal and Assam
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has confirmed that alleged irregularities linked to NEET UG 2026 are under investigation after inputs on suspected malpractice were shared with central agencies. The statement follows action by the Rajasthan SOG. NTA said the May 3 examination was conducted under strict security measures, including biometric checks, AI surveillance, GPS-tracked paper transport, and 5G jammers.
IPL 2026: Suryakumar Yadav Arrives In Raipur Ahead Of MIs Clash Against RCB
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International: Star batter Suryakumar Yadav has arrived in Raipur and joined the Mumbai Indians squad in hours before their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru takes place at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in the evening. Suryakumar and his wife, Devisha Shetty, welcomed their daughter Riddhima on May 7 and it led to doubts over whether he would join MI for their clash against RCB. Surya Dada arrives in Raipur, wrote MI on their social media accounts on Sunday. At the Mumbai airport, before leaving for Raipur, Suryakumar was seen distributing sweets to media persons to celebrate the birth of his daughter. Yeh lo, aap log khaana yeh (Have this, you guys please eat it), he said, while handing out boxes of sweets in a generous gesture that quickly went viral on social media. Suryakumar, who captained India to winning 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, has endured a lean run in IPL 2026, scoring just 195 runs from 10 matches. Despite that, his presence is crucial as MI face RCB in a contest that is crucial in deciding their playoffs hopes, with the five-time winners at ninth place with just three victories. At the Mumbai airport, before leaving for Raipur, Suryakumar was seen distributing sweets to media persons to celebrate the birth of his daughter. Yeh lo, aap log khaana yeh (Have this, you guys please eat it), he said, while handing out boxes of sweets in a generous gesture that quickly went viral on social media. Also Read: Live Cricket Score After the clash against RCB in Raipur, MI will head to Dharamsala for the May 14 clash against Punjab Kings, and is followed by a trip to the Eden Gardens to face Kolkata Knight Riders on May 20. MI will wrap up their league stage engagements with a day game against Rajasthan Royals at the Wankhede Stadium on May 24. Article Source: IANS
Jos Buttler shows class with special gift for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi - Watch
Jos Buttler gifted his bat to teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the IPL 2026 clash between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans. Sooryavanshi impressed with a quickfire 36, and Buttler previously lauded him as the best batter he'd seen at that age. Despite RR's loss, the gesture highlighted the growing respect for the young prodigy.
FIR against Jaipur journalist for social media post targeting Rajasthan Chief Secretary
According to the FIR registered on May 8, the action was initiated following a Facebook post dated April 26 by freelance journalist Mahesh Jhalani, which allegedly contained objectionable content affecting the image of State Government and senior officials
'Almost Every Delivery Was Hitting The Stumps': Dasgupta Praises Rashid's Masterclass Vs RR
Indian Premier League: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta believes Rashid Khan rediscovered his trademark attacking rhythm and bowled stump-targeted deliveries during the Gujarat Titans emphatic 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Rashid produced a decisive spell of 4-33 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday as Gujarat bowled Rajasthan out for 152 in 16.3 overs after posting a commanding 229/4. The Afghanistan leg-spinner triggered Rajasthans collapse by dismissing Dhruv Jurel and Donovan Ferreira in quick succession before removing Shubham Dubey and Ravindra Jadeja to finish with four wickets. Analysing Rashids spell, Dasgupta highlighted the spinners relentless accuracy and attacking line towards the stumps. Let's see the Shubham Dubey wicket, bowled from over the wicket to a left-hand batter. If he gets the ball to turn from outside off stump or off stump and hits middle or off, that's a really good delivery, Dasgupta told ESPNCricinfo. It was the old, vintage Rashid today. If you remember when Rashid was at his best, almost every delivery was hitting the stumps, he added. Dasgupta pointed out that three of Rashids wickets were bowled dismissals while another came through lbw, underlining how consistently he targeted the stumps throughout the innings. Today, if you look at his four wickets, three bowled, one leg before, and if you look at his beehive, you'll find a very high percentage of those deliveries were hitting the stumps, he added. According to Dasgupta, Rashid becomes particularly dangerous against left-handed batters when he bowls over the wicket and attacks the stumps with his skidding leg-breaks. Today, if you look at his four wickets, three bowled, one leg before, and if you look at his beehive, you'll find a very high percentage of those deliveries were hitting the stumps, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarats dominant win was set up earlier by captain Shubman Gills composed 84 and Sai Sudharsans fluent 55, helping the visitors pile up 229/4 before Rashid dismantled Rajasthans chase. Article Source: IANS
Shubman Gills Ability to Transform Good Starts into Big Innings Praised by Anil Kumble
New Delhi, May 10: In an exciting IPL 2026 match held on Saturday in Jaipur, the Gujarat Titans (GT) faced off against the Rajasthan Royals (RR). GT captain Shubman Gill played a pivotal role, scoring 84 runs off 44 balls, leading his team to a 77-run victory. Former Indian cricket captain and legendary spinner Anil ... Read more Shubman Gills Ability to Transform Good Starts into Big Innings Praised by Anil Kumble
Rajasthan NEET UG 2026 irregularities: NTA says exam held under full security protocol amid probe
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a statement on the investigation into alleged irregularities linked to NEET UG 2026 in Rajasthan. The agency said the May 3 examination was conducted under strict security measures, including GPS-tracked question paper transport, AI-assisted CCTV monitoring, biometric verification, and 5G jammers. NTA stated that inputs regarding alleged malpractice were shared with central agencies for investigation and affirmed that it is cooperating fully by providing technical and examination-related support.
'He is going to entertain you': R Ashwin backs Sooryavanshi for all-format superstar
Ravichandran Ashwin has lauded Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a ox-office player with the potential to represent India in all three formats. Despite RR's loss, Sooryavanshi impressed with his fearless batting, scoring 440 runs at a strike rate of 236.56 this IPL season.
Sooryavanshi makes heartwarming Mothers Day post: 'This ones for you, maa'
Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi went viral after posting This ones for you, maa on Mothers Day ahead of the IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans. The 15-year-old then created history by becoming the fastest and youngest player to hit 100 T20 sixes. RR also promoted their Pink Promise campaign, supporting women-led rural development and solar electrification projects across Rajasthan.
'Shubman Gill Is One Of The Most Pleasing Batters To Watch': Anil Kumble
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Former India spinner Anil Kumble praised skipper Shubman Gill and Rashid Khan for their match-winning performances in Gujarat Titans commanding 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals on Saturday describing Gill as one of the most elegant batters in modern cricket and highlighting Rashids return to bowling with greater pace. Gill once again led Gujarats batting effort with a composed 84 as the visitors posted a massive 229/4 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Rashid then dismantled Rajasthans chase with a superb spell of 4-33 as the hosts were bowled out for 152 in 16.3 overs. Speaking after the match, Kumble hailed Gills ability to combine control with consistency at the top of the order. Shubman Gill is one of the most pleasing batters to watch in modern cricket. There is nothing overly flashy about his game. He relies on playing each ball on its merit. Even when he goes for big shots, he remains in complete cpntrol. That is what separates him from many power hitters, Kumble told Jio Hotstar. Kumble added that Gills greatest strength lies in his ability to convert starts into substantial innings, something that allows Gujarat to consistently post imposing totals. The best part of his batting is his ability to bat deep. Once he is set, he takes the game deep and converts starts into long, impactful innings. When your top-order batter does that, it puts the team in a very strong position. It becomes much easier to push the total past 200. That is exactly what we saw from Shubman Gill against Rajasthan Royals, he added. Kumble also analysed Rashids bowling performance in detail, saying the Afghanistan spinner looked far more threatening because of his increased pace through the air. Rashid Khan attacked the stumps relentlessly and executed his plans to perfection. Hes a bowler who loves bowling quicker through the air but last season and even in the first half of this IPL season, he had reduced his pace, and that affected his effectiveness. Against RR, however, his pace was spot on, Kumble said. Kumble also analysed Rashids bowling performance in detail, saying the Afghanistan spinner looked far more threatening because of his increased pace through the air. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He beat most of the batters with pure speed rather than relying on flight or turn. Most spinners deceive batters by looping the ball in the air. Rashid does it by rushing them with extra pace. That has always been his strength. When he bowls those quicker, skidding deliveries that go away from the batter, it creates confusion and often leads to mistakes, he added. Article Source: IANS
'Bowlers Have To Develop Their Range Of Skills': RR Bowling Coach Bond After Heavy Loss
Indian Premier League: Rajasthan Royals (RR) bowling coach Shane Bond admitted his sides bowlers must evolve and think outside the box after another disappointing performance with the ball during their 77-run defeat to the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Rajasthan endured yet another difficult outing at Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday as Gujarat piled up 229/4 before bowling the hosts out for 152 in 16.3 overs. It marked the fourth consecutive match in which Rajasthan conceded more than 200 runs, highlighting their ongoing struggles with the ball. Speaking after the game, Bond expressed frustration over his sides inability to adapt under pressure. We just haven't played well enough in conditions that we know. We've been outplayed by our opposition, Bond said in the post-match press conference. I look at bowlers, they just have to be better, right? You've got to think a bit outside the box. There are two things: decision-making and execution. I think tonight, you would have probably noticed that execution just wasn't consistent enough for long enough, he added. Bond also pointed to the rapidly evolving nature of T20 batting, saying bowlers must continue developing new skills to survive in modern cricket. The batsmen, they're coming out, they're playing ultra-aggressive, and putting pressure on bowlers. So as a bowler, you've got to ask, well, what can I do differently? he said. They have got to spend more time with the analysts knowing exactly where each batsman's going to score at. I may have to bowl off a shorter run and a longer run. I've got to be able to come around the wicket and bowl on both sides, he added. The former New Zealand fast bowler added that repeating the same methods while expecting different results was no longer sustainable in the IPL. When you see the bowlers are doing the same thing, game after game after game, getting the same result, then my question would be: you've got to be doing something different and developing your game, Bond said. You look at batsmen now, they're playing the uppercut, they're reversing, they're scooping. They've developed a range of shots. So a bowler has to develop their range of skills as well. Bond, however, believes the current high-scoring era also presents a major opportunity for bowlers willing to innovate and improve. I think it's a great opportunity for any bowler to go: if I can do that, then I can elevate myself into a lot of money and be a superstar. I just don't think you've consistently seen that across the board, he added. Bond, however, believes the current high-scoring era also presents a major opportunity for bowlers willing to innovate and improve. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarats innings was built around captain Shubman Gills 84 and Sai Sudharsans 55, while Rashid Khan later dismantled Rajasthans chase with figures of 4-33. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Rashid Khan breaks into top 10, surpasses Lasith Malinga
Rashid Khan achieved a significant IPL milestone, entering the top 10 wicket-takers with figures of 4/33 against Rajasthan Royals. His stellar performance, earning him Player of the Match, saw him surpass Lasith Malinga on the all-time list. Gujarat Titans secured an emphatic 77-run victory.
'Holders Inclusion At The Right Time Has Turned Things Around For GT': Parthiv Patel
Indian Premier League: Gujarat Titans (GT) assistant coach Parthiv Patel has revealed that the franchise made signing Jason Holder a top priority during the auction, crediting the experienced all-rounders arrival for helping transform the teams balance and performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Holder once again played an important role during Gujarats dominant 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals at Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday, finishing with impressive figures of 3-12 as Gujarat bowled Rajasthan out for 152 in 16.3 overs after posting 229/4. Speaking after the match, Parthiv explained how highly Gujarat valued Holder during the auction planning process. When we were planning for the auction, we were okay with not getting any other player, but we were determined to get Jason Holder. We have seen how he has performed over the last 12 to 18 months in T20 cricket around the world. He is an experienced player and also brings leadership qualities with him,Parthiv told Jio Hotstar. Parthiv also revealed that Gujarat initially intended to utilise Glenn Phillips because of his strong form, but Holders eventual inclusion proved crucial for the side. We wanted to utilise Glenn Phillips form at the start, but unfortunately, that didnt happen. However, the inclusion of Holder at the right time has turned things around for us, he added. Parthiv also highlighted Gujarats extensive use of match-simulation sessions during practice, especially for middle-order batters who may not always spend enough time in the middle during games. Most of the conversations with the batters are about scenarios where the opposition bowlers could potentially target them and the kind of fields they could set for a particular batter, he said. We practise a lot, especially with the middle order, because they dont always get enough time in matches. We have our B ground, where we try to prepare them as much as possible by putting them in match scenarios, he added. Most of the conversations with the batters are about scenarios where the opposition bowlers could potentially target them and the kind of fields they could set for a particular batter, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Holder then wrapped up the innings efficiently with three late wickets to complete another convincing Gujarat victory that further strengthened their playoff push. Article Source: IANS
'I Wouldnt Mind Watching Him In All Three Formats': Ashwin Hails Sooryavanshi's Approach
Indian Premier League: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the talent to succeed across all formats of the game after the Rajasthan Royals opener continued his fearless run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Speaking about Sooryavanshis explosive innings against the Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday, Ashwin said the 15-year-old possesses the kind of attacking ability that can entertain crowds in every format. He is taking every bowler down. I wouldnt mind watching him in a Test match, and I wouldnt mind watching him in all three formats of the game. Get him onto cricket grounds, get people coming along, because he is going to entertain you, Ashwin told Jio Hotstar. Sooryavanshi once again provided Rajasthan Royals with a flying start in a daunting chase of 230, smashing 36 off just 16 balls with three fours and three sixes. The teenager attacked experienced pacers Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada fearlessly during a breathtaking powerplay that briefly kept Rajasthan in the hunt. However, Gujarat recovered strongly through their spinners, with Rashid Khan starring with 4-33 as Rajasthan collapsed to 152 all out in 16.3 overs to lose by 77 runs. Ashwin also described Sooryavanshi as a box-office player and urged people not to burden the youngster with excessive expectations at this early stage of his career. He is leaving no stone unturned, putting every ounce of force he can into the cricket ball. The way he played, even in the U-19 World Cup final, putting everything together, he is looking like a box-office player, Ashwin said. There are very few windows in your cricketing career where you can absolutely enjoy your cricket, and he is only 15 years old. I think we should just let him be. There is no point asking him to do things he shouldnt be doing at this stage of his career, he added. Ashwin feels that Rajasthan already have experienced names like Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, and Donovan Ferreira in the middle order, allowing Sooryavanshi the freedom to continue playing attacking cricket at the top. There are very few windows in your cricketing career where you can absolutely enjoy your cricket, and he is only 15 years old. I think we should just let him be. There is no point asking him to do things he shouldnt be doing at this stage of his career, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sooryavanshi has played 11 matches in IPL 2026 and scored 440 runs, which includes one hundred and two half-centuries. He is the top scorer for the Rajasthan Royals this season. Article Source: IANS
Rashid Khan Shines as Gujarat Titans Defeat Rajasthan Royals by 77 Runs
Jaipur, May 10: The 52nd match of IPL 2026 took place at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, where Gujarat Titans (GT) triumphed over Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 77 runs. Thanks to Shubman Gills explosive batting and Rashid Khans lethal bowling, GT secured a convincing victory. Rashid Khan was named Player of the Match. After the match, Rashid ... Read more Rashid Khan Shines as Gujarat Titans Defeat Rajasthan Royals by 77 Runs
Rajasthan rue poor bowling as mid-season slump deepens in IPL - Reuters
Rajasthan rue poor bowling as mid-season slump deepens in IPL Reuters
Gujarat Titans Defeat Rajasthan Royals by 77 Runs in IPL 2026
New Delhi, May 10: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, the Gujarat Titans (GT) triumphed over the Rajasthan Royals (RR) by a significant margin of 77 runs at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday. This victory propelled GT from fifth to second place in the points table, while RR slipped out of ... Read more Gujarat Titans Defeat Rajasthan Royals by 77 Runs in IPL 2026
IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Surge to Second Place, Rajasthan Royals Fall Out of Top 4
New Delhi, May 10: The 52nd match of IPL 2026 took place on Saturday at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, featuring a clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Gujarat Titans (GT). Gujarat Titans triumphed over Rajasthan Royals by a significant margin of 77 runs. This victory has also improved GTs run rate, propelling them ... Read more IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Surge to Second Place, Rajasthan Royals Fall Out of Top 4
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Becomes Fastest Batter to Slam 100 Sixes in T20I
Sooryavanshi has been Rajasthan Royals leading run-scorer in the 2026 IPL season, scoring 440 runs in 11 innings at an average of 40.00 and a strike rate of 236.55
IPL Playoff Probabilities: GTs win lifts odds to 72.52%; RR still at 80.31%
Gujarat Titans surged to second place with a dominant 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals, significantly boosting their playoff chances to 72.52%. Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan starred with the bat, while Rashid Khan impressed with the ball. Despite the loss, Rajasthan Royals maintain a higher overall playoff probability due to their easier remaining schedule.
Rajasthan Royals equal all-time unwanted IPL record vs Gujarat Titans
Rajasthan Royals have equalled an IPL record by conceding seven totals of over 200 runs in a single season. This worrying bowling trend follows a strong start to IPL 2026. Gujarat Titans posted 229/4 against them in Jaipur. Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan starred for GT. This puts immense pressure on Rajasthan's batting.
Background: The Partition of a River System The Indus River System comprises six major riversthe Indus, Chenab, Jhelum, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlejflowing through the territories of both India and Pakistan. The system sustains drinking water, agriculture, and electricity generation across the Indus Basin, supporting hundreds of millions of people on both sides of the border. When British India was partitioned in 1947, the Indus River System was also divided between the two successor states. The geographic reality was stark: India, as the upper riparian state, held the headwaters of most rivers, while Pakistans agricultural heartlandthe heavily irrigated Punjab plainsdepended critically on continued water flows from the east. India, for its part, required access to the system for its own development objectives in Punjab and Rajasthan, while seeking stability and normalised relations with its new western neighbour. Despite its own pressing domestic needs, India concluded this highly concessionary water-sharing pact with Pakistan on 19 September 1960, an agreement facilitated by the World Bank. Negotiations India paid the price for rationality Pakistans Strategy of Delay and the 1954 World Bank Proposal The trajectory of the negotiations was shaped, from the outset, by the asymmetry between Indias reasonable and constructive approach and Pakistans maximalist, sometimes absurd, demands an asymmetry that anchored outcomes far more favourably to Pakistan than equity would have warranted. The World Banks first substantive proposal of 5 February 1954 illustrates this plainly: even at this initial stage, it required significant one sided concessions from India: All planned Indian developments along the upper reaches of both the Indus and Chenab were to be abandoned, with those benefits accruing to Pakistan instead India was required to forgo diverting approximately 6 MAF from the Chenab River. No Chenab waters at Merala (now in Pakistan) would be available for Indian use. No water development would be permitted in Kutch from the river system. Despite these considerable impositions, India accepted the proposal in good faith almost immediately, signalling its genuine desire for a speedy resolution. Pakistan, by contrast, delayed its formal acceptance for nearly five years until 22 December 1958. As a result of this goodwill gesture of India, the restrictions were imposed on her while Pakistan continued developing new uses on the Western rivers without equivalent constraints. Pakistan absorbed the lesson that obstruction pays and cooperation costsand has applied this lesson consistently ever since. What India Lost: The Scale of Sacrifice The Water Allocation Under the Treatys allocation formula, India received exclusive rights to the three Eastern riversthe Sutlej, Beas, and Raviwhile Pakistan received rights to the waters of the three Western riversthe Indus, Chenab, and Jhelum. India was permitted certain limited, non-consumptive uses of the Western rivers within its own territory, primarily for run-of-river hydropower generation, subject to extensive design and operational restrictions. In volumetric terms, the Eastern rivers allocated to India carry approximately 33 million acre-feet (MAF) of annual flow, while the Western rivers allocated to Pakistan carry approximately 135 MAFgiving Pakistan roughly 80 percent of the systems water. India received 20 percent, in exchange for relinquishing all claim to the vastly larger Western system. The critical point is that India did not gain new water from the agreement. What India received was formal acknowledgment of flows it already accessed, in exchange for relinquishing all claim to the far larger Western system. India was permitted certain non-consumptive uses of the Western rivers within its territoryprimarily run-of-river hydropower generation. The Financial Concession: Paying to Give Away Water Perhaps the most striking anomaly of the Treaty is the financial provision. India agreed to pay approximately 62 million (approximately $2.5 billion in present value) as compensation to Pakistan to build water resources infrastructure in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This payment represents a unique precedent in which the upstream country, which was already surrendering the majority of the systems water, additionally paid the downstream country for the privilege of doing so. India essentially subsidised Pakistans acceptance of a deal that heavily favoured Pakistan on the fundamental question of water allocation. The Treatys Structural Unfairness Unilateral Asymmetric Restrictions on India The Treaty imposes a series of specific design and operational restrictions on Indias use of the Western rivers that have no corresponding obligations on Pakistans side: India can develop only a limited Irrigated Cropped Area (ICA) in its territory. India faces strict limits on the volume of water that can be held in any storage facility on the Western rivers. India must comply with specific design criteria for any hydropower facilities on the Western rivers, including restrictions on pondage and storage capacity. These restrictions are one-directional: they constrain Indias lawful development of resources within its own territory while imposing no equivalent transparency or restriction requirements on Pakistan. The result is a treaty that treats the upstream stateIndiaas the party requiring oversight and restraint, while the downstream state benefits from guaranteed flows. Pradeep Kumar Saxena, former IWT commissioner.
Gujarat Titans Achieve Historic IPL Victory
Jaipur, May 10: Gujarat Titans (GT) have made history by recording their biggest victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL) by runs. The team triumphed over Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 77 runs in the 52nd match of IPL 2026 held on Saturday. Previously, Gujarat Titans had secured a 62-run win against Mumbai Indians in a ... Read more Gujarat Titans Achieve Historic IPL Victory
Gill, Rashid star as GT crush RR by 77 runs
JAIPUR, May 9: Leg-spinner Rashid Khan returned to his magical best with a four-wicket haul after his skipper Shubman Gill struck a sublime 84 as Gujarat Titans outclassed Rajasthan Royals by 77 runs to move a step closer to the IPL playoffs, here on Saturday. Gill and Sai Sudharsan (55) stitched a commanding 118-run opening stand as Gujarat Titans piled up their season-best 229 for 4 after Rajasthan Royals opted to bowl on a batting-friendly deck. In reply, Rajasthan began [] The post Gill, Rashid star as GT crush RR by 77 runs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was in full flow for Rajasthan Royals in a 230-run chase against Gujarat Titans. The teenager slammed a six off Mohammed Siraj on the first ball he faced, and then went on to hit two sixes off Kagiso Rabada
Rajasthan Government Takes Action After Deaths at Kota Hospital
Jaipur, May 10: In response to the tragic deaths of two women following cesarean deliveries at Kota Medical College, the Rajasthan government has initiated extensive administrative measures. Reports indicate that several other patients have also fallen seriously ill. As a precautionary step, the Drug Control Department has imposed a ban on the use, sale, and ... Read more Rajasthan Government Takes Action After Deaths at Kota Hospital
Rajasthans Kota Hospital Deaths Prompt Investigation and Drug Ban
Jaipur, May 10: The Rajasthan government has initiated a thorough investigation following the deaths of two women after cesarean deliveries at Kota Medical College. Reports also indicate that several other patients are in serious condition. In a precautionary measure, the Drug Control Department has imposed a ban on the use, sale, and distribution of 24 ... Read more Rajasthans Kota Hospital Deaths Prompt Investigation and Drug Ban
Rashid Khan spins out Rajasthan in 77-run win for Gujarat in IPL
Gujarat Titans secured a dominant 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. Skipper Shubman Gill's unbeaten 84 and Sai Sudharsan's 55 powered Gujarat to 229-4. Rashid Khan then starred with the ball, taking 4-34 to skittle Rajasthan for 152, marking Gujarat's biggest IPL win by runs.
Gujarat Titans Make History with Their Biggest IPL Victory
Jaipur, May 10: The Gujarat Titans (GT) have etched their name in Indian Premier League (IPL) history by achieving their largest victory by runs. On Saturday, they defeated the Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 77 runs in the 52nd match of IPL 2026. Previously, the Titans secured a 62-run win against the Mumbai Indians in a ... Read more Gujarat Titans Make History with Their Biggest IPL Victory
'We are going to ... ': Yashasvi Jaiswal's short reaction after RR collapse
Yashasvi Jaiswal's first IPL captaincy ended in a crushing 77-run defeat for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans. Despite a strong start from GT's Gill and Sudharsan, RR's bowling attack struggled, and their batting lineup was subsequently bundled out for 152. Jaiswal defended star pacer Jofra Archer, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of cricket.
6, 4, 4, 4: Sooryavanshi Shreds Siraj's Bowling, Then This Happens. Watch
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was in full flow for Rajasthan Royals in a 230-run chase against Gujarat Titans. The teenager slammed a six off Mohammed Siraj on the first ball he faced, and then went on to hit...
IPL 2026: Jaiswal Says Team Must learn From This Game After RRs Loss To GT
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Rajasthan Royals stand-in captain Yashasvi Jaiswal backed his struggling bowling unit and refused to single out individuals after the side slumped to a crushing 77-run defeat against the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday. Rajasthan were completely outplayed after Gujarat piled up 229/4 on the back of a dominant opening partnership between Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill before Rashid Khan ripped through the chase with a four-wicket haul. Reflecting on how difficult it became once Gujarats openers settled in, Jaiswal admitted Rajasthan struggled to contain the flow of boundaries. We were just thinking to bowl in good areas and they were batting pretty well. So we were just thinking how we can cut down the boundaries or big shots. So I think it was pretty good from them, Jaiswal said after the match. The Royals were under pressure from the outset, as Sudharsan and Gill attacked aggressively during the powerplay and maintained momentum through the middle overs. Rajasthans pace attack, including Jofra Archer, failed to build pressure consistently on a batting-friendly Jaipur surface. Archer, who has been among Rajasthans key bowlers this season, endured a rare off day and went wicketless while conceding heavily. However, Jaiswal firmly defended the England quick and said poor outings are part of the game. Its cricket. We all know that theres some days where you are in, theres some days where you cannot bowl how you want. But hes been doing so well for us, I think. So I think hell be coming back very strongly, he said. Rajasthans bowling combination had also drawn attention before the match after the franchise opted to leave out left-arm pacer Nandre Burger. Asked whether that was a difficult selection decision, Jaiswal said the management simply focused on the bowling plans for the powerplay. I actually didnt think that much. I had simple plan who is my bowler and who can give me some good overs in the powerplay. So nothing much from my end, Jaiswal stated. Despite the heavy defeat, Rajasthan briefly threatened to pull off a remarkable chase after teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi blasted 36 off 16 balls and Dhruv Jurel smashed 24 off 10 deliveries in a fiery powerplay. The hosts raced to 78/3 in six overs before Gujarats spin attack turned the game completely. Rashid dismissed Jurel and later removed Ravindra Jadeja and others as Rajasthan collapsed from a promising position to 152 all out in 16.3 overs. Jaiswal, however, chose not to dwell too much on the defeat and instead stressed the importance of learning quickly before the next fixture. The hosts raced to 78/3 in six overs before Gujarats spin attack turned the game completely. Rashid dismissed Jurel and later removed Ravindra Jadeja and others as Rajasthan collapsed from a promising position to 152 all out in 16.3 overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The defeat dealt a significant blow to Rajasthans net run rate, while Gujarat strengthened their position in the playoff race with one of their most complete performances of the season. Article Source: IANS
Rashid Khan, Shubman Gill power GT to crushing 77-run win over RR
Gujarat Titans secured a commanding 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals, propelled by Shubman Gill's explosive 84 and Rashid Khan's match-winning 4/33 spell. Titans posted a season-high 229/4, with Gill and Sai Sudharsan building a formidable opening stand. Royals faltered chasing the target, collapsing under Rashid's brilliance and succumbing to 152 all out.
Gill, Sudharsan, Rashid power GT to big win over RR
Jaipur: Leg-spinner Rashid Khan returned to his magical best with a four-wicket haul after his skipper Shubman Gill struck a sublime 84 as the Gujarat Titans outclassed the Rajasthan Royals by 77 runs to move a step closer to the IPL playoffs, here on Saturday. Gill and Sai Sudharsan (55) stitched a commanding 118-run opening 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 .
IPL 2024: Rashids Four-fer, Gills 84 Help GT Thrash RR By 77-run
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Gujarat Titans produced a commanding all-round performance to crush Rajasthan Royals by 77 runs in their IPL 2026 clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday, with Rashid Khan starring in a dramatic middle-overs collapse after Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill powered the visitors to a massive total of 229/4. In a contest that swung wildly across phases, Rajasthan threatened an extraordinary chase during a breathtaking powerplay before Gujarats spinners completely dismantled the innings to bowl the hosts out for 152 in 16.3 overs. The foundation for Gujarats emphatic victory was laid by Sudharsan and Gill, who once again showcased why they have become one of the most dependable opening pairs of the season. Batting on a fresh Jaipur surface that initially offered true bounce and pace, the duo attacked aggressively from the outset and denied Rajasthan any control with the new ball. Jofra Archer and Tushar Deshpande struggled for rhythm early, while the Gujarat openers capitalised ruthlessly whenever width or length was offered. Sudharsan was particularly fluent square of the wicket, whereas Gill mixed timing with placement in another composed captains knock. The pair ensured Gujarat dominated the powerplay before accelerating further through the middle overs. Rajasthan briefly regained some control after Sudharsans dismissal, but Gujarats finishing surge ensured the innings never lost momentum as they crossed the 225-run mark comfortably. Chasing 230, Rajasthan responded with astonishing aggression. Teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lit up Jaipur immediately by launching Mohammed Siraj for a six in the opening over and continued his fearless assault against Kagiso Rabada. The left-hander played outrageous attacking strokes on both sides of the wicket, racing to 36 off just 16 deliveries with three fours and three sixes. Even after Yashasvi Jaiswal miscued a pull to depart for just three runs, Rajasthan refused to slow down. Dhruv Jurel arrived with attacking intent and produced one of the most explosive passages of the chase when he hammered Siraj for 22 runs in the fifth over, including three towering sixes and a boundary. At 78/3 after six overs, despite the wickets of Sooryavanshi, Jaiswal and Shimron Hetmyer, Rajasthan still appeared firmly in the contest with the required rate manageable and momentum temporarily in their favour. That changed completely once Gujarat introduced spin. Sai Kishore immediately slowed the tempo with clever changes of pace and angles before Rashid Khan delivered the decisive blow. The Afghanistan leg-spinner removed the dangerous Jurel with a googly that sneaked under the bat and then struck again a couple of balls later by bowling Donovan Ferreira. From there, Rajasthans innings unravelled rapidly. Washington Sundar tightened the squeeze from one end while Rashid operated with increasing menace from the other. Shubham Dubey briefly counterattacked with a six over midwicket, but Rashid responded instantly by bowling him with a quicker delivery that turned sharply back in. Ravindra Jadeja attempted to keep Rajasthan alive with a spirited 38 off 25 balls, sweeping and pulling boundaries to briefly resist Gujarats charge. However, the asking rate kept climbing sharply as Gujarats spinners extracted grip and uneven pace from the ageing surface. Rashid eventually ended Jadejas resistance in the 14th over with a successful lbw review to complete his four-wicket haul and effectively finish the contest. By then, Rajasthan needed over 15 an over and had lost all momentum. Jason Holder then wrapped up the tail efficiently, dismissing Jofra Archer, Dasun Shanaka and Tushar Deshpande to seal a crushing victory with 21 balls to spare. Rashid eventually ended Jadejas resistance in the 14th over with a successful lbw review to complete his four-wicket haul and effectively finish the contest. By then, Rajasthan needed over 15 an over and had lost all momentum. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Gujarat Titans 229/4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 84, Sai Sudharsan 55; Brijesh Sharma 2-47, Ravindra Jadeja 1-34) beat Rajasthan Royals 152 all out in 16.3 overs (Ravindra Jadeja 38, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 36; Rashid Khan 4-33, Jason Holder 3-12) by 77 runs. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Police Seizes Illegal Weapons Following Rajasthan ATS Tip-Off
Mumbai, May 9: In a significant operation against illegal arms, the Gujarat Police acted on precise intelligence provided by the Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and arrested a suspect on Saturday. The accused has been identified as Krishna Kumar Agarwal, 46, son of Ramratan Agarwal, and a resident of Goregaon East in Mumbai. Authorities recovered a ... Read more Gujarat Police Seizes Illegal Weapons Following Rajasthan ATS Tip-Off
Gujarat Police Seizes Illegal Weapons Following ATS Tip-off
Mumbai, May 9: In a significant operation against illegal arms, Gujarat Police acted on precise intelligence provided by the Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and arrested a suspect on Saturday. The accused has been identified as Krishna Kumar Agarwal, 46, a resident of Goregaon East in Mumbai. Authorities recovered a Made in USA shotgun, a country-made ... Read more Gujarat Police Seizes Illegal Weapons Following ATS Tip-off
Opener Sai Sudharsan: Opener Sai Sudharsan said Gujarat Titans aggressive mindset in the powerplay and his strong understanding with captain Shubman Gill played a key role in setting up the sides massive first-innings total against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 on Saturday. Sudharsan struck a fluent 55 off 36 deliveries while sharing a commanding 118-run opening partnership with Gill as Gujarat Titans posted an imposing 229/4 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Reflecting on the batting conditions, Sudharsan said the pitch was excellent for strokeplay initially before becoming slower as the innings progressed. At the start, the wicket was really good, but once the ball got rough, I think it started to turn a bit and it was a bit slow actually, Sudharsan said after the innings. The left-handed opener also revealed Gujarat Titans had identified the importance of capitalising on the new ball against Rajasthans pace attack, including the threat posed by Jofra Archer. Its always a great challenge playing against Jofra, but we had it in our mind, if an over started really well for us, we went for the over and it happened very well in the powerplay, he said. Archer endured a difficult opening spell as Gujarat Titans raced to 82/0 in six overs, their joint-highest powerplay total in IPL history. Sudharsan was particularly severe on anything loose, striking six fours and two sixes during his innings. Despite the strong start, Sudharsan acknowledged that the surface became more demanding for strokeplay against slower deliveries and spin as the innings progressed. No, I think the team will be planning for that, but therell be a lot of slower ones, a lot of cutters. If we look to spin the ball well, I think its not so easy to hit on this wicket, he explained while speaking about the bowling approach Gujarat Titans could adopt in the chase. Sudharsan and Gill maintained an attacking approach throughout their partnership, regularly taking on the bowlers without allowing Rajasthan Royals to settle into defensive lines. We were very free, to be honest. Me and Shubman, we were going after the bowlers. There was no hesitation or resistance when we went on to bat, Sudharsan said. We had a very good powerplay. We should have had a very good middle overs. I think I lost my wicket at the right time for the RR team. We could have had maybe a bigger partnership, he added. The opener also spoke highly of his understanding with Gill, with the pair continuing one of the most productive opening combinations in the IPL. I think we share a very good partnership with each other, a very good relationship. And I feel I look up to a lot of things from Shubman, Sudharsan said. The opener also spoke highly of his understanding with Gill, with the pair continuing one of the most productive opening combinations in the IPL. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gill went on to score a blistering 84 off 44 balls, while late cameos from Washington Sundar and Rahul Tewatia helped Gujarat Titans finish with a daunting total of 229/4. Article Source: IANS
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Makes History in IPL 2026, Breaks Abhishek Sharmas Record
Jaipur, May 9: In a thrilling match of IPL 2026, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against the Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Sawai Mansingh Cricket Stadium. Vaibhav Suryavanshi made headlines with his explosive batting, setting a new record. Vaibhav has become the batsman with the most sixes hit during the powerplay (the first six ... Read more Vaibhav Suryavanshi Makes History in IPL 2026, Breaks Abhishek Sharmas Record
Sangakkara steps in to calm angry Archer after horror 11-ball over
Jofra Archer endured a disastrous opening over against Gujarat Titans, conceding 18 runs in an 11-ball spell marked by wides and a no-ball. Visibly frustrated, the pacer's struggles prompted Rajasthan Royals coach Kumar Sangakkara to intervene. The chaotic over saw Gujarat Titans openers capitalize on Archer's wayward bowling.
IPL 2026: Gill and Sudharsan Shine as GT Posts 229 Runs Against RR
Jaipur, May 9: In the 52nd match of IPL 2026, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against the Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Sawai Mansingh Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Batting first, GT scored an impressive 229 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in their 20 overs. After losing the toss, Gujarat Titans made a ... Read more IPL 2026: Gill and Sudharsan Shine as GT Posts 229 Runs Against RR
IPL 2026: Gill, Sudharsan Power GT To Commanding 229/4 Against RR
Captain Shubman Gill: Captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan struck commanding half-centuries before late fireworks from Washington Sundar propelled Gujarat Titans to a formidable 229/4 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2026 clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday. After being put in to bat by Rajasthan Royals stand-in skipper Yashasvi Jaiswal, GT made a blistering start and never allowed the hosts to regain control on a batting-friendly surface in Jaipur. The tone for the innings was set in a chaotic opening over from Jofra Archer, who leaked 18 runs, including nine extras. Sai Sudharsan immediately capitalised on the loose bowling, driving and cutting with authority, while Gill settled in quickly at the other end. Rajasthans bowlers struggled badly with their lines in the powerplay as GT raced to 82 without loss in six overs, their joint-highest powerplay total in IPL history. Sudharsan was particularly fluent, punishing anything on his pads and taking on both pace and spin with ease. Gill soon joined the assault, hammering Archer for a six and two boundaries in the fifth over to further tilt the momentum decisively in Gujarats favour. The opening pair brought up 100 in just 8.1 overs and continued to dominate Rajasthans attack with intelligent strokeplay and sharp running between the wickets. Their partnership also entered the IPL record books as Gill and Sudharsan registered their sixth century stand as an opening pair in the tournament. Yash Raj Punja finally provided Rajasthan a breakthrough in the 11th over when Sudharsan mistimed a lofted shot to long-on after a superb 55 off 36 balls, studded with six fours and two sixes. The left-handers dismissal ended a massive 108-run opening partnership that laid the perfect platform for a huge total. Gill, however, continued to dictate terms with elegant strokeplay and brought up his fourth fifty of the season. Jos Buttler looked threatening during his brief stay, smashing a six and a boundary before falling to Ravindra Jadeja for 13. Gill accelerated further in the death overs and looked set for a century before falling for a superb 84 off just 44 deliveries. His innings included nine boundaries and three sixes and kept the Gujarat Titans on course for a 230-plus total. After Gills dismissal, Washington Sundar took charge with a powerful late cameo. The left-hander struck boundaries cleanly against both pace and spin, including successive fours and sixes off Brijesh Sharma before finishing unbeaten on 37 from 20 balls. Rahul Tewatia then delivered the finishing touches with two sixes in the final over as Gujarat Titans smashed 21 runs off the last six balls to finish on a daunting 229/4. After Gills dismissal, Washington Sundar took charge with a powerful late cameo. The left-hander struck boundaries cleanly against both pace and spin, including successive fours and sixes off Brijesh Sharma before finishing unbeaten on 37 from 20 balls. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Gujarat Titans 229/4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 84, Sai Sudharsan 55; Brijesh Sharma 2-47, Ravindra Jadeja 1-34) against Rajasthan Royals Article Source: IANS
You Have To Trust Your Skills: Rashid Focused On Consistency As GT Eye Strong Finish To League Stage
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Gujarat Titans all-rounder Rashid Khan said the team is not looking too far ahead to the IPL 2026 playoffs and remains fully focused on maintaining consistency and improving with every game as the tournament enters its decisive phase. Speaking ahead of GTs clash against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday, Rashid also expressed satisfaction with his own bowling form and stressed the importance of trusting his skills against aggressive batters. The Afghanistan leg-spinner has been a key figure in GTs bowling attack over the years and said he was pleased with the way he has performed since rejoining the squad this season. Absolutely. Since joining the squad, Ive simply tried to contribute as much as possible to the team's cause, and it feels great, Rashid said while reflecting on his performances after the Delhi game. As far as my landing is concerned, the ball is pitching exactly where I want it to; so, Im quite happy with my performance so far. I will continue to strive to perform well in all the upcoming matches for the team, he added. Gujarat Titans come into the encounter on the back of three consecutive victories and remain firmly in contention for a playoff place. However, Rashid insisted the side is not looking to change its approach despite the winning momentum. Theres no need to do anything differently today. We will simply continue doing what weve been doing since the very first match, constantly striving to improve upon it, he said. Its not a case of simply maintaining the status quo just because were winning; even when youre on a winning streak, there are always specific areas where you can aim for further improvement. So, wherever we spot an opportunity - or wherever weve executed things well in previous matches - we focus on refining those aspects, he added. Beyond that, we just enjoy our cricket and aim to deliver a strong collective performance as a team, Rashid said. The veteran spinner also acknowledged the challenge posed by Rajasthan Royals opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has impressed with his aggressive approach this season. Its definitely a challenge. Given the way he played last year, and the mindset with which hes approaching the game this season, it can certainly be a bit difficult for a bowler, Rashid said. However, you have to place your trust in your own skills and the hard work youve put in. Against a batsman of that caliber, I believe the key is to execute your good balls with even greater precision, he added. In my view, the better you bowl, the better the results you will get. That remains my sole focus: to bowl well and consistently hit the right areas, he further explained. With the playoff race tightening, Rashid said Gujarat Titans are deliberately avoiding discussions around qualification scenarios and are instead taking one match at a time. Not really - thats still quite a way off. I think our focus right now is simply on our upcoming match, he said when asked if the team had started defining roles keeping the playoffs in mind. With the playoff race tightening, Rashid said Gujarat Titans are deliberately avoiding discussions around qualification scenarios and are instead taking one match at a time. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I believe we will approach this match with the exact same mindset and play the same brand of cricket that we did in our very first game. We won't be thinking too far ahead into the future; our entire focus is on today's match, and our goal is to deliver a strong performance, Rashid concluded. Article Source: IANS
Jofra Archer Sets Record for Longest Over in IPL History
Jaipur, May 9: In the 52nd match of IPL 2026, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against the Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Sawai Mansingh Cricket Stadium. Fast bowler Jofra Archer made headlines by setting a record for the longest first over in IPL history. Archer bowled a total of 11 deliveries to complete the ... Read more Jofra Archer Sets Record for Longest Over in IPL History
IPL 2026: Shubman Gill-Sai Sudharsan equal all-time IPL record
Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan achieved a significant milestone for Gujarat Titans, registering their sixth century partnership for the opening wicket in IPL 2026. This remarkable feat against Rajasthan Royals matches the IPL record held by legendary opening pairs from Sunrisers Hyderabad. The duo's dominant performance once again provided a strong foundation for their team.
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Jos Buttler said enjoying the game and embracing competition has become his biggest motivation at this stage of his career as the Gujarat Titans wicketkeeper-batter reflected on form, leadership and facing his former franchise, the Rajasthan Royals, at the IPL 2026 on Saturday. Ahead of Gujarat Titans clash against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday, Buttler also credited GTs bowling unit for the teams recent strong performances in the tournament. Gujarat Titans head into the contest after registering three consecutive wins and are firmly in the race for a playoff spot. Reflecting on the sides momentum, Buttler said the bowlers have played a defining role in their success. No massive changes. I think the boys have been bowling really well. I think that's been one of the hallmarks of the few performances that we've had, Buttler said. We've taken a lot of wickets and restricted sides. So that's been a huge plus. And then we've had a little break, so five days or six days since the last game. And a huge game today against the Royals, he added. The England batter spent several successful seasons with Rajasthan Royals before moving to Gujarat Titans, but said facing his former side does not add any extra motivation beyond the importance of the contest itself. I don't really. I think you want to win every game, don't you? Buttler said when asked if playing against the Rajasthan Royals carried additional significance. But, you know, spent a few good seasons there. But today's a massive game when you look at the table and getting to the business end of it. So big two points for whoever takes it, he added. Buttler, one of the most experienced overseas players in the IPL, said his current focus is on enjoying cricket while also helping younger players develop through his experience. Oh, winning, being competitive and winning, Buttler said when asked what motivates him now. And just trying to be really content at this stage, you've experienced lots of things, all the highs and lows that you think the game can throw at you. And now it's just time to really enjoy it and really enjoy the competition, really, invest yourself in the team and try and share a bit of wisdom with the younger guys coming through and just to really enjoy this phase of your career. It's about enjoying it, he added. Buttler also opened up on the changes he made following a difficult phase in recent months, admitting he had been trying too hard during the World Cup period before simplifying his approach ahead of IPL 2026. And just trying to be really content at this stage, you've experienced lots of things, all the highs and lows that you think the game can throw at you. And now it's just time to really enjoy it and really enjoy the competition, really, invest yourself in the team and try and share a bit of wisdom with the younger guys coming through and just to really enjoy this phase of your career. It's about enjoying it, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So I just needed some space from the game, which was nice in between that and here. And then every time you come to the IPL, the practice facilities are so good. There's so much resource for practice. So I just got very much back to basics and worked hard on my set-up and allowed everything else to work from there, Buttler added. Article Source: IANS
Archer's horror first over against GT enters unwanted IPL record books
Jofra Archer endured a forgettable start to his IPL 2026 campaign, bowling an 11-ball over for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans. Conceding 18 runs, Archer's struggles with line and rhythm saw him join an unwanted list of bowlers with the longest overs in IPL history. The dramatic over featured wides, a no-ball, and fielding lapses.
I carried a lot of drinks- Donovan Ferreira opens up on long wait for opportunities
Donovan Ferreira credits his IPL success this season to years of waiting for opportunities. Having finally secured regular game time with Rajasthan Royals, the South African batter is relishing his role as a finisher. His fearless hitting in the death overs has been crucial, fueled by a strong desire to prove himself after limited chances in previous seasons.
I Carried A Lot Of Drinks In First Three Seasons: Donovan Ferreira On What Motivated Him In IPL 2026
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Rajasthan Royals batter Donovan Ferreira said the lack of opportunities in his first three IPL seasons has become a major source of motivation for him as he looks to make a bigger impact for the franchise in IPL 2026. Ahead of Rajasthan Royals clash against Gujarat Titans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday, Ferreira reflected on his role as a finisher and the confidence he has gained from finally getting consistent chances in the tournament. The hard-hitting South African has made a habit of clearing the ropes at the death this season, with 11 of his 16 sixes coming between overs 17 and 20. Asked about his effectiveness in the final overs, Ferreira responded with humour. I don't really know. It must just be the middle of my bat. Or they're just sending me better bats. No, I think it's just worked out that way, swinging nice and hard. And it leaves me nice and refreshed now, like a CAR battery like a fully charged CAR battery after a full break. So yeah, ready to play today and hopefully we can get a bit more success today, Ferreira said ahead of the clash. Ferreira has often been deployed as a lower middle-order aggressor for Rajasthan Royals, a role that demands immediate impact, particularly if the top order fails to capitalise. Speaking about handling that responsibility, the 27-year-old said it is a position he has embraced throughout his career. I mean, that is kind of my role in the team and that's what I've got time. So, I think it is exciting for me to be in that role. I've always been in that role my whole career. So it's just nice when it comes off because when it doesn't come off, you look kind of, how can I say, it doesn't look great. But yeah, for me, it's been coming off, so hopefully it can continue going forward, he added. Ferreira also revealed that his limited appearances in previous IPL seasons have fuelled his determination to succeed this year. Having spent much of his earlier campaigns on the sidelines, he said, finally getting opportunities has given him renewed purpose. I think for me, especially in the IPL, a big motivator has been, this has been my fourth season now and I haven't really gotten a lot of opportunity. I carried a lot of drinks in the first three seasons, he said. Ferreira also revealed that his limited appearances in previous IPL seasons have fuelled his determination to succeed this year. Having spent much of his earlier campaigns on the sidelines, he said, finally getting opportunities has given him renewed purpose. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals, led by stand-in skipper Yashasvi Jaiswal, opted to bowl first against Gujarat Titans after regular captain Riyan Parag was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Ferreira retained his place in the playing XI alongside Shimron Hetmyer, who returned to the side for the crucial encounter. Article Source: IANS
Why Yashasvi Jaiswal Is Leading Rajasthan Royals In Place Of Riyan Parag Against Gujarat Titans
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IPL 2026: Skipper Parag Out, Hetmyer In As Jaiswal-led RR Opt To Bowl Against GT
Indian Premier League: Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to bowl against Gujarat Titans in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 encounter here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday. Yashasvi Jaiswal is leading the home team in the absence of regular skipper Riyan Parag, who has been sidelined after pulling his hamstring during the teams previous outing. Rajasthan Royals head into the clash looking to bounce back after a seven-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals. After winning four of their opening five matches, RRs campaign has slowed, with three defeats in their last five outings. Led by Riyan Parag, the Royals currently sit fourth on the points table with 12 points from 10 games. Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans arrive in strong form after registering three successive wins over Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, respectively. The Titans are fifth with 12 points and can break into the top four with a victory. Historically, Gujarat Titans have enjoyed the upper hand in this rivalry, winning six of the nine meetings between the two sides. However, Rajasthan Royals claimed victory in their most recent encounter on April 4. Winning the toss, RRs stand-in skipper Jaiswal said, We are going to bowl first. I think the wicket is pretty good and we want to chase it. Riyan pulled his hamstring last game, so I feel he'll be coming back soon. Shimron Hetmyer comes in and Yash Raj Punja comes in. That's the two guys who have been coming in. I'm really excited, looking forward to the game. Meanwhile, GT captain Shubman Gill said, We would have bowled first as well honestly. We have got one change. Prasid comes back in place of Manav Suthar. I think it's important to look back at your strengths as a batting group or as a bowling group. What are the things that has got us so much success as a team. So, there were some areas that, you know, we went back and we reflected. Most of the games that we have played there have been pretty close. So, it's all about doing that extra effort, putting that, you know, if something is going well for you, having the belief to be able to have that execution. Yeah, I mean, we're going to see how the first couple of overs, 2-3 overs go. There's obviously a par score and then you want to get 10-15 extra on top of the pass score to give that extra cushion to the bowlers. Playing XIs: Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Brijesh Sharma, Yash Raj Punja Impact Substitutes: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Adam Milne, Ravi Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Sushant Mishra Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Brijesh Sharma, Yash Raj Punja Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact Substitutes: Prasidh Krishna, Glenn Phillips, Anuj Rawat, R Sai Kishore, Kumar Kushagra Article Source: IANS
Why Riyan Parag is not playing for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans
Yashasvi Jaiswal is captaining Rajasthan Royals for the first time in IPL 2026 against Gujarat Titans due to Riyan Parag's hamstring injury. Jaiswal won the toss and opted to bowl first, confirming Parag's expected quick return. Gujarat Titans also would have preferred to bowl, with Shubman Gill emphasizing the team's confidence in close wins.
IPL 2026 LIVE: Captaincy Change For RR; Sooryavanshi Eyes All-Time Record vs GT
RR vs GT LIVE Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Updates: Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is on the verge of some more records, as they face Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026.
RR vs GT LIVE Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Updates: Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is on the verge of some more records, as they face Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026.
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'Its Just You, The Batter And The Ball': RRs Yash Raj Punja On Handling IPL Pressure
Yash Raj Punja: Rajasthan Royals (RR) bowler Yash Raj Punja said staying calm and focusing on one ball at a time has helped him deal with the pressure of playing in the Indian Premier League, adding that performing in crunch situations gives you a much bigger reward. Theres always a reward on the other side of pressure. The bigger the pressure, the bigger the reward. And the thing we do to combat the pressure is just to stay in the moment and take it ball by ball, Punja said in a video released by IPL on X. The youngster also described the unique feeling of bowling in front of packed IPL crowds, saying the atmosphere strangely helps him concentrate better once he steps into his run-up. There were nerves leading up to my over. But maybe its a thing of the IPL where the moment youre in the middle and youre bowling and youre in your run-up, its like the outside world just shuts down. You cant hear the noise, you cant hear the music, you cant hear anything else. Its just you, the batsman and the ball, he explained. Punja, who comes from the UAE cricket system, said playing in the IPL had always been a major dream for aspiring cricketers back home. No surprise to say that the IPL is the biggest cricket league in the world. And coming from the UAE, where a few kids would dream of being in the IPL as cricketers in the UAE, I just wanted to do whatever it takes to be a part of the best league in the world, he said. The spinner also spoke about the benefits of moving from being a net bowler to becoming part of the Rajasthan Royals squad, highlighting the support he has received from senior players in the dressing room. Coming from being a net bowler to a player in the team, theres obviously a lot more perks. Being able to talk one-on-one with Sanju sir, Jaddu bhai, Yash bhai and Riyan bhai has been great, whether it is spin bowling with Jaddu bhai or fielding, he said. Punja also praised teammate Ravi Bishnoi for bringing energy and humour to the squad atmosphere. Ravi bhai is a really funny guy. He knows how to lighten up the dressing room. Just from nowhere, hell say something or do something, and hell have the whole dressing room cracking up, Punja said. The youngster also spoke about Rajasthan Royals Pink Promise initiative match, which supports women-led transformation programmes across Rajasthan. Tomorrow weve got the Pink Promise match coming up, where once a year we support Pink during a match to support a woman-led transformation all across Rajasthan, he said. Punja signed off by reiterating his commitment towards Rajasthan Royals and his ambition to one day play for India. Tomorrow weve got the Pink Promise match coming up, where once a year we support Pink during a match to support a woman-led transformation all across Rajasthan, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Acquired for 30 lakh at the IPL 2026 Auction, the 6'6 leg-spinner from Karnataka (born in the UAE) quickly earned praise for his high release point and lethal googly. He has played two matches and taken three wickets at a good economy of 8.25. Article Source: IANS
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Udaipur Dalit bride rides mare again after facing humiliation, villagers rally
Jaipur: What should have been a moment of celebration for a young bride in a village near Udaipur, Rajasthan, has turned into a political campaign for rights after she was forced to dismount from a mare she was riding as part of the festivity. On April 29, in Hariau village under Dabok Police Station limits, 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 .
IPL 2026: 'Sooryavanshi's Batting Approach Is Highrisk, He Doesn't Let Pressure Build, Says Tare
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Former Mumbai wicketkeeper-batter Aditya Tare has hailed Rajasthan Royals batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshis fearless approach, adding that its phenomenal for him to watch the teenaged opener take on the best bowlers in IPL 2026. Sooryavanshi has amassed 404 runs so far for RR and is at fifth spot in the run-making charts. He will be a key batter to watch out for when RR host Gujarat Titans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday evening. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's batting approach is highrisk, especially in the powerplay. He will sometimes get out going for big shots but that's his natural game. He doesn't let pressure build. He attacks from the very first ball. That's what makes him who he is. He scored a century against Gujarat Titans last season in Jaipur. That's the kind of innings he needs to remember. Hopefully, he can extend those batting spells and spend more time in the middle. It is phenomenal to watch him take on the best bowlers in the league during the Powerplay, said Tare on Star Sports. Tare also pointed to GTs middleorder batting issues, noting that despite strong starts, the side has often failed to close out matches early. Gujarat Titans have struggled to finish games early. Their batting coach Matthew Hayden is focusing on this issue. He scored a century against Gujarat Titans last season in Jaipur. That's the kind of innings he needs to remember. Hopefully, he can extend those batting spells and spend more time in the middle. It is phenomenal to watch him take on the best bowlers in the league during the Powerplay, said Tare on Star Sports. Also Read: Live Cricket Score You don't want to waste the strong start given by the top order. So, this is an area GT need to improve. On the bowling front, they look well settled. They have quality options in the pace attack, and Rashid Khan is bowling well in the spin department, he added. Article Source: IANS
Rajasthan Exam Row: Candidates Asked To Remove Mangalsutra, Bangles Before Entry
Strict security arrangements were in place during the laboratory assistant recruitment examination, with 47,457 candidates registered in Tonk district.
Can CSK qualify for top 4? Ashwin makes bold IPL 2026 playoff prediction
Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his IPL 2026 playoff predictions. Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are nearly confirmed for the playoffs. Chennai Super Kings must win all their remaining matches to have a chance. Gujarat Titans, Rajasthan Royals, and Punjab Kings will compete for the other spots. Net run rate is crucial for Chennai's qualification hopes.
Barmer-Haridwar Summer Special Train Announced
Jodhpur, May 9 (Udaipur Kiran) Railways has announced a bi-weekly summer special train between Barmer and Haridwar for the convenience of passengers travelling from western Rajasthan during summer vacations. The train will run via Jodhpur, Medta Road and Bikaner route and will operate 20 trips from both sides. Karni Ram said the decision was ... Read more Barmer-Haridwar Summer Special Train Announced
Ban on Medicines After Deaths at Kota Medical College
Jaipur, May 9 (Udaipur Kiran) Following the deaths of two women after their condition deteriorated post caesarean delivery at Kota Medical College, the Drug Control Department has banned the use of medicines and medical items used during their treatment. Drug Controller Ajay Phatak issued separate letters to Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Limited and medicine ... Read more Ban on Medicines After Deaths at Kota Medical College
Protest Erupts Outside Jaipur Centre Over Lab Assistant Exam Venue Confusion
Rajasthan RSSB Lab Assistant Exam 2026: According to candidates, the issue occurred at an examination centre in Mansarovar, where the location displayed on Google Maps reportedly differed from the actual venue.
RR head coach raises concerns over Jaipurs new LED floodlights
Rajasthan Royals players struggled with catches under the new LED floodlights at Sawai Mansingh Stadium during their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Coach Kumar Sangakkara said the brighter lights improved visibility but created glare issues for fielders. Ground authorities have since adjusted the lighting direction to help players adapt better.
Rs 5 Gutkha Dispute Turns Violent In Rajasthan, Youth Attacked With Sword
A minor argument over gutkha in Rajasthan's Bhilwara city turned violent after a youth was chased with a sword and later stabbed in the neck.
Over 100 Sick With 'Food Poisoning' After Eating Sweets At Rajasthan Wedding
The sweets, including rasmalai, were prepared for the function on Thursday night and were distributed to locals on Friday.
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans
Jaipur, May 9: The 52nd match of IPL 2026 is set to take place at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, featuring Rajasthan Royals (RR) against Gujarat Titans (GT). This match promises to be thrilling. RR aims to secure a win to strengthen their playoff chances by moving into the top two, while GT seeks victory to solidify ... Read more IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans
Three women critical after C-section Complications at hospital in Rajasthan
Kota: The condition of three out of the four women undergoing treatment for kidney infection they contracted after undergoing caesarean deliveries at a government hospital and medical college here remains critical for the fourth day on Friday. The fourth woman has indicated signs of recovery after dialysis, with satisfactory discharge of urine, officials said. Meanwhile, 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 .
GT look to leapfrog wobbly Royals in mid-table IPL battle
Jaipur, May 8: An upbeat Gujarat Titans will be determined to continue their winning streak and leapfrog a wobbly Rajasthan Royals in their mid-table Indian Premier League clash here on Saturday. Only the net run rate separates the 2022 edition winners Gujarat Titans (-0.147) from the fourth-placed 2008 champion Rajasthan Royals (0.510) in the points []
Rajasthans Chief Minister: Gram-2026 Will Open New Doors for Investors
Hyderabad, May 9: Rajasthans Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma addressed investors at the upcoming Global Rajasthan AgriTech Meet 2026 (Gram-2026) during an investor conference held in Hyderabad. Welcoming investors, agri-tech startups, and industry leaders with the traditional greeting Padharo Mhaaro Desh, he emphasized that Gram-2026 will serve as a major platform for investment opportunities and partnerships ... Read more Rajasthans Chief Minister: Gram-2026 Will Open New Doors for Investors
Gujarat Titans Aim to Settle Scores Against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Clash
Jaipur, May 8: In the 52nd match of IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face off against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Saturday at the Sawai Mansingh Cricket Stadium. GT is determined to avenge their earlier defeat to RR this season. Rajasthan Royals have won 6 out of their 10 matches so far in IPL 2026, ... Read more Gujarat Titans Aim to Settle Scores Against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Clash
Punjab Man Charged in Rajasthan for Anti-National Social Media Activities
Jaipur, May 8: A case has been registered against Gurvinder Singh from Punjab at the Sadar Patti police station in Tarn Taran district, based on intelligence received from the Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad. The police discovered pro-Khalistan content linked to him on various platforms. Authorities are now expanding their investigation to uncover a broader network and ... Read more Punjab Man Charged in Rajasthan for Anti-National Social Media Activities
Rajasthan Excise Department Cracks Down on Illegal Liquor Trade
Udaipur, May 8 (Udaipur Kiran): Acting on the directions of Excise Commissioner Namit Mehta, the Excise Department has intensified its special enforcement campaign against the illegal manufacture, storage, transportation and sale of liquor across Rajasthan. Under the ongoing drive, officials carried out barricading, patrolling and raid operations in several districts and registered multiple cases after ... Read more Rajasthan Excise Department Cracks Down on Illegal Liquor Trade
Rajasthans Healthcare System in Crisis: Ashok Gehlot
Jaipur, May 8: Former Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot launched a scathing attack on the state government following the death of two women due to complications after a cesarean operation at Kotas New Medical Hospital. He alleged that Rajasthans healthcare system has completely collapsed. In a strong statement, Gehlot remarked that the ... Read more Rajasthans Healthcare System in Crisis: Ashok Gehlot
IPL 2026 | Will the Rabada-Siraj combine contain Jaiswal & Sooryavanshi?
CRICKET | The match-up between Gujarat Titans pace attack against the marauding batters from Rajasthan Royals could define who wins this crucial game
Kolkata Knight Riders: Delhi Capitals left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc said he has settled back into the rhythm of T20 cricket and hopes to spark a turnaround in momentum as his side prepares to face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. Seventh-placed DC have eight points and need to break their four-game losing streak at home if they are to be alive in the race to the playoffs. Starc joined DC from their clash against the Rajasthan Royals last week and has picked up three wickets in two games. It took me sort of the first game to get up to speed with T20 again, but the third game for me, and hopefully we can change a bit of our momentum as well. Oh, easy to say coming from a 36yearold with some experience, but I just feel like I've gotten to a place where I could make sure I tick all the boxes of things that I feel like I need to execute skillwise. I've always kind of had that fitness side where I feel like I know what I need to get my body right from a fitness perspective in terms of the gym and the running and time on legs. I could do what I needed to do in terms of T20 cricket with the execution of yorkers, the different skill sets over four overs, not so much the workload side of things, but more about executing the different balls required in this format of the game, Starc said in a pre-game chat with the broadcasters. On the challenge of bowling in the powerplay, Starc explained: I guess it's about getting your head around the size of the grounds here and the wickets and sort of taking, I guess we've heard it time again, taking the ego out of it in terms of the bowling side of things. I guess there's a lot of expectation on the batters these days. You're looking at scores of 250plus or scores over 200 a lot of the time. So the expectation there is there for the batters. In terms of the bowlers, it's trying to stay a step ahead, trying not to be too predictable. We know that the runs are going to flow at times in the power play. It's just trying to take those wickets and trying to get into that middle order through a power play is the best way to stem the flow of runs. So you've got to take the luck when you've got it, but also try and, I guess, not get too far down when the ball does tend to flow around a little bit. Assessing the pitches in New Delhi, where varied surfaces have been on offer in the competition so far, Starc, who won IPL 2024 with KKR, stated that adaptability will be the key to break their hoodoo at home. I watched a couple from the sides when I first got here. I guess the thing that we've taken from this ground is that we've had a different wicket every time we've played here. So I guess it's adapting the quickest out of the teams, and we probably haven't done that to the best of our abilities at home so far this year. I think we're playing on the wicket that was the Punjab game, which I was here at and watched. If it's like that game, it might be nice for batting. But I think it's taking out what's happened in terms of our season or games here and just approaching this game with the best of our ability. KKR wicketkeeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi said every clash is important for them to have a slight chance at entering the playoffs. I think every game from now on is very important. I think I value it (the ongoing season) by the team's success, and I think it was tough at first, but we're finally getting going. If it's like that game, it might be nice for batting. But I think it's taking out what's happened in terms of our season or games here and just approaching this game with the best of our ability. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think it's very important, and it's been really good. I think I haven't been thinking about that too much. It's just been watching the ball and trying to do what I feel at that moment is best for the team. Article Source: IANS
Kolkata Knight Riders: Delhi Capitals left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc said he has settled back into the rhythm of T20 cricket and hopes to spark a turnaround in momentum as his side prepares to face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their IPL 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Seventh-placed DC are having eight points and need to break their four-game losing streak at home if they are to be alive in the race to playoffs. Starc joined DC from their clash against Rajasthan Royals last week and has picked three wickets in two games. It took me sort of the first game to get up to speed with T20 again, but third game for me, and hopefully we can change a bit of our momentum as well. Oh, easy to say coming from a 36yearold with some experience, but I just feel like I got to a place where I could make sure I tick all the boxes of things that I feel like I need to execute skillwise. I've always kind of had that fitness side where I feel like I know what I need to get my body right from a fitness perspective in terms of the gym and the running and time on legs. I could do what I needed to do in terms of T20 cricket with the execution of yorkers, the different skill sets over four overs, not so much the workload side of things, but more about executing the different balls required in this format of the game, Starc said in a pre-game chat with the broadcasters. On the challenge of bowling in the powerplay, Starc explained: I guess it's about getting your head around the size of the grounds here and the wickets and sort of taking, I guess we've heard it time again, taking the ego out of it in terms of the bowling side of things. I guess there's a lot of expectation on the batters these days. You're looking at scores of 250plus or scores over 200 a lot of the time. So the expectation there is there for the batters. In terms of the bowlers, it's trying to stay a step ahead, try not to be too predictable. We know that the runs are going to flow at times in the power play. It's just trying to take those wickets and trying to get into that middle order through a power play is the best way to stem the flow of runs. So you've got to take the luck when you've got it, but also try and, I guess, not get too far down when the ball does tend to flow around a little bit. Assessing the pitches in New Delhi, where varied surfaces have been on offer in the competition so far, Starc, who won IPL 2024 with KKR, stated that adaptability will be the key to break their hoodoo at home. I watched a couple from the sides when I first got here. I guess the thing that we've taken from this ground is we've had a different wicket every time we've played here. So I guess it's adapting the quickest out of the teams and we probably haven't done that to the best of our abilities at home so far this year. I think we're playing on the wicket that was the Punjab game, which I was here at and watched. If it's like that game, it might be nice for batting. But I think it's taking out what's happened in terms of our season or games here and just approaching this game with the best of our ability. KKR wicketkeeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi said every clash is important for them to have a slight chance at entering the playoffs. I think every game from now is very important. I think I value it (the ongoing season) by the team's success and I think it was tough at first, but we're finally getting going. If it's like that game, it might be nice for batting. But I think it's taking out what's happened in terms of our season or games here and just approaching this game with the best of our ability. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think it's very important, and it's been really good. I think I haven't been thinking about that too much. It's just been watching the ball and trying to do what I feel at that moment is best for the team. Article Source: IANS
Op Sindoor a testament to swift, precise and joint response of Indian defence forces: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, May 08: Operation Sindoor is a testament to the swift, precise, and joint response of the Indian Defence Forces to safeguard national interests, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as he called upon the Commanders of the three Services to remain future-ready by learning from the operation as well as the current global security landscape. Addressing the second edition of Joint Commanders Conference in Jaipur, Rajasthan on May 08, 2026, he described Op Sindoor as a short-duration, deep-penetration, high-intensity, and high-impact operation which showcased Indias ability to compel its adversary to surrender. The operation was a demonstration of Indias growing capabilities and a symbol of the nations collective resolve & new military ethos, he added. Defence Minister underscored the need to strengthen capabilities in artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, data analytics and secure communication networks to stay prepared in the rapidly evolving geopolitical security scenario. He emphasised that future conflicts will increasingly be shaped by hybrid threats, information dominance and operations conducted simultaneously across cyber, space, electromagnetic & cognitive domains. Highlighting the transformative impact of emerging technologies, he stressed on the importance of ensuring integrated national preparedness across all spectrums of conflict. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh appreciated the progress achieved in enhancing jointness, integration and technological adoption across the three Services. He stated that jointness constitutes a pivotal dimension within the transformative changes sweeping across the global defence sector. Future wars will not be won solely through weaponry, but through innovative thinking and enhanced synergy, he said. Defence Minister exhorted the Commanders to cultivate the element of surprise to remain unpredictable to the nations adversaries and secure a strategic edge in any given situation. He, however, urged them to remain vigilant of the element of surprise of the enemy and always stay two steps ahead. Defence Minister reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Governments commitment to enhancing the capabilities of the defence forces through state-of-the-art weapons and platforms. He added that special focus is being laid on research in niche domains. During the conference, Defence Minister released a documentary film on Operation Sindoor. The film reaffirms the Nations and Defence Forces commitment to operational preparedness and decisive national response capabilities. He also released the Hindi Version of Vision 2047 and the Joint Doctrine for Integrated Communication Architecture, aimed at strengthening doctrinal clarity, interoperability and integrated communications across the Armed Forces in future multidomain operations. The conference, themed Military Capability in New Domains, brought together the top leadership of the Ministry of Defence and the Indian Defence Forces to deliberate on emerging security challenges & future readiness. Comprehensive deliberations were held on future warfare, multidomain operations, technological transformation and joint capability development. The conference witnessed extensive discussions on cognitive warfare, cyber resilience against evolving quantum and AI-enabled threats, military capability development in emerging domains, indigenous innovation and AI-enabled warfighting concepts. Demonstrations of advanced systems and platforms developed for intelligence fusion, operational planning and information management were also showcased during the conference reflecting growing integration of cutting-edge technologies into joint operational structures. The discussions will contribute significantly towards shaping Indias future military transformation and integrated operational preparedness. The event was attended by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary (Defence Production) Sanjeev Kumar, Secretary (Ex-servicemen Welfare) Sukriti Likhi, Secretary (Defence Finance) Vishvajit Sahay and other senior civil and military officials.
IPL 2026: When And Where To Watch RR Vs GT, Know All Details
Indian Premier League: 2008 champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) will clash with Gujarat Titans (GT) in the match number 52 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to be played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday. The Rajasthan Royals are coming to the contest after suffering a seven-wicket defeat against the Delhi Capitals (DC). RR started off their campaign on a high note with four wins in the first five matches, but their performance has dipped in the next five matches as they have lost three encounters. Riyan Parag's team is currently placed in fourth position with 12 points in ten matches. While the Gujarat Titans are coming to the contest after a hat-trick of wins against the Chennai Super Kings, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and the Punjab Kings. They are placed in fifth position in the points table with 12 points in six matches. They will enter the top four if they beat the Rajasthan Royals. RR and GT have faced each other nine times so far in the IPL. Gujarat Titans hold the upper hand with six wins, while Rajasthan Royals have emerged victorious on three occasions. There have been no ties or no results between the sides. Their first-ever meeting took place on April 14, 2022, which Gujarat Titans won, while their most recent clash on April 4, 2026, ended in a victory for Rajasthan Royals. When: Saturday, May 9, 7:30 PM IST Where: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur Where to watch: The RR vs GT match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The RR vs GT match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag (captain), Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Dasun Shanaka, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Adam Milne, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Tushar Deshpande, Shubham Dubey, Nandre Burger, Kuldeep Sen, Sushant Mishra, Donovan Ferreira, Kwena Maphaka, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Vignesh Puthur, Ravi Singh, Aman Rao Perala, Brijesh Sharma Article Source: IANS
Hrithik Roshan recreates Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai hookstep at wedding baraat, watch
Twenty-six years after Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai, Hrithik Roshan recreated his iconic hookstep at a wedding baraat in Rajasthan. The actors effortless moves and infectious energy have left fans nostalgic, with videos now going viral online
Rajasthan man held in Byndoor house theft case; 6 lakh recovered
A complaint was filed by Raval Singh about burglars entering his locked house between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. on April 23 and decamping with 6 lakh kept in a cupboard.
IPL 2026: BCCI Finally Reacting To IPLs Core Principles, Says Founder Lalit Modi
Indian Premier League: Indian Premier League (IPL) founder Lalit Modi has welcomed the Board of Control for Cricket in Indias (BCCI) decision to introduce stricter regulations for IPL players, calling it a step in the right direction to safeguard the integrity of the league. Praising the board and its Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) for acting against potential security threats and honey-trapping concerns, Modi said he was glad the BCCI had responded strongly after repeatedly warning over the past month about the dangers facing players and the tournament ecosystem. Finally, the BCCI is reacting to what has always been the core principle of the IPL and moving in the right direction. Im glad theyre doing so. This is a strong decision from the BCCI in that regard. Ive already made these comments over the last month regarding the dangers posed by such activities, and Im happy that the BCCI and the ACSU are taking action. Its the best thing for the game going forward, Modi told IANS in a telephonic conversation. Earlier, Riyan Parag, captain of Rajasthan Royals, was reportedly seen vaping inside the dressing room during a match against Punjab Kings in New Chandigarh. The BCCI has taken a strict stance on such incidents, stating that anyone found engaging in such conduct could face action under the applicable statutory framework. Following the incident, the BCCI issued a seven-page advisory to all 10 IPL franchises, warning them about the potential dangers of targeted honey-trapping during the tournament. The board also stated that it would conduct unannounced surprise checks to ensure strict compliance with the leagues regulatory and operational guidelines. According to the directive, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia noted that no individual, irrespective of their relationship with a player or official, would be allowed to enter a team members room without prior approval and the knowledge of the team manager. In his communication to franchises, Saikia wrote: The BCCI/IPL Operations Team may conduct periodic checks to assess adherence to the directives set forth in this advisory. Team managers are required to maintain records of all approved guest visits and hotel movements. According to the directive, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia noted that no individual, irrespective of their relationship with a player or official, would be allowed to enter a team members room without prior approval and the knowledge of the team manager. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Shukla added that fans and outsiders would no longer be allowed to meet players inside team hotels or buses. The new protocols are expected to be implemented in the coming days to ensure tighter security and better protection for cricketers throughout the league. Article Source: IANS
