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<p>In a major boost to the country's defence technology upgradation, India successfully demonstrated its capability to destroy fixed-wing aircraft, missiles, and swarm drones using a 30-kilowatt laser-based weapon system.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) officials tested the 30-kilowatt laser-based directed-energy weapon (DEW) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, successfully. With this technology, India joins the elite list of countries like the United States, China and Russia having advanced laser weapon capabilities.<br>In the trials, the indigenously designed and developed Mk-II(A) DEW system successfully engaged fixed-wing drones at long range, thwarted a multiple drone attack, and destroyed enemy surveillance sensors and antennae.</p>
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&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1911368349537181977?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>DRDO developed this directed-energy weapon (DEW), which is now ready for production and deployment across various military platforms.&nbsp;<br><br>DRDO chairman Dr Samir V Kamat said, &ldquo;This is just the beginning of the journey. The synergy that this lab has achieved with other DRDO labs, industry and academia, I am sure we will reach our destination soon.&rdquo;<br><br></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh: DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat says, "...This is just the beginning of the journey. The synergy that this lab has achieved with other DRDO labs, industry and academia, I am sure we will reach our destination soon... We are also working on other&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/toO7xuAo9K">https://t.co/toO7xuAo9K</a> <a href="https://t.co/VjC9tS6WGF">pic.twitter.com/VjC9tS6WGF</a></p>
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<p><br>&ldquo;We are also working on other high energy systems like high energy microwaves, electromagnetic pulse. So we are working on a number of technologies that will give us Star Wars capability. What you saw today was one of the components of Star Wars technologies,&rdquo; he added.<br>&ldquo;As far as I know, it is the United States, Russia and China that have demonstrated this capability. Israel is also working on similar capabilities, I would say we are the fourth or fifth country in the world to demonstrate this system,&rdquo; Kamat said.<br><br><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-seeking-to-deploy-nuclear-weapons-in-space-warns-nato-chief-8957098">Russia seeking to deploy nuclear weapons in space, warns NATO chief</a></strong><br><br>The 30-kilowatt laser weapon system can destroy aerial threats like drones and helicopters in a range of 5 kilometers. It features advanced electronic warfare capabilities, including jamming communication and satellite signals.<br>The system is equipped with a 360-degree Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensor for precise targeting and can be rapidly deployed via air, rail, road, or sea.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also Read |<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/post/8955829" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Indian pharma warehouse in Ukraine hit by Russian missile: Ukrainian embassy</a></strong><br><br>Dr BK Das, Director General (Electronics &amp; Communication System) DRDO, said: &ldquo;For the first time, we are showing a technology in use and its devastation. This shows how far we are going in our technology maturity... What you saw is a completely indigenous product of many DRDO laboratories working in synergy with startups, academic institutions and industries. We are confident that we are going to reach high power very soon... We are planning to deploy similar systems with slight modifications on ships to prove the capability.&rdquo;<br><br>Dr Jagannath Nayak, director of the Centre for High Energy System, and Sciences (CHESS), DRDO, said, &ldquo;Whatever we have achieved today is a great success. This is one of the new and emerging weapon systems.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also Read |<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-technology/now-a-simple-blood-test-could-detect-parkinsons-disease-long-before-symptoms-emerge-8957415" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Now a simple blood test could detect Parkinson&rsquo;s disease long before symptoms emerge</a></strong></p>
<p>DRDO is also developing more powerful systems with an operational range of 20 kilometres to target high-speed aerial threats like missiles and unmanned aerial systems.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The increased use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) worldwide has created the demand for advanced anti-drone technologies.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>

India News: In the trials, the indigenously designed and developed Mk-II(A) DEW system successfully engaged fixed-wing drones at long range, thwarted a multiple drone attack, and destroyed enemy surveillance sensors and antennae.

In a major boost to the country's defence technology upgradation, India successfully demonstrated its capability to destroy fixed-wing aircraft, missiles, and swarm drones using a 30-kilowatt laser-based weapon system. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) officials tested the 30-kilowatt laser-based directed-energy weapon (DEW) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, successfully. With this technology, India joins the elite list of countries like the United States, China and Russia having advanced laser weapon capabilities. In the trials, the indigenously designed and developed Mk-II(A) DEW system successfully engaged fixed-wing drones at long range, thwarted a multiple drone attack, and destroyed enemy surveillance sensors and antennae. #WATCH | Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh: For the first time, India has showcased its capability to shoot down fixed-wing aircraft, missiles and swarm drones using a 30-kilowatt laser-based weapon system. India has joined list of selected countries, including the US, China, and Russia,… pic.twitter.com/fjGHmqH8N4 — ANI (@ANI) April 13, 2025 DRDO developed this directed-energy weapon (DEW), which is now ready for production and deployment across various military platforms. DRDO chairman Dr Samir V Kamat said, “This is just the beginning of the journey. The synergy that this lab has achieved with other DRDO labs, industry and academia, I am sure we will reach our destination soon.” #WATCH | Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh: DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat says, "...This is just the beginning of the journey. The synergy that this lab has achieved with other DRDO labs, industry and academia, I am sure we will reach our destination soon... We are also working on other… https://t.co/toO7xuAo9K pic.twitter.com/VjC9tS6WGF — ANI (@ANI) April 13, 2025 “We are also working on other high energy systems like high energy microwaves, electromagnetic pulse. So we are working on a number of technologies that will give us Star Wars capability. What you saw today was one of the components of Star Wars technologies,” he added. “As far as I know, it is the United States, Russia and China that have demonstrated this capability. Israel is also working on similar capabilities, I would say we are the fourth or fifth country in the world to demonstrate this system,” Kamat said. Also read | Russia seeking to deploy nuclear weapons in space, warns NATO chief The 30-kilowatt laser weapon system can destroy aerial threats like drones and helicopters in a range of 5 kilometers. It features advanced electronic warfare capabilities, including jamming communication and satellite signals. The system is equipped with a 360-degree Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensor for precise targeting and can be rapidly deployed via air, rail, road, or sea. Also Read | Indian pharma warehouse in Ukraine hit by Russian missile: Ukrainian embassy Dr BK Das, Director General (Electronics & Communication System) DRDO, said: “For the first time, we are showing a technology in use and its devastation. This shows how far we are going in our technology maturity... What you saw is a completely indigenous product of many DRDO laboratories working in synergy with startups, academic institutions and industries. We are confident that we are going to reach high power very soon... We are planning to deploy similar systems with slight modifications on ships to prove the capability.” Dr Jagannath Nayak, director of the Centre for High Energy System, and Sciences (CHESS), DRDO, said, “Whatever we have achieved today is a great success. This is one of the new and emerging weapon systems.” Also Read | Now a simple blood test could detect Parkinson’s disease long before symptoms emerge DRDO is also developing more powerful systems with an operational range of 20 kilometres to target high-speed aerial threats like missiles and unmanned aerial systems. The increased use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) worldwide has created the demand for advanced anti-drone technologies. (With inputs from agencies)

India develops ‘Star Wars’-style laser weapon to destroy drones, missiles, joins elite list | WATCH

<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Sai Sudharsan has been wreaking havoc in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) as he continues to impress for Gujarat Titans. It seemed like a very good move to GT during the auctions for Sudharsan as he had provided of his talent in the last two seasons. Looking at the start he has made to this IPL 2025, the $990,000 they retained him for seems like a steal.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Sai Sudharsan&rsquo;s IPL 2025</strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">The stylish left-hander from Tamil Nadu has been the epitome of consistency, becoming the first batter in this IPL to score 300 runs after being the first Indian to get to 200 runs earlier in the IPL. Sudharsan notched his fourth fifty in just six innings in this IPL with a knock of 56 off just 37 balls against Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow on Saturday to provide the Titans with the perfect start again.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Sudharsan has set the pace for Titans in the Powerplay and only Nicholas Pooran has scored more runs than him in this IPL. Sudharsan&rsquo;s 329 runs in this IPL have come at an average of 54.83 and a strike rate of 151.61.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">He&rsquo;s been the lynchpin for Gujarat Titans in this edition with scores of 74, 63, 49, 5, 82 and 56. At just 23, Sudharsan has already mastered the vagaries of a format as fickle as T20 and his career IPL average of 48.67 is the highest ever for any player in the tournament with at least 200 runs. He has formed a particularly formidable partnership with captain Shubman Gill, with the duo being the only two players to register more than 10 scores of 50 plus for Gujarat Titans in the IPL. The pair have put on 50-plus runs 12 of the 24 times they have batted together in the IPL, including four hundred-run partnerships.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Despite being a classical and technically adept batsman, Sudharsan has made the transition to T20 cricket rather seamlessly with the IPL usually seeing him at the peak of his powers in the last three seasons. He is, in fact, the only left-hander to score 10 50-plus scores in the IPL since the start of the 2020 edition.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Sudharsan has carried his sparkling from the last season to this year and now has as many as seven scores of 50-plus in just his last 10 innings in the IPL. Sudharsan was the leading run-getter for the Titans in IPL 2024 as well, scoring 527 at an average of 47.9. Sudharsan is also the fastest Indian ever to score 1000 runs in the IPL.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Sudharsan&rsquo;s ability to score runs at a brisk pace without taking undue risks is what sets him apart as he gets a huge volume of runs while playing conventional cricketing shots with his ability to pierce the gaps being a standout.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">With Gujarat Titans being top-heavy, Sudharsan&rsquo;s runs have been a big reason for them sitting at number 2 on the points table in this IPL and looking good for a playoff berth at this stage.</p>

India News | Sports: Sudharsan notched his fourth fifty in just six innings in this IPL with a knock of 56 off just 37 balls against Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow.

Sai Sudharsan has been wreaking havoc in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) as he continues to impress for Gujarat Titans. It seemed like a very good move to GT during the auctions for Sudharsan as he had provided of his talent in the last two seasons. Looking at the start he has made to this IPL 2025, the $990,000 they retained him for seems like a steal. Sai Sudharsan’s IPL 2025 The stylish left-hander from Tamil Nadu has been the epitome of consistency, becoming the first batter in this IPL to score 300 runs after being the first Indian to get to 200 runs earlier in the IPL. Sudharsan notched his fourth fifty in just six innings in this IPL with a knock of 56 off just 37 balls against Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow on Saturday to provide the Titans with the perfect start again. Sudharsan has set the pace for Titans in the Powerplay and only Nicholas Pooran has scored more runs than him in this IPL. Sudharsan’s 329 runs in this IPL have come at an average of 54.83 and a strike rate of 151.61. He’s been the lynchpin for Gujarat Titans in this edition with scores of 74, 63, 49, 5, 82 and 56. At just 23, Sudharsan has already mastered the vagaries of a format as fickle as T20 and his career IPL average of 48.67 is the highest ever for any player in the tournament with at least 200 runs. He has formed a particularly formidable partnership with captain Shubman Gill, with the duo being the only two players to register more than 10 scores of 50 plus for Gujarat Titans in the IPL. The pair have put on 50-plus runs 12 of the 24 times they have batted together in the IPL, including four hundred-run partnerships. Despite being a classical and technically adept batsman, Sudharsan has made the transition to T20 cricket rather seamlessly with the IPL usually seeing him at the peak of his powers in the last three seasons. He is, in fact, the only left-hander to score 10 50-plus scores in the IPL since the start of the 2020 edition. Sudharsan has carried his sparkling from the last season to this year and now has as many as seven scores of 50-plus in just his last 10 innings in the IPL. Sudharsan was the leading run-getter for the Titans in IPL 2024 as well, scoring 527 at an average of 47.9. Sudharsan is also the fastest Indian ever to score 1000 runs in the IPL. Sudharsan’s ability to score runs at a brisk pace without taking undue risks is what sets him apart as he gets a huge volume of runs while playing conventional cricketing shots with his ability to pierce the gaps being a standout. With Gujarat Titans being top-heavy, Sudharsan’s runs have been a big reason for them sitting at number 2 on the points table in this IPL and looking good for a playoff berth at this stage.

Sai Sudharsan's IPL 2025 in numbers as star Gujarat Titans batter continues to impress

<p>Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a commanding victory over Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday (April 13). Chasing 174, they made it look very easy with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/phil-salt">Phil Salt</a> set the tone with a fiery 65 off just 33 balls and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/virat-kohli">Virat Kohli</a> anchoring the innings with a crucial 62* off 45 balls.</p>
<p>The night was even more special for Kohli as he brought up his 100th T20 half-century &mdash; becoming the first Indian and only the second player after David Warner (108 fifties) to achieve this milestone.</p>
<p>RCB, wearing their iconic green jersey for their environmental initiative, were aggressive from the very first over. Salt took charge and played fearless cricket, hitting boundaries putting the Rajasthan bowlers under pressure.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-another-day-another-milestone-virat-kohli-joins-this-t20-elite-group-smashes-100-half-centuries-8958175">IPL 2025: Another day, another milestone: Virat Kohli joins THIS T20 elite group, becomes first Indian to...</a></strong></p>
<p>He brought up his half-century in just 28 balls before getting dismissed in the ninth over. By that time, RCB were speeding up at ten runs an over.</p>
<p>Kohli, who started off cautiously, shifted gears after Salt&rsquo;s departure and Devdutt Padikkal gave a strong support with 40 off 28 deliveries. The duo stitched together a smooth partnership, wrapping up the chase in just 17.3 overs.This marked RCB&rsquo;s fourth win in six games &nbsp;all away from home.</p>
<h2>Yashasvi finds rhythm</h2>
<p>Earlier, Rajasthan Royals made a steady start after being asked to bat first. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/yashasvi-jaiswal" rel="dofollow">Yashasvi Jaiswal</a> looked in good touch and top-scored with 75 off 47 deliveries. Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag chipped scored decent but the Royals never really got into the beast mode.</p>
<p>Their final score of 173/4 looked decent, but lacked the firepower to challenge RCB&rsquo;s in-form batting.&nbsp;Despite it being their first home game of the season, RR couldn&rsquo;t make the most of it. RCB&rsquo;s clinical chase, led by two outstanding knocks, left the host clueless and sealed a comfortable win for the visitors.</p>

India News, Cricket, Sports: The evening was even more special for Kohli as he brought up his 100th T20 half-century — becoming the first Indian to achieve this milestone

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a commanding victory over Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday (April 13). Chasing 174, they made it look very easy with Phil Salt set the tone with a fiery 65 off just 33 balls and Virat Kohli anchoring the innings with a crucial 62* off 45 balls. The night was even more special for Kohli as he brought up his 100th T20 half-century — becoming the first Indian and only the second player after David Warner (108 fifties) to achieve this milestone. RCB, wearing their iconic green jersey for their environmental initiative, were aggressive from the very first over. Salt took charge and played fearless cricket, hitting boundaries putting the Rajasthan bowlers under pressure. Also Read: IPL 2025: Another day, another milestone: Virat Kohli joins THIS T20 elite group, becomes first Indian to... He brought up his half-century in just 28 balls before getting dismissed in the ninth over. By that time, RCB were speeding up at ten runs an over. Kohli, who started off cautiously, shifted gears after Salt’s departure and Devdutt Padikkal gave a strong support with 40 off 28 deliveries. The duo stitched together a smooth partnership, wrapping up the chase in just 17.3 overs.This marked RCB’s fourth win in six games all away from home. Yashasvi finds rhythm Earlier, Rajasthan Royals made a steady start after being asked to bat first. Yashasvi Jaiswal looked in good touch and top-scored with 75 off 47 deliveries. Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag chipped scored decent but the Royals never really got into the beast mode. Their final score of 173/4 looked decent, but lacked the firepower to challenge RCB’s in-form batting. Despite it being their first home game of the season, RR couldn’t make the most of it. RCB’s clinical chase, led by two outstanding knocks, left the host clueless and sealed a comfortable win for the visitors.

IPL 2025: Virat, Salt guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to nine-wicket win Rajasthan Royals

<p>Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting star <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/virat-kohli">Virat Kohli</a> once again entered record books while pulling off his chase masterclass against Rajasthan Royals and became just the second batter to complete a century of half-centuries in the T20 format.</p>
<p>In the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/indian-premier-league">Indian Premier League</a> (IPL) 2025, Virat played the anchor role for the Royal Challengers during their pursuit of a competitive 174-run target. While Salt went berserk at one end, Virat maintained his composure to keep the scoreboard ticking with his commanding strike rotation.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-fans-troll-riyan-parag-for-dropping-virat-kohlis-catch-during-rr-vs-rcb-game-8958059">IPL 2025: Fans troll Riyan Parag for dropping Virat Kohli's catch during RR vs RCB game</a></strong></p>
<p>Virat joined the former Australian opener <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/david-warner">David Warner</a> for the record in the 15th over of the innings after dispatching the ball past the boundary rope to register his 100th fifty in the T20s. The Indian batter entered the elite club, which only featured Warner as its sole member till now. The former Australia star has a staggering 108 half-centuries to his name in the T20 format.</p>
<h2>Kohli, Salt drive RCB to big win</h2>
<p>Coming to the match, RCB openers Virat Kohli and Phil Salt slammed half-centuries and shared a 92-run partnership to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a nine-wicket win against hosts Rajasthan Royals.</p>
<p>Salt made a quickfire 65 off 33 balls, his highest score this season, while Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 off 45 balls as RCB chased down the target with 15 balls to spare. Devdutt Padikkal also scored an unbeaten 40 off 28 balls.</p>
<p>Earlier, RR opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 75 off 47 balls, his second half-century of the season, and shared two productive partnerships with RR skipper Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India News, Cricket, Sports: Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 and helped the team register a big win over RR. His innings was laced with four boundaries and two sixes

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting star Virat Kohli once again entered record books while pulling off his chase masterclass against Rajasthan Royals and became just the second batter to complete a century of half-centuries in the T20 format. In the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Virat played the anchor role for the Royal Challengers during their pursuit of a competitive 174-run target. While Salt went berserk at one end, Virat maintained his composure to keep the scoreboard ticking with his commanding strike rotation. Also Read: IPL 2025: Fans troll Riyan Parag for dropping Virat Kohli's catch during RR vs RCB game Virat joined the former Australian opener David Warner for the record in the 15th over of the innings after dispatching the ball past the boundary rope to register his 100th fifty in the T20s. The Indian batter entered the elite club, which only featured Warner as its sole member till now. The former Australia star has a staggering 108 half-centuries to his name in the T20 format. Kohli, Salt drive RCB to big win Coming to the match, RCB openers Virat Kohli and Phil Salt slammed half-centuries and shared a 92-run partnership to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a nine-wicket win against hosts Rajasthan Royals. Salt made a quickfire 65 off 33 balls, his highest score this season, while Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 off 45 balls as RCB chased down the target with 15 balls to spare. Devdutt Padikkal also scored an unbeaten 40 off 28 balls. Earlier, RR opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 75 off 47 balls, his second half-century of the season, and shared two productive partnerships with RR skipper Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: Another day, another milestone: Virat Kohli joins THIS T20 elite group, becomes first Indian to...

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<p>Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Rajasthan Royals by nine wickets in the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/indian-premier-league">Indian Premier League</a> (IPL) 2025 clash on Sunday (April 13). Star batter Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 off 45 balls and helped the team register a big win. His innings was laced with four boundaries and two sixes.</p>
<p>However, it was Rajasthan Royals' rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/riyan-parag">Riyan Parag</a>, who was in the firing line from fans on social media after he droppped an easy catch of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/virat-kohli">Virat Kohli</a>. The incident happed in the third over of the innings of Sandeep Sharma.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-random-thought-real-impact-abhishek-sharmas-blazing-141-lifts-srh-and-orange-army-8957958">IPL 2025 | Random thought. Real impact: Abhishek Sharma's blazing 141 lifts SRH and Orange Army</a></strong></p>
<p>Kohli stepped down the track, attempted to loft a cross-seam slower delivery. The shot was mistimed and as a result, the ball straight up in the air. Parag, coming in from mid-on with his sunglasses on, got underneath it but couldn&rsquo;t hold on. It was a crucial moment in the game.</p>
<h2>How fans trolled Riyan Parag:</h2>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Riyan Parag dropped Virat Kohli's catch. <br><br>Once a RCB fan, always a RCB fan! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RRvRCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RRvRCB</a> <a href="https://t.co/AGWJNx8nqN">pic.twitter.com/AGWJNx8nqN</a></p>
&mdash; Utsav 💙 (@utsav__45) <a href="https://twitter.com/utsav__45/status/1911392196235841604?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Riyan Parag is a proper Kohli fanboy.🤡 <a href="https://t.co/FPn80oXItz">pic.twitter.com/FPn80oXItz</a></p>
&mdash; Gems of Cricket (@GemsOfCrickets) <a href="https://twitter.com/GemsOfCrickets/status/1911393464631075212?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>Coming to the match, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit 47-ball 75 to power Rajasthan Royals to 173/4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. On a pitch where the ball stayed low and lacked pace, Jaiswal's batting skills stood out after RCB toss and elected to have a bowl first.</p>
<p>The 23-year-old struck 10 fours and two sixes during his time at the crease.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India News, Cricket, Sports: The incident after Kohli misplaced a shot in third over and Parag who was standing at long off ran to take the catch but dropped an easy one

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Rajasthan Royals by nine wickets in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash on Sunday (April 13). Star batter Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 off 45 balls and helped the team register a big win. His innings was laced with four boundaries and two sixes. However, it was Rajasthan Royals' rounder Riyan Parag, who was in the firing line from fans on social media after he droppped an easy catch of Virat Kohli. The incident happed in the third over of the innings of Sandeep Sharma. Also Read: IPL 2025 | Random thought. Real impact: Abhishek Sharma's blazing 141 lifts SRH and Orange Army Kohli stepped down the track, attempted to loft a cross-seam slower delivery. The shot was mistimed and as a result, the ball straight up in the air. Parag, coming in from mid-on with his sunglasses on, got underneath it but couldn’t hold on. It was a crucial moment in the game. How fans trolled Riyan Parag: Riyan Parag dropped Virat Kohli's catch. Once a RCB fan, always a RCB fan! #RRvRCB pic.twitter.com/AGWJNx8nqN — Utsav 💙 (@utsav__45) April 13, 2025 Riyan Parag is a proper Kohli fanboy.🤡 pic.twitter.com/FPn80oXItz — Gems of Cricket (@GemsOfCrickets) April 13, 2025 Riyan Parag is really a Virat Kohli fan ♥️ pic.twitter.com/smFH7mj4ZY — ' (@viratkohli_un) April 13, 2025 Riyan Parag Kohli Ka Catch Drop Krne Ke Baad Field Pe#RCBvsRR #RRvRCB pic.twitter.com/bBNtGh3PiQ — Dinesh Verma (@DineshVerm1047) April 13, 2025 Coming to the match, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit 47-ball 75 to power Rajasthan Royals to 173/4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. On a pitch where the ball stayed low and lacked pace, Jaiswal's batting skills stood out after RCB toss and elected to have a bowl first. The 23-year-old struck 10 fours and two sixes during his time at the crease. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: Fans troll Riyan Parag for dropping Virat Kohli's catch during RR vs RCB game

<p>Abhishek Sharma scored a brilliant 141 off 55 balls to help <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/sunrisers-hyderabad">Sunrisers Hyderabad</a> (SRH) end their four-match losing streak in IPL 2025. Chasing a mammoth total of 246 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Hyderabad, SRH won it comfortably with nine balls to spare, all thanks to Abhishek&rsquo;s record-breaking knock of 141.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/abhishek-sharma">Abhishek Sharma</a> brought out a handwritten note from his pocket after reaching his hundred. It read, &ldquo;This one is for the Orange Army.&rdquo; That showed how much he wanted to contribute for the team and win it for them.</p>
<p>&ldquo;I wrote it today itself,&rdquo; Abhishek said after the match. &ldquo;Because I usually wake up and write something. I got a random thought that if I do something today, that would be for the Orange Army. Luckily, today I felt like it was my day.&rdquo;</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/psl-multan-sultans-to-donate-356-for-every-six-and-wicket-to-palestinian-charities-8957903">PSL: ​Multan Sultans to donate $356 for every six and wicket to Palestinian charities</a></strong></p>
<p>The left-handed opener hit 14 fours and 10 sixes during his innings. He was involved in a 171-run opening stand with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/travis-head">Travis Head</a> in just 12.2 overs, setting up SRH's highest successful chase this season.</p>
<h2>'I never play anything behind the wicket'</h2>
<p>&ldquo;If you've seen me close enough, I never play anything behind the wicket,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;But I was still trying few shots because they had a pretty good plan for us outside off. So, I wanted to just invent a few shots which I think was very easy on this pitch because of the bounce and the boundary size on one side.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Coming to the match, SRH were under pressure after four consecutive losses. Both openers had failed to capitalise in recent games. However, Abhishek said the mood in the camp remained positive.</p>
<p>&ldquo;I&rsquo;d be lying if I say there was no pressure,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;There is pressure if you don&rsquo;t do well in three or four innings, especially if your team&rsquo;s losing. But I never felt that we&rsquo;ve been losing games. Nobody in the team had a negative mindset, there was only positivity from everyone.&rdquo;</p>
<p>With this win, SRH have moved up to eighth on the points table. They next face Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday (April17).&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India News, Cricket, Sports: Abhishek brought out a handwritten note from his pocket after reaching his century in some style. It read, 'This one is for the Orange Army'

Abhishek Sharma scored a brilliant 141 off 55 balls to help Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) end their four-match losing streak in IPL 2025. Chasing a mammoth total of 246 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Hyderabad, SRH won it comfortably with nine balls to spare, all thanks to Abhishek’s record-breaking knock of 141. Abhishek Sharma brought out a handwritten note from his pocket after reaching his hundred. It read, “This one is for the Orange Army.” That showed how much he wanted to contribute for the team and win it for them. “I wrote it today itself,” Abhishek said after the match. “Because I usually wake up and write something. I got a random thought that if I do something today, that would be for the Orange Army. Luckily, today I felt like it was my day.” Also Read: PSL: Multan Sultans to donate $356 for every six and wicket to Palestinian charities The left-handed opener hit 14 fours and 10 sixes during his innings. He was involved in a 171-run opening stand with Travis Head in just 12.2 overs, setting up SRH's highest successful chase this season. 'I never play anything behind the wicket' “If you've seen me close enough, I never play anything behind the wicket,” he said. “But I was still trying few shots because they had a pretty good plan for us outside off. So, I wanted to just invent a few shots which I think was very easy on this pitch because of the bounce and the boundary size on one side.” Coming to the match, SRH were under pressure after four consecutive losses. Both openers had failed to capitalise in recent games. However, Abhishek said the mood in the camp remained positive. “I’d be lying if I say there was no pressure,” he said. “There is pressure if you don’t do well in three or four innings, especially if your team’s losing. But I never felt that we’ve been losing games. Nobody in the team had a negative mindset, there was only positivity from everyone.” With this win, SRH have moved up to eighth on the points table. They next face Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday (April17). (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025 | Random thought. Real impact: Abhishek Sharma's blazing 141 lifts SRH and Orange Army

<p>At least eight people, including two women, were killed and seven others injured in an explosion that led to a fire at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh on Sunday (April 13). The fireworks plant is in the Kailasa town of Kotavutla mandal in the Anakapalli district.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The accident occurred at around 12:45 pm, and locals are also assisting the officials in recovering the bodies and shifting the injured to hospitals, a police official said.</p>
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<p>Sources said that six people died on the spot while two others critically injured succumbed at the hospital.&nbsp;<br>Most of the dead and injured are from Samarlakota in the joint East Godavari district. As per local inputs, the factory, which is famous for making rocket firecrackers, had employed a large number of workers considering the heavy order rush due to the wedding season.<br><br>The explosion was so massive that it caused the walls of the manufacturing plant to crash. The injured were rushed to Narsipatnam Hospital while police and other officials reached the spot and started rescue operations.</p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives in a factory mishap and announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF for the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 to the injured.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in a factory mishap in Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected.<br><br>An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would&hellip;</p>
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<p>Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the incident and directed Home Minister V Anitha and district officials to ensure the best possible medical care for the injured. He said all the injured were shifted to the hospital and are being treated.</p>
<p><br>&ldquo;Eight people, including two women, died, and several others were injured in the fire accident,&rdquo; Home Minister V Anitha said.<br>The Home Minister also spoke to the Collector and SP about the accident.<br><br>Speaker Ayyannapatrudu expressed deep shock over the fire incident. He expressed deep sympathy to the families of the people who died in the accident and directed the staff of the Narsipatnam Area Hospital to make beds, ventilators and staff available for the care of the injured.</p>
<p>Explosions at firecracker manufacturing and storage units are reported frequently in India. The incidents highlight the extent of India&rsquo;s informal firecracker industry, as well as the lack of proper enforcement of regulations to eliminate illegal production.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read |<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/father-son-duo-among-3-killed-in-west-bengal-as-protest-against-new-waqf-law-turns-violent-8955166" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">3 killed in West Bengal as protests against Waqf law turn violent; Calcutta HC orders deployment of central forces</a></strong></p>
<p>The working of firecracker factories in India is governed by the Explosives Act, 1884, and the Explosive Rules, 2008, which mandate licences, safety audits, and storage limits. Under the rules, all factories must maintain fire-safety equipment, ensure proper ventilation, and train workers in handling hazardous materials, but the enforcement is largely lacking, especially in the unorganised sector, where illegal units thrive.</p>
<p>Recently, on Friday (April 11), two people were killed and two children were injured after an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit collapsed in the Badaun district of Uttar Pradesh, officials said.&nbsp;<br>Earlier, on April 1, a massive blast in an illegal firecracker warehouse in Deesa town of Banaskantha district of Gujarat state had resulted in the deaths of 21 people, including five children and five women.<br>The explosion was so powerful that the building&rsquo;s reinforced cement concrete (RCC) slab roof collapsed, crushing workers and a few families.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read |<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/post/8955829" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Indian pharma warehouse in Ukraine hit by Russian missile: Ukrainian embassy</a></strong></p>
<p>In 2012, an explosion at the Om Sakthi Fireworks Industries factory in Sivakasi, a hub of cracker industry, killed 40 people, while more than 70 were injured. The fireworks factory in which the tragedy occurred did not have a valid licence.</p>
<p>Sivakasi town in Virudhunagar District of Tamil Nadu is known for its firecracker, matchbox, and printing industries, which employ over 250,000 people and have an estimated turnover of $230 million.<br><br>In 2023, an explosion in a firecracker factory at a village in Barasat, West Bengal, killed 9 people and left 12 injured.</p>

India News: The explosion was so massive that it caused the walls of the manufacturing plant to crash. The injured were rushed to Narsipatnam Hospital while police and other officials reached the spot and started rescue operations.

At least eight people, including two women, were killed and seven others injured in an explosion that led to a fire at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh on Sunday (April 13). The fireworks plant is in the Kailasa town of Kotavutla mandal in the Anakapalli district. The accident occurred at around 12:45 pm, and locals are also assisting the officials in recovering the bodies and shifting the injured to hospitals, a police official said. #AndhraPrasesh : Blast at a firecracker factory in Anakapalle district pic.twitter.com/kyIQ6rQ7Dc — WION (@WIONews) April 13, 2025 Sources said that six people died on the spot while two others critically injured succumbed at the hospital. Most of the dead and injured are from Samarlakota in the joint East Godavari district. As per local inputs, the factory, which is famous for making rocket firecrackers, had employed a large number of workers considering the heavy order rush due to the wedding season. The explosion was so massive that it caused the walls of the manufacturing plant to crash. The injured were rushed to Narsipatnam Hospital while police and other officials reached the spot and started rescue operations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives in a factory mishap and announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF for the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 to the injured. Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in a factory mishap in Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would… — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 13, 2025 Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the incident and directed Home Minister V Anitha and district officials to ensure the best possible medical care for the injured. He said all the injured were shifted to the hospital and are being treated. “Eight people, including two women, died, and several others were injured in the fire accident,” Home Minister V Anitha said. The Home Minister also spoke to the Collector and SP about the accident. Speaker Ayyannapatrudu expressed deep shock over the fire incident. He expressed deep sympathy to the families of the people who died in the accident and directed the staff of the Narsipatnam Area Hospital to make beds, ventilators and staff available for the care of the injured. Explosions at firecracker manufacturing and storage units are reported frequently in India. The incidents highlight the extent of India’s informal firecracker industry, as well as the lack of proper enforcement of regulations to eliminate illegal production. Also Read | 3 killed in West Bengal as protests against Waqf law turn violent; Calcutta HC orders deployment of central forces The working of firecracker factories in India is governed by the Explosives Act, 1884, and the Explosive Rules, 2008, which mandate licences, safety audits, and storage limits. Under the rules, all factories must maintain fire-safety equipment, ensure proper ventilation, and train workers in handling hazardous materials, but the enforcement is largely lacking, especially in the unorganised sector, where illegal units thrive. Recently, on Friday (April 11), two people were killed and two children were injured after an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit collapsed in the Badaun district of Uttar Pradesh, officials said. Earlier, on April 1, a massive blast in an illegal firecracker warehouse in Deesa town of Banaskantha district of Gujarat state had resulted in the deaths of 21 people, including five children and five women. The explosion was so powerful that the building’s reinforced cement concrete (RCC) slab roof collapsed, crushing workers and a few families. Also Read | Indian pharma warehouse in Ukraine hit by Russian missile: Ukrainian embassy In 2012, an explosion at the Om Sakthi Fireworks Industries factory in Sivakasi, a hub of cracker industry, killed 40 people, while more than 70 were injured. The fireworks factory in which the tragedy occurred did not have a valid licence. Sivakasi town in Virudhunagar District of Tamil Nadu is known for its firecracker, matchbox, and printing industries, which employ over 250,000 people and have an estimated turnover of $230 million. In 2023, an explosion in a firecracker factory at a village in Barasat, West Bengal, killed 9 people and left 12 injured.

8 killed in explosion at cracker factory in Andhra Pradesh. PM condoles deaths, announces ex-gratia

Tensions remain high in West Bengal’s Murshidabad after a Waqf-related protest escalated into violence, leaving three people dead. Authorities have deployed additional BSF forces, suspended internet services, and arrested 150 individuals. The West Bengal DGP claims the situation is now fully under control.

Murshidabad violence: BSF deployed, internet suspended, 150 arrested

<p>Congress MLA and former India wrestler&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/vinesh-phogat">Vinesh Phogat</a> has been on the receiving end of rampant online trolling ever since she accepted $46 million cash reward from the BJP-led Haryana government.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/congress" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Congress</a><span>&nbsp;</span>MLA received this award under Haryana's premier sports policy, which allows medal-winning athletes to choose between a government job, a land allotment, or a cash reward. The policy grants $69 million for an Olympic gold, $46 million for silver, and $29 million crore for bronze.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Despite being disqualified from the women's 50kg category due to a slight weight infraction in the<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/paris-olympics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Paris Olympics</a>, Phogat was still awarded the cash prize equivalent to a silver medalist.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-not-rohit-or-hardik-abhishek-sharma-credits-this-mi-player-for-key-support-8957660">IPL 2025: Not Rohit or Hardik: Abhishek Sharma credits THIS MI player for key support</a></strong></p>
<p>Several users on X called her decision as opportunistic, questioning why she deserved such a large reward despite not qualifying for the Olympics.</p>
<h2>Here's what Vinesh posted on X:&nbsp;</h2>
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<p>In response, Phogat didn&rsquo;t hold back. She took to social media to address her critics directly, calling them "Rs 2 tweeters" and told them to &ldquo;zip it, sit in a corner and cry.&rdquo; She emphasised that the reward wasn&rsquo;t just for the Paris qualification, but a recognition of her overall contribution to Indian wrestling&mdash;especially her bronze medal at the 2023 World Championships, which had secured a quota spot for India in her weight category.</p>
<p>Vinesh entered the political arena after announcing her retirement from wrestling a short while after she was disqualified from the Paris Olympic Games.</p>

India News, Sports: The state government had assured Phogat of benefits equivalent to that of a silver medallist despite wrestler getting disqualified in dramatic fashion

Congress MLA and former India wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been on the receiving end of rampant online trolling ever since she accepted $46 million cash reward from the BJP-led Haryana government. The Congress MLA received this award under Haryana's premier sports policy, which allows medal-winning athletes to choose between a government job, a land allotment, or a cash reward. The policy grants $69 million for an Olympic gold, $46 million for silver, and $29 million crore for bronze. Despite being disqualified from the women's 50kg category due to a slight weight infraction in the Paris Olympics, Phogat was still awarded the cash prize equivalent to a silver medalist. Also Read: IPL 2025: Not Rohit or Hardik: Abhishek Sharma credits THIS MI player for key support Several users on X called her decision as opportunistic, questioning why she deserved such a large reward despite not qualifying for the Olympics. Here's what Vinesh posted on X: 2 रुपये लेकर ट्वीट करने वालों और फ्री का ज्ञान बाँटने वालों… ज़रा ध्यान से सुनो! तुम्हारी जानकारी के लिए बता दूँ — अब तक करोड़ों के ऑफर ठुकरा चुकी हूँ। सॉफ्ट ड्रिंक्स से लेकर ऑनलाइन गेमिंग तक, पर मैंने कभी अपने उसूलों का सौदा नहीं किया। जो कुछ भी हासिल किया है, मेहनत की… — Vinesh Phogat (@Phogat_Vinesh) April 13, 2025 In response, Phogat didn’t hold back. She took to social media to address her critics directly, calling them "Rs 2 tweeters" and told them to “zip it, sit in a corner and cry.” She emphasised that the reward wasn’t just for the Paris qualification, but a recognition of her overall contribution to Indian wrestling—especially her bronze medal at the 2023 World Championships, which had secured a quota spot for India in her weight category. Vinesh entered the political arena after announcing her retirement from wrestling a short while after she was disqualified from the Paris Olympic Games.

‘Zip it, sit in the corner...and cry’: Vinesh Phogat slams online trolls over Paris Olympics cash support

<p>Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opening batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/abhishek-sharma">Abhishek Sharma</a> was in red-hot form against Punjab Kings (PBKS) during their Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) clash in Hyderabad on Saturday (April 12). The swashbuckling batsman made a blistering 141 off just 55 balls to help his team register a dominating win. His innings was laced with 14 boundaries and 10 sixes.</p>
<p>Post game, the batter revealed that he was battling fever over the last four days but continued to receive words of encouragement from former India cricketer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/yuvraj-singh">Yuvraj Singh</a> and current Mumbai Indians vice-captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/suryakumar-yadav">Suryakumar Yadav</a>.</p>
<p>Abhishek was struggling to find rhythm in the last five games until the big game against PBKS.&nbsp;Yuvraj has been a mentor for Abhishek for a long time while Suryakumar is also a good friend. Keeping rivalry aside, Surya encouraged the SRH batter to move ahead of poor form and try to give his best on the field.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-in-a-heartwarming-gesture-mi-captain-hardik-pandya-gifts-his-bat-to-kashvee-gautam-ahead-of-dc-clash-watch-8957565">IPL 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, MI captain Hardik Pandya gifts his bat to Kashvee Gautam ahead of DC clash-WATCH</a></strong></p>
<p>"To be honest, I was sick for four days-I had a fever. But I feel really grateful to have people like Yuvraj Singh and Suryakumar Yadav around me. They kept calling, kept checking in, and they believed in me," Abhishek said in the post-match press conference.</p>
<p>"Even when I started to doubt myself a little, they didn't. That belief from people like them-it matters a lot. When someone like that believes in you, you start believing in yourself again. For me, it was just about that one innings. I was waiting for it. And today it came," he added.</p>
<h2>'Never felt any negativity in the team'</h2>
<p>Before the start of the Punjab Kings game, Abhishek had only scored 51 runs at an average of 10.50. Abhishek said that there was pressure on him to deliver.</p>
<p>"Of course - if I say there wasn't, I'd be lying. When you don't perform well for three or four innings, and the team loses, the pressure does build up on individual players. But like I said during the post-match ceremony, I never felt any negativity in the team. No one had the mindset of 'we're losing.' Everyone stayed positive," Abhishek said.</p>
<p>"We all knew something big was coming from the team-and luckily, we got to break that four-match losing streak today," the southpaw signed off.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India News, Cricket, Sports: Before the start of the PBKS game, Abhishek had only scored 51 runs at an average of 10.50. He said that there was pressure on him to deliver

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opening batter Abhishek Sharma was in red-hot form against Punjab Kings (PBKS) during their Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) clash in Hyderabad on Saturday (April 12). The swashbuckling batsman made a blistering 141 off just 55 balls to help his team register a dominating win. His innings was laced with 14 boundaries and 10 sixes. Post game, the batter revealed that he was battling fever over the last four days but continued to receive words of encouragement from former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh and current Mumbai Indians vice-captain Suryakumar Yadav. Abhishek was struggling to find rhythm in the last five games until the big game against PBKS. Yuvraj has been a mentor for Abhishek for a long time while Suryakumar is also a good friend. Keeping rivalry aside, Surya encouraged the SRH batter to move ahead of poor form and try to give his best on the field. Also Read: IPL 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, MI captain Hardik Pandya gifts his bat to Kashvee Gautam ahead of DC clash-WATCH "To be honest, I was sick for four days-I had a fever. But I feel really grateful to have people like Yuvraj Singh and Suryakumar Yadav around me. They kept calling, kept checking in, and they believed in me," Abhishek said in the post-match press conference. "Even when I started to doubt myself a little, they didn't. That belief from people like them-it matters a lot. When someone like that believes in you, you start believing in yourself again. For me, it was just about that one innings. I was waiting for it. And today it came," he added. 'Never felt any negativity in the team' Before the start of the Punjab Kings game, Abhishek had only scored 51 runs at an average of 10.50. Abhishek said that there was pressure on him to deliver. "Of course - if I say there wasn't, I'd be lying. When you don't perform well for three or four innings, and the team loses, the pressure does build up on individual players. But like I said during the post-match ceremony, I never felt any negativity in the team. No one had the mindset of 'we're losing.' Everyone stayed positive," Abhishek said. "We all knew something big was coming from the team-and luckily, we got to break that four-match losing streak today," the southpaw signed off. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>DC vs MI Dream11 Prediction:&nbsp;</strong>Out-of-form Mumbai Indians are all set for a date with Delhi Capitals as they go head-to-head in match 29 of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) on Sunday (April 13). Now on a four-match winning streak, DC will look to continue their winning momentum while MI will look to end their poor run. So here's our take on who should make it to the Dream11 for the DC vs MI contest.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;">DC vs MI Match Preview</span></strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">DC and MI will meet for the 36th time on Sunday as the two share a close head-to-head record. Delhi's winning momentum will be a key issue for Mumbai but will have plenty in the tank as they will have Jasprit Bumrah back in the side.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>DC vs MI Dream11 Prediction MyPlaying 11</strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Wicketkeeper:</strong> Ryan Rickelton<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Batters: </strong>Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis<strong><br></strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>All-Rounders: </strong>Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Bowlers:</strong> Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>DC vs MI Head-to-Head Records</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Saturday's meeting between DC and MI will be the 36th between the franchises with the latter leading the way with 19 wins. DC on the other hand have won 16 with no matches ending in no result.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>1. Suryakumar Yadav&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Suryakumar Yadav has a stunning record in this format and has done well for both India and Mumbai Indians. He scored a half century in the previous match and we can back him to do well.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>2. KL Rahul&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">KL Rahul has won player of the match in the previous two matches having scored half centuries in both of them. He will be a good captaincy pick.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>3. Hardik Pandya</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Having wreaked havoc against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in last match, Hardik Pandya would be an easy pick in the Dream11.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2025-updated-points-table-indian-premier-league-rankings-standings-net-run-rate-8888780" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Updated IPL 2025 Points Table': Check points table, match results, NRR with wins, loss and other key details</a></strong></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>DC vs MI Fantasy Cricket Tips</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Both teams have plenty of match-winners, but Hardik Pandya remains the safe bet as he contributes with both bat and ball. He already has proven his worth with bat and also scalped five-for in an earlier game.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians Team Analysis</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>DC:</strong> Delhi Capitals are the only unbeaten team in this edition, having won all four matches. They beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the previous match and are second in the points table. They will be playing at home and look to put up another good performance.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>MI: </strong>Mumbai Indians are struggling so far this season, having won just one out of the five matches. They are eighth in the points table and desperately need to bounce back. This promises to be a closely fought game between these two sides.&nbsp;</span></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium produced exciting high-scoring matches during IPL 2024 and we can expect the same this time. The pitch has generally helped batters while spinners like Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav will have little help later in the innings.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Suggested playing 11 No. 2 for DC vs MI Dream11 Fantasy Cricket</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Wicketkeeper:</strong> KL Rahul (vc), Ryan Rickelton<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Batters: </strong>Suryakumar Yadav, Faf du Plessis, Tilak Varma, Tristan Stubbs<strong><br></strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>All-Rounders: </strong>Hardik Pandya (c), Axar Patel, Naman Dhir<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Bowlers:</strong> Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav<br></span></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;">Match Prediction: Who Will Win DC vs MI?</span></strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Going on form, we predict Delhi Capitals to win the match and continue their winning streak in the IPL. Mumbai Indians' poor form also sees us back as the home team in the IPL 2025 contest.&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><em><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Disclaimer: </strong>The fantasy tips and facts expressed within this article are the author's personal opinions and WION does not promote or endorse any sort of betting activity. They do not reflect the views of WION. It is not a reflection of the actual points you might earn. WION does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.</span></em></p>

India News | Sports: Out-of-form Mumbai Indians are all set for a date with Delhi Capitals as they go head-to-head in match 29 of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025).

DC vs MI Dream11 Prediction: Out-of-form Mumbai Indians are all set for a date with Delhi Capitals as they go head-to-head in match 29 of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) on Sunday (April 13). Now on a four-match winning streak, DC will look to continue their winning momentum while MI will look to end their poor run. So here's our take on who should make it to the Dream11 for the DC vs MI contest. DC vs MI Match Preview DC and MI will meet for the 36th time on Sunday as the two share a close head-to-head record. Delhi's winning momentum will be a key issue for Mumbai but will have plenty in the tank as they will have Jasprit Bumrah back in the side. DC vs MI Dream11 Prediction MyPlaying 11 Wicketkeeper: Ryan Rickelton Batters: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis All-Rounders: Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc DC vs MI Head-to-Head Records Saturday's meeting between DC and MI will be the 36th between the franchises with the latter leading the way with 19 wins. DC on the other hand have won 16 with no matches ending in no result. 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices 1. Suryakumar Yadav Suryakumar Yadav has a stunning record in this format and has done well for both India and Mumbai Indians. He scored a half century in the previous match and we can back him to do well. 2. KL Rahul KL Rahul has won player of the match in the previous two matches having scored half centuries in both of them. He will be a good captaincy pick. 3. Hardik Pandya Having wreaked havoc against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in last match, Hardik Pandya would be an easy pick in the Dream11. ALSO READ | 'Updated IPL 2025 Points Table': Check points table, match results, NRR with wins, loss and other key details DC vs MI Fantasy Cricket Tips Both teams have plenty of match-winners, but Hardik Pandya remains the safe bet as he contributes with both bat and ball. He already has proven his worth with bat and also scalped five-for in an earlier game. Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians Team Analysis DC: Delhi Capitals are the only unbeaten team in this edition, having won all four matches. They beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the previous match and are second in the points table. They will be playing at home and look to put up another good performance. MI: Mumbai Indians are struggling so far this season, having won just one out of the five matches. They are eighth in the points table and desperately need to bounce back. This promises to be a closely fought game between these two sides. Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium produced exciting high-scoring matches during IPL 2024 and we can expect the same this time. The pitch has generally helped batters while spinners like Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav will have little help later in the innings. Suggested playing 11 No. 2 for DC vs MI Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Wicketkeeper: KL Rahul (vc), Ryan Rickelton Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Faf du Plessis, Tilak Varma, Tristan Stubbs All-Rounders: Hardik Pandya (c), Axar Patel, Naman Dhir Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav Match Prediction: Who Will Win DC vs MI? Going on form, we predict Delhi Capitals to win the match and continue their winning streak in the IPL. Mumbai Indians' poor form also sees us back as the home team in the IPL 2025 contest. Disclaimer: The fantasy tips and facts expressed within this article are the author's personal opinions and WION does not promote or endorse any sort of betting activity. They do not reflect the views of WION. It is not a reflection of the actual points you might earn. WION does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.

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<p>In a sweet and heartwarming gesture, Mumbai Indians captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/hardik-pandya">Hardik Pandya</a> kept his word and gifted his bat to pace-bowling woman all-rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kashvee-gautam">Kashvee Gautam</a> ahead of her potential India debut.</p>
<p>Pandya met Kashvee (who plays for Gujarat Giants) during the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/womens-premier-league">Women's Premier League</a> (WPL) match against Mumbai Indians and promised to send a bat for her after he came to know that the Gujarat Giants player idolises him. She had even written HP33 on her bat.</p>
<p>Kashvee made her WPL debut in the 2025 season with Gujarat Giants and played nine matches. She picked 11 wickets and also scored 43 runs. The 21-year-old was the leading wicket-taker for her franchise in the tournament. Her performance bagged her maiden India call-up for the tri-nation One-day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka and South Africa starting on April 27. India will take on Sri Lanka women in the opening match on April 27.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/billie-jean-king-cup-2025-shrivalli-ankita-and-prarthana-script-history-to-help-india-qualify-for-playoffs-8957405">Billie Jean King Cup 2025: Shrivalli, Ankita and Prarthana script history to help India qualify for playoffs</a></strong></p>
<p>Kashvee's second meeting with Pandya took place at the Arun Jaitely Stadium, New Delhi, ahead of the Mumbai Indians' Sunday match against the Delhi Capitals. The MI captain congratulated Kashvee for her maiden call-up and wished her luck for the future.</p>
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<p>For Pandya, the ongoing IPL season has not been so great as Mumbai has only managed to win one in four matches. Mumbai is placed at the penultimate spot in the points table with two points. Mumbai Indians suffered a 12-run loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium earlier this week.</p>
<p>On the other hand, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/axar-patel">Axar Patel</a>-led Delhi Capitals have been on a roll with four successive wins in as many games. The only unbeaten team in the league so far, they are placed at the top of the table with eight points, ahead of Gujarat Titans, on basis of net run rate.</p>
<p>In their last match, KL Rahul's unbeaten 93 powered Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India News, Cricket, Sports: Kashvee made her WPL debut in the 2025 season with Gujarat Giants and played nine matches. She claimed 11 wickets and also scored 43 runs

In a sweet and heartwarming gesture, Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya kept his word and gifted his bat to pace-bowling woman all-rounder Kashvee Gautam ahead of her potential India debut. Pandya met Kashvee (who plays for Gujarat Giants) during the Women's Premier League (WPL) match against Mumbai Indians and promised to send a bat for her after he came to know that the Gujarat Giants player idolises him. She had even written HP33 on her bat. Kashvee made her WPL debut in the 2025 season with Gujarat Giants and played nine matches. She picked 11 wickets and also scored 43 runs. The 21-year-old was the leading wicket-taker for her franchise in the tournament. Her performance bagged her maiden India call-up for the tri-nation One-day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka and South Africa starting on April 27. India will take on Sri Lanka women in the opening match on April 27. Also Read: Billie Jean King Cup 2025: Shrivalli, Ankita and Prarthana script history to help India qualify for playoffs Kashvee's second meeting with Pandya took place at the Arun Jaitely Stadium, New Delhi, ahead of the Mumbai Indians' Sunday match against the Delhi Capitals. The MI captain congratulated Kashvee for her maiden call-up and wished her luck for the future. See the heartwarming video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kashvee Gautam🕉 (@kashvee_18_) For Pandya, the ongoing IPL season has not been so great as Mumbai has only managed to win one in four matches. Mumbai is placed at the penultimate spot in the points table with two points. Mumbai Indians suffered a 12-run loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium earlier this week. On the other hand, the Axar Patel-led Delhi Capitals have been on a roll with four successive wins in as many games. The only unbeaten team in the league so far, they are placed at the top of the table with eight points, ahead of Gujarat Titans, on basis of net run rate. In their last match, KL Rahul's unbeaten 93 powered Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, MI captain Hardik Pandya gifts his bat to Kashvee Gautam ahead of DC clash-WATCH

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lucknow-super-giants" rel="dofollow">Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)</a> are taking giant strides in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a> with powerful performances. Though their batters are to be lauded for their results, the effort the bowlers are putting in must also be acknowledged - premier seamer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shardul-thakur" rel="dofollow">Shardul Thakur</a> thinks so.</p>
<p>Thakur remained unsold at the mega auction late last year but was roped in as Mohsin Khan&rsquo;s replacement at the LSG, returning with 11 wickets from six contested matches thus far &ndash; the second-best. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-viral-video-glenn-maxwell-travis-head-and-marcus-stoinis-indulge-in-mid-pitch-banter-during-ipl-2025-classic-8957260" rel="dofollow">Watch Viral Video: Aussie star trio indulge in mid-pitch banter during IPL 2025 classic</a></strong></p>
<p>Meanwhile, with how runs are flowing for fun this season, there is no place for the bowlers to hide, and what is worse? The commentators are taking a jibe at them for being unable to restrict the batters from going gaga over hitting boundaries. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<p>Against Gujarat Titans (GT) in LSG&rsquo;s last home game on Saturday, Thakur conceded 34 runs from four overs but picked up two wickets. After the game, he addressed the criticism the bowlers are facing, arguing the commentators are being too harsh on them without knowing how T20 cricket is shaping up in the batter&rsquo;s favour and that hitting 200 or more in an inning is now becoming a norm.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"I&rsquo;ve always believed that, as a bowling unit, we&rsquo;ve bowled well throughout the season. A lot of times in commentary, there&rsquo;s criticism &mdash; they try to be hard on the bowlers. &nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;But you have to understand that cricket is moving in a certain direction where 200+ scores are becoming more common. And like you said, criticism will always be there &mdash; especially from commentators," Thakur said in the post-match presser in Lucknow. &nbsp;</p>
<p>He said it&rsquo;s easier for anyone to sit inside a studio and comment on someone&rsquo;s bowling, instead, they must realise what the bowlers go through out there in the middle. &nbsp;</p>
<p>"It&rsquo;s easy to sit in a studio and comment on someone&rsquo;s bowling, but they don&rsquo;t see the real picture out there on the ground. I&rsquo;m sure they should look at their own stats before criticising anyone," he added.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Proud of the bowling unit&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Despite not having any overseas seamer, LSG defended two totals this time, and Thakur is proud of the bowling unit for this. A win over Gujarat Titans at home saw LSG climb to the third spot on the points table with four victories in six matches.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;Credit to us that we&rsquo;ve defended scores on two occasions when we batted first. We put up a good score, the pitch became better for batting, and even with drastic changes, we managed to defend &mdash; one game by 10 runs, one by four runs in Kolkata. &nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;So, it was about holding our nerve till the end and believing in ourselves that we could win the game, provided we got an important wicket or bowled a key over,&rdquo; he added.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

Shardul Thakur has led the bowling attack at LSG this season, picking 11 wickets from six contested matches thus far. India news, Cricket, Sports

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are taking giant strides in IPL 2025 with powerful performances. Though their batters are to be lauded for their results, the effort the bowlers are putting in must also be acknowledged - premier seamer Shardul Thakur thinks so. Thakur remained unsold at the mega auction late last year but was roped in as Mohsin Khan’s replacement at the LSG, returning with 11 wickets from six contested matches thus far – the second-best. Also read | Watch Viral Video: Aussie star trio indulge in mid-pitch banter during IPL 2025 classic Meanwhile, with how runs are flowing for fun this season, there is no place for the bowlers to hide, and what is worse? The commentators are taking a jibe at them for being unable to restrict the batters from going gaga over hitting boundaries. Against Gujarat Titans (GT) in LSG’s last home game on Saturday, Thakur conceded 34 runs from four overs but picked up two wickets. After the game, he addressed the criticism the bowlers are facing, arguing the commentators are being too harsh on them without knowing how T20 cricket is shaping up in the batter’s favour and that hitting 200 or more in an inning is now becoming a norm. "I’ve always believed that, as a bowling unit, we’ve bowled well throughout the season. A lot of times in commentary, there’s criticism — they try to be hard on the bowlers. “But you have to understand that cricket is moving in a certain direction where 200+ scores are becoming more common. And like you said, criticism will always be there — especially from commentators," Thakur said in the post-match presser in Lucknow. He said it’s easier for anyone to sit inside a studio and comment on someone’s bowling, instead, they must realise what the bowlers go through out there in the middle. "It’s easy to sit in a studio and comment on someone’s bowling, but they don’t see the real picture out there on the ground. I’m sure they should look at their own stats before criticising anyone," he added. Proud of the bowling unit Despite not having any overseas seamer, LSG defended two totals this time, and Thakur is proud of the bowling unit for this. A win over Gujarat Titans at home saw LSG climb to the third spot on the points table with four victories in six matches. “Credit to us that we’ve defended scores on two occasions when we batted first. We put up a good score, the pitch became better for batting, and even with drastic changes, we managed to defend — one game by 10 runs, one by four runs in Kolkata. “So, it was about holding our nerve till the end and believing in ourselves that we could win the game, provided we got an important wicket or bowled a key over,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: 'It's easy to sit in a studio and...,' Shardul Thakur hits back at commentators over bowlers' criticism

<p>Team India confirmed their playoff berth in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/billie-jean-king-cup">Billie Jean King Cup</a> 2025, after bagging second place at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1. The hosts progressed to the next round after registering a 2-1 win against Korea Republic in their final game of the tournament at the Mahalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune.<br>&nbsp;<br>This is only the second time that India have qualified for the playoffs of the Billie Jean King Cup, previously doing so in 2020. Along with the hosts, it was New Zealand who secured top spot at the tournament.<br>&nbsp;<br>It was a dream debut at the Billie Jean King Cup for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shrivalli-bhamidipaty">Shrivalli Bhamidipaty</a>, as she maintained her unblemished record in the tournament. Playing against 248-ranked, Sohyun Park, Shrivalli surrendered a hard-fought first set, before taking charge to storm a comeback. The youngster from Hyderabad registered her fifth consecutive win, sealing the deal with a scoreline of 5-7, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5).</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-viral-video-glenn-maxwell-travis-head-and-marcus-stoinis-indulge-in-mid-pitch-banter-during-ipl-2025-classic-8957260">Watch Viral Video: Aussie star trio indulge in mid-pitch banter during IPL 2025 classic</a></strong></p>
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<p>Heading into the second singles match with a one-nil lead for India, Sahaja Yamalapalli took centre court to play against Dayeon Back. The Indian player showed resolve and determination despite suffering an early setback in both sets. Trailing 1-5 in the second set, Sahaja fought till the end but eventually fell short by a scoreline of 3-6, 4-6.<br>&nbsp;<br>With all to play for and a playoff spot at stake, India&rsquo;s vastly experienced doubles duo of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ankita-raina">Ankita Raina</a> and Prarthana Thombare stepped up when it mattered most, helping the team over the line against Sohyun Park and Dabin Kim. The Indian duo held their nerve, making sure they complement each other at the net and baseline, finding the right angles to help them secure a 6-4, 6-3 win.<br>&nbsp;<br>The Indian team, sponsored by Suhana, will now move to the playoffs of the Billie Jean King Cup 2025, and will play alongside the best-performing teams from the 2025 Regional Group I events. The Play-offs will be contested as groups of three teams, with the group winners advancing to the 2026 Qualifiers.</p>
<h2>Other results:</h2>
<p><strong>Thailand 2-1 Chinese Taipei:</strong> Lanlana Tararudee (THA) beat Fang An Lin (TPE): 6-3, 6-3,&nbsp;Joanna Garland (TPE) beat Mananchaya Sawangkaew (THA): 4-6, 7-5, 6-2,&nbsp;Patcharin Cheapchandej and Peangtarn Plipuech (THA) beat Yi Tsen Cho and Fang An Lin (TPE): 6-1, 6-2.<br><strong><br>New Zealand 1-2 Hong Kong, China:&nbsp;</strong>Man Ying Maggie Ng (HGK) beat Sasha Situe (NZL): 6-2, 6-3,&nbsp;Aishi Das (NZL) beat Eudice Chong: 2-6, 6-0, 6-4,&nbsp;Hong Yi Cody Wong and Eudice Chong (HKG) beat Aishi Das and Monique Barry (NZL): 6-0, 6-2.</p>

India News, Cricket, Sports: This is only the second time that India have qualified for the playoffs of the Billie Jean King Cup, previously doing so in 2020

Team India confirmed their playoff berth in the Billie Jean King Cup 2025, after bagging second place at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1. The hosts progressed to the next round after registering a 2-1 win against Korea Republic in their final game of the tournament at the Mahalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune. This is only the second time that India have qualified for the playoffs of the Billie Jean King Cup, previously doing so in 2020. Along with the hosts, it was New Zealand who secured top spot at the tournament. It was a dream debut at the Billie Jean King Cup for Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, as she maintained her unblemished record in the tournament. Playing against 248-ranked, Sohyun Park, Shrivalli surrendered a hard-fought first set, before taking charge to storm a comeback. The youngster from Hyderabad registered her fifth consecutive win, sealing the deal with a scoreline of 5-7, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5). Also Read: Watch Viral Video: Aussie star trio indulge in mid-pitch banter during IPL 2025 classic Heading into the second singles match with a one-nil lead for India, Sahaja Yamalapalli took centre court to play against Dayeon Back. The Indian player showed resolve and determination despite suffering an early setback in both sets. Trailing 1-5 in the second set, Sahaja fought till the end but eventually fell short by a scoreline of 3-6, 4-6. With all to play for and a playoff spot at stake, India’s vastly experienced doubles duo of Ankita Raina and Prarthana Thombare stepped up when it mattered most, helping the team over the line against Sohyun Park and Dabin Kim. The Indian duo held their nerve, making sure they complement each other at the net and baseline, finding the right angles to help them secure a 6-4, 6-3 win. The Indian team, sponsored by Suhana, will now move to the playoffs of the Billie Jean King Cup 2025, and will play alongside the best-performing teams from the 2025 Regional Group I events. The Play-offs will be contested as groups of three teams, with the group winners advancing to the 2026 Qualifiers. Other results: Thailand 2-1 Chinese Taipei: Lanlana Tararudee (THA) beat Fang An Lin (TPE): 6-3, 6-3, Joanna Garland (TPE) beat Mananchaya Sawangkaew (THA): 4-6, 7-5, 6-2, Patcharin Cheapchandej and Peangtarn Plipuech (THA) beat Yi Tsen Cho and Fang An Lin (TPE): 6-1, 6-2. New Zealand 1-2 Hong Kong, China: Man Ying Maggie Ng (HGK) beat Sasha Situe (NZL): 6-2, 6-3, Aishi Das (NZL) beat Eudice Chong: 2-6, 6-0, 6-4, Hong Yi Cody Wong and Eudice Chong (HKG) beat Aishi Das and Monique Barry (NZL): 6-0, 6-2.

Billie Jean King Cup 2025: Shrivalli, Ankita and Prarthana script history to help India qualify for playoffs

<p>West Bengal police have so far arrested 150 people in connection with violence in the Murshidabad district.</p>
<p>The unrest in the Indian state erupted after protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Police forces have been deployed in Samserganj, Dhuliyan, and other affected areas to maintain order, said the police.</p>
<p>A special bench of the Calcutta High Court, on Saturday (Apr 12), ordered the deployment of central forces "immediately" in Murshidabad in the wake of widespread violence in the district during the protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act that killed three people.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/west-bengal-waqf-protests-west-bengal-cm-mamata-banerjee-calls-for-peace-in-the-region-8957263">WATCH| West Bengal Waqf protests: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee calls for peace in the region</a></p>
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<h2><strong>'Hindus forced to flee houses': BJP's Suvendu Adhikari&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>BJP leader and West Bengal Assembly's Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, on Sunday (Apr 13), said that over 400 Hindus were "forced to flee" their houses and that the people were facing religious persecution after central security forces were deployed in Murshidabad.</p>
<p>He blamed Trinamool Congress for the party's alleged "appeasement politics" which has "emboldened radical elements."</p>
<p>"More than 400 Hindus from Dhulian, Murshidabad driven by fear of religiously driven bigots were forced to flee across the river &amp; take shelter at Par Lalpur High School, Deonapur-Sovapur GP, Baisnabnagar, Malda," Adhikari wrote in a post on X.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">More than 400 Hindus from Dhulian, Murshidabad driven by fear of religiously driven bigots were forced to flee across the river &amp; take shelter at Par Lalpur High School, Deonapur-Sovapur GP, Baisnabnagar, Malda. <br><br>Religious persecution in Bengal is real.<br><br>Appeasement politics of&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/gZFuanOT4N">pic.twitter.com/gZFuanOT4N</a></p>
&mdash; Suvendu Adhikari (@SuvenduWB) <a href="https://twitter.com/SuvenduWB/status/1911253522126938278?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>He also shared pictures and videos of people being interviewed.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In one of the videos, shared by the BJP leader, a person alleged that his house was burnt down by the protesters, and the police did not take any action.</p>
<p>"I urge the Central Paramilitary Forces deployed in the District, the State Police and the district administration to ensure the safe return of these displaced Hindus &amp; protect their lives from this jihadist terror. Bengal is burning. The social fabric is torn. Enough is enough," his post read.</p>
<p>Adhikari further attacked TMC over appeasement politics stating, "Religious persecution in Bengal is real. Appeasement politics of TMC has emboldened radical elements. Hindus are being hunted, our people are running for their lives in their own land! Shame on the State Govt for allowing this breakdown of law &amp; order."</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India news: A special bench of the Calcutta High Court, on Saturday (Apr 12), ordered the deployment of central forces "immediately" in Murshidabad in the wake of widespread violence in the district during the protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act that killed three people.

West Bengal police have so far arrested 150 people in connection with violence in the Murshidabad district. The unrest in the Indian state erupted after protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act. Police forces have been deployed in Samserganj, Dhuliyan, and other affected areas to maintain order, said the police. A special bench of the Calcutta High Court, on Saturday (Apr 12), ordered the deployment of central forces "immediately" in Murshidabad in the wake of widespread violence in the district during the protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act that killed three people. WATCH| West Bengal Waqf protests: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee calls for peace in the region 'Hindus forced to flee houses': BJP's Suvendu Adhikari BJP leader and West Bengal Assembly's Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, on Sunday (Apr 13), said that over 400 Hindus were "forced to flee" their houses and that the people were facing religious persecution after central security forces were deployed in Murshidabad. He blamed Trinamool Congress for the party's alleged "appeasement politics" which has "emboldened radical elements." "More than 400 Hindus from Dhulian, Murshidabad driven by fear of religiously driven bigots were forced to flee across the river & take shelter at Par Lalpur High School, Deonapur-Sovapur GP, Baisnabnagar, Malda," Adhikari wrote in a post on X. More than 400 Hindus from Dhulian, Murshidabad driven by fear of religiously driven bigots were forced to flee across the river & take shelter at Par Lalpur High School, Deonapur-Sovapur GP, Baisnabnagar, Malda. Religious persecution in Bengal is real. Appeasement politics of… pic.twitter.com/gZFuanOT4N — Suvendu Adhikari (@SuvenduWB) April 13, 2025 He also shared pictures and videos of people being interviewed. In one of the videos, shared by the BJP leader, a person alleged that his house was burnt down by the protesters, and the police did not take any action. "I urge the Central Paramilitary Forces deployed in the District, the State Police and the district administration to ensure the safe return of these displaced Hindus & protect their lives from this jihadist terror. Bengal is burning. The social fabric is torn. Enough is enough," his post read. Adhikari further attacked TMC over appeasement politics stating, "Religious persecution in Bengal is real. Appeasement politics of TMC has emboldened radical elements. Hindus are being hunted, our people are running for their lives in their own land! Shame on the State Govt for allowing this breakdown of law & order." (With inputs from agencies)

150 arrested in Bengal as Waqf sparks violence in Murshidabad, BJP claims Hindu families fleeing homes

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings in IPL 2025 was an all-time classic for several reasons; it was a run feast with nearly 500 runs hit in a single T20 game and crowd favourite <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/abhishek-sharma" rel="dofollow">Abhishek Sharma</a> storming his way into the history books with his match-winning 141 off 55 balls, but something else too caught everyone&rsquo;s attention - a mid-pitch banter between three Australian superstars, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/glenn-maxwell" rel="dofollow">Glenn Maxwell</a>, Travis Head and Marcus Stoinis, during the run chase. &nbsp;</p>
<p>Punjab scored 245 for six in the first innings, thanks to a brilliant 82 off 36 from captain Shreyas Iyer and a late blitz from Stoinis, but even that wasn&rsquo;t enough for them to secure two crucial points as the hosts completed the run chase with nine balls and eight wickets to spare, creating a record. &nbsp;</p>
<p>Meanwhile, midway through the run chase, Head, who surprisingly played second fiddle to Abhishek, got into a heated on-field banter with his national teammates Maxwell and Stoinis.</p>
<p>The incident unfolded in the ninth over of the second innings after Head had hit Maxwell for two consecutive sixes; Maxwell threw one back to Head following a dot ball on the next delivery, which irked him, leading to a confrontation. Just as the tension rose, Maxwell&rsquo;s Punjab teammate Stoinis joined the pair in the middle, with the on-field umpires rushing to the spot to separate the two. &nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/srh-vs-pbks-abhishek-sharma-enters-history-books-with-highest-score-by-an-indian-in-ipl-8956639" rel="dofollow">SRH vs PBKS: Abhishek Sharma enters history books with highest score by an Indian in IPL</a></strong></p>
<h3>Watch Video -&nbsp;</h3>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Heat moment between Glenn Maxwell and Travis Head.<br><br>📸: <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StarSportsIndia</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SRHvPBKS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SRHvPBKS</a> <a href="https://t.co/bjPnOPyhms">pic.twitter.com/bjPnOPyhms</a></p>
&mdash; CricAsh (@ash_cric) <a href="https://twitter.com/ash_cric/status/1911103211861065747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>Although all three exchanged words in the middle, it looked like healthy banter from a distance, which the Aussie confirmed in a chat with the broadcaster after the game. &nbsp;</p>
<p>"It's all fun. I think they probably bring the best and the worst out of you when you know each other and play with each other so much. So, yeah, a bit of friendly banter between us, but it's all good. I got to put up with them at home, so nothing to it,&rdquo; Head said after the game.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Abhishek enters record books&nbsp;</h2>
<p>The SRH vs PBKS IPL 2025 game revolved around Abhishek Sharma&rsquo;s whirlwind knock of 141 &ndash; the highest individual score by an Indian in IPL history. The left-handed opener hit 10 sixes and 14 fours in his monumental inning, which helped SRH complete the second-highest successful run chase in IPL.</p>
<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cricket-ipl-2025-srh-pbks-what-is-the-story-behind-abhishek-sharma-viral-note-celebration-travis-head-reveals-8956880" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025: What's the story behind Abhishek Sharma's viral 'note celebration?' Head reveals</a></strong></p>
<p>Abhishek is now the third-highest individual scorer in IPL history after Chris Gayle (175*) and Brendon McCullum (158*). &nbsp;</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

Although all three exchanged words in the middle, it looked like healthy banter from a distance, which Head confirmed after the game.  India news, Cricket, Sports

SunRisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings in IPL 2025 was an all-time classic for several reasons; it was a run feast with nearly 500 runs hit in a single T20 game and crowd favourite Abhishek Sharma storming his way into the history books with his match-winning 141 off 55 balls, but something else too caught everyone’s attention - a mid-pitch banter between three Australian superstars, Glenn Maxwell, Travis Head and Marcus Stoinis, during the run chase. Punjab scored 245 for six in the first innings, thanks to a brilliant 82 off 36 from captain Shreyas Iyer and a late blitz from Stoinis, but even that wasn’t enough for them to secure two crucial points as the hosts completed the run chase with nine balls and eight wickets to spare, creating a record. Meanwhile, midway through the run chase, Head, who surprisingly played second fiddle to Abhishek, got into a heated on-field banter with his national teammates Maxwell and Stoinis. The incident unfolded in the ninth over of the second innings after Head had hit Maxwell for two consecutive sixes; Maxwell threw one back to Head following a dot ball on the next delivery, which irked him, leading to a confrontation. Just as the tension rose, Maxwell’s Punjab teammate Stoinis joined the pair in the middle, with the on-field umpires rushing to the spot to separate the two. Also read | SRH vs PBKS: Abhishek Sharma enters history books with highest score by an Indian in IPL Watch Video - Heat moment between Glenn Maxwell and Travis Head. 📸: @StarSportsIndia | #SRHvPBKS pic.twitter.com/bjPnOPyhms — CricAsh (@ash_cric) April 12, 2025 Although all three exchanged words in the middle, it looked like healthy banter from a distance, which the Aussie confirmed in a chat with the broadcaster after the game. "It's all fun. I think they probably bring the best and the worst out of you when you know each other and play with each other so much. So, yeah, a bit of friendly banter between us, but it's all good. I got to put up with them at home, so nothing to it,” Head said after the game. Abhishek enters record books The SRH vs PBKS IPL 2025 game revolved around Abhishek Sharma’s whirlwind knock of 141 – the highest individual score by an Indian in IPL history. The left-handed opener hit 10 sixes and 14 fours in his monumental inning, which helped SRH complete the second-highest successful run chase in IPL. Also read | IPL 2025: What's the story behind Abhishek Sharma's viral 'note celebration?' Head reveals Abhishek is now the third-highest individual scorer in IPL history after Chris Gayle (175*) and Brendon McCullum (158*). (With inputs from agencies)

Watch Viral Video: Aussie star trio indulge in mid-pitch banter during IPL 2025 classic

Hundreds of Sufi Muslims in Jammu and Kashmir burn torches in an annual festival held at  Aishmuqam shrine in the Anantnag district. The festival marks the onset of spring. Watch in for more details!

Kashmiri Sufis mark saint's day with torch ceremony

<p>Trinamool Congress MP and former cricketer Yusuf Pathan invited severe backlash on social media over his Instagram post where he can be seen relaxing and enjoying a cup of tea, amid ongoing violence in Bengal's Murshidabad district over the Waqf (Amendment) Act.&nbsp;</p>
<p>While most of the violence-hit areas are not a part of Pathan's constituency, their proximity to his constituency has raised questions about his timing.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Pathan shared three images on Instagram and captioned his post saying, "Easy afternoons, good chai, and calm surroundings. Just soaking in the moment."</p>
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<p>Shortly, a section of the internet slammed the former cricketer for sharing a post amid the growing Murshidabad violence.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/waqf-act-protests-calcutta-hc-orders-central-force-deployment-in-murshidabad-8956325">WATCH | Waqf Act protests: Calcutta HC orders central force deployment in Murshidabad</a></p>
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<h2><strong>'Pathan - MP sips tea and soaks in moment as Hindus get slaughtered': BJP</strong></h2>
<p>The Bharatiya Janata Party launched a scathing attack at the Trinamool MP and accused the Mamata Banerjee government of state-protected violence.</p>
<p>"Bengal is burning. HC has said it can't keep eyes closed and deployed central forces. Mamata Banerjee is encouraging such state protected violence as Police stays silent! Meanwhile Yusuf Pathan - MP sips tea and soaks in the moment as Hindus get slaughtered. This is TMC," BJP's national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said in a post on X.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Bengal is burning<br>HC has said it can&rsquo;t keep eyes closed and deployed centra forces<br><br>Mamata Banerjee is encouraging such state protected violence as Police stays silent! <br><br>Meanwhile Yusuf Pathan - MP sips tea and soaks in the moment as Hindus get slaughtered&hellip; <br><br>This is TMC <a href="https://t.co/P1Yr7MYjAM">pic.twitter.com/P1Yr7MYjAM</a></p>
&mdash; Shehzad Jai Hind (Modi Ka Parivar) (@Shehzad_Ind) <a href="https://twitter.com/Shehzad_Ind/status/1911256346047267177?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>Pathan is a Lok Sabha MP from Baharampur, which is one of the three parliamentary constituencies in Murshidabad district.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>'Hindus forced to flee houses': BJP's Suvendu Adhikari&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>BJP leader and West Bengal Assembly's Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, on Sunday (Apr 13), said that over 400 Hindus were "forced to flee" their houses and that the people were facing religious persecution after central security forces were deployed in Murshidabad.</p>
<p>He blamed Trinamool Congress for the party's alleged "appeasement politics" which has "emboldened radical elements."</p>
<p>"More than 400 Hindus from Dhulian, Murshidabad driven by fear of religiously driven bigots were forced to flee across the river &amp; take shelter at Par Lalpur High School, Deonapur-Sovapur GP, Baisnabnagar, Malda," Adhikari wrote in a post on X.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India news: The Bharatiya Janata Party launched a scathing attack at the Trinamool MP and accused the Mamata Banerjee government of state-protected violence.

Trinamool Congress MP and former cricketer Yusuf Pathan invited severe backlash on social media over his Instagram post where he can be seen relaxing and enjoying a cup of tea, amid ongoing violence in Bengal's Murshidabad district over the Waqf (Amendment) Act. While most of the violence-hit areas are not a part of Pathan's constituency, their proximity to his constituency has raised questions about his timing. Pathan shared three images on Instagram and captioned his post saying, "Easy afternoons, good chai, and calm surroundings. Just soaking in the moment." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yusuf Pathan (@yusuf_pathan) Shortly, a section of the internet slammed the former cricketer for sharing a post amid the growing Murshidabad violence. WATCH | Waqf Act protests: Calcutta HC orders central force deployment in Murshidabad 'Pathan - MP sips tea and soaks in moment as Hindus get slaughtered': BJP The Bharatiya Janata Party launched a scathing attack at the Trinamool MP and accused the Mamata Banerjee government of state-protected violence. "Bengal is burning. HC has said it can't keep eyes closed and deployed central forces. Mamata Banerjee is encouraging such state protected violence as Police stays silent! Meanwhile Yusuf Pathan - MP sips tea and soaks in the moment as Hindus get slaughtered. This is TMC," BJP's national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said in a post on X. Bengal is burning HC has said it can’t keep eyes closed and deployed centra forces Mamata Banerjee is encouraging such state protected violence as Police stays silent! Meanwhile Yusuf Pathan - MP sips tea and soaks in the moment as Hindus get slaughtered… This is TMC pic.twitter.com/P1Yr7MYjAM — Shehzad Jai Hind (Modi Ka Parivar) (@Shehzad_Ind) April 13, 2025 Pathan is a Lok Sabha MP from Baharampur, which is one of the three parliamentary constituencies in Murshidabad district. 'Hindus forced to flee houses': BJP's Suvendu Adhikari BJP leader and West Bengal Assembly's Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, on Sunday (Apr 13), said that over 400 Hindus were "forced to flee" their houses and that the people were facing religious persecution after central security forces were deployed in Murshidabad. He blamed Trinamool Congress for the party's alleged "appeasement politics" which has "emboldened radical elements." "More than 400 Hindus from Dhulian, Murshidabad driven by fear of religiously driven bigots were forced to flee across the river & take shelter at Par Lalpur High School, Deonapur-Sovapur GP, Baisnabnagar, Malda," Adhikari wrote in a post on X. (With inputs from agencies)

Yusuf Pathan faces severe backlash over Insta post amid Murshidabad violence; 'This is TMC'

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/abhishek-sharma" rel="dofollow">Abhishek Sharma</a> is all over the internet for his viral &lsquo;note celebration&rsquo; against Punjab Kings in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>. The left-handed SRH opener scored a stunning 141 off 55 balls while chasing (hitting ten sixes and 14 fours), registering the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/srh-vs-pbks-abhishek-sharma-enters-history-books-with-highest-score-by-an-indian-in-ipl-8956639" rel="dofollow">highest individual score by an Indian in the history of this league</a>. His monumental knock floored PBKS as SRH chased 245 inside the 19th over, completing the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2025-fiery-abhishek-steers-srh-to-eight-wicket-win-over-punjab-kings-8955952" rel="dofollow">second-most successful run chase in this tournament</a>.</p>
<p>His opening partner, Travis Head, reveals what went behind Abhishek's infamous note celebration the other night.</p>
<p>Head and Abhishek were at the forefront of the chase at home, smacking PBKS bowlers with utter disdain. Head faced off the new ball cautiously, only for Abhishek to go all out in his turn. The Indian opener left none, hammering even the pacers, including Punjab&rsquo;s overseas seamer Marco Jansen, for nearly 40 runs in his two overs. Such was the plight that PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer had to bring in batter Shashank Singh to bowl his part-timers inside the first ten overs, as everyone else was leaking runs at an embarrassing rate.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐌𝐎𝐃𝐄: 🔛<br><br>🎥 Catch a glimpse of how Abhishek Sharma raced towards a record knock of an explosive 141 (55) 🧡🔥<br><br>Updates ▶ <a href="https://t.co/RTe7RlYbGY">https://t.co/RTe7RlYbGY</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SRHvPBKS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SRHvPBKS</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/SunRisers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SunRisers</a> <a href="https://t.co/8vjvkKYPMS">pic.twitter.com/8vjvkKYPMS</a></p>
&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/IPL/status/1911114601120616927?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>While Abhishek kept knocking off each ball to the boundary, Head was happy witnessing history unfolding at the other end. Having shared, batted and spent enough time since playing together at SRH, Head explained the story behind Abhishek&rsquo;s note celebration. &nbsp;</p>
<p>Following SRH&rsquo;s eight-wicket win against Punjab - their second this season and perhaps a needed one, Head revealed Abhishek had this paper folded in his pocket for the past several games but finally pulled it out on Saturday. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;The note has been in the pocket of Abhishek Sharma for 6 games, glad it came out tonight,&rdquo; Head revealed in a chat with the broadcaster after the game.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Abhishek&rsquo;s Wonder Night in IPL 2025&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Abhishek began aggressively in the side&rsquo;s tournament opener against the Rajasthan Royals but failed to convert his starts to big scores in the upcoming few games.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Upbeat about performing well and returning among runs, the left-handed batter picked the PBKS game to silence his critics, and he did so handsomely.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Alongside Head, Abhishek stitched a 171-run stand for the first wicket in just over 12 overs, completing his maiden IPL hundred a few balls later.</p>
<p>Supremely proud of his performance, he celebrated it by pulling out a note, which read, &lsquo;THIS IS FOR THE ORANGE ARMY&rsquo;.&nbsp;</p>
<p>From the team owner, Kavya Maran, to Abhishek&rsquo;s family sitting in the stands to the thousand fans in attendance, everyone celebrated his match-winning hundred - a moment Abhishek shall cherish forever.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">𝘼 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚-𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙏𝙊𝙉 💯<br><br>A stunning maiden <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> century from Abhishek Sharma keeps <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SRH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SRH</a> on 🔝 in this chase 💪<br><br>Updates ▶ <a href="https://t.co/RTe7RlXDRq">https://t.co/RTe7RlXDRq</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SRHvPBKS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SRHvPBKS</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/SunRisers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SunRisers</a> <a href="https://t.co/ANgdm1n86w">pic.twitter.com/ANgdm1n86w</a></p>
&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/IPL/status/1911109071568003326?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

His monumental knock floored PBKS as SRH chased 245 inside the 18th over, completing the second-most successful run chase in this tournament. India news, Cricket, Sports

Abhishek Sharma is all over the internet for his viral ‘note celebration’ against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025. The left-handed SRH opener scored a stunning 141 off 55 balls while chasing (hitting ten sixes and 14 fours), registering the highest individual score by an Indian in the history of this league. His monumental knock floored PBKS as SRH chased 245 inside the 19th over, completing the second-most successful run chase in this tournament. His opening partner, Travis Head, reveals what went behind Abhishek's infamous note celebration the other night. Head and Abhishek were at the forefront of the chase at home, smacking PBKS bowlers with utter disdain. Head faced off the new ball cautiously, only for Abhishek to go all out in his turn. The Indian opener left none, hammering even the pacers, including Punjab’s overseas seamer Marco Jansen, for nearly 40 runs in his two overs. Such was the plight that PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer had to bring in batter Shashank Singh to bowl his part-timers inside the first ten overs, as everyone else was leaking runs at an embarrassing rate. 𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐌𝐎𝐃𝐄: 🔛 🎥 Catch a glimpse of how Abhishek Sharma raced towards a record knock of an explosive 141 (55) 🧡🔥 Updates ▶ https://t.co/RTe7RlYbGY#TATAIPL | #SRHvPBKS | @SunRisers pic.twitter.com/8vjvkKYPMS — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 12, 2025 While Abhishek kept knocking off each ball to the boundary, Head was happy witnessing history unfolding at the other end. Having shared, batted and spent enough time since playing together at SRH, Head explained the story behind Abhishek’s note celebration. Following SRH’s eight-wicket win against Punjab - their second this season and perhaps a needed one, Head revealed Abhishek had this paper folded in his pocket for the past several games but finally pulled it out on Saturday. “The note has been in the pocket of Abhishek Sharma for 6 games, glad it came out tonight,” Head revealed in a chat with the broadcaster after the game. Abhishek’s Wonder Night in IPL 2025 Abhishek began aggressively in the side’s tournament opener against the Rajasthan Royals but failed to convert his starts to big scores in the upcoming few games. Upbeat about performing well and returning among runs, the left-handed batter picked the PBKS game to silence his critics, and he did so handsomely. Alongside Head, Abhishek stitched a 171-run stand for the first wicket in just over 12 overs, completing his maiden IPL hundred a few balls later. Supremely proud of his performance, he celebrated it by pulling out a note, which read, ‘THIS IS FOR THE ORANGE ARMY’. From the team owner, Kavya Maran, to Abhishek’s family sitting in the stands to the thousand fans in attendance, everyone celebrated his match-winning hundred - a moment Abhishek shall cherish forever. 𝘼 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚-𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙏𝙊𝙉 💯 A stunning maiden #TATAIPL century from Abhishek Sharma keeps #SRH on 🔝 in this chase 💪 Updates ▶ https://t.co/RTe7RlXDRq#TATAIPL | #SRHvPBKS | @SunRisers pic.twitter.com/ANgdm1n86w — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 12, 2025 (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: What's the story behind Abhishek Sharma's viral 'note celebration?' Head reveals

<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>IPL 2025, RR vs RCB Pitch Report:&nbsp;</strong>Rajasthan Royals are all set to resume their Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) campaign at their traditional home of Sawai Mansing Stadium on Sunday (April 13) as they take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). With RR struggling so far with two wins in five matches, the hosts will look to build momentum while visitors RCB will search for another away win.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>What is the pitch like at <span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;">Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium</span>?</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Sunday's match will be the first of the IPL 2025 season at the Sawai Mansing Stadium, giving an unfair idea of the pitch. However, judging by last season, the pitch has plenty to offer for batters and little help later in the day for spinners. Overall, it is a 200-run per-inning track and we can expect some big shots on offer during the contest.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Head-to-Head Records</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Both RR and RCB have almost identical records in their previous 32 meetings with the latter leading the head-to-head 15-14 while three matches have ended with no result.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>1. Yashasvi Jaiswal&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Yashasvi Jaiswal will open the batting and scored 435 runs in 15 matches in the previous edition. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>2. Virat Kohli&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Virat Kohli is the leading run-getter in this history of IPL with more than 8000 runs. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>3. Josh Hazlewood</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">So far with eight wickets in the IPL 2025, Hazlewood has been a good value-for-money player. We expect him to perform well and get at least a couple of wickets to justify his selection.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2025-updated-points-table-indian-premier-league-rankings-standings-net-run-rate-8888780" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Updated IPL 2025 Points Table': Check points table, match results, NRR with wins, loss and other key details</a></strong></p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction MyPlaying 11</strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Wicketkeeper:</strong> Philip Salt, Sanju Samson<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Batters: </strong>Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>All-Rounders: </strong>Krunal Pandya, Nitish Rana<strong><br></strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Bowlers:</strong> Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jofra Archer</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;">Match Prediction: Who Will Win RR vs RCB?</span></strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Playing in their first game at their traditional home of Sawai Mansing Stadium, we reckon home advantage will be a huge factor in the outcome of the match. Therefore, we have gone for a Rajasthan Royals win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru.</p>
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India News | Sports: Rajasthan Royals are all set to resume their Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) campaign at their traditional home of Sawai Mansing Stadium on Sunday.

IPL 2025, RR vs RCB Pitch Report: Rajasthan Royals are all set to resume their Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) campaign at their traditional home of Sawai Mansing Stadium on Sunday (April 13) as they take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). With RR struggling so far with two wins in five matches, the hosts will look to build momentum while visitors RCB will search for another away win. What is the pitch like at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium? Sunday's match will be the first of the IPL 2025 season at the Sawai Mansing Stadium, giving an unfair idea of the pitch. However, judging by last season, the pitch has plenty to offer for batters and little help later in the day for spinners. Overall, it is a 200-run per-inning track and we can expect some big shots on offer during the contest. Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Head-to-Head Records Both RR and RCB have almost identical records in their previous 32 meetings with the latter leading the head-to-head 15-14 while three matches have ended with no result. 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal Yashasvi Jaiswal will open the batting and scored 435 runs in 15 matches in the previous edition. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match. 2. Virat Kohli Virat Kohli is the leading run-getter in this history of IPL with more than 8000 runs. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match. 3. Josh Hazlewood So far with eight wickets in the IPL 2025, Hazlewood has been a good value-for-money player. We expect him to perform well and get at least a couple of wickets to justify his selection. ALSO READ | 'Updated IPL 2025 Points Table': Check points table, match results, NRR with wins, loss and other key details RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction MyPlaying 11 Wicketkeeper: Philip Salt, Sanju Samson Batters: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag All-Rounders: Krunal Pandya, Nitish Rana Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jofra Archer Match Prediction: Who Will Win RR vs RCB? Playing in their first game at their traditional home of Sawai Mansing Stadium, we reckon home advantage will be a huge factor in the outcome of the match. Therefore, we have gone for a Rajasthan Royals win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

IPL 2025, RR vs RCB Pitch Report: All you need to know including live streaming, Dream11 prediction, squads

<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction:&nbsp;</strong>Rajasthan Royals head into the latest Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) contest sitting seventh in the standings s they face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Sunday (April 13). Visitors RCB have an impressive away record having won all three matches on the road while Rajasthan Royals search for back-to-back wins. So here's our take on who should make it to the Dream11 for the RR vs RCB contest.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;">RR vs RCB Match Preview</span></strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">So far in the IPL 2025, RR have won two matches out of five with wins coming against Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings. The latest meeting will be the 33rd between the pair as RCB edge RR with a head-to-head record of 15-14. The contest also marks the return of Rajasthan Royals to the Sawai Mansing Stadium in Jaipur having earlier played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction MyPlaying 11</strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Wicketkeeper:</strong> Philip Salt, Sanju Samson<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Batters: </strong>Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>All-Rounders: </strong>Krunal Pandya, Nitish Rana<strong><br></strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Bowlers:</strong> Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jofra Archer</p>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>RR vs RCB Head-to-Head Records</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Both RR and RCB have almost identical records in their previous 32 meetings with the latter leading the head-to-head 15-14 while three matches have ended with no result.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>1. Yashasvi Jaiswal&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Yashasvi Jaiswal will open the batting and scored 435 runs in 15 matches in the previous edition. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>2. Virat Kohli&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Virat Kohli is the leading run-getter in this history of IPL with more than 8000 runs. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>3. Josh Hazlewood</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">So far with eight wickets in the IPL 2025, Hazlewood has been a good value-for-money player. We expect him to perform well and get at least a couple of wickets to justify his selection.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2025-updated-points-table-indian-premier-league-rankings-standings-net-run-rate-8888780" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Updated IPL 2025 Points Table': Check points table, match results, NRR with wins, loss and other key details</a></strong></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>RR vs RCB Fantasy Cricket Tips</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Jitesh Sharma and Rajat Patidar are good options to have in the Dream11 having been in great form. Sanju Samson is also a value edition on the side.</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Team Analysis</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>RR:</strong> The Rajasthan Royals are seventh in the points table with two wins and three losses in five matches. They suffered a defeat against the Gujarat Titans in the previous match by 58 runs. Rajasthan are back at their home ground and will be keen to do well at this venue.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>RCB: </strong>Royal Challengers Bengaluru suffered a defeat in the previous match against Delhi Capitals. They are placed fourth in the points table with three wins and two losses in five matches. This promises to be a closely fought game between these two sides.&nbsp;</span></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Sawai Mansing Stadium Pitch Report</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">The pitch at Sawai Mansing Stadium has traditionally favoured batters with high-scoring contests expected. The afternoon contest will further help the batters with support from smaller boundaries at the SM Stadium.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Suggested playing 11 No. 2 for RR vs RCB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket</strong><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Wicketkeeper:</strong> Sanju Samson, Jitesh Sharma, Phil Salt<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Batters: </strong>Rajat Patidar (C), Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal<strong><br></strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>All-Rounders: </strong>Riyan Parag<br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Bowlers:</strong> Jofra Archer, Josh Hazelwood, Sandeep Sharma, Suyash Sharma<br></span></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;">Match Prediction: Who Will Win RR vs RCB?</span></strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Playing in their first game at their natural home of Sawai Mansing Stadium, we reckon home advantage will be a huge factor in the outcome of the match. Therefore, we have gone for a Rajasthan Royals win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><em><span lang="EN-IN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-IN;"><strong>Disclaimer: </strong>The fantasy tips and facts expressed within this article are the author's personal opinions and WION does not promote or endorse any sort of betting activity. They do not reflect the views of WION. It is not a reflection of the actual points you might earn. WION does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.</span></em></p>

India News, Sports: Rajasthan Royals head into the latest Indian Premier League contest sitting seventh in the standings s they face Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction: Rajasthan Royals head into the latest Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) contest sitting seventh in the standings s they face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Sunday (April 13). Visitors RCB have an impressive away record having won all three matches on the road while Rajasthan Royals search for back-to-back wins. So here's our take on who should make it to the Dream11 for the RR vs RCB contest. RR vs RCB Match Preview So far in the IPL 2025, RR have won two matches out of five with wins coming against Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings. The latest meeting will be the 33rd between the pair as RCB edge RR with a head-to-head record of 15-14. The contest also marks the return of Rajasthan Royals to the Sawai Mansing Stadium in Jaipur having earlier played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction MyPlaying 11 Wicketkeeper: Philip Salt, Sanju Samson Batters: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag All-Rounders: Krunal Pandya, Nitish Rana Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jofra Archer RR vs RCB Head-to-Head Records Both RR and RCB have almost identical records in their previous 32 meetings with the latter leading the head-to-head 15-14 while three matches have ended with no result. 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal Yashasvi Jaiswal will open the batting and scored 435 runs in 15 matches in the previous edition. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match. 2. Virat Kohli Virat Kohli is the leading run-getter in this history of IPL with more than 8000 runs. He will be a good captaincy pick for this match. 3. Josh Hazlewood So far with eight wickets in the IPL 2025, Hazlewood has been a good value-for-money player. We expect him to perform well and get at least a couple of wickets to justify his selection. ALSO READ | 'Updated IPL 2025 Points Table': Check points table, match results, NRR with wins, loss and other key details RR vs RCB Fantasy Cricket Tips Jitesh Sharma and Rajat Patidar are good options to have in the Dream11 having been in great form. Sanju Samson is also a value edition on the side. Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Team Analysis RR: The Rajasthan Royals are seventh in the points table with two wins and three losses in five matches. They suffered a defeat against the Gujarat Titans in the previous match by 58 runs. Rajasthan are back at their home ground and will be keen to do well at this venue. RCB: Royal Challengers Bengaluru suffered a defeat in the previous match against Delhi Capitals. They are placed fourth in the points table with three wins and two losses in five matches. This promises to be a closely fought game between these two sides. Sawai Mansing Stadium Pitch Report The pitch at Sawai Mansing Stadium has traditionally favoured batters with high-scoring contests expected. The afternoon contest will further help the batters with support from smaller boundaries at the SM Stadium. Suggested playing 11 No. 2 for RR vs RCB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Wicketkeeper: Sanju Samson, Jitesh Sharma, Phil Salt Batters: Rajat Patidar (C), Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal All-Rounders: Riyan Parag Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Josh Hazelwood, Sandeep Sharma, Suyash Sharma Match Prediction: Who Will Win RR vs RCB? Playing in their first game at their natural home of Sawai Mansing Stadium, we reckon home advantage will be a huge factor in the outcome of the match. Therefore, we have gone for a Rajasthan Royals win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Disclaimer: The fantasy tips and facts expressed within this article are the author's personal opinions and WION does not promote or endorse any sort of betting activity. They do not reflect the views of WION. It is not a reflection of the actual points you might earn. WION does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.

RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction: Check Team, captain and vice-captain picks for Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid homage to the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, calling it a "dark chapter" in India's history and a "major turning point" in the country's freedom struggle.</p>
<p>In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "We pay homage to the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh. The coming generations will always remember their indomitable spirit. It was indeed a dark chapter in our nation's history. Their sacrifice became a major turning point in India's freedom struggle."</p>
<p>Several other leaders also remembered the victims and the impact of the brutal massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, during British colonial rule.</p>
<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah wrote, "The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is a dark chapter in India's freedom struggle that shook the entire country. The anger that arose among the countrymen due to the cruelty of the British rule, which had reached the pinnacle of inhumanity, turned the freedom movement into a struggle of the masses."</p>
<p>Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also paid tribute, stating, "Homage to the innocent martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. India will forever remain indebted to them. The colonial barbarity that day in 1919 gave rise to a new wave of national consciousness, more fierce, fearless and resolute for freedom."</p>
<p>"May the sacrifice of the brave men, women and children inspire us to protect our sovereignty, inclusivity and freedom," he added.</p>
<p>External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also posted his tribute on X: "Tributes to the martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Their determination, courage and sacrifice for our freedoms will never be forgotten."</p>
<p>The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, remains one of the darkest chapters in India's colonial history. According to the Ministry of Culture, the massacre marked a turning point in India's freedom struggle and is remembered as a symbol of courage and resistance.</p>
<p>The massacre occurred in Amritsar, Punjab, where thousands had gathered at Jallianwala Bagh during the festival of Baisakhi. The gathering was also meant to peacefully protest against the Rowlatt Act and demand the release of leaders Dr Satyapal and Dr Saifuddin Kitchlew.</p>
<p>British officer Brigadier General Reginald Dyer, without issuing any warning, ordered his troops to fire on the unarmed crowd. According to the Ministry of Culture, "1650 rounds were fired. The firing ceased only after the ammunition had ran out." While official British records put the death toll at 291, Indian leaders like Madan Mohan Malviya estimated over 500 deaths.</p>
<p>According to the Ministry of Culture, Brigadier General Dyer showed no remorse for his actions during the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.</p>
<p>In his testimony before the Hunter Commission, he displayed an "unapologetic attitude" when asked about the aftermath of the firing.</p>
<p>As cited by the Ministry, he was questioned, "After firing took place, did you take any measures to attend to the wounded?" to which Dyer replied, "No, certainly not. It was not my job. Hospitals were open, and they should have gone there."</p>
<p>The Ministry of Culture also highlights how General Dyer's actions during the Jallianwala Bagh massacre were promptly acknowledged and approved by the colonial authorities.<br>As per official records, 'Sir' Michael O'Dwyer, the then Lieutenant Governor of Punjab province, sent a direct message to Dyer stating, "Your action correct. Lieutenant-Governor approves."</p>
<p>The brutality of the act led Rabindranath Tagore to renounce his Knighthood. Udham Singh later assassinated Dwyer, the former Lieutenant Governor of Punjab Province, who had backed the action.</p>
<p>According to the Ministry of Culture, "The Jallianwala Bagh It stands as a symbol of struggle and sacrifice and continues to instill patriotism amongst the (Indian) youth."<br>A memorial was set up by the Government of India in 1951 at Jallianwala Bagh to commemorate the spirit of Indian revolutionaries and the people who lost their lives in the brutal massacre.</p>
<p>The memorial, as per the Ministry, stands as a symbol of struggle and sacrifice and continues to instill patriotism amongst the youth.<br>In March 2019, the Yaad-e-Jallian Museum was inaugurated, showcasing an authentic account of the massacre.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.</em></p>

India news: The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, remains one of the darkest chapters in India's colonial history. According to the Ministry of Culture, the massacre marked a turning point in India's freedom struggle and is remembered as a symbol of courage and resistance.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid homage to the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, calling it a "dark chapter" in India's history and a "major turning point" in the country's freedom struggle. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "We pay homage to the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh. The coming generations will always remember their indomitable spirit. It was indeed a dark chapter in our nation's history. Their sacrifice became a major turning point in India's freedom struggle." Several other leaders also remembered the victims and the impact of the brutal massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, during British colonial rule. Union Home Minister Amit Shah wrote, "The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is a dark chapter in India's freedom struggle that shook the entire country. The anger that arose among the countrymen due to the cruelty of the British rule, which had reached the pinnacle of inhumanity, turned the freedom movement into a struggle of the masses." Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also paid tribute, stating, "Homage to the innocent martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. India will forever remain indebted to them. The colonial barbarity that day in 1919 gave rise to a new wave of national consciousness, more fierce, fearless and resolute for freedom." "May the sacrifice of the brave men, women and children inspire us to protect our sovereignty, inclusivity and freedom," he added. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also posted his tribute on X: "Tributes to the martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Their determination, courage and sacrifice for our freedoms will never be forgotten." The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, remains one of the darkest chapters in India's colonial history. According to the Ministry of Culture, the massacre marked a turning point in India's freedom struggle and is remembered as a symbol of courage and resistance. The massacre occurred in Amritsar, Punjab, where thousands had gathered at Jallianwala Bagh during the festival of Baisakhi. The gathering was also meant to peacefully protest against the Rowlatt Act and demand the release of leaders Dr Satyapal and Dr Saifuddin Kitchlew. British officer Brigadier General Reginald Dyer, without issuing any warning, ordered his troops to fire on the unarmed crowd. According to the Ministry of Culture, "1650 rounds were fired. The firing ceased only after the ammunition had ran out." While official British records put the death toll at 291, Indian leaders like Madan Mohan Malviya estimated over 500 deaths. According to the Ministry of Culture, Brigadier General Dyer showed no remorse for his actions during the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. In his testimony before the Hunter Commission, he displayed an "unapologetic attitude" when asked about the aftermath of the firing. As cited by the Ministry, he was questioned, "After firing took place, did you take any measures to attend to the wounded?" to which Dyer replied, "No, certainly not. It was not my job. Hospitals were open, and they should have gone there." The Ministry of Culture also highlights how General Dyer's actions during the Jallianwala Bagh massacre were promptly acknowledged and approved by the colonial authorities. As per official records, 'Sir' Michael O'Dwyer, the then Lieutenant Governor of Punjab province, sent a direct message to Dyer stating, "Your action correct. Lieutenant-Governor approves." The brutality of the act led Rabindranath Tagore to renounce his Knighthood. Udham Singh later assassinated Dwyer, the former Lieutenant Governor of Punjab Province, who had backed the action. According to the Ministry of Culture, "The Jallianwala Bagh It stands as a symbol of struggle and sacrifice and continues to instill patriotism amongst the (Indian) youth." A memorial was set up by the Government of India in 1951 at Jallianwala Bagh to commemorate the spirit of Indian revolutionaries and the people who lost their lives in the brutal massacre. The memorial, as per the Ministry, stands as a symbol of struggle and sacrifice and continues to instill patriotism amongst the youth. In March 2019, the Yaad-e-Jallian Museum was inaugurated, showcasing an authentic account of the massacre. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

PM Modi, leaders pay tribute to Jallianwala Bagh "martyrs" on 105th anniversary

<p>Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal, on Sunday (Apr 13), launched a scathing attack against the BJP, accusing the political party of "ruining" education.</p>
<p>Taking a veiled dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party over its Gujarat model, Kejriwal said that the saffron party wants to keep the entire country "illiterate".</p>
<p>"This is the Gujarat model. This is the BJP model, which they want to implement in the entire country. This is the double-engine model. They want to keep the entire country illiterate. You tell me one state where they have a government, and they have not ruined education there," Kejriwal, former Chief Minister of Delhi, said in a post on X.</p>
<p>He further alleged that the BJP was "destroying" the education system in Delhi too.</p>
<p>"Under this model, they are now trying to destroy the education system of Delhi as well," Kejriwal said.</p>
<p>His remarks came in response to a post shared by Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on his official X handle where a news report stated that, "Zero students passed Class 10 in 157 schools."</p>
<p>The report was, however, published in May 2023.</p>
<p>"The Gujarat model itself has failed... Not a single student passed the 10th board exam in 157 schools in Gujarat. We will remove BJP and save the future!" Yadav wrote in a post on X.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="hi">ये गुजरात मॉडल है। ये बीजेपी मॉडल है जो ये पूरे देश में लागू करना चाहते हैं। ये डबल इंजन मॉडल है। <br><br>पूरे देश को ये अनपढ़ रखना चाहते हैं। आप मुझे एक राज्य बता दीजिए जहाँ इनकी सरकार हो और इन्होंने वहाँ शिक्षा का कबाड़ा ना किया हो। <br><br>इसी मॉडल के तहत अब ये दिल्ली की शिक्षा व्यवस्था&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/idza3RVeCu">https://t.co/idza3RVeCu</a></p>
&mdash; Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArvindKejriwal/status/1911251375138234493?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>Kejriwal, on Friday (Apr 11), said that the education system has "fallen into the clutches" of the mafias under the BJP government after several private schools allegedly announced a fee hike.</p>
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<p>Reacting to several protests being held by parents over the fee hike, Kejriwal said, "The people of Delhi are once again completely at the mercy of the education mafia. How dare the education mafia mistreat our children? Because the leaders and ministers are in their pockets -- just like they used to be before our government came to power."&nbsp;</p>
<p>Delhi AAP President Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed the BJP stating that the ruling party has no clue about the situation that is unfolding in the national capital, over the school fee hike.</p>
<p>"Parents are protesting outside private schools, and BJP ministers are busy playing the 'government school-government school' game. They should be going where the problem is and solving it. But they are scared of private school owners," he said.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

India news: Kejriwal, on Friday (Apr 11), said that the education system has "fallen into the clutches" of the mafias under the BJP government after several private schools allegedly announced a fee hike.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal, on Sunday (Apr 13), launched a scathing attack against the BJP, accusing the political party of "ruining" education. Taking a veiled dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party over its Gujarat model, Kejriwal said that the saffron party wants to keep the entire country "illiterate". "This is the Gujarat model. This is the BJP model, which they want to implement in the entire country. This is the double-engine model. They want to keep the entire country illiterate. You tell me one state where they have a government, and they have not ruined education there," Kejriwal, former Chief Minister of Delhi, said in a post on X. He further alleged that the BJP was "destroying" the education system in Delhi too. "Under this model, they are now trying to destroy the education system of Delhi as well," Kejriwal said. His remarks came in response to a post shared by Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on his official X handle where a news report stated that, "Zero students passed Class 10 in 157 schools." The report was, however, published in May 2023. "The Gujarat model itself has failed... Not a single student passed the 10th board exam in 157 schools in Gujarat. We will remove BJP and save the future!" Yadav wrote in a post on X. ये गुजरात मॉडल है। ये बीजेपी मॉडल है जो ये पूरे देश में लागू करना चाहते हैं। ये डबल इंजन मॉडल है। पूरे देश को ये अनपढ़ रखना चाहते हैं। आप मुझे एक राज्य बता दीजिए जहाँ इनकी सरकार हो और इन्होंने वहाँ शिक्षा का कबाड़ा ना किया हो। इसी मॉडल के तहत अब ये दिल्ली की शिक्षा व्यवस्था… https://t.co/idza3RVeCu — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) April 13, 2025 'Delhi at the mercy of the education mafia': Kejriwal Kejriwal, on Friday (Apr 11), said that the education system has "fallen into the clutches" of the mafias under the BJP government after several private schools allegedly announced a fee hike. WATCH | Arvind Kejriwal to enter Parliament? Speculation over Kejriwal's Rajya Sabha plans Reacting to several protests being held by parents over the fee hike, Kejriwal said, "The people of Delhi are once again completely at the mercy of the education mafia. How dare the education mafia mistreat our children? Because the leaders and ministers are in their pockets -- just like they used to be before our government came to power." Delhi AAP President Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed the BJP stating that the ruling party has no clue about the situation that is unfolding in the national capital, over the school fee hike. "Parents are protesting outside private schools, and BJP ministers are busy playing the 'government school-government school' game. They should be going where the problem is and solving it. But they are scared of private school owners," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

'They want to keep entire country illiterate'; AAP supremo Kejriwal accuses BJP of 'ruining' education

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Abhishek Sharma is now the highest individual Indian scorer in the IPL. Chasing 246 at home against the high-flying Punjab Kings on Saturday in IPL 2025, Abhishek scored a brilliant 141 off 55 balls, hitting ten massive sixes and 14 fours in a monumental knock, helping his team complete the second-highest run chase in the competition history. He, however, is third on the list of highest individual scores in IPL after Chris Gayle (175*) and Brendon McCullum (158*).</p>
<h3>Highest Individual Scores in IPL history -&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>Chris Gayle (RCB) - 175* vs PWI</li>
<li>Brendon McCullum (KKR) - 158* vs RCB</li>
<li>Abhishek Sharma (SRH) - 141 vs PBKS</li>
<li>Quinton de Kock (LSG) - 140 vs KKR</li>
<li>AB de Villiers (RCB) - 133* vs MI</li>
<li>KL Rahul (PBKS) &ndash; 132* vs RCB&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<p>Abhishek stitched a 171-run stand for the first wicket with Travis Head, who also completed his fifty (66), tormenting Punjab&rsquo;s bowling attack from the word go. Both left-handers had their chances early on and made the most of it, completing the 150-run-mark inside the first ten overs. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<p>Despite losing Head inside the 13th over, Abhishek kept SRH in the run chase, holding one end and smacking bowlers to all parts of the ground. He completed his maiden IPL hundred in the same over and pulled out a note reading, &lsquo;THIS ONE IS FOR THE ORANGE ARMY&rsquo; in his celebration. SRH owner Kavya Maran was ecstatic sitting in the stands, even congratulating Abhishek&rsquo;s parents in attendance for their son&rsquo;s marvellous achievement. Even the SRH dugout went bonkers over this record, with the home crowd also cherishing a massive and much-needed win later.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">𝘼 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚-𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙏𝙊𝙉 💯<br><br>A stunning maiden #TATAIPL century from Abhishek Sharma keeps #SRH on 🔝 in this chase 💪<br><br>Updates ▶ https://t.co/RTe7RlXDRq#TATAIPL | #SRHvPBKS | @SunRisers pic.twitter.com/ANgdm1n86w</p>
&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 12, 2025</blockquote>
<h2>Punjab&rsquo;s innings&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Punjab Kings batted first and scored their highest team total this season &ndash; hitting 245 for six in 20 overs. Contributions from their top four, including their captain Shreyas Iyer, who hit a magnificent 82 off 26 balls, smashing six sixes and as many fours, ensured PBKS had its nose ahead in this contest. All-rounder Marcus Stoinis put the cherry on the top with four sixes off Mohammed Shami in his last over, propelling PBKS to a massive first-inning score. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br>For the hosts, each of the five used bowlers conceded over ten runs per over, with veteran seamer Shami leaking 75 in four overs, going at over 18 &ndash; his worst performance across all T20 competitions. The only silverware for them was Harshal Patel&rsquo;s performance, who leaked over 40 runs in his quota but picked four out of the six fallen wickets.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Meanwhile, with this win, SRH climbed two spots to the eighth position on the points table with two wins from six matches.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

SRH opener Abhishek Sharma surpassed KL Rahul's 132* (against RCB) to register the highest individual score by an Indian in the cash-rich IPL. India news, Cricket, Sports

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Abhishek Sharma is now the highest individual Indian scorer in the IPL. Chasing 246 at home against the high-flying Punjab Kings on Saturday in IPL 2025, Abhishek scored a brilliant 141 off 55 balls, hitting ten massive sixes and 14 fours in a monumental knock, helping his team complete the second-highest run chase in the competition history. He, however, is third on the list of highest individual scores in IPL after Chris Gayle (175*) and Brendon McCullum (158*). Highest Individual Scores in IPL history - Chris Gayle (RCB) - 175* vs PWI Brendon McCullum (KKR) - 158* vs RCB Abhishek Sharma (SRH) - 141 vs PBKS Quinton de Kock (LSG) - 140 vs KKR AB de Villiers (RCB) - 133* vs MI KL Rahul (PBKS) – 132* vs RCB Abhishek stitched a 171-run stand for the first wicket with Travis Head, who also completed his fifty (66), tormenting Punjab’s bowling attack from the word go. Both left-handers had their chances early on and made the most of it, completing the 150-run-mark inside the first ten overs. Despite losing Head inside the 13th over, Abhishek kept SRH in the run chase, holding one end and smacking bowlers to all parts of the ground. He completed his maiden IPL hundred in the same over and pulled out a note reading, ‘THIS ONE IS FOR THE ORANGE ARMY’ in his celebration. SRH owner Kavya Maran was ecstatic sitting in the stands, even congratulating Abhishek’s parents in attendance for their son’s marvellous achievement. Even the SRH dugout went bonkers over this record, with the home crowd also cherishing a massive and much-needed win later. 𝘼 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚-𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙏𝙊𝙉 💯 A stunning maiden #TATAIPL century from Abhishek Sharma keeps #SRH on 🔝 in this chase 💪 Updates ▶ https://t.co/RTe7RlXDRq#TATAIPL | #SRHvPBKS | @SunRisers pic.twitter.com/ANgdm1n86w — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 12, 2025 Punjab’s innings Punjab Kings batted first and scored their highest team total this season – hitting 245 for six in 20 overs. Contributions from their top four, including their captain Shreyas Iyer, who hit a magnificent 82 off 26 balls, smashing six sixes and as many fours, ensured PBKS had its nose ahead in this contest. All-rounder Marcus Stoinis put the cherry on the top with four sixes off Mohammed Shami in his last over, propelling PBKS to a massive first-inning score. For the hosts, each of the five used bowlers conceded over ten runs per over, with veteran seamer Shami leaking 75 in four overs, going at over 18 – his worst performance across all T20 competitions. The only silverware for them was Harshal Patel’s performance, who leaked over 40 runs in his quota but picked four out of the six fallen wickets. Meanwhile, with this win, SRH climbed two spots to the eighth position on the points table with two wins from six matches. (With inputs from agencies)

SRH vs PBKS: Abhishek Sharma enters history books with highest score by an Indian in IPL

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<p>&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Baisakhi. He wished everyone joy, hope, and prosperity.</p>
<p>In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Wishing everyone a joyous Baisakhi! May this festival bring new hope, happiness and abundance into your life. May we always celebrate the spirit of togetherness, gratitude and renewal."</p>
<p>Baisakhi is a harvest festival that also marks the beginning of the New Year in some parts of India. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and traditional joy. The festival is known for bringing prosperity and success and for bringing people together through rituals and celebrations.</p>
<p>This year, Baisakhi is being celebrated on April 13. Also called Vaisakhi, the festival marks the beginning of the Punjabi and Sikh New Year and is mainly celebrated in North India, especially in Punjab. It also signals the start of the harvest season.</p>
<p>On Saturday, the President's Secretariat released an official statement saying that President Droupadi Murmu also extended greetings on the eve of multiple festivals -- Vaisakhi, Vishu, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi, and Puthandu Pirapu -- which are being celebrated on April 13, 14, and 15.</p>
<p>"On the auspicious occasion of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi and Puthandu Pirapu, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians living in India and abroad," President Murmu said. President Murmu said these harvest festivals represent India's social traditions and its unity in diversity.</p>
<p>"These festivals celebrated at the time of harvest in various parts of India symbolise our social traditions and unity in diversity. Through these festivals, we honour the hard work of our 'Annadata' farmers and express our gratitude to them. These festivals also give the message of preserving nature and protecting our cultural legacy," she said.</p>
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India News | As Baisakhi ushers in the harvest season, PM Modi and President Murmu highlight its importance as they extend wishes to the people.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Baisakhi. He wished everyone joy, hope, and prosperity. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Wishing everyone a joyous Baisakhi! May this festival bring new hope, happiness and abundance into your life. May we always celebrate the spirit of togetherness, gratitude and renewal." Baisakhi is a harvest festival that also marks the beginning of the New Year in some parts of India. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and traditional joy. The festival is known for bringing prosperity and success and for bringing people together through rituals and celebrations. This year, Baisakhi is being celebrated on April 13. Also called Vaisakhi, the festival marks the beginning of the Punjabi and Sikh New Year and is mainly celebrated in North India, especially in Punjab. It also signals the start of the harvest season. On Saturday, the President's Secretariat released an official statement saying that President Droupadi Murmu also extended greetings on the eve of multiple festivals -- Vaisakhi, Vishu, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi, and Puthandu Pirapu -- which are being celebrated on April 13, 14, and 15. "On the auspicious occasion of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi and Puthandu Pirapu, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians living in India and abroad," President Murmu said. President Murmu said these harvest festivals represent India's social traditions and its unity in diversity. "These festivals celebrated at the time of harvest in various parts of India symbolise our social traditions and unity in diversity. Through these festivals, we honour the hard work of our 'Annadata' farmers and express our gratitude to them. These festivals also give the message of preserving nature and protecting our cultural legacy," she said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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