Dhoni-led Chennai defeated Rajasthan by 64 runs at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday. Earlier, Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bowl and batting first, Chennai set a giant target of 205 runs.

This is the first victory of Chennai at their new home ground as following the unrest in Tamil Nadu state over Cauvery water dispute, Chennai's home ground has been shifted from M.A. Chidambaram Stadium to Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.

After winning the high-scoring match by a huge margin, team Chennai has moved up to the first place of the points table.

While chasing the target, Ajinkya Rahane-led Rajasthan shattered in front of Chennai's bowlers and lost all the wickets after scoring just 140 runs.

Fall of wickets:

20-1 (Heinrich Klaasen, 1.5), 25-2 (Sanju Samson, 2.6), 32-3 (Ajinkya Rahane, 4.3), 77-4 (Jos Buttler, 10.1), 96-5 (Rahul Tripathi, 12.2), 111-6 (Ben Stokes, 13.5), 115-7 (Krishnappa Gowtham, 14.4), 117-8 (Stuart Binny, 15.3), 140-9 (Jaydev Unadkat, 18.2), 140-10 (Ben Laughlin, 18.3)

All the bowlers were proved economical for the team as they were able to take regular wickets.

For Chennai, Shane Watson played at a strike rate of 185.96 and scored 106 off 57 balls. Though, Ambati Rayudu lost his wickets in the fifth over after scoring just twelve runs.

Watson continued his power hitting and found a determined ally in Suresh Raina and together they scored 81 runs for the "yellow brigade."

Shane Watson received the 'Man of the Match' award for his splendid batting display.

MS Dhoni and Sam Billings lost their wickets after scoring 5 and 3 runs respectively.

Dwayne Bravo gave a decent contribution in the death overs. Ravindra Jadeja scored two runs on the last ball of the innings.

Rajasthan team was able to hold the innings in the death overs. The run rate became a bit slower after 13th over, at one stage, Chennai were 150 after losing 2 wickets, on the other hand, they scored just 54 runs in the last 7 overs.

After winning the high-scoring match by a huge margin, team Chennai has moved up to the first place of the points table

Dhoni-led Chennai defeated Rajasthan by 64 runs at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday. Earlier, Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bowl and batting first, Chennai set a giant target of 205 runs. This is the first victory of Chennai at their new home ground as following the unrest in Tamil Nadu state over Cauvery water dispute, Chennai's home ground has been shifted from M.A. Chidambaram Stadium to Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium. After winning the high-scoring match by a huge margin, team Chennai has moved up to the first place of the points table. While chasing the target, Ajinkya Rahane-led Rajasthan shattered in front of Chennai's bowlers and lost all the wickets after scoring just 140 runs. Fall of wickets: 20-1 (Heinrich Klaasen, 1.5), 25-2 (Sanju Samson, 2.6), 32-3 (Ajinkya Rahane, 4.3), 77-4 (Jos Buttler, 10.1), 96-5 (Rahul Tripathi, 12.2), 111-6 (Ben Stokes, 13.5), 115-7 (Krishnappa Gowtham, 14.4), 117-8 (Stuart Binny, 15.3), 140-9 (Jaydev Unadkat, 18.2), 140-10 (Ben Laughlin, 18.3) All the bowlers were proved economical for the team as they were able to take regular wickets. For Chennai, Shane Watson played at a strike rate of 185.96 and scored 106 off 57 balls. Though, Ambati Rayudu lost his wickets in the fifth over after scoring just twelve runs. Watson continued his power hitting and found a determined ally in Suresh Raina and together they scored 81 runs for the "yellow brigade." Shane Watson received the 'Man of the Match' award for his splendid batting display. MS Dhoni and Sam Billings lost their wickets after scoring 5 and 3 runs respectively. Dwayne Bravo gave a decent contribution in the death overs. Ravindra Jadeja scored two runs on the last ball of the innings. Rajasthan team was able to hold the innings in the death overs. The run rate became a bit slower after 13th over, at one stage, Chennai were 150 after losing 2 wickets, on the other hand, they scored just 54 runs in the last 7 overs.

IPL 2018: Shane Watson shines as Chennai beat Rajasthan to reach atop points table

The International Monetary Fund has said it wants continued momentum in India's growth and structural reforms despite the election period.

A number of elections are scheduled to be held in India within the next one year with assembly polls in Karnataka, Mizoram, Chattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan as well as the 2019 Lok Sabha election.

"We are not saying that India's structural reform speed will slow down because of elections. What we are saying is that the growth momentum and the structural reform momentum should continue despite the election period," said Changyong Rhee, Director of the Asia and Pacific Department at the IMF.

India is projected to grow at 7.4 per cent in the fiscal year 2018-2019 as the economy recovers from temporary destruction due to currency exchange initiatives and the roll out of the new goods and services tax, Rhee said Thursday.

Ken Kang, Deputy Director, at the IMF Asia and Pacific Department said the implementation of the GST was "a major reform" of the Indian tax system.&nbsp

"In recent years, India has made impressive progress in reforms.. It (GST) will enhance the efficiency of intra-Indian movement of goods and services, help create a common national market as well as help boost jobs and growth," said Kang.

He said India's introduction of flexible inflation targeting and of a statutory monetary policy which has helped strengthen the monetary policy framework was another big achievement.&nbsp

"The government has recently announced a major recapitalisation plan for the public-sector banks in order to accelerate the work out of non-performing loans, as well as made some important legal improvements through a new insolvency and bankruptcy law," said Kang.

"The IMF hopes that the reform momentum would continue," Kang added.&nbsp

Looking ahead, said Kang, India needed to focus on labour market reforms with a focus on increasing formal female labour participation, to improve the business environment, and reduce complex regulations, but also to address supply bottlenecks, particularly in the agricultural sector and distribution networks.

Responding to a question, Kang said that the IMF expects India's role in the region to expand.

"India does have room to expand its export orientation and to reduce further trade and non-trade barriers. The statutory tariff rate in India is relatively high at about 15 per cent and higher than those in the rest of the region. So there is room to do more on trade reforms," he said.

A number of elections are scheduled to be held in India within the next one year with assembly polls in Karnataka, Mizoram, Chattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan as well as the 2019 Lok Sabha election

The International Monetary Fund has said it wants continued momentum in India's growth and structural reforms despite the election period. A number of elections are scheduled to be held in India within the next one year with assembly polls in Karnataka, Mizoram, Chattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan as well as the 2019 Lok Sabha election. "We are not saying that India's structural reform speed will slow down because of elections. What we are saying is that the growth momentum and the structural reform momentum should continue despite the election period," said Changyong Rhee, Director of the Asia and Pacific Department at the IMF. India is projected to grow at 7.4 per cent in the fiscal year 2018-2019 as the economy recovers from temporary destruction due to currency exchange initiatives and the roll out of the new goods and services tax, Rhee said Thursday. Ken Kang, Deputy Director, at the IMF Asia and Pacific Department said the implementation of the GST was "a major reform" of the Indian tax system. "In recent years, India has made impressive progress in reforms.. It (GST) will enhance the efficiency of intra-Indian movement of goods and services, help create a common national market as well as help boost jobs and growth," said Kang. He said India's introduction of flexible inflation targeting and of a statutory monetary policy which has helped strengthen the monetary policy framework was another big achievement. "The government has recently announced a major recapitalisation plan for the public-sector banks in order to accelerate the work out of non-performing loans, as well as made some important legal improvements through a new insolvency and bankruptcy law," said Kang. "The IMF hopes that the reform momentum would continue," Kang added. Looking ahead, said Kang, India needed to focus on labour market reforms with a focus on increasing formal female labour participation, to improve the business environment, and reduce complex regulations, but also to address supply bottlenecks, particularly in the agricultural sector and distribution networks. Responding to a question, Kang said that the IMF expects India's role in the region to expand. "India does have room to expand its export orientation and to reduce further trade and non-trade barriers. The statutory tariff rate in India is relatively high at about 15 per cent and higher than those in the rest of the region. So there is room to do more on trade reforms," he said.

India's growth momentum must continue despite elections: IMF

Shane Watson's 106-run knock helped Chennai to put up a giant target of 205 runs against Rajasthan. Earlier, Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bowl at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday.

Playing first, Chennai started off the innings very well, opener Shane Watson played at a strike rate of 185.96 and scored 106 off 57 balls.&nbsp;

Though, Ambati Rayudu lost his wickets in the fifth over after scoring just twelve runs.

Watson continued his power hitting and found a determined ally in Suresh Raina and together they scored 81 runs for the "yellow brigade."

MS Dhoni and Sam Billings lost their wicket after scoring 5 and 3 runs respectively.

Dwayne Bravo gave a decent contribution in the death overs. Ravindra Jadeja scored two runs on the last ball of the innings.

Rajasthan team was able to hold the innings in the death overs. The run rate became a bit slower after 13th over,&nbsp;at one stage, Chennai were 150 after losing 2 wickets, on the other hand, they scored just 54 runs in the last 7 overs.

Fall of wickets:

50-1 (Ambati Rayudu, 4.3), 131-2 (Suresh Raina, 11.5), 151-3 (MS Dhoni, 13.2), 161-4 (Sam Billings, 15.1), 202-5 (Shane Watson, 19.5)

In bowling, Shreyas Gopal emerged as a star as he took 3 crucial wickets by giving 20 runs in his 4-over spell but other bowlers like Stuart Binny, Ben Stokes, Krishnappa Gowtham proved very expensive against Chennai.

Shane Watson's 106-run knock helped Chennai to put up a giant target of 205 runs against Rajasthan

Shane Watson's 106-run knock helped Chennai to put up a giant target of 205 runs against Rajasthan. Earlier, Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bowl at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday. Playing first, Chennai started off the innings very well, opener Shane Watson played at a strike rate of 185.96 and scored 106 off 57 balls. Though, Ambati Rayudu lost his wickets in the fifth over after scoring just twelve runs. Watson continued his power hitting and found a determined ally in Suresh Raina and together they scored 81 runs for the "yellow brigade." MS Dhoni and Sam Billings lost their wicket after scoring 5 and 3 runs respectively. Dwayne Bravo gave a decent contribution in the death overs. Ravindra Jadeja scored two runs on the last ball of the innings. Rajasthan team was able to hold the innings in the death overs. The run rate became a bit slower after 13th over, at one stage, Chennai were 150 after losing 2 wickets, on the other hand, they scored just 54 runs in the last 7 overs. Fall of wickets: 50-1 (Ambati Rayudu, 4.3), 131-2 (Suresh Raina, 11.5), 151-3 (MS Dhoni, 13.2), 161-4 (Sam Billings, 15.1), 202-5 (Shane Watson, 19.5) In bowling, Shreyas Gopal emerged as a star as he took 3 crucial wickets by giving 20 runs in his 4-over spell but other bowlers like Stuart Binny, Ben Stokes, Krishnappa Gowtham proved very expensive against Chennai.

IPL 2018: Shane Watson's ton helps Chennai to set 205-run target against Rajasthan

Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to ball against Dhoni-led Chennai at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday.

After winning the toss, Rahane said, "No pressure really, the mood in the camp is good. Looking forward to the game."

For Rajasthan there are two changes, Heinrich Klaasen and Stuart Binny has replaced Stuart Binny and Dhawal Kulkarni respectively for tonight's clash.

Following the unrest in Tamil Nadu state over Cauvery water dispute, Chennai's home ground has been shifted from M.A. Chidambaram Stadium to Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium and it is expected that Dhoni will receive a warm welcome at their new home.

For Chennai, Suresh Raina is fit and back in the playing XI, he replaced Murli Vijay and also Harbhajan Singh has been dropped for tonight's game and Karn Sharma will play at Bhajji's place.

Playing XI:

Chennai: Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Sam Billings, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Deepak Chahar, Karn Sharma, Shardul Thakur, Imran Tahir

Rajasthan: Ajinkya Rahane(c), Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler(w), Heinrich Klaasen, Stuart Binny, Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin

For Rajasthan there are two changes, Heinrich Klaasen and Stuart Binny has replaced Stuart Binny and Dhawal Kulkarni respectively and for Chennai also there are two changes, Suresh Raina has replaced Murli Vijay and Harbhajan Singh by Karn Sharma

Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to ball against Dhoni-led Chennai at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday. After winning the toss, Rahane said, "No pressure really, the mood in the camp is good. Looking forward to the game." For Rajasthan there are two changes, Heinrich Klaasen and Stuart Binny has replaced Stuart Binny and Dhawal Kulkarni respectively for tonight's clash. Following the unrest in Tamil Nadu state over Cauvery water dispute, Chennai's home ground has been shifted from M.A. Chidambaram Stadium to Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium and it is expected that Dhoni will receive a warm welcome at their new home. For Chennai, Suresh Raina is fit and back in the playing XI, he replaced Murli Vijay and also Harbhajan Singh has been dropped for tonight's game and Karn Sharma will play at Bhajji's place. Playing XI: Chennai: Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Sam Billings, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Deepak Chahar, Karn Sharma, Shardul Thakur, Imran Tahir Rajasthan: Ajinkya Rahane(c), Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler(w), Heinrich Klaasen, Stuart Binny, Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin

IPL 2018: Ajinkya Rahane opts to bowl against Chennai

MS Dhoni-led Chennai team faces Rajasthan on Friday at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. It is going to be an interesting clash as both the teams have marked a return after serving a two-year ban and for the first time they both will face each other in IPL 2018.

It's also going to be a treat for Pune's audience as most of the players of Pune's team have landed in Rajasthan's squad like Ajinkya Rahane, Ben Stokes and Jayadev Unadkat. The team will be clashing with Dhoni-Chennai but in the 2016 and 2017, Dhoni too was a part of Pune's squad.

Rajasthan have won two matches out of four and Chennai have won two matches out of three.

Probable XI (TBC):

Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Heinrich Klaasen, Jos Buttler (wk), Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Ben Laughlin, Jaydev Unadkat, Dhawal Kulkarni

Ajinkya Rahane might include Jofra Archer if he has recovered and fit to play.

Probable XI (TBC):

Shane Watson, Murali Vijay, Ambati Rayudu, Sam Billings, MS Dhoni (c and wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Mark Wood, Imran Tahir, Deepak Chahar

Team Rajasthan has been lacking in the bowling department, on the other hand, Team Chennai has been the best in the death overs. The winning probability is slightly more towards Chennai.

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Both the teams have marked a return after serving a two-year ban and for the first time they both will face each other in IPL 2018.

MS Dhoni-led Chennai team faces Rajasthan on Friday at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. It is going to be an interesting clash as both the teams have marked a return after serving a two-year ban and for the first time they both will face each other in IPL 2018. It's also going to be a treat for Pune's audience as most of the players of Pune's team have landed in Rajasthan's squad like Ajinkya Rahane, Ben Stokes and Jayadev Unadkat. The team will be clashing with Dhoni-Chennai but in the 2016 and 2017, Dhoni too was a part of Pune's squad. Rajasthan have won two matches out of four and Chennai have won two matches out of three. Probable XI (TBC): Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Heinrich Klaasen, Jos Buttler (wk), Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Ben Laughlin, Jaydev Unadkat, Dhawal Kulkarni Ajinkya Rahane might include Jofra Archer if he has recovered and fit to play. Probable XI (TBC): Shane Watson, Murali Vijay, Ambati Rayudu, Sam Billings, MS Dhoni (c and wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Mark Wood, Imran Tahir, Deepak Chahar Team Rajasthan has been lacking in the bowling department, on the other hand, Team Chennai has been the best in the death overs. The winning probability is slightly more towards Chennai. Watch the detailed preview of Chennai vs Rajasthan: ×

IPL 2018: Match preview of Chennai vs Rajasthan

Rajasthan skipper Ajinkya Rahane blamed himself for his team's seven-wicket defeat at the hands of Kolkata in their Indian Premier League (IPL) game on Wednesday night.

"I feel it was a different wicket from what we played on against Delhi Daredevils. It was slow and ball was also keeping low. I feel it was my responsibility to take that innings forward," Rahane told reporters after the game here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.

"It is hard to recover from slow start because T20 is all about one or two big overs. I was batting well and wanted to continue till the 14th or 15th over," Rahane added.

The skipper scored a 19-ball 36 and was looking good for a big one after being put in to bat by rival skipper Dinesh Karthik.&nbsp

But he lost his wicket to a Nitish Rana delivery in which Karthik pulled off a brilliant stumping.

Asked if his bowlers should be blamed for failing to defend a modest target of 161, Rahane said,"Not really, our bowlers have done a good job in all three matches. In T20 sometimes you go for runs but we have a good combination. When you lose people start talking about bad bowling or batting."&nbsp

He added that the fielding was not up to the mark and there was scope for much improvement.

Rajasthan will next take on MS Dhoni-led Chennai on Friday.

The skipper scored a 19-ball 36 before losing his wicket.

Rajasthan skipper Ajinkya Rahane blamed himself for his team's seven-wicket defeat at the hands of Kolkata in their Indian Premier League (IPL) game on Wednesday night. "I feel it was a different wicket from what we played on against Delhi Daredevils. It was slow and ball was also keeping low. I feel it was my responsibility to take that innings forward," Rahane told reporters after the game here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. "It is hard to recover from slow start because T20 is all about one or two big overs. I was batting well and wanted to continue till the 14th or 15th over," Rahane added. The skipper scored a 19-ball 36 and was looking good for a big one after being put in to bat by rival skipper Dinesh Karthik. But he lost his wicket to a Nitish Rana delivery in which Karthik pulled off a brilliant stumping. Asked if his bowlers should be blamed for failing to defend a modest target of 161, Rahane said,"Not really, our bowlers have done a good job in all three matches. In T20 sometimes you go for runs but we have a good combination. When you lose people start talking about bad bowling or batting." He added that the fielding was not up to the mark and there was scope for much improvement. Rajasthan will next take on MS Dhoni-led Chennai on Friday.

IPL 2018: 'I am responsible,' says Ajinkya Rahane on Rajasthan's defeat to Kolkata

Dinesh Karthik-led Kolkata faces Rahane-led Rajasthan tonight at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.&nbsp;

Kolkata won the previous clash against Delhi by 71 runs and due to this high margin, Kolkata have managed to climb up on the points table following a better Net Run Rate.

Performance wise, Kolkata team has improved in all the categories if you compare it to the previous seasons. The batting and bowling strength was good on papers and they have replicated the same in the fields.

The intent of winning with the scope of improvement makes the team a strong contender for the IPL 2018 title.

The spinners are the core strength of the team, in the presence of Kuldeep Yadav and Piyush Chawala. They have taken wickets whenever it was required.

Under-10 star Shivam Mavi took the wicket of Gautam Gambhir in the last clash which is appreciable but Dinesh Karthik can consider replacing Shubman Gill with another all-rounder.

Probable XI of Kolkata (TBC):

Sunil Narine, Chris Lynn, Robin Uthappa, Nitish Rana, Dinesh Karthik (c), Shubman Gill, Andre Russell, Shivam Mavi, Piyush Chawla, Tom Curran, Kuldeep Yadav

Also, other bowlers like Sunil Narine and Andre Russell have given immense support.

In the last clash, Andre Russell played at a strike rate 341.67 which means, 41 runs off just 12 balls.

On the other hand, Rajasthan have definitely marked a return after serving two-year ban but it seems they haven't arrived yet. Out of three matches, they have won two matches, out of which one was with the help of DLS method.

Ajinkya needs to strategize and then decide how to go about today's game to earn two points, otherwise, it will very difficult to solidify the position in the top four.

According to me, the middle order is massive, Sanju Samson has played quite good in all the matches, however, the return on investment on Ben Stokes is very less.

Though Rajasthan have settled with the current playing XI but the team is waiting for the Jofra Archer's recovery.

Probable XI of Kolkata (TBC):

Ajinkya Rahane (c), D'Arcy Short, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Rahul Tripathi, Jos Buttler, Krishnappa Gowtham, Ben Laughlin, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat

Although Rajasthan's record at Jaipur is quite good they have won three games but Kolkata's record is comparatively, as they won just one game here at Sawai Mansingh Stadium.

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Dinesh Karthik-led Kolkata faces Rahane-led Rajasthan tonight at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Kolkata won the previous clash against Delhi by 71 runs and due to this high margin, Kolkata have managed to climb up on the points table following a better Net Run Rate. Performance wise, Kolkata team has improved in all the categories if you compare it to the previous seasons. The batting and bowling strength was good on papers and they have replicated the same in the fields. The intent of winning with the scope of improvement makes the team a strong contender for the IPL 2018 title. The spinners are the core strength of the team, in the presence of Kuldeep Yadav and Piyush Chawala. They have taken wickets whenever it was required. Under-10 star Shivam Mavi took the wicket of Gautam Gambhir in the last clash which is appreciable but Dinesh Karthik can consider replacing Shubman Gill with another all-rounder. Probable XI of Kolkata (TBC): Sunil Narine, Chris Lynn, Robin Uthappa, Nitish Rana, Dinesh Karthik (c), Shubman Gill, Andre Russell, Shivam Mavi, Piyush Chawla, Tom Curran, Kuldeep Yadav Also, other bowlers like Sunil Narine and Andre Russell have given immense support. In the last clash, Andre Russell played at a strike rate 341.67 which means, 41 runs off just 12 balls. On the other hand, Rajasthan have definitely marked a return after serving two-year ban but it seems they haven't arrived yet. Out of three matches, they have won two matches, out of which one was with the help of DLS method. Ajinkya needs to strategize and then decide how to go about today's game to earn two points, otherwise, it will very difficult to solidify the position in the top four. According to me, the middle order is massive, Sanju Samson has played quite good in all the matches, however, the return on investment on Ben Stokes is very less. Though Rajasthan have settled with the current playing XI but the team is waiting for the Jofra Archer's recovery. Probable XI of Kolkata (TBC): Ajinkya Rahane (c), D'Arcy Short, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Rahul Tripathi, Jos Buttler, Krishnappa Gowtham, Ben Laughlin, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat Although Rajasthan's record at Jaipur is quite good they have won three games but Kolkata's record is comparatively, as they won just one game here at Sawai Mansingh Stadium. ×

IPL 2018: Match preview of Kolkata vs Rajasthan

Bangalore faced their second defeat in the tournament after losing to Rajasthan at their home ground by 19 runs.&nbsp

Chasing a huge total of 218 runs, Bangalore lost Brendon McCullum early but skipper Virat Kohli showed some stunning strokes.&nbsp

Kohli struck 57 off 30 balls before getting out to Shreyas Gopal.&nbsp

Bangalore kept losing wickets on regular intervals before Washington Sundar and Mandeep Singh chipped in some runs.&nbsp

Sundar scored for 35 while Mandeep remained unbeaten at 47.&nbsp

Meanwhile, Rajasthan rode on Sanju Samson’s knock to post 217/4 in 20 overs.

Sanju Samson, who performed exceptionally well in both the previous matches, again stood up for his team and played blitzing innings of 92 runs off 45 balls.

Sanju Samson's 92 included 2 fours and 10 sixes.

Skipper Ajinkya Rahane gave its team a good start but failed to take it forward as he lost his wicket after making just 36 runs off 20 balls.

Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday won the toss and opted to bowl first against Rajasthan in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2018.&nbsp

Kohli, who opened Bangalore's winning account after defeating Punjab, will be playing at his home ground M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru.

The Bangalore team has made one change in the their playing XI. 
The franchise has given a chance to Pawan Negi in place for Sarfaraz.

"We're going to bowl first today as well. As we saw last year, batting first in the afternoon would be a bit tricky. The team is feeling good the wicket would play much better batting second, especially when one big partnership takes you through."

"This has become a challenging ground and we're happy to play the waiting game. Momentum is hard to gain, we understand that one game is enough to give you that. Rajasthan are coming off a win too and we need to be brave while making our decisions. Just one change - Pawan Negi comes in for Sarfaraz, "he added.

Rajasthan, on the other hand, will enter the ground with the same team.

"We were looking to bowl first as well. But it doesn't matter you need to start and end well. T20 is all about giving your best in every over and take it from there. It is all about believing in ourselves and focus on things we can control," Rajasthan skipper Rahane said

"Our bowlers did a fantastic job in the last two games, despite all that people say about T20 being a batsman's game," he added.

Kohli struck 57 off 30 balls before getting out to Shreyas Gopal.

Bangalore faced their second defeat in the tournament after losing to Rajasthan at their home ground by 19 runs. Chasing a huge total of 218 runs, Bangalore lost Brendon McCullum early but skipper Virat Kohli showed some stunning strokes. Kohli struck 57 off 30 balls before getting out to Shreyas Gopal. Bangalore kept losing wickets on regular intervals before Washington Sundar and Mandeep Singh chipped in some runs. Sundar scored for 35 while Mandeep remained unbeaten at 47. Meanwhile, Rajasthan rode on Sanju Samson’s knock to post 217/4 in 20 overs. Sanju Samson, who performed exceptionally well in both the previous matches, again stood up for his team and played blitzing innings of 92 runs off 45 balls. Sanju Samson's 92 included 2 fours and 10 sixes. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane gave its team a good start but failed to take it forward as he lost his wicket after making just 36 runs off 20 balls. Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday won the toss and opted to bowl first against Rajasthan in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2018. Kohli, who opened Bangalore's winning account after defeating Punjab, will be playing at his home ground M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru. The Bangalore team has made one change in the their playing XI. The franchise has given a chance to Pawan Negi in place for Sarfaraz. "We're going to bowl first today as well. As we saw last year, batting first in the afternoon would be a bit tricky. The team is feeling good the wicket would play much better batting second, especially when one big partnership takes you through." "This has become a challenging ground and we're happy to play the waiting game. Momentum is hard to gain, we understand that one game is enough to give you that. Rajasthan are coming off a win too and we need to be brave while making our decisions. Just one change - Pawan Negi comes in for Sarfaraz, "he added. Rajasthan, on the other hand, will enter the ground with the same team. "We were looking to bowl first as well. But it doesn't matter you need to start and end well. T20 is all about giving your best in every over and take it from there. It is all about believing in ourselves and focus on things we can control," Rajasthan skipper Rahane said "Our bowlers did a fantastic job in the last two games, despite all that people say about T20 being a batsman's game," he added.

IPL 2018: Bangalore fail to climb 218-run mountain posted by Rajasthan, lose by 19 runs

Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday won the toss and opted to bowl first against Rajasthan in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2018.&nbsp

Kohli, who opened Bangalore's winning account after defeating Punjab, will be playing at his home ground M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru.

The Bangalore team has made one change in the their playing XI. 
The franchise has given a chance to Pawan Negi in place for Sarfaraz.

"We're going to bowl first today as well. As we saw last year, batting first in the afternoon would be a bit tricky. The team is feeling good the wicket would play much better batting second, especially when one big partnership takes you through."

"This has become a challenging ground and we're happy to play the waiting game. Momentum is hard to gain, we understand that one game is enough to give you that. Rajasthan are coming off a win too and we need to be brave while making our decisions. Just one change - Pawan Negi comes in for Sarfaraz, "he added.

Rajasthan, on the other hand, will enter the ground with the same team.

"We were looking to bowl first as well. But it doesn't matter you need to start and end well. T20 is all about giving your best in every over and take it from there. It is all about believing in ourselves and focus on things we can control," Rajasthan skipper Rahane said

"Our bowlers did a fantastic job in the last two games, despite all that people say about T20 being a batsman's game," he added.

Teams: 
Rajasthan (Playing XI): Ajinkya Rahane(c), D Arcy Short, Ben Stokes, Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler(w), Rahul Tripathi, Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin

Bangalore (Playing XI): Quinton de Kock(w), Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli(c), AB de Villiers, Mandeep Singh, Washington Sundar, Chris Woakes, Pawan Negi, Kulwant Khejroliya, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal 
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Bangalore will be playing at their home ground M.Chinnaswamy Stadium

Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday won the toss and opted to bowl first against Rajasthan in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2018. Kohli, who opened Bangalore's winning account after defeating Punjab, will be playing at his home ground M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru. The Bangalore team has made one change in the their playing XI. The franchise has given a chance to Pawan Negi in place for Sarfaraz. "We're going to bowl first today as well. As we saw last year, batting first in the afternoon would be a bit tricky. The team is feeling good the wicket would play much better batting second, especially when one big partnership takes you through." "This has become a challenging ground and we're happy to play the waiting game. Momentum is hard to gain, we understand that one game is enough to give you that. Rajasthan are coming off a win too and we need to be brave while making our decisions. Just one change - Pawan Negi comes in for Sarfaraz, "he added. Rajasthan, on the other hand, will enter the ground with the same team. "We were looking to bowl first as well. But it doesn't matter you need to start and end well. T20 is all about giving your best in every over and take it from there. It is all about believing in ourselves and focus on things we can control," Rajasthan skipper Rahane said "Our bowlers did a fantastic job in the last two games, despite all that people say about T20 being a batsman's game," he added. Teams: Rajasthan (Playing XI): Ajinkya Rahane(c), D Arcy Short, Ben Stokes, Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler(w), Rahul Tripathi, Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin Bangalore (Playing XI): Quinton de Kock(w), Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli(c), AB de Villiers, Mandeep Singh, Washington Sundar, Chris Woakes, Pawan Negi, Kulwant Khejroliya, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal

IPL 2018: Virat Kohli wins toss, opts to bowl against Rajasthan

Virat Kohli-led Bangalore are now one from two after defeating Punjab in their previous encounter.

They chased 155 with three balls to spare and for a change it was very much a collective effort rather than the individual brilliance of one or two of their star names.

Bangalore's batting has always been their main strength.&nbsp

With Quinton de Kock, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers comprising the top four, the opposition is bound to be under pressure if one of them hits a purple patch.&nbsp

AB's 40-ball 57 included a devastating onslaught in young Mujeeb Ur Rahman's final over that swung the game in Bangalore's favour.&nbsp

The team has also performed well as a bowling unit in both the games.

Umesh Yadav and Washington Sundar’s inclusion has boosted their chances of doing well in the tournament.&nbsp

The change Bangalore should make is to replace Sarfaraz Khan and bring in Pawan Negi, who could give them more options.

Rajasthan, on the other hand, started the tournament with a mediocre batting performance against Hyderabad.&nbsp

While they put up a decent batting display against DD, D’Arcy Short and Ben Stokes are yet to deliver.

Rajasthan can replace Short with Heinrich Klaasen, who has been in exceptional form and is a good player of spin bowling.

Klaasen is the replacement of Steve Smith, who was banned by Cricket Australia for a period of 12 months following the ball-tampering incident.&nbsp

So overall, it seems Bangalore has sorted their bowling woes while Rajasthan is still trying to find out their best combination.&nbsp

Kohli-led side's top-order has contributed significantly in both games and is most likely to deliver again.

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Kohli has to perform if he wants the middle order to continute&nbspsimilar to openers.&nbsp

For Rajasthan, contributions from Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler, and Sanju Samson will be vital.&nbsp

They were lucky enough to win their last game by DLS method as Kolkata's performance has been remarkable in comparison to theirs.&nbsp

So, Bangalore are favourites as they are familiar with the home conditions and have a balanced team. And Rajasthan have been to be on their toes in order to defeat rejuvenated Bangalore.&nbsp

Bangalore's batting has always been their main strength.

Virat Kohli-led Bangalore are now one from two after defeating Punjab in their previous encounter. They chased 155 with three balls to spare and for a change it was very much a collective effort rather than the individual brilliance of one or two of their star names. Bangalore's batting has always been their main strength. With Quinton de Kock, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers comprising the top four, the opposition is bound to be under pressure if one of them hits a purple patch. AB's 40-ball 57 included a devastating onslaught in young Mujeeb Ur Rahman's final over that swung the game in Bangalore's favour. The team has also performed well as a bowling unit in both the games. Umesh Yadav and Washington Sundar’s inclusion has boosted their chances of doing well in the tournament. The change Bangalore should make is to replace Sarfaraz Khan and bring in Pawan Negi, who could give them more options. Rajasthan, on the other hand, started the tournament with a mediocre batting performance against Hyderabad. While they put up a decent batting display against DD, D’Arcy Short and Ben Stokes are yet to deliver. Rajasthan can replace Short with Heinrich Klaasen, who has been in exceptional form and is a good player of spin bowling. Klaasen is the replacement of Steve Smith, who was banned by Cricket Australia for a period of 12 months following the ball-tampering incident. So overall, it seems Bangalore has sorted their bowling woes while Rajasthan is still trying to find out their best combination. Kohli-led side's top-order has contributed significantly in both games and is most likely to deliver again. × Kohli has to perform if he wants the middle order to continute&nbspsimilar to openers. For Rajasthan, contributions from Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler, and Sanju Samson will be vital. They were lucky enough to win their last game by DLS method as Kolkata's performance has been remarkable in comparison to theirs. So, Bangalore are favourites as they are familiar with the home conditions and have a balanced team. And Rajasthan have been to be on their toes in order to defeat rejuvenated Bangalore.

IPL 2018: Match preview of Bangalore vs Rajasthan

Markets regulator Sebi today decided to make physical settlement of stock derivatives mandatory in a phased or calibrated manner, a move that could bring some much-needed balance between equity cash and derivative segments.&nbsp

The regulator has strengthened the existing entry criteria for introduction of stocks into the derivative segment in line with the increase in market capitalisation since the last revision of the criteria in 2012, Sebi said in the circular.&nbsp

Accordingly, existing criteria like market-wide position limit and median quarter-sigma order size have been revised upward from the current level of Rs 300 crore and Rs 10 lakh, respectively to Rs 500 crore and Rs 25 lakh, respectively.&nbsp

An additional criterion of average daily deliverable' value in the cash market of Rs 10 crore has also been prescribed. The enhanced criteria need to be met for a continuous period of six months.&nbsp

"It has been decided that physical settlement of stock derivatives shall be made mandatory in a phased/calibrated manner," Sebi noted.&nbsp

To begin with, Sebi said that stocks which are currently in derivatives but fail to meet any of the enhanced criteria would be physically settled.&nbsp

However, such stocks would exit the derivative segment if they fail to meet any of the enhanced criteria within one year or fail to meet any of the current existing criteria for a continuous period of three months.&nbsp

Stocks which are currently in derivatives and meet the enhanced criteria would be cash settled. Such stocks if they fail to meet any one of the enhanced criteria for continuous three months will move from cash settlement to physical settlement.&nbsp

After moving to physical settlement if such stock does not meet any of the current existing criteria for a continuous period of three months, then it would exit out of derivatives.

Rajasthan seal a 10-run win by DLS method over Delhi after rain threatened to wash off the game in Jaipur.

Markets regulator Sebi today decided to make physical settlement of stock derivatives mandatory in a phased or calibrated manner, a move that could bring some much-needed balance between equity cash and derivative segments. The regulator has strengthened the existing entry criteria for introduction of stocks into the derivative segment in line with the increase in market capitalisation since the last revision of the criteria in 2012, Sebi said in the circular. Accordingly, existing criteria like market-wide position limit and median quarter-sigma order size have been revised upward from the current level of Rs 300 crore and Rs 10 lakh, respectively to Rs 500 crore and Rs 25 lakh, respectively. An additional criterion of average daily deliverable' value in the cash market of Rs 10 crore has also been prescribed. The enhanced criteria need to be met for a continuous period of six months. "It has been decided that physical settlement of stock derivatives shall be made mandatory in a phased/calibrated manner," Sebi noted. To begin with, Sebi said that stocks which are currently in derivatives but fail to meet any of the enhanced criteria would be physically settled. However, such stocks would exit the derivative segment if they fail to meet any of the enhanced criteria within one year or fail to meet any of the current existing criteria for a continuous period of three months. Stocks which are currently in derivatives and meet the enhanced criteria would be cash settled. Such stocks if they fail to meet any one of the enhanced criteria for continuous three months will move from cash settlement to physical settlement. After moving to physical settlement if such stock does not meet any of the current existing criteria for a continuous period of three months, then it would exit out of derivatives.

IPL 2018: Rajasthan beat Delhi by 10 runs via DLS method

Delhi captain Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday won the toss and decided to bowl first in the IPL match against Rajasthan in Jaipur.

Delhi made two changes bringing in Glenn Maxwell in place of Daniel Christian and Nadeem replaces Amit Mishra.&nbsp

"Looks a good wicket, won't change much. Perhaps dew will come in. That's why we are chasing. Just the start of the tournament, need to get the combination right," Gambhir said.&nbsp

"We have the full squad now. Maxi is back which is a huge plus and we all know how dangerous he can be. Guys are getting used to the combinations. Important to get the combinations right and hopefully we can do it, " he added.

Rajasthan plays the unchanged eleven.

Talking about their strategy Rahane said, "We would have bowled as well but as I said, toss isn't in our control. Happy to bat first and later defend it. Looks a good track and T20 is all about starting afresh. It's all about doing well on that day."

"The boys have worked really hard. I think the boys have adjusted to the conditions well, especially the overseas ones," he added.

Rajasthan (Playing XI): Ajinkya Rahane(c), D Arcy Short, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Rahul Tripathi, Jos Buttler(w), Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin

Delhi (Playing XI): Colin Munro, Gautam Gambhir(c), Shreyas Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, Rishabh Pant(w), Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Chris Morris, Shahbaz Nadeem, Trent Boult, Mohammed Shami 
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Delhi captain Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday won the toss and decided to bowl first in the IPL match against Rajasthan in Jaipur. Delhi made two changes bringing in Glenn Maxwell in place of Daniel Christian and Nadeem replaces Amit Mishra. "Looks a good wicket, won't change much. Perhaps dew will come in. That's why we are chasing. Just the start of the tournament, need to get the combination right," Gambhir said. "We have the full squad now. Maxi is back which is a huge plus and we all know how dangerous he can be. Guys are getting used to the combinations. Important to get the combinations right and hopefully we can do it, " he added. Rajasthan plays the unchanged eleven. Talking about their strategy Rahane said, "We would have bowled as well but as I said, toss isn't in our control. Happy to bat first and later defend it. Looks a good track and T20 is all about starting afresh. It's all about doing well on that day." "The boys have worked really hard. I think the boys have adjusted to the conditions well, especially the overseas ones," he added. Rajasthan (Playing XI): Ajinkya Rahane(c), D Arcy Short, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Rahul Tripathi, Jos Buttler(w), Krishnappa Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin Delhi (Playing XI): Colin Munro, Gautam Gambhir(c), Shreyas Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, Rishabh Pant(w), Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Chris Morris, Shahbaz Nadeem, Trent Boult, Mohammed Shami

IPL 2018: Delhi wins toss, elects to bowl

Rajasthan were outclassed and outplayed by Hyderabad in their opening match of IPL 2018. The Ajinkya Rahane-led franchise will now look to register their first win of the season 11 when they face Delhi at their home ground Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Wednesday.&nbsp;

It will be Rajasthan's first IPL home game in five years and the team will be eager to put on a show for the home fans.&nbsp;

Their opponents Delhi too tasted defeat and both teams will be itching to bounce back.

The Gambhir-led corp. were severely hit by KL Rahul's 14-ball fifty for Kings XI Punjab, losing in Mohali by six wickets.

Rajasthan, on the other hand, could never cope with the bowling might of Hyderabad and went down by nine wickets in Hyderabad.&nbsp;

It was a rather forgettable opening for the hosts who are making a comeback in the tournament after serving a two-year suspension.

The comfort zone of playing at home may give the desired dose of much needed confidence but the cracks exposed against Sunrisers need to be addressed quickly.

Barring a 49 by Sanju Samson, none of other the batsmen showed any confidence nor they could build any partnerships.

Gambhir looked good and determined during his 55 and Rishabh Pant and Morris too contributed.

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They also have a good and experienced bowling side with Boult, Md. Shami, Morris and Amit Mishra in the forefront.

Squads:

Delhi: Gautam Gambhir (captain), Shreyas Iyer, Sandeep Lamichhane, Manjot Kalra, Glenn Maxwell, Amit Mishra, Mohammed Shami, Chris Morris, Colin Munro, Shahbaz Nadeem, Naman Ojha, Rishabh Pant, Harshal Patel, Jason Roy, Vijay Shankar, Prithvi Shaw, Rahul Tewatia, Jayant Yadav, Abhishek Sharma, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult, Daniel Christian, Sayan Ghosh, Gurkeerat Singh Mann.

Rajasthan: Ajinkya Rahane (captain), Ankit Sharma, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jofra Archer, D'Arcy Short, Dushmantha Chameera, Stuart Binny, Shreyas Gopal, S Midhun, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin, Prashant Chopra, Krishnappa Gowtham, Mahipal Lomror, Jatin Saxena, Anureet Singh, Aryaman Birla, Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen, Zahir Khan and Rahul Tripathi. 
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Both the teams tasted defeat and will be itching to bounce back

Rajasthan were outclassed and outplayed by Hyderabad in their opening match of IPL 2018. The Ajinkya Rahane-led franchise will now look to register their first win of the season 11 when they face Delhi at their home ground Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Wednesday. It will be Rajasthan's first IPL home game in five years and the team will be eager to put on a show for the home fans. Their opponents Delhi too tasted defeat and both teams will be itching to bounce back. The Gambhir-led corp. were severely hit by KL Rahul's 14-ball fifty for Kings XI Punjab, losing in Mohali by six wickets. Rajasthan, on the other hand, could never cope with the bowling might of Hyderabad and went down by nine wickets in Hyderabad. It was a rather forgettable opening for the hosts who are making a comeback in the tournament after serving a two-year suspension. The comfort zone of playing at home may give the desired dose of much needed confidence but the cracks exposed against Sunrisers need to be addressed quickly. Barring a 49 by Sanju Samson, none of other the batsmen showed any confidence nor they could build any partnerships. Gambhir looked good and determined during his 55 and Rishabh Pant and Morris too contributed. × They also have a good and experienced bowling side with Boult, Md. Shami, Morris and Amit Mishra in the forefront. Squads: Delhi: Gautam Gambhir (captain), Shreyas Iyer, Sandeep Lamichhane, Manjot Kalra, Glenn Maxwell, Amit Mishra, Mohammed Shami, Chris Morris, Colin Munro, Shahbaz Nadeem, Naman Ojha, Rishabh Pant, Harshal Patel, Jason Roy, Vijay Shankar, Prithvi Shaw, Rahul Tewatia, Jayant Yadav, Abhishek Sharma, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult, Daniel Christian, Sayan Ghosh, Gurkeerat Singh Mann. Rajasthan: Ajinkya Rahane (captain), Ankit Sharma, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jofra Archer, D'Arcy Short, Dushmantha Chameera, Stuart Binny, Shreyas Gopal, S Midhun, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Laughlin, Prashant Chopra, Krishnappa Gowtham, Mahipal Lomror, Jatin Saxena, Anureet Singh, Aryaman Birla, Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen, Zahir Khan and Rahul Tripathi.

IPL 2018: Match preview of Rajasthan vs Delhi

Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place in Rajasthan ahead of the countrywide shutdown on Tuesday called by groups opposed to caste-based reservations, a senior police official said.

Prohibitory orders under section 144 of the CrPC have been imposed in Jaipur city. Mobile internet service has also been blocked for 24 hours in Jaipur from Monday night as a precautionary measure, the official said.

The 'Bharat bandh' call has been made on social media only and no organisation here has so far come forward to support it, the official said.

"Therefore, for the last four-five days, police have held meetings with all the main organisations, market associations,? transport organisations, political organisations and other groups in all the districts asking them to maintain law and order," Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order, NRK Reddy told PTI.

"Meetings have held with all such organisations from police station level to the level of SP and collector in all the districts but no organisation has so far come in support of the bandh call. 
"This is running on social media with no ownership and no responsibility but it has been made clear that strict action will be taken if anyone tried to disrupt peace," he said.

With no ownership and no responsibility, it is likely that anyone can come and disturb peace so we have to ensure that strict action is taken against all such elements be it any caste association or any community association, he said.

There will be no procession, public gathering on Tuesday. Range IGs, district SPs, police commissioners have been given clear instructions to take prompt action against any such activity.

Additional policemen and battalions of RAC have been provided to various district. BSF and CRPF battalions are also being deployed as per requirements of districts, he added.

The 'Bharat bandh' call has been made on social media only

Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place in Rajasthan ahead of the countrywide shutdown on Tuesday called by groups opposed to caste-based reservations, a senior police official said. Prohibitory orders under section 144 of the CrPC have been imposed in Jaipur city. Mobile internet service has also been blocked for 24 hours in Jaipur from Monday night as a precautionary measure, the official said. The 'Bharat bandh' call has been made on social media only and no organisation here has so far come forward to support it, the official said. "Therefore, for the last four-five days, police have held meetings with all the main organisations, market associations,? transport organisations, political organisations and other groups in all the districts asking them to maintain law and order," Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order, NRK Reddy told PTI. "Meetings have held with all such organisations from police station level to the level of SP and collector in all the districts but no organisation has so far come in support of the bandh call. "This is running on social media with no ownership and no responsibility but it has been made clear that strict action will be taken if anyone tried to disrupt peace," he said. With no ownership and no responsibility, it is likely that anyone can come and disturb peace so we have to ensure that strict action is taken against all such elements be it any caste association or any community association, he said. There will be no procession, public gathering on Tuesday. Range IGs, district SPs, police commissioners have been given clear instructions to take prompt action against any such activity. Additional policemen and battalions of RAC have been provided to various district. BSF and CRPF battalions are also being deployed as per requirements of districts, he added.

Rajasthan strike: Section 144 imposed in Jaipur, mobile internet service blocked

Rajasthan <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2018-hyderabad-beat-rajasthan-by-9-wickets--129462">marked a return to the IPL after </a>serving a two-year ban but failed to light up the eleventh edition of the Indian Premier League as they lost the opening&nbsp;match against Hyderabad.

In an eagerly awaited encounter, team Hyderabad won the toss and opted to bowl first.&nbsp;The Hyderabad bowlers ran through the Rajasthan batting line-up as the&nbsp;batters failed miserably. They failed as a bowling unit too.

All eyes were on England's all-rounder Ben Stokes who was at the&nbsp;centre&nbsp;of IPL auctions for&nbsp;Rajasthan. The team which won the inaugural&nbsp;IPL in&nbsp;2008 had&nbsp;purchased 'Big Ben' for a whopping $12.5 crore&nbsp;during the auctions, making him the "most expensive player"&nbsp;of the ongoing tournament.

Ben's Rs 12.5 crore fee&nbsp;for the tournament means he earns approximately Rs. 8,928,571.42 lakhs per match as every team will play a minimum of fourteen matches. Hence, Ben Stokes' knock cost Rajasthan a sum of Rs. 1,785,714.28 lakhs per ball as he scored just five runs off eight deliveries against Hyderabad.

Strokes'&nbsp;run-per-rupee for Rajasthan is around Rs. 17.5 lakhs per ball, a rather expensive deal for Rajasthan.

Before entering the auctions, Rajasthan had retained Steve Smith for an amount of Rs 12.5 crore but due to his involvement in the recent ball-tampering scandal the ex-Australian captain&nbsp;was ruled out from IPL 2018.

Rajasthan will play against Delhi in its next clash which is on Wednesday, the spotlight will be on Ben Stokes again as team Rajasthan will look for a better Return On Investment(ROI) on every rupee spent on the England&nbsp;all-rounder.

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All eyes were on England's all-rounder Ben Stokes who was at the centre of IPL auctions for Rajasthan.

Rajasthan marked a return to the IPL after serving a two-year ban but failed to light up the eleventh edition of the Indian Premier League as they lost the opening match against Hyderabad. In an eagerly awaited encounter, team Hyderabad won the toss and opted to bowl first. The Hyderabad bowlers ran through the Rajasthan batting line-up as the batters failed miserably. They failed as a bowling unit too. All eyes were on England's all-rounder Ben Stokes who was at the centre of IPL auctions for Rajasthan. The team which won the inaugural IPL in 2008 had purchased 'Big Ben' for a whopping $12.5 crore during the auctions, making him the "most expensive player" of the ongoing tournament. Ben's Rs 12.5 crore fee for the tournament means he earns approximately Rs. 8,928,571.42 lakhs per match as every team will play a minimum of fourteen matches. Hence, Ben Stokes' knock cost Rajasthan a sum of Rs. 1,785,714.28 lakhs per ball as he scored just five runs off eight deliveries against Hyderabad. Strokes' run-per-rupee for Rajasthan is around Rs. 17.5 lakhs per ball, a rather expensive deal for Rajasthan. Before entering the auctions, Rajasthan had retained Steve Smith for an amount of Rs 12.5 crore but due to his involvement in the recent ball-tampering scandal the ex-Australian captain was ruled out from IPL 2018. Rajasthan will play against Delhi in its next clash which is on Wednesday, the spotlight will be on Ben Stokes again as team Rajasthan will look for a better Return On Investment(ROI) on every rupee spent on the England all-rounder.

IPL: Rajasthan's ROI on Ben Stokes against Hyderabad was Rs 1,785,714 per ball

The Home Ministry has directed a nationwide advisory to make sure that sufficient security is deployed to ensure that things don't go out of control during the strike-call today&nbsp;against the policy of caste-based reservation in education and jobs.&nbsp;

The bandh(strike) has now spread in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh after eight days in which nine people have lost their lives due to the violence during protests by the Dalit community demanding dilusion of the SC/ST Act.

The strike has not been called by any prominent outfit. The Ministry of Home Affairs has said that the district magistrates and SPs will be personally held responsible for any violence in their area of jurisdiction.&nbsp;

An official of the MHA said the ministry has issued an advisory to all states to take necessary precautionary measures in view of the calls on social media for the shutdown on April 10.&nbsp;

"The MHA has advised the states to beef up security and make appropriate arrangements to prevent any untoward incident, including the issue of prohibitory orders, if necessary," the official said.&nbsp;

The states have been asked to intensify patrolling in all sensitive locations so as to prevent any loss of life or damage to property. There will be no procession, public gathering tomorrow. Range IGs, district SPs, police commissioners have been given clear instructions to take prompt action against any such activity.

Security sources said calls for the so-called anti-quota bandh started circulating through social media, including various WhatsApp groups, after the protest on April 2 against the Supreme Court order mandating stringent safeguards before the SC/ST Act can be invoked.

Prohibitory orders under section 144 of the CrPC have been imposed in Jaipur city. Mobile internet service has also been blocked for 24 hours in Jaipur from tonight as a precautionary measure, the official said. Officials today said that they had been paying particular attention to messages being circulated on social media platforms.

Security across Madhya Pradesh was also beefed up in the wake of a shutdown call. Officials said the call has been a social media-fuelled one and no organisation had come forward so far to claim responsibility for it.

Police are also on alert in Punjab, where anti-riot squads have also been deployed, and Haryana, where last week’s bandh led to clashes in Kaithal town. In Jharkhand, apart from alerts against any rally or procession, police are keeping a watch on various social media platforms to track calls for a bandh.

Deputy Inspector General of Police, Bhopal, Dharmendra Dubey said that social media messages were being monitored and warned that those spreading hate messages would be booked under section 188 (disobedience to order promulgated by public servant) of the Indian Penal Code.

Ajatshatru, Divisional Commissioner of Bhopal said that prohibitory orders under section 144 had been clamped in the city for Tuesday but services including schools, government offices and banks would operate as usual.

In Gujarat, there have been no open calls for a bandh although Dalit leader Jignesh Mevani has already warned of a “counter protest” on April 14.

The Bandh has now heavily spread in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh after eight days where nine people lost their lives due to violence during protests by the Dalit community demanding dilusion of the SC/ST Act

The Home Ministry has directed a nationwide advisory to make sure that sufficient security is deployed to ensure that things don't go out of control during the strike-call today against the policy of caste-based reservation in education and jobs. The bandh(strike) has now spread in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh after eight days in which nine people have lost their lives due to the violence during protests by the Dalit community demanding dilusion of the SC/ST Act. The strike has not been called by any prominent outfit. The Ministry of Home Affairs has said that the district magistrates and SPs will be personally held responsible for any violence in their area of jurisdiction. An official of the MHA said the ministry has issued an advisory to all states to take necessary precautionary measures in view of the calls on social media for the shutdown on April 10. "The MHA has advised the states to beef up security and make appropriate arrangements to prevent any untoward incident, including the issue of prohibitory orders, if necessary," the official said. The states have been asked to intensify patrolling in all sensitive locations so as to prevent any loss of life or damage to property. There will be no procession, public gathering tomorrow. Range IGs, district SPs, police commissioners have been given clear instructions to take prompt action against any such activity. Security sources said calls for the so-called anti-quota bandh started circulating through social media, including various WhatsApp groups, after the protest on April 2 against the Supreme Court order mandating stringent safeguards before the SC/ST Act can be invoked. Prohibitory orders under section 144 of the CrPC have been imposed in Jaipur city. Mobile internet service has also been blocked for 24 hours in Jaipur from tonight as a precautionary measure, the official said. Officials today said that they had been paying particular attention to messages being circulated on social media platforms. Security across Madhya Pradesh was also beefed up in the wake of a shutdown call. Officials said the call has been a social media-fuelled one and no organisation had come forward so far to claim responsibility for it. Police are also on alert in Punjab, where anti-riot squads have also been deployed, and Haryana, where last week’s bandh led to clashes in Kaithal town. In Jharkhand, apart from alerts against any rally or procession, police are keeping a watch on various social media platforms to track calls for a bandh. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Bhopal, Dharmendra Dubey said that social media messages were being monitored and warned that those spreading hate messages would be booked under section 188 (disobedience to order promulgated by public servant) of the Indian Penal Code. Ajatshatru, Divisional Commissioner of Bhopal said that prohibitory orders under section 144 had been clamped in the city for Tuesday but services including schools, government offices and banks would operate as usual. In Gujarat, there have been no open calls for a bandh although Dalit leader Jignesh Mevani has already warned of a “counter protest” on April 14.

'Bharat Bandh': Home ministry issues advisory, security forces on alert nationwide

Hyderabad's bowlers collapsed Rajasthan's batting order to restrict the side to 125 runs after 20 overs.

Siddarth Kaul and Shakib Al Hasan both took two wickets each.

Hasan dismissed Sanju Samson and Rahul Tripathi at 49 and 17 runs respectively.

Samson fell just one-run short of his half-century and is also the highest scorer in the entire squad. &nbsp&nbsp

Shreyas Gopal and Rahul Tripathi somehow managed to take RR's score to 100.&nbsp

Meanwhile, leg-spinner Rashid Khan took just one wicket and gave away 23 runs in four overs.&nbsp

Hyderabad won the toss and elected to bowl first and like always they have managed a pressure on the opponent team.&nbsp

They will now have to chase the score of 126 runs using their best batting line-up Kane Williamson, Shikhar Dhawan, Yusuf Pathan, Manish Pandey, Deepak Hooda and others. 
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Siddarth Kaul and Shakib Al Hasan both took two wickets each

Hyderabad's bowlers collapsed Rajasthan's batting order to restrict the side to 125 runs after 20 overs. Siddarth Kaul and Shakib Al Hasan both took two wickets each. Hasan dismissed Sanju Samson and Rahul Tripathi at 49 and 17 runs respectively. Samson fell just one-run short of his half-century and is also the highest scorer in the entire squad. Shreyas Gopal and Rahul Tripathi somehow managed to take RR's score to 100. Meanwhile, leg-spinner Rashid Khan took just one wicket and gave away 23 runs in four overs. Hyderabad won the toss and elected to bowl first and like always they have managed a pressure on the opponent team. They will now have to chase the score of 126 runs using their best batting line-up Kane Williamson, Shikhar Dhawan, Yusuf Pathan, Manish Pandey, Deepak Hooda and others.

IPL 2018: Impressive Hyderabad restrict Rajasthan to 125

Chennai all-rounder Kedar Jadhav, who became a hero after he snatched the match from Mumbai's jaws to give yellow brigade its first win, on Monday was ruled out of the rest of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The right-handed batsman has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury which he suffered in the season-opener.

Jadhav has suffered a grade two tear, coach Michael Hussey informed.

"Unfortunately for us, Kedar Jadhav has been ruled out for the rest of the tournament. His hamstring scan didn't come back so good. I believe it is a grade two tear. He is going to be out for some time. We haven't picked a replacement yet, We will go through that process," Hussey said ahead of clash against Kolkata."

Jadhav returned from the dugout for a final over to seal the game in favour of Chennai by hitting a six in the last over.&nbsp 
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The right-handed batsman has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury

Chennai all-rounder Kedar Jadhav, who became a hero after he snatched the match from Mumbai's jaws to give yellow brigade its first win, on Monday was ruled out of the rest of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The right-handed batsman has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury which he suffered in the season-opener. Jadhav has suffered a grade two tear, coach Michael Hussey informed. "Unfortunately for us, Kedar Jadhav has been ruled out for the rest of the tournament. His hamstring scan didn't come back so good. I believe it is a grade two tear. He is going to be out for some time. We haven't picked a replacement yet, We will go through that process," Hussey said ahead of clash against Kolkata." Jadhav returned from the dugout for a final over to seal the game in favour of Chennai by hitting a six in the last over.

IPL 2018: Chennai's last over hero Kedar Jadhav ruled out

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018 has begun in full swing and over the next one and a half months all the eight teams will battle it out amongst themselves for a spot in the knockout stage.

In match four of the cash-rich tournament, Hyderabad will face Rajasthan at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad today. &nbsp;

Both the teams had to face a major setback before the beginning of the campaign after their respective captains- Steve Smith and David Warner were banned from playing in this season of the IPL, after the infamous ball-tampering scandal.&nbsp;

However, despite their absence, the balance of both the sides is still intact.&nbsp;

Kane Williamson and Ajinkya Rahane will be leading Hyderabad and Rajasthan respectively.&nbsp;

Rajasthan will hope to get off to a winning start while making a comeback into the tournament after a two-year suspension, and Hyderabad will aim for a similar result as in 2016 when they clinched the title.&nbsp;

For Hyderabad, Shikhar Dhawan, Deepak Hooda, Rashid Khan and Kane Williamson, Bhuvneshwar Kumar are all there on the teamsheet.&nbsp;

Another valuable addition to the squad is that of IPL’s first centurion, Manish Pandey whom the franchise bought for Rs 11 crores.&nbsp;

Even, the Royals think-tank also tried to maintain a core group of players. Ajinkya Rahane, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Stokes and Rahul Tripathi, all of whom represented Pune last season were bought by Rajasthan this time.&nbsp;

The Royals also spent heavily on their foreign contingent buying players impact players like Ben Stokes, Joffra Archer.&nbsp;

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Both the teams have some of the most power-packed performers but it will be important for them to perform to overcome the Smith-Warner jolt.&nbsp;

The two teams will face each other at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad today

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018 has begun in full swing and over the next one and a half months all the eight teams will battle it out amongst themselves for a spot in the knockout stage. In match four of the cash-rich tournament, Hyderabad will face Rajasthan at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad today. Both the teams had to face a major setback before the beginning of the campaign after their respective captains- Steve Smith and David Warner were banned from playing in this season of the IPL, after the infamous ball-tampering scandal. However, despite their absence, the balance of both the sides is still intact. Kane Williamson and Ajinkya Rahane will be leading Hyderabad and Rajasthan respectively. Rajasthan will hope to get off to a winning start while making a comeback into the tournament after a two-year suspension, and Hyderabad will aim for a similar result as in 2016 when they clinched the title. For Hyderabad, Shikhar Dhawan, Deepak Hooda, Rashid Khan and Kane Williamson, Bhuvneshwar Kumar are all there on the teamsheet. Another valuable addition to the squad is that of IPL’s first centurion, Manish Pandey whom the franchise bought for Rs 11 crores. Even, the Royals think-tank also tried to maintain a core group of players. Ajinkya Rahane, Jaydev Unadkat, Ben Stokes and Rahul Tripathi, all of whom represented Pune last season were bought by Rajasthan this time. The Royals also spent heavily on their foreign contingent buying players impact players like Ben Stokes, Joffra Archer. × Both the teams have some of the most power-packed performers but it will be important for them to perform to overcome the Smith-Warner jolt.

IPL 2018: Hit by similar setbacks, Rajasthan, Hyderabad seek winning start

A mob of some 5,000 people set fire to the homes of two Dalit politicians in Rajasthan today.&nbsp;

The two politicians belong&nbsp;to the BJP and the Congress.&nbsp;

Senior district official Abhimanyu Kumar told the Press Trust of India (PTI) that Legislator Rajkumari Jatav and ex-legislator Bharosilal Jatav were not in Hinduan town of Karauli district when their homes were attacked.&nbsp;

Jatav was a minister in the previous Congress government.&nbsp;

News reports quoted Karauli Superintendent of Police Anil Kayal saying some 40 people had been detained in Hindaun after today's arson and violence.&nbsp;

Today's protests, mostly by trader groups, are seen as a counter to yesterday's violence during the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/bharat-bandh-protests-as-violence-sweeps-across-india-death-toll-rises-to-9-127934">Bharat Bandh</a> called by Dalit groups against a Supreme Court order that they allege dilutes the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

The two politicians belong to the BJP and the Congress

A mob of some 5,000 people set fire to the homes of two Dalit politicians in Rajasthan today. The two politicians belong to the BJP and the Congress. Senior district official Abhimanyu Kumar told the Press Trust of India (PTI) that Legislator Rajkumari Jatav and ex-legislator Bharosilal Jatav were not in Hinduan town of Karauli district when their homes were attacked. Jatav was a minister in the previous Congress government. News reports quoted Karauli Superintendent of Police Anil Kayal saying some 40 people had been detained in Hindaun after today's arson and violence. Today's protests, mostly by trader groups, are seen as a counter to yesterday's violence during the Bharat Bandh called by Dalit groups against a Supreme Court order that they allege dilutes the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

Day after Bharat Bandh, 5,000-strong mob sets fire to homes of two Dalit politicians in Rajasthan

Recently appointed General Secretary in-charge of Organisation by Rahul Gandhi, Ashok Gehlot has said he is not removed from the people of Rajasthan.&nbsp;

Speaking to the press today, Gehlot said he has got a&nbsp;lot of love and respect from Rajasthan and that he will continue to work for the state and its people.

"Sometimes I'm dispatched to Rajya Sabha and sometimes people say that I have been sent to Delhi. Rajasthan is not far away from Delhi. I want to say that misinformation about this should not be spread. Till my last breath, I will work for the people of Rajasthan,"&nbsp;Gehlot said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He added that juniors must work in tandem with seniors and that they must aim to outshine the work done by the party's seniors.

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As of now, Rahul Gandhi has not yet declared Sachin Pilot as the Congress' chief ministerial candidate for Rajasthan but with Gehlot moving to Delhi after Gujarat&nbsp;(he was General Secretary in charge of the state), the signal being sent is that road has been cleared for Pilot who is the organisational head of the Congress in the state.&nbsp;

Gehlot replaced longstanding Congress General Secretary Janardhan Dwivedi and has been tasked with reviving the organisation. Gehlot has suggested some changes which seem to have been approved by the Congress leadership.&nbsp;

It has been decided that booth-level committees would be formed at the earliest and a data bank of the committees be created so that the central leadership can access the backgrounds of people working at the ground level.&nbsp;

It has also been decided that special attention would be given to backward castes, women, and minorities when it comes to representation within the organisation. Special attention would also be paid to monitoring the programmes of the Congress Party and they will&nbsp;be reviewed by dedicated teams. Gehlot has also suggested that training programmes should be vigorously implemented and their schedule be properly maintained.&nbsp;

It has also been decided that 40 per cent of "existing faces" will be kept in the organisation, while "new faces"&nbsp;will be introduced in 60 per cent of posts. There were be a special focus on accountability, so that those who have worked for the party are rewarded and those who have not are removed from important positions.&nbsp;

'Rajasthan is not far away from Delhi. I want to say that misinformation about this should not be spread. Till my last breath, I will work for the people of Rajasthan,' Gehlot said

Recently appointed General Secretary in-charge of Organisation by Rahul Gandhi, Ashok Gehlot has said he is not removed from the people of Rajasthan. Speaking to the press today, Gehlot said he has got a lot of love and respect from Rajasthan and that he will continue to work for the state and its people. "Sometimes I'm dispatched to Rajya Sabha and sometimes people say that I have been sent to Delhi. Rajasthan is not far away from Delhi. I want to say that misinformation about this should not be spread. Till my last breath, I will work for the people of Rajasthan," Gehlot said. He added that juniors must work in tandem with seniors and that they must aim to outshine the work done by the party's seniors. × As of now, Rahul Gandhi has not yet declared Sachin Pilot as the Congress' chief ministerial candidate for Rajasthan but with Gehlot moving to Delhi after Gujarat (he was General Secretary in charge of the state), the signal being sent is that road has been cleared for Pilot who is the organisational head of the Congress in the state. Gehlot replaced longstanding Congress General Secretary Janardhan Dwivedi and has been tasked with reviving the organisation. Gehlot has suggested some changes which seem to have been approved by the Congress leadership. It has been decided that booth-level committees would be formed at the earliest and a data bank of the committees be created so that the central leadership can access the backgrounds of people working at the ground level. It has also been decided that special attention would be given to backward castes, women, and minorities when it comes to representation within the organisation. Special attention would also be paid to monitoring the programmes of the Congress Party and they will be reviewed by dedicated teams. Gehlot has also suggested that training programmes should be vigorously implemented and their schedule be properly maintained. It has also been decided that 40 per cent of "existing faces" will be kept in the organisation, while "new faces" will be introduced in 60 per cent of posts. There were be a special focus on accountability, so that those who have worked for the party are rewarded and those who have not are removed from important positions.

I'm never far from Rajasthan: Gehlot asserts his claim to chief ministership

India erupted in violence Monday as Dalit protesters went on the rampage against an alleged dilution of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.&nbsp;

At least nine people were killed in North India, as the protesters blocked trains, clashed with police and set fire to vehicles across several states during a nationwide bandh.&nbsp;

Six people were killed in Madhya Pradesh, at least five of them in the crossfire between the police and protesters. Three other people died, two in Uttar Pradesh and one in Alwar, Rajasthan.&nbsp;

The Army and paramilitary forces were also put on standby in Punjab.

The Union Home Ministry, which rushed 800 anti-riot policemen to MP and UP, asked all states to take preventive steps and maintain public order to ensure safety of lives and property.

Transport, mobile and internet services were hit in many states with over 100 trains getting affected due to protests.&nbsp;

The protests follow a March 20 Supreme Court order banning the automatic arrest and filing of cases against people accused under the act. The court had wanted to protect "honest" public servants discharging bona fide duties from being blackmailed with false cases under the Act but the Dalits believe the order may lead to an increase in violence against the community (which already faces massive discrimination at the hands of upper caste and OBC Hindus.&nbsp;

While some states had ordered closure of educational institutions as a precautionary measure, incidents of arson, firing and vandalism were reported from MP, UP, Rajasthan, Bihar and Punjab, among other places.

In UP, nearly 75 persons including 40 policemen were injured in violent protests in various parts of the state. Police have detained nearly 450 people there.

In Rajasthan, 26 people including nine policemen were injured in Alwar.

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Home Minister Rajnath Singh appealed for peace, while Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said the government was not a party to the Supreme Court decision on the SC/ST Act and "respectfully" did not agree with its reasoning behind the verdict.

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Prasad also said the government has filed a very comprehensive review petition in the matter.

Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan, a prominent Dalit leader and head of NDA constituent LJP, appreciated the government's quick decision.

Senior Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad alleged that incidents of atrocities on Dalits and minorities have increased in the country since the NDA came to power in 2014, while AAP leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal extended his support to the protesting groups.

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath appealed for peace and urged the people not to vitiate law and order, as violence was reported from many districts including Azamgarh where protesters torched two state-run buses, injuring several passengers. 
As protests turned violent in Agra, Hapur, Meerut in western UP, Director General of Police (DGP), O P Singh, said, "We have sought more force from the Centre that will be deployed there."

Many trains, including premier Rajdhani and Shatabdi expresses, were stopped by protestors while some were short-terminated.

A group of about 2,000 people disrupted trains at the Hapur station as well, disrupting the movement of many goods trains, railway officials added.

The CBSE has already postponed Class 12 and Class 10 examinations scheduled to be held today in Punjab at the request of the state government in view of the 'Bharat Bandh'.

In the national capital region, protesters squatted on tracks at several places, stopping trains, including the Dehradun Express and the Ranchi Rajdhani, while a Northern Railway official said services were also disrupted by a mob in Ghaziabad.

Shouting slogans of "Jai Bhim", the protesters also blocked roads affecting traffic movement, police said.

In Patna, protesters stormed the railway station, forced closure of ticket counters and squatted on tracks disrupting movement of a number of trains.

Normal life was also affected in several parts of Odisha where activists of different Dalit groups put up road blockades.

Major towns and cities of Gujarat also witnessed protests while civic-run transport services were halted after some of the buses were targeted by agitators.&nbsp;

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Six people were killed in Madhya Pradesh, two in UP, and one in Rajasthan

India erupted in violence Monday as Dalit protesters went on the rampage against an alleged dilution of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. At least nine people were killed in North India, as the protesters blocked trains, clashed with police and set fire to vehicles across several states during a nationwide bandh. Six people were killed in Madhya Pradesh, at least five of them in the crossfire between the police and protesters. Three other people died, two in Uttar Pradesh and one in Alwar, Rajasthan. The Army and paramilitary forces were also put on standby in Punjab. The Union Home Ministry, which rushed 800 anti-riot policemen to MP and UP, asked all states to take preventive steps and maintain public order to ensure safety of lives and property. Transport, mobile and internet services were hit in many states with over 100 trains getting affected due to protests. The protests follow a March 20 Supreme Court order banning the automatic arrest and filing of cases against people accused under the act. The court had wanted to protect "honest" public servants discharging bona fide duties from being blackmailed with false cases under the Act but the Dalits believe the order may lead to an increase in violence against the community (which already faces massive discrimination at the hands of upper caste and OBC Hindus. While some states had ordered closure of educational institutions as a precautionary measure, incidents of arson, firing and vandalism were reported from MP, UP, Rajasthan, Bihar and Punjab, among other places. In UP, nearly 75 persons including 40 policemen were injured in violent protests in various parts of the state. Police have detained nearly 450 people there. In Rajasthan, 26 people including nine policemen were injured in Alwar. #WATCH #BharatBandh over SC/ST protection act:Shots fired during protests in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior pic.twitter.com/p8mW36qL0s — ANI (@ANI) April 2, 2018 × #BharatBandh over SC/ST protection act: Police lathicharges protesters in #Haryana's Yamunanagar. pic.twitter.com/a6mWooQbOX — ANI (@ANI) April 2, 2018 × #BharatBandh over SC/ST protection act: Bus vandalized & set ablaze during protest in Azamgarh. pic.twitter.com/smRy8IdG9w — ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) April 2, 2018 × #BharatBandh over SC/ST protection act: Visuals of vehicles set ablaze during protest in Muzaffarnagar. pic.twitter.com/r5FsdkfD3M — ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) April 2, 2018 × Home Minister Rajnath Singh appealed for peace, while Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said the government was not a party to the Supreme Court decision on the SC/ST Act and "respectfully" did not agree with its reasoning behind the verdict. The Government of India has advised all states to maintain law and order and we are ready to provide assistance to any state that may require so. — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) April 2, 2018 × Prasad also said the government has filed a very comprehensive review petition in the matter. Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan, a prominent Dalit leader and head of NDA constituent LJP, appreciated the government's quick decision. Senior Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad alleged that incidents of atrocities on Dalits and minorities have increased in the country since the NDA came to power in 2014, while AAP leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal extended his support to the protesting groups. UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath appealed for peace and urged the people not to vitiate law and order, as violence was reported from many districts including Azamgarh where protesters torched two state-run buses, injuring several passengers. As protests turned violent in Agra, Hapur, Meerut in western UP, Director General of Police (DGP), O P Singh, said, "We have sought more force from the Centre that will be deployed there." Many trains, including premier Rajdhani and Shatabdi expresses, were stopped by protestors while some were short-terminated. A group of about 2,000 people disrupted trains at the Hapur station as well, disrupting the movement of many goods trains, railway officials added. The CBSE has already postponed Class 12 and Class 10 examinations scheduled to be held today in Punjab at the request of the state government in view of the 'Bharat Bandh'. In the national capital region, protesters squatted on tracks at several places, stopping trains, including the Dehradun Express and the Ranchi Rajdhani, while a Northern Railway official said services were also disrupted by a mob in Ghaziabad. Shouting slogans of "Jai Bhim", the protesters also blocked roads affecting traffic movement, police said. In Patna, protesters stormed the railway station, forced closure of ticket counters and squatted on tracks disrupting movement of a number of trains. Normal life was also affected in several parts of Odisha where activists of different Dalit groups put up road blockades. Major towns and cities of Gujarat also witnessed protests while civic-run transport services were halted after some of the buses were targeted by agitators. (With inputs from PTI)

Bharat Bandh protests: As violence sweeps across India, death toll rises to 9

Following the death of a man due to the Bharat bandh protest on Monday, case has been registered against two policemen in Madhya Pradesh.

The case has been registered against the policemen in connection with the death of Mahavir Rajawat in Bhind.

&nbsp;Six people were killed in Madhya Pradesh, at least five of them in the crossfire between the police and protesters. Three other people died, two in Uttar Pradesh and one in Alwar, Rajasthan.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the chairman of the SC/ST National Commission has said that action will be taken against culprits involved in the violence&nbsp;and death in the protest.

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There has been violence & people have died. Those responsible are people who've been rejected by Dalits, whether it is Cong or BSP. We will do an inquiry & give report to govt. Action will be taken against culprits: RS Katheria, Chairman, SC/ST National Commission <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BharatBandh?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BharatBandh</a> <a href="https://t.co/H4OA0cgodT">pic.twitter.com/H4OA0cgodT</a>
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India erupted in violence Monday as Dalit protesters went on the rampage against an alleged dilution of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.&nbsp;

At least nine people were killed in North India, as the protesters blocked trains, clashed with police and set fire to vehicles across several states during a nationwide bandh.&nbsp;

In its hearing on Tuesday, the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/scst-act-we-are-not-against-it-says-supreme-court-but-refuses-to-cancel-earlier-order-128083">Supreme Court said that it was not against the SC/ST Act</a> and does not want the innocent to be punished.

The court's hearing came in response to the Centre's petition.

Supreme Court asked the lawyers in the case, including the Attorney General, to file a written submission which will be heard after 10 days.

Six people were killed in Madhya Pradesh, at least five of them in the crossfire between the police and protesters

Following the death of a man due to the Bharat bandh protest on Monday, case has been registered against two policemen in Madhya Pradesh. The case has been registered against the policemen in connection with the death of Mahavir Rajawat in Bhind. Six people were killed in Madhya Pradesh, at least five of them in the crossfire between the police and protesters. Three other people died, two in Uttar Pradesh and one in Alwar, Rajasthan. Madhya Pradesh: Case registered against two policemen in connection with the death of a man Mahavir Rajawat during yesterday's protests in Bhind #SC_ST_Act — ANI (@ANI) April 3, 2018 × Meanwhile, the chairman of the SC/ST National Commission has said that action will be taken against culprits involved in the violence and death in the protest. There has been violence & people have died. Those responsible are people who've been rejected by Dalits, whether it is Cong or BSP. We will do an inquiry & give report to govt. Action will be taken against culprits: RS Katheria, Chairman, SC/ST National Commission #BharatBandh pic.twitter.com/H4OA0cgodT — ANI (@ANI) April 3, 2018 × India erupted in violence Monday as Dalit protesters went on the rampage against an alleged dilution of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. At least nine people were killed in North India, as the protesters blocked trains, clashed with police and set fire to vehicles across several states during a nationwide bandh. In its hearing on Tuesday, the Supreme Court said that it was not against the SC/ST Act and does not want the innocent to be punished. The court's hearing came in response to the Centre's petition. Supreme Court asked the lawyers in the case, including the Attorney General, to file a written submission which will be heard after 10 days.

Bharat Bandh protest: Case registered against two policemen in Madhya Pradesh

A 25-year-old woman and her two daughters were found dead in &nbsp;Rajasthan's Dungarpur district on Sunday.&nbsp;

The police have suspected a case of suicide. The mother, identified as Anita Koted, and her two daughters&nbsp;- three years and six years - were found death in their house.&nbsp;

The locals informed the police&nbsp;who reached the spot and took the charred bodies to the hospital, a police official informed.&nbsp;

The room was bolted from inside and the woman's husband had gone to work at that time, SHO of Sagwada police station Rameshwar Bhati said.

Prima facie, it appears to be a case of suicide. The matter is being investigated, the police said.

Last week, another woman had committed suicide along with her three-year-old daughter in Bikaner after her husband had died in an accident.&nbsp;

She committed suicide by hanging herself in her quarter at the police line. The deceased in her letter also expressed the desire to donate eyes of her daughter and herself.

The police have suspected a case of suicide. The mother, identified as Anita Koted, and her two daughters were - three years and six years - were found death in their house

A 25-year-old woman and her two daughters were found dead in Rajasthan's Dungarpur district on Sunday. The police have suspected a case of suicide. The mother, identified as Anita Koted, and her two daughters - three years and six years - were found death in their house. The locals informed the police who reached the spot and took the charred bodies to the hospital, a police official informed. The room was bolted from inside and the woman's husband had gone to work at that time, SHO of Sagwada police station Rameshwar Bhati said. Prima facie, it appears to be a case of suicide. The matter is being investigated, the police said. Last week, another woman had committed suicide along with her three-year-old daughter in Bikaner after her husband had died in an accident. She committed suicide by hanging herself in her quarter at the police line. The deceased in her letter also expressed the desire to donate eyes of her daughter and herself.

Woman, 2 daughters found charred to death, suicide suspected

Indian cricket Hardik Pandya issued an official statement on Wednesday after a local Rajasthan court directed Jodhpur police to file an FIR&nbsp;over a derogatory tweet on Bhimrao Ambedkar.

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In his tweet, Hardik Pandya said:&nbsp;&quot;I would like to take this opportunity to clarify that no such tweet and/or statement, whether on Twitter or any other form of media has been issued by me. The tweet in question was posted by a fake account using my name and display image.&quot;

&quot;I use only my verified&nbsp;twitter handle to make official communications via Twitter and the said tweet was posted by a spurious account, pretending to be me,&quot; the statement added.

The official statement further said:&nbsp;&quot;I have the utmost respect for Dr BR Ambedkar, the Indian Consitution and the many communities that call India their home and I would not indulge in making any kind of statement which is derogatory and /or which insults the sentiments of any community. I use social media to interact with my fans and I believe that in this age of social media must be vigilant of misinformation and act responsibly.&quot;

Fake account of Hardik Pandya on Twitter with account handle&nbsp;@sirhardik3777 had tweeted&nbsp;&ldquo;Kaun ambedkar???? Wahi jisne dogla kanoon aur sanvidhan banaya ya wo jisne #aarakshan naam ki bimari desh mein failai #HegdeInsultsAmbedkar #TuedayThoughts&rdquo;.

However, the tweet was published in December but it started doing the rounds on social media through a screenshot posted in a WhatsApp group in January.

Offended by the tweet an advocate in Rajasthan moved court for&nbsp;action against the cricketer.

The account from which derogatory comment was tweeted seems to have been deleted or deactivated as it is no longer&nbsp;available.

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Indian cricket Hardik Pandya issued an official statement on Wednesday after a local Rajasthan court directed Jodhpur police to file an FIR over a derogatory tweet on Bhimrao Ambedkar

Indian cricket Hardik Pandya issued an official statement on Wednesday after a local Rajasthan court directed Jodhpur police to file an FIR over a derogatory tweet on Bhimrao Ambedkar. My statement. pic.twitter.com/P67YZLJqsl — hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) March 22, 2018 × In his tweet, Hardik Pandya said: "I would like to take this opportunity to clarify that no such tweet and/or statement, whether on Twitter or any other form of media has been issued by me. The tweet in question was posted by a fake account using my name and display image." "I use only my verified twitter handle to make official communications via Twitter and the said tweet was posted by a spurious account, pretending to be me," the statement added. The official statement further said: "I have the utmost respect for Dr BR Ambedkar, the Indian Consitution and the many communities that call India their home and I would not indulge in making any kind of statement which is derogatory and /or which insults the sentiments of any community. I use social media to interact with my fans and I believe that in this age of social media must be vigilant of misinformation and act responsibly." Fake account of Hardik Pandya on Twitter with account handle @sirhardik3777 had tweeted “Kaun ambedkar???? Wahi jisne dogla kanoon aur sanvidhan banaya ya wo jisne #aarakshan naam ki bimari desh mein failai #HegdeInsultsAmbedkar #TuedayThoughts”. However, the tweet was published in December but it started doing the rounds on social media through a screenshot posted in a WhatsApp group in January. Offended by the tweet an advocate in Rajasthan moved court for action against the cricketer. The account from which derogatory comment was tweeted seems to have been deleted or deactivated as it is no longer available.

Cricketer Hardik Pandya clarifies on Ambedkar tweet

Two male tigers were killed in separate incidents in the tiger reserves of Sariska and Ranthambore in Rajasthan over the past two days, officials said today.

A 13-year-old tiger died after he was rescued from a village in Khandar area near Ranthambore National Park in Sawai Madhopur district today.

&quot;The tiger strayed and went close to a village where people surrounded him. A team of the forest department tranquilised and shifted him to a forest area, but he died after some time,&quot; Chief Conservator of Forest (Sawai Madhopur) Y K Sahu, said.

Another four-year-old male big cat was found dead in a farm near the Sariska Forest Reserve in Alwar district yesterday.

The tiger prima facie died of strangulation after getting stuck in a wire trap, placed by a farmer to stop wild animals from damaging his crop, Chief Conservator of Forest (Alwar) Govind Bharadwaj said.

The farmer was arrested after he surrendered before the forest department. He was booked under the Wildlife Protection Act, Bharadwaj said, adding that the accused was being interrogated to ascertain if it was a case of poaching.

The postmortem reports of the two tigers were awaited, officials said.

Talking about the incidents in a press conference, State Forest and Environment Minister Gajendra Singh Khinvsar highlighted the human-wildlife conflict.

He said the population of tigers, including cubs and sub-adults, in the Ranthambhore National Park is nearly 70. The population, he said, is almost double the capacity of the park.

&quot;Tigers need to be translocated, which takes lot of surveillance and work. We will be translocating a pair of tiger and tigress each in Sariska and Mukundra Hills from Ranthambhore very soon,&quot; he said.

Khinvsar said though boundaries of forest cannot be made, the state government is working to constructing boundary wall of Ranthambhore National Park in a phased manner.&nbsp;

A 13-year-old tiger died after he was rescued from a village in Khandar area near Ranthambore National Park in Sawai Madhopur district today.

Two male tigers were killed in separate incidents in the tiger reserves of Sariska and Ranthambore in Rajasthan over the past two days, officials said today. A 13-year-old tiger died after he was rescued from a village in Khandar area near Ranthambore National Park in Sawai Madhopur district today. "The tiger strayed and went close to a village where people surrounded him. A team of the forest department tranquilised and shifted him to a forest area, but he died after some time," Chief Conservator of Forest (Sawai Madhopur) Y K Sahu, said. Another four-year-old male big cat was found dead in a farm near the Sariska Forest Reserve in Alwar district yesterday. The tiger prima facie died of strangulation after getting stuck in a wire trap, placed by a farmer to stop wild animals from damaging his crop, Chief Conservator of Forest (Alwar) Govind Bharadwaj said. The farmer was arrested after he surrendered before the forest department. He was booked under the Wildlife Protection Act, Bharadwaj said, adding that the accused was being interrogated to ascertain if it was a case of poaching. The postmortem reports of the two tigers were awaited, officials said. Talking about the incidents in a press conference, State Forest and Environment Minister Gajendra Singh Khinvsar highlighted the human-wildlife conflict. He said the population of tigers, including cubs and sub-adults, in the Ranthambhore National Park is nearly 70. The population, he said, is almost double the capacity of the park. "Tigers need to be translocated, which takes lot of surveillance and work. We will be translocating a pair of tiger and tigress each in Sariska and Mukundra Hills from Ranthambhore very soon," he said. Khinvsar said though boundaries of forest cannot be made, the state government is working to constructing boundary wall of Ranthambhore National Park in a phased manner.

Rajasthan: 2 tigers killed in two days, say officials

In yet another incident&nbsp;relating to superstitious practices in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, a four-month-old infant was branded with an iron rod to cure her of pneumonia.

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The infant, a resident of Rama Kheda village in Bhilwara was rushed to Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara after her health worsened.&nbsp;

The matter came to light when the doctor operating her discovered marks on her stomach.

The baby was branded a couple of days back before she was taken to the hospital.

This is not the first time when an incident of&nbsp;superstition was reported from Bhilwara said the SHO of Karoi&nbsp;police station.&nbsp;

The girl is undergoing treatment at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara.&nbsp;

The police have also registered a case&nbsp;against unidentified accused on the complaint by Child Welfare Committee. 
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The matter came to light when the doctor operating her discovered marks on her stomach

In yet another incident relating to superstitious practices in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, a four-month-old infant was branded with an iron rod to cure her of pneumonia. #Rajasthan: A four-month-old girl was hospitalised in Bhilwara, where she was branded with an iron rod to cure her of pneumonia. pic.twitter.com/3iERFCq9eO — ANI (@ANI) March 19, 2018 × The infant, a resident of Rama Kheda village in Bhilwara was rushed to Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara after her health worsened. The matter came to light when the doctor operating her discovered marks on her stomach. The baby was branded a couple of days back before she was taken to the hospital. This is not the first time when an incident of superstition was reported from Bhilwara said the SHO of Karoi police station. The girl is undergoing treatment at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara. The police have also registered a case against unidentified accused on the complaint by Child Welfare Committee.

Rajasthan: 4-month-old girl branded with iron rod to cure pneumonia

In yet another incident relating to superstitious practices in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, a four-month-old infant was branded with an iron rod to cure her of pneumonia. The infant, a resident of Rama Kheda village in Bhilwara was rushed to Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara after her health worsened. The matter came to light when the doctor operating her discovered marks on her stomach. The baby was branded a couple of days back before she was taken to the hospital. This is not the first time when an incident of superstition was reported from Bhilwara said the SHO of Karoi police station. The girl is undergoing treatment at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara. The police have also registered a case against unidentified accused on the complaint by Child Welfare Committee.

In yet another incident relating to superstitious practices in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, a four-month-old infant was branded with an iron rod to cure her of pneumonia. The infant, a resident of Rama Kheda village in Bhilwara was rushed to Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara after her health worsened. The matter came to light when the doctor operating her discovered marks on her stomach. The baby was branded a couple of days back before she was taken to the hospital. This is not the first time when an incident of superstition was reported from Bhilwara said the SHO of Karoi police station. The girl is undergoing treatment at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Bhilwara. The police have also registered a case against unidentified accused on the complaint by Child Welfare Committee.

An alleged Pakistani infiltrator was arrested by the Border Security Force (BSF) on Thursday from the International Border (IB) in Rajasthan&#39;s Bikaner.&nbsp;

The man was arrested from Bandli post and was later handed over to the Khajuwala Police.&nbsp;

The arrested accused revealed his name as Manjoor Khan and claimed to be a resident of Pakistan&#39;s Bahawalpur city.&nbsp;

He is further being interrogated by the Police and Intelligence agencies.&nbsp;

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The accused, Manjoor Khan claimed to be a resident of Pakistan`s Bahawalpur city

An alleged Pakistani infiltrator was arrested by the Border Security Force (BSF) on Thursday from the International Border (IB) in Rajasthan's Bikaner. The man was arrested from Bandli post and was later handed over to the Khajuwala Police. The arrested accused revealed his name as Manjoor Khan and claimed to be a resident of Pakistan's Bahawalpur city. He is further being interrogated by the Police and Intelligence agencies. #Rajasthan: A Pakistani national and suspected spy has been arrested in Pokhran pic.twitter.com/JanLc9sm2N — ANI (@ANI) March 15, 2018 ×

BSF arrests Pak 'infiltrator' in Rajasthan's Bikaner

Haryana Assembly on Thursday passed a bill advocating capital punishment for rape of children of 12-years of age and below.

Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan have already cleared a bill with similar provisions.

The Madhya Pradesh Assembly unanimously passed a Bill awarding death to those found guilty of raping girls aged 12 and below in December 2017 while Rajasthan passed the similar bill on March 9.

Maharashtra and Karnataka are also considering the death penalty for child rapists. 
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Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan have already cleared a bill with similar provisions

Haryana Assembly on Thursday passed a bill advocating capital punishment for rape of children of 12-years of age and below. Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan have already cleared a bill with similar provisions. The Madhya Pradesh Assembly unanimously passed a Bill awarding death to those found guilty of raping girls aged 12 and below in December 2017 while Rajasthan passed the similar bill on March 9. Maharashtra and Karnataka are also considering the death penalty for child rapists.

Haryana passes bill advocating death penalty for rape of children below 12

A meteorite that struck a village near Rajasthan just 20 kms from the capital Jaipur in June 2017 could reveal many mysteries about the origin of life and provide clues about&nbsp;the evolution of the solar system, the Geological Survey of India stated.

The meteorite had struck Mukubdpura near Rajasthan in the early morning of June 6, 2017, creating a 6 feet deep crater in an agricultural land.

Reports say that some think it is because of the &#39;meteorite impact&#39;while others suggest that it could be shaped out because of &lsquo;tectonic&rsquo; or &lsquo;structural&rsquo; activity or &lsquo;magmatism&rsquo;.

When the meteorite hit last year, the Geological Survey of India&#39;s state experts and Forensic Science Team found hard black stone pieces of what looked like a black coal of about 4 kgs from the crater that measured three feet.&nbsp;

Reports say that it looked like a reddish-yellow fireball coming from the sky and created a massive thud on the ground. Scientists at GSI stated that the carbonaceous chondrite meteorites, unlike other meteorites, contain very primitive traces of carbon. And carbon forms the backbone of all life on earth.

They stated that there could be a likelihood that this meteorite could contain substances from space which could have been formed during the early stages of the evolution of the solar system and help discover the origins of life.&nbsp;

Scientists also said that another meteorite had struck Tinsukia in Assam just prior to the Mukundpura meteorite on June 5. It had hit the floodplains of the River Lohit. 
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The meteorite had struck Mukubdpura near Rajasthan in the early morning of June 6, 2017 creating a 6 feet deep crater in an agricultural land

A meteorite that struck a village near Rajasthan just 20 kms from the capital Jaipur in June 2017 could reveal many mysteries about the origin of life and provide clues about the evolution of the solar system, the Geological Survey of India stated. The meteorite had struck Mukubdpura near Rajasthan in the early morning of June 6, 2017, creating a 6 feet deep crater in an agricultural land. Reports say that some think it is because of the 'meteorite impact'while others suggest that it could be shaped out because of ‘tectonic’ or ‘structural’ activity or ‘magmatism’. When the meteorite hit last year, the Geological Survey of India's state experts and Forensic Science Team found hard black stone pieces of what looked like a black coal of about 4 kgs from the crater that measured three feet. Reports say that it looked like a reddish-yellow fireball coming from the sky and created a massive thud on the ground. Scientists at GSI stated that the carbonaceous chondrite meteorites, unlike other meteorites, contain very primitive traces of carbon. And carbon forms the backbone of all life on earth. They stated that there could be a likelihood that this meteorite could contain substances from space which could have been formed during the early stages of the evolution of the solar system and help discover the origins of life. Scientists also said that another meteorite had struck Tinsukia in Assam just prior to the Mukundpura meteorite on June 5. It had hit the floodplains of the River Lohit.

Jaipur meteorite-hit could help discover evolution of solar system: Geological Survey

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