Month: April 2025

[ad_1] This is an AI image generated using ChatGPT NEW DELHI: In a bizarre incident, a train movement between Dhulianganga and Nimtita stations in West Bengal was obstructed by over 5,000 people, who squatted on railway track affecting train movement on Friday."It has been reported that about 5000 people have gathered and squatted on the Railway track between Dhulianganga and Nimtita stations affecting train movement in the section. 53434 DN Barharwa Azimganj Passenger also detaining at Ballalpur for non-availability of path," an official press release said.The incident occurred at 2.46pm when the services of DN Kamakhya - Puri Express were affected for a "non-Railway cause"."Train services in Azimganj - New Farakka section of Eastern Railway has been affected today (11.4.2025) as a group of people started squatting on Railway track obstructing the movement of 15644 DN Kamakhya - Puri Express […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Delhi and the NCR regions witnessed a drop in temperature on Friday as dusty storms swept through the city for the second day in a row, causing 15 flights to divert, and several delayed at the Delhi airport. A total of 15 flights were diverted, and several were delayed at the Delhi airport on Friday due to dust storms and gusty winds, ANI reported citing airport SourcesFrom several areas, visuals showed the dusty storm and even a bike trapped after a branch fell. The IMD posted a yellow alert for Delhi on April 11, when the temperature will fluctuate between 23°C and 38°C. While temporary, the cooler winds and overcast weather brought relief from the heatwave that had topped much of the last week.On April 10, the dusty storm and light rain cooled down the weather. Today, […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Is BJP planning Nitish Kumar's 'honourable exit' from Bihar politics? Is BJP looking to reposition him in a different role? As the NDA in Bihar gears up for year end elections speculations are rife that the BJP may stake claim to the top post in the state post elections and find another important role for Nitish Kumar. In such a scenario, Nitish Kumar's son, who has dropped hints for a political debut, may be accommodated at the sate level. It is in this light that senior BJP leader and former Union minister Ashwini Kumar Choubey floated a possible "plan" in place for a smooth transition of power. "It is my personal wish that he be made the deputy Prime Minister. If the wish is granted, Bihar will see the second son of its soil, after Babu Jagjivan […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India and US could finalise a part of the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement amid the ongoing 90-day tariff pause announced by the Trump administration.According to a government official, the two countries have already finalised the terms of reference to start negotiations for the pact."Lot of possibilities are there to finalise low hanging fruits. Lot of possibilities are there to finalise the form and shape of the BTA," the official said, adding everything is possible in 90 days if it is a "win-win" for both sides."The work has started. India is far ahead of other countries in negotiating a trade deal," the government official said, adding India is in continuous engagement with the US.India and the US are engaged in finalising the trade agreement. Both sides have targeted to conclude the first phase by fall (September-October) this year […]

[ad_1] Ruturaj Gaikwad (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings suffered a major setback as regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out of the IPL due to an elbow injury — a development that has paved the way for Mahendra Singh Dhoni to return to the leadership role. CSK head coach Stephen Fleming confirmed the news on Thursday. Gaikwad sustained the injury after being struck by a short ball from Jofra Archer during CSK’s IPL 2025 clash against Rajasthan Royals."Ruturaj Gaikwad ruled out of IPL with fracture on elbow. MS Dhoni to take over as captain," Fleming told mediapersons on Thursday.“He (Gaikwad) got hit in Guwahati. He’s been operating with an amount of pain. We got an X-ray, which was inconclusive, and we had an MRI, which revealed a fracture in his elbow, in the radial neck. So we’re […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The legend is back at the helm. MS Dhoni, at 43 years and 278 days, has officially become the oldest captain in Indian Premier League history, returning to lead Chennai Super Kings after a mid-season injury to Ruturaj Gaikwad.The announcement, made just before CSK’s match against Kolkata Knight Riders at a roaring MA Chidambaram Stadium, sparked wild celebrations among fans.Also See: IPL Live Score, CSK vs KKRThe iconic "Thala" walked out for the toss in familiar fashion, greeted by a deafening Chepauk crowd that erupted as he flipped the coin once again -- this time, as the captain of the side he led to five IPL titles. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Although KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to field first, all eyes were firmly on Dhoni, who looked […]

[ad_1] MS Dhoni and Ajinkya Rahane (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: The roar was deafening, the decibel levels off the charts, and Chepauk bathed in a sea of yellow as their beloved 'Thala' Mahendra Singh Dhoni strode out for the toss. With the crowd in full voice, Dhoni flipped the coin, and Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane called correctly. Rahane won the toss and chose to field against Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2025 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday.Also See: CSK vs KKR, IPL Live Score"We'll bowl first. There were a lot of positives from the last game. We as a team played really well. It is about improving each game. This looks like a good wicket, won't change much," Rahane said during the toss. "We are batting deep, so that's why we look […]