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[ad_1] “This is the time of year when you have to prepare yourself for big games, so, yeah, I try to set the tone, and I think the boys follow it, so it’s good.” shared Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin at the post-win conference with NHL.com. The Washington Capitals marked their thrilling stance by winning against the Carolina Hurricanes with a riveting score of 5-4 on April 11, 2025. The Alex Ovechkin-led team now boasts 50 wins, 19 losses, and 9 overtime losses. Today, the Washington Capitals will face the Columbus Blue Jackets at 10 pm ET. Will the team follow Alex Ovechkin’s lead? Or will it not? Only time will tell. For now, let’s celebrate the G.O.A.T! Let's celebrate the leader who sets the tone for the Washington Capitals boys. Alex Ovechkin receives a goat for being the NHL’s […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: More than 350 flights were delayed at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) on Saturday as ongoing air traffic congestion disrupted operations for a second day, Press Trust of India (PTI) reported.Passengers took to social media to share images and videos of long queues and crowded terminals as delays mounted.According to PTI, the disruptions began on Friday evening due to adverse weather conditions and have had a spill over effect on Saturday’s schedule.“Flight operations at Delhi Airport are improving; however, a few flights are still impacted due to last night's weather conditions," Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) said in a post on X at 2:07 PM.Flight tracking website Flightradar24.com showed that over 350 flights had been delayed, with average departure delays exceeding 40 minutes.IndiGo, India’s largest airline, also confirmed the impact. “Ongoing air traffic congestion in Delhi […]

[ad_1] Image via Isabella Strahan/Instagram Michael Strahan’s daughter, Isabella Strahan, spent the majority of her time in 2024 going through treatments to remove cancer cells in her body. The now 20 year old college student left her college but did not give up and finally managed to become cancer free in 2024. But the battle was not so easy and she recently opened up about the emotional and mental toll brain cancer had on her, apart from the physical pain that it caused.Michael Strahan’s daughter, Isabella Strahan, spoke about how in college she realised she was left behind when it came to making friends due to her illnessIn March 2025, Michael Strahan’s daughter, Isabella Strahan appeared on Beyond the Battlefront podcast and opened up about the mental toll her brain cancer had on her and her thoughts.When 18 year old […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: A political war of words broke out on Saturday over the extradition of 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana to India, with Congress leader Digvijaya Singh crediting the UPA government for laying the groundwork, and Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC slamming the remark as “appeasement politics.”Rana, 64, a Canadian citizen and native of Pakistan, was extradited to stand trial in India on 10 criminal charges stemming from his alleged role and accused of being a key conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks that left over 170 dead. Speaking to ANI, senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh said, “Iski shuruwat Congress ne ki thi... isme koi shrey Modi ji ko nahi jata hai.” He asserted that the extradition was possible only because the Congress-led UPA government had ensured Rana was named in the investigation at the right time, […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Violence erupted again on Saturday in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, where one person sustained a bullet injury in Dhulian, Samserganj block. This follows extensive unrest on Friday in Suti and Samserganj areas during demonstrations against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.At a Kolkata press briefing, ADG (Law and Order) Jawed Shamim indicated preliminary information suggests the shooting might have originated from BSF personnel rather than local police. The wounded individual is currently receiving treatment and is stable.BSF forces were positioned in select areas of the district, which borders Bangladesh, following Friday's disturbances. Authorities have apprehended 118 individuals linked to the violent incidents, with more arrests anticipated as operations continue.Officials are actively managing the situation, with senior officers at ADG and IG levels present in Murshidabad. Specialised units have been deployed to maintain order. A separate incident involved a teenage […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Sukhbir Singh Badal has been re-elected as the president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). Posting on X, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) wrote, “Congratulations to Punjab’s development man, Sukhbir Singh Badal, on becoming the president of Shiromani Akali Dal. May Sukhbir Singh Badal firmly guard the rights of the Panth and Punjab and make Punjab prosperous again.”Sukhbir Badal, a prominent figure in Punjab politics, is the son of the late Parkash Singh Badal, a five-time chief minister of the state. He has led the SAD through multiple electoral battles and political shifts, especially in recent years as the party recalibrated its position following its exit from the NDA alliance.Sukhbir Badal has also served as deputy chief minister of Punjab and held portfolios focused on development, infrastructure and industry.This marks another term for Badal, who will replace […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and opted to field against Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2025 match at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Saturday.During the toss, Pant said: "We are going to bowl first. The wicket looks good, Happy to win the last two matches. As a team, we talk about the process and the team is responding well now. Bowlers have done a really good job, we have to give credit to them." "Instead of Mitchell Marsh, Himmat Singh comes in. His daughter is not well," Pant said.For Gujarat Titans, Washinton Sundar was included in place of Kulwant Khejroliya. "I would have bowled first as well. I don't think the wicket is going to change much. Everyone is contributing, that's been one of the […]

[ad_1] Sonia and Rahul Gandhi (ANI file photo) NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday said it has begun proceedings to take possession of properties worth over Rs 700 crore belonging to Associated Journals Limited (AJL) in National Herald case, a company linked to Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. The assets include prime properties located in Delhi, Mumbai, and Lucknow — among them, the iconic Herald House on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg in the national capital.The ED stated that the move is part of its action in the AJL money laundering case, undertaken in accordance with Section 8 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 and the relevant rules under the Prevention of Money Laundering (Taking Possession of Attached or Frozen Properties) Rules, 2013. [ad_2] Source link

[ad_1] Chennai Super Kings fans (Pic credit: CSK) NEW DELHI: The Chennai Super Kings’ struggles in IPL 2025 hit a new low on Friday as they slumped to their fifth consecutive defeat, posting their lowest ever total at Chepauk — 103/9 — in a crushing eight-wicket loss to Kolkata Knight Riders. The defeat came just a day after Mahendra Singh Dhoni returned as captain in place of the injured Ruturaj Gaikwad.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!But amidst the gloom, CSK reached out to their ever-loyal fanbase with a heartfelt message on social media, reaffirming their gratitude. The franchise shared an emotional quote from batting coach and former Australian star Michael Hussey, alongside the caption: "Of the fans, by the fans, for the fans!"Check out the daily cricket challenge - Who's That?"Our fans have been absolutely phenomenal […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday shared a video of his meeting with workers from the fashion and textile sector. In a post X, he wrote about his interaction with Vicky, a young entrepreneur who has built his own textile business through talent and determination. Gandhi described how Vicky’s factory workers "toil for 12 hours a day, weaving magic with needle and thread," but added that the industry continues to undervalue such skill.Sharing the video on X, Gandhi wrote, "Till date, I have never met anyone from the OBC community at the top of the textile design industry."क्या एक OBC युवा Indian Fashion का top designer बन सकता है? | Rahul Gandhi“Just like in other industries, in the textile and fashion sector too, marginalised communities neither have representation, nor access to education […]