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[ad_1] T Natrajan and Mayank Yadav One of the most captivating aspects of franchise-based T20 leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL) is the price tags that players carry. The IPL draws attention not just for cricket, but also for the high-stakes auctions where teams spend crores on players they believe can help them win the trophy.While some players justify their hefty price tags with match-winning performances, others fail to deliver. But there's a third, less-discussed category — players who don't even get a chance to prove their worth. Whether due to fitness issues or team combinations, a number of high-priced players in IPL 2025 are yet to play this season. Here's a look at some of the players who were signed for Rs 2 crore or more but are yet to feature in the ongoing tournament:Mayank Yadav – Lucknow […]

[ad_1] Mark Mobius said that India needs to swiftly reduce bureaucratic hurdles in investment and trade processes. India is not decoupled from Donald Trump’s tariff risks but it is in a good spot to take over the supply chain from China, says Mark Mobius, chairman of Mobius Emerging Opportunities Fund. The veteran investor believes that India needs to act quickly to take advantage of the global supply chain shift away from China.In an interview with ET, Mobius said that India needs to swiftly reduce bureaucratic hurdles in investment and trade processes.'India in a very good spot'Asked whether India can remain protected from the trade war, Mobius said, “Everybody is in the same soup. Nobody can generally escape. India will be entangled more in the global trade war because it will become a major supplier going forward.”“India is in a very […]

[ad_1] GADAG: A 24-year-old Gadag woman married for four months ended her life after her mother-in-law and brother-in-law allegedly targeted her for complexion.District SP BS Nemagouda said the deceased, identified as Pooja Ayyanagoudar, was from Ballari."According to a complaint filed by Pooja's parents, her mother-in-law Shashikala and husband's elder brother Veeranagouda were harassing her, saying she is dark-skinned. We've arrested both Shashikala and Veeranagouda," he added.Accused in judial custody Pooja married Amaresh, a resident of Sharanabasaveshwar Nagar, Betgeri-Gadag, about four months ago,” the SP added. According to police, Pooja ended her life by hanging in her in-laws’ residence in Betgeri-Gadag on April 15, and the incident came to light after her parents filed a complaint with police on Saturday. The arrested has been remanded in judicial custody. Police sources said Amaresh, who works with a private company in Shahapur, wanted […]

[ad_1] Pope Francis died on Monday morning, Vatican officials confirmed. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the camerlengo responsible for overseeing Church matters between papacies, made the announcement, saying: “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church.” He added that Francis had taught the world to live the Gospel with courage and compassion, especially for the poor and marginalised.'Pope Francis has returned to the home of the Father': Vatican in video statement - follow live updatesWith the papacy now vacant, the Catholic Church enters a solemn and historic transition period. The election of a new pope is overseen by the College of Cardinals, who will gather in Rome for a secretive meeting known as the conclave. The conclave has long […]

[ad_1] Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, a day after making an appearance at Saint Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement."This morning at 7:35 am (0535 GMT) the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father," said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in the statement published by the Vatican on its Telegram channel.“He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with faithfulness, courage, and universal love, especially for the poorest and most marginalized... With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite, merciful love of God, One and Tribune," he added.'Pope Francis has returned to the home of the Father': Vatican in video statement - follow live updatesNow the Pope died, many are questioning who could […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Delhi Police is investigating if alterations being carried out at a meat shop on the ground floor may have triggered the collapse of a four-storey building in Mustafabad area, which resulted in 11 deaths on Saturday.According to the FIR, just hours before the incident, construction work was underway at the shop. “The owner (Tehsin) and others removed the wall between two shops on the ground floor, bypassing the building norms and committing negligence,” it said. A police source said, “We are also probing if seepage led to the weakening of the foundation.”The source said the building was constructed in a phased manner — the initialstructure consisted of ground and first levels, and two more floors were added later. Police will question the builder and obtain the building’s original layout. They will also seek documents from MCD related […]

[ad_1] If there’s one person who can shapeshift into the movie roles he does, it is none other than the versatile actor Randeep Hooda. He often stays fit and is known for his love for impeccable cinema and a bit of horse riding. Hooda recently revealed on one of the episodes of the Shubhankar Mishra Podcast that he lost 18 kilos in 28 days for his role in Swatantrya Veer Savarkar (2024). The 48-year-old fitness enthusiast discussed his extreme weight loss methods and shared his views on fasting as a means to maintain health and fitness.Hooda, known for his physical transformations in films like Sarbjit (2016) starring him and Aishwarya Rai in the lead role, explained that he took drastic measures to achieve the desired look for the climax scene of his latest film. He disclosed that he "stopped eating […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday expressed concern over being accused of overstepping its constitutional limits, as it heard a petition to invoke Article 355 in West Bengal, citing the recent violence in Murshidabad over protests against the Waqf Amendment Act, which was recently passed in the Parliament.These remarks from the top court came against the backdrop of sharp criticism by BJP MPs over its observations on the Waqf Act, which have stirred political debate.Justice B R Gavai, heading the bench alongside Justice Augustine George Masih, said, “As it is, we are alleged of encroaching upon the parliamentary and executive functions,” responding to a request for directions to the Centre under Article 355 of the Constitution.The observation came during a mention by Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, who urged the court to take up a new application seeking invoking […]

[ad_1] Pope Francis. (File photo: AP) Pope Francis died on Easter Monday morning at 7:35 am, the Vatican announced. He was 88. The news was confirmed by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, who oversees Church operations during a papal interregnum."At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father," Cardinal Farrell said in a solemn statement. "His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church."Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, made history in 2013 as the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and the first non-European pontiff in over 1,200 years. His decade-long papacy was marked by his emphasis on mercy, inclusiveness, humility, and a deep concern for the environment and the marginalized.“He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with faithfulness, […]

[ad_1] Virat Kohli and Preity Zinta after the Match Following RCB's seven-wicket victory, Virat Kohli and Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta shared a warm exchange near the boundary line, with cameras capturing their friendly conversation filled with smiles and laughter despite the match result.The interaction took place after Kohli's match-winning unbeaten innings of 73 runs that guided RCB to victory over Punjab Kings.The candid moment showed Zinta graciously congratulating Kohli, demonstrating sportsmanship despite her team's loss.The footage revealed Kohli, typically known for his on-field intensity, engaging in a lighthearted conversation with one of the IPL's most recognized team owners.Social media platforms have been flooded with images and videos of their interaction, with fans describing it as "a vibe," "pure class," and the perfect representation of the IPL spirit.The exchange between the two prominent IPL personalities has become one of the […]