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Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced concerns over ravindra Jadeja's cautious batting against spin in T20s, noting a persistent struggle to accelerate. Jadeja's strike rate against spin has been low since 2020, leading to a more passive role, even when promoted ahead of others. Ashwin suggests Jadeja's mindset mirrors MS Dhoni's, preferring to take the game deep and target pacers.

The Bombay High Court has issued a serious warning to R.G. Singh, the Director of the Staff Selection Commission, by filing a contempt notice for allegedly disregarding court orders.

Asha Bhosle’s single Malayalam song stands as a beautiful reminder of her versatility and dedication to music. Even though she sang in many languages, her effort to master the nuances of Malayalam for Sujatha showed her respect for every linguistic tradition.

Veteran actor Sachin Pilgaonkar pens an emotional tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, recalling his first meeting with her as a child and their deep personal bond over the years. Calling her his “second mother,” he celebrates her vibrant spirit, cherishing their memories while emphasizing that her life and legacy should always be remembered and celebrated.

Maharashtra has formed an expert committee to boost patent quality and commercialisation from academic institutions, addressing a decline in its national patent ranking. The move aims to shift focus from filing quantity to successful grants and industry adoption, tackling issues like poor drafting and academic-driven filings.

Kolkata Knight Riders confront bowling weaknesses, especially spin, as they host Sunrisers Hyderabad. This match begins a vital home series for KKR. Both teams aim for improved performances after initial setbacks. The encounter promises an exciting contest between two strong batting lineups. Fans can catch the action live on Star Sports and JioHotstar.

Kolkata Knight Riders face Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL 2026 clash, both seeking their first win after opening defeats. KKR's bowling attack, particularly spinners Narine and Chakravarthy, needs to find form at their Eden Gardens fortress. SRH also grapple with bowling vulnerabilities despite a strong batting lineup. Both teams aim to secure vital points.

Neetu Kapoor celebrated 47 years of her film Jhoota Kahin Ka with a throwback photo featuring her and late husband Rishi Kapoor. The 1979 comedy also starred Rakesh Roshan and Prem Chopra. Rishi, who battled leukemia, passed away in 2020. Recently, the Kapoor family copyrighted his name to protect his legacy.

Former India spinner Nilesh Kulkarni assesses India's spin legacy transition, highlighting the need to groom future match-winners for red-ball cricket. He discusses challenges for batters against spin, the impact of pitch conditions, and the role of T20 and AI, advocating for balance and adaptability.

Two Tamil films, Bharath's 'Kaalidas 2' and Legend Saravanan's 'Leader,' have advanced their release dates to April 3. This shift follows the postponement of Vignesh Shivan's 'LIK.' Both 'Kaalidas 2,' a crime thriller, and 'Leader,' an action drama, now aim to capture the Good Friday weekend audience with their anticipated releases.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' is a massive box office hit, earning nearly ₹700 crore globally in just four days. Telugu superstar Nagarjuna lauded the film, calling it a game-changer for filmmaking. The spy thriller, featuring a star-studded cast, has garnered widespread acclaim from across the Indian film industry.

Chettan Super King: Malayali community across Tamil Nadu does a ‘whistle podu’ for Sanju Samson as he pads up for Chennai Super Kings this IPL. The move has ignited unprecedented excitement, drawing a surge of media accreditation requests from Kerala. His presence, amplified by a significant Malayali population in Chennai, has transformed local fan support, with many switching allegiances to CSK. Samson's connection to the city and his recent T20 World Cup form further fuel expectations for a successful season.

India's sporting elite converges in Lucknow for the Times of India Sports Awards, honouring a decade of excellence and the past year's achievements. The prestigious event, attended by legends and led by a distinguished jury, celebrates athletes across over 45 categories, including a significant focus on para-sports, recognizing outstanding performances and emerging talents who have made the nation proud.

India's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, r ravindra on Friday said that infrastructure investments, especially in low and middle-income countries must follow "principles of financial viability" to avoid unsustainable debt burdens on such countries. "Investments in infrastructure or any other SDG sector must follow principles of financial responsibility and viability so that the projects don't create unsustainable debt burden," Deputy Permanent Representative r ravindra said.

India's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, r ravindra on Wednesday (local time) reiterated its call for an immediate cessation of violence and hostilities in Ukraine. He made these remarks at the UNSC Arria-formula meeting on Ukraine.

Sandalwood upcoming movie 'Manasinata', which gives out a social message to all the children and their parents is all set to release on August 16.

An MNS activist accused of threatening and extorting a contractor was released by a magistrate court. The court found his arrest illegal as he was not served a mandatory notice for appearance under Section 35(3) of the BNSS. The defense cited an SC order requiring such notice for offenses with jail terms up to seven years.

Axar Patel starred with exceptional fielding in India’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final win over England, taking three brilliant catches, including a relay catch with Shivam Dube. Coaches praised his intensity and work ethic, highlighting his transformation through improved fitness and training since 2018. Once criticized for poor fitness habits, Axar has evolved into one of India’s safest fielders.