India News
CSK vs PBKS Preview: Confident Chennai eye an easy win over Punjab
Chennai Super Kings will face Punjab Kings in 53rd match of IPL 2021. MS Doni-led CSK have already booked their place in playoffs, will be looking to cement their position in top-two on the points table. On the other hand KL Rahul-led Punjab Kings will be looking to end their tournament on a winning note.
Chennai Super Kings will face Punjab Kings in 53rd match of IPL 2021 at Dubai international Cricket Stadium. MS Doni-led CSK have already booked their place in playoffs, will be looking to cement their position in top-two on the points table. On the other hand Punjab Kings led by KL Rahul will look to finish their tournament on winning note, as they are already out-of playoffs race.
Chennai Super Kings
This IPL season Chennai Super Kings have been the most dominating team along with Delhi Capitals. But CSK have lost their previous two matches which is not a good sign for Dhoni and his men, as the knock-out rounds are around the corner. CSK’s main concern is the form of their talisman Suresh Raina, he is yet to play any big knocks for his team. In last match Robin Uthappa replaced Raina, who also ended up scoring only 19 runs for the team. The departure of English all-rounder Sam Curran won’t affect much, as Dwayne Bravo is completely fit and had played last game.
Also read, 4 apps to watch IPL for free
Punjab Kings
Punjab Kings have nothing to lose in tournament, as they are already out of the playoffs race. They will be looking to play their best cricket, since it’s their last match in the tournament. The under-performing middle-order batting failures have hurt them in entire tournament. KL Rahul-led Punjab will be looking to end their IPL 2021 journey on a winning note.
Predicted XI CSK: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Faf du Plessis, Suresh Raina, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, MS Dhoni, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Josh Hazlewood
Read Also: T20 World Cup 2021: Varun Chakravarthy set to miss T20 World Cup due to injury
Predicted XI PBKS: KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Deepak Hooda, Shahrukh Khan, Moises Henriques, Harpreet Brar, Mohammed Shami, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh
Head-to-head
CSK have the edge over PBKS with 15 wins in 24 matches played between them, while PBKS have won only 9 times.
Players to watch-out for
Ravindra Jadeja and Shahrukh Khan
The match will take place at 03:30 am (IST), and will be broadcasted by Star Sports Network and OTT streaming platform Disney Plus Hotstar.
2024 Lok Sabha Elections
PM Modi calls for high voter turnout in second phase of Lok Sabha elections 2024, says your vote is your voice
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges citizens to participate in record numbers during the second phase of polling for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media as the second phase of voting for the Lok Sabha Elections of 2024 got underway across the country to encourage voters to cast votes in huge numbers. PM Modi emphasized in his speech the value of voting in preserving democracy and notably urged women and young people to cast votes.
Taking to social media X, formerly Twitter, PM Modi wrote, urging everyone in constituencies to participate in record numbers in today’s second phase of the Lok Sabha elections. He said our democracy is strengthened by high voter turnout. He especially urged female and youth voters to cast votes in large numbers. Your vote is your voice, he added.
It is important to remember that 88 Lok Sabha constituencies—spread among 13 states and Union Territories—are presently holding polls. Twenty seats in Kerala, fourteen in Karnataka, thirteen in Rajasthan, eight in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, six in Madhya Pradesh, five in Assam and Bihar, three in Chhattisgarh and West Bengal, and one in each of Tripura, Jammu & Kashmir, and Manipur are currently up for election. Notably, the untimely death of a Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) candidate has resulted in the Madhya Pradesh constituency of Betul being spared from voting on April 26.
Meanwhile, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar emphasized the thorough planning that has taken place over the previous two years and reassured the public of careful security measures at every voting place. They have been preparing for the last two years, he said. At each booth, the arrangements are ready. Everything has been prepared for the voters, including fans and drinking water. Voters must turn out to cast their votes. Safety has been considered. There is zero information available anywhere regarding violence. However, there will be forces at every booth.
2024 Lok Sabha Elections
Bollywood actor Neha Sharma campaigns for her father Ajit Sharma in Bhagalpur, Bihar
The Bollywood actor posted a video on her Instagram handle which showed her journey through various districts of Bihar, including Kishanganj, Banka, Purnea and Katihar. She was dressed in a traditional salwar kameez and was seen greeting and encouraging the public to cast their votes.
Bollywood actor Neha Sharma’s recent participation in a roadshow in Bihar has taken the internet by storm. Sharma, known for her roles in films like Tum Bin 2 and Crook, was seen supporting her father, Ajit Sharma, who is contesting from Bhagalpur Lok Sabha seat on a Congress ticket. The roadshow came amid speculations that the actor might enter politics. But, it is now clear that she was just campaigning for her father.
The Bollywood actor posted a video on her Instagram handle which showed her journey through various districts of Bihar, including Kishanganj, Banka, Purnea and Katihar. She was dressed in a traditional salwar kameez and was seen greeting and encouraging the public to cast their votes.
The actor received a warm reception and love from a large crowd in Pirpainti and Kahalgaon during her roadshow. She wrote on Instagram that it is said when someone gives one a place in their heart, then they live there forever. She said her heart is full of all the love and support she was receiving from the people. She thanked the people for the warm welcome she got in Pirpainti and Kahalgaon. Aapka pyar sar ankhon par.
Another video, circulating on social media showed the actor actively participating in her father’s election campaign in Bhagalpur. The election to the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha seat is set to take place in the 2nd phase on April 26. Ajit Sharma is representing the Congress and is up against JDU’s Ajay Kumar Mandal in this seat.
Earlier, there had been rumours and speculations that Neha Sharma might join politics. But many reports have clarified that she is not making her political debut yet. The Bollywood actor had been offered the opportunity to join politics by her father Ajjit Sharma but she is currently focusing on her acting career.
Education
Farmer’s son Nilkrishna Gajare Nirmalkumar from Maharashtra scores 100 NTA score in IIT-JEE Mains 2024
Nilkrishna Gajare’s father is a farmer and had to discontinue his own education after Class 12 as he faced financial difficulties. Gajare faced financial challenges growing up. However, his unwavering dedication and strategic approach to preparation set him apart from the crowd.
Nilkrishna Gajare, who hails from Maharashtra’s Washim, achieved an extraordinary feat by securing a perfect score of 100 in the JEE Main 2024 examination. His journey from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of success is a source of inspiration for many people.
Nilkrishna Gajare’s father is a farmer and had to discontinue his own education after Class 12 as he faced financial difficulties. Gajare faced financial challenges growing up. However, his unwavering dedication and strategic approach to preparation set him apart from the crowd, which resulted in his remarkable achievement of emerging as topper of one of India’s toughest Engineering entrance exams.
Nilkrishna Gajare had a strategic plan that helped him succeed in IIT-JEE 2024. According to Nilkrishna persistence is important and one should never stop trying until they understand a topic. He said being curious and asking questions are important traits of a good student. He said one should not be ashamed of asking questions.
Nilkrishna spent around 10-15 hours every day studying on his own for the JEE Main exam. He mentioned that he used his class notes for Physics and Physical Chemistry. For organic chemistry and inorganic chemistry, he relied on both notes and practice questions.
As for Mathematics, he believed that practicing regularly was the most important thing for him. Other interests of Nilkrishna include archery. He has participated at both state and national levels, and he finds joy in the sport. He said archery helps him understand the importance of focusing his attention on his goals. Nilkrishna likes watching movies and said they are a great source of enjoyment and relaxation.
He likes to watch a movie after exams and occasionally treats himself to one each week too. Gajare aims to keep up the pace for the JEE-Advanced exam and hopes to get into the IITs. He said he wants to secure admission in IIT-Bombay in the computer science branch.
-
Entertainment24 hours ago
Bollywood stars Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, Rekha, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari attend Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi premiere
-
Cricket news18 hours ago
Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu meets SRH captain Pat Cummins, says it is an absolute honour
-
Education22 hours ago
Farmer’s son Nilkrishna Gajare Nirmalkumar from Maharashtra scores 100 NTA score in IIT-JEE Mains 2024
-
2024 Lok Sabha Elections23 hours ago
Bihar: Election Commission extends voting timings for 4 Lok Sabha seats due to heatwave
-
Entertainment20 hours ago
Aamir Khan to begin shooting in Delhi for Sitaare Zameen Par next month
-
2024 Lok Sabha Elections21 hours ago
Bollywood actor Neha Sharma campaigns for her father Ajit Sharma in Bhagalpur, Bihar
-
Cricket news19 hours ago
AB De Villiers criticizes RCB’s decision to let go Yuzvendra Chahal, says it was a hearbreaking moment
-
2024 Lok Sabha Elections18 hours ago
Mallikarjun Kharge writes to PM Modi seeks time to explain Congress’s Nyay Patra