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IPL 2021: Updated standings and qualifying scenarios for Mumbai Indians

Rururaj Gaikwad with 508 runs, hold the orange cap, while Harshal Patel of RCB, holds the purple cap with 26 wickets. The chances to qualify for playoffs are very thin for five-time champions and defending champions Mumbai Indians.

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Things in IPL points table are becoming more interesting by each day passing. After Rajasthan royals defeated Chennai Super Kings on Saturday, RR, MI, KKR and PBKS all four teams have possibility to secure 4th and only remaining spot in playoffs. CSK and DC have already qualified, while RCB is also looking strong at third on the table.

IPL Points Table

IPL 2021 Orange Cap

Ruturaj Gaikwad’s century (101 off 60) against Rajasthan on Saturday made sure that he moves to the top of run charts. Gaikwad has the orange cap now, took over KL Rahul as no.1 on the charts. RR’s skipper Sanju Samson and DC’s Shikhar Dhawan are second and third, respectively. Gaikwad has scored 508 runs in 12 matches followed by Rahul’s 489 runs in 11 matches. If somehow, Punjab manages to reach in the playoffs, it’ll be difficult for Gaikwad to hold the position.

IPL 2021 Purple Cap

Ever since the start of IPL 2021, Harshal Patel of RCB has been ruling the charts of most wickets with 26 wickets in just 11 matches. His next best competitor is DC’s Avesh Khan who picked 3v wickets against Mumbai Indians on Saturday. MI’s Jasprit Bumrah is third in the list with 16 wickets on his name, followed by Arshdeep Singh at fourth on the charts.

Mumbai Indians chances to qualify for playoffs

There is nothing going right for defending champions in IPL 2021, as they are on the verge of getting out of the playoffs race. This will be a shame for Rohit and co., if they do not make it to the playoffs, regarding the fact that Mumbai Indians are the most successful team in the history of Indian Premier League. The current defending champions have lifted the IPL trophy on as many as five occasions – all under Rohit Sharma. Mumbai Indians have lost 4 of the 5 matches they have played in the UAE leg of IPL 2021.

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Mumbai are currently 7th on the points table, and are on the brink of getting out of the playoffs race. In order to make it to top-4, MI have to win remaining two matches against Rajasthan and Hyderabad, that too with big margins, considering their low run-rate.

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Magnus Carlsen hails Gukesh Dommaraju’s historic Chess World Championship 2024 win

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Magnus Carlsen hails Gukesh Dommaraju's historic Chess World Championship 2024 win

Indian chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju etched his name in history by becoming the youngest-ever Chess World Champion 2024, defeating defending champion Ding Liren in the final round. The 18-year-old’s victory marks a monumental achievement, making him the second Indian to claim the title after Viswanathan Anand.

Gukesh’s remarkable performance throughout the tournament, including a standout display at the Candidates event, has drawn widespread praise, including from world number one Magnus Carlsen. The Norwegian legend lauded Gukesh’s strategic prowess and predicted a bright future for the young champion, suggesting he could soon become the world’s second-ranked player and possibly challenge for the top spot.

Carlsen, who chose not to defend his title in 2023 after a decade of dominance, commended Gukesh’s team for their innovative strategies. “It’s an incredible achievement. Gukesh’s performance in the FIDE circuit, the Chennai tournament, and the Candidates event was extraordinary,” Carlsen said during a recap stream.

The former world champion, however, ruled out the possibility of a title match with Gukesh. “I’m not part of this circus anymore,” Carlsen said, maintaining his decision to step away from world championship clashes.

Despite this, Gukesh expressed his admiration for Carlsen, stating his desire to compete against the Norwegian at some point. “Winning the Chess World Championship 2024 doesn’t make me the best player—Magnus Carlsen is still the benchmark. It would be an amazing challenge to face him,” Gukesh said during a press conference.

Gukesh’s victory has been celebrated as a milestone for Indian chess, highlighting the nation’s growing prominence in the global chess arena. Carlsen called it a “massive moment for India,” emphasizing the collective efforts that have fueled such successes.

“This is just the beginning,” Carlsen remarked. “There are many more success stories to come. Gukesh’s win is a testament to the hard work being done in India’s chess ecosystem. It’s heartwarming to see what it means to him and the country.”

With his victory, Gukesh Dommaraju has not only claimed the prestigious title but also set the stage for an exciting new chapter in international chess. As he aims for even greater heights, the chess world watches with bated breath to see how far this young talent will go.

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Actor Allu Arjun arrested over Hyderabad theatre stampede

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Allu Arjun

Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with a tragic stampede outside Sandhya Theatre, Hyderabad, which led to the death of a 35-year-old woman and left her young son injured. The incident occurred on December 3 during an unscheduled visit by the actor to a screening of his much-anticipated film, Pushpa 2: The Rule.

The 41-year-old actor was taken into custody from his residence in Jubilee Hills and brought to the Chikkadpally Police Station. Present at the time of his arrest were his father, renowned filmmaker Allu Arvind, and other family members.

Police have registered charges against Mr. Arjun, members of his security team, and the theatre’s management, including culpable homicide not amounting to murder and voluntarily causing hurt. Investigators are focusing on whether the actor had obtained police permission for the visit and his interaction with fans at the venue, which is located in a busy area surrounded by multiple cinema halls.

The stampede unfolded after Allu Arjun and Pushpa 2 music director Devi Sri Prasad made an unannounced appearance at the theatre, attracting a massive crowd. According to Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand, there was no prior notice from the actor’s team or the theatre management about the visit, nor were adequate crowd management measures implemented.

The deceased, identified as Revathi, and her nine-year-old son were caught in the chaos as fans pushed and shoved to catch a glimpse of the star. Police said the pair experienced severe suffocation in the packed crowd before being rescued and rushed to a nearby hospital, where Revathi was declared dead.

The commissioner noted that the lack of separate entry and exit points exacerbated the situation, further highlighting the negligence in planning.

Following the incident, Mr. Arjun moved the Telangana High Court on December 11 to request quashing of the case. However, Hyderabad Police continued their investigation, citing negligence on multiple fronts.

In the wake of the tragedy, Mr. Arjun expressed his grief on social media platform X, stating, “Deeply heartbroken by the tragic incident… My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving family during this unimaginably difficult time.”

The actor pledged ₹25 lakh as financial assistance to Revathi’s family and assured full coverage of her son’s medical expenses.

Despite his public apology and promises of support, questions remain about the safety measures and planning surrounding the surprise appearance, which turned deadly. Further details are awaited as the investigation continues.

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Privilege motion against Union Minister Kiren Rijiju for calling Opposition MPs unworthy of House

The Union Minister said that if the Opposition cannot respect the chair, then they have no right to be a member of this House.

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Privilege Motion against Union Minister Kiren Rijiju for calling Opposition MPs unworthy of House

Sagarika Ghose, Trinamool Congress MP on Thursday moved a privilege motion against Union Minister Kiren Rijiju for calling opposition MPs unworthy of being in Rajya Sabha.

Reportedly, the notice was endorsed by 60 opposition MPs. This follows a day after Kiren Rijiju, speaking to opposition MPs in Rajya Sabha, said that they all are not worthy of being in this house.

Addressing the media, Trinamool MP Sagarika Ghose said that the Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, instead of doing his best to run Parliament smoothly, has chosen to repeatedly insult the opposition.

She added that Kiren Rijiju has insulted opposition members and used personal terms both inside and outside Parliament. She continued that this is totally unbecoming of the high office he holds and amounts to total misuse of his position.

In a privilege motion against Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Trinamool MP accused him of misusing his office and using unparliamentary language against the opposition. Many senior leaders from all opposition parties have signed the motion, she added.

Earlier on Wednesday, Kiren Rijiju criticised opposition members, saying they were not worthy of being in the House. He further defended Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, who has faced opposition attacks.

The Union Minister said that if the Opposition cannot respect the chair, then they have no right to be a member of this House.

Nearly sixty MPs from the opposition INDIA bloc on Tuesday submitted a notice in the Rajya Sabha for a no-confidence motion against Jagdeep Dhankhar. The Opposition accused him of being extremely partisan in his role as chairman of the Upper House.

In the no-confidence motion, Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge said that the Opposition have no personal enmity or political fight with him, but want to tell the countrymen that they have taken this step to safeguard democracy, the Constitution, and after giving it a lot of thought.

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