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Yuzvendra Chahal’s hat-trick flattens Chennai Super Kings after Sam Curran’s masterclass against Punjab Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday. IANS Photos

IPL 2025: Chahal’s hat-trick flattens CSK after Curran’s masterclass at Chepauk

Chennai, April 30 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings (CSK) were blown away in the death overs by Yuzvendra Chahal’s brilliant hat-trick, crumbling from 184/6 to 190 all out in a space of seven deliveries. It was a stunning turnaround, given the platform set by Sam Curran’s dazzling 88 off 47 balls and a gritty half-century by Shivam Dube.

Santhanam comes onboard Simbu’s film with director Ramkumar

Chennai, April 30 (IANS) It's official! The makers of director Ramkumar Balakrishnan’s eagerly-awaited film featuring actor Silambarasan in the lead on Wednesday welcomed actor Santhanam on board the project.

Apple logs highest-ever shipment volume in India in March quarter

Apple logs highest-ever shipment volume in India at 29 pc growth in March quarter

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Apple recorded its highest-ever shipment volume in India in the January-March quarter this year, clocking 29 per cent annual growth, a report showed on Wednesday.

Quartet of Gurindervir, Animesh, Manikanta, Amlan rewrites men's 4x100m national record in the second Indian Open Relay Competition at the Sector 7 Sports Complex in Chandigarh on Wednesday. Photo credit: Reliance Foundation

National Open Relays: Quartet of Gurindervir, Animesh, Manikanta, Amlan rewrites men's 4x100m national record

Chandigarh, April 30 (IANS) A team comprising top sprinters Gurindervir Singh, Animesh Kujur, Manikanta Hoblidhar, and Amlan Borgohain broke the national record in the men's 4x100m relay at the 2nd Indian Open Relay Competition here on Wednesday.

National

BJP’s Amit Malviya rebukes Rahul: ‘Caste census long in the works, not your idea'

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) The Central government's decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming population census has reignited political friction, with the Congress and the BJP trading barbs over credit and intent. While the move marks a significant policy step with implications for governance and welfare delivery, it has also opened the door to renewed ideological sparring between the ruling party and the opposition.

Rahul welcomes caste census decision, says Modi govt adopted Congress' vision

Right step: Kharge welcomes govt’s move on caste census, demands budget allocation

‘Matter of great happiness’: Nitish Kumar praises PM Modi on caste census decision

Maha parties welcome Centre’s caste based census decision

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International

Ukraine 'by all means wants to disturpt' Victory Day ceasefire declared by Putin, says Russian envoy

Moscow, April 30 (IANS) Russia has said that Ukraine wants to disturb the ceasefire announced by President Vladimir Putin for the day of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War.

Pakistan cancels all flights to PoK amid escalating tensions with India

Islamabad, April 30 (IANS) Pakistan on Wednesday announced cancellation of all domestic flights to Gilgit and Skardu amid escalating tensions with India after last week's Pahalgam attack in which 26 innocent civilians lost their lives.

People count losses as gas crisis grips Bangladesh

Dhaka, April 30 (IANS) The disruption of gas supplies around Bangladesh has affected commercial and industrial customers, including CNG-powered auto rickshaws and private cars, as drivers complained of less-than-half-filled tanks even after waiting in long tailbacks for refills, local media reported on Wednesday.

PM Modi will not visit Russia for May 9 Victory Day celebrations, confirms Kremlin

Moscow, April 30 (IANS) Russia on Wednesday confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not be attending the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9.

Science & Technology

Apple logs highest-ever shipment volume in India at 29 pc growth in March quarter

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Apple recorded its highest-ever shipment volume in India in the January-March quarter this year, clocking 29 per cent annual growth, a report showed on Wednesday.

India’s GCCs record robust rise in women staffers at senior levels

New Delhi, April, 30 (IANS) While India is rapidly becoming a hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), the development has ushered in a promising trend in women's career advancement with a significant increase in female representation in mid and senior positions in the sector, according to a TeamLease Digital report released on Wednesday.

‘100 pc fruit juice’ claim by Dabur violates law, misleading: FSSAI to Delhi HC

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) The claim made by FMCG giant Dabur that its range of fruit beverages is made “100 per cent” from fruits violates rules and regulations and is also misleading for the consumers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has informed the Delhi High Court.

Can mushrooms help boost health in Parkinson's patients?

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) While psilocybin -- a natural compound found in certain mushrooms -- has shown promise in treating depression and anxiety, a new study showed its benefits in lifting mood and enhancing motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease patients.

Health & Travel

‘100 pc fruit juice’ claim by Dabur violates law, misleading: FSSAI to Delhi HC

Can mushrooms help boost health in Parkinson's patients?

New skin-based test to boost diagnosis of debilitating neurodegenerative disease

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Canadian researchers have developed a skin-based test that can detect signature features of progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) -- a rare neurodegenerative disease that affects body movements, including walking, balance, and swallowing.

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