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Chennai Super Kings becomes first team to get knocked out of playoffs race in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

IPL 2025: CSK becomes first team to get knocked out of playoffs race

Chennai, May 1 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings' journey in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 came to a disappointing end as they became the first team to be officially eliminated from the playoff race following a thrilling four-wicket loss to Punjab Kings at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium here on Wednesday.

Shreyas Iyer-Yuzvendra Chahal duo helps Punjab Kings knock Chennai Super Kings out of playoffs race in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 in Chennai on Wednesday. IANS photos

IPL 2025: Shreyas-Chahal duo helps PBKS knock CSK out of playoffs race

Chennai, April 30 (IANS) In a high-stakes thriller at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Punjab Kings (PBKS) edged out Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by four wickets in the final over of a chaotic game that ended CSK’s playoff hopes in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 here on Wednesday.

Rei Tachikawa strike takes Jamshedpur FC into maiden final with victory over Mumbai City FC in the Kalinga Super Cup at the Kalinga Stadium, in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. Photo credit: AIFF

Kalinga Super Cup: Rei Tachikawa strike takes Jamshedpur FC into maiden final

Bhubaneswar, April 30 (IANS) Japanese midfielder Rei Tachikawa scored the all-important goal in the 87th minute as Jamshedpur FC made it to the final of the Kalinga Super Cup for the first time, after defeating Mumbai City FC 1-0 at the Kalinga Stadium, here on Wednesday. Jamshedpur FC will take on FC Goa in the final to be played on Saturday.

India being dragged to war by Pak army to gain public sympathy: Sources

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Known for rogue elements in its ranks, the Pakistan Army is renowned for its notorious support of non-state actors, which has now distanced it (Pakistan Army) from the common Pakistanis, who have been asking them questions over their various polices in the last few years.

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India being dragged to war by Pak army to gain public sympathy: Sources

On Akshaya Tritiya, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat performs kanyadaan of 125 girls

PM Modi committed to social justice: K'taka BJP on caste census

India shuts airspace for all Pakistan-operated flights till May 23

‘See the savings’: Guwahati Jan Aushadhi Kendra shows medicine price gaps with market rates

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India shuts airspace for all Pakistan-operated flights till May 23

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) In a significant development, India on Wednesday announced to shut its airspace for Pakistan-owned and operated flights till May 23 (estimated), days after Islamabad decided to shut its airspace to all flights owned and operated by the Indian carriers.

Travesty of justice: Bangladesh SC stays High Court order granting bail to Chinmoy Das

Dhaka, April 30 (IANS) The Appellate Division of the Bangladesh Supreme Court on Wednesday evening stayed the High Court order given earlier in the day granting bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das, or Chandan Kumar Dhar, the former ISKCON monk and spokesperson of Bangladesh Sammilito Sanatani Jagaran Jote in a sedition case.

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.

Science & Technology

‘WAVES 2025’ brings spotlight on India’s vibrant media and entertainment sector

Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) The World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025) is set to begin in Mumbai from May 1-4 -- a first-of-its-kind global event to bring the spotlight on India’s vibrant media and entertainment sector.

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.

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.

Health & Travel

‘See the savings’: Guwahati Jan Aushadhi Kendra shows medicine price gaps with market rates

Guwahati, April 30 (IANS) In Assam's Guwahati city, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendra has emerged as a boon for the poor and underprivileged, offering quality medicines at highly affordable prices. The initiative has significantly reduced the financial burden of medical expenses while ensuring better access to healthcare for the needy. Locals have praised the scheme and expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

RG Kar tragedy: Calcutta HC seeks further clarifications from CBI on probe

Kolkata, April 30 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday sought additional clarifications from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on its probe so far in the ghastly rape and murder of a junior woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata within the hospital premises in August last year.

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