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Bhavnagar (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): Riding high on their Kanota Cup triumph, the Jaipur Polo Team began their Bhavnagar Polo Trophy campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Carysil Polo Team in their opening clash. South African powerhouse Lance Watson stole the spotlight with a stunning six-goal haul, showcasing his trademark precision and dominance on the field. HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur added three goals of his own, underlining his pivotal role in steering the Pink City side to victory. Carysil Polo Team put up a spirited fight, with Reo Himmat Bedla netting three goals and Jain Martin Juri contributing two. Despite their efforts, they were unable to halt Jaipur's attacking onslaught and defensive discipline, according to a press release from Jaipur Polo Open. The convincing win sets the tone for Jaipur Polo's Bhavnagar campaign, as they look to build on their recent form and continue their winning momentum through the tournament. Earlier on September 26, the Jaipur Polo Team delivered a commanding performance at the RPC Ground, defeating Navy Kanota Polo 10-5 in their final group stage clash of the Gen Amar Singh Kanota Cup. The victory secured them a comfortable passage into the semi-finals, scheduled for September 27 at the same venue, as per a release from Jaipur Polo Team. From the opening chukker, Jaipur dictated the pace, with Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur and Lance Watson leading the charge. Padmanabh Singh dazzled with five goals, extending his fine run of form this season. Watson, known for his consistency, added two goals, while Angad Kalaan rounded off a balanced team effort with three.For Navy Kanota, Kr. Pratap Singh Kanota stood out, scoring four of the team's five goals, but his valiant effort wasn't enough to trouble a well-oiled Jaipur side. The result reaffirmed Jaipur's attacking intent and its ability to produce goal-laden matches for the spectators.(ANI)
Indore, Oct 16 (PTI) Police in Madhya Pradesh's Indore city on Thursday arrested the leader of a transgender group, a day after 24 members of the community's rival camp allegedly consumed phenyl amid a factional dispute, officials said. A delegation of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) met the local police authorities and demanded an in-depth investigation and strict action against those found guilty, saying the factional feud between the transgender groups was tarnishing the city's image. The incident occurred on Wednesday night in Nandlalpura area of Indore, following which those who ...Read More >
Jaipur Polo capped off another stellar outing this season by lifting The Gwalior Cup, registering a composed 6.5-3 victory over Mayfair Polo in the final. The win marks Jaipur's sixth tournament triumph of the ongoing polo season, underlining the team's consistency and dominance across competitions. Jaipur Polo set the tone early, making full use of their handicap advantage and sharp attacking intent to close the opening chukker at 2.5-0. Lance Watson led the charge with incisive runs and confid ...Read More >
MUMBAI: A controversy has erupted after Jain monk Acharya Nayan Padmasagar claimed that Maratha queen Maharani Tarabai, the daughter-in-law of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and wife of Rajaram Maharaj, belonged to the Jain community. Speaking at a Jain community event in Mumbai, Jain monk Acharya Padmasagar claimed that when Muhammad Ghori invaded India, a Jain queen of Mewar had taken up arms against him. He further said that during the Mughal period, after the death of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, another Jain queen, Maharani Tarabai, emerged and fought a ...Read More >
New Delhi: Traffic in central Delhi will be affected on Thursday as the traffic police has issued an advisory due to the Janmashtami and Tazia processions.According to police, the traffic movement in Paharganj is likely to be affected from 1.30pm in view of the shobha yatra for Janmashtami and the Tazia procession.The Janmashtami procession will start from Mandir Shri Banke Bihari Ji in Paharganj's Sangatrasan Bazar and pass through Desh Bandhu Gupta Road, Chuna Mandi, Main Bazar, Munja Chowk and Arakashan Road. The Tazia procession will start from Ajmeri Gate and proceed through Pul Paharganj ...Read More >
Jaipur: The glory of polo and international sporting fraternity was exemplified on Thursday with KogniVera IT Solutions and Indian Polo Association (IPA) holding a joint press conference and trophy launch of the KogniVera International Polo Cup at the Army Equestrian Centre, Delhi Cantonment. This event included the official presentation of Team India and Team Argentina, creating a sense of expectation of a keen clash between two of the global top polo line-ups.The highlight of the PC was the unveiling of the stunning KogniVera International Polo Cup trophy that embodies the very essence of co ...Read More >
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Saturday (March 4, 2026) said in an era marked by conflict, division, and intolerance, Mahatma Gandhi's principle of non-violence offers a powerful way forward for humanity. Addressing the third convocation of Mahatma Gandhi Central University in East Champaran district, Mr. Radhakrishnan asserted that fields such as AI and data science are opening new avenues for growth and innovation, as he urged the youth to embrace these advancements with curiosity and re ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 11 (ANI): The second match of the BM Birla Cup, played at the Rajasthan Polo Club and featuring the Jaipur Polo Team, resulted in yet another resounding victory for the home side, courtesy of HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur, who scored five goals to lead the team to a 10-4 win over Trojans Polo by the end of regulation time. The win ensured a semi-final berth for the Jaipur Polo Team, where they will face the Suhana All Stars Polo Team in a high-st ...Read More >
Mumbai: A fresh controversy has erupted in Maharashtra after Jain monk Acharya Nayan Padmasagar claimed that Maharani Tarabai - the daughter-in-law of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and wife of Rajaram Maharaj - belonged to the Jain community. Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut has slammed the remarks calling it an attempt to alter the identity of Maharashtra. Speaking at a Jain community event in Mumbai, the monk claimed that Maharani Tararani, the legendary Maratha queen who fought against Aurangzeb, belonged to the Jain community. He said that Tararani was born "to destroy Aurangzeb." "When Mu ...Read More >
Kota, Jun 6 (PTI) A relationship manager in an ICICI bank branch in Kota allegedly swindled around Rs 4.58 crore from customers' accounts only to lose the lot of it in the stock market, police on Friday said. She was arrested last week and is currently under judicial custody, they said. Also Read | Bengaluru Stampede: Police Complaint Lodged Against Virat Kohli Over Stampede Tragedy Near Chinnaswamy Stadium. The accused, Sakshi Gupta, was posted as a relationship manager at ICICI Bank's DCM branch. Police said she had been pilfering from more than 110 accounts belonging to 41 customers for ...Read More >
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh): In his first visit since becoming the state BJP chief, Hemant Khandelwal was felicitated at a programme organised by the party's local unit at the Kalidas Sanskrit Academy premises on Thursday. Elected unopposed, yet Khandelwal was given a lukewarm welcome by the concerned managers, and even the party workers' presence was thin. The party was sharing the venue, which was already booked for the Gundecha Temple of ISKCON by the Maharaja Vikramaditya Shodhpeeth. Addressing the programme, Khandelwal said the workers should make the BJP stronger for the integrity of the co ...Read More >
Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty elected first woman President of PCISangeeta Barooah Pisharoty made history by being elected the first woman President of the Press Club of India. Her team won all key posts, reflecting members' confidence in their vision for inclusive and progressive journalism. New Delhi: The Press Club of India (PCI) on Sunday elected Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty as its first woman President, marking a historic milestone in the club's journey toward greater gender representation and i ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh has once again made a mark on the national stage by securing multiple honours in the prestigious Swachh Survekshan Awards 2024 as Super Swachh League Cities, reaffirming its commitment to cleanliness and urban sanitation. Five municipal corporations from the State have been selected for awards across different population-based and special categories. The awards will be presented by the Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs and the Minister for Power at a grand ceremony in New Delhi on July 17. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu congratulated the Municipal De ...Read More >
Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao has slammed a ₹25 crore defamation notice on Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and sought an unconditional public apology for his 'illegal' and 'unlawful' acts of making false imputations against him with regard to the suicide of University of Hyderabad (UoH) research scholar Rohith Vemula causing him 'serious agony' and 'Irreversible' damage. Mr. Vikramarka has been given three days to apologise or criminal action will be taken claiming damages of ₹25 crore, said the legal notice sent on Tuesday. The notice sent through Mr. Ramchander Rao ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], December 15 (ANI): Jaipur Polo capped off another stellar outing this season by lifting The Gwalior Cup, registering a composed 6.5-3 victory over Mayfair Polo in the final. The win marks Jaipur's sixth tournament triumph of the ongoing polo season, underlining the team's consistency and dominance across competitions. Jaipur Polo set the tone early, making full use of their handicap advantage and sharp attacking intent to close the opening chukker at 2.5-0, as per a release from Jaipur Polo Team. Lance Watson led the charge with incisive runs and confident finishe ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The BJP rushed to the defence of the state government over its decision to introduce Hindi as an optional language for Classes 1 to 5 after the Thackeray cousins announced their decision to hold a joint morcha against "imposition" of Hindi in state schools.CM Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said Marathi is compulsory, Hindi is optional. "Basically, students can learn any Indian language. We have accepted the three-language policy. When NE was introduced, the Uddhav Thackeray govt was in office. An 18-member committee was set up to study the policy, and in 2021 the Thackeray govt accepted i ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a setback to Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez, Delhi High Court on Thursday dismissed her plea to end criminal proceedings in a Rs 200-crore money laundering case involving Sukesh Chandrasekhar, currently imprisoned for fraud.Justice Anish Dayal dismissed the plea that also sought to quash the chargesheet by the Enforcement Directorate and proceedings pending before the special court under the stringent Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against her and others.A copy of the detailed judgment is awaited.Fernandez had challenged ED's case against her over allegations she ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Delhi police have lodged an FIR against anti-social elements involved in spreading misinformation about the demolition drive on the basis of a complaint filed by the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB), a release said. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had earlier issued an order to take strict legal action against those spreading misinformation about the demolition drive. Also Read | Indus Waters Treaty Suspension: Desperate Pakistan Wrote 4 Letters to India, Pleading Reinstatement of IWT, Say Sources. The complaint highlights that a list of 675 JJ Basti ...Read More >
Dr. Mujahid Gilani (Senior Kashmiri Leader): Long before 14 August 1947, people of Jammu and Kashmir had voted in favour of Pakistan even before the division of Sub-Continent. They gave their decision over vehemently to become to join Pakistan as its Muslim majority province. In the backdrop of global situation, we must realize that people of Jammu and Kashmir are struggling for maintaining their lives. Their ratio of population in Jammu and Kashmir which was over 98 % in 1947 has been reduced and it is around 69%. The world has promised to Kashmiris to resolve Kashmir dispute through right to ...Read More >
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], September 15 (ANI): The Karnataka High Court on Monday dismissed petitions challenging the state government decision to invite Booker Prize-winning author Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate the Mysuru Dasara. We are not persuaded to accept the contention that inviting a person of a different faith to inaugurate the event violates the legal or constitutional rights of the petitioners, the court observed. Earlier, the Karnataka state government invited Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate the 2025 edition of the Mysore Dasara festival. The decision to invite Mu ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], January 27 (ANI): The Chairman of the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee, Hemant Dwivedi, on Tuesday defended banning the entry of non-Hindus in the Shri Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams, saying that the proposal is being tabled to maintain the sanctity of the temples. Speaking to ANI, he said the committee plans to submit a proposal to ban the entry of all non-Hindus to all 46 temples under the Shri Badarinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC). Also Read | HPBOSE Board Exam 2026 Timetable: Class 10 and 12 Schedule Out, New Pattern With 20% MCQs Introduced ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 12 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday restrained all courts across the country from passing any effective interim or final order including orders of survey in pending suits against existing religious structures. A bench of Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Justices PV Sanjay Kumar and KV Viswanathan also ordered that no fresh suits can be registered over such claims while the court is hearing pleas challenging the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991. "As the matter is sub-judice before this court, we deem it fit to direct that while suits may ...Read More >
10 Times Virat Kohli Proved Why He Is Called The Chase Master: From 82 Vs Pakistan To 100 vs Australia - Check In Pics The International Polo Cup 2025 witnessed a spectacular display of skill, speed, and sportsmanship as Team India triumphed over Team Argentina 10-9 in an electrifying match held at the Jaipur Polo Ground here on Saturday. The event drew a distinguished audience of over a thousand guests, including Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Tourism, who graced the occasion as ...Read More >
Watson is eager to see Polo back in Olympics (Courtesy: Jaipur team) When you think about the different disciplines of sports you come across during tea time, while scrolling on social media, or in casual discussions with friends, polo rarely features among them. Often considered a niche sport and a game for aristocrats, polo is widely perceived as inaccessible to the common person. Yet, it remains a sport steeped in tradition and rich history. Believed to have originated in Persia almost 2,000 ...Read More >
Bhavnagar (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): Riding high on their Kanota Cup triumph, the Jaipur Polo Team began their Bhavnagar Polo Trophy campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Carysil Polo Team in their opening clash. South African powerhouse Lance Watson stole the spotlight with a stunning six-goal haul, showcasing his trademark precision and dominance on the field. HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur added three goals of his own, underlining his pivotal role in steering the Pink City side to victory. Carysil Polo Team put up a spirited fight, with Reo Himmat Bedla netting thr ...Read More >
Mumbai: While the Nagpur-Mumbai Samruddhi Expressway is now fully operational, a crucial extension of the Mumbai-Nashik Highway from four to eight lanes over a 23-km stretch between Magathane and Vadpe remains incomplete -- even after more than four years of work. The project, whose revised deadline was Feb 2025, continues to be behind schedule.The widening of this stretch was supposed to be completed before the Samruddhi Expressway was opened, in order to accommodate the anticipated surge in traffic. Now that the expressway is live, vehicles from Mumbai and Thane traveling towards Nashik via ...Read More >
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], September 15 (ANI): The Karnataka High Court on Monday dismissed petitions challenging the state government's decision to invite Booker Prize-winning author Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate the Mysuru Dasara. "We are not persuaded to accept the contention that inviting a person of a different faith to inaugurate the event violates the legal or constitutional rights of the petitioners," the court observed. Earlier, the Karnataka state government invited Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate the 2025 edition of the 'Mysore Dasara' festival. The decision to inv ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 13 (ANI): The Jaipur Polo Team clinched their second trophy of the season in a thrilling encounter, emerging victorious by 6-5 against Dynamix Achievers to lift the BM Birla Cup at the Rajasthan Polo Club on Sunday. The dynamic duo of Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur and Lance Watson each scored a brace to guide Jaipur to a victory that will be etched in the memory of fans for days to come, as per a release from Jaipur Polo Team. Also Read | IND-W vs AUS-W, ICC Women's World Cup 2025: Australia Captain Alyssa Healy Reveals Batting Plan Against Indian Bowlers, Say ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation's (GHMC) order to shut beef shops and slaughterhouses on the Independence Day (August 15) and Krishna Janmashtami (August 16) evoked mixed response from people in the city. While some felt that the beef shops should be closed on Krishna Janmashtami considering religious sentiments, they said the shops could be allowed to function on August 15. While there are no restrictions on chicken, fish, etc., beef shops were ordered to be closed. So many people also wanted the government to specify why such orders were issued -- due to law and orde ...Read More >
The Jaipur Polo Team delivered a commanding performance at the RPC Ground, defeating Navy Kanota Polo 10-5 in their final group stage clash of the Gen Amar Singh Kanota Cup. The victory secured them a comfortable passage into the semi-finals, scheduled for September 27 at the same venue. From the opening chukker, Jaipur dictated the pace, with HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur and Lance Watson leading the charge. Padmanabh Singh dazzled with five goals, extending his fine run of form t ...Read More >
Motihari, Apr 4 (PTI) Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Saturday said in an era marked by conflict, division, and intolerance, Mahatma Gandhi's principle of non-violence offers a powerful way forward for humanity. Addressing the third convocation of Mahatma Gandhi Central University in East Champaran district, Radhakrishnan asserted that fields such as AI and data science are opening new avenues for growth and innovation, as he urged the youth to embrace these advancements with curiosity and responsibility. "We all know that Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment in Bihar, and Gandhi found hi ...Read More >