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PNN New Delhi [India], October 23: Ahmedabad Defenders stunned the unbeaten Mumbai Meteors in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad, on Saturday, winning the match 12-15, 15-7, 15-12, 21-20. Nandhagopal was named the Player of the Match. With this win, Ahmedabad Defenders climbed to the second position in the table with 12 points in six games, while the Meteors slipped to the third position. Nandha started strong for Ahmedabad, while Muthusamy Appavu set up attacks from the middle to utilise Abhinav's strengths. The Meteors targeted small gaps in Zone 2 as Mathias Loftesnes managed to get a super serve. Petter Ostvik blocked Angamuthu twice, but service pressure from Dhruvil Shah kept the game levelled. A risky super serve paid dividends for the Meteors and got them a set ahead. Battur Batsuuri started the counterattack for Ahmedabad. Angamuthu started finding his rhythm and tested Mumbai's defence. Nandha's super spike earned Ahmedabad a super point, bringing the game to level pegging. Constant attacks from Batsuuri and Angamuthu allowed the Defenders to take hold of the game. Trailing behind, Mumbai brought in the veteran blocker Karthik, whose super serve immediately put the pressure back on Ahmedabad. Nikhil's left-handed spike also added attacking flair to Mumbai. A tremendous service from Nandha brought Ahmedabad back into the lead in the thrilling fourth set. The game ended with Angamuthu blocking Loftesnes, and Ahmedabad registered a memorable win to get all three points. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same.)
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): The Prime Volleyball League just celebrated its expansion with the addition of the Goa Guardians as the 10th franchise. Based in the state of Goa, the franchise will make its debut in the fourth season, which is set to begin on October 2nd, 2025. According to a release from Prime Volleyball League, this reaffirms the league's position as one of India's fastest-growing sports leagues, with a new team joining every season since its inception. Also Read | Yograj Singh Slams Shreyas Iyer For Playing 'Unacceptable' Shot in RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final, Ca ...Read More >
Noida: Liquor revenue in the city jumped by 35% in the first quarter of 2025-26 compared to the same period last year. The city recorded Rs 625 crore in liquor revenue from April to June 2025, compared to Rs 462 crore during the same period in 2024-25.According to excise department data, the revenue in the first quarter of 2023-24 was Rs 430 crore, showing a 7% growth between 2023-24 and 2024-25 and a much larger jump this year.The sharp rise is attributed to the new liquor policy in the state, which made significant structural changes to the retail and licensing system.The month-wise revenue ...Read More >
Chandel (Manipur) [India], September 26 (ANI): In a decisive operation aimed at curbing illicit drug trafficking, a joint team of 22 personnel from Assam Rifles and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has successfully apprehended two individuals in possession of a massive cache of narcotics in Chandel district, Manipur, a release said on Friday. According to the release, the operation unfolded on Friday following specific intelligence inputs. Acting swiftly on the information, a mobile vehicle check post was established in the general area of Bala Point. Also Read | Raipur Steel Plant Collaps ...Read More >
IMAGE: Hyderabad Black Hawks climbed up to sixth place in the Prime Volleyball League standings. Photograph: Prime Volleyball/X Hyderabad Black Hawks defeated Goa Guardians 3-1 (15-13, 20-18, 15-17, 15-9) in the Prime Volleyball League, in Hyderabad, on Thursday. Yudi Yamamoto was named the player of the match and the Hyderabad Black Hawks climbed up to sixth place on the table with seven points. The Black Hawks raced to a two-set lead at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium while the Guardians strug ...Read More >
Leh (Ladakh) [India], January 8 (ANI): Padma Desal delivered a stellar performance, scoring six goals to lead Sham Eagles to a commanding 8-3 victory over Chiktan Queens in the women's category of the Ice Hockey League Season 2. The Eagles kicked off their campaign impressively, setting a new season record for the highest-scoring match. In the men's category, Changthan Shans maintained their perfect start, defeating Zangskar Chadar Tamers 7-2 to remain unbeaten after three games. Purig Warriors ended Sham Wolves' unbeaten streak with an impressive 5-2 victory, while the match between Humas War ...Read More >
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charged five individuals, including goldy Brar, in relation to the 2024 Gurugram club bombing plot, as revealed in a recently filed chargesheet. This case involves a conspiracy to bomb two clubs, aiming to disrupt communal harmony in Haryana, with the banned terrorist group Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) implicated. The NIA's investigation highlights the severity of the plot. Those charged include satinderjit Singh (Goldy Brar), Sachin Talian, Ankit, Bhavish, and Randeep Singh. News Directory 3 provides crucial updates on sensitive cases such ...Read More >
Ludhiana, Jun 8 (PTI) Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring on Sunday asserted that his party will win the Ludhiana West assembly bypoll, scheduled to be held on june 19, with a "record margin". "Congress practically has no competition here", he claimed. Warring, who is also the Ludhiana MP, said that the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was badly mistaken that the Congress would allow it to abuse power and misuse the official machinery for the elections. "First of all, we will not let any misuse of the official machinery and second, in case any official is found to be misusing ...Read More >
Amritsar: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey from Jharkhand has claimed that Britain assisted India in executing the 1984 Operation Bluestar at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, stoking a new controversy.In a post on X on Monday, Dubey alleged that then PM Indira Gandhi "launched an attack on the Golden Temple in collaboration with Britain", with British Army officers present in Amritsar.He uploaded a classified British document, "Sikh Community", claiming that on Feb 23, 1984, the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office mentioned in a letter that the Indian govt had sought British advice over a plan to remove Si ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 3 (ANI): The second edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) kicked off in style on Saturday at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium. Spectators were treated to high-energy performances by Sunanda Sharma, Raftaar, KRSNA and Seedhe Maut. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, former Union Cabinet Minister Smriti Irani, DDCA President Rohan Jaitley, and BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla graced the grand opening. Speaking at the occasion, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended her best wishes to the participants and said, 'I convey my heartfelt wishes to all the teams and pl ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: After four days of relentless downpours, Telangana is expected to have a brief respite on Monday, with no rainfall alerts issued. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed the state under a yellow alert for thunderstorms. IMD data showed that Papannapet in Medak district received the heaviest 24-hour rainfall at 10.6 cm, followed by Manoor in Sangareddy with 9.28 cm and Nallabelly in Warangal at 9.15 cm. The statewide average rainfall for the day stood at 7.3 mm, notably higher than the normal 4.3 mm. Warangal's Sangem recorded the day's highest maximum temperature ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: The stage is set for an exciting finale to the fourth season of the Prime Volleyball League (PVL), as the Mumbai Meteors is facing the Bengaluru Torpedoes in Sunday's grand final at Hyderabad's Gachibowli Indoor Stadium. The two teams have been dominant throughout the season, finishing first and second in the league table. Mumbai topped the standings with six wins from seven matches and 17 points, while Bengaluru followed with five victories and 14 points. At a virtual press conference on the eve of the final, both camps spoke of mutual respect and readiness for what promises to b ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 24 (ANI): Musician Anirudh Ravichander, best known for composing tracks for Shah Rukh Khan-starrer 'Jawan', is all set to add some musical tadka at the iconic M A Chidambaram Stadium before the start of India vs Zimbabwe T20 World Cup match on February 26. Sharing the update, ICC on Instagram wrote, "Get ready, Chennai! The one and only Anirudh is set to light up the iconic M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on 26 February in a grand celebration of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026! One stage. One night. Thrilling vibes." Also Read | Nancy Guthrie Missing Case: Sa ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): The Prime Volleyball League just celebrated its expansion with the addition of the Goa Guardians as the 10th franchise. Based in the state of Goa, the franchise will make its debut in the fourth season, which is set to begin on October 2nd, 2025. According to a release from Prime Volleyball League, this reaffirms the league's position as one of India's fastest-growing sports leagues, with a new team joining every season since its inception. Owned by Raju Chekuri, Chairman, President, and CEO of Netenrich, the franchise aims to challenge for leaders ...Read More >
Kolkata, July 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) The West Bengal unit of BJP, under the leadership of its new State party President Samik Bhattacharya is making all efforts to ensure a political rally in the state, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing it, before Trinamool Congress's annual Martyrs' day rally in Kolkata on July 21. An insider from the state committee of BJP said that the week before July 21, the Prime Minister is scheduled to go for an election campaign in Bihar where the Assembly polls are scheduled later this year. "We are trying hard so that the Prime Minister can spare some time ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi govt has prepared a plan under which Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus drivers and conductors will receive regular training, with a focus on ethical values, customer service and safe driving, transport minister Pankaj Singh said on Friday. The move is for improving the public image of DTC buses.The minister mentioned that DTC bus drivers who fail to halt at designated stops or are found speeding will face strict departmental action.Several commuters have complained about the behaviour of DTC bus drivers. There have alleged that the buses often fail to stop at the designate ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Homegrown Premier Energies on Monday announced securing multiple solar contract worth USD 19.95 million (around Rs 177 crore) Republic of Benin, West Africa. These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin to expand access to reliable, sustainable clean energy, Premier Energies said in a statement. Implementation will be carried out by Premier Energies in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin. The scope of the contracts cover ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 29 (ANI): After the historic win of India at the Asia Cup final on Sunday, the Bollywood celebrities, including Mammootty, Anupam Kher, Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, and others, congratulated the Indian cricket team on their social media platforms. Taking to his X handle, actor Mammootty hailed the Indian cricket team for playing like a champion. "Team India didn't just win the Asia Cup, they owned it. Champions without a single defeat. Absolutely magnificent! (Blue heart and trophy emojis)," wrote Mammootty. https://x.com/mammukka/status/1972374230122877 ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 15 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu on Monday congratulated the Indian Squash team for winning the maiden Squash World Cup. The President hailed the Indian side for defeating the top-seeded team, Hong Kong, in the final and winning the semifinal against Egypt, which had won the Cup twice in recent years. "Heartiest congratulations to India's squash team which won the Squash World Cup for the first time. The team, comprising women and men, has done India proud with its superlative performance, defeating the top-seeded team Hong Kong in the final and winning the semif ...Read More >
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 8 (ANI): Stanley's Chennai Lions will be searching for their first tie win of the campaign when they take on reigning champions Dempo Goa Challengers in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) season six on Monday. Staged under the aegis of the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) and promoted by Niraj Bajaj and Vita Dani, UTT continues to grow as a premier professional league. All 23 ties, over 16 action-packed days, will take place at Ahmedabad's EKA Arena. Also Read | Bizarre! Harsh Mogaveera Run Out at Non-Striker's End After Ball Hits Stumps At Both Ends Dur ...Read More >
New Delhi: Was it the pitch? Was it the conditions? Was it the bowling? The questions doing the rounds after yet another strange show in good batting conditions by India were many. But with the exception of Shubman Gill, who became just the second Indian captain, after Mohammad Azharuddin, to score hundreds in consecutive matches in England, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, few India batters managed to answer them in a satisfactory manner. After being put into bat by England, India looked like they were in control at various points during the day but then somehow contrived to gift away wickets and end t ...Read More >
Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose 7.5 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in July (for sales in June), data released by the government on Friday showed. Even though the pace of growth in gross GST collections picked up to 7.5 per cent in July from 6.2 per cent, this is the second consecutive month wherein the growth rate has been in single digits and much lower after posting double-digit growth in the first two months of the ongoing financial year. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Net GST collections, after accounting for refunds, took a hit by growing by just 1.7 per ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 4 (ANI): Outer Delhi Warriors (ODW) made a spirited debut in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 against fellow newcomers New Delhi Tigers at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium. Despite falling short in the end, there were plenty of positives for ODW to take forward, most notably, an exceptional five-wicket haul from pacer Anshuman Hooda in his very first outing this season, as per a press release from Outer Delhi Warriors. ODW captain Siddhant Sharma won the toss and chose to bowl first, a decision that initially paid off. The Warriors kept things tight in the power p ...Read More >
IMAGE: Delhi Toofans recorded their second win in the 2025 edition of the Prime Volleyball League. Photograph: Prime Volleyball/X Delhi Toofans registered a commanding 3-0 win over defending champions Calicut Heroes in the Prime Volleyball League (PVL) in Hyderabad on Sunday. The Toofans beat Heroes 15-11, 15-9, 15-11. Jesus Chourio being was named the player of the match. Heroes started strongly with Santhosh firing strong smashes early on. Vikas Maan played a key role in the middle zone for ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 16: Bengaluru Torpedoes defeated the Calicut Heroes 20-18, 20-18, 7-15, 11-15, 15-12 in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on Wednesday. Calicut Shameemudheen was appointed Player of the Match for his excellent all-round performance despite the loss. Indian badminton ace H.S. Prannoy was among the spectators, witnessing a pulsating encounter where Bengaluru grabbed the first two sets before Calicut clawed back to level the contest. In the decider, Bengaluru held firm to clinch a hard-earned win, while ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Goa Guardians pulled off a spectacular comeback to defeat the Delhi Toofans 14-16, 11-15, 15-11, 16-13, 15-11 in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad on Sunday. Prince was named the Player of the Match as the Guardians climbed up to fourth on the table with 10 points. The opening set was a thriller with both sides matching each other point for point. Jesus Chourio and Muhammed Jasim struck early for the Toofans, while Dushyant Singh's super serve briefly put the Guardians ahead. Jeffrey Menzel tried to close the set ...Read More >
IMAGE: Mumbai Meteors finished the league stage of the Prime Volleyball League atop the points table. Photograph: Prime Volleyball/X Mumbai Meteors breezed past Bengaluru Torpedoes to go top of the Prime Volleyball League points table, in Hyderabad, on Wednesday. The Mumbai outfit won 15-13, 15-13, 18-20, 15-10 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium. Having finished first in the league stage, the Meteors will face off against the team that will finish in the fourth position in the first semifinal on ...Read More >
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 7 (ANI): Reigning champions Dempo Goa Challengers, led by Harmeet Desai, will be looking to go top of the table when they face Kolkata ThunderBlades in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 6 on Sunday. Later, current table toppers Dabang Delhi TTC will take on PBG Pune Jaguars, aiming to prolong their unbeaten start to the season. Also Read | French Open 2025: Coco Gauff Defeats Aryna Sabalenka in Three Sets to Clinch Her Maiden Roland Garros Women's Singles Title. Second-placed Dempo Goa Challengers will aim to reclaim the top spot when they take on a da ...Read More >
Pune: Passengers on board a Goa to Pune SpiceJet flight (SG-1080) had a scare on Tuesday evening when a window panel was found dislodged while the plane was mid-air.The airline played down the incident, saying the window part that had come off was "a non-structural trim component, fitted onto the window for the purpose of shade".But a person on board the plane -- a Bombardier Q400 -- told TOI the incident triggered anxiety among the passengers. "Two to three layers of the window panel just came off," said Aatish Mishra, the passenger."There was no depressurization, but this shouldn't have happ ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Thousands of people who gathered at ashoorkhana in Dabeerpura on the 10th day of Muharram (Youm-e-Ashura) took part in the Bibi-ka-Alam procession. The procession commenced from Dabeerpura on an elephant and concluded at Chaderghat. The Shia mourners took out the procession to mark the martyrdom anniversary of Prophet Mohammad's grandson, Imam Hussain, on the 10th day of Muharram. Members of the Shia sect performed matam and participated in processions. The 10th Muharram is the day on which Imam Hussain was martyred in the battle of Karbala by Yazid and his army. The relic made of ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): Russia's First Deputy Chairman Denis Manturov reaffirmed that Russian companies have the capacity to steadily increase supplies of oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the Indian market amid the energy crisis due to the conflict in West Asia, underlining deepening energy cooperation between the two countries during his official visit to the country. According to a statement issued by the Russian Embassy in India on Telegram on Thursday, Manturov highlighted that Russia had boosted supplies of in-demand mineral fertilisers to India by 40 per cent by the end ...Read More >