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In the realm of sports administration, certain individuals emerge as true game-changers, reshaping the landscape with their vision, passion, and dedication. One such luminary is Rohan Jaitley, whose ascent to the presidency of the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) marks not only a personal triumph but also a promising new chapter for cricket in the heart of India. Early Years and Education: Born into a family known for its illustrious contributions to Indian politics, Rohan Jaitley’s journey into the world of sports administration might seem like an unexpected turn. However, his upbringing instilled in him values of integrity, leadership, and service to the community, which would become the cornerstones of Rohan Jaitley’s career. Educated at prestigious institutions like the Amity Law School and the Cornell University, Rohan Jaitley honed his skills in law and management, laying a solid foundation for his future endeavours. But it was his inherent love for cricket...

Vijay Vittal Mallya, born on December 18, 1955, in Kolkata, India, emerged as a prominent figure in both the business and political realms. He hailed from a distinguished family, with his father, Vittal Mallya , serving as the former chairman of the United Breweries Group. Mallya’s journey into the business world commenced with his ascension to the chairmanship of the United Breweries Group at the young age of 28, following his father’s demise. Vijay Mallya Educated at La Martinière Calcutta and later at St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, Mallya honed his business acumen and leadership skills. His early exposure to the family business instilled in him a drive for success and innovation, setting the stage for his ambitious endeavors in the years to come. Rise to Prominence Mallya’s foray into entrepreneurship saw him expand the United Breweries conglomerate, propelling its turnover to remarkable heights. His strategic vision and dynamic leadership earned him the moniker “King of Good Times...

Allu Arjun is unrecognisable in a brand new poster from 'Pushpa 2'. The South superstar, in his never-seen-before avatar, exuded intensity and power. Earlier today, the makers dropped the first poster of Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli on her birthday. New poster from 'Pushpa 2' A new poster of Allu Arjun from 'Pushpa 2' was dropped on April 5. Holding a trishul, eyes ablaze with determination, the superstar embodied the essence of Pushpa Raj, promising a gripping and exhilarating cinematic experience. The poster showcased Allu Arjun in a never-seen-before avatar, exuding intensity and power. This sneak peek not only amplifies the curiosity surrounding the teaser but also sets the stage for what could be an epic mass 'jaathara' (celebration) on the silver screen.\ Allu Arjun's first-look poster from 'Pushpa 2' was unveiled in July 2023. The South megastar looked unrecognisable with face paint on. He wore a saree, decked himself in jewellery and...

In a swipe at Narendra Modi, DMK MP A Raja said the Prime Minister was coming to Nilgiris to seek votes for the BJP but did not visit the constituency even once after the death of General Bipin Rawat, the country's first Chief of Defence Staff, in a helicopter crash. Abhishek Sharma scored 37 A Raja, who has been re-nominated from the Nilgiris by the DMK, said Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin had rushed to the crash site and also paid his respects to General Rawat, his wife and 11 other defence personnel who were on board. "(The) head of the forces died here. Did the Prime Minister or Defence Minister come here? Let me challenge you (PM Modi). What important work did you have in Delhi when Bipin Rawat died here? Were you in a foreign land? No. But it was CM MK Stalin who rushed here and paid his respects. Don't claim we don't have patriotism. We don't speak Hindi. Modi doesn’t have to teach us patriotism," A Raja said on Wednesday while campaigning in Nilgi...

Former India cricketer, Irfan Pathan credited Abhishek Sharma for his blazing knock which propelled SRH to an emphatic win by 6 wickets against CSK at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad on April 5, Friday. Abhishek played a blistering knock of 37 runs from 12 balls that had a crucial role in SRH registering their 2nd win of the season. He was also adjudged as the Player of the Match for his quick fire innings. Abhishek Sharma scored 37 SRH bounced back from their defeat to GT in Ahmedabad as they won their 2nd match at their home ground. Pathan, while speaking on Star Sports, lauded Abhishek for his impactful knock and mentioned that it could have been a difficult chase for SRH, had it not been for the young batter. Abhishek boasted the best batting strike rate in IPL 2024 so far, with 217.56. "Abhishek Sharma's innings of 37 runs was of a big impact," Pathan said on Star Sports. "If that inning would not have come with such a solid strike rate, in the...

Iran said it asked the US to "step aside" as the country prepares a response to a suspected Israeli attack on its consulate in Syria while Hezbollah, its main proxy in the Middle East, warned the Jewish state it's prepared for war. Iran: "Step Aside" for Attack. In a written message to Washington, Iran "warned the US not to get dragged into Netanyahu's trap," Mohammad Jamshidi, the Iranian president's deputy chief of staff for political affairs, wrote on X, referring to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The US should "step aside so that you don't get hit." "In response, the US asked Iran not to hit American targets," Jamshidi said. The US hasn't commented on the alleged message Iran had sent. CNN reported that the US is on high alert and is preparing for a "significant" response from Iran against Israeli or American targets in the region. The network cited an unnamed US official. NBC, citing two un...

Prithviraj Sukumaran's recently released film 'Aadujeevitham' has surpassed Rs 100 crore worlwide and is still continuing its theatrical run. According to trade reports, the survival drama performed well in its first week at the box office and earned approximately RS 50 crore at the domestic box office. Aadujeevitham earns 100 crores On April 6, Prithviraj Sukumaran shared a post announcing that the film has earned Rs 100 crore globally. His caption read, "100 Cr and counting at the Global Box Office! Thank you for this unprecedented success According to early estimates, on its ninth day at the domestic box office, 'Aadujeevitham' minted around Rs 2.75 crore net. With this, its total earnings stand at Rs 49.75 crore in India. On April 5, the film had an overall Malayalam occupancy of 34.23 per cent, the Tamil verison of 'Aadujeevitham recorded an overall occupancy of 28.30 per cent and the Telugu 11.52 per cent. 'Aadujeevitham' is based on writer Be...

Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant continued his terrific recovery, slamming his second consecutive half-century as the team was beaten by the Kolkata Knight Riders on Thursday. Pant did his best as the Delhi Capitals chased a humungous target of 273 runs against the 2-time champions at Vizag. While Pant's side fell short of the target by a huge margin (106) runs, Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan looked to uplift the DC skipper's mood after the match. SRK and Pant had a candid chat on the ground after the match concluded which made fans emotional. Rishabh Pant with Shah Rukh Khan SRK, impressed with Pant's stunning return to form, just 14 months after he was involved in a near-fatal car accident. The Bollywood legend let Pant know of his admiration for him as the two entertainers had a beautiful moment on the field. After the game, Pant admitted that there's need for the entire team to step up and deliver after winning just one game in four matches in the IPL 2024 campai...

A 2-year-old child fell into a borewell in Karnataka's Lachayan village on Wednesday evening, and has been trapped there since then. Rescue operations are underway to rescue the boy, who is estimated to be stuck at a depth of 15–20 feet. 2-year-old child fell into a borewell The child, namely Satwik Mujagond, is likely to have fallen head first into the borewell in Vijayapura district. According to the police, the child fell into the uncovered borewell while playing near his house. The borewell was drilled into 4 acres of land belonging to the child's father, Satish Mujagond. Rescue operations started around 6.30 pm on Wednesday. Police teams, revenue officials, members of taluk panchayat and officials from the fire department and emergency services are there to pull the child out from the borewell. "All efforts are underway to rescue the child," news agency PTI reported, quoting a senior police officer. Latest video footage showed movements inside the borewell as the...

Byju Raveendran's net worth a year ago was ₹ 17,545 crore ($2.1 billion) and he featured in several prestigious 'globe's richest' lists. However, according to the recently released Forbes Billionaire Index 2024, Mr Raveendran's net worth has fallen to zero. Byju Raveendran This sharp decline comes in the wake of multiple crises that have rocked the once high-flying startup, marking a significant fall from grace for the poster child of India's startup ecosystem. Noting Byju's fall from the list, Forbes said, "Only four people from last year's list dropped off this time, including former edtech star Byju Raveendran, whose firm Byju's was enveloped in multiple crises and its valuation was marked down by BlackRock to $1 billion, a fraction of its peak $22 billion valuation in 2022." Founded in 2011, Byju's rapidly ascended to become India's most valuable startup, boasting a peak valuation of $22 billion in 2022. Raveendran's brainch...