THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Kerala State Lotteries Department is set to announce the results for the Dhanalakshmi DL-20 lottery draw today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Lottery ticket holders are waiting with bated breath to see if they have won the coveted first prize of ₹1 Crore.
The live draw for the weekly lottery will commence at 3:00 PM at Gorky Bhavan, near Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram. The official and complete results, including the full list of winning numbers, will be made available from 4:00 PM onwards on the official websites of the Kerala Lotteries Department: keralalotteries.com and keralalotteryresult.net.
The Dhanalakshmi lottery offers an attractive prize structure, making it one of the popular weekly draws in the state. The top prizes are:
First Prize: ₹1 Crore
Second Prize: ₹30 Lakhs
Third Prize: ₹5 Lakhs
In addition to the top three prizes, there are numerous other cash prizes for lucky winners. A consolation prize of ₹5,000 is also awarded to ticket holders with the same number as the first prize winner but from different series.
How to Claim Your Winnings
Winners of the Dhanalakshmi DL-20 lottery are advised to verify their winning numbers with the results published in the Kerala Government Gazette and surrender their tickets within 30 days of the draw.
For prize money less than ₹5,000, winners can claim the amount from any registered lottery shop in Kerala.
For winnings exceeding ₹5,000, the ticket and a valid form of identification must be presented at a government lottery office or a partner bank.
The Kerala State Lotteries department conducts draws for different lotteries each day of the week, including Samrudhi on Sunday, Bhagyathara on Monday, Sthree Sakthi on Tuesday, Karunya Plus on Thursday, Suvarna Keralam on Friday, and Karunya on Saturday.
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a startling admission that has amplified criticism of the state’s financial management, Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal informed the State Assembly that the Finance Department does not possess the exact figures for various pending arrears, including Dearness Allowance (DA) owed to state employees.
The revelation came during the 14th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly on October 17, 2025, in response to a set of crucial questions raised by MLAs, including Shri. Anwar Sadath. The Minister’s repeated and vague response—”Information is being collected“—in reply to queries about the precise quantum of arrears for social security pensions, DA, and dues to the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC), has been slammed by the Opposition as evidence of the government’s “financial bankruptcy.”
Minister’s Vague Reply in Assembly
Questions were raised regarding the current outstanding amounts for:
Social Security Pensions
Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears for government employees.
Dues to KSRTC
Steps to clear the accumulated arrears for various sectors.
Instead of presenting concrete numbers, which are typically expected from the Finance Department, Minister Balagopal repeatedly offered the non-committal answer, “Information is being collected.” The official document of the assembly proceedings also confirms this, with the Minister’s column against multiple detailed questions stating only ‘വിവരം ശേഖരിച്ചുവരുന്നു’ (Information is being collected).
A ‘Disastrous Failure’ of Financial Management
The Opposition has seized upon the admission, arguing it exposes a severe lack of financial accountability and planning. Critics point out the irony that the Finance Minister, who had previously promised to release a White Paper on the state’s financial condition, failed to even present the most fundamental figures concerning amounts owed to government employees and institutions.
”This reply is the biggest proof that the state’s financial affairs are completely in disarray. If the Finance Minister doesn’t even know the extent of the arrears, then who is managing this department?”
— Leader of the Opposition
The incident, according to political observers, casts a harsh spotlight on the Pinarayi Vijayan-led government’s management of state finances and is likely to become a major talking point in the ongoing political discourse.
ISTANBUL – Galatasaray secured a memorable 1-0 victory over a wasteful Liverpool side on Wednesday night, with Victor Osimhen’s early penalty proving to be the decisive goal in a fiercely contested European clash.
The Turkish giants stunned the visitors just 16 minutes into the match. A quick Galatasaray attack saw Baris Alper Yilmaz brought down inside the area by a clumsy challenge from Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai, leaving the referee with no choice but to point to the spot. Striker Victor Osimhen stepped up and coolly dispatched the penalty straight down the middle, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.
From that moment on, the match fell into a predictable pattern: Liverpool dominated possession and launched wave after wave of attacks, while Galatasaray defended with disciplined resilience. Liverpool registered numerous attempts on goal, with Florian Wirtz, Alexis Mac Allister, and substitute Alexander Isak all coming close. However, they were repeatedly denied by a combination of heroic blocks from the Galatasaray defence and a stellar performance from goalkeeper Ugurcan Çakir, who made several crucial saves to preserve his side’s clean sheet.
The game was a physical, stop-start affair, littered with fouls, yellow cards, and injury delays. Liverpool suffered a significant blow when goalkeeper Alisson Becker was forced off with an injury in the 56th minute. Galatasaray’s goalscorer, Osimhen, also had to be substituted later in the half.
Liverpool’s frustration was compounded in the dying minutes when a VAR check denied them a potential penalty, summing up a night where nothing went their way. Despite eight minutes of added time, the Premier League side could not find an equalizer, succumbing to a frustrating and unexpected defeat on the road.
PUNE, INDIA – An unsettling climate of fear and uncertainty is reportedly gripping Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT firm, as a strategic workforce restructuring translates into sudden terminations and alleged forced resignations, leaving many employees in distress.
Months after initial reports suggested significant job cuts, the impact is now being acutely felt. A former 13-year veteran of the company has come forward with a harrowing account of harassment and eventual termination, painting a stark picture of the human cost behind corporate strategy.
Rohan (name changed), 35, who joined TCS straight from campus, claims he was compelled to resign after a grueling five-month period of “harassment” by the Human Resources (HR) and Resource Management Group (RMG). Speaking to Moneycontrol, he described feeling “betrayed by the Tata Group company he had been loyal to for over a decade.”
After a long-term project with a major automotive client ended, Rohan struggled to find new work within the company. He was subsequently placed on the bench for several months. During this time, he alleges the company’s demeanor shifted drastically.
“They started threatening me saying I was moonlighting for other companies, tried to put me on enquiry,” Rohan recounted. “This went on for months, the mental torture was nothing less than living in hell.”
Despite his refusal to resign, TCS ultimately terminated his employment in mid-2025. Rohan alleges the company demanded a recovery fee of ₹6-8 lakhs for his time on the bench, a portion of which was deducted from his final settlement. Today, he is unemployed, living at a friend’s place in Pune, and has not yet been able to tell his wife and children about his job loss.
Inside the company, a current employee described an “environment of fear” where no one knows “who gets the call next.”
“Seniors are getting laid off, above 8-10 years of experience… Employees are suddenly getting emails to meet the HR, and immediately asked to leave,” the employee stated. “Teams after teams are getting fully laid off.” He attributed some of the cuts to clients reducing project costs, necessitating smaller teams.
A major point of contention is a purported ‘fluidity list,’ which allegedly contains the names of employees targeted for layoffs. According to several sources, individuals on this list are contacted by HR within a month and given an ultimatum: resign voluntarily or face termination.
In a statement issued in July, TCS framed the layoffs as a necessary step in its strategy to become a “future-ready organisation” by investing in AI and restructuring its workforce. The company stated the move would “impact about 2 per cent of our global workforce, primarily in the middle and the senior grades.”
The alleged manner of these layoffs has drawn criticism from IT employee unions, including the Forum for IT Employees (FITE) and the Union of IT & ITES Employees (UNITE), which have raised concerns over the process.
ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN: On a historic night for Kazakh football, Real Madrid delivered a ruthless performance to bounce back from domestic disappointment, crushing Champions League debutants Kairat Almaty 5-0 at a sold-out Almaty Ortalyk Stadion. A clinical hat-trick from Kylian Mbappé, supplemented by late goals from substitutes Eduardo Camavinga and Brahim Díaz, secured a commanding victory for Xabi Alonso’s side in their first-ever competitive meeting with the Kazakh champions.
For the home side, the result was secondary to the occasion. Hosting the 15-time European champions for their first-ever Champions League group stage home game was the biggest day in the club’s history, a “dream come true” for players and fans alike. Despite a spirited start that briefly threatened an upset, the sheer class of the Spanish giants ultimately proved overwhelming, providing a stark lesson in elite European football.
A Spirited Start Meets a Clinical Response
Buoyed by a deafening home crowd, Kairat began the match with startling intensity, nearly taking a shock lead within the first 10 seconds. A header from 17-year-old forward Dastan Satpayev forced a sharp save from Thibaut Courtois, signaling Kairat’s intent to not be overawed by their illustrious opponents. However, after weathering the initial storm, Real Madrid began to assert their dominance. The visitors controlled possession, with Turkish youngster Arda Güler proving a constant threat.
The breakthrough came in the 24th minute from a defensive error. A misplaced clearance from Kairat’s veteran defender Aleksandr Martynovich was seized upon by 18-year-old Franco Mastantuono, who was then brought down by Kairat’s third-string teenage goalkeeper, Sherkhan Kalmurza. Mbappé stepped up and calmly converted the resulting penalty, slotting the ball into the bottom left corner to give Madrid a deserved lead.
Second-Half Onslaught Seals Dominant Win
After a resolute defensive effort from Kairat in the first half, the floodgates opened after the break. In the 52nd minute, Mbappé doubled the lead with a moment of individual brilliance. Latching onto a long ball from his own goalkeeper, Courtois, the French superstar broke away and deftly chipped the ball over the onrushing Kalmurza.
Kairat’s hopes for a comeback were dashed in the 69th minute when they were awarded a penalty, only for the decision to be overturned after a lengthy VAR review. Four minutes later, Mbappé completed his glorious hat-trick, clinically finishing from inside the box. Xabi Alonso’s substitutes then added gloss to the scoreline. Eduardo Camavinga headed in a fourth in the 83rd minute, just moments after coming on, and Brahim Díaz tapped in a fifth in stoppage time to cap a comprehensive victory.
A Tale of Two Clubs
The match was a classic “David vs Goliath” encounter. Real Madrid arrived in Kazakhstan needing a strong response after being hammered 5-2 by city rivals Atlético Madrid in La Liga. Despite the 4,000-mile trip, coach Xabi Alonso insisted there would be no excuses, and his team delivered a professional and dominant performance.
For Kairat, who qualified for the group stage by beating Celtic in a dramatic playoff, the experience was invaluable. The arrival of Real Madrid sparked a football frenzy in Almaty, with thousands of fans gathering at the airport and team hotel to catch a glimpse of the stars. While the 5-0 defeat was a harsh reality check, the club can hold its head high after hosting one of the biggest teams in world football on a truly unforgettable night for the nation.
In a pulsating opening to their home ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 campaign, India secured a vital 59-run victory over co-hosts Sri Lanka, a result that tells a far more complex story than the comfortable margin suggests. At the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, a packed house witnessed a performance of startling duality: an Indian team that flirted with disaster, only to be salvaged by an extraordinary display of lower-order resilience. The match was a microcosm of India’s immense potential and its lingering frailties, showcasing a top order that crumbled under pressure and a tenacious, deep batting line-up that refused to surrender.
Put in to bat after Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu won the toss, India plunged into a catastrophic collapse, slumping to a precarious 124 for 6 in a match shortened to 47 overs per side by rain. With the tournament hosts staring down the barrel of an embarrassing curtain-raiser, all-rounder Deepti Sharma and the gritty Amanjot Kaur produced a partnership for the ages, steering their side not just to safety, but to a commanding total of 269 for 8. Sharma, who was later named Player of the Match, was the architect of the victory, her calm half-century under pressure complemented by a decisive bowling spell that broke the back of Sri Lanka’s chase. While the two points provide the perfect start, the nature of the win—forged in the crucible of a near-total collapse—serves as both a celebration of India’s fighting spirit and a stark warning of the top-order vulnerabilities they must address to realize their dream of a maiden World Cup title.
The Unraveling: Ranaweera’s Veteran Craft Exposes a Brittle Core
Chamari Athapaththu’s decision to field first on a fresh Guwahati pitch was immediately vindicated. The early breakthrough she sought came in the fourth over when the dangerous, in-form Smriti Mandhana, attempting to clear the off-side, sliced a delivery from Udeshika Prabodhani to a juggling Vishmi Gunaratne at deep cover for just 8 runs. This early setback forced India into a period of cautious consolidation. Openers Pratika Rawal and Harleen Deol navigated the powerplay but struggled to impose themselves against disciplined Sri Lankan bowling. Their partnership began to build, but at a glacial pace, with dot balls accounting for a staggering 68% of the deliveries in the initial stages.
The innings was further fragmented by a persistent drizzle that forced the players off the field for over an hour, ultimately truncating the contest to a 47-over affair. Upon resumption, Rawal and Deol brought up a 50-run stand, but the momentum remained elusive. The turning point arrived with the introduction of veteran left-arm spinner Inoka Ranaweera. She first broke the partnership by tempting Rawal into a mistimed shot to deep midwicket for 37, ending a 50-run stand that had consumed 82 balls. What followed was a masterclass in pressure bowling that ripped the heart out of India’s middle order. In a single, match-altering over—the 26th of the innings—Ranaweera produced a spell of bowling that left the home crowd in stunned silence. She first had Harleen Deol caught for a well-made 48, denying her a half-century. The very next ball, Jemimah Rodrigues was trapped for a golden duck. Two balls later, captain Harmanpreet Kaur was also dismissed, leaving India in absolute disarray at 121 for 5.
The collapse was not merely a product of exceptional bowling; it was amplified by what on-ground observers noted were “soft dismissals” on a pitch that was offering turn but was by no means unplayable. The abject nature of the collapse pointed towards a psychological fragility rather than a purely technical one. The procession was complete when Athapaththu herself joined the attack, dismissing Richa Ghosh for 2 and plunging India into the abyss at 124 for 6. Ranaweera, in her magnificent spell, became the second-oldest player to claim a four-wicket haul in Women’s ODIs, using her vast experience to exploit a brittle Indian core that seemed to buckle under the weight of home-World Cup expectation.
The Anatomy of a Collapse
Wicket
Player Dismissed
Score
Over
Bowler
3rd
Harleen Deol
121/3
25.2
Inoka Ranaweera
4th
Jemimah Rodrigues
121/4
25.3
Inoka Ranaweera
5th
Harmanpreet Kaur
121/5
25.5
Inoka Ranaweera
6th
Richa Ghosh
124/6
26.6
Chamari Athapaththu
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The 103-Run Lifeline: How Grit, Luck, and Strategy Forged a Comeback
With India “flat on the mat” and their World Cup opener spiraling into a catastrophe, Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur walked to the middle under immense pressure. What unfolded over the next 18 overs was not just a recovery; it was a statement of intent, a demonstration of the newfound depth and resilience that defines this Indian team. Their partnership, which would ultimately yield a match-defining 103 runs, was a masterclass in situational awareness, beginning with cautious consolidation before blossoming into a calculated counter-attack.
The duo weathered the storm created by Ranaweera and the other Sri Lankan spinners, focusing on rotating the strike and rebuilding the innings brick by brick. Their effort was significantly aided by a startlingly sloppy fielding performance from Sri Lanka, who seemed to lose their composure after gaining complete control. Amanjot Kaur, in particular, lived a charmed life, being dropped a staggering four times during her innings. Sri Lanka’s profligacy in the field proved to be the lifeline India desperately needed, and Kaur made them pay for every single error.
As the partnership grew, so did their confidence. Both batters reached richly deserved half-centuries. Amanjot, riding her luck, struck a gutsy 57 from 56 balls, while Deepti played the anchor role to perfection, compiling a calm, run-a-ball 53. Their century stand was the largest of the innings and completely reversed the game’s momentum, pulling India back from the brink of a sub-200 total and laying the foundation for a competitive score. This performance signaled a crucial evolution in India’s team structure. In previous years, the loss of the top order, including the captain, would have been a terminal blow. Here, the number seven and eight batters demonstrated not only the skill but the temperament to win a match from a seemingly hopeless position. This reflects a new brand of fearlessness, a departure from the historical over-reliance on the top three, and a testament to the rise of genuine all-rounders who thrive under pressure.
The Final Flourish: Sneh Rana’s Cameo Turns the Screw
The foundation laid by Deepti and Amanjot was transformed into an imposing fortress by a blistering late cameo from Sneh Rana. Walking in after the dismissal of Kaur, Rana launched an immediate and devastating assault on the tiring Sri Lankan bowlers, ensuring the momentum of the century partnership was not just maintained but accelerated. She smashed a vital, unbeaten 28 runs from a mere 15 deliveries, a whirlwind innings studded with two fours and two powerful sixes that sent the Guwahati crowd into a frenzy.
This final onslaught exposed a complete breakdown in Sri Lanka’s discipline. Having controlled the game for over 30 overs, their bowlers and fielders began to fray at the edges. The final two overs were particularly chaotic, leaking a costly 34 runs that pushed India’s total from competitive to psychologically daunting. The final over of the innings, bowled by Achini Kulasuriya, was a case in point. It began with Rana dispatching a length ball for a huge six over deep square leg. It later included four leg byes and a sloppy misfield at long on that gifted Rana another boundary, a moment of frustration that visibly angered captain Athapaththu.
While Deepti Sharma was caught at deep mid-wicket off the final ball of the innings, her job was done. The late surge, led by Rana, had propelled India to a final total of 269 for 8. This score seemed an impossible dream when they were reeling at 124 for 6. The late acceleration was a psychological weapon as much as a tactical one. It completely demoralized a Sri Lankan side that would have walked off the field “kicking themselves” for the dropped catches and the late collapse in discipline. They were left to contemplate not just a challenging revised target of 271, but the bitter reality that they had let a dominant position slip through their fingers.
The Chase: Athapaththu’s Lone Stand and Sharma’s Decisive Strike
Facing a revised DLS target of 271, Sri Lanka’s hopes rested heavily on the shoulders of their talismanic captain, Chamari Athapaththu. The chase began with intent, but India struck an early and important blow. Debutant Kranti Gaud produced a moment of magic, a perfect length delivery that crashed into the top of Hasini Perera’s (14) off-stump as she attempted an awkward cross-batted shot.
Despite the early loss, Athapaththu played with characteristic aggression. She took the attack to the Indian bowlers, hitting boundaries and a spectacular six over point to keep her team well in the hunt. Alongside Harshitha Samarawickrama, she forged a stabilizing partnership that began to cause some concern in the Indian camp. At 82 for 1, Sri Lanka were building a solid platform. However, the definitive moment of the second innings arrived, and fittingly, it was Deepti Sharma who delivered it. Having rescued India with the bat, she returned to break the game open with the ball, firing in a perfect yorker that comprehensively bowled Athapaththu for a brisk 43 off 47 balls.
The dismissal of their captain proved to be the fatal blow for Sri Lanka. As the required run rate climbed, the Indian spinners, led by Deepti and Sneh Rana, tightened their grip, choking the flow of runs and inducing errors. The Sri Lankan chase “faltered” as wickets began to fall at regular intervals. Nilakshi de Silva offered some resistance with a fighting 35, but it was a lone hand in a losing battle. The chase exposed a critical strategic weakness for Sri Lanka: an over-reliance on their singular match-winner. Unlike India, who had recovered from the failures of their senior players, Sri Lanka’s batting lineup lacked the depth and resilience to mount a challenge once Athapaththu was back in the pavilion. Pratika Rawal eventually trapped Inoka Ranaweera in front to end the innings, bowling Sri Lanka out for 211 in 45.4 overs and sealing a comprehensive victory for the hosts.
By the Numbers: A Statistical Breakdown of the Opener
The narrative of the match—a story of collapse, recovery, and all-round dominance—is clearly reflected in the final statistics. Deepti Sharma’s figures with both bat and ball underscore her Player of the Match performance, while Inoka Ranaweera’s four-wicket haul highlights the damage she inflicted on India’s top order.
Key Individual Performances
Player Name (Team)
Batting Performance
Bowling Performance
Deepti Sharma (IND)
53 runs (53 balls)
2 wickets for 35 runs
Amanjot Kaur (IND)
57 runs (56 balls)
1 wicket for 21 runs
Sneh Rana (IND)
28 runs (15 balls)*
2 wickets for 29 runs
Inoka Ranaweera (SL)
3 runs (3 balls)
4 wickets for 46 runs
Chamari Athapaththu (SL)
43 runs (47 balls)
1 wicket for 25 runs
Harleen Deol (IND)
48 runs (65 balls)
–
Pratika Rawal (IND)
37 runs (59 balls)
1 wicket for 3 runs
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Conclusion: “I Enjoy These Situations” – Sharma’s Mindset Sets Tone for India’s Campaign
In the end, the story of the World Cup opener was written by its undisputed hero, Deepti Sharma. Her all-round contribution was immense, but it was her post-match comments that provided the most telling insight into the mindset of this Indian team. “It was a turning point,” she said of the partnership with Amanjot. “No pressure at all because I am used to these types of innings and situations… I do not feel pressure, I enjoy my batting”.
This statement is more than just a post-match platitude; it is a declaration of a cultural shift. It signals the rise of the specialist all-rounder as a core pillar of the team’s identity—a player who thrives on, rather than fears, adversity. The calm execution under extreme duress by both Deepti and Amanjot was not a desperate scramble for survival; it was the confident fulfillment of a role by players mentally prepared for the challenge.
India walks away from their opening fixture with two crucial points and the momentum of a hard-fought victory. The win, however, carries a dual narrative. It exposed a worrying fragility in a star-studded top order that must find its footing on home soil. But it also unveiled a formidable lower-order strength, a fighting spirit embodied by players like Deepti, Amanjot, and Sneh Rana, who proved they can win matches from almost any position. This opening performance, defined by Deepti’s skill and her unflappable mindset, sets a complex but ultimately positive tone for India’s quest for World Cup glory. They have been tested, they have bent, but they have not broken.
Almaty, Kazakhstan: A coolly converted penalty from Kylian Mbappé in the 25th minute is the difference as Real Madrid take a 1-0 lead into the half-time break against a spirited Kairat Almaty in their UEFA Champions League group stage clash.
Real Madrid dominated possession and created several chances, but the decisive moment came midway through the half. Young Argentine talent Franco Mastantuono drove into the box and was brought down by Kairat goalkeeper Sherkhan Kalmurza, leaving the referee with no choice but to point to the spot. Mbappé stepped up and calmly sent his right-footed shot into the bottom left corner to give the Spanish giants the lead.
Despite Madrid’s control, the home side has shown plenty of fight. Kairat started brightly, forcing a save from Thibaut Courtois within the first minute from a Dastan Satpaev header. They have continued to probe the Madrid defence, with Valeri Gromyko testing the visitors from distance.
Mbappé has been at the heart of Madrid’s attack, seeing an earlier shot saved by Kalmurza and setting up a clear chance for Vinícius Júnior on a fast break, which the Brazilian missed. Arda Güler also forced a good save from the Kairat keeper with a shot from outside the box.
As the teams head for the tunnel, Real Madrid holds a slender but deserved advantage, though Kairat’s resilience suggests the second half is still finely poised.
Chennai : Actor and political entrant Vijay, the chief of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has ignited a political firestorm by hinting at a vendetta and conspiracy by the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) following a tragic stampede at his rally in Karur that claimed the lives of 41 people over the weekend.
Breaking his four-day silence in a sombre video message released on Tuesday evening, the superstar expressed profound anguish but defiantly shot down accusations that his party failed to follow safety protocols.
“My heart is full of pain,” a visibly distressed Vijay stated, adding that he has “never faced such a painful situation” and is indebted to the people who died due to their love for him.
However, the core of his message was a direct and challenging attack on Chief Minister MK Stalin. Vijay dared the CM: “Chief Minister sir… if you have revenge plans, do anything to me. Don’t touch my leaders.” He strongly defended his party, saying they “did nothing wrong except speaking at the designated spot” and had taken steps to ensure the rally was held at a safe, police-approved location.
DMK Slams Delay, Demands Responsibility
The DMK was quick to retaliate, calling the video message a calculated “script” that came too late. DMK spokesperson A Saravanan pointed out the four-day delay in Vijay’s response and stressed that the TVK chief must accept responsibility for the deaths, alleging his party “broke the rules.”
The ruling party contrasted Vijay’s late response with Chief Minister Stalin’s swift visit to Karur just hours after the tragedy. Senior DMK MP A Raja added fuel to the fire, stating that Vijay’s decision to leave the scene immediately after the chaos, under the guise of restoring calm, suggests a “guilty conscience.”
The political bitterness is playing out against a backdrop of legal action, with TVK functionary Mathiyazhagan already arrested. Cases have also been filed against General Secretary N ‘Bussy’ Anand and Joint General Secretary Nirmal Sekar. Crucially, Vijay himself has been charged in a third case with ‘deliberate display of power,’ alleging he made unscheduled stops en route to intentionally delay his arrival and build up hype—a delay that prosecutors suggest contributed to the overcrowding and stampede.
The TVK, a dark horse expected to be a major factor in next year’s election, has faced severe criticism for the incident. Despite the mounting pressure, Vijay reiterated his resolve, declaring, “My political journey will continue with renewed vigour.”
Guwahati: India posted a competitive 269/8 in their rain-shortened 47 overs against Sri Lanka in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 opener, thanks to a sensational recovery led by Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur, capped off by a blistering cameo from Sneh Rana. After a catastrophic mid-innings collapse left them reeling at 124/6, the Indian lower order staged a remarkable fightback to seize momentum.
The innings was a tale of two halves. After a rain delay of over an hour, Sri Lankan spinner Inoka Ranaweera (4/46) ripped through the Indian middle order, claiming three wickets in a single over to send Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, and captain Harmanpreet Kaur back to the pavilion. What followed was a calamitous collapse, as India lost four wickets for a mere four runs, slumping from a stable 120/2 to a precarious 124/6.
Just when it seemed India would struggle to reach 200, Deepti Sharma (53) and Amanjot Kaur combined for a match-saving 103-run partnership for the seventh wicket. They weathered the storm and began to counter-attack, punishing a sloppy Sri Lankan fielding effort. Amanjot, in particular, lived a charmed life, being dropped on multiple occasions, and made the opposition pay dearly for their mistakes.
After the partnership was broken, Sneh Rana walked in and completely turned the game on its head with a fiery unbeaten knock of 28 from just 15 balls. Smashing two sixes and two fours, Rana propelled India’s score in the death overs. An explosive final two overs yielded 34 runs, lifting India to a formidable total that seemed impossible just an hour earlier.
For Sri Lanka, Inoka Ranaweera was the standout bowler, but her brilliant spell was undone by the team’s poor fielding and lack of discipline in the final overs. They will now have to chase a revised DLS target of 271 in 47 overs to win their opening fixture.
Palakkad: Southern Railway has announced a series of train service changes for the month of October due to an approved maintenance block in the Palakkad Division. Passengers travelling on key routes are advised to take note of rescheduled departure times and potential en-route delays.
The “Fixed Time Corridor Block” will primarily affect the popular Mangaluru Central – Dr MGR Chennai Central West Coast Express and the Porbandar – Kochuveli Express.
Rescheduling of West Coast Express
According to the notification, Train No. 22638 Mangaluru Central – Dr MGR Chennai Central West Coast Express will be rescheduled on two days.
The service scheduled to leave Mangaluru Central at 23:45 hrs on October 10th and 12th, 2025, will now depart at 00:35 hrs on October 11th and 13th, 2025, respectively. This marks a delay of 50 minutes from its original schedule.
Regulation and En-route Delays
Several other services will be regulated, meaning they will be held at certain points along their route, resulting in delays.
Train No. 22638 West Coast Express, on its scheduled departures from Mangaluru Central on October 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th, 2025, will be regulated for 20 minutes en route.
Train No. 20910 Porbandar – Kochuveli Express, on its scheduled departures from Porbandar on October 23rd and 30th, 2025, will be regulated for 40 minutes during its journey.
Southern Railway has requested all passengers to check the revised train timings with railway authorities or online portals before commencing their travel to avoid any inconvenience.
