New Delhi: Compensation worth Rs 163.92 crore has already been paid in the form of travel coupons to passengers affected by the mass cancellation of flights by IndiGo in early December, Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu informed the Rajya Sabha on Monday.Responding to supplementary questions during Question Hour, he said more than 3.6 lakh customers were affected by the incident and Rs 43.8 crore has been distributed so far as compensation after the ticket verification process. Nadu assured that the government is taking several necessary measures to ensure that such incidents do not happen again. Hundreds of flights operated by IndiGo were canceled in the first week of December due to shortage of pilots after the expiry of Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL). The government blamed the airline for lack of adequate planning in implementing the second phase of FDTL norms. This gave the airline a one-time exemption from implementing the norms. Responding to a specific question on the IndiGo crisis, the minister said the civil aviation ministry is consulting airlines on a daily basis before implementing the new norms. He said, “But even after this has happened, we are still taking more precautions so that such a situation does not happen again.”Saying that the ministry is engaged with the airline to ensure greater compensation to passengers, Nadu said the airline has also extended coupons or travel coupons worth Rs 10,000 as a gesture of care. “For this, Rs 163.9 crore has already been distributed to the passengers. And more, if they can verify their travel timings at that specific time,” Naidu said.Regarding the IndiGo incident, the minister said that DGCA is in constant touch with the airlines. “This was a typical example where the new FDTL norms came into force and it was the airlines that had to look at their internal operations and say if FDTL is going to be implemented, how many more pilots do we need and how will we route the crew rostering so that operations are not impacted,” Naidu said. Naidu said, “In these three months alone, IndiGo has appointed more than 246 pilots… We have also brought 10% operations to IndiGo. Therefore, several necessary measures have been taken so that such an incident does not happen again.”

सामुदायिक स्वास्थ्य केंद्र संग्रामपुर में सोमवार को बड़ी संख्या में मरीजों का इलाज किया गया। अस्पताल में कुल 400 से अधिक मरीज पहुंचे, जिनमें 73 गर्भवती महिलाएं भी शामिल थीं. डॉक्टरों ने सभी मरीजों के स्वास्थ्य की जांच की और आवश्यक उपचार दिया। अस्पताल प्रशासन के मुताबिक, बदलते मौसम के कारण लोगों में बीमारियां बढ़ रही हैं, जिससे मरीजों की संख्या भी बढ़ी है. अस्पताल में आये सभी मरीजों की निःशुल्क जांच एवं निःशुल्क दवाइयां दी गयीं, जिससे लोगों को राहत मिली.

लैब में 174 मरीजों की जांच की गई
अस्पताल पहुंचे मरीजों में से 174 लोगों की लैब में जांच की गई। इनमें 42 गर्भवती महिलाओं की जांच शामिल थी। डॉक्टरों ने सभी रिपोर्ट को ध्यान से देखने के बाद मरीजों का इलाज शुरू किया। इसके अलावा अस्पताल में भर्ती करने की आवश्यकता वाले मरीजों को भी भर्ती किया गया। अस्पताल में कुल 28 मरीजों को भर्ती कर इलाज किया गया. 21 मरीजों का एक्स-रे भी किया गया ताकि बीमारी के बारे में सही जानकारी मिल सके और उचित इलाज किया जा सके.

एचआरपी दिवस पर गर्भवती महिलाओं की विशेष जांच
अस्पताल के प्रभारी चिकित्सक डॉ. संतोष सिंह ने बताया कि सोमवार को एचआरपी दिवस के तहत गर्भवती महिलाओं के स्वास्थ्य जांच के लिए विशेष शिविर का भी आयोजन किया गया. इस कारण अस्पताल में गर्भवती महिलाओं की संख्या अधिक रहती थी. जांच के दौरान 8 गर्भवती महिलाओं को हाई रिस्क प्रेगनेंसी (एचआरपी) के रूप में चिन्हित किया गया। इन महिलाओं को विशेष निगरानी में रखने की सलाह दी गई है.

12 गर्भवती महिलाओं को अल्ट्रासाउंड के लिए भेजा गया
जांच के बाद डॉक्टरों ने 12 गर्भवती महिलाओं को अल्ट्रासाउंड के लिए रेफर कर दिया। इससे उनकी और गर्भ में पल रहे शिशु की स्थिति की बेहतर निगरानी हो सकेगी। अस्पताल प्रशासन का कहना है कि सभी मरीजों का पूरी सावधानी से इलाज किया गया. मरीजों को आवश्यक सलाह भी दी गयी, ताकि वे बदलते मौसम में अपने स्वास्थ्य का विशेष ख्याल रख सकें.

An outbreak of meningitis in the Canterbury area of ​​Kent has killed two young people and left several others seriously ill, prompting a massive public health response and emergency antibiotic distribution to students and close contacts.Health officials say at least 13 cases of invasive meningococcal disease, a serious bacterial infection that can cause meningitis and blood poisoning, have been identified between Friday and Sunday, according to the UK Health Protection Agency (UKHSA).Officials have urged students and residents to remain vigilant for symptoms, warning that the disease can progress rapidly and become life-threatening within hours.

Two deaths confirmed

One of the victims was a student at the University of Kent, while the other was a Year 13 student at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in Faversham.It is believed that both were between 18 and 21 years of age.The deaths have shocked the local education community, with schools and universities offering support to affected students and families. Several other youth have reportedly been admitted to hospital with serious symptoms.

Long queues for antibiotics

Hundreds of people queued in Canterbury after health officials began offering precautionary antibiotics to students and others who may have been exposed to the infection.The UK Health Protection Agency is identifying close contacts of infected people and advising them to take antibiotics to reduce the risk of further spread.Reports show that more than 30,000 students, staff and family members from the region have been contacted for guidance on symptoms and safety measures.The outbreak has also been linked to a night out at a popular student nightclub in Canterbury in early March, although the investigation is still ongoing.

What did the University of Kent say?

The University of Kent said it was “deeply saddened” by the death of one of its students.A spokesperson said, “Our thoughts are with the student’s family, friends and the broader University community at this extremely difficult time.”The university said it is working closely with public health teams to ensure students and staff receive the necessary advice and support.Officials said the safety of students and staff remains the institute’s top priority.

Exams were canceled

The University of Kent has canceled all in-person exams as a precaution while officials continue to monitor the outbreak.Campuses remain open, but the move was taken to reduce gatherings and allow health teams to focus on controlling the spread of infection.

what is meningitis

Meningitis is a serious infection that causes inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.It can be caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites, but bacterial meningitis is the most dangerous form.In severe cases, the infection can spread into the bloodstream, causing a life-threatening condition called sepsis.symptoms to look forHealth officials say people should seek immediate medical attention if they experience the following symptoms:

Experts warn that the disease can worsen very quickly, making prompt treatment crucial.

Why might students be at greater risk?

Public health experts say university students and young adults are among the groups most at risk.The bacteria spread through close contact such as coughing, sneezing, kissing or sharing drinks, situations where people live, study and socialize together.

New Delhi: Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday raised the LPG crisis arising out of conflict in West Asia and asked why the government did not plan in advance for LPG imports or make alternative arrangements despite being aware of regional tensions. “If the government was aware of regional tensions then why did it not make alternative arrangements? Why was the opposition not taken on board for a coordinated response to public concerns.” Why is the government not taking any measures to stop hoarding and black marketing of LPG? This crisis not only exposes our mismanagement but also our weak domestic and foreign policy.”Kharge’s presentation, which lasted more than the 3 minutes given to each member during Zero Hour, drew a sharp reaction from House leader J.P. Nadda, who accused the opposition of creating chaos and indulging in politics over the LPG shortage instead of standing with the government as it manages a situation not of India’s own making but entirely caused by international developments. Reminding Kharge of Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri’s earlier statement in the Lok Sabha on the LPG situation, Nadda reminded that Congress MPs had not even listened to him. Nadda claimed that a Congress leader himself was caught hoarding LPG. Earlier, Kharge said the LPG crisis has created panic across the country, which has adversely impacted restaurants, hostels and commercial establishments besides poor, middle class families. Recalling that India imports LPG to meet 60% of its domestic needs, he said 90% of these imports are through the Strait of Hormuz. “Both availability and price stability of LPG have become a matter of serious concern...MSMEs and commercial users are facing problems in securing LPG refills. It is worrying that some establishments have closed operations while some are paying up to Rs 5000 per cylinder.”Pointing to Puri’s claim that there is no shortage of LPG, Kharge alleged that the ground reality is different. “When India was issuing advisories to its citizens in Iran warning of the deterioration in the situation, it should have also warned of the adverse impact on vital sea lanes and energy supplies. We should have been prepared accordingly. The government was aware of the impending situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Therefore, if advance planning and alternative arrangements for LPG imports had been made, we would not have had to face this crisis,” he said.

उत्तर प्रदेश समाचार: लखनऊ में गैस सिलेंडर की जमाखोरी और कालाबाजारी के आरोप में समाजवादी पार्टी नेता सोनू कन्नौजिया के खिलाफ एफआईआर दर्ज की गई है। आरोप है कि वह अपने रिसॉर्ट में बड़ी संख्या में गैस सिलेंडर छिपाकर उन्हें कालाबाजारी में बेचने की तैयारी कर रहा था. जानकारी के मुताबिक, गैस एजेंसी सोनू कन्नौजिया की पत्नी के नाम पर है. इस मामले में लखनऊ के काकोरी थाने में केस दर्ज किया गया है. पुलिस के मुताबिक, गैस एजेंसी के मालिक और मैनेजर समेत कुल पांच लोगों के खिलाफ आवश्यक वस्तु अधिनियम 1955 के तहत मामला दर्ज किया गया है.

गुप्त सूचना के आधार पर की गई छापेमारी
पुलिस के मुताबिक, 14 मार्च को गुप्त सूचना मिलने के बाद जिला आपूर्ति पदाधिकारी के नेतृत्व में संयुक्त टीम ने कार्रवाई की. यह छापेमारी काकोरी इलाके में मोहान रोड के पास स्थित अभिनंदन रिसॉर्ट परिसर में की गई। जांच के दौरान अधिकारियों को रिसॉर्ट के अंदर खड़े एक ट्रक में बड़ी संख्या में एलपीजी सिलेंडर लदे हुए मिले।

ट्रक से बड़ी संख्या में सिलेंडर बरामद हुए
छापेमारी के दौरान अधिकारियों ने ट्रक से 14.2 किलोग्राम क्षमता के 65 खाली घरेलू गैस सिलेंडर, नौ भरे हुए सिलेंडर और छह किलोग्राम क्षमता के 14 खाली सिलेंडर बरामद किए। अधिकारियों के मुताबिक, ये सभी सिलेंडर बिना किसी अनुमति और वैध रिफिल वाउचर या अन्य दस्तावेजों के बिना रिसॉर्ट परिसर में रखे गए थे।

कई लोगों के खिलाफ मामला दर्ज
पुलिस ने बताया कि इस मामले में गैस एजेंसी की मालिक मंजू कन्नौजिया, समाजवादी पार्टी नेता सोनू कन्नौजिया, अभिनंदन रिजॉर्ट के मालिक सुरेंद्र कुमार और गैस एजेंसी मैनेजर इफ्तिदा हुसैन के अलावा जमील अहमद और साहिल नाम के लोगों के खिलाफ मामला दर्ज किया गया है. पूछताछ में आरोपियों ने बताया कि ट्रक को रिसॉर्ट परिसर में लाया गया था ताकि सिलेंडरों को इब्राहिमगंज गांव में बने नए गोदाम तक पहुंचाया जा सके.

गोदाम और ट्रक का भी निरीक्षण किया
पुलिस ने आगे बताया कि टीम ने आलमबाग स्थित गैस एजेंसी के गोदाम का भी निरीक्षण करने की कोशिश की, लेकिन वह बंद मिला. इस कारण वहां मौजूद स्टॉक की जांच नहीं हो सकी. इसके अलावा पास के खेत में एक ट्रक भी खड़ा मिला, जिसमें बॉटलिंग प्लांट से लाए गए 360 घरेलू गैस सिलेंडर भरे हुए थे. पुलिस ने इन सिलेंडरों को भी जब्त कर लिया है और मामले की आगे की जांच जारी है।

Mohammad Nazir Paktyawal, 41, an Afghan father who served with US forces in Afghanistan in 2021, died in ICE custody within a day of being arrested in North Texas. Paktyawal had been living in Texas since 2021 as his asylum application was pending with the authorities. He began working at an Afghan bakery in the Dallas area. According to reports, he was detained outside his apartment at 7 am on March 13 when he was on his way to drop his children to school. Paktyawal contacted his family from custody and told them that he was not well. He was admitted to the hospital at 11.45 pm. The next morning, relatives were told that he was undergoing treatment, but by noon on 14 March, they were informed that Paktyawal had died. He has a wife and six children, one of whom is a US citizen.

Who was Mohammad Nazir Pakhtyawal??

According to AfghanVac, Paktywal began serving in the military in Afghanistan in 2005. He served for more than a decade as an Afghan Special Forces soldier. During the War in Afghanistan, he served with U.S. Army Special Forces units, including the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Paktika Province.As soon as the American army left Afghanistan, his family was evacuated by America. According to ICE, he entered the US through Washington Dulles International Airport on August 21, 2021, where he was paroled into the country by an immigration officer. His parole authorization expires on Aug. 20, 2025, the agency said in a news release.ICE said he was arrested because his legal status had expired. AfghanEvac said he has completed his asylum interview and has work authorization and a Social Security number. He was not in the country illegally and was in the process of complying with immigration formalities. ICE said he had no medical history when he was arrested and was immediately taken to the hospital after complaining of difficulty breathing. His brother Nasir Paktyawal said, “He was a hero to his family, his people and his country,” referring to his decade-long military service and cooperation with the U.S. military. Mohammed Nazir Paktyawal was arrested by local authorities in September 2025 on felony charges related to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program fraud and then in November on theft charges. AfghanAvac said the arrests did not result in criminal charges and he was released.

Ricky Ponting said India’s decision to promote Sanju Samson to open the batting and send Ishan Kishan at No. 3 proved crucial to their T20 World Cup 2026 victory. Following this change, India became the first team in the history of the tournament to successfully defend the title. Samson had earlier lost his place at the top after a poor performance in the series against New Zealand.

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Kishan opened for India in the first five matches of the World Cup, but was dropped down the order after being out for a duck in the Super 8 match against South Africa. Once Samson returned to the top, He scored 321 runs in five matches at an average of 80.25..

‘I have to make a big call’

Ponting said that Samson flourished because he got full support from the captain and the coaching staff, adding that a player often needs trust, assurance and confidence from the team management to perform at his best.

“It was a really big decision – moving Ishan Kishan lower down the order to get Sanju Samson back at the top. It’s a big decision, but in the end it worked out really well,” Ponting said on the ICC.

“As a player – and I’m speaking here as a coach and former captain too – you really need the support of the captain and the coaching staff. Sometimes, just a pat on the back or a hand on the shoulder, when someone says, ‘Look mate, we’re with you, we believe in you, and we think you’re the right man for the role,’ that’s all a player needs to hear,” Ponting said.

‘We want Sanju’

Samson found his top form with an unbeaten 97 in India’s virtual quarter-final against West Indies. He then scored 89 runs in the seven-run win over England in the semi-finals. before scoring another 89 in the final India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

“When you have quality like Sanju, and the confidence of the captain and coach behind you, then only great things can happen. I don’t know what happened inside the Indian camp in the last few weeks, but it certainly looked like that from the outside.

“It seemed as if the team had decided: ‘If we want to win this tournament, we need Sanju at the top, playing his best cricket and full of confidence.’ And that’s exactly what they got,” Ponting said.

Samson was named Player of the Tournament for his outstanding performance. He was also included in the ICC Team of the Tournament along with Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah.

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Harshit Rana and Mustafizur Rahman (Agency Photo)

New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders have faced many problems ahead Indian Premier League 2026 season. The team first lost the Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (bcci) asked the franchise to release him from the team.KKR bought Mustafizur for Rs 9.20 crore during the auction after a bidding war with Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals. The team hoped that the experienced left-arm fast bowler would strengthen their bowling attack.

However, the move sparked controversy amid political tension, leading to the intervention of the BCCI.BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia confirmed that the board had asked KKR to release the player due to the sensitive situation surrounding the signing.

Harshit Rana’s injury is a matter of concern

After this, KKR got the second blow in the form of young Indian fast bowler Harshit Rana. His participation in IPL 2026 is uncertain after he was seen on crutches during the BCCI Naman Awards 2026 in Mumbai.Rana was to receive the award for Best International Debut (Male), but he could not walk up to the stage due to his injury, forcing Arun Dhumal to step down and present him with the award.The fast bowler later underwent knee surgery on February 9 and is expected to take two to three months to recover, raising doubts over whether he will be fit for the upcoming IPL season. His possible absence could weaken KKR’s pace attack, where he has played a key role in recent years.

potential boost with Mathisha Pathirana

Despite the setbacks, there may be some positive news for KKR. Player agent Amila Kalugagale recently posted a “fence man” emoji on Instagram, which many believe signals good news regarding Sri Lankan fast bowler Mathiesha Pathirana.Mathisha Pathirana suffered an injury while playing for the Sri Lanka national cricket team during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, causing him to miss the remainder of the tournament and raising doubts over his availability for the Indian Premier League 2026. The fast bowler had taken two wickets at an economy of 6.05 in three matches before being sidelined. However, the post confirms that he has fully recovered and is fit to play, and he is expected to play a key role in the Kolkata Knight Riders pace attack.KKR has also included Zimbabwean fast bowler. blessings to muzarabani As a backup option. Nevertheless, changing Rana’s role, especially in the crucial death overs, could still be a challenge for the team as they prepare for the new season.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi said that his dream is to break Chris Gayle’s record of highest individual score in T20 cricket. Back in 2013, Gayle scored 175 runs in 66 balls For Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) against the now defunct Pune Warriors at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru – a record that still stands.

Since then, players like Aaron Finch, Sahibzada Farhan and Dewald Brewis have come close, but no one has managed to surpass Gayle’s historic innings. During the Naman Awards on Sunday, celebrity presenter Harsha Bhogle asked Suryavanshi which of three records he would like to break – fastest IPL century, six sixes in an over, or highest individual T20 score.

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Bhogle asked, “I will tell you three things and ask three questions. You tell me which one you desire most. Six sixes in an over. Chris Gayle, like you, was a left-handed batsman and scored 175 runs in the IPL. Or the fastest IPL century.”

In response, Suryavanshi said, “Sir, I want to break the record of 175 runs.”

Suryavanshi keeps raising the bar

Suryavanshi already has the record Fastest century by an Indian in IPL history And is the second fastest century overall, behind Chris Gayle’s iconic 30-ball century against Pune in 2013.

On April 28, 2025, the left-handed batsman scored a century in 35 balls for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. In the process, he became the youngest centurion in T20 cricket, helping the Royals chase down 210 in just 15.5 overs and win by eight wickets.

Earlier that season, Suryavanshi had already made headlines by becoming the youngest debutant in IPL history at the age of 14 years and 23 days during the Royals’ clash against Lucknow Super Giants.

Royals had bought the teenage sensation for Rs 1.10 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, and he announced himself in style by launching Shardul Thakur with a huge six.

In seven matches in IPL 2025, Suryavanshi scored 252 runs at an average of 36 and a strike rate of 206.55, including a top score of 101.

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Pakistani players have been missing from the Indian Premier League (IPL) for more than a decade. The last Pakistan cricketer to feature in the tournament was all-rounder Azhar Mahmood, who played in the league between 2012 and 2015, although he did so after entering the auction as an English player. His appearance came years after Pakistani cricketers’ participation in the IPL ended following the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks.The spotlight around Pakistan players and franchise leagues returned recently when mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed was selected by Sunrisers Leeds during the player auction for The Hundred. The franchise, owned by Chennai-based Sun Group, paid GBP 190000 (approximately Rs 2.34 crore) after a bidding competition with Trent Rockets. With the move, Ahmed became the first Pakistani player to be signed by an Indian-owned franchise in the tournament.His signing also ended speculation that Indian-owned teams in The Hundred would avoid Pakistani players, as has been the case in the IPL since 2009 due to strained diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan.

Pakistani players in IPL

The first season of IPL in 2008 featured many Pakistani cricketers including Shoaib Akhtar, Shahid Afridi and Sohail Tanvir. The tournament saw players from both countries share dressing rooms and compete in the new T20 league.Shahid Afridi played for Deccan Chargers, while fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar represented Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Misbah-ul-Haq was a part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) team.Among these, fast bowler Sohail Tanvir left the biggest impression. Playing for the league-winning Rajasthan Royals (RR) in 2008, Tanvir finished the season with 22 wickets and claimed the Purple Cap for most wickets in the tournament. His best performance came against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) when he returned figures of 6/14.However, the situation changed after the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks. Following the attacks, political relations between India and Pakistan were suspended. Later, Pakistan also barred its players from traveling to India for the IPL citing security concerns.At the time, many franchises had expressed disappointment over the absence of Pakistani players from the league.Joy Bhattacharya, who was the then team leader of KKR, said that the team would miss the players from Pakistan. Akhtar, Umar Gul, Salman Butt and Mohammad Hafeez all represented the franchise in 2008.He had said, “We were like a family. Shoaib and Umar are not only good cricketers but also popular among their teammates at Knight Riders. We will definitely miss them a lot.”Similar views were shared by Amrit Mathur, who was the chief executive of Delhi Daredevils at that time.Mathur had said, “We will miss the Pakistani players as they were key members of our team.”What was initially expected to be a temporary break turned into a lengthy absence. With time, it became difficult to obtain a No Objection Certificate from the Pakistan Cricket Board. At the same time, IPL franchises were hesitant to bid for players who could not get visas to travel to India.

Azhar Mahmood: Last Pakistani player in IPL

While Pakistan players have largely stayed away from the IPL since 2009, Azhar Mahmood appeared in the league for three seasons between 2012 and 2015.Mahmood played for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) in the 2012 and 2013 seasons and later represented KKR in the 2015 season.However, Mahmood did not enter the league as a Pakistani player. After moving to the United Kingdom and obtaining a British passport, he registered for the IPL auction as an English player.A right-arm fast bowling all-rounder, Mahmood played 23 IPL matches across three seasons. He took 29 wickets while giving runs at an economy rate of 7.82. With the bat he scored 388 runs at a strike rate of 128.05.Mahmood is the last Pakistan-born cricketer to feature in the IPL, even though he did so as a British citizen.In 2010, there was a brief moment when Pakistan players returned to the IPL auction list. Many prominent players of the country were included in the auction pool. However, no franchise bid on any of them. The episode was later described as a “silent disgrace” and effectively confirmed that the IPL had moved on from signing Pakistani cricketers.Since then, the absence of Pakistani players from IPL continues. Mahmood’s appearance in the tournament marks the final example of a Pakistan-born cricketer taking the field in the league, marking the end of a short chapter that began in the first season of the IPL in 2008.