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Sindhu, Saina, Prannoy advance at Hong Kong Open

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Kowloon: Indian shuttlers P.V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal and H.S. Prannoy advanced to the second round while Parupalli Kashyap and the women’s doubles pair of Ashwini Ponnappa and N. Sikki Reddy fell in the opening round of the Hong Kong Open Superseries on Wednesday.

While second seed Sindhu eased past Hong Kong’s qualifier Leung Yuet Yee 21-18, 21-10, Saina registered a hard-fought 21-19, 23-21 win over Denmark’s Mette Poulsen.

In the men’s singles, Prannoy moved into the second round after a 19-21, 21-17, 21-15 win in an hour and one minute over Hong Kong’s Hu Yun.

Kashyap lost 21-15, 9-21, 20-22 to South Korean Lee Dong Keun in an hour and nine minutes.

Sourabh Verma too exited the competition, losing to Indonesian Tommy Sugiarto 15-21, 8-21 in 30 minutes.

The women’s doubles pair of Ashwini and Sikki fought hard but couldn’t prevent China’s Huang Dongping and Li Wenmei from advancing to the next round. The Chinese won 21-11, 19-21, 21-19 in 55 minutes.

(IANS)

Hadiya case: SC refuses urgent hearing for in-camera proceedings

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New Delhi: The Supreme Court today refused to accord urgent hearing on a plea filed by the father of a Kerala-based woman, who converted to Islam before marrying a Muslim man, that interaction with the woman be conducted in- camera.

A bench comprising Chief Justice Dipak Misra and Justices A M Khanwilkar and D Y Chandrachud said that it will deal with this plea on November 27 itself when the woman would be brought before it for interaction.

The counsel for Ashokan K M, the father of the woman, sought an urgent hearing on his plea saying that it would become infructuous if the earlier order mandating open court interaction is not modified. The apex court had on October 30 directed that the woman be produced before it on November 27 for an interaction in open court.

Asokan referred to the communally sensitive nature of the case and sought in-camera interaction on some grounds including that radical elements could jeopardise the safety and privacy of his daughter and the family.

The top court had on August 16 said it would speak to the woman in-camera before taking a final decision on the matter. It has later modified the order saying “We may further add that this court shall speak to her not in camera but in open court.”

The apex court had earlier observed that the free consent of a major to marriage has to be ascertained amid an assertion by National Investigation Agency (NIA) that an indoctrinated person may be incapable of giving free consent to marriage.

The NIA had referred to “psychological kidnapping” and said that an indoctrinated person may be incapable of giving free consent. It had also alleged that there was a “well-oiled machinery working in Kerala” indulging in indoctrination and radicalisation and 89 such cases have been reported.

The NIA had claimed that this was a case in which the woman was indoctrinated and hence the court could invoke parental authority even if she was a major. The counsel for her father had earlier claimed that Shafin Jahan, the alleged husband of the woman, was a radicalised man and had links with persons who used to recruit for ISIS.

The woman, a Hindu, had converted to Islam and later married Jahan. It was alleged that the woman was recruited by Islamic State’s mission in Syria and Jahan was only a stooge. Jahan had on September 20 approached the apex court seeking recall of its August 16 order directing the NIA to investigate the controversial case of conversion and marriage of a Hindu woman with him.

He had moved the top court after the Kerala High Court had annulled his marriage, saying it was an insult to the independence of women in the country.

(Agencies)

Assembly directs to arrest journalists Ravi Belagere and Anil Raju

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Belagavi: The Karnataka Legislative Assembly rejected a motion seeking reconsideration of the Speaker’s sentence to two tabloid journalists to one year in jail for breach of privilege over their alleged defamatory articles against legislators.

Ravi Belagere, editor of Hi Bangalore, and Anil Raju, Yelahanka Voice, was rejected by a voice vote and the duo have been arrested with a fine of Rs 10,000 for breach of privilege.

The breach of privilege charge was over an article published in Hi Bangalore in September 2014 about Koliwad’s alleged bid to get a ministerial berth in the Congress government in Karnataka.

A request by Congress MLA B M Nagaraj to order punitive action against Belagere for not appearing before the privileges committee despite multiple notices was upheld by Koliwad as the Speaker on June 21.

The charge against Anil Raj was brought by BJP MLA S R Vishwanath, who accused the journalist of consistently publishing defamatory articles, and continuing to do so despite appearing before the privileges committee and tendering an apology.

(Agencies)

Congress agrees to special quota for Patels, says Hardik

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Ahmedabad: Patidar leader Hardik Patel on Wednesday declared his support for the Congress in the upcoming Gujarat elections, saying the party had accepted the demand for reservation for the Patel community.

The Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) leader told reporters here that the Congress will include the extension of reservation benefit to the Patel community in its election manifesto.

The Congress, which has mounted a hectic campaign to dislodge the long-ruling BJP in the home state of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP chief Amit Shah, has been wooing Hardik, who has been spearheading the Patidar stir, for quite some time.

Elections in Gujarat will be held on December 9 and 14.

(PTI)

Blast at mosque in Nigeria ‘kills at least 50 people’

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by Al Jazeera

A blast at a mosque in Mubi, northeastern Nigeria, has killed at least 50 people, according to local media reports.

Police said a teenage bomber targeted the mosque as people arrived for morning prayers.

No group has yet claimed responsibility, but Boko Haram carries out regular attacks in the region.

“It was a devastating attack on the mosque as people gathered for prayer,” said Al Jazeera’s Ahmed Idris, reporting from Nigeria’s capital, Abuja.

“The number of wounded was so high that we will probably see more and more people succumbing to wounds.”

He added: “Mubi is not far away from … the epicentre of the Boko Haram insurgency.”

Liquor ban in Karnataka is impossible: CM Siddaramaiah

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Belagavi: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah told the Legislative Assembly that prohibiting liquor sale in the state was “impossible.”

Siddaramaiah responding to demands from BJP seeking liquor ban said it was impossible to bring a total ban on alcohol in the state.

“It is impossible for the government to ban liquor,” he said. “Liquor prohibition has not worked anywhere. Look at Gujarat, which is supposed to be a dry state. See how well the liquor ban is being implemented,” Siddaramaiah said.

Siddaramaiah directed the BJP members to convince PM Modi to bring about a national policy to prohibit liquor. “If there’s a national policy on this, Karnataka will support it,” he said.

Excise Minister R B Thimmapur said that government generates Rs 11,000 crore from liquor.

BJP leader C T Ravi demanded a ban on liquor stating it was “destroying families.”

(Agencies)

Deana Uppals Stuns audience in women empowerment movie

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by Nilofer Ansari

The launch of a hard-hitting trailer for leading actress Deana Uppal’s latest Punjabi film, Hard Kaur, has the audience asking for more. Deana, who is Miss India-UK, Big Brother Finalist – UK Big Boss and was also a contestant in Khatron ke Khaladi, will be playing a powerful role in this movie which will serve as her launch into Punjabi cinema in a major way. This beauty with brains has avowed many the world over with her innocent looks and a charming countenance and has now ventured into Punjabi movies to work her magic in the Punjabi community.

Director Ajit Rampal says “Punjab is one of the greatest states that created the most Women Warriors ever; today it is fading its vibrant grip from its courageous bygones. As our bit to better the “life of our women” we are attempting to make their bravery a regular part of our day to day life, this Punjabi film features “5 Sikhnis” from 5 Different cities of Punjab who go through agony; but come together to fight the hard-ships by uniting, titled as “HARD-KAUR”.”

Deana is playing the role of Sirat Kaur, the simple sweet shy school teacher who gets harassed by men because of her beauty. As seen in the trailer, Deanas subtle but expressive acting stands out and immediately makes the audience connect with her. Her eyes tell a story without saying a word, which only true actresses are capable of doing.

The Producers are Delhiwood. Movie is releasing on December 15th with Whitehill Productions.The main star cast is Deana Uppal, Drishtii Grewal and award-winning actress Nirmal Rishi. This venture aims to awaken the dormant “spirit” lying in our women entertainingly

Padukone family receive state police protection

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Bengaluru: Following threats and rewards to behead Actor Deepika Padukone, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah appealed to his Haryana counterpart, Manohar Lal Khattar, to take strict action against those threatening to kill Deepika.

The has upovernment has up security cover to her family in Bengaluru.

Deepika’s father Prakash Padukone, a former world number one in badminton, her mother and sister live in the city. Prakash Padukone confirmed that police personnel were posted outside his residence in the city.

Deepika plays the lead in the Bollywood movie Padmavati. Some groups are opposing the yet-to-be-released film, claiming it distorts history and shows the queen, in a poor light. A man in Uttar Pradesh has offered a Rs 5-crore reward to anyone killing Deepika and director Sanjay Leela Bhansali. A BJP leader in Rajasthan on Sunday offered to double the bounty.

(Agencies)

T10 RULES OF PLAY FIXED BY TEAM OWNERS AND DIRECTORS

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Sharjah: Rules of play for the first ever T10 Cricket League scheduled to start on December 14 at the Sharjah Stadium have been finalized during the Team Owners’ (and Directors) Meeting held recently at Capital Club, DIFC, Dubai.

Under these rules player replacement is allowable only for a player who is unavailable for the entire league due to unavoidable reasons. The replacement player can be selected from the list of unpicked players at the draft, either from the same category or from the lower category as per the original player list.

The team owners also confirmed that all matches shall be played with white Kookaburra Turf Balls following some concerns expressed over the use of a pink ball under the light and keeping in mind the bright colours of the uniforms of the six teams taking part.

The Owners also reiterated the basic rules for the games.

The duration will be a maximum of 10 overs per side with each bowler allowed to bowl no more than 2 overs in an innings. For a result, in case of interruption, a minimum of 5 overs shall be bowled for each innings. In case of rain, the outcome of the match shall be derived using the DLS method MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 shall be adopted with relevant playing conditions applicable for the T10 League and details will be forthcoming.

In case of a Tie, the result of the match shall be decided by a Super Over.

There will be 2 Points for a Win and 1 Point to each side in case of a draw with zero points for a loss.

The Owners and Directors also decided that they will soon be circulating the ICC Anti Corruption and ICC Anti Doping Codes. In addition, they intend to have education sessions on Playing Conditions, Code of Conduct, ICC Anti Corruption and ICC Anti Doping on 13th December 2017.

The fixtures for the four day-event have been drawn as given below along with the respective timings.

December 14, 2017

Opening Ceremony from 1800 hours
Bengal Tigers v Kerala Kings
Maratha Arabians v Pakhtoons

December 15, 2017

Bengal Tigers v Punjabi Legends from 1600 hours
Maratha Arabians v Team Sri Lanka from 1800 hours
Punjab Legends v Kerala Kings from 2000 hours
Pakhtoons v Team Sri Lanka from 2200 hours

December 16, 2017

Team 1 of Group A v Team 3 of Group B from 1600 hours
Team 3 of Group A v Team 1 of Group B from 1800 hours
Team 2 of Group A v Team 2 of Group B from 2000 hours
Bottom 2 Teams of both the groups combined will play off for the 5th and 6th place from 2200 hours

December 17, 2017

First Semi Finals – Team 1 overall v Team 4 overall – match starting at 1730 hours
Second Semi Finals – Team 2 overall v Team 3 overall
Finals
Followed by closing ceremony

DHONI ADVISES T10 CRICKET LEAGUE ORGANIZERS ON BALL CHANGE

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The owners and organizers of the T10 Cricket League to be held at the iconic Sharjdhoni cricketave been unanimous in picking up the tips offered by former Indian captain M.S. Dhoni on further ensuring the success of this new and exciting format.

Dhoni was on a visit to Dubai last week to inaugurate the MS DhoniCricket Academy jointly launched by Parvez Khan’s Pacific Sports Club and Aarka Sports. MS Dhoni Cricket Academy will also expand to Ajman in partnership with Ajman Cricket club and receive full support from Ajman Cricket Council. EDEN GARDENS AJMAN, the international standard cricket ground in Ajman has also been offered to MS Dhoni Cricket Academy as their home ground to play matches.

During the course of the MS Dhoni Cricket Academy at Pacific Sports Club inauguration, Dhonispent time with the Chairman of the T10 league, Shaji Ul Mulk and Board Member& co-owner of Maratha Arabians, Parvez Khan to share his views about the future of T10 and ways of improving the format.

One of the points discussed was the use of Pink Ball and the merit of using the same against the white ball. Dhoni suggested the white Kookaburra turf balls instead of the pink balls because the latter would be difficult to spot against the bright colors of the uniforms of the players and the depth and movements in the crowd. The white ball would stand out by contrast especially under the lights. This recommendation has been approved and the decision taken to stick with the white balls.

Mulk said, “We are pioneers blazing a new trail and we will take on board expert advice from an experienced legend like Dhoni if it means it makes for a better tournament. Our aim is to ensure T10 is a fixture on the global itinerary for cricket. As I have said, the ninety minute game brings it on par with all other top sports like soccer and hockey.”

In case of rain, the minimum number of overs to be bowled by both teams is 5 overs for a result. The Duckworth Lewis Method will be employed in deciding the score to be chased.

Sharjah, which holds the Guinness Book of Records for staging the maximum number of one dayers globally now becomes the host for the first time ever staging of this new limited over game. With big name players from around the world having been drafted into the six teams, the cricketing world is watching very closely to see if this is the way the game is going.

The fixtures for the four day-event have been drawn as given below along with the respective timings.
December 14, 2017

Opening Ceremony from 1800 hours
Bengal Tigers v Kerala Kings
Maratha Arabians v Pakhtoons

December 15, 2017

Bengal Tigers v Punjabi Legends from 1600 hours
Maratha Arabians v Team Sri Lanka from 1800 hours
Punjab Legends v Kerala Kings from 2000 hours
Pakhtoons v Team Sri Lanka from 2200 hours

December 16, 2017

Team 1 of Group A v Team 3 of Group B from 1600 hours
Team 3 of Group A v Team 1 of Group B from 1800 hours
Team 2 of Group A v Team 2 of Group B from 2000 hours
Bottom 2 Teams of both the groups combined will play off for the 5th and 6th place from 2200 hours

December 17, 2017

First Semi Finals – Team 1 overall v Team 4 overall – match starting at 1730 hours
Second Semi Finals – Team 2 overall v Team 3 overall
Finals
Followed by closing ceremony

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