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The Hindu
12 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Minister hands over ₹25 lakh compensation to custodial death victim Ajith Kumar's family
Minister for Co-operation K.R. Periyakaruppan on Friday handed over a cheque for ₹25 lakh towards compensation to the family of custodial death victim B. Ajith Kumar. Ajith Kumar, a security guard at Madapuram temple near Thirupuvanam in the Sivaganga district, was beaten to death by the police during an investigation. The case is being investigated by the CBI. Ajith Kumar's family was provided with a free house site and his brother B. Naveen Kumar was given a job as a technical assistant at Aavin in Karaikudi. In response to Naveen Kumar's request, efforts are also under way to provide him with a job at the Madurai Aavin company and a free house site patta in the Madapuram area itself, a press statement of the district administration said. The government had paid a relief amount of Rs. 7.5 lakh. However, the Madurai Bench of the High Court ordered the State government should pay another ₹25 lakh. Following this, Mr. Periyakaruppan handed over the ₹25 lakh to Ajith Kumar's family. District Collector K. Porkodi and Manmadurai MLA A. Thamilarasi were present.
News18
3 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Bengal Warriorz Eyeing Return To Playoffs In Pro Kabaddi League Season 12
Last Updated: Bengal Warriorz aim for PKL Season 12 Playoffs after four league exits. They appointed Naveen Kumar as head coach and acquired standout raider Devank Dalal. Pro Kabaddi League Season 7 champions Bengal Warriorz will aim to return to the PKL Season 12 Playoffs after four consecutive editions of league stage exits. Ahead of Season 12, the Warriorz parted ways with former head coach Prashant Surve after finishing 10th last season with just five wins in 22 matches. They appointed former India international and gold medal-winning coach Naveen Kumar, who led Telugu Titans as head coach in Season 5, as their new head coach, with Praveen Malik as assistant coach for the upcoming season. The Warriorz were busy at the PKL Season 12 Player Auction as they revamped their squad following a few underwhelming campaigns. Here's a closer look at the team's strengths and weaknesses ahead of the new PKL season. Strengths The biggest strength of the Warriorz is likely to be their raiding unit in the Pro Kabaddi Season 12. They bolstered their attack by roping in PKL Season 11's standout raider Devank Dalal for a whopping INR 2.205 crore at the Season 12 Player Auction. Iranian raider Omid Khojasteh Mohammadshah, along with Indian raiders Sushil Kambrekar, Vishwas S, Manprit, Punit Kumar, and Rachit Kumar, will be among the key options in the Warriorz' attack as they look to make their mark in the upcoming season. The Warriorz have also brought back Korean star raider Jang Kun Lee, the Scorpion Kick King, and acquired Himanshu at the auction to further bolster their raiding unit. As far as weaknesses are concerned, the inexperienced defenders could potentially hurt the Warriorz in Season 12. While the Warriorz exercised their Final Bid Match (FBM) options at the auction to retain their star defenders Nitesh Kumar and Mayur Jagannath Kadam for one season each, the PKL Season 7 winners seem to have an inexperienced defensive unit on paper. Additionally, the Warriorz are also short of all-rounders in their PKL Season 12 squad. Shivansh Thakur and the debutant Moolchandra Singh are the two all-rounders in the squad on paper for the forthcoming campaign. The Warriorz have plenty of young talents who will look to impress in the Pro Kabaddi Season 12. After a breakthrough season, Devank will aim to continue his dominance on the mat in the Pro Kabaddi. The young raider earlier took the league by storm as he accumulated 301 raid points in 25 matches in Season 11. Alongside him is Sushil Kambrekar, who showed immense potential last season but had to leave mid-season due to an injury. He'll be looking to redeem himself this time around. Threats As mentioned earlier, the lack of experienced defenders and quality all-rounders could hamper the team's chances of securing a Playoff berth in Pro Kabaddi Season 12. Considering the balance of the squad, the Warriorz could be heavily reliant on the likes of Devank, which might pose a challenge for the franchise. Moreover, if Devank becomes unavailable for any unforeseen reason, it could significantly impact the Warriorz' chances of making the playoffs in PKL Season 12. view comments Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: August 06, 2025, 18:53 IST News sports Bengal Warriorz Eyeing Return To Playoffs In Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Business Standard
4 days ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
PKL 2025: Haryana Steelers full squad, schedule and live streaming detail
Defending champions Haryana Steelers head into PKL 2025 looking to do what only one other franchise (Patna Pirates) has done — retain their Pro Kabaddi crown. Led by captain Jaideep Dahiya and defensive ace Rahul Sethpal, and with the astute Manpreet Singh at the helm, the Steelers carry forward the core of their championship-winning squad. The blockbuster signing of MVP winner Naveen Kumar (Rs 1.20 crore) injects extra firepower into their already potent attack, alongside the likes of Vinay, Shivam Anil Patare and Vishal Tate. While the departure of Iranian star all-rounder Mohammadreza Shadloui leaves a gap in the left corner, Haryana's youthful defensive line-up is eager to step up and show their mettle. Energetic, resilient and balanced, the Steelers are back as clear favourites to add a second title in 2025. PKL 2025: Haryana Steelers full squad Rahul Sethpal, Vinay, Shivam Anil Patare, Jaideep, Jaya Soorya NS, Vishal S Tate, Sahil, Manikandan N, Vikas Ramadas Jadhav, Naveen Kumar, Rahul, Ashish, Hardeep, Ghanshyam Roka Magar, Shahan Sha Mohammed, Zubair, Ritik, Sachin PKL 2025: Haryana Steelers full schedule Date Match No Team 1 Team 2 Venue August 31, 2025 6 Bengal Warriorz Haryana Steelers Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag September 03, 2025 12 Haryana Steelers U Mumba Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag September 05, 2025 16 Haryana Steelers UP Yoddhas Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag September 08, 2025 21 Haryana Steelers Bengaluru Bulls Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag September 15, 2025 33 Gujarat Giants Haryana Steelers SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 17, 2025 38 Haryana Steelers Patna Pirates SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 19, 2025 41 Puneri Paltan Haryana Steelers SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 20, 2025 44 Haryana Steelers Tamil Thalaivas SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 29, 2025 54 Dabang Delhi K.C. Haryana Steelers SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 01, 2025 57 Haryana Steelers Jaipur Pink Panthers SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 03, 2025 62 Tamil Thalaivas Haryana Steelers SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 07, 2025 70 Haryana Steelers Dabang Delhi K.C. SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 08, 2025 71 Telugu Titans Haryana Steelers SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 13, 2025 81 Patna Pirates Haryana Steelers Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi October 16, 2025 90 UP Yoddhas Haryana Steelers Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi October 19, 2025 98 U Mumba Haryana Steelers Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi October 21, 2025 102 Haryana Steelers Gujarat Giants Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi PKL 2025: Live streaming and telecast details of all Haryana Steelers matches When will PKL 2025 begin? PKL 2025 will begin on August 29 at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Vizag. When will Haryana Steelers play their first match in PKL 2025? Haryana Steelers will start their PKL 2025 campaign against Bengal Warriors on August 31 at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Vizag. How many matches will Haryana Steelers play in PKL 2025? Haryana Steelers will play a total of 18 matches in their PKL 2025 campaign during the league stages. All PKL 2025 matches of Haryana Steelers will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network in India. All PKL 2025 matches of Haryana Steelers will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website in India.
News18
31-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
PKL 12: Telugu Titans And Tamil Thalaivas Clash In Curtain-Raiser
Last Updated: Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League is set to kick off on the 29th of August in Vizag as Jaipur, Chennai and Delhi venues return to the circuit. The 12th season of the Pro Kabaddi League is set to begin on the 29th of August, 2025 as the venues in Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai and Delhi mark their return to the circuit. The upcoming campaign of PKL, which has transformed India's indigenous sport of Kabaddi and its athletes on the national and global stage, will see the 12 teams battle for ultimate glory and promises high-octane action and drama. The tournament is set to begin with a blockbuster weekend in Vizag at Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, with Telugu Titans facing Tamil Thalaivas and Bengaluru Bulls locking horns with Puneri Paltan in the second clash of the day. Hosts Telugu Titans, will be seen in action once again on the 30th of August, as they take on UP Yoddhas for the first match of the evening, before U Mumba take on the Gujarat Giants. Super Sunday will see Tamil Thalaivas and U Mumba face off, while reigning champions Haryana Steelers begin their title defence against the Bengal Warriorz, wrapping up an exciting first three days of kabaddi action. The PKL's return to Vizag is a thrilling homecoming for the coastal city after a seven-year break. This stronghold in Andhra Pradesh last experienced the excitement of PKL during Season 6 in 2018, adding to its rich history of hosting the league since Seasons 1 and 3. The action then shifts to Jaipur's Indoor Hall, SMS Stadium from Friday, September 12, featuring exhilarating matches between two-time champions Jaipur Pink Panthers and Bengaluru Bulls, followed by Tamil Thalaivas versus Bengal Warriorz. The Pink City is significant in PKL history, having hosted the historic 1000th PKL match during the landmark Season 10 in 2023-24. The third leg begins at Chennai's SDAT Multipurpose Indoor Stadium on September 29. UP Yoddhas will take on Gujarat Giants, while Dabang Delhi K.C. will face Haryana Steelers in a match where Naveen Kumar will confront his former team. The league stage of Season 12 will culminate at Delhi's Thyagaraj Sports Complex from October 13, featuring Patna Pirates battling Haryana Steelers, while U Mumba faces UP Yoddhas. The league rounds will conclude with triple headers, ensuring nonstop kabaddi action for fans leading up to the playoffs. The playoffs schedule will be announced at a later date. Anupam Goswami, Business Head – Mashal and League Commissioner said: 'Season 12 marks an exciting new chapter in the growth of the Pro Kabaddi League. With a multi-city format, we are bringing top-tier kabaddi action to fans across the country, and also deepening our connection with core geographies." 'We're particularly thrilled to return to Visakhapatnam, reinforcing our commitment to taking the league closer to its passionate fan base," he added. The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Business Standard
31-07-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
Pro Kabaddi League 2025 full schedule, venues, time, squads, live streaming
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is set for a thrilling return as the 2025 edition kicks off on August 29. The tournament will be held across four venues — Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai and Delhi. The season promises a high-adrenaline kabaddi experience for fans, with marquee players such as Aslam Inamdar, Arjun Deshwal, Pawan Sehrawat, Vijay Malik, Mohammadreza Shadloui and Naveen Kumar expected to be in action. Telugu Titans vs Tamil Thalaivas to headline opening day in Vizag The Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Visakhapatnam will host the tournament opener on Friday, August 29, featuring Telugu Titans taking on Tamil Thalaivas. In the second match of the day, Bengaluru Bulls will face off against Puneri Paltan. The weekend continues with a packed schedule—on Saturday, the Titans meet UP Yoddhas, followed by U Mumba squaring off against Gujarat Giants. PKL returns to Vizag after seven years PKL 2025 marks a homecoming for Visakhapatnam, which returns to the PKL calendar after a seven-year gap. The city last hosted matches during Season 6 in 2018, and was also a venue in the league's inaugural and third seasons. The revival of Vizag as a venue underscores PKL's continued focus on tapping into strong regional fan bases. Jaipur to host landmark clashes from September 12 The second leg of the league will be held in Jaipur starting September 12. SMS Stadium's Indoor Hall will witness marquee encounters, including two-time champions Jaipur Pink Panthers taking on Bengaluru Bulls, followed by Tamil Thalaivas facing the Bengal Warriorz. Jaipur, a city steeped in PKL history, was also the venue for the league's 1000th match in Season 10 (2023–24). Chennai leg begins September 29 The action will then shift southward to Chennai, where SDAT Multipurpose Indoor Stadium will host matches from September 29. Fans can look forward to the UP Yoddhas clashing with Gujarat Giants, while Naveen Kumar's Dabang Delhi K.C. will go up against his former team, Haryana Steelers. Delhi to host season's final leg from October 13 The league stage will conclude at the Thyagaraj Sports Complex in Delhi, starting October 13. Among the highlights are Patna Pirates taking on Haryana Steelers and U Mumba playing against UP Yoddhas. The final phase of the league will also feature triple-headers to ensure uninterrupted kabaddi action in the lead-up to the playoffs, the schedule for which will be announced later. Here are the full squad for all the 12 Kabaddi team: Bengal Warriorz Vishwas S, Yash Malik, Manjeet, Deep Kumar, Sushil Kambrekar, Devank Dalal, Nitesh Kumar, Ashish, Parteek, Omid Khojasteh Mohammadshah, Jang Kun Lee, Mayur Kadam, Himanshu, Shivansh Thakur, Harander, Ankit, Sandeep, Moolchandra Singh Bengaluru Bulls Chandranaik M, Lucky Kumar, Manjeet, Pankaj, Ankush Rathee, Yogesh Bijender Dahiya, Sanjay Krishan Dhull, Dheeraj, Alireza Mirzaeian, Manish, Ahmadreza Asgari, Satyappa Matti, Akash Santosh Shinde, Mahipal, Sachin, Shubham Bitake, Amit Singh Thakur, Shubham Rahate, Sahil Suhas Rane Dabang Delhi KC Sandeep, Mohit, Fazel Atrachali, Ashu Malik, Amir Hossein Bastami, Surjeet Singh, Saurabh Nandal, Ashish Kumar Sangwan, Naveen, Gaurav Chhillar, Akshit, Neeraj Narwal, Ajinkya Ashok Pawar, Arkam Shaikh, Amit, Vijay, Anil Gurjar Gujarat Giants Himanshu Singh, Himanshu, Parteek Dahiya, Rakesh, Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh, Shubham Kumar, Lucky Sharma, Nitin Panwar, Milad Jabbari, Rohit Kumar, Ajith V Kumar, Visvanth V, Amit, Sumit, Himanshu Yadav, Ankit, K Harish Haryana Steelers Rahul Sethpal, Vinay, Shivam Anil Patare, Jaideep, Jaya Soorya NS, Vishal S Tate, Sahil, Manikandan N, Vikas Ramadas Jadhav, Naveen Kumar, Rahul, Ashish, Hardeep, Ghanshyam Roka Magar, Shahan Sha Mohammed, Zubair, Ritik, Sachin Jaipur Pink Panthers Reza Mirbagheri, Abhishek KS, Ronak Singh, Nitin Kumar, Sombir, Ritik Sharma, Nitin Kumar Dhankhar, Manjeet Dahiya, Nitin Rawal, Ali Samadi Choubtarash, Aashish Kumar, Meetu, Vinay, Mohit, Uday Parte Patna Pirates Hamid Mirzaei Nader, Thiyagarajan Yuvaraj, Sudhakar M, Ayan, Navdeep, Deepak, Sahil Patil, Deepak Rajender Singh, Ankit Jaglan, Sanket Suresh Sawant, Maninder Singh, Amin Ghorbani, Balasaheb Shahaji Jadhav, Sombir, Mandeep Puneri Paltan Abinesh Nadarajan, Gaurav Khatri, Pankaj Mohite, Aslam Mustafa Inamdar, Mohit Goyat, Dadaso Shivaji Pujari, Aditya Tushar Shinde, Sachin Tanwar, Gurdeep, Mohd. Amaan, Milad Mohajer, Mohammad Esmaeil Nabibakhsh, Stuwart Singh, Vishal Bhardwaj, Rohan Ashok Tupare Tamil Thalaivas Moein Shafaghi, Himanshu, Sagar, Nitesh Kumar, Narender, Ronak, Vishal Chahal, Aashish, Anuj Kaluram Gawade, Dhiraj Ravindra Bailmare, Pawan Sehrawat, Arjun Deshwal, Alireza Khalili, Mohit, Suresh Jadhav Telugu Titans Shankar Bhimraj Gadai, Ajit Pandurang Pawar, Ankit, Praful Sudam Zaware, Sagar, Chetan Sahu, Nitin, Rohit, Bharat Hooda, Vijay Malik, Shubham Shinde, Amir Hossein Ejlali, Ganesh Parki, Ashish Narwal, Manjeet, Jai Bhagwan, Aman, Rahul Dagar U Mumba Sunil Kumar, Rohit, Amir Mohammad Zafardanesh, Satish Kannan, Mukilan Shanmugam, Ajit Chouhan, Deepak Kundu, Lokesh Ghosliya, Sunny, Rinku Sharma, Parvesh Bhainswal, Ravi, Mohammad Ghorbani, Sandeep Kumar, Aanil Mohan, Amarjeet UP Yoddhas Sumit, Bhavani Rajput, Sahul Kumar, Surender Gill, Ashu Singh, Hitesh, Gagana Gowda HR, Shivam Chaudhary, Jayesh Vikas Mahajan, Gangaram, Sachin, Keshav Kumar, Mahender Singh, Guman Singh, Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi, Dong Geon Lee, Pranay Vinay Rane, Ronak PKL 2025 start date, live match timings, Pro Kabaddi League live streaming and telecast When will the Pro Kabaddi League 2025 begins? PKL 2025 will begin on August 29 in Vizag. What are the live Kabaddi match timings in Pro Kabaddi League 2025? All match days in the league stage - hosted by Vizag, Jaipur and Chennai - will be double-headers, with the first match starting at 8:00 PM and the second at 9:00 PM IST. Meanwhile, during the Delhi leg, three matches will be played in a day Which TV channels will live telecast Kabaddi matches during PKL 2025? Star Sports will live telecast Kabaddi matches during Pro Kabaddi League 2025. How to watch the live streaming of PKL 2025 matches? Fans can watch the live streaming of Pro Kabaddi League 2025 matches on JioHotstar.
