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News18
6 hours ago
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Wriddhiman Saha All Set To Enter Coaching Arena, Likely To Become Head Coach Of...
Last Updated: Saha, 40, retired from first-class cricket in January this year at the end of Bengal's league stage campaign in the Ranji Trophy. Six months into retirement from competitive cricket, one of India's finest wicketkeepers, Wriddhiman Saha, is all set to enter the coaching arena, with the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) showing interest in hiring him as the head coach of the U-23 state team. Saha, 40, retired from first-class cricket in January this year at the end of Bengal's league stage campaign in the Ranji Trophy. It is understood that former Bengal skipper Laxmi Ratan Shukla will continue as the head coach of the senior team, while former off-spinner Saurashis Lahiri will coach the U-19 team. 'The CAB brass will be zeroing in on all the candidates for various teams by next week. Obviously, Wriddhi has been sounded out, and a final decision will be taken next week. Apart from Sourav Ganguly and Pankaj Roy, he is the biggest name from Bengal with 40 Tests," a senior CAB source told PTI on the condition of anonymity. 'His experience of playing top-level cricket for so long will only help the Gen-Next of Bengal cricket. Wriddhi already runs a chain of coaching centres, and he has been a very hands-on coach for juniors. He is passionate about coaching. Hopefully, he will be ready," the source said. While there is not much precedence in Bengal cricket about players being drafted into the coaching system immediately after retirement, Saha's case is slightly different considering his stature in state cricket. The Bengal U-23 side till last season was being coached by former India opener Pranab Roy, son of the legendary late Pankaj Roy. Many people in the Bengal circuit believe that Saha is cut out to become a good coach. His experience with the U-23 squad could prove to be handy if he joins any IPL team in the future or as a specialist coach at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Dahiya vs Sarandeep for Delhi men's Ranji coach job Delhi Ranji team's head coach job is expected to be a two-way battle between former India players Sarandeep Singh and Vijay Dahiya, both of whom have applied for the post. The Delhi & Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) is conducting interviews for support staff and selectors for various age groups (U-16, U-19, U-23) along with senior teams. Sarandeep is the current Delhi head coach, while Dahiya has handled the state team on a couple of occasions in the past. The former India stumper is an assistant coach with Lucknow Super Giants and has also coached the Uttar Pradesh Ranji team. 'There are three candidates in the running. Sarandeep, who is our current head coach, and Dahiya, who has extensive coaching experience, have both appeared for interviews. The third strong candidate is former Delhi keeper Rajiv Vinayak," a senior DDCA official privy to developments said. (With inputs from PTI) view comments First Published: July 17, 2025, 22:10 IST 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.
India.com
7 hours ago
- Sport
- India.com
Recently Announced Retirement, Indian Cricketer Set For First Coaching Assignment, Know Team & Other Detals
Former India wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha is being considered for a coaching role in the Bengal cricket structure, just six months after hanging up his boots. According to a PTI report, Saha has emerged as a strong contender to take up the position of head coach for the Bengal Under-23 team. The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) is reportedly keen on bringing the 40-year-old on board, with discussions already taking place between the two parties. A CAB official confirmed the development, saying, 'The CAB brass will be zeroing in on all the candidates for various teams by next week. Obviously, Wriddhi has been sounded out, and a final decision will be taken next week. Apart from Sourav Ganguly and Pankaj Roy, he is the biggest name from Bengal with 40 Tests.' Saha has been one of the most consistent performers for Bengal over the years and is widely respected for his knowledge of the game. If appointed, his presence could prove to be a valuable asset for the young players in the U-23 setup, who would benefit from his international experience and understanding of high-level cricket. The report also noted that Saha has already gained hands-on coaching experience by running multiple cricket centres, which further adds to his suitability for the role. Importantly, his potential appointment will not interfere with Laxmi Ratan Shukla's current role as head coach of the Bengal senior team. Shukla is set to continue in that capacity for the upcoming season. Saha had briefly parted ways with Bengal in 2022 due to differences with the state association and played the 2022–23 Ranji Trophy season for Tripura after receiving a No Objection Certificate. However, he returned to Bengal last year and retired from domestic cricket after completing the season with his home state. Last season, the Bengal U-23 side was coached by Pranab Roy, the son of cricketing great Pankaj Roy. With CAB set to finalise coaching appointments soon, Saha's name is firmly in the mix for a significant step in his post-retirement career. Playing Career In Test cricket, where he last played in December 2021, he featured in 40 matches, scoring 1,353 runs from 56 innings at an average of 29.41, including 3 centuries and 6 fifties, while effecting 92 catches and 12 stumpings. His One Day International (ODI) career, which concluded in November 2014, saw him play 9 matches, accumulating 41 runs from 5 innings at an average of 13.66, with 17 catches and 1 stumping. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), as of the 2024 season, Saha has participated in 170 matches, amassing 2,934 runs from 145 innings at an average of 24.25, highlighted by 1 century (the first in an IPL final) and 13 fifties, alongside 89 catches and 26 stumpings. He is widely recognized for his exceptional wicketkeeping prowess, characterized by his agility and reliable glovework, complementing his resilient batting in Tests and quick scoring ability in T20s.
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First Post
9 hours ago
- Sport
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Wriddhiman Saha enters coaching arena as Bengal eyes him for U-23 role
Former India wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha is set to begin his coaching journey with the Bengal U-23 team. Meanwhile, Delhi's Ranji Trophy head coach race between Sarandeep Singh, Vijay Dahiya, and Rajiv Vinayak is heating up. read more New Delhi: Six months into retirement from competitive cricket, one of India's finest wicketkeepers Wriddhiman Saha is all set to enter the coaching arena with Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) showing interest in hiring him as the head coach of U-23 state team. Saha, 40, retired from first-class cricket in January this year at the end of Bengal's league stage campaign in the Ranji Trophy. It is understood that former Bengal skipper Laxmi Ratan Shukla will continue as the head coach of the senior team while former off-spinner Saurashis Lahiri will coach the U-19 team. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'The CAB brass will be zeroing in on all the candidates for various teams by next week. Obviously, Wriddhi has been sounded out and a final decision will be taken next week. Apart from Sourav Ganguly and Pankaj Roy, he is the biggest name from Bengal with 40 Tests,' a senior CAB source told PTI on the condition of anonymity. 'His experience of playing top level cricket for so long will only help the Gen-Next of Bengal cricket. Wriddhi already runs a chain of coaching centres and he has been a very hands on coach for juniors. He is passionate about coaching. Hopefully, he will be ready,' the source said. While there is not much precedence in Bengal cricket about players being drafted into the coaching system immediately after retirement but Saha's case is slightly different considering his stature in state cricket. The Bengal U-23 side till last season was being coached by former India opener Pranab Roy, son of legendary late Pankaj Roy. Many people in Bengal circuit believe that Saha is cut out to become a good coach. His experience with U-23 squad could prove to be handy if he joins any IPL team in future or as a specialist coach at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. It's Dahiya vs Sarandeep for Delhi men's Ranji coach job Delhi Ranji team's head coach job is expected to be a two-way battle between former India players Sarandeep Singh and Vijay Dahiya, both of whom have applied for the post. The Delhi & Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) is conducting interviews for support staffs, selectors for various age group (U-16, U-19, U-23) along with senior teams. Sarandeep is the current Delhi head coach while Dahiya has handled the state team on a couple occasions in the past. The former India stumper is an assistant coach with Lucknow Super Giants and has also coached the Uttar Pradesh Ranji team. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'There are three candidates in the running. Sarandeep, who is our current head coach and Dahiya, who has extensive coaching experience have both appeared for interviews. The third strong candidate is former Delhi keeper Rajiv Vinayak,' a senior DDCA official privy to developments said.
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Business Standard
19 hours ago
- Health
- Business Standard
Why you can't stop scrolling: Zombie scrolling is hijacking your attention
You blink, and somehow it's been 45 minutes on Instagram. That's not a lack of willpower—it's 'zombie scrolling', and it's by design. In the digital age, the boundaries between work, rest, and recreation have blurred. One of the most pervasive yet overlooked consequences of this hyper-connected lifestyle is zombie scrolling: the habit of endlessly and passively consuming content on social media without intention or awareness. 'This behaviour is rewiring our brains, disrupting emotional regulation, and impairing cognitive function,' said Dr Amitabh Saha, Associate Director & Clinical Administrator, Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, Psychiatry, Max Superspeciality Hospital, Vaishali. What is zombie scrolling? Zombie scrolling isn't about checking Instagram intentionally to reply to a friend or watching a video with focus. It's the mindless, passive swiping we do out of boredom, habit, or anxiety. You're not really engaged—you're just there, thumb moving, brain checked out. As Dr Saha explained, 'It's the kind of behaviour where time slips away, you don't know why you're scrolling, and you aren't even aware of how it's affecting you.' What happens inside your brain when you scroll endlessly? That little buzz you get from a like, a reel, or a viral meme? That's dopamine at work. It feels good, so your brain keeps chasing it. 'Zombie scrolling activates the dopaminergic reward system in the brain, which is also involved in addictions,' explained Dr Saha. 'But over time, repeated stimulation dulls the system, so you need more scrolling for the same sense of reward. It becomes a loop.' Dr Praveen Gupta, Chairman, Marengo Asia International Institute of Neuro & Spine (MAIINS), Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, added that it also activates the default mode network—the brain's background activity during mind-wandering. This leads to overthinking, emotional numbness, and cognitive fog. The doctors also warned that the algorithms and the tech are designed to keep us scrolling like zombies. 'Everything from infinite scroll and autoplay to algorithmically curated feeds is meant to hook your attention and keep you there. There are no stopping cues,' said Dr Gupta. 'The platform architecture is meant to exploit your psychology, leveraging your fear of missing out (Fomo), your craving for novelty, and your desire for social validation.' This is why we often find ourselves opening Instagram without any real reason—and still being there 30 minutes later. How does zombie scrolling affect your mind and body? You may think scrolling is your 'me time', but it might be doing more harm than you realise. 'Zombie scrolling reinforces avoidance behaviours,' warned Dr Gupta. 'Instead of processing stress or emotions, people escape into the scroll and eventually lose emotional resilience.' Other effects include: Reduced focus Mental fatigue Emotional numbness Irritability Over time, zombie scrolling is linked to: Anxiety and low mood Sleep disruption Poor memory and attention span Emotional dysregulation It doesn't stop there. Physically, it can cause: Eye strain Neck and shoulder pain Sleep disturbances (especially due to late-night scrolling and blue light exposure) Reduced energy and motivation during the day What are the warning signs that you're stuck in a scroll loop? According to both doctors, here are some red flags you shouldn't ignore: Losing track of time online Instinctively opening apps with no clear purpose Feeling drained or anxious after scrolling Delaying meals, sleep, or work due to phone use Constantly checking your phone even during conversations Struggling with focus at work 'Friends and family may notice withdrawal, irritability, or you being mentally 'checked out' even when you're physically present,' said Dr Gupta. How can you break the zombie scrolling habit? The goal isn't to quit social media entirely—it's to use it intentionally, not mindlessly. Here's what can help: And most importantly: do more offline. Meet a friend, read something real, take a walk, or journal. It's not about deleting the app—it's about reclaiming your attention. 'Zombie scrolling may seem like a modern nuisance, but its long-term effects are real, especially on mental health, emotional regulation, productivity, and sleep. It can quietly erode your ability to focus, connect, and feel in control of your time,' said Dr Saha. 'You're not a zombie. You're just distracted. And you can take your mind back,' Dr Gupta reminded.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Tripura CM claims incumbent BJP-led coalition government provided nearly 20,000 regular jobs
Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha informed that the incumbent BJP-led coalition government has provided nearly 20,000 jobs in various departments in the past seven years. He claimed that about 10,000 jobs were also distributed on a contractual basis. The Chief Minister made the statement during a programme to distribute employment letters to 184 junior engineers here on Wednesday (July 16, 2025). The diploma holder junior engineers were recruited to the PWD. 'Our government has provided 19,742 regular jobs including the die-in-harness category in the last seven years. We are prioritising quality government services and employment', Dr Saha stated. He said there are various opportunities available in the state with the establishment of general, technical and forensic universities. Skill-oriented, nursing and other job-oriented courses are also available. He advised youths to take advantage of entrepreneurship engagements and not to wait only for government jobs. The central government has also been allocating scopes for job-oriented schemes in the region. Earlier on Tuesday, the state council of ministers passed a resolution to recruit 915 regular PG teachers and six medical (Dental) officers.
