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Hans India
8 hours ago
- General
- Hans India
No one has right to take life: Dhirendra Shastri opposes animal sacrifice on Eid al-Adha
Chhatarpur: Bageshwar Dham's chief priest, Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, has voiced strong opposition to the practice of animal sacrifice, particularly during the Islamic festival of Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, and remarked that no one has the right to take life. Shastri, known for his influential spiritual presence, emphasised the need to embrace non-violence in modern society and urged all communities to move beyond rituals involving harm to living beings. Interacting with the media in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur, Shastri, talking about goat sacrifice on Bakrid, said, "Violence against living beings is not acceptable in any community, culture, or religion. If we cannot save a life, then no one has the right to take it." He acknowledged that animal sacrifice was historically present in various traditions, including Sanatan Dharma, but firmly stated that such practices are outdated in the current era. He explained that the modern age offers more compassionate and humane alternatives to religious expression. "We are not in favour of any form of sacrifice. Therefore, we are not in favour of Bakrid either. Times have changed. Now we have treatments, prayers, and other means of support. We are all civilised and educated people. Hence, we believe violence against any living being must be stopped," Shastri said. Citing the core Hindu philosophy of non-violence, Shastri added, "We must walk the path of 'Ahinsa Parmo Dharma', non-violence is the highest duty." He concluded by appealing to followers of all faiths to reflect on the sanctity of life and adopt more peaceful, compassionate practices. "Stopping violence against living beings will benefit all religions and give rise to a new inspiration and resolve that every creature has the right to live," Shastri stated.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Happy Birthday Ravi Shastri: Wishes 'come in like a tracer bullet'
The on Monday extended warm birthday wishes to former India head coach and legendary all-rounder . Taking to X (formerly Twitter), BCCI highlighted Shastri's remarkable contributions to , both as a player and a coach. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now '230 international matches, 6938 runs & 280 wickets in international cricket, 1983 World Cup-winner Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain & Former India Head Coach @RaviShastriOfc,' BCCI posted. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Shastri's decorated career includes 3830 runs and 151 wickets in Tests, and 3108 runs with 129 wickets in ODIs. He also achieved the rare feat of batting on all five days of a Test match—one of the game's unique landmarks. As head coach, Shastri led India to historic Test series wins in Australia and played a key role in shaping a confident, aggressive team culture. 'We manifested and then we worked hard': Shashank Singh after Punjab Kings seal top-two finish Former India off-spinner also paid tribute, posting: 'Happy Birthday to the one and only @RaviShastriOfc! Whether it was your all-round brilliance on the field or your calm under pressure, you inspired an entire generation of cricketers and fans alike. Your leadership helped shape a team that played with pride, belief, and aggression—the Shastri stamp was unmistakable. Wishing you good health, happiness, and continued impact on the world of cricket.' Quiz: Several IPL franchises also joined in to celebrate Ravi Shastri's birthday, posting their wishes on social media. Teams shared highlights from his playing days and coaching career, along with warm messages recognising his influence on Indian cricket. The online space buzzed with greetings, showcasing the wide respect Shastri commands across the cricketing fraternity. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now From winning the 1983 World Cup as a player to guiding India to Test series victories in Australia as head coach, Shastri has played key roles in different phases of Indian cricket. His contributions, both on and off the field, have left a lasting impact on the team's journey.
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Star India cricketer had affair with famous tennis legend, almost got married to Bollywood star, his name is...
Image credit: Source: Instagram In these collection of pictures, we find out all about star cricketer who was know to have an affair with tennis legend and had almost got married to Bollywood star as well. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Former India cricketer Ravi Shastri is celebrating his 63rd birthday on Tuesday. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Ravi Shastri landed in Argentina to meet tennis legend Gabriela Sabatini, according to media reports. But Sabatini denied meeting Shastri when asked about the former India cricketer. Shastri had even reportedly proposed to Sabatini but he later denied it. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Ravi Shastri had almost got married to Bollywood star Amrita Singh but got married to Ritu Singh in 1990. Amrita Singh went on to marry Saif Ali Khan. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Ravi Shastri was part of 1983 World Cup winning team and also won 1985 World Championships in Australia Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Ravi Shastri has net worth of around Rs 85 crore reportedly. He is currently working as commentator with IPL 2025 broadcaster JioHotStar and Star Sports. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Ravi Shastri played in 230 international matches for India which included 80 Tests and 150 ODIs. Shastri claimed 3830 runs and claimed 151 tickets in Tests and scored 3108 and 129 wickets in ODIs. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Ravi Shastri was head coach of Team India from 2017 to 2021 season. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Ravi Shastri holds the record of smashing 6 sixes in an over against Baroda while playing for Mumbai.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- The Hindu
Narcotics worth ₹1.26 crore incinerated in Hyderabad by Excise Department
Seized narcotics and contraband worth ₹1.26 crore were destroyed on Monday (May 26) as part of a large-scale disposal operation by the Excise Department under the Hyderabad division. The haul included cannabis, hashish oil, MDMA, cocaine, and other drug-laced substances seized in 102 cases across nine excise stations. In total, 171.34 kilograms of cannabis, 21.03 kilograms of cannabis-infused chocolates, 320.6 grams of hashish oil, 51 grams of OG Kush marijuana, 17.66 grams of MDMA, 12 grams of cocaine and other contraband were incinerated. The disposal took place in the presence of enforcement officers. The procedure was carried out on the orders of Hyderabad Deputy Commissioner K.A.B. Shastri, who acted as the Disposal Officer. The exercise involved senior excise officials, including AES N. Srinivasa Rao and A. Mohan Babu, along with officers from the Ameerpet, Dhoolpet, Golconda, Jubilee Hills, Kacheguda, Malakpet, Musheerabad, Narayanguda, and Secunderabad excise stations. Officials said the drugs had been collected as evidence in cases over the past several months and were cleared for disposal following legal procedures.
Hindustan Times
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Ravi Shastri's electric welcome for new captain Shubman Gill falls flat as Ahmedabad gives MS Dhoni louder reception
Shubman Gill resumed duty as a captain of the Gujarat Titans side in the ongoing IPL 2025, a day after BCCI ended weeks of speculation to officially name him as the new captain of the Indian Test team as the selectors revealed the squad for the upcoming tour of England. Former India coach Ravi Shastri reserved an electrifying welcome for the 25-year-old, but it fell flat as Ahmedabad focused on MS Dhoni. "Firstly, many congratulations, Shubman. Captain of India at your age. Captain of the Gujarat Titans. How are you feeling?" asked Shastri at the toss for the IPL 2025 match between the Titans and Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium. But the thunderous reception barely caught the attention of the half-filled Ahmedabad venue during the afternoon game. "It feels exciting to be able to have that kind of a challenge, you know, with the red ball. I think it's going to be a really exciting series for us," said Gill, who was thrilled at Shastri's stance. Despite the home IPL captain earning a huge promotion in the Indian Team, the crowd, mostly in the CSK yellow, had their eyes on Dhoni, with the match being Chennai's final game this season. With the 43-year-old's future still uncertain, the emotional crowd cheered louder for Dhoni after he won the toss and opted to bat first. After the toss, Gill was felicitated by members of the Ahmedabad stadium. Gill will lead a new-look Indian team in the five-match Test series in England in the absence of senior stars Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravichandran Ashwin. They all retired from Test cricket after a disappointing tour of Australia. The contest is set to kickstart India's new ICC World Test Championship cycle for 2025-27 and a new era in Indian cricket. At 25, Gill has become one of the youngest players to hold the position in recent years. Though he lacks captaincy experience in the red-ball format, he has led India in a five-match T20I assignment in Zimbabwe in 2024. Gill has also been captaining the Gujarat Titans in the IPL since 2024. Speaking in a video posted on the Indian cricket team's official Instagram, Gill said about getting the captaincy, "It is definitely a bit overwhelming. As a young kid, when anyone starts playing cricket, they want to play for India, and not just play for India, but play test cricket for India for a very long time. To be able to get this opportunity is a great honour. And like you said, it is a big responsibility."
