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18-month-old elephant calf Maya airlifted from Kerala to Anant Ambani’s Vantara for intensive care
Maya, an 18-month-old elephant calf from Kerala, has been airlifted to receive specialized medical attention. She suffered a fall in July that left her with multiple fractures and unable to stand. Despite extensive treatment, her health declined until late October, when a potential disorder was discovered. Vantara is stepping in to offer innovative care, believing in the importance of every life.
WPL 2027 schedule announced, check full fixtures, venues, dates and match timings here
The Women’s Premier League fifth edition will commence on January 14 with RCB facing MI. The tournament will run until February 7, 2027, across two venues. The Vadodara leg will start the tournament and host matches until January 24. The remaining matches will occur at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai starting January 26. The playoffs, concluding with the final, will decide the champion on February 7, 2027.
Japan eyes Indian live firing ranges for missile and drone training as defence cooperation deepens
Japan is collaborating with India to enhance defense capabilities, particularly in anti-ship missile training and drone operations. Japanese Self-Defense Forces have dispatched officials to inspect India's test facilities and live firing ranges. Past military cooperation has included similar training support extended by India to other friendly nations like Singapore. The focus on joint exercises comes amid increasing military tensions in the region, especially concerning China.
WPL 2027 Auction Team-Wise Players List: Check full squads of RCB, MI, DC, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz
The Women’s Premier League 2027 auction took place in Kochi, where five franchises finalised their squads. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, and UP Warriorz participated in the auction. A total of 146 players were shortlisted, including 119 Indian and 27 overseas players. Each franchise aimed to strengthen their teams ahead of the tournament scheduled for January 2027.
RCB completes squad with four additions at WPL 2027 auction
Royal Challengers Bengaluru has enhanced its roster by signing four new players during the WPL Auction 2027. Among the new additions are Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen and South African all-rounder Chloe Tryon. The squad also includes Indian batters Tejal Hasabnis and Vrinda Dinesh, adding to their local talent. Head Coach Malolan Rangarajan emphasized the importance of incorporating experienced players and maintaining a competitive edge.
UP Warriorz buy Sophie Molineux for Rs 1.1 crore, Delhi Capitals sign Kiran Navgire at WPL 2027 auction
UP Warriorz acquired Australia captain Sophie Molineux and all-rounder Sneh Rana during the mini-auction held in Kochi. Delhi Capitals signed Kiran Navgire while adding several young talents to their roster as well. Gujarat Giants acquired G Kamalini and Orla Prendergast to enhance their squad for upcoming matches. Royal Challengers Bengaluru brought Jess Jonassen on board despite her ongoing recovery from injury.
WPL 2027 auction: Mumbai Indians sign Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar and Bharti Rawal for Rs 10 lakh each
Mumbai Indians acquired players Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar, and Bharti Rawal for Rs 10 lakh each. Kasat recently demonstrated her skills by scoring 66 runs in a crucial match for Vidarbha. Inamdar contributed a quick 17 runs in the same match they played against Punjab. UP Warriorz also made notable signings, bringing back Sophie Molineux and Grace Harris.
WPL 2027 Auction: G Kamalini goes to Gujarat Giants for Rs 40 lakh, Kiran Navgire joins Delhi Capitals for Rs 75 lakh
Kochi hosted the Women's Premier League 2027 mini-auction on October 28, where G Kamalini was acquired by Gujarat Giants. Kiran Navgire transitioned from UP Warriorz to Delhi Capitals after intense bidding. Several players, including Raghvi Bist and Ayushi Soni, went unsold during the auction process. Teams are focusing on enhancing their line-ups with 27 available slots.
WPL 2027 auction: UP Warriorz pick Sushma Verma for Rs 30 lakh as Uma Chetry, Taniya Bhatia go unsold
Sushma Verma was acquired by UP Warriorz for Rs 30 lakh during the Women's Premier League 2027 mini-auction. Several wicketkeepers and overseas fast bowlers, including Uma Chetry and Taniya Bhatia, went unsold. The auction had 146 players with 27 available slots across five teams. Many players previously associated with franchises failed to attract bids during this round. The franchises aimed to strengthen their rosters ahead of the upcoming season.
WPL 2027 auction: Who has the biggest purse? Team-wise slots, budgets and base prices
The Women's Premier League 2027 auction is scheduled for October 28 in Kochi with 146 cricketers available. Teams will compete to fill 27 squad vacancies as they prepare for the upcoming season. The player pool includes 119 Indian players and 27 international players from various nations. Franchise budgets vary significantly, impacting recruitment strategies and decisions.
UP Warriorz WPL Auction 2027 Players List: Deepti Sharma to Meg Lanning, check base price, auction price and full squad
WPL 2027 Auction UPW Players List: Check the complete squad, players bought, auction prices, base prices and remaining purse. UP Warriorz heads into the WPL 2027 auction with the largest remaining purse to rebuild its squad. They have Rs 3.75 crore available and eight slots to fill, including three overseas positions. The franchise retained key players like Deepti Sharma, Meg Lanning, and Sophie Ecclestone for their core team. The upcoming auction provides an opportunity to strengthen their batting and bowling options.
WPL 2027 Auction Live Streaming: When and where to watch Women's Premier League in India, time, venue and top players to watch out for
Mark your calendars! The Women's Premier League auction takes place today at the Grand Hyatt Kochi, Kerala, starting at 5:30 PM IST. Fans can follow the live action on the JioHotstar app or watch through the Sony Sports Network. A total of 146 players are in the race for only 27 slots across five franchises. The exhilarating season is set to launch on January 14, concluding on February 7.
WPL auction 2027 today: What’s on each team’s shopping list, purse and slots remaining
The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction is scheduled to take place in Kochi on October 28, with five franchises vying to fill 27 vacant squad positions ahead of the new season. UP Warriorz enter the auction with the largest remaining purse of Rs 3.75 crore, while Mumbai Indians face tighter budget constraints. The franchises will look to strengthen their squads through strategic acquisitions, balancing player requirements against their remaining budgets.
UP Warriorz hold nearly half the money: Can they rebuild?
UP Warriorz is preparing for the upcoming auction with the largest purse available this time around. They have retained key players like Deepti Sharma, Meg Lanning, and Phoebe Litchfield. The team has released several big names in hopes of rebuilding their squad for better performance. Management faces the challenge of filling vital roles while ensuring a balanced roster.
WPL 2027 auction: When and where to watch Women Primer Leage auction? check date, time, live streaming details, venue and key players
WPL 2027 Auction Date, Time, Venue: WPL 2027 auction will see five franchises compete for players ahead of the new season. Here is everything to know about the auction date, time, venue, live streaming, telecast, team-wise purse, retained and released players, rules and key names to watch.
WPL auction: Check date, time, full list of players going under the hammer and other details
The TATA Women’s Premier League 2027 auction will take place in Kochi, Kerala. A total of 146 players are available for the five franchises to choose from. Of these, 119 are Indian players, while 27 players are overseas cricketers. The auction will begin at 5:30 PM, allowing teams to strengthen their squads with strategic choices.
75 kg rice, 10 kg atta, 10 litre cooking oil...for each family: Rashmika Mandanna to give 400 families 3 months of grocery. Who will get?
Rashmika Mandanna has launched Project Annapurna to provide three months of grocery supplies to 400 families across eight locations in South India. The initiative aims to help households save on essential expenses and plan for their future. What the grocery kits will include, which locations will be covered and why the actor decided to make her charitable work public?
Festive cheer shifts beyond metros as consumer brands bet big on small-town India
Consumer brands are turning to tier-2 and smaller cities for festive-season growth as urban consumption weakens. Titan, Nykaa, Biba, Fabindia and Forest Essentials are expanding their reach through sharper marketing, distribution and delivery, while Amazon has widened instant delivery to more cities, seeking to tap rising demand beyond metros.
Manu Francis and Kurisinkal Noble clinch men's skiff silver medal in Asian Games Sailing
Manu Francis and Kurisinkal Noble secured a silver medal in the men's skiff sailing event. They finished the competition with a total of 23 points after nine races. China emerged as the gold medalist with 16 points, while Hong Kong secured bronze with 24 points. In the women's skiff competition, the Indian duo of Harshita Tomar and Shital Verma placed fourth with 26 points.
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