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Another season, another heartbreak: Why Punjab Kings faltered in final after an incredible IPL campaign

IPL 2025 could have been perfect redemption story for franchise. But chance is now gone. What will define PBKS going forward is resilience. Captain Iyer is hopeful. 'We have to receive trophy next year'.

Siddaramaiah orders probe after 11 killed in stampede at RCB victory celebrations in Bengaluru

Neither KSCA nor Karnataka govt ‘expected’ supporters to show up in such large numbers for RCB’s victory celebrations at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, CM Siddaramaiah tells media.

18 years, 3 final losses, one dream: The epic IPL journey of 2025 champions RCB & its loyal fans

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made history on 3 June, 2025, but success came at the end of a long, dark tunnel. They reached finals thrice—in 2009, 2011 & 2016—only to face defeat each time.

RCB victory parade: Bengaluru turns red as fans pour into streets to welcome 1st time IPL champions

The much-anticipated open-top bus parade from Vidhana Soudha to the stadium will also start at 5 PM following the team's reception by the CM at the Bengaluru airport.

Kohli’s emotional celebration to ‘Diwali’ in Bengaluru—RCB’s maiden IPL win breaks the internet

Social media platforms are overflowing with tributes to the ‘King Kohli’ & the squad. Even former team owner Vijay Mallya congratulated RCB.

Kohli’s dogged batting, Patidar’s captaincy & the season that ended RCB’s 18-yr wait for an IPL win

Punjab Kings, meanwhile, enjoyed a stellar campaign but couldn’t get over the line against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

After 18-yr wait, RCB clinch 1st-ever IPL title as Punjab Kings fall short in final

Ahmedabad (Gujarat): Finally, after 18 years, it is party time for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as a brilliant spell from Krunal Pandya and solid...

Even-stevens between RCB & Punjab Kings over the years. It’s down to a battle of nerves at IPL finale

They have played 36 matches against each other in IPL history, winning 18 each. Spectators can expect a pulsating contest between Kohli & Jamieson, and Iyer & Hazlewood.

Kannada debate reaches IPL doorstep before mega final—‘today in RCB, tomorrow JCB’

He says when cricketers play Ranji Trophy, they represent their states, but in IPL ‘players are openly auctioned off for money. Is there feeling of state or nationalism in that?’

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Nepal’s political parties are back to square one. Impact of Gen Z protests fading

For a stable Nepal, the way forward lies in strengthening democratic institutions, ensuring political stability through inclusive dialogue, and upholding the rule of law.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Oreshnik, ATACMS & Storm Shadow: All about the missiles Russia and Ukraine are firing

Both the Russian and Ukrainian militaries are leaning on drones, but they’re also firing cruise and ballistic missiles, some of them relatively new and experimental.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.