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CSK's star player, MS Dhoni, will once again be in the spotlight as he continues his long-standing association with the team since the IPL's inception in 2008. In contrast, Mumbai Indians will miss the services of their star pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, who is still recovering from a back injury. His absence is a significant blow to MI, especially in the death overs, leaving the team to experiment with alternative options and strategies. ALSO READ: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians predicted playing XIs, head to head record Additionally, MI will be without their regular captain, Hardik Pandya, who is serving a one-match ban due to a slow over-rate in last season's final match. Suryakumar Yadav, the India T20I captain, will lead MI in this opener. For CSK, the selection dilemma lies in choosing an opening partner for Ruturaj Gaikwad, with either Rachin Ravindra or Devon Conway likely to fill the spot. The middle order will include Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Hooda, Vijay Shankar, followed by Dhoni and Jadeja. CSK’s recent good record against Mumbai, including four wins in the last five encounters, will boost their confidence.

Sunil Gavaskar brushed off speculations regarding Indian legend MS Dhoni's retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), and said every time people raise this question, the former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain proves them wrong. Lauding Dhoni, he said age is just a number for him, and he still has the ability to hit the ball into the stands «Why should we even ask that question? Why put pressure on him? Every time people question MS Dhoni, he proves them wrong. Don't doubt his ability. Even at this age, he's hitting sixes not just past the boundary but into the stands during practice. Age is just a number when it comes to Dhoni,» Gavaskar, who is a Jio Star expert said on Jio Hotstar. The former India captain also spoke about the attacking mindset displayed by batters in the IPL he said they understand how to catch the powerplay when only two fielders are allowed outside the 30-yard circle. He also talked about batters' mindstep of scoring 10-12 runs per over which gives their team a strong platform for 180-200 runs. «Batters are getting more adventurous and aggressive. They understand that the powerplay--where only two fielders are outside the inner circle--must be capitalized on. You have to aim for 10-12 runs per over and reach around 60-75 runs in the first six overs, even if you lose just one wicket. That creates a strong platform to push towards 180-200 runs.» he added.

Chennai Super Kings: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (WK), Sam Curran, R Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha PathiranaMumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Raj Angad Bawa, Deepak Chahar, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Arjun Tendulkar Stay updated on all the actions from the IPL 2025. Check the IPL 2025 Schedule, track the latest IPL 2025 Points Table, and follow the top performers with the Orange Cap and Purple Cap.Mumbai Indians enjoy a 20-17 head-to-head record against CSK in IPL.

Chennai Super Kings will lean on their formidable spin strength under favourable conditions at the Chepauk as well as recent record against Mumbai Indians when the two sides face each other in their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign opener here on Sunday. Five-time winners CSK augmented their spin attack in the IPL mega auction last year by including Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad Shreyas Gopal and Deepak Hooda, with India veteran Ravindra Jadeja also in the mix. CSK's pre-season moves indicate how the spin-friendly conditions at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here could be a major factor in their game plan. Starting their season against an equally formidable opponent in Mumbai Indians, this strategy could well deliver the goods right from the beginning. For CSK, MS Dhoni will be the cynosure of all eyes once again, having remained with the team since the inception of the IPL in 2008. On the other hand, the absence of India bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah could be acutely felt in the MI ranks as the right-arm pacer remains on a comeback trail from a back-related issue which has kept him sidelined so far this year. Bumrah is expected to miss the initial stages of this IPL and his absence will leave MI without their lethal weapon in the death overs, presenting the management with a headache to work with other options and strategies.

electronics and automobile sectors, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said. Addressing an event organised by Chennai Citizens' forum on Saturday evening, Sitharaman dismissed charges of the state government that the Centre has neglected Tamil Nadu in terms of funding. She said major 'big ticket' projects have been announced and are progressing at various stages of implementation across the State. «Tamil Nadu has been the largest beneficiary under the PLI- scheme in electronics, electronic parts and automobiles. Out of the 27 companies that have received approval from the Centre, 7 are based out of Tamil Nadu,» the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs noted. Sitharaman highlighted that 25 per cent of the companies availing benefits from the PLI scheme are from the state, she said drawing applause from the audience at the M O P Vaishnav College in the city. Without naming the government or any individual, she rejected claims that the state received minimal revenue from central taxes. «These people arrive at a calculation that the Centre was giving a minimal amount of revenue from the central taxes. I really do not know how they pose such an argument. All I have to say is that the State has been a beneficiary in various central schemes and sector specific initiatives in the last 10 years.» She also pointed out that Tamil Nadu hosts one of the country's two major electronic parts manufacturing clusters, alongside Gujarat. An allocation of Rs 1,100 crore has been made for setting up the cluster in Tamil Nadu.

delimitation of parliamentary seats, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday convened the first Joint Action Committee (JAC) meeting of several states to rally support for opposing the plan. The meeting, held in Chennai, marked the beginning of a coordinated effort to safeguard India’s federal structure, which, according to Stalin, is under threat. Describing the gathering as a «historic day» for India's federal system, Stalin emphasized that the struggle would likely extend to the legal realm. He stated, «Today will be etched in history as the day when states that have contributed to our nation's development came together to safeguard its federal structure by ensuring #FairDelimitation.» The event saw a notable presence of political leaders and chief ministers from Kerala, Telangana, Punjab, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, all of whom voiced concerns about the Centre’s proposal. Stalin introduced the meeting with a call for unity, urging the states to fight for a «fair» and equitable delimitation process that wouldn’t undermine their representation. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy echoed these sentiments, arguing that if the proposed delimitation, which is based on population numbers, were implemented, it would marginalize southern states. «If this happens, the north will make us secondary citizens,» Reddy said.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, while leading the Joint Action Committee meeting, called on all the opposition parties to be united in the protest against the delimitation exercise, which he claimed will weaken the political might of the southern states. During the first meeting called in Chennai on Saturday, Stalin also proposed to form a legal expert committee on the delimitation issue, while stressing the need for a «fair delimitation». The meeting was attended by various political leaders, including Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Odisha Congress President Bhakta Charan Das, and Biju Janata Dal leader Sanjay Kumar Das Burma, among others Urging leaders to take the issue of delimitation to a legal platform, Stalin said, «I appeal to you all to give inputs to take this political thing in a legal way. I propose to form a legal expert committee on this constituency delimitation issue. If we all unitedly protest, only can get us victory.» He added, «Let's unitedly protest and make sure our representation should not get decreased in any situation. Let us all be united and protest till we get fair delimitation.»

Policybazaar. The private sector insurer said in a report that the share of insurance policies for EV cars, which stood at a mere 0.50 per cent in FY23, has expanded to 14 per cent in March 2025, standing at 8.2 per cent Observing the evolving trends, Amit Chhabra, CBO of General Insurance at Policybazaar said, «The accelerating adoption of EV insurance signals India's shift toward sustainable mobility. With EV insurance share growing nearly 16-fold in just three years, consumers are not only adopting electric vehicles but also recognizing the need for tailored protection.»

Brigade Group for residential and commercial projects in Hyderabad and Chennai. L&T’s Buildings & Factories (B&F) vertical won the orders, which the company classifies as “large” with a value ranging between Rs 2,500 crore and Rs 5,000 crore. The order marks the largest residential project received by L&T from a private customer, the company said in a stock exchange filing on Friday.

Rupee billionaire MLAs. Cynics would explain this as an appalling display of power distance in a money-obsessed public life, but the South’s overwhelming representation in the HNI lawmakers’ club is as much a symbol of peninsular India’s broader prosperity as is the glaring regional disparity in staples-loaded retail inflation. In economic terms, the two pieces of data indicate the South’s burgeoning wealth effect – across the spectrum. India’s consumer inflation gauge, with a disproportionate rural weighting of basic food items and a still substantial urban weighting, has fallen below the 4% legal mandate in February to a seven-month low. However, a region-based analysis of inflation data indicates the South has averaged higher on the metric, presumably driven by demand, as those migrating from the less prosperous northern, eastern and central states seek toeholds in bustling economic hubs such as Coimbatore, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and Cochin. “The region-wise index share CAGR growth during FY12 to FY25 (until Feb 2025) indicates that the southern region has the highest CAGR inflation of 6% in overall inflation,” SBI Research said in a study that analysed inflation across states and federally administered areas over the past 14 years. Curiously, inflation in the South trended above the national average over the period in both rural and urban areas, indicating prosperity across the geographic spectrum – and possibly the impact of labour migration from the less economically advantaged states into even remote villages in the South – particularly the remittance-heavy Kerala.

Puravankara Ltd, bought Rs 242.1 crore worth of commercial properties totalling more than 104,000 sq ft carpet area in Mumbai’s western suburb Andheri from Rockfort Estate Developers, an HLV Group promoter company. The transaction, concluded on Wednesday, includes a dozen commercial units on the 7th, 8th, and 9th floors of commercial complex Business Park 2 in Marol locality of the suburb. The company had to pay a stamp duty of around Rs 14.5 crore to register the deal. The acquisition provides Puravankara with exclusive access to over 135 car parking slots in the commercial complex, showed documents accessed through data analytics platform CRE Matrix.

This year, 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, will already become the youngest player ever to feature in the cash-rich tournament. Here are the five youngest players participating in the IPL 2025.

Modern wicketkeepers are expected to be all-round performers, delivering match-winning knocks, guiding bowlers, and often leading teams. In IPL 2025, several franchises are banking on their wicketkeepers to shape their campaign. Here’s a look at the key wicketkeepers for each team this season. 1. Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants — LSG) Rishabh Pant, now leading Lucknow Super Giants, is under pressure to justify his INR 27 crore deal. Despite missing out on the Champions Trophy 2025, Pant’s aggressive batting and leadership skills will be crucial for LSG. His ability to perform in high-pressure situations will be closely watched this season. 2. MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings — CSK) Though no longer captain, MS Dhoni remains a key figure for Chennai Super Kings. Under Ruturaj Gaikwad’s leadership, Dhoni’s experience and game awareness will be invaluable. His ability to finish games and guide younger players could be crucial for CSK’s title ambitions.

In IPL 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) lifted their third title with a dominant bowling attack, where five bowlers claimed 17 or more wickets. As teams prepare for the challenge, the competition for the Purple Cap—awarded to the tournament’s highest wicket-taker—is expected to be fierce. The accolade is more than just a statistic; it highlights the impact bowlers have in their team’s journey toward the playoffs and beyond. With a mix of experienced pacers and rising stars, IPL 2025 will see another competitive race for the Purple Cap. Here are the top 10 contenders for the IPL 2025 Purple Cap

Upcoming cars in India)Maruti Suzuki offers the Baleno while facing competition from Hyundai's i20 and the i20 N Line. Tata Motors presents the Altroz and its sportier variant the Altroz Racer.

The Titans begin their season on March 25 against Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. With a strong squad and meticulous planning, the franchise is focused on delivering both on-field success and an unmatched fan experience throughout the season. Gujarat Titans entered the IPL as one of two new teams ahead of the 2022 season. Before the auction, they secured Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, and Shubman Gill, with Pandya appointed as captain. Ashish Nehra took charge as head coach, while Gary Kirsten joined as mentor and batting coach, and Vikram Solanki became the director of cricket. The Titans made an immediate impact, clinching the title in their debut season. They reinforced their credentials in 2023 by reaching the final, only to lose to Chennai Super Kings in a dramatic last-ball finish. Despite a somewhat uncertain auction, where their key signings included Hardik Pandya (who captained the side), David Miller, Rashid Khan, and Mohammad Shami, Gujarat Titans defied expectations. Under Hardik’s leadership, the relatively inexperienced squad transformed into a formidable unit, emerging as a dominant force in their first two seasons.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Bengaluru: US-based Prologis Inc., the world’s largest owner of warehouses, plans to invest around $500 million in India by 2026 to build a large portfolio of warehousing parks in the country. The company could double its investment in India in the 5-7 years following the initial $500 million outlay, chief investment officer Joseph Ghazal said in an interview.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) head into the 18th edition of the IPL still in pursuit of their first-ever title. In the previous season, they made an incredible late surge, winning six straight matches to secure a playoff spot, narrowly surpassing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on net run rate. Their journey, however, came to an end in the Eliminator against Rajasthan Royals (RR). With Rajat Patidar stepping up as captain and a number of key signings strengthening the team, RCB is optimistic that this could be the year they finally clinch the title. A major shift for RCB this season is the appointment of Rajat Patidar as captain. Moving away from their usual reliance on international stars for leadership, the franchise has placed its trust in a rising Indian talent. In addition, RCB has prioritized squad balance over chasing big-name players. Their bowling department, once a weak spot, has been significantly strengthened with the signings of Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar for a total of INR 23.25 crore.

Ford is understood to have finalised plans to use its mothballed factory near Chennai to manufacture and export engines and related components, people aware of the development told ET. Details of the plan will be announced in the second quarter of this year, they said. Vehicle manufacturing is not part of the India strategy. “Ford is going to be making engines at the Chennai plant,” one of the people said. “It (the facility) will be repurposed for export-focused production. This decision is part of Ford's broader global strategy.”

Viduthalai, helmed by acclaimed director Vetrimaaran, is set to stream on ZEE5 in Hindi starting March 28. This political crime thriller, which has already garnered significant buzz, features a stellar ensemble cast, including Vijay Sethupathi as the mysterious revolutionary Perumal, alongside Soori, Manju Warrier, Kishore, and Rajiv Menon. Following the critical acclaim of Viduthalai: Part 1, released in March 2023, the sequel promises to escalate the stakes with its gripping narrative.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Where is a Toyota Camry or iPhone made? There is a label that identifies the country in which the final product assembly takes place, but it says nothing about where the product is actually ‘made.’ It is unable to do so because for goods that have inputs (material or intellectual) that are traded across international borders, the answer is never a single country.