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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'No matter what, I wanted runs in England': Dhruv Jurel discloses Yashasvi Jaiswal's stubborn side; watch video
India's Yashasvi Jaiswal (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) After India's record-breaking Day 1 at Headingley, the BCCI gave fans an inside look at the dressing room mindset with a candid chat between centurion Yashasvi Jaiswal and wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel. — BCCI (@BCCI) In the video, Dhruv warmly congratulates Jaiswal for scoring yet another hundred on foreign soil — this time in England, where so many visiting batters struggle. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Dhruv says, 'You played your first Test in the West Indies — scored a hundred. First Test in Australia — a hundred. Now first Test in England — a hundred, where batting is the toughest. What's your mindset?' Smiling, Jaiswal shares that for him, it's all about his will and desire to do well for the team and the country. He says, 'Whenever I come here, I just want to give my best for my team and my country. I really enjoy practicing alone and preparing myself. I try to make sure every ball I face in practice helps me when I'm in tough situations. You know this too that there are so many moments when we're under pressure." WV Raman backs Shubman Gill to fire in England: 'He needs the right support' "I actually like that. For example, in the recent intra-squad game, Harshit Rana and Bumrah bhai were bowling really well, I wasn't scoring runs easily but I kept playing. That gave me a lot of confidence and belief that I can survive and get through tough phases.' Quiz: Who's that IPL player? Dhruv then adds a personal touch, 'When we were playing for India A, you told me you just have to score runs in England no matter what. Even when the ball was moving a lot, you wanted the same challenge in the nets. I think that stubbornness is what makes you different. I've seen it since we were kids. But tell everyone what you're like off the field when there's no match.' Both laugh, and Jaiswal tries to dodge the question, saying, 'You tell them!' But then he explains, 'I don't do much. When I need to be serious, I stay serious. I focus on my preparation and try to keep my mind calm. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo That really helps me.' This small, heartfelt conversation shows exactly what fans love about Jaiswal — simple, hardworking, and absolutely clear in his goals. His dedication to practice and love for pressure situations shine through, and it's this mindset that's helping him conquer every challenge, from the West Indies to Australia and now England. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
5 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Two best friends among four score 100 percentile in MHT-CET (PCM)
Pune: Two best friends from Std I are among the four from Pune who scored a perfect 100 percentile in the physics, chemistry and mathematics (PCM) group of Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET), the results of which were announced on Monday. Twenty two of the 4.22 lakh aspirants who appeared for MHT-CET from across the state scored 100 percentile in physics, chemistry, mathematics (PCM) group. The entrance exam is a prerequisite for admission to the first-year undergraduate engineering and pharmacy programmes in Maharashtra. Siddhant Patankar and Dhruv Natu, best friends from Std I to X at Abhinava Vidyalaya English Medium School, Pune, scored a perfect 100 in MHT-CET. They joined an institute for IIT coaching when they were in Std VIII and secured 790 and 293 All-India ranks, respectively in this year's JEE Advanced, with both setting their eyes on IIT Mumbai. Tanay Chetan Gadgil and Anuj Pagar are other 100 percentilers from Pune. Interestingly, all the three are students of MTES Junior College. They have cleared JEE Advanced and are looking for admission in IIT Bombay. Tanay, who lives in NCL Colony, studied in Loyola High School till Class X and then moved to MTES Junior College. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo "I wasn't expecting 100 percentile. I scored AIR 1543 in JEE and want to pursue chemical engineering. Apart from college and classes, I would study for 7-8 hours regularly. I used to play tennis in Std XI and for half of Std XII," said Tanay (18), whose parents Mugdha and Chetan Gadgil are scientists at National Chemical Laboratory. Dhruv (17) said he used to go for a short run every alternate day with his friend Siddhant to unwind. "I also love watching cricket. That is what I did when I wanted to take a break from studies," said Dhruv, who put in 8-10 hours of self-study daily. "Siddhant and I have been friends since Std I. We went to the same school, same college, same coaching class and hopefully will get into IIT Bombay in the course of our choice," said Dhruv, whose father is an engineer and mother a teacher. "I want to get into the electrical branch at IIT Bombay. That has been the dream for a long time," said Dhruv, a resident of Erandwane. Consistency is the key to achieve anything, said Siddhant (18). "I joined the coaching institute in Std VIII but the actual coaching for JEE started in Std XI. For students who have just come to Std XI, my advice is to work hard and maintain consistency throughout the two years. Even if you feel low at some point, keep studying. The results will reflect your hard work. I want to do a dual degree programme in electrical engineering," said Siddhant, whose mother is a vocalist and father is a software engineer. Anuj Pagar (18) from Abhishek Junior College in Shahunagar, Pimpri Chinchwad, also cleared JEE Advanced with an AIR of 307 and hopes to get admission in IIT Bombay either in computer science or in the electrical engineering branch. "When you study for JEE, you cover the syllabus of all engineering entrance exams. For CET, all I did separately was to solve some test papers. But otherwise, it was not hard. I was sure I would get good marks but 100 percentile was a pleasant surprise," said Anuj, whose mother is a teacher and father works in a private company. Another student from Pune among the top scorers was Pruthviraj Sanjay Waghmode who secured 99.99 percentile and was a top ranker among NT (2) category. Last year, 20 of 3,79,800 aspirants scored 100 percentile in PCM. This year, the examination was conducted at 207 centres within the state and 17 outside Maharashtra.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Greater Noida: Int'l betting racket busted during abduction probe
GREATER NOIDA: The Greater Noida police busted an international online cricket betting racket which came to light after a man from Alwar, Rajasthan, reported about a kidnapping of his son on emergency helpline no. 112 on June 12, prompting the Kasna police to act, officers said on Sunday. Investigations into the alleged kidnapping, however, revealed that it was actually a ploy hatched by the suspects in collusion with their associates to extract ransom from their own relatives to raise money for their secret online gambling work and conceal their unlawful activities, police said on Sunday. The suspects' ploy fell apart when the police uncovered their plans on arresting eight suspects in the matter, discovering that they were involved in the conspiracy, fraud, possession of fake documents, and gambling. 'Kasna police, collaboration with the SWAT team busted an international online gambling racket and exposed a fake kidnapping conspiracy in a joint operation on June 12. A total of eight suspects were arrested and a large cache of electronic gadgets, fake documents, and other material were recovered from their possession,' said deputy commissioner of police (DCP) (Greater Noida) Saad Miyan Khan, in a press conference on Sunday. The accused were identified as Bhim Singh, 22, and Narayan, 26, of Alwar, Rajasthan; Dhruv, 24; Sunny Jetwa, 27; and Himanshu Dakan, 20, of Gujarat; Muqeem, 19; and Vishal Kumar, 27, of Haryana, and Sukhdev Singh (31) of Delhi. Police said the incident came to light after Subhash Chandra, a resident of Alwar, informed the police that his son, Bhim Singh, 22, and nephew, Narayan (single name), 25, had been kidnapped. He said the suspects demanded a ransom of ₹7 lakh and threatened to kill the two if the amount was not deposited into their account. Kasna police officers and the SWAT team were directed to pursue the matter. Through electronic surveillance and manual investigations, police traced (Bhim) Singh's phone location to an area around Cherry County society, under Bisrakh police station limits. 'Using a combination of technical surveillance and human intelligence, the team identified White Orchid Apartment in Gaur City as a possible hub. Inside flat number 2 of this complex, Dhruv and his three associates were apprehended. They were in possession of 2 laptops, nearly a dozen smartphones, fake SIM cards, forged Aadhaar cards, and numerous account documents,' the DCP added. Dhruv further disclosed the location of another team in Radha Sky Garden under Bisrakh police station limits. Upon raiding flat number 18 there, (Bhim) Singh, Narayan, Himanshu, and Sukhdev were nabbed. During questioning, Singh admitted to fabricating his own kidnapping alongside his cousin and friends in a conspiracy to extract money from their families, police said. During interrogation, suspects revealed that all eight were involved in a well-planned conspiracy to manipulate betting transactions and commit fraud. From their base, in White Orchid Apartment, Gaur City, they would take bets on live cricket match scores, wickets, and match outcomes through smartphones and laptops. Players, wishing to place bets, would contact them on WhatsApp — phone numbers were displayed directly on a mobile betting platform's pop-up advertisement. Each person was provided with a unique ID to wager under. Suspects revealed that fake SIM cards and bank documents were provided to them by their boss, who operates from abroad in Thailand and Dubai and remotely controls their operations. Daily profits from these transactions, amounting to nearly ₹30 lakh, were routed back into accounts specified by their boss. '…The suspects would transfer profits — nearly ₹30 lakh daily — back to him. The conspiracy was designed in a way that initially, those who put in small amounts would win. But as they raised their stakes, they would start losing,' said station house officer (Kasna) Dharmendra Shukla. Police recovered four laptops, 26 smartphones, 16 SIM cards, two account register books, 3 bank passbooks, 2 cheque books, and a passport (Vishal Kumar) from their possession. A case has been registered under Section 3/4 of the Gambling Act, Section 318(4), 338, 336(3), 336(4), 340(2) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and Section 66D of the Information Technology Act at Kasna police station, police said. 'We will pursue all legal action against them. Our team is committed to dismantling such networks and preventing fraud in our jurisdiction,' said DCP (Greater Noida).
India.com
6 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
Meet this star cricketer, MS Dhoni fan, Hanuman bhakt and son of Army man who fought..., his name is…
In a country like India, where dreams of becoming a cricketer flourish in every street and locality, Dhruv Jurel's story is somewhat different. His father served the country in the Kargil war, and now the son is making the country proud by wearing the Indian jersey. Earlier people knew his father by name, now people say - "That's Dhruv's father," and on hearing this, pride is visible on their faces and gratitude in their eyes. Dhruv's father never thought that his son would become a cricketer. The financial situation was not good, and his dream was that his son would pass the NDA and join the army. But when Dhruv insisted on a cricket kit and told his mother that he would leave home, his mother's heart melted. That very day she sold her gold chain and the first cricket kit was bought in exchange for it. After getting the kit, Dhruv did not say a single word, he just started practicing. He won every award in the college tournament – Man of the Match, Man of the Series, Best Catch and many more. There were so many awards that his father had to bring them on his scooty. That very day, the father realized that his son is on the right path, and since then he has stood by Dhruv in every ups and downs. When Dhruv got his first IPL contract from Rajasthan Royals and got a sum of ₹20 lakh, the first thing he remembered was the day when his mother sold her jewelry. He bought new gold for his mother and gifted it to her after making her close her eyes. The mother was surprised and the son said – "Mummy, I will never forget that day. Now I will do more for you." Dhruv's real cricket journey started from Springdale Cricket Academy, where his coach Parvendra Yadav saw him batting for the first time. His shots and timing impressed the coach and he decided that he would train Dhruv. Like the son of a soldier, Dhruv had discipline, hard work and punctuality. Dhruv is not only a great cricketer, but also a great devotee of Bajrangbali. Every morning before practice, he goes to the Hanuman temple located in front of the academy to seek blessings. Even after winning the match, he is hailed - "Bajrang Bali ki Jai." Even today, when he comes to Agra, he spends time with children and plays cricket with them. Dhruv Jurel considers former captain MS Dhoni as his idol. Be it wicketkeeping or calm behavior on the field - Jurel is preparing himself like Dhoni. Just like his father served the country, Dhruv is also bringing glory to the country on the field. Today the whole of Agra, and the country, sees him not just as a cricketer, but as an inspiration.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Dhruv Jurel story: MS Dhoni's admirer, Hanuman bhakt, and son of a Kargil War hero
Dhruv Jurel will be looking to cement his place in India's Test team. (File) AGRA: In a country of over a billion, cricket dreams are common — but few live the journey that Dhruv Jurel has. From being the son of a soldier who fought in the Kargil War to wearing the India jersey, his story goes beyond cricket. Once known simply as his father's son, today it is a different story. Wherever Nem Singh Jurel goes, people say, " Woh rahe Dhruv ke papa (He is Dhruv Jurel's father)" — and what follows is a proud smile on Nem's face with folded hands of gratitude. Dhruv first became a household name in Agra's Defence Colony when he led India's Under-19 team to the Asia Cup title in September 2019. But the day he got his senior team call-up, his parents, Rajini and Nem, couldn't hold back their tears. Now, if you go to Defence Colony and say Dhruv Jurel's name, people will respond with, " Woh jo India ke liye khelta hai na? (The one who plays for India)," and they'll smile and gladly guide you to his home. But the success has come with immense struggle. 'He wanted to play cricket, but I just wasn't financially prepared for it. Cricket is an expensive sport. I had only one dream — that he clears the NDA and joins the Indian Army,' Dhruv's father, Nem Singh Jurel, told in an exclusive interview. 'But one day, he got upset. I even scolded and hit him. He locked himself in the bathroom and told his mother that if I didn't buy him a cricket kit, he would run away from home. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo His words, his tears — they broke her. That very day, she sold her gold chain. With whatever money we got, we bought him his first cricket kit.' Dhruv didn't say a word. He took the kit, and from that moment, his cricketing journey began. When he lifted that first kit onto his shoulders, he never looked back. In one college tournament, he swept all the top awards — Man of the Match, Man of the Series, Best Fielder, Best Catch, and more. The awards were so many that his father struggled to carry them on his scooty. 'I can never forget that moment — my scooty was loaded, and his big bag was full of awards,' he said with pride. 'The weight of that bag felt special. That day, I realised I had been wrong. From then on, I stood by him. I bought him new pads — he was playing with torn ones — and gloves too. Since that day, I've been with him through every high and low.' 'As a soldier, there was always that deep pride — I wanted my son to serve the nation too,' he added. 'In Agra, people knew me well. But now, thanks to Dhruv, they know me for another reason. He changed the story completely.' When Dhruv got his first IPL contract with Rajasthan Royals, the memory of his mother selling her gold chain came flooding back. So he decided to gift her something she never expected. 'When Dhruv got his first IPL contract — Rs 20 lakh — he came home with gold. He gave some money to me to cover financial issues. With the rest, he bought gold jewellery for his mother — the same she once had to sell for his cricket. He made her close her eyes and handed it to her. She was shocked. He said, 'Mummy, I've never forgotten that day when you took that step for me. I'll do even more for you now,'' the father said. A HANUMAN BHAKT It all began at the Springdale Cricket Academy, where Dhruv's father took him to meet coach Parvendra Yadav. Like he did with every new student, Parvendra asked Dhruv to pad up and face a few throwdowns. But as soon as he saw the young boy striking the ball cleanly and launching sixes with ease, Parvendra made up his mind — he would train him. 'His father is a wonderful human being and genuinely wanted his son to grow in cricket,' coach Parvendra Sharma told 'When I first saw Dhruv, his hand-eye coordination stood out — that's when I decided to coach him. He was extremely humble. And being an armyman's son, he was naturally disciplined. Punctuality, dedication, and hard work were part of his daily routine. He used to bring his tiffin, come early in the morning, spend long hours in the nets — facing both spinners and pacers — and end the day with catching practice before heading home. ' The coach believes divine blessings have played a role in Dhruv's rise too. 'Lord Hanuman's blessings are with him,' Parvendra added. 'There's a Hanuman temple right in front of the academy. Every morning, before stepping into practice, Dhruv visits the temple and takes blessings. Even after winning matches, his chant is 'Bajrang Bali ki Jai.' Whenever Dhruv is in Agra, he visits the academy, spends time with the kids, and even plays cricket with them.' 'Dhruv was always clear about his dream. He always used to say, 'Sir, I want to play for India — and I want to play Test cricket for as long as I can.'' JOURNEY: INDIA CALL-UP AND ENGLAND SERIES Dhruv had already represented India at the Under-19 level, but the ultimate dream was always to represent the Indian senior team. Questions like 'Bhai, India ke liye kab khelega? Virat, Rohit ke saath TV pe kab dikhega? (When are you going to play for India? When will we see you playing with Rohit and Virat?)' were common — asked by friends, relatives, and neighbours. Dhruv would always smile and reply, 'Jaldi hi' (soon). And then, the day arrived. 'One night around 11 PM, Dhruv came to me and said, 'Papa, I've been selected.' I said, 'Of course you've been selected — you're playing for India now!' He replied, 'No, Papa — I've been selected to play with Rohit, Kohli, Bumrah… in the same team!' That night, I couldn't sleep. Calls poured in — from friends, coaches, everyone who knew me. I had goosebumps. Just like I once wore the Indian flag on my shoulder at the border, now Dhruv was going to wear it on the field. I've always said this proudly — I once served in the Indian Army, and now my son serves the nation in Team India. We both have worn the Tricolour,' his father said. 'He always noticed everything — how I dressed, wore my cap, saluted. He'd watch closely. If a cap fell on the ground, he'd pick it up respectfully and touch it to his forehead. He had that sense of honour for the nation from a young age. Honestly, I thought he'd join the army,' he added. Since then, Dhruv has featured in four Test matches and is currently in England as part of the Indian squad for the upcoming five-match Test series, starting June 20 at Headingley in Leeds. A WICKETKEEPER BY CHANCE Dhruv is making waves in international cricket and the IPL with his agility behind the stumps. His sharp glovework — the speed with which he collects the ball and whips off the bails — has earned praise from many quarters. Interestingly, wicketkeeping wasn't part of the original plan. It came to Dhruv by accident. 'Originally, he was a batsman. But his coach Parvendra Yadav noticed his incredible fielding and suggested he try keeping. He never hesitated, even with bruised hands and injuries. Six months before his Under-14 debut, we got him gloves — and he nailed his trials. That's how he became a keeper-batsman,' his father said. BIG ENGLAND SERIES With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli stepping away from the Test format, the doors have opened for the next generation. For a youngster like Dhruv, this is a golden opportunity to cement his place in the side. 'After coming back from Australia, he did say — it was one of the toughest tours he had ever played, especially alongside senior cricketers. Now, England will be another test for him. I don't know too much technically, but I read papers and follow updates on my phone — from what I see, the pitches there are hard, they bounce more, they turn too,' the father said. 'It's a big opportunity for everyone — even for Dhruv as a youngster. If India wins this series, it'll be a big deal. With Rohit and Virat resting now, new boys will get their chance,' he added.
