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India Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
King to Prince: Shubman Gill echoes Virat Kohli with century on Test captaincy debut
In 2014, a young Virat Kohli began his Test captaincy career with a century in Adelaide. Four years later, he repeated the feat in England — a hard-fought hundred at Edgbaston in his first Test as captain on English soil. Now, Shubman Gill has followed in his June 20 at Headingley, Gill marked his first Test as India's red-ball captain with a composed 140-ball century, leading the way just as Kohli had done before him. Taking over the No.4 position vacated by Kohli himself, Gill made a powerful statement — not only as a batter but as the new face of India's Test vs IND, 1st Test Day 1: Updates Before the match, Gill was clear about his personal goals amid the added responsibility. 'I want to be the best batter in this series,' he said — a mindset he brought with him to the middle, unfazed by the pressure of captaincy or started brightly on Day 1, with both openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul off to a fluent start with their 91-run stand. But England struck back before lunch. KL Rahul, who looked in rhythm, fell to Brydon Carse, and debutant Sai Sudharsan was dismissed for a duck by Ben Stokes. Standing on 92 for 2 at lunch, India were briefly under when Gill walked in — facing not just an England attack in home conditions, but also the burden of expectation. His overseas record had drawn criticism, averaging 25.70 in SENA countries with only two fifties, both in Australia. In England, he had managed just 88 runs across three Tests at an average of 14.66. But at Headingley, Gill looked determined to shift that at No.4, Gill began cautiously while allowing Jaiswal to keep the runs flowing. But once settled, he began showing his range — reaching his fifty in just 56 balls, with effortless timing and crisp shot selection. After Jaiswal was dismissed for 101, Gill took charge, controlling the innings with help from vice-captain Rishabh Pant at the other doing so, Gill became just the fifth Indian captain to score a Test century in England, joining a select club that includes Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, Mohammed Azharuddin, Sourav Ganguly, and Virat Kohli. That this came in his very first match as captain — and at the historic Headingley — only added weight to the innings wasn't flashy, but it was controlled and authoritative. It was built on awareness — of the situation, of his own game, and of the responsibility on his shoulders. There was no captain's armband, but there was leadership written all over the was a start that mirrored Kohli's in many ways — but with Gill's own quiet imprint. For a side seeking direction in the post-Kohli-Rohit era, Day 1 of the Headingley Test might just have offered a glimpse of what the future looks like.
India.com
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Highest-Paid South Indian Actress, Who Studied To Become A Doctor, Now Charges Rs 3- 6 Crore Per Film, Her Next Co-Star Is Ranbir Kapoor...
2 / 7 Sai Pallavi Senthamarai Kannan primarily works in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam films. Born to Senthamarai Kannan and Radha, she has a younger sister, Pooja Kannan, who has also worked as an actress. She did her schooling at Avila Convent School, Coimbatore. Despite completing her medical studies in 2016 from the Tbilisi State Medical University, she has not yet registered as a medical practitioner in India as she became an actress by then. She took her Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) on 31 August 2020 in Trichy. Besides Badaga, Pallavi is fluent in Tamil, English, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Georgian.
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Volunteers wanted for Speak2us mental health helpline initiative
MS Chellamuthu Trust and Research Foundation has called for volunteers for its Speak2us helpline initiative which was a dedicated mental health helpline. According to a press release, Speak2us mental health helpline Project Director S. Selvamani said that the trust was founded in 1992 by Senior Consultant Psychiatrist C. Ramasubramanian. As part of its mental health initiatives, the trust in a joint initiative with HCL Foundation established Speak2us to support people in distress and provide safe and supportive psychological first-aid services for people who were in distress. The helpline fully managed by dedicated and trained volunteers was in the process of identifying suitable dedicated volunteers to enhance the quality of the services. Interested persons could apply. The minimum qualification was a Bachelor's Degree. Those who are fluent in Tamil and have strong empathy skills for handling the phone calls can apply. The deadline for receiving the applications was May 31. For more information, interested persons can contact 73050 33372, the press release said.
The Hindu
23-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Keep Tamil language vibrant for next 50 years: Singapore Minister Shanmugam
A Singapore Minister has called on the next generation to keep the Tamil language vibrant for the next 50 years. Calling on the cosmopolitan city's next generation to take charge, Law Minister K. Shanmugam said: 'To keep Tamil vibrant for the next 50 years, we need young pioneers like you to lead the way.' The Minister, who speaks fluent Tamil shared his views as the National University of Singapore Tamil Language (NUS TLS) Society celebrated its 50th anniversary on May 17, reflecting on five decades of language promotion, student leadership and cultural innovation. Mr. Shanmugam, who was guest-of-honour and NUS TLS alumnus, commended the society's contributions over the past five decades but also voiced concern about the future of Tamil in public life, a Singapore weekly reported on Friday (May 23, 2025). 'We have to ask ourselves if, in 20 or 30 years, we'll still have Ministers who can speak fluent Tamil on stage,' he said, noting a broader decline in Tamil usage, even beyond Parliament. Tamil is one of the four official languages in Singapore, the other being English, Chinese and Malay, and was spoken widely in the island state, with some of the Parliamentarians in the 1960s-70s debating in Tamil in the house. Mr. Shanmugam pointed out that many young people speak primarily English, a trend that affects not only Tamil but also other mother tongue languages such as Mandarin (Chinese) and Malay. Currently, there is one Tamil language newspaper, Tamil Murasu, that has been in circulation since it was launched in May 1936. 'We also need to ask ourselves whether Tamil can continue to be regarded as a respected language by those who do not speak it,' the Minister was quoted as saying by Friday weekly Tabla! He stressed the need to make Tamil accessible and engaging, even for non-speakers, and highlighted the importance of hearing the language in informal spaces beyond classrooms and community centres. Stalin congratulates Singapore PM on poll victory Held at the Serangoon Gardens Country Club in the suburb housing conclave, the celebration brought together past and present members of the society, many of whom reunited after years. The evening featured student performances and nostalgic recollections of landmark programmes that shaped Tamil cultural engagement on campus and beyond. Founded in 1975 with only a handful of members, the society has since grown significantly, with the current 46th executive committee continuing its tradition of combining language advocacy with student-led community initiatives. Multi-national Singapore's six million population has 75% Chinese, mostly speaking Mandarin, over 15% Malays, and more than 7% Indians as well as others.
Hospitality Net
14-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Ahmet Antepli has been appointed General Manager at Hilton Doha The Pearl
Hilton Doha The Pearl is pleased to introduce Ahmet Antepli as its newly appointed General Manager. With a career shaped by years of hands-on work in hotel operations across the Middle East and Europe, Antepli steps into the role with a focused mindset, aiming to ensure every guest journey reflects the high standards of the hotel, and lead a team that takes pride in personalized service. He will also lead on strategic initiatives set in motion to re-position the property's identity as a leisure-focused destination and a preferred resort in the heart of the city. Ahmet Antepli brings more than just professional experience, he brings personal connection. Born and raised in Doha, and fluent in Arabic, Turkish, and English, he has deep roots in the region and a clear understanding of what makes this city special. Over the years, he has held leadership roles at renowned properties such as Swissôtel The Bosphorus in Istanbul, Mövenpick in both Doha and Istanbul, Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, and Rocco Forte Hotels in the UAE. His previous General Manager roles, including the pre-opening of Address Istanbul Hotel, Kempinski Hotel The Dome in Antalya, the pre-opening of Dusit Hotel & Suites in Doha, and the conversion of DoubleTree by Hilton in Al Khobar, have collectively sharpened his strategic approach to hotel management, operational excellence, and the development of high-performing teams. Most recently, Antepli served as General Manager of The Plaza Doha, part of the LXR Hotels & Resorts collection by Hilton, before transitioning to his current role at Hilton Doha The Pearl. Now leading Hilton Doha The Pearl, he brings with him a steady, team-focused leadership style and a genuine passion for delivering quality, continuing his commitment to excellence in hospitality. Ahmet holds an MBA in service industry management from Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland. Outside of work, he enjoys scuba diving and staying active through tennis and jump rope, hobbies that complement his dynamic approach to leadership. With its prime location, inviting atmosphere, and commitment to genuine service, Hilton Doha The Pearl continues to grow as a favourite leisure destination for both international visitors and the local community.
