Wed May 07 17:10:00 UTC 2025: **Chennai Super Kings Edge Out Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025 Thriller**
KOLKATA – Chennai Super Kings (CSK) snatched a thrilling two-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in an IPL 2025 encounter in Kolkata. Chasing a 180-run target, CSK reached the finish line in 19.4 overs, losing eight wickets in the process. Devon Conway’s 52 (25 balls, 4 fours, 4 sixes), Shivam Dube’s 45, and Urvil Patel’s 31 were crucial contributions to their chase. For KKR, Vaibhav Arora (3 wickets), Harshit Rana (2 wickets), Varun Chakravarthy (2 wickets), and Moeen Ali (1 wicket) were the main wicket-takers. Earlier, KKR had posted 179/6 in their allotted 20 overs.
**India Launches ‘Operation Sindoor’ Following Pahalgam Terror Attack; Mock Drills Held in Hyderabad**
Amidst heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India has reportedly launched “Operation Sindoor,” targeting terrorist bases in Pakistan. In response to the escalating situation, multiple mock drills were conducted in Hyderabad involving NDRF, SDRF, revenue, GHMC, municipal administration, police, fire, electricity, and transport personnel. The drills aimed to enhance preparedness for potential emergencies.
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