NEW DELHI: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday said his government will seek royalty from Rajasthan for supplying it water, claiming that an unpaid amount of Rs 1.44 lakh crore has accumulated since 1960 under an old arrangement dating back to a 1920 tripartite agreement.

Mann cites 1920 pact, says Rajasthan still gets 18,000 cusecs

Addressing the media, Mann referred to a 1920 tripartite agreement involving the British government, the state of Bahawalpur (now in Pakistan) and the then Maharaja of Bikaner, under which Rajasthan began receiving water.He said Rajasthan is currently getting 18,000 cusecs of water through the Rajasthan feeder.According to Mann, the 1920 agreement provided for a fee to be paid for the water supplied.“Rajasthan paid royalty till 1960. But it stopped paying money thereafter, and Punjab also stopped demanding the same,” Mann said, as quoted by news agency PTI.

Punjab calculates Rs 1.44 lakh crore outstanding

The Punjab chief minister said his government has now worked out the unpaid amount.“We have worked out an outstanding figure of Rs 1.44 lakh crore, calculated at old rates, which is pending since 1960. If they (Rajasthan) say there was no agreement with us, they should not take the water they are getting under the 1920 agreement,” Mann said.He also questioned why Rajasthan had continued to receive water without paying for it.“You (Rajasthan) are taking 18,000 cusecs of water from us. So why have you stopped paying money for 66 years?” he added.

Punjab writes to Rajasthan, plans to involve centre

Mann said the Punjab government has formally written to the Rajasthan government and is seeking discussions on the issue.“The 1920 agreement has not been terminated yet. We will demand royalty (from Rajasthan),” he said.He added that Punjab would also take up the matter with the Centre.

A property owned by the late actress Sridevi on Chennai’s East Coast Road (ECR) has been at the centre of a legal battle for nearly a year. Recent reports state that her husband Boney Kapoor, along with daughters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor, have approached the Madras High Court after an additional district court in Chengalpattu refused to dismiss a civil suit concerning a 4.7-acre parcel of land that had been purchased by the actress. The dispute traces back to 2025, when Boney Kapoor first moved court alleging that three individuals had laid claim to the property. Since then, the matter has remained under judicial consideration.According to The Hindu, on Monday, March 16, Justice TV Thamilselvi agreed to hear the Kapoor family’s petition on March 26 and extended an interim order that stays the trial proceedings in the case. The report notes that three individuals, MC Sivakami, her sister MC Natarajan, and their mother Chandrabhanu—have claimed rights over a portion of the land owned by Sridevi. They have also sought to cancel four sale deeds through which the actress and her sister had acquired the 4.7-acre property.

Responding to the claims, Boney Kapoor had told the court in 2025 that Sridevi had purchased the land in 1988. He also explained that the property originally belonged to M.C. Sambanda Mudaliar, who had three sons and two daughters, and that the land had been divided among the family members in 1960.

In their petition, the Kapoor family contended that Chandrabanu’s marriage to M.C. Chandrasekaran, said to be the original owner of the property—took place while his first marriage was still legally valid, rendering the second union void under laws that prohibit bigamy. They further alleged that this crucial detail had not been disclosed by the plaintiffs. According to the publication, the Kapoor family stated, “Such suppression of a vital and legally relevant fact constitutes a deliberate attempt to mislead this court and amounts to fraud, vitiating the very foundation of their claim. The third respondent (Ms. Chandrabanu) was fully aware that her marriage on February 5, 1975, was contracted during the subsistence of his (Chandrasekaran’s) prior and legally valid marriage to M.C. Banumathi.”The family also pointed out that they have held the property for nearly 38 years and questioned how a lawsuit seeking to cancel sale deeds executed in 1988 could be filed only in 2025. They further argued that no objections were raised while M.C. Chandrasekaran was alive; he passed away in 1995. Additionally, they noted that M.C. Sivakami and M.C. Natarajan had reached adulthood in 1995 and 1999, respectively.Meanwhile, the plaintiffs have maintained that the Kapoor family has neither the legal nor moral authority to call them illegitimate or question their parents’ relationship. They claim that the 1988 sale deeds themselves were invalid and have accused the family of fraudulently obtaining a ‘patta’—a revenue record that establishes land ownership, for the property in 2023.The plaintiffs further stated that they only discovered the property and the alleged “illegal transactions” linked to it in 2023, after which they filed the case in 2025. After hearing both sides, the additional district court on December 1, 2025 refused to dismiss the plea filed by Boney Kapoor and his family, stating that the issue required a full trial. This decision prompted the Kapoor family to approach the Madras High Court through the present civil revision petition.

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)’s IPL 2026 campaign hasn’t even begun, and they’re already dealing with a major setback. Star Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood, one of the architects of their historic 2025 title win, is set to miss a few matches of the season due to ongoing injury concerns.

For a team that finally broke its title drought last year, this isn’t just a minor absence – it’s a disruption to the very core of their bowling attack. Hazlewood has been a reliable figure for RCB, especially in high-pressure moments, and his absence will be felt right from the opening game.

He has officially been ruled out of RCB’s first two fixtures:

• The season opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
• The much-anticipated clash against Chennai Super Kings on April 5, also in Bengaluru.

Both games are high-profile encounters, and missing a bowler of Hazlewood’s calibre in these early stages could test RCB’s squad depth immediately.

The reason behind his absence lies in a frustrating injury phase that has kept him out of action for months. The 35-year-old has been sidelined since November 2025 after suffering a hamstring injury, which was later complicated by an Achilles tendon issue during recovery. These setbacks forced him to miss major international assignments, including the Ashes 2025-26 and the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Currently, Hazlewood is undergoing rehabilitation in Sydney under the supervision of Cricket Australia’s medical team. He is expected to travel to India only after receiving full fitness clearance, meaning RCB fans will have to wait a little longer to see him back in action.

RCB’s bowling puzzle: Who steps up in Hazlewood’s absence?

Hazlewood’s absence isn’t just about missing a player – it’s about losing a proven match-winner. In IPL 2025, he played a crucial role in RCB’s title-winning run, picking up 22 wickets in just 12 matches at an impressive average of 17.55. Whether it was striking early in the powerplay or delivering pinpoint accuracy in the death overs, Hazlewood brought control and consistency to the attack.

Without him, RCB will need to rethink their bowling combinations, especially against strong teams like SRH and CSK in the opening fixtures.

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The immediate responsibility is likely to fall on experienced Indian seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who could take charge with the new ball. Known for his swing and discipline, Bhuvneshwar has the experience to handle pressure situations, but he will need support.

Among overseas options, Sri Lanka’s Nuwan Thushara and New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy are strong contenders to fill Hazlewood’s spot. Both bring unique skill sets- Thushara with his slingy action and yorkers, and Duffy with his ability to hit consistent lines.

If Hazlewood’s recovery takes longer than expected, RCB might even explore temporary replacements.

Interestingly, RCB are not alone in dealing with such concerns. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are also expected to be without their pace spearhead Pat Cummins for the opening game due to a back injury. This means the IPL 2026 opener could see both teams missing their premier Australian quicks – adding an unusual twist to what is already a highly anticipated clash.

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India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into imports of ethyl chloroformate from China after domestic producer Paushak alleged that the chemical was being sold in the Indian market at unfairly low prices, hurting local industry.

DGTR begins probe after complaint by Paushak

As per Reuters, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), which functions under the Union commerce ministry, initiated the investigation following an application filed by Paushak.In its complaint, Paushak claimed that imports from China had caused “material injury” to domestic producers. The company has said it is India’s sole domestic producer of ethyl chloroformate and accounts for the country’s entire output of the chemical.The DGTR said it would examine whether the product was being dumped in the Indian market and whether anti-dumping duties were needed to offset the alleged injury to the domestic industry, according to Reuters.

Chemical widely used in pharma, agrochemical manufacturing

Ethyl chloroformate is an organic chemical intermediate that is widely used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.Because of its role in these sectors, any eventual anti-dumping duty could have a broader downstream impact. If dumping is confirmed and duties are imposed, it could raise input costs for drugmakers and agrochemical companies, even as it offers protection to local producers.Paushak has alleged that rising imports from China led to price suppression in the domestic market and weakened its profitability, Reuters reported.

Preliminary assessment suggests significant price undercutting

The DGTR said its preliminary assessment showed that the dumping margin appeared to be above the de minimis threshold.This suggests there may have been significant price undercutting by Chinese exporters, which is one of the key factors authorities examine in anti-dumping cases.The investigation will cover the period from October 2024 to September 2025. During this time, the DGTR will assess submissions and evidence from exporters, importers and other interested parties before deciding whether to recommend duties to the central government.

Part of wider trade scrutiny on cheap imports

The move comes amid India’s broader efforts to check low-cost imports, especially from China.In December, India had imposed a three-year import tariff ranging from 11% to 13% on some steel imports in a bid to curb the influx of cheap Chinese products.

Separate hexamine probe also opened

In a parallel development, the DGTR has also initiated a separate anti-dumping investigation into imports of hexamine, another intermediate used by the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.That probe covers imports originating in or exported from China, Russia and the United Arab Emirates.Taken together, the two investigations signal a sharper regulatory focus on chemical imports that domestic producers say are undercutting Indian manufacturing, with possible implications for both industrial policy and input costs in key sectors such as pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi recently grabbed attention not just for his performances, but also for naming Dhurandhar as his favourite movie. The 14-year-old made this comment during the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, and it quickly went viral. While many fans loved his choice, others online pointed out that the film is rated for adults.

The movie, starring Ranveer Singh, has been a massive hit and gained popularity across audiences. Sooryavanshi’s simple reply, “Dhurandhar”, caught everyone’s attention, and even his IPL team Rajasthan Royals used a reference from the film in their content.However, social media users were quick to highlight that the film is A-rated, meaning it is meant for viewers above 18 in theatres.Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the world of cricketBeyond the movie buzz, Sooryavanshi continues to shine in cricket. At the same event, he spoke about his ambitions for the upcoming IPL season, saying: “The goal is to win the trophy for the team this season. If we win the trophy, it will benefit the entire franchise as well as my own performance. My aim is to contribute as much as I can to help the team lift the trophy.”He has already made headlines with record-breaking performances, including a stunning 175-run knock in the Under-19 World Cup final, helping India win the title. He was also the tournament’s top performer.Balancing cricket and studiesAmid his busy schedule, Sooryavanshi missed a Class 10 CBSE board exam. His school principal explained, “He is absent today. He has not come to the examination centre.We have marked him absent according to the policy of CBSE… If a student is absent, we have to mark him absent… “We were expecting him to come and give the examination, but there are many other obligations. There could be a cricket match or a practice… I think he will definitely take the next exam.”As he prepares for IPL 2026, Sooryavanshi remains one of the most exciting young talents to watch.