The IPL 2026 clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals continued to make headlines even after the final ball, as franchise owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen engaged in an intense on-field discussion with captain Rishabh Pant.

The interaction took place at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on April 1, shortly after Lucknow suffered a six-wicket defeat to Delhi in their opening game of the season. What appeared to be more than a routine conversation quickly caught the attention of fans and cameras, with both Goenka and Pant displaying animated body language.

LSG’s batting woes set the tone for defeat

Earlier in the evening, Lucknow Super Giants endured a disappointing outing with the bat after being put in to bat by Delhi skipper Axar Patel. The hosts struggled to build momentum, eventually posting a modest total of 141 runs.

A key talking point was Pant’s move to open the innings, a tactical shift that failed to deliver the desired results. The left-hander could not convert the opportunity into a strong start, while middle-order batters including Ayush Badoni and Nicholas Pooran also fell cheaply.

The lack of partnerships and inconsistent shot selection meant LSG never truly seized control of their innings, leaving their bowlers with a below-par total to defend.

Early breakthroughs go in vain

Despite the modest target, Lucknow’s pace attack ignited hopes of a comeback with a sensational start in the second innings. Delhi Capitals were reduced to 26 for 4, putting the visitors under immense pressure and briefly shifting momentum in LSG’s favour.

However, the tide turned as Sameer Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs stitched together a match-winning partnership. Their unbeaten stand not only steadied the innings but also dismantled LSG’s bowling plans, guiding Delhi to victory with ease in 17.1 overs.

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Sanjiv Goenka–Rishabh Pant interaction becomes talking point

Soon after the match, visuals emerged of Goenka speaking to Pant in what appeared to be a serious and expressive exchange. Pant was seen responding with animated hand gestures, while Goenka’s pointed expressions suggested a discussion that went beyond casual feedback.

Members of the support staff, including head coach Justin Langer, mentor Kane Williamson, and director Tom Moody, were also present during the interaction, observing the conversation closely. While the exact nature of the discussion remains unclear, the visuals have sparked widespread debate about leadership dynamics and communication within the franchise.

Here’s the video:

Sanjiv Goenka and Rishabh pant 😭 pic.twitter.com/0RzMSkp0vE

— Faiyaz (@FaiyazWhat) April 1, 2026

History of similar incidents adds context

This is not the first time Goenka has been involved in an animated on-field exchange. During IPL 2025, he was seen having a similar discussion with Pant amid a challenging season for the team.

Before that, Goenka had made headlines in 2024 following a highly publicized confrontation with former captain KL Rahul after a heavy defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Such incidents have often drawn mixed reactions from fans and experts, with some viewing them as passionate involvement while others question the timing and setting of such discussions.

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KVS closes registration April 02, 2026 for admissions with lottery process and merit lists

KVS admission 2026: Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan has set April 02, 2026 as the final date for submitting online applications for Class 1 and Balvatika admissions for the 2026-27 academic session. The registration process, which opened on March 20, 2026 at 10:00 am, will close by the end of the day.Admissions for entry-level classes are being conducted entirely through an online system, while other classes will follow a mixed mode based on seat availability. Officials have confirmed that document verification will be carried out strictly during the process to prevent discrepancies.Schedule outlines key admission stagesThe admission schedule specifies that the first merit list for Balvatika will be issued on April 08, followed by Class 1 on April 09. The second list will be released on April 16, and the third list on April 21.Offline registration for Class 2 and above is scheduled from April 02 to April 08. Admissions for these classes will be conducted between April 15 and April 20, subject to vacant seats. The final admission deadline, excluding Class 11, is June 30, 2026, while all processes will conclude by July 31, 2026.Eligibility criteria based on age cut-offAge eligibility is determined as of March 31, 2026. For Balvatika-1, children must be aged between three and four years, while Balvatika-2 requires four to five years and Balvatika-3 five to six years. Admission to Class 1 requires a minimum age of six years. Relaxation provisions apply for specified categories.Admission process varies by class levelFor Class 1 and Balvatika, selection will be carried out through a lottery system, with multiple merit lists released. Applications are accepted online only for these categories.Admissions for Classes 2 to 8 will take place offline, provided seats remain vacant, and forms must be submitted at the respective Kendriya Vidyalaya. For Classes 9 and 11, admissions depend on seat availability, with Class 11 entries linked to Class 10 results.• Direct link to apply onlineReservation norms and priority categoriesReservation is implemented as per government guidelines, with 15 per cent for SC, 7.5 per cent for ST, 27 per cent for OBC (NCL), and 3 per cent horizontal reservation for CwSN.Priority in admissions is assigned to children of Central Government employees, followed by those of PSU and autonomous body staff, state government employees, and other applicants. Transfer history over the past seven years is also considered.Documents and compliance requirementsApplicants are required to submit valid documents including birth certificate, address proof, caste certificate where applicable, service certificate, and disability certificate. Authorities have stated that incorrect information may result in cancellation, and submission of an application does not ensure admission.

MUMBAI: Bombay High Court recently directed Centre to decide a Yemeni national’s application dated Aug 30, 2024, for extension of visa expeditiously within eight weeks. The man, Fahd Saeed, came to India on a student visa in 2007 to study in Pune and married an Indian national in 2011. He has been without a visa since 2014, said the Centre, as his visa given to a spouse of Indian nations required registration within 14 days of entry, which special public prosecutor Rui Rodrigues, who appeared for the FRRO (Foreigner Regional Registration Office), said he did not apply for and made a first violation. But Rodrigues also made a very categorical statement that authorities have not found any material to show or indicate that Fahd is a threat to national security, the HC bench of Justices Sarang Kotwal and Sandesh Patil noted. The bench added that in such background and since he has a family here with two small children, the authorities to consider his plea and if extension of visa is granted he must make necessary application under Section 7A of the Citizenship Act, which shall also be considered on urgent basis. The HC, however, added that if rejected, no coercive action to be taken against the Yemeni national for four more weeks to enable him to appeal.Harjinder Kaur, 34, filed a petition to seek relief for her husband. Initially, it was filed as a habeas corpus plea alleging his illegal custody by the authorities and to quash a Nov 2023 order of Deputy Commissioner of Police, EOW and Cyber, Addl Charge Special Branch, Pune City, which directed him not to move out of the premises of Kondhwa Police Station. That stage has since passed, the HC said, and he is under no restriction as of today. However, the petitioner’s husband’s stay in India without any valid documents is still a contentious issue and her lawyer Wesley Menezes sought orders for early decision on his visa extension plea, which he made in 2015. The plea before the HC said due to conditions in Yemen he had to take a passport from Kuala Lampur and he had no intention to stay illegally in India.Menezes also submitted, “In between, he faced a criminal prosecution in India from which, he was ultimately acquitted.”The HC also hear state additional public prosecutor Mahalaxmi G.The wife said if visa is not extended the family would be separated. The HC said authorities undoubtedly can take this possibility into consideration. “Therefore, the law will have to take its own course and authorities ill have to act within four corners of law with humanitarian ground as a background,” the HC said after Centre said the 2024 visa extension plea was pending due to pendency of the petition and submitted that if court passes directions the FRRO will consider his plea in a time-bound manner.

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has raised doubts over Rishabh Pant’s decision to promote himself to the top order, suggesting the Lucknow Super Giants skipper may have “gone a little too far ahead” in his batting position.Pant, who was run out for 7 off 9 balls in LSG’s IPL 2026 opener against Delhi Capitals, later indicated he intends to bat in the top order this season. However, Pietersen believes the move could backfire.‘Too much pressure at the top’“When you look at the strength and depth of LSG’s batting, is Rishabh Pant really an opening batter?” Pietersen said. “I think he might have gone a little too far ahead of where he was in the line-up compared to last year.”The former England star pointed out that Pant had earlier dropped down the order but is now looking to move up again, a shift he feels may not be ideal. “He just needs to go out and enjoy his cricket,” Pietersen added, warning that forcing himself into a top-three role could pile unnecessary pressure.“Don’t force yourself into batting at number three. Enjoy the luxury of that position. I think he puts himself under tremendous pressure by opening the batting,” he said.Rizvi earns praise after match-winning knockPietersen also heaped praise on Delhi’s young batter Sameer Rizvi, who turned the game with an unbeaten 70 after the Capitals were reduced to 26/4 in a chase of 142.“He played the situation beautifully, and I’m not surprised,” Pietersen said, recalling his time mentoring the youngster. “This kid is a proper player, and we probably need to invest in him for a period of time.”He emphasised the importance of backing young talent, adding, “When you invest in a player, you need trust that he can pay you back, and he has done exactly that.”According to Pietersen, Rizvi’s match-winning effort under pressure in a season opener carries more weight than scoring freely in a high-scoring game, underlining his temperament and potential.

Gold prices fell sharply on Thursday in futures trade, declining by Rs 6,004 to Rs 1,47,704 per 10 grams on the Multi Commodity Exchange, as geopolitical tensions in West Asia intensified and strengthened the US dollar, dampening investor sentiment.The decline marked a reversal from a four-day winning streak, with the June contract of the yellow metal slipping 3.91%, or Rs 6,004.In international markets, Comex gold futures for the June delivery also turned lower after four consecutive sessions of gains, dropping $194.70, or 4.05% to $4,618.40 per ounce.Analysts said the fall came as the US dollar rebounded following statements by US President Donald Trump suggesting a possible escalation in the ongoing conflict with Iran.Gold prices declined on Thursday, ending a four-day gain, as the US dollar rebounded after President Donald Trump warned that the military campaign in Iran could continue with more intense action over the next two to three weeks, Jigar Trivedi, Senior Research Analyst at IndusInd Securities, said.In an address from the White House, Trump stated that Washington’s core strategic objectives in Iran were close to completion. However, he also said the US would strike Iran “extremely hard” over the next two to three weeks, without providing a timeline for ending the conflict or addressing the situation surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, which has disrupted global financial markets.According to Jigar Trivedi, this stance supported the US dollar, which has recently gained traction as a safe-haven asset, thereby pressuring dollar-denominated precious metals like gold.He further added that crude oil prices resumed their upward movement, adding to inflation concerns and expectations of tighter monetary policy conditions.“Traders have fully priced out the prospect of interest rate cuts in 2026 by the US Federal Reserve, a stark reversal from pre-war expectations of two cuts,” Trivedi said.Here’s how much gold costs in your city today:

Gold price in Chennai today

Gold is priced in Chennai at Rs 15,218 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,950 for 22K, and Rs 11,635 for 18K.

Gold price in Mumbai today

In Mumbai, gold is trading at Rs 14,897 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,655 for 22K, and Rs 11,173 for 18K.

Gold price in Delhi today

Gold prices in Delhi stand at Rs 14,912 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,670 for 22K, and Rs 11,188 for 18K.

Gold price in Kolkata today

In Kolkata, gold is priced at Rs 14,897 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,655 for 22K, and Rs 11,173 for 18K.

Gold price in Bangalore today

Gold in Bangalore is available at Rs 14,897 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,655 for 22K, and Rs 11,173 for 18K.

Gold price in Hyderabad today

In Hyderabad, gold is trading at Rs 14,897 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,655 for 22K, and Rs 11,173 for 18K.

Gold price in Ahmedabad today

Ahmedabad is recording gold prices of Rs 14,902 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,660 for 22K, and Rs 11,178 for 18K.

Gold price in Jaipur today

In Jaipur, gold is priced at Rs 14,912 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,670 for 22K, and Rs 11,188 for 18K.

Gold price in Lucknow today

Gold in Lucknow stands at Rs 14,912 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,670 for 22K, and Rs 11,188 for 18K.

Gold price in Bhubaneswar today

In Bhubaneswar, gold is trading at Rs 14,897 per 10 grams for 24K, Rs 13,655 for 22K, and Rs 11,173 for 18K.