President Murmu greets citizens on eve of Onam, Milad-un-Nabi
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New Delhi (PTI): President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday greeted citizens on the eve of Onam and Milan-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.
In a message, she said the festival of Onam, celebrated in the joy of the new harvest, is a unique example of Kerala's rich cultural heritage and tradition.
"This festival reminds us of the importance of unity, cooperation and harmony beyond cultural and religious beliefs," Murmu said, adding that it is also an occasion to express gratitude to farmers.
"On this occasion, let us pledge to respect our cultural diversity and strengthen national unity," she said.
The President extended greetings to all citizens, especially "the brothers and sisters of Kerala living in India and abroad," according to a statement issued by her office.
In another message on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi, she said the occasion inspires one to imbibe the prophet's teachings and promote peace and harmony in the society.
"Prophet Muhammad gave the message of unity and service to humanity," Murmu said.
"On this auspicious occasion, let us take inspiration from the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and strive in the spirit of love and brotherhood," the President added.
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KKR defeat LSG via Super Over
Lucknow (PTI): Kolkata Knight Riders edged Lucknow Super Giants via Super Overs in a battle between two bottom-placed teams in the IPL, here on Sunday.
Chasing a modest 156, LSG suffered a batting collapse and managed to tie the contest and take it to Super Over with No. 9 Mohammed Shami striking a last-ball six against a wayward Kartik Tyagi, who leaked 16 runs in the final over.
But Sunil Narine bowled a stunning Super Over conceding just one run and taking two wickets to give KKR an easy target.
Rinku Singh then finished the chase with a boundary off first ball from Prince Yadav.
Earlier the KKR were in deep trouble with 93/7 in 15 overs but Rinku smashed a sensational 83 not out from 51 balls including four sixes in a row in the final over to lift them to 155/7.
Cameron Green (34) was the only other batter to reach double-digit scores as KKR suffered a familiar batting meltdown with Mohsin taking his maiden fifer.
In reply, LSG continued their dismal show with the bat to succumb to their fifth loss in a row.
Brief Scores:
Kolkata Knight Riders 155/7; 20 overs (Rinku Singh 83 not out, Cameron Green 34; Mohsin Khan 5/23). Lucknow Super Giants 155/8; 20 overs (Rishabh Pant 42). KKR won via Super Over.
