On this special edition of To The Point, the focus is on the IPL 2025 final between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Punjab Kings have won the toss and chosen to bowl first, going against the record books that favour batting first at this venue. The programme explores the excitement amongst fans, the significance of jersey number 18 for Virat Kohli, and the anticipation of a new IPL champion. Both teams are aiming for their first IPL title.
India Today’s Shivani Sharma reports from the ground at Soroka Hospital in Be’er Sheva, southern Israel, which was hit by an Iranian ballistic missile on the morning of April 19. The surgical ward of this 1,000-bed hospital suffered severe damage, with around 80 people injured
The report focuses on Indian workers in Baityam, Israel, amid ongoing missile attacks in the Iran-Israel conflict. It describes the destruction of a multi-story building where five people lost their lives. Indian construction workers, residing in Israel for over a year, share their experiences of living under constant threat, with some considering returning to India. They mention frequent visits to shelters and express concerns about their safety and future.
India Today's Shivani Sharma reports from missile-hit areas in Israel, showcasing the devastation in Betiam. A multi-story building damaged by an Iranian missile strike resulted in five fatalities. The report highlights cordoned-off areas, sirens warning of missile threats, and Prime Minister Netanyahu's stance on continuing operations. Damages are visible across multiple buildings and cities in Israel, with restricted access to affected areas.
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