In a bid to wash his hands off the criticism that BRS leaders were being arrested following orders from Gandhi Bhavan, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday claimed that the police were not working under any political pressure in the State. Stressing that police behaviour towards the victims gets accolades for State government, the Chief Minister said police should redefine friendly policing and be polite towards victims and act tough on offenders. “If any people try to boast about their status and connections, put them behind bars. When elected public representatives visit police stations, they should respect the police,” Revanth Reddy said, stressing that police should not consider designations of people and that protocol did not apply to criminals. Speaking at the Praja Palana Vijayotsavalu here on Friday, the Chief Minister, in an indirect hint at the recent protests by special police battalion personnel, said the uniformed force was expected to work with (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); discipline. “In case of any issues, you can raise the same with senior officers. If not, you can approach the Deputy Chief Minister or me,” Revanth Reddy said, adding that police personnel should not get embroiled in any issues as they solve people’s issues. Stating that December 6 was observed as Home Guards Raising Day, the Chief Minister said the daily honorarium was increased from Rs.921 to Rs.1,000. Similarly, the weekly parade allowance was increased from Rs.100 to Rs.200, he said. Rs.5 lakh exgratia would be offered to the families of Home Guards, if they lose lives on duty. Measures would be taken to extend support to Home Guards and treatment under Rajiv Arogyasri as well, he said, also adding that with increasing drug related cases at educational institutions, school and college managements should recruit professionals to observe changes among students and curb the drug menace. Special courts would be set up to solve drug related and cyber crime cases in six months, he added.
Winners, losers as Rams beat 49ers 12-6 on Thursday Night FootballThe NHL Department of Player Safety has handed out/not handed out additional punishment to Nikita Kucherov for his dirty hit on Florida's Matthew Tkachuk. During Monday's game between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning, forward Nikita Kucherov laid in a dangerous hit to Matthew Tkachuk's knee, leading to him getting a five minute major and a game misconduct. It was something that Kucherov is no stranger to, as he is known for some questionable hits and has felt the ire of the league once before, being suspended in 2019 during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Well the league has decided on what to do with Kucherov's hit, as the Department of Player Safety won't hand out any further punishment for the collision. The Department Of Player Safety's Busy Season The NHL has been busy this season, having to determine several cases and just recently handed out a lengthy eight game suspension to New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe for his dangerous elbow on Dallas' Miro Heiskanen. Kucherov's lack of punishment could be an indicator the league is only cracking down on obvious intentional hits, though one could argue Kucherov targeted Tkachuk's knee. It's been a rough season for the DPoS, considering they have already had to deal with things such as Ryan Reaves' suspension, not handing out punishments to players like Jacob Trouba or Zach Whitecloud, and also having to contend with hockey executives who aren't too happy about how business is being conducted. It's strange the NHL wouldn't at least give a fine for the incident, though there may be some consideration after the break and retroactively attach some punishment for Kucherov. The Tampa Bay Lightning can thank the NHL for not coming down too harshly on their star forward, as the team can't afford any lost time with the tight Atlantic Division only being separated by a few points. For now, the star forward can thank the NHL DPoS for the Christmas gift of having no punishments and some extra money in his ever-growing bank account for the holidays. This article first appeared on Hockey Patrol and was syndicated with permission.
OTTAWA — Zayne Parekh lived a strange week earlier this month. The Calgary Flames prospect was crushed after being left off Canada's list of selection camp hopefuls for the upcoming world junior hockey championship. A chance to pull on the red Maple Leaf was a dream. At age 18, there would still be next year. Not seeing his name alongside the rest of the country's marquee under-20 talent still stung. Some five days later, however, the defenceman from Nobleton, Ont., selected ninth overall at June's NHL draft, was making travel plans for the nation's capital — handed an unexpected lifeline that kept his tournament quest alive. "A lot of motivation came from finding out that I wasn't on the team," said Parekh, who replaced the injured Harrison Brunicke last Friday. "A bit devastated because every kid wants to represent their country on the highest stage. "Glad I got a second opportunity." Oshawa Generals winger Beckett Sennecke, meanwhile, waited until Monday for his tap on the shoulder with Easton Cowan being held out of action this week as a precaution. The No. 3 pick in 2024 wants to do everything he can to ensure it doesn't get slammed shut a second time. "It's tough to not see your (name) on there," said 18-year-old, who like Parekh has another year of world junior eligibility. "Getting the call a couple days later was extremely exciting. "I have certain qualities that they like. I'm trying to display those." Parekh and Sennecke were last to enter the building. That doesn't mean they'll be the first two out. "You've got to cut the number off at some point," said Hockey Canada's Peter Anholt, who heads the organization's under-20 program. "They're here now to show us what they can do and see if they can cut out a niche." Parehk and Sennecke took part in Thursday's exhibition game against a team of university all-stars at TD Place that saw Canada register a 5-2 victory. Sennecke picked up two assists. The Canadians face the U Sports squad again Friday before the national program's brain trust trims its roster. Parekh had an admittedly slow start to his Ontario Hockey League campaign with the Saginaw Spirit after winning last season's Memorial Cup, going through the draft process and taking part in Calgary's training camp. "They know I'm capable of playing with the puck," the six-foot, 180-pound defender with 34 points across 25 games said of Canada's management group. "You've got to step on the ice with a purpose and compete as hard as you can. I'm going to try and leave a good impression on all the staff." Sennecke is in a similar boat. The six-foot-four, 195-pound forward needs to show he can play a 200-foot game to have a chance of sticking with Canada — a powerhouse aiming to rebound off a disastrous fifth-place finish 12 months ago in Sweden — for the annual showcase set to open Dec. 26 in Ottawa. "Size, speed, direct game, a heavy game," Sennecke said of his attributes. "Going to continue to do what I do." The Toronto native has 44 points in 26 contests with Oshawa, including six goals and eight assists in three appearances after initially being told he hadn't been invited to try out at TD Place. "Hockey gods kind of rewarding me," he said with a smile. "A couple good games where everything went in." After bitter disappointment followed by excitement, both Parekh and Sennecke still cling to a world junior dream. "You watch it every Christmas," Sennecke said. "The staple of a Canadian hockey family." "It definitely got taken away from me," Parekh added. "But I'm grateful to be here ... I have a pretty good feeling." NHL PEDIGREE Canada doesn't expect any of its three eligible NHLers — Chicago's Connor Bedard, San Jose's Macklin Celebrini or Buffalo's Zach Benson — to be made available for the tournament, but there will still pro experience in the fold. Oshawa centre Calum Ritchie played seven games with Colorado in the fall, while Guelph Storm counterpart Jett Luchanko suited up four times with Philadelphia. Carolina prospect Bradly Nadeau has already been confirmed on Canada's final roster — he will join up following selection camp — after playing once in the NHL last season before suiting up for the American Hockey League's Chicago Wolves in 2024-25. SECOND CHANCE Tanner Molendyk made Canada's roster last year only to break his wrist in pre-tournament play. The Nashville Predators defence prospect is back with unfinished business. "I flew home Christmas Eve and then watched Boxing Day," said Molendyk, who figures to have a big role this time around. "It was tough, didn't get the results they wanted. Hopefully this year we can change that around and flip the script." This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 12, 2024. Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian PressSIGNS OF SUPPORT: Lamar motivated by signs ahead of state quarterfinal gameConstruction ends on Port Kembla Energy Terminal
A Stock Market Thanksgiving: CrowdStrike, Burlington Lead Earnings RosterThe country’s most electric running back on the nation’s bluest turf will take Mountain West Conference center stage on Friday night. Ashton Jeanty and No. 10 Boise State host No. 22 UNLV for the championship in what will be a rematch of one of the Broncos' toughest games this season. Other than their loss to Oregon, the Broncos beat the Rebels by only 5 points on Oct. 25, which was their second-slimmest win margin behind their 17-13 victory at Wyoming. The Broncos only lost to now-No. 1 Oregon (which was No. 7 at the time), 37-34, for their only loss this season. Fans looking to watch this college football game on FOX can do so for free on fuboTV , which offers a free trial (and $30 off your first month ) or on DirecTV Stream , which also offers a free trial. SlingTV has promotional offers available , as well. Who : Boise State Broncos vs. UNLV Rebels When : 8:00 PM ET, December 6, 2024 Where : Albertsons Stadium, Boise Stream : fuboTV (free trial + $30 off your first month) ; or Sling ; or DirecTV Stream Betting: Check out our MA sports betting guide , where you can learn basic terminology, definitions and how to read odds for those interested in learning how to bet in Massachusetts. More College Football RELATED CONTENT: Ashton Jeanty rushes for 226 yards, Boise State beats Oregon State 34-18 By JASON CHATRAW Associated Press BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Ashton Jeanty rushed for 226 yards and a touchdown, Maddux Madsen threw for two TDs and rushed for one, and No. 11 Boise State defeated Oregon State 34-18 Friday. Jeanty’s performance moved him into fifth place among FBS all-time single-season rushing leaders, leaving him 54 yards behind fourth-place Marcus Allen. Jeanty trails record-holder Barry Sanders, who rushed for 2,628 yards in 1988, by 340 yards with at least two more games guaranteed. Boise State (11-1, No. 11 CFP) remains the top-ranked conference leader among the Group of Five teams vying for the automatic bid in the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff. The Broncos suffered their lone defeat in September at No. 1 Oregon 37-34. “We’re proud of what we’ve done this season, but we’re not done yet,” Boise State coach Spencer Danielson said. “We’ve never won back to back Mountain West championships, and that and the rest of our goals are still ahead of us.” The Broncos will host either Colorado State or UNLV in the Mountain West championship game on Friday with a bid to the playoffs on the line. “We took a step as a program this week, but we’re going to need to take a big one next week,” Danielson said. Oregon State (5-7) ends its first season after the mass exodus from the Pac-12 ineligible for a bowl game. “Obviously, this season is not how we wanted it to go, but it’s a stepping stone for the future,” said Oregon State cornerback Skyler Thomas, the team’s leading tackler this season. “I’m most definitely planning on coming back.” Boise State built a 14-0 lead in the first quarter on an 11-yard pass to Austin Bolt from Madsen and a 7-yard TD run by Jeanty. The Broncos were poised to add to their lead late in the second quarter when Jeanty broke through the Oregon State line and was headed for end zone when Skyler Thomas punched the ball loose and the Beavers recovered on the 8. It was only the second lost fumble of Jeanty’s career. Two plays later, Anthony Hankerson ripped off an 83-yard TD run to cut the deficit in half with 1:48 remaining in the half. But Boise State responded with an eight-play, 75-yard drive, scoring on a 6-yard pass from Madsen to Latrell Caples with 20 seconds left to take a 21-7 lead into halftime. Oregon State chipped away at Boise State’s lead and pulled within 27-18 early in the fourth quarter but couldn’t stop a determined Broncos offense late when the Beavers needed a stop. Madsen was 17-of-33 passing for 195 yards for Boise State, while Ben Gulbranson threw for 226 yards and a touchdown for Oregon State. Hankerson led the Beavers' rushing attack with 110 yards. Takeaways Oregon State: The Beavers, who lost 25 players to the transfer portal a year ago, will enter 2025 in conference limbo as they await the reorganization of the Pac-12 in the 2026 season. And that means first-year coach Trent Bray’s off-season priority will be retaining his key players and shoring up his roster. Boise State: It might seem like nitpicking after an 11-1 season, but the Broncos continue to look vulnerable in one aspect on defense-explosive plays. While the defense has carried the team when the offense has sputtered, Boise State entered the game ranked in the bottom third of FBS teams and gave up another six plays over 20 yards to Oregon State. It will need to do better against far better competition on the horizon. Up next Oregon State’s 2024 regular season is complete and will host California on Aug. 30 to open the 2025 season. Boise State will play either Colorado State or UNLV at home Friday in the Mountain West Conference championship game. ___ What is DirecTV Stream? DirecTV Stream is an internet TV service that offers your favorite entertainment, news and sports channels, as well as local TV stations and regional sports networks . DirecTV Stream can be purchased for $79.98/month for your first two months when you sign up for the ENTERTAINMENT package and add DIRECTV Sports Pack. What is FuboTV ? FuboTV is a streaming service that has made a significant mark in the live sports market in the United States. It offers a range of pricing plans: The basic plan, the “Pro” package, provides an assortment of channels, including sports, news, and entertainment options like Showtime for $79.99 per month. What is SlingTV? Here’s what you can watch on Sling TV, with plans starting at $40 : Baseball (MLB), Basketball (NBA, NCAAB), Combat Sports (Boxing, UFC, MMA), Football (NCAAF, NFL), Golf, Hockey, Motorsports, Olympics, Soccer, Tennis and Wrestling. The Associated Press contributed to this article
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