1. Today is the make-or-break match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru at 7.30 p.m. and cricket fans are hoping for clear skies. Bengaluru has been witnessing intermittent spells of rain. Though Bengalureans woke up to clear skies, the forecast for today by IMD says: “Generally cloudy sky. Light to moderate rain or thundershowers very likely towards evening or night in some areas.” RCB not only have to win but also ensure that their current run rate improves and is better than CSK to qualify.
2. Today is the birthday of Janata Dal (Secular) supremo H.D. Deve Gowda. Breaking his silence for the first time on the allegations of sexual abuse against his grandson and Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, he said law will take its course in the case. However, he claimed that his son H.D. Revanna (father of Prajwal) was being ‘harassed’ by the Congress government. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished him on X and said, “He is respected across the political spectrum for his service to the nation. His passion towards agriculture and rural development are remarkable. Praying for his long and healthy life.”
3. Charaka Women’s Co-operative Society in collaboration with Desi Trust and Ragi Kana is organising ‘Uttariya’, a five-day series of events at Bangalore International Centre, Domlur. It started yesterday and goes on till May 22. An exhibition-cum-sale of handloom and handmade products is on today between 10.30 a.m and 8 p.m. Handwoven fabric, sarees, stoles and readymade garments by Desi, Tula and other brands will be on display. Handmade products made of natural fibres, such as wool, banana fiber, bamboo, and curated products from selected brands will be available.
