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Fight for the flight of black kites

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Fight for the flight of black kites

What started in 2003 with the rescue of a lone black kite turned into a complete mission 20 years later to rescue and restore a bird of prey or raptor. Wildlife Rescue, founded by brothers Nadeem Shehzad and Muhammad Saud, has been involved in more than 23,000 raptor and bird rescues since registering the organization in 2010.

The work and selfless commitment of the two brothers to save Derry’s Black Kite and other birds of prey is honored in filmmaker Shaunak Sen’s documentary All That Breathes, which was awarded at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival World Documentary Awards Jury Prize.

A loud whistle welcomes you as you enter the vicinity of the Bird Rehabilitation Centre, located on the roof of an unassuming residential building in Wazirabad, North Delhi. At any given time, the roofs that have been converted into flight cages are home to at least 100 birds of prey, most of them black kites. The top of the cage is open for birds that have recovered enough to fly out on their own. The building is also home to one of the brothers, whose family lives on the floors below this rehab center. The adjoining building houses a clinic and intensive care unit.

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Nineteen rescues were reported today, including a barn owl with a broken wing. Saud sits at the operating table, providing first aid to a groggy black kite. It suffers from wounds caused by manjas (threads made of nylon or cotton and coated with glass powder) used for kite flying. The bird will later be operated on by a veterinarian who works part-time with the team.

Most bird hospitals in Delhi are run by Jain temples. As a result, raptors were ineligible for treatment due to their dietary needs for meat. “We save raptors and waterbirds, most of which are carnivores, from being treated at the Jain Charity Bird Hospital. Only one other center, Wildlife SOS, provides them with the diets they need,” Shehzad said.

In 2017, the Delhi government banned the use of glass coating lines or Chinese Manja across the board. However, most of the injuries were reportedly caused by Manja. “We’ve been studying the damage done to birds during kite flying season. The manja wound is so severe that it cuts through tendons, muscles and even bone. The wound looks like it’s been cut with a scalpel. In this case, the main The concern is how to get the bird airborne again? It’s tricky and the surgery requires extreme precision,” Shehzad said.

Over the years, with the help of other veterinarians and human physicians, the team has conducted extensive research into repairing such injuries with in-house veterinarians. “We pioneered a new way to repair this type of injury. We even presented it at the National Wildlife Rehabilitation Association (NWRA) in 2018, one of the largest annual wildlife conferences in Los Angeles,” Shehzad said.

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KKR issue clarification on viral Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh moment with fresh video

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KKR issue clarification on viral Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh moment with fresh video

A shocking clip went viral on social media after Delhi Capitals lost their second consecutive game at home against Kolkata Knight Riders. DC spinner Kuldeep Yadav was caught on live TV slapping KKR batter Rinku Singh twice after the game. The clip shows Kuldeep, Rinku, and a few other players sharing a laugh after the game. Kuldeep then slapped Rinku, likely playful.

Manner, but it did not sit well with the latter. Rinku was left embarrassed and shocked at the sight. Kuldeep then slapped him again, this time, leaving him enraged as he had a word with his India teammate. The context behind Kuldeep’s act remains unknown, and fans on social media have called it his “worst behavior” and called for BCCI to “ban” him. The incident.

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Sparked controversy and speculation on social media Kolkata, April 30, 2025 — Following a day of intense backlash and speculation surrounding a viral video where Kuldeep Yadav appeared to slap Rinku Singh twice during a live broadcast, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) issued an influence millions,” said cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle. “There’s a thin line between. official clarification late Tuesday evening, releasing a new behind-the-scenes video to address.

The incident, which took place during a post-match interview after the IPL 2025 game between Delhi Capitals and KKR, sparked social media fury, with many fans demanding disciplinary action against Kuldeep. The visuals showed the left-arm spinner walking up to Rinku Singh and slapping him twice in quick succession the second slap drawing a visibly.

The controversy and calm public outrage.stunned and displeased reaction from the KKR star. The clip went viral, drawing criticism and questions about player conduct on national This may have been a joke, but there needs to be an understanding of optics. Live sports television However, in their official statement, KKR clarified that the moment was taken “out of context” and that both players are long-time friends engaging in “harmless banter.”

KKR’s Statement and Video Release

In a post shared on social media platforms, KKR wrote There’s more to the story than meets the eye. Friends on and off the field — Kuldeep and Rinku share a close bond, and what appeared to be aggressive was nothing more than playful teasing. Here’s the full clip for context The franchise attached a longer, unedited video showing the two players laughing.

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The video appears to support KKR’s claim that the incident was light-hearted and not malicious, although some fans continue to debate whether the act was appropriate for a live telecast and joking both before and after the slapping moment. In the extended footage, Rinku is seen smiling and lightly pushing Kuldeep back after the second slap, with both players sharing a brief hug and continuing their chat casually with the media team.

Rinku and Kuldeep Speak Out

Adding to the clarification, Rinku Singh posted on Instagram banter and discomfort Former cricketer Aakash Chopra echoed a similar the takeaway should be more about self-awareness on public platforms Bhai hai mera, sab mazaak tha doston! Don’t believe everything you see in a 5-second clip. Chill karo Kuldeep is like a brother, it was all a joke, friends! Don’t believe.

Mixed Reactions from Fans and Experts

While many fans expressed relief at the clarification, others continued to stress the also responded via X (formerly Twitter) everything you see in a short clip “When your brother plays for the other team, you tease him a little! Love you, Rinku! Good game, bro to
importance of maintaining professionalism on live broadcasts, even among close friend.

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