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India’s R-naught value recorded at 4 this week: What it means for 3rd wave

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India records R-naught value of 4 in first week of 2022: What this means for third wave

The spread of the SARS-CoV-2 has been the highest in the first week of January, India’s R-naught value which indicates the spread of the infection revealed. According to a study by IIT Madras, the R-value was recorded at 4 this week, which is way above the R-value recorded ever in India.

What is R-naught value? Why is this important?

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The value indicated the number of people an infected person can spread the disease to. A value above 1 indicates that the pandemic is expanding as 1 suggests 1 infected person can infect another person. A value of 4 means one infected person can spread the infection to four people, which signifies that the transmission of the infection is huge.

Why is R-value 4 alarming?

According to the health ministry, the R-value was 1.69 during the peak of the second wave. Earlier this week, the ministry noted that India’s R-value already breached the peak of the second wave and reached 2.69. IIT Madras analysis said the R-value was close to 2.9 nationally between December 25 and December 31. From January 1 to 6, the value was recorded at 4.

Dr Jayant Jha, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, IIT Madras, told PTI that R-value depends on transmissibility probability, contact rate and the expected time interval in which infection can happen. The preliminary analysis has been done jointly by IIT Madras’ Department of Mathematics and Centre of Excellence for Computational Mathematics and Data Science headed by Prof Neelesh S Upadhye and Prof S Sundar.

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“Now, with the increase in quarantine measures or restrictions, maybe the contact rate will go down and then, in that case, R0 can decrease. So, based on our preliminary analysis, which is just based on the last two weeks, we can tell these numbers, but again, these numbers can change based on how much affirmative action is taken with respect to social gathering and all,” he told PTI.

What it means for 3rd wave

Though the Centre has not termed the ongoing surge as the 3rd wave of the pandemic, it has acknowledged the exponential surge in the number of cases. State health ministers have said that the third wave has already set in. The IIT study predicts that the peak of the third wave will come between February 1 to 15.

The study has also shown that compared to previous waves, there will be a faster and sharper increase to the peak in this wave. However, the impact of the huge vaccine coverage will make this wave different, though now there are fewer restrictions compared to teh first wave when a national lockdown was imposed.

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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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