Preity Zinta Supports Punjab Kings Playoff Push with Golden Temple Seva Preity Zinta, owner of the IPL team Punjab Kings, visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar ahead of the tournament’s final phase, where she performed seva in the langar hall and expressed confidence in her team’s playoff prospects. The visit, which took place on May 9, 2026, was marked by her humility and spiritual devotion, as she emphasized the importance of divine blessings and the players’ efforts in securing a spot in the playoffs. Zinta, who arrived at the Sri Darbar Sahib, shared her thoughts with the media, stating, “Baba Ji called, he invited, so we came.” She highlighted the team’s reliance on both divine favor and the dedication of its players, acknowledging that their success would depend on a combination of faith and hard work. Her comments reflected her belief in the team’s potential, despite the challenges of the competition. The Punjab Kings, led by captain Shreyas Iyer, have been a dominant force in the IPL 2026 season. As of May 10, 2026, the team stood third in the points table with six wins, three losses, and one no-result in 10 matches. Their Net Run Rate of +0.571 underscores their strong performance, particularly in the early stages of the tournament. Zinta noted that the team’s momentum was evident, with five consecutive victories in their opening six games, including a record-breaking chase of 265 runs against Delhi Capitals. Zinta also took the opportunity to praise her captain, Shreyas Iyer, whose leadership has earned him the affectionate nickname “Sarpanch” among Punjab fans. She credited the team’s morale and unity, emphasizing that Iyer’s guidance has been instrumental in their success.#shreyas_iyer #delhi_capitals #punjab_kings #golden_temple #preity_zinta
Baisakhi 2026: Is Baisakhi On April 13 Or 14? Check Date, History, Significance And Celebrations Baisakhi, a festival deeply rooted in the cultural and religious traditions of northern India, particularly Punjab, is celebrated annually to mark the harvest of the rabi crop, especially wheat. This event symbolizes the culmination of agricultural labor and the joy of abundance for farmers. For the Sikh community, Baisakhi holds profound historical and spiritual significance, commemorating the formation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. The festival also coincides with the solar new year, known as Mesha Sankranti, and is tied to the astronomical transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign Aries. The date of Baisakhi varies each year because it is determined by the solar calendar rather than a fixed Gregorian calendar date. This variation arises from the Sun’s movement into Aries, which occurs at different times each year. In 2026, Baisakhi will be observed on April 14, as the Sun is expected to transition into Aries at 09:39 AM according to Drik Panchang. While April 13 is historically significant for Sikh history, including the founding of the Khalsa Panth and the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the astronomical alignment for the new solar year places the festival on April 14. For Sikhs, Baisakhi is a moment of spiritual renewal and collective identity. The festival marks the establishment of the Khalsa Panth in 1699, a pivotal event that formalized Sikh values such as courage, equality, discipline, and selfless service. Guru Gobind Singh’s creation of the Khalsa transformed Sikhism into a distinct religious and social movement, emphasizing the principles of justice and community service.#guru_granth_sahib #baisakhi_2026 #guru_gobind_singh #jallianwala_bagh_massacre #golden_temple
