New Zealand batter Bevon Jacobs expressed his excitement about potentially batting for the first time at his home ground, Eden Park, in the upcoming fourth T20I against India, reflecting on his 'full circle moment' from watching the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup matches there as a fan.
Social media erupted with memes and witty one-liners featuring Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar following Donald Trump's Republican Party's significant losses in the US mid-term polls. These memes humorously suggested Kumar's intervention could have prevented Trump's defeat, drawing parallels to an ongoing "vote chori" controversy in India. The widespread losses for Trump's party were attributed to public anger over his policies.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, who heads the ruling NCP, met party legislators in Mumbai on Tuesday. The meeting, attended by around 50 MLAs and ministers, aimed to discuss party unity, future election strategies for 2029, and organisational strengthening. This gathering followed a meeting of senior NCP leaders with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, which Sunetra Pawar did not attend.
A Delhi court has acquitted a man, his parents, and a relative of charges of dowry death and abetment of suicide in connection with the death of a 20-year-old woman. The court found that the prosecution failed to prove dowry-related cruelty or that the accused instigated her suicide beyond reasonable doubt.
South African captain Temba Bavuma acknowledged the pressure of being World Test Champions after their series-levelling win against Australia. He highlighted the team's realisation of facing strong opposition and praised key performances from himself, Marco Jansen, and Kagiso Rabada. The victory sets up an exciting series decider in Cape Town.
Pakistan is set to host the 14th South Asian Games in April next year across Islamabad, Lahore, and Peshawar, after a six-year delay. While the South Asia Olympic Council has approved the dates and venues, India's participation remains uncertain due to political tensions, despite its representative attending the planning meeting.
'It was very challenging to understand how to get into this character because when you say gangster, you also have to remember that she comes from a very royal family. So it's almost like I'm a gangster, but I'm also thinking in my head that I'm a queen.'
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their winning streak in early trade, with Sensex jumping 614.66 points and Nifty rallying 149.80 points. This surge is attributed to a sharp correction in crude oil prices, continued foreign fund inflows, and positive Q2 results, creating an ideal environment for the market rally to continue.
A criminal named Savan, allegedly associated with the notorious Chhaimar gang and carrying a Rs 1 lakh reward, was arrested in south Delhi's Maidan Garhi area after an exchange of fire with Delhi Police. Savan sustained a bullet injury and was hospitalised. He was reportedly conducting reconnaissance for dacoity and is wanted in multiple serious criminal cases across Uttar Pradesh and Punjab.
India does not need to win the model race to win the AI era. It needs to be the country that cannot be switched off, can be trusted by its citizens, and is useful to the rest of the world, asserts Rajeev Srinivasan.
India's second-string football team is set to kick off its SAFF Championship campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on Thursday in Dhaka. The main Indian squad is unavailable due to international friendlies and ISL club reluctance to release players outside the FIFA window. U-23 coach Naushad Moosa leads the team, which will gradually reach full strength after November 9.
Veteran Australian batter Steve Smith is battling a neck injury, raising concerns about his ability to bat on the final day of the second Test against South Africa, as Australia fights to salvage a draw after being forced to follow on.
Kagiso Rabada and Steve Smith's intense rivalry has reignited as South Africa and Australia head into a decisive third Test in Cape Town. Rabada's recent dismissal of Smith in the second Test, coupled with their history from the 2018 series marked by controversy, sets the stage for a thrilling encounter. Both players acknowledge the competitive spirit, with Smith reflecting on his past ban.
As the cycle enters a crucial phase, the teams now look to strengthen their case for a top-two finish.
Indian airlines are increasingly focusing on developing in-house maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities to support their rapidly expanding fleets and reduce reliance on overseas facilities. This strategic shift is driven by market growth projections, with India's MRO market expected to triple to USD 9.5 billion by 2035, and recent geopolitical challenges highlighting the need for domestic capacity.
Bengal skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran acknowledges his modest run-scoring this Ranji Trophy season but asserts the value of his contributions in crucial match situations. Despite a first-class average over 46, he has only one half-century this season. Easwaran, who was part of the 2025 England Test squad but later lost his India A place, remains optimistic about scoring big soon and stresses the need for Bengal's batting unit to take responsibility after a recent collapse.
Following the US midterm elections where Democrats gained control of both the House and Senate, former President Donald Trump has asserted his intention to use his 'Veto' power against what he calls 'insane' legislative proposals from Congress, signalling a period of divided government.
India's Defence Ministry has sealed contracts worth Rs 53,866 crore with Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for eight next-generation warships for the Indian Navy. These indigenously designed corvettes will bolster India's combat prowess in the Indian Ocean and support the 'Make-in-India' initiative, creating significant employment opportunities.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw significant gains in early trade, primarily driven by a strong performance from Reliance Industries following its record quarterly profit announcement and a notable decline in global crude oil prices. Positive foreign fund inflows and a buoyant trend in Asian markets further contributed to the market's optimism.Track Sensex, Nifty on November 2.
The IDBI Bank stake sale could generate over Rs 26,500 crore, helping the government surpass its annual divestment target, notes A K Bhattacharya.
The opening day of the WTA 250 Chennai Open was completely washed out on Monday due to persistent heavy rain, exacerbated by an active northeast monsoon and a cyclonic weather system over the Bay of Bengal. Organisers have rescheduled all 16 first-round singles matches for Tuesday, with play set to begin at 11 am, as they grapple with the challenging weather conditions that also affected last year's event.
Two police personnel were killed and another injured while guarding an anti-polio vaccination team in Pakistan's Mohmand district on Tuesday. In a separate incident, four polio workers were abducted in Tank district on the same day. These attacks occurred on the first day of a four-day nationwide anti-polio drive, highlighting the ongoing security challenges faced by vaccination efforts in Pakistan, one of two countries where polio remains endemic.
Kochi City Police Commissioner Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar was transferred and R Nishanthini appointed in his place following controversy over the police's handling of a fatal road accident. The incident involved a 17-year-old son of an Additional District Judge, who allegedly rammed his Mercedes-Benz into a scooter, killing a 55-year-old eatery owner. Four police personnel were suspended, and the judge has been booked under the Motor Vehicles Act. The probe has been transferred to the District Crime Branch.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw gains in early trade, primarily driven by strong buying in Reliance Industries and sustained foreign fund inflows. Adani Ports also emerged as a significant gainer after reporting an 18 per cent rise in consolidated net profit. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 29.
Two men have been arrested in Madhya Pradesh's Sheopur district for allegedly shooting an Indian-born cheetah, KNG-22, last month. The cheetah was found injured on October 25 and died two days later. A special task force investigated the incident, leading to the recovery of the double-barrel muzzle-loading gun used in the crime and the arrest of the two siblings.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed significantly higher, with the Sensex rallying 1,233 points and the Nifty climbing to 23,440.80. This surge was primarily fuelled by a sharp increase in Reliance Industries' share price following strong quarterly earnings and a notable decline in crude oil prices.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their rally in early trade, driven by strong buying in IT firms and an earnings-driven surge in Tata Group's retail arm, Trent, which reported a 25 per cent increase in net profit.
Goa is actively expanding its tourism appeal beyond traditional beaches by strategically positioning itself as a premier international destination for sporting events. This initiative aims to attract athletes and sports enthusiasts globally, diversify tourism offerings, and ensure year-round visitor engagement, fostering economic opportunities for local communities.
Pope Leo XIV welcomed his alma mater Villanova and rivals Notre Dame at the Vatican, joking about divided college loyalties ahead of their basketball clashes in Rome on Sunday.
Pretorius struck 94 off 51 balls and Jansen took three wickets as South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 43 runs, strengthening their final prospects.
Air India group CEO Tewolde Gebremariam announced plans to order more wide-body aircraft to boost international operations, while simultaneously addressing the 'major concern' of high operating costs. The airline aims for profitability 'very soon' despite significant financial losses in recent fiscal years.
The Delhi High Court has expressed concern over the tendency to implicate husband's relatives in matrimonial disputes with sweeping allegations of cruelty. The court also stressed the importance of timely support from a woman's family when she reports marital violence, stating that her concerns should not be dismissed and her return home should not be seen as shameful. These observations were made while discharging a husband from cruelty and abetment to suicide charges in a 2018 case.
Some actors dress for the spotlight. Sai Pallavi, however, seems to bring a little bit of her character wherever she goes. As she steps out for the promotions of Nitesh Tiwari's much-awaited Ramayana, her sari choices are making quite the impression.
A court in Kochi dismissed appeals seeking to cancel the bail granted to a 17-year-old boy, son of an Additional District Sessions Court judge, who was allegedly driving a Mercedes-Benz involved in a fatal accident. The court highlighted procedural lapses by the investigation team and directed police to strictly adhere to the Juvenile Justice Act. The victim's family expressed deep disappointment with the verdict, questioning public confidence in the judiciary.
The Indian men's blind football team began its Asian Para Games campaign with a 0-2 loss against South Korea in Nagoya. South Korea's Jang Yeongjun scored both goals. India is set to play hosts Japan next on Saturday.
Delhi Police's Operation CyHawk 6.0 led to the arrest of 944 people and registration of 1,032 cases in a two-day cybercrime crackdown. The operation investigated 4,002 complaints involving an alleged fraud of Rs 479 crore, targeting organised networks across 17 states and five Union Territories.
Engagement with neighbours has gathered pace, particularly as the conflict in West Asia has exposed their vulnerability to energy supply disruptions.
The Congress party faced a significant defeat in the Karnataka Legislative Council elections, losing all four seats contested. The opposition alliance of BJP and JD(S) secured all segments, with JD(S) wresting one from Congress and BJP retaining three. This outcome, while not affecting government stability, is seen as a moral victory for the opposition and a test of their coordination.
India's ODI captain Shubman Gill has clarified the decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah from the New Zealand ODIs, prioritising the upcoming Test series, and explained India's strategy of preferring taller bowlers for their pace attack.
A fire in a relay room at Kanjurmarg and a foreign wire on the overhead equipment between Mulund and Thane caused significant disruptions to Mumbai's Central Railway suburban services on Monday morning. Commuters faced long delays, with trains stalled for over an hour, leading to overcrowding and passengers walking on tracks. Alternative arrangements were implemented to manage train movements, and services were eventually restored.
