Virat Kohli surpassed Sachin Tendulkar to become ODI cricket's highest run-scorer in chases with 8,741 runs, while equalling Ricky Ponting and breaching 13,000 runs at number three.
SAP has announced new programmes to train two million people in India with AI-ready skills by 2030, as part of its global initiative to upskill 12 million individuals worldwide. The company will collaborate with academic institutions, industry partners, and government bodies to expand access to AI, cloud, data, and enterprise technologies, leveraging India's significant role in the global tech workforce.
India's Sharath Makanahalli secured a bronze medal in the men's 1500m T12 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, achieving a season's best time. This marks his second medal at the Games, following a silver in the previous edition.
A 23-year-old UPSC aspirant was arrested in Uttar Pradesh for making a hoax call to his former roommate in Delhi, falsely claiming a Pakistan-based terror organisation was planning blasts. The accused, Suraj Verma, used a landline and modulated his voice to make the prank appear serious. Police cracked the case within 48 hours through technical surveillance and coordination with the Uttar Pradesh Police.
Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Mirabai Chanu is set to compete in the women's 53kg category at the IWF World Championships in Ningbo, China, marking her debut in this weight class. This move is strategic as her preferred 48kg/49kg categories will not feature in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. While not expected to medal in this initial outing, the event serves as a crucial step in her Olympic qualification journey. Other Indian lifters, including Gyaneshwari Yadav and Lovepreet Singh, are also participating, aiming to improve their personal bests and earn ranking points for the upcoming Games.
Kane Williamson revealed that a heartfelt conversation with Virat Kohli a day before retiring helped him find clarity, reassess his motivation and walk away after 16 years.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower, primarily due to declines in Reliance Industries and IT sector stocks, coupled with rising crude oil prices and investor caution ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot with forming the country's next government, marking a significant political setback for incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot secured recommendations from 67 lawmakers, while Netanyahu received 46, highlighting a shift in parliamentary support.
The United Forum of IDBI Officers and Employees has strongly opposed the proposed sale of a majority stake in IDBI Bank to Canada-based Fairfax Financial Holdings, demanding an immediate suspension of the process and a comprehensive review under parliamentary scrutiny.
India's Shaurya Sharma shot a five-under 67 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead at the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. He is now at four-under 212, with Md Siddikur Rahman and Arin Ahuja tied for second. Nim Dorji Tamang made history as the first Bhutanese player to make the cut.
Funding for Indian tech companies fell to a 12-month low of USD 592 million in October, a 24.3 per cent month-on-month decline, primarily driven by a 72 per cent plunge in late-stage funding, despite an increase in the number of funding rounds.
The Indian rupee and government bonds are expected to face volatility in Samvat 2083, influenced by geopolitical developments in West Asia, crude oil prices, domestic inflation, and foreign capital flows, leading to cautious investor sentiment.
An assistant sub-inspector and a head constable in Georai, Beed district, were booked by the Anti-Corruption Bureau on Thursday for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 1,000 bribe from an autorickshaw driver to release his seized vehicle.
South Korea and Japan have secured their spots in the semifinals of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament. South Korea defeated Bangladesh 5-0, while Japan drew 2-2 with China. India and Malaysia had already qualified for the next stage.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded higher in early sessions, driven by sustained foreign fund inflows and moderate crude oil prices, even as global markets experienced a significant sell-off, particularly in the US and Asia. Track Sensex, Nifty on November 6, 2026.
The Delhi Traffic Police has intensified its enforcement drive under GRAP anti-pollution measures, issuing 433 challans for no-entry violations, checking 7,657 vehicles at city borders, and turning back 609 vehicles for not meeting prescribed emission standards, leading to massive traffic snarls.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog stated on Thursday evening that it is unclear who has the ability to form a government, despite Gadi Eisenkot receiving 67 recommendations and Benjamin Netanyahu 46. This uncertainty stems from mutual vetoes between and within political blocs, particularly concerning the inclusion of Arab parties due to their stance on Hamas. Herzog plans to hold personal talks with party leaders before tasking someone on Sunday.
An expatriate businessman, Abdul Rafeeq, has been arrested in a controversial POCSO case in Kerala after the High Court upheld the cancellation of his bail. His arrest led to jubilant celebrations and demands for justice from local residents in Maniyoor, who had previously protested alleged police inaction and Rafeeq's initial bail.
Shuchita Patel, an Indian-American Democrat, is making a historic bid for Forsyth County Commissioner in Georgia, a region with a dark racial past. Running against a 16-year unopposed incumbent, Patel aims to bring change and stand up to what she calls a "bully" opponent, driven by a desire to create a better community for future generations amidst a deeply divided American political landscape.
Former Israel Defence Forces chief Gadi Eisenkot has secured majority support from newly elected Knesset members, including key Arab parties, to be tasked with forming the next Israeli government. This development comes after the October 27 elections resulted in a political deadlock, with neither Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor Eisenkot's camp achieving a clear majority. Arab parties, holding 19 seats, emerged as kingmakers, recommending Eisenkot despite acknowledging disagreements, aiming to replace Netanyahu's government.
Indian judoka Khushbu Rajakbhai secured a silver medal in the women's 63kg category at the Youth Olympic Games, becoming the second Indian judoka to achieve this feat. Swimmer Dhinidhi Desinghu also earned a bronze medal in the women's 100m freestyle. Khushbu's journey to the final was impressive, though she lost to a strong German opponent. Dhinidhi's bronze marks another significant achievement in her young career.
The lone survivor of the Guwahati hotel firing incident, Satyendra Pathak, has been discharged from the hospital after responding well to treatment. The incident, which occurred on October 26, claimed five lives due to a dispute over hotel management. The prime accused, Ghanakanta Gogoi, was later killed in a police encounter while allegedly attempting to escape custody.
Ghanakanta Gogoi, the prime accused in the recent firing incident at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati that resulted in five deaths, has been sent to 14-day judicial custody by a court. Police had sought further remand but were denied. The incident on October 26 stemmed from a dispute over hotel management between the property owners and the leaseholder, Gogoi.
Virat Kohli has surprisingly named his 43-run innings against England in the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy final as his most cherished ODI knock, prioritising it over numerous iconic centuries and match-winning performances.
India's Aditya Bhandarkar has taken a two-shot lead after the second round of the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. Bhandarkar, who was tied sixth overnight, shot a three-under 69 to reach a total of four-under 140. Md Siddikur Rahman, Joysurjo Dey, and Vedant Sirohi are tied for second. The halfway cut was made at 12-over 156, with 80 players advancing.
The article explores the growing fascination with American football among Indian Americans, from first to third generations. It highlights how immigrants, initially unfamiliar with the sport, are embracing its strategic depth and social aspects, drawing parallels to cricket's popularity in India. The piece features personal anecdotes, explains the sport's structure, and touches upon its cultural significance and economic scale.
Bangladesh's Siddikur Rahman shot a three-under 69 to lead the first round of the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Four Indian golfers are tied for second place. The tournament will see the top 48 players earn full cards for the 2026-27 PGTI season after four rounds.
Partial results from Israel's general election indicate that Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc remains short of a parliamentary majority with 54 seats, while the opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot has 48 seats, leading to a potential coalition deadlock.
Banks in a growing economy need patient, long-term foreign capital with good governance to meet credit demand. The direction is right, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.
New Delhi experienced its worst air quality in 287 days on Tuesday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 350 and several monitoring stations reporting 'severe' pollution levels. PM2.5 was identified as the dominant pollutant, posing significant health risks. The city has been placed under Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan, with stubble burning and transport emissions being major contributors to the deteriorating air quality.
India concluded its group-stage campaign at the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 with a decisive 45-24 win over Sri Lanka, maintaining an unbeaten record and securing a semi-final spot. Key players Pankaj Mohite and Aditya Shinde led the raiding, while Nitesh and Yogesh Dahiya contributed defensively.
Rohan Patil and Mayank Agarwal scored contrasting half-centuries, building a crucial 129-run partnership, after Karnataka's bowlers dismantled Assam's batting line-up, giving their team a commanding lead on day one of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.
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.
Indian-American physician Amish Shah has made history by becoming the first from the community to represent Arizona in the US Congress. Shah, a Democrat, defeated Republican Jay Feely in Arizona's First Congressional District, flipping a Republican-held seat. A three-term member of the Arizona House of Representatives, Shah campaigned on issues like lowering costs, expanding healthcare, and solving the water crisis, and his victory is part of a broader trend of Indian-American candidates succeeding in US elections.
Three individuals have been arrested in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, on allegations of pressuring a man into religious conversion and threatening him. The arrests followed a complaint filed by Hitesh Kumar Saxena, who claimed he was coerced into conversion in 2023 and again on April 4, 2025, after being drawn into a relationship.
Ayush Doseja and Sumit Mathur's resilient 144-run partnership for the sixth wicket helped Delhi secure a crucial 33-run first innings lead against Services in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match. Doseja scored 78 and Mathur remained unbeaten on 80, steering Delhi to 299 for 6 after Services were bowled out for 266. Other Ranji Trophy matches saw Jharkhand's Aditya Singh and Anukul Roy build a strong partnership, and Urvil Patel score a double century for Gujarat.
African American candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Byron Donalds achieved historic victories in the 2026 US midterm elections, becoming the first African American woman governor (Georgia) and Florida's first African American governor, respectively. Their wins highlight significant milestones in representation and political history.
Ghanakanta Gogoi, the accused in the Guwahati hotel firing that killed five, was taken to Hotel Bilas Inn for crime scene recreation on Monday morning. Police used dummies and videographed the process as Gogoi demonstrated the events of the October 26 shooting, which stemmed from a dispute over hotel management.
A private Learjet 60 carrying nine people crashed into a residential area in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday, killing everyone on board. The aircraft, which departed from Austin, Texas, was en route to the Bahamas when it crashed near Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, causing significant damage and prompting a major investigation by the FAA and NTSB.
The All India Tennis Association (AITA) is conducting a free, all-women coaching course in New Delhi from October 24 to 30. This initiative aims to create a structured pathway for women in tennis coaching, supported by MYAS, SAI, and DLTA, and has attracted 48 entries.
