Sunrisers Hyderabad co-owner Kavya Maran and music composer Anirudh Ravichander are reportedly set to hold their wedding reception in Chennai on November 21. The event is expected to draw prominent political figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Ministers from Telangana and Tamil Nadu, who have been personally invited by the Maran family. While the reception date is confirmed, reports of a Greece wedding on November 11 remain unconfirmed.
Germany coach Juergen Klopp has urged citizens to reclaim expressions of national pride from 'the wrong people,' in a clear rebuke to the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) following their recent election victory.
Devastating Bhote Koshi floods in Nepal have led to a surge in recovered bodies, overwhelming morgues across several districts. Authorities are setting up temporary facilities and preparing for the management of unidentified remains as identification efforts continue.
The main accused in a viral video harassment case from Jamui, Bihar, Nandan Yadav, has been arrested after being shot in the leg by police. The incident involved the harassment of a boy and a girl, sparking widespread criticism and leading to a police investigation and multiple arrests.
India's U15 football team secured a 2-1 victory over Cameroon in their second Group K match at the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival Azerbaijan 2026. An early own goal gave India the lead, which was restored by R Lalremruatfela after Cameroon equalised. Goalkeeper Jenit Ningthoujam's crucial saves ensured India's second consecutive win in the tournament.
'If the temperature remains very high, which is likely to be the case because of El Nino, it may lead to a shortfall in wheat production.' 'If that happens, we will be in a very, very difficult situation as far as food security is concerned.'
The ongoing US conflict with Iran has cost the Trump administration an estimated $45.1 billion, according to a Pentagon estimate provided to the US Congress on Friday, CNN reported, citing two sources familiar with the matter.
Indian cricketers, including Suryakumar Yadav and Shardul Thakur, participated in the inaugural MLBx Mumbai 3-on-3 baseball event, teaming up with former MLB stars like Nick Swisher and Jake Arrieta to promote the sport in India.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered immediate action against those who allegedly attacked a Bihu troupe in Sribhumi district, stating that any insult to the state's culture will not be tolerated. Following his directive, 13 people have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and AASU president Utpal Sarma also condemned the incident, emphasising the importance of Bihu to Assamese identity.
Mira Bhayandar-Vasai Virar Police have busted an illegal chemical manufacturing facility in Telangana that supplied precursor materials for Mephedrone, leading to the arrest of the manufacturer. This operation is part of a larger multi-state investigation that has already uncovered two MD manufacturing labs in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh and resulted in 25 arrests.
Ahead of fresh protests scheduled for Saturday, France will deploy around 70,000 police personnel nationwide as authorities prepare to prevent a recurrence of widespread looting, arson and vandalism that erupted alongside demonstrations last week.
Kolkata Police are seeking court permission to collect voice samples from two arrested individuals in connection with the Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede. This is to match their voices with loudspeaker announcements that allegedly caused panic, leading to the death of 19 people on October 17. The investigation involves examining audio/video footage and statements from 60 people, while the puja pandal is being preserved for further inquiry.
Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Everton, capitalising on Manchester City's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, to draw level on points at the top of the Premier League table.
The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has tragically risen to 903, with 4,247 people still reported missing, including security personnel and foreigners. India has dispatched an 18-member team of forensic experts to assist with DNA analysis and identification of victims.
India's track and field contingent delivered a stellar performance at the Asian Para Games, securing 22 medals, including five gold, and propelling the nation to fifth in the overall standings. Sprinter Simran, high-jumper Praveen Kumar, and shot-putter Sachin Khilari notably set new Games records, contributing significantly to India's medal tally across various para-sports.
Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Everton, capitalising on Manchester City's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, to draw level on points at the top of the Premier League table.
A 21-year-old man, Subhan, was critically injured after being stabbed multiple times by unidentified assailants in a park near Seelampur police station on Tuesday. Police are investigating the incident, examining CCTV footage, but have not yet established a motive or made any arrests.
An anti-poaching unit in Indore recovered 21 protected turtles, including Indian Pond turtles and Star Tortoises, based on information from an arrested member of an interstate wildlife smuggling gang. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the case, and a total of 54 turtles and a Rose-ringed Parakeet have been recovered as the investigation continues.
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have withdrawn Rs 48,056 crore from Indian equities in October, driven by elevated crude oil prices, Middle East tensions, inflation concerns, and weak corporate earnings, though selling pressure moderated towards the end of the month.
Four individuals, including two women, have been remanded to police custody until October 26 in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car. The accused, arrested in Delhi, are alleged to have supplied weapons to the shooters, with the women reportedly smuggling firearms to Mumbai. This brings the total arrests in the case to 10.
Naomi Osaka admits she has contemplated retirement as motherhood shapes her priorities, but the four-time Grand Slam champion believes she is close to rediscovering her title-winning form.
Mumbai Police have named gangster Anil Pandit as a wanted accused in the firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff. Four new individuals have been arrested and remanded to police custody until October 26 for their alleged role in supplying weapons for the attack. Pandit, an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, had claimed responsibility for the October 18 attack. A total of 10 people have been arrested in connection with the case so far.
There is a heartbreaking sincerity in the way Sumo Didi presents its protagonist and her story of courage. But there's a fine line between a sincere underdog story and a banal one, and the film never quite finds it, notes Mayur Sanap.
The murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar in Thane has been linked to an old political dispute concerning civic polls, according to Uttar Pradesh police statements cited in court. Two accused, Santosh Kanojia and Amit Singh, arrested from Prayagraj, had their police custody extended till October 22 as the investigation continues into the meticulously planned conspiracy.
Police in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested Mahendra Pal Verma, son of a former minister, and his accomplice Shera, in connection with the murder of two young brothers. The arrests bring the total number of accused apprehended to seven, with two still at large. The children's bodies were found on September 30, and an old enmity is suspected as the motive.
The Indian rupee has achieved its longest winning streak in nearly eight years, appreciating for eight consecutive sessions to close at a six-week high. This rally is attributed to strategic central bank interventions, healthy foreign capital inflows linked to the Jio Platforms IPO, and profit-taking in the US dollar.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College Hospital, who was accused of financial irregularities and manipulating merit scores. The decision was based on his two-year incarceration and the slow progress of the trial, with only 7 out of 147 witnesses examined so far.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Saturday (local time) said that the Ukrainian military violated Starlink's terms of service and was using it for offensive drone strikes to "kill people".
Watching Udta Teer's refreshingly cheeky ambition dumb down into a grovelling piece of gutless filmmaking is supremely disappointing, notes Sukanya Verma.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met Ram Purnekar, son of murdered Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar, in Thane and assured him that justice would be served. Pradeep Purnekar was killed on September 29, and five arrests have been made in connection with the case.
'Attacks happen with an agenda or reason. I don't know what the reason here is.'
Six Games, Big Impact: Naman Dhir Catches India's Eye.
A 17-year-old Class XI student in Jalna, Maharashtra, allegedly died by suicide on October 9 after being repeatedly pressured for marriage and stalked by a 21-year-old man. The accused, Dhanraj Lahane, was booked on Friday following a complaint from the deceased's uncle, though no arrest has been made yet.
Kerala Blasters FC will host Mumbai City FC in their first home match of the Indian Super League 2026-27 season on Sunday. Both teams are looking for a crucial win, with Blasters aiming to bounce back from a heavy defeat and Mumbai City seeking their first victory of the season amidst offensive struggles and key player injuries.
'There is more trust in Shivam Dube because he has done it for India. Nitish Kumar Reddy has bowled well for SRH, but so far for India in T20Is, unfortunately, he hasn't played that role yet.'
Two unidentified bodies, bearing gunshot injuries and one with a slit throat, were discovered stuffed in sacks at separate locations in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday. Police suspect the victims were killed elsewhere and dumped in the area, and are investigating the connection between the cases and the motive behind the killings.
'I didn't know whether I simply loved acting, whether I was good at it or whether I wanted to pursue it professionally. So, about 10 years ago, I started auditioning just to see how far I could go.'
Australia return to Newlands for the series-deciding Test against South Africa, confronting Sandpapergate memories from 2018, as Steve Smith seeks redemption and Nortje's injury reshapes hosts' bowling options.
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.
Indian javelin thrower Sukhchain secured a bronze medal in the men's F55 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. His throw of 29.94m placed him behind China's Zhou Feifei, who set a new world record, and Iran's Zaker Zafar.
