India women's bowling coach Avishkar Salvi detailed the team's comprehensive workload management plans for all bowlers, ensuring optimal performance through various phases of training and rest. He also addressed the recent batting collapse against Thailand, acknowledging occasional shortfalls but highlighting the team's resilience and lower-order contributions.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick's future is in serious doubt following a humiliating 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth, extending the club's winless streak to eight games across all competitions and leaving them just one point above the Premier League relegation zone.
Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi unleashed a stunning assault on New Zealand, powering India to a six-wicket win in Wellington on Tuesday with a 133-run opening stand and sealing the five-match T20I series 3-0. Captain Shreyas Iyer was effusive in his praise for the marauding duo.
The Standing Committee on Information Technology will review 17 critical subjects, including social media regulation, AI safety, deepfakes, cybersecurity, and the semiconductor ecosystem, during 2026-27. This comprehensive review aims to address growing concerns around digital platforms, AI misuse, and infrastructure development, with India's cybersecurity agency already issuing warnings about AI-driven threats.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has been hospitalised in a stable condition after collapsing during reserve-team training, with sporting director Max Eberl confirming he will be sidelined for weeks due to a virus.
India's AM Green Ammonia has signed a Binding Heads of Agreement with Japan-based JERA to supply 70,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually for five years. The green ammonia, produced at AM Green's Kakinada facility in Andhra Pradesh, will support Japan's decarbonisation efforts, particularly for ammonia-fuelled car carriers and JERA's Hekinan Thermal Power Station.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola expressed relief at the closure of the transfer window, stating it allows his side to fully concentrate on securing their first Premier League win of the season against Ipswich Town.
Jose Mourinho warns Real Madrid against complacency after their 2-1 El Clasico win over Barcelona, insisting the goal is to win LaLiga, not just at Camp Nou.
India A were denied a sensational come-from-behind victory against New Zealand A in the first unofficial 'Test' due to bad light, despite pacer Auqib Nabi's incisive spell and Devdutt Padikkal's near double-century setting up a thrilling chase.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes criticised his team's mentality, stating they adopted a 'mood of defeat' after conceding an early goal in their 4-1 Champions League loss to Como, a result that intensifies pressure on manager Michael Carrick.
Preeti Lobana, Google India VP, stated on Wednesday that Google views AI as an "economic equaliser" and a democratic technology. Speaking at Google Cloud Day, she highlighted AI's potential to empower businesses, especially SMEs, in India's journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047. Google has committed USD 15 billion to scale India's digital and AI infrastructure, including an AI hub in Visakhapatnam, to support the IndiaAI Mission.
A sharp political slugfest erupted on Thursday as Congress leaders and INDIA bloc allies rallied behind MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's son, Raihan Vadra, accusing the authorities and Centre of censoring artistic expression after Bikaner House requested the removal of several photographs from his exhibition.
'90% of the returns of people who actually make money over a period of time comes from what is called temperament.'
Mid and smallcap mutual fund schemes in India have quadrupled their assets under management (AUM) to 10 trillion in five years, driven by strong investor inflows and market gains, with experts anticipating continued growth despite mixed valuations.
Cyclone Arnab has triggered heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across southern Odisha, leading to the evacuation of over 30,000 people and a high alert in several districts. The cyclone, which weakened after making landfall in Andhra Pradesh, has disrupted train services and prompted extensive disaster preparedness measures.
The Bikaner House Society requested the removal of certain photographs from Raihan Vadra's 'No Idea Is Final' exhibition, citing inconsistency with its policy. This move sparked controversy, with artist Raihan Vadra claiming an ultimatum and his mother, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, criticising it as 'muzzling' the voice of the youth.
NITI Aayog has called for a fundamental overhaul of urban governance in India, advocating for empowered city governments, directly elected mayors with five-year terms, and greater financial autonomy for urban local bodies to manage the country's rapidly growing urban population.
Police in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district arrested 10 people for selling spurious liquor, with one accused reportedly using AI to learn home-brewing methods. The accused mixed fake and real alcohol, selling it in licensed bottles. This comes amidst claims of multiple deaths in the region due to toxic liquor, prompting a state government investigation.
'How much can we protect ourselves?' asks Amitabh Bachchan.
Most of the companies AI models and AI agents targeted had no idea their networks had been breached.
Over 2,000 pulmonologists and healthcare professionals from India and abroad will gather in Jaipur for NAPCON 2026 to discuss the increasing burden of pulmonary diseases and the critical impact of air pollution on lung health. The conference, organised by the National College of Chest Physicians, India, and the Indian Chest Society, will feature discussions on diagnosis, management, and prevention of conditions like COPD and asthma, alongside advances in interventional pulmonology.
Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) is set to achieve its target of 700 hotels by fiscal year 2027, significantly ahead of its original 2030 goal, driven by strong financial performance and strategic expansion plans, including the merger of Oriental Hotels Ltd.
The current Managing Committee of the Goa Cricket Association (GCA) has rejected allegations of a Rs 50 crore accounting mismatch flagged by an audit report, asserting that the discrepancies occurred during the tenure of the previous committee.
India's decorated rally driver Gaurav Gill believes the country possesses the talent to reach Formula One, but requires a breakthrough at the highest level. He notes the significant progress in Indian motorsport, with drivers like Kush Maini and Atiqa Mir making international strides. Gill emphasizes the need for a structured system and financial support to help young drivers transition from domestic to global stages, highlighting the growing interest in motorsport among Indian youth.
Engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) announced a significant 32.5 per cent increase in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 5,202.10 crore for the quarter ended September 2026, driven by robust revenue growth and a 28 per cent surge in order inflows.
Ayushmann Khurrana's Udta Teer managed a decent first week at the box office, navigating a crowded release schedule where several new Hindi films struggled to find an audience.
Following a fatal pandal stampede, the West Bengal government has deployed nine experienced IPS officers to manage Durga Puja crowds in Kolkata. The Kolkata Police also issued an 11-point advisory, detailing measures like closing pandal entries during rain, regulating visitor movement, and coordinating with puja organisers to ensure safety during the festive rush.
Oracle NetSuite identifies India as one of its highest-priority markets, noting that small businesses, particularly outside major metros, are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technologies to expand domestically and internationally. This adoption is driven by India's young, tech-native population, which is less burdened by legacy systems, allowing smaller firms to compete more effectively with larger enterprises.
Nitish Kumar Reddy's crucial late burst with the bat and an important wicket with the ball helped India secure a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand, moving them 2-0 ahead in the five-match T20I series and strengthening his credentials as a pace-bowling all-rounder.
Indian para-athlete Nishad Kumar, a two-time Paralympic silver medallist, is focusing on mental preparation, meditation, and a process-oriented approach to achieve his ambitious goal of winning medals in both high jump and long jump at the Los Angeles Paralympics in 2028. He recently secured two gold medals at the Asian Para Games, demonstrating his potential in both disciplines.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has branded the club's players 'selfish' and 'like babies' following their 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, after captain Bruno Fernandes publicly questioned the coaching staff's tactics.
Andhra Pradesh is on high alert as very severe cyclonic storm Arnab is set to make landfall on its coast, with extensive evacuations, deployment of medical teams, and stocking of essential supplies underway to minimise damage and ensure public safety.
India spinner Saransh Jain delivered a career-best match haul of 13 wickets (7/14 and 6/49) to lead Madhya Pradesh to an innings and 174-run victory over Bihar in their Ranji Trophy Group A match. Madhya Pradesh declared their first innings at 407 for eight, with Saksham Purohit scoring 132 and captain Rajat Patidar adding 109. Bihar struggled in both innings, with Jain proving unplayable. In another match, Priyanshu Moliya scored an unbeaten 321 for Baroda.
'It is not the market that is a competitor to SIPs . It is your lifestyle.'
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR after the Air Quality Index (AQI) deteriorated to the 'poor' category. Forecasts indicate the AQI will remain poor in the coming days, triggering restrictions like banning coal and firewood in eateries and limiting diesel generator use.
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak lauded openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma for their 'power, talent, intent' and exceptional mental control, highlighting their fearless approach despite social media pressure.
A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal has intensified into Cyclone Arnab, expected to become a very severe cyclonic storm by October 27. It is forecast to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts on the morning of October 28, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds. Authorities are urging residents to remain alert and take precautions.
Rajasthan police have made a second arrest in Kochi in connection with a "digital arrest" fraud where a 90-year-old retired judge was defrauded of Rs 2.5 crore. The victim was allegedly kept under digital arrest for 15 days and coerced into transferring money by fraudsters posing as CBI officials and an RBI manager.
RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta stated that India's economic growth momentum remains strong despite various global and domestic shocks, attributing this resilience to a diversified growth base and improved policy responses. She highlighted the economy's 7.8 per cent growth in Q1 and continued momentum into Q2, suggesting potential upgrades to growth forecasts.
Power, patronage and money fuel politics in drought: And the ruling party controls all of those, points out Aditi Phadnis.
