Unheralded New Zealand pacer Brett Randell has been called up for the final two ODIs against India and expressed his excitement to test his skills against batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Randell, who recently played against India A, sees this as a dream opportunity and is keen to learn from the Indian bowling attack.
Sanju Samson continued his superb form with the bat, smashing a blistering 67 off 33 balls to power India to their highest chase in T20 cricket, overcoming a mid-innings stumble for a four-wicket win in the series-opener against New Zealand.
The Indian Army captured Thang in Ladakh in the 1971 War. Ghulam Hussain had left home for a routine errand found himself on the other side of an altered border. He could never return and found a new country and a new home.
Pratika Rawal scored an unbeaten 100 and Shree Charani took career-best figures of 4/23 as India thrashed Zimbabwe by nine wickets in the opening women's ODI. India comfortably chased down Zimbabwe's total of 197 with contributions from Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, despite some fielding lapses.
World Championships medallists Kajal Dhochak and Neela Sirohi, along with U23 World silver medallist Amruta Pujari, secured their places in the Indian team for the upcoming Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in Polokwane, South Africa. Other wrestlers like Srishti, Nishu, Ahilya Sinde, Neha Sangwan, Pushpa, and Janvi also qualified. Notably, Antim Panghal was not allowed to compete due to missing weigh-in, while several top wrestlers received exemptions to compete as India's second entry at their own expense.
The INDIA Bloc plans a "public impeachment" of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on October 30, followed by a "Dilli Chalo march" to Ramlila Maidan on November 1. These events are part of their protest against alleged "vote chori" and "poll irregularities," aiming to pressure the government and demand Kumar's resignation.
The Indian men's national football team, known as the Blue Tigers, suffered a significant 0-5 loss to New Zealand in their first international friendly during the November FIFA window.
Air India has commenced construction of a new multi-facility Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) hangar at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. This nine-acre facility aims to centralise engineering and maintenance activities, enhancing fleet upkeep, improving reliability, and reducing aircraft ground time for the Tata Group-owned airline.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India this week underscores the complex dynamics of global energy policy, as Washington re-evaluates sanctions on Russian oil buyers amidst India's continued reliance on Russian crude.
Jasprit Bumrah is likely to feature in the third unofficial Test against New Zealand A, while Rishabh Pant is also in contention as both prepare for India's upcoming Test series.
India has strongly rejected a UN special rapporteur's report describing the Dawood Ibrahim-led D-company as an "India-based" criminal group, flagging "glaring inaccuracies" and cautioning against such incompetence. First Secretary Raghoo Puri stated that Dawood Ibrahim fled India much before his 2003 listing and is wanted in India for terror attacks since 1993, residing in the same country where Osama bin Laden was found. India also raised concerns about alleged bias in the report and funding allegations against the rapporteur.
Skipper Shreyas Iyer lauded all-rounder Naman Dhir for his crucial role in India's record-breaking 226-run chase against New Zealand in the first T20I. Iyer highlighted Dhir's versatility and calm demeanour under pressure. Sanju Samson's explosive start and the team's adaptation to changing pitch conditions were also key factors in India's highest-ever T20 chase.
The real victory in New Zealand is not about winning every match but returning from it knowing exactly what kind of team India should have for the future, points out K R Nayar.
India concluded its badminton campaign at the Asian Para Games with an impressive haul of three gold, five silver, and eight bronze medals, totalling 16. Nitesh Kumar, Naveen Sivakumar, and the pair of Thulasimathi Murugesan and Manasi Joshi secured the gold medals, showcasing India's growing prowess in para-badminton.
Assam Police have seized yaba tablets worth over Rs 2 crore from an autorickshaw in Sribhumi district, leading to the arrest of two individuals. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the police action, highlighting the significant drug bust.
One 97 Communications' subsidiary, Paytm Payments Services Ltd (PPSL), has received in-principle authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India to operate wallets. This approval comes with conditions, including a mandatory system and cyber security audit, and PPSL can only issue Prepaid Payment Instruments after final authorisation. This development follows a period of significant regulatory challenges for Paytm Payments Bank, including the cancellation of its banking licence. Concurrently, One 97 Communications reported a substantial increase in profit and revenue for the second quarter ended September 2026.
Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty slumped in early trade, ending a three-day rally, as profit-taking combined with concerns over surging retail inflation, which breached the Reserve Bank of India's upper tolerance limit, leading to anticipation of a policy rate hike. Track Sensex, Nifty on November 13.
Under new skipper Smriti Mandhana, a dominant Indian women's cricket team is set to face Zimbabwe in a three-match ODI series, aiming for another clean sweep after their T20I success.
Indian para-athletes Sandeep and Haney delivered stellar performances at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, securing gold medals and setting new world records in the men's 400m T64 and men's javelin throw F37/38 events respectively. Their achievements, alongside silver medals for Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia, propelled India's total medal tally to 100 in the ongoing Games.
US President Donald Trump stated that the US and India are 'pretty close' to finalising a trade deal, which he expects to be significantly different from previous agreements. This announcement comes amidst ongoing discussions between officials from both nations, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's meetings with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, following an initial framework agreement in February.
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.
Niraj Kumar won a bronze medal in the men's 50m rifle 3-positions event at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, securing India's second quota place for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. He shot 346.5 in the final, narrowly missing silver. India also claimed a team bronze in the event.
Star Indian para javelin thrower Sumit Antil successfully defended his gold medal at the Asian Para Games in the men's F42-44/61-64 combined event. India achieved a medal sweep with Mahendra Gurjar winning silver and Sandip Sanjay Sargar securing bronze, showcasing strong performance in para-athletics.
The advisory, issued on Wednesday, urges Indian nationals to avoid large gatherings and crowded places where protests are occurring and to follow local authorities' instructions.
Chess will be featured for the third consecutive year at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh next year, with two-time champion Magnus Carlsen expected to defend his title. India also showed a strong presence in EWC 2026 with four Grandmasters, two of whom reached the quarterfinals.
Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the Indian T20I squad has been challenging, with expensive spells in the first two matches against New Zealand putting his place in the playing XI under scrutiny amidst strong competition from other fast bowlers.
Harmanpreet Kaur smashed a scintillating 126, while all-rounder Deepti Sharma struck an unbeaten 106 as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second women's ODI in Vadodara.
India's Asian Para Games campaign saw a remarkable performance, particularly in athletics, securing five gold medals on Tuesday. Nishad Kumar and Deepthi Jeevanji were standout performers, both setting new Games records and clinching multiple golds. The nation's overall medal tally reached 35 by the end of day two, with significant contributions from shooting, powerlifting, swimming, table tennis, archery, and badminton, promising further success.
A joint team of Sonauli police and SSB seized 1,503 vials of restricted injectable drugs and arrested a man, Premchand (29), near the India-Nepal border in Maharajganj district on Sunday. A car used for transportation was also seized, and a case has been registered under the NDPS Act.
A man named Shahid Akhtar has been arrested in Purnea, Bihar, for allegedly sharing sensitive information with suspected handlers in India and abroad via WhatsApp. The Intelligence Bureau, local police, NIA, and Bihar STF are investigating his suspected links to an Islamic radical group and networks in neighbouring countries like Pakistan.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has strongly condemned the brutal assault on BSF personnel by villagers in Sepahijala district, ordering swift action after three jawans were injured and six people were arrested.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed peace efforts for the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Modi reaffirming India's commitment to a peaceful resolution. Zelenskyy also sought India's mediation in establishing food corridors for Black Sea grain exports.
'India is a large source of Spotify's future audience growth because it is the largest market in the world.'
Major Indian banks, including Bank of Baroda and Federal Bank, have begun raising interest rates on select fixed deposit (FD) tenures following the Reserve Bank of India's 25-basis points repo rate hike in October, with some special schemes offering up to 7.50% for senior citizens.
Thanking Narendra Modi for his support to the Zoroastrian community over the years, Vada Dasturji Khurshed Dastoor said the community had full faith that whatever decision the PM takes would be 'to the benefit of Bharat and our Zoroastrian community'.
India has strongly asserted that human rights should not be weaponised for political pressure or selective targeting of nations, pushing back against attempts to negatively characterise the world's largest democracy based on unverified allegations and incomplete statistics.
Australian umpire Ben Treloar will officiate in two Ranji Trophy matches in India, while India's Parashar Joshi will travel to Australia to stand in two Sheffield Shield matches and one One Day Cup fixture as part of an exchange programme between Cricket Australia and the BCCI.
With a reported budget of Rs 2,000 crore, Ramayana: Part 1 faces a staggering box-office challenge, but Producer Namit Malhotra believes the epic's commercial potential extends far beyond ticket sales.
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner has made history by becoming the first bowler to take multiple four-wicket hauls against India in T20 Internationals, achieving this feat during the second T20I at Christchurch.
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.
