Jaypal Malviya secured India's first quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics by winning a silver medal in the men's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Championships in Doha. He shot 242.2 in the final, finishing second behind China's Kai Hu. Meanwhile, Indian heavyweights Manu Bhaker and Suruchi Inder Singh failed to secure individual quotas in the women's 10m air pistol, though India did win a team silver in the women's event.
Out-of-favour opener Prithvi Shaw admits an India comeback is always on his mind but stresses the importance of staying in the present. He reflected on his current Ranji Trophy season with Maharashtra, where he has struggled for consistency despite two half-centuries. Shaw also spoke about his comfort with the Maharashtra team and the challenge of facing veteran pacer Mohammed Shami.
New Zealand A's squad has been significantly impacted by multiple injuries to key pacers Simon Keene and Fraser Sheat, just before their third and final unofficial Test against India A.
Indian shuttler Tanvi Patri secured a historic silver medal at the Youth Olympics, becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this feat in individual badminton. She fought valiantly in a three-game final against China's Zhang Yi Xin, showcasing immense potential.
The Indian government has made electric vehicles (EVs) the default choice for staff car procurement across ministries and departments, setting a higher price cap of 20 lakh for EVs compared to 10 lakh for ICE vehicles. Concurrently, new guidelines have been issued for procuring electronic devices, incentivising 'Make in India' products with a higher price ceiling.
Three-time champion Pankaj Advani and reigning women's champion Anupama Ramachandran will lead a 22-member Indian contingent at the IBSF World Snooker Championships in Indore from November 12 to 21. This event marks the third major championship hosted by the Billiards and Snooker Federation of India as part of its centenary celebrations.
Head coach Khalid Jamil has announced a 23-member Indian squad for the upcoming international friendlies against New Zealand. The squad sees the omission of veteran goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and the absence of key defender Anwar Ali due to a hamstring injury. Other players like Lalengmawia Ralte and Mohammed Sanan are also out with injuries, while some SAFF Championship players will join the team for the New Zealand tour.
The Union Cabinet has approved the Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme with an outlay of Rs 1,856.67 crore for 2026-2033-34. This initiative aims to strengthen India's position in the global sports goods sector through dedicated manufacturing zones, research, skill development, and market expansion, fostering self-reliance and creating employment opportunities.
Experts suggest that a significant setback for US President Donald Trump in the midterm elections could compel him to pursue a swift trade agreement with India, as he seeks a quick foreign policy win amidst challenges with Russia, China, and Iran.
Five-time champions India defeated South Korea 8-1 in the men's Asian Champions Trophy hockey semifinal, with Shilanand Lakra and Dilpreet Singh scoring two goals each. India will now face Japan in the final on Thursday, having remained unbeaten throughout the tournament.
The second One-Day International between New Zealand and India in Wellington faces a significant threat from rain, with India's practice session already cancelled and an 'overcast with spells of rain' forecast for Saturday's match.
Five-time champions India, unbeaten in the Asian Champions Trophy, are set to face South Korea in the semifinal. Despite a dominant performance against South Korea in the round-robin stage, concerns linger over striker Abhishek's injury. India's strong squad depth, led by captain Harmanpreet Singh and a solid midfield, aims to secure a spot in the final.
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.
India achieved significant success at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, securing a silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle team event and a gold medal in the men's 50m pistol team competition. Ravinder Singh also won an individual silver in the men's 50m pistol. Elavenil Valarivan reached the individual final but finished sixth. India currently stands second in the medal tally.
India's chief coach Craig Fulton has expressed doubt over striker Abhishek's availability for the upcoming semifinal against South Korea due to an ankle injury sustained on Sunday. Despite India's dominant 8-0 win over South Korea, Fulton remains cautious about risking Abhishek. Captain Harmanpreet Singh, however, is optimistic about his return for the crucial match.
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a commanding century, his second consecutive first-class hundred, to guide India A to 227 for two against New Zealand A on day one of the third unofficial Test. His aggressive knock, alongside Sai Sudharsan's steady innings, put India A in a strong position before rain stopped play. The match also features senior players like Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja preparing for the upcoming Test series.
India's inexperienced pace attack impressed in the first ODI against New Zealand. As the teams meet in Wellington, India must decide whether to stick with its winning combination or bring Mohammed Siraj back into the XI.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner attributed his team's five-wicket loss to India in the first ODI to their inability to quickly adapt to the unexpected bounce and pace of the Eden Park pitch, while praising India's superior adaptation.
The BJP criticised Rahul Gandhi's remarks comparing Prime Minister Modi to a "Mughal emperor" and calling the 2024 Lok Sabha elections "illegal" during the INDIA bloc's 'Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao' rally. BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra labelled the rally a "chaotic spectacle" and questioned Gandhi's claims, highlighting the democratic process that allows common people to rise to power.
The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship is set to begin in Bangladesh on November 5, with India and Pakistan playing the opening match. Six teams will participate, and Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology will be implemented for the first time in South Asia during the semi-finals and final.
Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kllenius believes India is poised to become a significant manufacturing and export hub for the luxury carmaker, citing the country's growing market, supplier ecosystem, and engineering capabilities. The company also anticipates electric vehicles (EVs) will constitute a substantial 20% of its India sales by 2027.
An SSB jawan, Manjeet Kumar, allegedly died by suicide using his service rifle at a border outpost in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Saturday, and preliminary information suggests he was distressed after his elder brother's death two and a half months ago.
India and Pakistan's Under-19 cricket teams are set to face off in a crucial Asia Cup Group A encounter on Sunday. Both teams enter the match with convincing wins, aiming to secure a top spot in their group and advance to the semi-finals. The game will feature promising young talents, including Aaryavir Sehwag and Anvay Dravid from India, and strong performers like Usman Khan from Pakistan.
The INDIA bloc rally held at Ramlila Maidan in central Delhi concluded peacefully on Sunday, with police reporting no major law and order incidents. Extensive security measures were in place, including over 4,000 police personnel, CCTV cameras, drones, and CAPF deployment, ensuring the safety of participants and smooth traffic flow.
India's U-19 cricket team secured a dominant 10-wicket victory over Nepal in their U-19 Asia Cup opener. Half-centuries from Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani, coupled with strong bowling performances from Ishan Sood and Arjun Rajput, led India to an easy win, chasing down Nepal's total of 128 with 185 balls to spare.
India held their nerve in a rain-hit second ODI to beat New Zealand by four runs via the Duckworth-Lewis method in Wellington on Saturday and take a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
India's AI startups have the money to run their models, but a shortage of GPUs is delaying projects, increasing costs and limiting growth.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that a divorce decree granted by a foreign court based on the 'irretrievable breakdown of marriage' is not legally valid in India. This observation was made while dismissing a man's plea to quash bigamy charges, as his second marriage, contracted after a UK divorce, was deemed invalid due to the non-recognition of the foreign decree. The court emphasised that such foreign decrees contravene existing Indian matrimonial law.
A clean sweep in New Zealand would have been a significant statement. Now, India's ODI team will have to deliver that statement, points out K R Nayar.
India aims to become a globally competitive and technologically self-reliant semiconductor powerhouse by 2047, leading in next-generation chip technologies. This vision, highlighted at the ESTIC 2026 conclave where DRDO played a key role, focuses on developing a sustainable semiconductor ecosystem, creating high-value jobs, and ensuring digital security and economic strength through indigenous chip capabilities.
Annual incomes for FDE roles range from approximately Rs 40 lakh to Rs 1 crore.
India has launched three indigenous AI foundation models, EKA-1, Dhir 2B, and Dhir 5B, under the IndiaAI Mission. Developed by Soket Labs Technology and Research and ZenteiQ AiTech Innovations, these models aim to enhance India's technological and strategic autonomy in artificial intelligence, offering solutions for various sectors including banking, cybersecurity, defence, and government services, with a focus on Indian languages and offline capabilities.
Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton expressed his delight after defending the Asian Champions Trophy title at home. He emphasised that his primary focus remains on defence, a strategy that has consistently yielded positive results for the team. India secured their sixth overall ACT crown by defeating Japan 4-1 on Thursday.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, speaking at the INDIA bloc's Ramlila Maidan rally, accused the BJP of forming governments on "stolen" mandates and alleged that Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah were shielding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He called for PM Modi's removal to protect democracy.
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.
India secured its fourth consecutive victory at the Asian Champions Trophy, defeating Malaysia 4-2, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring a hat-trick. Coach Craig Fulton acknowledged the significant setback of losing striker Abhishek to an ankle injury just before the match but lauded the team's consistent performance.
The CBI has registered a case concerning an alleged USD 10 million fraud at India Exim Bank. The fraud involves a dissolved UK-based company, Hanjer Biotech (Erith) Ltd, and its associates, accused of siphoning off a loan meant for a recycling project by diverting funds and not supplying machinery. The loan account was declared a non-performing asset in 2014.
Over 500 people, including NCC personnel, participated in the 97th 'Fit India - Sundays on Cycle' event in Ahmedabad, celebrating National Unity Day. Organised by SAI, Fit India Movement, and MY Bharat, the event promoted an active lifestyle, national unity, and sustainable practices through cycling, sports, and traditional games.
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.
Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed an unbeaten 155, returning to form with a blistering century, as the second unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A ended in a draw on Day 4 in Christchurch. Yash Rathod also scored a hundred, helping India A recover from early wickets.
