Indian students pursuing medical degrees in Georgia face uncertainty over their eligibility to practise in India following a recent clarification by the National Medical Commission on the country's junior doctor status.
Indian stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade, primarily due to selling pressure in blue-chip IT firms and profit-taking following a recent sharp rally in equities. Track Sensex, Nifty on November 9.
Rajkumari Lanchenbi Chanu has made history by becoming the first Indian to win a wushu medal at the Youth Olympic Games, securing a bronze in the women's Changquan combined event. This adds to India's medal tally at the ongoing games, which also includes a silver in judo and a bronze in swimming.
As Virat Kohli turns 38 on Thursday, November 5, 2026, he continues to add to a legacy built on consistency, intensity, and an extraordinary appetite for runs.
Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been added to India's squad for the series-deciding fifth and final T20I against the West Indies as cover for the injured Arshdeep Singh, marking his return to T20I cricket after four years.
Indian tennis icons Sania Mirza and Mahesh Bhupathi have been elected to the All India Tennis Association (AITA) General Body as sportspersons of outstanding merit, marking a significant step towards greater athlete representation in the national federation's administration.
Fifteen-year-old shuttler Tanvi Patri has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach the Youth Olympic Games badminton final, assuring India of its first medal in the discipline.
Delhi experienced its most polluted Diwali in five years, but the official air quality figures are under scrutiny. Several monitoring stations reportedly went offline during the peak firecracker period on Sunday night, leading to discrepancies between government and private agency data. Experts and opposition leaders have raised concerns about the reliability of the AQI tracking, with allegations of "data fraud" and calls for greater transparency and accountability.
The legendary duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been at their menacing best recently in ODIs and it remains to be seen how the New Zealand bowlers can stop them.
'You have made a film which is rage bait so that more people will watch it and get incited.'
Indian badminton players Sonali Singh and Ritika Thaker withdrew from the Korea Open Super 500 women's doubles event on Tuesday, while Achutaditya Rao Doddavarapu and Arjun Reddy Pochana lost in men's doubles qualification. HS Prannoy, Tanvi Sharma, Anmol Kharb, Dhruv Rawat, and K Maneesha are set to compete in other categories.
Indian Army personnel remain deployed along the Line of Control in the Nowshera sector of Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, ahead of Diwali.
The Supreme Court of India has strongly condemned custodial violence as one of the worst forms of human rights violations, acknowledging it as an unfortunate reality in the country. The court clarified that the 24-hour constitutional deadline for producing an arrested person before a magistrate begins from the moment of detention, not formal arrest. This ruling aims to curb police abuse and ensure judicial oversight, referencing past cases like the Bhagalpur blindings and DK Basu guidelines.
A festive dessert, this kheer overflows with the simple goodness of millets and milk, simmered together.
From gorgeous saris to glamorous gowns and statement-making outfits, Bollywood celebrities brought their fashion A-game to Lifestyle Asia India's Diwali party.
Rishabh Pant gets another opportunity to clear his fitness test on November 9 and join India A for the New Zealand warm-up game ahead of the two-Test series.
The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) aims to further the rich kabaddi legacy of Haryana, a state renowned for producing top Indian players. Chairman Balwan Singh highlighted the league's vision to provide a professional platform for talented players, building on the sport's deep cultural roots in the region. The second KCL season recently concluded, with Rohtak Royals emerging as champions.
India concluded the Commonwealth Cue Sports Championships with an impressive haul of 13 medals, including three gold, five silver, and five bronze. Indian athletes excelled across various disciplines like men's snooker, women's English Billiards, and men's English Billiards, securing top honours and demonstrating strong performances against international competitors.
Social media erupted with memes and witty one-liners featuring Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar following Donald Trump's Republican Party's significant losses in the US mid-term polls. These memes humorously suggested Kumar's intervention could have prevented Trump's defeat, drawing parallels to an ongoing "vote chori" controversy in India. The widespread losses for Trump's party were attributed to public anger over his policies.
Indian equity markets, represented by the Sensex and Nifty 50, concluded Samvat 2082 with significant weekly gains, marking their strongest performance in nearly six years, despite it being their weakest Samvat in 15 years overall. The late recovery was driven by hopes of tax changes, resilient corporate earnings, and easing geopolitical tensions.
Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) believes satellite broadband services are unlikely to achieve significant scale or compete effectively on price in India's highly connected and affordable market, despite developing its own satellite constellation solutions and flagging it as a potential disruptor.
Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Shafali Verma stated the team's goal to play fearless and smart cricket in preparation for the Women's Champions Trophy early next year. The team will face Zimbabwe in a T20 series, part of their preparations, followed by ODIs.
A 42-year-old man, Paramjeet Dhankhar, was shot dead in Gurugram by his neighbour Monu Sharma over a parking dispute. The accused had allegedly threatened the victim at a police post hours before the murder, but officials reportedly considered the threat hollow and facilitated a compromise.
GE Aerospace is set to significantly increase its supply chain spending in India, targeting USD 400 million by 2030, up from USD 200 million in 2025. This expansion reflects the company's commitment to India's burgeoning aviation market, driven by substantial aircraft orders and the strategic importance of its manufacturing and technology centres in Pune and Bengaluru.
Malaysia, the Asian Games silver medallist, defeated South Korea 5-2 to secure the bronze medal at the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament. Abu Kamal Arzai scored two crucial goals, helping Malaysia overcome an early deficit and dominate the match.
India A defeated Australia A by 49 runs in the third and final one-day match in Puducherry on Sunday, though Australia A secured the series 2-1. Suryansh Shedge's quick 66 and Vipraj Nigam's 40 helped India A post 275, while Gurjapneet Singh's three wickets ensured Australia A were bowled out for 226.
Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has called for continued institutional support for Indian badminton players, highlighting the significant financial challenges faced by younger shuttlers without sponsors. She pointed out the vast disparity in prize money between tennis and badminton, despite similar high expenses for international competitions. Sindhu's comments come after she and Lakshya Sen had to self-fund their recent European tour, prompting a discussion on investment in India's sporting future.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games, emphasising India's commitment to placing sport at the core of nation-building through significant investment in infrastructure and grassroots development. He highlighted India's indigenous sports like Mallakhamb, Yogasana, and Kalaripayattu, and discussed the country's ambition to host major international events, including the 2036 Olympic Games.
The second round of the DP World India Championship was suspended on Friday due to weather delays, leaving several Indian golfers, including Anirban Lahiri, Saptak Talwar, and Om Prakash Chauhan, in contention to make the cut. Angel Hidalgo, Joost Luiten, and Adrian Meronk share the clubhouse lead, with many players yet to complete their rounds. The cut is expected to be decided on Saturday afternoon as the tournament plays catch-up.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will host US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Mumbai on October 20 for talks aimed at strengthening the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Discussions will cover energy, trade, defence, and critical technologies. The visit also includes celebrations for the 250th anniversary of US Independence. This meeting follows earlier confusion regarding Rubio's visit and will also touch upon the India-US bilateral trade agreement, which both sides are close to concluding. The MEA clarified that hosting foreign dignitaries outside Delhi is a common practice.
As many as 15,000-20,000 frontline retail jobs have reportedly been rationalised, with further cuts feared.
Cummins India has announced the appointment of Gbile Adewunmi as its new Managing Director, effective November 1. Adewunmi, currently VP for Power Systems Industrial Markets, will also take on CEO responsibilities, highlighting India's strategic importance to Cummins.
Cummins India has announced the appointment of Gbile Adewunmi as its new Managing Director, effective November 1. Adewunmi, currently VP for Power Systems Industrial Markets, will also take on CEO responsibilities, highlighting India's strategic importance to Cummins.
Indian badminton sensation Tanvi Patri, 15, is focused on qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, despite battling multiple injuries. Fresh from a Youth Olympics silver, she also aims for Asian and World Junior Championships titles and a top-30 world ranking, drawing inspiration from her Chinese training roots and badminton idols.
Sreeja Reddy Koya, a student from Telangana studying at UMass Boston, has been reported missing since November 2. Her parents and Telangana Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy have sought assistance from Indian and US authorities to trace her.
India's men's and women's hockey teams will kick off their 2026-27 FIH Pro League home campaigns in February. The men's team will face Germany, Argentina, Britain, and Spain, while the women's team will compete against Britain and Spain during the home leg from February 13 to 28.
The Indian Navy successfully rescued an Iranian fishing vessel, Azini, and its 20 crew members from pirates off the coast of Somalia in a 48-hour operation. The mission, involving marine commandos and an IAF C-17 aircraft, prevented the vessel from being used as a 'mother ship' for further attacks, reinforcing India's commitment to maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region.
Cisco Chairman and CEO Chuck Robbins announced plans to expand the company's silicon design team in India, citing the country's pro-growth strategy, scale, ambition, and engineering focus as key reasons for its strategic importance.
As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's stardom soars, Sachin Tendulkar has urged caution, saying the teenage batting sensation should gain more red-ball experience before taking on leadership responsibilities.
Ace Indian javelin thrower Annu Rani has successfully undergone knee surgery in Doha, Qatar, after struggling with a persistent injury for almost a year. She has expressed strong determination to make a comeback and represent India again, despite missing the recent Asian Games.
