Two men have been arrested in Madhya Pradesh's Sheopur district for allegedly shooting an Indian-born cheetah, KNG-22, last month. The cheetah was found injured on October 25 and died two days later. A special task force investigated the incident, leading to the recovery of the double-barrel muzzle-loading gun used in the crime and the arrest of the two siblings.
Spinner Harsh Dubey delivered a sensational spell of nine for 53, headlining a dramatic opening day in the Elite Group A Ranji Trophy clash between Madhya Pradesh and Vidarbha in Nagpur. Madhya Pradesh were bowled out for 209, with Atharva Mahajan scoring 85. In response, Vidarbha struggled, ending the day at 56 for four, trailing by 153 runs, as Kumar Kartikeya picked up three wickets for Madhya Pradesh.
Police in Jharkhand's Khunti and Chatra districts have arrested two individuals in separate incidents, seizing a total of over 2 kg of opium with an estimated market value of more than Rs 10 lakh. One arrest was made during an anti-crime drive, while the other occurred during a vehicle-checking drive, with two accomplices managing to escape in the latter case.
Six members of a family, including two women and three children, were killed in a firing incident inside their home in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Monday. Police have launched an investigation and a search operation to apprehend the suspects.
Japan secured a 2-1 victory over Asian Games silver medallists Malaysia in their final round-robin match of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament, finishing third in the standings. Kentaro Fukuda scored both goals for Japan. Earlier, China and Bangladesh drew 1-1, eliminating them from semi-final contention.
Vaishnavi Adkar, India's women's tennis number one, is leveraging her distinctive heavy topspin forehand as a key weapon in her game. The 21-year-old, currently ranked 344, aims to break into the world's top 200, a goal she believes is achievable with her unique playing style and structured training. Her recent successes, including an ITF W100 final and a W35 title, highlight her rapid ascent in Indian tennis.
Data reveals that the number of voters in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Goa, Punjab, and Manipur has decreased by up to 13.24 per cent following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Across these five states, the electorate shrank by approximately 2.29 crore, a 12.2 per cent reduction, with Uttar Pradesh accounting for nearly 90 per cent of this drop. These states are slated for assembly polls early next year, and the Election Commission is conducting further revisions to include eligible voters.
A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after a plaque bearing former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's name at Kolkata's Nandan cultural hub was painted over, while one for Jyoti Basu remained untouched. This incident, occurring just before the Kolkata International Film Festival, has led to a war of words between the BJP and the Trinamool Congress, with actor Mithun Chakraborty questioning the relevance of Banerjee's name.
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill clarified that churches and faith-based organisations receive only about 6 per cent of the Rs 22,000 crore in foreign contributions. JPC chairperson Sanjay Jaiswal stated the committee is examining practical concerns raised by stakeholders, including allegations from opposition parties that the bill targets minority institutions. The government maintains the bill is not religion-specific and aims to regulate foreign contributions. The JPC is conducting nationwide consultations to gather feedback.
Rohan Patil and Mayank Agarwal scored contrasting half-centuries, building a crucial 129-run partnership, after Karnataka's bowlers dismantled Assam's batting line-up, giving their team a commanding lead on day one of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.
A study conducted in mice has found that females prefer warmer spaces than males due to differences in how two temperature sensors in nerves, TRPM2 (warmth) and TRPM8 (coolness), activate. These channels switch on at higher temperatures in females, leading to a preference for warmer environments, a phenomenon also observed in humans. Hormones like testosterone play a role in this preference, but body temperature itself is not the cause.
Farmers in Odisha are grappling with extensive crop damage caused by Cyclone Arnab last week, particularly in Ganjam, Kandhamal, and Gajapati districts. Their concerns are heightened by the impending Cyclone Murasu, which is expected to bring more heavy rainfall, threatening to destroy standing paddy crops already submerged. The state government has announced a special relief package for affected families and farmers, including financial assistance for crop losses.
Police in Jharkhand have booked a missionary school principal for allegedly raping a tribal woman, forcing an abortion, and threatening her. The accused is currently absconding. In a separate incident, a man and his father were booked in Chatra for the alleged rape of a Scheduled Caste woman and casteist slurs, linked to a loan dispute.
The opening day of the WTA 250 Chennai Open was completely washed out on Monday due to persistent heavy rain, exacerbated by an active northeast monsoon and a cyclonic weather system over the Bay of Bengal. Organisers have rescheduled all 16 first-round singles matches for Tuesday, with play set to begin at 11 am, as they grapple with the challenging weather conditions that also affected last year's event.
Pankaj Advani urged a televised cue sports league, simpler formats and more academies to popularise billiards and snooker, while reflecting on his record-extending 29th world title triumph.
A controversy has erupted over the selection of the Indian polo team for the upcoming World Cup Zonal Playoffs, with a dropped player alleging irregularities and questioning the inclusion of an athlete who previously tested positive for cocaine. The coach defended the player's selection, stating his ban had ended, while an IPA executive committee member confirmed a panel had decided against allowing the player to represent India internationally for two years, making his inclusion puzzling.
Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) president Prashant Sutar has announced his candidature for the All India Tennis Association (AITA) vice-president's post, setting up a direct contest against tennis legend Leander Paes in the upcoming November 27 elections. Sutar emphasizes his vision for Indian tennis administration over individual stature.
Supreme Court Justice PS Narasimha has recused himself from hearing a Public Interest Litigation concerning the prolonged delay in finalising the revised Memorandum of Procedure for appointing judges to the Supreme Court and High Courts. The PIL highlights that the MoP has remained unfinalised for nearly 11 years and criticises the absence of clear selection criteria. Justice Narasimha's recusal stems from his previous involvement as Additional Solicitor General in the NJAC proceedings.
Kolkata Police have summoned Avery Sen, daughter of former West Bengal minister Indranil Sen, for questioning in connection with the Durga Puja preview pass scam and the alleged unauthorised use of the UNESCO name and logo. This follows the arrest of Indranil Sen and the questioning of his wife, Madhuchhanda Sen, as investigators trace financial transactions linked to the case.
Four police personnel in Assam's Nagaon district were injured after being attacked by a drunk truck driver and his handyman inside Samaguri Police Station. The duo was brought in for questioning following a hit-and-run incident on Sunday night.
The Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) has become the first state tennis body in India to adopt the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. This move, following AITA's earlier adoption of constitutional amendments, aims to promote transparency, accountability, and ethical administration in sports.
Kimi Antonelli, the 20-year-old Mercedes driver, has become Formula One's youngest champion, a culmination of a lifelong passion for racing shared with his father and significant investment from Mercedes in his generational talent.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed significantly higher, with the Sensex rallying 1,233 points and the Nifty climbing to 23,440.80. This surge was primarily fuelled by a sharp increase in Reliance Industries' share price following strong quarterly earnings and a notable decline in crude oil prices.
India's first woman Senior World Wrestling Championships gold medallist, Manisha Bhanwala, attributes her mental toughness and success to the rigorous schedule and international exposure gained from the Pro Wrestling League (PWL). She highlights how PWL's back-to-back bouts and shared training with global stars prepared her for high-pressure situations, especially after her Asian Games disappointment. Manisha also looks forward to PWL Season 6 for Olympic qualification practice and believes the league helps popularise wrestling's technical aspects.
South Africa have recalled batters Tony de Zorzi and Zubayr Hamza to their squad for the upcoming two-match home Test series against Bangladesh, while seamer Lungi Ngidi remains sidelined due to injury.
Apple's new Apple TV 4K (4th Generation) brings Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, 128 GB of storage and an upgraded Siri Remote to home entertainment.
Fast bowler Arshdeep Singh defends girlfriend Samreen Kaur after she fiercely responded to online trolls criticising their relationship.
The guest list in Producer Anand Pandit's Diwali bash includes the who's who of Bollywood.
Four members of a family were found dead with their throats slit at their home in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect a male relative killed them before dying by suicide on a railway track.
A local court in New Delhi has denied bail to Abhishek Singh, who was arrested for possessing heroin and MDMA. The court cited the serious nature of the allegations and the ongoing investigation to ascertain the source and supply chain of the seized narcotics. The prosecution highlighted the risk of flight and the need for further investigation, while the defence argued false implication and procedural discrepancies.
Afghanistan has achieved its highest-ever position in the ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings, climbing to 6th spot and surpassing Sri Lanka, following impressive performances including a 4-0 series win over Ireland and an unbeaten tri-series campaign.
A minor victim has identified granite baron R Veeramani, the main accused in an alleged sexual harassment case, during an identification parade at Puzhal Central Prison. Veeramani is among eight individuals arrested by the Greater Chennai Police's Anti-Vice Squad for multiple cases involving minors. Authorities are also taking steps to prevent suspects from fleeing and to bring back an alleged accomplice from abroad.
Shuchita Patel, an Indian-American Democrat, is making a historic bid for Forsyth County Commissioner in Georgia, a region with a dark racial past. Running against a 16-year unopposed incumbent, Patel aims to bring change and stand up to what she calls a "bully" opponent, driven by a desire to create a better community for future generations amidst a deeply divided American political landscape.
A drone attack on an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Bannu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, northwest Pakistan, injured three police personnel on Sunday. The quadcopter drone targeted Tower No. 3 of the camp. Security forces fired upon the drone, forcing it to retreat. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident, which has raised security concerns.
India's badminton contingent, led by HS Prannoy, is set to compete at the USD 500,000 Super 500 Korea Open. Newly-crowned Hylo Open champion Lakshya Sen has withdrawn, placing more responsibility on Prannoy. Young talents like Tanvi Sharma, Malvika Bansod, and Anmol Kharb will also feature, alongside Indian doubles pairs.
Italy's Kimi Antonelli, who turned 20 last August 25, became Formula One's youngest world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix on Sunday.
India's manufacturing sector activity saw a moderated growth in October, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) falling to 54.7 from 55.1 in September, driven by softer increases in output and new orders, though strong international demand provided some support.
'Having grown up away from the glare of the limelight and the intrusive nature of paparazzi culture, the children were deeply distressed by the sudden intrusion into their privacy at such a difficult time.' 'In their grief and anguish, some of their reactions may have been directed towards certain members of the media. I sincerely regret any hurt this may have caused.'
The government has introduced new aviation rules, the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, granting it the power to intervene in airline ticket pricing during extraordinary situations.
Amitabh Bachchan has implemented a new security protocol for his weekly Sunday darshan, greeting fans from within a bulletproof shield.
