Khalin Joshi maintained a three-shot lead after the third round of the Bengaluru Open, despite a challenging day. Manu Gandas shot the lowest score of the day, an eight-under 64, to move into second place and reduce Joshi's advantage. The tournament is heading into its final round with a prize purse of Rs 1 crore.
Experienced golfer Shiv Kapur shot a 69 to extend his lead to 13-under at the AM Green IGPL Invitational. His performance has helped RVR Delhi Blue Bulls share the team lead with Auro Goa Eagles at 17-under. Varun Chopra of Auro Goa is in second place individually, three shots behind Kapur.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams continued their winning streak at the Asian Games, securing comprehensive victories against Bangladesh and Iran respectively. The women's team defeated 2018 gold medallist Iran 37-23, while the men's team beat Bangladesh 48-25, showcasing their strong performance and aiming for gold.
Champions Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Sunderland, maintaining their perfect start to the Premier League season and moving clear at the top. Meanwhile, title contenders Liverpool and Chelsea were held to draws against Fulham and Hull City respectively. Other notable results include Aston Villa's loss to Nottingham Forest, Ipswich's win against Crystal Palace, and Tottenham's continued struggle to score goals.
India's 10 largest pharmaceutical companies have consistently maintained positive average volume growth throughout 2026, while smaller rivals have experienced more erratic performance, driven by a market shift towards chronic and sub-chronic therapies.
Ridhima Dilawari holds a three-shot lead going into the final round of the 12th Leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour in Bengaluru. Despite a mixed second round, her consistent performance positions her for a potential fourth win this season. Neha Tripathi, Heena Kang, and Mannat Brar are tied for second, setting up an exciting final day.
Arsenal successfully defended their Premier League title challenge by defeating Chelsea 2-1, recovering from an early concession with goals from Kai Havertz and captain Martin Odegaard, maintaining a perfect start to the season.
Hockey Jharkhand, Hockey Haryana, and Hockey Karnataka extended their winning streaks in the Women Junior National Championship. Karnataka delivered a dominant 9-0 victory over Goans Hockey, with Pearlin Ponnamma AG scoring four goals. Other teams like Hockey Bihar, Delhi Hockey, Hockey Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, and Hockey Madhya Pradesh also secured significant wins across various divisions and pools.
Sneha Singh, after a recent victory, enters the 12th leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour with high hopes. She faces strong competition from players like Vani Kapoor, Ridhima Dilawari, and Amandeep Drall, aiming to maintain her form and consistency in the Rs. 17 lakh prize purse event.
Dempo Goa Challengers defeated PBG Pune Jaguars 8-7 in a thrilling Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7 match, extending their unbeaten run. Key performances from Bernadette Szocs and Syndrela Das secured the victory for Goa, despite strong challenges from Pune. The article also briefly mentions U Mumba TT winning the Dream UTT Juniors championship.
The Election Commission has removed an additional declaration related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) from the online voter enrolment Form 6 in states where the SIR process is complete. This decision follows internal objections from Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi regarding changes to the form and the process. The EC maintains the declaration was SIR-specific and not an amendment to Form 6 itself.
Defending champions India's men's kabaddi team secured a dominant 37-21 victory over Chinese Taipei, advancing to the semi-finals of the Asian Games with an unbeaten record in Group A.
India's men's lawn bowls pair, Navneet Singh and Dinesh Kumar, secured their third consecutive victory at the Commonwealth Games by defeating Botswana in a tense tie-break. The duo showcased strong coordination and resilience, maintaining their perfect record and significantly boosting their chances of advancing to the knockout stage.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is widely expected to keep its benchmark repo rate unchanged in the August monetary policy review, with economists citing elevated inflation risks and the pending closure of the FCNR(B) deposit scheme as key factors. Most anticipate a 'Neutral' policy stance but with a hawkish tone due to geopolitical tensions, high crude oil prices, and an uneven monsoon.
Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal in the women's 49kg weightlifting category at the Asian Games in Nagoya, ending her 12-year pursuit for this elusive honour. This marks India's first Asian Games weightlifting medal since 1998. Chanu expressed immense relief and joy, calling it a dream fulfilled and her life complete. She also discussed her future plans regarding the 2028 Olympics' 53kg category.
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Spain, led by a brace from Lamine Yamal, defeated Croatia 4-1 to extend their unbeaten run and maintain a perfect start in the Nations League. Meanwhile, England secured a 2-0 victory over 10-man Czech Republic with goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane, also continuing their strong performance in the tournament.
Shalu Manocha, daughter-in-law of murdered pharmaceutical trader Vineet Manocha, has been released by a Kanpur court after police filed a closure report, finding no evidence of her involvement. She was initially arrested based on an accused's statement but a detailed investigation cleared her, leading to the arrest of Vineet's son, Subrat Manocha, for plotting the murder.
Three BJP allies, including LJP (Ram Vilas), TDP, and RLM, have called on the Election Commission for a clearer explanation regarding concerns raised by two Election Commissioners over the voter list revision process. Union Minister Chirag Paswan warned that public faith in elections was at stake, while the EC asserted that differing views among its members were normal and final decisions were unanimous.
Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi reportedly flagged multiple issues during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, including name deletions. Despite a media report suggesting 14 objections over 10 months, Election Commission officials assert that all decisions, including SIR, were unanimous and approved by all commissioners. The report also highlights opposition parties' criticism of the SIR, alleging it targets non-BJP aligned voters.
The Indian women's squash team has advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Games, guaranteeing a medal. They defeated Singapore 2-0, with wins from Tanvi Khanna and Anahat Singh. The team had a strong group stage, beating Iran, China, and Japan.
Students at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwara are facing abuse and harassment after the university released a video featuring them, allegedly without their consent, to dismiss claims of a student's rape. The students involved claim the video was cropped and they were not consulted before its release, leading to further distress amidst campus protests and highway blockage.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have secured their spots in the semi-finals of the Asian Games after dominant performances in their respective Group A fixtures. The men's team defeated Chinese Taipei 37-21, marking their fourth consecutive win, while the women's team topped their group by beating hosts Japan 50-25, remaining unbeaten. Both teams showcased strong offensive and defensive play, continuing India's legacy of dominance in Asian Games kabaddi.
US President Donald Trump has shared a map on Truth Social showing the Strait of Hormuz labelled as "Trump Strait".
Rohit Sharma has spoken about his long-standing bond with Virat Kohli, highlighting their strong relationship since their early international careers. He revealed they constantly help each other improve their game and share a deep camaraderie, despite changes in roles and less frequent meetings.
Instant noodles continued to be a favourite worldwide, with consumption climbing to an estimated 124.21 billion servings last year.
India's sub-junior men's and women's hockey teams secured impressive victories at the FIH Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship in Muscat, extending their unbeaten runs. The women's team thrashed Kazakhstan 10-0, while the men's team defeated Bangladesh 8-3, showcasing strong performances in the tournament which serves as a World Cup qualifier.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have both secured their spots in the finals of the Asian Games, continuing their unbeaten run. The women's team defeated Nepal 48-24, while the men's team triumphed over Thailand 66-28 in their respective semi-final matches, setting the stage for a potential double gold medal defence.
India's fencing campaign at the Asian Games concluded after the women's sabre team was defeated by Uzbekistan in the quarterfinals. Despite an earlier win against Indonesia, the Indian team, including C A Bhavani Devi, Shreya Gupta, and Jefarlin Simla, could not advance further, marking an underwhelming performance where no fencer reached the medal rounds.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have secured their spots in the Asian Games finals, maintaining their unbeaten run. Both teams will face Iran in their respective gold medal matches, aiming to defend their titles.
The Asian Games shooting range in Nagoya has implemented a strict dress code for photographers and TV cameramen, leading to some confusion among media personnel. While the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) has long had such rules, the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Organising Committee has made them exceptionally clear, even requiring a video journalist to change from blue to black jeans. The rules aim to maintain a professional appearance and distinguish shooting as a sport, reflecting Japan's meticulous approach to event organisation.
The Delhi High Court has refused anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in a case involving alleged casteist remarks against Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad, citing a statutory bar under the SC/ST Act.
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has lauded Virat Kohli's exceptional form in ODIs, highlighting his fitness, hunger, dedication, and consistency as qualities for youth to emulate. Kaif recalled how Kohli overcame criticism after a lean patch to score over 900 runs in 11 innings, including four centuries, and recently achieved a record-breaking 139 not out against West Indies, surpassing 15,000 ODI runs.
Indian shooters Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai have won the gold medal in the trap mixed team event at the Asian Games, setting a new continental record. This victory marks a successful campaign for Neeru Dhanda, who also secured an individual gold and a team silver earlier in the competition.
Indian athletes, including Parul Chaudhary, Gulveer Singh, and Vithya Ramraj, secured multiple medals and broke records in various athletics events at the Asian Games, showcasing a strong performance in long-distance running and hurdles.
The Indian women's compound archery team, comprising Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Chikitha Taniparthi, and Prithika Pradeep, won the gold medal at the Asian Games by defeating China 238-234 in the final.
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Congress's Nandigram bypoll candidate Milan Pradhan has been sent to judicial custody until October 3 on charges dating back 19 years, effectively ending his campaign for the October 6 by-election.
India U-19 secured a commanding innings and 48-run victory over Australia U-19, continuing their dominant run. Lakshya Raichandani's double century and exceptional bowling performances from Yashbardhan Chauhan (6/75) and Ishan Om (4/62) were key to the win. This victory follows India's 3-0 sweep in the preceding Youth ODI series.
The Tamil Nadu government revoked a controversial order exempting its Public (Law and Order) Department from the RTI Act, 2005.
