Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for 30 days by the Portuguese FA and fined 255 euros after leaving the national team camp following a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus over his playing role.
French President Emmanuel Macron criticised unnamed foreign leaders, including Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu, for making "stupid comments" and exploiting recent domestic unrest in France for their own political campaigns. Speaking in Doha, Macron condemned the use of misinformation and AI-generated content to misrepresent the situation, asserting there was no foreign interference in the events but manipulation of information afterwards. He specifically called out Trump's claims about France being "under siege" and Netanyahu's assertion of an "invasion of extremist Islam."
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Reliance Industries' Jamnagar refinery, a day after calling India a crude oil refining 'superpower', and met with top Indian business leaders Gautam Adani and N Chandrasekaran to advance bilateral ties in energy, trade, investment, and defence.
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.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has claimed that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was detained for three hours at the Delhi airport upon his return from Paris and subsequently fined Rs 50,000. AAP media in-charge Baltej Pannu alleged that the incident was due to "tremendous pressure from above" and linked it to the Centre's repeated denial of permission for Mann's foreign visits, accusing the central government of obstructing Punjab's progress.
'Tiger Shroff is someone who has absolutely no controversies associated with him.' 'He is someone who works out or dances. That is all I ever see him doing.' 'I cannot fathom how shots could be fired at him. I am even scared to speak about this on camera. What if someone comes after me?'
Discover how to effortlessly incorporate red into your Navratri Day 3 festive outfits with stylish accessories, drawing inspiration from Indian celebrities.
Indian boxers Aman Dev and Mausam Suhag secured comfortable victories in their respective weight categories at the World Boxing U-19 Championships in Budva, Montenegro, on Sunday, advancing to the next round. Other Indian boxers, Aditya and Tridev, are also scheduled to compete.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has ordered a CBI probe into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, following intense pressure from his family and supporters after his killing on October 13 in Mansa.
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Defending champion Sheetal Devi and debutant Swati Chaudhary have secured at least two medals for India at the Asian Para Games by reaching the finals of their respective para archery events on Tuesday. Sheetal Devi will compete in the women's compound final, while Swati Chaudhary will vie for gold in the women's W1 final. India's mixed teams also advanced to the semifinals.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve global conflicts, stating, "war can never be the answer to war," while addressing the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has indicated that rate cuts are improbable in the near term, with headline inflation projected to reach 6 per cent in the third quarter. Minutes from the October meeting reveal growing concerns among members about inflation spreading beyond food and fuel, leading to a shift in policy stance towards calibrated tightening.
Three individuals accused of firing at actor Tiger Shroff's car have been remanded to police custody until October 31. Investigators suspect the attack was orchestrated by Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Anil Pandit, prompting a deeper probe into the gang's involvement. Police are seeking to recover weapons and unearth the full conspiracy.
rediffGURU Dr Nagarajan JSK, a career counsellor with nearly 34 years of experience in teaching, research and career guidance, explains the benefits of pursuing higher education in India.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri has advised the Indian team management to preserve pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah for Test cricket and use him sparingly in other formats to keep him fresh for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
The BCCI has announced that the 2027 Indian Premier League auction will take place in Goa on December 16, marking its return to India after three seasons abroad.
Nepal has banned the import, sale, and distribution of Priyagold biscuits, citing them as sub-standard. This decision follows India's food regulator FSSAI initiating legal proceedings against the manufacturer, Surya Food and Agro Ltd, for using cattle feed bran and other serious violations, and suspending its licence.
Indian sprinter Simran secured a gold medal and set a new Games record in the women's 200m T12 event at the Asian Para Games on Tuesday. Her compatriot Tejalben Damor also won a bronze in the same competition. Simran, a Paris Paralympics bronze medallist, overcame dietary challenges to achieve her win, while debutant Tejalben expressed determination for her upcoming 400m race.
Tejasswi Prakash brought a dose of boardroom attitude to the runway on October 15, turning showstopper for NIF Global's The Runway presentation at Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI 2026 in New Delhi.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner discussed India's young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar ahead of the five-match T20 International series.
'Tiger was sitting in his car when the incident happened. He is not injured. Two people injured, his driver Firdaus and a passerby. 15 teams are working to arrest the culprits.'
'I don't blindly follow trends, and I kind of make them my own.'
From Baadshah to Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, these spy comedies prove that espionage can be a laughing matter, even when promising premises go sometimes spectacularly off course.
The Delhi High Court has overturned a Central Information Commission (CIC) order that mandated the disclosure of information regarding the Prime Minister's foreign visits on IAF aircraft under the RTI Act. The court cited national security concerns and the physical safety of the Prime Minister, stating that no sufficient larger public interest was demonstrated to override these risks. It also noted that the CIC erred in directing disclosure of Special Foreign Returns (SFR) - II.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has characterised the strategic alignment between India and the United States as "extraordinary", emphasising that both nations have an opportunity to shape the course of the 21st century through partnership.
Actor Tiger Shroff recently escaped unhurt after a shooting incident in Juhu, Mumbai, making him the latest Bollywood figure to be targeted. This event brings to light a history of similar attacks on film personalities, including filmmaker Rohit Shetty earlier this year, Salman Khan in April 2024, Rakesh Roshan in 2000, and the assassination of Gulshan Kumar in 1997. Comedian Kapil Sharma's restaurant in Canada was also targeted last year.
At the border, places that you had just seen on a map, suddenly acquire a life. Looking at the vast expanse of quiet land, you realise an emotional connect, a sense of belonging binds you to a piece of land which is not merely territory, but a part of who you are.
The Indian mixed doubles badminton pair of Nitesh Kumar and Thulasimathi Murugesan secured a medal at the Asian Para Games by topping their SL3-SU5 Group B with an unbeaten record, advancing to the semifinals. Nitesh Kumar also won his men's singles SL3 match, and Ruthick Ragupathi won his men's singles SU5 match.
This year's Ekta Diwas parade in Kevadia, Gujarat, will feature around 2,000 artists from 126 Naxal-affected districts and celebrate the significant achievement of ending armed Naxalism in the country. Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the annual event on October 31, which also commemorates Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary. The celebrations will include cultural performances, innovative tableaux, and will honour security forces while promoting tourism to the Statue of Unity.
New CCTV footage from Surat station shows two suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case rushing to board a Pune-Jaipur express train. The suspects travelled by road from Mumbai to Surat after the gun attack, before being nabbed later at Kota station in Rajasthan. The incident involved gunshots fired at Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, injuring his driver and a bystander.
Cognizant and Google Cloud have announced an expanded partnership to accelerate the adoption of agentic AI, forming a new 'Gemini Frontier Capability Group'. This initiative combines Google's AI platform with Cognizant's expertise to help enterprises deploy resilient, production-grade AI agents and drive business value. The group will focus on areas like legacy modernisation and cyber defence, with Cognizant also scaling Gemini internally.
Bengal secured a 60-run victory over Services in a Ranji Trophy Group C match, powered by Pradipta Pramanik's four-wicket haul. Elsewhere, Delhi established a significant lead against Gujarat, while Maharashtra built a massive first-innings advantage over Jharkhand with centuries from Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ankit Bawne, and Digvijay Patil.
Krish Gupta of Rayo Racing secured his first National Rotax Karting title in the Senior Category of the FMSCI National Karting Championship in Bengaluru. Despite a challenging start, Gupta showcased remarkable recovery and consistent performance, culminating in a third-place finish in the final race, which was enough to clinch the overall championship. His victory also earns him a spot to represent India at the Rotax World Finals in Portugal.
Navratri is all about celebrating devotion, colour and the energy of new beginnings, and Day 3 belongs to royal blue. The shade is associated with strength, richness and elegance, making it a striking choice for the festive season.
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly offered prayers on Maha Ashtami and expressed profound sadness over the tragic stampede at a Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, urging devotees to exercise extreme caution amidst large crowds.
The Indian women's cricket team is set to complete a 3-0 T20I series sweep against Zimbabwe in the final match in Raipur, buoyed by strong performances from captain Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and debutant Niki Prasad.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has demolished unauthorised 'siporex' block walls at a Juhu property linked to actor Ajay Devgn and his mother, following a stop-work notice and rejection of their response.
Ravi Baby Sahana and Prachi Pandey created history by becoming India's first para table tennis players to secure medals in the standing category at the Asian Para Games. India clinched a total of four bronze medals in the event, surpassing its previous medal tally. Paralympics medallists Bhavina Patel and Sonalben Patel also contributed to the country's success.
Mumbai Police are transporting three individuals from Kota, including a juvenile, who were apprehended in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car. One of the accused is allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which claimed responsibility for the attack that occurred on Sunday evening in Juhu.
