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.
India's fast bowling coach Morne Morkel has acknowledged the difficulties faced by bowlers on flat pitches in the T20I series against West Indies, where high scores have been common. He advised his bowlers to learn from the experience, make smart decisions under pressure, and praised young pacer Prince Yadav for his skill and calm demeanour in tough situations.
A century on, India has adopted the Left's welfare ideas, but not the Left. Why do people borrow the promises, then vote for the temple? questions Binu Alex.
Akash Ambani is leading Jio Platforms' initial public offering (IPO), set to be India's largest, with a strategy that includes appealing to regional investors and drawing parallels to his grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani's historic public listing of Reliance Industries.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw warned of increased global turbulence from tech disruptions, AI, and financial risks in the coming years. He stated that India is strengthening its economic and technological resilience to protect its growth from external shocks. India is focusing on domestic manufacturing and design in critical tech areas while maintaining global integration, with trust becoming as crucial as cost in supply chains.
Six initial public offerings, including Rentomojo Ltd and Karamtara Engineering, were fully subscribed on their final day of bidding, with Rentomojo's IPO subscribed 72.88 times and Karamtara's 62.63 times, reflecting robust investor appetite in the primary market.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met India's Asian Games medal-winners, including the gold-winning cricket teams, on Thursday. He praised their achievements, highlighting India's growing strength in sports and its ambition to become a credible host for major international events, including a bid for the 2036 Olympics. Modi also emphasised the government's support for athletes and urged medallists to mentor the next generation.
Indian golfers Gaganjeet Bhullar, Karandep Kochhar, and Shiv Kapur are set to compete against a formidable international field, including Major champions Rory McIlroy and Ryan Fox, at the DP World India Championship in New Delhi. The tournament, featuring seven Major champions, will test the Indian contingent's recent form and experience on home turf.
US President Donald Trump has issued a waiver from sanctions under the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, citing national interest. This move comes after a deal with Russia for diesel supply and ahead of a US official's visit to India, where concerns about the act's impact on India's oil imports were raised.
China has announced new export controls on key machinery, including tunnel boring machines, walking excavators, and dredger components, citing national security. These restrictions, effective November 18, could significantly impact India's infrastructure projects, such as metro systems and high-speed rail lines, as China has previously limited such exports to India.
World champion Pramod Bhagat and Paralympic gold-winner Kumar Nitesh have assured India of medals at the Asian Para Games by reaching the men's singles SL3 semifinals. Other Indian shuttlers, including Krishna Nagar, Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan, Manisha Ramdass, Sanjana Kumari, Abhijeet Sakhuja, Suhas LY, and Hardik Makkar, also delivered strong performances, advancing in various categories and securing multiple medals for the country.
India's men's hockey team is the most successful in the Asian Champions Trophy, having won five titles since 2011. The article details each of their victories, including dramatic shootouts, a joint win, and recent comebacks, highlighting their consistent performance in the tournament.
Among the late Jeffrey Archer's many, many fans in India is Sethu Iyer from Ahmedabad. 'How I wish,' says Sethu 'he had written a book based in India with cricket as the background!'
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.
India's para track and field athletes delivered a stellar performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games, securing six medals, including three gold, on the opening day of athletics competitions. Long jumper Nishad Kumar, javelin thrower Rinku Hooda, and visually impaired middle-distance runner Soumya each won gold in their respective events, contributing to India's strong start.
Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara has lauded Abhishek Sharma for becoming the fastest batter to reach 2,000 T20I runs, comparing his explosive ability to Chris Gayle. Pujara also highlighted Sharma's growing maturity and Ishan Kishan's crucial role at number three for the Indian team in the shortest format, emphasising his powerplay maximisation.
Bollywood actor Imran Khan has launched a legal challenge in the Bombay high court against a police notice ordering him to leave India by October 28, following his participation in a political protest and a concurrent review of his OCI status.
India pacer Prasidh Krishna discusses his renewed determination after an injury lay-off, focusing on the upcoming five-Test series against Australia and its significance in the World Test Championship cycle. He also shares insights into the mental and physical demands of rehabilitation and the challenges of playing in New Zealand.
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Secretary Chanchal Kumar outlined the critical factors for the media and entertainment sector's next growth phase, including robust intellectual property, sustainable revenue models, and disciplined investments. Speaking at the CII Big Picture Summit, he emphasised the government's role in fostering an environment for creative enterprises and addressing challenges posed by digital platforms and AI. The CII White Paper also projected a USD 100 billion Indian M&E sector, advocating for stronger IP and regulatory reforms.
'We are open to all countries around the world as long as we get a fair deal, as long as we are ensured continuity in the engagement.'
The Indian women's football team suffered a heavy 0-8 defeat against Russia in their second international friendly in Kolkata. Russia displayed clinical finishing and exploited India's defensive weaknesses, scoring five goals in the first half and adding three more after the break, with multiple players bagging braces.
Spanish golfer Eugenio Chacarra won the DP World India Championship by two shots at the Delhi Golf Club, marking his third DP World Tour title of the season and moving him to the top of the Race to Dubai rankings. Anirban Lahiri was the best Indian finisher at tied 23rd, attributing his performance to a lack of competitive golf. Yuvraj Sandhu finished tied 34th, reflecting on his maturing season.
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.
ideaForge Technology has received an order from the Survey of India for its Q6 V2 unmanned aerial vehicles. These advanced, DFCA-certified drones will enhance the Survey of India's ability to collect high-quality aerial and geospatial data for surveying and mapping across diverse terrains, offering efficient and rapid deployment for large-scale projects.
A new report by BinQle indicates India will face a significant demand-supply gap of artificial intelligence professionals by 2026, requiring 1.4 million AI experts against an available pool of 400,000. This shortage could hinder growth for enterprises and GCCs, driving up salaries and necessitating continuous reskilling and strategic talent development.
The Sports Ministry conducted a review of India's Asian Games performance, scrutinising the lower-than-expected medal haul in athletics and badminton. Chaired by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, the meeting addressed issues like injured athletes and future planning for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, with a strong emphasis on federations delivering results and nurturing young talent.
Indian professional boxer Neeraj Goyat is set to face former UFC lightweight world champion Anthony Pettis in a six-round super welterweight contest on January 23 next year. Three Indian cities are being considered to host the high-profile bout, which marks a significant moment for Indian boxing as Goyat fights a major international name on home ground.
India face West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad, needing one more win to seal the series as Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan lead the batting charge.
Eugenio Chacarra of Spain holds a two-shot lead at the DP World India Championship after a strong third round was suspended due to fading light at the Delhi Golf Club on Saturday. Chacarra reached 14-under par, with compatriots Angel Hidalgo and Joost Luiten trailing at 12-under. The tournament has faced schedule disruptions due to earlier weather delays, setting up a demanding final day for players, including top contenders like Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy, and Indian golfers led by Om Prakash Chouhan.
Opposition MPs from the INDIA bloc intensified their protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over 'vote chori' allegations, leading to the detention of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra by Delhi Police.
Pacer Keemo Paul discusses how West Indies bowlers effectively used slow balls on a gripping pitch and the absence of dew to secure a 24-run victory over India in the fourth T20I on Wednesday. He also highlighted captain Shai Hope's crucial century and strong team planning as key factors in their success.
Om Prakash Chouhan is the best-placed Indian golfer, tied fifth, after carding a four-under 68 on the rain-affected opening day of the USD 4 million DP World India Championship at Delhi Golf Club. Play was suspended due to darkness, with Denmark's Niklas Nrgaard leading.
India has advised its nationals in Saudi Arabia to 'remain calm and vigilant' due to an evolving security situation, including drone and missile attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels, which recently resulted in the death of an Indian national and injuries to several others.
Indian golf stars Shubhankar Sharma and Anirban Lahiri will spearhead a 27-member Indian contingent at the USD four million DP World India Championship. They will compete against a formidable international field, including seven Major winners like Rory McIlroy, at the Delhi Golf Club, starting on Thursday.
India's foreign exchange reserves experienced a notable decline of $12.952 billion, settling at $734.606 billion for the week ending October 2, according to the latest data released by the Reserve Bank of India.
'The smartphone had become my boarding pass, my digital ID, my train ticket repository, my taxi booking tool and my payment instrument,' says Brijesh Haldia
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 top-order batter Punam Raut announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket on Thursday. The 37-year-old played four Tests, 73 ODIs, and 35 T20Is for India, highlighting her career with a record-breaking ODI partnership and participation in the 2017 Women's ODI World Cup.
Mona Agarwal staged a remarkable comeback to win the gold medal in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event at the Asian Para Games, narrowly defeating compatriot Avani Lekhara who secured silver. This one-two finish marked India's opening medal account and secured a second quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.
The Delhi Golf Club is set to host the star-studded DP World India Championship from October 15 to 18, featuring top golfers like Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood, and other Major winners. The USD 4 million event, held at the historic venue, aims to boost golf's profile in India and offer young Indian players a chance to learn from the best.
