Bournemouth thrashed Manchester United 3-0 to intensify pressure on Michael Carrick, while Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 to claim their first home league win and climb to fourth.
A Kollam-native, Lijo Felix, has been arrested at Thiruvananthapuram airport for allegedly impersonating a cyber cell officer. He is accused of intimidating a young woman via WhatsApp call in February this year, claiming she was under surveillance for watching sexual videos, and then coercing her into sending nude videos as part of a supposed "counselling process." The arrest was made by Thrissur Rural Cyber Crime officers upon his arrival from Germany.
Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC played out a goalless draw in a hard-fought Indian Super League match on Sunday. Despite numerous chances and strong attacking plays from both sides, neither team could find the back of the net, leading to a shared point.
Jammu and Kashmir Police seized a pistol and 9.22 grams of heroin in a border village near Jammu. The recovery was based on information from an arrested drug peddler, Gagandeep Singh, who was previously caught with heroin. A probe is ongoing to determine the source of the contraband and identify other individuals involved.
A 30-year-old man, Munesh, was found dead in Delhi under suspicious circumstances, just days before a hearing in his divorce case. His family suspects foul play, noting he went missing after attending a Dussehra fair on October 20 and had received threats recently.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams continued their strong performance at the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The women's team defeated Uganda 41-18, led by Captain Nidhi Sharma, while the men's team secured a 37-23 victory over Malaysia, with Neeraj Narwal as the top scorer.
Harmanpreet Kaur smashed a scintillating 126, while all-rounder Deepti Sharma struck an unbeaten 106 as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second women's ODI in Vadodara.
Shadab Khan's unbeaten 113 and an unbroken 89-run last-wicket stand with Haris Rauf powered Pakistan to a thrilling one-wicket victory over England despite Ben Duckett's century.
Police in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested Mahendra Pal Verma, son of a former minister, and his accomplice Shera, in connection with the murder of two young brothers. The arrests bring the total number of accused apprehended to seven, with two still at large. The children's bodies were found on September 30, and an old enmity is suspected as the motive.
A 19-year-old man in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was arrested for stealing 15 tolas of gold from his uncle to purchase a luxury SUV. The accused, Samar Chavan, even invited his uncle, Umesh Chavan, to the vehicle's 'puja'. The theft came to light after Umesh filed a complaint, leading to the arrest of Samar and the jeweller who bought the stolen gold.
Yash Mulik of Maharashtra broke his own U18 national record in the 110m hurdles, clocking 13.29 seconds to win gold at the National Junior Athletics Championships on Sunday. The event also saw Fasalul Haque win gold in the men's U20 110m hurdles, with several other athletes achieving top honours across various categories.
Mahindra Group's Bristlecone, a supply chain services provider, reported a 24 per cent year-on-year growth. The company is pursuing a "project unicorn" initiative to achieve a billion-dollar valuation in a few years, driven by expanded offerings, strategic investments in AI and IP, and a focus on resilient supply chains.
Actor Dhanush has reorganised his fan club into a welfare movement, 'Dhanush Narpani Iyakkam', sparking widespread speculation in Tamil Nadu about his potential entry into politics, despite the actor not officially announcing any such ambitions.
Konsam Sanathoi Singh scored in the final minute of injury time to give Punjab FC a dramatic 3-2 victory over Churchill Brothers in an Indian Super League match. Raphael Messi Bouli and Alfred Planas Moya also scored for Punjab, while Sebastian Gutierrez netted twice for Churchill Brothers.
Daniil Medvedev fought back to defeat Nikoloz Basilashvili in three sets, defend his Almaty Open title, claim his fourth trophy of 2026 and boost ATP Finals qualification hopes.
Kerala BJP president Rajeev Chandrasekhar has accused Chief Minister VD Satheesan of "selective secularism" following the arrest of a YouTuber for allegedly making communal remarks about a Fort Kochi cafe. Chandrasekhar questioned the ruling Congress and CPI(M)'s political culture, which he claims disrespects religious sentiments, while other leaders like Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala and MP Hibi Eden condemned the communal remarks and defended Kerala's secular fabric and tourism.
Sonbhadra police have arrested three individuals in connection with suspicious transactions worth Rs 2.37 crore linked to the Satya Sanatan Trust's bank account. The arrests followed 35 complaints received on the national cybercrime reporting portal, with an ongoing investigation into the roles of those involved.
Businessman Robert Vadra expressed support for his son Raihan Vadra after Raihan's photo exhibition faced controversy over images of "vote chori" protests. Vadra stated that his son faces headwinds but will emerge stronger, while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised the suppression of expression.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge sparked a major controversy on Sunday with his remark "Modi ka baap bhi jayega" during an event in Patna, in response to an audience member's comment about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The statement drew sharp condemnation from senior leaders of the BJP and other NDA allies, including Home Minister Amit Shah and Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, who criticised the use of "indecent and unparliamentary language" and demanded an apology from the Congress.
Thailand's Pornanong Phatlum secured her fourth Hero Women's Indian Open title, conquering the Gary Player Course with an impressive 11-under 277. India's Vani Kapoor put up a strong fight, finishing second, marking her best Ladies European Tour result. Defending champion Shannon Tan finished third, while other Indian golfers also made it to the top 10.
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh stated on Sunday that the Indian Air Force's Operation Sindoor demonstrated its capability to strike targets across the Western front, serving as a warning to adversaries. He highlighted the operation's validation of the IAF's capability-centric approach, indigenous weapon systems, and commitment to zero collateral damage, while also outlining the force's long-term vision for 2047 to become a multi-domain aerospace power.
The wife and three children of an Indian Navy employee in Faridabad allegedly attempted suicide by ingesting rat poison on Sunday, citing physical abuse and character questioning by the husband/father. They were rushed to a hospital in Delhi for treatment, and police are awaiting a formal complaint to take action.
Naomi Osaka admits she has contemplated retirement as motherhood shapes her priorities, but the four-time Grand Slam champion believes she is close to rediscovering her title-winning form.
On the third day of the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad, Canada secured a dominant 74-28 victory over Australia, becoming the first men's team to score over 70 points. Other men's matches saw Sri Lanka narrowly defeat Uganda and England comfortably beat Nigeria. In the women's division, Nigeria achieved their historic first win against Singapore, while Sri Lanka women decisively beat England women.
A former local journalist, Palash Tiwari, was arrested in Raipur for allegedly firing shots in the air and threatening individuals inside the Raipur Press Club. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, leading to his swift apprehension and the recovery of a pistol and cartridges.
Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu finished as runner-up at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament, losing to world No. 1 An Se Young. Despite the loss, Sindhu expressed satisfaction with her performance but acknowledged significant room for improvement, particularly in maintaining leads and adapting to court conditions.
Himanshu 'Bhau', a notorious gangster from Haryana with 64 criminal cases, has been detained by US authorities for misrepresentation of facts. The kingpin of a global syndicate involved in murder and extortion, he operated from abroad after fleeing India in 2022. Haryana Police are coordinating with CBI for his deportation.
IndiGo and Air India Group will progressively shift flights from Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to the newly built Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) starting from December. This phased transition, expected to complete by the 2027 summer aviation season, aims to ease capacity constraints at CSMIA, facilitate its Terminal 1 redevelopment, and establish a dual-airport system for Mumbai, enhancing connectivity and future growth.
Defending champion Dhruvh Goswami secured a dramatic victory in the first LGB Formula 4 race on the final day of Round 1 of the CTR-JK Tyre FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship in Coimbatore. Despite challenging conditions and multiple safety car interruptions, Goswami showcased exceptional skill. The rain-hit day also saw Balaprasath win the second LGB Formula 4 race, Kabir Sahoch achieve a hat-trick in the Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup Amateur class, and other notable wins across various categories.
An 80-year-old woman was found murdered in her Mathura home on Sunday, with police suspecting a robbery as her jewellery was missing. The incident came to light when her domestic help discovered the body.
Former Supreme Court judge Sanjay Kishan Kaul has criticised former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud's approach to judicial appointments, alleging that he was "too deferential to the government". Kaul, in his forthcoming memoir, details instances where Chandrachud sought government "pre-approval" for appointments, raising concerns about judicial independence and executive pressure.
India has issued an advisory to its nationals in Saudi Arabia, urging them to abide by local rules and regulations, particularly regarding filming or publishing information about missile and drone interceptions. This comes amidst escalating regional tensions and recent drone and missile attacks. The advisory also includes updates on flight suspensions by Air India and Air India Express to Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah, with some suspensions extending until 2026. Indian missions are providing assistance to affected nationals and liaising with Saudi authorities.
A 40-year-old revenue department official, Lakshmikant Munda, was allegedly killed at his home in Ranchi, Jharkhand, by unidentified persons. Police have launched an investigation, considering angles like robbery and old enmity, and a Special Investigation Team has been formed to nab the culprits.
A joint team of Sonauli police and SSB seized 1,503 vials of restricted injectable drugs and arrested a man, Premchand (29), near the India-Nepal border in Maharajganj district on Sunday. A car used for transportation was also seized, and a case has been registered under the NDPS Act.
A tragic incident in Udupi, Karnataka, saw a 40-year-old woman, Netravati, allegedly kill her 14-year-old physically disabled daughter, Suprati, before dying by suicide. The police are investigating the motive behind the deaths, which occurred on Sunday while Netravati's husband was at work.
PV Sindhu finished as runner-up at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament in Paris, losing to world No. 1 An Se Young of South Korea in a three-game final. Despite a strong start where Sindhu won the first game, An Se Young dominated the subsequent games to secure her fourth French Open title. This marks Sindhu's 11th loss to An Se Young in as many meetings.
Disappointed James Anderson says his Lancashire exit after 25 years was not how he wanted it to end, as the county prioritises rebuilding and a promotion push.
Mathura police, in a joint operation with the Agra Anti-Narcotics Task Force, arrested three alleged interstate drug smugglers and seized 250 kg of ganja worth Rs 1.25 crore from a container truck on Sunday. The consignment was reportedly en route from Odisha to Haryana.
Lancashire will part ways with Sir James Anderson after 25 years, declining to renew his contract for 2027 as the county launches a long-term rebuilding drive.
The inaugural KBD Run was held at the 1 Army HQ Signal Regiment complex in New Delhi on Sunday, with nearly 500 participants. The event commemorated Capt Kulbhushan Dogra, a cricketer, athletics coach, and fitness expert for the Indian cricket team. Organised by his daughter-in-law, the run celebrated fitness and community, with plans to make it an annual feature.
