Manchester United manager Michael Carrick's future is in serious doubt following a humiliating 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth, extending the club's winless streak to eight games across all competitions and leaving them just one point above the Premier League relegation zone.
Sourdough bread, which is both yummier and healthier than regular bread, tastes far the best when baked at home.
Police in Patna are investigating the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl at a guest house in Danapur. The incident occurred on Sunday, and a special investigation team has been formed to apprehend the accused.
Alex Carey says Australia must focus on preparation ahead of the South Africa Test, with their No. 1 ranking and World Test Championship hopes at stake.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa has responded to allegations of caste bias regarding erroneous voter slips, stating that computers and software are not inherently casteist. The controversy arose after an AAP MP highlighted a voter slip where "Ramhit Yadav" was translated to "Ram ne Yadav ko Maara." Rinwa explained that the software, designed for transliteration, sometimes incorrectly translated names, causing these errors. Authorities are investigating the issue and taking steps to prevent recurrence, while also cautioning against the circulation of forged voter slips.
A 60-year-old farmer, Ramkhelawan alias Suwalal, was killed in alleged celebratory firing during a traditional Tesu-Jhanjhiya event in a Kanpur village on Monday. Police have arrested Guddu Singh, 28, who allegedly fired the fatal shot while intoxicated, and detained two other suspects. Celebratory firing is prohibited in Uttar Pradesh.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was acquitted by a special MP-MLA court in Sultanpur on Monday in a defamation case stemming from his 2018 remarks against then BJP president Amit Shah. The court ruled that Gandhi's statement was not defamatory and the complainant, Vijay Mishra, was not an aggrieved person. Mishra's lawyer plans to challenge the verdict.
India's largest private-sector lender, HDFC Bank, is undergoing a significant leadership transition with several long-serving executives, including Deputy Managing Director Kaizad Bharucha and outgoing MD & CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, set to depart, leaving incoming MD & CEO Anup Bagchi to oversee a major overhaul.
Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma scored her second ODI hundred against Zimbabwe, ending a nine-year wait. She emphasised the importance of her match-winning 153-run partnership with Harmanpreet Kaur, who also scored a century, over her personal milestone. Deepti also spoke about her mindset during the game and her faith.
Ayushmann Khurrana's Udta Teer managed a decent first week at the box office, navigating a crowded release schedule where several new Hindi films struggled to find an audience.
New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell has attributed India's 2-0 lead in the ongoing T20I series to their exceptional death bowling. Bracewell noted that the Indian bowlers effectively built pressure in the final overs, preventing the Black Caps from posting higher totals despite high-scoring games. He acknowledged the challenge posed by India's in-form openers and highlighted the need for New Zealand to deliver a complete performance to turn the tide.
NITI Aayog has called for a fundamental overhaul of urban governance in India, advocating for empowered city governments, directly elected mayors with five-year terms, and greater financial autonomy for urban local bodies to manage the country's rapidly growing urban population.
India bowling coach Morne Morkel reveals a 'bulletproof' workload management plan for the New Zealand tour, including rotation and backup bowlers ahead of the Tests.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's convoy was involved in a minor collision on the Purvanchal Expressway on Monday while he was travelling to Sultanpur for a court hearing in a defamation case. Officials confirmed Gandhi was safe and no major injuries occurred. The incident happened around 10.15 am when a vehicle in front suddenly braked, causing a chain reaction. The convoy resumed its journey, heading to the court for a case related to remarks made against Amit Shah in 2018.
Amitabh Bachchan upheld his cherished Sunday darshan tradition, greeting a massive crowd of fans outside his residence, amidst significantly heightened security following a recent bomb threat email.
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the third T20 International against New Zealand due to a right adductor strain.
A sharp price fall alone does not justify averaging down.
'If you ask Prime Minister Modi prove you are Indian, as per the Election Commission's criteria, he may not be able to prove that he is an Indian.'
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a decline in early trade due to elevated crude oil prices, ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, and investor caution ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision later this week. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 26.
A political controversy has erupted after Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's "baap" remarks, with the Congress claiming a BJP worker first insulted Kharge's father, prompting his retort. The BJP has strongly condemned Kharge's language, calling it indecent and reflecting the Congress's ideological bankruptcy, while the Congress alleges repeated insults against its chief.
Luiz Incio Lula da Silva has clinched a historic fourth term as Brazil's president, navigating a contentious election against Flavio Bolsonaro who refuses to concede.
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the second T20I at Hagley Oval, marking their 200th victory in men's T20 Internationals. Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy's unbeaten 69-run partnership secured the win, giving India a 2-0 series lead.
'You want the main man, and you cannot even bring him to Mumbai, where he has allegedly carried out a high-profile shootout.'
Rakul Singh gives us a glimpse of her life beyond film shoots.
'Before the Tiger Shroff incident, the gang announced that it had 70,000 shooters. Why say that? Because you want to give a message to the people who are likely to be extorted.'
The main culprit behind this cost escalation are rising prices of sugar and milk that go into making the sweets.
Real Madrid secured a significant 2-1 victory over league leaders Barcelona at Camp Nou, marking Barcelona's first LaLiga defeat this season. Kylian Mbappe scored both goals for Real Madrid, breaking the deadlock in the 41st minute and sealing the win with three minutes remaining. Raphinha scored Barcelona's equaliser. This result leaves Barcelona still at the top of LaLiga, with Real Madrid in third place.
Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the US Grand Prix, bringing him to the verge of becoming Formula One's youngest-ever champion. The Mercedes driver now needs only two points in Mexico to clinch the title, despite efforts from rivals Lewis Hamilton and George Russell to delay his triumph. Charles Leclerc finished second, with Max Verstappen third.
New Zealand has announced several squad changes for the ongoing T20I series against India, with key pacers Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry managing niggles and workload. The adjustments aim to balance player fitness with a busy summer schedule, bringing in new players like Blair Tickner and Josh Clarkson while others like Kyle Jamieson will play domestic cricket before rejoining the national team.
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.
Four individuals, including a witch doctor, have been arrested in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district for the murder of a 46-year-old woman. The victim was allegedly killed on suspicion of practising black magic. Police found her body on Saturday morning and have registered a case under the BNS and Witchcraft Prevention Act.
Two separate tragic incidents in Jharkhand saw couples die. In Lohardaga, a newly married couple died by self-immolation on Saturday, suspected due to mental stress. In Jamtara, an interfaith couple allegedly died by suicide on railway tracks on Saturday, reportedly due to family opposition to their relationship.
Pune police have arrested two more individuals, Swapnil Bhagwan Kamble and Chaitanya Uttam Babar, in connection with the alleged contract attack on businessman Rana Suryavanshi near Baramati airport. A minor has also been apprehended, bringing the total arrests to four. The attack was reportedly a contract hit for Rs 2 lakh, with one accused, Dnyandev Mahadev Shinde, allegedly paying two youths to execute it. The motive behind the crime is yet to be established.
Harmanpreet Kaur scored her eighth ODI century, leading India to a 121-run victory over Zimbabwe and clinching the series. The veteran batter expressed her desire to enjoy batting, moving past captaincy, while captain Smriti Mandhana praised the team's recovery and individual performances, including Deepti Sharma's century and Vaishnavi Sharma's four-wicket haul.
A farmer was found dead inside a private finance company's office in Nanded, Maharashtra, with his family alleging he was forcibly taken, confined, and assaulted over a disputed loan amount. Police have detained three individuals and registered a case of murder, kidnapping, and wrongful confinement. A similar case of loan recovery harassment has also emerged in the area, prompting the Nanded Superintendent of Police to urge farmers to report such incidents.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered immediate action against those who allegedly attacked a Bihu troupe in Sribhumi district, stating that any insult to the state's culture will not be tolerated. Following his directive, 13 people have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and AASU president Utpal Sarma also condemned the incident, emphasising the importance of Bihu to Assamese identity.
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.
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.
