The Buddh International Circuit (BIC) recently hosted FIA-level racing for the first time in 13 years, sparking renewed discussions about a potential Formula 1 return to India. While organisers suggest 30-40% of the track needs revamping, drivers who competed praised its condition. The government is also exploring the feasibility, but significant financial investment and tax clarity are crucial for F1's comeback.
Indian golfer Pranavi Urs, fresh from strong performances including a top-four finish at the Hero Women's Indian Open and an Asian Games gold, is set to compete in the USD 1.2 million Wistron Ladies Open in Chinese Taipei. She will face an experienced international field, including defending champion Yani Tseng and recent Indian Open winner Pornanong Phatlum.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, addressing an INDIA bloc rally in New Delhi on Sunday, launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission and the BJP government, alleging "vote chori" in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. He asserted that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar would be removed and jailed for "treason," and that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah would face legal action. Gandhi claimed 13.5 crore voters were removed from electoral rolls, making the 2024 elections "illegal." The BJP, in response, accused Gandhi of creating anarchy and having a "dual mentality" regarding democratic outcomes.
The WTA 250 Chennai Open will conclude this year as India lost its slot to the Philippines. Indian tennis legend Vijay Amritraj revealed that the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association is now aiming to host three to four WTA 125 events in January-February 2028 to provide more opportunities for Indian players. The move was influenced by Chennai's monsoon season and the rise of a Filipino tennis star.
Preeti Lobana, Google India VP, stated on Wednesday that Google views AI as an "economic equaliser" and a democratic technology. Speaking at Google Cloud Day, she highlighted AI's potential to empower businesses, especially SMEs, in India's journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047. Google has committed USD 15 billion to scale India's digital and AI infrastructure, including an AI hub in Visakhapatnam, to support the IndiaAI Mission.
Indian wrestler Manisha Bhanwala, fresh off her historic senior World Championships gold, is now focused on winning a medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. She attributes her strength and determination to the enduring memory and guidance of her late father, who introduced her to wrestling.
'90% of the returns of people who actually make money over a period of time comes from what is called temperament.'
Hundreds of supporters of slain Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar blocked Ghodbunder Road in Thane, burning tyres and disrupting traffic, demanding arrests in connection with his murder. The protest escalated after Purnekar's son, Ram Purnekar, was detained while attempting to protest at the Deputy CM's residence.
Global brokerage Goldman Sachs has maintained its 'Buy' rating on Paytm, revising its 12-month price target to Rs 2,010. The brokerage anticipates a valuation re-rating for the fintech company, driven by sustained revenue growth, expanding margins, and continuous market share gains, particularly in consumer payments and financial services. Despite flagging higher device capital expenditure, Goldman Sachs remains positive on Paytm's underlying business momentum and future earnings potential.
India's para badminton chief K Prabhakar Rao has criticised former head coach Gaurav Khanna for publicly predicting the country's medal tally a day before the Asian Para Games finals. Rao stated that Khanna's comments put players under psychological pressure, potentially costing India more gold medals. Players have lodged a formal complaint seeking an inquiry and disciplinary action against Khanna, who had predicted fewer medals than India ultimately won.
Mumbai Police have arrested a 22-year-old man in Indore and recovered two firearms from Surat in connection with the shooting incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's car. The total number of arrests in the case has now reached 11, with police also revealing that assailants received real-time updates on the investigation via news channels.
Nitish Kumar Reddy opens up on managing workload and staying injury-free after helping India beat New Zealand in a thrilling second T20I.
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.
'He was a one-of-a-kind man with a clean heart who always spoke his mind. A true raja, he was the king of hearts.'
A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has remanded 11 accused in the Tiger Shroff firing incident case to police custody until November 6. Police are investigating a 'deep-rooted conspiracy' by gangster Anil Pandit's organised crime syndicate, which allegedly targeted prominent personalities for economic gain. The syndicate reportedly operates with two modules for reconnaissance, execution, logistics, and arms supply. The stringent MCOCA provisions have been invoked, allowing for extended custody and specific evidence admissibility.
'My brother Daler Mehndi does not drink alcohol. He has been unwell for the past two years and is still recovering, yet he continues to perform.'
A 25-year-old man, Arjun Nayak, has been arrested in Jharkhand's Seraikela-Kharswan district for allegedly killing his 58-year-old father, Ashok Nayak, following a domestic altercation on October 20. Police recovered a blood-stained knife, stone, and cloth used in the crime.
'You cannot say on day one that a stock is a multibagger. Multibaggers evolve.'
The Congress has initiated seat-sharing discussions with the Samajwadi Party for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, proposing a list of over 175 seats. While the Congress aims for a significant share, buoyed by its performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the Samajwadi Party emphasises winnability as the sole criterion. The alliance seeks to collectively challenge the BJP in the state.
Chinese brands have ended partnerships with Kylian Mbappe after a video containing an apparent reference to Mao Zedong sparked a backlash.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced that amendments to the National Anti-Doping Act will be introduced in the next Parliament session. These amendments aim to criminalise the trafficking and distribution of prohibited substances to athletes, imposing jail terms of up to five years for suppliers, including medical practitioners. India is committed to sporting integrity and has already strengthened its anti-doping framework, conducting extensive tests and awareness sessions.
Kylian Mbappe apologised to China after a Mao Zedong meme sparked backlash and commercial fallout, contrasting with his previous outspoken stance against extremism, racism and police violence.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has urged people to join the opposition INDIA bloc's 'Chalo Dilli' march on November 1, aimed at saving democracy and protecting the Constitution. He assured participants not to fear police action. Other Congress leaders also highlighted alleged electoral irregularities and announced a "public impeachment" of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Five people were shot dead at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati on Monday night following a dispute between the hotel owner and its leaseholder. The accused, Ghanakanta Gogoi, was apprehended, and a .32-bore licensed pistol was seized. The incident, stemming from a property dispute, has led to concerns about law and order.
Left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma achieved her maiden five-wicket haul against Zimbabwe on Wednesday, attributing her success to a year-long break during which she focused on mental and physical strength, bowling control, and understanding batters. Her disciplined approach and consistent practice led to a significant improvement in her game, earning praise from captain Smriti Mandhana.
'If you look back at my interviews, I talk about love almost with a sense of disrespect and disbelief, like 'I don't believe in this concept', which was immature of me because I've been blessed with so much beautiful love.'
Israel's Election Commission is counting 'double envelope' votes, with Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud projected to be the largest party but his bloc falling short of a majority. The opposition bloc, along with Arab parties, holds a potential majority, leading to calls for a Jewish-Arab coalition to form a government and keep Netanyahu out. Negotiations are set to begin as President Herzog urges against another election.
A 23-year-old delivery executive, Sameer Hussain, allegedly died by suicide after being assaulted over a torn Rs 10 note in East Delhi. He recorded a video expressing his humiliation before consuming poison. Two accused have been arrested, and police have added abetment of suicide charges to the case.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Gujarat visit, pledged to serve India until his last breath. He criticised the Opposition for allegedly spreading panic regarding fertiliser and cooking gas availability amidst the West Asia conflict, accusing them of rejoicing in national crises. Modi also highlighted government efforts to shield farmers from rising global prices and inaugurated 'Bharat Parv 2026' at Ekta Nagar.
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'Retail investors should study IPO prospectuses, business models, financial performance and valuations instead of relying on listing-day hype.'
Tamil Nadu police detained Assistant Professor A Kalaiyarasan for an alleged abusive Instagram comment targeting TVK MLA J Kamatchi. He was later released after police confirmed his photo was used for a fake account. The incident drew strong criticism from DMK president M K Stalin, who termed it "peak of fascism" and demanded an apology, while Kalaiyarasan detailed his "harassment and humiliation".
Indian cue sports legend Pankaj Advani secured his 29th world title by winning the WBL World Billiards Championship in Birmingham.
Nakhrewaalii tries to disguise a dated cross-dressing comedy as quirky entertainment, but its contrived writing, clueless characters and outdated humour make it a thoroughly tiresome watch.
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.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has intensified allegations of election fraud by Arab-led parties, describing suspected foreign interference as an "earthquake". The Central Elections Committee has asked the internal security agency, Shin Bet, to investigate these claims, which come amid an inconclusive election where neither Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition secured a majority. President Isaac Herzog has called for a thorough investigation while cautioning against general suspicion of the Arab community.
India opener Sanju Samson discussed the team's strategy of "killing games in the powerplay" after his explosive 67-run knock led India to a record-breaking T20I chase against New Zealand. He highlighted the team's consistent aggressive approach, especially after their 2024 T20 World Cup victory.
'... but runs with the rigour and discipline of a large enterprise.'
Yuvraj Singh, Delhi Capitals' assistant and batting coach, has joined forces with head coach Sourav Ganguly to instill belief within the team, aiming for an IPL playoff spot and ultimately the championship. Yuvraj emphasises self-belief, strategic team combination, and a strong team environment, drawing lessons from his playing days with Ganguly.
'We managed with each other even through our own separate breakups with other people. We are good at managing.'
