An Indian national has been arrested in the US for allegedly falsely claiming American citizenship to vote in the 2024 general election in Minnesota. He faces charges that could lead to a maximum of five years in prison on each count if convicted.
Mumbai City FC has signed experienced Slovenian centre-forward Luka Majcen to bolster their squad amidst a challenging ISL 2026-27 season. Majcen brings a strong scoring record and multiple I-League titles from his previous stints in Indian football, aiming to turn around the club's fortunes.
Indian cueists, including Paras Gupta and Dhvaj Haria, had a successful opening day at the Commonwealth Cue Sports Championships in Ahmedabad. Several players advanced across various disciplines like men's heyball, snooker, women's billiards, 10-Ball, and blackball, showcasing a strong performance by the Indian contingent. However, some Indian players also faced defeats in their respective categories.
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Amateur golfer Ojaswini Saraswat, 13, shares the lead with Ananya Datar at the 14th leg of the Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour in Jaipur after a one-over 71. Saraswat, who recently made history at the Ladies European Tour, leveraged her home course advantage at Rambagh Golf Club.
Two merchant vessels with 22 Indian crew members were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. One ship, MT Petro Dolphin, was hit by a drone, leaving two Indian seafarers missing. Another, MT Valthera, was struck by a projectile, but all 11 Indian crew are safe. India has strongly condemned the attacks, prioritising the safety of its seafarers and calling for de-escalation and upholding freedom of navigation.
Four senior Indian hockey players, including Mandeep Singh and Amit Rohidas, have expressed surprise and disappointment over reports that they are set to retire after the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy. The players, who recently won gold at the Asian Games, stated they were not consulted and are keen to continue playing, with eyes on the 2028 Olympics.
Indian swimmers delivered a strong performance at the 2nd Asian Masters Swimming Championship in Bengaluru, securing multiple gold and silver medals across various age categories and events. Jay Prakash Ekbote won gold in the men's 50m butterfly, while S Feroz Mohamed triumphed in the men's 200m breaststroke. Indian women swimmers also excelled, with Jalaja Shirole and Loveleen Johal winning gold in their respective butterfly events.
'At PBKS, he should look to regain his form as a batter, a bowler, and a finisher. There is no doubt that he is a great player. So it is good that he is not the captain. He can focus on his game.'
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher for the second consecutive day, primarily driven by robust buying in IT stocks following strong quarterly results and positive global trends. Tech Mahindra notably surged over 8% after reporting a significant jump in net profit.
Sonia Gandhi recently shared a video discussing her deep connection to food, revealing that 'dal chawal' is her comfort food and how a search for a good meal led her to meet Rajiv Gandhi. She also spoke about her love for various Indian cuisines, including Gujarati and Bengali food, and her initial struggles with Indian spices. The video was released shortly after her book, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," was launched.
Police in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, arrested a man with counterfeit Indian currency worth approximately Rs 14,000. The accused is believed to be part of an organised gang with potential links to Nepal and Bangladesh, and had already circulated Rs 6,000 in fake notes. An investigation is underway to identify other members of the network.
The second round of the CTR-JK Tyre FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship 2026 will take place on November 14 and 15 at Kari Motor Speedway, following an exciting first round with multiple winners across categories.
India is intensifying diplomatic efforts to secure the release and safeguard the legal rights of Merchant Navy Captain Ajay Pant, who has been in UK judicial custody since June following the interception of an oil tanker over alleged violations of Russian oil sanctions.
The 10th edition of the Indian Women's League (IWL) is set to begin on Friday at the Kalyani Stadium, featuring defending champions East Bengal FC against three-time winners Gokulam Kerala FC. Eight clubs will compete in 56 matches, with both teams expressing readiness for the opening clash. The season also marks a significant commercial milestone with Lxme as the first-ever title sponsor.
Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng claims her Indian visa was cancelled at the last minute, preventing her from attending the Congress-organised Bharat Summit in Hyderabad. She alleges the decision came from the Ministry of Home Affairs due to her past criticism of PM Narendra Modi.
India has strongly rejected a civil lawsuit filed in a US court by Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun against National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and former R&AW chief Samant Goel, calling the allegations "fabricated and malicious." The US State Department confirmed it delivered the summonses through diplomatic channels, clarifying that this does not indicate a US position on the merits of the case.
India's Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei has reached the men's 50kg boxing final at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, securing a dominant 5-0 win in the semifinals. This achievement marks the end of a 16-year wait for an Indian boxer in a Youth Olympics final, matching a milestone set in 2010.
Dhinidhi Desinghu, a 16-year-old swimming prodigy, aims to revolutionise Indian swimming by bridging the significant gap with leading nations. She emphasises preparation, technique, and mental belief over genetic ability, drawing insights from her international competitions. Desinghu, who has already competed at the Asian Games and Paris Olympics, is focused on rigorous training, academic balance, and inspiring future generations to achieve global swimming success.
Indian wrestlers Rohit, Jaskaran Singh, and Chandermohan secured bronze medals at the U23 World Championship in Las Vegas, contributing to India's total tally of six medals.
Sporting Club Delhi's midfielder Lalrinliana Hnamte has been called up to the Indian senior men's national football team for two upcoming international friendlies against New Zealand on November 12 and 15. This marks a significant step in his career, having previously represented India at the U-23 level.
World number two Aryna Sabalenka remains optimistic about reaching the WTA Finals semi-finals despite a comprehensive 6-4, 6-0 defeat to 19-year-old Mirra Andreeva, where she lost 11 consecutive games.
The first five matches of the Indian Super League 2026-27 season have garnered significant viewership on YouTube, with 65 million views and 52 million viewers. The opening week also saw high concurrent viewership, particularly for the Inter Kashi versus Kerala Blasters FC match, and strong engagement across both English and Hindi feeds, underscoring the league's growing digital presence and the importance of multilingual content.
Indian Grandmasters R Vaishali and Arjun Erigaisi delivered strong performances at the Total Chess World Championship Tour Pilot in Budapest.
Indian women's doubles pair Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly, along with men's doubles pair Hariharan Amsakarunan and MR Arjun, advanced to the next round of the Kumamoto Masters Japan Super 500 badminton tournament.
Indian equities, particularly the Nifty 50, have significantly underperformed their Asian and global counterparts over the past year, with the index down 10.6 per cent. This lag is attributed to factors like rising global oil prices, rupee depreciation, and a lack of participation in the global chipmaker rally that boosted markets like South Korea and Taiwan.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their winning streak for a third consecutive day, driven by sustained foreign institutional investor (FII) inflows and a dip in global crude oil prices. The Sensex closed above 81,900, while the Nifty settled near 25,300, despite mixed global cues.
India never lost a Test at home while Mohammed Shami was playing. He played 21 of them, India won 17 and drew four.
An Australian public servant of Indian origin, Suyash Sinha, has been arrested and denied bail in Canberra for allegedly stalking a woman and threatening to use government databases to obtain information about her and her family. Sinha, who became an Australian citizen last week, is accused of continuing to harass the woman after she rejected his advances, even claiming he could access her family's details through government systems. The case has been adjourned to November 4.
By the time she finished her term as SBI chairman, she was overseeing over two lakh employees, 24,000 domestic branches, 100 international ones and a bank that had stepped into the technological age and become youth-friendly. Meet Arundhati Bhattacharya, the first woman chairman of the State Bank of India and president and CEO, Salesforce, South Asia.
Kerala-born Nithya Raman is currently leading incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race following a recent televised debate. The two Democrats sparred over critical issues like homelessness and public safety. If elected in the November 3 polls, Raman would be the first Indian-American Mayor of Los Angeles.
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan believes Hardik Pandya's move to Punjab Kings for IPL 2026 will bolster their batting but raises concerns about their bowling after Arshdeep Singh's departure. The trade, announced on Wednesday, sees Pandya return to MI after an underwhelming second stint, while Arshdeep, PBKS's all-time leading wicket-taker, joins MI.
FIDE President Timur Turlov has affirmed India's status as a trusted partner for the world chess body, indicating the country will continue to host major international championships for the next four years. He also advocated for greater Indian influence within the Asian Chess Federation, acknowledging India's emergence as a chess powerhouse with young talents like D Gukesh. Turlov outlined his priorities, including digital advancement, improved broadcasting, and commercial expansion for FIDE.
Former India sprinter Ashwini Nachappa claimed she withdrew from the Indian Olympic Association's Sportspersons of Merit (SOMs) elections due to "external pressure," raising concerns about transparency. Her withdrawal, along with others, occurred just before the virtual elections, which also saw complaints of code of conduct violations against Dola Banerjee and alleged misuse of IOA resources.
Indian-origin filmmaker Arafat Sheikh was detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Dulles International Airport. Sheikh, a resident of Alexandria, Virginia, was taken into custody on September 24 despite having a student visa and a pending immigration application, according to the "Free Arafat Sheikh" campaign. ICE is responsible for detaining non-citizens for suspected immigration violations.
The 14th leg of the 2026 Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour is set to begin in Jaipur, with Vani Kapoor and Ridhima Dilawari as the leading contenders. Both players have shown exceptional form this season, with Dilawari leading the Order of Merit and Kapoor recently achieving a strong international finish. The event will also feature other season winners and promising young talents, all vying for victory as the tour nears its conclusion.
The Indian government has significantly simplified its visa regime, reducing main categories from 13 to nine and sub-categories from 49 to 23. This initiative also cuts down fields in visa application forms by 65-70 per cent, aiming to make the process more coherent and responsive for foreign nationals. Key changes include renaming the Tourist Visa to Visitor Visa, consolidating medical and student visas, and introducing a Production Investment Business Visa.
The Indian men's hockey squad for the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy, to be held in Punjab from October 27 to November 5, has been announced. Goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak returns to the team, while the core of the Asian Games gold-winning lineup, led by Harmanpreet Singh, has been retained. The tournament marks the return of international hockey to Punjab, with matches in Jalandhar and Mohali.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rallied in early trade, driven by sustained foreign fund inflows and a decline in crude oil prices. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) have shown aggressive buying, investing a significant amount in Indian equities, while positive Q2 earnings and lower Brent crude prices are further supporting the market's upward trend. Track Sensex, Nifty on November 12, 2026.
Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha's re-election hopes have been reignited after she was nominated by the Ice Hockey Association of India as one of its representatives to the IOA General Body on Thursday. This nomination comes despite her recent loss in the Sportspersons of Merit polls. Questions have arisen regarding her eligibility, as IOA rules require nominated members to be part of the concerned National Sports Federation. The electoral college for the December 5 IOA Executive Council polls is being finalised, with various NSFs submitting their nominations.
