Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, clarified that former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's arrival in New Delhi two years ago was unexpected and not facilitated by the Indian military. He addressed ongoing extradition requests from the current Bangladeshi government, stating India acted out of duty during tragic circumstances in Bangladesh.
Sachin Baisoya is set to face Gaganjeet Bhullar again at the Phoenix Invitational 2026 in Hyderabad, seeking redemption after losing to Bhullar in a play-off at the Green Fuels Maritime Invitational. The tournament also features Baisoya's Phoenix Hyderabad teammates and an innovative X-golf competition.
As Virat Kohli celebrates his 38th birthday, a look back at his illustrious career reveals an astonishing array of records across Tests, ODIs, and T20s, solidifying his status as one of cricket's all-time greats.
New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson has expressed frustration over the team's inability to field a consistent bowling unit in the ongoing white-ball series against India, attributing it to injuries to key players. He also discussed his personal form, his enjoyment of bowler-friendly pitches, and the challenges of switching between white-ball and Test formats.
India's Under-19 cricket team secured an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the Asia Cup semi-final, powered by skipper Lakshya Raichandani's 93, setting up a highly anticipated final clash against arch-rivals Pakistan.
A recipe for Kadha Prasad using whole wheat flour, ghee and sugar.
India A has announced its squads for the upcoming home series against England, featuring T20Is, ODIs, and a multi-day match. Anushka Sharma will captain the limited-overs teams, while Minnu Mani leads the multi-day squad. The series will be played in Pune and Mumbai, starting November 30.
India's top-ranked tennis player, Vaishnavi Adkar, was defeated by Russia's Anastasia Zakharova in the second round of the Chennai Open singles. Adkar lost 3-6, 0-6, struggling against Zakharova's consistent play and powerful backhand. Meanwhile, Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi advanced to the doubles quarterfinals with her partner Shirvalli Bhamdipati, making her the sole Indian remaining in the singles draw.
Former India captain Suryakumar Yadav opens up about the challenges he faced after being dropped from the national team following the T20 World Cup triumph. He shares how the birth of his daughter helped him shift focus and rediscover his passion for cricket, leading to a renewed determination to play for Mumbai and eventually for India.
Eutelsat OneWeb, a satellite communications company, is awaiting approvals from the Indian central government to launch its services, as confirmed by Sunil Mittal, chairman of Bharti Enterprises, the largest shareholder in the Eutelsat group.
Indian badminton players, including PV Sindhu, Kidambi Srikanth, and HS Prannoy, are set to compete in the Arctic Open Super 500 tournament in Vantaa, Finland. This event follows their recent Asian Games campaign, where India secured one medal. The shuttlers aim to build on their form and seek strong performances in the BWF season.
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha has filed a complaint against former archer Dola Banerjee, alleging a violation of the Model Code of Conduct during the Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOM) elections. Usha's complaint centres on a WhatsApp message circulated by Banerjee, which she claims solicited votes for a specific panel, breaching election rules.
A jawan from the President's Bodyguard was critically injured after being shot in the head during a dispute over bursting firecrackers on Diwali in Baghpat. He underwent surgery and is in ICU. Police have registered an FIR against two villagers involved in the altercation.
India secured their sixth Men's Asian Champions Trophy title, defeating Japan 4-1 in the final. Despite falling behind early to a Kazumasa Matsumoto goal, India staged a strong comeback in the second half with goals from Shilannd Lakra, Dipreet Singh, Jugraj, and Vivek Sagar Prasad to clinch their third consecutive championship.
Far-right activists, led by Jake Lang, stormed Diwali celebrations in Seattle, displaying racist placards and sparking widespread condemnation from US lawmakers and community leaders.
Following a successful campaign at the 2026 Asian Games, India women's boxing head coach Santiago Nieva is prioritising securing as many Olympic quotas as possible at the earliest for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, starting with the World Championships 2027 in Kazakhstan.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, influenced by the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) recent repo rate hike and its signal for continued monetary tightening, coupled with rising crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 8.
New Zealand batting coach Luke Ronchi has praised India's young pace attack after Arshdeep Singh, Auqib Nabi, Anshul Kamboj and Gurnoor Brar took 17 wickets in the first two ODIs. He also believes the bowler-friendly pitches will help both teams prepare for the upcoming Test series.
Indian women's football team head coach Crispin Chettri expressed satisfaction with his young side's character despite a 0-4 loss to Russia in an international friendly.
India defeated Maldives 1-0 in their Group B match at the SAFF Championships, securing a spot in the semifinals. Suhail Ahmad Bhat scored the winning goal from a penalty in the first half. India, fielding a young squad, needed a draw or win to qualify.
India captain Shubman Gill and opener Shafali Verma have been named ICC Men's and Women's Player of the Month, respectively, for October. Gill received the award for the fifth time following his stellar performance in the ODI series against the West Indies, while Verma was recognised for her impressive show in the Asia Cup and Asian Games, marking her second win.
Indian stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade, primarily due to selling pressure in blue-chip IT firms and profit-taking following a recent sharp rally in equities. Track Sensex, Nifty on November 9.
India's skeet mixed teams failed to secure a medal at the ISSF World Championships in Doha. The pair of Raiza Dhillon and Mairaj Ahmad Khan finished fourth, missing out on a podium finish after Raiza's five misses proved decisive in the final. This result adds to India's overall disappointing campaign, with only one individual medal and Olympic quota secured so far.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has stated that there are no immediate plans to expand the Indian Premier League from 10 to 12 teams, dismissing media speculation. He clarified that the focus is on the upcoming IPL 2027, which will be the 20th edition, and no discussions have taken place regarding expansion or an increase in the team purse for the mega auction.
Customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi arrested an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok and seized 12.85 kg of suspected ganja, valued at approximately Rs 4.5 crore, on Friday. The passenger was intercepted on October 6, and the contraband was found in his trolley bag.
Indian American Pia Dandiya has won the election to the US House of Representatives from Florida's 22nd congressional district, defeating Marine veteran Casey Askar. Dandiya, a former high school principal, secured 51.9 per cent of the votes, becoming the newest Indian-American US congresswoman and turning a competitive district blue.
Following the midterm elections, attention is already turning to the 2028 US presidential polls. Indian American Congressman Ro Khanna is seeing early support for a potential bid, with allies launching a group to build momentum. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has dismissed reports of his own presidential aspirations, affirming his commitment to the current administration.
Indian cyclists experienced a disappointing day at the Asian Games in Izu, Japan, with both men's and women's riders failing to advance past early rounds in the Sprint and Keirin events. Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam and David Beckham Elkatohchoongo were eliminated in the 1/16 Finals of the men's Sprint, while Sarita Kumari and Keerthi Chikka Rangaswamy did not progress beyond the first round of the women's Keirin.
Star Indian shooters Manu Bhaker and Suruchi Inder Singh failed to secure individual Olympic quota places for the 2028 Los Angeles Games at the ISSF World Championships in Doha. Both finished outside medal positions in the women's 10m air pistol event. While they contributed to a team silver, individual quotas remain elusive for India at the championships.
Rajkumari Lanchenbi Chanu has made history by becoming the first Indian to win a wushu medal at the Youth Olympic Games, securing a bronze in the women's Changquan combined event. This adds to India's medal tally at the ongoing games, which also includes a silver in judo and a bronze in swimming.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has proposed a phased redevelopment of Mumbai International Airport's Terminal 1 (T1). The plan aims to keep the existing facility operational until its replacement is ready, preventing flight disruptions. This alternative sequence involves developing a new terminal section before demolishing the old one, addressing structural concerns and increasing passenger capacity from 15 MPPA to 20 MPPA by March 2029.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar will donate some of his most cherished cricketing possessions, including bats used to score a hundred international centuries, for a special 'Batography' exhibition at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum in Mumbai, set to open on November 16, 2026.
Kareena Kapoor Khan didn't need a heavily embellished lehenga or a traditional silk sari to make a statement this Diwali.
Tirthank Pegu, India's first male swimmer to win a medal at the Youth Olympic Games, secured a bronze in the 200m butterfly event. Following his historic achievement in Dakar, Pegu expressed his ambition to transition his junior success into strong performances in the senior circuit. His coach, Sandeep Sejwal, highlighted the two years of preparation behind the medal and sees it as a crucial step towards the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
NorthEast United FC defeated Churchill Brothers 2-0 in the Indian Super League, extending their unbeaten streak to five matches. Goals from Ethyan Gonzalez and Antonio Moyano secured the victory, provisionally placing NorthEast at the top of the table.
Net inflows into equity mutual fund (MF) schemes in India declined by 14 per cent month-on-month in October, reaching approximately 32,994 crore. This moderation was primarily driven by a cooling off in investments in smallcap and midcap funds, following a period of high growth, as investors engaged in profit booking.
Delhi Police have arrested two individuals from Bihar, recovering counterfeit Indian currency worth Rs 2.65 lakh, after dismantling a fake currency supply network in Paharganj. The accused were apprehended during a raid and were planning to sell the fake notes.
Two-time Olympic-medallist PV Sindhu has been named chairperson of the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) Athletes' Commission, with Indian men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh as vice-chairperson. Star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu and swimmer Sajan Prakash were elected as athlete representatives to the IOA General Body. All appointments were unopposed, meaning no elections were held for these posts. These athletes will serve a four-year tenure from 2026-2030 and will be part of the IOA's executive council.
Arshdeep Singh delivered a stellar performance in the first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland, taking four wickets for 70 runs. This achievement places him alongside Javagal Srinath and Mohammed Shami as only the third Indian pacer to secure a four-wicket haul in New Zealand. He expressed satisfaction with the pitch conditions and his short-ball tactic, despite missing out on a five-wicket haul.
A Mumbai court has granted bail to Ukrainian actor Armen Ataian, who was arrested last year for allegedly using a forged birth certificate to claim Indian citizenship. The court ruled that his foreign national status alone is not grounds to deny bail, setting a bond of Rs 25,000 and ordering him not to leave India without permission. The genuineness of his birth certificate will be examined during the trial.
