India's Anahat Singh secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the Canadian Women's Open squash tournament after defeating England's Saran Nghiem.
Following the US midterm elections where Democrats gained control of both the House and Senate, former President Donald Trump has asserted his intention to use his 'Veto' power against what he calls 'insane' legislative proposals from Congress, signalling a period of divided government.
17-year-old Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi has ended a 14-year wait for an Indian woman to reach a WTA Tour-level singles quarter-final.
Mitchell Marsh will captain Australia's One-Day International and T20 International squads against England, with most frontline Test players rested after their recent South Africa series. The move aims to manage player workload ahead of the upcoming New Zealand Test series.
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his international retirement after more than two decades representing Portugal, a career marked by record-breaking achievements including 234 appearances and 146 goals. His farewell, delivered via social media, follows a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over his place in the team. Ronaldo led Portugal to their first major title at Euro 2016 and two Nations League trophies, but the World Cup remained elusive. His departure contrasts sharply with Lionel Messi's recent international embrace, leaving a melancholic end to an unparalleled career.
Vance was sceptical about the war against Iran and was the only figure in Trump's circle who refused to endorse Benjamin Netanyahu's bid for re-election as prime minister, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
'This narrative that we are going against China or that our government has pressured us to change the script or rewrite it...yeh sab bakwaas hai.'
Madhya Pradesh Congress spokesperson Anand Jain Kasliwal has been arrested on charges of abetment and tampering with evidence in connection with deaths caused by spurious liquor in Dewas district. His son was previously arrested for supplying chemicals. The main accused allegedly used AI to make fake liquor.
Rohan Patil and Mayank Agarwal scored contrasting half-centuries, building a crucial 129-run partnership, after Karnataka's bowlers dismantled Assam's batting line-up, giving their team a commanding lead on day one of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.
India's Isharani Baruah, Malvika Bansod, and Unnati Hooda have progressed to the women's singles pre-quarterfinals of the Hylo Open Super 500 tournament in Germany after winning their respective round of 32 matches on Wednesday. Aakarshi Kashyap, however, was eliminated.
Sonia Gandhi's poignant new memoir offers an intimate and emotional look into the immediate aftermath of Indira Gandhi's assassination and Rajiv Gandhi's reluctant ascent to the prime ministership.
Ladakh can be as tiring as it is fascinating -- it's not just the high altitude that takes the breath away, but the beauty in every turn of the road.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expanded his council of ministers on Tuesday, swearing in four new faces from the Kashmir valley: Ali Mohammad Sagar, Mir Saifullah, Shameema Firdous, and Altaf Ahmad Wani. This expansion comes after all ministers submitted their resignations, with the Congress, an ally, distancing itself from joining the cabinet until statehood is restored.
Hungarian tennis player Panna Udvardy highlights the severe mental toll of online abuse faced by professional tennis players, citing Britain's Jodie Burrage receiving death threats after a Chennai Open match. Udvardy, who also experienced threats including harm to her family, calls for stronger protective measures as players endure constant hostility regardless of match outcomes.
Boxing Federation of India (BFI) president Ajay Singh has been deemed ineligible to contest for a place on World Boxing's Executive Board in its November 20 elections. His candidature was rejected on technical grounds not related to boxing. Meanwhile, Singh has questioned the legitimacy of a meeting held by a rival BFI faction last week, which aimed to move a no-confidence motion against him.
Nayanthara's divine powers cannot save Mookuthi Amman 2 from its screenplay that feels as outdated as its idea of comedy.
Following significant midterm election losses, US Vice President J D Vance is reportedly forming a new political alliance targeting disaffected Trump supporters for the 2028 presidential election, while President Donald Trump is considering whether to retain Pete Hegseth as Secretary of War amid scrutiny over the Iran conflict.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the road rage incident involving female biker Shivani Chauhan in Gurugram has concluded that accused Kalyan Baisla deliberately rammed his car into her motorcycle after misbehaving with her. All charges, including attempt to murder, are likely to be retained in the upcoming chargesheet.
New Zealand secured a seven-wicket consolation victory over India in the fifth and final Twenty20 international in Hamilton. Tim Seifert's explosive 93 and Glenn Phillips' unbeaten 65, which set a new bilateral T20I series batting record, powered the Black Caps to chase down India's target of 192. Despite the loss, India won the series 3-2.
Delhi Police have dismantled an organised cyber fraud network responsible for duping individuals of over Rs 10 crore. Five individuals have been arrested across India in connection with 544 complaints. The fraudsters used a foreign-based application to send phishing messages, impersonating traffic challans and reward schemes, to steal money from victims.
The NDA alliance secured 16 out of 28 legislative council seats across four states, while the Congress managed to win only one seat. The Samajwadi Party made significant gains in Uttar Pradesh, and the Jan Suraaj Party opened its account in Bihar. The results show mixed fortunes for major parties, with notable setbacks for the BJP in Nagpur and the Congress in Karnataka.
Indian Greco-Roman wrestler Lalit failed to secure a bronze medal at the World Championships in Astana, losing by technical superiority to Kazakhstan's Iskhar Kurbayev. Three other Indian wrestlers, including Asian Games silver medallist Nitesh Siwach, also exited early from the competition.
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta was laid to rest in Mumbai.
Mumbai struck twice late in the final session to restrict Railways to 116/2, trailing by 280 runs, on day two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.
Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday dismissed concerns about the stability of the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government. His comments came after MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi resigned from the party, citing abandonment of key election promises, and amid reports of internal differences following a recent Cabinet expansion. Choudhary asserted the government's strength and criticised the BJP.
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.
Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey's impressive four-wicket haul helped Vidarbha secure an innings and 27-run victory over Goa in their Ranji Trophy Group A match, consolidating their top position.
India's first woman Senior World Wrestling Championships gold medallist, Manisha Bhanwala, attributes her mental toughness and success to the rigorous schedule and international exposure gained from the Pro Wrestling League (PWL). She highlights how PWL's back-to-back bouts and shared training with global stars prepared her for high-pressure situations, especially after her Asian Games disappointment. Manisha also looks forward to PWL Season 6 for Olympic qualification practice and believes the league helps popularise wrestling's technical aspects.
Kajal Dhochak secured a silver medal in the women's 76kg category at the World Wrestling Championships after a close final loss to Anastasiya Alpyeyeva on Wednesday. This marked India's second silver of the day, with Neelam Sirohi also finishing second in the 50kg category, making it a historic day for Indian women's wrestling.
Analysts predict that the US midterm election results, which saw Democrats gain control of Congress, will primarily influence Indian markets through changes in global financial conditions, trade policy expectations, and geopolitical developments, with a keen focus on the US administration's actions in West Asia and their potential impact on crude oil prices.
Devdutt Padikkal stroked an unbeaten half-century to rescue India A on Day 2 of the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A at Bert Sutcliffe Oval, Lincoln, on Sunday.
New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy expressed his admiration for Virat Kohli's batting prowess after Kohli's unbeaten 74 guided India to a five-wicket victory in the first ODI. Duffy, who has played with Kohli in the IPL, highlighted the Indian batter's ability to handle bounce and hit across the ground, stating there were "no holes" in his game. He also commented on the challenging conditions for defending targets and praised the Indian bowlers.
Indian boxer Aditya secured a gold medal in the men's 55kg category at the World Boxing U-19 Championships in Budva, Montenegro, defeating Russia's Islam Magomedov. India concluded the championships with one gold, one silver, and two bronze medals, despite Megha Sheokand's loss in her final bout.
'We lost one of the greats of stage and screen today. And a tremendous friend and man. I will miss you, Patrick Stewart, all of my days.'
India captain Shreyas Iyer expressed satisfaction with his team's performance in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand, which India won 3-2. However, he emphasized the need for significant improvement in bowling and fielding, especially in unfamiliar overseas conditions. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner also reflected on the tight series, noting that small moments in the initial games could have altered the outcome.
The Supreme Court has mandated that banks must be held accountable for losses incurred by digital fraud victims, ensuring compensation of at least the amount lost if the fraud stems from the financial institution's lack of due diligence. The court emphasised that the proposed RBI regulatory framework must include enforceable provisions for compensation, preventive measures, and institutional accountability, moving beyond mere advisories. The CJI stressed the need for banks to use technology like AI to prevent fraud by monitoring unusual transactions and called for stronger accountability clauses against non-compliant banks.
A woman who went to lodge a complaint at a police station in Jharkhand's Seraikela-Kharswan district was allegedly raped by a constable. The accused has been arrested and remanded to judicial custody. Five other policemen, including the officer-in-charge, have been suspended for dereliction of duty. The incident has drawn criticism from the opposition BJP.
Two foreign nationals, a German airline crew member and an IBM project manager, died in a five-star hotel's swimming pool in Bengaluru due to suspected electrocution. Two others were injured attempting rescue. Police have registered a case against the hotel management for negligence and are investigating the incident.
South Africa spinner Simon Harmer took a career-best 6-16 and Kagiso Rabada became the fastest by balls bowled to reach 350 test wickets as the hosts thumped Australia by 176 runs to clinch their three-test series 2-1 at Newlands on Saturday.
PAPs can reduce expenditure by 30 to 60 per cent for some expensive immunotherapies and targeted therapies.
