Tottenham Hotspur secured their first Premier League win in 148 days, beating Coventry City 3-1 at home, a result manager Roberto De Zerbi described as 'very happy' and a sign of playing 'much better than in other games'.
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, have been granted regular bail by a Goa court in a case involving the alleged manipulation of a Health Department NOC to obtain an excise licence. The alleged forgery came to light after a devastating fire at the nightclub in December 2025 killed 25 people. Despite the bail, the brothers will remain in custody due to a separate High Court order in the fire tragedy case, with stringent conditions imposed by the court.
Odisha Vigilance department arrested Superintending Engineer Prasanjit Das after seizing over Rs 21.88 lakh in unaccounted cash from him. Das, accused of demanding bribes, was intercepted on Friday night, and further cash was found during searches at his residences. He faces charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2018.
Kochi police have arrested Abdul Hai Molla and seized over 30 kg of ganja, valued at approximately Rs 50 lakh, as part of the anti-narcotics drive Operation Toofan. Molla, from West Bengal, is suspected of transporting the ganja from Odisha to Kerala for wholesale distribution.
Suspended Assam Police officer Sandipon Garg, an accused in the death case of singer Zubeen Garg, has been released on bail by the Gauhati High Court after nearly a year in custody. Garg, who is the singer's cousin, expressed his desire for the truth about Zubeen's death in Singapore to emerge. The state government plans to challenge the bail decisions in the Supreme Court, while investigations by both Assam Police and Singapore authorities have yielded differing conclusions regarding foul play.
A Hindu temple in Ohio, the Swaminarayan Hindu Temple Vadthaldham, was vandalised with bricks, shattering windows. US advocacy groups, including the Hindu American Foundation and the Coalition of Hindus of North America, have condemned the alleged hate crime, which occurred just before Hindu Heritage Month and Navaratri celebrations, calling for swift action and public condemnation from authorities.
Tamil Nadu is experiencing heavy rainfall due to the active northeast monsoon, leading to severe inundation in Chennai and southern districts, significant waterlogging, and rising water levels in reservoirs. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay reviewed preparedness, while the IMD predicts continued moderate to heavy rainfall across the state until October 26, with two low-pressure systems forming. The rains have also impacted agriculture and infrastructure.
An Odisha-native woman has been taken into custody in Kochi for allegedly murdering her husband, Ajeeta Naik, and dumping his body near a railway track. The woman claims she attacked Naik after he allegedly attempted to sexually harass her 16-year-old daughter. Police are investigating the incident, including potential charges under the POCSO Act.
Congress MP Bimol Akoijam, dismissed from JNU following sexual harassment allegations, announced his legal team is preparing to challenge the action in court. After appearing before Delhi Police investigators, Akoijam returned to Imphal, urging peace and calm. He stated he would cooperate with the investigation but also highlighted other pressing issues in Manipur. Akoijam denies the charges, which stem from complaints by multiple female students.
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has announced he will take legal action against the organisers of the World T20 Continent Cup for using his name as a participant without his permission. Dhawan urged media and fans to disregard any unauthorised announcements regarding his involvement in the tournament, which is scheduled for December in Hong Kong.
The Gauhati court ruled that Rajive Mohan Pant did not meet the minimum experience requirement and ordered a fresh selection process within four months.
Spain defeated Croatia 2-1 with two goals from Mikel Merino, extending their unbeaten streak and securing a Nations League quarter-final spot. England also advanced after a 3-0 victory over the Czech Republic, featuring a brace from captain Harry Kane, who equalled a national appearance record. Other League B1 results saw Slovenia beat Scotland and Switzerland defeat North Macedonia.
Indian pilot Smit Machchhar bravely recounts his terrifying mid-air ordeal aboard a flydubai flight last month, detailing how his quick thinking and survival instinct thwarted a co-pilot's planned suicide attack and saved over 170 lives.
'Tiger Shroff is someone who has absolutely no controversies associated with him.' 'He is someone who works out or dances. That is all I ever see him doing.' 'I cannot fathom how shots could be fired at him. I am even scared to speak about this on camera. What if someone comes after me?'
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has initiated an investigation into the role of temporary home guards following a stampede at a Kolkata Durga Puja pandal that killed 19 people. Adhikari criticised the previous administration and highlighted issues with crowd management and the conduct of home guards during the incident. The probe will also include puja organisers and licensing authorities, while a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will be formed. Seven people, including organisers, have been arrested.
Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat won the men's 57kg gold medal at the Asian Games, defeating North Korea's world champion Chong Song Han in the final.
A 17-year-old boy, Arjun alias Pankaj, was allegedly stabbed to death by his neighbour, Vishal Kumar, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday night. The incident occurred after Vishal, reportedly drunk, created a ruckus for not being invited to a birthday party. When Arjun intervened, Vishal allegedly stabbed him multiple times. Villagers apprehended Vishal, who had also allegedly made casteist remarks, and handed him over to the police. Legal proceedings are underway.
A 38-year-old married woman in Nagpur was allegedly murdered by her lover, Javed Sheikh Shahid Manyar, after an argument over marriage. The accused reportedly hit her on the head with a heavy object and inflicted burns on her body using a room heater before fleeing. He was later arrested from Jalgaon.
A 38-year-old married woman in Nagpur was allegedly murdered by her lover, Javed Sheikh Shahid Manyar, after an argument over marriage. The accused reportedly hit her on the head with a heavy object and inflicted burns on her body using a room heater before fleeing. He was later arrested from Jalgaon.
'This incident will send a wave of fear through the entire Bollywood community.'
Indian Greco Roman wrestler Sunil Kumar made a strong start at the Asian Games, advancing to the men's 87kg semifinals with a dominant technical superiority victory.
Sadhguru's Isha Gramotsavam, a rural sports festival, is expanding its 18th edition into North India, covering 10 states and one Union Territory. This year's event will engage over 80,000 players from 40,000 villages in men's volleyball and women's throwball, offering a prize pool exceeding Rs 1 crore, with the aim of social transformation through sport.
A fire broke out at ONGC's NQG oil platform off the Mumbai coast on Monday morning due to a ruptured gas cooler finger. The fire was brought under control by personnel from a nearby platform, with no injuries reported. Despite the incident, a company official confirmed that operations have not been impacted, preventing potential significant revenue losses from the crucial Mumbai High field.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that only followers of 'Sanatan Dharma' would be permitted to touch Durga idols during immersion in the Hooghly river, citing religious traditions. He also reviewed extensive security and safety arrangements for the immersion process, including NDRF involvement and precautions for spectators at Taki, following a recent stampede incident.
Mumbai police detained 400 individuals, including Tushar Gandhi, for protesting without permission.
The Indian Army has launched 'Bharat Rice', a superior-quality rice for defence forces, aimed at improving ration quality and logistics. This initiative, spearheaded by the Directorate General of Supplies and Transport, involves direct supply to Army Supply Depots, including remote areas, and an MoU with FCI for infrastructure utilisation during contingencies. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted its significance for soldier welfare, operational readiness, and national security, emphasising logistics as combat power.
The Gauhati High Court has granted bail to suspended Assam Police DSP Sandipon Garg, an accused in the mysterious death case of singer Zubeen Garg. Garg, charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder, is expected to be released after the Durga Puja holidays. This follows earlier bail grants to other accused in the high-profile case, even as investigations continue despite conflicting findings from Singaporean authorities.
Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, recently dismissed as a professor from Jawaharlal Nehru University, has been booked by Delhi Police on charges of sexual harassment and insulting a woman's modesty. The FIR was registered following a complaint from JNU's chief security officer, stemming from allegations by at least 11 female students. Akoijam denies the charges, calling his dismissal a "witch hunt."
A fast-track court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has sentenced Vijay Sanjay Khairnar to death for the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl late last year. The court termed the gruesome crime "rarest of the rare" and also ordered Rs 10 lakh financial assistance for the victim's family. The prosecution, led by Ujwal Nikam, relied on circumstantial evidence and witness testimonies to secure the conviction.
Indian badminton players Unnati Hooda and the mixed doubles pair of Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila secured comfortable first-round victories at the Asian Games. This positive start follows mixed results in the team events, where the men's team won bronze and the women's team did not medal.
Harjinder Kaur finished ninth in the women's 69kg weightlifting event at the Asian Games, marking a disappointing end to India's campaign. Her combined effort was 204kg, significantly behind gold medallist Song Kuk-hyang who set new world records. India concluded the weightlifting events with one silver medal won by Mirabai Chanu.
The objective should be clear: Energy security without abandoning environmental responsibility; water security without ignoring local concerns; and strategic resilience without sacrificing public confidence, notes Varun Arya.
Delhi Police have arrested Harish Kumar alias Piluwa, a proclaimed offender who had been absconding since 2021 in connection with a murder case. Kumar was apprehended on October 8 near Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar. The murder, which occurred on November 21, 2021, involved the assault of Abhishek alias Monu over a Rs 10 lakh debt.
'It is to observe the Sun continuously that you have the Aditya L1 mission.' 'It is in a position from where it can observe the Sun continuously.'
Mizoram has emerged as champions in the North East Regional Muaythai Championship, with Meghalaya and Tripura securing runner-up positions. Chief Minister Lalduhoma lauded the sport's potential for livelihood and honour, citing Mizo fighter Nazareth Lalthazuala's success in ONE Championship.
The conversations on July 22 and 23, 1962, meetings in Geneva between V K Krishna Menon, India's defence minister at the time, and Chinese vice premier Chen Yi are important because, had they been followed up, the subsequent border war may perhaps have been avoided, notes former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.
The Indian Super League (ISL) has partnered with YouTube to stream all 163 matches live and free for the 2026-27 season, aiming to expand its digital reach and remove subscription barriers.
Olympic bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat and Antim Panghal have secured their spots in the men's 57kg and women's 53kg finals, respectively, at the Asian Games in Nagoya. Both wrestlers, who previously won bronze at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, are now poised to compete for gold.
Some people leave behind a business. A rare few leave behind a place in people's hearts. Appa leaves behind both.
Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke warned that banning protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar would lead to nationwide agitations. He stated that CJP leaders were detained on Tuesday morning after attempting to protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke accused the government of suppressing democratic dissent and vowed to continue the protest.
