Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal, Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal, Huma Qureshi and several other celebrities attended the Esquire India and Michael Kors Diwali bash in Mumbai.
A fast-track court in Saharanpur has sentenced two police officers, a former SHO and a sub-inspector, to 20 years in prison for raping a pregnant woman in Deoband 11 years ago. The incident occurred when the woman visited the police station regarding her husband's arrest. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1.20 lakh on each convict.
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has decided to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) regarding the women's long jump event at the Asian Games. They claim Indian long jumper Shaili Singh was denied a medal due to an incorrect, 'shorter' measurement of her fourth attempt, a discrepancy highlighted by her mentor Anju Bobby George.
A historic gurdwara in Lahore, Pakistan, Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib, has reopened for religious worship after being closed since the Partition in 1947. The reopening ceremony, attended by Sikh community members and officials, marks the end of a 79-year hiatus and is part of broader efforts to preserve Sikh religious heritage in Pakistan.
The guest list in Producer Anand Pandit's Diwali bash includes the who's who of Bollywood.
Mathura authorities intercepted 2,500 kg of contaminated paneer from Rajasthan in a midnight raid, ordering its destruction and arresting the driver. The operation was prompted by intelligence about substandard food items entering the district, especially during the Diwali season. Samples have been sent for testing, and further action is expected against the businessman involved.
Shreyas Iyer takes charge of India for the final two ODIs against New Zealand, with a point to prove with the bat. India lead 2-0 and will look to seal the series in Mount Maunganui.
A Mumbai-bound Air India flight from Kolkata was delayed after a hijack threat note was found in the washroom. Security officials moved the aircraft to an isolation bay and deboarded all 105 passengers. The threat was later confirmed to be a hoax, and the flight departed in the evening.
New Zealand wicketkeeper Tim Seifert has lauded India's young pace attack, including Arshdeep Singh, Anshul Kamboj, Gurnoor Brar, and Auqib Nabi, for their disciplined bowling and ability to adapt to challenging New Zealand conditions during the ongoing ODI series.
Indian long-distance runner Gulveer Singh has secured a silver medal in the men's 10,000m event at the Asian Games, clocking 28:29.38 minutes. This achievement marks an upgrade from his previous bronze medal at the Asian Games and adds to his successful year, which also includes a second-place finish at the Commonwealth Games.
Two men, Pardeep Singh and Saveer Khan, both 22, have been arrested and charged in connection with two extortion-related shootings in Surrey, Canada, including one at comedian Kapil Sharma's restaurant last year. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) confirmed the arrests made on November 1, stating the charges stem from extensive investigative work.
After months of reshoots and uncertainty, Salman Khan's Maatrubhumi is finally heading to theatres, but its trailer raises intriguing questions about how much of the original Battle of Galwan story remains.
Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, and Arshdeep Singh, currently part of India's white-ball squad, will remain in New Zealand to help the Test team prepare for the upcoming World Test Championship series against the Black Caps, assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed.
Punjab Police, with central agency support, has secured the deportation of wanted gangster Gurwinder alias Afridi from Ethiopia after a 10-month international manhunt. This marks the first time Punjab Police has secured a fugitive's deportation from an African country. Afridi, a key kingpin of the Doni Bal-Prabh Dassuwal gang, is wanted in over 30 heinous criminal cases, including five murders, and was allegedly directing organised crime from abroad. The operation, codenamed 'Operation SHAHID', involved extensive international coordination and tracking across multiple continents.
At the trailer launch, Salman will announce the film's release date -- either November 20 or December 4.
Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha announced the institution of two new memorial awards: the Raja Randhir Singh Trophy for the best male athlete and the Jaspal Rana Trophy for the best female athlete at the Asian Games. These awards honour the significant contributions of the late sports administrator Raja Randhir Singh and renowned pistol coach Jaspal Rana to Indian sports. Usha also addressed accommodation concerns for Indian athletes at the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Sonia Gandhi's memoir "Belonging: A Journey of Love" reveals the intense internal conflict and family opposition behind her decision to decline the prime minister's post in 2004. Despite initial rejection, then a hesitant acceptance under pressure from alliance leaders, she ultimately followed her "inner voice" to refuse the top job, nominating Manmohan Singh instead.
Uttar Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir secured three points each in their respective Ranji Trophy Group A matches against Baroda and Puducherry, both ending in draws. UP gained a first-innings lead over Baroda, while J&K did the same against Puducherry, impacting their group standings.
The National Security Guard (NSG) is recommending a new "breathable" uniform for its black cat commandos providing VIP security. This decision follows an incident in April where a commando fainted due to intense heat while protecting Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. The new uniform, made of a nylon and cotton blend called nyco, aims to prevent heatstroke and exhaustion among commandos, especially during high-temperature deployments.
PT Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association, failed to secure a spot as a Sportsperson of Merit (SOM) in a recent controversial election, while Saina Nehwal and other prominent athletes were elected. This outcome impacts Usha's eligibility for the upcoming IOA Executive Council polls on December 5, as complaints of alleged Model Code of Conduct violations have also surfaced.
A fire erupted in the Karmabhoomi Express near Sarai Banjara railway station in Patiala, Punjab, on Friday, affecting three coaches and partially damaging a fourth. Over 1,500 passengers had a narrow escape as the train was halted, and affected coaches were detached. No casualties or injuries were reported, and an inquiry into the cause of the fire has been initiated.
Indian shooters Suruchi Singh and Kamaljeet secured a gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Games, demonstrating a strong comeback after individual disappointments. Additionally, the men's 50m rifle 3 positions team, comprising Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Rudrankksh Patil, and Niraj Kumar, earned a silver medal, with Tomar and Niraj also qualifying for individual finals.
A 50-year-old man in Ludhiana allegedly stabbed his 49-year-old wife to death on suspicion of infidelity, just two days after returning from Australia. The victim, Kamaldeep Kaur, was found with multiple stab wounds by her son. The accused, Ravinder Singh, has been arrested, and police suspect the murder was premeditated.
India achieved significant success at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, securing a silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle team event and a gold medal in the men's 50m pistol team competition. Ravinder Singh also won an individual silver in the men's 50m pistol. Elavenil Valarivan reached the individual final but finished sixth. India currently stands second in the medal tally.
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to move to Punjab Kings in exchange for pacer Arshdeep Singh, with both Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings agreeing to the trade ahead of the IPL auction. The deal, which requires BCCI ratification, sees Hardik return to a new franchise as a player under Shreyas Iyer's captaincy, while Arshdeep joins Mumbai Indians. This marks the end of Hardik's second stint with Mumbai Indians, where his captaincy tenure did not yield desired results.
A local court in New Delhi has denied bail to Abhishek Singh, who was arrested for possessing heroin and MDMA. The court cited the serious nature of the allegations and the ongoing investigation to ascertain the source and supply chain of the seized narcotics. The prosecution highlighted the risk of flight and the need for further investigation, while the defence argued false implication and procedural discrepancies.
Five individuals wanted for attacking a revenue team trying to stop illegal mining in Sultanpur were arrested after two police encounters on Wednesday. Three of the accused sustained gunshot injuries. Police recovered illegal firearms and vehicles, and four police personnel were previously suspended for negligence related to the initial attack.
Two men have been arrested in Madhya Pradesh's Sheopur district for allegedly shooting an Indian-born cheetah, KNG-22, last month. The cheetah was found injured on October 25 and died two days later. A special task force investigated the incident, leading to the recovery of the double-barrel muzzle-loading gun used in the crime and the arrest of the two siblings.
A 25-year-old man, Mohammad Kaish, was fatally shot by unidentified assailants near a temple in Ghazipur on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred near the Kali Mata temple, close to the Kotwali police station, when Kaish was approached by a car from which two shots were fired. Police are investigating and searching for the culprits.
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.
FC Bengaluru United secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over Mohammedan SC in the Indian Football League, with substitute Akshunna Tyagi scoring a stoppage-time winner on Friday. Bengaluru initially led by two goals, but Mohammedan fought back to level the score before Tyagi's late header sealed their first-ever IFL win.
A man in Chhattisgarh allegedly murdered his cousin's four-year-old son and removed his kidneys, lungs and eyes in a bid to sell the organs online after searching social media for ways to earn quick money, the police said.
Former Delhi captain Nitish Rana has been dropped from the state's 16-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which begins on November 14. The Ayush Badoni-led team will see the inclusion of India pacer Mayank Yadav, alongside Harshit Rana and Ishant Sharma. Delhi is in Elite Group B and will play their matches in Indore, starting their campaign against Jammu and Kashmir.
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.
A 22-year-old man from Jharkhand was arrested for allegedly defrauding a Lucknow resident of nearly Rs 32 lakh. The fraud involved sending a malware-infected APK file via WhatsApp, disguised as a Green Gas meter update, to gain access to the victim's banking details. Police recovered cash, mobile phones, ATM cards, and SIM cards from the accused. This scam has seen multiple complaints in Lucknow recently.
The elder sister of Uttar Pradesh Minister of State Krishna Paswan and her pregnant daughter-in-law were allegedly injured in a clash between two groups over a disputed piece of land in Fatehpur district. The incident involved alleged assault with sticks, fists, and kicks, and threats to kill, leading to an FIR under relevant sections, including the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Indian badminton players Sonali Singh and Ritika Thaker withdrew from the Korea Open Super 500 women's doubles event on Tuesday, while Achutaditya Rao Doddavarapu and Arjun Reddy Pochana lost in men's doubles qualification. HS Prannoy, Tanvi Sharma, Anmol Kharb, Dhruv Rawat, and K Maneesha are set to compete in other categories.
Axar Patel has asked to be relieved of the Delhi Capitals captaincy for IPL 2027 after two seasons without reaching the play-offs.
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh raised concerns with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh regarding the sealing of the Indian Air Force's sports complex within the Race Course Air Force Station by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The move, which led to the cancellation of a farewell event, is part of a broader government drive to reclaim prime land parcels in the area, despite the IAF citing operational importance and a 2014 joint survey.
The Indian women's hockey squad for the Asian Champions Trophy in Bhopal has been announced, featuring significant changes including the resting of veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia, who is replaced by Bansari Solanki. Head coach Sjoerd Marijne has also shuffled player roles, with Salima Tete continuing as captain for the tournament, which begins on November 19. India, as defending champions, will face Malaysia in their opening match.
