India concluded its group-stage campaign at the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 with a decisive 45-24 win over Sri Lanka, maintaining an unbeaten record and securing a semi-final spot. Key players Pankaj Mohite and Aditya Shinde led the raiding, while Nitesh and Yogesh Dahiya contributed defensively.
India's U15 football team, led by Victor Lalawmpuia's four goals, staged a remarkable comeback from a 0-3 deficit to draw 5-5 against Kazakhstan in the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival Tier C semi-final. Despite the heroic effort, India ultimately lost 4-5 in a penalty shootout for positions 85 to 88.
Shikhar Shetty's 5/54 and Manvanth Kumar's three wickets bowled Tripura out for 194, before Karnataka lost Mayank Agarwal to finish Day One at 10/1, trailing by 184 runs.
Gurkirat Singh scored a dramatic 90th-minute equaliser against his former club to help Punjab FC secure a 1-1 draw against Mumbai City FC in their Indian Super League match. Leandro Otormin had put Mumbai City ahead from the penalty spot in the 63rd minute, but Punjab fought back to earn a crucial point at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
Two government officials in Madhya Pradesh, a clerk and a Block Education Officer, have been booked by Lokayukta police for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe to clear salary bills worth Rs 2.30 lakh for a hostel superintendent. A trap was laid, and the clerk was caught accepting the bribe, reportedly on the instructions of the Block Education Officer.
'I was the first to caution against the potential listing of Tata Sons.'
A month after Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead in Thane, his family accuses the police of shielding the real culprits and ignoring evidence, despite five arrests. The killing has heightened political tensions, with protests and opposition leaders expressing solidarity, while police maintain they are conducting a comprehensive investigation to establish the motive.
Delhi Police has filed a comprehensive chargesheet against seven individuals in the murder case of Chongtham Vikram Singh, a Manipuri musician, who was assaulted and killed in Kilokari village, southeast Delhi, on September 6. The accused, all dhaba workers, allegedly attacked Singh after he objected to noise outside his residence, intending to "teach him a lesson" but not expecting the assault to be fatal. Police are also investigating a potential racial angle.
A privately run helicopter carrying five pilgrims from Badrinath and its pilot crashed into a hillside in Joshimath, Uttarakhand, killing all six on board. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has launched a probe into the incident.
The inaugural KBD Run was held at the 1 Army HQ Signal Regiment complex in New Delhi on Sunday, with nearly 500 participants. The event commemorated Capt Kulbhushan Dogra, a cricketer, athletics coach, and fitness expert for the Indian cricket team. Organised by his daughter-in-law, the run celebrated fitness and community, with plans to make it an annual feature.
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.
N Chandrasekaran and Noel Tata are expected to attend the Tata Steel board meeting on November 7 to approve Q2 results and the Tata Sons board meeting in the second half of November.
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 visually impresses but struggles with emotional depth, particularly in its portrayal of Lord Ram. Yash's charismatic performance as Ravana, however, stands out as the film's most compelling aspect, offering a nuanced anti-hero depiction.
JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh clarified his controversial "nine murders for Nitish Kumar" remark, stating it was misunderstood. He claimed he was referring to family members murdered due to his proximity to Nitish Kumar during RJD rule, not that he committed murders. The Mokama legislator, currently upset with JD(U) over legislative council polls, had previously made the statement causing a political stir.
The Indian men's kabaddi team secured a spot in the semifinals of the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship with a commanding 48-20 victory over Tanzania on Tuesday. India displayed an all-round performance, leading from the start and inflicting multiple all-outs. Other matches saw Kenyan women, Malaysian women, Bangladesh, and Canada also register significant wins in their respective categories.
A father and son have been arrested in northeast Delhi's Harsh Vihar for allegedly attacking an MCD employee with a sharp object. The assault stemmed from a monetary dispute involving Rs 3,500, which the father had given to the employee's co-worker to secure a job for his son.
Babita Singh Reporting goes past the messy homes and humming markets to reflect the daredevilry of a protagonist coming into her own. What ensues is a raw and thrilling marriage of momentum and meltdown across awkward inquiries made within junkie hideouts, suspicious relatives, battered classmates and Ravan's effigy, applauds Sukanya Verma.
The legendary duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been at their menacing best recently in ODIs and it remains to be seen how the New Zealand bowlers can stop them.
Diljit Dosanjh successfully launched the India leg of his Aura tour in Delhi, overcoming initial police permission issues. The sold-out concert featured a high-energy performance, strong fan engagement, and a dramatic drone show finale. During the show, Dosanjh addressed his critics, stating, "Don't teach Punjabis how to fight battles," referencing past controversies surrounding his film "Satluj." He also thanked a CRPF personnel on stage and shared his experiences with challenges in organizing Indian shows.
India's Rinku clinched a gold medal in the men's javelin F46 event at the Asian Para Games, leading a one-two finish for the country as compatriot Ajeet Singh secured a silver. Rinku's throw of 65.11m narrowly beat Ajeet's 65.02m.
Gokulam Kerala FC secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over debutants Samaleswari SC in their Indian Football League opener, with Crislan Da Silva scoring twice, including the winner in the seventh minute of stoppage time. Samaleswari fought back from a two-goal deficit to level the score before Crislan's late header sealed the win for the two-time champions.
Olympic medallists PV Sindhu and Mirabai Chanu are among 12 prominent sportspersons vying for a spot on the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) Athletes Commission. The elections, scheduled for November 3, will select 10 members for the 2026-2030 term. The article also details the electoral process, eligibility criteria, and mentions the upcoming election for eight Sportspersons of Merit (SOMs).
The Bombay High Court has granted interim relief to Bollywood actor and US citizen Imran Khan, keeping a Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) notice in abeyance until November 2. The notice had directed Khan to leave India by October 28, failing which deportation procedures would be initiated. The court deferred the hearing after the Solicitor General sought time, with an assurance that no coercive action would be taken against Khan until the next hearing.
Buyers need to assess whether an OPD policy offers them enough usable benefits to justify the additional premium.
Senior SAD leader Harsimrat Kaur Badal has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting a CBI probe into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa. She also called for an investigation into the alleged politicians-police drug trade nexus in Punjab, citing claims by Jhota's father about a wider conspiracy.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday met the families of individuals who lost their lives due to drug-related issues in Punjab, saying he had never felt so deeply saddened in life as he did while meeting them and also called out the AAP government for failing to curb the menace.
Delhi Police have arrested Hiten Kumar and Ayush Arya for allegedly facilitating a cyber fraud scheme. The duo arranged bank accounts to receive and transfer money from victims, primarily in Punjab, who were cheated on the pretext of buying health supplements and medicines through a fake website. The investigation led to the recovery of an iPhone containing evidence of the scam.
Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the Indian T20I squad has been challenging, with expensive spells in the first two matches against New Zealand putting his place in the playing XI under scrutiny amidst strong competition from other fast bowlers.
From Dard-e-Disco to more recently, Tu Mil Jaaye, Shah Rukh Khan has given fans plenty of reasons to swoon over his shirtless avatars, proving that King Khan's six-pack appeal is timeless.
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner has made history by becoming the first bowler to take multiple four-wicket hauls against India in T20 Internationals, achieving this feat during the second T20I at Christchurch.
Punjab-based Nalwa Aero has successfully conducted flight tests of its scaled electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which features a box-wing design. The trials demonstrated low-altitude hovering and forward flight, validating a century-old aerodynamic concept and marking a significant step for global aviation. The company plans to develop a five-seat aircraft for various applications and received DGCA approval in June 2025, with type certification accepted in January this year.
'If you ask Prime Minister Modi prove you are Indian, as per the Election Commission's criteria, he may not be able to prove that he is an Indian.'
The murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar in Thane has been linked to an old political dispute concerning civic polls, according to Uttar Pradesh police statements cited in court. Two accused, Santosh Kanojia and Amit Singh, arrested from Prayagraj, had their police custody extended till October 22 as the investigation continues into the meticulously planned conspiracy.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has ordered a CBI probe into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, following intense pressure from his family and supporters after his killing on October 13 in Mansa.
Agastya Bansal of Maharashtra and Kriya Saravanan of Tamil Nadu secured their spots in the quarterfinals of the Sub-Junior & Junior National Squash Championship on Monday. Bansal caused an upset in the U-19 boys' category, while Saravanan advanced in the U-19 girls' section. Other notable wins included Dhairya Gogia in U-15 boys' and Pradeepsingh Rathore in U-17 boys'.
Himachal Pradesh honoured 419 outstanding sportspersons with the Him Ratna 2026 Awards, distributing Rs. 17.85 crore in prize money. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu presented cheques to athletes excelling in national and international events, including Asian Games medalists and Indian women's kabaddi team members. The state government also announced increased award money, incentives for coaches, and a new 'Khelo Himachal Campaign' to combat drug abuse and promote sports.
Activists Prashant Bhushan, Anjali Bharadwaj, Yogendra Yadav, and Neha Bora have raised serious questions about the Election Commission's decision-making process for the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They allege contradictions in the EC's statements, lack of transparency regarding decisions, concerns over centralisation of the electoral database, and unauthorised changes to Form 6, calling for greater accountability and disclosure of records.
The Indian cricket team is set to face New Zealand in the third T20 International on Tuesday, aiming for a series-clinching victory. The match, held in Wellington, will test India's bowling attack, particularly Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and the team's ability to handle challenging conditions and a resilient New Zealand side.
British Indian landlord Nirpal Singh Riat has had his Order of the British Empire (OBE) annulled by King Charles III after being fined for renting out damp and squalid rooms. Riat, who received the honour in 2010, was found to have brought the honours system into disrepute. This rare cancellation follows a significant fine of 300,000 pounds for illegal conversions and poor living conditions, and comes amidst another similar case involving Lord Rami Ranger.
Daryl Mitchell's blistering 52-ball-89 anchored New Zealand's innings, helping them post a formidable 198 for 3 against India in the third T20 International in Wellington. Despite a strong start from India's bowlers, Mitchell and Finn Allen built a crucial partnership, with Bevon Jacobs providing a late surge.
