India's squash prodigy Anahat Singh was defeated by Malaysia's Sivasangari Subramaniam in the semi-finals of the Silicon Valley Open, despite winning the first game. This marks her second loss to Subramaniam, who praised Anahat's talent.
The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has announced a new player support programme to financially assist its top 30 golfers in pursuing international tour cards. The initiative provides up to Rs 3 lakh for qualifying school expenses and Rs 10 lakh upon qualification, aiming to ease the financial burden and create stronger pathways to global circuits like the DP World Tour and Asian Tour. PGTI is also working on hosting more international events and expanding domestic golf.
A new study indicates that accounting for daily weather variability provides a more accurate estimation of glacier melt, suggesting that glaciers worldwide are losing ice at a faster rate than previously calculated. Researchers found that simulations incorporating daily weather patterns project greater ice loss by the end of the century and a higher contribution to global sea-level rise.
The Delhi High Court has sought WFI's response on Vinesh Phogat's plea to participate in the September 14 selection trials for the 2026 World Championship.
Jos Buttler's unbeaten half-century led England to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, completing a 3-0 T20 series whitewash and elevating England to the top of the T20 world rankings.
After the match, Naman Dhir also said that Abhishek's pep talk, especially the Punjabi bit pumped up the players.
Veteran journalist Christiane Amanpour has announced her decision to leave CNN in June 2027 after 43 years with the network.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during his visit to Mumbai, affirmed that the US policy on weapons aid and intelligence sharing for Ukraine remains unchanged. He stated that President Donald Trump is "frustrated and angry" over false accusations of deliberately harming Ukraine and is keen on a negotiated end to the conflict. Rubio also addressed concerns about missile interceptor supplies and intelligence sharing regarding recent air strikes, attributing any issues to technical matters rather than deliberate denial. He highlighted global concerns over fuel shortages and the risk of escalation, stressing the urgent need to end the war.
Shreyas Iyer-led India, unbeaten in their last two T20 series in New Zealand, will rely on their formidable batting lineup to overcome the relatively inexperienced New Zealand side in the upcoming five-match T20I series, despite having minimal time to acclimatise.
Sivakasi, India's fireworks capital, is eyeing global markets as green crackers, rising demand and interest from overseas buyers offer a chance to challenge China's dominance.
India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.
Indian para-athlete Rinku Hooda won a gold medal in the men's javelin throw F46 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Despite being deeply affected by his mother's passing in August and battling a shoulder injury, Hooda dedicated his victory to her. He aims to secure a Paralympics medal next, having previously won medals at various international championships.
India opener Sanju Samson discusses the challenges of a tight schedule and differing conditions ahead of the T20I series against New Zealand, emphasising reliance on experience over extensive preparation.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio kick-started a three-day visit to India on Tuesday to advance bilateral ties in energy, trade and investment, defence, critical technologies, and exchange views on the West Asia crisis.
Indian para-athlete Dharmaraj Solairaj successfully defended his gold medal in the men's T44/T62/T64 long jump combined event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. He set a new Asian record with a jump of 7.15m.
Uzbek chess prodigy Javokhir Sindarov, set to challenge D Gukesh for the world crown, reveals he will only begin preparations for the highly anticipated match after competing in the Global Chess League and the Chess Olympiad this month, maintaining focus on immediate tournaments.
Praveen Kumar secured a gold medal with a Games record in the men's high jump T44/64 at the Asian Para Games, while Banti added a silver.
India may rest Jasprit Bumrah for the New Zealand ODIs to keep him fresh for the crucial Test series as they chase a place in the World Test Championship final.
Defending champion Sheetal Devi and debutant Swati Chaudhary have secured at least two medals for India at the Asian Para Games by reaching the finals of their respective para archery events on Tuesday. Sheetal Devi will compete in the women's compound final, while Swati Chaudhary will vie for gold in the women's W1 final. India's mixed teams also advanced to the semifinals.
Little Thomas may have its heart in the right place, but its storytelling never quite catches up with its intentions, rues Mayur Sanap.
Indian para swimmer Himanshu Nandal secured his third bronze medal at the Asian Para Games in the men's 100m freestyle S11 event on Friday, completing a hat-trick of podium finishes. Nandal, who is visually impaired, previously won bronze in the 400m freestyle and 100m breaststroke S11 events, and has also qualified for the Paris Paralympics.
B B Nimbalkar is the only one in the 400-plus club never to have played Test cricket. Will Chinmay Sutar have better luck?
Following astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's historic visit to the International Space Station, a significant surge in interest for space science careers is observed among Indian students. Srimathy Kesan of Space Kidz India highlights this shift from traditional fields like engineering and medicine, while Nobel laureate Didier Queloz emphasises the crucial role of curious young scientists in shaping the future.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) reported a 66.78 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 548.2 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, largely due to a one-time gain from the sale of its Smart World and Communication business. Revenue also grew by 12.1 per cent to Rs 3,040.4 crore. The company secured over USD 200 million in large deal wins, with a significant portion in AI-related projects, and launched an Engineering Intelligence Lab in partnership with NVIDIA.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS) reported a 66.78 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 548.2 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, largely due to a one-time gain from the sale of its Smart World and Communication business. Revenue also grew by 12.1 per cent to Rs 3,040.4 crore. The company secured over USD 200 million in large deal wins, with a significant portion in AI-related projects, and launched an Engineering Intelligence Lab in partnership with NVIDIA.
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has strongly criticised the Bikaner House administration's decision to remove certain photographs from Raihan Vadra's exhibition before its opening. Tharoor termed the act as "petty" and "censorship," stating it casts a shadow on India's reputation as a democracy and a land of freedom of expression. He highlighted the removal of protest photographs and those featuring the tricolour, calling the decision "stupid" and counterproductive, as it has inadvertently boosted Raihan Vadra's profile.
India's Asian Para Games campaign saw a remarkable performance, particularly in athletics, securing five gold medals on Tuesday. Nishad Kumar and Deepthi Jeevanji were standout performers, both setting new Games records and clinching multiple golds. The nation's overall medal tally reached 35 by the end of day two, with significant contributions from shooting, powerlifting, swimming, table tennis, archery, and badminton, promising further success.
The US announced a 60-day pause on sanctions against Russia and tariffs on other countries, including India, to analyse the global economic impact. This decision, made via an executive order by Trump, has drawn significant criticism from both Republicans and Democrats, who had previously passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act. US officials stated the waiver allows for assessment of global energy pressures and European allies' refusal to impose secondary sanctions on Russian oil buyers.
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy expressed immense satisfaction with his team's performance against India, stating that the 'swagger is back' after they held the T20 World Cup champions to a 2-2 series draw. He highlighted the team's renewed confidence and willingness to win as key factors.
'There is no harm in sending young players to show the world that Pakistan cricket still has talent.'
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has made an emotional appeal for financial support for Caribbean cricket, hoping that a competitive series against India will attract sponsors and alleviate the financial struggles faced by the team under the current ICC revenue-sharing model.
India has strongly rejected a UN special rapporteur's report describing the Dawood Ibrahim-led D-company as an "India-based" criminal group, flagging "glaring inaccuracies" and cautioning against such incompetence. First Secretary Raghoo Puri stated that Dawood Ibrahim fled India much before his 2003 listing and is wanted in India for terror attacks since 1993, residing in the same country where Osama bin Laden was found. India also raised concerns about alleged bias in the report and funding allegations against the rapporteur.
India's manufacturing and services sectors are set to create over 35 crore new jobs by 2030, necessitating urgent skilling and industry-academia collaboration. Key sectors like automotive, logistics, telecom, clean energy, and textiles will drive this growth, highlighting the need for competency-driven learning to prepare the workforce.
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.
Krishnamachari Srikkanth wants CSK to trade Shivam Dube for Hardik Pandya ahead of IPL 2027 and has suggested Chandrakant Pandit as Mumbai Indians' next coach.
Unlike Pyaar Ka Punchnama, which was insensitive to its female cast as well as the audience, Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar allows its characters a little more room to breathe, express themselves and put forward their points of view, discovers Divya Nair.
India boast of a superior head-to-head record against New Zealand, having won six out of the nine T20I series played against the Kiwis.
Para-swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh was detained by Japanese police and deported to India following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female hotel employee during the Asian Para Games 2026 in Nagoya.
Indian para athlete Sharath Makanahalli's bronze medal in the men's 1500m T12 event at the Asian Para Games was upgraded to silver. This upgrade occurred after Uzbekistan's Fakhriddin Khamraev, the original gold medallist, was disqualified for violating Rule TR 18.1 (b) by obstructing a competitor. Jordan's Nabeel Maqableh was subsequently awarded the gold.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu held a telephone conversation to discuss recent developments in West Asia, emphasising the urgent need for peace and stability. They also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership.
