India opener Sanju Samson discussed the team's strategy of "killing games in the powerplay" after his explosive 67-run knock led India to a record-breaking T20I chase against New Zealand. He highlighted the team's consistent aggressive approach, especially after their 2024 T20 World Cup victory.
Om Semwal and Nirupama Dubey have been named the top seeds for the men's and women's categories, respectively, at the upcoming 49th Bombay Gymkhana Maharashtra State Open Squash Tournament in Mumbai. The tournament will also feature other prominent players like Rahul Baitha, Akanksha Salunkhe, Vedant Patel, Ayaan Vaziralli, Aadya Budhia, and Rathika Suthanthira Seelan.
The Mumbai crime branch has dismantled an interstate drug syndicate, seizing over two kilograms of high-grade heroin worth Rs 10.16 crore and arresting three individuals. The operation is part of a larger drive against narcotics networks in the city, with further investigations underway to trace the supply chain and apprehend more involved parties.
Jaipur police have busted a fake technical support call centre, arresting 10 individuals, including two women, for allegedly defrauding US citizens of crores of rupees. The gang operated by offering fake iPhone technical support and then stealing banking information.
A court in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, has ordered police to register a murder case against four individuals and investigate the deaths of a newly married couple whose decomposed bodies were discovered nearly three months ago. The order came after an application from the deceased man's father, citing alleged threats received by the couple before their deaths.
The Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch has arrested two men from Rajasthan for allegedly defrauding people of Rs 8 lakh by selling fake garba event passes during Navratri. The accused used Instagram, forged email IDs, WhatsApp, and AI tools like ChatGPT to create authentic-looking tickets and promotional material, targeting around 40,000 people. They sold 686 bogus passes for various high-end events before being apprehended based on a complaint from a garba organiser.
Two individuals have been arrested following the death of a 60-year-old man during an illegal hunting expedition within the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Thane. The victim, Vijay Sapte, was accidentally shot by an accomplice who mistook his mobile flashlight for an animal's eyes. The group attempted to conceal the crime by hastily cremating the body and involving a private practitioner for a fraudulent death certificate.
Two individuals have been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, for the murder of a 52-year-old woman. Initially suspected as an accidental death, an autopsy revealed severe head trauma. Police investigations led to the arrest of Nilesh Dharmaji Chibhade and Ujawala Navsu Khutade, who allegedly bludgeoned the victim with a hammer after a minor quarrel.
India's para-athletes concluded their Asian Para Games campaign with an unprecedented 114 medals, including 30 gold, marking their best performance to date. The final day was particularly successful, yielding nine gold medals across various disciplines. Notable achievements included world records set by Mona Agarwal in shooting, and Sandeep and Haney in athletics. Shuttlers Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar secured individual golds, while archer Harvinder Singh also contributed to the gold tally. The swimming contingent also exceeded expectations with 11 medals.
Mumbai Police have arrested five more individuals from Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car, bringing the total arrests to eight. The investigation is now focusing on unravelling a wider firearm-supplying network, with details emerging about how weapons were procured from Amritsar and smuggled to Mumbai by train.
Asian Games champion Pranavi Urs aims to become the first home player in a decade to win the Women's Indian Open in Gurugram, facing strong competition from defending champion Shannon Tan (winner in 2025) and a host of international and Indian golfers, including past champions Liz Young (2024) and Pornanong Phatlum.
A class 9 student was fatally stabbed during a Durga idol immersion procession in Pitampura, northwest Delhi, following a dispute over a social media comment made a year ago. Four juveniles have been apprehended in connection with the murder.
India's Krishna Nagar and Sivarajan Solaimalai secured a silver medal in the Men's Doubles SH6 badminton event at the Asian Para Games. This achievement comes as India also assured three more medals in the men's singles SL4 category, with Suhas LY, Naveen Sivakumar, and Abhijeet Sakhuja advancing to the semifinals.
Nuh Police have revealed that Shahid alias Advani, a wanted criminal killed in a recent encounter near Sohna, had 70 cases registered against him across Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. The cases include serious charges like murder, rape, kidnapping, and robbery. Police are now thoroughly reviewing his extensive criminal history.
The Uttarakhand High Court has set aside a death sentence for a man convicted of triple murder, citing his mental illness. The court directed the state government to provide treatment and release him upon recovery, noting that the trial court had overlooked his mental condition.
Police in Unnao have arrested a woman, her two associates, and a juvenile in connection with the murder of her 40-year-old husband. The victim's body was found dumped in an iron trunk by a highway. The investigation involved CCTV footage and led to the victim's wife, Neha Rawat, who allegedly committed the murder with the help of others due to the husband's drug addiction and frequent quarrels.
The family of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, shot dead in Mansa, Punjab, has refused to perform his last rites, demanding justice and a CBI probe. The murder has triggered a political controversy, with opposition leaders criticising the state government's handling of the drug menace and law and order.
US missions across West Asia have issued a security alert advising American nationals to "exercise heightened vigilance" due to Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia and the potential for Iran and its allies to target US interests. The advisory warns of potential travel disruptions and escalating hostilities, linking the Houthi actions to Iran's regional network and the ongoing US-Iran conflict.
A tragic car accident on Sunday in Sangrur, Punjab, resulted in the deaths of five workers and injuries to several others when a speeding car ran over them on the Lehragaga-Jakhar road.
A Thai woman was apprehended in Gurugram by the CM Flying Squad for overstaying her visa and entering India via Nepal. Her landlord was also booked for failing to file the mandatory 'C-Form' for foreign national accommodation.
French Prime Minister Sbastien Lecornu said police arrested 1,200 protesters on Saturday, and 150 personnel were injured as demonstrations across the country over the rising cost of living turned violent.
New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips acknowledged India's successful chase of 226 in the first T20I, attributing their win to strong execution and adaptation. Phillips highlighted areas for improvement for his team, specifically the need to take more wickets in the middle overs and enhance fielding performance, despite defending their overall effort.
UEFA has formally requested answers from FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding his presidency, specifically questioning the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) project and the FIFA Peace Prize, with a deadline of November 2.
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has highlighted a stark contrast between the Allahabad High Court's decision to stay the conviction of a murder accused seeking a BJP ticket and the continued judicial custody of CJP co-convenors Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das. Dipke criticised the extended incarceration of Ranka and Das, who were arrested for protesting at Jantar Mantar, while emphasising their sacrifices for public good. The CJP has demanded their immediate release and questioned the legal proceedings, calling for institutional accountability.
A man named Shahad was arrested in Varkala, Kerala, for allegedly sexually harassing a British woman tourist late on Sunday night. The woman reported the incident to the police on Monday morning, leading to the arrest of the accused, who was identified with the help of a video.
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.
Customs officials at Pune airport seized 1.265 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 44.27 lakh, from an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok. The passenger was arrested under the NDPS Act, and further investigation is underway to trace the drug supply chain.
A foreign brokerage predicts that private investments in Indian AI startups are rapidly growing, with potential listings adding up to USD 100 billion to India's market capitalisation over the next two to five years. Goldman Sachs reported a tripling of PE investment in Indian AI startups in 2025 and highlighted India's rising global rank in AI funding and new AI companies.
US President Donald Trump has issued a waiver from sanctions under the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, citing national interest. This move comes after a deal with Russia for diesel supply and ahead of a US official's visit to India, where concerns about the act's impact on India's oil imports were raised.
Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport seized 3.2 kg of gold rods, valued at approximately Rs 4.03 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Dubai. The gold was found concealed inside a floor spring in the passenger's baggage.
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has strongly condemned the alleged mob lynching of an unidentified man in Palakkad district, announcing that seven people have been arrested and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will probe the incident. The victim, aged 35-40, remains unidentified, and the minister has sought assistance from Tamil Nadu police. The incident, which involved the victim being attacked with stones and wooden sticks, is the third alleged mob lynching reported in Palakkad in recent years.
The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the Allahabad High Court for releasing two men, convicted in a 2003 knife and gun attack case, on probation. The apex court stated that the High Court showed "misplaced sympathy" and allowed the accused to go "scot-free" without imprisonment, despite the brutality of the crime and grievous injuries to the victim. The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order and directed the accused to surrender within two weeks.
Union Minister of State L Murugan resigned from the Modi government and his Rajya Sabha membership on Tuesday, stating his intention to return to Tamil Nadu to strengthen the BJP ahead of the 2029 parliamentary elections. His resignation fuels speculation about an upcoming cabinet reshuffle.
Punjab's Finance, Excise and Taxation Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced the unearthing of a Rs 429.30 crore GST fraud, leading to an FIR in Ludhiana. The investigation, initiated after intercepting a vehicle on September 30, revealed a syndicate of 62 interconnected firms across multiple states using non-genuine documents to evade taxes.
A 42-year-old advocate, Manjunath, was shot dead in Bengaluru by two of his tenants following an argument over non-payment of rent. The incident occurred on Sunday night, and police are investigating, with efforts underway to apprehend the suspects who fled the scene.
China has announced new export controls on key machinery, including tunnel boring machines, walking excavators, and dredger components, citing national security. These restrictions, effective November 18, could significantly impact India's infrastructure projects, such as metro systems and high-speed rail lines, as China has previously limited such exports to India.
India has strongly asserted that human rights should not be weaponised for political pressure or selective targeting of nations, pushing back against attempts to negatively characterise the world's largest democracy based on unverified allegations and incomplete statistics.
An Indian-origin Metropolitan Police officer, PC Harman Singh, has been charged with one count of attempted rape, three counts of sexual assault, and one count of intentional strangulation. The charges relate to alleged offences against a woman in her 20s in January 2026. Singh was arrested on January 10, suspended from duty, and is due to appear in court on Monday.
India's Soumya secured a gold medal in the women's 1500m T12/T13 event at the Asian Para Games, with compatriot Radha Venkatesh winning a silver, marking a strong 1-2 finish for the nation. Both athletes competed with their guides in the visually impaired category.
Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty rallied up to 1 per cent in early trade, driven by strong performance in IT stocks, Reliance Industries, and favourable global market sentiment, rebounding from previous losses.
