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On Equity, we discussed how Meta's AI announcement managed to steal the spotlight from OpenAI and Anthropic.
TechCrunch Mobility: AV companies pick their lanes
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Air Ayodhya Receives NOC From Ministry of Civil Aviation; Set to Connect Uttar Pradesh
Business Wire India Megamax Aviation Private Limited has received the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, for Air Ayodhya, its regional airline to be operated under the Regional Connectivity Scheme UDAN. The NOC is the first key regulatory milestone for the airline. Air Ayodhya will now begin [] The post Air Ayodhya Receives NOC From Ministry of Civil Aviation; Set to Connect Uttar Pradeshs Underserved Towns Under UDAN appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Google tests buying from Walmart-owned Flipkart through Gemini and AI Mode in India
The limited test covers select products and users, with a broader rollout planned for later in October.
Insurers claim AI is already increasing healthcare costs
Blue Cross Blue Shield says hospital use of AI tools led to an additional $942M in healthcare spending over a two-year period.
TikTok agrees to pay at least $100M in Alabama settlement
TikTok will pay Alabama at least $100 million in a settlement tied to allegations that the short-form video platform misled users about safety and was designed to addict children.
This $189.99 air purifier is specifically designed to tackle pet odors, removing up to 70% in one hour.
I created an interactive digital avatar of myself
After obtaining an interactive avatar and training it to discuss venture fraud, I have mixed feelings about making AI clones of ourselves.
Contract manufacturing company Aequs board has approved a fund raise of up to 650 Cr via a preferential issue of
From Ultraviolette Automotive To GalaxEye
Funding activity remained strong as Indian startups raised a combined $203.4 Mn across 21 deals between September 21 and September
The company behind Facebook and Instagram wants to keep consumers connected to the digital world via its ever-growing line of smart glasses.
Crusoe abandons $1.25B plan to use Boom turbines at AI data centers
Boom Supersonic CEO Blake Scholl said its new stationary power plants were no longer in Crusoe's near-term plans.
Automattic has a new board after failed attempt to put CEO on leave
After days of upheaval at Automattic, following a failed attempt to remove CEO Matt Mullenweg, the company has a new board.
Unsecured OpenAI agents posted 53 user images on the internet without the lab
AI agents operating in OpenAI's research environment posted user images on public image-hosting sites without the lab's knowledge.
The hottest new hangout for middle schoolers is NPR
When NPR staffers flagged strange comments under their podcasts on Spotify as bots, it took a Gen Z colleague to (immediately) figure out the mystery.
Anthropic to pay Akamai $11.6 billion over seven years in cloud deal
Anthropic has committed $11.6 billion over seven years to Akamai's cloud infrastructure, a bet on CPUs that could grow to about $20 billion, and in an unusual arrangement, Akamai is giving Anthropic a potential stake of up to 5% of its stock that grows as Anthropic spends more.
Mark Wahlberg is coming to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, and he wants to talk about your work, not his
Mark Wahlberg joins Bruce K. Lee at Disrupt to discuss investing, entrepreneurship, healthcare, wellness, and building businesses.
Ahead of US IPO, British AI neocloud Nscale secures $3.36B in convertible financing
The funding, which comes from Third Point, Nvidia, and others, will fuel the company's massive AI data center buildout.
The Aeropod automates soil aeration without robotics
Muju Earth Technologies has developed a deceptively simply pod that can save farmers money while improving crop yields.
Some Supabase customers are publicly exposing reams of people
The findings highlight how AI-generated and vibe-coded apps can spill and expose users' data when not configured or secured properly.
Astra and Opus just passed Turing
Frontier AI models are finishing Alan Turing's World War II codebreaking work.
Meta is putting its muscle behind Muse as the AI app takes off
Muse is topping the app store charts and adding users at a rapid clip, while Meta ramps up the personal AI agents's promotion across its own apps and beyond.
The latest unauthorized agent swarms were discovered by researchers.
Tesla finally moves to electrify trucking after a decade of work and delays
Tesla's Semi truck, with a 500-mile range, is about to hit the road in big numbers, with the company saying it plans to make 50,000 units a year.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Ricursive Intelligence
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, Ricursive Intelligence co-founders Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini will take the Disrupt Stage to discuss closing the loop between AI and chip development Save up to $200 on your pass before today ends.
How Pine Labs Shifted Gears: From PoS Devices To An AI-Powered Fintech Stack
In 1998, the newly incorporated Pine Labs was helping petrol pumps accept payments and manage loyalty programmes. Nearly three decades
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Meadow lets you leave your smartphone at home without sacrificing the essentials
Were not Luddites... its just we dont want social media, browsing and that kind of stuff, said 25-year-old founder Shreyas Narlanka.
Last 24 hours to save up to $200 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass. Leave the event further in your startup's trajectory than where you started. Don't miss your chance to save and to push the needle.
North Korean hackers suspected in $351M crypto theft, the largest so far this year
The $351 million theft from crypto exchange Bitget is the latest in a string of high-profile hacks targeting the crypto sector.
AceVector IPO Subscribed 9% On Day 1 So Far, Retail Investors Lead Bidding
Snapdeal parent AceVectors 420 Cr IPO was subscribed 9% as of 14:12 IST on the first day of bidding, with
Exclusive: CodeKarma In Talks To Raise $6 Mn From Prosus, Accel
Enterprise tech startup CodeKarma is in talks to raise $5 Mn to $6 Mn in a fresh funding round, sources
Moneyview IPO Subscribed 3.55X On Day 2, NIIs Lead With 7.77X Subscription
Digital lender Moneyviews 1,092 Cr IPO was subscribed 3.55X by 13:15 IST on the second day of bidding. The public
The Baramati-founded jewellery house is expanding its contemporary portfolio and customer proposition as younger consumers seek more versatile, everyday jewellery.
Lightspeed targets $250M for new India fund, focusing on early-stage AI
The Silicon Valley firm is aligning its India fundraising cycle with its global funds for the first time, as it shifts to a shorter investment period.
The Insurance Shuffle, Moneyview IPO Day 1
IRDAI Resets Insurtechs Economics The IRDAI has proposed a radical overhaul of the insurance tech sector. The draft norms threaten
In the past month, Waymo has expanded its fleet in Texas by 49%. There are other hotspots as well.
Nexterity wants to automate the hard, dangerous part of pipefitting
The startup's robot can tighten or loosen four bolts at a time, and it fits in a Pelican case.
Databricks buys Row Zero and is scouting for more startups to acquire
Databricks has brought cloud spreadsheet startup Row Zero, adding yet another acquisition to its 2026 shopping spree.
TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies.
20 minutes with the CEO of ElevenLabs, now reportedly valued at $22B
ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.
A91 Partners, Xponentia Sell SEDEMAC Shares Via
Shortly after the IPO lock-in expiry, SEDEMACs institutional investors A91 Partners, Xponentia, NJRN Family Trust and Mace Pvt Ltd have
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Cal AI
Zach Yadegari joins the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to share how he capitalized on viral growth. Save up to $200 before September 25. Save 50% on a second pass.
Decoding The Commission Gap That Sparked A Bloodbath In Insurance Stocks
For insurance distributors, the commission earned on every policy is central to their business model. It determines how much they
2 days left to save up to $200 on a TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass
Reason 4 of 5 to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Practical answers. Two days left to save up to $200 on your pass. Savings disappear after September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Bring a second guest at 50% off.
Australia to investigate if OpenAI hack of government health website broke the law
The incident is the first known breach to affect a government agency, and Australia's prime minister has vowed to hold OpenAI accountable.
Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Zelio E-Mobilitys board of directors approved a proposal today to raise up to 167.95 Cr via
Multiples Leads $150 Mn Funding Round In Brahma AI
Multiples Alternate Asset Management has led a $150 Mn funding round in Prime Focus-backed AI audiovisual content platform Brahma AI,
Byjus parent Think & Learn, Aakash reach settlement over rights issue before NCLT Bengaluru
The Bengaluru bench of the NCLT was informed that Think & Learn Private Limited and Aakash Educational Services Limited have settled their dispute over Aakashs rights issue. This was communicated by Senior Advocates representing both parties during a tribunal hearing.
Wipro Consumer Care Acquires Dermatouch
Business Wire India Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting announced the acquisition of Dermatouch, one of Indias fastest-growing, science-backed premium skincare brands, marking its entry into Indias fast-growing premium skincare market. This marks Wipro Consumer Cares 18th acquisition globally and its third strategic acquisition this year. This move reflects Wipro Consumer Cares continued focus on [] The post Wipro Consumer Care Acquires Dermatouch appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Indian Startup IPO Sprint, Zetwerk-Ayr Settle Dispute
Indian Startup IPOs In Full Swing Indian startup IPO spring is in full bloom. Snapdeal parent AceVector is all set
Mastercard Exits Pine Labs Via
Pine Labs early backer Mastercard has exited the company by selling its entire 4.31% stake through a bulk deal on
Sol Foundry Raises $4 Mn To Automate Email Commitments With AI
So far, AI in the inbox has so far meant assistance in drafting. Microsoft has pushed Copilot deeper into Outlook,
Now, Google Agrees To Report Child Abuse Content To Indian Authorities: Report
After Meta, tech giant Google has reportedly has agreed to report child abuse content hosted on its platforms to appropriate
Days after rival RentoMojos strong stock market debut, furniture and appliance rental startup Furlenco is reportedly gearing up for a
Nothing Bets On India, Moneyview
Nothings CMF Crosses Over To India Nothing is spinning off its sub-brand CMF into an independent, majority Indian-owned company. With
Business Wire India Ratnaveer Precision Engineering Limited has touched an all-time high of Rs. 337.40, with the stock witnessing a notable technical breakout as the company approaches a series of key operational milestones. The market movement comes at a time when Ratnaveer's Copper Clad Laminate (CCL) project is progressing towards commercialisation, with the machinery having [] The post Ratnaveer Precision Engineering Advances CCL Project; Order Bookings Expected to Begin From October 31 appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Zenergize Moves Beyond 5 kW: New 15 kW Inverter Targets High
Unveiled at Infineon Technologies OktoberTech event in Bengaluru, the inverter delivers 98.5% efficiency, supports 20 kWp PV input, and features three MPPT trackers with IP65 protection. The post Zenergize Moves Beyond 5 kW: New 15 kW Inverter Targets HighCapacity Rooftop Solar appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
B35 Bullet Train: India To Make Own 350 Kmph High-Speed Trains By 2030, Match Japan's E10
India is set to develop indigenous high-speed trains with a design speed of 350 kmph by 2030, according to the Railway Ministrys Cabinet proposal on the revised Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail project. The Centre has approved the revised project cost at over Rs 2 lakh crore, with nearly Rs 1 lakh crore of the escalation to come through budgetary support. Initially, the corridor will operate with B28 trains designed for 280 kmph, with a maximum operating speed of 249 kmph. BEML has received contracts for 47 B28 trains, with two prototypes expected for trials in the first quarter of 2027. India is also developing the Bharat Train Control System. The 508-km corridor is targeted for completion by December 2030.
India Overpower Bangladesh As Shafali
Shafalis historic century and Indias bowling brilliance seal a dominant win over Bangladesh in semifinal.
Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) Chief General Takehiro Morita on Sunday described India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas as a symbol of the country's technological innovation and the 'Make in India' initiative after flying the fighter aircraft during the ongoing Indo-Japan bilateral air exercise 'Veer Guardian-2026'.
Indians turn to Dubai as iPhone 18 Pro costs less than India
Dubai: Following strong demand during the pre-order period, Apples iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale at the Apple Store in Dubai Mall on Friday, September 18, attracting Indian shoppers alongside United Arab Emirates (UAE) residents. Some Indian buyers travelled to Dubai after finding that the latest Pro models cost less Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Air India Crash Probe: Pilots Body Seeks Detailed Review Of Boeing 787 Electrical Systems
India's exports to core Brics markets surge 34% in Apr-Aug, China leads
India's exports to China, South Africa, Brazil and Russia grew 34 per cent to USD 19.9 billion in April-August 2026-27, led by a 39 per cent jump in shipments to China, highlighting the growing importance of the BRICS bloc for India's export growth. As India deepens its engagement with the BRICS bloc, strongest momentum is coming from the BRICS members, especially Core BRICS founding partners-- China, South Africa, Brazil, and Russia, an official said. BRICS, originally comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, expanded in 2024 to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, with Indonesia joining in 2025. Belarus, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda, Uzbekistan and Vietnam became BRICS partner countries last year. According to the commerce ministry data, exports to the four core BRICS economies grew by 34 per cent, rising from USD 14.9 billion in April-August 2025-26 to USD 19.9 billion in April-August ...
Gen Z considers India-Israel defence ties above US, France: Survey
A pan-Indian survey of Gen Z highlighted a perceptible recalibration in generational awareness among the youth who consider Israel to be among the top five nations in diplomatic ties and among the top three in defence cooperation, ahead of traditional allies such as the US and France, the India Israel Centre said. Recent cultural narratives, pop culture touchpoints and podcasts have begun bringing to light Israel's critical role in delivering emergency laser-guided munitions and surveillance support to Indian armed forces, rapidly changing perceptions of who India's time-tested allies are, according to a statement by the India Israel Centre. As per the survey, 52 per cent of respondents aged 18-29 believed India-Israel defence ties to be robust, placing Israel third alongside other countries, including Russia. France was slightly behind with 51 per cent and the US at 46 per cent. The survey also found that 41 per cent of respondents placed Israel among India's key diplomatic ...
Indian firms moving AI from pilots towards deployment: Salesforce
Salesforce sees India entering a phase of wider enterprise AI adoption, with companies moving beyond experimentation to production deployments and the country offering significant white space for digital and agentic AI growth, President and CEO, South Asia, Arundhati Bhattacharya, said. In an interview to PTI, she affirmed the shift by Indian firms, sharing that Salesforce will continue to invest in physical infrastructure, upskilling Indian talent and recruitment. So I would say that yes, they (Indian companies) are moving towards putting things in production, Bhattacharya said, responding to a question on whether Indian firms were moving towards large-scale deployment after experimenting with generative AI and AI agents. Elaborating on Salesforce's India plans, Bhattacharya said a new tower in Bengaluru is expected to come on stream next calendar year as one of its investments in the country. We have already invested in a tower in Bangalore, and that should be coming on stre
Asian Games 2026: Shafali Ton Powers Reigning Champions India into Final
India will now face Sri Lanka in the gold-medal match on Tuesday, in a repeat of the last edition's final
Asian Games badminton: India start campaign with 3-0 win against Kazakhstan in women's team event
India began its Asian Games 2026 womens badminton campaign with a 3-0 win over Kazakhstan to reach the quarterfinals, where it will face Japan on September 22. PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda and Tanvi Sharma secured wins for India.
Indias Exports Surge Amid Free Trade Agreements in Q1 FY 2026-27
Indias exports have surged significantly in the first quarter of FY 2026-27, driven by free trade agreements with key partners. Indias Exports Surge Amid Free Trade Agreements in Q1 FY 2026-27
Shafali's Ton, Bowlers' Blitz Send India Into Asiad Women's Cricket Final
Shafali Verma slammed her maiden T20I century to power India into the final of women's cricket event at the Asian Games.
Indias young engineers must cross academic boundaries: Mizoram Governor
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) Calling on the next generation of engineers to embrace interdisciplinary thinking, Mizoram Governor General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh has said Indias future technological leadership would depend on engineers who can work across traditional academic and professional boundaries. Addressing the 18th IEI Industry Excellence Summit & Awards 2026 here, organised by the Institution of Engineers (India) (IEI), the Governor highlighted the crucial role engineering has played in India's development and urged young professionals to build on that legacy. The summit was held under the theme, Engineering Indias Global Footprint: Technology, Talent and Trust. General Singh said Indias engineering accomplishments span a wide range of sectors, including dams, steel plants, highways, metro networks, renewable energy systems, telecommunications, the space programme, indigenous defence manufacturing and digital public infrastructure. He stressed that while India has already achieved significant milestones, the responsibility of shaping the countrys next phase of growth rests with todays engineering talent. According to the Governor, the boundaries separating engineering disciplines are rapidly disappearing. He noted that civil engineers increasingly need expertise in technologies such as geographic information systems (GIS), sensors, artificial intelligence and climate modelling, while mechanical engineers are being drawn into robotics and advanced manufacturing. Similarly, electrical engineers are working on energy storage and smart-grid technologies, and software engineers are increasingly involved with hardware systems, cybersecurity and physical infrastructure. He said engineering graduates must move beyond narrowly defined specialisations and develop the ability to collaborate across disciplines, experiment with new ideas and create practical solutions to real-world challenges. He also advocated stronger emphasis on design thinking, field exposure, interdisciplinary projects and prototyping within engineering education. Highlighting Indias capacity to build infrastructure at scale, General Singh said equal attention must now be given to maintaining and sustaining existing assets. He pointed to the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as a major engineering success story, saying that while it is commonly viewed as a fintech innovation, it is underpinned by sophisticated engineering involving interoperability, distributed systems, cybersecurity, real-time processing and large-scale digital infrastructure. The Governor also cited Indias space programme as an example of engineering excellence achieved despite resource and technology constraints.
India thrash Bangladesh by 114 runs to reach Asian Games 2026 final
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Indias Gen Z sees Israel as key defence partner, survey claims
A recent survey reveals Gen Z youth view Israel highly in diplomatic and defense partnerships. Israel ranks third in defense cooperation, ahead of the United States and France. Forty-one percent of respondents consider Israel a key diplomatic partner for India. Cultural narratives and podcasts are reshaping perceptions of India's allies. Defense and technological innovation are key drivers of this generational shift.
Indian and Japanese Air Chiefs Experience Tejas Fighter Jet in Joint Exercises
The air chiefs of India and Japan flew the Tejas fighter jet, showcasing growing defense ties during the Veer Guardian 2026 exercise. Indian and Japanese Air Chiefs Experience Tejas Fighter Jet in Joint Exercises
Indian truck driver spends 15 months in Saudi jail beyond term
An Indian truck driver who completed an 18-month prison sentence in Saudi Arabia spent another 15 months in the country before returning home. The Indian Express and The Tribune reported that Rajinderpal Singh, from Tarn Taran in Punjab, returned to India on August 31, 2026, after nearly three years in Saudi Arabia. Rajinderpal had moved Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Market Outlook: U.S.-Iran Tensions and Oil Prices to Influence Indian Stock Markets
The Indian stock market faces a crucial week influenced by U.S.-Iran tensions, oil prices, and domestic economic data. Market Outlook: U.S.-Iran Tensions and Oil Prices to Influence Indian Stock Markets
Elavenil Valarivan wins individual silver as India secures two shooting medals at Asian Games
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Asian Games: India begin men's hockey title defence with 13-1 rout of Indonesia
Digital Desk | Nagoya, Sep 20 (IANS) India launched their Asian Games mens hockey title defence in emphatic fashion, decimating Indonesia 13-1 in their opening Pool A encounter on Sunday. Eight different goal-scorers were on target for the Indian team, headlined by Dilpreet Singh's four-goal haul, as India put on a clinical display from the first whistle to the last. With a comprehensive win to start their campaign, India will next take on Sri Lanka in their second Pool A fixture on September 22. India got off to a fast start with Shilanand Lakra converting a rebound off Harmanpreet Singh's saved drag-flick in the 6th minute, before Abhishek doubled the advantage in the 12th minute, turning home a rebound after the initial effort was parried by Indonesia custodian Alam Fajar. Despite Fajar producing a couple of early saves to deny Mandeep Singh, India carried the momentum into the break, closing the first quarter with a 2-0 lead. The second quarter saw the Men in Blue run riot. Dilpreet Singh struck twice inside two minutes (18th, 19th) to open his account for the tournament, followed by a well-worked finish from Rajinder Singh in the 19th minute and a first goal of the campaign for Mandeep Singh (21st). Harmanpreet Singh added a penalty corner strike in the 28th minute, though he had earlier seen a penalty stroke saved by Fajar diving to his right. India went into the half-time break with a commanding 7-0 lead, having found the target from open play, penalty corners, and a variety of combinations across the pitch. Indonesia found their first goal of the match early in the third quarter when captain Aulia Al Ardh converted a penalty corner in the 33rd minute, reducing the deficit to 7-1 after a video referral confirmed the decision in Indonesia's favour. India responded swiftly to the setback, with Shilanand Lakra netting his second of the match (35th) and Dilpreet Singh completing his hat-trick (37th), before Sukhjeet Singh joined the scoring column in the 38th minute to push the lead out to 10-1 by the end of the third quarter. India continued their relentless attacking play in the final quarter. Jugraj Singh converted from India's second penalty corner attempt in the 47th minute after his first effort was blocked by the first rusher, before Sukhjeet Singh added his second of the match (48th) from a well-worked move, finishing off a driving run down the right flank. Dilpreet Singh rounded off a personal tally of four goals in the 49th minute, deflecting home after an initial touch from Abhishek, to take the score to a commanding 13-1 as the remaining minutes wound down with Indonesia retaining possession in the circle.
Asian Games: Indian badminton women's team cruises into quarter-finals
Digital Desk | Ichinomiya, Sep 20 (IANS) India eased past Kazakhstan 3-0 in the womens badminton team Round of 16 to book their place in the quarterfinals. After PV Sindhu and Unnati Hooda won the first two matches in straight games, Tanvi Sharma completed the sweep with a win over Diana Namenova. India will face Japan, who have received a first-round bye, on Tuesday for a place in the semifinals, where a win would secure a medal. Two-time Olympic medallist Sindhu comfortably beat Kamila Smagulova 21-7, 21-9 in 24 minutes to give India a 1-0 lead. Unnati then joined the party and defeated Alissa Kuleshova 21-7, 21-10 in 22 minutes to double Indias lead. It was World Junior Championships silver medallist Tanvi who completed the sweep with a 21-5, 21-10 win over Diana Namenova in just 19 minutes. A Japanese challenge in the quarterfinal could bring some heavyweight singles contests, with PV Sindhu potentially facing Akane Yamaguchi and Unnati Hooda up against Tomoka Miyazaki. In doubles, Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand could be tested by Japans leading combinations, including Yuki Fukushima-Mayu Matsumoto and Kie Nakanishi-Suzu Iwana. Indias women have won just one Asian Games team medal, a bronze at the 2014 Incheon Games. In the 2023 edition, Indian women bowed out in the quarterfinal after losing 0-3 to Thailand. Last, the edition's silver-medalled men's team will be in action on Monday when it takes on Bangladesh in the round of 16. In Hangzhou, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won Indias first Asian Games badminton gold medal, while HS Prannoy secured bronze in the mens singles. The reigning silver medallists could then face Japan in the quarterfinals, setting up a possible singles battle between Lakshya Sen and Kodai Naraoka, while Ayush Shetty could meet Yushi Tanaka. Satwik and Chirag could face the Japanese pairing of Hiroki Okamura and Takuro Hoki, depending on the tie-ups.
Asian Games 2026: Weight-cut heartbreak returns to haunt India on day of mixed MMA fortunes
Indias Varun Sanyal suffered a weight-cut setback at the Asian Games after being declared medically unfit for his mens traditional 77kg MMA quarter-final. Sanyal developed cramps and bodyache during a sauna session. Later, Suchika Tariyal secured at least a bronze by reaching the womens traditional 60kg semifinals.
The Year Kishore Kumars Songs Were Banned from All India Radio
In 1975, Kishore Kumar faced a ban from All India Radio during Indias Emergency, yet his popularity remained unaffected. The Year Kishore Kumars Songs Were Banned from All India Radio
Watch: India, Japan air chiefs take Tejas sorties during joint air exercise
Indian Womens Cricket Team Defeats Bangladesh by 114 Runs to Reach Asian Games Final
The Indian womens cricket team triumphed over Bangladesh, setting up a final showdown against Sri Lanka at the Asian Games 2026. Indian Womens Cricket Team Defeats Bangladesh by 114 Runs to Reach Asian Games Final
Indias Asian Games campaign faced a last-minute organisational setback after defending shot put champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor was replaced by kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat as flagbearer alongside Manu Bhaker. According toThe Times of India, delays and confusion over ceremonial kits exposed coordination gaps involving Toor, AFI and IOA officials.
Asian Games 2026: India thrash Indonesia 13-1 in hockey opener
The Indian men's hockey team began its Asian Games 2026 campaign with a commanding 13-1 victory over Indonesia. This dominant performance sets a strong tone for their Pool A matches in Japan. Earlier, the Indian women's hockey team also achieved a significant 19-0 win against Uzbekistan.
India advances to Asian Games badminton quarterfinals with 3-0 win over Kazakhstan
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Asian Games 2026: India confirm womens cricket medal after 114-run semifinal rout of Bangladesh
Defending champions India assure themselves of a womens cricket medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after thrashing Bangladesh by 114 runs to reach the final.
