England eye top spot as they face struggling Pakistan in Womens World Cup
England, on a commanding three-win streak, are in top form and appear poised to dominate a struggling Pakistan in their ICC Women's World Cup match. Skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt is leading the charge with exceptional batting and bowling performances, propelling England to second place in the standings.
Kumble Lauds 'clinical And Consistent' Team India Fow Series Sweep Over WI
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Former India cricketer and coach Anil Kumble has lauded Team India's clinical and consistent all-round show in the series win over the West Indies after beating the visitors by seven wickets in the second Test here at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. This was India's tenth straight win against the West Indies and overall 122th Test win, going past South Africa to No. 3. A commanding performance by Team India throughout the series Clinical and consistent with both ball and bat. Congratulations. Well done WI for putting up a fight in the second test match, Kumble shared on X. The victory marks Indias first Test series win under Shubman Gills captaincy, following the drawn 2-2 result in England earlier this year. Though the margin suggests an easy victory, India were to earn it in New Delhi and defeat the West Indies for the tenth straight time in Tests. Former cricketer S Badrinath lauded Gill's captaincy and his evolution as a batter. Shubman Gills evolution since the England tour has been pure class both as a batter and a captain, he posted on X. India needed exactly an hour on day five to complete a seven-wicket win over the West Indies and seal a 2-0 series sweep. KL Rahul anchored the chase with an unbeaten 58 off 108 balls, hitting six fours and two sixes to help India easily hunt down 121. West Indies, asked to follow on, refused to fold easily, thanks to John Campbell and Shai Hopes twin centuries and a defiant last-wicket 79-run stand which led to the contest stretching to day five. India needed exactly an hour on day five to complete a seven-wicket win over the West Indies and seal a 2-0 series sweep. KL Rahul anchored the chase with an unbeaten 58 off 108 balls, hitting six fours and two sixes to help India easily hunt down 121. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score With the win, India remains third in the World Test Championship table, but their point percentage rose to 61.9 per cent. Article Source: IANS
Kajol on her statement comparing actors to 9-5 employees
Kajol has clarified her recent comment comparing actor's work to 9-to-5 jobs. She explained the demanding nature of her profession, detailing early mornings, continuous shooting, and the pressure of constant public observation. Kajol highlighted the need for actors to be 100 percent present for extended hours. She described the intense scrutiny faced by actors at all times.
Bihar polls: JD(U) MLA sits outside CM Nitish's house over ticket; refuses to move
A JD(U) MLA staged a protest outside Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's residence, demanding an election ticket for Gopalpur. The legislator, known for past controversies including a train incident and accusations against a deputy CM, vowed not to leave without securing the nomination. This action highlights internal party tensions amid seat-sharing finalizations.
IPS officer 'suicide': Haryana on alert, police asked to ensure harmony
Following the alleged suicide of IPS officer Y Puram Kumar, the Haryana government has directed police to maintain strict vigil and harmony by collaborating with community leaders. Field officers are urged to take proactive steps to prevent untoward incidents amid protests demanding action against senior officers accused of discrimination and harassment.
Dalit IPS officer's death: Haryana DGP sent on leave amid mounting pressure
CHANDIGARH: The Haryana government has sent Director General of Police (DGP) Shatrujeet Kapur on leave amid mounting pressure from the opposition over the alleged suicide of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar. The officers family has accused senior officials of harassment and demanded their arrest. The late-night decision comes just days after Narendra Bijarniya, the then Superintendent of Police (Rohtak), was transferred. Yes, the DGP has been sent on leave by the government, confirmed Rajiv Jaitly, media adviser to the Haryana Chief Minister. In an eight-page final note reportedly left by Kumar, he accused eight senior IPS officers, including Kapur and Bijarniya, of caste-based discrimination, mental harassment, public humiliation, and abuse of authority. Kumars wife, senior IAS officer Amneet P Kumar, has demanded that Kapur and Bijarniya be named in the FIR for allegedly abetting her husband's suicide. The family has refused to consent to the post-mortem and cremation until action is taken. Dalit IPS officer's death: Family declines police access to laptop, cites lack of trust in probe Y Puran Kumar, a 2001-batch IPS officer aged 52, allegedly shot himself on 7 October. Following the FIR, Chandigarh Police formed a six-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the case. In recent days, several political leaders have visited the family in Sector 24, Chandigarh. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is expected to meet them on Tuesday. Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, who met the family on Monday, said Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has assured that strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty. Opposition leaders, including Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Congress MP from Rohtak Deepender Singh Hooda, INLD chief Abhay Singh Chautala, and Punjab Finance Minister and AAP leader Harpal Singh Cheema, have all expressed solidarity with the family. Vikramarka, who travelled from the southern state to pay respects, described the incident as extremely tragic and demanded immediate action based on Kumars dying declaration. Y Puran Kumar gave up his life, and in his final note, he specifically named DGP Shatrujeet Kapur and then Rohtak SP Narendra Bijarniya. He stated they humiliated and insulted him, making them the root cause of his death, said Vikramarka. A 31-member committee formed in support of the Kumar family issued a 48-hour ultimatum on Sunday, demanding action against the named officers. Dalit IPS officers death: Haryana transfers Rohtak SP, family refuses autopsy
Extravagant dance sequences, sweeping romance, flawless action and a glowing star cast this is the image Bollywood sells to cinephiles. But beneath the dazzle and million-dollar budgets lies a relentless work culture that fuels the magic. Conversations about the reality behind the reel intensified after Deepika Padukone revealed her exit from Kalki 2898 AD and Spirit , hinting at sexism and unequal work conditions. She said, By virtue of being a woman, Im called pushy, after facing pushback for demanding a fixed 8-hour workday, a norm easily granted to male counterparts. Notably, the news about the actress exit from the south projects had earlier made headlines after it was alleged that she had demanded to accommodate her team of 25 members. Her recent stand has spotlighted not just gender parity but also the industrys deeper neglect of basic working standards, prompting debate within the film fraternity and beyond. Kalki deserves commitment and more Still from Kalki2898 AD All hell broke out when Vyjayanthi Movies, the production company backing Kalki 2898 AD, tweeted about ending their creative partnership with Deepika Padukone, who played a key role in the films first instalment. Sharing the decision, they wrote on X, now twitter: This is to officially announce that @deepikapadukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel of #Kalki2898AD. After careful consideration, We have decided to part ways. Despite the long journey of making the first film, we were unable to find a partnership. And a film like @Kalki2898AD deserves that commitment and much more. We wish her the best with her future works. The decision was, of course, met with shock and outrage from fans of the actress. Though the films director Nag Aswin remained tight-lipped about her exit, his cryptic post on Instagram a day after the announcement with a picture from the film and a caption that read, You cant change what happened, but you can choose what happens next had raised many eyebrows. Personal needs should be kept personal: Abhishek Iyengar, writer In the field of art, nothing is regulated and streamlined, so if an 8-hour shift is implemented, it may cut down a lot of work harassment and improve the quality of work because people will come with a fixed mindset. About Deepika seeking extensive accommodations for her 25-member entourage, I think the very idea should be debunked. If the luxury accommodation for the staff is approved, will her inclusion benefit the film financially to this extent? Doubtful. Gone are the days when producers used to bank the entire film on one actor. Personal needs should be kept personal. The biggest stars in the industry have never made such demand. They can politely disagree and walk off: Mandara Battalahalli, actor Many directors say they like to retain male actors they have worked with in their hit films and cast fresh female actresses as they come with lesser demands. When you dive into the issue, its just women asking for some fundamental facilities like a clean washroom, a schedule that doesnt push you to the edge of your physical wellness. Male actors are almost always the priority, because they are said to be the ones who pull the audiences, as most Indian films cater to only the male idea of entertainment. They say people with budget constraints will have to work crazy hours to get the job done, but it isnt fair to achieve your dreams at the cost of so many peoples physical and mental well-being. If they arent okay with providing the actors requirements, they can politely disagree and walk off. The problem is when people get their ego hurt when demands are made, which comes from the nasty hierarchy that so clearly exists. Respect should be equal for everyone: Abhaya Simha, writer-director Unfortunately, a woman advocating for work-life balance is more likely to be negatively labelled than a man, which shows that deep-seated gender stereotypes persist. Women are expected to be accommodating, so when they assert a demand like fixed hours, it violates this expectation and is often perceived as being pushy or difficult. A man making the same request is seen as assertive, principled, or a strong leader protecting his time. Industry somehow justifies this by saying the business happens because of the male heroes and not the actresses. That might be true. But the basic human respect should be equal for everyone. However, a systematic work schedule doesnt fully solve deeper ethical issues like toxic power dynamics, payment delays or harassment. Lasting professionalism requires complementary reforms: formal contracts and a cultural shift in mindset. While the schedule is the key to tackling disorganisation, a holistic approach is needed to truly reform the industrys culture. Could elevate quality of filmmaking: Hemanth Kumar, director If anything, actors demanding structured working hours can elevate the quality of filmmaking in India, push producers to plan smarter, and bring parity with global standards. It requires a culture shift, but it doesnt compromise creativity; it protects it. Id rather have an 8-hour day with 6 great scenes than a 16-hour day with 2 magical shots and a burnt-out crew. This isnt about a diva demand its about setting healthy norms. Once top talent demands structured workdays, the entire ecosystem shifts. Disparity between top heroines & budding female actors: Sakshi Meghana Kantharaj, actor Handling an 8-hour shoot can be challenging. Depending on the demands of a character, the time can vary from 8 to even 13 hours, especially if the character needs heavy makeup and a complicated hairdo. In the film industry, we have to support the entire team, and if its not a heroine-oriented movie, we cant prioritise just the heroine. Theres also an obvious disparity between top heroines and budding female actors. I can relate to this as a budding actor. Ive often worked 12-13 hours a day. Sometimes its very challenging, especially when factoring in the time spent on makeup, jewellery and costumes and carrying the weight of it. Meanwhile, topmost heroines typically work for around 8 hours. Its the responsibility of the director to plan things better. Demands arent unreasonable: Samyukta Hornad, actor Shooting depends on factors like logistics, locations and even seasons. Ive done multiple film shoots at night. Theres no choice but to do it, even if its a fight sequence that has to be shot in the rain. However, the rules are different for male actors. Many times, our problems like womens issues or concerns over washroom facilities, are not addressed. This is why most of them employ men as their crew and technical team members. We need to bring about change at the grassroots level. Male actors work for four hours to accommodate their personal needs, like a workout, so the production ends up shooting with female actors. Deepika has earned the status where she can put forward her demands, and if thats part of a contract and is making things easier for her, then whats the issue? Some male actors are also accompanied by three or more cooks. Shes under scrutiny only because she brought up this disparity. I dont think her demands are unreasonable.
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina confirmed he is safe after an assassination attempt amid escalating political turmoil. Fleeing the nation aboard a French army aircraft, Rajoelina's departure follows the military's backing of youth-led protests demanding his resignation. He appealed for a constitutional resolution to the crisis, emphasizing his commitment to finding solutions despite threats to his life.
Haryana IPS Officer Suicide: Rahul Gandhi To Meet Family Today Amid Row
Opposition leaders on Monday intensified their attack on the Haryana government over IPS officer Y Puran Kumar's alleged suicide, demanding swift action on his final note and the police complaint filed by his wife against the officers accused of ha
Bhutan should pay compensation for North Bengal losses, says CM Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has blamed Bhutan for the recent North Bengal deluge, demanding compensation from the neighboring country. She announced that the state will provide financial aid and crop insurance to affected families, while also highlighting the upcoming Indo-Bhutan River Commission meeting.
England And Chelsea Defender Millie Bright Retires From International Football
Millie Bright: England and Chelsea Women defender Millie Bright has announced her retirement from international football, drawing the curtain on a distinguished nine-year England career that saw her lift the Euro 2022 title and captain the Lionesses to the 2023 World Cup final. Bright, 31, revealed her decision on her podcast The Rest is Football: Daly Brightness, which she co-hosts with former England teammate Rachel Daly, saying that the choice was deeply personal and one she had weighed up for a long time. I've been weighing this up for a long time. It's one of those decisions no one can make for you. It's a feeling and I'm at peace with it, Bright said. Having the summer to reflect, fix my knee and get my head straight really put things into perspective. As you get older, your priorities change. I've been craving family time, time with friends and time for myself. Bright, who made her England debut in 2016 and went on to earn 88 caps, said she was incredibly proud and honoured to have represented her country, but felt the time was right to step away. I'm incredibly proud and honoured to have played for England for so long. Every single cap has been special and the memories I've made have been some of the best of my life. But it's the right time for me to call it a day with England, she said. The defender explained that her decision was guided by the need to give her all to Chelsea, admitting that the physical demands of elite football had left her at a crossroads. Physically, I'm at that crossroads can I be 50 per cent for each, for England and for Chelsea? I want to be all in, she said. To give myself the best chance of doing that and be the best for my club, I probably need to rein it in a little bit. People will probably ask why, and one, it's for myself. It's a decision I've made one that I'm happy with. I watched in the summer and there wasn't one part of me that thought I'd made the wrong decision. Bright had withdrawn herself from selection for Englands Euro 2025 campaign, choosing instead to recover from knee surgery and spend the summer focusing on her mental and physical well-being. From home, she watched as the Lionesses successfully defended their European title the very trophy she helped win in 2022, when she started in every game. She also captained the side to the 2023 Womens World Cup final in Australia and New Zealand, stepping up in the absence of injured skipper Leah Williamson, leading England to within touching distance of a historic world title. Brights international journey began in September 2016, when she replaced Karen Carney as a late substitute in a 2-0 win against Belgium. Over the next nine years, she established herself as one of Englands most dependable defenders a fearless, commanding presence at the back and a vocal leader on and off the pitch. As she looked back on her legacy, Bright said she hoped to be remembered as someone who made a difference both as a player and as a person. Brights international journey began in September 2016, when she replaced Karen Carney as a late substitute in a 2-0 win against Belgium. Over the next nine years, she established herself as one of Englands most dependable defenders a fearless, commanding presence at the back and a vocal leader on and off the pitch. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score I want to be remembered for what I did on the pitch too someone who'd do anything for anyone, who was reliable, and who gave everything, heart and soul, every single game. But ultimately, I want to be remembered as a true Lioness, someone who represented her country in the right way. Article Source: IANS
Punjab cabinet gives nod to enhance compensation up to Rs 20,000 per acre for crop loss to farmers
CHANDIGARH: Following severe floods that damaged crops, farmlands, and homes across the state, the Punjab Cabinet today gave nod for enhancing the compensation for crop loss to farmers up to Rs 20,000 per acre. The decision was taken in the meeting of the council of ministers held here. A spokesperson of the Chief Ministers Office said that to provide adequate relief to the affected persons for crop loss and house damage caused by natural calamities, the cabinet also gave nod to ex-post facto approval regarding the revision of the rates of relief amount to be paid from the State Budget for crop loss and house damage. The relief amount was increased to Rs. 10,000 per acre for crop loss of 26-75 per cent, Rs 20,000 per acre for crop loss of 76-100 per cent, and Rs. 40,000 per unit for partially damaged houses from existing Rs 6500. Since the amount given to the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) by the Government of India will not be increased, this additional compensation will be provided by the State Government from its own treasury. Crops were damaged in 3.5 lakh acres of cultivable land in 2,508 villages, and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann had announced a special girdawari on September 11, targeting completion within 45 days . However, compensation began being distributed by the 30th day. Sources said that the farmers are being compensated at Rs 20,000 per acre, with an additional Rs 13,200 per farmer provided from state resources after no assistance was received from the central government . The assessments for 30,806 homes have been completed, with compensation for partially damaged houses increased from Rs 6,500 to Rs 40,000. Families who lost members in the floods will receive Rs 4 lakh each. In order to support the functioning of interstate check posts, the cabinet gave a go-ahead to amend the Punjab Minor Mineral Rules, 2013, to levy a fee on vehicles carrying processed or unprocessed minor minerals entering the state. This will help cater to the operational cost being incurred by the department on interstate check posts. This will also help in making the system of these check posts more robust and efficient thereby helping in their maintenance and upkeep. In order to simplify and ease the process of determining the reserve price of the various sites of development authorities, the cabinet also gave its consent to amend the policy to fix the reserve price of plots. As per the amendment in the prevalent E-auction policy, the reserve price of the site will be fixed in accordance with the valuation of the three independent valuers empanelled in Nationalised Banks. The reserve price, once fixed for an auction, will remain valid for the calendar year. The cabinet also gave approval to a policy for allotment of sites to cooperative societies for the construction of multi-storey flats under Group Housing Scheme 2025. This policy aims to boost the supply of affordable and planned housing in urban areas of Punjab by facilitating cooperative housing societies. It provides a transparent, fair, and structured framework for the allotment of land, ensuring timely construction and development in line with the state's urban planning goals. In view of the difficulties faced by the promoters and to give relief to the general public, the cabinet also gave its nod to the policy for the completion of Mega Housing projects falling under the jurisdiction of various Development Authorities. Only a one-time extension in the implementation period for development and to complete the already approved projects shall be permitted from December 31 for a period of a maximum upto 5 years on the request of the promoter at Rs 25,000 per acre per year. The payment shall be deposited upfront for the extension of implementation period so granted, and no extension in the implementation period shall be permissible thereafter. The cabinet also gave its consent to enhance the fixed remuneration payable to OSDs (Litigation) working in various departments. As many as 13 temporary posts of OSD (Litigation) have been created in various departments, and their retainership fees were increased from Rs 50,000 to Rs 60,000 in 2020. Now, the fixed salary or retainership fees of OSDs (Litigation) have been increased to the extent of Rs 10,000. The cabinet also gave ex-post facto approval to constitute a cabinet Sub-committee for the shifting of rolling mills of Mandi Gobindgarh and Khanna area from coal to PNG. The cabinet also gave nod to implement the Telecommunications (Right of Way) Rules, 2024, in the State of Punjab. In order to curb criminal activities, prevent drug trafficking, increase the level of search of visitors and strengthen the overall security arrangements of prisons, the cabinet gave an exemption under Section 63(1) of the Punjab Transparency in Procurement Act, 2019, for purchasing sniffer dogs. Six Sniffer Dogs from BSF or CRPF will be purchased for the security needs of the jails to prevent criminal activities inside the jails. This move will help in enhancing the security of jails and checking the criminal activities in the prisons.
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Thenur residents protest demanding collective participation in temple festival
Kandukur farmers cry foul over compensation in NH 167B land acquisition
Nearly 30 farmers from Kanumalla, Palukuru and Oguru panchayats write letters to Chief Minister, Deputy CM, IT and R&B ministers demanding compensation as per the existing market value of the land
Kalaburagi bandh evokes good response
The call was given byKalyana Karnataka Raitha Horata Samiti demanding that the Central and State governmentsrelease flood compensation
Shops shut as traders, residents of Ward 55 in Tirunelveli protest
The residents are demanding regular drinking water supply, garbage clearance and also desilting of all channels before the northeast monsoon sets in
KOLKATA: A day after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faced condemnation for advising female students to not venture out at night, senior TMC leader Saugata Roy on Monday said that women should exercise caution, as the police cannot be everywhere at once. Roy claimed that women's safety in the state is better compared to other regions. Such cases are rare in Bengal. Women's safety in Bengal is better than in any other place. But women shouldn't leave their colleges so late at night, as the police can't patrol everywhere. Police cannot be present on every road; police can take action after an incident occurs. So, women should also be cautious, Roy told reporters in Kolkata. Whatever the chief minister has said is absolutely correct, he said. His comments came after a 23-year-old second-year MBBS student of a private medical college was allegedly gang-raped near her campus on the night of October 10. According to police reports, the survivor, a native of Odisha, was returning from dinner with a friend when three men accosted her near Shobhapur in the industrial township. The accused allegedly snatched her phone, dragged her into a wooded area, and raped her before demanding money to return her belongings. The West Bengal Police on Monday arrested two more persons in connection with the case, taking the total number of arrests to five. Three accused were taken into custody on October 12. Mamata Banerjee is a 'blot on womanhood', says BJP over her remarks on Durgapur gangrape incident
President Trump at the pink of his health? Here's what his medical reports say
President Donald Trump underwent a recent medical evaluation. His physician reported exceptional health, highlighting strong cardiovascular vitality. The report noted his cardiac age is significantly younger than his chronological age. He continues to maintain a demanding schedule without any restrictions. Preventative health screenings and immunizations were also administered. This assessment confirms his excellent overall health.
2nd Test: India Require 58 Runs On Day Five To Complete 2-0 Series Sweep Over West Indies
Arun Jaitley Stadium: B Sai Sudharsan and KL Rahul remained unbeaten on 30 and 25 respectively as India ended day four of the second and final Test at 63/1 in 18 overs in a chase of 121 against the West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday. Despite India losing Yashasvi Jaiswal early, Sudharsan and Rahul ensured the hosts are well-placed to get 58 runs on day five to win the match and complete a 2-0 series victory. On a slow pitch having some turn, Rahul and Sudharsan settled into a rhythm, negotiating spin and pace with calmness to ensure India suffered no further setbacks before stumps. While the target is modest, day fours events served as a reminder that Test cricket rarely follows a predictable script. Signs of resistance had emerged from a spirited West Indies when the pair of Justin Greaves and Jayden Seales batted out 25.2 overs for the last wicket stand of 79, and stretching the lead to 120, as the visitors made 390 in 118.5 overs after being asked to follow-on. For India, Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav picked three-fers each to be the standout bowlers on a taxing day of Test cricket. Indias decision to enforce the follow-on after bowling 81.5 overs in the first innings was a calculated gamble, but West Indies responded with grit and fight, which fans had been craving to see for a long time. John Campbell made 115 - his maiden Test century, Shai Hope ended an eight-year wait for a hundred and the last-wicket stand between Greaves and Seales became their second-best partnership of this year in the longer format. Jaiswal began Indias chase on a high by taking eight runs off Seales, including getting boundaries through cover and third man. But Jaiswal looked to hit a six off Jomel Warricans first ball, but failed to get the desired elevation and holed out to long-on. Rahul and Sudharsan then batted cautiously and got timely boundaries to get Indias required runs below hundred. With spin coming from both ends, Sudharsan took on Khary Pierre by flicking and driving him off his wrists for boundaries. He welcomed skipper Roston Chase with a creamy drive going past wide mid-off for four, before edging an off-break past slip for another boundary. Rahul finally broke his shell by using his supple wrists to flick Pierre for four, before he and Sudharsan walked off by keeping India in a commanding position to complete a win and clinch the series. Rahul and Sudharsan then batted cautiously and got timely boundaries to get Indias required runs below hundred. With spin coming from both ends, Sudharsan took on Khary Pierre by flicking and driving him off his wrists for boundaries. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 518/5 decl. and 63/1 in 18 overs (B Sai Sudharsan 30 not out, KL Rahul 25 not out; Jomel Warrican 1-15) trail West Indies 248 and 390/10 in 118.5 overs (John Campbell 115, Shai Hope 103; Jasprit Bumrah 3-44, Kuldeep Yadav 3-104) by 58 runs. Article Source: IANS
Assam: Tea Tribes, Adivasi Communities Protest Demanding ST Status And Land Rights
Setting aside their organizational differences, five bodies the Assam Chah Mazdoor Sangha (ACMS), Assam Tea Tribes Students Association (ATTSA), All Adivasi Students Association of Assam (AASAA), 36 Janajati Parishad (Council of 36 tribes), and the Chah Jonogusthiyo Jatiya Mahasabha have launched this agitation together under a united front to press for their shared causes
Siraj collapses after long spell, receives 'king-like' treatment - See pic
Delhi's intense heat overwhelmed Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj, causing him to collapse from exhaustion during the second Test against the West Indies. After a demanding spell, he received immediate medical attention. Despite the challenging conditions and the West Indies' strong batting performance, India is poised for a series victory.
2nd Test: Siraj Gets Foot Message In Dugout After Punishing Spell In Delhi Heat
Arun Jaitley Stadium: The scorching Delhi heat proved too much for Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj, who dramatically collapsed from exhaustion during the second session on Day 4 of the second Test against the West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday. The alarming moment unfolded after Siraj completed a grueling six-over spell post-lunch, pushing his physical limits in the punishing afternoon sun. Looking visibly drained, Siraj staggered into the Indian dugout and soon slumped onto a chair, prompting immediate medical attention from the teams support staff. An ice pack was hastily placed on his head and face to lower his body temperature, while the team's physiotherapist massaged his feet in an attempt to relax his muscles. The intensity of the moment wasnt lost on those watching, though former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik lightened the mood by calling it king-like treatment on air. What we see right now is the fast bowlers being treated like kings after a hard spell. It's the same case everywhere, by the way. I just need to let viewers know that it's not just on the ground, off the field, but also in the com box. We've got to be careful when you do that with Bish (Ian Bishop, who was also present in the commentary box), though. The ice (needs to be placed) straight on the head to calm him down at times. For Bish and for Siraj, Karthik said. The incident highlighted the brutal playing conditions, as temperatures soared and Indias bowlers were made to toil. Earlier in the day, the West Indies resumed on 173/2 with overnight batters John Campbell and Shai Hope showing great resolve. Campbell converted his 87 into a maiden Test century, becoming the first West Indies opener to score a hundred since March 2023, while Hope followed suit with a ton of his own. The pair put on a commanding 177-run partnership before Jadeja broke the stand. The visiting side continued to stage a fightback with captain Roston Chase playing a knock of 40 runs before Justin Greaves completed his half-century to post a target of 121 in front of India to complete the series sweep. Earlier in the day, the West Indies resumed on 173/2 with overnight batters John Campbell and Shai Hope showing great resolve. Campbell converted his 87 into a maiden Test century, becoming the first West Indies opener to score a hundred since March 2023, while Hope followed suit with a ton of his own. The pair put on a commanding 177-run partnership before Jadeja broke the stand. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score West Indies had started Day 4 with a mountain to climb, having been forced to follow on after India declared their first innings at 518/5 and bowled them out for 248, securing a 270-run lead. But the visitors showed grit, and as their lead grew, so did the toll on Indias bowlersnone more visibly than on Siraj. Article Source: IANS
From Mumbai police sub-inspector to Bollywood icon, Raaj Kumar's journey was extraordinary. Discovered by a filmmaker, he transitioned to cinema, facing early struggles before a breakthrough in 'Paigam'. Known for his commanding presence and unique dialogue, he became a charismatic star. Despite a murder charge, from which he was acquitted, his legacy endures.
YSRCP leaders stage dharna demanding CBI inquiry into spurious liquor racket
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Kerala Catholic school shut for two days after row over student wearing hijab
KOCHI: St. Ritas Public School in Palluruthy, run by the Latin Catholic Church, has declared a two-day holiday following tensions over a students insistence on wearing a hijab, which the school does not permit. The CBSE-affiliated institution announced that it would remain closed on Monday and Tuesday after a meeting of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) decided to suspend classes to ease tensions. In a letter to parents dated October 12, Principal Sr. Heleena Alby said the school was declaring a holiday following the mental stress caused by the situation and as teachers and non-teaching staff have taken leave. The letter did not specify the nature of the dispute but referred to a student who came in attire not permitted by the school. According to sources, the disagreement arose after the students parents insisted that their daughter be allowed to wear a hijab. The principal, in her note, appealed for parents cooperation and reiterated the schools commitment to providing value-based education in accordance with the discipline and regulations of the institution. Speaking to a TV channel, Sr. Heleena said she had submitted a complaint to the Palluruthy police after the students father, along with about six others, created a scene on the school premises on Friday (October 10), demanding that the girl be allowed to wear the hijab. Their approach was provocative and threatening in nature, she said. The incident comes amid growing unease between Christian and Muslim communities in parts of central Kerala. In July last year, a similar issue at Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha, over demands for a prayer room had led to brief tension before religious leaders intervened. The latest flashpoint follows renewed strain after the Kerala High Court last week ruled that land in Munambam, claimed by the Waqf Board but occupied by around 600 families, mostly the Latin Catholic community, was not waqf land.
Read history, you won't go to Kumbh or Ayodhya: SP MLA's remarks on sanatan spark controversy
LUCKNOW: A Samajwadi party MLA and former state minister for transport, Ram Achal Rajbhar from Ambedkarnagar, UP, has kicked up a controversy as one of his video clips surfaced in which he is seen praises those who burnt the Ramayana. Rajbhar is shown urging people to read history, saying it will 'unlock the mind,' instead of visiting Kumbh or Ayodhya. He is also seen encouraging people to send their children to school so they can become IAS officers. In a 27-second video, the SP MLA who had been with the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) as the party's Uttar Pradesh unit chief, made 'objectionable' remarks about Sanatan Dharma and praises those who burnt the Ramayana. The poster in the background reads 'PDA Karyakra.' However, the time and location of the gathering are unconfirmed. BJP and right wing groups have strongly condemned the video, demanding Rajbhars resignation and expulsion from SP. Rajbhar is a six-time MLA from Akbarpur. In the video, the SP MLA is shown saying: There are many things to talk about, whether it's Saint Gadgil or Periyar Ramasamy Naicker, who was the first to burn the Ramayana in South India. Periyar Lalai Yadav wrote 'Sachi Ramayan' (True Ramayana). Oh, read the history of your saints, great personalities, and gurus, then your locked mind will get opened. Then you will not go to Kumbh, you will not go to Ayodhya, but you will send your children to school, to educational institutions, so that they become IAS officers. Calling Rajbhars statement an insult on Sanatan, BJP leaders including BJP District Vice President Dr Rajneesh Singh said: Rajbhar's statement is an attack on the faith of Hindu society. SP should immediately expel him from the party. However, no official statement has been issued by the SP on this controversy so far. However, in the wake of BJPs strong protest to his statement, the SP MLA backtracked saying: My statement has been misrepresented. I had talked about education and awareness in society, there was no intention to insult any religion or faith. Ram Achal Rajbhar has been in news earlier also when he faced corruption allegations for acquiring assets disproportionate to his income. In 2011, activist and lawyer Anand Dubey filed a Lokayukta complaint, claiming Rajbhar bought benami properties while serving as minister. The Lokayukta found the allegations prima facie correct and recommended a vigilance inquiry in 2013. The report stated Rajbhar acquired illegal assets worth around Rs 1,100 crore between 2007 and 2010 in Mayawati regime, but the case remains pending as the government did not grant permission for a chargesheet. Rajbhar joined the Samajwadi Party in November 2021, just ahead of 2022 UP assembly elections after getting expelled from the BSP in June, 2021 for allegedly indulging in anti-party activities.
The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi will host large-scale Diwali celebrations from October 1826, featuring daily pujas, cultural performances, and grand Annakut offerings. Open to all, the award-winning temple expects tens of thousands of visitors, with mandatory registration required. Its immersive programming and message of unity highlight its growing cultural and spiritual significance in the UAE.
Wanted criminal shot dead in police encounter in Uttar Pradesh
MEERUT: A wanted criminal was killed in an encounter with police here on Monday morning, a senior official said. The accused, Shahzad alias Nikki (35), a resident of Mohammadpur Sakist village here, had seven cases registered against him, including rape. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Meerut, Vipin Tada, told PTI that the encounter took place near the Sardhana-Binoli road in the Sarurpur police station area. Shahzad, who had been absconding for nine months and carried a Rs 25,000 reward on his head, was shot dead after firing at police during a routine check, the SSP said. A bullet struck a policemans bulletproof jacket before officers returned fire in self-defence, injuring Shahzad. He was rushed to the district hospital but died during treatment. The accused was wanted in connection with the recent rape of a five-year-old girl. He had previously been jailed for another sexual assault and had threatened the victims family on Saturday night, demanding they withdraw the case and even firing shots at their home. Police had been searching for him since the incident.
Bihar Formula indicates BJP keeps its post-poll option for top job open: Analysts
NEW DELHI: After several rounds of meetings with allies, the BJP finally managed to reach a consensus on seat-sharing for the high-stakes Bihar Assembly elections on Sunday. The BJP and JD(U)the two key senior partners of the NDAagreed to contest an equal number of seats, 101 each. Of the remaining 41 seats, 29 have been allocated to LJP (RV), and six each to HAM and RLM. What struck many after closely analysing the formula was that the BJP had made a very smart political move by agreeing to contest the same number of seats as the JD(U) with 101 each. Soon after the arrangement was announced by BJP Bihar in-charge Dharmendra Pradhan on his X handle, political analysts termed it a gateway to the next power move for the BJP, should the JD(U) once again win fewer seats but still insist on retaining the Chief Ministers post, as was the case in the 2020 Assembly elections. In 2020, the JD(U) contested 115 seats but managed to win only 43 emerging as a junior partner. Ironically, despite its reduced status in terms of seat count, the CM post remained with the JDU, under Nitish Kumar, largely due to the BJP lacking a leader of matching stature to take on the role. At that time, Nitish Kumar had offered the opportunity for the BJP to announce a Chief Ministerial candidate, but the BJP, playing a shrewd political card, waited for a better opportunity. That moment seems to have arrived this year in Assembly elections with both the JDU and BJP contesting an equal number of seats. Senior political observers said, BJP has opened a way to come into power through this formula. If JD(U) bags less number of seats than BJP, it may put a toss to change the CM. However, the BJP leaders denied it and saying it will fight under Nitish Kumar leadership. The LJP (RV) has emerged as an unavoidable ally for the NDA, ultimately securing 29 seats the third highest among the alliance partners despite initially demanding 45. For the BJP, which is focused on ensuring the stability and longevity of the Modi government at the Centre, there was little choice but to concede to the LJPs demands, albeit in a revised form: granting it 29 seats instead of 45.
Rural SP admits to cops misconduct in Perambra clash, sets off political storm
KOZHIKODE: Kozhikode Rural superintendent of police K E Baiju has acknowledged that some police personnel deliberately tried to create trouble during the Perambra protest, in which Vadakara MP Shafi Parambil was injured. Conceding that some officers were in the wrong, he confirmed that a probe is under way to identify those responsible for the assault on the Congress MP. He was speaking at an event organised by a charitable organisation in Vadakara on Sunday. We did not carry out a lathi charge. One can see a baton charge coming there will be a command, a whistle, and coordinated action. None of that took place. But, we later realised that some individuals within the force intentionally created disturbance. We are now using AI tools to identify them, Baiju said. The MP was struck from behind with a baton. Before making any public statement, I examined all available visuals and confirmed that there was no official lathi charge. That remains my position, he reiterated. The remarks have triggered a political uproar, as they contradict earlier police claims that no officer had acted improperly during the clash. Following the SPs admission, the Kozhikode District Congress Committee (DCC) filed a complaint with the DGP demanding disciplinary action against Perambra DySP Sunil Kumar, Vadakara DySP Hariprasad, and a civil police officer accused of striking Shafi. DCC president K Praveen Kumar warned that if the government fails to act, the party will escalate protests, including a blockade of the rural SPs official residence. The Congress also plans to move the Parliamentary Privileges Committee, alleging that police violated the rights of an elected representative. We will not allow this issue to fade away. If justice is denied, we will march to the homes of the officers involved, Praveen Kumar said. A medical bulletin issued by the private hospital treating the MP revealed fractures in both nasal bones, confirming serious blunt-force trauma. Shafi underwent emergency nasal surgery and remains in ICU observation. Doctors have advised at least five days of rest. Even an elected representative is not safe from police brutality, said Congress MLA T Siddique. This was a deliberate attack, not crowd control, he said. The CPM, however, struck back. District secretariat member S K Sajeesh claimed that UDF workers hurled explosive material at police, asserting that the first blast was not of a tear-gas shell but that of an explosive thrown by UDF protesters. Sajeesh alleged that the device injured several officers, adding the UDF wanted to target LDF workers, a plan that failed as no LDF supporters were present at the spot. The CPM is reportedly planning a public meeting in Perambra on Tuesday to defend its stance. With visuals circulating online showing police officers striking Shafi from behind, the CPM finds itself in a politically difficult position. Initially, the party echoed the SPs no-lathi-charge claim, but the video evidence has shifted public sentiment. KPCC president Sunny Joseph, reacting from Dubai, accused the police of carrying out a premeditated attack. The police deliberately assaulted Shafi because he is a headache for the CPM. This is an attempt to silence a strong opposition voice. Those responsible must be immediately suspended, he said. The police department has initiated an internal investigation to determine whether senior officers were misled or if rogue personnel acted independently. Meanwhile, the Congress continued its statewide protests. According to political analysts, Baijus open admission has shifted the narrative: The controversy is no longer limited to the clash itself but has become a question of police accountability and political ethics. Aftershock Following the SPs admission, Kozhikode DCC filed a complaint with DGP demanding disciplinary action against officers accused of striking Shafi DCC president K Praveen Kumar warned of escalating protests The CPM struck back saying that UDF workers hurled explosive material at police first. The party is planning to hold a public meet to defend its stance
SC to deliver verdict on independent probe into Karur stampede
New Delhi: The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on Monday on petitions demanding a CBI probe into the Karur stampede during actor and TVK founder Vijays political rally in Tamil Nadu, a tragic incident that claimed 41 lives and injured over 100 others. As per the causelist published on the website of the apex 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 .
YSRCP to stage state-wide protest against spurious liquor menace today
The YSR Congress Party is launching a statewide agitation against spurious liquor in Andhra Pradesh, alleging corruption and the involvement of ruling TDP leaders. The party will hold protest demonstrations on October 13, demanding a probe into wine shops, CBI inquiry, and compensation for victims. They also seek government control over liquor sales and reduced working hours.
Army commander reviews operational preparedness in Rajouri
Jammu, Oct 12 : Armys northern commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma has reviewed the operational preparedness of the troops deployed in Rajouri district, officials said on Sunday. The General Officer Commanding-in-chief, northern command, visited the forward areas of the border district on Saturday, the officials said. Lt Gen Sharma reviewed the operational preparedness [] The post Army commander reviews operational preparedness in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .
Dogra Sabha Ward No. 48 Constitutes New Mandir Committee
NL Correspondent Jammu Tawi, Oct 12: In a significant step to strengthen community participation and promote collective responsibility in managing local religious institutions, the Dogra Sabha Committee of Gorkha Nagar, Ward No. 48, Bahu Fort, Jammu, has constituted a new Mandir Committee under the leadership of Kulbir Singh. The newly formed committee will oversee the [] The post Dogra Sabha Ward No. 48 Constitutes New Mandir Committee appeared first on Northlines .
Dalit IPS officer's suicide: Mahapanchayat gives Haryana govt 48-hour ultimatum to remove DGP
CHANDIGARH: The Mahapanchayat held by a 31-member committee to ensure acceptance of the demands of the family of late IPS officer Y Puran Kumar has given a 48-hour ultimatum to the Haryana Government to remove state DGP Shatrujeet Kapur from his post. Kapur is one of the police officers against whom Kumar's wife, senior IAS officer Amneet P Kumar, has sought action for allegedly abetting his suicide. The decision was taken by the committee at a mahapanchayat held at Guru Ravidas Bhavan in Sector 20 here on Sunday. The Haryana DGP and the former Rohtak SP should be arrested in the matter. The Haryana government should remove the DGP from his post. We have given 48 hours after which we will decide the next course of action, a spokesperson of the committee said after the mahapanchayat. A message was read on behalf of the IPS officer's family, appealing for support in their fight for justice. Gurmail Singh, a member of the committee, said the demand for a judicial probe into the matter was also raised during the mahapanchayat. Karamvir, another member of the committee, said, The family and the Dalit community are apprehensive that if the last rites of the deceased officer are conducted, then the government may not act against the accused. If justice is not given to the family, then we will decide the next course of action. He added, We want to know what the Special Investigation Team, which has been constituted by Chandigarh police, has so far done in this case. He further said that an association of Safai Karamcharis in Chandigarh has extended support to the family. Even after six days since Kumar's suicide, his post-mortem examination has not been conducted yet, as the family has refused consent until their demands are met. The Chandigarh Police has invoked Section 3(2)(v) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act in the case, marking the first major step in the ongoing probe. The move followed a complaint by the deceaseds wife to the SSP on Friday morning, demanding the inclusion of stringent provisions of the SC/ST Act in the case to ensure accountability. Senior Congress leader and former Haryana minister Capt Ajay Singh Yadav demanded a high court-monitored inquiry into Kumar's suicide. He also called for full acceptance of the demands made by the officers family and strict action to curb rising atrocities against the Dalit community. The suicide of a senior Dalit IPS officer has exposed serious cracks in the states administrative framework. If the government fails to deliver justice in such a high-profile case, it sets a dangerous precedent for ordinary citizens and honest officers, said Yadav. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Kumar's wife, extending support in her fight for justice as he said the Haryana officer ended his life attling social prejudices and disparities. In his letter to Amneet, Kharge also said, It is shameful that we have failed to empower those entrusted by the Constitution with the responsibility of alleviating the suffering, distress, and pain of the people. Punjab Congress announced that it will be holding candle marches demanding the immediate removal and arrest of Kapur. Former Punjab chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi and Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring said that Kumar was the victim of the BJPs deliberate policy of targeting the Dalits, backwards, farmers, and minorities. On the other hand Haryana Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Krishan Kumar Bedi expressed hope that the family of the deceased officer will give consent for his autopsy and then do his cremation. Talking to the media after the state cabinet meeting, Bedi said, The family of the deceased officer has been given assurance that the whole government stands with them and no injustice will be allowed. The family will not face any problem. The SP of Rohtak has been transferred at the instance of the family. He has not been given any posting. Discussions with the family are going on.
Durgapur gang rape: Female boarders shouldn`t venture out late at night, says CM
Amid outrage over the alleged gang rape of a medical student in Durgapur, BJP, Congress, and CPI(M) held protests across West Bengal demanding justice. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees remarks urging female students to avoid going out at night sparked further backlash over womens safety in the state
Madagascar's new armed-forces chief chosen by mutinied unit
Madagascar's armed forces minister on Sunday recognised as new head of the army an officer chosen by a military contingent siding with protesters who are demanding the departure of President Andry Rajoelina. General Demosthene Pikulas was installed as Chief of the Army Staff during a ceremony at the army headquarters attended by armed forces minister, Manantsoa Deramasinjaka Rakotoarivelo.
Diljit Dosanjh supports Deepika Padukone in 8-hour shift row? Here's the truth
Deepika Padukone has been making headlines after her sudden exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Spirit' and Nag Ashwin's 'Kalki 2,' over her 8-hour work shift, among other demands. Amid this, several celebrities are weighing in on her demands that have sparked debate on working culture in the film industry. Most recently, Diljit Dosanjh has seemingly extended his support to Deepika, who said it doesn't bother her if people call her pushy over what she is demanding.
Air France suspends flights to crisis-hit Madagascar
Air France has halted flights to Madagascar. This decision comes amid a possible military revolt in the capital, Antananarivo. An army unit has mutinied and declared control of military forces. Protesters are demanding the removal of President Andry Rajoelina. The airline will reassess the situation daily for flight resumption. Air Austral has also suspended some services.
Congress upset with P. Chidambarams remarks on Operation Blue Star: Sources
Senior Congress leader and former Home Minister P. Chidambaram has stirred controversy with his recent remarks on Operation Blue Star, prompting strong disapproval from the partys top leadership, sources said on Sunday. While speaking at the Khushwant Singh Literary Festival in Kasauli on Saturday, Chidambaram called the 1984 military operation inside the Golden Temple a mistake, saying it was the wrong way to deal with militants. He added that then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi paid with her life for the decision, though he emphasized that the operation was a collective failure involving the Army, Intelligence, Police, and Civil Defence. Party insiders say the Congress leadership is very upset with Chidambaram, adding that senior leaders should avoid public statements that embarrass the party. This cannot become a habit, a source said, pointing to similar remarks made by Chidambaram in the past that have reportedly caused discomfort within the party. The rank and file are agitated. Leaders who have gained everything from the Congress must show restraint, the source added. The BJP was quick to pounce on Chidambarams comments, calling Operation Blue Star a political misadventure rather than a national necessity. The ruling party also challenged Congress to clarify its stand and questioned whether it would act against Chidambaram for speaking the truth and exposing their false narrative. This isnt the first time Chidambarams comments have triggered political ripples. Earlier, he said that he personally supported military retaliation against Pakistan following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, but said the UPA government opted for diplomatic restraint under pressure from international powers, including the US. Chidambaram said then-US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice had urged India not to retaliate, a claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi referenced during a recent event in Navi Mumbai, accusing Congress of bowing to foreign pressure and demanding a party clarification. Operation Blue Star, carried out between June 1 and 10, 1984, aimed to flush out militants led by Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale from the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The operation deeply scarred the Sikh community and led to Indira Gandhis assassination by her Sikh bodyguards on October 31, 1984. (With inputs from PTI) 'Not sure if INDIA alliance intact, future not so bright': Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram
Indirapuram residents raise alarm over persistent garbage issues
Indirapuram residents, particularly in Vaibhav Khand, are frustrated by years of persistent garbage problems and littered roads, especially Kala Pathar Road. Despite numerous complaints to GDA and GMC, residents report insufficient responses and are demanding a permanent solution to address health hazards and the impact on over 10,000 residents.
2nd Test: Siraj, Sundar Strike As India Reduce WI To 35/2 After Enforcing Follow-on
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Mohammed Siraj and Washington Sundar took a scalp each as India continued to be dominant in the second and final Test by reducing the West Indies to 35/2 in 14.3 overs of their second innings at tea on day three at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. After enforcing the follow-on on the visitors with a commanding 270-run lead, thanks to Kuldeep Yadavs 5-82 bowling them out for 248 in the first innings, India continuing to get more breakthroughs has meant that they are still leading by 235 runs and will be searching for more scalps in the final session to wrap up a 2-0 series victory. With the follow on enforced, John Campbell began West Indies second essay with two boundaries off Ravindra Jadeja, before Siraj drew first blood with a well-directed cross-seam short ball that cramped Tagenarine Chanderpaul for room on a pull, and skipper Shubman Gill ran from mid-wicket to mid-on to complete a stunning catch. Though Campbell continued to get boundaries off Jadeja, Sundar produced a moment of magic by deceiving Alick Athanaze with a rip-roaring off-break which drifted in and went past the outside edge to hit the off-stump at the stroke of tea, as West Indies struggle to stitch meaningful partnerships came back to haunt them again. Previously, Kuldeep, in supreme control with his guile, variations and drift, turned the tide for India in the morning session with a decisive burst removing Shai Hope, Tevin Imlach and Justin Graves in quick succession. A late ninth-wicket stand worth 46 runs between Khary Pierre and Anderson Phillip offered brief resistance, but Jasprit Bumrah struck immediately after lunch with a peach to send the formers off-stump on a cartwheel ride. The final wicket partnership of 27 runs tested Indias patience, with Phillip defending stoutly and Jayden Seales counter-attacking against Kuldeep. Previously, Kuldeep, in supreme control with his guile, variations and drift, turned the tide for India in the morning session with a decisive burst removing Shai Hope, Tevin Imlach and Justin Graves in quick succession. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 518/5 in 134.2 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 175; Jomel Warrican 3-98) lead West Indies 248 in 81.5 overs (Alick Athanaze 41, Shai Hope 36; Kuldeep Yadav 5-82, Ravindra Jadeja 3-46) and 35/2 in 14.3 overs (John Campbell 18 not out, Tagenarine Chanderpaul 10; Washington Sundar 1-2, Mohammed Siraj 1-10) by 235 runs Article Source: IANS
Mrunal Thakur channels warrior royalty at LFW
Pankaj & Nidhi's 'Araquis' collection at Lakm Fashion Week x FDCI presented a futuristic empire of strength and sensuality. Actor Mrunal Thakur closed the show in a striking golden bodice and sleek skirt, embodying the collection's warrior sovereign theme with commanding grace and fearless femininity.
Kuldeep Yadav clinches stunning five-for, becomes fastest in world to...
Kuldeep Yadav's exceptional 5-wicket haul, his fifth in Tests, propelled India to a commanding position against West Indies. With a significant lead, India enforced the follow-on, leaving the visitors with a daunting task to extend the match. Kuldeep's spell, also saw him become the owner of the joint-most five-wicket hauls in cricket for a left arm wrist spinner.
2nd Test: Kuldeep Takes 5-fer As India Bowl Out WI For 248, Enforce Follow-on
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav led a clinical bowling performance to pick 5-82, his fifth five-wicket haul in the format, as India bowled out the West Indies for 248 in 81.5 overs on Day 3 of the second and final Test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. With a commanding first-innings lead of 270 runs on a pitch which didnt offer much turn and bounce, India have enforced the follow-on, leaving the West Indies with 49 overs to survive in the day and an uphill mountain to climb for pushing the match into day four. Kuldeep, in supreme control with his guile, variations and drift, turned the tide for India in the morning session with a decisive burst, removing Shai Hope, Tevin Imlach and Justin Graves in quick succession. A late ninth-wicket stand worth 46 runs between Khary Pierre and Anderson Phillip offered brief resistance, but Jasprit Bumrah struck immediately after lunch with a peach to clean up the former. The final wicket partnership of 27 runs tested Indias patience, with Phillip defending stoutly and Jayden Seales counter-attacking against Kuldeep. Seales eventually fell lbw to a well-disguised googly from Kuldeep, giving him his fifth wicket in a spell of 26.5 overs and sealing Indias big lead as well as their decision to enforce the follow-on. The day began with overnight batters Shai Hope and Tevin Imlach looking comfortable for about 30 minutes against Kuldeep and Jasprit Bumrah, before the former's stunning show with the ball began. Bowling from the North End, Kuldeep got a bit of drift on a flighted delivery and beat Hopes forward defence to rattle the off-stump. In his next over, Kuldeep ended Imlachs resistance when he got one to turn in a lot and trap the wicketkeeper-batter plumb lbw. Though Justin Greaves kept the scoreboard ticking with two boundaries, he was eventually dismissed in a bid to reverse-sweep off Kuldeep, who got sharp drift and turn on a peach of a leg-break to trap him lbw. Siraj became the first pacer to pick a wicket in the match when Jomel Warrican reached for a full ball outside off-stump, but chopped onto his stumps. At 175/8, a swift end to the West Indies innings was in sight, till Pierre and Phillip put up a solid resistance. With the ball getting softer, the duo applied themselves to defend solidly and used their feet well to get the odd boundary for 15.3 overs before lunch was called. One would wonder if the resistance shown by Pierre and Philip will have any effect on whether India would take the follow-on option or not if the chance comes in the second session. Seales had some fun being astute in his defence and getting boundaries with a mix of luck and rollicking shots. Shortly after the new ball was taken, Kuldeep beat the inside edge of Seales and trapped him lbw to give him his five-for. With the ball getting softer, the duo applied themselves to defend solidly and used their feet well to get the odd boundary for 15.3 overs before lunch was called. One would wonder if the resistance shown by Pierre and Philip will have any effect on whether India would take the follow-on option or not if the chance comes in the second session. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 518/5 in 134.2 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 175; Jomel Warrican 3-98) lead West Indies 248 in 81.5 overs (Alick Athanaze 41, Shai Hope 36; Kuldeep Yadav 5-82, Ravindra Jadeja 3-46) by 270 runs Article Source: IANS
India Tightens Grip Over West Indies as Kuldeep Yadav Strikes Four on Day 3
New Delhi, October 12 (DailyKiran) India maintained a commanding position over West Indies on the third day of the ongoing second Test match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, with the visitors struggling under pressure. By the end of the first session on Day 3, the West Indies were 217 for 8 in 72 overs, ... Read more India Tightens Grip Over West Indies as Kuldeep Yadav Strikes Four on Day 3
'Ground Boeing 787 aircraft for electrical checks': Federation of Indian Pilots
The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) is demanding the grounding of all Air India Boeing 787 aircraft due to recurring electrical system failures and maintenance concerns. Citing recent incidents, FIP President Captain CS Randhawa called for a judicial probe into a past crash and a comprehensive inspection of the fleet's electrical systems.
Factory owner, five others held for tying, beating 26-year-old man to death
CHENNAI: The Red Hills police on Friday arrested six persons, including the owner of a private plastic chair manufacturing unit, for allegedly tying a 26-year-old ragpicker to a pole and beating him to death for allegedly attempting to steal scrap material from the factory premises late on Thursday night. Police said the victim, identified as Manimaran (26) of Nallur panchayat, had been living alone after separating from his wife. About ten days ago, he was allegedly caught stealing from the factory but was released with a warning. On Thursday night, when he was caught again, the workers allegedly tied him to a pole outside the unit and assaulted him with iron rods, leading to his death, police said. The accused reportedly dumped his body in a nearby canal, they added. The body was found on Friday morning, following which Manimarans relatives and locals staged a protest outside the factory demanding immediate arrest of the culprits. Police pacified the crowd and promised strict action. Following an investigation, police arrested factory owner Khaleel Ul Rahman, his son Syed Farook, and four others on charges of murder. All six were produced before court and remanded in judicial custody.
Messi brace, assist fire Miami to thumping win over Atlanta in MLS
Lionel Messi netted a brace, propelling Inter Miami to a commanding 4-0 victory over Atlanta United and seizing the MLS scoring lead. His two goals, his 25th and 26th of the season, put him ahead in the Golden Boot race. The win keeps Miami in contention for a top playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
Shubman Gill scales new peaks as India captain
Shubman Gill emulated Virat Kohli by scoring his fifth century as captain in a calendar year, leading India to a commanding 518/5 declared. Despite a run-out controversy involving Yashasvi Jaiswal, Gill's elegant 129 and contributions from lower-order batsmen set a strong foundation. The West Indies showed brief defiance but were reduced to 140/4 by Jadeja and Kuldeep.
Protest marches by BJP, CPM turn violent in Ettumanoor
KOTTAYAM/ THIRUVANTHAPURAM: A protest march by the BJP in the Sabarimala gold-plating row and a counter-protest by the CPM, led to violent clashes and street-fight between the two, leaving at least ten people including a police officer injured in Ettumanoor on Saturday. With the issue escalating, the BJP decided to launch a state-wide campaign targeting the Left government, alleging a deliberate move to silence devotees. The streets of Ettumanoor turned into a political battleground after two protest marches by the BJP and CPM activists triggered massive violence. The BJP march to Devaswom Minister V N Vasavans office, demanding his resignation over the alleged misappropriation of gold at Sabarimala temple began at 11am. As the activists attempted to dismantle police barricades, the police deployed water cannons to disperse the crowd, heightening tensions. Later, CPM activists launched a counter-march, accusing BJP supporters of vandalising their flags and poles during the earlier protest. The standoff quickly spiralled into street clashes, with both sides exchanging blows and slogans in the heart of the town. Police erected barricades at the central junction to prevent protesters from advancing.The confrontation created panic among residents and disrupted normal life in the town. BJP Kottayam Mandalam president V P Mukesh and BJP Kottayam West district president Lijin Lal alleged that CPM activists targeted women and children waiting for transport after the BJP march. In contrast, CPM Ettumanoor area secretary Babu George defended his party, claiming the violence broke out only after BJP activists attempted to disrupt their peaceful demonstration against earlier attacks on CPM properties. The incident drew a sharp reaction from the BJPs top brass. Party president Rajeev Chandrasekhar condemned the violence on social media, sharing live visuals from the scene. After looting the entire state, the CPM is now trying to plunder even temples. If they attempt to confront those raising their voice against such temple loot on the streets, the BJP will not stand idle, he said. Chandrasekhar alleged that DYFIs intervention to block the BJP march to the ministers office clearly indicated that V N Vasavan had something to hide. He asserted that the CPMs attempts to stifle democratic dissent would be resisted and defeated at any cost. BJP leader V Muraleedharan also slammed the government, accusing Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his associates of lacking courage to face public protests. No one should think they can silence devotees queries on the Sabarimala gold scandal by deploying DYFI goons, he said. Party sources said what began as a local protest evolved into a full-fledged campaign, injuring around ten people, including a police officer. The party has reportedly reached out to key community organisations like the SNDP and NSS to expand its reach and intensify pressure on the Left government. According to BJP insiders, the Ettumanoor violence has become a turning point-energising partys cadres to take on the CPM both politically and on the streets. As Chandrasekhar noted in his social media post, Maintaining law and order is not the BJPs sole responsibility. Even when we had only a handful of supporters in Kerala, we never feared the Communist partys violence.
How much do cricket commentators earn? Staggering numbers revealed
Cricket commentators' earnings vary significantly, with freshers earning around Rs 35,000-40,000 daily, potentially reaching Rs 2-2.5 lakh monthly. Top-tier commentators, however, can command Rs 6-10 lakh per day, leading to annual incomes of Rs 10-12 crore. These lucrative figures reflect the profession's evolution into a competitive field demanding expertise and entertainment.
Jammus Soldier-Poet And the 10th Kunwar Viyogi Utsav
Nidhi Soni nidhisoni9@gmail.com When the Indian Air Force salutes the skies every October 8, Jammu salutes one of its finest sons Group Captain Randhir Singh, known to the literary world as Kunwar Viyogi. A man who not only defended Bharats frontiers but also enriched its soul through the power of poetry. Commissioned in 1964, he served with distinction through the Indo-Pak wars of 1965 and 1971, commanding frontline units with clarity of thought and composure under fire. Honoured with [] The post Jammus Soldier-Poet And the 10th Kunwar Viyogi Utsav appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shubman Gill showcased remarkable mental fortitude after Yashasvi Jaiswal's dismissal, focusing on his own game and scoring a composed 129. India declared at 518/5, with Gill's captaincy also evolving intuitively, leading to a strong position against West Indies.
MWD Faces Heat Amid Bypoll Graveyard Row
Scores of activists are now up in arms demanding for transfer of secretary B. Shafiullah from the department and the repatriation of Md Safiullah, the new director for Urdu Academy, back to TG Genco. The latter brushed aside the allegations of corruption in the Waqf Board.
Womens World Cup: Sciver-Brunt, Ecclestone Shine In Englands 89-run Win Over Sri Lanka
Captain Nat Sciver: England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt's magnificent century and two-wicket haul, aided by Sophie Ecclestones 4-17, guided the former champions to a commanding 89-run win over Sri Lanka in the Womens World Cup clash at R. Premadasa Stadium here on Saturday. This was Englands third win on the trot in the tournament, which kept their unbeaten record intact and consolidated their spot at the top of the standings. Chasing 254, openers Hasini Perera and captain Chamari Athapaththu started things slowly for the side before an unfortunate incident (she pulled her hamstring while stretching after taking a run and had to be stretchered out) forced the former to retire hurt on 7 in the sixth over before coming out to bat again later. However, Vishmi Gunaratne replaced the Sri Lankan skipper in the middle before Charlie Dean removed her for 10, giving England their first breakthrough in the final over of the powerplay. Despite losing a wicket, Sri Lanka were 37/1 after 10 overs, giving a tough fight to Englands target. However, things turned drastically as Sri Lanka lost the plot in the middle overs and were reduced to 116/5 after 28 overs, with only Hasini Perera and Harshitha Samarawickrama making noticeable contributions of 35 and 33, respectively, as Ecclestone wreaked havoc on the Lankan batting order. Sri Lanka were never able to recover from the collapse and were bowled out for 164 in 45.4 overs as Nilakshika Silvas 23 was the third-highest total from the losing side. For England, Ecclestone returned with the figures of 4-17 in her 10 overs while Sciver-Brunt and Charlie Dean bagged two wickets apiece. Earlier, a record-breaking century from Nat Sciver-Brunt powered England to a total of 253. Sciver-Brunts brilliant knock not only anchored Englands innings but also saw her become the player with the most centuries in Womens ODI World Cups, surpassing legends Janette Brittin, Charlotte Edwards, and Suzie Bates with her fifth hundred in the tournaments history. Englands innings, however, was far from smooth. Openers Amy Jones and Tammy Beaumont were dismissed inside the first 10 overs, leaving the side struggling early despite reaching 50 runs in the powerplay. Former and current skippers Heather Knight and Sciver-Brunt then stabilised the innings with a 60-run partnership, steering England out of trouble. The hosts, however, continued to keep the pressure on by taking wickets at regular intervals. Englands middle order, which had shown vulnerability against Bangladesh in their previous outing, once again faltered. Inoka Ranaweera led the Sri Lankan attack superbly, claiming 3 for 33 in her 10 overs, dismissing Knight, Emma Lamb, and Alice Capsey, and maintaining a brilliant economy of 3.30. Ranaweera received strong support from Sugandika Kumari, Kavisha Dilhari, and Udeshika Prabodhani, who chipped in with key wickets. Earlier at the toss, Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu had stated that restricting England to 200240 would be a success - a target her bowlers nearly achieved. Despite the collapse around her, Sciver-Brunt held firm at one end, keeping the scoreboard moving and ensuring England finished on a competitive note. She was finally dismissed off the penultimate delivery of the innings, attempting a six off Prabodhanis yorker. Her century - the 10th of her ODI career - ensured England ended their innings on a high, setting Sri Lanka a challenging chase while etching her name in the record books. Despite the collapse around her, Sciver-Brunt held firm at one end, keeping the scoreboard moving and ensuring England finished on a competitive note. She was finally dismissed off the penultimate delivery of the innings, attempting a six off Prabodhanis yorker. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score England 253/9 in 50 overs (Nat Sciver-Brunt 117, Tammy Beaumont 32; Inoka Ranaweera 3-33, Udeshika Prabodhani 2-55) beat Sri Lanka 164 all out in 45.4 overs (Hasini Perera 35, Harshitha Samarawickrama 33; Sophie Ecclestone 4-17, Nat Sciver-Brunt 2-25) by 89 runs. Article Source: IANS
Congress demands CBI probe into deaths of kids under 10 across Madhya Pradesh over last year
BHOPAL: While the special investigation team (SIT) of Madhya Pradesh Police probes the recent deaths of at least 23 kids due to cough syrup poisoning-induced acute kidney failure in Chhindwara and adjoining districts, the opposition Congress has demanded a separate SIT probe to probe deaths of kids aged below ten years across the state. Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari demanded the formation of a separate SIT for probing deaths of children aged below ten years, across MP, particularly in Chhindwara and neighbourhood over the last three months. He claimed that while more than 500 kids took ill, over 150 of them died in southern MP districts, including Chhindwara, Betul, Pandhurna, Seoni and adjoining districts over the last three months. Patwari, who is himself a former MP minister, further demanded a CBI probe into the deaths of kids below 10 years across MP over the last one year. This syrup (Coldrif) is sold not just in MP, but in many other states, so a CBI probe is required to establish why the death happened in MP only. That can only become clear, if the probe covers deaths of children aged below ten years in the last one year across the state. Questioning the arrest of Dr Pravin Soni (government doctor who prescribed the Coldrif cough syrup to most kids, who died later) in the case, the state Congress chief said, A doctor only prescribes the medicines, he doesnt manufacture and check the efficacy of the medicines. Though the owner of the pharma unit which manufactured the cough syrup, has already been arrested from Chennai, similar action needs to be taken against MPs then drug controller. Merely his removal from post wont suffice, he should be booked in the same case of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and be arrested subsequently, Patwari demanded on Saturday. While announcing that the Congress workers will observe day long fast at all children's hospitals across the state demanding for justice for families who lost their kids in Chhindwara and neighbouring districts, Patwari further demanded the resignation of states health minister Rajendra Shukla (also the deputy CM) in the matter. If the health minister doesnt resign taking moral responsibility for the carelessness which caused the deaths of kids, then the CM should show the courage to sack him. He also demanded action against the states principal secretary (health) Sandeep Yadav and questioned as to who is Sonu Rana, who wields immense clout. There is one Sonu Rana, who wields immense clout in the states health department. Who is he, a social activist, a government employee or anyone else? His call records should be probed, Patwari said, while showing a picture and alleging that Rana was present at the meeting between states health minister and a Japanese delegation some time back.
CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini assured that a thorough inquiry will be launched into the alleged suicide of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar. Meanwhile, Congress and Aam Aadmi Party leaders accused the BJP-led Haryana government for failing to bring justice to the family of at his wife senior IAS officer Amneet P Kumar's official residence in Chandigarh. Political leaders, including Punjab CM Mann, offered condolences to the family. Congress MPs Deepinder Hooda, Randeep Singh Surjewala, Kumari Shelja and former Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi on Saturday met the family members of the deceased officer and assured full support to them. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and party leader Rahul Gandhi have also condemned Kumars suicide and the circumstances that drove him to take the drastic step. 'Forced suicide' of Dalit IPS officer in Haryana result of BJP's 'Manuwadi' system: Mallikarjun Kharge Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi wrote a letter to senior IAS officer Amneet wife of deceased IPS officer Kumar, expressing deep sorrow and solidarity. The news of the tragic death of your husband and senior IPS officer, Mr Y Puran Kumar, is both shocking and deeply saddening. My heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family in this time of immense difficulty, she wrote. She added, The passing of Y Puran Kumar is a reminder to us that even today, the prejudiced and biased attitude of those in power deprives even the most senior officials of social justice. I and millions of people of the country stand with you on this path to justice. Meanwhile, Member of Parliament from Sirsa and former Union Minister Kumari Selja who met the bereaved family said that the BJP government of Haryana must answer in the case of Kumars suicide. Why did this happen? Why were his repeated warnings ignored? she asked. Shelja said that this was not an isolated incident. The officers named in his letter were the same ones he had been raising concerns about repeatedly in the past. Unfortunately, neither the government nor the system paid attention to his pain and instead, he was continually harassed and subjected to action. Imagine a senior officer who served with utmost honesty being mentally broken to such an extent that he felt he had no way out. This is not just the tragedy of one person, it is a stark example of the entire systems insensitivity. Deepender Hooda said that he paid tribute to the family of Kumar on his untimely demise and expressed condolences to the bereaved family. We stand with the aggrieved family in their fight for justice, he added. Dalit IPS officer's death: Chandigarh Police moves body to PGIMER for autopsy without family's consent Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also met the family and after the meeting, Mann expressed solidarity with the grieving family and demanded a fair and transparent investigation into the officers death. The family is demanding justice. I request the Chief Minister of Haryana and the Central Government to stand with this family. You cannot disregard the law to protect one person. no one is above the law. Justice should be given. Mann further said that he has also met the Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria who is also the Chandigarh Administrator and requested him to intervene in the case. He should sit with the officers and the family together and talk. I will also speak to the Haryana Chief Minister. It is now clear that a community is being deliberately targeted as part of a conspiracy, he said. He added that the late officer and others from his community did not come through any recommendations but cleared the UPSC exams on merit. Senior AAP leader and Punjab-in-charge Manish Sisodia met the family before CM Mann met them. Leader of the Opposition in Punjab and senior Congress leader, Partap Singh Bajwa said that the incident has once again laid bare the ugly face of caste discrimination within the very institutions meant to uphold justice and equality. He demanded that those responsible for driving the senior police officer to take such an extreme step must be identified and punished in accordance with the law. This is not merely a personal tragedy it is a systemic failure. If a senior IPS officer can be pushed to this point, imagine the daily struggles of those who have no voice or platform. The guilty must be held accountable, no matter how high their position, he said. Meanwhile, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini assured the family of a thorough inquiry into his alleged suicide and strict action against the accused. He was speaking at the BJP state executive meeting in Panchkula, where members paid tribute to the late officer by observing a two-minute silence. This is an unfortunate incident. The family has demanded justice. We have assured them that there will be a thorough inquiry. Action will be taken against the accused. There should not be politics on such sensitive issues. No matter how influential the culprit, they wont be spared. Our government will work to deliver justice, he said. Saini shared that he was in constant touch with the central government for a solution to the matter.
Team Thackeray Protests Over Farmers' Distress, Demands Loan Waiver
Former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray and his party- the Shiv Sena (UBT)- launched a protest on Friday demanding immediate relief for farmers, including a complete loan waiver and compensation of Rs 50,000 per hectare.
Telangana tribal farmer assault case: NHRC writes to Nalagonda SP to remove SI
Hyderabad: The National Human Rights Commission on Friday, October 10, shot a letter to the Nalgonda Superintendent of Police demanding the immediate removal of a Vadapally sub inspector for allegedly assaulting a tribal farmer during a urea protest in Nalgonda district, Telangana. On September 9, Sai Siddu, a resident of Kotha Peta Thanda village, was 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 .
Jammu Kashmir: Man Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances
SRINAGAR: A man was found dead under mysterious circumstances near Vishal Mega Mart in Poonch on Saturday afternoon. An official said that the deceased has been identified as Munir Hussain, son of Mohammad Hussain, a resident of Loran, Tehsil Mandi, District Poonch. The body was spotted this afternoon, following which police were informed and reached []
Bira 91 chief seeks fresh funding amid employees demanding change
In a LinkedIn post Ankur Jain said the brewer is close to securing new capital as staff press for overdue salaries and leadership change.
2nd Test: Jadeja, Kuldeep Reduce WI To 140/4 After Gills Unbeaten 129 Propels India To 518/5 (Ld)
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav took four wickets collectively as India strengthened their position in the second Test by reducing West Indies to 140/4 in 43 overs, trailing by 378 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Shai Hope remained unbeaten on 31 to offer some resistance for the visitors after Jadeja (3-37) and Kuldeep (1-45) struck in tandem to trigger a collapse of the visitors from 87/1 to 107/4. While West Indies showed more grit than they did in Ahmedabad, their innings was punctuated by lapses in concentration - errors that have repeatedly cost them in this series. Indias dominance in front of 15,700 spectators on day two was established by declaring a commanding first-innings total of 518/5. It was led by Shubman Gills unbeaten 129 his tenth century in the format and fifth as the Indian captain, featuring 16 fours and two sixes, while Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a majestic 175. As the pitch begins to show signs of wear and tear, the hosts will aim to press home their advantage on day three. The day began with a heartbreak for India as Jaiswals attempt at a third Test double hundred was cut short by a strange run-out in the second over. After driving a full ball to mid-off, Jaiswal set off for a quick single, but Gill had already called no. By then, Tagenarine Chanderpaul threw in a direct hit to the keepers end, and although Jaiswal desperately turned back after being more than halfway down the pitch, keeper Tevin Imlach quickly disturbed the stumps. Nitish Kumar Reddy, promoted to number five with the aim of getting some game time by the Indian team management, survived a close lbw appeal on the second ball he faced from Jayden Seales, before square driving him for four. Reddy had some luck again when he went hard on a drive and went just past second slip for four, even as Gill found boundaries easily through flicks, drives, and slashes, before reaching his fifty with a superbly timed flick through mid-wicket for four off Seales. Luck was once again on Reddys side when, on 20, Anderson Philip dropped his catch at mid-off off Jomel Warricans bowling. Reddy then launched Warrican for two sixes and a four, even as a calm Gill received huge cheers from a lively weekend crowd by leaning into a half-volley from Greaves and driving through wide of mid-off for four, before thrashing him through the gap at extra cover for another boundary. But Reddy fell seven runs short of his fifty when he attempted to clear Warrican with a slog sweep, but he holed out to long-on. With West Indies bowling being unthreatening, Gill swept Pierre for four, before Dhruv Jurel brought out his solid leg-side shots to secure quick boundaries. Gill then effortlessly drove Chase for four, before reaching his fifth Test century as Indias captain in 177 balls with a fine cut through cover for three runs, earning warm applause from the eager crowd. After that, Gill shifted gears by smashing Chase for six, then sweeping and cutting to find his boundaries, even as Jurel was given a reprieve at 39. Jurel, who impressed with his ability to select lengths quickly, went for a pull shot on an overpitched ball from Chase but was bowled for six runs short of his fifty. As he walked off, Gill arrived too, as India declared in the middle of the second session and invited West Indies to bat out the remaining 43 overs of the day. West Indies displayed early composure as John Campbell and Tagenarine Chanderpaul carefully negotiated Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Sirajs initial swing and low bounce under the afternoon sun. Campbell looked promising, collecting two boundaries off Siraj and Jadeja with a leaning drive and a deft paddle sweep respectively. However, he was dismissed in a freak manner for eight runs, courtesy of a sharp take by B Sai Sudharsan at forward short leg - the ball coming off a sweep hit Sudharsan's helmet and ensured it didnt pop out of his hands. Both Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze appeared confident in defence, moving confidently either forward or backwards, and did not seem flustered even when four consecutive maidens were delivered. Athanaze enjoyed facing Kuldeep Yadavs bowling, as he cut, lofted, swept, and reverse-swept him for a six and three fours. The wrist-spinner almost trapped Chanderpaul lbw, but an inside edge saved him. With Chanderpaul hitting convincing boundaries off Ravindra Jadeja and Athanaze playing sweep and lap shots off Washington Sundar, the West Indies managed to secure their first fifty-run stand of the series. But Jadeja ended the 66-run partnership by forcing Chanderpaul to edge to a juggling first slip. Athanaze was the next to go, as he dragged a slower ball from Kuldeep to mid-wicket and fell for 41. Skipper Roston Chase was also dismissed trying to flick a length ball to the leg side, but offering a simple return catch to Jadeja. The wrist-spinner almost trapped Chanderpaul lbw, but an inside edge saved him. With Chanderpaul hitting convincing boundaries off Ravindra Jadeja and Athanaze playing sweep and lap shots off Washington Sundar, the West Indies managed to secure their first fifty-run stand of the series. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 518/5 in 134.2 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 175, Shubman Gill 129 not out; Jomel Warrican 3-98, Roston Chase 1-83) lead West Indies 140/4 in 43 overs (Shai Hope 31 not out, Tagenarine Chanderpaul 34; Ravindra Jadeja 3-37, Kuldeep Yadav 1-45) by 378 runs Article Source: IANS
IND, Women's WC 2025: When and where to watch? All you need to know
India faces a critical challenge against defending champions Australia in the Women's World Cup, requiring tactical shifts and a sixth bowling option. A recent loss exposed the limitations of their five-bowler strategy, highlighting the need for more depth against Australia's formidable batting lineup. Top-order batting concerns also persist, demanding improved performances to navigate upcoming tough fixtures.
2nd Test: Jadeja And Kuldeep Strike To Reduce West Indies To 140/4, Trail India By 378 Runs
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav picked up four wickets collectively as India tightened their grip in the second Test by reducing West Indies to 140/4 in 43 overs at stumps on day two, trail by 378 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Shai Hope remained unbeaten on 31 to offer some resistance for the visitors after Jadeja (3-37) and Kuldeep (1-45) struck in tandem to trigger a collapse, from 87/1 to 107/4. While West Indies showed more grit than they did in Ahmedabad, their innings was punctuated by lapses in concentration - errors that have repeatedly cost them in this series. Indias dominance was set up by a commanding first-innings total of 518/5 declared, led by Shubman Gills unbeaten 129 and Yashasvi Jaiswals 175. With the pitch beginning to show signs of wear and Indias spin trio finding rhythm, the hosts will look to press home their advantage on day three. The final session began with both Alick Athanaze and Tagenarine Chanderpaul looking assured in defence, going right forward or right backwards, and they did not look flustered even during a spell of four consecutive maidens. Athanaze took a liking to Kuldeep Yadavs bowling by cutting, lofting, sweeping and reverse-sweeping him for a six and three fours. The wrist-spinner did come close to trapping Tagenarine Chanderpaul lbw, but an inside edge saved him. With Chanderpaul getting convincing boundaries off Ravindra Jadeja and Athanaze bringing sweep and lap shot off Washington Sundar, West Indies managed to get their first fifty stand of the series. But Jadeja broke the 66-run stand with a delivery that stopped on Chanderpaul and took his edge to a juggling KL Rahul at first slip. Athanaze was next to fall, as he dragged a slower ball from Kuldeep to mid-wicket and fell for 41. Skipper Roston Chase was next to fall looking to flick a length ball to leg-side, but gave a simple return catch to Jadeja. Athanaze took a liking to Kuldeep Yadavs bowling by cutting, lofting, sweeping and reverse-sweeping him for a six and three fours. The wrist-spinner did come close to trapping Tagenarine Chanderpaul lbw, but an inside edge saved him. With Chanderpaul getting convincing boundaries off Ravindra Jadeja and Athanaze bringing sweep and lap shot off Washington Sundar, West Indies managed to get their first fifty stand of the series. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 518/5 in 134.2 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 175, Shubman Gill 129 not out; Jomel Warrican 3-98, Roston Chase 1-83) lead West Indies 140/4 in 43 overs (Shai Hope 31 not out, Tagenarine Chanderpaul 34; Ravindra Jadeja 3-37, Kuldeep Yadav 1-45) by 378 runs. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Gills 129 powers India; Jadeja spins Windies into trouble
India's spinners have taken control of the second Test against the West Indies. Captain Shubman Gill scored an impressive century, setting a strong foundation. The West Indies are trailing significantly after losing four wickets. Ravindra Jadeja claimed three wickets, putting India in a commanding position to win the series. The Indian team displayed excellent batting and bowling throughout the day.
Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari accused the state government of negligence in over 20 child deaths linked to toxic Coldrif cough syrup. He called the incident culpable homicide, demanding the health ministers resignation, removal of the Principal Secretary of Health, an FIR against the drug controller, and a CBI probe.
2nd Test: West Indies Reach 26/1 At Tea After India Declare On 518/5
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Ravindra Jadeja dismissed John Campbell as West Indies reached 26/1 in 11 overs at Tea on Day 2 of the second and final Test here at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. West Indies are trailing India by 492 runs after the hosts declared their first innings at 518/5, with skipper Shubman Gill remaining unbeaten on 129, his tenth century in the format and fifth of this year in red-ball cricket, as he continued his prolific form in 2025. After Indias declaration, the West Indies showed early signs of composure. Campbell and Tagenarine Chanderpaul navigated Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Sirajs early swing and low bounce with restraint, as the ball began to settle under the afternoon sun. Campbell looked promising in scoring two boundaries off Siraj and Jadeja via a leaning drive and a deft paddle sweep, respectively. But he was dismissed bizarrely for eight, courtesy of a sharp take by B Sai Sudharsan at forward short leg the ball coming off a sweep hit Sudharsan's helmet and ensured it didnt escape from his hands. Although Sudharsan had to leave the field to get his hand treated, Chanderpaul (13 not out) and Alick Athanaze (two not out) weathered a probing spell and prevented any further damage before the tea interval. With 32 overs remaining in the day, West Indies will need to forge partnerships to stay afloat against Indias formidable bowling attack. Previously, Gill, who started his day on 20, played an array of elegant strokes, hitting 16 fours and two sixes in a composed yet commanding unbeaten 129 his first Test century as Indias captain at home. His innings gained momentum after lunch, as he and wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel scored quickly to build a 102-run stand for the fifth wicket. Gill reached his century in 177 balls with a sharp three off Khary Pierre and raised his bat to acknowledge a lively weekend crowd of 15,700 in New Delhi. Jurel impressed with his leg-side play and quick reading of length, including surviving a caught-out chance on 39 before being bowled for 44 on a delivery from Roston Chase that stayed low. His innings gained momentum after lunch, as he and wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel scored quickly to build a 102-run stand for the fifth wicket. Gill reached his century in 177 balls with a sharp three off Khary Pierre and raised his bat to acknowledge a lively weekend crowd of 15,700 in New Delhi. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 518/5 in 134.2 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 175, Shubman Gill 129 not out; Jomel Warrican 3-98, Roston Chase 1-83) lead West Indies 26/1 in 11 overs (Tagenarine Chanderpaul 13 not out; Ravindra Jadeja 1-5) by 492 runs Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Solid Turnout For India-WI Clash In New Delhi, More Fans Expected To Come On Sunday
Arun Jaitley Stadium: The atmosphere may have been subdued in the build-up to Indias second and final Test against West Indies currently underway at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The turnout at the venue over the first two days of the second Test has been quietly encouraging, with a steady stream of fans filling the stands despite the subdued build-up. With Indias bowlers set to take centre stage on Sunday, a larger crowd is expected, adding to the growing energy around what could be a decisive day in the match, as the hosts aim for a 2-0 series sweep over the visitors from the Caribbean. It was at this venue earlier this year that more than 17,000 fans braved the harsh cold weather to watch Virat Kohli make his return to the Ranji Trophy in Delhis clash against Railways, with extra gates and additional security deployed to manage the huge number of spectators at the venue. But in the citys cricketing pulse, there was lack of buzz around the Test match against the West Indies due to the absence of marquee match-ups, especially from the opposition side and absence of local lad Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin, who stepped away from Tests. It also didnt help that there was no local boy in the Indian playing eleven wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, another Delhi lad, currently recovering from a fractured right foot at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru and seam-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana not being a part of the series (though is named for the tour of Australia). Despite the build-up to this fixture being quiet from a fans perspective, the crowd turnout in New Delhi has made for a good look. On day one, 11,000 spectators were in attendance, as they were treated to Yashasvi Jaiswals century and B Sai Sudharsans 87. On day two, 15,700 fans witnessed Jaiswal eventually making 175, and skipper Shubman Gill hitting an unbeaten 129 - his tenth Test century, as a dominant India declared at 518/5. A DDCA official told IANS on Saturday said that there are multiple factors behind the good turnout for the ongoing game, something which the governing body had been anticipating. With ticket prices lowered after the GST adjustment and day two falling on a second Saturday, which is a holiday for a lot of working professionals, its made for a good turnout of 15,700 fans today. Not to forget, its also Indias first Test in New Delhi after nearly two and a half years, which means there was a huge interest and anticipation in people to watch Test match action live. Now we are anticipating a bigger turnout for Sunday, as its a holiday for everyone and fans will be very keen to watch Indias bowlers in action, further said the DDCA official. On day twos proceedings, the lower stands have been nearly full, with the middle stands also having decent capacity. The crowd has also been vocal in their cheering chants of Kohli, Kohli on both days were quickly converted to Jaiswal, Jaiswal and Gill, Gill. Whenever KL Rahul or Mohammed Siraj went to the practice nets, fans would collect near the edge of their stands to have their glimpse in close. When Bumrah came out to bowl, Boom, boom Bumrah chants swarmed the venue. Once Mohammed Siraj came in to bowl, DSP, DSP chants were on the lips of all fans. On day twos proceedings, the lower stands have been nearly full, with the middle stands also having decent capacity. The crowd has also been vocal in their cheering chants of Kohli, Kohli on both days were quickly converted to Jaiswal, Jaiswal and Gill, Gill. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score But those fears have been swiftly laid to rest as fans turned up in encouraging numbers at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, thus bringing a lively energy to the stands. A commanding Indian victory would only serve to reward the capitals passionate and faithful cricket fans, and add the perfect cherry on the cake of their weekend outing. Article Source: IANS
Sanitary workers try to petition corporation commissioner, detained
CHENNAI: Hundreds of conservancy workers, who have been demanding regularisation of their employment under the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) for the past 71 days through various modes of protest, were detained when they tried to enter Ripon building on Friday to submit a petition in this regard to GCC Commissioner J Kumaragurubaran. While police sources said around 550 were detained for unlawful assembly, the workers said nearly 800 were detained and taken to community halls in 11 different places in the city. They were released around 8 pm on Friday. The workers, whose contractual employment with the GCC got terminated in July after the privatisation of solid waste management work in two zones of Royapuram and Thiru Vi Ka Nagar, had launched a protest on August 1. While GCC said the workers would be given employment by the Delhi MSW Solutions Ltd (of the Ramky group), which has taken the contract for SWM in the two zones, the workers demanded they be instead employed permanently under the corporation as promised earlier by the ruling DMK. A few hundred workers have joined the private company after it increased the salary (which was earlier significantly lesser than what they were earning under GCC) as per the direction of the Madras High Court. Many others continued to protest. Ahead of their action on Friday, the workers submitted petition to the zonal officials in the two zones on Wednesday and Thursday and were not prevented by the police. However, they were stopped on Friday. Its been 71 days without work. Our families are struggling without income, said one of the workers. Why are we being detained only when we try to go to the Ripon Building? Was it not our workplace for over a decade? If we are not even allowed to submit a petition, what kind of justice is this? asked another worker. K Bharathi of Uzhaippor Urimai Iyakkam, which is spearheading the protest, condemned the detention. During the pandemic, even when temples were closed, it was the sanitary workers who risked their lives for public health. The government recently announced regularisation of jobs for 1,300 temporary temple staff. Why not do the same for sanitary workers? he asked. Meanwhile, when asked about the protest, GCC mayor R Priya told the media on Friday that the workers demands for wage revision and job assurance have been addressed. However, Bharathi said what workers demanded was regularisation, the private companys contract said they could be terminated anytime.
Congress leader to be booked for woman's suicide in Thiruvananthapuram
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Neyyattinkara police will register a case against Thiruvananthapuram district Congress committee general secretary Jose Franklin for sexual harassment as well as abetting the suicide of a 50-year-old woman near Perumbazhuthoor. Jose Franklin, who is also the standing committee chairman for health in Neyyattinkara municipality, was named in the suicide note by the woman. Neyyattinkara police Inspector B S Praveen said the suicide note mentioned that Jose had sexually harassed the woman. She was also mentally harassed in the name of securing loans for her bakery business, he said. The Inspector added that the Call Detail Record (CDR) revealed that Jose had regularly contacted the victim over phone. The victims children also gave statements incriminating Joses involvement in the case. Meanwhile, CPM and BJP took out protest marches to the police station demanding Joses arrest. The police said the Congress leader is likely to be booked on Saturday morning. The suicide took place on Wednesday morning. The woman was found lying on the floor with burn injuries following the explosion of a gas stove. Initially it was thought to be an accident, but during forensic examination, it was found to be a case of suicide.
Munambam residents welcome Kerala High Court's ruling on Waqf land issue
KOCHI: The Kerala High Court verdict that Munambam land is not waqf property has come as a great joy for the more than 600 families who had been agitating for the past one year, demanding the restoration of their revenue rights. The happiness was writ large on the faces of the agitators on the premises of Velankanni Matha Church at Kadappuram as they celebrated the verdict by sharing sweets. Justice is served, Joseph Benny, convenor, Munambam Land Protection Council, told TNIE. According to him, the residents had lost the revenue rights to their lawfully bought land on January 13, 2022. We knocked on all doors seeking help. However, when we didnt get any, we launched a relay hunger agitation on October 13, 2024. With only days left for the completion of a year of agitation, the verdict arrived like a God-send gift, he added. As for the continuation of the agitation, Joseph said that Industries Minister P Rajeeve has called a meeting on Saturday. Members of our core committee will meet him and then come up with further decisions based on the talks with the minister, he added. He highlighted how the residents now looked forward to the early restoration of their revenue rights. Meanwhile, the Kerala Region Latin Catholic Council (KRLCC) hailed the HC verdict. The decision of the High Court division bench to unequivocally declare that Munambam land is not a waqf, completely overturning the High Court single bench order, is welcome and hopeful, said KRLCC president Archbishop Varghese Chakkalakkal. In the wake of the new order of the division bench, Archbishop Chakkalakkal urged the government to take further steps to immediately restore the revenue rights of the Munambam people. The Syro-Malabar Church also sought the immediate restoration of the revenue rights of Munambam residents. Spokesperson Fr Tom Olikkarott said, The Syro-Malabar Church will stand with the people of Munambam in their struggle, he added.
Trump, oldest elected US president, in 'excellent' health: Doctor
Donald Trump, 79, was declared in excellent overall health by his physician following his second medical checkup of the year at Walter Reed military hospital. His cardiac age was found to be approximately 14 years younger than his chronological age, and he continues his demanding schedule without restriction.
Ahmedabad Diary: Gujarat BJP chief Vishwakarma begins seven-day tour to strengthen party base
Gujarat BJP president Jagdish Vishwakarma has begun a seven-day statewide tour from October 10 to 17 to tighten the partys organisation. He has asked supporters to greet him only with books, which he plans to donate to needy students. During the tour, he will address six major party meetings. There is strong speculation that a new regional BJP team will be announced after the tour. Four general secretaries are likely to be selected zone-wise, representing Patidar, Kshatriya and tribal communities. Party insiders see this tour as a serious effort to strengthen the grassroots network before upcoming electoral battles. BJP red-faced as party workers brawl in Surat A public fight between two BJP workers in Surat, considered the political base of Union minister C R Patil, has embarrassed the party. A video shows Dinesh Savaliya and Shailesh Jariwala arguing and then fighting inside the party office. The issue reportedly began over tea and snacks before it escalated. Savaliya is seen slapping Jariwala. The party has issued notices to both, demanding a response within three days. Jariwala has filed a police complaint at Udhna station, accusing Savaliya of assault and threats. Party sources say Savaliya was also involved in earlier disputes. The action is being seen as a warning against internal indiscipline. Congress slams BJP over coop mandate row The BJPs mandate system in cooperative institutions has turned into a political flashpoint. After growing opposition within the sector, even former BJP president C R Patil has distanced himself from the practice. The Congress seized the moment, with senior leader Jayanarayan Vyas accusing the BJP of running monopoly and multi-crore scams through cooperatives. He said cooperatives should remain neutral and not be drawn into politics. He also cited the 1993 Mehsana Cooperative Bank election as an example of how political control can backfire. Vyas accused the BJP of saying one thing and doing another. Dilip Singh Kshatriya dilipsingh@newindianexpress.com
NH-66 widening on the fast lane in northern Kerala; south lags
KOCHI: The six-laning of NH 66, Keralas most ambitious infrastructure project, has split the state into contrasting halves. In the north, smooth, shining highways are taking shape at remarkable speed, while southern stretches especially through Alappuzha and Thiruvananthapuram struggle against delays, disputes and design controversies. The drive on these new express corridors will soon come at a cost. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plans to set up 11 toll plazas across the entire length of NH-66, with two more under consideration. The first of the new plazas, at Mambuzhappalam in Pantheerankavu (Kozhikode), is set for trial this week. Northern Kerala surges ahead A success story is unfolding in northern districts. The 39-km Thalappady-Chengala stretch in Kasaragod, developed by Uralungal Labour Contract Cooperative Society (ULCCS), is open to traffic the first completed leg of the project. South of it, the 37-km Chengala-Nileshwaram and 40-km Nileshwaram-Taliparamba stretches, executed by Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Ltd (MEIL), are powering ahead. The main carriageway from Chengala to Taliparamba will be ready by October-end or the first week of November, said V K Abdul Nizar, liaison officer for MEIL projects in Kerala. In Malappuram, where construction once drew national attention after a 250-m elevated portion collapsed at Kooriyad in May, work has rebound impressively. The Ramanattukara-Valanchery (39.68 km) and Valanchery-Kappirikkad (37.35 km) stretches are 99.5% complete. Malappurams section, executed by KNR Constructions under the hybrid annuity model, is being celebrated for both its pace and visual appeal. The Vattappara viaduct in Valanchery Keralas longest at 2 km is already being hailed as one of the most scenic drives in the state. A 116-camera surveillance grid, including 60 rotating 360-degree cameras, is now live along the corridor, with control rooms at Vettichira and Kuttippuram overseeing real-time traffic. Work progressing on Vengalam-Azhiyur segment Kozhikodes contrasting tale Kozhikode presents a study in contrasts. The VengalamRamanattukara (28.4 km) stretch part of Kozhikode bypass is almost ready, boasting multiple flyovers, smart junctions and a digital traffic monitoring network. Forty-six CCTV cameras feed into a central control hub at Mampuzha toll plaza. On either ends, toll booths at Mambuzhappalam North and Koodathumparaeach with five lanes on each sidestand ready. Meanwhile, the Azhiyoor-Vengalam (40.8 km) stretch has become a symbol of delay and discontent. Handled by Adani Infrastructure and sub-contracted to Wagad Infraprojects, work has barely crossed 45% completion. The Taliparamba-Muzhappilangad (30 km) stretch in Kannur, managed by Hyderabad-based Vishwa Samudra Engineering Pvt Ltd, is 78% complete. Engineers here are battling wetlands using prefabricated vertical drains (PVDs) a specialised technique to stabilise soft soil and extend the roads lifespan. The southern struggle If the north is cruising, the south is crawling. The Kadambattukonam-Kazhakoottam (30 km) stretcharguably the toughest segmenthas managed just 41% progress. Disputes with contractors, material shortages, and repeated protests demanding design tweaks have pushed the finish line to July 2026. In central Kerala, the KodungallurEdappally (26 km) reach is 64% done after months of delay caused by red soil scarcity an issue now resolved through a tie-up with Cochin Port Trust. The AroorThuravoor elevated corridor (12.75 km) is at 74% completion and likely to finish by June 2026. (With inputs from Shainu Mohan, Lakshmi Athira, Jithul Narayanan &Arockiaraj J) Know your working model Of the stretches, the Thuravoor-Paravoor (38.38 km), Paravoor-Kottankulangara (37.5 km) and Kadambattukonam-Kazhakoottam (29.83 km) are being built on the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) model. Work on the rest of the stretches is being undertaken on the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). In EPC, a single contractor is responsible for the entire project, from the initial design and engineering to the procurement of materials and final construction. HAM blends aspects of the EPC and Build, Operate, Transfer (BOT)-annuity models The cost-sharing equation The state government is bearing 25% of the land acquisition cost for the widening of NH-66 from Kasaragod to Thiruvananthapuram, except Thalassery-Mahe bypass and Nileshwaram ROB. As per the NHAIs annual report 2023-24, against a deposit of J1,919.78 crore received from the Kerala government, NHAI has spent J1,702.03 crore on land acquisition alone.
Kerala defeats Meghalaya in NSG Football final
Excelsior Sports Correspondent Srinagar, Oct 10: The 69th National School Games 2025 for Football concluded today here with Kerala lifting the trophy after a commanding 2-0 win over Meghalaya in a thrilling grand finale. The five-day tournament, organised by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (YSS) J&K under the aegis of the School Games Federation of India (SGFI), featured intense competition among under-19 football teams from across the country. Kerala sealed their place in the final after a hard-fought [] The post Kerala defeats Meghalaya in NSG Football final appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Supreme Court rejects PIL for probe into Viceroy's claims
The Supreme Court has declined to hear a public interest litigation demanding an investigation into accusations leveled by US firm Viceroy Research against Vedanta Limited and Hindustan Zinc. Justices P S Narasimha and A S Chandurkar expressed no inclination to entertain the plea.
Proton VPN review 2025: A nonprofit service with premium performance
Proton VPN stands out for two main reasons: it's one of the only virtual private networks (VPNs) to include a free plan with no data limits, and it's one of the few services majority-owned by a nonprofit. It's the best VPN in both of those categories, and it makes a strong case for being the best overall. Even if you don't care about the work of the Proton Foundation, Proton VPN is a service worth using. It's easy to install and manage, runs like the wind and meets high standards for security and privacy. It has more IP locations in Africa than any of its competitors. It's even looking toward the future by working toward full IPv6 support. In short, Proton VPN gets our enthusiastic recommendation, especially for torrenting (which it supports on almost every server). It's not perfect the apps for Apple systems lag behind their Windows and Android counterparts, and the free servers can be noticeably sluggish but the cons pale in comparison to the pros. We'll get into it all below. Editor's note (9/24/25): We've overhauled our VPN coverage to provide more detailed, actionable buying advice. Going forward, we'll continue to update both our best VPN list and individual reviews (like this one) as circumstances change. Most recently, we added official scores to all of our VPN reviews. Check out how we test VPNs to learn more about the new standards we're using. Table of contents Findings at a glance Installing, configuring and using Proton VPN Proton VPN speed test: Impacts of VPN Accelerator Proton VPN security test: Watertight protocols How much does Proton VPN cost? Proton VPN side apps and bundles Close-reading Proton VPN's privacy policy Can Proton VPN change your virtual location? Investigating Proton VPN's server network Features of Proton VPN Proton VPN customer support options Proton VPN background check: The CERN origins of Proton AG Final verdict Findings at a glance The table summarizes what we found while reviewing Proton VPN, both good and bad. Keep it open in a tab while you comparison shop for a VPN. Category Notes Installation and UI Windows has the best interface, but all apps are smooth Android users get unique preset protocols Browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox can be used for split tunneling on Mac and iOS Speed Retains 88 percent of download speeds and 98 percent of upload speeds Global latency average stays under 300 ms, with 52 ms on the fastest server Security No DNS leaks or WebRTC leaks on any servers Full IPv6 support is available on Android, Linux and browser extensions; Mac, Windows and iOS still block IPv6 to prevent leaks WireShark test showed active packet encryption Pricing Best plan costs $81.36 for two years ($3.39 per month) Free plan includes unlimited data and critical security features, but you can't choose your server Bundles Proton Unlimited saves money if you want two or more Proton products Privacy policy General Proton policy prevents collection of IP addresses unless a user has violated the terms of service (such as by using a Proton VPN server to abuse another site) No third parties are allowed to handle personally identifiable information Confirmed by Securitum audit in 2024 Virtual location change Unblocked Netflix repeatedly in all five testing locations, with new content proving a successful location change A free server in Romania got into Netflix but had trouble loading the library Server network 154 locations in 117 countries More servers in Africa than any other VPN, plus many others across the globe About two-thirds of server locations are virtual Features NetShield can block just malware, or all malware, ads and trackers Kill switch on all platformsSplit tunneling on Windows, Android and browser extensions only Secure Core servers route VPN through two locations, one of which is physically secured in Iceland, Sweden or Switzerland Almost all paid servers are P2P-enabled Tor over VPN servers in six countries let you access dark web sites from any browser Profiles saves time when you repeatedly need specific connection settings Customer support Most articles in the online help center, while well-written, are invisible unless you use the search function Live chat is only for paying customers, and is unavailable from midnight to 9 AM CET Background check Launched in 2017 by the same company that developed ProtonMail Majority owned by the Proton Foundation, whose board includes the company founders and can resist takeover attempts While ProtonMail has worked with Swiss authorities in the past, Proton VPN is not governed by the same laws that compelled this Claims of a vulnerability in WireGuard's memory don't hold water Installing, configuring and using Proton VPN This section explains how it feels to run Proton VPN on the various platforms it supports. As a rule, it's not difficult. Proton VPN has more features than ExpressVPN, and a couple of them might trip up new users, but you'd have to really scrounge to find an actual inconvenience to complain about. Windows Proton VPN installs easily on Windows you'll need to grant it permission to make changes, but that's it. Once you've signed in on the app, you'll reach one of the best interfaces we've tried on a VPN. The server network is immediately visible as both a list and map, and the location search bar, connect button and major features are all laid out around the same window. Proton VPN's app for Windows. Sam Chapman for Engadget It's honestly amazing how much you can reach from the launch window without anything feeling cluttered. They even squeezed in keyboard shortcuts for the search field. We also love that settings open in the same window, since dealing with both the main VPN app and a separate preferences panel can get annoying. Our only real gripe is that there should be an easier way to adjust the size of the map. Mac The desktop app for Mac isn't quite as deftly laid out as the Windows app. You can reach most of the important features from the main window, including Profiles, NetShield, Secure Core servers and the kill switch. However, there's no longer a way to filter out a list of the P2P or Tor servers, except by digging through the Profile controls. On the plus side, you can adjust the size of the map, so it's now a viable alternative to the server list. Proton VPN's dark mode interface on macOS. Sam Chapman for Engadget The other preferences are hidden in the menu bar go to Proton VPN > Settings to reach them. They're laid out in four tabs, and shouldn't take more than a minute to go through at setup. Android The Android app takes the same design cues as the Windows app, and works as well. Four tabs along the bottom switch between the home screen, the country list, Profiles and all other settings. You can search the list of countries by tapping the magnifying glass at the top-right. In another nice touch, tapping the dots by any virtual location will tell you where the server is physically located. Proton VPN's Android client. Sam Chapman for Engadget Android users get some nifty exclusive Profiles, including anti-censorship, which automatically connects to the fastest country except for the one you're in. The Settings tab is a single menu with subheadings and no unnecessary complication. iOS Proton VPN for iPhone and iPad looks almost the same as it does on Windows and Android, but with some of the same drawbacks found on Mac. The server list is more cluttered, and once again there's no easy way to sift out the P2P and Tor locations. Proton VPN's app for iPhone and iPad. Sam Chapman for Engadget The Settings tab puts all the feature descriptions in the open, which makes it look denser than it is. But these are minor quibbles this is still a VPN that's very easy to activate and forget about. Browser extensions Proton VPN has browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox. These serve as de facto split tunneling, as connecting through the extension protects only browser traffic; everything else goes unprotected. You can split the tunnel further by setting the VPN to not work on certain URLs (unlike the other apps, you don't need to know the IPs of those sites). Proton VPN speed test: Impacts of VPN Accelerator We used Ookla's Speedtest app to determine how much Proton VPN drags on a user's latency, measured in milliseconds (ms), and download and upload speeds, measured in megabits per second (Mbps). Together, these three stats show whether a VPN will noticeably slow down your internet, especially during demanding tasks. We had high hopes for Proton here because of its VPN Accelerator technology, which runs VPN communications across several parallel tracks to process everything faster. It didn't disappoint for the most part. Although download speeds didn't reach the heights we saw from ExpressVPN , Proton VPN's browsing performance still looks excellent nearly across the board. Proton VPN barely makes a dent in your download speeds. Sam Chapman for Engadget To choose our locations for the test, we checked Proton VPN's list of smart routing servers , which use servers in one country to simulate IP addresses in another. Almost all the smart routing servers are based in five cities: Miami, London, Marseille, Bucharest and Singapore. We ran these tests on a Mac using the automatic protocol setting. Server Location Latency (ms) Increase factor Download speed (Mbps) Percentage drop Upload speed (Mbps) Percentage drop Portland, OR, USA (unprotected) 16 -- 58.93 -- 5.82 -- San Jose, CA, USA (best server) 52 3.3x 55.82 5 5.58 4 Miami, FL, USA 160 10x 54.33 8 5.49 6 London, UK 332 20.8x 52.55 11 5.72 2 Marseille, France 309 19.3x 45.42 23 5.59 4 Bucharest, Romania 408 25.5x 52.51 11 5.57 4 Singapore, Singapore 394 24.6x 52.26 11 5.50 5 Average 276 17.3x 52.15 12 5.58 4 Proton VPN looks very good in that table. Its average download speed was 88 percent of our unprotected speeds. To put that in perspective, if you started with 30 Mbps down (about half what we get) and connected to any Proton VPN server, you'd almost certainly still have a fast enough connection to stream in 4K. Note the almost Proton VPN did drop noticeably on its French server in Marseille. It's not uncommon for one of a VPN's data centers to have trouble while the others work fine, and you can usually fix the problem by just disconnecting and reconnecting. Just note that while drops to about 75 percent of your download speed are rare, they're not inconceivable. Proton VPN security test: Watertight protocols When we talk about VPN security, we're really talking about reliability. Can this VPN establish an encrypted tunnel and transmit all your information through it, every time, without leaks or failures? With Proton VPN, we're happy to say the answer is yes; we probed its security and found no cracks to speak of. Read the section below for specifics. Proton VPN protocols: WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2 and Stealth Proton VPN uses four VPN protocols to communicate between your devices, its servers and the internet. Three of them (WireGuard, OpenVPN and IKEv2) are common choices with no serious flaws as long as they're implemented thoughtfully. The fourth, Stealth, is an obfuscation protocol you should only use if the other three are blocked. The protocol selection screen on Proton VPN's Android app. Sam Chapman for Engadget OpenVPN is the most secure option. Without getting too technical, OpenVPN encrypts its backend functions as well as the data itself, which leaves it with no obvious vulnerabilities. It can also communicate using the same ports as common HTTPS traffic, so it's hard to block. WireGuard is more efficient than OpenVPN, both in its source code and the cryptography it uses. It normally requires an exchange of fixed IP addresses, but the Proton VPN implementation overwrites those IPs with randomized addresses, cutting the security risk. IKEv2 is a safe choice that's occasionally faster than either OpenVPN or WireGuard. You probably won't use it unless it happens to come up while you've set the protocol to Smart. As such, it's on the way to being phased out of Proton VPN. Stealth is unique to Proton VPN, though its function is not. It's got the same architecture as WireGuard, but adds another TLS tunnel to evade network blocks that catch VPN traffic. That extra encryption slows it down, so we don't recommend using it unless the other three protocols don't work. The first option on the app, called Smart, is not a protocol it means your VPN client selects the protocol that will give you the best speeds on your current server. Since all four protocols are safe, there's no downside to using the Smart setting most of the time. Leak test We used AirVPN's IP leak tool to check all four of Proton VPN's protocols for DNS and WebRTC leaks. Proton VPN uses its own DNS servers to reduce the risk of sending unencrypted requests, but since leaks are still possible, we tested using a simple method: checking our visible IP address before and after connecting to the VPN. Despite testing several locations over three days, we never saw our real IP address show up on the tool. This held true even outside the Secure Core server list, where data centers might have been managed by third parties. It's not perfect proof, but it's a very good sign that Proton VPN enforces a consistent security regime on all its servers. Proton VPN successfully masked our real IP address, even on a virtual location in Angola. Sam Chapman for Engadget We also used BrowserLeaks to check for WebRTC leaks. These are mainly an issue on the browser side, but a VPN is doubly important if your browser happens to be leaking. We enabled WebRTC on our browser and tested the same set of Proton VPN servers without springing any WebRTC leaks. Proton VPN and IPv6 Proton is working on making its entire VPN compatible with IPv6 addresses. If a VPN that's only configured for IPv4 has to resolve an IPv6 address, it can cause a leak that's why most VPNs, even the best ones, block IPv6 altogether. That said, the whole internet will run on IPv6 one day, so it's nice to see Proton VPN leading the pack. So far, IPv6 is automatically enabled on Proton VPN's Linux apps and browser extensions, and can be optionally activated on its Android app. The Proton VPN apps for all other platforms still block IPv6 traffic, but this should hopefully change soon. Encryption test Even if a VPN's protocol choices are solid, it's possible for individual implementations of those protocols to fail. We used WireShark, a packet inspector app, to test whether Proton VPN's encryption worked no matter what settings were in place. We're happy to say we never saw plaintext once. How much does Proton VPN cost? To get full access to Proton VPN, you'll need a Plus subscription, which costs $9.99 per month. You can knock off half that price by subscribing for a full year and paying a lump sum of $59.88, working out to $4.99 per month. A Plus account with Proton VPN also gives you free access to every other Proton app. You can also pay $107.76 in advance to subscribe for two years, an average of $4.49 per month perhaps more convenient, but it doesn't save you much. The one-year plan is the best value, though it's also nice that you don't have to pay through the nose for only one month. There's a 30-day, money-back guarantee on all plans. Proton VPN is currently offering Engadget readers an exclusive deal that offers a 12-month plan for $47.88 ($3.99 per month) and a 24-month plan for $81.36 ($3.39 per month). Learn more about it here . One final option is the Proton Unlimited subscription, discussed in the side apps and bundles section below. The Proton VPN free plan Proton VPN is one of the best free VPNs on the market right now. No other VPN backed by as much experience and good judgment has a free plan with no data limits. Instead of capping how much data you can use per month, Proton VPN restricts which servers free users can access, limiting them to eight countries: the United States, Japan, the Netherlands, Singapore, Norway, Canada, Poland and Romania. The frustrating part is that you can't choose which of these servers you use; Proton VPN just auto-connects to whichever one is the least burdened. A Proton representative told us that this change goes along with improvements to the selection algorithm, better load balancing and the addition of the Poland and Romania locations. It is also possible to try for a better connection by clicking change server. The fact remains, though, that a free Proton VPN plan is useless for unblocking content in specific locations but this may be by design. The free plan seems more aimed toward privacy and anonymity than streaming, and the placement of the free locations near Russia and China reflects that. Free Proton VPN plans don't sacrifice any essential security features. Proton VPN side apps and bundles Proton VPN's main bundle is Proton Unlimited, which gets you all six Proton products in one package: VPN, Mail, Drive, Calendar, Wallet and Pass. This costs $12.99 for a month, $119.88 for a year ($9.99 per month) and $191.76 for two years ($7.99 per month). We won't be going in-depth on any of them in this review, but here's a quick rundown of each. Proton Mail: An end-to-end encrypted email service. Proton can still see a Mail user's real IP address, but can't read any of their messages. Proton Drive: Encrypted cloud storage. As with Mail, Proton can identify users, but can't read any of the content they store. Proton Calendar: An encrypted scheduling app with events and reminders. Proton Wallet: A self-custody wallet for storing Bitcoin unconnected to any exchange. Proton Pass: A password manager that generates, stores and autofills passwords for online accounts. Even if you only need two of the six, Proton Unlimited saves you money. Separate monthly subscriptions to Proton VPN and Proton Mail would cost a total of $14.98, so you've already knocked off $2 per month. That increases if you're able to commit to a year in advance. Close-reading Proton VPN's privacy policy Proton's privacy policy comes in two parts: the general Proton policy and the shorter policy specific to Proton VPN . We'll cover them in that order. General Proton privacy policy Proton tracks user activity on its product websites using its own marketing tools; the data set collected does not include IP addresses. It retains an email address connected to each user's account, but it's not allowed to connect IP addresses (and thus identities and locations) to those emails unless the user breaches the terms of service. You may rightly ask how Proton would know a user is abusing one of their services if they don't keep activity logs. The answer is that logs aren't needed; most forms of abuse can be detected in other ways and observed in real time. For example, if someone used a Proton VPN server to launch a DDoS attack, the team could inspect that server and find the hacker while the attack was still ongoing. The policy goes on to list the five third-party data processors Proton uses (Zendesk, PayPal, Chargebee, Atlassian and Stripe), none of whom are allowed to store customer activity data. Proton cautions that it will share what data it does have in response to unblockable requests from the Swiss government, but not until all legal or other remedies have been exhausted. This is standard for a VPN that wants to remain in business, and the transparency report shows the company does indeed fight court orders when it can. Proton VPN privacy policy Proton's VPN-specific privacy policy is quite short. It states that Proton cannot log user activities or identifiable characteristics of devices connected to the VPN, cannot throttle internet connections and must extend full privacy and security to free users. In one sense, a privacy policy requires you to take the VPN provider at their word, but it's dangerous for a company to make promises they don't intend to keep. The policy is legally binding, and breaking it is grounds for a lawsuit. Proton VPN's succinct no-logs policy is therefore a great sign. It's also been confirmed several times by a third-party audit, most recently in July 2024 . Can Proton VPN change your virtual location? Testing a VPN's ability to mask a user's location isn't complex all you need is a streaming subscription. We connected to five test locations and tried to unblock Netflix with each one. If we managed to access the site, and saw different shows than those on the American library, we concluded that the location had masked us successfully. Server location Unblocked Netflix? Library changed? Canada Y Y Romania Y Y Ghana Y Y Japan Y Y New Zealand Y Y Proton VPN passed the test every time in all five locations. The only hiccup came in Romania, which we chose because it's one of the free locations. The app connected us to a free server, which was too slow to load Netflix; when we chose a paid server, the problem disappeared. Proton VPN changed our virtual location so we saw the Japanese Netflix library. Sam Chapman for Engadget Investigating Proton VPN's server network Proton VPN's free plan includes servers in five locations: the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, the United States and Japan. When you connect as a free user, you'll be automatically connected to whichever location is fastest. A paid plan opens up the full network of 154 servers in 117 countries and territories. The menu includes a huge selection of African locations, more than any VPN we've tested in some time. The Middle East, along with central and southern Asia, are also well represented, and U.S. users will find 20 different locations to choose from. Proton VPN lets you know which of its locations are virtual. Sam Chapman for Engadget Keep in mind that about two-thirds of these server locations are virtual, meaning they're not physically located where they claim to be. This includes all the African servers except South Africa and Nigeria; all the South American servers except Brazil, Colombia and Argentina; and all the Middle Eastern servers except Turkey, Israel and the UAE. A majority of the locations in Asia are also virtual, including South Korea, India, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines. To be clear, virtual locations can hide your IP address just as well as physical ones. It's only a problem if you're expecting the kind of performance, particularly in terms of latency, that you get from a nearby server. Luckily, Proton VPN gives you fast enough download and upload speeds that distance shouldn't be a problem. None Countries Virtual Locations Cities North America 6 3 25 South America 7 4 7 Europe 42 6 51 Africa 25 23 26 Middle East 13 10 14 Asia 22 16 25 Oceania 2 0 6 TOTAL 117 62 154 Features of Proton VPN Proton VPN has a number of extra features that go beyond standard VPN functionality. We've already mentioned the Stealth protocol and IPv6 support. In this section, we'll cover an additional five features that might be of interest. NetShield ad blocker Proton VPN's built-in ad blocker is known as NetShield. It's available on the main UI page, and has two settings: one that blocks only malware sites, and one that blocks sites connected with malware, ads and trackers. The stronger feature is on by default. The Netshield page on Proton VPN's iOS app. Sam Chapman for Engadget NetShield works by checking any DNS requests against a database of web servers known to host malware, inject ads or attach cross-site trackers to your browsing session. The DNS-blocking approach means it's not capable of blocking ads served from the same domain that hosts them so no blocking YouTube video ads. On the positive side, it means NetShield works across your entire device, not just on your browser. NetShield also displays a running total of how many of each form of interference it's blocked. It catches most banner ads, but since you can't customize the blocklist in any way, it's best when combined with another browser-level ad blocker. Secure Core servers Here's an interesting one. Secure Core is a form of a common feature known as double VPN or multi-hop VPN, in which a connection runs through two VPN servers before being decrypted. If one server fails or gets compromised, the other server keeps your connection private. Secure Core servers add a second node to your VPN connection. Sam Chapman for Engadget Proton VPN takes this a step further. When you activate Secure Core, your connection will still end at your chosen server location but before that, it will travel through a designated server in Iceland, Sweden or Switzerland. A few touches make Secure Core servers more reliable than the average VPN node: All three countries are safe jurisdictions, with consumer-friendly privacy laws and courts sympathetic to privacy claims. Secure Core data centers are locked down physically; for example, the Iceland location is a refitted military base, and the Sweden location is literally underground. Proton owns and operates all Secure Core locations itself, with no rentals or third-party managers. Almost no other VPNs pay as much attention to physical security as Proton VPN does with this feature. The second hop makes Secure Core connections slower on average, but it's worth it if you have something especially sensitive to do online. Kill switch Proton VPN includes a kill switch, a standard feature. When active, a kill switch cuts off your internet whenever your connection to the VPN drops. This means you're never in danger of leaking your real identity or location, even for a second. It also protects you against the TunnelVision exploit, which requires the hacker to make a fake VPN server. Split tunneling Split tunneling is included on the Windows and Android apps, but users on other devices can access it through the browser extension. With split tunneling, some apps or websites get online through the VPN, while others stay unprotected. Split tunneling with Proton VPN on Android. Sam Chapman for Engadget Proton VPN allows split tunneling by both app and IP address. This grants you a precise level of control over your split, as long as you know the IP of each website you're placing on the list (you can find that out using DNS checker ). Torrenting servers and port forwarding Proton VPN is one of the best VPNs for torrenting. It restricts torrenting to P2P servers, but nearly every server on the list is a P2P server only Secure Core servers and some free servers don't permit torrenting. Combine that with the fact that it maintains 96 percent of your upload speeds on average, and you should have few problems using a torrenting client. Proton VPN's list of P2P servers. Sam Chapman for Engadget It also has some support for port forwarding, which can improve torrenting speed. Windows and Linux users can enable it with a simple toggle, which provides an active port number for configuring private servers. Mac users can set up port forwarding through manual OpenVPN or WireGuard configurations. Tor over VPN A handful of Proton VPN servers route you directly to the Tor network after encrypting your connection. While connected to one of these Tor over VPN servers, which are marked with TOR in their names and an onion symbol, you'll be able to open .onion links on a normal browser. This is more than just convenient Tor over VPN is the safest way to access the dark web. With the VPN as an intermediary, you're never connecting to Tor with your own IP address, so malicious node operators can't see your real identity. For maximum privacy, use Tor Browser to create your Proton VPN account, so you're never exposed at any point in the process. Proton VPN has Tor servers in six countries (the U.S., France, Switzerland, Sweden, Germany and Hong Kong). Each just has one Tor server, except the United States, which gets two. Tor over VPN is supported on all platforms, but it won't work on Mac or iOS unless you have the kill switch enabled. Profiles A profile on Proton VPN is a group of pre-established settings you can use to quickly configure the VPN for a particular task. Two profiles are available from the start: Fastest, which connects to the fastest server, and Random, which always connects to a different server. You can create more profiles by toggling four settings: Feature: The type of server used. Choose from Standard, Secure Core, P2P or Tor over VPN. Country: The country to which the profile connects. Server: A server within that country. You can also select fastest or random. Protocol: Which VPN protocol the profile will use. Smart can be selected. As an example, say you want to watch a TV series that's only available on Netflix in Canada. You could create a profile called Netflix Canada that connects to the fastest Canadian server with just one click. We'd call profiles situationally useful, but they can save a lot of time if you regularly perform the same action on your VPN. Proton VPN customer support options We went to Proton VPN's FAQ pages with two questions that came up while researching other sections: which of Proton VPN's servers are managed by third parties, and why do certain server locations (like Marseilles) run slow despite the app showing a light load? You can access the help center through any of Proton VPN's apps, or by going directly to the website. Articles appear to be organized into six categories. Oddly, clicking any category button only shows you a handful of the articles in that section for example, the Troubleshooting category looks like it only has five articles. If you type troubleshooting into the search bar, though, you'll see dozens pop up. There are even some sections, like Billing, that don't appear on the main page at all. It has the feel of a website update that wasn't adequately brought in line with the bulk of the support content. Until Proton fixes it, just use the search bar for everything. The articles themselves are well-written, give or take some stilted English. Getting quick help We couldn't find written answers to our questions about ownership and server load, so we turned to live chat. Free users should keep in mind that live chat support is only available on paid accounts, but there's a fairly active subreddit at r/protonvpn where Proton staff frequently post. Live chat is not intuitively located on protonvpn.com. We finally found it by scrolling all the way to the bottom of the main page, only to be told nobody was online to help at the moment live chat is only accessible from 9 AM to midnight Central European Time (CET). We submitted our question about the Marseille servers as an email ticket instead. Sam Chapman for Engadget This part was easy, at least, as the form helpfully populated our system information. We also got a prompt response within 24 hours. We ended the interaction there, as we weren't able to reproduce the sluggish behavior on the French server locations, but it's nice to know the team will answer quickly. Proton VPN background check: The CERN origins of Proton AG Proton VPN launched in 2017 , but its team's experience goes back much farther. The founders of its parent company, Proton AG, met while working at CERN in Switzerland, and the company remains under Swiss jurisdiction. Their first product, Proton Mail, went live in 2014 after a successful crowdfunding campaign, and claims to have 100 million users today. Proton VPN was Proton AG's second project. Like Proton Mail, it consists of a free plan supplemented by paid upgrades. Since then, Proton has introduced several more products: Proton Calendar in 2020, Proton Drive cloud storage in 2022 and the Proton Pass password manager in 2023, each designed around using end-to-end encryption to make user data inaccessible. The Proton Foundation Proton announced in 2024 that the majority of its shares had been acquired by the Proton Foundation, a nonprofit whose only purpose is to control Proton stock. Among other benefits, this prevents it from being purchased by anyone who disagrees with its mission. To sell to an objectionable parent company, the entire board of trustees would have to agree, which feels unlikely based on Proton's track record. Throughout Proton's history, we only found two incidents serious enough to comment on, and only one of them concerned Proton VPN. We'll cover them both below. ProtonMail law enforcement collaboration allegations On the page that hosts its annual transparency report , Proton states openly that it may be legally compelled to disclose certain user information to Swiss authorities (see the Privacy Policy section of this article for more on precisely what information that describes). In 2021, the company admitted it had given Swiss police (acting on a French warrant) a ProtonMail user's IP address and device logs. The police arrested the user, a French environmental activist. While that's unnerving for privacy-minded users, there are some important contextual issues to consider. Most importantly, ProtonMail is not governed by the same policy as Proton VPN. At the time the case unfolded, Swiss law obliged all email companies to comply with court orders from Swiss authorities to hand over data. VPNs aren't subject to those retention requirements . Today, Swiss email companies have been reclassified so they're also exempt from data retention requirements, thanks in part to a policy change Proton fought for . A representative from Proton confirmed that under Swiss law, we are not obligated to save any user connection logs. It's also reassuring that, despite complying with the subpoena, Proton wasn't able to turn over the contents of any emails. Alleged WireGuard memory vulnerability In January 2025, researchers at Venak Security alleged that Proton VPN lacks memory protection for keys generated under the WireGuard protocol, which might let hackers scrape the keys and decrypt intercepted communications. Proton responded to Venak in a blog post , which a Proton representative confirmed remains their official response to the allegations. In short: the Venak article only demonstrates that it's possible to view public keys, not private ones. This isn't much of a bombshell, given that public is right there in the name. But asymmetric encryption the kind used by VPN protocols like WireGuard requires both keys to decrypt any messages. Even if a hacker were able to get ahold of a private key, they likely wouldn't be able to use it for anything. WireGuard incorporates perfect forward secrecy by default, changing session keys often enough that any given key is obsolete by the time it's stolen. Final verdict In short, we're prepared to recommend Proton VPN to almost anybody. Whether you're mainly concerned with security, streaming or something else, chances are good that you'll be satisfied. The only serious downsides are that the long-term plans are overpriced and that it's hard to get live tech support if you live outside of Europe. It's also our unqualified pick for the best free VPN, but with the caveat that it's a bad choice for anyone who needs to choose specific server locations. If all you care about is staying hidden from your ISP and advertisers, Proton should be your first choice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/vpn/proton-vpn-review-2025-a-nonprofit-service-with-premium-performance-153046073.html?src=rss
Cricket World Cup: New Zealand captain Sophie Devine described her teams first win of the ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025 as really pleasing, after the White Ferns produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat Bangladesh Women by 100 runs at the Baraspara Stadium in Guwahati on Friday. Really pleasing for this side to get on the board, Devine said after the match. Tough circumstances with the bat for both Brooke and me. But we accepted the fact that it won't be easy. And the bowlers did the rest. After two narrow losses, New Zealand finally found their balance built on a fighting fourth-wicket stand between Devine (63 off 85) and Brooke Halliday (69 off 104), followed by a clinical bowling display that bundled Bangladesh out for 127 in 39.5 overs. Opting to bat first on a sluggish surface, New Zealand were in early trouble at 35/3, with Suzie Bates (29) run out after a mix-up and Georgia Plimmer (4) and Amelia Kerr (1) departing cheaply. But Devine and Halliday steadied the innings with patience and discipline, adding 112 runs for the fourth wicket to guide the White Ferns out of danger. Hallidays fluent half-century and Devines composed knock, her second successive fifty of the tournament, formed the backbone of New Zealands 227/9. Contributions from Maddy Green (25) and Lea Tahuhu (12) helped the total past 220. Devine later revealed that her innings had its own test of endurance. I was running a bit low on sugar levels. Just tried to take some sugar and jellies. Just another challenge in the conditions that are already tough. Its all part and parcel of diabetes and playing at this level, she said. Bangladeshs bowlers, led by the impressive Rabeya Khan (3/30), bowled with discipline early on but lost control in the final overs. Nahida Akter (1/36) and Fahima Khatun (1/37) provided support, while pacer Marufa Akter (1-58) struggled for consistency. In reply, Bangladesh never found momentum. Rosemary Mair struck twice in her first spell on her tournament return, and Jess Kerr continued the damage to leave them reeling at 26/3 inside the powerplay. Only Fahima Khatun (34), Rabeya Khan (25), and Nahida Akter (17) reached double digits as the innings folded for 127. Mair showed what we were missing with the ball upfront attacking the stumps. Lea also bowled beautifully, and I thought she lost six kgs due to sweat, judging by her shirt! Good performance in her 100th ODI, Devine said, smiling. Anyone can beat anyone. Bangladesh pushed England the other day. With the weather around and the run rate, every point is gold. Well take every game as it comes. In reply, Bangladesh never found momentum. Rosemary Mair struck twice in her first spell on her tournament return, and Jess Kerr continued the damage to leave them reeling at 26/3 inside the powerplay. Only Fahima Khatun (34), Rabeya Khan (25), and Nahida Akter (17) reached double digits as the innings folded for 127. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Reflecting on her sides limited exposure to stronger teams, she added, We just get to play against the top sides when we play the ICC tournaments. We have a lack of experience over there. I am hoping that the bowlers will continue the same way; the batters need to step up. Article Source: IANS
Women's World Cup: Devine, Halliday, And Bowlers Script New Zealand's 100-run Win Over Bangladesh
Cricket World Cup: A gritty batting display from Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday, followed by a clinical bowling effort, powered New Zealand to a commanding 100-run victory over Bangladesh in their ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025 clash at Baraspara Stadium, Guwahati, on Friday. The win marked New Zealands first triumph of the tournament, lifting them to fifth on the points table. After opting to bat first on a sluggish surface, New Zealand posted 227/9 in their 50 overs, thanks to a fighting 112-run stand for the fourth wicket between Devine and Halliday. Coming together after a shaky start at 35/3, the pair rebuilt the innings with composure and precision. Halliday top-scored with a fluent 69 off 104 balls, while skipper Devine anchored the innings with 63 off 85 deliveries, her second successive fifty of the tournament. Earlier, Suzie Bates provided a steady start before a mix-up saw her run out for 29, while Georgia Plimmer (4) and Amelia Kerr (1) fell cheaply as Bangladesh took control early. But Devine and Hallidays partnership steadied the White Ferns before both departed, trying to accelerate. Late contributions from Maddy Green (25), Isabella Gaze (12), Lea Tahuhu (12), and Eden Carson (4) lifted the total past 220. Bangladeshs bowlers impressed in patches, led by young leg-spinner Rabeya Khan, who starred with 3-30 in her 10 overs. She was supported by Marufa Akter (1-58), Nahida Akter (1-36), Nishita Akter Nishi (1-47), and Fahima Khatun (1-37), though the pacers leaked runs at the back end. In reply, Bangladeshs batting faltered under relentless pressure from the New Zealand bowlers. Rosemary Mair and Jess Kerr struck early, reducing Bangladesh to 26/3 inside the powerplay. Fahima Khatun fought with a valiant 34, while Rabeya Khan (25) and Nahida Akter (17) were the only others to reach double figures as Bangladesh folded for 127 in 39.5 overs. Jess Kerr was outstanding with 3-21 in 8 overs, while Lea Tahuhu, celebrating her 100th ODI, matched her with 3-22 in 6 overs. Mair made an impressive return with 2-20, and spinners Amelia Kerr (1-23) and Eden Carson (1-13) wrapped up the tail, sealing a comprehensive win in the 40th over. In reply, Bangladeshs batting faltered under relentless pressure from the New Zealand bowlers. Rosemary Mair and Jess Kerr struck early, reducing Bangladesh to 26/3 inside the powerplay. Fahima Khatun fought with a valiant 34, while Rabeya Khan (25) and Nahida Akter (17) were the only others to reach double figures as Bangladesh folded for 127 in 39.5 overs. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score New Zealand 227/9 in 50 overs (Brooke Halliday 69, Sophie Devine 63; Rabeya Khan 3-30, Nahida Akter 1-36) beat Bangladesh 127 all out in 39.5 overs (Fahima Khatun 34, Rabeya Khan 25; Jess Kerr 3-21, Lea Tahuhu 3-22) by 100 runs Article Source: IANS
Women's World Cup: New Zealand annihilate B'desh with 100-run victory
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DEHRADUN: Ahead of Diwali, potters in Dehraduns historic Kumhar Mandi, a hub steeped in seven decades of ceramic tradition, are working overtime to meet the surging demand for traditional clay 'diyas' (lamps) and idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha. This year, the market is buzzing with colourful, freshly moulded lamps, designed to capture the publics festive spirit. The move comes as both the Central and State governments continue to strongly advocate for the increased use of indigenous, locally made products for the celebrations. The Kumhar Mandi, located on Chakrata Road, is witnessing a significant spike in customer interest. Shoppers are already flocking to purchase the essential clay lamps and deity idols required for the auspicious Diwali Puja. However, the backbone of this industrythe availability of quality clayis proving to be a major hurdle. Babu Prajapati, an artisan connected to the trade, noted the increasing difficulty in sourcing quality clay from select locations. For years, artisans in the Kumhar Mandi have appealed to local representatives and the government for an adequate, consistent supply. The demand for their handmade 'diyas' has risen steadily year after year, often leaving the potters unable to meet the festive consumption entirely. This shortfall forces many to rely on supplies imported from other States like Gujarat, Kolkata, Delhi, and Mumbai. Adding to the production woes, the recent heavy monsoon season severely hampered outdoor work. Speaking to TNIE, Chotelal Prajapati from the Kumhar Mandi shared his frustration: The excessive rainfall this monsoon season prevented potters from making enough 'diyas'. The demand for clay products is extremely high right now, but we simply do not have enough stock. Chotelal added that a few potters managed to sell their entire pre-made stock -- wholesale -- leaving them to depend on selling the more ornate, 'fancy' lamps and idols brought in from other States to fill the demand-supply gap, now. Customers in the Mandi emphasise the importance of purity in the materials used for the sacred festival. Many prefer purchasing directly from the potters to ensure 'authenticity'. Worshipping with clay 'diyas' and clay idols of Lakshmi and Ganesha during Diwali is deeply connected to our culture, noted one consumer while making a purchase. As the festival nears, the potters of Dehradun continue to light the path towards a traditional Diwali, even as they navigate modern supply chain struggles.
Women's World Cup: Devine, Hallidays Fighting Knocks Help New Zealand Surge To 227/9
New Zealand Women: A gritty partnership between skipper Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday helped New Zealand Women recover from a shaky start to post 227/9 against Bangladesh Women in their Womens World Cup 2025 clash at Baraspara Stadium on Thursday. While Devine and Halliday steadied the innings with a commanding 112-run stand for the fourth wicket, Bangladeshs young leg-spinner Rabeya Khan starred with the ball, claiming 3/30 to keep her side in the contest. Opting to bat first, New Zealand got off to a cautious start on a sluggish surface. Suzie Bates finally found form in this edition and provided a solid platform, but her dismissal on 29 following a mix-up with partner Georgia Plimmer triggered a mini-collapse. Plimmers struggles ended on 4 off 18 balls after being stumped in the ninth over, and soon after, Amelia Kerr was cleaned up by Rabeya for 1, leaving the White Ferns reeling at 35/2 at the end of the powerplay. Thats when Devine and Halliday took charge. Showing remarkable patience and composure, the pair steadied the ship, rotating strike effectively and capitalising on loose deliveries. Halliday reached a well-composed fifty off 80 balls before falling for 69 in the 39th over. Devine continued the resistance, bringing up her half-century off 82 balls and later perishing for a fighting 63 while attempting to accelerate. Lower-order contributions from Maddy Green (25), Isabella Gaze (12), Lea Tahuhu (12), and Eden Carson (4) added some valuable runs as New Zealand closed on 227/9 after 50 overs. Bangladesh, after dominating the first phase of play, failed to pick up wickets regularly in the middle overs a lapse that allowed New Zealand to rebuild. Rabeya Khan was the standout performer with her disciplined spell of 3-30 from 10 overs. She was well supported by Marufa Akter (1-58), Nahida Akter (1-36), Nishita Akter Nishi (1-47), and Fahima Khatun (1-37), though the pacers were on the expensive side. With 227 runs to chase on a slow, sluggish pitch, Bangladesh will need a composed batting effort to overhaul the target and maintain their momentum in the tournament. Bangladesh, after dominating the first phase of play, failed to pick up wickets regularly in the middle overs a lapse that allowed New Zealand to rebuild. Rabeya Khan was the standout performer with her disciplined spell of 3-30 from 10 overs. She was well supported by Marufa Akter (1-58), Nahida Akter (1-36), Nishita Akter Nishi (1-47), and Fahima Khatun (1-37), though the pacers were on the expensive side. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score New Zealand 227/9 in 50 overs (Brooke Halliday 69, Sophie Devine 63; Rabeya Khan 3-30, Nadiha Akter 1-36) against Bangladesh Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Jaiswals Unbeaten 173 And Sudharsans 87 Headline Indias Dominant First Day (Ld)
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his ascent in international cricket arena with a commanding unbeaten 173, while B Sai Sudharsan kept his critics at bay by making a fine 87 as India posted 318/2 in 90 overs at stumps on day one of the second and final Test against West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday. From the time captain Shubman Gill won his first toss as Indias Test skipper and chose to bat on a slow pitch on a bright day with 11,000 spectators in attendance, everything went Indias way. Jaiswal and KL Rahul put on a steady 58-run stand before the former was involved in a huge 193-run partnership with Sudharsan, who hit his first Test fifty in India. Jaiswal shifted gears post-lunch to bring up his hundred with flair in a knock where he started watchfully, feasted only on bad balls, and then got runs effortlessly. The final session saw a slowdown in scoring rate, but India remained in control. Jaiswal crossed 150 for the fifth time in his young Test career, and looks set for garnering more runs on day two, with skipper Shubman Gill also looking solid while slog-sweeping his way to 20 not out. The standout aspect of the day, though, was Jaiswals knock being as a masterclass in tempo control as an opening batter. He absorbed pressure early, capitalised on loose deliveries in the middle session and tightened up again when West Indies regained discipline late in the day. West Indies, meanwhile, bowled with discipline in patches, with no extras conceded all day and had an excellent over rate. But that wasnt enough for any other bowler apart from Jomel Warrican to be amongst the wicket-takers. The chants in the stadium were initially for Kohli, Kohli, referring to the veteran batting stalwart and local lad. But it quickly changed to Jaiswal, Jaiswal by lunch. Those chants were made possible thanks to Jaiswal and Rahul negotiating an early swing before opening up with a flurry of boundaries. Rahul played shots which pleased the shutterbugs in the stadium a pristine punch and whip off Seales to pick consecutive boundaries. The barrage of boundaries became three in a row when Jaiswal whipped Justin Greaves. There was an element of sheer swagger in Jaiswal a straight drive off Philip was as fierce as a bullet fired from a rifle. The straight drive would again come up from Jaiswals willow with its execution impeccable on an overpitched ball from Greaves. After the half-century was raised of the opening stand, Rahul had just lofted Khary Pierre for six and looked to dance down the pitch again - this time to Jomel Warrican, but was undone by a sharp turn going past his outside edge and resulting in the batter being stumped for 38. Jaiswal continued to be a class apart rocking back to cut Warrican for four, before lofting and sweeping Roston Chase for boundaries. Sudharsan, walking out at number three under scrutiny, began solidly too with his flicks and punches to keep Indias rhythm intact. The second session began in a thumping fashion for India - Jaiswal cut Jaydon Seales to pick boundaries on the first two balls, before driving a half-volley through cover for four to reach his fifty off 82 balls. While Jaiswal continued to drive and cut with ease, Sudharsan used his quick hands well to flick, punch, drive and sweep nicely for boundaries. On an overpitched delivery from Pierre, Sudharsan got his second Test fifty in 87 balls with a drive going through mid-off for four. Jaiswal made full use of loose balls from Anderson Philip to get boundaries and then a flick from Pierre got him the brace to reach his century, which he celebrated by taking off his helmet, raising his bat and sending a few flying kisses to celebrate a magnificent landmark. The measured and methodical Sudharsan had a life on 58 when Greaves induced a false shot from him, only for Warrican to spill a straightforward chance at short mid-wicket. The third session then began with a bang as Jaiswal pressed forward to crunch Roston Chase through cover for four, before Sudharsan leant well into a drive to take another boundary off him. But Sudharsans knock ended when he was trapped lbw by Warrican, who got the ball to spin back in sharply from over the wicket where the batter was caught at the crease yet again. Sudharsan reviewed the decision at the fag end, but replays confirmed the dismissal, as he walked back to the pavilion 13 runs short of what could have been his first Test century. With Gill hitting two glorious slog sweeps off Pierre, Jaiswal continued to be ominous by driving off him and then cutting fiercely off Warrican for picking up two boundaries. Jaiswal brought up his 150 with a flick off the pads on his 224th ball and raised his bat to acknowledge the applause from teammates and fans. With West Indies taking the second new ball, Jaiswal and Gill were at their cautious best, before getting back to hitting boundaries. But Sudharsans knock ended when he was trapped lbw by Warrican, who got the ball to spin back in sharply from over the wicket where the batter was caught at the crease yet again. Sudharsan reviewed the decision at the fag end, but replays confirmed the dismissal, as he walked back to the pavilion 13 runs short of what could have been his first Test century. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 318/2 in 90 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 173 not out, B Sai Sudharsan 87; Jomel Warrican 2-60) against West Indies. Article Source: IANS
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