Singhania familys JKC Sports plans 150 crore sports infrastructure expansion
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Drishyam 3 Boc: Ajay Devgn-starrer records second-biggest Hindi opening of 2026
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South Africas Malibongwe Maketa appointed as Bangladesh senior men's assistant coach
Digital Desk | Dhaka, Oct 2 (IANS) The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Friday said it has appointed South Africas Malibongwe Maketa as the assistant coach of the national senior mens team on a two-year contract running from October 2026 to November 2028. Maketa, 46, replaces Mohammad Salahuddin, who was recently reassigned to head the BCBs High Performance Unit and is currently with the Bangladesh team, which will take on Sri Lanka in the Asian Games mens T20 bronze medal game at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, on Saturday. Maketa, a Cricket South Africa (CSA) Level 4-qualified coach, will link up with the Bangladesh squad in the United Arab Emirates ahead of their upcoming assignment featuring a one-off Test against Afghanistan, followed by an ODI tri-series against Afghanistan and Zimbabwe. I am pleased to accept the position of assistant coach with the Bangladesh national team. I am truly grateful for the trust and confidence placed in me by the Bangladesh Cricket Board, and I look forward to contributing positively to the teams success, Maketa said in an official statement. Bringing over two decades of coaching experience across domestic, international, and high-performance cricket in South Africa, Maketa previously worked as the assistant coach of the Proteas men's team from 2017 to 2019, which included the 2019 ICC Mens ODI World Cup campaign in England. During his previous stint with the South Africa mens senior team, Maketa was part of the coaching setup that secured home Test series wins against Australia and India, alongside bilateral series victories over Sri Lanka and Pakistan. We have a young and exciting team, and I am looking forward to working alongside Phil (Simmons) and the rest of the coaching staff to help bring out the best in the players and support their continued development. Thank you once again for the opportunity. I am excited to begin this journey and contribute to the Bangladesh National Team, he added. Maketas input will also be crucial in Bangladesh making a future all-format bilateral tour of South Africa starting mid-November, and is followed by the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup. In a lengthy coaching career in South Africa, Maketa has held key development positions, including head coach of South Africa A, South Africa U19, the National Academy, and the Warriors franchise. In his most recent roles, he guided the South Africa Emerging side to the CSA One-Day Cup Division 2 title in the 2023/24 season and coached the South Africa U19 team to the semi-finals of the ICC U19 Mens World Cup.
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Bengal: SER announces 19 pairs of special trains for festive rush
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 2 (IANS) With the festive season approaching, South Eastern Railway (SER) has announced a number of special trains to clear the passenger rush. These trains will be run between various locations before Durga Puja, Diwali and Chhath for the convenience of passengers. Coaches have also been added to regular trains to increase capacity. SER will run 19 pairs of special trains. These will make 344 trips during the festival season. In addition, one pair of special trains operated by other zonal railways will also run through SER's network. We have also added 30 coaches permanently to various trains, further enhancing passenger-carrying capacity and strengthening the availability of accommodation on regular services, an official said. The special trains will originate from stations such as Shalimar, Santragachi, Digha, Ranchi, Hatia and Adityapur, and will run towards Charlapalli, Visakhapatnam, Khurda Road, Ajmer, Naharlagun, Puri, Thiruvananthapuram, Malda Town, Anand Vihar, Bano, Alipurduar, Bengaluru, Mumbai and Lucknow. A lot of planning was involved, the official said, adding that reservation details had been studied to understand where people from a particular place wanted to travel. The trains were decided accordingly. SER had run 19 special train services during the festive season in 2025. These trains had made 356 trips. Subsequently, eight pairs of these special trains were regularised as permanent services, providing passengers with continued connectivity beyond the festival season. In addition, 28 special trains from other zones passed through SER's jurisdiction. In 2025, as many as 74 coaches were augmented on a permanent basis on various regular trains to meet the additional demand. These arrangements will help those travelling to tourist destinations during the festival season, as well as those returning home from their places of occupation, the official said. He added: Hopefully, these arrangements will be sufficient. If required, further arrangements can be made depending on demand.
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Drishyam: The Conclusion: Check Day 1 Box Office Collection of Ajay Devgn-Tabu Starrer Thriller
Directed by Abhishek Pathak, Drishyam 3: The Conclusion is the third and final chapter of the Hindi Drishyam franchise.
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Highlights Nicolas Cage has compared the Marvel Cinematic Universe to a well-funded and glorified WWE The actor criticised the franchises focus on large-scale action over character-driven storytelling His comments come days after his Marvel series Spider-Noir was cancelled after one season Nicolas Cage has criticised the direction of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, comparing the superhero franchise to a well-funded and glorified WWE. The Oscar-winning actor made the comments during an appearance at Fan Expo Dallas, where he reflected on the early days of Marvels interconnected storytelling. Cage said he initially admired the way Marvel brought different characters and their stories together. However, he feels the franchise has increasingly focused on large-scale battles and action sequences. Nicolas Cage takes aim at Marvels action focus Cage praised the early Marvel films for the way they developed individual characters and connected their stories. It started out, in my view, terrific, he said, describing the way the films wove all the threads together and explored characters backstories. He then explained why he now has a different view of the franchise. I do say this with love, Cage said, before criticising the sight of older actors and remarkably gifted thespians putting on superhero costumes and preparing for another fight. He added that when the focus ultimately becomes the battle, it is difficult for him not to see the MCU as a well-funded and glorified WWE. Cages Marvel connection Cage is not part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but he has played several characters connected to Marvel. He portrayed Johnny Blaze, also known as Ghost Rider, in Ghost Rider (2007) and Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2012). More recently, he starred as the title character in Sonys Spider-Noir , a live-action series based on the Marvel character. The show was cancelled after its eight-episode first season. Cage has previously spoken positively about the opportunity to play Spider-Man Noir, with the series allowing him to explore the character through a noir detective story. What is next for Marvel? The MCU has grown from Iron Man in 2008 into a sprawling franchise spanning films and television series. The franchise is now preparing for its next major crossover with Avengers: Doomsday , which is scheduled for release in December. Meanwhile, Marvel is also developing a new Ghost Rider film, with Ryan Gosling set to play the title character. The film is currently scheduled for release in July 2028.
The Halo franchise is reportedly being rebooted under Activision that will delve into Master Chief's backstory. This fresh narrative is designed to engage both new gamers and devoted fans alike. Early reports indicate the game will leverage the Infinity Ward Engine for stunning graphics, with current development stages focusing on gameplay mechanics for both the campaign and multiplayer aspects.
Drishyam The Conclusion has arrived in cinemas, bringing the story of Vijay Salgaonkar, played by Ajay Devgn, to its concluding chapter. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film brings back several members of the franchise cast, including Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor and Kamlesh Sawant, while also featuring Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj. The release marks the latest chapter in a franchise that has continued to build on the world and characters established in the earlier films. Ahead of the release, the film also recorded significant pre-release ticket sales as audiences booked their seats for the conclusion of Vijay Salgaonkars story. Star Studio18, which has been associated with the franchise, has reflected on the evolution of Drishyam from an individual film into a continuing film property. Alok Jain, Head Hindi & English Entertainment (Streaming, TV & Studios), JioStar, spoke about the studios involvement in developing the franchise. At Star Studio18, we saw the potential of Drishyam from the very first film. We believed this was a story that could resonate strongly with Hindi audiences, and backed that belief with creative, marketing and distribution efforts to build it into a franchise. More than a decade and three films later, Drishyam has grown into one of the most loved franchises, and an enduring IP that audiences have truly made their own. Were incredibly proud to have been part of that journey and to see the world and its characters become so deeply embedded in popular culture. Jain also discussed the creative challenge of continuing a franchise that comes with an established audience and expectations. He said, With a successful franchise comes both an advantage and a responsibility. Audiences come in with familiarity and expectations, but you cannot simply recreate what worked before. With every Drishyam, our focus has been to give audiences something new, exciting and unpredictable, while staying true to the emotion and characters they have grown to love. The audience has always been at the centre of this franchise, and that has guided us through every chapter. Drishyam The Conclusion carries that same responsibility to deliver a fitting finale to a story and a world that audiences have made their own. Drishyam The Conclusion is directed by Abhishek Pathak and written by Abhishek Pathak, Aamil Keeyan Khan and Parveez Shaikh. The film stars Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, Prakash Raj, Kamlesh Sawant, Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav, among others. Presented by Star Studio18 and produced by Panorama Studios, the film is produced by Alok Jain, Ajit Andhare, Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak. Drishyam The Conclusion is currently playing in cinemas. Also Read: Drishyam The Conclusion Evening Box Office Update: Film jumps to Rs. 33.50 cr nett by 5 PM; occupancy at 52%
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Directed by Abhishek Pathak, Drishyam 3: The Conclusion is the third and final chapter of the Hindi Drishyam franchise.
Ajay Devgn is back as Vijay Salgaonkar in Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, which has arrived in theatres as the final chapter of the popular crime thriller franchise. As the film begins its theatrical run, viewers are already curious about when they will be able to watch the much-awaited conclusion from home. Early reactions have also focused on its suspense, twists and performances, adding to interest around what comes next for the franchise.
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Pandya Key To India's Balance In 2027 ODI WC, Biggest Challenge Is To Get Him Fit, Says Ganguly
ODI World Cup: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes star fast-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya will be vital to maintaining the sides balance at the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup in South Africa, adding that keeping him fit and match-ready will be head coach Gautam Gambhirs biggest off-field challenge leading into the marquee event. The ICC officially launched the schedule for the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup in Cape Town on Thursday and set the stage for the tournament to commence in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia from October 2 to November 21. Pandya has played two ODI World Cups for India in 2019 and 2023, where he was ruled out of the competition after sustaining an ankle injury in the clash against Bangladesh in Pune. I think Hardik Pandya is very important to India's balance in the World Cup. That's one of Gambhir's and the team's biggest challenges, to get him fit on the park. I don't think he plays enough cricket, but for India, the balance has got to be right. If Hardik is injured, the next best option is Nitish Reddy. But if they have to look at Nitish Reddy as a second option to Hardik Pandya, then he must play all cricket till the World Cup. Jadeja is another option, whether they will look at him, because he is a terrific batter at number seven and is playing against the West Indies currently. But I think in October in South Africa, you will need a seaming all-rounder because none of the top five batters bowl. So you will have to get that fifth or sixth bowling option from somewhere. So that's an area where India needs to find the right person. And that's why I keep saying Pandya is very important, said Ganguly to JioStar. Having a glance at Indias campaign, Ganguly noted that India opening their campaign against Australia, in what will be a re-match of the 2023 World Cup final, rather than facing arch-rivals Pakistan is a good sign, though hes more interested in a potential Super 7 clash against a gun South African team. Good to see that India start with Australia because we are too used to India starting against Pakistan. You have to play two good teams at any stage. It doesn't matter whether it comes first or whether it comes later. I think the ICC has realised that India-Pakistan is no longer the India-Pakistan game in terms of the level of competition. Pakistan is too weak and India have been beating them for a long time. I'm actually looking forward to the India-South Africa game, which will probably take place in the second round. South Africa is a gun team at the moment. Many of the regulars are not even a part of the squad which is playing Australia at the moment, and they have beaten them. Also, a World Cup in South Africa will be phenomenal. I was involved in SA20 last year, and the turnout for the franchise tournament was unreal. Every ground and every stand was full, added Ganguly. Parthiv Patel, the ex-India wicketkeeper-batter who was a part of the Ganguly-led 2003 ODI World Cup team finishing runners-up in South Africa, noted that starting with high-stakes fixtures allows India to fine-tune their combinations and manage key players workloads heading into the business end. This schedule gives you a chance to play two tough matches right at the start, and then you play the other matches, and when the actual business end of the tournament starts, you try to peak again. So you can do all those things with this schedule: your core players can play the first three or four matches, because you will have to manage fitness, form and workloads in this World Cup. It won't be like you go there and just keep playing every game. This schedule gives you a chance to play two tough matches right at the start, and then you play the other matches, and when the actual business end of the tournament starts, you try to peak again. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shivakumar, Vijayendra trade charges over 'deletion of voters' from electoral rolls
Karnataka's Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and BJP State President B Y Vijayendra are exchanging serious accusations. The conflict arises from the ongoing SIR exercise relating to voter registration and removal. Vijayendra alleges irregularities in Mysuru and other regions, while Shivakumar counters with claims of a conspiracy to disenfranchise voters. Both leaders emphasize the need for investigation into the Form-7 applications submitted by various parties.
Actress Shivaleeka Oberoi took to social media on Thursday, October 1, to cheer for her husband and filmmaker Abhishek Pathak as his much-awaited directorial Drishyam The Conclusion arrived in cinemas on October 2. A day before the films release, Shivaleeka shared a heartfelt note along with behind-the-scenes glimpses from the making of the third instalment of the popular thriller franchise. Sharing photos featuring the iconic Salgaonkar house as well as other sets from Drishyam The Conclusion, Shivaleeka reflected on witnessing the filmmakers journey up close. Her post offered a personal glimpse into the hard work and preparation that went into bringing the latest chapter of the story to the big screen. Ive seen the dream, the hard work, the sleepless nights and the heart behind it all. Tomorrow, the world gets to see what Ive been lucky enough to witness, she wrote. Shivaleeka also drew attention to the central theme that has remained at the heart of the Drishyam franchise family. Sharing her confidence in Abhishek Pathaks approach to the story, she added, And if youve watched Drishyam, you already know..when it comes to family, my husband doesnt play around. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shivaleeka Oberoi Pathak (@shivaleekaoberoi) Drishyam The Conclusion brings the long-running story of Vijay Salgaonkar to its latest chapter. Played by Ajay Devgn, Vijay is a middle-class businessman from Goa who has remained at the centre of the police investigation following the disappearance of IG Meera Deshmukhs son. The third instalment comes after the success of Drishyam and Drishyam 2 and is expected to bring the story to its conclusion. While the Malayalam version of the franchise also released its third chapter earlier this year, the Hindi Drishyam The Conclusion is expected to chart a different narrative from its Malayalam counterpart. The film brings back several key members of the cast, including Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta and Rajat Kapoor. The upcoming instalment also expands the ensemble with actors including Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj. With Drishyam The Conclusion now in theatres, Shivaleekas BTS post gives audiences a glimpse of the world that Abhishek Pathak and his team created before the films release. Also Read: Drishyam The Conclusion mania EXPLODES! Theatres add post-midnight shows BEFORE release; exhibitors asked to match Spider-Man, Dhurandhar The Revenge pricing
Directed by Abhishek Pathak, Drishyam: The Conclusion marks the third and final instalment in the Drishyam film franchise
Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, starring Ajay Devgn, has captured the attention of both audiences and critics. On its debut day, the film raked in an impressive Rs 18.51 crore net in India and it is updating live. Advance ticket sales are robust, exceeding Rs 51 crore, and forecasts suggest a strong continuation of this momentum through the weekend. Read on!
SIR row: EC launches re-enrolment drive for omitted voters
The Election Commission has launched a special drive to include eligible citizens who were omitted or deleted during the recent Special Investigative Review (SIR) exercise, as well as to register new and young voters. This initiative follows accusations from opposition parties regarding disenfranchisement and aims to ensure no eligible citizen is left out of the electoral process.
Drishyam 3: The Conclusion has been released in theatres and has received positive feedback from audiences. The film follows Vijay Salgaonkar, played by Ajay Devgn, as he faces new challenges with the law. The story is different from previous adaptations, offering a unique screenplay made specifically for the Hindi audience. Read on to know if its worth watching.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Salman Khan's nephew Arhaan Khan took a trip down memory lane as he shared a series of throwback pictures from his childhood. He gave fans a glimpse into his growing-up years with his cousin Nirvaan Khan, Ayaan Agnihotri and uncle Salman Khan. Arhaan, son of Malaika Arora and actor-filmmaker Arbaaz Khan, shared the pictures on his social media account in a carousel that appeared to capture some of his favourite childhood memories. The post was captioned, pov : youre a pokmon inside a pokeball, with the pictures reflecting his fascination with the popular Japanese franchise. One of the pictures shows young Arhaan posing alongside his cousin Nirvaan. Another throwback captures the two cousins with their uncle Salman Khan on a football field. Salman can be seen sitting on the grass with the boys, wearing a black football jersey bearing his name and the number 10. Arhaan and Nirvaan are seen wearing matching team jerseys, with their names and numbers printed on the back. The carousel also includes a childhood picture of Arhaan and Nirvaan sitting together, with the cousins looking adorable in their younger days. Another photograph shows a young Arhaan engrossed in a game on a Nintendo device, further explaining the Pokemon-themed caption. Keeping the nostalgia going, Arhaan also shared a colourful hand-drawn Pokemon artwork featuring popular characters including Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Charmander. The post prompted an affectionate reaction from his family with Malaika Arora, Arhaan's mother, singling out the second picture and commented, 2 nd pic. She also jokingly addressed another childhood memory, writing, @iamarhaankhan wat have u done to my Casper ? Seema Sajdeh, who is Nirvaan's mother, also reacted to the nostalgic collection, commenting, My boys. For the uninitiated, Arhaan and Nirvaan have grown up sharing a close bond as cousins. Nirvaan is the son of Sohail Khan and Seema Sajdeh, while Arhaan is the son of Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora.
Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar, and this time the story continues with the final chapter: Drishyam 3: The Conclusion. The much-awaited film arrived in theatres on Friday, October 2, 2026, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti, and brings back the suspense and mystery that have been central to the franchise.
ON the occasion of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on 2nd October this year several opposition parties including Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) have launched massive protests across the country demanding resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar who according to the Indian Express expose flagrantly violated the constitutional provisions and rules leading to the appalling erosion of independence of the Election Commission of India for implementing SIR without involving two other Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. It has resulted in the disenfranchisement of crores of voters across India and the expose revealed the shocking decision of Kumar to include illegally and in an unauthorised manner a provision in Form 6 asking the first time voters, using that Form for getting enrolled in the electoral roll, to mention from the electoral roll of 2002 the names of their parents and or grand parents. Additionally the Indian Express revelations laid bare the manipulation of electoral rolls to add and delete voters centrally at the office of Election Commission of India by employing a software which lawfully should have been operated by Electoral Registration Officers posted in different States of the Indian Union. Such egregious transgressions of CEC Kumar with impunity has erased millions of names from the voters list and overwhelmed people with anxiety and desperation. They apprehend that because of their disenfranchisement they would lose their citizenship and all other rights enshrined in the Constitution assuring them their individual dignity. Specious Grounds For Disenfranchisement It is salutary to note that the aforementioned protests unleashed against Kumar in defence of the right to vote of the citizens has an echo of Mahatma Gandhis 1894 heroic struggle in South Africas Natal province for retaining the voting rights of Indians after the Franchise Law Amendment Bill was introduced in the Natal Assembly to take away their restricted franchise rights on very specious grounds. On December 16, 1895 Mahatma Gandhi in his article Indian Franchise wrote that British authorities asked Indians to prove that they were voters in India so as to be entitled to it in Natal. He then asked, Why such a rule for the poor Indians alone? He added that they would not object to such an arrangement if it were applicable to all including whites who were inhabitants of Natal . He noted that the Europeans would find it difficult to get their names on the Voters List in the Colony under such conditions. Colonial Playbook For Disenfranchisement and SIR That colonial play book of 1894 asking Indians in Natal Province of South Africa to prove that they were voters in India is getting replicated in 2026 SIR mandating that those desirous of getting enrolled in the electoral roll should locate their names in the voter list of 2002. Any attempt to ask Europeans to prove their status as voters in the countries from where they came to Natal, in the words of Gandhi, would be received with the strongest indignation. His utterances are resonating in 2026 when people in India are expressing their indignation because the ECI while implementing SIR asked them to prove their citizenship and eligibility as a voter disregarding their enrolment in earlier electoral rolls and Supreme Court in its May 2026 judgement upheld that ECI can examine citizenship of a voter in a limited way. It is instructive to note that the right to vote in Natal in 1894 was restricted to a few and it was available to those possessing immovable property worth 50 pounds. Yet Gandhi in his July 1894 petition to Lord Rippon, Principal Secretary of State for Colonies, stated that any civilised country would value franchise right as the birth right and the commonest right of a citizen and asserted that disenfranchisement of Indians would subject them to indignity and heap insult to the whole Indian nation. Fast forward to 2026 when 13 crores of voters are now facing disenfranchisement due to SIR. Combine it with Indian Express expose pinning the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for his deliberate acts of commission and omission in flouting all rules and norms while taking crucial decisions concerning SIR. All such actions removing millions of voters from the electoral roll constitute an insult to the Indian nation and its Constitution which upholds the dignity of an enfranchised country upholding parliamentary democracy. In the aforementioned petition to Lord Rippon, Gandhi wrote that bereft of voting rights Indians would lose, self-respect, to remain in the Colony and that such a thing would materially interfere with their business, and throw hundreds of Her Majestys Indian subjects out of work. Those articulations of Gandhi uttered in echo in Rahul Gandhis assertions during his Vote Adhikar rally in Bihar in September 2025 that Vote Theft meant theft of rights, theft of employment, theft of education, theft of democracy and theft of the future of the youth. In fact many people whose names were removed from the electoral rolls in West Bengal and Bihar following the implementation of SIR are now being deprived of their opportunities to earn their livelihood, their small business establishments getting demolished and even the ration cards issued to them have been withdrawn. What Indians are facing on account of their disenfranchisement in 2026 were predicted by Mahatma Gandhi when voting rights of settlers of India in Natal were taken away by colonial rulers. He, in his article, The Indian Franchise written on December 16, 1895 very emphatically stated, I repeat again, it is not political power that the Indians want. It is degradation, it is many other consequences and measures that will flow from and will be based on the disfranchisement that they dread and resist. Hundred and thirty one years later Indians suffering the process of disenfranchisement on account of SIR are indeed confronting its dreadful consequences and, therefore, on October 2, 2026, on Gandhi Jayanti, country wide protests have been launched to uphold the jurisprudence of universal adult franchise and flag the point that the constitutionally mandated independence of Election Commission of India must be restored and defended to salvage democracy from the onslaught of the powers that be. Communal Grounds for Disenfranchisement The British rulers of Natal employed communal factors in 1894 to disenfranchise Muslims hailing from India. They manufactured the reasoning that mostly Muslims among Indians were more keen to retain their right to vote. Specifically peddling the false argument that overwhelming numbers of Muslims in the voter list would enable them to wield greater political power over Hindus they cautioned the latter to be wary of the former. Mahatma Gandhi in his aforementioned letter to Rippon referred to charges made by British rulers that a few Indians wanted political power and that those few were Mahomedan agitators and so the Hindus should learn from past experience that the Mahomedan rule would be ruinous for them. He remarked that people of both the communities lived amicably in Natal and such attempts to set the Hindus against the Mahomedans would be most mischievous and calamitous causing grievous results which India tragically faced due to divisive British rule. Juxtapose those observations of Gandhi with the SIR produced curated voter list from which more names of Muslim voters have been deleted across the country. In doing so the play book of colonial rulers in employing Hindu-Muslim narrative to disenfranchise voters is being followed by those operating State apparatus of India during 2025-2026 when SIR process is being carried and adverse consequences on the purity and integrity of electoral process are being unmistakably felt. Debunking Ghuspatia Narrative It is rather tragic that the devious strategy of British rulers of Natal describing Indians settled there as intruders and so should be devoid of right to vote has been replicated by the present rulers of India including CEC Gyanesh Kumar who justified SIR on the ground that Ghuspatias (infiltrators) would be removed from the electoral roll. Mahatma Gandhi in his above mentioned article, Indian Franchise, debunked the characterisation of Indians as intruders and charged that even the white rulers coming from Europe would not be spared of the same charge that they intruded to South Africa. A Retrograde Step It is quite significant that Gandhi described Franchise Law Amendment Bill to disenfranchise Indians as a legislative activity, of a retrograde character. Description of the SIR by opposition leaders as a form of Vote Bandi captures Gandhis words retrograde invoked in the context of Franchise Law Amendment Bill of 1894. That retrograde Bill became an Act but due to petitions of Gandhi that Indians were removed from electoral roll on racial grounds, the UK Government disallowed it. But it was then altered and racial element was removed by providing for the disqualifications as voters of all Asiatics as such. That became an Act and Indians lost their voting rights. Gandhi wrote in his petition to Lord Rippon I take the liberty to say that, had not an attempt been made to tread upon their commercial pursuits, had not attempts been made and repeated to degrade them to the condition of pariahs of society, had not, in fact, an attempt been made to keep them for ever hewers of wood and drawers of water, i.e., in a state of indenture or in one very much resembling it, there would have been no franchise agitation. It is indeed tragic that several decades after splendid success of universal adult suffrage in India and an agitation has been launched in defence of the right to vote, that too on the occasion of birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi whose first struggle in South Africa in 1894 was in defence of the voting rights of Indians who were then disenfranchised. Millions of Indians now losing their right to vote and massive erosion of independence and integrity of the Election Commission under the leadership of CEC Gyanesh Kumar is imperilling democracy in India . The struggle of Mahatma Gandhi in South Africa during 1894-95 against disenfranchisement of Indians in South Africa offers valuable lessons to uphold universal adult franchise and the rights of all Indians who are constitutionally mandated to be treated equally regardless of their identities rooted in faith, caste, language or ethnicity for inclusion in voter list. Presumption of Citizenship In his book Satyagraha in South Africa Gandhi wrote, There is always a general presumption in favour of the right of the subject. So long, therefore, as the government of the day does not become positively hostile, the names of Indians and others could be included in the electoral roll, the above law notwithstanding. Those words are assume salience in the context of the protests against mass disenfranchisement on account of SIR and erroneous functioning of CEC Kumar disregarding the general presumption in favour of the rights of the citizens. Therefore, Mahatma Gandhis 1894 struggled for the rights of Indians in Natal to vote is of enduring significance to save the Constitution.
Pentagon used emergency measure to change voter forms for Americans abroad
Democrats filed a lawsuit Thursday over the Trump administrations recent use of an emergency measure to make changes to the federal voter-registration form used by U.S. service members abroad and citizens residing outside the country, arguing that its an attempt to disenfranchise eligible American voters. The lawsuit follows concerns by advocates for American citizens overseas, who said the changes will spark confusion among eligible voters abroad and officials within U.S. election offices. The Pentagon has saidthe changes are meant to align the form with federal law. More than 2 million Americans living abroad are eligible to cast their ballots in U.S. elections. Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. The new version of the form changes ID requirements and eliminates a checkbox that allows a voter to declare, I am a US citizen living outside the country, I have never lived in the United States. That category, sometimes referred to as never resideds, encompasses the adult children of U.S. citizens who have long lived abroad. The Democratic National Committees lawsuit against the Pentagon and the Office of Management and Budget argues that the federal government manufactured an emergency to justify infringing on the voting rights of never resideds. The DNC is asking the court to declare that the agencies acted unlawfully, stop the federal government from distributing the recently altered version of the form and direct the Pentagon to reissue a previous version of the form. Doris Speer, president of the Association of Americans Resident Overseas, said she believes the changes to the form, known as the Federal Post Card Application, are an effort to deter the overseas vote, not to legally stop people from voting but to make the process so difficult that you really have to want to vote to get through it. The result will be confusion, chaos and fewer overseas votes. The changes to the form follow the Trump administrations unsuccessful efforts to restrict voting by mail and pass sweeping voter ID legislation. That proposed legislation, the Save America Act, would require Americans to prove their citizenship when registering to vote and show photo ID to vote, and permit the Department of Homeland Security to obtain access to voter rolls. The political stakes of the upcoming midterm election are high for the GOP. Republicans are in danger of losing their majority in the House of Representatives, and Democrats have vowed to step up their investigations into President Donald Trump if they are in the majority. In August, the Pentagon sought emergency approval to make several changes to the FPCA, used by U.S. voters abroad to register to vote and request an absentee ballot. The Pentagon did not solicit public feedback on the change, as normally would be a part of the process for a document change of this nature. The Pentagon told The Washington Post in a statement that recent updates were made to streamline voter identification instructions and ensure alignment with Federal law but did not detail which federal law. The Pentagon also did not explain what emergency allowed the government to expedite the form changes. In an Aug. 13 letter to OMBs Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs seeking emergency processing to alter the form, Deputy Undersecretary of War for Personnel and Readiness Sean OKeefe wrote that the changes were necessary because the previous version of the document may have confused voters about the information they are required to provide under Federal law and their eligibility to use these forms to register and vote. In justifying the emergency, OKeefe wrote that the next Federal election is fewer than 90 days away, so there is insufficient time to modify the forms via the standard process, adding that public harm is reasonably likely to result if normal clearance procedures and time periods are followed. Elections are typically scheduled years in advance. Tammy Patrick, a longtime elections administrator who serves as the chief program officer at the National Association of Election Officials, and other advocates for U.S. voters overseas say they still dont understand what constituted an emergency in this case. I dont think there is an actual emergency, Patrick said. I have not heard from any election officials about anything related to our infrastructure, neither at the state level nor at any local level, causing any major concern within our hundreds and hundreds of members. A 1986 law established federal protections for military and overseas voters. But states determine voter eligibility rules and residence requirements. Currently, never resideds are eligible to vote in 37 states based on their parents previous residence. Along with changes to the form itself, the General Services Administrations website for the newly altered form also states that it is for absent Uniform Service members, their families, and citizens residing outside the U.S. intending on returning only. Previously, the federal government made no distinction on who was eligible to use the form based on whether an American citizen intended to return to the United States. Susan Dzieduszycka-Suinat, president and CEO of the nonprofit U.S. Vote Foundation, said that changing the form without an effective public comment process sends a terrible message to the people who have always been part of it: election officials, usability experts, and organizations like ours. That process used to give us a form that supported voter participation and made life easier for election administrators. Speer, with the Association of Americans Resident Overseas, said she wasnt interested in mounting a legal fight ahead of the midterm election, arguing that any effort to stop the federal government from using the new form could create even more confusion for voters. But Dzieduszycka-Suinat said U.S. Vote Foundation is investigating this issue and the emergency process that was used with legal counsel. She said the organization is prepared to fight in court. Eligible never resided voters must now seek their ballots through states, rather than through the federal government. California, for example, is one of 37 states that allow a U.S. citizen who never has lived in the United States to vote if their parent or legal guardian was previously registered to vote as a resident of the state. The California secretary of states office told The Post that the states online voter-registration application continues to include a category for U.S. citizens who have never resided in the U.S. Related Content This article originally appeared on Washington Post at https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/pentagon-used-emergency-measure-change-090000846.html
CJP's protest seeking CEC's resignation to begin today
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced plans for nationwide protests starting Friday. The protests will focus on demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke labeled Kumar a traitor and questioned the integrity of the election process. Furthermore, if his resignation does not occur, millions of disenfranchised voters will take to the streets.
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ILT20 Season 5: Fazalhaq, Livingstone, Gurbaz, Du Plessis headline big money moves in Player Auction
Digital Desk | Dubai, Oct 1 (IANS) Big bucks and blockbuster bids lit up the ILT20 Season 5 Player Auction, with Fazalhaq Farooqi, Liam Livingstone, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Faf du Plessis among those shattering the record of USD 260,000 set by Andre Fletcher and MI Emirates in Season 4. Farooqi led the way as MI Emirates splashed USD 380,000 on the Afghanistan star, followed by Englands Livingstone at USD 350,000 with Gulf Giants. Gurbaz fetched USD 310,000 through the Giants Right-to-Match option, while Faf du Plessis joined Dubai Capitals for USD 300,000. Adding to the star-studded atmosphere, ILT20 Season 5 ambassador Brett Lee was joined at the auction by cricketing greats AB de Villiers, Allan Donald, Shoaib Malik and Usman Khawaja. Babar Azam, Naseem Shah, Shadab Khan and Fakhar Zaman made their way to the Desert Vipers, with all four Pakistan stars secured at their USD 80,000 base price. Babar will make his DP World ILT20 debut in Season 5, while Naseem and Fakhar return to the defending champions for another campaign. The six franchises showed immense faith in UAE players, led by Muhammad Waseem, who became the highest-priced UAE player in DP World ILT20 history after MI Emirates used their Right-to-Match option to secure him for USD 210,000. Alishan Sharafu followed at USD 110,000 with Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. Muhammad Rohid and Aayan Khan both commanded USD 95,000 deals with the Knight Riders and Dubai Capitals, respectively. Khuzaima Bin Tanveer was secured by Desert Vipers for USD 75,000 through RTM, with Vriitya Aravind joining the Vipers for USD 70,000. Talent from Associate Member Nations also made a statement. USAs Amshi De Silva joined Abu Dhabi Knight Riders for USD 100,000, while fellow USA all-rounder Hassan Khan was secured by Dubai Capitals for USD 90,000. Scotlands Brandon McMullen was picked up by Sharjah Warriorz for USD 80,000, while Namibias David Wiese joined Gulf Giants for USD 70,000. Abu Dhabi Knight Riders further splashed out on English all-rounder Moeen Ali, securing the southpaw for USD 80,000. Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib (USD 75,000) and Arab Gul (USD 80,000) lead the Afghanistan contingent, while West Indies' Andre Fletcher and New Zealand's Colin Munro were both signed for USD 40,000. Saudi Arabias Abdul Mannan Ali also joined the Knight Riders, while Kuwaits Ravija Sandaruwan was bought at his base price of USD 10,000. Desert Vipers prioritised retaining their winning combination, exercising their Right-to-Match option for David Payne at USD 150,000. They also secured Englands Aneurin Donald and wicketkeeper-batter Joe Clarke for USD 40,000 each. Saudi Arabias Ishtiaq Ahmed was secured for USD 12,000, while Bilal Tahir of Kuwait was retained at USD 10,000. The Dubai Capitals used their Right to Match option on all-rounder Dasun Shanaka at USD 100,000. They further bolstered their batting stocks with Max Holden at USD 100,000 and the dangerous English opener Phil Salt at his base price of USD 80,000. Meanwhile, Afghanistan's Sediqullah Atal and Karim Janat were roped in at USD 70,000 and USD 40,000 respectively. Kuwaits Anudeep Chenthamara and Saudi Arabias Usman Najeeb were both secured for USD 10,000. After making their intent clear with Livingstone and Gurbaz, the Giants continued to invest heavily, bringing in West Indies pacers Alzarri Joseph for USD 230,000 and Shamar Joseph for USD 80,000. Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran also joined for USD 65,000, while Ireland all-rounder Curtis Campher was secured for USD 22,000. Saudi Arabias Imtiaz Khan joined for USD 10,000, while the Giants deployed a Right-to-Match option on Kuwaits Meet Bhavsar at the same price. MI Emirates made moves in the accelerated rounds, going for Chris Jordan at USD 170,000 and South Africas Lizaad Williams at USD 110,000. The Season 4 finalists also retained Afghanistans Allah Ghazanfar through their Right-to-Match option for USD 150,000. They also secured England's James Coles for USD 100,000 and Sri Lankas Kusal Perera for USD 40,000. Saudi Arabias Zain Ul Abidin and Kuwaits Mohammad Shafeeq were both signed for USD 10,000 The Warriorz strengthened their squad with a strong English core, securing Richard Gleeson for USD 180,000, Paul Walter for USD 110,000, and Tom Banton, Craig Overton and Adil Rashid at their USD 80,000 base price. Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi was acquired for USD 140,000, while South Africas George Linde and UAE all-rounder Ali Naseer joined for USD 40,000 each. Saudi Arabias Mohammad Saqib and Kuwaits Arunraj Selvaraj completed the haul at USD 10,000 apiece. Complete squad list: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Total Spent: USD 1,549,000 Auction Signings: Alishan Sharafu (USD 110,000), Amshi De Silva (USD 100,000), Muhammad Rohid (USD 95,000), Moeen Ali (USD 80,000), Arab Gul (USD 80,000), Usman Tariq (USD 80,000), Gulbadin Naib (USD 75,000), Ibrar Ahmed (USD 46,000), Andre Fletcher (USD 40,000), Ajay Kumar (USD 40,000), Colin Munro (USD 40,000), Michael Pepper (USD 40,000), Qais Ahmad (USD 38,000), Jakeem Pollard (USD 10,000), Abdul Mannan Ali (USD 10,000), Ravija Sandaruwan (USD 10,000), Abdullah Tarakhail (USD 10,000), Lorcan Tucker (USD 10,000) Retentions + Direct Signings: Finn Allen, Jason Holder, Matthew Tromp, Sunil Narine Desert Vipers Total Spent: USD 1,544,000 Auction Signings: David Payne (USD 150,000), Fakhar Zaman (USD 80,000), Naseem Shah (USD 80,000), Babar Azam (USD 80,000), Shadab Khan (USD 80,000), Khuzaima Bin Tanveer (USD 75,000), Vriitya Aravind (USD 70,000), Aneurin Donald (USD 40,000), Abdullah Ahmadzai (USD 40,000), Joe Clarke (USD 40,000), Nangeyalia Kharote (USD 28,000), Sanjay Pahal (USD 22,000), Harry Tector (USD 12,000), Ishtiaq Ahmed (USD 12,000), Nilansh Keswani (USD 10,000), Saleem Safi (USD 10,000), Bilal Tahir (USD 10,000), Wali Muhammad (USD 10,000) Retentions + Direct Signings: Andries Gous, Dan Lawrence, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Shimron Hetmyer Dubai Capitals Total Spent: USD 1,834,000 Auction Signings: Faf du Plessis (USD 300,000), Max Holden (USD 100,000), Dasun Shanaka (USD 100,000), Aayan Khan (USD 95,000), Hassan Khan (USD 90,000), Phil Salt (USD 80,000), Sediqullah Atal (USD 70,000), Mark Adair (USD 55,000), Karim Janat (USD 40,000), Luke Wood (USD 40,000), Tom Moores (USD 40,000), Haider Ali (USD 38,000), Zuhaib Zubair (USD 26,000), Darwish Rasooli (USD 10,000), Muhammad Arfan (USD 10,000), Matt Potts (USD 10,000), Usman Najeeb (USD 10,000), Anudeep Chenthamara (USD 10,000), Masood Ul Rahman Gurbaz (USD 10,000) Retentions + Direct Signings: Marcus Stoinis, Mustafizur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Rovman Powell Gulf Giants Total Spent: USD 1,972,000 Auction Signings: Liam Livingstone (USD 350,000), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (USD 310,000), Alzarri Joseph (USD 230,000), Shamar Joseph (USD 80,000), David Wiese (USD 70,000), Ibrahim Zadran (USD 65,000), Tabraiz Shamsi (USD 40,000), Curtis Campher (USD 22,000), Dhruv Parashar (USD 10,000), Matiullah Khan (USD 10,000), Haider Razzaq (USD 10,000), Imran Mir (USD 10,000), Imtiaz Khan (USD 10,000), Meet Bhavsar (USD 10,000), Shubham Ranjane (USD 10,000), Wahidullah Zadran (USD 10,000), Awais Ahmed (USD 10,000), Sagar Kalyan (USD 10,000), Alick Athanaze (USD 10,000) Retentions + Direct Signings: Azmatullah Omarzai, Blessing Muzarabani, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen MI Emirates Total Spent: USD 2,000,000 Auction Signings: Fazalhaq Farooqi (USD 380,000), Muhammad Waseem (USD 210,000), Chris Jordan (USD 170,000), Allah Ghazanfar (USD 150,000), Lizaad Williams (USD 110,000), James Coles (USD 100,000), Jonny Bairstow (USD 80,000), Kusal Perera (USD 40,000), Jordan Thompson (USD 40,000), Zahoor Khan (USD 30,000), Wasim Akram (USD 10,000), Zain Ul Abidin (USD 10,000), Muhammad Shafeeq (USD 10,000), Asa Tribe (USD 10,000), Raizal Nadir Nather Shah (USD 10,000), Sanjay Krishnamurthi (USD 10,000), Faridoon Dawoodzai(USD 10,000), Ross Adair (USD 10,000) Retentions + Direct Signings: Nicholas Pooran, Rashid Khan, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford Sharjah Warriorz Total Spent: USD 1,792,000 Auction Signings: Richard Gleeson (USD 180,000), Mohammad Nabi (USD 140,000), Paul Walter (USD 110,000), Adil Rashid (USD 80,000), Brandon McMullen (USD 80,000), Tom Banton (USD 80,000), Craig Overton (USD 80,000), George Linde (USD 40,000), Ali Aamer Naseer (USD 40,000), Fareed Malik (USD 40,000), Sharafuddin Ashraf (USD 40,000), Logan van Beek (USD 40,000), Junaid Siddique (USD 10,000), Tanish Suri (USD 10,000), Nabeel Aziz (USD 10,000), George Dockrell (USD 10,000), Mohammad Saqib (USD 10,000), Arunraj Selvaraj (USD 10,000), James Rew (USD 10,000)
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Drishyam The Conclusion lives up to the mammoth expectations. This is, without doubt, the BEST FILM in the Drishyam franchise and also among the BEST FILMS of 2026. SURE-SHOT BLOCKBUSTER. Director Abhishek Pathak, who helmed the second part as well, proves yet again why he is among the finest storytellers today. He understands the DNA of the franchise and takes the story forward without recycling its formula. In fact, the direction and writing emerge as the two strongest pillars of the film. The biggest high point is the Ajay Devgn - Jaideep Ahlawat face-off in the first half. Simply MARVELLOUS. Deserves a standing ovation! The courtroom sequences are another major highlight. In fact, the very first sequence featuring Prakash Raj with Ajay Devgn and his family is yet another brilliant moment. Now, to the all-important climax Does it deliver? Does it culminate convincingly? Does it leave you satisfied? YES, YES, YES. The finale is powerful, gripping, and thoroughly fulfilling. Ajay Devgn returns as the iconic Vijay Salgaonkar the soul of the franchise. The lifeline of Drishyam The Conclusion. He navigates this demanding role with remarkable brilliance. His pre-interval sequence with Jaideep Ahlawat, in particular, will certainly drive audiences back for repeat viewings. Drishyam: The Conclusion | Official Trailer | Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Jaideep Ahlawat | Abhishek Pathak Jaideep Ahlawat is a terrific addition to the Drishyam universe. His performance is controlled yet commanding, and undoubtedly one of the film's biggest strengths. Tabu is fabulous. Anger, hurt, revenge, determination the varied emotions she portrays prove yet again why she was the best choice for this part. Prakash Raj is simply remarkable. His authority and unmistakable screen presence add considerable weight to the proceedings. Shriya Saran is in super form, while Rajat Kapoor brings dignity and conviction to his part. Kamlesh Sawant is top notch, adding further weight to the proceedings. Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav are alright in their respective parts. There's no scope for music in the narrative, but the background score is electrifying and significantly enhances the tension and drama. Final word? Drishyam The Conclusion is sure to rule hearts as well as the boxoffice. A finale that delivers on every front.
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MI Emirates Complete Squad For ILT20 Season 5
Raizal Nadir Nather Shah: MI Emirates have completed their squad for the fifth season of the International League T20 (ILT20), following the Season 5 Player Auction held in Dubai on Thursday. The franchise has added Sri Lanka international Kusal Perera for USD 40,000. England international Chris Jordan was also signed for USD 170,000, adding considerable international and T20 experience, while England batter Jonny Bairstow was the franchises final pick of the auction at USD 80,000. They join a team that already featured pre-auction signings Nicholas Pooran, Rashid Khan, Romario Shepherd and Sherfane Rutherford. Among the headline deals, Fazalhaq Farooqi returns for USD 380,000, the most expensive player in ILT20 history, while Muhammad Waseem was brought back through the Right to Match (RTM) option for USD 210,000, the highest price ever paid for a UAE player at the ILT20 auction. Zahoor Khan also returns for USD 30,000. Farooqi, Waseem and Zahoor have been part of MI Emirates since the inaugural ILT20 season and will now continue with the franchise for a fifth consecutive season, underlining their long-standing association with the team. The franchise further exercised its RTM option on Afghanistan international Allah Ghazanfar, bringing the highly rated young spinner back for Season 5. The completed squad brings together a mix of international experience, T20 expertise and emerging talent as MI Emirates prepare for Season 5. MI Emirates will begin their ILT20 Season 5 campaign in November 2026. International League T20 (ILT20) is sanctioned by the Emirates Cricket Board and features six franchise teams. The ILT20 allows a higher number of overseas players than most T20 leagues, with up to nine overseas players permitted in a playing XI. Each team must also include at least one player from the UAE and one player from an Associate Member nation in the playing XI. The franchise had earlier in the day appointed Mark Boucher as Head Coach of MI Emirates for ILT20 Season 5. Boucher returns to the Mumbai Indians setup, bringing with him a strong connection to the organisation and a wealth of experience across international and franchise cricket. Boucher first joined Mumbai Indians as Head Coach in 2023, before taking charge of MI New York, where he guided the team to the championship title in 2025. A former South African international and accomplished wicketkeeper, Boucher brings extensive playing and coaching experience, along with a strong understanding of the culture and values that connect the organisations teams around the world. MI Emirates Squad Season 5: A former South African international and accomplished wicketkeeper, Boucher brings extensive playing and coaching experience, along with a strong understanding of the culture and values that connect the organisations teams around the world. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Bengal: Floods disrupt train services on Sahibganj Loop
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 1 (IANS) Train services on the historic Sahibganj Loop, a key rail link connecting West Bengal, Jharkhand and Bihar, have been severely affected over the past several days after the Ganga eroded the embankment between Sakrigali and Maharajpur stations. The affected stretch forms part of the Sahibganj-Barharwa section of the loop. A large number of personnel are working round the clock at the site to reinforce the embankment with boulders and other materials. While all services on the Down line have been suspended, train movement continues on the Up line under speed restrictions. Eastern Railway (ER) has cancelled several trains and diverted many others. Some trains are also being short-terminated and short-originated. A senior ER official said the situation arose after the water level in the Ganga began rising. At one stage, the river was barely 15 meters from the tracks, and part of the embankment had been eroded. The official said restoration work began after the water receded to a safe distance and that workforce and materials were already in place. This section in Jharkhand forms part of the Sahibganj Loop. Barharwa is a major junction connecting routes towards Sahibganj, Bhagalpur, Rampurhat and Howrah. The Sahibganj Loop holds immense historical significance as part of the original Delhi-Howrah route. The 410-km stretch connects Khana Junction in West Bengal to Kiul Junction in Bihar via Sahibganj. Constructed in the 1860s, it was originally part of the main rail route between Howrah and Delhi. The Railways later built a shorter chord line that could handle higher traffic volumes. That route subsequently became the main line, while the older alignment came to be known as the Sahibganj Loop. The stretch is known for its scenic alignment along the Ganga. However, its proximity to the river has led to operational disruptions during this years floods. Nearly 18 trains, including the Howrah-Sahibganj Intercity Express, have been cancelled. Trains such as the Ballia-Sealdah Express and the Kathgodam-Howrah Bagh Express have been diverted via Munger, Bhagalpur, Banka, Deoghar and the Jasidih Bypass. The Delhi-Kamakhya Brahmaputra Mail and the 15734 Bhatinda-Balurghat Farakka Express will be diverted via Jamalpur, Munger and Katihar. The Gaya-Howrah Express will operate through Kiul, Jhajha and Asansol. The Bhagalpur-Ranchi Vananchal Express and the 13072 Jamalpur-Howrah Express will be diverted via Bhagalpur, Dumka and Rampurhat. If the weather remains favourable, restoration work will be completed soon, and services will return to normal after the necessary clearances, an official said.
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SA20 Season 5: Du Plessis, Van Der Dussen, Mulder Headline Player Auctions Shortlist
Joburg Super Kings: 95 South African cricketers and 61 overseas stars are set to go under the hammer at the October 7 auction for 19 remaining slots ahead of the milestone in Season 5 of the SA20, South Africa's franchise-based domestic T20 competition. A total of 789 players had registered for the auction, which has now grown into one of the most anticipated events on the South African sporting calendar, before the list was trimmed down to 156 players. It will be a smaller auction compared to last year, with most of the teams having retained their core group from the previous edition. Durbans Super Giants and Paarl Royals have already completed their 19-player squads and will not be taking part in the auction. A maximum of $2.11 million will be spent, with Joburg Super Kings and MI Cape Town having to fill six slots each. Former JSK skipper Faf du Plessis, all-rounder Wiaan Mulder, pacer Nandre Burger and veteran top-order batter Rassie van der Dussen will be among some of the biggest South African names on whom the four teams will have their eyes. Du Plessiss appetite for the franchise circuit remains strong, with the veteran recently topping the run-scoring charts in Europe. The two U23 spots are expected to be hotly contested. After fetching the joint-highest bid in the Season 2 auction, fast bowler Matthew Boast features strongly in this category, along with former SA U19 captain Jason Rowles. The first four auctions have produced fairytale stories, from Tristan Stubbs $554,693 deal at the inaugural auction to Dewald Brevis record-breaking $994,834 deal last season. Beyond the headline deals, several local cricketers have become millionaires overnight, with most being given the chance to showcase their talent to a global audience in front of packed stadiums, often leading to more opportunities on the global circuit. Among the overseas players, Kieron Pollard, Trent Boult, Shimron Hetmyer, Shamar Joseph, Mohammad Nabi, AM Ghazanfar, Jordan Cox, Aneurin Donald, Rehan Ahmed and Richard Gleeson are some of the biggest and most highly anticipated names in the auction. Beyond the headline deals, several local cricketers have become millionaires overnight, with most being given the chance to showcase their talent to a global audience in front of packed stadiums, often leading to more opportunities on the global circuit. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Vijay Salgaonkar played by Ajay Devgn is no longer just a character. He has become a part of desi pop culture, one that audiences continue to enjoy even today. As Drishyam returns with its final chapter, anticipation is at an all-time high to see Salgaonkar make his last move, especially as his toughest challenge yet arrives in the form of SP Crime Branch Rajveer Singh Tomar. Speaking at FICCI Frames about what sets this final instalment apart, Ajay Devgn shared, The original one they did not have Akshay Khanna's character as such but 3 is a completely new script. They are two very different films. The way Abhishek and the writers have worked so hard on the script for the past maybe two years that it really really gives you a high. The way it has shaped up the scripting and the way Abhishek has made the film, I think it has come out fabulous. That's when we decided that it should be the conclusion. His words suggest that the strength of the script played a key role in the decision to bring the franchise to a close. According to the actor, the team's sustained effort over nearly two years on the writing is what gave the film its edge. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, Drishyam The Conclusion brings together a powerhouse ensemble for the ultimate chapter of the celebrated franchise. The cast includes Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj, along with Kamlesh Sawant, Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav, among others. Presented by Star Studio18, the film is a Panorama Studios production. The screenplay is credited to Abhishek Pathak, Aamil Keeyan Khan and Parveez Shaikh. It is produced by Alok Jain, Ajit Andhare, Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak. With its release just around the corner, the film will arrive in theatres on October 2, 2026, giving fans the chance to see whether Vijay Salgaonkar can stay one step ahead once more. Also Read: FICCI Frames 2026: Ajay Devgn reveals Drishyam The Conclusion begins with a prologue: I saw the film yesterday; it BEATS Drishyam 2; also adds, Sequels dont work, the characters work
Ranveer Singh named first Indian brand ambassador for Ray-Ban and Ray-Ban Meta
Ranveer Singh has added another international brand association to his portfolio, becoming the first Indian brand ambassador for Ray-Ban and Ray-Ban Meta. With the partnership, the actor joins a global roster of personalities associated with the brands, including BLACKPINKs Jennie and Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton. The association marks Ray-Ban and Ray-Ban Metas partnership with Singh in India and adds to the actors growing presence beyond Indian cinema. The collaboration brings together his interest in fashion and self-expression with Ray-Bans eyewear legacy and Ray-Ban Metas technology-focused offerings. Speaking about the association, Ranveer Singh says, Ray-Ban has always stood for individuality, and that is something I have connected with for as long as I can remember. Style, for me, has never been about following a fixed formula - it is about instinct, mood and having the freedom to express every version of yourself. A Combination of these iconic styles and cutting-edge technology with Ray-Ban Meta, makes this partnership feel so natural. Ray-Bans incredible legacy of people who have done things their own way along with Metas vision of building AI glasses for everyone Im excited to be a part of that story in India. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ray-Ban (@rayban) The partnership comes at a notable point in Ranveers career, following the success of the Dhurandhar franchise. The actor has been in the spotlight for his performances in the films, which have also contributed to his continued visibility internationally. The new association further expands Ranveers brand portfolio and global presence. His partnership with Ray-Ban and Ray-Ban Meta also places him alongside international names such as Jennie and Lewis Hamilton, who have previously been associated with the brands. With this collaboration, Ranveer becomes the first Indian ambassador for Ray-Ban and Ray-Ban Meta, bringing his personal approach to style and self-expression to the brands India association. Also Read : EXCLUSIVE: CBFC orders 45-50 cuts for Dhurandhar The Revenges TV Premiere; U/A 16+ version is 10 minutes shorter
WPL 2027: Klinger Counts On Scouting And Camps To Navigate Auction Preparation
Renuka Singh Thakur: Gujarat Giants (GG) head coach Michael Klinger is placing his faith in intensive off-season camps and a broad scouting network to build squad depth in the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) mini-auction to be held in Kochi on October 28. Unlike previous editions in which the players' auction took place after the women's domestic season began, this year's WPL auction happens just two days after the start of the 2026/27 Indian womens domestic season on October 26. GG, who have made it to the Eliminator twice in the last two WPL seasons, retained 15 players and have to fill only three spots, one of which is for an overseas player, with a purse of Rs 1.25 crore. Obviously, last domestic season, we were following really closely. You see a lot of players in the WPL, and a few quality players have been released. We're currently having a camp now actually in Bengaluru with our local contracted players, and also some invited players to scout, not only for this auction, but potentially for the next couple of auctions over the next year or two as well, with a mega-auction coming in the following year, Klinger told IANS in a virtual interaction organised by the franchise on Thursday. So we've only got either two or three picks in terms of local players in the auction. We're pretty confident with what we've got in options in the starting eleven, so probably looking to build some depth in the squad and we have a luxury, I think, of having most skill sets covered, he said. With a majority of the core retained, GG are targeting specific backup roles, particularly in fast bowling and batting. So it's going to be areas, I think, that we can add depth - that could be fast bowling. It could be an extra spare batter, if we feel like that as well. So we're doing some scouting at the moment to work out what we're going to go with at the end of October, added Klinger. This is the off-season time in the WPL, and GG have been quick in getting camps up and running, as well as have a close eye on performances of domestic stars like Yastika Bhatia and Anushka Sharma, who are currently with the India A team. We keep tabs on all our players. We watch them really carefully in domestic cricket. This year probably is a little bit different because in previous years, the player auction has been sort of a month or even more after the start of the domestic season, he said. This year, it's only two days after. So we're probably not going to get, I suppose, the feedback from good performances from players in domestic cricket, both ours and also potential buyers in the auction. But we've held two camps just in the last six weeks. We held one about six weeks ago with all our local players and a few invited players that we're sort of looking to scout potentially for whether it's this auction or auctions in the future. I'm in Bengaluru as we speak, holding a camp now with all our retained players, plus a couple we released and who we invited to come to the camp to make sure that we keep an eye on them either potentially for this auction coming up or the mega auction next year, added Klinger. He also credited team management with investing heavily in year-round player monitoring. Our management have been fantastic in investing in these sorts of training camps to keep tabs on our own players. We've got our physios and strength and conditioning coaches here to see how they're all traveling physically as well. But also just to see what else is out there and keep an eye on it. We've got a great scouting program where we have people going to watch all the domestic competitions and that information getting fed back to me is extremely helpful coming into an auction. Klinger also provided an encouraging progress report on fast bowler Kashvee Gautam, who has been out of action since the T20I tour of South Africa due to a knee injury and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Her recovery is going well. She's at the CoE at the moment here in Bengaluru, so she's unable to train with us because obviously she's under the BCCIs guidance. But her return to play is likely to be sometime in October. She's actually been bowling multiple overs regularly. So I think its six plus overs at the moment per session. But I think India are trying to get her to build up her loads to be able to play 50-over cricket as well, and she's doing that at the moment. So its going well - she's batting well in the nets. I feel probably more middle to late October, when they give her the green light to play. I know there's an India A series versus an England A series at the end of this month (December), which she's targeting. So hopefully everything keeps going in the right way, and she's back for that, and that'll give her a good six weeks of competitive cricket before WPL. Then obviously, hopefully she can break into that Champions Trophy team with some good cricket coming into that as well, he revealed. Beyond the auction, the inclusion of a fully fit Yastika gives GG further tactical freedom to tweak their overseas combination. Bhatia was picked up by Gujarat in the previous auction despite being ruled out of the season due to left ACL surgery, and her return will bolster the top order. You've got Yastika now, who I thought was a really good buy for us in the last auction, even knowing she wasn't going to be available this year. That really strengthens our squad and our starting 11 this year. So it gives us options with our overseas players as well. We could go with the same four with multiple all-rounders, or we could go with an out-and-out fast bowler. Part of my role, I feel, as a franchise coach is two things: one is to win a trophy, and the second one is to help develop local players to play for their country. So we'll be doing everything we can during the WPL to help players like Yastika, Anushka (Sharma), and Renuka (Singh Thakur) as well... to get back into that Indian starting eleven. Addressing squad departures, Klinger explained that fast bowler Titas Sadhu, who was released after not playing WPL 2026 due to a hand injury, is in attendance at GG's off-season camp. There's no reason we may not look to get her back, but it will also give us a chance to look at some other options as well, he said. On releasing Danni Wyatt-Hodge due to schedule overlaps with national duties, Klinger added, I'm not sure if she's going to enter the auction or not, but she was quite keen to play that series for England around that same time as well. So probably for both parties, it was the best way to go. Reflecting on the broader evolution of domestic talent in WPL, Klinger highlighted noticeable athletic and physical improvements among Indian fast bowlers since coming on board, especially with GG having options in Kashvee, Happy Kumari, Jintimani Kalita, and Renuka Singh Thakur. I feel we've got some really good Indian bowlers within our ranks. Overall, domestically, I think that's probably the area in Indian cricket where they can keep building that depth. There's certainly been a big change from when I sort of started in this role a few years ago, where I feel that, seeing the fast bowling around the country, they're physically better. You look at them and watch them bowl, and in the field, they're physically fitter. They're more versatile, they can move better, they're more agile. So I think that's definitely been a difference that I've seen from when I first started, and that's only going to help them be able to maintain their pace and aggression for longer periods of time without injury. I feel we've got some really good Indian bowlers within our ranks. Overall, domestically, I think that's probably the area in Indian cricket where they can keep building that depth. There's certainly been a big change from when I sort of started in this role a few years ago, where I feel that, seeing the fast bowling around the country, they're physically better. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Actor Ajay Devgn revealed that he called Malayalam superstar Mohanlal to watch Drishyam: The Conclusion and sought his approval. He also said the new script brings his character Vijay Salgaonkar's story to an end, with twists, turns and shock value expected from the franchise.
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Mumbai: The wait is almost over. Ajay Devgn is all set to return as Vijay Salgaonkar as Drishyam: The Conclusion reaches theatres worldwide on October 2. The third and final instalment of the popular franchise has already created considerable buzz among moviegoers, with fans eager to see how Vijays story finally comes to an end. 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 .
The Drishyam franchise is set to return with its concluding chapter, Drishyam The Conclusion, with Jaideep Ahlawat joining the cast as SP Crime Branch officer Rajveer Singh Tomar. The actor has opened up about stepping into an established cinematic universe and the responsibility of introducing a new character into a franchise with an existing audience. Speaking about his approach to the film, Jaideep said, When you enter a successful franchise, I think your first responsibility is to understand the world you are entering. Every franchise develops its own rhythm, its own relationship with the audience, and Drishyam has a very specific tone. The actor acknowledged that the franchise already has an established relationship with viewers, particularly through the character of Vijay Salgaonkar, played by Ajay Devgn. Elaborating on his experience, Jaideep said, I was very conscious that I was entering a universe that already belonged to the audience. They have lived with Vijay Salgaonkar, they have understood his methods, they have formed opinions about him. So, I couldn't approach Rajveer as if he was arriving in an entirely new story. He had to arrive with an understanding of the world he was stepping into. Jaideep also spoke about the pressure that comes with joining a successful franchise. According to the actor, that pressure needs to be kept aside once filming begins. He said, As for pressure, I think pressure is useful only until the moment you start shooting. Before that, it can make you think about a hundred things that have nothing to do with the scene. Once you are on set, the only pressure that should matter is whether you are doing justice to the moment in front of you. The actor also discussed working alongside Ajay Devgn and Tabu, highlighting their approach to restraint while performing. And having Ajay sir and Tabu ma'am there actually made the process more interesting for me. When you are working with actors who have such a strong understanding of restraint, you don't feel the need to manufacture intensity. For me, the challenge was to make Rajveer feel like he had always belonged in this world, while still making the audience wonder what this new person could potentially do to the world they already know. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, Drishyam The Conclusion features Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, Prakash Raj, Kamlesh Sawant, Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav, among others. The film is written by Abhishek Pathak, Aamil Keeyan Khan and Parveez Shaikh and produced by Alok Jain, Ajit Andhare, Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak. Presented by Star Studio18 and produced under the Panorama Studios banner, Drishyam The Conclusion is scheduled to release theatrically on October 2, 2026. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: CBFC clears Drishyam The Conclusion WITHOUT a single cut; is 8 minutes longer than Drishyam 2
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Head Coach Lance Klusener Confident Of Arabian Aces Squad In 'explosive' Abu Dhabi T10 League
The Abu Dhabi T10: Arabian Aces head coach Lance Klusener is confident of his Arabian Aces squad for their debut in the Abu Dhabi T10 league and feels the format is an 'explosive' one which would test the players. The Abu Dhabi T10 will be held from November 7 to November 20th, with six teams gearing up to put their best foot forward following the Wednesday draft. Arabian Aces have added some firepower to their squad with the likes of Sam Billings, Imran Tahir and Richard Gleeson amongst other notable picks. Moeen Ali, Andre Russell and Liam Livingstone were already pre-signed by the franchise. The plan was always to go with a squad that could do their job both up top and pull off games for us with the ball if it comes down to that. T10 is an explosive format and is nothing like any of these players have played before barring here. You need innovation and serious problem-solving skills, and Im confident that the squad is full of boys who will put their hand up and make it happen for Arabian Aces. Its the perfect formula to excel in a T10 format, and we cant wait to get started, said Lance Kluesner, Head Coach, Arabian Aces. Owners Pankaj Jain and Neeraj Jain reflected on their ambition to field a team in the Abu Dhabi league. Arabian Aces represents an exciting new chapter for us, and we are delighted to be joining the Abu Dhabi T10 at such an important point in the tournament's evolution. Our ambition is to create a professionally managed franchise with a strong identity and a culture built around performance, ambition and teamwork. We definitely leave the draft quite content with our picks. Lance is no stranger to excellence, and we are happy to let him do what he does best with the Arabian Aces, said Pankaj Jain and Neeraj Jain, Owners, Arabian Aces. The franchise chief operating officer, Shoeb Ahmed, was also satisfied with the squad assembled. Happy with the squad that we have assembled today. We have some really serious talent that will take the league by storm and some really promising names that are tomorrows superstars. This is a unique opportunity for the young boys to play along with and learn from the likes of Moeen Ali, Andre Russell and Liam Livingstone, said COO Shoeb. We definitely leave the draft quite content with our picks. Lance is no stranger to excellence, and we are happy to let him do what he does best with the Arabian Aces, said Pankaj Jain and Neeraj Jain, Owners, Arabian Aces. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Royal Desert Champions Look To 'kickstart A Long-time Legacy' After Draft Picks
The Royal Desert Champions: The Royal Desert Champions are looking to kickstart a long-time legacy after building their squad for the upcoming Abu Dhabi T10, which starts on the 7th of November. With Nicolas Pooran, Philip Salt and Sherfane Rutherford already pre-signed, the Royal Desert Champions have added Muhammad Waseem, Naseem Shah and Maheesh Theekshana to their arsenal as they look for a strong season ahead. The important thing is to build a really strong core before going into the draft since the draft can be a draw sometimes. Its a challenge to pick a new team and the process is extremely dynamic, but we had a really strong strategy for the auction. Its a well-known fact that bowlers win tournaments like this. If you dont have a good bowling unit, things can go downhill quite fast. Excited to get going in the tournament, Royal Desert Champions are here to kickstart a legacy that will last a very long time in the Abu Dhabi T10, Robin Singh, Team Director, Royal Desert Champions said. Pooran will be leading the side, which has the presence of several other international stars in Salt, Rutherford, Brandon King and Waseem, while the bowling unit has a packed line-up featuring the likes of Naseem, Dushmantha Chameera, Theekshana, Chris Jordan and Luke Wood. With a dynamic blend of pace, power, versatility and experience, the Royal Desert Champions are ready to bring a new level of intensity to the fastest format of cricket. Royal Desert Champions is built on the belief that champions are revealed when conditions are toughest. The desert embodies the qualities we want this team to stand for - resilience, courage, adaptability, and ambition. The squad that we have built is a testament to the way we define what it means to play for Royal Desert Champions - a team that the emirate can be proud of, a brand that connects with fans locally and globally, and a franchise with the ambition to build a lasting legacy, said Amit Narang, Owner, Royal Desert Champions. Pooran will be leading the side, which has the presence of several other international stars in Salt, Rutherford, Brandon King and Waseem, while the bowling unit has a packed line-up featuring the likes of Naseem, Dushmantha Chameera, Theekshana, Chris Jordan and Luke Wood. With a dynamic blend of pace, power, versatility and experience, the Royal Desert Champions are ready to bring a new level of intensity to the fastest format of cricket. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Tom Cruise recalls 'puking his guts out' on first fighter jet flight
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 1 (IANS) Hollywood icon Tom Cruise recalled his first experience flying a fighter jet, saying that he puked his guts out while flying an A-4, before facing the same challenge on the first day of shooting aboard an F-14 for his blockbuster film franchise Top Gun. During his appearance on the Jennifer Hudson show, Cruise spoke about puking his guts out during his first time in a fighter jet. He said: I remember my first time in a fighter jet. I was flying an A-4 and I really puked my guts out. To which, the shows host asked: That didn't deter you? Cruise said: No. I was like, okay, I've got to figure this out. I don't want to keep puking the back of this airplane. We had to shoot a movie and then on the first day on the F-14, I puked again. He added: But I had two other hops, two flights the rest of that day and it was just magnificent. Hudson then spoke about how the third installment of Top Gun 3 is in the making. Keeping tight-lipped about the project, the star said: Maverick's going to be in it. There's going to be fighter jets. It's going to be cool. That's about all I can say. Top Gun was first released in 1986. The action drama film, which Tony Scott directs, was inspired by an article titled Top Guns, written by Ehud Yonay and published in California magazine three years earlier. It stars Tom Cruise as Lieutenant Pete Maverick Mitchell, a young naval aviator aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise. He and his radar intercept officer, Lieutenant Nick Goose Bradshaw, are given the chance to train at the United States Navy's Fighter Weapons School at Naval Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California. Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, and Tom Skerritt also appear in supporting roles. A sequel, Top Gun: Maverick, released 36 years later in 2022, saw Cruise and Kilmer reprise their roles.
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Gautam Adani has reclaimed the No. 1 spot on the 2026 Forbes list of India's 100 richest, ending a three-year run as the country's second-richest person. A $20.7 billion jump took the Adani family fortune to $112.7 billion.According to the list released by Forbes on Thursday, the combined wealth of the 100 richest Indians is unchanged at about $1 trillion from the last time fortunes were measured. This comes in a year when the rupee fell 8.5 per cent and the stock market dropped 9.5 per cent.Also read: Gautam Adani reclaims top spot as Indias richest, edges out Mukesh Ambani: Hurun Rich ListAdani is the biggest gainer in dollar terms. His family wealth is still below the $150 billion peak it hit in 2022. The Adani Group is on an expansion drive and is investing $100 billion in AI infrastructure.Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani moves to No. 2 with a net worth of $86.3 billion. That is a fall of $18.7 billion. Margin pressures, including in retail, weighed on Reliance shares.Ambani is preparing for the listing of Jio Platforms. The telecom arm has received regulatory approval for an IPO that could raise up to $3.8 billion. That could make it the country's largest public offering to date.Savitri Jindal of the O.P. Jindal Group stays at No. 3 and remains India's richest woman. Her fortune edges down to $39.8 billion.Steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal jumps eight places to No. 4. His net worth rises 74 per cent to $34.7 billion. In May, he and Adar Poonawalla, son of No. 6 Cyrus Poonawalla, bought the IPL team Rajasthan Royals in a deal that valued the franchise at $1.65 billion.The fortunes of more than half the listees fell. AI-led automation has hurt India's software services sector, and tech billionaires felt the impact. Shiv Nadar (No. 7, $27.4 billion), Azim Premji (No. 32, $7.87 billion) and N.R. Narayana Murthy (No. 78, $3.95 billion) all saw their wealth decline.Infosys co-founders Nandan Nilekani and Senapathy Gopalakrishnan are among 11 people who dropped off the list.Separately, the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026 also put Adani at the top, with his family's wealth rising 13 per cent to Rs 9.23 lakh crore ($96 billion), ahead of Ambani and family at Rs 8.63 lakh crore ($90 billion), a fall of 10 per cent.The Hurun list, which covers 1,810 individuals with wealth of at least Rs 1,000 crore, shows their combined wealth at Rs 187.5 lakh crore ($1.96 trillion), up 12.8 per cent from last year and equal to nearly half of India's GDP. India now has a record 391 dollar billionaires, up from 237 five years ago.The net worth figures differ from the Forbes list because the two rankings use different methodologies and valuation dates.Newcomers and returneesThere are four new entrants:Krishna Chivukula (No. 66, $4.35 billion), whose precision engineering firm Indo-MIM listed in JulyKushal and Chaitanya Desai (No. 69, $4.25 billion), after shares of their cables company Apar Industries nearly doubledAditya Khemka (No. 83, $3.6 billion), whose security equipment maker Aditya Infotech went public in 2025The Virani brothers (No. 90, $3.45 billion), behind Balaji Wafers, which sold a minority stake to US private equity firm General Atlantic in JanuarySeven people returned to the list. They include Anil Agarwal (No. 41, $6.4 billion), who split Vedanta into five listed entities in June. The minimum net worth to make the list fell to $3 billion from $3.2 billion last year.Top 10 richest Indians, 2026Gautam Adani and family: $112.7 billionMukesh Ambani: $86.3 billionSavitri Jindal: $39.8 billionLakshmi Mittal: $34.7 billionSunil Mittal and family: $32.9 billionCyrus Poonawalla: $28.4 billionShiv Nadar: $27.4 billionDilip Shanghvi: $26.3 billionKumar Birla: $23.2 billionHinduja family: $21.2 billionForbes used shareholding and financial data from families and individuals, stock exchanges, analysts and regulators. Unlike its world billionaires ranking, this list includes family fortunes shared among extended families, such as the Bajaj and Burman families.Also read: Ambani uses 10 power again for the next disruption in a hot Indian marketNet worths are based on stock prices and exchange rates at market close on September 11, 2026. Private companies are valued against similar listed firms.
