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Kieron Pollard has been named the head coach of Mumbai Indians ahead of the IPL 2027 season. He takes over the position from Mahela Jayawardene, who has stepped down. Pollard expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and emphasised his connection to the team. The franchise is hopeful that Pollard will help restore their winning form. Mumbai Indians aims to build on their past successes and inspire their fans.

Australia's Ghost Shark submarine has impressively demonstrated its ability to launch aerial drones for military applications. Capable of deploying various payloads, from sea mines to logistical support, this platform significantly enhances operational flexibility. Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy emphasized that the initiative is designed to refine autonomous underwater combat strategies, with advanced communication systems ensuring smooth coordination of drone operations.

Megan Schutt has received a two-match suspension due to her failure to adhere to prescription medication protocols. This situation arose outside competitive play and did not involve performance enhancement. As a result, she will be absent from Australia's final T20I against New Zealand and the WBBL opener for the Adelaide Strikers. Schutt has acknowledged the consequences and expressed her regret, while Cricket Australia remains supportive and emphasises player accountability.

Rahul Gandhis Batman rebrand has moved from meme culture to political theatre. The joke began during an Instagram interaction, when he said nobody had seen him and Batman in the same room. Congress turned the line into posters and edited videos. Then came the spectacle: during an Opposition march in Delhi, young protesters handed Batman masks to Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge inside a bus. The protest targeted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the electoral-roll revision debate. The

India vice-captain Tilak Varma opens up on India's aggressive brand of cricket and his middle-order role ahead of the 4th T20I against West Indies.Varma discusses adapting to different match situations, handling pressure, accelerating when required and India's plans against the power-packed West Indies batting line-up.

British universities are withdrawing admission offers as tighter visa rules make recruiting international students riskier. At the same time, young British graduates are looking abroad as entry-level jobs become harder to find. For Indian students spending lakhs on a foreign degree, the big question is what comes after graduation. With visa rules tightening and job prospects uncertain, is a UK degree still worth the investment?On Beyond Borders, Ananya Dasgupta breaks down the visa changes, the

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's selection for the T20I series against New Zealand showcases his impressive form with RCB. Ravichandran Ashwin emphasized that Bhuvneshwar concentrated on honing his skills instead of aiming for a comeback on the national team. Ashwin is optimistic about India's prospects in the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup, attributing this to solid bowling assets and seasoned hitters. He pointed out South Africa's strength, citing their understanding of local conditions.

Rahul Gandhi and INDIA bloc leaders marched to the Supreme Court to challenge the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. However, their 124-page petition has not been cleared for listing after the registry flagged 14 procedural defects. These reportedly include illegible and missing pages, incomplete authorisation documents, a court fee shortfall and missing digital records. The objections are procedural, not a ruling on the petitions merits. The defects must be rectified before th

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shares an Instagram video from the INDIA bloc's protest march towards the Supreme Court in Delhi amid protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Rahul Gandhi shares a video thanking supporters who joined the October 12 protest and those who extended support. Taking a swipe at the RSS, he challenged its members over their absence during the protest, asserting that the INDIA bloc will stand united against what he called killers of our Constitution and killers of our democracy.

Indias Sports Ministry has greenlit a team of 275 individuals for the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. This contingent includes 166 talented athletes across ten disciplines, featuring standout players like gold medallist Sheetal Devi and world champion Pramod Bhagat. Para-athletics leads the representation, closely followed by para-badminton and para-swimming, highlighting emerging athletes. The games will take place from October 18 to 24, 2026.

The Sports Ministry has officially dismissed Jai Prakash Nautiyal from his role as the para-shooting coach for India's 2026 Asian Para Games contingent. This action comes in response to allegations of improper practices in the selection process, spurring protests among athletes and an investigation. The squad features 166 talented athletes, including stars Avani Lekhara and Bhavina Patel, and aims to showcase their skills in multiple sports.

India womens captain Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down from captaincy in all formats, bringing an end to her stint as the teams leader. Harmanpreet said the decision was not easy but felt she had fulfilled her responsibility as captain.