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India vs West Indies 2nd ODI: Shubman Gill 223* Powers Record 406 Chase, India Lead 2-0

Guwahati witnessed a night that will live long in Indian cricket folklore. After West Indies posted their highest-ever ODI total of 405 for 7, In

Gill breaks Kishans record for fastest ODI double hundred

The Indian skipper surpassed teammate Ishan Kishan, who had taken 126 balls to score an ODI double century against Bangladesh in Chattogram in 20

Odisha Records 29% Excess Rainfall in 2026 Monsoon, Defying National Deficit Trend

The 2026 southwest monsoon has concluded with stark regional contrasts across India. While the nation overall experienced a 13% shortfall in seas

Southwest monsoon ends with 12% deficit

Lowest monsoon rainfall since 2015; east and northeast saw driest monsoon since 1901, in line with recent trends; southern pensinsula saw fourth

PNGRB bats for level playing field across EV, CNG and LNG vehicles

The senior official at PNGRB mentioned the level-playing field could be instituted either through required and suitable taxation, subsidies or in

Gurugram to freeze 71 builders accounts to recover unpaid homebuyer dues

The major defaulters include Ansal Housing/Ansal Construction Housing (91 crore), Raheja (90 crore), Vatika (80 crore), Parsvnath (74 crore), Ram

CS Jaju briefs officials on annual Telangana Global Summit

Hyderabad: Following directives from Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, the Telangana government is launching special initiatives to establish Hyderab

Keralam witnesses 7th-lowest southwest monsoon season

According to India Meteorological Department data, nearly 70% of the State remained significantly rain-deficient at the end of the season on Sept

INDIA bloc to launch nationwide campaign against CEC, SIR from October 2

Opposition parties to move Supreme Court, hold district-level marches and seek Presidents intervention over electoral roll revision and Election

Farmers demand Madurai district be declared drought-hit

Odisha CM Appoints IAS Debashis Singh as Sonpur Collector

In a key administrative development, Senior IAS officer Debashis Singh has been appointed as the new Collector and District Magistrate of Sonpur

India register second-highest chase in ODI history as Shubman Gill hits 224* and Rohit smacks century

India have defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the second ODI at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati . Captain Shubman Gill won the to

Rohit hits 12k ODI runs, Gill records fastest 100 as captain

Guwahati: Rohit Sharma on Wednesday, September 30, became only the seventh batter and third Indian overall to bring up 12,000 runs in the 50-over

HDFC Bank names ICICI Bank's V N Srivatsan as chief compliance officer

V N Srivatsan, who currently handles overseas banking compliance and data privacy at ICICI Bank, is proposed to join HDFC Bank on January 4, 2027

Israel: Flydubai rescue flight from Saudi Arabia lands at Ben Gurion Airport

The flydubai rescue flight from Saudi Arabia has landed at Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel, carrying passengers from an earlier divert

A morning by the river recalls Phalgunis lost traditions

IAS Officer Facilitated KPSC Paper Leak, Alleges ED

Investigation found that candidates paid Rs 3040 lakh for access to the leaked paper: The Agency

An ageing world

India's window of opportunity is narrowing

Tribeca Festival announces 2027 dates, submissions open for 26th edition

The Tribeca Festival has announced the dates for its 26th edition, with the 2027 festival scheduled to take place from June 3 to June 12 in New Y

AP BJP to Organise Khadi Santha on October 2

The Andhra Pradesh BJP will organise a Khadi Santha in Vijayawada on October 2 as part of Mahatma Gandhis birth anniversary celebrations.

Delhi Police conduct night patrolling, deploy women officers for Pink Patrols

To strengthen night vigilance and enhance womens safety, the Delhi Police conducted citywide night patrols and vehicle inspections. Dedicated fem

Stealing of candidates by clean force caused byelection, alleges Kanimozhi

You took pity on the candidate and voted for her in the election; but she defected to the ruling party; if you vote for the AIADMK again, there m

Centralised Community Kitchens Making Breakfast Scheme Successful

Centralised kitchens are providing nutritious breakfast to thousands of Telangana government school and college students, with new facilities bei

Sachin Pilot slams Amit Shah

Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Wednesday slammed remarks of Home Minister Amit Shah during his rally in Jalandhar as part of the BJP

Soccer-Swiss Football Association withdraws support for Infantino

The Swiss Football Association (SFV) has

Russia attacks Ukrainian energy grid, forcing power cuts as winter looms

Russia

Italy to seek more leeway on EU budget rules to factor in inflation impact

Italy

US inflation rises 3.4% in August as consumer spending jumps 0.9%: BEA

US inflation, measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, rose 3.4 per cent in August from the same month a year ago, wh

Gill breaks Kishan

India skipper Shubman Gill etched his name in the record books on Wednesday, smashing the fastest double hundred in ODI cricket after reaching th

It's well past time for a woman to lead as UN ponders its next chief

According to the UN agency's recent gender snapshot, at the current rate of progress it will take 171 years to achieve gender equality, a UN goal

CEC row | Rahul Gandhi was right: Kharge says after INDIA bloc meet

MobiKwik co-founder Upasana Taku buys 1.07 lakh shares for 2.12 crore

Upasana Taku bought 1.07 lakh MobiKwik shares in two open-market transactions at about 198-199 apiece, taking her holding in the fintech firm to

Social activists, advocates seek stricter laws on online access to pornographic content

Prevention must begin before a crime is committed by protecting children from influences that can distort their understanding of sex, consent, an

Russia summons Danish envoy, lodges protest over Baltic Sea helicopter incident

Russia summoned Denmark's ambassador on Wednesday and lodged a protest over what it described as the provocative actions of a Danish military hel

Gujarat Government to Phase Out Plastic Files and Folders in Offices

The Gujarat government has decided to eliminate plastic files and folders in its offices, promoting eco-friendly alternatives. Gujarat Government

Samajwadi eyes third Rajya Sabha seat, claims more surprises ahead; BJP

Political sparring intensified in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections as the Samajwadi Party on Wednesday hinted at its plans to fie

More than 270 priests in Massachusetts abused children over decades, probe finds

More than 270

30,000 Startups Make Maharashtra Indias Startup Capital: Fadnavis

Maharashtra has over 30,000 startups, accounting for 18% of Indias total, CM Devendra Fadnavis said while outlining plans to strengthen innovatio

INDIA bloc members will meet President Murmu and demand action against CEC: John Brittas

Swiss upper house backs higher hurdle for EU accord ratification

Switzerland's upper house of parliament on Wednesday voted to make a national referendum on a deal to deepen Swiss economic integration with the

Higher Education Department directs private universities to submit audit reports, other details

Sanjay Nirupam Backs Amit Shahs Anti-Drug Campaign in Punjab

Sanjay Nirupam supports Amit Shahs initiative against drug abuse, emphasizing the need for a focused campaign in Punjab. Sanjay Nirupam Backs Ami

Indias domestic air traffic falls 7.5% in August; IATA flags largest decline

Indias domestic aviation market recorded another monthly contraction in August, while capacity declined less sharply than passenger demand during

Nearly 50,000 appeals pending before Indias social media Grievance Appellate Committee, reveals SFLC.in

GAC is yet to resolve 49,978 appeals out of the total 63,353 appeals as of September 2026 compared to 174 pending appeals in November 2025

Passengers of Diverted Flydubai Flight Land in Israel

The second aircraft, also operated by flydubai, landed on the tarmac of Ben Gurion airport at 1534 GMT, after the passengers' earlier flight was

Transforming Education My Priority, Not CM Post: Lokesh

AP Education Minister Nara Lokesh said his focus is on transforming education, creating jobs and developing skills rather than seeking the Chief

IAT recommends pension or life insurance cover for farmers to insulate from distress

Institution of Agricultural Technologists has suggested that the government should establish a dedicated Karnataka Drought Resilience Mission

European shares mark first monthly loss in six as rising oil, bond yields weigh

European shares suffered their first monthly fall in six on Wednesday, as a surge in global bond yields reduced the appeal of riskier

Insurance Distribution Reforms Will Hurt Policy Holders, Cut Jobs & Growth

In a statement the IBAI said that it supports the regulators stated objectives of policyholder protection, transparency, curbing misselling and w

Venkaiah Naidu calls for preservation of Ongole cattle breed

Participating as the chief guest in the Ongole Utsavam, the former Vice-President reminds the public of their responsibility to conserve these ca

Madras HC directs DVAC to file report on inspections/raids conducted in last five years

Court says it expects the views of the government on issuance of uniform guidelines or a G.O. prescribing the maximum amount a government employe

Israel PM Says Pilot of Rerouted Flight Tried To Crash Plane

Plane makes emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after sudden plunge and struggle in cockpit

India showcases justice reforms, digital initiatives at UN Congress

At the 15th United Nations Congress, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal emphasized India's new legal framework incorporating technology. He discussed

Odisha Unveils OSFIC Portal with Cash Prizes and Incubation Support

Aiming to turn everyday challenges into impactful real-world solutions, the Government of Odisha has officially launched a nationwide-standard in

Flipkart metrics reveal D2C brands scaling nationwide through non-metro demand

Data shows brands like Kapiva, Open Secret, and Plum are driving over half their growth from Tier II and III markets by leveraging real-time sear

Who is Christa Pike? Is she going to be executed? Here's what to know about the Tennessee woman on death row and the crime she committed back in 1995

Christa Pike, who was found guilty of the brutal murder of Colleen Slemmer back in 1995, was facing execution in Tennessee. However, a federal ap

Two siblings electrocuted in Ramanathapuram

Class 9 student hospitalised in stabbing attack by classmate at Kolkata's school

A Class 9 student of Kolkata's South Point School was admitted at Ruby Gen Hospital with a stabbing injury. The victim was allegedly attacked by

West Bengal SIR tribunal Judge submits resignation letter, cites long commute

It is difficult to continue under such circumstances, Justice (Retd.) Indrajit Chatterjee, head of the SIR tribunal number 11 dealing with deleti

Leak of Sabarimala e-auction details: TDB suspends head clerk

Heat, Power Cuts Add To People's Woes In Rayalaseema

Roads in several towns and villages are wearing a deserted look during the afternoon, as people avoid stepping out in the hot sun: Reports

IRDAIs proposed distribution norms ruffle feathers of LIC agents, broker body

Cost efficiency should not be pursued in a manner that reduces the number of active agents or makes the profession economically unsustainable.

Alarming Human Rights Violations Reported in Balochistan for First Half of 2026

A report reveals 507 enforced disappearances and 150 killings in Balochistan during the first half of 2026, raising serious human rights concerns

Municipal Corporation of Tirupati Orders Probe Into Crane Tragedy, Suspends Two Town Planning Officials

The two officials have been suspended after a preliminary inquiry found lapses in supervision of the building construction, MCT commissioner M. J

Joy, Celebrations in Archer Chikithas Family Over Asian Games Feat

Srinivas Rao, who is instrumental behind Chikitha choosing archery, wanted his daughter to win medals in Olympics.

Alarming Human Rights Violations in Balochistan Reported for 2026

A report reveals 507 enforced disappearances and 150 killings in Balochistan during the first half of 2026, raising serious human rights concerns

Satheesan to open elderly day celebrations in the capital on Thursday

Celebrations are organised by the newly formed Department for Senior Citizens. The CM will also inaugurate welfare schemes launched as part of th

Shubman Gill smacks fastest double century in ODI history, only second to Rohit Sharma in most double tons

India captain Shubman Gill etched his name in ODI history by becoming only the second cricketer to score two double centuries in the format. The

200 for Shubman Gill: India captain becomes only second batter with multiple double centuries

Gill reached the milestone during India's mammoth chase of 406 runs in the second ODI against West Indies in Guwahati.

Odisha Deputy CM Reviews Tourist Amenities at Nandankanan, Emphasizes World-Class Visitor Experience

In a major step toward enhancing Odishas tourism ecosystem, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida paid a visit to the renowned Nandankanan Zoologi

CEC has lifelong immunity for helping Modi govt. steal elections: Rahul

Congress debates ways to turn SIR resistance into a peoples movement without getting caught in legal technicalities and discusses ways to mobilis

Avoid dangerous path of travelling to Russia to join army: MEA

Despite government warnings and efforts to release dozens of Indian recruits from contracts, Indians continue to travel to Russia and join the co

Ganderbal Court Convicts Man in 2018 Murder Case, Acquits on Kidnapping Charges

A Ganderbal court has convicted Mohammad Shafi Magray for murder while acquitting him of kidnapping charges in a 2018 case. Ganderbal Court Convi

Dont let it be clusterf**k like America.gov: Vances viral gaffe over Trump's new AI website

Political Atmosphere Heats Up in Nalgonda Over MLA Elections

Congress announces its candidate for Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Graduates MLC elections

Odisha Minister Orders Urgent Road and Bridge Repairs After Heavy Monsoon Damage

Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan chairs a high-level review in Bhubaneswar and orders immediate repair of monsoon-damaged roads, regular ins

Police detain EFLU student leaders ahead of RSS leaders talk on campus

PM Modi, Trump discuss bilateral cooperation, global peace and security

Both reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and agreed to maintain close engagement to

Greggs to spend 60 million to cut hundreds of jobs to save 20 million in two years

Greggs will cut 740 jobs while closing several manufacturing sites across the UK in the upcoming years. The company has announced these changes a

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Accuses AIADMK of Aligning with DMK

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay claims AIADMK has become a branch of DMK, urging voters to reject their alliance in upcoming elections. Tamil Nadu Chief Mini

MPSC aspirants suspend October 2 protest after meeting CM Fadnavis; Secretary to be transferred

The aspirants had planned to hold their protest on October 2 over their demands concerning MPSC recruitment, examination procedures and accountab

The new gold economy: untapped wealth fuels credit boom

Three die in country-made firecracker explosion in Namakkal

CEA warns of looming oil and rate pressures in Indias H2, sees Q2 growth at 7.3%

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran noted that the second half of the fiscal year would be challenging. Rising oil prices and increased g

Revanth targets BRS over decade-long rule, weaver distress in Sircilla

Army Havildar Laid To Rest With State Honours

SP Pankaj Kumar Meena, RDO Venkata Sivaramireddy, and Army and police officials attended the funeral Reports

State to become first customer for 100 start-ups under Government First initiative

The programme will be implemented through the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS) and it will offer start-ups early market opportu

SC Pushes Rail Fare Relief For Acid Attack Survivors

A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V. Mohana took note of submissions that the

Unions Oppose Downgrading Of Hyderabad GPO

Postal unions and the Hyderabad Philatelic and Hobbies Society have urged the Centre to withdraw the proposal to downgrade Hyderabad GPO.

AI has improved basket size by 35%, says Walmart CTO Suresh Kumar

Suresh Kumar, global chief technology officer of Walmart, says artificial intelligence (AI) has helped the world's largest retailer improve its c