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India vs West Indies second T20I: Men in Blue hope to extend winning run at Ranchi

Shreyas & Co. cant take things lightly against a power-packed West Indies batting line-up; the bowling, though, remains a big worry for the visit

National Open: Hoblidharreturns;Kuldeepvaults to a new meet record

Two Kochi-Riyadh flights cancelled over security concerns

Akasa Air and Saudia flights from Kochi cancelled amid reported disruptions at Riyadh airport

Life insurers new business premium rose 21% in Sept to 48,780 crore

In the non-life insurance segment, gross direct premium underwritten rose 6.12% for September to 32,951.16 crore

Windies need to avoid losing wickets in clusters, says Rampaul

The bowling coach admits that the attack still lacks international experience

Copper prices seen staying above $14,000; Hindustan Copper banks on cost discipline for expansion

The Hindustan Copper CMD stated the gap between global demand and supply could mean copper prices stay above the $14,000 per tonne-mark

Morning Digest: Farmers to march to Delhi demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation; White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia let go just days into role, and more

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Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary after just 5 days, Trump asks her to 'reconsider'

White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is transitioning out of her role after a brief and turbulent tenure as US President Donald Trump's chi

Trump Backs Netanyahus Saudi Offer, Urges MBS To Join Hands With Israel Against Houthis | Watch

Donald Trump says Saudi Arabia should accept Israels offer to help fight Yemens Houthi rebels. The remarks come after Israeli Prime Minister Benj

Houthis Unleash Missiles, Drones On Saudi Arabia; Riyadh Intercepts Attacks

Saudi Arabia says its air defences intercepted three drones, two cruise missiles and a ballistic missile amid a fresh wave of Houthi attacks targ

6,500 Sq Km Seized! Putin Declares Russian Gains, Vows Border Security Regardless Of Peace Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has outlined Moscows latest battlefield claims in Ukraine, asserting that Russian forces have captured around 6,

Paramount and Warner Bros merge to become one Hollywood giant, Skydance

The merger brings two of America's oldest moviemaking studios together under the helm of billionaire David Ellison and Ynon Kreiz, in a move that

Dipke held under preventive detention, to be produced before court; Neha Bora released

Daily Quiz | On Che Guevara

On this day in 1967, Che Guevara was captured in a Bolivian ravine: a quiz on the asthmatic medical student who became the most recognisable face

European football leaders meet aiming to shape strategy for ousting Infantino as FIFA president

UEFA has called its 55 member federations to a previously scheduled summit in Berlin that arrives in the midst of European efforts to get a new l

Kanniyakumari tops State in e-Sevai revenue certificate application disposal for two consecutive months

Rupee falls 13 paise to close at 96.88 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said the rupee is under pressure amid persistent macroeconomic headwinds, including global dollar strength (DXY trading near multi-

Abhijeet Dipke under preventive detention, to be produced before court; Neha Bora released

Abhijeet Dipke under preventive detention, to be produced before court; Neha Bora released More to follow...

Car falls into sinkhole as road caves in near Chennais Tidel Park

Best of Opinion: India must bring its brightest minds home, like China did

Today's columns examine India's failure to use its skilled diaspora, succession challenges in family businesses, Rahul Gandhi's political strateg

Yemens Houthis say struck Riyadh airport, other Saudi sites

The fighting in Yemen has become the most active front in the West Asia war in recent weeks, displacing more than 1,84,000 people, the United Nat

Delhi HC agrees to hear Indian Youth Congresss plea seeking permission to protest at Jantar Mantar on October 9

The plea was mentioned for urgent listing before a bench of Acting Chief Justice Nitin Wasudeo Sambre and Justice Sanjay Sharma on October 8

Finding Khalistan: How a Fringe Separatist Fantasy Is Poisoning the Sikh Image Worldwide

Two years after pro-Khalistan radicals stormed the Sabha Mandir in Brampton, attacking devotees with The post Finding Khalistan: How a Fringe Sep

Congress: Never hid aim of toppling govt through democratic means

America First, But at Whose Expense?

Washingtons H-1B crackdown may appeal to domestic political sentiment, but in attempting to protect The post America First, But at Whose Expense?

Navratri 2026 Day 7: Which Colour To Wear Today? Check Colour, Goddess And Significance

The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Kalaratri. She is regarded as one of the Goddess's fiercest manifestations and is associated with

A window into Japan: From anime to dance, Indian & Japanese culture share a stage in Hyderabad

ISL's YouTube gamble pays off early, but the bigger test is still to come

ISL's YouTube gamble pays off early, but the bigger test is still to come

SPO missing with his rifle found dead in J&Ks Kishtwar

Baseball-Experts divided on whether Dodgers' sweep shifts MLB salary cap fight

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Centre deviating from assurances, say Ladakh groups

J&K outcry & probe after senior IAS abuses woman junior

US lawmakers seek federal action after thwarted attack on Illinois Hindu temple

US lawmakers seek federal action after thwarted attack on Illinois Hindu temple

'Ranabaali' box office collection day 1: Film earns Rs 16.50 cr worldwide

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's film 'Ranabaali' was released in theaters on October 16, 2026. The film collected Rs 16.50 cr worldwide

Higher duties at lower pay amount to workplace exploitation, says J&K HC

Anant Singh claims nobody can question his loyalty to Nitish Kumar

Mr. Singh issued the statement against the backdrop of his boycott to JD(U) candidate Neera Kumar Singh contesting from Patna graduates constitue

US budget deficit rises to nearly $2 trillion in 2026, highest in five years

Record federal outlays and rising debt servicing costs weighed on US finances, while tariff refunds and higher defence spending added pressure

'Been more than 10 hours': CJP claims Abhijeet Dipke 'kidnapped' by Delhi Police

Families demand justice after Pakistan school collapse

Parents are demanding accountability after a school roof collapse in Pakistan's Peshawar killed 34 children. Families demand justice after Pakist

Italy probes Israels Katz over abuse, sexual assault of flotilla activists

Rome prosecutors also name 12 senior military, police and prison officials over alleged abuse of detained activists. Italy probes Israels Katz ov

Leeds vs Manchester United: Premier League teams, prediction, lineups

Manchester United are mired in poor form - and Lisandro Martinez's meltdown - now they face on-the-up rivals Leeds. Leeds vs Manchester United: P

Albanian PM blames foreign hands for unrest as student protests intensify

Riot police clash with protesters for fourth day, as young Albanians protest corruption and poor university conditions Albanian PM blames foreign

Trump administration plans to charge international students $70,000 for work authorisation

Under the proposal, nonimmigrant students with F-1 visas would be required to pay $70,000 to a certified institution for on-the-job training, kno

Why do we suddenly forget why we walked into a room?

Man Arrested For Killing Associate Over Rs 10,000 Debt In Uttarakhand

The accused, Sunil Kumar, allegedly attacked Sumit Kumar, a resident of Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district, with a bamboo stick on Thursday followin

Kharge writes to PM Modi: Call all-party meet on delimitation bill

Govt ropes in aided, private teachers, PSU staff for Census work

FC Raengdai to lock horns with NEROCA FC in Manipur Police Football Cup final

FC Raengdai defeated KRYPHSA, Naoremthong 2 0 in the second semi final match of the 1st Manipur Police Football Cup 2026 at the Lamlong Artificia

Chandel 2nd Divn Football Chandonpokpi YC, New Wangparal YC win to complete semi final line up

Chandonpokpi YC and New Wangparal YC registered quarterfinal victories to complete the semi final line up of the DC Chandel Trophy 2nd Division F

Kakching 1st Divn League UBSA thrash DYA 3 0 to finish runners up behind YGC

UBSA, Mantak cruised to a comfortable 3 0 victory over DYA, Elangkhanpokpi to claim the runners up title in the 7 team 22nd KK Memorial 1st Divis

MU Inter College Basketball Tournament Thoubal College, MU seal men and women

Thoubal College and Manipur University emerged as the men and women

Trump mocks popularity of the name Mohammad, common among Muslims

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The journey from a promising partnership to a world-class combination for Manush and Diya

For Indian table tennis, it was the fourth medal at the Asian Games and ensured that the sport had a podium finish for a third consecutive time

US Stock Market today: Why have S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones suffered biggest drops since June? Top, worst performing stocks at Wall Street

US Stock Market: Energy stocks held up better than most. Exxon rose 2.5 per cent and Chevron added 2.6 per cent. Alcoa rose 2.5 per cent and The

Brent crude hits $110 a barrel for first time since May as supply concerns mount

Diesel and gasoline futures also climbed as traders assessed geopolitical risks, disrupted energy infrastructure and limited prospects for immedi

Scientists uncover mystery of how snail shells coil to the right or to the left

Scientists have discovered a gene that determines whether Japanese snails develop shells that are left- or right-coiling

Rabbits were a medieval royal luxury in England

The European rabbit is a common sight in the British countryside today. Yet it was not always so. They are not native to the British Isles and ar

Serum Institutes HPV vaccine Cervavac receives WHO prequalification

Inclusion on the WHO list allows Cervavac to be procured by U.N. agencies. The vaccine targets four HPV types and is indicated for girls and boys

As GST Council meets, tax experts say reforms must move beyond rates to processes and compliance

The GST Council will meet in New Delhi on October 8 for the first time after its meeting on September 3-4, 2025.

Increasing tiger attacks on cattle spark protest in Keralams Munnar

By our estimate, nearly 25 tigers, including cubs, are roaming the plantation belt in Munnar, posing a direct threat to humans and livestock, say

Verizon Will Charge

Verizon plans to charge customers $10 per month for the iPhone Handoff feature that Apple added in iOS 27 . iPhone Handoff allows one phone numbe

Travis And Jason Kelce Strike $20 Million Deal As Garage Beer Eyes Expansion

Travis and Jason Kelces Garage Beer has secured a $20 million credit facility from Tiger Finance to support product expansion and plans to enter

Eknath Shinde accuses opposition of spreading false narratives after three electoral defeats

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ISRO completes Gaganyaan separation tests ahead of first uncrewed mission in 2026

The tests assessed module separation, umbilical disconnections and the ability of critical Crew Module systems to withstand shocks during separat

Hyderabad Set For Pickleball League

The playoffs are scheduled for December 5, followed by the championship final on December 12.

For global trades sake, hope our US deal is inked soon: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman expressed optimism regarding the speedy conclusion of the India-US trade agreement during her recent interaction. She highligh

18 Riders Make The Cut For Equestrian Nationals

Over the two days of competition, 58 starts produced 18 qualifications towards the Junior National Equestrian Championships.

Mighty Marathas And Kakatiya Knights Seal Top Two Spots In Archery Premier League

Chiefs win puts Royals chances of defending their title under threat as they remain on 8 points with only one match left to play.

Best NFL Offseason Moves Of 2026: Signings And Trades Already Transforming The League

Mike Evans and Kenneth Walker III have delivered immediate results, while defensive additions are helping reshape Cincinnati and Los Angeles.

Apple resets factory settings for iPhone 17: Price-conscious buyers pause purchases as Pro models gain ground

Apple is cutting production of the standard iPhone 17 for the Indian market following a more than 20% price increase, as demand weakens despite s

Carolina Hurricanes Receive Seth Jarvis Boost As Taylor Hall Injury Timeline Emerges

Seth Jarvis will travel with Carolina but still needs clearance to play, while Taylor Hall is week to week after suffering an upper-body injury a

Hyderabad Mens And Womens Teams Win In Under-19 Cricket

Hyderabad U-19 women edged Madhya Pradesh in a closely contested, low-scoring encounter at Trivandrum, defending a total of 113 to win by six run

Tommy McMillen Targets UFC 335 As Luke Riley Matchup Intrigues

Tommy McMillen hopes to fight again in December, while Luke Riley has welcomed a potential matchup. No bout between the unbeaten featherweights h

Tommy McMillen Eyes UFC 335 Comeback With Luke Riley A Potential Opponent

Tommy McMillen hopes to fight again in December, while Luke Riley has welcomed a potential matchup. No bout between the unbeaten featherweights h

Anthropic Quietly Pitches Its Own AI Safety Bill To Lawmakers: Reports

The bill would let the government block a model's release or use only if it poses a foreseeable, imminent risk of more than $1 billion in damages

Reliance Industries to Elon Musk: Competition welcome, but follow rules

Astronomer leads global team on NASA mission to create unprecedented view of the early universe

A University of Missouri astronomer is leading a team of 130 researchers from 62 institutions

BioLab Holdings Launches EmeraNova

-BioLab Holdings announced today a new, larger mission with the launch of EmeraNova

Trumps New Spokesperson Lasts JUST Five Days? Katie Zacharia OUT Amid Media Backlash

White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is out after just five days on the job, following a rocky media debut and scrutiny over her legal cred

Starlink says it is ready to offer high-speed internet in India, cites government approvals

Starlink, Reliance and Bharti Airtels OneWeb are at the centre of a growing dispute over competition and regulatory approvals in Indias satellite

Uncovering the secrets of New Zealand

Zam-2.0: North Korea tests high-speed AI-guided torpedo; what we know

Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'

The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say.

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Court sentences Tahir Hussain to two years in NE Delhi riots case

The court observed that although the prosecution had not established Hussains direct involvement in the rioting, his alleged role in facilitating

Hurricane Trudy weakens but may regain strength off Mexican coast

Hurricane Trudy weakened on Friday but could regain strength in the coming hours, meteorologists warned, as

US bond 10-year yields suffer biggest weekly drop in over year. Why is treasury note down?

US bond yield on the benchmark US 10-year Treasury note was unchanged at 5.087 per cent after earlier rising to 5.1334 per cent. The yield on the

Oregon school attack: Teen shooter was former student, police say

Authorities said Griffin J. John II had been a special needs student at Silver Rail Elementary and had attacked a classroom with special needs st

Plants shift gene activity within minutes of entering spaceflight, experiment reveals

Plants begin responding to spaceflight almost immediately after leaving Earth, according to a new University of Florida study that captured the e

US lifts curbs on Mexican airlines after aviation dispute

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