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India's men's soft tennis team was defeated by Indonesia in the quarterfinals. The Indian team secured two group stage wins against Mongolia and Lao. They faced a 0-2 loss to Indonesia in their quarterfinal match. Jay Meena and Yogesh Choudhary opened the doubles match for India. Aryan Thakur then lost his singles match, sealing the defeat.

Accommodation for Asian Games athletes in Japan is functional and efforts are being made to deal with numerous complaints from disgruntled teams, a chief organiser told AFP. More than 17,000 competitors and officials are expected at the continent's biggest sporting spectacular, which opens on Saturday in Nagoya. Speaking ahead of the opening ceremony, organising committee president Hideaki Omura said efforts are being made to ensure athletes are comfortable.

Two terrorists suspected to be linked to Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad were killed during Operation Sohan in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The joint operation involving the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF began after intelligence inputs indicated terrorist presence in the Brattal area. Security forces continue search and surveillance operations amid rain, difficult terrain and poor visibility.

The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games commence this Saturday, featuring new sports like mixed martial arts. Athletes will compete across 43 sports, with some events serving as Olympic qualifiers. Japan hosts the quadrennial event for the third time, welcoming many participants. Organizers adjusted accommodation plans due to increased athlete registrations. China continues its dominance, having led the medal table since 1982.

TDP leader P Srinivasa Rao supports the Union Home Minister's statement on UCC introduction. He believes UCC will strengthen national unity and reduce gender bias. CPI(M) state secretary V Srinivas Rao criticizes the BJP's UCC agenda. He claims the BJP uses UCC politics to divert attention from issues. The CPI(M) will oppose UCC and advocate for an equality civil code.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's IPL success makes him a national team contender. He expressed a desire to play for India again. Kumar last represented India in T20 internationals in 2022. He claimed 17 wickets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025. Kumar also took 28 wickets in IPL 2026.

A Russian businessman with ties to President Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin paid for celebrations following Donald Trump Jr.s wedding to Bettina Trump in the Bahamas, the couple confirmed. Umar Kremlev, head of the International Boxing Association, hosted two nights of festivities after the wedding, according to the newlyweds.

Chandru Rajendran, founder of Procurio, received an email invite from India's Ministry of Finance saying the chief economic adviser wanted to speak with him personally. He initially mistook the mail for spam, then called a landline number listed in it and was invited to Delhi along with his team of economists to discuss the policy challenges young entrepreneurs face.

Sudha Murty shared four pieces of advice for young couples during a session at the India Today Conclave 2024, where she appeared with husband N.R. Narayana Murthy. She said disagreements are inevitable, but couples should avoid getting angry together. She also stressed accepting imperfections, embracing give-and-take and sharing household responsibilities. Murty urged working husbands to support their wives instead of expecting them to manage careers and homes alone.

Nayanthara reprises her divine role in Mookuthi Amman 2, set for release. The fantasy comedy sequel will arrive in theaters on November 6, 2026. Sundar C directs the film, which features Regina Cassandra as the antagonist. This marks Nayanthara's major Tamil release for the year 2026. Read on to know more about it.

India's met coke imports are set to reach a record high this year. Domestic shortages and strong pig iron demand fuel higher overseas purchases. This rise occurs despite an anti-dumping levy imposed in July. Pig iron producers import met coke to avoid duties on exports. met coke prices increased significantly due to rising coking coal costs.

Air India is expanding its use of Salesforces Agentforce AI platform to automate customer service tasks, including email resolution, passenger name changes and access to service-related information. The airline has more than 30 agentic AI initiatives underway across its digital ecosystem, Salesforce said.

Sylvester Stallone's memorable quote from Rocky Balboa captures the essence of resilience in this era. It reminds us that true strength is not in avoiding challenges but in rising after every fall. This empowering message resonates with anyone who's faced failure. Read on to know how this quote of the day teaches us about never giving up.

This summer, Ukraine confronts the pressing challenge of countering Russia's rapidly deployed jet drones, which have become a significant threat. Recent tests highlighted the difficulties in controlling many new interceptor drones. With Russia ramping up the production of these advanced weapons, Kyiv is now focusing on developing cost-effective, mass-produced alternatives. Meanwhile, military aircraft are struggling with dwindling missile resources.

Indias everyday thali is getting costlier as weak monsoon rains, the Iran and Ukraine wars and rising demand for crops used in biofuels push up food prices. Onions are nearly 50% more expensive than a year ago and ginger has surged over 70%, adding pressure on households just as the festive season begins.

Indias festive gold demand is likely to be stronger in value but weaker in volume this year as record prices, higher import duties and Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for restraint weigh on purchases. IBJA expects Modis appeal to curb gold buying to potentially reduce festive sales and imports by 1012%.

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has compared US President Donald Trumps proposed $5,000 payment to American adults with Congress welfare guarantee schemes. Shivakumar described the Congress guarantees as a blockbuster while highlighting Trumps proposal. The plan has drawn questions over congressional approval, its potential cost of more than $1 trillion, inflation risks and the US governments fiscal position.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, in an interview during his visit to India, told PM Modi that politicians usually do not keep their promises before revealing he took 40 years to fulfil a wedding day promise to take his wife to see the Taj Mahal.

Kalyan Bainsla, accused in the Gurugram car-bike collision involving a woman rider, has disputed allegations that he deliberately hit her motorcycle. He claimed the viral footage did not show the full sequence, said he considered stopping after the crash but left after others in the car insisted, and urged police to review CCTV and the complete video before reaching a conclusion.

Thirupaachi, a popular Vijay film, is returning to theatres after two decades. This re-release reportedly coincides with Jason Sanjay's directorial debut, Sigma, which is also scheduled. Audiences may witness a unique father-son box-office situation around October 2026. Read on to know more about it.

Rhys Wynne-Jones, who had experienced homelessness for about a decade, gained worldwide attention after a video of him playing Queens Bohemian Rhapsody at a church in England went viral in 2024. His unexpected fame led to charity performances, more than 40,000 raised for good causes and, eventually, a permanent home in Cornwall.

Ukraine's President Zelenskiy stated readiness for an energy site ceasefire. This step depends on Russia showing genuine willingness to end the conflict. Ukraine has not formally endorsed a US proposal for this agreement. Russia has frequently targeted Ukrainian energy infrastructure during the war. Ukraine has also attacked Russian industrial and oil sites.

Matthew Rhys made history at the Emmys by claiming two lead acting awards in a single night. He triumphed with the Lead Actor in a Limited Series award for The Beast in Me and further distinguished himself by winning the Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Widow's Bay. This remarkable achievement is a first for the Emmy Awards. Read on!

At the 2026 Emmy Awards, Law Roach, the stylist for Zendaya, addressed the ongoing rumors about actress' marriage status with Tom Holland. He clarified that his previous statement regarding their wedding was not true, revealing no official ceremony has taken place yet. Fans continue to speculate about their future, particularly as Zendaya prepares for her Dune: Part Three promotional tour. Read on!

The author expresses her deep and persistent love for her husband. She feels the same passion as when they first met. This intense affection feels inappropriate for their long marriage and family life. She wishes for guidance on how to temper her overwhelming feelings. The author finds no literary examples for moderating such profound love.

President Donald Trump has rejected calls from Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Elon Musk to slow advanced AI development and strengthen safeguards. The debate highlights growing concerns over AI risks, cybersecurity threats and regulation as the US seeks to maintain its technological lead over China.

Xi Jinping's five-point plan offers greater BRICS cooperation and a potential shift in focus. This initiative places technology and industrial integration at its core. Member nations should offer transparent alternatives to China's proposed AI framework. Past chairs have ensured BRICS serves as a forum for emerging economies. Developing economic ties beyond the group will broaden future options.

The CBI has registered an FIR concerning Disha Salian's death. This action follows a Bombay High Court order for a thorough investigation. Salian's father provided a detailed statement alleging conspiracy and a cover-up. The FIR lists several individuals whose roles require examination by the agency. Disha Salian died in June 2020, shortly before Sushant Singh Rajput's death.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted 'Vande Mataram's' historical importance and its recent acceptance in full form. He stressed the mandatory learning of mother tongues in primary education for child development. The government is promoting Indian languages through various initiatives and examinations. Learning a second Indian language connects children to the 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' goal. Efforts are underway to enrich all Indian languages and create a collective linguistic resource

New gateways will soon welcome visitors at Delhi's borders. These structures will feature symbolic designs like a lion and a boat. The project includes beautification and construction costing approximately thirty crore rupees. Gateways will draw inspiration from Delhi's rich heritage and identity. This initiative aims to enhance Delhi's overall image and recognition.

Twenty-two individuals were remanded in police custody until September 16 for hospital violence. The accused include MLA Rajendra Gavit's son and a former Shiv Sena chief. They allegedly vandalized property and assaulted staff at Relief Hospital. Police sought custody for evidence collection, including voice samples and mobile devices. The court granted custody due to the severe nature of the alleged offenses.

Ravan received an invincible atma-ling from Shivji, which he could not ground. Deities sought Vishnu's help, who advised them to approach Ganesh. Ganesh, disguised as a boy, tricked Ravan into grounding the atma-ling at Gokarn. The sacred ling lost its power, and Ravan departed for Lanka dejected. This act by Ganesh, the obstacle remover, saved the world from Ravan's ambition.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved Sibamoni Bora as the party candidate. She will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election from Assam's Nagaon constituency. The Nagaon seat became vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi moved to the Assam Assembly. The Bharatiya Janata Party named Debashis Sarma as its candidate for this by-election. The All India Trinamool Congress announced Abdul Salam as their chosen candidate.

The Indian Air Force recently showcased the Vayu UTtaM drone management system at Pokhran. This innovative system provides crucial support in managing drones and detecting rogue aircraft within congested airspace. At Dronathon 2026, various domestic unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone technologies were highlighted, alongside the unveiling of the IAF UAS Roadmap aimed at guiding the industry towards achieving self-reliance in unmanned systems.

The 'typing...' notification on WhatsApp induces notable psychological strain on users. This digital pause tends to fuel anxiety, prompting individuals to analyze the sender's motives. The absence of the indicator suggests a conscious choice to disengage after beginning the message. A terse reply like 'Fine' following an extended wait can be quite jarring.

Oasis will embark on a 38-date world tour in 2027. This extensive tour follows their successful 2025 reunion performances. A new registration system aims to prevent ticketing chaos experienced previously. Fans must register for a chance to purchase tickets for the shows. The band will perform across Britain, Europe, and the United States.

The Dronathon 2026, hosted by the Indian Air Force, kicked off in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This innovative three-day event showcases state-of-the-art unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone technologies, where local manufacturers present their cutting-edge advancements. The initiative aims to bolster the Air Force's capabilities in the unmanned arena and foster collaboration with industry players for homegrown solutions.

At a UN Human Rights Council gathering, India highlighted its efforts to address water scarcity through initiatives such as the Jal Jeevan Mission and Namami Gange. Discussions focused on the links between water scarcity, human rights and sustainable development. Experts stressed the importance of transparency and data sharing, while calling for greater cooperation on shared water resources to protect human dignity and support livelihoods that depend on these vital resources.

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay secured significant investments during his UK visit. Multiple MoUs totaling approximately Rs 12,300 crore were signed in London. These agreements are expected to generate over 9,400 high-value jobs across the state. Samvardhana Motherson International committed Rs 11,000 crore for advanced manufacturing facilities.

Rare shells linked to Captain James Cook nearly vanished in the 1980s. The collection was thrown into a university dumpster, apparently forgotten and overlooked. For almost 40 years, its historical value remained hidden. Now, the shells have returned to England and entered heritage archives.

The Delhi High Court has ruled against the Vimal Elaichi makers, dismissing their plea regarding Maharashtra FDA notices aimed at celebrities Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff. The dismissal was based on the court's view that it had no jurisdiction over the matter, as the FDA alleged the promotional activities were linked to a banned product, targeting individuals instead of the company directly.

Bharat Pensioner Samaj has urged for the introduction of provisional family pensions for grieving spouses. This measure aims to alleviate financial strain during the often lengthy process of securing regular pensions. While the current policy permits the issuance of family pensions within a month, the reality of mourning times and paperwork delays often extends this timeline.

A 19 year old boy's reddit post about receiving an iphone 17 from his 22 year old girlfriend went viral, with the boy saying he felt overwhelmed by the expensive gift and unsure whether to keep it given the income gap between them.

Sister-in-law purchased 26 bighas of land in Najafgarh in 1985 and gave GPA to brother-in-law who in turn sold this land for Rs 6.95 crore in 2011; sister-in-law dies in 2012 without a Will; Delhi HC orders brother-in-law to pay Rs 2.27 crore to sister-in-laws daughters.

The Indian women's cricket team fully supports the BCCI's decision regarding the Asia Cup trophy. Coach Amol Muzumdar stated that winning the tournament is sufficient for the players. The team comprehensively defeated Sri Lanka in the final to secure their eighth title. This refusal to accept the trophy from the ACC chief is a repeat of a past stance.

Breanna Stewart led the U.S. women's basketball team to a fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup victory. The Americans overcame an early deficit against France to secure the championship title. This win extended their remarkable World Cup winning streak to thirty-six games. Several newcomers gained valuable experience on the veteran-led championship squad. France achieved its best-ever finish in the tournament with a silver medal.

Beijing will ban drone possession and storage starting November 15. Existing drone owners must remove devices from the city by November 14. Authorities are offering subsidies for owners selling or recycling their drones. These new rules tighten restrictions after a fatal small-plane crash in June. Unauthorised drone flights remain prohibited on security grounds.