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India defeated Sri Lanka 54-20 to win the inaugural mens Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad. Aditya Shinde led the attack with 10 raid points, while Yogesh Dahiya impressed in defence. India completed a historic double after the womens team also won gold earlier. The men finished unbeaten, securing eight victories throughout the tournament.

The film industry is mourning the sudden loss of filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, who died after suffering a head injury at his residence in Mumbai. Tributes have flooded in from fellow artists and friends, underscoring his significant influence on their careers. At his funeral held at the Versova crematorium, close associates like Sanjay Dutt and Milap Zaveri reflected on Gupta's remarkable contributions, leaving the cinema world facing a profound loss.

The draft list of nominations has been released for the 2026 IOA Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOM) elections, scheduled for November 9. The list contains 27 candidates15 men and 12 womenincluding prominent sporting names such as Gagan Narang, PT Usha, Saina Nehwal, Yogeshwar Dutt and Anju Bobby George.

Azam Khan was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate just after being released from Rampur jail. He had spent nearly 11 months in custody due to legal issues. His son, Abdullah Azam, was released simultaneously but was not taken into custody. The arrest relates to a 2019 case involving allegations of financial wrongdoing and land-grabbing activities. Khan responded emotionally, asserting that his arrest is due to his identity as a Muslim.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of treason against the nation and the Constitution of India. Addressing an INDIA bloc mock parliament in Delhi, Kharge levelled six allegations against the CEC, including claims of large-scale voter deletions during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), changes to voter registration rules and alleged interference in the Election Commission's functioning. He also accused Kumar of favouring the ruling BJP a

Police remain deployed around Polands Constitutional Tribunal as the countrys institutional crisis increasingly spills from courtrooms and government offices onto the streets of Warsaw. Officers were stationed around the tribunal after protesters breached a security perimeter during chaotic scenes outside the building. Three people were detained, while police say objects were thrown at officers as demonstrators attempted to enter the tribunal grounds. Protesters returned the following day as Pre

Chasing a target of 288, Australia were bowled out for 111 in the second session on the final day. The result also took South Africa above Australia to the top of the Test world rankings for the first time since January 2016.

North Korea has developed a sophisticated cyberwar machine enabling it to target financial institutions worldwide. The country's state-sponsored hackers increasingly rely on social engineering and malware to infiltrate cryptocurrency companies. Cyber operations are essential for generating funds due to international sanctions and economic isolation. Reports suggest that North Korea has stolen billions in cryptocurrency through extensive cybercriminal activity. These actions directly support its

What was Iran like before the 1979 Islamic Revolution, and why did so many Iranian families flee their homeland?In this conversation, we explore the story of an Iranian immigrant family forced to leave behind a life of privilege and rebuild from scratch in the United States. From Iran's pre-revolution cosmopolitan culture to the lives of Iranians living under the Islamic Republic, the discussion examines the human cost of political upheaval and why many Iranians may want a change in government.T

Pradeep, a 27-year-old man from Nairkodi, was assaulted by the family of his girlfriend after an alleged altercation. The incident occurred on October 27, when several of the girl's brothers attacked him, causing severe injuries. After being hospitalized due to the assault, Pradeep expressed his distress and received threats from the girl's family. On October 30, Pradeep was found to have died by suicide in the hospital's toilet.

Abhijeet Dipke shared his disappointment regarding Diljit Dosanjh's distancing from a student protest. During a concert, Dosanjh defended his choice to remain silent about social issues. Dipke emphasized his long-standing admiration for Dosanjh despite their disagreement on this matter. Meanwhile, Dosanjh reiterated his commitment to love and support for all Punjabis during his performance. The singer addressed criticisms related to his film 'Satluj' and urged unity among the community.

BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra, who is MP from Puri Lok Sabha constituency, called the mock parliament a drama, and highlighted that the Speical Intensive Revision (SIR) was ongoing and substantiated the claims around the 13 crore delted voters. Earlier, Amit Shah challenged the INDIA bloc to discuss the issue during a special session of Parliament.

Manisha Bhanwala made history as the first Indian woman to win gold at the Wrestling World Championships, overcoming a 0-6 deficit to triumph. After the win, she showcased a Tshirt with the photo of her late father, who introduced her to the sport. With her sights now set on the 57kg Olympic category for LA 2028, Manishas experience and resilience will be crucial for future success.

Dhruv Jurel played a crucial role for India A by scoring an unbeaten 99 in tough conditions. After losing three wickets in quick succession, India A struggled at 160 for 6 during the match. Jurel built partnerships including a vital 62-run stand with Manav Suthar, who contributed 22 runs. He remained unbeaten as India A fought back to reach a competitive total by day's end.

Dinesh Karthik asserts that India should consider resting Abhishek Sharma if they wish to include Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the lineup. This comes after Sooryavanshi missed the fourth T20I, allowing Ishan Kishan to recover. While Sanju Samson has shown promise, his recent form has dipped, making it crucial to balance team dynamics. With the series against New Zealand secured, the last T20I serves as a platform to experiment with combinations.

India has included fast bowler Auqib Nabi in their squad for the first three ODIs against New Zealand. This decision follows an injury to Prasidh Krishna, who will miss the entire ODI series. Nitish Kumar Reddy will remain with the ODI squad before joining India A for a four-day match. The two-Test series against New Zealand is scheduled to commence on November 19.

Glenn Phillips, during the fourth T20I against India, walked out to bat after Daryl Mitchell was dismissed off the fifth ball of the third over, bowled by Mayank Yadav. He first exchanged a fist bump with opening batter Finn Allen. As he began walking towards the crease, the DJ played The Time Is Now, John Cena's famous entrance theme.