Democrats press to win a majority of governors' offices in midterms after power struggles with Trump
Votes were counted in key gubernatorial races during the midterm elections across several states. Democrats attempted to gain a majority of gubernatorial offices, a goal not achieved in years. Competitive contests took place in various states, reflecting voter discontent over multiple issues. Notable races included those in Texas, Ohio, Georgia, and Iowa, where incumbent governors faced challenges. The outcomes could significantly influence future election administration and political dynamics.
Spanish soccer player dies after on-field collision in second-division match
Barcelona, Nov 3:Tenerife forward Jess de Miguel has died after he suffered cardiac arrest from an on-field collision in a Spanish second-division match, his club said Tuesday. He was 30. De Miguel was challenging for the ball near midfield on Monday when he was struck in the chest by the onrushing Andorra goalkeeper Jess Owono during added time. Owono was shown a straight red card for the incident. De Miguel was taken to a hospital and the match, tied 2-2, was abandoned after the incident. Tenerife said in a statement to Spanish media late Monday that De Miguel suffered cardiac arrest but that his pulse was restored in the ambulance to the hospital. However, it later said his condition had worsened neurologically and subsequently announced that De Miguel had died at 8 a.m. The club located on Spain's Canary Islands said it was heartbroken. De Miguel, a Madrid native, made his professional debut in 2015 with Legans B and has since played for a number of lower-divisions clubs in Spain. He joined Tenerife last year. There are no words of comfort, the club statement read. There is absolutely nothing that can alleviate this profound sense of sorrow. We stand with his devastated family, his loved ones, and the entire Tenerife community. The heavy collision happened when Owono rushed out of his area all the way to midfield to challenge for a long ball that De Miguel was trying to reach. De Miguel initially curled on his knees, clutching his torso for a few seconds, before he fell over onto his back, with his arms falling to his sides. Owono was walking off the field after being shown the red card but turned around and joined the other players rushing to check on De Miguel. Andorra, which is owned by former Barcelona star Gerard Pique, also offered its condolences, along with other clubs, the Spanish soccer federation and La Liga. We wish to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Jess de Miguel, to all his colleagues and friends, and to CD Tenerife. May he rest in peace, Andorra said in a statement. The players of Real Madrid held a minute of silence for De Miguel during training, while fellow topflight club Espanyol postponed the presentation of its new coach. English clubs Manchester United and Liverpool joined in offering their condolences on social media. The Spanish soccer federation postponed two Copa del Rey matches and one Copa de la Reina matches to be held later on Tuesday. Life-threatening injuries from collisions in soccer are extremely rare.
Mehboobas dialogue pitch meets the wall of political divisions
Srinagar, Nov 3:While Jammu and Kashmirs politicians often seek New Delhis attention to start a dialogue with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, they themselves miserably fail to engage with rival political parties within J&K. Former chief minister and opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Muftis renewed call for dialogue with New Delhi exposes a deeper contradiction in J&K politics of parties sharing common demands but remaining divided over leadership, strategy, and political ownership of the struggle. Muftis demand that New Delhi engage in dialogue with J&K, while accusing the ruling National Conference (NC) of burying autonomy and deepening the Delhi divide, highlights a fundamental challenge in J&K politics: the gap between rhetoric of broader interests and the reality of fragmented politics. In June, Mufti appealed for a united political outreach to New Delhi and wrote a series of letters to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, BJP Legislature Party leader Sunil Sharma, and J&K Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President Tariq Hameed Karra. The development had come in response to the engagement between the Leh Apex Body (LAB), Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), and the Government of India. Following it, Mufti proposed that political parties in J&K jointly approach Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for a meaningful and sustained dialogue on J&Ks future. After sending the letters, Mufti said, J&K stands at a crossroads where we cannot let despair shape our future. Political leadership across the state must rise above politics to unite for peace and dignity of its people. A sincere and sustained dialogue with the Government of India is imperative. I urge a united outreach to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Muftis appeal had carried echoes of the Peoples Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD), the coalition formed after the August 5, 2019, constitutional changes. However, an aspect of Muftis outreach that attracted attention was its selective nature. While she wrote letters to CM Omar, LOP Sharma, and JKPCC chief Karra, she did not reach out to Altaf Bukharis Apni Party, Sajad Lones Peoples Conference, CPI (M) leader Muhammad Yusuf Tarigami, or other political actors of J&K. Now, Muftis latest demand for a dialogue between J&K and New Delhi, without having made any headway in bringing a consensus among the different political parties on the issue, prompts questions about whether the proposed consensus was intended to be genuinely inclusive or just symbolic. The reality is that nearly seven years after the reorganisation of J&K, political parties continue to articulate remarkably similar concerns on several core issues like restoration of statehood, protection of democratic rights, greater political empowerment, economic development, or rebuilding public confidence. However, they often differ in strategy, political ownership, and leadership. Talking to Greater Kashmir, former minister and Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari said: Last year in October, I was the first one to tell Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to start a dialogue with people of Kashmir, as the Home Minister on his visit to Kashmir had said that New Delhi would not talk to Islamabad and instead talk to people of J&K as it considered their own people. However, when we took that stand, we were referred to as New Delhis B Team. Mehbooba even sent letters to NC, BJP, and Congress, but as part of her divisive politics, she did not invite others, including Apni Party. He said that on PDPs foundation day on Monday, Mufti called upon New Delhi to initiate a dialogue with the people of J&K and echoed Apni Partys year-old stand. Mehbooba used to sing Pakistan-Pakistan. PDP used to say that those who talk of getting involved in dialogue with New Delhi are BJPs own people. However, after wasting one full year, she has suddenly come to realise that there is a need for a dialogue between the Centre and New Delhi. Had they instead arrived at a consensus on the issue and sought to approach New Delhi together along with other parties, it would have been easier for New Delhi to engage, Bukhari said. He said that the leadership in Jammu and Kashmir could learn from Ladakhis, who, despite differences between the Kargil Development Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body (LAB), presented a united face to New Delhi. The different political parties in J&K can similarly present a joint stand at least on the issues that touch the skin of the people like arrests, harassment, slapping of PSAs, and statehood as these are not demands specific to any political party, the Apni Party leader said. Mehboobas change of heart is welcome as we have no locus standi to tell New Delhi to engage Islamabad in dialogue. Her climb down from what she was saying and echoing the same things that the Apni Party has been saying is a good development. But if she is sincere, why not approach New Delhi together about the common issues. He claimed that it was the Apni Party that played a key role in safeguarding the land and employment rights of Jammu and Kashmir residents following the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019. Bukhari was referring to the Jammu and Kashmir Domicile Law that was introduced after the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A, under which a person is eligible for domicile status (which relates to certain job and residence provisions) if they have resided in the Union Territory of J&K for a period of 15 years, or have studied there for 7 years and appeared in Class 10th or 12th examinations, among other qualifying categories (such as central government or All India Service officers who have served for a specified duration). Kargil Democratic Alliance (KAD) Co-Chairman Asgar Ali Karbali told Greater Kashmir over the phone from Kargil that they tried to reach a common ground with the Leh Apex Body (LAB) with open hearts. We accepted ground realities and realised that both the KAD and LAB had a common goal, he said. However, there was a communication gap and misunderstandings which we tried to resolve. Delving into the details of how KAD and LAB agreed on the demands to be presented to New Delhi, Karbali said: The LABs demand was the 6th Schedule and constitutional guarantees. KADs demands were democratic rights and statehood. Then there were also issues that both agreed on, like recruitments, reservations, Ladakh Reservation Certificates (LRC), gazetted and non-gazetted posts, and the increase of parliamentary seats for both Ladakh and Kargil. He said that when the two groups met for the first time, they sat together from 11 am to 3 pm and reached a consensus and came up with four demands of statehood, 6th Schedule, recruitment and reservations, and LRC. These also included issues of domiciles and an increase in parliamentary seats one each for Leh and Kargil, Karbali said. And, for the past 6 years, both groups have been sincere, and if at all there is any miscommunication, it is discussed in the Core Committee and deliberated upon. Former minister and Peoples Conference (PC) President Sajad Gani Lone, however, has a different take on the issue. While he believes in presenting a joint front to New Delhi, he does not believe that it is the sincerity of the Ladakh leadership that different groups arrived at a consensus. The reality is that Delhi wants to have a dialogue with the people of Ladakh as they consider them their own. On the contrary, they dont treat people of Kashmir as their own. It is not an issue of todays Delhi but a legacy being carried forward for decades. The people of Ladakh have been the loved ones of Delhi even in the previous regimes at New Delhi. Even Congress used Ladakh and Jammu as a stick to beat Kashmiris. Delhi loves them, but it does not treat Kashmiris as their own, Lone said. However, he backed the idea of engaging in dialogue with New Delhi. Dialogue is a sacred institution to resolve conflicts. The alternative to dialogue is violence. However, in Jammu and Kashmir, dialogue has always been misused. It has never been taken seriously. Various rounds of dialogue between the Hurriyat and New Delhi came to nought, the PC President, who is also MLA Handwara, said. He said that one of the biggest tragedies of Kashmir was that the two kings parties play musical chairs. When they (NC and PDP) are in power, they slap PSAs on the people, blind people with pellet guns, and kill civilians. When out of power, they become the proponents of dialogue and human rights. This trivialises the concept of human rights and dialogue. They should leave that space of talking about the human rights of the people to others, as they are the people whose hands are splattered with the blood of Kashmiris. Over seven years after the 2019 reorganisation, J&Ks political parties remain united on many demands but divided on the politics of pursuing them. Unlike Ladakh, the region is yet to turn shared grievances into a collective political voice.
Study maps Nelore cattle microbiota to reduce methane emissions
Researchers at the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) are studying the relationship between the genetics of Nelore cattle and the microorganisms in their guts (microbiota). Nelore cattle are the most widely raised beef breed in Brazil. The goal is to develop strategies that reduce emissions of methane
Japan Investment Corp to sell unit for $8.2 bn
Tokyo: Japan Investment Corp (JIC), a state-backed fund, plans to sell chipmaking materials maker JSR to Mitsui Chemicals in a deal that could exceed 1.3 trillion yen ($8.20 billion), two people familiar with the matter said.A decision could come as soon as within the month, one of the people said. Both people declined to be identified as the information is not public.JIC, JSR and Mitsui Chemicals did not reply to a request for comment.Reuters, which previously reported JIC is considering selling JSR, is reporting the final buyer for the first time.JIC acquired JSR for some 900 billion yen two years ago and had said it planned to use the business to drive consolidation in the semiconductor materials sector.The fund will instead sell JSR to a domestic chemical major as it takes advantage of a lift in the valuation of chip-related firms due to a boom in AI investment.JSR, established in 1957, is a leading manufacturer of photoresists which are used to transfer circuit patterns onto semiconductor wafers.Mitsui Chemicals, which is also expanding its chip materials business, has a market capitalisation of about 800 billion yen.The deal could be among the largest in Japan's chemicals sector, exceeding the 2020 acquisition of Hitachi Chemical by Showa Denko which created Resonac Holdings.Mitsui Chemicals had 217.8 billion yen in cash and cash equivalents and 876.4 billion yen in interest-bearing debt as at the end of June.Its debt-to-equity ratio, a measure of financial soundness, stood at 0.75.JIC, which is overseen by the trade ministry, was set up in 2018 to invest in companies with the goal of boosting Japan's competitiveness.Its investments include medical equipment maker Topcon alongside private equity firm KKR.($1 = 158.5200 yen)
Everything New in the iOS 27.3 Beta
Apple today started testing iOS 27.3, the biggest update to iOS 27 since it launched in September. iOS 27.3 includes some features Apple showed off earlier this year, and it adds all-new capabilities. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Safari Safari has a Vertical Tabs layout option that can be activated in Safari settings, along with an Adaptive Dark Mode for websites that don't have a dark mode design option. Siri AI Siri AI can do more in and across apps, with Apple adding a long list of new actions. In Mail, Siri can unsubscribe you from mailing lists and undo recently sent messages. In Weather, Siri can add locations to your weather list, or control weather notifications. In Safari, Siri can clear browsing history, manage tabs and windows, save articles to a Reading List, and close duplicate tabs. In Files, Siri can organize content, delete files you haven't accessed for a set period of time, and more. There are new Siri actions across Calendar, Files, Journal, Mail, Maps, Messages, Music, Notes, Photos , Preview, Reminders, Safari, Shortcuts, and Weather. You can find out what's new by asking Siri what it can do in each app. Apple is also expanding Siri AI to Traditional Chinese, Vietnamese, Turkish, and Norwegian, and adding a Developer Preview that lets any developer integrate their app with Siri AI. Any app can now bring its content and actions directly into Siri AI using App Intents. Siri AI can complete any custom actions developers implement, and there are skills available for teaching Siri AI to combine several actions into a single experience. New Health App The redesigned Health app is back in iOS 27.3. It has new Insights and Longevity tabs that show more information about your health and fitness metrics. The Insights tab includes your most recent health data, like Activity Rings, heart rate, sleep score, and vitals. Apple Intelligence will use that information to offer Personal Guidance. The Health app will be able to make suggestions based on your goals and what kinds of activities you do. The Health app's Longevity tab looks at health data over time. It assesses you across seven categories: heart health, sleep, mental wellbeing, movement health, metabolic health, hearing, and nutrition. It also has a Health Age feature that uses info like resting heart rate, VO2 max, HRV, sleep, and biomarkers from blood work to calculate how your health metrics compare to your actual age. Health Age relies on health data collected from the Apple Watch, plus it incorporates fitness assessments you can take at home with tracking via the iPhone's camera. iPhone Duo Reachability Reachability is now available on the iPhone Duo . You can swipe left from the left edge or right from the right edge of the device's outer display to bring content closer to where your thumb is for one-handed use. Reachability can be turned on in the Settings app by going to Accessibility, selecting Touch, and toggling on the option. iPhone Duo Keyboard The keyboard on the iPhone Duo's front display has been tweaked. The emoji and number keys have been swapped, as have the microphone and return keys. Keys are slightly taller and thinner, the space bar is wider, and the letters on each key are smaller and not as bold. StandBy Apple is making the StandBy features introduced with the iPhone Duo available on all iPhone models that can run iOS 27. There are updated versions of the Analog and Digital Clock faces with more customization options for color and complications, an updated Photos face, new Calendar and Weather faces, and the option to create multiple versions of each face type and swipe between them. Live Rewind and Siri Recap Live Rewind and Siri Recap are available in watchOS 27.3, but iOS 27.3 is also required. The features can be enabled in the Watch app on the iPhone. Apple Intelligence for China Apple Intelligence is now live in China . It includes initial Apple Intelligence features like Live Translation, Writing Tools, Visual Intelligence , email and notification summaries, Photos Clean Up, and Genmoji . Siri AI is not available, nor are the Apple Intelligence features added in iOS 27. China Earthquake Alerts iOS 27.3 appears to add support for safety alerts. Apple has been working with the China Earthquake Networks Center to add early warning earthquake alerts for users in China. Selfie Sing Apple Music has a new Selfie Sing option that lets users capture a video of themselves singing karaoke. The feature can be found by searching for the Apple Music Sing playlist in Apple Music, selecting a song, and then tapping on the camera icon to start a recording. Karaoke videos can be adjusted wit voice modification options and shared with friends or on social media. Freeform In the Freeform app, there are new tools for generating custom shapes and adding images. Apple says users can create custom, editable shapes with text descriptions. It's a feature limited to Apple Creator Studio subscribers. There are also new styles for formatting text, and an option to choose a color for the background of a board. Control Center The VPN toggle in Control Center now lets you quickly switch between VPNs. Before now, the toggle just turned the last used VPN on or off. App Library The Cancel button in the App Library search interface is now an X button. Apple Fitness+ iOS 27.3 includes a new Gym Strength workout in Apple Fitness+. Gym Strength is a custom fitness option that generates a four-week plan based on a user's goals, experience, schedule, and equipment. Safari Settings In the Advanced section of Safari settings, there's an option to Use Global Privacy Control. Weather The tiny slider that lets you swap between Condition views in the Weather app now uses Liquid Glass. Apple has also updated how next-hour precipitation looks. Australia RCS support is available for Australian carrier Telstra in iOS 27.3. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 Related Forum: iOS 27 This article, Everything New in the iOS 27.3 Beta first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Man Utd beat Roma - the other great Champions League comebacks
Manchester United come from two goals down to beat Roma 3-2 - but what are the other best fightbacks in Champions League history?
New framework helps turn biodiversity goals into measurable action
The new study by Newcastle University and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) offers a practical roadmap for tracking progress toward halting species extinctions by 2050. It guides users from understanding where species are most at risk in a given area, through taking action to reduce species threats, to measuring the real-world impact of conservation efforts on reducing species extinction risk over time.
NBCA edge USC 2 1 for second win
Nambol Brink Cultural Association NBCA , Takyel Khongbal, edged past United Sporting Club USC , Phayeng, with a 2 1 victory today to secure their second win in three matches at the ongoing 31st L Sangita Devi Memorial 1st Division Football League 2026 27 Coming off a dominant 4 0 trouncing of IFC in their previous outing, NBCA carried their momentum into the first half, breaking the deadlock in the 44th minute through a clinical strike from Naorem Mangalsana NBCA doubled their advantage in the 57th minute when Grison Laitonjam calmly converted a penalty Refusing to back down, USC fought their way back into the contest just three minutes later, with Ningthoujam Moramba pulling a goal back in the 60th minute Despite the late surge, USC failed to sustain enough pressure to find an equaliser NBCA seamlessly ramped up their defensive line in the closing stages, successfully denying USC any further breakthroughs to seal the 2 1 victory Source The Sangai Express
TAM greets Ironman champions L Biten and L Valenjit
The Triathlon Association of Manipur TAM has extended its heartiest congratulations to Laikhuram Biten Singh and Valenjit Laikhuram for their stellar performances at the 70 3 Goa Ironman Triathlon 2026 Laikhuram Biten Singh clinched the prestigious overall champion title, while Valenjit Laikhuram topped the podium in the men
Apple Watch Activity badges: Veteran
Macworld Achievement badges are a funny thing. You know theyre just a simple little bit of visual flair, they dont even do anything, and yet for some reason you just have to collect them. Gamification can be a great motivator, and the achievement badges for the activity tracking on the Apple Watch have inspired many users to get more exercise. If you want to maximize your badge count, youre going to want to chase down as many activity achievements as you can. Most are available year-round, but there are also some time-limited special events to grab, too. Heres a list of all the activity achievements for the Apple Watch and how to unlock them. Updated November 3, 2026: Apples yearly Veterans Day challenge is coming up on November 11, 2026. Apple Watch Series 11 Price When Reviewed: From $399 Best Prices Today: $379 at Walmart | $429.99 at Best Buy US Standard achievements Most of the achievements can be earned year-round. If you open the Activity app on your iPhone, then head over to the Achievements tab, youll see some of them listed even before you earn them (in which case they will be represented by a grey outline). However, there are some achievements that are not shown until you earn them. Past and future monthly challenges, for example, wont show up, nor do all the various individual exercise workouts. Here is a list of all the standard badges you can get. First [exercise] Workout The first time you perform a new exercise for at least 5 minutes, youll get a achievement badge. Every workout type that does not fall under the Other category is eligible for this badge: from walking to yoga to HIIT to hiking and more. Activities with both indoor and outdoor variants, like Cycling and Walking, are bundled together; you can do either activity to get the badge, and can only get it once. [exercise] Workout Record Every time you beat your previous best record for calories burned in any of the exercises listed above, you get this badge. There is one caveat: You must complete five workouts of that type first. If you want to game the system, make sure your first four workouts of each type are short and easy, so it wont take much effort to beat them. You get a badge the first time you do each major exercise type, and when you break a record. 7-Workout Week Simply complete any workout of at least 15 minutes every day of the week. Note that the week is Monday-Sunday, and you have to do a workout on each of those days (you cant simply do any seven days in a row). If you start a walking workout whenever you walk outside, you can achieve this easily. New Move Record Any day that your Move ring goes further than ever before (meaning you burned more calories in a day), youll earn this award. Theres one catch: you have to use your Apple Watch for 10 days before you can complete this. New Exercise Record This is just like the Move Record achievement, only for the green ring. This one is based on minutes of exercise, not calories burned, so its really easy to get. Just like the Move Record achievement, you have to use your Apple Watch for 10 days first. Move Goal 200%, 300%, 400% You earn this when you exceed your calorie target (the red Move ring) by 2x, 3x, or 4x, respectively. In other words, its given for making the red activity ring go around two, three, or four times in a day. Its easy to get if you just set your Move goal very low. Double, triple, and quadruple your Move ring goal. Reduce your goal if youre having trouble. New Move Goal Every time you change your daily Move goal, and then exceed that new goal, you get this achievement. You can change your Move goal by opening the Activity app on your Apple Watch and force-pressing the screen. Longest Move Streak When you hit your Move goal (close the red ring) several days in a row, thats a streak. You get this award when your streak finally ends, if its longer than your previous best streak. Perfect Week This is given out for four categories: Move, Exercise, Stand, and All Activity. For the first three, simply close the rings (red, green, or blue) every day of the week. To get the Perfect Week (All Activity) badge, close all three rings every day for an entire week. You can earn this multiple times, though it only shows one badge. Remember, one week in the Activity app is from Monday-Sunday! Close those rings every day from Monday to Sunday to earn a handful of badges. Perfect Month Unlike Perfect Week, there are not multiple different Perfect Month badges for the different color rings. The lone Perfect Month achievement is for closing the red Move ring every day of the month. Theres a separate Perfect Month badge for every month and every year, though. So you can earn this in February and again in March, and again in February in the next year. Monthly Challenge Each month has its own unique fitness challenge. If you have notifications set for the Activity app on our Apple Watch, youll see the goal presented at the beginning of the month, but youll also see the current months challenge in the Achievements tab of the Activity app on your iPhone. It will be a grey outline before its completed, but you can tap on it to see what the challenge entails. The monthly challenge may task you with burning a specific number of calories, working out a number of times, or traveling a certain distance. Theres no telling what each new month will bring, you just have to look! Theres a different challenge every month, so check your Activity app. 100, 365, 500, 1,000 Move Goals When you hit your daily Move goal (close the red ring) 100 times, you get an achievement badge. You get another for hitting it 365 times, 500 times, and 1,000 times. These do not need to be in a row; its just the total number of times youve ever hit the goal. Close the Move ring often to unlock a series of badges. Set the Move goal low if you want to make it easier. Apple Watch Ultra 2 Read our review Price When Reviewed: $799 (base) Best Prices Today: $471.49 at Walmart | $549.95 at Best Buy US | $761.11 at Amazon Limited Achievements Apple offers multiple one-off challenges per year that are only available for a limited time. Often, theyre only around for one day or one weekend. Some are limited to the U.S. because theyre based on U.S. holidays. Youll get a notification on your Apple Watch when one of them is coming up (make sure you have notifications enabled for the Activity app, using the Watch app on your iPhone). Veterans Day Challenge (November 11, 2026) Foundry Earn this award on November 11 by doing any workout for 11 minutes or more. Record your time with the Workout app or any app that adds workouts to Health. World Mental Health Day Challenge (October 10, 2026) Foundry National Parks Challenge (August 23, 2026) Apple The anniversary of the founding of the U.S. National Park Service is on August 25. Every year, Apple celebrates this with a global National Parks badge (on the 23th this year). Earning this award is a walk in the park. Or a run. Or a hike. Or a wheelchair push. Just record one of these workouts for 20 minutes or more on August 23. Global Running Day (June 3, 2026) Foundry On June 3, the world runs as one. This Global Running Day, record a running workout of at least 5K (3.1 mi) to earn this award. Use the Workout app or any app that records workouts to Health. International Dance Day (April 29, 2026) Apple Show off your dance moves for International Dance Day. Earn this award by recording a Dance workout of 20 minutes or more on April 29. Record it with the Workout app or any app that adds workouts to Health. Earth Day (April 22, 2026) Apple This Earth Day, April 22, record any 30 minute workout with the Workout app or any app that records workouts to Health to earn this award. The earth will think the world of you. Heart Month challenge (February 14, 2026) Foundry Close your exercise ring on Valentines Day, February 14, to earn this award. Your heart will love you for it. New Year 2026 (January 2026) Foundry Start the year strong and stay active! Earn this award by closing all three Activity rings for seven days in a row in January. World Meditation Day (December 21, 2025) Foundry Time to celebrate World Meditation Day! On December 21, record five mindful minutes or more with the Mindfulness app or any app that adds mindful minutes to Health to earn this special badge. Record 10 minutes of mindfulness or meditation with any app that adds mindful minutes to Health to get this award.
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Aerial survey in Tiswadi khazan lands to map encroachments
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iOS 27.3 Beta Brings Back Apple
iOS 27.3 reintroduces the redesigned Health app previewed in September. Apple tested the new Health app in the iOS 27.2 beta, but it was removed before the update launched. The Health app has been updated, and there are new Insights and Longevity tabs that show more information about your health and fitness metrics. The Insights tab includes your most recent health data, like Activity Rings, heart rate, sleep score, and vitals. Apple Intelligence will use that information to offer Personal Guidance. The Health app will be able to make suggestions based on your goals and what kinds of activities you do. Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 wearers will see their readiness score in the Insights tab as well as on the watch. The readiness score is meant to help you decide whether to push yourself harder, take a recovery day, or work out as usual. A redesigned Vitals section has overnight and daytime views, and HRV has been added as a metric. There are readings for both overall HRV and recovery HRV. The Health app's Longevity tab looks at health data over time. It assesses you across seven categories: heart health, sleep, mental wellbeing, movement health, metabolic health, hearing, and nutrition. It also has a Health Age feature that uses info like resting heart rate, VO2 max, HRV, sleep, and biomarkers from blood work to calculate how your health metrics compare to your actual age. Health Age relies on health data collected from the Apple Watch, plus it incorporates fitness assessments you can take at home with tracking via the iPhone's camera. Eventually, Apple will offer a $119 laboratory panel from Quest Diagnostics, and that information will contribute to Health Age. You can also upload recent lab results or sync medical records. The Health app will expand language support to global English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), French, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish, and Vietnamese. Apple said the new Health app would come in late 2026, which lines up with the expected December release of iOS 27.3. The redesigned app requires an Apple Intelligence-capable iPhone. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 Related Forum: iOS 27 This article, iOS 27.3 Beta Brings Back Apple's Redesigned Health App first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India's push for Aatmanirbharta must focus on achieving technological sovereignty and ensuring critical defence requirements are not dependent on external sources. Addressing the Delhi Defence Dialogue, he said military preparedness in the 21st century was inseparable from technological readiness and called for ambitious defence goals by 2047.
Goa PWD minister plans Vidarbha Mahotsav to bolster cultural ties
Goa Police Seize Over 7 Lakhs Worth of Marijuana, Two Arrested from Bihar
Goa police arrested two men from Bihar and seized 7.18 kg of marijuana valued at over 7 lakhs in a significant drug bust. Goa Police Seize Over 7 Lakhs Worth of Marijuana, Two Arrested from Bihar
Union Shipping Minister visits Korean shipyard for firsthand account of operations
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) As part of the government of India's Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, visited the Hanwha Ocean shipyard in Geoje, South Korea, and met Chang-yong Kim, its executive vice president of manufacturing. Ravi Kumar M, ship surveyor-cum-deputy director general (technical), Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), accompanied the minister during the visit. Hanwha Oceans Geoje shipyard covers about 4.9 million square metres. It has a one-million-ton dock and a 900-ton Goliath crane. The yard builds LNG carriers, VLCCs, mega container ships, FLNG units and offshore plants, as well as naval and speciality vessels including submarines. The shipyard delivered its 200th LNG carrier in February 2025. The Indian team got a firsthand view of the shipbuilding operations, reflecting the continued engagement between India and South Korea in shipbuilding and maritime cooperation. Under its maritime policy, the Government of India is aggressively pushing for domestic shipyards to secure joint ventures and technical collaborations with premier foreign partners. Under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, the Centre aims to catapult India into the top five global shipbuilding nations by 2047. The Union Cabinet approved a massive Rs 69,725 crore to turn this vision into reality. This fund is being leveraged by the government to attract global players, particularly from South Korea, Japan, and Europe, to anchor new manufacturing hubs and modernise existing yards. South Korea became India's primary maritime partner under the VOYAGES framework signed in 2026. HD Hyundai signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a $4 billion mega greenfield shipyard in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, which will be Indias largest commercial shipyard. India is also aggressively courting Samsung Heavy Industries and Hanwha Ocean for technical support and yard expansions. At the same time, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is in active talks with major Japanese shipbuilders, including Imabari Shipbuilding, Japan Marine United Corporation (JMUC), and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to establish joint ventures with Indian yards. Europes largest private shipbuilder, Damen Shipyards, is also expanding its existing joint ventures in India to manufacture electric tugs, ferries, and specialised vessels. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd has also signed a MoU with Norway's Kongsberg Maritime. To reduce dependence on foreign shipping companies, the government plans to purchase over 400 vessels worth nearly $23 billion over the next decade for public sector entities, giving foreign joint ventures massive order-book visibility. The government is also offering 15-25% capital support for vessels built domestically under the updated Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS). The Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS) also focuses on building greenfield shipbuilding clusters where the government provides common infrastructure, allowing foreign entities to quickly step in as technical and strategic anchors. To streamline the supply chain, the Korea Marine Equipment Association (KOMEA) opened its first Indian office in Mumbai to help specialised component manufacturers set up local production alongside Indian yards. State-owned Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and major commercial yards are actively looking for global investors. These include Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL), which is currently seeking strategic partners for two massive proposed shipbuilding hubs in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Both GRSE and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) are looking for advanced global tech integrations. Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) is also expanding capabilities in green shipping and cruise tourism through recent MoUs with European firms like Germany's Everllence SE.
AAP flays BJP for blaming Punjab's farmers for Delhi's pollution
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 3 (IANS) Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Baltej Pannu on Tuesday targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for blaming Punjab's farmers for Delhi's pollution while conveniently ignoring the substantial efforts made by the Bhagwant Mann-led government and farmers to manage paddy stubble. Taking a direct aim at the Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Media In-charge Pannu said that BJP leaders are making Punjab's farmers scapegoats instead of addressing the multiple sources of pollution in the national capital. Pointing out that Parliament's data recorded an 80 per cent decline in stubble-burning incidents in Punjab last year and that the state government has deployed more than 21,000 Crop Residue Management (CRM) machines, the AAP leader challenged the Delhi Minister and other BJP leaders to visit Punjab and witness the ground reality instead of spreading propaganda. He also reminded the Centre that it had refused to share the financial burden of stubble management despite the state government's offer, asserting that BJP leaders must answer for Delhi's pollution instead of shifting the blame onto Punjab's farmers. Even before the paddy harvesting season had properly begun, certain leaders had started running a campaign to defame Punjab for Delhi's pollution. How can smoke from Punjab supposedly cross Haryana and reach Delhi through some imaginary pipeline so quickly? BJP leaders are conveniently ignoring the multiple sources of pollution in the national capital. Several reports and even discussions in Parliament have established that stubble burning is not the only cause of Delhi's pollution, he said. Citing the Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's statement in Parliament, Pannu added, Stubble-burning incidents in Punjab declined by 80 per cent last year due to improved management and sustained efforts. The Bhagwant Mann government has further strengthened these efforts this year, with more than 21,000 Crop Residue Management (CRM) machines purchased for stubble management. These include 14,274 Super Seeders, which have emerged as the most popular machines among farmers, along with Mulchers, MB Ploughs and Baling Machines. Punjab ranks among the leading states in the country in the use of agricultural machinery. He said that farmers are increasingly taking advantage of government subsidies ranging from 50 to 80 per cent to purchase these machines. Many farmers and private operators are also renting out machinery, making it accessible to more cultivators. Across major highways connecting Zirakpur to Bathinda, Chandigarh to Ludhiana, Mohali to Sirhind and on the Amritsar highway, large quantities of paddy stubble can be seen collected and compressed into bales. These bales are being transported to industries and used as raw material rather than being burnt in fields, Pannu said. He also asked that why is Haryana, despite having fewer stubble-management machines than Punjab, not being subjected to the same scrutiny? Travelling from Punjab to Delhi takes at least four to five hours by road. The simplistic claim that smoke from Punjab directly reaches Delhi is an attempt to mislead people rather than an evidence-based explanation, he added.
The prayer meet of filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, who passed away unexpectedly on October 31, was held in Mumbai on November 3. Several members of the film fraternity gathered to pay their last respects and celebrate the life of a man who had touched countless hearts. His wife Anu, son Shivaansh, daughter Dalai, along with several family members and close friends, were present at the emotional gathering. There was a palpable sense of grief among the attendees, many of whom were still struggling to come to terms with the fact that Sanjay Gupta was no longer among them. Yet, amidst the sorrow, there was also warmth, nostalgia and even laughter as those closest to him recalled his infectious energy, generosity and larger-than-life personality. A singer and his team performed devotional songs as guests arrived and offered their condolences to the bereaved family. Among the industry personalities who attended were Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Isha Koppikar, Manoj Bajpayee, Jackie Shroff, Tabu, Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar, Vivek Oberoi, Sikandar Kher, Dino Morea, Tusshar Kapoor, Sanjay Suri, Sophie Choudry, Vivaan Shah, Anu Malik, Anand Raj Anand, Zayed Khan, Sharman Joshi, Sudhanshu Pandey, Bhushan Kumar, Gulshan Grover, Aman Gill, Ashoke Pandit, Samir Soni, Neelam Kothari, Mahesh Manjrekar, Shaad Randhawa, Namashi Chakraborty, Viveck Vaswani, Varun Sharma, Rohit Roy, Sujoy Ghosh, Bikram Saluja, Anees Bazmee, Arko Pravo Mukherjee, Sooraj Pancholi, Aditya Pancholi, Salim Merchant and several others. An hour later, Rohit Roy took the mic and got teary-eyed as he said, My relationship with Gupta started 30 years back when I hosted his press conference. And today, I am hosting his prayer meeting. Thats how life is. He remarked, Everybody is not here because they had to be here or they had to pay respects to him, but because in some way or the other, he touched all our lives. He handed over the mic to singer Vipin Aneja, who sang the song Jaane Tere Shehar from Sanjay Guptas 2015 film, Jazbaa. Ritu, who had known him since his teens, spoke next. She said, There's an immense amount of comfort you have with the person you grow up with, and Gupta and I had that. I met him when he was 16 and I was 19, and when we were both thin! We both studied in Sydenham College. His 8x10 room was a meeting place for many of us. Though his house in those days was really small, his heart was always gigantic. Ritu then stated, Gupta and I would talk for hours and hours. 90% of that talking was done by him. 50% of that 90% invariably was a filmi story, a great script, a new project or a business idea because he loved movies. Even more than that, he loved Anu, Shivansh and Dalai. Struggling to hold back her tears, Ritu revealed, I have been handling his finances for many years and I knew that he had only one goal to see that they were well looked after, in case something happened to him. But I never thought anything would ever happen to him; he was the Gupta, after all. He had fought every mess that came his way, and the messes were many. He was brought up by a single mom, came from extremely humble beginnings and went on to build this empire. He was used by a lot of people but it never saddened him. He smiled, simply said, Its a part of life, and moved on. She added, He was the life of every party; everybody would agree to it. He was the best host, and he launched so many people. He was the personification of life, and that is why I never thought that there would ever be a time when he wouldnt be a part of my life. Anand Raj Anand sang Dil Kya Kare and Yaar Mangiyasi from Kaante (2002); the latter was deleted from the final cut of the film. Anand revealed that it was a favourite of Sanjay Gupta. Milap Zaveri gave a wonderful, filmi tribute in his style, He was always Guru ji for me. I was 21 when he gave me Kaante. For 25 years, Anu always told me, You write the corniest and cheesiest lines for my husband! He then mouthed one such line, Jo kisi ke aage nahin jhukta, jo mohabbat dene se nahin rukta tha, woh Sanjay Gupta tha! Looking at his kids, Milap said, Sorry, Shivaansh and Dalai, but he was also my father! He was my Godfather and I loved him to bits. He then pointed to Sanjay Guptas picture and added, Yeh Baadshah tha! Hes here. Hes not gone anywhere. Yeh Zinda hain, hum sab ke dil mein. The last line left a deep impact as Sanjay Gupta made a film called Zinda (2006). Sanjay Guptas son, Shivaansh, came on stage. He was held lovingly by Anu and he began by saying, My father did not have a single bad drop of blood in his body. He was the funniest man Ill ever know; the coolest father Ill ever know. He lived every single day of his life with perseverance, love and faith. He always entertained what he would call my changing obsessions, whether it was Lego, football, perfumes, video games or movies! He supported me with everything that I wanted to do. He continued, He would listen to my never-ending stories with full attention. He was my best friend. He always told me that he would never treat me like a kid because he also saw me as his best friend. Almost every morning, we would have a fun banter as to who is stronger Batman or Spider-Man! Every night, we watched food reviews while having dinner and watched hundreds of videos about motorbikes. I wish I had grown up with him by my side. Shivaansh then stated, I always asked my dad, We live in a huge house facing the ocean. I can have or eat anything I want at the drop of a hat, all because of your hard work. How am I supposed to top this? How am I supposed to give a better life to my children? This is the best life anyone can ever have. He replied, I started from zero. I went to school in an under-construction building, got a chance to buy new clothes once a year on Dussehra, and eat Chinese food once a year on Diwali. I came from zero and made 1000. Now it's your job to make a million! Dalai came on stage but was too emotional to speak. Hence, Anu decided to read her message on her behalf. Some of the excerpts from Dalais tribute: I would forever love you for your smile, humour and your laughter. You always believed in me; you were my hope and my passion. The love that you showed to the world was only a fraction. It didnt matter whether I was smiling, crying or simply confused. You were always thereSoon, Ill open the restaurant you always wanted to open. You called it Caf Dalai. I promise that Ill try my best to fulfil your dreams with all my loveHe would always talk to me about fake scenarios and would say, When I die, you have to be strong; I would always end this conversation in a hurry, saying, No. Stop. I dont want to talk about it. You are not dying anytime soonHe always participated in my interests, whether it was cooking, painting or singing. We would watch movies and turn any corny line into our own inside joke or laugh at the generic storyline of very predictable plot twistsSometimes, late night, we would order pizza and make horror short films where he would teach me and Shivaansh how to direct or record, how the lighting and camera placement along with the timing had to be perfectI know if he was here today, he would be bored listening to the bhajans! On the way home, he would try a new restaurant and if it was good, he would call up everyone he knew! As the prayer meet drew to a close, the attendees formed a queue to offer their condolences to Anu, Shivaansh, Dalai and the rest of the family. It was at this moment that Shah Rukh Khan arrived at the venue. This writer was just about to offer condolences to Anu when the superstar approached and, in an extremely sweet and courteous gesture, asked if he could meet her first. This writer, of course, readily agreed. Shah Rukh then warmly embraced Anu, Shivaansh and Dalai, offering comfort to the grieving family. It was a quiet yet deeply moving moment that brought the emotional evening to a close. Ultimately, Sanjay Gupta's prayer meet was much more than a gathering to mourn his passing. It was a celebration of a life lived with tremendous passion, humour, resilience and generosity. There were tears, but there were also smiles, laughter, music, unforgettable anecdotes and heartfelt declarations of love. And if there was one sentiment that echoed through the evening, it was that Sanjay Gupta may no longer be physically present, but the memories he created and the lives he touched will ensure that he remains zinda in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Also Read: Sanjay Dutt pays emotional tribute to brother Sanjay Gupta; vows to fulfil his dream of making Kaante 2
Tarun Tejpal case: Supreme Court to hear interim bail plea for Deepavali on November 5
A Bench of Justices M.M. Sundresh and Prasanna B. Varale defers the hearing after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Goa government, sought an adjournment in the case involving the Tehelka editor
East Bengal lose to Al Seeb in AFC Champions League Two
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) East Bengal FC conceded two late goals to suffer a 0-2 defeat against Al Seeb Club (Oman) in their fourth AFC Champions League Two 2026-27 Group D match at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata, on Tuesday. It was a big blow to the Indian Super League (ISL) champions' hopes of making it to the knockout stage. With this result, the Red and Golds have now slipped to the bottom of the group with two points from four games. Al Seeb are now in third place with four points. Al Shorta SC lead the way with seven, followed by Al Hussein with five. The latter two will meet later in the evening in Jordan. After a tepid opening half, Axel My broke the deadlock in stunning fashion in the 85th minute before Zahir Al Aghbari sealed the victory for the Oman club in the first minute of stoppage time. The home side dominated the opening proceedings with Bipin Singh Thounaojam firing wide from the edge of the box in the fourth minute before Dani Ramrez sent a low effort just wide after a neat passing move from captain Mohammed Rashid, wrote the AIFF on its website. Despite seeing defender Anwar Ali forced off by injury in the 17th minute, the Indian Super League champions continued to press with Edmund Lalrindika threatening, while Ramrez headed Bipins cross narrowly wide. Al Seeb finally got their act together just after the half-hour mark when Abdul Aziz Al Maqbalis through ball released My into the box, but the Gaboneses low drive was comfortably saved by East Bengal goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpa. Ramrez then missed another opportunity in the 39th minute, controlling Lalrindikas cross before dragging his effort wide of the far post as the score remained goalless going into the break. Al Seeb came back rejuvenated in the second half, with My wasting another effort in the 49th minute, sending his header just over the bar following Mohammed Al Musalamis layoff from a corner. East Bengal responded in the 55th minute through Lalrindika, whose header from Sandip Mandis cross narrowly missed the target, while Augustine Oladapo could not find the target from distance after seeing his effort just miss the right post. The Omani side looked more likely to score with Omer Al Malki forcing Lachenpa into a reflex save from inside the six-yard box in the 76th minute, before sending his follow-up effort just wide of the left post. Al Seebs persistence finally came to fruition in the 85th minute after Hassan Al Ajmi recycled the ball back to My, who turned past his marker before unleashing a powerful drive past a rooted Lachenpa. Al Aghbari closed Al Seebs account in first-half stoppage time after collecting My's long cross from the left, completing the counter-attack with a fine finish into the bottom right corner. East Bengal will next face Al Hussein SC on Matchday five on November 24 in Kolkata before finishing the group stage in Iraq against Al Shorta on December 8.
Spanish police open investigation into death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Spanish police have launched an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter following the death of CD Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, who died after suffering serious injuries in an on-field collision with an opposing goalkeeper during a Spanish second-division match. The 30-year-old striker suffered head and chest injuries after colliding with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during the closing stages of Monday's match at the Estadio Heliodoro Rodriguez Lopez. He was immediately attended to by medical personnel before being taken to hospital. According to ESPN, Spain's National Police confirmed on Tuesday that an investigation had been opened into the circumstances surrounding the incident, with prosecutors also expected to be involved in the proceedings. De Miguel was admitted to the intensive care unit at the University Hospital of Nuestra Senora de Candelaria after the collision. He reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch but was resuscitated by medical personnel. His condition was initially described as stable but serious before deteriorating neurologically on Tuesday morning. He passed away at 8 am local time. The match was abandoned following the incident, while Andorra goalkeeper Owono was shown a straight red card by the referee. Andorra, owned by former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique, expressed its condolences following the Tenerife forward's death. We wish to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Jesus de Miguel, to all his colleagues and friends, and to CD Tenerife. May he rest in peace, the club said in a statement. UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin also expressed his grief over the player's death, saying the governing body stood with his family, teammates and everyone associated with Tenerife. We are heartbroken by the death of Jesus de Miguel Alameda. We have searched for words and found only silence. In that silence, our hearts and thoughts are with his family, his teammates, everyone at CD Tenerife, and all those who mourn this tragic loss, Ceferin said. UEFA has announced that a moment of silence will be observed in memory of Jesus de Miguel at all its matches this week. De Miguel had played for several clubs in Spain's lower divisions before helping Tenerife secure promotion to the Segunda Division last season.
One such experience takes guests to Divar Island, while another combines a heritage walk through the Fontainhas area with a visit to a local Goan home.
East Bengal's Knockout Stage Hopes Dim After Al Seeb Defeat
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Tenerife Footballer Jess de Miguel Dies After Terrifying Tackle During Match Against Andorra
Tenerife striker Jess de Miguel has died aged 30 after suffering a cardiac arrest following an on-field collision with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jess Owono. The terrifying moment was captured on television, as players rushed to help and the match was abandoned. Reports say De Miguels partner and their 16-month-old daughter Carla were at the stadium. Spanish football is mourning the forward after his sudden death, as tributes pour in and the RFEF postpones fixtures nationwide.
If SC Finds Vote Chori, Should Modi Resign? Anand Ranganathan Answers
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Retired Pilot, Kerala High Court Judge Conquer Gruelling Goa Ironman 70.3
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Owono rushed out his goal to challenge Jesus de Miguel for a long ball. The goalkeeper's raised led struck Jesus de Miguel during the challenge. He suffered a cardiac arrest after the collision and received emergency medical attention on the pitch. He was taken to hospital and was initially described as stable. But, Tenerife confirmed his death on Tuesday morning.
IndiGo CEO Willie Walsh said IndiGo had established the necessary foundations to succeed in the long-haul market. The planned introduction of Airbus A350 aircraft forms part of the airline's broader international expansion strategy.
Who is Jess Owono and what charges could he face over Jess de Miguel's death?
Spanish goalkeeper Jess Owono faces a police investigation after the tragic death of forward Jess de Miguel. De Miguel suffered a cardiac arrest after colliding with Owono during a match in the Segunda Divisin. Authorities are examining whether Owono's actions could lead to involuntary manslaughter charges or disciplinary action. The Spanish Football Federation's Disciplinary Code outlines various punishments based on the incident's seriousness.
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In a devastating turn of events, Jess de Miguel, a striker for Tenerife, tragically died following an on-field accident with Jess Owono, the goalkeeper of FC Andorra. The incident, which led to a cardiac arrest for de Miguel during the match, ended in a 2-2 draw, but Owono was issued a red card for his involvement.
SC Adjourns Tarun Tejpal's Plea In Rape Case
The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing on journalist Tarun Tejpal's plea challenging the Bombay High Court's judgment in a 2013 rape case to November 5. The Goa government sought an adjournment, while Tejpal's counsel requested his release for Diwali, which was opposed.
Yeshwantpur-Goa Vande Bharat to be longest-duration chair car service in India
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CD Tenerife striker Jess de Miguel dies at 30 after collision with Andorra goalkeeper: CD Tenerife player Jess de Miguel collided with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jess Owono during a match on November 2. This incident occurred in the seventh minute of stoppage time, when both players were trying to play the ball. De Miguel was taken to hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest, but his condition worsened overnight.
CD Tenerife striker Jess de Miguel dies at 30 after collision with Andorra goalkeeper: CD Tenerife player Jess de Miguel collided with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jess Owono during a match on November 2. This incident occurred in the seventh minute of stoppage time, when both players were trying to play the ball. De Miguel was taken to hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest, but his condition worsened overnight.
Chhattisgarh now Naxal-free: HM Amit Shah
Digital Desk | Raipur, Nov 3 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said Chhattisgarh has become Naxal-free and is poised to rank among the top three states in the tourism sector in the coming years. Addressing the closing ceremony of the Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav in Naya Raipur, HM Shah said the state possesses immense tourism potential with treasures such as the Gariaband region, Balameshwari temple, Dantewadas Danteshwari temple and the unique Bastar Dussehra. He recalled that it was once said the land is rich, but the people are poor, and assured that within 10 years both the land and its people would be prosperous. HM Shah said the goal under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to create a state where people are happy and affluent, and the land itself is prosperous and thriving. He noted that out of the 26 years since the states formation, the BJP has been in power for 20 years. During this period, he said, the annual budget has increased 30-fold, per capita income has risen significantly, and the Gross State Product has grown 25 times. The network of ITIs, colleges, polytechnics and universities has expanded threefold. The Home Minister said the BJPs tenure has guided the people of Chhattisgarh from an era of fear toward an era of trust, and from mere resources toward true prosperity. He expressed commitment to transforming possibilities into reality to build a capable and thriving Chhattisgarh. HM Shah praised the large turnout despite heavy rain and said Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai had assured him that people would come and participate as it was a programme for Chhattisgarh. He offered greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Chhattisgarh Foundation Day and paid respects to Chhattisgarh Mahtari. Earlier, HM Shah inaugurated the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Park in Naya Raipur. At the Rajyotsav closing ceremony, which was presided over by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, distinguished individuals from various fields were honoured with State Awards. In his address, HM Shah also said that Atal Bihari Vajpayee created Chhattisgarh and Prime Minister Modi has nurtured it. He added that the state has moved forward under the leadership of PM Modi and Vishnu Deo Sai, and cultural initiatives such as Bastar Pandum and Bastar Olympics are helping revive and promote the states rich folk traditions.
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Dhinidhi Desinghu's Bronze: A New Dawn For Indian Swimming
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Can you name every player to score 10+ Champions League goals for Barcelona?
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SpaceX-Tesla merger could give Musk control without Mars, robotaxi milestones
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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant Visits Kateel Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple
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India targets 3 trillion defence output, 50,000 crore exports by 2029
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Tenerife forward Miguel dies after collision with Andorra goalkeeper Owono
Tenerife announced the striker's death through an emotional statement on Tuesday, expressing grief over the loss and extending support to his family
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Tragically, 30-year-old footballer Jesus de Miguel passed away on November 1, 2026, following severe injuries incurred in a match. After a collision with FC Andorra's goalkeeper, he experienced life-threatening head and chest injuries. Despite medical efforts, his health deteriorated rapidly, leading to his untimely demise. CD Tenerife mourned his passing and offered support to his family, cherishing his legacy and his daughter who survives him.
The day Scott Parker turned into WHU boss to inspire a three-goal comeback
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Piyush Goyal urges youth to be ambitious, says Viksit Bharat by 2047 non-negotiable
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday urged young people to be ambitious, embrace transformation and contribute to nation-building, saying achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047 is non-negotiable. Delivering the keynote address at the Young Leaders Discourse Forum at Kirori Mal College here, the minister said today's youth will be the architects of India's journey to 2047 and will be in their 40s when the country celebrates 100 years of Independence. Urging students to aim high, he said transformation requires change in mindset and continuous reinvention and stressed discipline and respect for tradition as foundation of institutions. He also spoke about flexibility under the National Education Policy and said today's students have wider opportunities with digitalisation and 1.1 billion internet users. Highlighting India's export performance, he further said the country recorded its highest-ever exports of $863 billion last year and has set an ambitious target of $1 trillion for the current year, representing 16 per cent growth. India could have set a target of $900 billion or 5 per cent growth which itself would have been significant against the IMF's April-May projection of 1.9 per cent global trade growth, but chose a higher target, according to the minister. He expressed confidence of achieving it, noting exports grew 14 per cent in April-September to $480 billion. Goyal said the IMF has since revised global trade growth projection to around 3.5 per cent, and India's export performance could have been one of the factors behind the revision. India has moved from being part of the fragile five to the world's fastest-growing large economy, citing a World Bank report that 50 crore people have come out of extreme poverty, he added. He attributed growth to India's talent pool, youthful demography with average age below 30 years, democratic system, decisive leadership and demand from 140 crore Indians. Goyal said India has earned the world's trust with countries keen on preferential and free trade agreements, and recalled India's support during COVID-19 through vaccine supplies while ensuring free vaccination at home.
SC defers hearing on Tarun Tejpal's appeal; Goa govt opposes release during Diwali
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned till November 5 the hearing on pleas filed by former Tehelka Editor-in-Chief Tarun Tejpal challenging his conviction and 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence in the 2013 rape case, and by the Goa government seeking enhancement of his sentence. A Bench of Justices M.M. Sundresh and Prasanna B. Varale deferred the hearing after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Goa government, sought an adjournment. Appearing for Tejpal, senior advocate Kapil Sibal did not oppose the request for more time but urged the apex court to allow his client to come home during Diwali. If he wants to take time, he can take time. But let (Tejpal) come out during Diwali, Sibal submitted. Opposing the request, SG Mehta submitted that Tejpal stood convicted. However, Sibal countered, saying, So what? It's a reversal of the acquittal. He can come home for Diwali. Why should he be inside? The Goa government opposed Sibal's request to allow Tejpal to come out of jail during the festival. The matter will now be taken up for further hearing on November 5. The former Tehelka editor has challenged the Bombay High Court judgment that set aside his acquittal by a sessions court and convicted him of rape and other offences under the Indian Penal Code (IPC), sentencing him to 10 years' rigorous imprisonment. The case stems from allegations by a junior colleague that Tejpal sexually assaulted her inside an elevator of a luxury hotel in Goa during an event in November 2013. In May 2021, a sessions court acquitted Tejpal, holding that the prosecution had failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt and referring to alleged lapses in the investigation. The Goa government subsequently challenged the acquittal before the Bombay High Court. On August 6, the Bombay High Court set aside the acquittal and convicted Tejpal under Sections 376(2)(f) and 376(2)(k) (rape), 354A (sexual harassment) and 354B (assault or use of criminal force against a woman with intent to disrobe) of the IPC. The Goa government has separately approached the Supreme Court seeking enhancement of the 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence imposed by the High Court. Tejpal surrendered before the Additional Sessions Court at Mapusa in Goa on September 14, following the Supreme Court's direction rejecting his plea for exemption from surrender. He was subsequently taken to Central Jail in Colvale, North Goa, to serve his sentence.
India aims to build a self-reliant defence ecosystem to meet national security challenges effectively. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted budget increases and production goals during a recent meeting. The focus includes modernizing military capabilities and enhancing personnel preparedness for contemporary warfare. Strategic autonomy, technological advancements, and operational readiness are crucial for India's military future. The objective is a military that can handle various security challenges through continuous modernization efforts.
Pune creator Meenal Patil shares her 28 kg weight loss journey in 10 months
Meenal V Patil documented her weight loss journey, achieving a reduction of 28 kg in about ten months. She emphasized the importance of consistency and ordinary habits over strict diet plans. While she still craves certain foods, she advocates for a balanced approach rather than complete restrictions. The journey reflects individual progress and improved fitness, which are vital alongside weight loss goals.
ICICI Life EzyGrow launched with 2X and 3X Premium Funding Benefits to Keep Family Goals on Track
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 3: ICICI Life Insurance today announced the launch of ICICI Life EzyGrow, a unit-linked insurance plan (ULIP) with enhanced Waiver of Premium (WOP) where in case of an unforeseen event the company will invest two or three times (2X and 3X) of future pending premiums on customer's behalf. The benefit is designed to help families stay on track with their long-term goals such as a child's education or a spouse's retirement, while building an additional financial cushion to help meet unforeseen needs. This plan will be distributed online through exclusive partnership with Policybazaar. Combines enhanced premium funding options, financial protection, market-linked returns and retirement planning features under one policy. Designed to help families stay on track with their long-term financial goals.
Navy Signs Rs 53,866 Crore Contracts with Two Indian Shipyards for 8 Corvettes
The Defence Ministry has signed contracts worth Rs 53,866.50 crore for eight Next Generation Corvettes for the Indian Navy. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers will build five vessels, while Goa Shipyard Limited will construct three. Designed in-house by the Navy, the ships will displace 3,8004,000 tonnes, reach speeds exceeding 30 knots and have a range of 4,000 nautical miles at 14 knots. Their weapons will include a 76 mm gun, eight surface-to-surface missiles, 24 anti-missile defence weapons and torpedo tubes. Advanced radars, sonar and combat management systems will support air, surface and anti-submarine warfare. The vessels will replace ageing Khukri- and Kora-class corvettes. The first ship is targeted for delivery by 2030.Watch Full Video to know full details.#IndianNavy #NextGenerationCorvettes #IndianNavyShips #IndianNavy #Warships #Corvettes #GRSE #GoaShipyard #MakeInIndia #DefenceMinistry #IndianMilitary #TOI
Spanish Footballer Jesus De Miguel Dies After Collision With Goalkeeper
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ST seat reservation: Goa to move Supreme Court against High Court order stalling the process
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Indias data centre capacity set for 5-fold surge by 2030, see over Rs 3 lakh crore investments
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Indias data centre installed capacity is projected to increase five-fold to about 7.5 gigawatts (GW) by March 2030, attracting investments of more than Rs 3 lakh crore over the four fiscals, a Crisil report showed on Tuesday. The surge is being driven by generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)-led computing demand, enterprise digitalisation and rising data consumption. While long-tenor contracts with hyperscalers provide strong cash flow visibility, the pace of this expansion and credit quality of the data centre developers will hinge on timely power connectivity, regulatory approvals and disciplined project execution, said the report. Indias structural cost advantages further strengthen its attractiveness as a data centre destination. Development costs are around one-fifth lower than in several competing Asia-Pacific markets owing to more competitive land, construction and labour costs, said Anand Kulkarni, Director, Crisil Ratings. Combined with lower power tariffs, this translates into rentals that are 30-35 per cent lower than in peer markets. The ability to develop large, renewable-powered campuses also aligns well with the sustainability goals of hyperscalers, reinforcing Indias competitive positioning, he mentioned. Nearly half of the upcoming capacity is already committed under long-term contracts, limiting speculative development and reducing offtake risk. Upfront tie-ups with hyperscalers, driven by cloud adoption and compute-intensive GenAI workloads, provide revenue certainty from the outset. This helps de-risk projects, even as the scale and speed of the planned build-out intensify execution requirements, the report said. About three-fourths of the upcoming capacity of 6 GW is expected to be built in Visakhapatnam, Mumbai and Hyderabad. By fiscal 2030, data centre capacity in these cities could rise sharply and equate to around 80 per cent, 60 per cent and 20 per cent, respectively, of their current peak power demand. This underscores the criticality of timely grid connectivity and transmission augmentation. The quality of contracted revenues has also strengthened. Contract tenors have lengthened to 15-20 years from 10-12 years earlier, enhancing cash flow visibility. Furthermore, high migration costs and rising replacement capex should support customer retention, although a meaningful contract renewal track record is yet to be established, said Nitin Bansal, Associate Director, Crisil Ratings.
Indonesia boosts freight oversight ahead of 2027 zero-overloading goal
Runners from Belagavi finish Goa Ironman event
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GRSE jumps 9% on 53,866-crore deal; logs best one-day gain in 6 months
The Defence Ministry sealed 53,866 crore contracts worth with GRSE and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) to procure eight next-generation warships for the Indian Navy to bolster its combat prowess.
AI data centres could undermine UK's emissions goals, BBC finds
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Gold vs silver ETFs: Which metal offers better opportunity for investors this Diwali?
During the festive season of Diwali, savvy investors often gravitate towards gold and silver seeking security. Experts recommend evaluating personal investment goals to decide on gold, known for its stability, or silver, which presents higher risks but potential for greater returns. Recent data shows gold ETFs delivered 9.22% returns, while silver ETFs outperformed with 14.05%. A balanced approach within your portfolio can lead to sustainable wealth amidst market fluctuations.
Maharashtra excise dept seizes illicit liquor worth Rs 19.77 lakh in Latur
During the first raid, conducted on October 30 at Sadguru Nagar on Malwati Road, excise officials seized 1,152 sealed plastic bottles of Goa-manufactured liquor and 125 bottles of spurious liquor bearing different brand labels
New York Rangers Playoff Hopes Could Take A Hit As Goaltending Concerns Grow
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Illicit Liquor Worth Rs 19.77 Lakh Seized In Latur
The Maharashtra Excise Department conducted two raids in Latur district, seizing illicit Goa-manufactured liquor and other materials valued at Rs 19.77 lakh. Cases have been registered under the Maharashtra Prohibition Act.
Kane, Yamal in spotlight as Man Utd seek solace and PSG chase record
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J&K Tourism wins best Tourist Destination Award at ITM Goa 2026
Srinagar, Nov 2:Jammu and Kashmir Tourism has received the Best Tourist Destination Award at ITM Goa 2026, adding to the Union Territorys tourism promotion efforts and strengthening its presence in the national travel market. The award was received on behalf of J&K Tourism by Rashid Raina, Deputy Director Tourism Publicity, Kashmir, and Pankaj Sasan, Deputy Director Tourism Publicity, Jammu. The J&K Tourism Pavilion attracted considerable interest from members of Goas travel trade fraternity, generating enquiries about the Union Territorys diverse tourism offerings. Tourism officials interacted with travel professionals, addressed their queries and highlighted J&Ks tourism potential, including its scenic landscapes, cultural heritage, adventure activities and emerging tourism experiences. On the sidelines of ITM Goa 2026, the visiting officials also visited the National Institute of Water Sports in Goa to explore possibilities for institutional collaboration and identify opportunities to promote water sports and adventure tourism in J&K. The recognition is expected to provide further visibility to J&Ks tourism sector and support the Tourism Departments efforts to expand its outreach, strengthen industry partnerships and position the Union Territory as a year-round tourism destination.
GATE 2027 Alert: Today is the Final Day to Rectify Application Scrutiny Defects
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Rajesh Kumar given premature repatriation to parent AGMUT cadre
Srinagar, Nov 2:Senior IPS officer Rajesh Kumar of the 1995 batch of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir cadre (now AGMUT) has been given premature repatriation to his parent cadre by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). Kumar, who was serving as Special Director General in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), will return to the AGMUT cadre with immediate effect. He had been on central deputation to the CRPF since March 2018, when he joined as Inspector General. He was later elevated to Additional Director General and, in early September 2026, promoted to the rank of Special DG (Level-16) on an in-situ basis for a tenure of two years or until further orders, whichever was earlier. The premature repatriation comes shortly after his recent elevation and ends a long central deputation stint. Kumar belongs to the 1995 batch of the erstwhile J&K cadre, which was merged into the AGMUT cadre following the reorganisation of Jammu and Kashmir. Official records list his date of appointment to the IPS as September 3, 1995. During his service in Jammu and Kashmir, Kumar held several sensitive and operationally important assignments. These included DIG North Kashmir Range (Baramulla), IGP Jammu Zone (appointed in March 2013), IG Special Security Group (SSG), and IG CRPF (Operations), Kashmir. His J&K experience covered key phases of counter-insurgency and law-and-order management in both the Kashmir and Jammu regions. Kumars return to the parent cadre is expected to strengthen the senior leadership pool available for deployment across AGMUT territories, including Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi, Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram and other Union Territories. The Ministry of Home Affairs is likely to issue further orders regarding his specific assignment in due course.
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Goa CM Dr Pramod Sawant Inaugurates First World Konkani Music Mega Convention in Mangaluru
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From nightmare debut season to Everton hero - Barry's revival
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IPL Teams Get More Time to Lock in Retentions
The IPL has extended the retention deadline to November 17, with the December 16 Goa mini-auction marking the final player auction before the 2028 mega auction.
Defence Ministry inks Rs 53,886 crore deals for new indigenous warships
The Defence Ministry signed contracts worth 53,866.50 crore for constructing next-generation corvettes with public shipyards. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited will build five corvettes while Goa Shipyard Limited will construct three. The ships are designed for multi-domain warfare, including anti-surface and anti-submarine operations. This project is expected to create significant employment opportunities in shipyards and ancillary industries over the next decade.
Digital Desk | Jalandhar, Nov 2 (IANS) The Indian Men's Hockey Team completed an unbeaten league-stage run at the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 on Monday with an 8-0 win over Korea their fifth in a row at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar. Dilpreet Singh (8', 40') scored twice, while Jugraj Singh (11'), Harmanpreet Singh (15'), Shilanand Lakra (33'), Sukhjeet Singh (34'), Sanjay (36') and Angad Bir Singh (60') were also on target. India finished at the top of the standings with five wins from five matches and will face Korea again in the semi-finals as the tournament moves to Mohali, where the semis will be played on November 4 and the medal matches on November 5. Second-placed Japan will face Malaysia, who finished the league stage in third place, in the other semi-final. India began aggressively in front of a packed house and created an early chance through Sukhjeet, whose backhand effort in the fourth minute was saved by goalkeeper Kim Jaehyeon. Dilpreet opened the scoring in the eighth minute with a backhand finish after a move that began with an aerial pass from Jugraj. India doubled their lead through a penalty corner in the 11th minute, with Jugraj scoring after Harmanpreet's initial effort was kept out and Vishnukant Singh set up Jugraj on the rebound. Harmanpreet added another penalty-corner goal to his tally in the 15th minute to give India a 3-0 lead at the first break. He now tops the scoring chart with nine goals. Korea showed more intent in the second quarter and earned a number of penalty corners, but the Indian defence kept them at bay. Pathak also denied Son Dain in a one-on-one situation in the 27th minute with a timely save using his outstretched foot. India had opportunities of their own, but Aditya Arjun Lalage's shot went wide, while another penalty corner did not result in a goal after the ball was ruled to have been played with the back of the stick. India went into half-time with their three-goal advantage intact. India increased the tempo after the break and added four goals in the third quarter. Shilanand Lakra scored in the 33rd minute after a penalty-corner variation. Harmanpreet's pass found Jugraj, whose attempt was saved by Kim, but Lakra was on hand to put away the rebound. Sukhjeet made it 5-0 a minute later, deflecting Aditya's pass from the baseline into the net. Sanjay added another in the 36th minute, reacting quickest after Dilpreet's attempt was saved. India's seventh goal came in the 40th minute when Sanjay controlled Harmanpreet's long aerial pass and struck towards goal, with Dilpreet getting a touch to send the ball past the goalkeeper. India eased the tempo in the final quarter, with Korea enjoying periods of ball-possession but struggling to create clear chances. Suraj Karkera made a save when Korea threatened, while a penalty corner in the 58th minute came to nothing. Angad Bir Singh then scored a superb solo goal in the 60th minute, winning possession in the midfield, driving towards the circle and pushing the ball underneath the advancing goalkeeper to complete the 8-0 win. Korea had another penalty corner in the closing seconds, but failed to make the most of it. Sanjay, who was named Player of the Match, said India were pleased to finish at the top of the pool. We wanted to top the table and we did that. We are very happy. I want to request the crowd to support us the same way in Mohali, he said. India finished with 15 points and a goal difference of +29. Japan ended second with 10 points, followed by Malaysia with nine and Korea with six points.
Mandd Sobhann Welcomes Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant at Mangaluru International Airport
Mandd Sobhann members welcome Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant at Mangaluru International Airport ahead of the First World Konkani Music Mega Convention Mangaluru:Members of Mandd Sobhann accorded a warm welcome to Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant upon his arrival at Mangaluru International Airport on November 2, ahead of his participation in the First [] The post Mandd Sobhann Welcomes Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant at Mangaluru International Airport appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
BCCI Extends IPL 2027 Retention Deadline To November 17 Due To India-NZ Fifth ODI Clash
Lucknow Super Giants: The BCCI has given all ten IPL franchises two more days to submit their retention lists, as they moved the deadline to November 17. The 2027 IPL player auction will go ahead as planned on December 16 in Goa. IANS understands that the BCCI informed all ten franchises of the two-day extension in an official communication on Monday. The original retention deadline of November 15 clashed with the fifth and final ODI between India and New Zealand at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. It is understood that the clash with the mens ODI match would have affected the retention announcement and its subsequent coverage, and that prompted the board to move the deadline to November 17. The player registration for the IPL 2027 auction opened on Monday and will end on November 23. It gives players worldwide three weeks to put their names forward for the auction. The entire process, from the opening of registration to the auction, will run for a little over six weeks. Interestingly, the auction day also clashes with an international fixture India will host Sri Lanka in the second mens ODI at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. As of now, theres no sign of moving the auction date, or changing the date on which the ODI game in Bengaluru will happen. The remaining steps follow in quick succession - once registration closes, the auction register will be finalised on November 24. Teams will have time until November 27, to put in requests for additional players, and allow them to ask for names not on the initial register to be added to the pool. Franchises must submit their player auction lists by December 1. The final auction list, along with the sets in which players will go under the hammer, is scheduled to be unveiled on December 3. That leaves a gap of nearly two weeks between the release of the final player list and the auction itself on December 16 for teams to work out their respective strategies. Two trades have been completed so far ahead of the 2027 IPL mini auction. Delhi Capitals (DC) brought back their former captain, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), with left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav moving to Lucknow. DC also sent left-arm fast bowler T Natarajan back to 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in exchange for leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari. The dates for the 2027 IPL season are yet to be confirmed. When the IPL announced the windows for three seasons in 2024, it earmarked March 14 to May 30 as the time to host the 2027 season. In September, after the BCCIs annual general meeting (AGM), board secretary Devajit Saikia indicated the tournament could get under way around the end of March. Delhi Capitals (DC) brought back their former captain, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), with left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav moving to Lucknow. DC also sent left-arm fast bowler T Natarajan back to 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in exchange for leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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India Signs Rs 53,866 Crore Deal For 8 Next-Generation Navy Corvettes
The Defence Ministry has signed contracts worth Rs 53,866.5 crore with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited and Goa Shipyard Limited for the construction of eight next-generation corvettes for the Indian Navy. GRSE will build five warships, while GSL will construct three. The project marks a milestone in indigenous warship manufacturing, with the vessels designed by the Indian Navy and built by defence public sector undertakings selected through a competitive process. Equipped with advanced missiles, weapons and sensor systems, the corvettes will strengthen India's maritime security and combat capabilities. The project is expected to generate around 72 lakh person-days of employment in shipyards and 460 lakh person-days in ancillary industries and MSMEs over the next decade.
IPL 2027 Retention Deadline Extended, Report Claims New Date
The IPL 2027 auction, which will be held in Goa on December 16, will reportedly see an extension of its retention deadline
IPL extends deadline for retention lists to November 17
The deadline for all 10 franchises to finalise their retention and release lists ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 mini-auction has been extended by two days to November 17, while the auction itself is scheduled to take place in Goa on December 16. The deadline was initially set for November 15, coinciding with the fifth One-Day International (ODI) between India and New Zealand, according to Cricinfo. Following the submission of retention and release lists, the IPL will share the registered players' pool with the franchises. The teams will then shortlist players before the final auction list, along with the order of sets, is circulated in the week leading up to the auction. Two player trades have already taken place ahead of the auction. In a significant move, Delhi Capitals have brought back their former captain Rishabh Pant from Lucknow Super Giants, with left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav moving in the opposite direction. In another trade, Delhi Capitals sent fast bowl...
Govt seals Rs 53,866 crore deal for 8 advanced warships
India's Defence Ministry has sealed contracts worth Rs 53,866 crore with Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for eight next-generation warships for the Indian Navy. These indigenously designed corvettes will bolster India's combat prowess in the Indian Ocean and support the 'Make-in-India' initiative, creating significant employment opportunities.
Ranji Trophy: Dubey Picks Nine Scalps As Vidarbha Bowl Out Madhya Pradesh For 209
For Central Zone: Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey rewrote the Vidarbha record books on Monday by claiming 9-53 to bowl out Madhya Pradesh for 209 on an eventful opening day of their Ranji Trophy match at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha. Dubey became the first bowler from Vidarbha to claim a nine-wicket haul in an innings of the Ranji Trophy. The previous best figures for the side was Arun Ogirals 8-39 in 1967-68, which ironically came against Madhya Pradesh. Dubey is now the 30th bowler overall to take nine or more wickets in an innings in the Ranji Trophy. It was Vidarbha all-rounder Nachiket Bhute, though, who made the first breakthrough by removing opener Yash Dubey. From there onwards, the innings belonged to Harsh. He opened his account in the 17th over and kept chipping away, leaving Madhya Pradesh at 64/5 in the 29th over. Atharva Mahajan and Saransh Jain resisted with a 72-run stand. It lasted nearly 18 overs before Dubey returned to break it, and the lower order did not survive long after that. The last nine-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy came from Gujarats left-arm spinner Siddharth Desai, who took 9-36 against Uttarakhand in 2024-25. Mondays spell adds to a big year for Dubey, who made his ODI debut against Afghanistan in June and took four wickets in two matches. He then toured Sri Lanka with India A, taking three wickets and scoring 59 runs across two innings. For Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy, he took eight wickets and made 27 and 24 against East Zone. He has carried that form into the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season, with 23 wickets in seven innings so far. Elsewhere, Karnatakas Ritesh Bhatkal (5-35) and Shikhar Shetty (5-53) shared 10 wickets to bowl Assam out for 135 inside 49 overs in Guwahati. Rohan Patil then hit 89 off 87 balls, with 13 fours and a six, and added 129 for the opening wicket with Mayank Agarwal, who was unbeaten on 57, as Karnataka got a 45-run lead. In Dharamsala, 20 wickets fell on the opening day. Rajasthan chose to bat and were shot out for 78, with Abhishek Kumar taking five wickets for Himachal Pradesh. Sahil Dhiwan replied with a five-wicket haul for Rajasthan, but Himachal still made 153 for a lead of 75. Mayank Mishra took 6-57 as Uttarakhand bowled out Haryana for 153 after they elected to bat. In Chandigarh, Pradosh Ranjan Pauls unbeaten 138 powered Tamil Nadu to 320/4 against the hosts. N Jagadeesan (52) and Baba Indrajith (51) also scored fifties. Punjab recovered from 71/5 to reach 276/5 against Andhra, thanks to an unbroken 205-run stand for the sixth wicket between Salil Arora (111 not out) and Sanvir Singh (100 not out). In Ahmedabad, Aarya Desai fell five short of a century as Gujarat crossed 300 against Kerala. He added 116 with Abhishek Desai, and after Gujarat slipped to 182/4, Urvil Patel (63 not out) and Vishal Jayswal (50 not out) put on an unbeaten 111-run stand. Opener Dhruv Patel made 124 to lift Baroda to 269/6 in Kanpur. He added 88 with Shashwat Rawat (47) and 108 with Mitesh Patel (49) after Baroda were 54/2. His dismissal set off a late wobble, with three wickets falling on 249 in four deliveries across two overs. Services captain Rajat Paliwal came in at number five with his side at 27/3 and made an unbeaten 111 to take them to 266 in 88 overs against Delhi at Palam. Snehal Kauthankars unbeaten 116 rescued Goa from 54/4 after they chose to bat against Bihar at home, as they ended day one at 288/6 in 87 overs. At the CCI in Mumbai, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (78) and Sarfaraz Khan (55) struck half-centuries and captain Siddesh Lad made 47 as Mumbai reached 247/6 in 83 overs after being put in by Railways. Sridam Pauls 86 led Tripuras fightback against Saurashtra as the hosts reached 219/7 at stumps at the MBB Stadium. Put in to bat after Saurashtra won the toss, Tripura slumped to 28/5 inside 19 overs. Paul then added 125 for the sixth wicket with wicketkeeper-batter Sentu Sarkar, who made 46. Manisankar Murasingh (33) and Bikram Debnath (32) were unbeaten at the close, after Tripura had batted 74.3 overs. Parth Bhut was the pick of the Saurashtra bowlers with 3-52 in 19 overs, including two maidens. Chetan Sakariya took two wickets, while Yuvraj Dodiya and Sammar Gajjar claimed one each. Sridam Pauls 86 led Tripuras fightback against Saurashtra as the hosts reached 219/7 at stumps at the MBB Stadium. Put in to bat after Saurashtra won the toss, Tripura slumped to 28/5 inside 19 overs. Paul then added 125 for the sixth wicket with wicketkeeper-batter Sentu Sarkar, who made 46. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
