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The ICC has announced the match officials for the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup semi-finals. Key appointments include Eloise Sheridan and Jacquline Williams as umpires for the England vs South Africa match, and Lauren Agenbag and Sue Redfern for Australia vs India

L Srinivas Reddy, a Hyderabad-based coach, led the Indian boys' kabaddi team to gold at the Youth Asian Games in Bahrain. The team remained unbeaten, with a thrilling 35-32 victory over Iran in the final, showcasing India’s kabaddi talent

The Indian government's proposed draft rules on AI-generated content for social media platforms is a welcome step towards addressing the growing misuse of synthetically generated information, including deepfakes

Cyberabad Police arrested four men in Hyderabad for conducting a fake “Cash Barish” ritual and scamming victims. The gang collected money, drugged their targets, and escaped with cash; main conspirator Guru Kayyoom remains absconding.

KT Rama Rao accused Congress, especially Rahul Gandhi, of betraying Telangana’s auto drivers by failing welfare promises. BRS highlights worsening distress among drivers and demands action on financial support and the promised welfare board, intensifying campaign tensions in Hyderabad

Rama Rao addressed a gathering of auto drivers, promising to fight for their rights and expose the government’s betrayal. “Rahul Gandhi rode in Mashrat Ali’s auto promising change. Today, that same man struggles to feed his family. This is the real face of Congress governance," he said, demanding immediate implementation of the promised Auto Drivers’ Welfare Board and financial aid.

P.V. Sindhu will be off the international circuit till January 2026 to focus on recovery from a foot injury, following medical advice from Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala and her support team. The two-time Olympic medallist is undergoing structured rehabilitation and training in Hyderabad.

Tollywood actor and former Union Minister Chiranjeevi has lodged a police complaint against websites circulating AI-generated pornographic deepfake videos using his name and image. Hyderabad cybercrime police have registered a case under IT Act and BNS sections and initiated an investigation.

India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has been hospitalised in Sydney with internal bleeding following a rib cage injury sustained during the third ODI against Australia. He remains in the ICU under observation, with doctors monitoring his recovery closely.

IndiGo has restarted direct daily flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou after more than five years, becoming the first Indian carrier to resume such services. The move aims to strengthen bilateral ties, boost trade and tourism, and expand China connectivity, with Delhi–Guangzhou flights starting November 10

IndiGo has resumed direct flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou, marking the return of air connectivity between India and China after over five years. The daily service, operated by an Airbus A320, will be followed by Delhi–Guangzhou flights starting November 10.

Actress Nayanthara is reportedly joining Nandamuri Balakrishna in director Gopichand Malineni’s historical epic #NBK111, set for launch in November. The big-budget Vriddhi Cinemas project promises a grand narrative showcasing Balakrishna in a fresh avatar, with recce underway in Rajasthan

A 21-year-old man was killed in a suspected tiger attack in Bahraich’s Katarniaghat Wildlife Division while collecting grass. The incident follows a similar attack injuring a woman. Officials warn locals against entering protected forest areas amid rising tiger movement

A 17-year-old girl suffered critical burn injuries after a juvenile friend allegedly set her ablaze at her home in Thane’s Balkum area following a quarrel. The accused has been detained and sent to a remand home; the victim remains critical.

Security has been strengthened in Navi Mumbai after two Australian women cricketers were molested by a motorcycle-borne man in Indore. The accused has been arrested, and organisers have enhanced safety measures around hotels and venues for the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to join the ‘Run for Unity’ on October 31 to mark Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary. He said the event celebrates Patel’s vision of a united India and strengthens national unity and togetherness.

The Border Security Force (BSF) foiled a narcotics smuggling attempt along the International Border in Jammu’s R S Pura sector, recovering two packets weighing over 2 kg. The operation in the area is ongoing, officials said.

Actor-politician Vijay will meet families of the Karur stampede victims in Mahabalipuram on Monday, a month after the tragedy that claimed 41 lives. His party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has arranged the gathering and booked 50 rooms for the bereaved families.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur and appreciated discussions on bilateral ties, regional and global issues. The meeting came amid ongoing trade negotiations, with both sides reaffirming their strong strategic partnership.

UK police are hunting a white male suspect after a 20-year-old woman, believed to be of Indian heritage, was raped in a racially aggravated attack in Walsall. CCTV footage has been released as police appeal for public help to identify the attacker.

Nine Indian sailors were among 14 crew members rescued by the Sri Lankan Navy after their merchant vessel, Integrity Star, suffered engine failure 100 nautical miles south of the island nation. The rescued crew was brought safely to Hambantota port.

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Sai Sravan's inning of 125 helps Andhra reach 281/4 against Saurashtra in Col CK Nayudu Trophy cricket championship

M Venkat Ram Reddy from Kurnool clinched a bronze in the men’s 800m event at the fourth South Asian Senior Athletics Championship in Ranchi. This victory adds to India’s medal tally, with Reddy previously winning a 'golden double' in Junior Nationals