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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has credited Donald Trump with playing a key role in ending hostilities between India and Pakistan, though New Delhi has categorically denied any third-party mediation, asserting the ceasefire followed direct military talks.

Pakistan survived a brilliant spell from Wanindu Hasaranga to beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in an intense Asia Cup Super 4 match. Hussain Talat and Mohammad Nawaz held their nerves to guide Pakistan to a crucial win

India take on Bangladesh in the Asia Cup Super 4 with spinners expected to play a key role. While India have the stronger batting line-up, Bangladesh’s attack led by Mustafizur Rahman could test India in the middle overs

Shreyas Iyer has taken a temporary break from red-ball cricket due to a back issue and will miss the upcoming home Test series against West Indies. He will undergo evaluation and recovery at BCCI Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru

Telugu Titans beat Gujarat Giants 30-29 in a nail-biting Pro Kabaddi League 12 clash in Jaipur. Bharat Hooda and Vijay Malik led the Titans’ comeback, while Mohammadreza Shadloui starred for the Giants in a closely contested game

The ISSF Junior World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun begins in Delhi with 208 shooters from 18 countries. India leads with 69 athletes. Notable participants include Raiza Dhillon, Abhinav Shaw, Shambhavi Kshirsagar, and international medalists from Italy and Croatia

Rising tariffs, stagnant productivity, and AI disruptions demand a Commission for Productivity and Employment Growth

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy felicitated international footballer Guguloth Sowmya, Nizamabad native and SBI officer. Sowmya, recently named AIFF Best Player of the Year, is part of India’s women’s team qualifying for the 2026 Asian Football Championship

While the sweeping reduction of GST rates is a welcome move, the Centre must also address the legitimate concerns of the States over the potential revenue losses

Ch Diana Grace of Telangana clinched a gold in table vault and two bronzes in uneven bar and all-round exercises at the CBSE National Gymnastics Championship in Maharashtra. Daniel added to Telangana’s tally with a bronze in pommel horse

Delhi teenager Ranveer Mitroo fired a five-under 66 to grab the opening-day lead at the IGU Andhra Pradesh Amateur Golf Championship in Visakhapatnam. Strong finishes from Deepak Yadav and Puthuru Raj Kumar kept the leaderboard close after the first round

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will be launched once the second train is ready, possibly by October 15. New services, including Delhi-Firozpur, are planned, while multiple railway projects in Punjab continue under execution

Jaguar Land Rover has extended its production shutdown until October 1 following a cyberattack that disrupted global operations. The halt, nearing a month, is costing millions daily, straining suppliers and prompting UK government and union calls for urgent support

ICICI Bank will implement same-day cheque clearance from October 4, aligning with RBI’s new settlement framework. Customers depositing cheques at branches will see faster processing, with Positive Pay mandatory for high-value cheques to prevent fraud and ensure smooth dispute resolution

BJP MP K Sudhakar’s wife, Preeti, lost Rs 14 lakh in a ‘digital arrest’ cyber fraud after receiving a fake police video call. Bengaluru police quickly froze the transaction and recovered the money, urging citizens to promptly report such scams

Singer Zubeen Garg was cremated with full state honours at Kamarkuchi near Guwahati as thousands of mourners, family members, and political leaders paid tribute. His last rites were marked by Vedic rituals, gun salutes, and an emotionally charged farewell

Japanese lender SMBC has acquired an additional 4.22 per cent stake in Yes Bank, raising its holding to 24.22 per cent and becoming the largest shareholder. The move coincides with fresh AA- ratings for Yes Bank, signalling stronger governance, capital position, and performance

The Centre is monitoring whether e-commerce platforms are passing on GST rate cut benefits on FMCG items. Field officers will submit the first report by September 30. The revised GST structure is expected to lower prices for 99 per cent of daily-use goods

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Ayushman Bharat scheme has grown from a promise into a people’s movement for universal healthcare. Marking its seventh anniversary, Union Minister J P Nadda called for more private hospitals to expand access and improve quality

Canadian police have arrested Khalistani leader Inderjeet Singh Gosal in Ontario on multiple firearms-related charges. Gosal, affiliated with Sikhs for Justice and a key figure in the Khalistan referendum campaign, was charged alongside two others following a Friday arrest

Senior SP leader Azam Khan was released from Sitapur jail after 23 months, following bail in multiple cases. His release saw heavy police restrictions, yet SP supporters gathered in celebration.

Bollywood stars Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal announced that they are expecting their first child. Sharing a heartfelt Instagram post, the couple expressed their joy and gratitude, while industry friends poured in congratulations for the exciting news.

Inmates at Varanasi Central Jail are performing Ramlila for the 15th year, with roles assigned thoughtfully by jail staff, blending reform and devotion as part of Dussehra celebrations.

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt says leading her side in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup is a huge honour, highlighting the tactical challenges of ODI cricket. She praised her squad’s depth and hopes to make the nation proud.