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England Women started their ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 campaign with a commanding 10-wicket win over South Africa in Guwahati. Linsey Smith starred with the ball, while Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones completed a flawless chase in just 14.1 overs

Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu won silver in the 49kg category at the World Weightlifting Championships in Norway with a total lift of 199kg. North Korea’s Ri Song Gum claimed gold, while Thailand’s Thanyathon Sukcharoen took bronze

KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja struck centuries to give India a commanding 286-run lead over the West Indies in the first Test at Ahmedabad. The hosts dominated Day Two, leaving the visitors under pressure going into the weekend

Bengaluru Torpedoes clinched a thrilling five-set win over Goa in the Prime Volleyball League at Hyderabad, with Jalen Penrose starring and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy lending support from the stands

World Championships bronze medallist Mohammad Husamuddin began with a dominant 5:0 win at the BFI Cup 2025 in Chennai. Bhawna Sharma and Parthvi Grehwal impressed in women’s bouts, as Services boxers and top national talent showcased their skills across categories

Wicketkeeper-batter M Mamta will captain the Hyderabad senior women’s team in the BCCI T20 championship starting October 8 in Gwalior. The squad features a mix of experienced and young players, with K Tejaswini among the stand-byes

The Indian Padel Federation will host India’s first-ever FIP Silver Padel championship in Hyderabad from October 12 to 15, offering a record Rs 15 lakh prize pool. The event will feature top international players alongside India’s emerging padel talent

Top Indian shuttlers HS Prannoy, Lakshya Sen and Ashwini Ponnappa sent motivational messages to the 25-member Indian squad preparing for the BWF World Junior Championships in Guwahati, urging them to focus, enjoy the competition, and make use of home advantage

The Centre has issued a nationwide advisory cautioning against prescribing cough and cold medications to children under two years, following reports of child deaths allegedly linked to contaminated syrups in Madhya Pradesh. Investigations are ongoing, with multi-agency teams probing all possible causes.

SCCL is set to supply 2.88 million tonnes of G-11 grade coal annually from its Naini coal block in Odisha to Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation. A Fuel Supply Agreement is expected to be finalised within 10 days. This marks a key milestone in SCCL’s inter-state coal supply operations, with Tamil Nadu becoming the first consumer of coal from the Naini block.

When roads crack, so does public trust. India’s potholes are less about asphalt and more about accountability

Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat’s words of reconciliation and assimilation should be heeded by those who thrive on divide-and-rule politics

A pioneering genetic study by CCMB researchers has revealed that Sindhis settled in western India possess a distinct genetic profile compared to their Pakistani counterparts. The research highlights ancient East Asian admixtures, possibly from Mongolian migrations, and recent assimilation with local groups like the Konkanis.

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar revealed that his teenage daughter was asked to send nude photos while playing an online game. The vigilant teen avoided cybercrime, prompting Akshay to urge Maharashtra schools to teach cyber safety to students from class 7 to 10

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed draft rules to ease foreign currency borrowings for Indian companies. The framework expands eligible borrowers and lenders, links limits to financial strength, simplifies regulations, and allows market-determined interest rates for external commercial borrowings

Sixteen-year-old Sabri became the first Muslim woman to perform Kathakali at Kerala Kalamandalam, realizing her long-cherished dream. Her debut during Vijayadashami marked a historic moment for the near-century-old institution, which opened doors to female students in 2021

Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin attacked the BJP, calling it a "parasite" exploiting tragedies for political gain and a "washing machine" for the corrupt. He criticised Centre policies, AIADMK alliance, and highlighted welfare projects and development in Ramanathapuram

US Senators have asked TCS to explain its US hiring practices, including H-1B recruitment, wage parity, and American layoffs. The company must respond by October 10 amid an ongoing EEOC investigation and growing scrutiny of H-1B visa practices

On October 6, the Super Harvest Moon will coincide with Sharad Purnima, creating a rare celestial and cultural spectacle. The moon will appear brighter and larger, visible across India, marking the end of the monsoon and the beginning of the harvest season

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch initiatives worth over Rs 62,000 crore on Saturday, with Bihar in focus. The projects span education, skilling, entrepreneurship, credit support and scholarships, aiming to empower youth and strengthen India’s workforce in line with NEP 2020

Mahindra & Mahindra has launched the Thar 2025 starting at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The SUV gets refreshed design, smart technology upgrades, rear AC vents, new infotainment features, multiple engine-transmission options, and enhanced off-road capabilities, reaffirming its appeal as a lifestyle vehicle

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India has emerged as a stabilising force in the global economy, resilient against trade, energy, and financial shocks. Speaking at Kautilya Economic Conclave 2025, she warned of global uncertainties, shifting alliances, and structural transformations in world order

Two musicians, Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and Amritprabha Mahanta, were remanded to 14 days in police custody in connection with singer Zubeen Garg’s death. Their Singapore trip is under scrutiny as investigators probe allegations and circumstances surrounding the cultural icon’s demise

A teacher couple in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara abandoned their fourth child in a forest, fearing violation of civil service rules that disqualify employees with more than three children. The infant was rescued, and the couple was later arrested and granted bail