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India’s hopes of reaching the Davis Cup Final 8 ended with a 3-1 defeat to Korea in Seoul. After losing two opening singles, India won the doubles, but Soonwoo Kwon beat Sumit Nagal to seal Korea’s qualification for the knockout stage.

India on Saturday sent another 11 tonnes of relief supplies to flood-hit Nepal, including medicines, tents, hygiene kits and sleeping bags. The consignment was carried on the ninth IAF flight since August 26 as Nepal continues recovery efforts.

Singer Shaan paid tribute to his late friend and Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg on his first death anniversary with a new song featuring Mahalaxmi Iyer. Shaan shared a video remembering Garg and wrote, “Long Live #Zubeen” on social media.

Sobhita Dhulipala has opened up about her rigorous preparation for Pa Ranjith’s Vettuvam, including Mallakhamba, Adi Murai and Surul training. She said the cast performed their stunts themselves despite using doubles during rehearsals for technically demanding action sequences.

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has backed Yashasvi Jaiswal for more opportunities during the ODI series against West Indies. Pathan said the backup opener needs regular game time before the 2027 ODI World Cup and called the series an opportunity.

Deep excavation near Hyderabad Metro pillars behind the Secunderabad ISKCON temple has raised structural safety concerns among residents and devotees. The work is being carried out near pillars 1191, 1192 and 1193, with HMRL officials expected to inspect the site.

Mamata Banerjee's faction of the Trinamool Congress suffered another setback as Rejinagar candidate Rabiul Alam Chowdhury withdrew his nomination on Saturday, a day after its Nandigram candidate also pulled out. Chowdhury cited difficulties faced by party workers and consulted Banerjee.

A Home Guard allegedly involved in the assault of a woman near Hafeezpet Railway Station has been removed from service, DGP C V Anand said. Anand directed the Cyberabad Police Commissioner to take immediate action and register a criminal case.

The trailer of Jason Sanjay’s Sigma, starring Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah, showcases a high-stakes heist involving drugs and gambling. The action entertainer, also featuring Sampath Raj and Shiv Pandit, is scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2.

Ukraine has received a €3.3-billion tranche from the European Union under its Ukraine Support Loan, with funds earmarked for missiles and drones. Meanwhile, Russia summoned Britain’s charge d’affaires over London’s military support and issued warnings over UK facilities.

A private travel bus that started its journey from Kothagudem in Telangana and was heading to Palasa caught fire in Srikakulam district on Saturday. All seven passengers escaped unhurt after an onlooker alerted the driver, police said.

Mamata Banerjee has moved the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission's decision to freeze the Trinamool Congress' name and reserved symbol amid a factional dispute. The EC allotted separate names and symbols to the rival groups ahead of October 6 bypolls.

Yemen's Houthi group said Saudi warplanes carried out 300 airstrikes across nine Yemeni provinces this week, including 26 strikes on Taiz in 24 hours. The reported escalation came amid continued ground fighting near Lahj, Taiz and oil-rich Marib.

Telugu actor Nani said his young son will have to wait before watching The Paradise, amid uncertainty over its censor certificate. Nani said he expects an A certificate and acknowledged that the film’s intensity and violence may not suit children.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India's per capita carbon emissions are less than half the global average and developed countries emit six times more. He made the remarks while inaugurating an international environmental conference organised by the National Green Tribunal in Delhi.

Political parties have begun preparations for the Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Graduates’ MLC election after Telangana issued the electoral roll schedule. Jana Sena has named Gadala Srinivas Rao, while Congress and BJP are yet to announce candidates for the March 2027 election.

Congress MPs and MLCs were scheduled to visit a private farmhouse in Janwada on Saturday to check its land details, amid heightened tension and heavy police deployment. The owner claimed ownership and said the property had been leased to KTR.

Three persons were killed after a speeding DCM vehicle rammed into a Tata Ace that had stopped near the Outer Ring Road in Shamirpet early Saturday. Police said the victims were replacing a punctured tyre when the crash occurred.

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra suffered a dislocated right shoulder during a promotional shoot in Auckland, putting his participation in the five-match T20I series against India in doubt. Medical specialists found no major structural damage as he begins rehabilitation.

The All American Diner will make its Hyderabad debut on September 23 at The Loft, RMZ Nexity. The iconic Delhi restaurant concept returns in a new avatar with classic American diner food, nostalgic interiors, shakes and cocktails as it expands across India.

NIMS resident doctors called off their strike on Saturday after hospital management agreed to strengthen security measures following alleged incidents involving doctors. OPD and elective services resumed, while new measures include QRTs, security personnel, CCTV surveillance, police outposts and panic buttons.

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said Nitish Kumar stepped down as chief minister of his own accord and was not asked to leave by the BJP. He also described Kumar as the NDA’s undisputed leader in Bihar.

Actress Munmun Dutta shared a glimpse of the empty Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah sets, reflecting on her 18-year association with the sitcom. She recalled growing up on the set, shared memories and spoke about the importance of women characters.

Indian equity benchmarks posted their sixth consecutive weekly loss as persistent FII selling and concerns over prolonged high rates weighed on sentiment. Nifty fell 0.22 per cent, while Sensex declined 0.65 per cent during the week despite Friday gains.