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Aakash Chopra says Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's primary task ahead of India's ODI series against the West Indies is to keep scoring runs. He also backed India's squad and highlighted Nitish Kumar Reddy's role ahead of the 2027 World Cup

India’s EOS-05 geostationary Earth observation satellite will provide persistent surveillance over the subcontinent, according to The Diplomat. The satellite could enhance India’s intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, including monitoring military movements and supporting timely information for precision-strike operations during crises.

Modernisation of Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally) Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme has reached nearly 20 per cent completion. Work on parking facilities, substations, residential quarters, air concourse foundations and a metro-connected skywalk is progressing.

Mumbai Police have registered an FIR against people linked to an examination incident following the death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode. Students protested on campus, while police recorded statements of his family and students as the investigation continued

The BRS criticised the Congress government over Telangana’s law and order situation following an alleged assault by a Home Guard at Hafeezpet Railway Station. BRS working president K T Rama Rao accused the police of overreach and criticised their handling of political opponents.

The Centre has notified the appointment of 14 judicial officers as judges and additional judges in the Delhi, Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Courts, following recommendations made by the Supreme Court Collegium.

Veteran Indian shuttler H S Prannoy says the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games is likely to be his last, but he will assess his chances of competing at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Chirag Shetty, meanwhile, targets team gold with India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India's startup story is no longer confined to big cities, with nearly half of recognised startups based in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. He also highlighted government measures aimed at creating more employment opportunities.

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.