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India U-17 men’s team defeated Pakistan 3-2 in a thrilling SAFF Championship match in Colombo. Rahan Ahmed scored the winner, while Gangte and Wangkheirakpam also scored. India topped Group B after a dramatic five-goal encounter with arch-rivals Pakistan

India women cricketers Sneh Rana, Richa Ghosh, and Deepti Sharma said representing the country at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup India 2025 is an honour. They discussed WPL experiences, strategies, and personal motivations including meaningful tattoos

Indian cricketer KL Rahul has joined the Goa Guardians as co-owner ahead of PVL Season 4, aiming to promote volleyball in India. Officials say his involvement will raise the sport’s profile, inspire athletes, and attract fans nationwide

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath praised GST 2.0 reforms in Gorakhpur, calling them a catalyst for growth. He said reduced rates will benefit farmers, students, and consumers, boosting markets and festive celebrations.

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu said only India can provide services to the global community, citing the country’s demographic advantage and tech push. He highlighted plans for a "Quantum Valley" in Amaravati and praised PM Modi’s vision for self-reliance

Paralympic bronze medallist Preeti Pal has been named India’s flag bearer for the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships. Overcoming cerebral palsy, she continues to inspire as she targets gold at the biggest para-athletics event hosted in India.

India’s next-generation GST, “GST Bachat Utsav,” was implemented, cutting taxes on over 370 items, including essentials, medicines, appliances, and toiletries. Luxury and sin goods face higher levies. The reform aims to boost consumer disposable income and inject Rs 2 lakh crore into the economy.

The BJP launched a nationwide ‘GST Savings Festival’ as GST 2.0 takes effect, with MPs visiting markets through padyatras to promote lower tax rates, Swadeshi products, and household savings benefits.

Abhishek Sharma scored 74 and Shubman Gill 47 as India chased 172 to beat Pakistan by six wickets in the Asia Cup Super Fours at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Tilak Varma finished unbeaten to guide India home

Abhigyan Kundu scored 87 not out and Vedant Trivedi 61 as India U19 chased 226 to defeat Australia U19 by seven wickets in the first Youth ODI at Ian Healy Oval. Henil Patel led the bowling attack

India and Pakistan will clash in their last SAFF Under-17 Championship Group B match, both already in the semifinals. With equal points and goal difference, the game will decide the group leader. Coach Bibiano Fernandes urged India to stay focused

India will face Australia in their second Group A match of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Ardiya on Monday. Coach Reza Kordi said the team is improving and close to its first international win

The last solar eclipse of 2025, a partial eclipse, will occur on Sunday night but won’t be visible in India. Skywatchers in parts of Australia, Antarctica, the Pacific, and Atlantic will witness the event, which peaks at 1:11 a.m. IST.

Gold prices ended slightly higher this week with positive bias amid safe haven demand. Analysts expect prices to trade between Rs 1,07,500 and Rs 1,11,000, with focus on upcoming US economic data

Smriti Mandhana scored the second-fastest women’s ODI century off 50 balls in the third ODI against Australia, breaking Karen Rolton's record and setting the fastest by an Indian batter

Samsung India announces festive offers on Galaxy smartphones starting 22 September 2025. Discounts include up to 42% off on Galaxy A, up to 30% on M and F series, and the Galaxy S24 Ultra at Rs 71,999, making premium tech more accessible.

Hyderabad officials have warned of drug peddlers using QR codes to connect with consumers via encrypted apps. The latest modus operandi, first seen in Europe, has emerged in India, with buyers directed to neighbouring States for delivery of narcotics.

Australia has been fined 10 percent of its match fee for a slow over-rate in the second Women’s ODI against India in New Chandigarh. Captain Alyssa Healy accepted the sanction, with match referee G.S. Lakshmi imposing the penalty.

Neeraj Chopra's World Championship defence ended in disappointment, finishing eighth. Meanwhile, 23-year-old Sachin Yadav impressed with a fourth-place finish, narrowly missing bronze, signaling hope for future Indian javelin throw medals

The ICC and ECB launched the Catch the Spirit campaign for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England. Featuring stars like Ellyse Perry, the campaign aims to boost excitement for the tournament