- newWomen's T20 WC: India eliminated after NZ beat Pak to enter semis
New Zealand's 54-run win over Pakistan in Dubai secured their spot in the Women's T20 World Cup semifinals and knocked India out of the tournament. Despite Pakistan's efforts to contain New Zealand to 110 for six, their batting collapsed, getting all out for 56. New Zealand secured their first semi-final spot since 2016.
- 17 mins ago 14 Oct 24, 10:39pm -
- newUS says Indian inquiry team in Washington to probe foiled plot to hit separatists
India's investigative team is visiting the US to discuss allegations of a plot to assassinate a Khalistani separatist in New York. The US State Department has issued a statement on the case, and India's enquiry committee will probe further linkages. India's embassy has not commented on the team's arrival amid tense US-Canada relations.
- 23 mins ago 14 Oct 24, 10:33pm -
- newKharge's son returns land amid MUDA row: Has Congress 'land'ed in trouble again?
Rahul Kharge, son of Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, withdrew his request for land allotment in Bengaluru amid controversies involving Congress leadership. The BJP accused the party of corruption and land-grabbing, pointing to past allegations, including against Robert Vadra. Prominent Congress figures are embroiled in various land-related scandals, adding to the party's woes.
- 32 mins ago 14 Oct 24, 10:24pm -
- newWipro makes 3-days work from office mandatory: Read HR head's email
Wipro unveiled its new hybrid work policy, expecting employees to work from the office three days a week with an option for remote work on certain days. Chief HR Officer Saurabh Govil described this as a modern and inclusive approach, emphasizing collaboration, flexibility, and support for special needs while maintaining a high-performance culture.
- 46 mins ago 14 Oct 24, 10:10pm -
- newDiplomatic showdown: India expels 6 Canadian diplomats
- 1 hour ago 14 Oct 24, 9:54pm -
- newKerala passes resolution against Centre's delayed aid for Wayanad
The Kerala assembly unanimously passes a resolution against the central government for delaying financial aid for Wayanad's landslide rehabilitation. The CPI(M)-led LDF and opposition UDF criticize PM Modi for not allocating funds despite his widely covered visit. The state demands at least Rs 2000 crore.
- 1 hour ago 14 Oct 24, 9:27pm -
- new'The issue is not Babar, Shaheen...': Hussain rips into Pak cricket
Nasser Hussain criticized Pakistan cricket’s management, pointing to instability and lack of planning as core issues behind their struggles. He highlighted constant changes in selectors, coaches, and captains, arguing this hinders success. Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram hinted at agreement. Pakistan make four changes for the second Test against England in Multan.
- 2 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 8:51pm -
- newAakash Chopra shuts down troll with savage reply
Former India batter Aakash Chopra humorously engages with a troll after commenting on the Pakistan Cricket Board's decision to rest key players Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Naseem Shah. Chopra subtly mocks the PCB's clarification, leading to a witty exchange involving cricket oversights.
- 3 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 8:00pm -
- newDelhi HC to Wikipedia: You may be world’s powerful entity but ...
The Delhi High Court criticized Wikipedia for refusing to reveal users' identities in a defamation case brought by ANI. The court questioned Wikipedia's role and warned it could lose its intermediary protection. Wikipedia was also reprimanded for potentially interfering with sub-judice matters through a dedicated page on the case, with removal instructions pending by Wednesday.
- 3 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 7:58pm -
- newSeasoned actor Atul Parchure passes away at 57
Veteran actor Atul Parchure, known for his roles in The Kapil Sharma Show, passed away on October 14 at the age of 57. He had been battling cancer for the past few years.
- 3 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 7:51pm -
- new'We have no faith in ...': India withdraws High Commissioner, some diplomats from Canada
Diplomatic tensions rise as India withdraws High Commissioner and diplomats from Canada, citing safety concerns and rejecting Trudeau's baseless allegations linking Indian agents to a Canadian citizen's murder. India condemns Canada’s investigation, calling it politically motivated vote bank politics.
- 3 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 7:36pm -
- newJ&K govt formation: Omar Abdullah to take oath as CM on October 16
Omar Abdullah is preparing to take oath as Jammu & Kashmir's chief minister on October 16. President's rule was recently lifted, allowing the formation of a new government. Abdullah, supported by the National Conference-Congress alliance and several Independents, was elected as the NC legislature leader, marking his second term in office from a coalition with Congress.
- 3 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 7:29pm -
- newRIL Q2 results: Reliance Industries reports 5% fall in net profit
Reliance Industries Ltd, led by Mukesh Ambani, reported a 5% decrease in consolidated net profit for Q2 FY25, standing at Rs 16,563 crore. Revenue from operations slightly increased by 0.2% YoY to Rs 2.35 lakh crore, while EBITDA fell by 2% and finance costs rose by 5%.
- 4 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 7:18pm -
- new'Have shared irrefutable evidence': Canadian diplomat after meeting MEA officials
Diplomatic relations between India and Canada hit a low after PM Trudeau accused New Delhi of involvement in a Canadian citizen’s murder. The MEA refuted the allegations, withdrew the High Commissioner, and warned of further actions against Canada's support for extremism and separatism. Then, the external affairs ministry to summon Canada's charge d' affairs Stewart Wheeler.
- 4 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 7:03pm -
- newAfter Siddique's demise, Salman Khan asked not to accept visitors: Top 5 news
Salman Khan tightens security following Baba Siddique's assassination by Lawrence Bishnoi's gang. Ram Gopal Varma's tweets about the incident spark online debates. Ranbir Kapoor shares wedding insights, while Kriti Sanon's 'Do Patti' trailer impresses. Adah Sharma moves into Sushant Singh Rajput's flat, defending her decision amid criticism.
- 4 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 7:00pm -
- new'Turn towards...' : Jaishankar promotes Indian talent to friendly nations
External affairs minister S Jaishankar urges nations to employ Indian talent, highlighting global demand for skilled workers. Launching the eMigrate V2.0 portal, he stresses India's commitment to safe migration and improved labor mobility, emphasizing technological integration and streamlined processes for better workforce access.
- 4 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 6:57pm -
- new'Baseless': Fakhar's Kohli vs Babar comparison slammed
Brad Hogg criticized the comparison between Babar Azam’s current slump and Virat Kohli’s past struggles, labeling it as 'baseless.' Hogg highlighted differences in team performance during their respective slumps, while Fakhar Zaman emphasized supporting star players. Babar was dropped after poor performances, failing to score above fifty in his last 18 Test innings.
- 4 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 6:53pm -
- newCongress slams felicitation of Gauri Lankesh murder accused
Congress has condemned the honoring of two men accused of murdering journalist Gauri Lankesh in 2017, who were released on bail. The Congress party stated that saffron symbolizes courage and sacrifice, while the right-wing group responsible said the men were unfairly imprisoned.
- 4 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 6:45pm -
- new'Zero results': Bengal govt-doctors meet fails to resolve RG Kar impasse
Protesting doctors in New Delhi met with Bengal chief secretary Manoj Pant, expressing dissatisfaction as their 'fast-onto-death' strike entered its 10th day. Pant assured that the state government was addressing seven out of ten demands, but couldn't provide a timeline for the remaining three.
- 5 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 6:05pm -
- newRenukaswamy murder: Actor Darshan & Pavithra Gowda's bail plea rejected
- 5 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 5:50pm -
- newIsro receives IAF World Space Award for Chandrayaan-3
Dr S Somanath, secretary of India's Department of Space and Isro chairman, received the 2024 IAF World Space Award for the successful Chandrayaan-3 mission. The International Astronautical Federation acknowledged India's advancements in lunar exploration, marking the first landing near the lunar South Pole. Celebrations for the achievement were held in Milan.
- 5 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 5:50pm -
- newMob attacks SDM after criminal kills cop's family, dumps heads 4 km away
In Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, a history-sheeter killed the wife and daughter of police head constable Talib Sheikh after a failed attempt to run him over. The bodies were found with sharp weapon injuries. The incident sparked local unrest, with angry residents vandalising the suspect's home.
- 5 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 5:46pm -
- new'Panel not functioning as per rules': Oppn MPs boycott JPC on Waqf bil
- 6 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 5:11pm -
- new'High risk, high reward, high risk, high...': Gambhir's mantra
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir supports a 'high risk, high reward' strategy in Test cricket, emphasizing aggressive play despite potential low scores. He stresses adaptability and growth, indicating a focus on aggressive yet flexible tactics. The immediate challenge is the Test series against New Zealand, with respect but no fear for the opponents.
- 6 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 5:10pm -
- newPremier League star Ndidi claims hostage situation in Libya
The Nigerian national football team was stranded for over 12 hours at Al Abraq International Airport in Libya, without food or water, just 24 hours before their key African Cup of Nations qualifiers match against Libya. The situation arose after their plane was unexpectedly rerouted, leaving the team without proper arrangements to reach Benghazi.
- 6 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 5:07pm -
- newDon’t fall prey to these scams! 10 ways in which scamsters can fraud you
Scammers in India are increasingly using innovative tactics, including AI, to target victims through fake employment offers, digital arrest threats, and fraudulent schemes. Over 9.5 lakh complaints were filed in early 2024, with Rs 1,750 crore lost. Be alert to scams involving fake authorities, stock trading schemes, and fraudulent KYC updates.
- 6 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 4:30pm -
- newJohn Cena vs Roman Reigns: Who won the most WWE titles?
John Cena's wrestling reign includes 16 world titles, overshadowing Roman Reigns' six. However, Reigns' dominance in the ring is evident through his recent 1,316-day championship and undefeated record against Cena in singles matches. Despite Cena's massive social media presence and global fame, even he acknowledges Roman Reigns as potentially the greatest wrestler ever.
- 7 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 4:16pm -
- newDiwali 2024 Calendar: What are the 5 Days of Diwali? know here
Diwali 2024 is celebrated on October 31, amidst a series of vibrant festivities. Key rituals span from Dhanteras on October 29, including prayers to Goddess Laxmi and offering of lights. The celebration concludes with Bhai Dooj on November 3, highlighting the brother-sister bond. Detailed timings for pujas and muhurats are provided.
- 7 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 4:11pm -
- newTamil Nadu rain: Holiday declared for schools and colleges in these districts
Chief minister M K Stalin has appealed to IT firms to instruct employees to work from home between Oct 15 and 18.
- 7 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:49pm -
- newI enjoy my battles with Virat Kohli, says Mitchell Starc
The upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy features a key clash between Australia's Mitchell Starc and India's Virat Kohli, with Kohli having dominated their past Test encounters. Starc appreciates his battles with Kohli and praised India coach Gautam Gambhir's strategic brilliance and team spirit. Gambhir's new tenure faces a significant test as the series begins soon.
- 7 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:47pm -
- newEXCLUSIVE: 'I have it in me, I am very strong to win medals'
Shooter Arjun Babuta expresses confidence after narrowly missing a medal at the Paris Olympics. Now focusing on ISSF World Cup Final 2024 in New Delhi, he aims to refine his strategy for future Olympic success. The Indian team includes top shooters and is ranked fifth in the ISSF World Cup series.
- 7 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:47pm -
- newNobel prize 2024: Acemoglu, Johnson & Robinson get economics award
Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A Robinson received the Nobel Prize in Economics for studying how institutions shape prosperity. The Indian laureates include Amartya Sen for his work on welfare economics and Abhijit Banerjee for his experimental approach to alleviating global poverty. The prize, awarded by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, has honored 93 laureates since 1969.
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:21pm -
- newHyundai India’s IPO opens tomorrow - here’s what investors need to know
Hyundai IPO: Hyundai Motor India plans to raise capital through an OFS, reducing Hyundai Motor Company's stake to 82.5%. With a focus on new model launches and capacity expansion, the company aims to boost growth despite losing market share to competitors like Maruti.
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:18pm -
- newTalk about wrapping Mayank Yadav in cotton wool is exaggerated: Ex-selector
Mayank Yadav made a sharp debut in the T20I series against Bangladesh, claiming 4 wickets in 3 matches. Notably, he became the fourth bowler in T20I history to take a wicket with the first ball of an innings. He is now named as a traveling reserve for India's upcoming Test series against New Zealand.
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:14pm -
- newFormer Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray admitted to HN Reliance Hospital
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:10pm -
- new'For welfare and progress of capital': Delhi CM Atishi meets PM Modi
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 3:03pm -
- newThis is the era of bowlers, batters only set up matches: Gautam Gambhir
Gautam Gambhir, head coach, underscores the crucial role of bowlers in contemporary Test cricket, highlighting the shift from batter-centric strategies to those prioritizing bowlers. He stresses that bowlers are key to securing victories as overpowering batting alone does not guarantee success in modern-day cricket. Gambhir underlined the necessity of breaking the "obsessed" mentality of batters.
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 2:56pm -
- new'Misuse of power': BJP targets Congress after Kharge's son returns land
The BJP has called for the resignations of Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah after they returned land allotted to them. BJP spokespersons argue that this move is an admission of guilt and evidence of corruption and misuse of power within the Congress party. The party demands legal action against both leaders.
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 2:43pm -
- newBaba Siddique's son Zeeshan was also a target of killers: Mumbai police
Mumbai Police revealed that both NCP leader Baba Siddique and his son Zeeshan were targets in the murder case. Pravin Lonkar has been arrested for sheltering the accused, while his brother Shubuu remains at large. The ossification test confirmed accused Dharmaraj Kashyap's age. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde assured strict action against those responsible.
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 2:28pm -
- new'Trudeau’s hostility has long been in evidence': India slams Canada
India has rejected Canada's diplomatic claims labeling its high commissioner as a 'person of interest' in an investigation. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs called these allegations baseless and politically motivated, accusing Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau of using anti-India rhetoric to gain political support domestically.
- 9 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 2:18pm -
- newGoogle CEO congratulates SpaceX CEO Elon Musk: ‘... I have to admit …’
Google CEO Sundar Pichai congratulates Elon Musk as SpaceX successfully catches the 233-foot rocket booster after a test flight. Musk shares the event on social media, showcasing the booster being caught by the launch tower.
- 11 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 12:19pm -
- new'Where will dogs go...': Chandrasekaran recalls moments with Ratan Tata
N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, pays tribute to Ratan Tata's legacy, highlighting his humanity, keen memory, and visionary leadership. Tata, who transformed Tata Group into a global giant, was known for his compassion towards employees and even stray dogs at Bombay House.
- 11 hours ago 14 Oct 24, 11:58am -