October 2026
Sports
IND vs NZ 2nd T20I: Tilak Varma’s Unbeaten 51 Powers India to Four-Wicket Win
Tilak Varma smashed an unbeaten 51 off 26 balls as India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the second T20I in Christchurch. India now lead the five-match series 2-0.
World
Ukraine Says Starlink Services Return to Normal After Week of Restrictions
Ukraine says Starlink and military-focused Starshield services have returned to normal speeds after more than a week of restrictions that reportedly disrupted military operations. Responsibility for the restrictions remains publicly unacknowledged.
National
Neha Bora Refuses to Sign Peace Bond, Raises Questions Over Dissent Restrictions
AISA president Neha Bora says she will not sign a ₹10,000 peace bond required under a police notice. Her decision follows the Delhi High Court’s dismissal of her plea challenging the notice.
National
BJP Demands Congress Clarify Its Stand on Kashmir and Sharjeel Imam
The BJP has demanded that Congress clarify its position on demands related to Kashmir’s separation from India and the release of Sharjeel Imam. The questions followed Congress MP Imran Masood’s visit to Jamia Millia Islamia to support students seeking restoration of their union.
World
Kim Jong Un Reportedly Visits Chinese Border City in Surprise Move
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reportedly arrived in China’s border city of Dandong after crossing a newly opened bridge, according to South Korean media citing an unidentified government source. The purpose of the visit remains unclear.
World
Jordan Church Attack Death Toll Rises to Nine After Two Victims Die
The death toll from an attack on a Greek Orthodox church in southern Jordan has risen to nine. Health Minister Ibrahim al-Bdour confirmed that two wounded victims died after gunmen opened fire during a funeral gathering.
Sports
Kieron Pollard Named Mumbai Indians Head Coach Ahead of IPL 2027
Mumbai Indians have appointed Kieron Pollard as head coach ahead of the next IPL season, replacing Mahela Jayawardene after the team’s disappointing IPL 2026 campaign. Pollard brings years of experience with the five-time champions.
Sports
Asian Football Backs Gianni Infantino for FIFA Re-Election in Major U-Turn
The Asian Football Confederation has backed Gianni Infantino’s bid for FIFA re-election. The endorsement, announced by AFC president Sheikh Salman in Tokyo, follows recent criticism over Infantino’s abandoned World Cup commercial rights plan.
Sports
India Makes History with First Asian Table Tennis Mixed Doubles Medal in 72 Years
Harmeet Desai and Yashaswini Ghorpade made history by securing India’s first mixed doubles medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships in 72 years. They defeated South Korea 3–2 to reach the semifinals.
Sports
Bayern Munich Coach Vincent Kompany Stable After Collapsing at Training
Bayern Munich says head coach Vincent Kompany is stable after collapsing during Friday’s training session. Further medical tests are planned to determine the cause, according to club sporting board member Max Eberl.