Ricky Ponting ‘Not a fan of’ ODI cricket being played less
Ricky Ponting has said that while he doesn’t like ODI cricket being played less frequently, the dwindling of the format is “inevitable”.
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Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with cancer: What Vatican said after lung surgery
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer, and underwent successful surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said on Tuesday. The 71-year-old pontiff is expected to remain in hospital for about a week following the operation at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.
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Denmark Open Super 750: Sindhu crashes out, Srikanth & Tanvi advance to Round 2
PV Sindhu was eliminated in the Denmark Open first round, losing 13-21, 25-23, 21-19 to Germany’s Yvonne Li after failing to convert two five-point leads in the deciding game. Kidambi Srikanth advanced with a straight-games win, and Tanvi Sharma beat Natsuki Nidaira in three games and will face Li next. Lakshya Sen lost in three games to Chou Tien Chen.
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2000 hours: The making of Isha Ambani’s Radha-Krishna inspired Navratri ensemble
The Ambanis marked the first anniversary of Swadesh, a platform promoting Indian crafts, with a pre-Navratri celebration. Isha Ambani wore a custom Radha-Krishna ensemble by Torani and Swadesh, combining Kalamkari and Odisha’s Pattachitra on silk. Ten artisans spent over 2,000 hours creating it.
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Festive season: Rlys to operate 3.4 lakh regular train trips, notifies 8,000 special trips
Indian Railways is set to operate 3.4 lakh regular trips from Oct 1 to Nov 30, 2026, up from 3.3 lakh last year, and had notified 8,454 special trips by Oct 13. Bihar leads in special services with 2,057, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 1,056. The Railways also plans 49 special trains for West Bengal’s Durga Puja rush and has added 412 coaches permanently.
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A century on my Ranji Trophy debut gives a lot of confidence: Vihaan Malhotra
India Under-19 World Cup winner Vihaan Malhotra, 19, marked his first-class debut for Punjab with a century against Assam, helping his side reach 287 for 5 in reply to 373. Promoted in the absence of Prabhsimran Singh, he shared stands of 137 with Harnoor Singh and 58 with captain Uday Saharan.
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‘I feel safe in the dark’: What psychologists say about this preference
Nyctophilia means a strong liking for night or darkness, but it is not a psychiatric diagnosis. Experts say dim, quiet spaces can help some people unwind by reducing stimulation and demands. The key is whether darkness offers a temporary way to recharge or becomes a pattern of isolation and avoidance. Persistent low mood, anxiety, or loss of interest may warrant professional support.
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BCCI postpones meeting with IPL stakeholders for PM function
The BCCI postponed its October 15 meeting with IPL franchise owners, executives, broadcasters and host state associations. Officials will attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s felicitation of India’s Asian Games gold-winning men’s and women’s cricket teams, and stakeholders also requested a delay. A new date and venue will be announced.
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas, 43, shares her favourite summer drink: ‘I like…’
Priyanka Chopra Jonas told the Mythical Kitchen podcast that she drinks buttermilk daily and enjoys both Maharashtrian and South Indian versions. Dietitians say chaas offers probiotics and nutrients, may aid digestion and hydration, and is a low-fat alternative to packaged drinks. South Indian recipes often add digestion-friendly spices.
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Why a One Piece pirate symbol appeared at Delhi protests, and what it represents
The pirate emblem from Japanese manga and anime One Piece appeared at protests in Delhi, after becoming a familiar symbol at Gen Z demonstrations worldwide. Its appeal lies in the story of a band of pirates challenging oppressive rulers, and reflects how young protesters use popular culture, humour and shared symbols to express dissent, drawing on a long tradition of playful political resistance.
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Gym after a heart attack: When to resume exercise and lift weights
Returning to the gym after a heart attack has no set timeline; it depends on the damage, treatment and recovery. Get clearance from a cardiologist and consider supervised cardiac rehabilitation, beginning with light activity and increasing gradually. Avoid heavy lifting or pushing too hard. Stop for chest pain, unusual breathlessness, dizziness, palpitations or weakness.
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Badoni’s five, Karun’s 81, Verma’s 209-ball 68: Day 3 of Ranji Round 1
Ayush Badoni’s five-wicket haul restricted Bengal to a 189-run first-innings lead, but Delhi were 101/3 and still face an innings defeat. Saurashtra lead Chhattisgarh by 125, with a draw likely. MP hold a 227-run lead over J&K after weather curtailed play. Kerala trail Jharkhand by 318 with four wickets left.
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Rajasthan ahead of the game vs Tamil Nadu after Ajay Singh Kukna’s 5-wicket haul
Ajay Singh Kukna’s five-wicket haul helped Rajasthan dismiss Tamil Nadu for 274 and secure an 89-run first-innings lead in the Duleep Trophy final. Rajasthan lost four early wickets in their second innings but recovered through an unbeaten 50-run stand between Kartik Sharma and Mahipal Lomror, reaching 81 for 4 and leading by 170 at stumps on Day 3.
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Yuvraj Singh named new Delhi Capitals batting coach for IPL 2027
Yuvraj Singh has been appointed assistant and batting coach of Delhi Capitals for the upcoming IPL season, his first formal coaching role in the league. He joins head coach Sourav Ganguly, his former captain. Yuvraj, who played for Delhi in 2015, said he was eager to begin coaching. The franchise cited his experience, winning mindset and mentoring ability as assets.
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Salman Khan praised Rashmika Mandanna for shooting through fever
Salman Khan praised Rashmika Mandanna’s work ethic on the sets of *Sikander*, recalling that she filmed for his movie overnight while also shooting *Pushpa 2* despite having a fever. Psychologists say respect from senior colleagues can strengthen trust, motivation and workplace safety, but warn that intense commitment should not come at the cost of burnout.
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Explained: Keralam bill proposes first-of-its-kind framework to regulate elderly care
Keralam’s proposed 2026 Senior Citizens Bill would require care centres and caregivers to register, meet standards and face penalties for violations. It promotes ageing at home, recognises living wills, expands access to care, and addresses abuse and cyber fraud. The Bill also proposes protection bodies, caregiver certification and a dedicated welfare fund as the state’s elderly population grows.
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Apple debuts HomeView, a smart display powered by Siri AI; HomePod Mini 2 and Apple TV 4k
Apple unveiled its smart-home lineup: HomeView, a seven-inch Siri AI display that personalises household information while keeping it on users’ iPhones; updated HomePod Mini 2 and Apple TV 4K with Siri AI; and Home Collection cameras, locks, thermostats and sensors. In India, HomeView and Apple TV 4K cost Rs 39,900, while HomePod Mini 2 costs Rs 18,900.
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Can makeup beat facial recognition tech? What Richa Chadha’s ‘tutorial’ gets right
Richa Chadha suggested protesters use makeup to confuse facial-recognition cameras. Makeup can alter facial features enough to prevent identification, but results depend on the system and conditions. A small 2021 study found machine-designed, natural-looking makeup evaded some systems in tested conditions; it does not prove Chadha’s theatrical approach works reliably.
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Why Ronaldo’s Al Nassr AFC Champions League Elite match was delayed by an hour
An AFC Champions League match in Riyadh was delayed an hour after Saudi Arabia issued a security alert, following reports that the Saudi-led coalition had intercepted two Houthi missiles and explosions were heard in the city. Al Nassr beat Neftchi Fergana 3-1.
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‘Did not see ball, thought it was 4’: Tilak Varma on bizarre run out in 3rd T20I
Tilak Varma was run out in the third T20I after mistakenly believing Axar Patel’s shot had reached the boundary; Axar returned safely while Tilak walked away from his crease. Tilak said both batters thought it was a four and accepted that such mistakes happen. Ahead of the fourth match in Hyderabad, he called playing before his home crowd as India vice-captain a proud moment.
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Work just 3 days a week? Jeff Bezos says AI could change future of work
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos believes artificial intelligence could eventually change how people work, allowing some to earn enough to support their families without putting in five days a week. Bezos said AI-driven productivity gains could make shorter workweeks a reality, with some people choosing to work just three days a week and others stepping away from their jobs altogether.
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Hunter of underwater threats, why INS Mangrol holds importance for the Navy
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mangrol, the third of eight indigenously built Mahe-class shallow-water anti-submarine warfare craft, at Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard. Designed to detect and engage underwater threats near the coast, it can also support surveillance, search and rescue, and mine-laying. The 16-vessel programme will strengthen coastal defence.
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‘My self-worth depends on career’: Ekta Kapoor lived at office for 6 months, had ‘no life’
Ekta Kapoor said she once spent six months sleeping at her office to oversee her television shows, going home mainly to shower. On Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast, she described intense work as her choice, while acknowledging that tying self-worth to her career can be unhealthy.
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Jantar Mantar denotified : Suffrage to US anti-immigration, protest sites across the world
Delhi Police have withdrawn Jantar Mantar’s status as a protest site amid calls for Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign over alleged electoral-roll irregularities. The article describes how sites such as London’s Hyde Park and Trafalgar Square, New York’s Union Square, Washington’s Lafayette Square and Capitol Grounds, and Paris’s Place de la Bastille have hosted major campaigns
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Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar recommends dates, reetha and kulith for hair health
Rujuta Diwekar recommends fresh dates, reetha and horse gram soup for monsoon hair care. Dermatologist Shireen Furtado says these remedies may support nutrition and scalp cleanliness, but evidence they prevent hair loss or boost growth is limited. Hair health also depends on diet, scalp care, sleep, stress and medical conditions.
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Celina Jaitly recalls ‘begging’ husband for amicable separation: ‘Lara Dutta is witness’
Celina Jaitly marked one year since leaving Austria for Mumbai, accusing estranged husband Peter Haag of blocking an amicable separation, limiting her access to their children and finances, and seeking her premarital assets. She is pursuing joint custody and cited Lara Dutta and others as witnesses to her parenting.
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‘Don’t believe in engineering’: Kevin O’Leary says content creators are winning
As layoffs sweep across industries, artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the job market and the value of college degrees is debated, Kevin O’Leary has highlighted a skill he believes can command a lucrative income: content creation. The Canadian businessman made the remarks while responding to a photographer seeking advice on turning his side hustle into a full-time business.
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Ranji Trophy: Ayush Mhatre ruled out for 2 months after suffering hamstring tear
Mumbai vice-captain and opener Ayush Mhatre will miss nearly two months with a Grade 4 hamstring tear, suffered in the Ranji Trophy win over Chandigarh. He had recently returned after recovering from a similar injury. Mumbai won by an innings and 156 runs, with spinners Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian taking three wickets each.
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Railways to run New Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Special train: Check details
Indian Railways will run a reserved Vande Bharat festival special between New Delhi and Patna to handle seasonal demand. The 998-km service via Prayagraj takes about 13 hours, with AC Chair Car and Executive Chair Car seating and six intermediate stops. It will make 18 trips each way from October 2026; bookings will open soon through IRCTC and station reservation counters.
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Ranveer Brar ppens the doors to his home: Look inside his stylish, eclectic space
A vlog with Archana Puran Singh and her family offered a tour of chef-actor Ranveer Brar’s home, which he shares with his wife, son and parents. Its interiors combine an indoor swing, a book-and-vinyl library wall, a plant-filled balcony, family photographs, a children’s room and a devotional shrine.
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Selma Blair gets bail after JFK arrest,faces charges over assault of police officer, nurse
Selma Blair was taken into custody at JFK after an alleged disturbance on a Delta flight from Los Angeles, where reports say two attendants were injured. Her representative said a medical emergency led to the alleged conduct. Blair also faces separate assault charges over claims she kicked a police officer and a nurse after landing.
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Real Madrid Legends and Barcelona Legends set to play in Kolkata in November
Kolkata will host an exhibition match between Barcelona and Real Madrid legends on November 25, 2026, at Salt Lake Stadium, West Bengal sports minister Indranil Khan announced. The players have not yet been named. The city recently hosted India friendlies against Brazil and Uruguay.
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What is the ‘Muse Wonder’ model, and can it help Meta stay ahead in AI race?
Building on the momentum of its recently launched Muse AI personal agent, Meta on Monday, October 12, unveiled its most capable frontier AI models yet, designed to power personal and professional AI agents. Initially code-named ‘Watermelon’, the Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder-Full models deliver state-of-the-art performance on certain tasks.
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Why protein keeps you full for longer: ‘It may also prevent…’
Protein digests slowly and triggers gut-to-brain signals that increase fullness, including higher GLP-1 and PYY and lower ghrelin. About 20–30 grams per main meal may help, though needs vary by person. Whole foods such as eggs, dairy, fish, meat, beans and lentils—especially paired with fibre—can curb hunger and unnecessary snacking as part of a balanced diet.
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Rajinikanth had a nervous breakdown, was hospitalised: ‘I couldn’t cope with stardom’
Rajinikanth’s rapid rise after his 1975 debut came with intense pressure: working 10-15 films a year, he suffered a nervous breakdown and was reportedly hospitalised in 1981. He later reduced his workload and married Latha Rangachari. By the late 1980s, he was reportedly South India's highest-paid actor. His actioner Jailer 2, directed by Nelson, is scheduled for worldwide release on October 15.
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2027 ICC World Cup ticket ballot receives over 1.5 crore applications: ICC
The International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Tuesday that it has received over Over 1.5 crore ticket applications from 142 countries in the 12 days that its ticket ballot for the 2027 World Cup went live. The tournament will be played from October 2 to November 21 next year and will be hosted in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
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10 best countries in the world 2026: Greece leads, India ranks among the top 20
Greece topped Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, scoring 98.14. The survey drew thousands of responses between April and June, with ratings averaged on a five-point scale. Japan and Italy placed second and third. Costa Rica and Kenya entered the top 10 for the first time, while India ranked 17th with 92.11.
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Why Yami Gautam would choose husband Aditya Dhar over Brad Pitt
At a promotional event for her upcoming film Nayyi Navelli, Yami Gautam Dhar joked that her eyes would stay on husband Aditya Dhar—even if Brad Pitt were beside her—earning applause. Psychotherapist Delnna Rrajesh explains that attraction can persist in committed relationships; trust, respect and everyday care matter more than grand public declarations. Healthy commitment is a conscious choice.
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Karan Johar asks Salman Khan if he’s still a virgin on Koffee With Karan 9: ‘Control bro’
Karan Johar says the upcoming ninth season of *Koffee With Karan* will be the show’s last, with Salman Khan as its first guest. A teaser shows the pair joking about Salman’s past “I am a virgin” remark, the show’s finale and its iconic hamper. The season premieres October 14 on JioHotstar.
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Amid demand for Imran Khan’s deportation, partner explains what happened at protest
Lekha Washington said Mumbai Police detained her, Imran Khan, Zayn Marie and others at August Kranti Maidan on October 10, bruising her and Zayn while taking them to a vehicle and driving them around. She said they were seeking information about detained friends. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya called for Khan’s prosecution and deportation, alleging his participation violated OCI rules.
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Umar Khalid support cited as reason for Goa police denying protest permission
Goa police denied Cockroach Janata Party protesters permission to assemble at Panaji’s Azad Maidan, citing earlier alleged violations and a protester’s placard supporting Umar Khalid. Seven people were detained during Sunday’s demonstration demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, but the Bombay HC at Goa ordered their release, saying the detention may have been unauthorised.
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How Delhi winter can affect your cat’s health
Delhi’s winter cold, smog and reduced ventilation can affect cats, especially kittens, older, underweight or ill ones. Cold exposure may cause hypothermia, while pollution can trigger respiratory irritation or worsen asthma. Veterinarian Deepraj Prajapati advises providing warm bedding, water and a stable indoor temperature; using heaters safely and limiting outdoor access on highly polluted days.
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‘Raju Srivastav deserved to win The Great Indian Laughter Challenge’: Shekhar Suman
Shekhar Suman has made a career out of satire, but there was a phase in the 2000s when he served as a judge on a few comedy shows. The most notable of them was The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, where he judged five seasons, mostly alongside cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu, from 2005 till 2017 on Star Network.
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‘Moral conscience’, not pressure: MPSC chief on leave, says can’t speak for other members
MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar said he voluntarily took leave pending an inquiry into the Commission, denying political or external pressure. His decision followed the Maharashtra government’s acceptance of protesting aspirants’ demands, ending an 11-day Pune protest over alleged exam malpractice and paper leaks.
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2026 MAMA Awards nominees: BIGBANG, BTS, BLACKPINK and aespa lead nominations
With just over a month to go until the MAMA Awards 2026, CJ ENM, which organises the grand event, has unveiled the nominations. The MAMA Awards 2026 will see today’s chart-topping groups taking on legacy acts, with an impressive lineup of solo stars. South Korean boy band BIGBANG and its members lead this year’s race with a whopping eight nominations, while BTS follows close behind with seven.
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Rs 43-cr plan, years of public inconvenience: What went wrong at Patiala’s Heritage Street
Patiala has replaced the uneven cobblestones on a 2-km section of its stalled Heritage Street with a concrete road, easing travel and bringing customers back to local shops. The ₹43-crore project, launched in 2020, delivered little beyond cobblestones and unreliable antique-style lights; about ₹8 crore was spent before the remaining funds were returned.
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Pink ball should’ve been used for 1st South Africa vs Australia Test: Pollock
The International Cricket Council's (ICC) new rule of allowing a pink ball to be used for daytime Test matches should've been implemented in the ongoing first Test between South Africa and Australia, former all-rounder Shaun Pollock has said.
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India’s confidence at unprecedented high; reforms are conviction, not compulsion: PM Modi
In the global race for power, amid wars in different regions and global challenges, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday pitched India as a “steady pillar” moving forward with a mindset of “power to empower”, advancing together with everyone and carrying everyone along.
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Richa Chadha’s surveillance makeup hack goes viral amid anti-CEC protests
Richa Chadha shared a makeup tutorial advising protesters to disguise themselves from facial-recognition cameras amid demonstrations over alleged irregularities in electoral-roll revisions. She urged demonstrators to stay peaceful, hydrated and safe, and advised women to carry pepper spray.
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Delhi HC to hear Congress youth wing’s plea to protest against CEC at Jantar Mantar
The Delhi High Court will hear Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib’s challenge to police denying permission for a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar. The Centre says the case is moot because police have removed the site’s protest designation and named three alternatives. Chib’s lawyer disputes this, alleging the change should not defeat the challenge.
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Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte, who had cerebral palsy, dies at 34
Actor RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, died by suicide at 34 in Brownsville, Texas, according to his representative. His agency remembered him as an actor, philanthropist and disability rights advocate. Mitte had cerebral palsy, which he drew on for his role. A neurologist explains in detail how the condition affects movement and coordination, in different people