Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Friday after days of strong rallying. While Nifty50 was below 25,550, BSE Sensex was down over 100 points.
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BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed Mohammed Shami's criticism regarding his exclusion from the Australia white-ball tour. Agarkar stated that Shami's fitness was the primary concern, citing his inability to participate in the England tour. He emphasised that Shami's availability for the Ranji Trophy would be monitored, and if fit, he remains a valuable asset.
Southern and eastern India are bracing for a week of intense rainfall and thunderstorms, with the IMD predicting widespread showers and heavy downpours through October 26. Northeast monsoon activity is surging, prompting flash flood warnings for several districts in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. Residents are urged to exercise caution.
Suryakumar Yadav, fresh off leading India to the Asia Cup title, revealed his past aspirations for ODI captaincy. He believes a stronger ODI performance could have opened doors, and despite Shubman Gill now leading in ODIs, Surya hasn't entirely given up on the dream. He's set to captain India in an upcoming T20I series against Australia.
Pakistan Cricket Board confirms a three-nation T20I tournament will proceed in Lahore from November 17-29, despite Afghanistan's withdrawal. Discussions are underway to secure a replacement team, with Sri Lanka already confirmed as a participant. The PCB is considering associate nations but prioritizes a Test-playing country.
Banks in several Indian states are closed today, October 23, in observance of Bhai Dooj and other regional festivals. This follows a series of bank holidays throughout October. While in-person banking services may be affected, customers can still utilize online banking, ATMs, and mobile apps for transactions.
Rohit Sharma's recent ODI batting in Australia showcases a return to his watchful, yet explosive, style seen in 2019. After prioritizing impact as captain, he's now embracing a senior role, focusing on grinding out innings and waiting for attacking opportunities. This strategic shift, coupled with improved fitness, has yielded positive results.
Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1' continues its impressive box office run, nearing Rs 550 crore. Despite strong performance, the film was outperformed on Tuesday by the new Diwali release, 'Thamma', which garnered over Rs 13 crore on its opening day.
US officials indicated progress in finalizing details of a trade agreement with China, following recent talks in Malaysia. The discussions aimed to de-escalate a costly tariff dispute, with both nations seeking a resolution. This development comes amid heightened tensions and threats of further tariffs.
Internet sensation MrBeast, also known as Jimmy Donaldson, has ignited a frenzy with a picture alongside Bollywood titans Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan in Saudi Arabia. His cryptic caption, "Hey India, should we all do something together?", has fans buzzing with speculation about a massive upcoming collaboration, potentially uniting global and Indian entertainment.
A tragic collision in California, which involved a truck driver identified as an undocumented immigrant from India, has ignited a White House inquiry into the commercial licensing process. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the driver’s licensing, highlighting concerns over undocumented individuals acquiring such permits. This incident has reignited discussions on the intersection of immigration policy and roadway safety regulations.