Virat Kohli returns to the Indian jersey for the first ODI against Australia in Perth, marking his first appearance since the Champions Trophy. Despite facing fan taunts with a stern gaze, his coach asserts he has nothing left to prove, highlighting his immense contribution and preparedness for the series.
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Australia secured a seven-wicket victory over India in a rain-shortened Perth ODI. India posted 136/9 in 26 overs. Australia, set a revised target of 131, reached it with nearly five overs to spare. Mitch Marsh led the chase with an unbeaten 46. This loss ends India's eight-match ODI winning streak in 2025.
Indian Railways has deployed over 12,075 special trains to manage the festive season rush, particularly around Diwali and Chhath Puja. These services, a 56% increase from last year, aim to ensure safe and timely travel for over 30 lakh passengers, with enhanced amenities at major stations.
Electric vehicle adoption in India is accelerating, with sales nearly doubling in the first half of FY26 compared to the previous year. EVs now represent around 5% of total passenger vehicle sales, up from 2.6%. Major players like JSW MG Motor and Tata Motors are leading this surge, with luxury brands also reporting significant growth in their green car offerings.
Former chief selector Ajit Agarkar cited fitness concerns for Mohammed Shami's exclusion from the England series and the recent Australia ODI tour. Shami, however, expressed his readiness to play, stating his participation in domestic matches indicates his fitness. Agarkar indicated that Shami's availability for future tours depends on his fitness over the next two months.
India's Kabaddi team dominated Pakistan 81-26 at the Asian Youth Games, continuing a trend of silent protest. Indian captain Ishant Rathee notably declined a pre-game handshake, mirroring similar gestures by Indian cricketers. This victory, following earlier wins, solidifies India's top standing in the debut Kabaddi event, with finals on October 23rd.
An RBI economist has accused SBI of plagiarizing its Monetary Policy Reports in recent Ecowrap publications. The SBI team has dismissed the allegations, asserting their research methodology is distinct and original.
On a golden Sydney evening, two men who have defined Indian cricket for over a decade found themselves writing the perfect epilogue. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma — both long retired from Tests and T20Is — walked out one last time in blue on Australian soil. The result wasn’t just a win; it was a resurrection — a poetic reminder that their story, even now, isn’t done.
A 40-year-old man allegedly stabbed his 60-year-old mother 16 times at her Chandigarh residence on Diwali morning. The accused, reportedly mentally disturbed, fled the scene but was apprehended in Sonipat with the murder weapon. Police are investigating the incident further.
A 27-year-old woman from Bengal was allegedly gang-raped and robbed at her Bengaluru residence on Tuesday night. Five individuals reportedly entered her home, sexually assaulted her, and fled with cash and mobile phones. Police have arrested three suspects and are actively searching for the remaining two. The survivor is reported to be out of danger.
Seven US lawmakers have urged President Trump to withdraw the proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee and introduce reforms promoting fairer, more efficient immigration. Their proposals include stronger oversight of outsourcing firms, easier visa portability, updated wage tiers, and a balanced fee system — measures that could reshape opportunities for Indian professionals and boost America’s innovation economy.