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Saurav Ghosal is watching his first Asian Games without a racquet in hand since 2002, but India's former squash star believes the country's medal hopes have never been clearer. As mentor to Anahat Singh, Ghosal discusses handling expectations, the significance of Olympic qualification, and why medals -- not promise -- must define India's squash campaign in Aichi-Nagoya.

Union minister Giriraj Singh recently graced the opening of a KFC outlet in Begusarai, stirring up a frenzy on social media. This event brought back his controversial remarks suggesting Hindus should choose only jhatka meat and steer clear of halal options. This reopening has reignited the debate surrounding his dietary suggestions and the implications for cultural dining.

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala says ‘legal prerequisites,’ and not politics as alleged by CPI(M), shaped UDF government’s decision, citing Supreme Court judgments on ED’s sharing of information with law enforcement agencies

A video shows a man riding a two-wheeler with seven children. Six children were packed into a metal basket attached to the rear. Another child sat in front of the rider, who wore a helmet. None of the children appeared to be wearing any protective gear. The incident has sparked concern over road safety practices.

In Mumbai's spot market on Monday, gold was trading at Rs 1.57 lakh per 10 grams, including 3% goods and services tax. This was around 60% higher than the Rs 98,000 per 10 grams recorded on Ganesh Chaturthi last year, which fell on August 28.

Principal Sessions Judge K.K. Balakrishnan, who reserved the order on the plea on September 15, dismissed it on the ground that it was not a fit case for in-camera trial

In a nail-biting finish, India clinched a historic T20 International victory against Japan by a narrow margin of just two runs. Although facing challenges from Japan's spin bowlers, India's own spinners made a remarkable comeback, ultimately securing the team's 200th win in men's T20 cricket. This match showcased the resilience and strategic prowess of both sides, making it a memorable encounter.

Allegations of a headmaster's inappropriate actions have surfaced at a Nawada government school. These incidents follow a Class X student's alleged molestation in Jamui. Girls reported the headmaster entered their washroom and touched them inappropriately. The headmaster was arrested under the POCSO Act after protests by students and parents. These events highlight serious concerns regarding the safety of minor girls in Bihar.

The Deputy Chief Minister admits his absence from the constituency, says elected representatives are less proactive than before and wants the NDA alliance to stay strong without hurting the respect due to his party

India's DRDO seeks industry partners for its 30kW counter-drone laser weapon. Final trials concluded in August 2025, demonstrating the technology's readiness. This system targets drone swarms and surveillance sensors up to five kilometers. Smaller laser systems are already in production and ordered by the military. This initiative enhances India's layered air defence architecture against evolving threats.

The record on the right-hand doorway pillar of the ruined Siva temple on Rudrapada Sikharam grants four ‘putlu’ of wetland to gurus associated with Tapanacharyulu, the ASI’s epigraphy chief says

CPI(M) leader P. Rajeeve alleges that UDF Ministers have signalled to the electorate that ordinary citizens without resources are at a disadvantage compared with the moneyed elite, who dole out freebies and fund foreign jaunts for ‘power centres and authority figures’

Farmers in parts of Haveri district have been harvesting around 20 quintals per acre by adopting ‘Guli Ragi’ method, as compared to 15 quintals by the traditional method

India's latest health survey shows below-normal BMI is not decreasing while overweight and obesity are rising. Women's normal BMI range fell significantly, and men's share also shrank considerably. Below-normal BMI increased in many states, and overweight or obesity rose even more widely. Urban areas show higher rates of both underweight and overweight conditions for men and women.

India secured their first gold medal at the Asian Games 2026. Harmanpreet Kaur's team defeated Sri Lanka in the women's cricket final. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma provided a strong opening partnership. Richa Ghosh's quick cameo propelled India to a formidable total. This victory marked India's seventh medal overall in the competition.

The image of a batch of wall-mounted fans arriving at the campus as part of ‘renovation work’ has gone viral on social media.

Denies the charge of having instructed or approved DMK IT Wing’s X post, which reportedly claimed that a narcotic drugs case accused John Britto was Minister Aadhav Arjuna’s relative

According to officials, CCTV cameras inside the examination hall captured Wakode's movements before a professor approached him and led him away from other students after he was allegedly caught copying

Nitin Nabin is scheduled to meet former BJP MPs, former legislators and former members of the Legislative Council from western UP to take feedback on the political and electoral situation, former MP Raghav Lakhan Pal Sharma said