Times of India

Mitchell Santner's exceptional bowling led New Zealand to their first-ever Test series win in India with a 113-run victory in Pune. Santner's standout 7-53 spell in the first innings set the stage for the triumph, marking India's first home series defeat since 2012. India and New Zealand will now head to Mumbai for the third and final Test, beginning November 1, at the Wankhede Stadium.

In a remarkable week for New Zealand cricket, the Black Caps secured their first-ever Test series win in India, ending a 36-year winless streak, while the White Ferns claimed their maiden ICC Women's T20 World Cup title in Dubai. These unprecedented victories have thrust New Zealand cricket into unprecedented global prominence.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is hopeful for Trump’s return to the presidency, expecting beneficial policies for Israel despite Trump's mixed messages. Analysts suggest a Trump victory would provide Netanyahu greater freedom, contrasting Biden's more critical stance. Meanwhile, Palestinians remain skeptical of both candidates.

Delhi's air quality worsened significantly, with AQI hitting 'very poor' and 'severe' levels at various locations. Residents report breathing difficulties, while government measures appear ineffective. Amid rising pollution, the Delhi government has banned firecrackers until January. Political tensions escalate over pollution management, with BJP and AAP trading accusations over the deteriorating situation and public health impact.

As the US presidential elections near, Donald Trump accuses Kamala Harris of being incapable of leadership and argues she would lead the US into World War III. Meanwhile, Michelle Obama defends Harris, criticizing a double standard in scrutiny and highlighting Trump's past behavior and legal issues.

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali believes that India's overconfidence led to their first home series loss in 12 years against New Zealand. He criticized India's batting and bowling performances while highlighting the absence of Mohammed Shami for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, predicting difficulties for India's fast bowling attack in Australia.

Donald Trump claims that Google CEO Sundar Pichai called him to praise his visit to McDonald's, labeling it a significant event. Trump has made similar claims about calls from Apple’s Tim Cook and META’s Mark Zuckerberg, though these figures haven't confirmed such interactions. Trump's supporters believe these claims indicate his potential election success.

Indian Army's Romeo Force and the Special Operations Group police uncovered a terrorist hideout in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, seizing grenades and Pakistani mines. Security efforts are heightened to find those behind recent attacks in the region. Meanwhile, Counter-Intelligence Kashmir dismantled a recruitment module of Tehreek Labaik Ya Muslim, connected to Lashkar-e-Taiba, across six districts.

A gym trainer was arrested by Kotwali police for abducting and killing a businessman's wife four months ago. The victim, who trained at the accused's gym, had a heated argument with him before being murdered. Her remains were discovered buried at the Officers Club following the trainer's admission and police investigation.

New Zealand achieved their first-ever Test series win in India by defeating the hosts by 113 runs in Pune. Glenn Phillips highlighted the challenge of competing in India and credited the IPL for his adaptation. Mitchell Santner's exceptional bowling performance was pivotal in the victory. Phillips represents Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL.

Ten people, including two con artists and a Hyderabad-based YouTuber who staged a 'fake shooting' to expose the gang, were arrested in Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. The con artists duped victims by selling fake gold. The YouTuber orchestrated the incident to reveal the scam, using fake pistols and scheduled a meeting with the culprits.

Former PCB chairman Ramiz Raja faced backlash for taunting Pakistan captain Shan Masood with inappropriate questions after their series win over England. Ramiz's remarks overshadowed Pakistan's comeback victory, leading former cricketers and fans to criticize his lack of professionalism. Mohammad Amir also condemned Ramiz's behavior, urging him to show respect and acknowledge the team's achievements.

Elon Musk allegedly worked illegally in the US during the 1990s while developing his startup, Zip2. He came to Palo Alto in 1995 but did not enroll at Stanford University, potentially violating student work authorization requirements. Musk has not commented on the claims.

With severe air quality days looming, the Centre has urged Punjab and Haryana to utilize all resources to manage stubble burning. Despite a reduction in burning episodes, concerns remain. Financial support and crop residue management strategies are emphasized. Efforts to curb firecrackers during Diwali were also discussed to improve air quality.

New Zealand stunned India with a remarkable 113-run victory in the second Test in Pune, despite missing their star batsman Kane Williamson. Mitchell Santner’s career-best haul of 13-157 and strategic on-field flexibility secured this historic win, ending India's 12-year unbeaten streak at home and impacting their World Test Championship final aspirations.

In a real-life imitation of the movie 'Special 26', seven imposters posing as ED officers raided a businessman's house in Delhi, demanding Rs 5 crore over alleged cash withdrawals. They held him overnight, but fled when the victim's lawyer asked for ID verification at the bank, alerting authorities.

Former cricketer Anil Kumble expressed disappointment over India's loss to New Zealand in the second Test, attributing it to poor batting. With New Zealand winning their first series in India and leading 2-0, the focus shifts to the final Test in Mumbai. Kumble emphasized the importance of the remaining matches for India's World Test Championship aspirations.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes the need for sovereign ratings to properly reflect the economic realities of emerging markets to lower their capital costs. She calls for credit rating agencies to improve their methodologies and highlights the importance of IMF governance reforms amidst global economic challenges.

New Zealand's cricket team, under Tom Latham's leadership, achieved a landmark 2-0 Test series win against India, breaking their 18-series unbeaten home streak. Latham credited their aggressive strategy and pivotal toss wins as key factors, alongside impressive performances from their bowlers, especially in Bangalore. The series is set to conclude with the third and final Test at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, scheduled from November 1 to 5.

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