Times of India

Nitish Kumar Reddy's explosive 74, supported by Rinku Singh's fierce 53, led India to a dominating 86-run victory over Bangladesh in the second T20I. India's bowlers restricted Bangladesh to 135 for 9, securing an unassailable 2-0 series lead with exceptional all-round performance.

Pakistani border troops clashed with Afghan Taliban fighters after an attack on a border post, resulting in significant Taliban casualties. The incident, part of ongoing tensions, happened during fence repair work along the Naushki-Ghazni sector. Recent unprovoked aggression from the Afghan side has strained the hopes of improved relations following the Taliban’s rise to power in 2021.

The Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Virology has developed a rapid monkeypox test kit using LAMP technology. Set to be commercially available within a month, the kit promises 100% sensitivity and specificity, delivering results in just an hour at a cost between Rs 350 and Rs 400, significantly reducing testing costs and time.

Kamala Harris embarked on a media blitz, appearing on several shows to humanize her image and connect with voters. She received a warm reception despite criticism from Trump supporters. Highlights include sharing personal stories and interests, such as caring for her mother and being a fan of Formula One racing.

India's Radha Yadav stunned the crowd in the Women's T20 World Cup Group A game in Dubai with a spectacular catch to dismiss Sri Lanka's Vishmi Gunaratne for a duck. Earlier, opener Smriti Mandhana and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur's impressive half-centuries led India to a formidable total of 172 for three.

A district court in Kasganj has sentenced Mahipal Singh to life imprisonment for murdering his five-year-old daughter, Somvati, in 2018. Seeing her as a burden, Singh forced her into a sack and set her ablaze. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000.

Meteorologist John Morales choked up while reporting the impending impact of Hurricane Milton on Tampa Bay, already classified as a severe Category 5 storm. Florida governor DeSantis and VP Kamala Harris are embroiled in political tussles over relief efforts, while climate change remains largely unaddressed amidst the crisis.

During an appearance on the Flagrant Podcast, Donald Trump spoke highly of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a "friend" and praising his leadership as stabilising India. Trump described Modi as a "killer" in political dealings despite his calm exterior. Reflecting on the 2019 Howdy Modi event in Houston, Trump recalled the large turnout and their shared resolve during crises. He also noted that when India was threatened, Modi would adopt a determined stance, assuring Trump that he would "do anything necessary" to defend the country.

The US government is considering legal action to compel Google to divest assets like Chrome and Android, accusing it of maintaining an illegal monopoly in search. Proposals could bar Google from pre-installation payments and ensure competitors' access to data, potentially reshaping online information access.

Sanju Samson's inconsistent performance remains a contentious issue, with fans and critics vocalizing their concerns after his recent failures against Bangladesh. Former opener Aakash Chopra stressed the importance of consistency for Samson to cement his spot in the Indian T20I team.

On October 8th, 2024, Italian Minister Matteo Piantedosi ordered the deportation of Bologna-based imam Zulfiqar Khan, citing his growing radicalism, anti-Western and antisemitic rhetoric, and support for Hamas. Khan had been in Italy since 1995, but his residence permit was revoked. Authorities linked him to Islamist extremists and accused him of promoting hate speech, homophobia, and violence against non-Muslims. The move signalled Italy’s firm stance against terrorism and extremism, especially following the October 7th massacre. Khan's deportation coincided with US sanctions on another Italy-based imam, Mohammad Hannoun, for his Hamas ties.

The Congress party submitted complaints to the Election Commission of India regarding alleged discrepancies in 20 assembly constituencies during Haryana elections. Bhupinder Hooda and Pawan Khera cited irregularities in vote counting and machine functionality as reasons for their concerns, seeking a thorough investigation. Congress leader Pawan Khera said that the Election Commission officials' reaction was "as usual a good smile and a good cup of tea but we need more".

Kolkata police halted junior doctors' 'Abhaya Parikrama' rally intended to raise awareness about their demands during Durga Puja. Seven junior doctors have been on hunger strike for the past four days. The protests follow the rape murder of a medic and include demands for justice, administrative accountability, and systemic improvements in healthcare services.

Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes Omar Abdullah's potential leadership as the weakest CM if elected in J&K, questioning the role of the CM under current nomination rules. He opposes the abolition of Article 370, while Omar Abdullah calls for the restoration of statehood as a promise to be fulfilled.

During the Natwest Series in 2002, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag was punched by his coach John Wright for playing lofted shots while underperforming. Ganguly recounted the tense dressing room atmosphere and assured Sehwag on the bus. Sehwag’s casual acceptance of the incident highlighted the unique dynamics within the team.

The chief minister's office has accused Delhi lieutenant governor V K Saxena of removing Delhi CM Atishi's belongings from the official residence, allegedly to allocate it to a BJP leader. Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva criticized Arvind Kejriwal's handling of his former residence and questioned the need for the move.

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy supports Congress's claims of EVM rigging, advocating for a return to paper ballots to ensure election transparency. Referring to the unexpected Haryana assembly election results, Reddy draws parallels with Andhra Pradesh, calling for confidence in democratic processes by adopting the paper ballot used in developed countries. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the Congress has been made to lose but it "has not lost".

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin's comments on the Netflix docuseries "Mr. McMahon" have incited debate within the wrestling community after he dismissed the belief in CTE. Fellow WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi reflects on the past era's pressures to ignore injuries and keep performing, highlighting the stark contrast with today's heightened awareness of head injuries.

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, popularly known as Munna bhai, has married his third wife Manyata Dutt for the fourth time. The couple renewed their vows during a puja ceremony at their renovated home. Sanjay Dutt was last seen in the movie ‘Ghudchadi,’ available on Jiocinema.