Times of India

Israel announced on Monday that it had conducted an airstrike killing Suhail Hussein Husseini, Hezbollah's headquarters commander. He played a crucial role in managing logistics, budget, and weapons transfers between Iran and Hezbollah, as well as overseeing the group’s military operations and precision-guided missile development.

India's women's cricket team faces a challenging path in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup after a heavy loss to New Zealand and a win against Pakistan. Their chances of advancing depend on the outcome of the New Zealand-Australia match, necessitating wins in their remaining games to better their net run rate and secure a semifinal spot.

In the closely contested Haryana assembly elections, early trends show BJP and Congress neck and neck, with BJP slightly leading. The Congress is poised for a comeback, focusing on unemployment and agrarian distress. Notably, Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Vinesh Phogat are leading in their respective constituencies.

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's participation in the 1990s Hong Kong Cricket Sixes highlighted the tournament's popularity. After a seven-year hiatus, the event returns this November, with Team India joining the 20th edition, promising an exciting display of quick, high-scoring cricket.

Indian hockey midfielder Hardik Singh humorously questioned the quality of his Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medal, doubting its composition. Hardik expressed disappointment during a podcast appearance. He also highlighted the recognition issues faced by athletes in India, sharing an incident where his team was overlooked in favor of a social media personality.

Indian cricketer Axar Patel announced his wife Meha's pregnancy through an Instagram video, garnering many congratulatory messages. The couple, who married in January 2023, joyfully prepares for their first child. Axar has been rested from the T20I series against Bangladesh, allowing him to spend time with his family.

Fatima, 22, marries a man nearly thrice her age to fund her grandmother's hospital stay and her sister's education. Meanwhile, Justice Lokur's inquiry commission on power deals faces uncertainties, with its term set to end on October 31 without clear progress.

Sanju Samson, aiming for a permanent spot in the Indian cricket team, opened against Bangladesh in the T20I series under new leadership. Despite a promising start, he was dismissed for 29 runs. Aakash Chopra stressed the need for consistency to avoid being dropped, praising Samson's elegant shot-making but urging him to capitalize on opportunities.

The Centre has begun selling tomatoes at Rs 65 per kg in 50 locations across New Delhi to address a price surge ahead of the festive season, driven by monsoon rains and humidity affecting production in major states. This intervention might soon extend to other cities.

Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh's cricket icon, might fulfill his wish to play his farewell Test at home as top officials show support. Youth and Sports advisor Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain endorsed this, promising top-notch security for Shakib. Despite his political challenges, the Bangladesh Cricket Board aims to include him in the Test series against South Africa.

Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya dedicates time to his son Agastya after separating from Natasa Stankovic, sharing heartwarming moments on social media. Currently part of India's T20I squad against Bangladesh, Pandya's impressive performance includes an unbeaten 39-run knock that led India to victory in the first match.

India will address concerns about increased silver imports from the UAE during a joint meeting next week. Both countries are also working on inter-linking national payment platforms and setting up a $2 billion food corridor. UAE investments in India could touch $100 billion across various sectors, including infrastructure and manufacturing.

Close to 50 companies, including major players like TCS, Tech Mahindra, and L&T, have offered over 13,000 internships through the PM Internship scheme portal. Around 200 companies have registered so far, aiming to bridge the skills gap by targeting over 1.2 lakh internships this financial year. Opportunities span various sectors, and internships are focused on unemployed youth aged 21-24.

The government is planning to expand the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) to cover treatments for Alzheimer's, dementia, heart failure, and other illnesses affecting seniors. This move aims to benefit around six crore individuals aged 70 and above, providing them with timely and affordable healthcare under specialized packages.

The DGCA has recommended precautionary measures for Boeing 737 aircraft with Collins Aerospace rudders due to potential risks of rudder jamming, highlighted by a US investigation. Indian carriers like Air India Express, Akasa, and SpiceJet will halt low visibility landings and provide specialized rudder control training for pilots. Boeing is working on additional guidance for the issue.