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South Africa's batting coach JP Duminy made an unexpected appearance as a substitute fielder during the third ODI against Ireland in Abu Dhabi due to the intense heat affecting regular players. Ireland, with strong performances from Paul Stirling and others, posted a solid 284/9, but South Africa's bowlers managed crucial breakthroughs.

Authorities dismantled an illegal structure built by Baba Chaitanya Akash near Devi Kund in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve after a strenuous two-day trek. The unauthorized construction sparked local outrage over environmental concerns, prompting a swift response from officials to uphold ecological protections.

Jey Uso defends the Intercontinental Championship against Xavier Woods on WWE's Monday Night Raw. Woods, supported by Kofi Kingston, aims for a title victory amid New Day tensions. The event also features GUNTHER vs. Sami Zayn and a Donnybrook Match, marking Raw's two-hour return.

A 23-year-old auto mechanic, Asif Shah, was arrested in Bareilly for making anti-India comments and praising Pakistan in a viral video. Friends of Shah recorded and posted the video online. Complaints by two individuals led to an FIR and Shah's subsequent detention. He has no prior criminal record.

Durga Puja is a significant Hindu festival celebrated in Ashvin, commemorating Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura. Prominently held in West Bengal, the festival features elaborate idols and cultural events like 'pandal-hopping' and traditional drum performances. The festival embodies devotion, craftsmanship, and the spirit of overcoming evil with blessings from the divine mother.

The draft report for the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code has been finalised and awaits approval from Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The UCC, set to be implemented by November 9, includes laws on marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships, marking Uttarakhand as the first state to adopt it. ​​Uttarakhand will become the first state in the country to implement the UCC Act.​​​

The CBI uncovered a NEET UG paper leak scam involving 144 candidates who paid for access to leaked papers using a sophisticated tool kit. Legal action is underway, and 21 mobile phones have been recovered. The crime involved key accused, including Pankaj Kumar and school officials, and 49 individuals have been arrested.

In Sindh province, a Pakistani girl was arrested after allegedly poisoning her family, leading to the deaths of 13 relatives, including her parents. The girl, motivated by her family's refusal to let her marry her chosen partner, reportedly conspired with her boyfriend to mix poison in the food. ​​The authorities are currently probing the matter further to determine the full extent of the girl's involvement in this shocking crime.

The BJP accuses former Bihar deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav of stealing furniture, including beds, taps, and sofas, from his government bungalow. In response, RJD dismisses the claims as false and demands the government release itemized lists to verify the allegations.

King Charles now includes half an avocado in his lunch after being advised by doctors and Queen Camilla, especially since his cancer diagnosis. Previously, he used to skip lunch due to his busy schedule. He and Queen Camilla will soon embark on a royal tour of Australia suspending his cancer treatment for 11 days which has been permitted by his doctors.

India's Arundhati Reddy has been reprimanded for giving a fiery send-off to Pakistan's Nida Dar during the Women’s T20 World Cup in Dubai. Found breaching ICC's Article 2.5, Reddy received a formal reprimand and one demerit point. She admitted to the offence, avoiding a formal hearing, with the charge levelled by multiple umpires.

Get ready for the latest entertainment highlights! Anushka Sharma playfully teased Virat Kohli with her healthy Navratri meal, while Akshay Kumar apologized for missing the Singham Again trailer launch, sending a heartfelt message. Arbaaz Khan humorously reacted to a fan's marriage proposal for Salman Khan. Director Amar Kaushik addressed fan theories about Shraddha Kapoor's character in Stree 2. Lastly, filmmaker Anees Bazmee shared challenges he faced while directing Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, including a leg injury.

AIMIM president Owaisi criticized RSS chief Bhagwat's call for Hindu unity, alleging PM Modi and Bhagwat are dangers to all communities in India. Union minister Giriraj Singh defended the RSS chief, accusing Owaisi of harboring anti-India sentiments. The dispute highlights deep political and ideological divides, with Owaisi urging Modi to intervene in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar, regarded as the greatest batsman, faced significant challenges in the nervous nineties, being dismissed 28 times just shy of a century. Despite this, he holds records for both Test and ODI centuries. His consistent near-misses highlight his technical prowess, underlining his extraordinary career in international cricket.

To ease passenger travel during Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja, Indian Railways will run 6,556 special trains from October 1 to November 30, supplementing with 12,500 extra coaches. This marks an increase from last year’s 4,429 special trains. Central Railways announced 278 special trains for Diwali and Chhath via NTES App.

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah expresses his willingness to form a government in Jammu and Kashmir with support from Mehbooba Mufti's PDP if necessary, emphasizing collaboration for the state's development, addressing unemployment, and restoring press freedom, while asserting mutual efforts for citizens' welfare.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announces strict penalties for derogatory remarks against any religion amid controversy over Yati Narsinghanand's comments on Prophet Muhammad. Adityanath emphasizes the law, order, respect among communities, and warns against protests disrupting harmony.

Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar, 31, retires, citing it as the right time. Known for overcoming early challenges, she performed the Produnova Vault at the Rio Olympics, earning significant acclaim. Her achievements include a bronze at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and a gold at the FIG World Challenge Cup in 2018. Gratitude extended to coaches and supporters.

Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs' star tight end, showcases a $100,000 sneaker collection driven by personal nostalgia and cultural significance. Iconic items like the Nike Air Mag "Back to the Future" and Air Jordan 1 Retro, among others, reflect his deep-rooted passion for sneaker culture.

Shark Tank India's fourth season welcomes Kunal Bahl, co-founder of Snapdeal, while viewers question the absence of Vineeta Singh and Amit Jain in the promo. Former sharks like Deepinder Goyal and Ashneer Grover are also missing, with Goyal attributing it to a Swiggy sponsorship deal.