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Baba Siddique murder: On Sunday night, NCP leader Baba Siddique was laid to rest with full state honours in Maharashtra. The funeral saw Siddique’s son Zeeshan Siddique inconsolable at the funeral prayers on October 13.

The European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal.

The excitement for the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar series is growing with each passing day, with the fans eagerly waiting for some mouth-watering contests. Though Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah are two names everyone’s been talking about, there is one battle that fans are secretly awaiting, the one between Virat Kohli and Mitchell Starc.

Kriti Sanon and Kajol's Do Patti is a film that you should mark on your calendars. On Monday, the makers unveiled the movie's trailer and it will definitely take your excitement to the next level.

Teen climber Nima Rinji Sherpa received a hero's welcome upon his return to Nepal after becoming the youngest person to summit all 14 of the world’s 8,000-metre peaks. The 18-year-old mountaineer was greeted by cheering crowds in Kathmandu, celebrating his remarkable achievement in the mountaineering world. His record-breaking feat has brought pride to the nation, highlighting Nepal's longstanding connection to high-altitude climbing and its legendary Sherpa community. Nima’s accomplishment places him among the elite few who have conquered all of these challenging peaks.

New Delhi has issued a strong statement in response to claims made against the Indian diplomats. India's external affairs ministry slams canada's move to categorize the Indian High Commission and Indian diplomats. Watch to know more.

China ended a day of military drills around Taiwan on Monday in which it deployed fighter jets and warships in what Beijing said was a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces on the self-ruled island.

In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russian forces have reportedly launched glide bomb attacks on Ukrainian troops stationed in the Kursk region. These precision-guided bombs were deployed in a bid to weaken Ukrainian defensive positions and halt advances along the front lines. The use of glide bombs, known for their accuracy and destructive power, signals an escalation in Russia’s military tactics. Ukrainian officials are assessing the extent of the damage, while both sides continue to engage in intense fighting across the region as the war drags on.

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has praised T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav and head coach Gautam Gambhir after winning Player of the Series award in the recently-concluded 3-0 whitewash vs.

On Monday (Oct 14), England announced their playing XI for the second and penultimate Test versus Pakistan in Multan, with regular captain Ben Stokes making a comeback from a hamstring injury.

Australia has introduced a new 'Work and Holiday' visa program for Indian nationals, aimed at strengthening ties between the two countries and promoting cultural exchange. The program allows eligible young Indians to travel to Australia for up to one year, where they can work and holiday, providing opportunities for employment, tourism, and education. This initiative is part of broader efforts to enhance people-to-people connections and support the growing demand for skilled workers in Australia. The program also reflects Australia's commitment to fostering stronger bilateral relations with India.

Christopher Columbus is a name that changed the world, he opened the door to a new continent but his own story remained a mystery until now. For over 500 years historians have argued about his origins, a team of researchers have finally cracked the code. Watch this report to know more.

On Sunday (Oct 13), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) didn't name Babar Azam in the squad for the second and third Tests between Pakistan and England at home. Along with him, the board did not include Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah for the remainder of the England series.

Air India flight AI119 from Mumbai to New York was diverted to New Delhi following a security concern arising out of a bomb threat, the news agency ANI reported on Monday (Oct 14) citing the Delhi Police.

A new study in the US has found an "absolutely wild" number of viruses living on shower heads and toothbrushes. Some of the detected microorganisms are new to science.

Demi Lovato's beau and fiancé Jutes recently shared how he proposed to the singer. During a candid appearance on The Viall Files podcast, Jordan Lutes recalled the emotional moment when he asked Lovato to marry him in 2023.

Cardi B had a crazy 32nd birthday celebration on Saturday. The rapper threw a party and shared the fun moments from the birthday bash with her fans on Instagram.

Elon Musk, the eccentric billionaire who purchased Twitter (now renamed as X) for $44 million because he was bored — according to a biography on Musk by Walter Isaacson — has a place in the Donald Trump administration, if the Republican wins.

North Korea has issued a warning of potential military retaliation in response to what it claims was a drone attack from South Korea. Pyongyang alleges that South Korean drones entered its airspace, escalating tensions on the already volatile Korean Peninsula. While South Korea has not confirmed any such incursion, North Korea's leadership has condemned the alleged breach, threatening to take decisive military measures. This incident adds to the ongoing friction between the two nations, raising concerns about further escalation in the region.