Smriti's Wicket Was the Turning Point: Kaur Laments After India's Narrow Defeat to England

Smriti's Wicket Was the Turning Point: Kaur Laments After India's Narrow Defeat to England

Delhi, 20 October (H.S.): Following India’s heart-wrenching four-run loss to England in a Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 league match on Sunday, Captain Harmanpreet Kaur pointed to the dismissal of vice-captain Smriti Mandhana as the critical turning point that cost her team the game. The tense encounter took place at Indore’s Holkar Stadium. Chasing a…

China Reports 5.2% GDP Growth Amid Persistent Global Headwinds

China Reports 5.2% GDP Growth Amid Persistent Global Headwinds

BEIJING, 20 October (H.S.): China’s economy demonstrated resilient growth in the first three quarters of the year, expanding by 5.2% year-on-year, though officials cautioned on Monday that significant external challenges remain. The growth in the third quarter (July-September) was recorded at 4.8%.According to official data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and reported…

PM Modi urges ‘Vocal for Local’ push this Diwali, shares festive video

PM Modi urges ‘Vocal for Local’ push this Diwali, shares festive video

PM Modi urges ‘Vocal for Local’ push this Diwali, shares festive video New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on Indians to celebrate the festive season by embracing ‘Swadeshi’ products, emphasising national pride in local craftsmanship and innovation. Sharing a post on late Saturday on X, PM Modi urged the nation’s…

Netanyahu Government Renames Gaza Conflict 'War of Revival,' Sparking Fierce Backlash

Netanyahu Government Renames Gaza Conflict 'War of Revival,' Sparking Fierce Backlash

JERUSALEM, 20 October (H.S.): On Sunday, the 745th day of the Israel-Hamas war, the Israeli government officially renamed the conflict The War of Revival, a move proposed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that has drawn significant controversy and criticism. The cabinet overwhelmingly approved the new name, which replaces Swords of Iron, the designation given by…

One killed as crackers parcel explode in Andhra Pradesh’s Parvathipuram

One killed as crackers parcel explode in Andhra Pradesh’s Parvathipuram

One killed as crackers parcel explode in Andhra Pradesh’s Parvathipuram Visakhapatnam, Oct 20 (IANS) One person was killed and five others injured due to the explosion of a crackers’ parcel in Parvathipuram town of Andhra Pradesh on Sunday. Six porters were injured in the explosion at the ANL courier parcel point located in the APSRTC…

Maguire's Late Header Secures Dramatic Win for Man Utd at Anfield

Maguire's Late Header Secures Dramatic Win for Man Utd at Anfield

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND, 20 October (H.S.): Harry Maguire’s late header sealed a dramatic 2-1 victory for Manchester United against Liverpool on Sunday, ending an almost decade-long winless streak at Anfield and handing the hosts their fourth consecutive defeat. United stunned the home crowd by taking the lead just 63 seconds into the match through Bryan Mbeumo,…

BLA Kills Three Military Officers in Coordinated Attacks Across Balochistan

BLA Kills Three Military Officers in Coordinated Attacks Across Balochistan

QUETTA, Balochistan, 20 October (H.S.): The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a series of coordinated attacks in Mastung, Balghatar, and Sorab that resulted in the deaths of three Pakistani military officers. The separatist group also seized weapons and set fire to heavy machinery in the operations.In a separate incident of violence on…

Karnataka extends caste census to Oct 31, teachers relieved from enumeration duties

Karnataka extends caste census to Oct 31, teachers relieved from enumeration duties

Karnataka extends caste census to Oct 31, teachers relieved from enumeration duties Bengaluru, Oct 20 (IANS) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar confirmed on Sunday that the state government has extended the ongoing Social and Educational Survey — commonly known as the ‘caste census’ — until October 31. The survey, spearheaded by the Karnataka…

Cricket World Bids Farewell to Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird

Cricket World Bids Farewell to Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird

BARNSLEY, ENGLAND, 20 October (H.S.): Cricketing luminaries, including Sir Geoffrey Boycott and Michael Vaughan, gathered on Sunday to pay their final respects to legendary umpire Harold Dickie Bird at his funeral in his hometown of Barnsley. Bird, a beloved and iconic figure in the sport, passed away peacefully at home on September 22 at the…

Two Dead as Dubai Cargo Plane Crashes at Hong Kong Airport

Two Dead as Dubai Cargo Plane Crashes at Hong Kong Airport

HONG KONG, 20 October (H.S.): An Emirates cargo plane arriving from Dubai crashed while landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday morning, resulting in the deaths of two ground crew members. All four members of the flight crew were rescued and transported to the hospital.The incident occurred at approximately 3:50 AM when flight EK9788,…