Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed new Chief of Air Force, replacing Amar Preet Singh

BCCI invites application for one position in men's selection committee after Ajit Agarkar's exit

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has opened applications for a position on the Men's Selection Committee. Interested candidates must have played a minimum number of matches and retired at least five years ago. The committee will be responsible for selecting the Senior National Men's Team as well as identifying and developing new talent. Members will need to scout players, attend matches, and provide performance evaluations.

Texas was expected to be a Republican stronghold. A new poll shows Democrats James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa gaining ground in two major 2026 races

Polls indicate Democrat James Talarico leads Republican Ken Paxton by six points in the U.S. Senate race. Meanwhile, Democrat Gina Hinojosa has a narrow lead over Governor Greg Abbott, with a three-point margin. Talarico's support is strong among women and younger voters, while Hinojosa performs well with similar demographic groups. Additionally, many voters oppose the rapid expansion of data centers in Texas.

'Radical Left lunatic Osborn, a fake independent…': Trump calls out Dems in Nebraska rally |Midterms

'Radical Left lunatic Osborn, a fake independent…': Trump calls out Dems in Nebraska rally |Midterms

Who is August Hanning? The former German spy chief accused of espionage and treason; he allegedly sold 2000 secret documents for money

Former head of Germany's Federal Intelligence Service, August Hanning, faces serious charges of espionage and treason. Allegations suggest he had a covert arrangement with an ex-office manager to acquire sensitive information, including internal documents and briefings targeted at the German Chancellery. Reports indicate that he may have shared this intelligence with foreign agents, marking a significant espionage scandal under ongoing investigation.

Weather Tomorrow October 7: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Bihar, Haryana and more

Weather Tomorrow: On October 7, expect partly cloudy skies over Delhi-NCR, with temperatures hovering between 22°C and 34°C. Thunderstorms paired with lightning are anticipated in Haryana, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh, while West Bengal faces similar weather. Conversely, Rajasthan will remain dry without any IMD warnings. In the hills, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand might see rain or even snowfall, accompanied by thunderstorms.

Amazon Prime Day sale October 2026: Best Prime Day deals on tech, fitness trackers and more - here’s when new discounts drop

Amazon Prime Day October 2026 is bringing new deals three times a day, with discounts on tech, fitness trackers, beauty, home, kitchen and more. Here’s the exact schedule for new discounts during the 48-hour sale, which runs through October 7.

Swara Baby gets SEBI nod for ₹1,000-crore IPO as hygiene maker eyes expansion

IPO comprises a fresh issue of shares worth ₹500 crore and OFS of ₹500 crore

Proposal to scrap GST officers' arrest powers based on 'trust'; states likely to back move: Sources

The 57th meeting of the GST Council, to be chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state finance ministers, will on October 8 deliberate significant changes to the GST enforcement framework, including removing the arrest powers of GST officers.

Europe’s Gen Z is out on the barricades: What's bothering the youth?

In a wave of activism, youth in France, Belgium, Ireland, and Spain are taking to the streets to address critical challenges affecting their lives. Protesters highlight issues such as the failing education system in France, the financial hurdles in Irish higher education, and the steep rental prices pushing Spaniards into dependency. These movements underscore deep-seated generational anxieties, pointing to a widespread sentiment of uncertainty that resonates throughout Europe.

India in top 10 leading emerging-market performers on AI readiness, says World Bank

The World Bank on Tuesday said that India is well positioned to harness AI with the help of its large technical workforce