Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi reacts after a goal against Atlanta United during the first half of an MLS soccer match Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt) Lionel Messi rarely lets his football do the talking quite so loudly through a celebration, but Atlanta United defender Junior Alonso had given him a…
Oil companies change ethanol recipe The government is changing the way oil companies source ethanol for blending with petrol, with sugar-based raw materials being taken out of the latest procurement tender for 2026-27.State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) will no longer buy ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses under the tender. The…
Director Nelson Dilipkumar has thanked audiences for their response to Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’, sharing a picture with the superstar and music composer Anirudh Ravichander. Calling the theatrical reception phenomenal, Nelson said nothing beats watching audiences celebrate the film. The action drama, which was released on October 15, 2026, has reportedly crossed Rs 317 crore in…
Fakhar Zaman (Image credit: AFP) Experienced top-order batter Fakhar Zaman believes Pakistan can end their wait for an ICC trophy at next year’s 50-overs World Cup, which will be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.Speaking to the media in Rawalpindi on Saturday, Fakhar said Pakistan’s players had held detailed discussions about their failure to…
Ranbir Kapoor brought back memories of his 2013 film ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’ during a visit to Mumbai’s North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal amid the Navratri celebrations. The actor joined singer Harshdeep Kaur on stage for a rendition of ‘Kabira’, one of the romantic drama’s most memorable songs. Videos of the moment have circulated…
Shreyas Iyer and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi India captain Shreyas Iyer has backed young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to remain patient and continue working on his game despite not getting a chance to play in the five-match T20I series against the West Indies. The series ended in a 2-2 draw after the rain-hit fifth match in Bengaluru was…
Understand how basic pay, grade pay and pay levels differ under the 8th Pay Commission. Explore the 7th Pay Commission’s pay matrix, the key demands raised by employee unions, and how the proposed fitment factor may influence revised salaries. The 8th Pay Commission is scheduled to hold its meeting in Mumbai on October 22 and…
FPI outflows from Indian equities hit Rs 52,100 crore in October NEW DELHI: Foreign investors have pulled Rs 52,100 crore out of Indian equities in October so far, taking their total withdrawals from the market in 2026 to Rs 3.12 lakh crore. The latest round of selling comes amid high crude oil prices, rising US…
Singer Neeti Mohan is mourning the loss of her father, Brij Mohan Sharma, who passed away on October 15, 2026. Sharing the heartbreaking news on Instagram, Neeti remembered him as a guiding light and the pillar of her family. Several members of the entertainment industry, including Neha Dhupia and Shreya Ghoshal, offered their condolences and…
South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test live: South Africa face a crucial challenge against Australia in the second Test at St George’s Park in Gqeberha after losing the series opener in Durban by 214 runs. With Australia leading 1-0, the hosts need a response to keep the series alive, while the visitors will look to…
