Golf: An afternoon of Rory McIlroy, Ronaldo and shared roars

Rory McIlroy struggled in the third round of the DP World India Championship, reaching two over par after bogeys and a double bogey. An eagle at the 14th ignited Delhi Golf Club’s crowd, who had gathered to watch the six-time major winner, a career Grand Slam champion, pursue an eighth Road to Dubai title.

Indore BJP official booked under POCSO for misbehaving with girl at Garba venue

Indore police booked BJP mandal president Kamal Chauhan under POCSO and molestation charges after he allegedly pushed a 15-year-old girl at a Garba venue, in an incident captured on video. Her family said he removed her during an argument over an entry pass. The BJP issued Chauhan a three-day show-cause notice; he denied intending misconduct.

Seán Hewitt: “Love is a great spur to fiction”

Author of *Open, Heaven* describes a novel shaped by memory, invention and first love, as James navigates secrecy, desire and responsibility. Set in rural England, the queer coming-of-age story explores isolation, unrequited love and difficulty understanding others. Seasonal structure and poetic observation create its pastoral atmosphere, while William Blake’s influence celebrates expression’s liberating power.

Princewill Umanmielen suffers injury scare vs Mississippi State as LSU LB exits in first quarter

LSU’s Princewill Umanmielen was injured during the first quarter against Mississippi State and did not return before halftime. He left the field unaided while favoring his leg, emerged from the medical tent and rejoined teammates on the sideline, as the Tigers dealt with injury concerns; no details were available, and the story was being updated.

Naman Dhir sparkles before rain forces 5th T20I between India and West Indies to be abandoned

Rain ended the Bengaluru T20I decider after 7.4 overs, leaving India and West Indies sharing the series 2-2. Naman Dhir’s unbeaten six-ball 24 lifted India to 118/5, after Ishan Kishan’s explosive 30 led the charge. Dhir’s clean hitting offered a glimpse of his promise, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar made his first India appearance in four years.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi needs to wait, we have two fantastic consistent openers: Shreyas Iyer

India captain Shreyas Iyer says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must wait for opportunities, with management backing established openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson after their consistent performances. Despite scoring 776 runs and sweeping IPL 2026 batting honors, Sooryavanshi has featured in only eight T20Is, including three under Gautam Gambhir, while his selection fluctuated as Samson’s place changed.

Shooting at NYC subway station leaves man critically injured

A man was critically injured after being shot aboard a northbound E train at Manhattan’s Seventh Avenue and 53rd Street station Saturday, the NYPD said; EMS transported him to a hospital. Police received a 911 call around 12:21 p.m. The victim’s identity, what prompted the shooting, and any suspect remain unknown as the investigation continues.

Nayyi Navelli box office collection day 2: Yami Gautam film sees growth, crosses ₹7 crore

Nayyi Navelli collected ₹4 crore on Saturday, up from its ₹3.25 crore opening, bringing its two-day total to ₹7.25 crore, Sacnilk reported by 10 PM. Playing across 5,945 shows, it outperformed Prahaar and now faces a crucial Sunday test. The mythological fantasy thriller stars Yami Gautam as a bride suspected of being a witch; reviews were mixed.

'Extremely distressing': PM Modi mourns Kolkata stampede deaths, assures all possible aid to victims

Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned those killed in the Kolkata stampede, wished the injured a speedy recovery, and assured victims of all possible assistance. His message followed the deadly incident, which caused deaths and injuries; the brief report provides no further information about the circumstances of the stampede or the aid being planned.

'Reward for Putin': Zelensky fears US sanctions relief to Russia is not the end of it

President Donald Trump’s waiver of newly mandated Russia sanctions has drawn bipartisan congressional backlash, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned it would embolden Moscow to continue attacks rather than end the war. Senators called the move capitulation and defiance of Congress. Trump said the exemption served US interests, amid a diesel-for-relief deal and worsening US-Ukraine tensions.

Billy Puckett's poor start vs LSU leaves Mississippi State fans missing Kamario Taylor

Mississippi State freshman Billy Puckett struggled in his first start against LSU on Saturday, throwing an interception and nearly another after an opening three-and-out while filling in for injured quarterback Kamario Taylor. Taylor was ruled out with a foot injury suffered against Alabama last week; he has thrown 17 touchdowns and four interceptions this season.

'Swelling crowd, situation worsened by rain': What we know so far about Kolkata pandal stampede

At least 18 died and several others were injured in a stampede-like crush at Kolkata’s Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab Samity pandal on Saturday evening, police said. The crush occurred around 7:30 p.m.; its cause remains unclear. Eyewitnesses blamed swelling crowds and rain, while one alleged inadequate organizer, volunteer and police presence. An official declaration was pending.

Delhi half marathon tomorrow, traffic police issues advisory: See full list of affected routes

Delhi traffic will face restrictions and diversions from 4:45 to 11 a.m. Sunday, October 17, as nearly 40,000 runners participate in the Half Marathon, starting at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The 21-kilometre route crosses central Delhi, affecting major junctions; police will regulate traffic dynamically and advise alternative routes for north-south and east-west movement.

Kolkata pandal stampede: Mamata expresses 'shock and grief', TMC alleges poor crowd management

Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee expressed “shock and grief” over the loss of lives in a Kolkata stampede. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) alleged inadequate police presence and poor crowd management at the gathering, while further details about the incident are expected to follow soon. No further information on the stampede was provided in the account.

Coach remembers Tyler Ulrich as 'loyal' and 'joyous' after football player's death at 21

Southern Nazarene University safety Tyler Ulrich, 21, died October 15, five days after a traumatic injury in a game against Ouachita Baptist in Arkansas, prompting cancellation of Saturday’s game against Southwestern Oklahoma State. The injury’s nature was not disclosed. Coaches mourned him, and a fundraiser was launched for his family; Ulrich recorded 36 tackles.

₹40-cr relief scrapped by Punjab: Day on, ED arrests realty project promoter from Delhi airport

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Remigate Buildestates promoter Jagmohan Garg at Delhi airport in a money-laundering probe into alleged Mohali land-deal irregularities and GMADA dues waivers; a court remanded him to seven days’ custody. Punjab revoked nearly ₹40 crore in concessions. Investigators are examining officials and land pricing, following a CBI bank-fraud case involving the company’s promoters.

Farmers to march to Chandigarh on Dec 7 over unmet demands

Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) will begin an indefinite Chandigarh protest on December 7, warning tractor-trailers will enter unless Punjab’s government meets its demands, after allegedly missing an October 15 deadline. Farmers and labourers seek guaranteed procurement at Swaminathan Commission prices, debt relief, suicide compensation, withdrawal of land-pooling changes and police cases, and action on water disputes and farm laws. Leaders say earlier assurances remain unfulfilled.

DLF buys 7.5-acre land in Gurugram to expand housing business

DLF has secured 7.48 acres in Gurugram’s Sector 61, expanding its contiguous Golf Course Extension Road holding to 36 acres for a housing project amid luxury-home demand. The deal is expected to close by March-end, but cost and launch timing remain undisclosed. DLF assembled the 28 acres after acquiring IREO-linked debt for Rs 825 crore.

Despite foreign trips, CM failed to get investment: Sukhbir

SAD will launch a three-phase yatra across Punjab’s assembly constituencies on November 10, led by Sukhbir Badal from Sri Damdama Sahib; later legs begin at Sri Anandpur Sahib and Sri Akal Takht Sahib. After gathering party-wing feedback, it plans to release its manifesto on November 1. Badal alleged the government’s campaign was killing anti-drug activists and whistleblowers.

Ludhiana: Two FIRs lodged over damage to public property, vandalism

Ludhiana police registered two FIRs against unidentified people over alleged vandalism and assault during the October 15 Punjab bandh, involving a torn civic-body hoarding near Metro Road and an attack on a shopkeeper, with goods damaged, at Ganda Nala Road. Investigations continue. The bandh protested anti-drug activist Jhota’s murder; separately, a 22-year-old man died removing hoardings.

Ludhiana: Shoe trader’s kin held for plot to kill advocate

Police arrested shoe trader Gurvinder Singh Prinkle’s father and brother over an alleged plot to kill advocate Gaganpreet Singh after transactions reportedly indicated they supported Prinkle, who is abroad and allegedly offered ₹10 lakh for murder. Investigators are probing his female friend and pursuing proclaimed-offender proceedings. Gaganpreet’s complaint cited threats, surveillance and longstanding rivalry.

Ranabaali box office collection day 2: Vijay Deverakonda film crosses ₹16 crore

Ranabaali earned ₹7.17 crore on day two, taking its total to ₹16.42 crore by 10 p.m., after opening at ₹9.25 crore; the decline raised concerns over weekend growth. Despite complaints about violence and weak character development, Vijay Deverakonda’s performance drew praise from director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Rahul Sankrityan directs the colonial-era drama, starring Rashmika Mandanna.

₹4-cr donation fraud: Allahabad HC rejects accountant’s bail pleas

Allahabad High Court rejected bail pleas for Vivek Kumar, an accountant accused of embezzling over Rs 4 crore in donations from a Varanasi religious institution, citing the allegations’ gravity and directing a speedy trial. Prosecutors allege he forged bank receipts and diverted offerings; Kumar denies wrongdoing, while defence links the case to a family dispute.

RTI panel issues bailable warrants against Ludhiana SHO for skipping three hearings

Punjab State Information Commission issued bailable warrants against Ludhiana SHO Jitender Kumar for repeatedly skipping hearings over information withheld under the RTI Act. It ordered police to secure his appearance and delivery of records, warning of further action. The appellant has died; her daughter seeks to pursue the case, which resumes November 25, 2026.

ISL: Ryan Williams and Mihalio Perovic score as Bengaluru FC defeat Chennaiyin

Bengaluru FC beat Chennaiyin FC 2-0 at Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday, extending their winning start as Williams and Perovic scored in the rain. Williams converted a rebound in the 24th minute; Perovic struck after halftime. Gurpreet Singh Sandhu’s late saves secured the clean sheet; Bengaluru had won their opener, while Chennaiyin drew with Goa.

Ludhiana: Auto driver, son arrested for plotting murder over land dispute

Police arrested autorickshaw driver Roor Singh and son Jaswinder, alias Raja, over October 3’s murder of former Manewal sarpanch Navtej Singh, allegedly plotted over a 1.5-kanal land dispute. Investigators say Jaswinder enlisted friends Manjinder Singh and Harpreet Singh, who remain sought, while clearing relatives accused in the case. The quarrel dates to a disputed sale nearly two decades ago.

Ludhiana: School peon held for molesting Class 12 girl

A school peon was arrested after a 16-year-old student allegedly reported molestation on the premises, while her mother alleged he recorded a video. Police booked Prince Pal under the BNS and POCSO Act and are investigating whether other students were targeted. The complaint says the girl was sent to a teacher’s room to collect a book.

Ludhiana: Car trader’s wife booked for stealing licensed pistol

Ludhiana police booked Bhagwant Kaur after her husband, Chitwanpal Singh, alleged she stole his licensed pistol and six cartridges from their home. Singh said the firearm disappeared after Kaur left on October 1 and that she refused to return it; theft and Arms Act cases are under investigation. The couple married three months ago after meeting on Facebook.

Another Premier League win for scandal-hit Man City as Haaland keeps scoring

Manchester City extended its perfect Premier League start, beating Ipswich 3-2 as Erling Haaland scored twice to reach a league-leading eight goals despite the club’s financial-scandal uncertainty. City leads by six points; Liverpool, Chelsea and Fulham also won, amid injuries and a goalkeeper’s hospitalization. City denies wrongdoing and has appealed a verdict threatening its top-flight future.

Pawan Singh fined ₹3,000 by UP court for missing hearing in wife's maintenance case

Pawan Singh, Bhojpuri actor and BJP MLC, was fined ₹3,000 Saturday for missing a hearing in his wife Jyoti Singh’s maintenance case; the next hearing is November 12. His lawyer cited his mother’s illness, providing a medical certificate and seeking mediation. Jyoti accused him of mocking the judicial process; she filed her petition in 2022.