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Mayank Yadav’s second T20I outing underlined why India are so intrigued by his pace: he kept it simple, bowled fast and forced the opposition to react. The young quick showed a clear understanding of his role, turning raw speed into a tactical weapon in a format that rewards clarity as much as velocity.
India captain Shubman Gill has publicly acknowledged that his side’s fielding has not been up to the required standard, stressing that ground fielding in particular must improve. His remarks add a candid note to India’s ongoing assessment of performance standards as the team looks to tighten execution in the field.
India captain Shubman Gill has acknowledged that his side’s fielding fell short of the required standard, saying ground fielding in particular needs to improve. The assessment adds a candid note to India’s campaign, with fielding errors emerging as a concern that can influence tight matches at the highest level.
India batter Sai Sudharsan is using the lead-up to the Australia tour to gather detailed information on conditions, opposition patterns and the demands of playing Down Under. The preparation reflects a broader shift in modern international cricket, where success increasingly depends on data, adaptability and early tactical planning rather than talent alone.
Shai Hope’s second century of the series and a devastating spell from pacer Romario Paul propelled West Indies to a commanding total of 247 before India’s chase unravelled in the fourth T20I. Despite a blistering start from Sanju Samson, the hosts fell short as the visitors levelled the series 2-2 in a high-scoring contest.
India enter the first T20I with a formidable batting order and home advantage, but the contest is unlikely to be one-sided. West Indies have been strengthened by the return of several proven T20 performers, giving them the firepower to challenge India if they execute cleanly in the powerplay and at the death. The spotlight will also fall on India’s selection calls, particularly around Sanju Samson and the management’s handling of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
India’s team management must strike a careful balance between preserving continuity and offering opportunities to emerging players in the first T20I against the West Indies, according to bowling coach Morne Morkel. He said the challenge lies in maintaining a settled core while ensuring promising youngsters such as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gain valuable exposure around the senior setup, even if they do not immediately break into the playing XI.
India captain Shubman Gill has acknowledged that his side’s fielding has fallen short of the required standard, stressing that ground fielding in particular needs urgent improvement. His remarks come amid growing attention on India’s sharpness in the field, an area that can decisively shape outcomes in tightly contested international matches.
West Indies left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein has said his side can push India hard in the upcoming T20 series, stressing that the visitors have the skill and experience to compete despite the challenge of playing away from home. The 33-year-old Trinidadian is also poised to mark his 100th T20 International, a milestone he hopes will be the beginning of another five years at the top level.
India pacers Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep have offered a revealing look at the trust, sacrifice and shared ambition that underpin their rise in professional cricket. Their account goes beyond sentiment, highlighting how close personal bonds can sharpen performance in a sport that often demands ruthless individualism.
A Pratirodha rally was staged in Dharwad on Friday night, with speakers framing the gathering as a direct response to what they described as rising fascist tendencies in public life. The event underscored the sharpening language of resistance in Karnataka’s political discourse, even as it remained largely symbolic and movement-driven rather than tied to a formal policy announcement. The rally reflects a broader national pattern in which street mobilisation is increasingly being used to signal ideological opposition and consolidate political identity ahead of future electoral contests.
The share of microfinance loans above ₹75,000 to individual borrowers rose sharply to 41% in Q1 FY27 from 28% a year earlier, reflecting a clear shift in lender behaviour. Microfinance institutions are increasingly prioritising existing customers with established repayment histories as they seek to balance growth with credit quality.
India’s startup ecosystem entered FY26 with a more mature financial profile, as 22 new-age technology companies made their public market debut and investors increasingly judged growth against profitability, cash burn and execution quality. The shift marks a clear departure from the era when scale alone could command premium valuations, with listed performance now becoming a key benchmark for the broader venture landscape.
Kuku Technologies Limited, the parent of audio OTT platform Kuku FM and microdrama app Kuku TV, has swung to profitability in FY26 while posting a dramatic surge in revenue to ₹1,484 crore, according to the latest business update. The performance marks a major inflection point for the startup ahead of a potential public-market debut, underscoring stronger monetisation across India’s fast-evolving creator and short-form entertainment economy.
India all-rounder Naman Dhir has framed his approach in the third ODI against the West Indies as a matter of discipline rather than invention, after a difficult high-scoring contest in Guwahati. Although he has not yet had an opportunity to bat in the first two matches, his six-over spell in the previous game offered a useful glimpse of his role in India’s broader tactical setup.
Tributes have poured in from across Indian cinema following the death of veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, whose work reshaped the language of popular Indian film across generations and industries. Kamal Haasan, S.S. Rajamouli, Jr NTR, Mahesh Babu and other leading figures remembered him as a singular creative force whose imagination, technical daring and storytelling range left an enduring mark on the medium.
Shai Hope struck his second consecutive century to anchor a remarkable West Indies chase of 352, helping the visitors avoid a series whitewash in the third ODI. India’s batting produced another imposing total, but the Caribbean side responded with composure and intent, reaching the target with 10 balls remaining in a high-scoring finish.
Tamil Nadu Under-23 batter Madhava Prasad has pointed to the influence of senior cricketers Baba Aparajith and Varun Chakravarthy, along with coach Guru, as central to his recent progress. He also said the strong camaraderie inside the group has helped him settle, learn faster and translate that support into performances.
India all-rounder Naman Dhir said the team’s approach in Guwahati was built around a simple bowling plan, even as West Indies surged to 405 for seven in the previous ODI. Dhir, who has not yet batted in the first two matches of the series, offered a measured assessment of India’s execution and the demands of containing a powerful batting line-up on a high-scoring surface.
Punjab all-rounder Naman Dhir said India’s approach in the Guwahati ODI was built around a clear, uncomplicated plan, even as West Indies piled up 405 for seven in a high-scoring contest. Though he has not yet batted in the first two matches of the series, Dhir’s bowling contribution in the previous game offered a useful glimpse of his role in India’s wider squad balance.
Shreyas Iyer said India’s Asian Games gold was a product of collective discipline and a refusal to lean on excuses, after the side beat Pakistan by 19 runs in the final. He said the squad chose to adapt to conditions and match demands rather than complain, a mindset he described as central to championship cricket.
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has highlighted Shubman Gill’s appetite for converting starts into towering innings, saying the young batter’s ambition stood out even after he had passed three figures. Kotak said Gill looked capable of pushing far beyond 100, describing hunger as a defining trait of elite batters and a major reason for India’s confidence in him.
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has hailed Shubman Gill’s rare hunger for converting starts into mammoth scores, saying the young opener’s mindset stood out even after he had crossed 100. Kotak suggested Gill’s ability to keep pushing beyond the conventional milestone is what separates elite batters from merely successful ones.
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has lauded Shubman Gill’s appetite for converting starts into massive scores, saying the young batter’s hunger stood out even after he had crossed 100. Kotak said Gill’s mindset suggested he could have pushed beyond 200, underlining the value India place on sustained concentration and innings-building at the highest level.
Shubman Gill struck a blistering unbeaten 233 and Rohit Sharma added a commanding 101 as India overhauled West Indies’ mammoth 405/7 in a landmark ODI chase. The openers’ 255-run stand set the platform for a famous victory that underlined India’s batting depth and their growing comfort in high-scoring pursuits.
A new multilingual album, Climate Emergency Mixtape, is using music to confront some of India’s most urgent environmental concerns, from water scarcity to the degradation of the Aravalli range. Featuring six artistes from across the country, the project will be performed at The Humming Tree in Bengaluru, positioning live culture as a platform for climate awareness.
Sanju Samson said India’s packed schedule of meetings, tactical discussions and team activities is helping keep the squad mentally sharp as it navigates a rain-disrupted contest against Japan in Sano. The match, shortened by a wet outfield, became a test of focus and adaptability, with Samson framing the team’s off-field routine as a key part of maintaining intensity under stop-start conditions.
India skipper Shubman Gill has set a new benchmark in one-day international batting by reaching a double century faster than any player before him, eclipsing teammate Ishan Kishan’s previous record. The milestone adds another layer to Gill’s rapid rise and underlines the evolving tempo of modern ODI batting, where elite top-order players are redefining what is possible in a 50-over innings.
Chikitha Taniparthi’s rise from a backyard archer to a double gold medallist in Japan is a story of patience, precision and quiet resilience. In a sport defined by millimetres and mental control, the Indian teenager’s breakthrough underscores both the depth of India’s emerging archery pipeline and the value of long-term development over instant fame.
Shubman Gill appears to have embraced the simplest route to batting greatness: stay in, absorb pressure and keep the innings alive. As India’s captain, he is increasingly combining aesthetic strokeplay with the responsibility of carrying the side through difficult phases, a balance that is shaping both his leadership and his reputation.
Sanju Samson said India’s packed schedule of meetings, drills and team activities has helped keep the squad mentally alert during a rain-disrupted contest against Japan in Sano. The match, curtailed by a wet outfield, went down to the wire before conditions forced a truncated finish, underscoring the value of staying sharp in stop-start tournament cricket.
India’s gig economy is quietly building a new financial layer as platforms begin offering tax filing support inside their apps for delivery partners and other workers. The service is gaining traction because many workers receive TDS refunds, while the resulting tax records can also strengthen their case for loans, credit cards and other formal financial products.
India’s long search for a Greco-Roman Asian Games champion continued on Wednesday as Nitesh Siwach settled for silver, falling just short in a hard-fought final that underlined both the progress and the persistent ceiling in the discipline. The result came amid a strong day for Indian sport, with the men’s hockey team edging Pakistan 4-3 to reach the final and the cricket side crushing Sri Lanka by 124 runs to book its own title clash.
Shubman Gill produced a career-defining unbeaten 233 and Rohit Sharma struck his 35th ODI century as India overhauled West Indies’ mammoth 405 for 7 in a remarkable run chase. The openers’ 255-run stand set the platform for a famous victory that underlined India’s batting depth and composure under pressure.
West Indies head into the second one-day international under pressure to avoid falling 2-0 behind in the series, with the visitors showing enough promise in the opener to believe they can compete but not enough consistency to feel secure. India, meanwhile, will again lean on the form of Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli, whose batting depth and control give the hosts a clear edge heading into a match that could effectively decide the contest.
Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler maker Simple Energy has raised Rs 1,750 crore in fresh funding, giving the startup a major war chest for its next phase of growth. The capital will be directed toward manufacturing scale-up, product development and retail expansion as the company seeks to strengthen its position in India’s increasingly competitive EV market.
India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson said the team’s packed schedule of meetings, training and off-field activity has helped keep the squad mentally sharp during a rain-disrupted campaign in Sano. His remarks came after India’s truncated contest against Japan was pushed to the wire before a wet outfield forced a curtailed finish.
India’s spin strategy remains under active review, with bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule indicating that the team will continue assessing Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel as conditions and match demands change. Bahutule praised Jadeja’s recent progress as a bowler, saying the all-rounder has sharpened his craft over the past six months and delivered a strong showing in the Tests in Sri Lanka.
South Korea’s central bank sold a net $9.612 billion in foreign currency in the second quarter, extending its intervention streak to a seventh straight quarter as it sought to cushion the won from renewed pressure. The currency weakened 2.1% against the dollar over the period, reflecting a stronger U.S. dollar, volatile global markets and rising concern that imported inflation could intensify.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has imposed a combined penalty of ₹20 lakh on Shares Bazaar and four other entities after finding violations linked to an investment scheme that promised assured annual returns of 18% to 48%. SEBI said the firm projected the product as a market-linked opportunity while, in practice, giving investors the impression their money was being deployed in securities trading.
RBI Deputy Governor Rohit Jain said banks can no longer treat technology as a back-office enabler, arguing that it has become part of their core risk architecture. He called for stronger governance, tighter cybersecurity, deeper third-party oversight and disciplined controls around artificial intelligence as financial resilience increasingly depends on technological resilience.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued final revised market risk capital requirements for commercial banks, bringing domestic rules into closer alignment with Basel III standards. The framework, which covers trading books, foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, debt funds and credit derivative hedges, will become mandatory from April 1, 2027.
India’s spin management remains under active review, with bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule saying the team will continue assessing Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel as conditions and match demands change. Bahutule praised Jadeja’s recent progress as a bowler, particularly his performances in Sri Lanka, while stressing that both all-rounders remain central to India’s tactical flexibility.
West Indies enter the second ODI under pressure, needing a victory to keep the series alive after showing early promise in the opener. India, buoyed by the form of Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli, hold the clear advantage, though the visitors will believe improved bowling and sharper fielding can still alter the contest.
Customs officials at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport have seized 10 military-grade drones valued at more than ₹1.03 crore from three Indian passengers who arrived at Terminal 3 on September 25 via Hong Kong and Vietnam. The recovery underscores the tightening scrutiny on high-value dual-use technology entering India, where such equipment can have both commercial and security implications.
Virat Kohli marked a major milestone with a record-extending century and his 15,000th ODI run as India overhauled West Indies’ 295/7 with ease in the first ODI. Kohli remained unbeaten on 139 off 88 balls, while Shubman Gill’s composed support and Kuldeep Yadav’s incisive spell laid the platform for a dominant six-wicket chase.
Virat Kohli produced a record-extending century and crossed 15,000 ODI runs as India overhauled West Indies’ 295/7 with authority in the first ODI. Kohli remained unbeaten on 139 off 88 balls, while Shubman Gill provided the ideal foil in a commanding chase that ended at 300/2 in 41.4 overs.
India moved into the semifinals of the Asian Games 2026 cricket competition after their knockout clash with Afghanistan was abandoned because of rain, extending a familiar pattern of weather disruption in the event. Afghanistan were left frustrated once again, with the washout echoing the final at the previous Asian Games, where rain also denied them a decisive contest.
India moved into the semifinals of the Asian Games cricket competition after their knockout clash was abandoned because of rain, a result that once again denied Afghanistan a chance to settle the contest on the field. The washout revived memories of the previous Asian Games final, when weather also intervened and left Afghanistan feeling shortchanged by circumstances beyond its control.
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