sports Yashbardhan Chauhan scored a century for India U19 during the second Youth ODI match. This knock happened at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot against Australia U19. India reached 303/3 in 46 overs, with Chauhan reaching his hundred off just 89 balls. This performance helps India aim for a high target in the game. The team will continue to push for a big total in the remaining overs.
science A five-foot snake was found unconscious inside a chemical-filled industrial tank in Vapi, Gujarat. An animal rescuer, Sanjay Pawar, performed CPR on the reptile at the India Gelatine Company Limited (IGCL) ETP. The incident happened on Friday, and Pawar administered artificial respiration for nearly two minutes. The snake gradually recovered and was later released in a forested area. This rescue highlights the need to contact trained experts when encountering wildlife. 🐍
Vessels are slowly passing through the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict in the Middle East continues to persist. This crucial waterway sees constant maritime traffic from various nations. The movement remains monitored closely by international shipping groups. The geopolitical situation in the region adds a layer of complexity to the transit. Future movements will depend heavily on the de-escalation of regional tensions. 🚢
sports Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa secured his first win at the 46th Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, by defeating Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri on Sunday. Praggnanandhaa, who has been in top form recently, played Board 1 in the India vs. Netherlands match. The victory came after a long game where Praggnanandhaa steadily pressured Giri and converted the endgame. Meanwhile, Vaishali Rameshbabu suffered a defeat to Poland, marking India's third straight Olympiad loss to them. India will next face host Uzbekistan on Monday in the open section. ♟️
A high school teacher made an incredible discovery while fossil hunting in the United States. The find was a never-before-seen trackway belonging to an adult Tyrannosaurus Rex. This significant fossil evidence was recorded on October 28, 2023. The discovery is a major milestone for paleontologists studying prehistoric megafauna. Further analysis of the trackway is expected to shed new light on T. Rex locomotion. 🦖
tech The Huawei Pura X View is a regular smartphone featuring a wide 16:9.5 display and a massive 7000mAh battery. It was first teased on August 20, 2026, with sales starting in China on September 9. An Indian import listing shows the 12GB RAM + 256GB model for ₹1,19,990, discounted from ₹1,69,990. The phone boasts a 200MP main camera and a 6.39-inch OLED display with up to 120Hz. Buyers in India currently need to rely on imported units until an official launch. 📱
india IndiGo flight attendant Kainoor Mistry passed away after suffering severe head injuries from a cab accident. The incident took place on Friday morning, around 5:45 am, on the Western Express Highway in Borivali East. The 32-year-old resident of Mira Road died on Saturday, leaving behind her eight-year-old son. The cab, driven by 25-year-old Vijay Khose, crashed into a bridge ledge while transporting her after work. Authorities have added charges of causing death by negligence to the initial FIR against the driver.
sports India secured four medals at the Asian Games 2026 on Monday, adding to previous wins. Himanshu Dhillon won silver and Rudrankksh Patil earned bronze in the men’s 10m air rifle individual event. Suchika Tariyal also contributed a bronze in the women’s traditional 60kg MMA. Previously, Elavenil Valarivan secured silver in the women’s team event on Sunday. India is currently ranked 12th in the medal tally, trailing China which leads with 37 medals.
india An 18-year-old man, Sumit Giri, was allegedly stabbed to death in Naraina Village, West Delhi. The incident occurred around 9:30 pm on Saturday when friends were interacting. The fight started after Aman, son of Anil Singh, jokingly asked Narsingh to call him "Papa". During the quarrel, Aman allegedly threatened him with a knife, and Sumit was also involved. Doctors at DDU Hospital declared Sumit dead after the assault, leading to a murder case being registered.
business Oil prices fell on Monday as recovery signs in Saudi Arabian crude shipments offset Houthi attacks in the Middle East. Brent crude futures dropped 0.78% to $103.06 a barrel at 0031 GMT, while WTI crude was down 0.89% at $99.41 a barrel. Saudi exports have recovered to just over 4 million bpd in September, up from 2.4 million bpd in August. Aramco is increasing exports through the Strait of Hormuz to compensate for pipeline disruptions. US-Iran tensions remain high despite China asking Iran to help manage the Houthis. ⛽
tech Google officially unveiled two new AI models, Gemini 3.8 Live and Extended Thinking, on September 15, 2026. These models are available in the Gemini app, Google Search, and Workspace services. Gemini 3.8 Live supports 97 languages and processes inputs with minimal delay. Extended Thinking uniquely reasons and speaks simultaneously, unlike previous models. The rollout is ongoing, with future integration planned across more Google products. 🤖
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