The Budapest Blinders scored 123/6 after 10 overs in their first innings. They batted first after the toss at GB Oval, Szodliget, Hungary, on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The Royal Tigers reached 100 runs in 8.1 overs during their turn. The pitch condition is noted as a Flat Track Pitch, suggesting a high-scoring game. The match is currently live with clear weather conditions expected for play.
business Prominent investor Ashish Kacholia has seen strong performance in his stock portfolio as of June 2026. He holds stakes in around 33 stocks, with the total portfolio value estimated at Rs 3,102 crore as of September 18, 2026. Ten of these stocks have rallied significantly, with four turning into multibaggers. Notably, Asian Energy Services was a new Q1 addition to his holdings. This strong showing reflects investor interest in his strategic picks. 📈
sports The 20th Asian Games officially commenced in Nagoya, Japan, with an opening ceremony held on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The Indian contingent participated, led by Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat as flagbearers. Despite a record 106 medals in Hangzhou 2023, accommodation issues plague the current event with over 17,000 participants. Manu Bhaker urged athletes to focus on competition instead of organizational chaos. Veteran shuttler H.S. Prannoy hinted this could be his last Asian Games before eyeing LA 2028.
top The RSS-affiliated ABVP won three out of four central panel posts in the Delhi University Students’ Union election. ABVP secured the president, secretary, and joint secretary positions in New Delhi. Yash Dabas won the presidency with 24,576 votes, while independent Deepanshu Shokeen took the VP role with 30,615 votes. ABVP stressed its focus on conducting safety audits across all hostels and PGs as a primary concern. The final composition of the DUSU central panel for the 2026-27 session remains pending final counts.
business A new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework has been introduced for UPI transactions. This framework applies to merchants processing payments exceeding ₹2,000. Users will continue to benefit from zero transaction charges on UPI payments. The changes aim to regulate the fee structure for businesses accepting digital payments. Further details regarding the implementation timeline are expected soon.
business India's software services exports jumped by 8.2% to $221.4 billion in the fiscal year 2025-26. The US continued to be the biggest destination, securing a 54.1% share of these exports. The RBI survey revealed that off-site services made up almost 92% of the total exports. Computer services remained the largest segment, accounting for 69.3% of the total exports. Moving forward, the US dollar maintained its dominance in invoicing for these international sales.
business The Delhi High Court scheduled a hearing on September 17 regarding Lyngdoh guideline violations during the DUSU elections. Yash Dabas of ABVP is currently leading the race for DUSU president against NSUI's Vijay Shankar Meena. The elections are set for the 2026-27 session, with spending caps of ₹5,000 being widely ignored. Candidates bypassed rules by using mass-produced prints instead of allowed handmade posters. The polls are heavily influenced by campus safety issues following a recent building collapse. ⚖️
health India is planning to enforce strict rules on cough syrup packaging to discourage use in kids under four. This move is being considered by the DCGI in response to safety concerns and inappropriate prescribing practices. The proposal involves a prominent red warning and visuals of school-age children on the bottles. This follows global incidents where contaminated syrups caused child deaths in The Gambia and Uzbekistan. The regulation aims to protect infants while the pharmaceutical industry calls for ingredient-specific rules.
india The government received the Advocate General’s legal opinion regarding the ED’s request to register a corruption case against Pinarayi Vijayan and his family. This action stems from the ED’s probe into an alleged CMRL bribery case, involving fraudulent payments of Rs 2.78 crore. The Home Department is currently examining this opinion, with further steps to be decided after consulting the Chief Minister. Decisions on further action are expected on Monday or Tuesday due to current holidays. Meanwhile, CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby claimed the ED action specifically targets the CPI(M).
sports Australia is looking to dominate the upcoming cricket series with a focus on green initiatives. The national team, in collaboration with local stakeholders, is preparing for matches across various Australian venues. Key dates include the start of the series on October 15th, with initial matches scheduled for October 20th. This push aligns with the country's broader commitment to sustainable sports practices and environmental goals. The ultimate goal is to secure a clean sweep of the entire series. 🏏
business Hanuman Ansh is having a historic theatrical run, netting Rs 4.75-5 crore on its 7th Friday at the Indian box office. The film is currently performing in India, showcasing massive momentum deep into its run. Its 7th week collection is set to become the all-time highest within the next two days. The devotional drama's cumulative box office collections currently stand at approximately Rs 236 crore nett. This performance puts the film on track to hit a Rs 300 crore nett final collection. 🚀
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