India women’s team has qualified for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup after defeating Italy 1–0 in the semi-final of the qualifiers in Hyderabad on Friday. Manisha Chauhan, in the third quarter, converted a penalty corner in the 40th minute, driving the ball straight through the centre to beat the Italian defence and keeper. In a game where both teams showed extreme defensive discipline, Manisha’s moment of brilliance won India the contest.
A Mumbai Blinkit delivery worker was left emotional after receiving a surprise gift of a new scooter from Anant Ambani. Sujit, who had been delivering orders on a bicycle, broke down in tears after the two-wheeler was presented to him through philanthropist and influencer Hussain Mansuri. A video of the moment has gone viral on social media, with users praising the gesture and expressing hope that it will make the delivery worker’s daily commute easier.
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US President Donald Trump has ruled out an American strike on Iran for October 25, saying Washington would not attack the country that day, while leaving open the possibility of military action at a later stage.
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