Jemimah Rodrigues (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Jemimah Rodrigues played a match-winning innings against Australia at D.Y. Patil Stadium, marking a new milestone in her career. Her membership at the historic Khar Gymkhana was revoked in October 2024 after concerns arose about her father conducting unauthorised spiritual sessions at the club. India advanced to the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final following Rodrigues's outstanding unbeaten 127 against Australia in Navi Mumbai.

Comet 3I/ATLAS has fascinated astronomers and space enthusiasts worldwide as it makes its rare journey through our solar system. Recognised as the third known interstellar object, 3I/ATLAS originates from beyond our Sun, offering a unique glimpse of a visitor from another star system. Unlike typical comets that orbit the Sun, it follows a hyperbolic trajectory, passing through the solar system only once.

The 1995 referendum on independence took place 30 years ago on Thursday, when a razor-thin majority of Quebecers voted to stay in Canada. After a dramatic campaign during which the sovereigntist side came from behind to take a lead in the polls in the final weeks before the vote, 50.58 per cent of voters chose “no.” Here are five things you may not know — or may have forgotten — about the 1995 referendum.

Soybean trade between the US and China is set to resume after months of halted purchases. Beijing had refused to purchase American soybean after the two nations got embroiled in tariff tensions.Now, China has agreed to buy 12 million metric tonnes from the United States in the ongoing season till January. However, this is still significantly lower than the 22.5 million tonnes purchased in the previous season.US treasury secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the development on Thursday, saying China has also committed to purchasing 25 million tonnes annually over the next three years under a broader trade agreement.

Yashasvi Jaiswal (AP Photo) JAIPUR: For Yashasvi Jaiswal, the grind of domestic cricket is not a forgotten chapter but a ‘continuous process’ integral to his growth as an international cricketer. Jaiswal will turn up for Mumbai in their Ranji Trophy match against Rajasthan beginning Nov. 1 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here. Jaiswal’s immediate return to the domestic circuit, days after the conclusion of national duties in the ODI series against Australia.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.

In recent years, the rising congestion in Earth’s orbit has become one of the most pressing challenges facing space-faring nations. Thousands of inactive satellites, rocket fragments, and collision-generated particles now orbit the planet at high velocity, posing significant risks to operational spacecraft and the infrastructure that supports communications, navigation, and climate observation. With the global space economy projected to exceed one trillion dollars by 2040, the sustainability of orbital operations has shifted from a technical problem to a strategic priority.

Traders may prefer a buy-on-dips approach above ₹1,20,700 with a stop below ₹1,20,500. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices will likely trade in a range with a neutral bias, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst - Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. Here is his strategy for gold investors:Gold prices traded in a narrow band around ₹1,21,180 as intraday sentiment remained subdued following recent volatility.

IND vs AUS Live Score, 2nd T20I: India enter the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground today with renewed confidence, following skipper Suryakumar Yadav’s return to form in the rain-marred series opener at Canberra. The stylish right-hander, who had been under pressure after a lean patch, smashed a 24-ball 39, featuring a monstrous 125-metre six off Josh Hazlewood, before rain halted India’s charge at 97 for one in 9.4 overs.

Source: CCOR-1 instrument Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has captivated astronomers as it makes a rare and dramatic passage around the Sun. Although currently hidden from Earth’s view, NASAand international spacecraft have continued to track its journey, revealing that the comet brightened rapidly as it neared perihelion, its closest approach to the Sun, on 30 October 2025. This interstellar traveller, moving at extraordinary speed and exhibiting active gas emissions, offers scientists a unique opportunity to study material from beyond our solar system.

UAE tightens traffic rules to protect delivery riders / AI-generated illustration Food may still come fast, but delivery riders won’t be allowed to race to get it to you anymore. In a joint announcement made in late October 2025, Dubai’s RTA and Sharjah Police unveiled tough new traffic rules for delivery riders, warning that reckless riding could now lead to Dh1,500 fines, suspended permits, and even platform bans.

Asian shares are trading mixed on Friday after the Wall Street sank from record heights despite United States's trade truce with China and profits of Big Tech giants exceeded expectations.Taiwan's benchmark added 104 points or 0.37% to reach 28,392 at 10:31 AM IST. Japan's Nikkei led the gains, jumping over 790 points to reach 52,118.Kospi also traded in green, up 25 points at 4,112.In Chinese markets, Hong Kong's HSI fell 232 points reaching 26,050.08.

Virat Kohli took to social media after the match to praise the team's grit and character. NEW DELHI: India's star batter Virat Kohli was among the one to salute the Indian women's cricket team after Harmanpreet Kaur's side stunned defending champions Australia to storm into the ICC Women's World Cup final on Thursday.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.

Astronomers have discovered an ancient, ice-rich interstellar object called 3I/ATLAS, which could transform our understanding of how comets form and evolve. Detected by the University of Oxford’s research team, this mysterious object is believed to have originated far beyond our solar system, possibly more than seven billion years ago. Its immense age suggests it predates the Sun and planets, making it potentially the oldest comet ever observed.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government shutdown has been a source of anxiety for school leaders wondering how long grant money will last and who can help them interpret federal laws. For Education Secretary Linda McMahon, it offers a preview of what she hopes to make permanent. Much of the department’s work has gone completely cold. No new grants are being awarded, and civil rights investigations have been halted.

Eyewear retailer Lenskart Solutions has opened its initial public offering (IPO) on Friday, aiming to raise Rs 2,150 crore through a fresh issue of shares, while promoters and existing investors will sell 12.75 crore shares via an offer for sale (OFS).The IPO will remain open till November 4 and the company is set to hit Dalal Street on November 10. Shares will be alloted to investors on November 6.Lenskart plans to utilise proceeds from the fresh issue towards setting up new company-operated, company-owned (CoCo) stores, expenditure on lease and rental agreements for these outlets, and investments in technology, cloud infrastructure, and brand marketing.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi. (AP Photo) For a league once defined by its hunger for global validation, the Saudi Pro League seems to have entered a new phase, one of self-assurance. In recent years, Saudi Arabia has spent vast sums luring superstars such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Karim Benzema, positioning itself as football’s bold new frontier. So when…

Canadian yellow pea producers will now face tariffs in both of their major export markets after India announced a new 30 per cent levy on all imported yellow peas beginning Nov. 1. A a government notification issued late on Wednesday said shipments with a bill of lading dated on or before Oct. 31, 2025, will be exempt from the duty, the order said.

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Bajaj Broking Research, the top stock picks for October 31, 2025 are NBCC, and Sagility. Here’s its view on Nifty and Bank Nifty:Index View: NIFTYBenchmark indices remained range-bound last week, following a robust bullish rally in the preceding sessions. Global investors stayed on the sidelines, tracking developments on US–China and US–India trade negotiations.

Harmanpreet Kaur (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur was beaming with pride but quick to remind everyone that the job isn't done yet, as her side stormed into the Women's ODI World Cup final with a thrilling five-wicket win over defending champions Australia in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!A record-breaking chase of 339 — the highest ever in Women's World Cup history — took India past the semifinal hurdle that had haunted them in the past.

The White House turned into a haunted mansion with a presidential twist on Thursday night, as President Donald and Melania Trump hosted a Halloween spectacle straight out of a comic book. Superheroes, dinosaurs, and even pint-sized Trumps and Melanias stormed the South Lawn — while the First Couple, skipping costumes, made a dramatic entrance to the spooky strains of Thriller, AP image.

America is running out of pennies, quite literally! The US is facing a nationwide shortage of pennies, months after President Donald Trump halted production of the one-cent coin without introducing a transition plan. The decision, which came as a cost-saving measure, is now impacting the country’s commerce. In many shops and banks, staff are struggling to handle cash transactions without the smallest denomination coin.

Gautam Gambhir and Jemimah Rodrigues NEW DELHI: In a performance that instantly drew parallels with current Indian men's cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir's iconic knock from the 2011 World Cup final, Jemimah Rodrigues produced an innings of pure grit and brilliance to guide India into the ICC Women's World Cup final in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday at a summit in South Korea, where he intends to talk about “a much broader set of issues than trade.” The leaders of Canada and China haven’t met formally since former prime minister Justin Trudeau visited China in 2017. One year later, the Canada-China relationship fell apart after Canada arrested a Chinese telecom executive at the request of the United States, and China responded by detaining two Canadian men, detentions Canada said were arbitrary.

MUMBAI: Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday said that exchanges that have derivative products on non-benchmark indices will have to readjust the weights of their constituents in such a way that no one stock dominates the index. As of now there are derivative products on BankNifty, Bankex and FinNifty.In addition to the existing rules for constructing indices, stock exchanges shall follow some additional norms for non-benchmark indices on which derivative (futures & options) products are traded, a Sebi circular said.

Alyssa Healy (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Australian captain Alyssa Healy cut an emotional figure as she admitted that this Women's World Cup semifinal was likely her last appearance in the 50-over format, moments after India stunned the defending champions with a record-breaking chase at the DY Patil Stadium on Thursday night.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!