Aditi Tomar

Russia has imposed a temporary ban on aviation fuel exports until the end of November, citing the need to stabilise the domestic fuel market as Ukrainian drone and missile attacks increasingly target Russian refineries, depots and energy infrastructure.

The 70-foot statue of Lionel Messi installed in Kolkata's Lake Town area as a tribute to the football icon has been dismantled after authorities found it unsafe, following complaints from residents that the structure was swaying during strong winds.

The International Cricket Council has approved the formation of a committee to study the growing influence of franchise cricket and find ways to protect the international calendar as more players choose lucrative T20 leagues over national commitments.

A long-term study conducted in an urban slum in Vellore has revealed that Indian children are increasingly facing a dual burden of malnutrition, with undernutrition and obesity coexisting during childhood, raising concerns about the country's future health outcomes.

Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles praised Virat Kohli's popularity in Australia and highlighted the role of cricket in strengthening India-Australia relations, while also acknowledging the contributions of Australian stars in RCB's IPL 2026 title-winning campaign.

A day after Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifted the IPL 2026 trophy, Australian batter Tim David was fined 50 per cent of his match fee and handed a one-match suspension for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the final against Gujarat Titans.