Kolkata is celebrating Durga Puja 2025 with grand and unique pandals across the city. Devotees throng to see artistic idols and creative themes that blend tradition with modern designs. Famous North Kolkata pandals include Sreebhumi Sporting Club, Bagbazar Sarbojanin, and Kumartuli Park, while South Kolkata features Chetla Agrani Club, Mudiali Club, and Ballygunge Cultural Association. Some pandals stand out for their creativity, such as the floating Durga idol, the ‘Time Travel’ theme, and Chetla Agrani’s Rudraksh-covered pandal. Maha Ashtami falls on September 30 and Maha Navami on October 1. The festival turns Kolkata into a vibrant hub of devotion, art, and culture. (PC: X)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Team India on their Asia Cup 2025 victory over Pakistan. Posting on X, he wrote, “#OperationSindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same – India wins! Congrats to our cricketers.” India beat Pakistan by five wickets in a thrilling final, with Tilak Varma scoring an unbeaten 69 to guide the team home. Fans across the country celebrated the win, marking India’s 9th Asia Cup title and a clean sweep against Pakistan in the tournament. Modi’s message highlighted national pride and applauded the team’s skill and determination. (PC: X)

India beat Pakistan by 5 wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai, sparking midnight celebrations across the country. Fans carrying sweets flooded the streets, bursting crackers and waving the tricolour. Chasing 147, India recovered from early setbacks to win with three balls left. Tilak Varma anchored the innings with an unbeaten 69, supported by Shivam Dube’s quick 33. The victory gave India their 9th Asia Cup title and a 3-0 record against Pakistan in this edition. Excited supporters called it a festival of cricket, with joyous scenes reported in cities from Delhi to Kolkata.

India defeated Pakistan by 3-0 to lift their 9th Asia Cup title in Dubai on Sunday. Pakistan started well, reaching 77 without loss, with Sahibzada Farhan scoring 57 and Fakhar Zaman adding 46. However, they collapsed from 113 for one to 146 all out, losing 9 wickets for just 33 runs. India’s spin attack, led by Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel, triggered the fall. In reply, Tilak Varma scored a match-winning 69 not out, supported by Shivam Dube’s quick 33. India chased 147 with two balls left, sealing another memorable victory against their rivals.

In the Asia Cup 2025 final, India bowled out Pakistan for just 146 in 19.1 overs. Kuldeep Yadav starred with a four-wicket haul, while Varun Chakaravarthy, Axar Patel, and Jasprit Bumrah took two wickets each. India played without star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who missed the match due to a niggle. Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana were also absent, with Jasprit Bumrah, Shivam Dube, and Rinku Singh coming into the playing XI. India captain Suryakumar Yadav led the side in the historic first-ever India-Pakistan final of the Asia Cup. (PC: BCCI)

A strange moment took place before the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai. Ravi Shastri, who hosted the toss, spoke only with India captain Suryakumar Yadav after he chose to bowl first. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha was instead interviewed by Waqar Younis. Reports say PCB had requested a neutral presenter for the final. The move left fans surprised and sparked debate online. India also suffered a setback as Hardik Pandya was ruled out with a niggle. Rinku Singh came in, while Jasprit Bumrah and Shivam Dube replaced Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh in the playing XI. (PC: NDTV)

India and Pakistan meet in the Asia Cup 2025 final at Dubai International Stadium. This match is not only about cricket but also about emotions, rivalry, and pressure. India entered the final after a thrilling Super Over against Sri Lanka. Pakistan’s spinners are expected to play a key role. Dubai Police have set strict rules for fans, banning flags, firecrackers, and sharp objects. Those creating trouble may face heavy fines. There are doubts over Hardik Pandya’s fitness, while Jasprit Bumrah is under pressure to deliver. With both teams fighting hard, the final promises high drama on and off the field. (PC: X)

Mithun Manhas was elected as the 37th president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) during Sunday's Annual General Meeting in Mumbai. The 45-year-old former Delhi captain becomes the first person from Jammu and Kashmir to head the BCCI and the first uncapped player to lead the world's richest cricket board. Manhas was elected unopposed, succeeding Roger Binny who stepped down after turning 70. The appointment aligns with Supreme Court-appointed Lodha committee recommendations requiring former players to head the board. Manhas had an impressive domestic career with 9,714 first-class runs and 27 centuries. Harbhajan Singh praised the decision, hoping Manhas will strengthen cricket infrastructure across India. (PC: India Today)

India narrowly defeated Sri Lanka in the final Super 4 match of Asia Cup 2025, despite posting the tournament’s highest total. Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka scored a blistering 52-ball century, exposing India’s bowling frailties. Injuries to Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, and Abhishek Sharma raised concerns, with Dubai’s extreme heat causing cramps and fatigue. Dew and early swing could impact Sunday’s final against Pakistan, especially with Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf posing threats. India’s bowling coach confirmed Hardik’s fitness will be reassessed. With Pakistan fresher and confident, the final promises a tighter contest than previous encounters. Cramps and dew may prove decisive. (PC: The Daily Jagran & Cricket Bazar)

Born on 13 August 1979, a baby girl was abandoned by her parents and left in a dustbin outside a Pune orphanage. She was rescued and adopted by an Australian couple, who renamed her Lisa and raised her in Sydney. Taught cricket by her father, she advanced from backyard games to becoming a global cricket star. Lisa led Australia’s women’s team to multiple World Cup victories and became one of the sport’s most celebrated all-rounders.