Ravindra Jadeja joined an elite list of Indian cricketers after scoring his sixth Test century against West Indies in Ahmedabad. With this, he became only the third Indian after Kapil Dev and Ravichandran Ashwin to record at least six Test centuries and six five-wicket hauls. Jadeja scored 104 runs from 176 balls, hitting six fours and five sixes. He also shared a 206-run partnership with Dhruv Jurel, who scored his maiden century. India ended the second day at 448 for five, leading West Indies by 286 runs. Jadeja also overtook MS Dhoni’s record of most sixes in Tests for India. (PC: BCCI)

The death toll from the catastrophic collapse of a building at Al Khoziny Islamic boarding school in Sidoarjo, East Java, has risen to 14. Rescue operations, which began on Monday, continue as crews recover bodies from the rubble. Approximately 50 students remain unaccounted for, and authorities fear the number of fatalities may increase. The collapse occurred during late-afternoon prayers in a mosque located on the lower floor of a building under construction. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency has confirmed that the recovery efforts are expected to be completed by the end of Saturday. (PC: AP)  

Telugu cinema stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have reportedly got engaged in a private ceremony attended by close family, fueling excitement among fans. Sources suggest their wedding is planned for February 2026, though the couple has not publicly confirmed the news. The pair, who have shared screen space in hits like Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade, have long been linked by media and fans alike. Social media has erupted with congratulations, celebrating the high-profile couple. Industry insiders describe the engagement as a quiet family affair, keeping details under wraps ahead of the grand wedding. (PC: India Today)

Assam police have arrested Siddharth Sharma, singer Zubeen Garg’s manager, after allegations of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide. Festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta has also been named in the case. Bandmate Shekhar Jyoti Goswami told investigators that Sharma acted suspiciously before Garg’s death on September 19 in Singapore. Goswami alleged that Sharma and Mahanta poisoned Garg and tried to cover it up. He also said Garg, an expert swimmer, could not have drowned. Witnesses claimed Sharma controlled a yacht recklessly and shouted “let him go” when Garg struggled to breathe. Police are probing financial and video evidence. (PC: India Today)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday praised US President Donald Trump for his efforts in brokering peace in Gaza. His remarks came hours after Hamas agreed to release Israeli hostages under Trump’s 20-point peace plan. Modi said India “welcomes President Trump’s leadership” and called the development “a significant step forward.” Earlier, Modi had backed Trump’s plan, calling it a path to long-term peace for Palestinians and Israelis. Trump responded by urging Israel to stop bombing Gaza, saying Hamas is ready for “lasting peace.” World leaders have also welcomed the breakthrough, calling it the best chance for peace. (PC: NDTV)

US President Donald Trump urged Israel to stop bombing Gaza after Hamas said it would release all remaining Israeli hostages. Hamas accepted key parts of Trump’s 20-point peace plan but asked for further talks on some issues. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is preparing to begin the first phase of the plan. Trump said he believes Hamas is “ready for a lasting peace.” World leaders, including the UN, UK, France, Germany, Turkey, Italy, and Canada, welcomed the step and urged all sides to seize the chance for peace and ceasefire. (PC: BBC)

A lawsuit has been filed in a San Francisco federal court against US President Donald Trump’s new H-1B visa fee order. Trump directed a $100,000 one-time fee for H-1B applications, far higher than the usual $2,000–$5,000. The lawsuit, filed by unions, employers, and religious groups, says Trump “has no authority” to impose fees without Congress. Plaintiffs argue the move is unlawful, stifles innovation, and forces employers to “pay to play.” They added the order “opens the door to corruption.” Tech companies and healthcare groups say the hike will hurt hiring foreign workers in key industries. (PC: HT)

The Union Health Ministry has reminded parents and doctors that children under two years should not be given cough syrups, after 11 deaths were reported in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. The fatalities, linked to Coldref and Nextro syrups, involved kidney failure and severe complications. While tests confirmed no contamination with diethylene glycol or ethylene glycol, the Directorate General of Health Services urged strict caution. Over 1,400 children are under medical observation for possible respiratory or renal issues. Officials stressed adherence to medical guidelines to avoid further tragedies nationwide. (PC: India Today)  

India clinched the 2025 Asia Cup title by defeating Pakistan in a dramatic final, but the post-match ceremony erupted into controversy. The Indian team refused to accept the trophy or medals from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi—also Pakistan’s interior minister—citing his political role. As tensions escalated, Naqvi reportedly removed the trophy from the dais and secured it in his hotel room. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has threatened to lodge a formal protest with the ICC.   

A coalition of health care providers, religious organisations, educators and unions has filed a federal lawsuit in San Francisco to block President Donald Trump’s abrupt imposition of a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications. They argue the fee was introduced via presidential proclamation without congressional authorization or due process, making it unlawful and arbitrary. Plaintiffs warn the policy threatens hospitals, schools, research institutions and religious organisations that rely on foreign skilled talent, and could stifle U.S. innovation. (PC: Reuters)