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Neeraj Chopra ruled out for 2026 with ankle ligament tear, to miss Asian Games
Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra has sustained an ankle ligament tear during training. This unfortunate injury rules him out of the remaining 2026 season events. He will also miss the upcoming Asian Games in Japan where he was defending champion. Chopra's withdrawal impacts India's javelin competition prospects significantly. His focus now shifts to a full recovery and a stronger comeback.
Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy 2025 is the finest in the country: Shreyasi Singh
Bihar's industries minister Shreyasi Singh is working to change the state's negative perception. She detailed policies designed to attract businesses and create jobs. The minister highlighted swift land allotment and production startup times. Singh also spoke about her father's lasting influence and inspiration. She aims to build respect and trust through her public service.
Asian Games 2026: What makes them different from Olympics
The Asian Games are a major continental multi-sport event held every four years. Athletes from across Asia compete, unlike the global Olympic Games. This year's event in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, will feature 43 sports. Cricket's inclusion offers India significant medal opportunities and regional identity. The Games serve as a crucial stepping stone for athletes aiming for the Olympics.
Home Minister Amit Shah holds review meet on India's 2030 CWG preparations, 2036 Olympic bid
Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed India's future sporting event preparations. Ahmedabad will host the 2030 Commonwealth Games after two decades. The city is also bidding for the 2036 Olympic Games. Preparations for the 2029 Police and Fire Games are also underway. India aims to become a global sporting destination through these events.
GTA 6 preview drops on Netflix: Guns, car chases, Vice City and Jason-Lucia’s Bonnie and Clyde story revealed
GTA 6 has debuted on Netflix with a 26-minute preview ahead of its November 19 release, offering fans a closer look at Jason and Lucia, Vice City, guns, shootouts and car chases. The GTA 6 preview comes after recent leaks that prompted Rockstar Games to seek court orders against Microsoft and Discord as anticipation grows for the highly awaited game.
A New Hampshire eighth grader with underdeveloped fingers couldn't use a VR controller normally, so he invented his own adaptive device that lets him play
At just fourteen, Scott Merrow engineered a groundbreaking adaptive VR controller to accommodate his symbrachydactyly condition. Featuring a custom 3D-printed sleeve armed with pressure sensors, this inventive device allows users to translate their arm movements seamlessly into game commands. Garnering second place in a regional contest, Scott is now on a mission to motivate others with physical challenges, championing resilience and the power of creative problem-solving.
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Winners of the ET Startup Awards 2026; Groww vs Zerodha
Groww won the top prize at the 12th edition of the Economic Times Startup Awards. The list of other winners, and more, in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Dream11 completes pivot away from being a gaming platform
The move comes a year after the government’s ban on online money games forced Dream11 and other real-money gaming (RMG) companies to discontinue their core offerings. Dream11 said it has discontinued all prizes on the platform and will focus on sports content, live streaming, statistics, scores, commentary, community features, experiences and social contests.
Dream11 completes pivot, no longer a gaming app
Dream11 has shifted to a global sports engagement platform, discontinuing all prizes. This move follows India's 2025 Online Gaming Act banning real-money games. The company now focuses on content, streaming, and community features for users. This transition impacts its sponsorship deals, including with the BCCI. Dream11 aims to offer personalized, multi-sport content to a worldwide audience.
Meta settlement opens new front in global fight over social media harm
Meta's up to $18 billion settlement with nearly 50 US states over social media harm to teenagers has opened a new front in a global government fight to protect children and curb addiction to platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
‘Mera aur Cyber Cell ka purana rishta hai’: Samay Raina jokes about ‘Latent’ row before CM Devendra Fadnavis felicitation
Samay Raina joked about his “purana rishta” with Maharashtra Cyber while being felicitated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for his contribution to a cyber-awareness campaign. The comedian also spoke about the 1930 helpline as Maharashtra Cyber launched its Digital Arrest short film and anthem to warn citizens about online scams.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Full Schedule: Check match dates, timings, fixtures and India squads led by Shreyas Iyer and Harmanpreet Kaur
The schedules for cricket competitions at the Asian Games 2026, set to take place in Japan, have just been announced. India’s men’s and women’s teams, defending champions for both tournaments, will mark their participation soon. The women kick off their campaign on September 17, facing hosts Japan the following day, while the men’s squad enters directly into the quarter-finals on September 28.
Ananta game release date in India: When will NetEase’s open-world RPG launch on mobile?
Ananta Game Release Date in india Mobile: Ananta, the highly anticipated open-world action RPG from NetEase Games and Naked Rain, will launch on January 15, 2027. The game is expected to release in India as part of its global launch across PS5, PC, iOS and Android.
AI Onam: Kerala’s Maveli takes a robo avatar this year
Unitree G1 Edu, an AI-powered humanoid robot developed by Chinese firm Unitree Robotics, dressed as Mahabali, or Maveli, greets visitors at Kochi’s Forum Mall and has gained traction on social media.
Ace weightlifter Mirabai Chanu bracing for Olympic-level competition at Asian Games next month
Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu prepares for a challenging Asian Games competition. She aims to secure the one major medal missing from her career. Chanu is diligently following a rigorous training regimen to stay injury-free. She has set a personal challenge not to return home until winning a medal. The athlete is also planning for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Asian Games organisers looking to reduce numbers as registrations exceed target
Asian Games organizers in Japan are seeking to reduce participant numbers for the upcoming event after registrations surpassed the projected 15,000, reaching approximately 17,000. This surge, including 11,000 athletes and 6,000 officials, could strain accommodation plans as the Games will not feature a traditional athletes' village. Organizers are in discussions with the Olympic Council of Asia to find a solution for the excess entries.
Vandan Sawai: This 15-year-old from Delhi beat world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen before bed, but isn't sure about a career in chess
Fifteen-year-old Vandan Alankar Sawai from Delhi stunned the chess world by defeating the legendary Magnus Carlsen in an online tournament on August 18. Initially hesitant to compete, Vandan's parents were the first to reveal his incredible achievement after checking the results. Besides his chess skills, he is also a high achiever academically and is pondering various career options for the future.
Khalistani separatist Pannun says FBI has warned him of new threat on his life
Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun has been reportedly warned by the FBI and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. This warning comes as Indian national Nikhil Gupta is set for sentencing in connection with a previous plot.
Hungry for more! Harmanpreet Kaur says winnng culture taking shape ahead of Asia Cup, Asian Games
Indian women cricketers are eager for more accolades as they set their sights on the approaching Asia Cup in the UAE and the Asian Games. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur emphasizes the emergence of a strong winning culture in the team. With aspirations to reclaim the Asia Cup and retain their title at the Asian Games, they are committed to delivering exceptional cricket for their country.
3,400 kiss marks in four hours: Girlfriend covers Gwalior man's car in lipstick, then cops show up with ₹5,500 fine and a car wash
A viral car makeover in Gwalior has landed its owner in trouble after his girlfriend covered the vehicle with around 3,400 lipstick kiss marks. Traffic police traced the car through its viral image, seized it and imposed a ₹5,500 fine, while also ordering the lipstick marks to be removed. The incident has sparked attention online over the risks of following social media trends on public roads.
Fino Payments Bank board extends tenure of interim CEO by another three months
Fino Payments Bank's board approved an interim CEO tenure extension. Ketan Merchant's role as interim MD and CEO will continue. This extension requires approval from the Reserve Bank of India. Merchant took charge after Rishi Gupta's arrest in February. Gupta faced allegations related to GST law violations.
India vs Argentina Hockey World Cup 2026 Live Streaming: When and where to watch the do-or-die clash for India's semi-final qualification hopes
India vs Argentina Hockey World Cup 2026 Live Streaming: India face Argentina in a crucial FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Pool E match on August 24 in Amstelveen, with their semi-final hopes on the line. Here’s everything fans need to know about the India vs Argentina match, including start time, live streaming on JioHotstar, TV channels, squad details and qualification scenarios.
India’s Asian Games squad: No room for athletes outside selection criteria
India’s Sports Ministry has ruled out adding athletes who fail the announced Asian Games selection criteria, despite pressure from supporters and parents. The 492 member contingent for the 2026 Aichi Nagoya Asian Games includes 73 athletes from athletics. The ministry says only athletes with a realistic medal chance and those ranked among Asia’s top six will be selected.
Rohit Sharma joins LightFury Games as investor; eCricket closed beta to begin in September
Rohit Sharma has joined LightFury Games as an investor and officially licensed player in its upcoming cricket title, eCricket. The game will enter closed beta in September 2026, with over 300,000 sign-ups. Rohit becomes the eighth marquee cricketer to invest in the studio, alongside MS Dhoni, Jasprit Bumrah and others.
From Australia to Europe, countries move to curb children's social media access
Below is a summary of what countries and companies are doing to regulate access to social media amid mounting concerns over the impact of social media on children's health and safety.
Manipur honours Mirabai Chanu, Glasgow Commonwealth Games medallists
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh honored Commonwealth Games athletes. He also distributed appointment letters to National Games gold medal winners. Saikhom Mirabai Chanu received recognition for her weightlifting achievements. Cash rewards and certificates were given to various medalists and participants. This event celebrated sporting excellence and motivated future athletes.
Participants at MeitY child safety consultation call for regulation beyond content takedowns
Participants said there was no demand for a blanket ban on social media. Instead, discussions centred on defining and enforcing “safety by design” standards for digital platforms, including measures to prevent children from being exposed to addictive features, excessive screen use, grooming and other risks.
Fortnite servers down for v42.00 update: When will Chapter 7 Season 4 go live?
Fortnite servers are currently down as the v42.00 update and Chapter 7 Season 4, named 'Override,' are underway. This scheduled maintenance started early today and will likely take several hours to complete. Players can look forward to exciting map alterations and new gameplay features, along with thrilling crossover content featuring Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man. Once Epic Games finishes the maintenance, access will be restored.
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