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SportsMohammed Siraj has time to prove himself before the 2027 Cricket World Cup, but he needs regular playing opportunities and a clear role. The upcoming ODI series will indicate whether the team management considers him a key part of their World Cup plans or prefers new fast bowling options.
Aaj Tak·
SportsBrazil defeated Chile 3-0 at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, securing a quarterfinal match against the Netherlands in the World Cup. Goals from Juan, Luis Fabiano, and Robinho highlighted Brazil's dominant performance. Coach Carlos Dunga praised the team's expansive play and plans to shorten training sessions to maintain their style. Brazil showed strong confidence and room for improvement ahead of their next game.
Hindu Sport··Johannesburg
BusinessThe Union Cabinet has approved the ₹1.86 lakh crore Green Energy Corridor Phase-III (GEC-III) to enhance India's renewable energy transmission. The project allocates ₹1.36 lakh crore for intra-state transmission and ₹50,000 crore for a 50 GWh battery energy storage system. It aims to bridge geographic and temporal gaps, improving power evacuation from generation-rich states to consumption centers, supported by ₹54,082 crore central funding and viability-gap funding to attract private investment.
Hindu Business·
BusinessGlobal markets are expected to be volatile this week due to high borrowing costs, oil prices above $100 per barrel, and tighter monetary policies. Investors will focus on France's fiscal crisis, euro weakness, Brazil's election, Federal Reserve minutes, and Japan's corporate outlook to gauge inflation, growth, currency movements, and interest rate trends.
ET Markets·
BusinessNetweb Technologies shares rose up to 3.7% intraday on NSE, opening at ₹4,543 and reaching a high of ₹4,697 on October 5. The stock gained 1.13% over the past week but fell 11.07% in the last month. The broader market also rebounded, with Sensex up 452.84 points and Nifty crossing 22,500. Trading volume for Netweb was around 5.77 lakh shares.
Mint Markets·
EntertainmentThe film 'Hanuman Ansh' has caused a surge in visitors to Kainchi Dham, prompting director Vishal Chaturvedi to advise people to check conditions before visiting. He recommended alternative spiritual sites like Neem Karoli village and Vrindavan to ease overcrowding. The long weekend has increased tourist activity across Uttarakhand, with the movie's success boosting interest in the shrine.
TOI Entertainment··Uttarakhand
Aaj Tak·
Mohammed Siraj has time to prove himself before the 2027 Cricket World Cup, but he needs regular playing opportunities and a clear role. The upcoming ODI series will indicate whether the team management considers him a key part of their World Cup plans or prefers new fast bowling options.
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