California's 750-acre Irvine Lake to be drained for five years of dam repairs

Harmanpreet Kaur’s 91 powers India to 3-0 T20I series sweep against Zimbabwe

India's women's cricket team displayed sheer dominance against Zimbabwe, clinching the third T20I by a commanding 92 runs. With Shafali Verma and Harmanpreet Kaur leading the charge, scoring 69 and 91 respectively, Zimbabwe struggled in the chase, ending at 124/7 after facing early setbacks. Nandani Sharma's stellar three-wicket performance solidified the win, marking an impressive 11-match T20I winning streak.

Delhi Dussehra event burns 30-foot cockroach effigy, drawing political reactions

During Dussehra celebrations in Delhi, a 30-foot cockroach effigy was set on fire alongside the usual Ravan effigies. Organizers said the figure represented filth and was meant to promote cleanliness as part of health awareness efforts. Members of the Cockroach Janta Party responded sharply, arguing the move gave them free publicity. Delhi minister Kapil Mishra said cockroaches stand for chaos and filth, which he described as reflecting public sentiment.

Victorian Camera Found in Oxfordshire Loft Sells for £18,000 at Auction

A rare Victorian camera made of mahogany and brass was discovered during a house clearance in Oxfordshire. It had been stored away for nearly 30 years before being found. Strong interest from collectors drove the auction price to £18,000. The seller plans to give the proceeds to wildlife conservation charities in honour of their late father, a keen nature lover who photographed local wildlife.

‘Shouldn’t have come if unwell’: Uttarakhand Minister hits back as Daler Mehndi row escalates