Uttar Pradesh faces a scorching, nearly rainless October 2025 with just 37 mm of rain and 11.7 hours of daily sun, as temperatures swing from 33°C to 16°C. No cyclones expected, but heat stress and water concerns are rising.
At 38, Asif Khan Afridi became Pakistan's third-oldest Test debutant, sparking debate on age, resilience, and future bowling options.
India's women lost the series to Australia and were hit with a 10% fine for a slow over-rate, as captain Harmanpreet Kaur accepted the penalty.
Heavy rainfall on Oct 5, 2025 triggers deaths, floods and landslides across Bihar, Darjeeling and Nepal, prompting emergency relief and warnings from officials.