October 17, 2025 – 9xm News

Shah says CM to be decided by elected MLAs; Nitish will return, retorts JDU | Patna News

PATNA: Union home minister Amit Shah said Friday that NDA allies will fight the Bihar assembly elections “under the leadership of JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar” but a decision on who will head the next govt will be taken by elected legislators, leading to JD(U) saying there was no ambiguity as Nitish Kumar would return as […]

Inside Rohit Sharma’s 3-month training and fitness regime before Australia tour

Abhishek Nayar provided an insight into how Rohit Sharma trained before leaving for Australia for the upcoming ODI series. Rohit, who was out of international cricket after the Champions Trophy, started training for the Australia tour as early as August. The former India captain was seen training with Nayar, as he shed weight with main […]

In reversal of colonial times, IAF instructors to train UK’s RAF fighter pilots

Picture source: X/Indian Air Force LONDON: In a historic reversal of colonial times, two top guns from the Indian Air Force will soon be training Royal Air Force fighter pilots in the UK.The two IAF instructors will train RAF aircrew officers who are completing flying training at No. 4 Flying Training School in RAF Valley […]

Houston Astros sign Nate Pearson to one-year, $1.35M contract; check details

The Houston Astros have made an early offseason move, signing right-handed pitcher Nate Pearson to a one-year, $1.35 million contract, according to The Athletic. This major-league deal will give Pearson, a former top prospect, a fresh chance to prove himself, possibly as a starter, in the 2026 season. Nate Pearson’s journey so far Nate Pearson […]

CEO killer Luigi Mangione’s lawyers claim Trump administration is ‘using him as a pawn’ to advance its own agenda

The defence attorneys argued in a new court filing that public comments and social media posts have denied him the right to a fair trial.The 27-year-old faces federal charges, including two counts of stalking, one count of murder through the use of a firearm, and one firearms offence in connection with the fatal shooting of […]

Trevon Diggs sidelined for Dallas Cowboys’ NFL Week 7 matchup against Washington Commanders

The Dallas Cowboys will face the Washington Commanders in their NFL Week 7 NFC East rivalry game without star cornerback Trevon Diggs. He has been ruled out due to a concussion sustained in a home accident. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer shared the news on Friday (October 17), highlighting a significant setback for an already struggling […]

Zohran Mamdani accuses Andrew Cuomo of ignoring Muslims: ‘Name a single mosque’

New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani took a jibe at former governor Andrew Cuomo on Thursday, accusing him of failing to engage with the Muslim community during his decade in office.“It took Andrew Cuomo being beaten by a Muslim candidate in the Democratic primary for him to set foot in a mosque,” Mamdani […]

‘Continued accusations about me distract Majesty’: Prince Andrew gives up his royal titles and honours

Britain’s Prince Andrew announced on Friday that he will give up the use of his title of Duke of York amidst ongoing criticism regarding his behaviour and associations with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles and second son of the late Queen Elizabeth, has seen his reputation […]

Women’s World Cup 2025: Wolvaardt, Brits shine as South Africa crush Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in rain-hit match | Cricket News

South Africa secured a commanding 10-wicket victory against Sri Lanka. The match was reduced to 20 overs due to rain. Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits remained unbeaten with half-centuries. They chased down the target of 121 runs with ease. Sri Lanka remains winless in the tournament. South Africa has now won four consecutive matches. South […]

Satwik-Chirag reach Denmark Open semis as Lakshya Sen exits in quarters

India’ star mens doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the semi-finals of the Denmark Open, while Lakshya Sen crashed out in the quarterfinal stage of the men’s singles event on Friday, October 17. Satwik-Chirag, who had won bronze at the BWF World Championships, defeated Rian Ardianto and Rahmat Hidayat 21-15, 18-21, 21-16 […]