Find today's news in pics from India and around the world for October 30, 2026
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From mock missiles on a shopping cart to students marching for “the future”, Friday’s protests put Italy’s cost-of-living pressures and opposition to military spending on the streets of Rome and Milan.
In the India vs New Zealand 4th T20I at Eden Park, Auckland, on October 30, 2026, New Zealand snapped a three-match losing streak with a commanding 87-run win over India. Asked to bat first, the Black Caps racked up a record total of 259/7. Glenn Phillips spearheaded the assault with a blistering 107 off 49 balls, featuring 10 sixes, while Michael Bracewell smashed a rapid 65 off 25 deliveries. Mayank Yadav was the pick of India's bowlers with 3/48. India’s record chase sputtered immediately as Jacob Duffy removed Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan in the first over, leaving the visitors at 4/2. Continuous wickets thwarted any momentum, with Tilak Varma top-scoring at 35. Duffy ended with 4/23 as India were restricted to 172/9. Despite the loss, India retain a 3-1 series lead.
Residents in parts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh dealt with flooded streets, submerged vehicles and blocked roads on Thursday, October 29, as Cyclone Arnab triggered flash floods across the region. In Bhanjanagar, fire personnel rescued a woman stranded at Budhi Thakurani Temple, while rescue workers cleared fallen trees in Ganjam, Gajapati and Elamanchili. People waded through floodwater in Gajapati and Berhampur, where aerial views showed large areas under water. In Srikakulam, SDRF personnel evacuated residents from waterlogged areas, while floodwaters covered sections of the Howrah-Chennai railway track, disrupting a key rail route.
Australia hold the upper hand in Cape Town after a gripping day three, leaving South Africa struggling at 140/4 in their second innings. Josh Inglis anchored Australia's first innings with a brilliant 102, aided by Alex Carey's 80, as the visitors scored 429 runs in the first innings to take a 100-run lead. South Africa's top order faltered once more against a sharp Mitchell Starc, who claimed two quick wickets. Temba Bavuma fought valiantly, but Nathan Lyon trapped him bowled just before stumps. With the Newlands pitch starting to trick batsmen, South Africa face an uphill battle to save the match. South Africa's first innings was wrapped up on 329.
England secured a consolation win in Lahore, defending 386/5 to bowl Sri Lanka out for 331. Ben Duckett starred with a career-best 167 off 132 balls, backed by Tom Banton’s 74, to post England's mammoth total. In response, Pavan Rathnayake kept Sri Lanka in the hunt with a magnificent 118 off 77. However, a dramatic late collapse saw the visitors lose their final five wickets for just 16 runs. Liam Dawson was the pick of the bowlers with 4/49, dismantling the middle order and sparking a flurry of wickets as England held their nerve to wrap up a 55-run victory.
Jamia Millia Islamia students celebrate after JMI issued an order which said the competent authority had considered a request letter submitted by the students and issued directions regarding the implementation of the Jamia Millia Islamia Students' Union (JMISU) constitution, conduct of elections and withdrawal of disciplinary action against protesters
From women performing rituals in cities across India to a celebrity gathering at Anil Kapoor’s residence in Mumbai, Karwa Chauth was celebrated on Thursday
Seawater spilled into streets, homes and businesses as king tides flooded beach communities on both US coasts this week. From California to Florida and the Carolinas
Manchester City edged past Brighton 4-3 on penalties to advance to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals following an entertaining 2-2 draw at the Etihad Stadium. Brighton took the lead twice through Malick Yalcouyé in the 30th minute and Georginio Rutter shortly after half-time, but City responded on both occasions with goals from Mateo Kovačić and young defender Vitor Reis. With the tie level after 90 minutes, goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli turned hero in the penalty shootout, saving spot-kicks from Yasin Ayari and Lewis Dunk to seal City's passage into the last eight.
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