Anton Roux, currently serving as Sri Lanka’s national fielding coach, announced on Wednesday that he is stepping down from the role. Roux, who played first-class cricket for South Africa and coached the Netherlands, became Sri Lanka’s national fielding coach in March 2022.

"On the 14th of August 2024, I decided to step down from my role as the National Fielding Coach for Sri Lanka Cricket. This week will be my last with SLC as I finish my handover. It has been an immense honour and a truly humbling experience to serve the Sri Lankan national cricket team. I will forever cherish the memories and experiences that came with this journey.”

"Witnessing the resilience and unity of the Sri Lankan people during times of crisis, especially during the incredible series win against Australia on home soil, was a testament to what this nation, and team, can achieve when it comes together. The electric atmosphere, the passion of the fans, and the triumphs on the field will remain etched in my memory," wrote Roux in a post on LinkedIn.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi and his Mexican counterpart Alicia Barcena have expressed their countries' support for a ceasefire in Gaza.

In a phone call on Tuesday, the two sides also called for the continuation of bilateral political talks and consultations, according to a statement released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry, news agency reported.

Barcena said her country supported the achievement of a truce in Gaza and maintained that the violence and bloodshed in the Palestinian coastal enclave should end as soon as possible.

Many parts of Laos have been affected by flooding and landslides, causing significant damage and leaving many residents stranded and severely affected.

Tropical storm Yagi has brought prolonged heavy rainfall, particularly impacting northern provinces, with Luang Namtha among the worst-affected areas, news agency reported quoting Laos National Radio.

In Luang Namtha, homes were damaged, while personal belongings were lost. Many people shared videos and images through social media platforms, showing residents stranded in their homes and taking refuge on roofs to escape the rising waters. The province is experiencing significant river overflows from major water bodies. The rapid rise in water levels has resulted in widespread flooding, particularly in low-lying areas.

The Australian Army has begun trials of an uncrewed robot, nicknamed GUS (Ground Uncrewed System), which can potentially replace soldiers in risky areas and do the required observation in near future.

"Soldiers from the Australian Army's Regional Force Surveillance Group (RFSG) Pilbara Regiment are trialling an uncrewed robot," Australia's Defence Ministry announced Wednesday.

According to the ministry, the Australian-developed surveillance robot is equipped with cameras and sensors capable of providing persistent surveillance for more than 30 continuous days using battery power. An on-board liquid fuel generator recharges the battery when it is low to extend GUS's mission endurance even further.

The production-linked incentive (PLI) Auto scheme has helped generate more than 30,000 jobs till March this year, the government has said.

The PLI Auto scheme attracted Rs 74,850 crore in proposed investments, with Rs 17,896 crore already invested, according to Union Heavy Industries Minister HD Kumaraswamy.

Speaking at the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers’ (SIAM) event in the national capital, the minister said the government is committed to the growth of automobile and auto components and advanced cell chemistry sector.

An encounter between security forces and terrorists broke out in J&K's Udhampur district on Wednesday afternoon, officials said.

Officials said that the gunfight was taking place in Khandara Top of Basantgarh area in Udhampur.

"A joint team of local police and army launched a cordon and search operation in Khandara Top of Basantgarh. As the joint team of security forces came close to the hiding terrorists, they fired upon the security forces, triggering an encounter," an official said.

Further details about this operation are still emerging.

The 2024/25 Irani Cup game, which was supposed to be held in Mumbai from October 1 to 5, has been shifted to Lucknow. The match will be played between current Ranji Trophy winners Mumbai and a Rest of the India side selected by the national selection committee.

Several officials in the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) have confirmed to IANS on Wednesday that they will be hosting the Irani Cup game, which will be played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. As of now, the venue is hosting second season of the six-team UPT20 League.

A court here on Wednesday extended till September 25 the judicial custody of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the alleged liquor policy scam.

CM Kejriwal was produced before the Rouse Avenue Court through video conferencing from Tihar Jail upon the expiry of previously granted judicial custody.

In a brief hearing, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) assured the court that it would supply the soft copy of the charge sheet to the accused and would provide the hard copy within 3-4 days.

A division bench of the Delhi High Court on Wednesday refused to interfere with a directive requiring low-cost carrier SpiceJet to ground three engines over the failure of payment of lessors.

Earlier, a single-judge bench of Justice Manmeet Singh Arora asked the debt-ridden airline to ground three engines by February 16, apart from taking steps to ensure that the engines are re-delivered to lessors within 15 days.

Challenging the single-judge bench’s order, SpiceJet moved an appeal before the division bench of the Delhi High Court and prayed for an urgent hearing.

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said it is highly unlikely that he will bowl in the upcoming three-match T20I series against England, citing the wealth of all-round options in the visitors’ line-up.

Marsh hasn't bowled after suffering a hamstring tear during his time with Delhi Capitals in 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL). He didn't bowl at all in Australia’s campaign during this year’s T20 World Cup in June.

But with Australia’s squad having Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie and Marcus Stoinis as seam-bowling options, along with Travis Head and Cooper Connolly having the ability to chip in with a couple of overs of spin-bowling, one won’t be surprised if Marsh doesn’t bowl against England.