Overview

Indonesian tennis player Janice Tjen created history by winning the WTA 250 Chennai Open 2025, securing her maiden WTA Tour title. The 23-year-old became the first Indonesian woman in 23 years to win a WTA event, marking a major milestone for Indonesian tennis.

• Bangladesh’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has declared former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina a fugitive in a major sedition case linked to the online platform “Joy Bangla Brigade.” Now living in exile in India after being ousted in August 2024, Hasina faces allegations of orchestrating anti-state activities from abroad. The CID’s move follows formal approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs under Section 196 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), which mandates government consent before any sedition proceedings.

• New Zealand’s iconic batsman and captain, Kane Williamson, has announced his retirement from Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), concluding a distinguished career in the shortest format. The 35-year-old’s decision comes as part of New Zealand’s effort to rebuild ahead of the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, ensuring a smooth transition for younger players.

• The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment has launched the Employee Enrolment Scheme (EES) 2025, a six-month initiative designed to bring unregistered employees under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) framework. The scheme, active from November 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, aims to simplify EPF compliance, promote formal employment, and encourage voluntary regularisation by employers.

• Indian tennis legend Rohan Bopanna has officially retired from professional tennis, concluding a remarkable 22-year international career that redefined doubles excellence and brought global recognition to Indian tennis. The 45-year-old announced his retirement after his final appearance at the Paris Masters 1000, where he partnered Alexander Bublik.