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1. Changing fortunes of India's royals Express Tribune · 3 Nov 2026

   In a sprawling palace in western India, the "queen" or Maharani of Baroda welcomes guests with fragrant rose petals, presenting torchlit dances of Hindu myths. Dressed in glittering finery, Radhikaraje Gaekwad is a queen in name only, a modern businesswoman presiding over a world her ancestors once…

2. Busari lauds flamingos’ resilience after Venezuela win Punch · 3 Nov 2026

   Nigeria’s Flamingos head coach, Akeem Busari, has praised his players’ resilience following their dramatic victory over Venezuela in the U-17 World Cup. Read More: https://punchng.com/busari-lauds-flamingos-resilience-after-venezuela-win/

3. Man dies in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash Punch · 3 Nov 2026

   A man has died in a fatal accident involving a Mercedes-Benz, a bus, and a hit-and-run trailer on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Magboro, Ogun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-dies-in-lagos-ibadan-expressway-crash/

4. Osimhen, Haaland my favourite strikers – Ideye Punch · 3 Nov 2026

   Former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye names Victor Osimhen and Erling Haaland as his favourite strikers, saying modern football is about scoring goals. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-haaland-my-favourite-strikers-ideye/

5. Blasts heard in southern Iran Middle East Eye · 3 Nov 2026

   Blasts heard in southern Iran Explosions were heard overnight in southern Iran, according to several local reports. The blasts were reported on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz as well as ones heard in the coastal city of Bandar Lengeh in Hormozgan province.

6. Sadiq’s return delights Aguirre after Valencia win Punch · 3 Nov 2026

   Valencia coach Javier Aguirre has described Umar Sadiq’s return from injury as great news after the Super Eagles striker scored the winner against Elche. Read More: https://punchng.com/sadiqs-return-delights-aguirre-after-valencia-win/

7. Onyedika happy with first Bundesliga goal Punch · 3 Nov 2026

   Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has expressed delight after scoring his first Bundesliga goal for Eintracht Frankfurt in their 3-1 win over Hambur Read More: https://punchng.com/onyedika-happy-with-first-bundesliga-goal/

8. Bursaspor coach backs Iheanacho after scoring streak ends Punch · 3 Nov 2026

   Bursaspor manager Mustafa Er has defended Kelechi Iheanacho after the striker’s record 12-game scoring streak ended in a 3-0 win over Bandırmaspor. Read More: https://punchng.com/bursaspor-coach-backs-iheanacho-after-scoring-streak-ends/

9. Lookman battles Bayern as Slavia Eagles host EPL champions Arsenal Punch · 3 Nov 2026

   Nigerian players including Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and others are set for UEFA Champions League matchday four action with their respective clubs. Read More: https://punchng.com/lookman-battles-bayern-as-slavia-eagles-host-epl-champions-arsenal/

10. Lagos woman demands justice over husband’s disappearance Punch · 3 Nov 2026

    A Lagos woman is demanding justice over the disappearance of her husband, who she alleges was arrested by defunct SARS operatives in Anambra nine years ago Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-woman-demands-justice-over-husbands-disappearance/