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India Backs UN Resolution Calling for End to US Embargo on Cuba

The measure was passed with 130 votes in favour, 17 against and 25 abstentions

Maharashtra MLC elections 2026: BJP suffers setback as Congress wins Nagpur graduates' seat

In a big setback for Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress has won the Nagpur graduates' seat, the sitting MLC Abhijeet Wanjari defeated his clo

Iran in Talks with Mediators to Implement 7-Day Plan to End War: Araghchi

In a statement posted on X, Araghchi affirmed that Tehran remains committed to diplomatic efforts while maintaining a high level of military read

In setback to BJP, Congress wins Nagpur MLC seat

The Congress fielded sitting MLC Abhijeet Wanjari, who secured 67,231 votes, while the BJP fielded former MLA Sudhakar Kohale, who secured 63,960

Morning Digest: Heavy rain hits 17 Odisha districts amid Cyclone Arnab; 64.5 lakh voters potentially missing from Karnataka rolls, most young, and more

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Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: APL Apollo Tubes(2,165)

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: APL Apollo Tubes eyes a breakout above 2,260 as bullish momentum returns; traders can consider buying with stop

ED attaches land, buildings of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur in money laundering case

ED found that funds meant for public works were diverted to the University, government works were executed on its private campus, and funds from

Antarctic Sea ice decline makes key ocean water mass saltier, raises warming concerns

Nike launches exclusive running shoe for India

NEW YORK - Nike unveiled on Wednesday its first-ever running shoe designed specifically for India, marking the sportswear giant's latest bid to r

Massive fire breaks out at Asian Paints showroom in Godhra, no casualties reported

A massive fire broke out at an Asian Paints showroom in Godhra, Gujarat, leaving the showroom completely gutted. The fire brigade team rushed to

Data of 1000+ US Homeland Security workers leaked

Delhi HC refuses to entertain plea seeking 50 crore compensation for misery due to CJPs protests

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said several petitions had been filed in the Supreme Court by small traders who claimed their livelihoods had come

Airline groups urge US CDC to reconsider Ebola declaration requirements

Major American and foreign airlines have urged the CDC to reconsider upcoming travel rules concerning Ebola. They argue that the requirement for

Air Force Golf Course shut as Centre moves to reclaim prime land in Lutyens Delhi

A senior Defence Ministry official confirmed that a survey of the land had been completed and notices had been served

Vaibhav heads out: Ashwins blunt call on Sooryavanshi if Ishan Kishan returns

Ravichandran Ashwin has urged fans and experts to be patient with young player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He believes Sooryavanshi showcased his talen

IN-SPACe picks 6 AI space projects for grants of up to Rs 1-cr each

US Iran war: Vance sends letter to Tehran hard-liner in bid to revive peace talks as Trump threatens strikes

US Vice President JD Vance has reached out to Mohsen Rezaei in hopes of opening negotiations with Iran. This initiative comes as President Trump

Best of Opinion: Small exporters need govt support in the face of CBAM

Today's editorials and columns examine India's financial sector, gender gaps in apprenticeships, UK-EU carbon-border rules, China's economic vuln

Election Commission reviews Punjab poll readiness for 2027 elections

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Four friends turned homemade cinnamon rolls into a $7m business on Target shelves

Sunshine Buns has successfully secured $7 million in Series A funding, allowing them to broaden their store presence. Founded by four friends usi

Defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro and his family land in Miami after fleeing Brazil

Flavio Bolsonaro arrived in Miami alongside his family after fleeing Brazil following his election defeat. He traveled through Argentina and Ecua

Guess how many seats Congress won: PM Modi

Maratha activist urges Shinde and Fadnavis to probe

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Working in UK? Per diem payments are not taxed

Spain train collision sparks protests, calls for transport ministers resignation

Karnataka SIR: 64.5 lakh voters potentially missing in rolls, majority of them young

Elector-to-population ratio released officially by Karnataka CEO shows under-enrolment of about 64.5 lakh electors, of whom roughly 38.41 lakh ar

Alphabet shares fall over 10% after earnings miss as AI spending drives cash burn

Rising infrastructure costs and weaker-than-expected advertising revenue weighed on the technology giant, even as its cloud business expanded rap

Bihar Cabinet approves MOU between WRD & NIH, Roorkee for Flood Plain Zone Delineation Study

Cabinet approves 115 acres of land for a sugar mill and 151.58 acres for other industries. 12 crore approved for Bihar State Games 2026. Nod for

Assam opposition leader backs government crackdown on child marriage

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Arab parties claim kingmaker status in Israel elections

Joint list open to Eisenkot minority government; Ra'am's Abbas says 'everyone talking to us'

AAP threatens protest if Delhi govt does not withdraw home alcohol delivery policy in 24 hours

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Florida man pays HOA debt five days after home auction; court overturns sale cancellation

Ageing muscles sacrifice strength to protect cells, study finds

Researchers have identified a mitochondrial molecule that could help explain muscle decline and point towards potential treatments for age-relate

Israel poll results deadlocked amid historic showing by Arab parties

Assam CM holds key meetings in Dibrugarh on indigenous land rights

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Assam CM launches Rs 8 crore projects and digital app in Tinsukia

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On debut, Jio 2nd most valuable company, behind only parent Reliance Industries

Scientists spot icy object beyond Pluto that could be a new dwarf planet

The discovery highlights how advanced telescopes are helping astronomers uncover distant icy worlds and deepen understanding of the solar system.

Monitor welfare schemes closely: PM Modi to chief secretaries

US teachers rethink homework and exams as AI chatbots reshape classrooms

From oral examinations to handwritten essays, educators are redesigning classroom assessments to understand what students know and how they think

SC summons Sanjay Raut in contempt case

Fed holds interest rates steady at 3.9% as US inflation remains elevated

With inflation above target and borrowing costs squeezing homebuyers, policymakers face mounting pressure to balance price stability with economi

Yet to test legality of logical discrepancy in SIR: Supreme Court

Telangana Government Submits Drought Report to Central Authorities

Telanganas Deputy Chief Minister reports on drought conditions and outlines government strategies to manage the crisis. Telangana Government Subm

News from the world of Education: October 29, 2026

Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more

Major fire destroys shops in Vasco; Goa CM pledges support

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Historian Charles Greig donated 50 paintings and watercolours to Tate; from colonial India

Texas barber returns $128,514 found at ATM despite rent struggles

Georgia siblings fight over 95-year-old mother's care and assets; court backs daughter

NDA wins 16 of 28 seats, Congress falters in MLC polls

Police Crack Down on Drug Traffickers in Kupwara, Arrest One with Over a Kilogram of Charas

Kupwara police seize over a kilogram of charas and arrest a suspect in ongoing drug trafficking crackdown. Police Crack Down on Drug Traffickers

Rahul lashes out at government over Tatas, FM Nirmala Sitharaman hits back

In SC, biological women oppose equal rights for transgender women

Gujarat Police Cracks Down on Medical Stores for NDPS Violations

Gujarats anti-narcotics task force inspects 213 medical stores, issuing 25 notices for NDPS violations in a week-long operation. Gujarat Police C

Rajasthan Panchayat Elections Witness 64.32% Voter Turnout; Batadu Leads with 78.30%

Rajasthans Panchayat elections saw a 64.32% turnout, with Batadu achieving the highest at 78.30%. Voting faced minor disruptions due to EVM issue

Government open to media suggestions on Digital Personal Data Protection Act, promises to uphold press freedom

The Government of India is willing to consider suggestions from news organisations about the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. Ashwini Vaishn

Forest panel rejects Uttarakhand HC relocation plan again over forest land concerns

The committee directed the State government to explore the possibility of locating the proposed project on suitable non-forest land before pursui

Haryana BJP Leader Accuses Congress of Misleading Public on Voter List Updates

Archana Gupta criticizes Congress for misleading voters about the special voter list revision process in Haryana. Haryana BJP Leader Accuses Cong

The UK plans to send giant robotic claws into orbit to grab two dead satellites; 2029 mission

Delhi HC rejects PIL against passport fee hike for NRIs

Maui Estate Fetches $18.5 Million: Renovated Makena home tops 2026 sale; big price cut reflects cooling market

NCP leader challenges Sunetra Pawars decision to appoint a new national chief spokesperson

Brijmohan Shrivastav claimed that the previously raised queries about her appointment as the national president were still unresolved

Two California brothers face 35 felony charges each after hundreds complain of unfinished homes

Centres Diwali gift to pensioners, staff: 3% DA hike

Amy Poehler wants more kissing scenes in The Pitt

Digital Desk | Los Angeles, Oct 29 (IANS) Hollywood actress Amy Poehler feels that her hit medical drama The Pitt needs a more dosage of romance.

Nagaland Governor Advocates for Improved Road Connectivity with Myanmar to Boost Trade

Nagalands Governor emphasizes better road links with Myanmar to enhance trade and economic opportunities in Meluri district. Nagaland Governor Ad

Bolsonaro declares himself Brazils true president, vows to lead opposition from US

Union Cabinet approves 10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Scheme to boost India's production

The Union Cabinet has approved significant schemes to enhance India's manufacturing infrastructure and capacity. The 10,000 crore Container Manuf

Austen again? Make it worth our while

Another Sense and Sensibility must prove it has more to say than its predecessors

Heck of a family fight: Kevin Warsh signals dissent in FOMC committee as Fed holds rates steady

Heck of a family fight: Kevin Warsh signals dissent in FOMC committee as Fed holds rates steady

Pakistan minister invites Punjab CM Mann

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann had said that he wished to accept the invitation from the organisers of the Lahore International Punjabi Conference in La

Rahul Gandhi politicising commercial and legal matters: Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to Rahul Gandhi's comments on the Tata group, accusing him of politicisation. She emphasised the go

Bihar MLC polls: Upper caste candidates dominate election results

The Opposition Congress party which had put up its candidates on five seats has failed to win even a single seat in the elections

Privacy law doesnt infringe upon press freedom: IT & I&B minister

Cabinet reshuffle triggers political row: BJP accuses Omar of targeting Hindus; Dy CM hits back

The BJP has accused Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of targeting Hindus and neglecting the Jammu region in the latest Cabinet reshuffle, alleging in

They're fine people: Trump admin opens door for Bolsonaro; Inside his secretive Brazil exit

Alka Lamba Calls for Resignation of Chief Election Commissioner at November Rally

Alka Lamba announces a major rally on November 1 to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, addressing key electoral

Railways to turn off charging points in trains during night

The Railway Boards renewed insistence on implementing the measure follows a recent incident in the South Eastern Railway zone. Railway staff repo

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Guess how many seats Congress won?: PM Modi's swipe at party's performance in MLC polls

The BJP also criticised Congress, with MP Sudhanshu Trivedi accusing Rahul Gandhi of making false allegations about India's electoral process.

California GOP governor hopeful proposes abolishing DMV. Polls have him down 20+ points

Republican Steve Hilton has rolled out a new policy proposal or ad nearly every day, while Democrat Xavier Becerra has offered few specifics.

Cancer drug price cap: Thiotepa gets 91% cut, Keytruda remains at Rs 2.16 lakh [see revised prices]

The highest reductions were seen in the chemotherapy medicines Thiotepa for which the price goes down from Rs 80,071 to Rs 7,150 for a 100mg vial

Hrithik Roshan pens romantic note for ex-wife Sussanne Khan; fans question their post-divorce equation

Hrithik Roshan penned a heartfelt note for his ex-wife Sussanne Khan, leaving fans surprised by their cordial bond post-divorce. Netizens questio

Astroguide for Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Union cabinet approves 3% DA hike for 11.6 million central employees and pensioners, effective July 1

On Wednesday, the Union cabinet approved a 3% increase in dearness allowance for employees and pensioners. This increase is expected to benefit o

Baba Ramdev Accuses Organized Attacks on Sanatan Dharma

Baba Ramdev claims systematic attacks on Sanatan Dharma, alleging misinformation about Hindu deities during a press conference in Haridwar. Baba

In 2012 and 2013, Maine removed two old Penobscot River dams to restore migratory routes; by September 2026, the Milford fish lift had counted a preliminary 5.85 million river herring returning upstream

Assam arrests over 500 in renewed crackdown on child marriage

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Sensitive US tech to Pak could end up in third country: Rajnath warns Hegseth

Australian couple sells 1832 Georgian Mansion for A$1.6M after 14 years