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Mahindra Thar OG review: The Thar gets more comfortable without losing its off-road DNA

The Mahindra Thar has always traded everyday comfort for serious off-road ability. The new Thar OG changes that. It is more capable and comfortab

Stock markets decline in early trade as RBI signals more tightening

Among the 30 Sensex firms, ITC, Adani Ports, Bharat Electronics, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv and InterGlobe Aviation were among the major laggar

Nana Patekar to be cremated with full State honours: Maharashtra govt.

The decision about the location of the funeral will be taken by the family - whether it will be in Pune or in Mumbai. The government will make th

Case filed against Thiruvananthapuram Mayor, BJP councillor Sugathan over forged signature

As per FIR, the accused persons conspired to forge councillor Sugathans signature in attendance book for council meetings held on February 26, Ma

Dhruv Rathee, Prakash Raj to join CJP

Voters who say they were wrongly struck off Karnatakas electoral rolls will get a public hearing at Bengalurus Freedom Park on Thursday, October

Govt refutes Musks remarks, says Indias regulatory framework fair and non-discriminatory

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The government on Thursday refuted a social media post by billionaire Elon Musk, which claimed that Indias

Suniel Shetty, Arjun Rampal, Boman Irani express grief over Nana Patekars loss: They dont make men like you anymore

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Bollywood actors Suniel Shetty, Arjun Rampal and Boman Irani, among many others, have expressed their shock a

Worked for empowering tribal communities: PM Modi expresses grief over death of Hemant Soren

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the death of Rupi Soren, mother of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, extending

China records 2.14 billion passenger trips during Golden Week holiday

China recorded 2.14 billion passenger trips during the October 1-7 Golden Week holiday, averaging 306 million per day, an increase of 0.6% year o

A peek into the largest bommagolu display in Thiruvananthapuram

Sreekanth GS (Kuttu Veerashaiva) has been arranging the display at his residence for many years. This Navarathri, over 10,000 dolls and figurines

European soccer leaders meet aiming to shape strategy for ousting Infantino as FIFA president

UEFA has called its 55 member federations to a previously scheduled summit in Berlin that arrives in the midst of European efforts to get a new l

Malaria infections worrying public health experts in Keralam

The surge, driven by abundant mosquitoes and a steady influx of travellers, has prompted calls for stronger surveillance, migrant screening, and

Nana Patekar passes away: A look at the legendary actor's fine career, iconic performances and Marathi cinema legacy

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Veteran actor Nana Patekar, one of Indian cinema's most powerful and distinctive performers, passed away at t

Tollywood Mourns the Demise of Legendary Actor Nana Patekar

Known for his intense screen presence, raw passion, and iconic dialogue delivery, the three-time National Award winner leaves behind an unparalle

Why it is essential to improve cardiac rehabilitation completion rates in India

The primary benefits of attending a cardiac rehab programme are faster recovery from cardiac procedures, reduced risk of future complications, be

Nityas Gems & Jewellery shares list at over 9% premium, beat expectations

Nityas Gems & Jewellery shares listed 9.33 per cent higher at 82 on BSE and 6.67 per cent higher at 80 on NSE.

Indias economy could double to over $8 trillion in a decade: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Indias economy could double in size to more than $8 trillion over the next decade as structural reforms, i

Iran will never have nuclear weapon, says US Secretary of State Rubio

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has asserted that Iran will be permanently barred from obtaining nuclear weapons under President Don

After Musk claims Starlink being blocked by 'oligarchs, communications ministry says Satellite communication policies non-discriminatory

The Ministry of Communications has unequivocally stated its position on the regulatory framework for satellite communication services. The Minist

India inflation likely rose to 5.4% in Sep on food, energy costs: Poll

Consumer inflation is expected to have risen to 5.4% in September from 4.82% in August, as higher food and crude oil prices add to inflationary p

Vishal Nirmiti shares make weak debut, list at 2% discount to IPO price

Vishal Nirmiti shares listed at 215 on both the BSE and NSE, at a discount of 5, or 2.27 per cent, to the IPO issue price of 220.

MORNING BID EUROPE-Sovereign bonds shouldered aside as AI takes their turf

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole Sovereign

Rupee rises 10 paise to 96.65 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Forex traders said rupee is under pressure amid persistent macroeconomic headwinds, including global dollar strength (DXY trading near multi-mont

Truly shocking: Actor Sayaji Shinde recalls last conversation with Nana Patekar, mourns his demise

The sudden death of veteran actor Nana Patekar has left the Marathi film industry in shock. Marathi actor Sayaji Shinde recalled his last convers

Sensex opens over 300 points down, Nifty below 22,550 as RBI's tighter monetary policy weighs on markets

Indian benchmark indices opened on a subdued note on Thursday following the RBI's policy announcements, with the Sensex slipping over 300 points

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong rejects South Korean medical aid, calls it a provocation

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong Un,denounced on Thursday South Korea's plans to provide medical equipment aid t

Anarchist mindset: Nitin Nabin hits out at Rahul Gandhi over protest against CEC

Digital Desk | Varanasi, Oct 8 (IANS) BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Thursday slammed Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sa

Nana Patekar death updates: Leaders, film fraternity mourn Nana Patekar's death

Veteran Actor Nana Patekar passed away at his Goa residence during the early hours of Thursday.

NTA Announces Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Exam Details

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination, with applications open from October 7 to Novemb

Iran and Russia Strengthen Strategic Cooperation in Recent Phone Call

Iranian President Masoud Pajeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin discuss enhancing strategic cooperation amid regional tensions. Iran and

AI eats into entry-level tech jobs as India's graduates seek work

Banks and other global capability centres are automating routine tasks once handled by fresh graduates, intensifying competition for entry-level

TN Finance Secretary dismisses concerns around economic activity, says taxable turnover up almost 19%

Tax collections is a metric for growth in economic activity only when two key parameters, namely, tax rates and cash ratios remain constant or si

Shabir Shahs bail denialdisappointing, unjust, Centre should ensure his release: Mirwaiz

The Mirwaiz also raised concern over other political prisoners suffering from serious health issues after years of detention and delayed trials

Odisha Bandh: Normal Life Hit As INDIA Bloc Stages Statewide Shutdown; Rail and Road Blockades Reported

Public movement and commercial activities came to a near standstill across the state capital on Thursday morning as the Congress and its INDIA bl

Delhi HC directs criminal action against six CBI officers over false statement in court

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has directed the initiation of criminal complaint proceedings against six CBI officer

Manipur CM urges hill outreach for lasting peace, cites 1,200 crore GST loss

Manipur's Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh advocated for unity and dialogue among diverse communities to restore peace. He highlighted signi

Smita Patil forced Nana Patekar to enter Bollywood through Aaj Ki Awaz, years later he rejected to launch his own son Malhar as an actor

Nana Patekar has said Smita Patil pushed him toward films after he was happy doing plays, recommending his name for Aaj Ki Awaaz and staying clos

Defence Ministry Simplifies Industry Access To Proof Ranges, Field Firing Ranges And Test Facilities

Earn from overseas? New FEMA rules freelancers and influencers can't ignore

Earning in dollars? New FEMA rules change how freelancers, YouTubers must report income

Raveena Tandon recalls Nana Patekars kindness on Ghulam-E-Musthafa set during her meningitis ordeal

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) As Nana Patekar passed away aged 75 on Thursday, actress Raveena Tandon remembered the veteran actor as a gen

Rupee rises 10 paise to 96.65 against US dollar in early trade

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 96.71, then gained some ground to touch 96.65, registering a rise of 10 paise over

PM Modi Shares Inspirational Message on Self-Sacrifice for the Nation

PM Modi highlights the importance of self-sacrifice for national service by sharing a Sanskrit verse on social media. PM Modi Shares Inspirationa

IndiGo flight to Lucknow suffers nose damage due to lightning, lands safely

An IndiGo flight from Patna to Lucknow made an emergency landing after lightning struck it at an altitude of 17,000 feet. All 104 passengers, inc

INDIA bloc MPs to stage bigger protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar today

The Cockroach Janta Party will hold a 'Chappal protest' in Bengaluru today over alleged voter deletions during SIR, ahead of its October 10 'Delh

Houthis strike Riyadh's main airport with ballistic missiles, warn airlines over Saudi airspace

While the uncertainty continues in the Middle East, the Houthis have claimed they have struck the King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arab

'Baseless and misconceived': Centre rebuts Elon Musk's 'oligarchs' claim on India's internet framework

'Baseless and misconceived': Centre rebuts Elon Musk's 'oligarchs' claim on India's internet framework.

El Nino Will Intensify, Then Peak in December: UN

The naturally occurring weather phenomenon is set to bring higher temperatures to much of the planet, the UN's weather and climate agency said.

Nana Patekar death: PM Modi, Amit Shah, leaders across spectrum mourn actor

Patekar, one of Indian cinema's most distinctive performers, died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. He was su

Legendary Actor Nana Patekar Passes Away at 75, Leaving a Lasting Legacy in Bollywood

Renowned actor Nana Patekar has died at the age of 75, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in Hindi cinema. Legendary Actor Nana Patekar Passes Aw

Strait of Hormuz transits at lowest in over two months after attacks, data shows

Seven commodity vessels passed through the strait on Tuesday (October 6, 2026), for the lowest figure since July 23, data from analytics firm Kpl

Crude oil futures rise on supply disruption fears

December Brent oil futures at $102.35, up by 2.15%

Some guardrails on ChatGPT for Teens dont work as promised, watchdog group says

Some of the guardrails for children that OpenAI included in its ChatGPT for Teens product do not work as intended and the chatbot poses an unacce

Raanjhanaa meets India's star athlete Vithya Ramraj!

Happy to meet Dhanush sir, thank you for the motivation. Dhanush also posted the picture to his 9.5 million followers, and it earned over 200,000

Govt says satellite internet rules fair after Musk's Starlink bias claim

The government says all three licensed satellite communication providers are undergoing security assessments and must meet the same regulatory re

Opinion: Opinion | Autonomous Wingmen Could Be The Answer To Indian Air Force's Squeeze

India has used loitering munitions and one-way attack drones in some form since the 1990s, and their use has expanded sharply in recent years, mo

What will it achieve?: BJPs Ghosh on Mamatas Delhi visit as INDIA bloc seeks Prez meet over SIR

Japanese investors sell foreign bonds for third straight week as Treasury yields jump

Japanese investors pulled back from foreign bonds for

US Secy of State Marco Rubio warns against global energy dependence

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cautioned that the international community can no longer sustain reliance on energy provisions o

Strait of Hormuz traffic falls to lowest in over two months after attacks, data shows

Crude oil crossing strait fell 27% from Iran war high, Kpler says

Trump interrupted by protesters as he fights to rally Texas voters behind Paxton in U.S. Senate race

With Election Day less than a month away, Trump's poor approval ratings, the Iran war and soaring gas prices have threatened Republicans in virtu

Hyderabad: Delivery partners protest at online grocery store; alleging supply of expired items

Delivery partners late last night staged a protest at an online grocery store in Hastinapuram, alleging that they were being given expired produc

Ajinkya Rahane pays tribute to Nana Patekar, says his

Former Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane mourned the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar following the latter's passing on Thursday, remembering hi

I Don't Know Whether I Will Be Here Tomorrow: Nana Patekar's Words Days Before His Passing

We all have to go someday. I don't know whether I will be here tomorrow. That time comes in the life of everyone. But before that time comes (we

It's Crime: Elon Musk Claims 'Oligarchs' Stalling Starlink's Entry In India

The development comes hours after a senior official of Musk-led SpaceX announced that the company's satellite communication arm, Starlink, is rea

Malaysia PM says he will do whatever possible to ensure Myanmar's acceptance in regional community

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar

IT stocks lift Nifty despite rate hike, FII selling pressure

The market opened after the RBI raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% on Wednesday and shifted its stance from 'neutral' to 'calibrate

Q2 Earnings Preview: Banks, financials to drive strong double-digit growth

Jefferies expects companies in its coverage universe, excluding oil and gas, metals and financials, to post 17 per cent year-on-year revenue grow

President Murmu, PM Modi hail IAF on Air Force Day

On October 8, the Indian Air Force marked its 94th anniversary, showcasing the unwavering commitment of its air warriors. In a ceremonial salute,

MoEF grants environmental, CRZ clearance for Puris greenfield airport

MoEF directs to prepare a bird hazard study from reputed institute in the field after a Wildlife Institute of India study flags the issue of risk

Ronaldo's walkout, Israel-Ireland tensions and Zidane's return: The recent drama in football world

Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from Portugal's squad sparks discussions about his career's conclusion after leading for 23 years. New coaches Zine

Odisha Bandh Today, October 8: Timings, what's open, what's closed, who are protesting? Here's all you should know

Odisha Bandh Reason: Odisha is experiencing a 12-hour bandh organized by opposition parties like Congress and CPI, targeting issues such as the a

Rs 35 A Month To Crores In Net Worth: How Nana Patekar Built An Empire

Nana Patekar often spoken about a childhood marked by financial hardships. In Class IX, he painted film posters and earned Rs 35 a month.

Britain removes East Jerusalem consulate signage as Israeli shutdown order expires

Workers removed signs and plaques at

Opposition CEC protest LIVE Updates: Congress observes black day over police action on Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi

The Congress has announced widespread protests at the state, district and block levels on October 8, observing a Black Day for Indian democracy f

Protests in Delhi: What are the rules and processes in place? | Explained

For protesters, the practical consequence is important: even where there is a general right to peaceful assembly, a gathering can still be subjec

Telangana flags 48 critical road corridors, 230 high-fatality spots

Hyderabad: Seven of Telanganas districts are among the 100 most accident-prone in India, and police have now mapped 48 critical corridors, 230 hi

Telangana govt sanctions 1,108 crore for Omkareshwara Temple

Hyderabad: The Telangana government has sanctioned Rs 1,108 crore for the Sri Omkareshwara Swamy Temple in Gandipet mandal. The temple complex in

Iran's shadow fleet: How sanctioned oil is moving through Malaysia's waters

Companies continue to service a dark fleet of Iranian tankers in waters off Malaysia in spite of Washington's threat to target them

US military ordered to prepare for possible Iran strikes: Report

Washington: The Pentagon instructed US Central Command several days ago to complete preparations for resuming major combat operations in Iran, ac

Afghanistan head coach hails Mohammad Nabi, reflects on his importance in the squad

Afghanistan is gearing up for a stacked schedule ahead of their upcoming clashes. After a one-off Test match against Bangladesh on October 9th, A

Remembering Nana Patekar: The Bollywood Star Whose First Love Was Cricket

Bollywood icon Nana Patekar, who passed away at 75, once shared his deep passion for cricket and admiration for Virat Kohli. Remembering Nana Pat

Nana Patekar's passing leaves a deep void: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences for the passing of veteran actor Nana Patekar. Patekar died at his residence in Goa during the

Delhi Building Collapse: Death Toll Rises to Four

Rescue operations continue at the incident site.

Ex-India Star Sends Big Mohammed Shami Message To BCCI Selectors

Former India pacer backed the return of experienced pacer Mohammed Shami to the Indian setup, following Bhuvneshwar Kumar's comeback in the T20I

Nana Patekar spoke of death 3 days before his passing: I dont know whether I will be here tomorrow

Nana Patekar spoke about mortality shortly before his passing, emphasizing the importance of purpose in life. He remembered his friend, Manohar P

Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Dies At 75 After Cardiac Arrest In Goa

Few actors possessed his intensity: PM Modi mourns Nana Patekar

Senco Gold jumps 8% on Q2 biz update; achieves highest-ever topline in H1

Senco Gold said that Q2 revenue growth accelerated to 29 per cent Y-o-Y at retail level, supported by 19 per cent growth from existing stores (SS

Prime Minister Modi Mourns the Passing of Veteran Actor Nana Patekar

Prime Minister Modi and other leaders express deep sorrow over the loss of actor Nana Patekar, highlighting his immense contribution to Indian ci

Syria considers sending troops to Saudi Arabia to fight Houthis

Syria is considering military support for Saudi Arabia amid increased Houthi attacks on the kingdom. Discussions include potentially deploying tr