ISRO NVS-03 launch: 5 things to know about Indias new navigation satellite
ISRO successfully launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on October 30, 2026, restoring NavIC to a four-satellite, standalone operational status and advancing Indias push for an indigenous, more precise space-time network
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ISRO Launches NVS-03 Satellite With Indigenous Atomic Clock To Strengthen NavIC Services
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard its GSLV-F18 rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 11:51 pm on October 30. The satellite was injected into its intended Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO), marking the 20th flight of Indias Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) and the countrys []
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ISRO Launches NVS-03 Satellite To Boost India's NavIC System, PM Modi Congratulates Scientists
ISRO has successfully launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard the GSLV-F18 rocket from Sriharikota, marking another step towards strengthening India's indigenous satellite navigation system, NavIC. Equipped with an indigenous atomic clock and support for three frequency bands, NVS-03 is expected to improve navigation services across India and up to 1,500 kilometres beyond its borders. The satellite will support applications ranging from defence and transport to agriculture, disaster management and communication.
On Friday night, a rocket carrying a 2,250 kg satellite lifted off from Sriharikotas second launch pad. The GSLV-F18 placed NVS-03 into geosynchronous transfer orbit after a flight of about 18 minutes. ISRO chairman V. Narayanan said the launch has restored the NavIC constellation to its minimum operational configuration of four satellites. A system that [] The post Time in the Sky: Can Indias Home-Built Atomic Clocks Keep NavIC Alive? appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer on Saturday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) team on the successful launch of the GSLV-F18 rocket carrying the next-generation navigation satellite NVS-03 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on Friday, hailing the achievement as a significant milestone in India's space programme Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary also congratulated ISRO scientists and the entire team on the successful launch of the NVS-03 navigation satellite, describing it as a major achievement in strengthening India's scientific capabilities, technological prowess and self-reliance. In a post on X, Choudhary said that India was continuously achieving new milestones in space science under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The successful launch of the NVS-03 navigation satellite through GSLV-F18 is another significant achievement in the direction of India's scientific capability, technical prowess, and self-reliance. Hea...
Sriharikota, Oct 31: India's independent regional navigation satellite system NavIC was restored to its minimum operational configuration of four satellites on Friday as ISRO successfully launched its navigation satellite NVS-03, which was placed into the designated injection orbit by a GSLV rocket. The second-generation navigation satellite NVS-03 with indigenous and procured atomic clocks has a wide array of applications including civilian use like real time tracking of trains, vehicles, and shipping vessels. Further, the NavIC constellation is an important component of the 'one nation, one time' project, ISRO chief V Narayanan said after the successful mission launch. The NVS-03 satellite is all set to complement three other navigational satellites in operation including the NVS-01 and it will strengthen infrastructure for a robust IST with the government recently notifying the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026. The nation's own satellite navigation system 'NaVIC,' is the Indian version of GPS, albeit confined to the country and 1,500 km beyond. On Friday, the 50-metre-tall GSLV rocket carrying NVS-03 lifted off at the scheduled time of 11.51 pm from the second launch pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, following a 24-hour countdown. After a flight of about 18 minutes, which saw the successful performance of all three stages including the complex cryogenic upper stage, the primary payload got separated from the launch vehicle and was injected into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). In his address following the success of the crucial mission, Narayanan said already three satellites, including NVS-01 are successfully working and now, NVS-03 has restored Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) services. NavIC ((Navigation with Indian Constellation) is a strategic national asset which provides independent access to Position, Navigation, Timing services, and it is also used for civilian applications like real time tracking of trains, vehicles, shipping vessels, he said. Further, he asserted that the NavIC constellation is an important component of the 'one nation, one time' project. Speaking on the constellation, he said that one of the indigenous atomic clocks had already been placed in the orbit. He announced that the EOS-05 geo imaging satellite, launched in September, was working perfectly and that the space agency is getting outstanding data from it. On NVS-03, the ISRO chief said that all the vehicle systems performed as predicted, and as expected. The GSLV rocket, in its 20th flight, successfully, and precisely injected NVS-03 satellite into the designated orbit. The NVS-03 satellite mission has been accomplished with the least turnaround time of 56 days between successive GSLV missions, he said. He congratulated the entire ISRO team, industrial partners, and academia for the outstanding accomplishment, and for the success of the mission. Also, he said that almost 80 per cent of the budget has been pumped into the Indian industries. The targeted orbit of NVS-03 has a planned perigee (closest point to Earth) of 170 km and an apogee (farthest point) of 37,023 km. The 2,232 kg NVS-03 satellite will subsequently use its onboard propulsion to reach its final Geosynchronous slot at 32.5 degrees East. To ensure propulsion system reliability, ISRO flew the satellite with its pyrotechnic valves already open, an unprecedented safety measure adopted for this mission. The satellite, which features an indigenous Rubidium atomic clock, is a crucial addition to the NavIC system and will transmit signals in the L1, L5, and S bands to strengthen India's regional positioning services. Meanwhile, Union MoS (Independent Charge) Science & Technology, Jitendra Singh congratulated Team ISRO for the successful launch of GSLV-F18/NVS-03 mission. This remarkable achievement reflects India's growing prowess in Space technology and our unwavering commitment to strengthening sovereign indigenous navigation capabilities. With revolutionary Space reforms announced by PM Shri @narendramodi ji in recent years, India's success stories in Space vindicate the dream of founding fathers Vikram Sarabhai and Satish Dhawan. Today is the celebration of another proud moment for India, he said in a social media post.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated scientists and engineers of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on the successful launch of the GSLV-F18 rocket carrying India's next-generation navigation satellite, NVS-03, saying the mission marks an important step towards strengthening the country's indigenous satellite navigation system, NavIC. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said: Congratulations to our scientists and engineers at ISRO on the successful launch of GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03. This mission marks an important step in strengthening NavIC, our indigenous satellite navigation system. Equipped with enhanced capabilities, NVS-03 will further our pursuit of self-reliance in critical technologies and support navigation services that benefit our people. The dedication and ingenuity of our space scientists continue to make our nation proud. ISRO on Friday launched India's next-generation navigation satellite, NVS-03, aboard the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle, GSLV-F18 rocket. The launch took place at 11:51 p.m. from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03 lifts off from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, SHAR, Sriharikota, ISRO said in a post on X. Liftoff of GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03 at 11:51 PM IST from Second Launch Pad, SHAR! ISRO's rescue mission for NavIC is now underway, it added. The 50-metre-tall, three-stage GSLV-F18 rocket lifted off carrying the 2,232-kg NVS-03 satellite, with the objective of placing it into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). Following its deployment, the satellite will undertake orbit-raising manoeuvres to reach its designated geosynchronous slot at 32.5 degrees East. NVS-03 is the third satellite in the second-generation NVS series and is intended to augment the Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC), India's indigenous regional satellite navigation system, and ensure continuity of navigation services. The satellite carries an indigenous atomic clock along with procured atomic clocks. It also incorporates the L1 navigation signal in addition to the existing L5 and S signals, enhancing the navigation capabilities of the NavIC system. NavIC is India's independent regional navigation satellite system, developed to provide accurate Position, Velocity and Timing (PVT) services to users across the country and a region extending approximately 1,500 km beyond the Indian landmass. ISRO has envisaged launching five second-generation navigation satellites to augment the existing NavIC constellation, introduce enhanced capabilities and ensure continuity of navigation services. The latest mission is part of India's efforts to strengthen its indigenous space-based navigation infrastructure and reduce dependence on foreign satellite navigation systems.
ISRO 'Smart Boy' Rocket | ISRO Launches Next-Gen Satellite To Strengthen Indigenous GPS System
ISRO has successfully launched its GSLV-F18 rocket carrying the NVS-03 navigation satellite from Sriharikota at 11:51 pm on Friday. The satellite is set to strengthen India's indigenous navigation system, NavIC, and help address critical gaps in the country's strategic navigation infrastructure. ISRO Chairman V Narayanan confirmed that the satellite was precisely placed in its intended elliptical orbit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the space agency, calling the mission an important step towards technological self-reliance and the 'One Nation, One Time' goal.
ISRO launches next-gen satellite to boost India's indigenous GPS system
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday launched India's next-generation navigation satellite, NVS-03, aboard the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle, GSLV-F18 rocket. The launch took place at 11:51 pm at Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03 lifts off from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, SHAR, Sriharikota, India's space agency ISRO said on X. Liftoff of GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03 at 11:51 PM IST from Second Launch Pad, SHAR! ISRO's rescue mission for NavIC is now underway, it added. The 50-metre-tall, three-stage GSLV-F18 rocket lifted off with the 2,232 kg NVS-03 satellite, aiming to deploy it into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). Once deployed, the satellite will perform orbit-raising manoeuvres to reach its final geosynchronous slot at 32.5 degrees East. NVS-03 is the third satellite of the second-generation NVS series, intended to augment the Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system, an indigenous GPS of sorts, and support the continuity of navigation services. NVS-03 is designed to augment the NavIC constellation and ensure continuity of navigation services. The satellite carries an indigenous atomic clock along with procured atomic clocks. It also incorporates the L1 navigation signal in addition to the existing L5 and S signals, enhancing the system's navigation capabilities. It also includes L1 signal in addition to existing L5/S signals with Coverage over India land mass and a region extending 1500 km around Indian geopolitical boundary, said ISRO. NavIC is India's independent regional navigation satellite system, developed to provide accurate Position, Velocity and Timing (PVT) services to users across India and the region extending approximately 1,500 km beyond the Indian landmass. According to ISRO, NavIC provides two types of services, the Standard Positioning Service (SPS) and the Restricted Service (RS). While SPS is intended for civilian users, RS is an encrypted service for authorised users. ISRO has envisaged five second-generation navigation satellites to augment the existing NavIC constellation with enhanced features and ensure continuity of services.
Isros NVS-03 launch successful: Navigation satellite placed in orbit; NavIC gets a boost
GSLV-F18 carrying 2,250kg next-generation navigation satellite -- NVS-03 -- lifted off from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Sriharikota at 11.51pm on Friday, as scheduled.Around 18 minutes later, NVS-03 satellite was placed in a geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO) of 37,023km apogee and 170km perigee.
ISRO successfully launches NVS-03 satellite to boost India's indigenous NavIC navigation system
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday night successfully launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard its GSLV-F18 rocket from the Second Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The launch took place at 11:51 pm IST on October 30, marking the 20th flight of India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle.
Watch ISRO's NVS-03 Satellite Launch Live: GSLV-F18 Mission Set For Liftoff
ISRO's GSLV-F18 rocket is scheduled to carry the NVS-03 navigation satellite into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit from Sriharikota on Friday night.
LIVE: ISRO launches NavIC satellite NVS-03 aboard GSLV-F18 from Sriharikota
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 30 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma addressed the 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy' (Loktantra Bachao-Arajakta Hatao) march in Kota on Friday and later joined the procession. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that those who had never respected democracy and had repeatedly undermined the Constitution were now claiming to be its protectors. He added that democracy represents the collective strength of the people and is the foundation for safeguarding every citizen's rights. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's rich heritage and democratic values are being recognised globally. Today, the world looks towards India as an example of a vibrant and robust democracy. The Chief Minister said that democracy guarantees everyone the right to contest elections and express their views. However, CM Sharma pointed to what he described as the Congress party's double standards, saying that it considers democracy secure when election results favour it but claims that democracy is under threat when the poll results go against it. He alleged that Congress had set new benchmarks in corruption and appeasement, thereby undermining democratic values. Chief Minister Sharma also accused the Congress of repeatedly questioning constitutional and democratic institutions. He said the Congress considers Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) reliable when it wins elections but questions their credibility when it loses. Recalling the Emergency imposed in 1975, the Chief Minister said that Congress had curtailed democratic rights and violated the spirit of the Constitution, causing immense suffering to countless Loktantra Senanis and their families. Questioning the circumstances surrounding the Emergency, Chief Minister Sharma asked whether it had been imposed merely to serve personal and political interests. He called upon citizens to draw lessons from that dark chapter of Indian history and remain committed to protecting democracy, constitutional values and the country's democratic institutions. He also recalled that the Congress government at the Centre had dismissed several elected state governments during its tenure. The Chief Minister alleged that Congress had repeatedly questioned institutions and matters associated with the country's pride and national security, including the Armed Forces, the Election Commission, the Supreme Court, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resolve to neither indulge in corruption nor allow it, and to recover money obtained through corrupt practices, he contrasted this commitment with what he described as Congress' record of corruption, appeasement and caste-based politics during its long tenure in power. Chief Minister Sharma said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers remain continuously connected with the people, working 24 hours a day, 30 days a month and 365 days a year. He recalled the BJP's long journey in Opposition, during which its workers remained among the public, understood their concerns and earned their trust through sustained engagement. Taking a jibe at the Congress, CM Sharma alleged that its leaders often remained confined to hotels for months while in power and that the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi spent more time abroad than in the country. Referring to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the Chief Minister said that maintaining accurate voter lists was essential for a healthy democracy. He emphasised that the rights of genuine voters must be protected and that any ineligible entries should be examined in accordance with established rules. Those having objections to the SIR process, he said, should submit them, along with concrete evidence, before the competent authority or the court. He also referred to the Election Commission's affidavit before the Supreme Court, saying that it had responded to various allegations concerning the SIR process and clarified that the key directives relating to the electoral roll exercise had received unanimous approval. He also noted that the statutory authority to include or delete names from electoral rolls rests with the Electoral Registration Officer. Taking aim at former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, CM Sharma alleged that during the Congress government's internal power struggle in Rajasthan, its leaders remained confined to hotels for nearly four months. He said the previous Congress government had taken two years merely to conduct panchayat and local body elections, while the Model Code of Conduct was frequently imposed at intervals of three months. The Chief Minister recalled that when the current BJP government proposed the 'One State, One Election' initiative, Congress leaders had ridiculed the proposal, claiming that it was impossible to implement. Referring to their dismissive remarks that even their 'uncle' could not accomplish the task, CM Sharma said the results were now there for everyone to see. Local body elections had been completed, while panchayat elections were underway. He added that while Congress leaders frequently spoke about democracy, people were well aware of how democratic processes had been handled during their tenure. Emphasising his government's commitment to a policy of zero tolerance towards corruption, the Chief Minister said that more than 265 officers and employees had been suspended and disciplinary proceedings initiated against around 700 others. In several cases, pensions had been withheld, while action ranging from removal from service to dismissal had also been taken. He asserted that no individual involved in corruption would be spared, irrespective of their position or influence, and that strict action would be taken against all those found guilty. The Chief Minister said that the BJP government was committed to realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' by ensuring that the benefits of welfare schemes reach every eligible person, particularly the poor and disadvantaged sections of society. He called upon BJP workers to remain connected with the people, take the government's development and welfare initiatives to every household, and give a strong democratic response to what he described as Congress' attempts to create disorder and confusion in the country's democratic system.
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ISRO is scheduled to launch its GSLV-F18 rocket carrying the NVS-03 navigation satellite at 11:51 pm on October 30 from Sriharikota. The mission aims to strengthen India's NavIC network with an additional L1 navigation signal and improved timing capabilities through an indigenous atomic clock.
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ISRO's 'Smart Boy' Rocket To Launch Key 'Swadeshi' GPS Satellite Today. Why It Matters
The GSLV-F18 rocket is scheduled to lift off at 11.51 pm from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota.
Cyclone 'Arnab' brings rain, hailstorms to Rajasthan; weather alert issued
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 30 (IANS) The impact of Cyclone 'Arnab' continues to be felt across Rajasthan, with strong winds, rainfall and hailstorms affecting several parts of the state. The Meteorological Department has issued yellow and orange alerts for thunderstorms and rain in 28 districts on Friday. In Jaipur, intermittent rainfall has continued since Thursday afternoon, accompanied by cold winds that have intensified the chill. Several areas of the city also reported hailstorms. Over the past 24 hours, rainfall has been recorded in Karauli, Bharatpur, Dholpur, Alwar, Dausa, Sawai Madhopur, Bhilwara, Ajmer, Nagaur and Tonk, among other districts. The change in weather has brought a significant drop in temperatures. Maximum temperatures in around 20 districts have declined by up to 5 degrees Celsius, while minimum temperatures in some areas have fallen by as much as 10 degrees Celsius. Intermittent rainfall has been continuing since late Thursday night in Pratapgarh village under Thanagazi Panchayat Samiti of Alwar district. The rain has caused inconvenience to voters arriving at polling stations, with many carrying umbrellas to cast their votes. Despite the widespread change in weather, western Rajasthan continued to experience relatively warmer conditions. Maximum temperatures remained below 30 degrees Celsius in most parts of the state, barring some western districts. Barmer recorded the state's highest maximum temperature at 35.8 degrees, while several other districts witnessed a drop of up to 5 degrees Celsius. Rainfall that began in Jaipur on Thursday afternoon continued into the night and early Friday. Light to moderate showers were reported in several areas, including Tonk Road, Gopalpura, Malviya Nagar, Jagatpura, Ajmeri Gate and the Collectorate. The city's maximum temperature dropped by 4 degrees to 27.4 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological Department has forecast further rainfall in Jaipur on Friday. Alwar experienced intermittent light rainfall from Thursday morning, bringing a noticeable chill to the weather. The maximum temperature remained around 27 degrees Celsius, and further rain is likely on Friday. In Udaipur, cloudy conditions prevailed from Thursday morning, with occasional sunshine. A slight chill was also felt, while the maximum temperature was recorded at 30 degrees Celsius. In Kota, the sky remained overcast on Thursday morning, although no rainfall was reported. Sunshine appeared in the afternoon. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 30.9 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 21.6 degrees Celsius. A rain alert has been issued for Friday. Jodhpur also witnessed fluctuating weather conditions. Although rainfall was forecast for Thursday, the city remained dry under cloudy skies. The maximum temperature was recorded at 34.2 degrees Celsius, which was 0.4 degrees below normal, while the minimum stood at 20.4 degrees Celsius, around 3 degrees above normal. The department has issued a yellow alert for Friday. In Ajmer, cloudy skies prevailed throughout Thursday, with limited sunshine keeping temperatures relatively low. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 29.1 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 18 degrees Celsius. Sikar also experienced the impact of Cyclone 'Arnab', with cloudy conditions throughout Thursday and a noticeable drop in daytime temperatures. The district recorded a maximum temperature of 30.5 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 10.5 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for rainfall in Sikar district for the next two days. Residents across Rajasthan have been advised to remain alert as thunderstorms, strong winds and rainfall are expected to continue in several districts.
ISRO to launch navigation satellite NVS-03 aboard GSLV-F18 rocket from Sriharikota
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the navigation satellite NVS-03 aboard the GSLV-F18 rocket at 11:51 PM IST tonight. The liftoff will take place from the Second Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This mission marks the 20th flight of Indias Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV). The rocket []
North Dakota unveils first Mahatma Gandhi statue at Bismarck Peace Park
North Dakota unveils first Mahatma Gandhi statue at Bismarck Peace Park
North Dakota unveils its first Mahatma Gandhi statue
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 30 (IANS) A life-size statue of Mahatma Gandhi has been unveiled in North Dakotas capital, Bismarck, bringing Indian-American community members and state officials together to honour his message of peace and non-violence. The monument, which the Consulate General of India in Seattle described as the first Gandhi statue in North Dakota, was unveiled on October 29 at Peace Park in downtown Bismarck. North Dakota first lady Kjersti Armstrong, state Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring and the Indian consul general in Seattle attended the ceremony. Officials of the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District also joined members of the states Indian-American community. The statue was installed with assistance from the Seattle consulate and technical support from the Indian-American community of North Dakota and the North Dakota Trade Office, according to a consulate release. The ceremony opened with the national anthems of the United States and India. School students from North Dakota then performed musical renditions of Gandhis favourite hymns. The programme included a rendition of Vaishnav Jan To, according to captions accompanying photographs supplied by the consulate. The photographs were also captioned as showing Armstrong, Goehring and the consul general offering floral tributes to Gandhi. Addressing the gathering, Goehring highlighted the growing friendship between India and North Dakota. He said Gandhis message resonated with the people of the state as well as with India and the wider world, according to the release. The agriculture commissioner described the statue as a symbol of peace and non-violence and recalled Gandhis words, the consulate said. Armstrong expressed admiration for Gandhi and said it was an honour to celebrate his legacy. She described that legacy as more important today than it had been in a very long time, according to the consulates account of her remarks. The statue stands at Peace Park, located at 400 East Front Avenue in the heart of Bismarck. The consulate described the installation as a further step in cultural and people-to-people engagement between India and North Dakota. It is the fifth Gandhi monument within the Seattle consulates jurisdiction. Indias engagement with North Dakota has included visits by the Consulate General in 2024 and 2026 for meetings with the governor, Bismarcks mayor and leaders in agriculture, business and education. The consulate also organised a consular camp in Fargo in February 2026 and International Day of Yoga activities there. Senior representatives of the North Dakota Trade Office visited India earlier this year, the release said. Peace Park was developed shortly after the September 11, 2001, attacks and already houses a Peace Pole installed by the Gandhi Peace Network of North Dakota and other bronze sculptures. Other Gandhi monuments in the consulates jurisdiction include those at Bellevue Public Library, installed in October 2009; the base of Seattles Space Needle, in October 2024; Nebraskas State Capitol in Lincoln, in December 2024; and the University of Montanas Mansfield Center in Missoula, in March 2026.
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ISRO to launch GSLV-F18 carrying navigation satellite NVS-03 today
New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is scheduled to launch its GSLV-F18/NVS-03 mission at 11.51 p.m. on Friday, October 30, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. Announcing the launch schedule on X, ISRO said, Launch Day! The GSLV-F18/NVS-03 Mission is scheduled for launch today, 30 October 2026, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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65-year-old trekker explores over 100 alpine lakes
Srinagar, Oct 29: Altaf ur Rehman, a resident of Hawal, Srinagar, has explored more than 100 alpine lakes across Kashmir, achieving the milestone after the age of 65 and inspiring young adventure enthusiasts to follow their passion for trekking. Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Altaf ur Rehman said his journey began in 1979 when he trekked to the Frozen Lake at Afarwat, Gulmarg, during a youth camp organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports. He said his interest in trekking continued during his college years, when he explored the Zabarwan and Shankaracharya hills. However, professional commitments, limited resources and years of turmoil in Kashmir kept him away from regular trekking for a long period. After joining the Department of Physical Education at Islamia College of Science and Commerce, Srinagar, in 1988, he remained associated with sports and physical education. He returned to trekking in 2015, after crossing the age of 55, while serving as the college's Director Sports. Age has never stopped me from exploring the mountains. My passion for trekking has continued to grow with every expedition, Altaf said while speaking to Rising Kashmir. With the support of the college administration, he began organising trekking programmes for students, including expeditions to Tarsar and Marsar lakes. In 2018, he led a five-night, six-day expedition to the Kashmir Great Lakes, providing students with an opportunity to experience high-altitude trekking and Kashmir's natural beauty. My aim is to encourage more people, especially the youth, to take up trekking and experience the beauty of Kashmirs mountains, he said. He said the college's trekking initiatives helped encourage students to take an interest in adventure activities. The institution also developed a collection of trekking and hiking equipment to support such programmes. After retiring in 2021, Altaf continued his journey by joining adventure clubs and individual trekkers for weekend expeditions to explore more alpine lakes. On October 11, 2026, he completed the exploration of more than 100 alpine lakes. His latest expedition took him to Sarbal, Sheerasar and Chammarsar in Bandipora district. Altaf said the achievement was especially satisfying because he completed most of his summits after turning 60. He added that several of his former students had taken up adventure activities professionally, while hundreds continued trekking as a hobby. Even after exploring more than 100 alpine lakes, my journey is far from over. I want to continue exploring Kashmirs mountains. he said. He expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for his achievements and acknowledged the support of Islamia College of Science and Commerce, Street Fighters Club, JKMHC and his friends, including Abid Amin Bhat, Sajad Mir, Danish Dhaar, Aamir Latief, Kota Zahid and Muzzy Lala. Despite exploring more than 100 alpine lakes, Altaf said his journey was far from over. He expressed his desire to continue exploring Kashmir's mountains and encourage more people, especially young people, to take up trekking. His journey stands as an example of how dedication, physical activity and a love for nature can keep the spirit of adventure alive at any age.
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Hegseth's treatment of lawmakers threatens Trump's $1.5 trillion defense plan
This summer, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked a Republican lawmaker what he thought the odds were that Congress would pass the Trump administrations record $1.5 trillion defense budget request. The chances, the lawmaker responded, were about the same as Hegseth getting confirmed again by the Senate. Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. You have a problem, and you need to increase the amount and the quality of the communication with Congress, the Republican lawmaker recounted in an interview, speaking on the condition of anonymity to describe the private exchange. Months later, members of both parties said the Pentagon has not changed course. For decades, defense issues have mostly remained insulated from Washingtons toxic partisanship. But Republicans and Democrats say they increasingly fear that fire wall no longer exists. With just over 20 legislative days left in the year - and next weeks election likely to empower Democrats eager to confront Hegseth - lawmakers are deadlocked on their major defense policy and spending bills. Failure would leave the Pentagon with few options to replace the thousands of weapons spent during eight months of war with Iran and halt the administrations ambitious military agenda. To understand how the consensus collapsed, The Washington Post spoke with 30 people at the center of national security in Congress, including 20 lawmakers who sit on the committees that oversee the Pentagon and its budget. Republicans argued that Democrats are stalling critical military funding to placate voters incensed at President Donald Trump. Democrats framed their opposition as a necessary check on an administration that the GOP-controlled House and Senate have refused to hold accountable for starting a war without the approval of Congress. But most lawmakers who spoke with The Post described the impasse in more personal terms. Hegseths adversarial behavior - from withholding information to attacking Democrats and some Republicans - was straining the bipartisan dealmaking that has long ensured support for the military, members of both parties said. The people who have been around for a few days have seen what normal looks like, Rep. Joe Courtney (D-Connecticut) said. Were not living in normal. In a statement, Pentagon spokesman Joel Valdez defended Hegseths approach, saying the secretary is always willing to engage directly with any lawmakers who bring forward their concerns in good faith. Lawmakers understand exactly how critical the National Defense Authorization Act and defense appropriations are to military readiness, Valdez said, referring to the pending bills. We do not expect them to deliberately cripple the force or our warfighting capability simply to score political points. The collapse of bipartisanship The NDAA is widely considered a must-pass bill. The legislation, which covers issues from troop pay to weapons production, has advanced for 65 consecutive years. A similar, albeit less reliable, coalition helps pass the annual defense spending bill, which provides the money to pay troops, buy weapons and conduct military operations worldwide. The group of Republicans and Democrats who typically support the legislation has fractured this year. The NDAA failed to advance in the Senate and barely passed the House, where more Republicans voted against it than Democrats voted for it. The two chambers are negotiating a final version with votes expected later this fall. At greater risk of failing, most lawmakers said, is the annual defense budget. The Trump administrations $1.5 trillion plan would fund a range of advanced weaponry, from commercial-style drones to precision missiles depleted during the Iran war. It directs billions more toward some of Trumps personal projects for the military, including a Golden Dome missile defense shield, a fleet of battleships named after him and renaming the Defense Department as the War Department. Hegseth has called the 40 percent increase in spending an urgent, necessary injection of resources to outpace Americas adversaries. He has also urged Congress to approve an additional $67 billion in funding to help cover the costs of the Iran war and other military operations around the world. Nearly all Senate Democrats blocked the request in an extraordinary act of protesting the conflict. In a move that has frustrated some Republicans, the administration split the defense budget into two buckets: $1.15 trillion that will require some Democratic support and another $350 billion meant to pass with GOP votes alone. Republicans have so far failed to agree on a strategy to pass the party-line share of funding. The gridlock has left the military vulnerable, lawmakers said. U.S. Central Command, which oversees operations in the Middle East, estimated that as of mid-October the Iran conflict had cost more than $47 billion, forcing the Pentagon to delay trainings and maintenance projects just to cover its bills. After failing to reach a lasting ceasefire this summer, the president has threatened to restart strikes after the midterms. Russia and China are questioning whether or not we have the resources and the ability to quickly replace dwindling stocks and ammunition, said Sen. Mike Rounds (R-South Dakota), who faulted Democrats for holding up the defense budget. Youre mad at the president, but youre taking it out on these men and women who are following orders. Excluding the Democrats Democrats say the Trump administration is blaming them for problems of its own making. To come in and say, Oh, by the way, we made this choice and we spent all this money and we need you to replenish it - it takes a lot of nerve, said Sen. Angus King (Maine), an independent who caucuses with Democrats. The Trump administration has excluded Democrats from several briefings on the $350 billion in defense spending it hopes to pass on a party-line vote. These meetings have broken a long-standing practice of sharing national security information equally with each party, lawmakers said. Multiple Republicans noted that the administration has tightened the briefings in part due to concerns about leaks to the news media, which Trump officials have blamed on congressional Democrats. Many in the GOP said they had urged the Pentagon to include both parties. If we are asking them to make these country-altering decisions, I think we have to inform them, said Sen. Kevin Cramer (North Dakota), one of multiple Republicans who noted theyd urged the Pentagon to share more information with Democrats. The Republican lawmaker who offered Hegseth his blunt assessment of the $1.5 trillion request also said that Democrats are partly to blame for the lack of communication. Earlier this year, the lawmaker said, he brokered a private meeting between Hegseth and a small group of Democrats. All of the Democrats declined to meet with the secretary, the lawmaker said. Other members of Congress faulted Hegseth for the distrust. In April, while appearing before the House Armed Services Committee, Hegseth delivered a broadside in his opening remarks. The biggest adversary we face at this point, he said, are the reckless, feckless and defeatist words of congressional Democrats and some Republicans. At one point during the hearing, Rep. Austin Scott (Georgia), a senior Republican on the committee, noted that the administration would need Republican and Democratic votes to secure its budget. The way Hegseth treats people is a problem, Scott said in an interview. Shockingly unprofessional During Hegseths first private meeting with the Senate Armed Services Committee, in June 2025, he opened with a warning, according to three people familiar with his remarks. Though the hearing was classified, the secretary said, he didnt know - and didnt trust - everyone in the room and would watch what he said, these people recalled. They cited the exchange as an example of Hegseths combativeness. Its as shockingly unprofessional as anything I see, Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), who voted against Hegseths confirmation and has opposed the Iran war, said of the secretarys tone. Current and former officials familiar with Hegseths relationships on Capitol Hill disputed assertions that the Pentagon was withholding information from Congress or refusing to meet with Democrats. They said Hegseths private meetings had been professional and noted that Democrats had openly attacked him, accusing him of mismanagement and dishonesty. The Pentagon did not directly address questions about this encounter or others detailed in this report. The contentious relationship has led some Republicans to ask the Pentagon to instead send uniformed officers to brief Congress, lawmakers said. Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of the Staff, has hosted private breakfasts with Republicans and Democrats at the Pentagon in an attempt to build more bipartisan support for the budget, according to lawmakers and others familiar with the sessions. A spokesperson for Caine declined to comment. Meanwhile, members of both parties voiced a sense of resignation that the defense-related committees were becoming more partisan. Democrats dont want to work on anything in a bipartisan way that could be construed as giving Trump a win, said Sen. Deb Fischer (Nebraska), a senior Republican. Many Democrats said they are worried that the Pentagons shortfalls could hamstring military readiness for years, including in a future Democratic administration. But they argued that they need to use every tool they have to resist what they see as an unconstitutional war. We are taking serious risks with our national security and should not be, said Sen. Chris Coons (Delaware), the top Democrat on the Senate panel on defense spending. At the end of the day, the presidents responsible for the decisions hes made. Multiple people familiar with the budget negotiations, some speaking on the condition of anonymity to provide their candid assessment, said that the Trump administrations $1.5 trillion request was probably impossible with so little time left in the year. A U.S. official familiar with Hegseths relationships with lawmakers asserted that the full budget request was still viable and that Republicans, if they lose control of Congress, would see this as their last chance to secure defense-related priorities without Democratic votes. Doubts about the budget have come at a low point for Hegseths standing with congressional Republicans, who have signaled they will oppose his preferred picks to lead the Army and criticized him more openly in recent weeks. When the House returns in November, Hegseth will probably face an impeachment vote, led by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky), over the Iran war. Meanwhile, some Democrats felt emboldened heading into next weeks election - they appear likely to at least regain control of the House - and the prospect of launching aggressive oversight of the Pentagon. Earlier this year, Hegseth held private breakfasts with the top Republicans and Democrats on the Armed Services committees, in an effort to improve his standing. Rep. Adam Smith (Washington), the House Armed Services Committees top Democrat, recalled saying near the end of his meeting with Hegseth that, despite their disagreements, they didnt have to be enemies. In an interview, Smith said he wasnt looking to partner with this Pentagon. Im looking, he added, for ways to stop the awful things theyre doing with our military. Related Content This article originally appeared on Washington Post at https://washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/10/29/inside-breakdown-trumps-15-trillion-pentagon-plan/
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Rajasthan: Cyclone Arnab weakens but rain, thunderstorms, hail likely in several districts
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 29 (IANS) Cyclonic storm 'Arnab' has weakened into a depression over southern Chhattisgarh and is likely to weaken further over the next 24 hours. Meanwhile, a fresh Western Disturbance has led to the formation of an induced cyclonic circulation over Punjab and adjoining areas, influencing weather conditions across parts of Rajasthan, said officials. They confirmed that Rajasthan is likely to witness thunderstorms, strong winds and rainfall across several districts on Thursday, with the possibility of moderate to heavy rain and hailstorms in parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Maximum temperatures are expected to fall by 35 degree Celsius over the next 24 hours, bringing relief from the prevailing warmth in several areas. According to the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, parts of the Bharatpur, Jaipur, Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to experience cloudy skies, thunderstorms, strong winds reaching 4050 kmph and light to moderate rainfall on October 29. Northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions may receive moderate to heavy rainfall, with hailstorms possible in some areas. The expected drop in maximum temperatures could bring a noticeable change in weather conditions across the affected regions. On Friday, October 30, light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds is likely to continue in some parts of the Jaipur, Bharatpur, Udaipur, Kota and Ajmer divisions of eastern Rajasthan. In western Rajasthan, isolated areas of the Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions may experience cloudy skies and light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday. However, most border areas are expected to remain largely dry. The IMD has forecast light to moderate rainfall in some parts of eastern Rajasthan on October 31. From November 1 onwards, the weather is likely to remain predominantly dry across most parts of the state.
Gold ETF AUM rises to Rs 1.86 lakh crore, top 5 schemes account for 80 pc of assets
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) India's gold exchange-traded fund (ETF) industry managed assets worth Rs 1.86 lakh crore across 26 schemes as of September 30, 2026, a report said on Thursday. The data compiled by ICRA Analytics highlights the continued dominance of a handful of large schemes, with the top five gold ETFs accounting for 80.2 per cent of the category's total assets under management (AUM). Together, these funds manage nearly Rs 1.49 lakh crore. Nippon India ETF Gold BeES remained the largest scheme in the segment with an AUM of Rs 56,982 crore, representing 30.6 per cent of the category. It was followed by ICICI Prudential Gold ETF with assets of Rs 27,615 crore, SBI Gold ETF at Rs 26,466 crore, HDFC Gold ETF at Rs 23,900 crore and Kotak Gold ETF at Rs 14,473 crore. The concentration within the category remains significant, with the top three schemes accounting for nearly 60 per cent of total AUM, while the top two together command around 45 per cent of industry assets. The next five largest schemes include Tata Gold Exchange Traded Fund, Axis Gold ETF, UTI Gold Exchange Traded Fund, Mirae Asset Gold ETF and Aditya Birla Sun Life Gold ETF. Combined with the top five funds, these schemes account for 92.4 per cent of the category's assets. Commenting on the trend, Ashwini Kumar, Senior Vice President and Head of Market Data at ICRA Analytics, said that while India's gold ETF market has expanded substantially, assets continue to remain concentrated in the largest schemes. Indias gold ETF market has grown substantially, but assets remain concentrated, with the five largest schemes accounting for about 80 per cent of category AUM. Although newer schemes hold a relatively small share of assets, their ability to scale will be an important indicator of how competition evolves. The close alignment in returns across schemes also suggests that performance differences alone do not explain the concentration, Kumar stated. While newer entrants have gained some traction, their market share remains relatively modest. Thirteen schemes with less than three years of return history collectively manage Rs 14,575 crore, or around 8 per cent of the total category AUM.
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Kotak Institutional Equities has raised its crude oil price assumption for FY2027 to USD 100 per barrel from USD 90 per barrel, citing prolonged supply disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict, which has continued for eight months with limited visibility on when normalcy may return. The brokerage, however, retained its crude oil price assumption at USD 75 per barrel for FY2028 and the long term, expecting prices to ease in the second half of FY2027 if hostilities do not intensify further and supply flows continue to normalise. In its latest report, Kotak said the conflict had resulted in one of the largest oil supply disruptions in recent history. Despite the scale and duration of the disruption, global oil markets had shown resilience and remained largely well managed. While we remain optimistic about normalization and softer oil prices, this higher price trajectory leads us to raise our FY2027 assumption to USD 100/bbl from USD 90/bbl. We retain USD 75/bbl for FY2028E, it said....
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Rain, thunderstorms likely in several Rajasthan districts today
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 29 (IANS) The Meteorological Department has issued weather alerts for several districts of Rajasthan, forecasting rain, thunderstorms and strong winds till October 30. Wind speeds of 40-50 kmph are likely in parts of the state, while some districts may experience heavy rainfall and hailstorms. According to the forecast issued by the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, the weather is likely to be affected by a cyclonic system and a Western Disturbance. Areas in Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to witness thunderstorms and rainfall during the two-day period. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in the northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions, with hailstorms possible at isolated places. Parts of the Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions may also experience cloudy skies, lightning and light to moderate rainfall. In western Rajasthan, light rain is likely in parts of the eastern areas of Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions. However, weather conditions in the western border areas are expected to remain largely dry. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for 28 districts of eastern Rajasthan. These include Ajmer, Alwar, Banswara, Baran, Beawar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dausa, Deeg, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Jhalawar, Jhunjhunu, Karauli, Khairthal-Tijara, Kota, Kotputli-Behror, Pratapgarh, Rajsamand, Salumbar, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirohi, Tonk and Udaipur. An alert has also been issued for five districts of western Rajasthan: Churu, Didwana-Kuchaman, Jodhpur, Nagaur and Pali. According to the forecast, light to moderate rainfall may occur at isolated places in eastern Rajasthan on October 31. Thereafter, dry weather is likely to prevail across the state. The changing weather conditions may also lead to a drop in daytime temperatures in Jaipur and other parts of Rajasthan. The maximum temperature in Jaipur was recorded at 31.6 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, down 1.4 degrees from the previous day. The minimum temperature stood at 18.7 degrees Celsius, an increase of 0.5 degrees. The Meteorological Department has advised residents to remain alert to local weather updates and take precautions during thunderstorms, strong winds and possible hailstorms.
ISRO to launch NVS-03 navigation satellite on Oct 30
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 28 : ISRO will launch the much awaited navigation satellite NVS-03 aboard a GSLV rocket on October 30, the premier space agency said on Wednesday. NVS-03 is the third satellite in the next generation navigation satellite system envisaged for providing continuity of navigation services for IRNSS (Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System) [] The post ISRO to launch NVS-03 navigation satellite on Oct 30 appeared first on Northlines .
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IND W vs ZIM W 3rd ODI: Zimbabwe Win Toss, Opt to Bat First
Zimbabwe Women skipper Josephine Nkomo won the toss and elected to bat first against India Women in the third and final One-Day International at the Vadodara International Cricket Stadium in Kotambi. Having already pocketed the three-match series with an unassailable 2-0 lead, Team India enter the final encounter with a single-minded focus: executing a clinical [] The post IND W vs ZIM W 3rd ODI: Zimbabwe Win Toss, Opt to Bat First appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Delhi Police arrests four for involvement in mule bank account network, seizes five phones
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) The Cyber Police Station of East District has arrested four people for their involvement in sharing and facilitating the use of a suspected mule bank account linked to a cyber-fraud investigation, Delhi Police said on Wednesday. Five mobile phones have also been recovered and seized for examination of digital evidence. The investigation has traced suspicious financial transactions amounting to Rs 44,000 through an analysis of complaints registered on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) and banking records. According to the police, the arrests were made in connection with FIR No. 84/2026, registered on October 23 under Sections 112(2) and 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). During scrutiny of NCRP complaints and financial transaction details, investigators traced a suspicious transaction of Rs 44,000 to a Kotak Mahindra Bank account allegedly linked to Ashwani, a resident of Trilokpuri, Delhi. The transaction was reportedly credited on August 2 and linked to a cyber-fraud complaint registered at Kallakurichi Police Station in Tamil Nadu under NCRP Acknowledgement No. 22908260073953. During the investigation, the complainant, Vignesh, told the police that an amount had been transferred from his Indian Bank account to his State Bank of India (SBI) account through a self-transfer transaction on August 2, which he alleged was unauthorised. He further alleged that Rs 23,000 was credited to his SBI account from an unknown bank account, following which unidentified persons carried out online transactions without his knowledge or consent. The complainant reported a total financial loss of Rs 44,000, including Rs 21,000 of his own funds, and sought police action and recovery of the money. The police said the bank statements and transaction records are being examined to establish the sequence of transactions and determine the connection between the alleged loss and the suspected beneficiary account. The investigation was conducted under the supervision of Inspector Pawan Yadav, SHO of Cyber Police Station, East District. The team comprised SI Rinki Rani, Head Constable Harish, and Constables Neeraj and Amrit Lal. During interrogation, Ashwani disclosed that he had shared his bank account details with his friend Aditya on the pretext of receiving a loan. Further investigation revealed that Aditya allegedly passed the details to Ram Kumar alias Annu, who subsequently shared them with Vikrant alias Vicky. Vikrant forwarded the details to another person in connection with a proposed commission. Based on these leads, the police arrested all four accused. They have been identified as Ashwani, 24, and Aditya, 24, both residents of Trilokpuri; Ram Kumar alias Annu, 22, a resident of Raj Nagar-II, Palam; and Vikrant alias Vicky, 31, a resident of Kakrola. The five recovered mobile phones are being examined for communications and other digital evidence that could establish the alleged chain of account sharing and the individual roles of the accused. Further investigation is underway.
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IND-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
IND-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI , Cricket Tips :The ongoing series against Zimbabwe Women has proved to be very easy for Smriti Mandhana and her team. After winning the T20I series, the hosts have also won the ODI series without much hard work. Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma scored centuries in the last game, and India sealed the series win. It was a complete domination by Team India, where Zimbabwe Women didn't have an answer. The third and final ODI will be played on Wednesday at BCA Stadium at 2 PM IST. India will be looking to end the series with a 3-0 series margin. Zimbabwe Women have the last chance to impress everyone with some fight. IND-W vs ZIM-W: Match Details Date : October 28, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 2:00 PM IST Venue : BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara IND-W vs ZIM-W: Live Streaming Details Fans can tune into Star Sports networks for the live action, and the match will be streamed live on Jio Hotstar app or website. IND-W vs ZIM-W: Head-to-Head in ODI Total Matches : 3 Zimbabwe Women: 0 India Women : 3 No Result: 0 IND-W vs ZIM-W: Ground Pitch Report The wicket is good for batting, and India proved it in both games. It is important for bowlers to bowl at the tight length because a small error can cost big. The conditions will remain similar throughout the game. IND-W vs ZIM-W: Possible XIs India Women: Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana (c), Shafali Verma, Tejal Hasabnis, Harmanpreet Kaur, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Sayali Satghare, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shree Charani, Jintimani Kalita Zimbabwe Women: Loryn Phiri, Modester Mupachikwa (wk), Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Josephine Nkomo (c), Beloved Biza, Nyasha Gwanzura, Chiedza Dhururu, Michelle Mavunga, Nomvelo Sibanda, Tendai Makusha, Olinder Chare IND-W vs ZIM-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Shafali Verma and Beloved Biza have been two consistent batters on this tour and will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Shree Charani has carried her good form and has been among the wickets. For Zimbabwe, Michelle Mavunga is the key with the ball. Today Match Prediction: I ndia Women have proved why they are better than Zimbabwe Women in all aspects. We predict the hosts to win this game. IND-W vs ZIM-W Match 3rd ODI, Today Match IND-W vs ZIM-W, IND-W vs ZIM-W Prediction, IND-W vs ZIM-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for IND-W vs ZIM-W Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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JEE aspirant found hanging in Kota PG room; another student's death sparks negligence allegations
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Kota JEE Student Dies by Suicide: 16-Year-Old Found Hanging in PG Room
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Stock markets decline in early trade; Sensex drops over 500 points
Mumbai, Oct 26 (PTI) Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty fell in early trade on Monday amid elevated crude oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and caution ahead of the US Federal Reserves policy decision later this week. The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 536.30 points to 72,583.86 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty fell 200.10 points to 22,402.80. From the 30 Sensex firms, Asian Paints, Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever, Infosys, Bajaj Finserv and Reliance Industries were among the major laggards. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Sun Pharma, Adani Ports and Axis Bank were the winners. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark,
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Kota, October 25, 2026: The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested Constable Abhay Singh posted at the Badgaon Police Outpost under Nanta Police Station in Kota City after allegedly Kota Constable Arrested for Allegedly Accepting 2,000 Bribe at Badgaon Police Outpost
'God always has the right time for us': Tilak-Nitish reflect on stellar Christchurch win
Digital Desk | Christchurch, Oct 25 (IANS) Hyderabad boys Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy reflected on a stellar win against New Zealand at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, heaping praise on each other's performances and highlighting the win. The two Hyderabad lads were recently at the epicentre of a lost T20I against West Indies in Hyderabad, where they were not able to pull off a miraculous win in the 248-run chase, but produced a stellar come-from-behind win in the second T20I in challenging conditions against the Kiwis on Saturday. Tilak scored an unbeaten 51 from 26 balls, while Nitish made an unscathed 26 from 13 deliveries after Naman Dhir provided hope with his 31 from 17 balls in the chase. Tilak and Nitish referenced the Windies loss in Hyderabad, but felt that God always has a right time for things to happen, as their unbeaten 69-run stand in Christchurch helped the Men in Blue chase down 181 for an unlikely win. Guys, I have the player of the match today, Nitish began the interaction after the win in a video shared by the BCCI. Tilak was quick to reply, I have the game changer of the match today. The two reflected on their partnership, which turned out to be a match-winning one. Tilak, tell me, how did you feel about our partnership in the middle? For me, it felt absolutely amazing, Nitish quizzed. I also felt very good about it. Back in Hyderabad, both of us basically thought that if we could win the match today, having two Telugu guys out in the middle. But like I always say, God always has the right time for us. We have to keep following the process and keep working hard, and the right things will come at the right time, Tilak said. The second T20I was played on the same surface as of the first one, and the wear and tear was well visible as the ball gripped and challenged the batters to play their strokes. Moreover, the pockets of the ground were also large, which made six-hitting difficult. More than that, with difficult conditions and a big ground, I think the wicket was really challenging today, especially if you see, big ground, slower side and also if you see when they were bowling bouncers, it is really coming quick, so it's not easy to hit whenever you want to his sixes. Honestly, if you see in the first game, it was easy to hit sixes. But in this game, as everyone knows, it was pretty challenging. When a challenge comes, you know how we want to play smartly. (That's) how we played today. We want to show our fitness levels, our core work into the game in (running) those twos, singles and running hard, and whenever we want, we were hitting sixes, Tilak added. The two players kept the scoreboard ticking with quick runs and found boundaries at crucial stages to seal the game on the second-last ball with four wickets in hand. While the two had helped India cross the line, all-rounder Naman also played a key role in infusing hope back into the Indian team with his stroke-laden 31. India were 70/5 after 10.5 overs, but Naman provided the much-needed impetus before Tilak and Nitish finished it off. I really enjoyed playing with him. I know, he's a quick runner and I'm a quick runner too. We really enjoyed playing together, but the thing which I wanted to appreciate about Tilak is (that) when Naman Dhir was going pretty well, he was striking tremendously, and then Tilak came in; he was not risking at all, he just gave singles to Naman and Naman does his things, Nitish said. One thing: when Naman was batting, I also wanted to go for the big shots, but I have promised myself to Gautam sir and Kotak sir that I will take the game deep from next time onwards. In the last game (first T20I), my mindset was slightly defensive; I wanted to take the initial singles, and I wanted to take the game deep. But today, when I was at the crease, I wanted to hit boundaries off spinners. But I played (sensibly) when Naman was hitting. I thought I'd calm myself and take the game deep. After that, (it was) God's plan, Tilak added.
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Red alert for Theni, Dindigul, Madurai amid heavy rain forecast for TN
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 25 (IANS) A red alert has been issued for Theni, Dindigul and Madurai districts, with the Regional Meteorological Centre forecasting extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places on Sunday as the northeast monsoon remains vigorous over Tamil Nadu. The three districts could receive more than 20 centimetres of rain at one or two locations, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds. The warning comes amid widespread rainfall across the state and the strengthening of a weather system over the Bay of Bengal. An orange alert has also been issued for Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Tiruchi, Karur, the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur and Sivaganga districts, besides the Karaikal region. These areas are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunder and lightning. The forecast places southern districts under particular scrutiny, while several central, delta, and western districts also face the prospect of intense rainfall. The alerts indicate that the severity of rain is expected to vary across the affected regions. According to the weather departments report, the Nilgiris recorded exceptionally heavy rainfall during the 24 hours ending at 8.30 a.m. on Saturday. Burliar registered the highest rainfall of 25 centimetres, followed by Lower Kotagiri Estate with 20 centimetres and Coonoor with 17 centimetres. The substantial rainfall in the hill district adds to concerns over the continuing monsoon spell, with further heavy rain forecast for the Nilgiris and neighbouring western districts covered by the orange alert. Meanwhile, the low-pressure area over the east-central and adjoining southeast Bay of Bengal intensified into a well-marked low-pressure area on Saturday and subsequently developed into a depression, the department said. The system is expected to move west-northwestwards and strengthen into a deep depression on Sunday. It could intensify further into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal by Monday morning. Thereafter, the weather system is likely to continue moving west-northwestwards and reach the west-central Bay of Bengal off the Andhra Pradesh coast by the morning of October 28. The forecast describes the systems expected movement and intensification over the sea. It does not specify a landfall location or time. With the northeast monsoon active and the Bay of Bengal system gathering strength, the departments latest forecast points to another spell of intense rain across multiple parts of Tamil Nadu on Sunday.
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