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.
Statue of Mahatma Gandhi Unveiled in Bismarck, North Dakota
A statue of Mahatma Gandhi was unveiled in Bismarck, North Dakota, celebrating his legacy of peace and non-violence. Statue of Mahatma Gandhi Unveiled in Bismarck, North Dakota
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.
ISRO Set to Launch GSLV-F18 Navigation Satellite Tonight
ISRO will launch the GSLV-F18 mission tonight at 11:51 PM from Sriharikota, deploying the NVS-03 navigation satellite. ISRO Set to Launch GSLV-F18 Navigation Satellite Tonight
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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 .
Kotak Bank shares gain 30% since April as earnings outlook brightens
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares experienced a significant rise, reaching a record high as growth prospects improved. The stock has shown a substantial increase of nearly 30% since April. Analysts anticipate stronger earnings attributed to various financial factors such as credit growth and higher lending rates. Improved asset quality and lower credit costs are expected to enhance profitability. This positive trajectory follows a period of stagnant performance between 2021 and 2024.
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Analysts recommend buying Dalmia Bharat Sugar, Waaree Energies, Nykaa, DLF, and Kotak Mahindra Bank with defined target prices and stop losses for short-term trading on October 30.
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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Sensex surges 905 pts, Nifty tops 22,900 on heavy buying in banking, FMCG stocks
Mumbai, Oct 29 (PTI) Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty rose in early trade on Thursday, driven by buying in blue-chip stock Reliance Industries and foreign fund inflows. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 245.43 points, or 0.34 per cent, to 73,491.46 in morning trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty rose 62.55 points, or 0.28 per cent, to 22,761.40. Adani Ports was the biggest gainer among Sensex constituents, rising 3 per cent after reporting an 18 per cent rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 3,682.44 crore for the quarter ended September. Power Grid, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Titan, Reliance Industries, NTPC, Tata
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Sensex closed 905.01 pts or 1.24% higher at 74,151.04, and Nifty 50 gained 237.90 pts or 1.05% to 22,936.75 on Thursday as midcap index outperformed and ended at days high. Realty, FMCG and PSU Bank led the sectoral gainers. Only auto and cement dipped.
Kotak raises FY27 crude oil price assumption to $100 a barrel amid West Asia conflict
Renewed attacks on Saudi infrastructure and oil tankers have heightened supply concerns, while elevated freight rates reflect continued pressure across energy markets.
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.
Fresh Landslide Hits Kalinga Ghati in Kandhamala District; Boulders Halt Traffic
Commuters and local authorities face renewed concern as a fresh landslide hit the strategic Kalinga Ghati stretch near Andharikota. Massive rock boulders rolled down the hillsides onto the arterial road, severely disrupting vehicle movement along the key passage connecting Ganjam and Kandhamal districts. The incident occurred while repair and restoration work from a previous landslide [] The post Fresh Landslide Hits Kalinga Ghati in Kandhamala District; Boulders Halt Traffic appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Kotak raises FY27 crude oil price forecast to USD 100 amid 8-month supply disruption
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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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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ISRO to launch NVS-03 navigation satellite on October 30 from Sriharikota
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch its much-awaited navigation satellite NVS-03 aboard a Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket on October 30, the space agency said on Wednesday.
Minor Tribal Girl Sexually Abused In Baran, Critical
A 13-year-old tribal girl in Baran district was allegedly sexually abused, leading to critical injuries and emergency surgery at Kota's JK Lon Hospital. Despite her parents initially refusing a police report and medical examination, authorities registered a case under the POCSO Act against unidentified accused and proceeded with a medical examination. The girl is now stable and out of danger.
Brent holds atop $110 as geopolitical risk overrides easing physical stress
The key shift in October is that the oil price rally has changed character from reflecting genuine physical tightness to what could happen next, explains Kaynat Chainwala of Kotak Neo.
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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Delhi High Court orders takedown of fake Kotak accounts on Meta, Telegram, LinkedIn
The case targets unidentified John Doe defendants who used Kotaks trademarks across WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn to run fraudulent investment schemes
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Kotak adds 5 new midcap stocks which fell up to 16% in one month to its model portfolio. Take a look
In response to recent market fluctuations, Kotak Institutional Equities has revamped its model portfolio, strategically introducing five mid-cap stocks that have seen notable price reductions. Among the new additions are Aster DM Quality Care and Dixon Tech, both showcasing promising upside potential. Alongside them, Emcure Pharmaceuticals and Endurance Technologies highlight substantial growth opportunities despite ongoing market corrections.
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.
Ex-MLA Gunjal booked in Kota over video-linked threat speech to Birlas OSD
5 Lakh Ex Gratia For Pinakota Blast Victims Family
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We dont need to panic today: Uday Kotak says India must prepare for $170 billion FCNR(B) repayment
The RBI introduced a special dollar-rupee swap facility on June 8 to attract foreign currency deposits, reinforce India's external buffers and support its balance of payments amid global uncertainty and pressure on the rupee.
Nifty-50 net profit projected to grow 18% in FY27 and 13% in FY28 amid macro headwinds: Kotak report
Q2 net profits of the Nifty-50 Index stood 1.7% above brokerage estimates and registered a 19% increase compared to the corresponding period of the previous year
Niftys 4% correction offers attractive entry point for long-term investors: Kotak Neos Chouhan
Market finds support at 22,200; recovery eyed above 22,800 amid volatility in mid and small caps and caution on crude above 120, says the analyst
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Here's why Kotak Neo recommends 'Buy' rating on ICICI Bank; 'Add' Nykaa
Nykaa offers an attractive combination of category leadership, strong execution, multiple growth levers, and improving profitability, says Shrikant Chouhan, Head of Equity Research at Kotak Neo.
BFSI Insight Summit: Rate hike outlook, funding costs put banks on guard
Setty says SBI's house view is a 50-bp rate increase by December; Kotak flags $160-170 billion FCNR(B) repayment obligation
JEE aspirant found hanging in Kota PG room; another student's death sparks negligence allegations
Two Students Die In Rajasthan's Kota, Police Say One A Suicide Case
The deaths of two students in a single day - one a case of suicide and the other currently under investigation - have shaken Kota, which is home to approximately 250,000 students at any given time.
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Two student deaths in Kota spark negligence claims
The deaths of two students in Kota, India's coaching hub, have renewed concerns over student safety and health, with one family alleging severe negligence by hostel authorities.
Two separate incidents involving student deaths in Kota have raised significant concerns about health and safety. A 16-year-old student from Madhya Pradesh was found hanging in a paying guest room. Meanwhile, a 19-year-old NEET aspirant from Bihar was discovered unconscious in his hostel bathroom. Family members expressed suspicions of negligence from hostel authorities regarding both incidents. Police have initiated investigations into the causes of these tragic events.
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Kotak Mahindra Bank gains on reporting 26% rise in Q2 consolidated net profit
Mumbai, October 26 (Udaipur Kiran): Kotak Mahindra Bank is currently trading at Rs. 438.90, up by 8.80 points or 2.05% from its previous closing of Rs. 430.10 on Kotak Mahindra Bank gains on reporting 26% rise in Q2 consolidated net profit
Global macro headwinds and crude volatility to drive commodity markets: Kotak Neo
Global central bank policy decisions, persistent crude oil volatility, and shifting macroeconomic factors will dictate short-term commodity trends, according to Anindya Banerjee, Head of Commodities Research at Kotak Neo. Speaking exclusively with ANI News in Mumbai on Monday, Banerjee provided a detailed perspective on precious metals, energy, base metals, and portfolio allocation strategies for retail investors. Addressing the recent price swings in precious metals, Banerjee clarified that gold is currently tracking macroeconomic fundamentals rather than traditional safe-haven demand. In the very short term, gold and silver
FCNR(B) scheme has bought India 3-5 years, but $170 billion repayment cliff looms: Uday Kotak
Uday Kotak has described Indias $130-billion-plus FCNR(B) mobilisation as a strong insurance policy against global shocks, but warned that repayments including interest could reach $160-170 billion over the next three to five years. He said the buffer gives India time to strengthen its economy, but should not substitute for structural reforms, investment in technology and efforts to improve domestic competitiveness.
FCNR(B) a strong insurance policy, but repayment risks loom: Uday Kotak
At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Uday Kotak said the FCNR(B) scheme had given India three to five years to strengthen its macroeconomic and financial position
Jaipur, October 26, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Rajasthan is witnessing contrasting weather conditions in the final week of October. While falling night temperatures are bringing a gradual increase in Rajasthan Weather Update: Dry Conditions for Three Days, Rain Alert for Jaipur, Bharatpur and Kota Divisions from October 29
Kota JEE Student Dies by Suicide: 16-Year-Old Found Hanging in PG Room
Kota, October 26, 2026: A 16-year-old JEE aspirant was found hanging in his paying guest (PG) accommodation in Kota on Sunday night. Police reached the spot after receiving Kota JEE Student Dies by Suicide: 16-Year-Old Found Hanging in PG Room
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,
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares lead Nifty 50 gainers after Q2 results, brokerages lift targets
At 9.41 am, the stock traded at 438.40 on the NSE, up 1.84% after rising to 446.30 in early trade from 430.50 previous close
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares climb 4% after the Q2 results
Kotak Mahindra Bank reported strong Q2FY27 earnings, with consolidated profit rising 26% year-on-year. Jefferies, Goldman Sachs, Motilal Oswal and Nuvama maintained Buy ratings, citing growth prospects and improving earnings outlook.
Q2 Results Today, 26th October 2026 Live Updates: Stay tuned to businessline for more Q2 updates
Kotak Mahindra Bank Q2 Review: Brokerages Stay Bullish, JPMorgan Raises Target
Brokerages largely retained a constructive view on the lender, citing healthy loan growth, improving asset quality and the potential for earnings growth. However, margin pressure and higher provisions...
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Kota constable caught red-handed taking Rs 2,000 bribe
Civic Polls: TD Alliance, YSRC Fighting Fit In Nellore
Vemireddy, Kotamreddy, Narayana lead alliance campaign; Anam, Kakani, Chandrasekhar Reddy spearhead YSRC drive: Reports
Kota Constable Arrested for Allegedly Accepting
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.
Teachers death in Pinakota vehicle blast exposes lack of transport in Agency villages
Teachers allege that they face difficulties in reaching schools located in interior villages, where transport facilities are inadequate and road connectivity is poor
Tiger Shroff firing: News helped handlers update shooters
Mumbai: The three shooters who fled after firing at actor Tiger Shroff on October 18 were receiving real-time updates from their handlers about the police investigation via news channel coverage, enabling them to alter their escape routes, police sources claimed on Saturday, October 24. They were apprehended from a train in Kota on October 19. 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 .
58-year-old man swept away by flash flood near Kotagiri
All tourist spots in Nilgiris closed due to red alert for heavy rain
Coimbatore district administration tells public to avoid ghat roads from Mettupalayam to Udhagamandalam via Coonoor and Kotagiri, and from Pollachi to Valparai, as major landslides had occurred at several locations
Tilak Varma reveals Gambhir's message that inspired him during thrilling chase
Tilak Varma shone brightly with an unbeaten 51 runs, leading India to a thrilling victory over New Zealand. Inspired by encouraging words from coaches Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak, he anchored the innings in a tense chase, with Nitish Kumar Reddy supporting him with a vital 26 runs. India's last-ball triumph secured a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20I series, highlighting their impressive form.
2nd T20I: 'Whole India believes in you', Tilak reveals Gambhir, Kotak's advice after stellar chase
Digital Desk | Christchurch, Oct 24 (IANS) Moments after leading India to a brilliant come-from-behind win over New Zealand in the second T20I at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Saturday, Tilak Varma revealed what special message he received from coaches Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak ahead of his match-winning unbeaten 51. Tilak and Nitish Kumar Reddy dug deep to pull off a brilliant last-over win as the India vice-captain scored an unbeaten 51 from 26 balls, while Nitish also scored an unbeaten 26 from 13 deliveries to help India chase down 181 with four wickets in hand and one ball to spare. Tilak was clutch once again, mirroring the performance of his Asia Cup final against Pakistan, as he played a big role in pulling off what looked like an unlikely win for the Men in Blue. The Southpaw was deservingly handed the Player of the Match during the post-match presentation, where he revealed the advice of head coach Gambhir and batting coach Kotak ahead of the second T20I. (Thoughts when he went in after losing 5 wickets) I was just thinking about playing till the end. Just before todays game, I was talking with coach Gautam sir and Sitanshu Kotak Sir. I was talking with both of them, and they said one thing: 'We all believe, and the whole of India believes in you. If you stay till the end, then you will win the game for us'. So thats what was going through my mind. I wanted to take the game as deep as possible, and at the end of the day, again, what everyone has believed and has done. So Im really proud of myself, Tilak said after the game. India were in all sorts of trouble as they slumped to 70/5 after 10.5 overs. A fresh Tilak was joined by the in-form Naman Dhir, who also made a strong impact with 31 from 17 balls and put up a 42-run stand for the sixth wicket. Tilak revealed that he passed a message to Naman to stay till the end and keep the scoreboard ticking. I was telling Naman that well stay till the end, and especially the wicket was slightly slower today, compared to the last game. So, I was telling Naman that well push hard in running between the wickets when spinners were bowling. So, thats what our plan was, and we pushed hard when they were bowling, and unfortunately Naman got out in the last over of Mitchell Santner. Otherwise, I think we would have finished the game in the 19th over, sorry, 18th over. So, credit goes to Naman as well, the way he batted, he added. Naman was dismissed by Mitchell Santner in his final over as the New Zealand captain took a four-wicket haul. It brought the two Hyderabadi boys -- Nitish and Tilak -- together at the crease, and then they put up an unbeaten partnership of 69 with the backs against the wall to pull off a stellar win that put India 2-0 up in the five-match series. After that, you know, the Hyderabadi boys are in play today, Nitish Reddy and myself, and we are really happy that we finished the game, Tilak said. With spinners extracting great help from the slowed-down surface, Tilak stated that they planned to keep the scoreboard ticking with running between the wickets. Definitely there was a plan like that, but we thought that wed put that intent when they bowl in our arc. Well go. Otherwise, we want to just push it in the gaps, and we want to run hard. And we have done that. I think, I think four to five two runs we have got in spinners. So they were really crucial, those eight to ten runs. So I think we played smartly there, and later on we knew that we could hit sixes against the fast bowlers. We needed that pace in this huge ground. So we were waiting for that, and we finished off in style, he added.
Digital Desk | Vadodara, Oct 24 (IANS) Fresh from a crushing nine-wicket win in the ODI series opener, a clinical India will look to clinch the series when they meet Zimbabwe in the second match here at the BCA Stadium on Sunday. The hosts, who swept the T20I series 3-0 in Raipur, extended their dominance on Friday as left-arm spinner Sree Charani's career-best 4-23 and opener Pratika Rawal's unbeaten century propelled them to another victory on a fresh red-soil pitch. After bundling out Zimbabwe for 197, India knocked off the target with 137 balls to spare and got their ICC Championship campaign off to a winning start. Charani was the standout bowler for India by relying on tight lines to keep the Zimbabwe batters in check. Pacer Kranti Gaud supported Charani well by picking 3-42, and India will wish for that to continue on Sunday. 17-year-old Beloved Biza held the innings together for Zimbabwe with a patient 62 off 92 balls, her fourth ODI fifty and she will again be the visitors best batting hope on Sunday. With the bat, Pratika was superlative in hitting 15 fours in her 96-ball century her third ton in the format. What would have also pleased India is regular opener Shafali Verma smashing an unbeaten 64 off 33 balls with five fours and four sixes while batting just the second time at number three in ODIs. India, who are using the series to test different combinations ahead of the multi-format trip to South Africa, will want to tighten up their fielding after two early lapses. When: October 25, 2026, 2:00 PM Where: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara Where to watch: The match will be shown live on the Star Sports channels on TV, and live streaming is available on the JioHotstar app and website. Squads India: Smriti Mandhana (captain), Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur, Harleen Deol, Tejal Hasabnis, Deepti Sharma (vice-captain), Richa Ghosh (wk), Yastika Bhatia (wk), Vaishnavi Sharma, Nandni Sharma, Sree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare, and Jintimani Kalita. Zimbabwe: Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Chiedza Dhururu (wk), Nyasha Gwanzura, Josephine Nkomo (captain), Modester Mupachikwa, Sharne Mayers, Loryn Phiri, Francisca Chipare, Kudzai Chigora, Nomvelo Sibanda (vice-captain), Olinder Chare, Michelle Mavunga, and Tendai Makusha.
Kotak Mahindra Bank's Q2 consolidated net profit rises 26% to 5,645 crore
Standalone profit rose 29 per cent as NII grew 16 per cent and provisions fell, though large FCNR(B) inflows pushed net interest margin down to 4.31 per cent
Kotak Bank Q2 profit rises 29%, beats estimates
Kotak Mahindra Bank posts a stand-alone net profit of 4,211 crore ($443.5 million) for the three months ended September
Kotak Mahindra Bank has announced an impressive 26% year-on-year increase in consolidated profit after tax for the second quarter, highlighting strong financial performance. Their standalone profit after tax surged by 29% compared to last year
Tiger Shroff shooting: 'Shooters received real-time updates from handlers based on media coverage'
The three men accused of firing at actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai allegedly received real-time updates about the police investigation from their handlers through encrypted messaging apps, helping them change their escape plans, police sources said. The suspects were arrested from a train in Kota on October 19. Mumbai Police are questioning them to trace the weapons and identify others involved in the attack.
Five people were killed on Saturday morning following an accidental explosion involving gelatin sticks during road expansion work in Andhra Pradeshs Alluri Sitharama Raju district, police reported. Details of the Road Construction Blast The tragic incident occurred at Pinakota village within the Anantagiri mandal as workers were conducting rock blasting for a ghat road expansion [] The post Five Killed in Accidental Gelatin Blast During Road-Widening Work in Andhra Pradeshs Alluri Sitharama Raju District appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Gelatin Explosives Misfire During Ghat Road Work, Teacher And Four Others Killed In Andhra Pradesh
Five lives were lost in a road construction accident in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday morning after an attempt to break rocks with explosives ended in a deadly blast. The explosion took place in Pinakota village of Ananthagiri mandal in Alluri Sitharama
Q2 results: IDFC First Bank, Castrol India, JK Cement, 30 more on Oct 24
Q2FY27 company results: Firms including Kotak Mahindra, AU Small Finance Bank, Kajaria Ceramics, Netweb Technologies, and Apollo Micro Systems are also to release their July-September earnings today
Schools closed in six taluks of Nilgiris district in TN; Coimbatore bars special classes amid rain
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 24 (IANS) Schools in six taluks of the Nilgiris district were declared closed on Saturday following rain since Friday night, as wet weather continued across several parts of Tamil Nadu. District Collector Lakshmi Bhavya issued the order covering all schools in Udhagamandalam, Coonoor, Kotagiri, Kundah, Gudalur and Pandalur taluks. The holiday was announced in view of the continuing rainfall in these areas. In neighbouring Coimbatore district, the Collector announced a holiday for all categories of schools and directed managements against conducting special classes on Saturday. The instruction was issued amid forecasts of heavy rain, with schools told not to bring students in for additional teaching sessions. The directive applies to all types of schools across the district, the announcement said. The announcements came as rain affected the western districts and several central and southern parts of the State, bringing waterlogging to roads and disrupting travel in some localities. According to the weather information cited in the report, a low-pressure area has formed over the Bay of Bengal. The weather department indicated that the system could strengthen into a cyclone and move towards the Andhra PradeshOdisha coast, while Tamil Nadu could experience heavy rainfall. In Pudukkottai, heavy showers lashed urban areas for more than half an hour, bringing a marked change in the weather and cooler conditions. Tiruchirappalli city and its suburbs also received heavy rain. Water accumulated on several roads, making movement difficult for motorists and slowing traffic through affected stretches. The downpour left commuters negotiating waterlogged sections as rain continued across the region. Thanjavur witnessed a sudden spell of rain in the evening after a sunny morning. The showers brought relief to farmers, who welcomed the rainfall and its potential contribution to groundwater recharge. Rain in different parts of Karur Corporation similarly brought cooler conditions. However, overflowing rainwater on roads in Pallapatti caused inconvenience to residents and road users. In Theni district, widespread showers were reported from Andipatti, Bodinayakanur, Periyakulam and Cumbum. Thick fog covered the Bodimettu hill road, reducing visibility along the mountain stretch. Rain was also reported across the western belt, including the Nilgiris and Coimbatore, prompting the school-related announcements. The Nilgiris order specifically covered the six named taluks, while Coimbatores announcement included an express instruction that special classes should not be held during the holiday.
Tiger Shroff firing case: Shooters received real-time updates from handler, monitored TV news
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 24 (IANS) The investigation into the firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has revealed that the shooters were in constant contact with their handler through phone calls and messages. Investigators suspect that the accused were also receiving real-time updates about the police investigation, including information broadcast on television news channels. According to sources, the shooters remained in touch with their handler during and after the October 18 attack. They were provided with updates about developments in the case and the police operation to identify and apprehend them. Sources said that after information about the shooters' identities and appearances began emerging, the handler instructed them to leave the area. The accused were also reportedly kept informed about news coverage of the incident. Investigators suspect that someone was monitoring television news channels and passing relevant information to the accused. When footage of the shooting and images of the suspects, captured in videos recorded by vloggers, were broadcast, one of the accused, Rehan Ansari, received messages instructing him to leave. However, the identity of the person who monitored television coverage and relayed information to the shooters remains unknown. The police are investigating the communication network used by the accused and their associates. According to police sources, investigators suspect that Anil Pandit, who is believed to be in the US, or Ankit Khattak and Sameer Khatri, who were recently arrested in Sonipat, may have been involved in directing Rehan through Internet-based communication applications. The police have reportedly recovered photographs, videos and details of conversations from the accused. The investigation has also revealed that the suspects allegedly changed their travel plans and modes of transport in response to information about police movements. After the firing at Tiger Shroff's car on October 18, the three alleged shooters fled on motorcycles before travelling to different locations by train and cab. They relied on Internet-based calls instead of conventional mobile networks, making it difficult for investigators to trace their communications. A routine phone conversation between one of the accused and a cab driver reportedly provided the police with an important lead. Acting on information shared by the Mumbai Police, the three suspects were subsequently arrested from a train in Kota, Rajasthan. So far, 10 people have been arrested in connection with the case. The three alleged shooters Phool Singh (18), Rehan Rahimuddin Ansari (18) and Hrithik Mahato (22) remain in police custody until October 31. According to sources in the Mumbai Crime Branch, Randeep Malik, associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, reportedly connected Rehan with Anil Pandit. Another accused, Kunal, is also suspected of having come into contact with Pandit through Malik. Investigators further suspect that individuals who conducted reconnaissance in Mumbai sent photographs of locations associated with the actor to Pandit and Malik. These reportedly included Tiger Shroff's football ground and several locations in the Juhu and Bandra areas. Sources said that the accused allegedly discussed testing the firearm before carrying out the attack. Hrithik reportedly suggested the forests of Aarey Colony for this purpose, as his experience working as a Rapido rider in Mumbai had made him familiar with the area. During interrogation, the accused claimed that Tiger Shroff's praise for actor Salman Khan at an event was among the reasons behind the decision to target him. Sources said investigators were examining these claims. The Crime Branch has not yet established the motive conclusively. Meanwhile, Tiger Shroff is said to have been deeply disturbed by the incident. An officer said the actor told the police during preliminary discussions that he was shocked by the firing and had never imagined that his car would be targeted. The actor reportedly told investigators that he had no personal enmity with anyone and did not know who the attackers were or why they had opened fire. A Crime Branch officer said the actor's statement has not yet been formally recorded because he was distressed following the incident. The police are expected to record his statement soon as the investigation continues.
Q2 Results Today, 24th October 2026: Follow the latest announcements and developments on the September quarter earnings, key companies in focus today include Kotak Mahindra Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, IDFC First Bank, JK Cement, Netweb Technologies, Castrol India, Kajaria Ceramics and Bharat Coking Coal
Gujarat govt transfers 17 IAS officers; appoints new collectors
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 23 (IANS) The Gujarat government on Friday transferred 17 IAS officers in a major administrative reshuffle, appointing new collectors for Mehsana, Anand and Vav-Tharad, and reassigning district development officers across several districts. The General Administration Department (GAD) issued the notification on October 23, with changes spanning the Revenue, Home, Education, Rural Development, Industries and Mines, and Sports departments. The reshuffle also includes changes in senior officers additional charges and appointments to key administrative institutions. G.T. Pandya, Additional Secretary in the Education Department, has been appointed Director of Information, Gandhinagar. Alok Kumar Pandey, Secretary in the Tribal Development Department, will take additional charge as Commissioner of Relief and ex-officio Secretary in the Revenue Department, relieving Gaurangbhai Makwana of the responsibility. Makwana, who is Managing Director of Uttar Gujarat Vij Company Ltd (UGVCL), Mehsana, has been given additional charge of Managing Director of INDEXT-B, Gandhinagar. S.K. Prajapati, Collector of Mehsana, has been transferred as Additional Rural Development Commissioner in Gandhinagar, taking over the post for which V.K. Jadav held additional charge. Harshit Pruthwiraj Gosavi, Additional Secretary in the Home Department handling Law and Order, will replace Prajapati as Mehsana Collector. Praveen Chaudhary, Collector of Anand, has been moved to the Industries and Mines Department for appointment as Chief Executive Officer of the special projects covering the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) and Mandal-Bechraji SIR. The move relieves Kuldeep Arya of the additional charge of the post. Utsav Gautam, District Development Officer (DDO) of Kutch-Bhuj, will replace Chaudhary as Anand Collector. M.J. Dave, DDO of Banaskantha-Palanpur, has been appointed Collector of Vav-Tharad, relieving Kalpesh Kumar Sharma of the additional charge. Sachin Kumar, DDO of Chhotaudepur, has been transferred to Gandhinagar as Deputy Secretary in the Home Department for Law and Order, succeeding Gosavi. Four officers serving as Project Administrators under the Tribal Area Sub Plan have also been assigned district development responsibilities. Vandana Meena, currently posted in Mahisagar, will become DDO of Valsad, while Rajesh Kumar Mourya, serving in Songadh in Tapi district, has been appointed DDO of Amreli. Swapnil Mahadeo Sisle, Project Administrator in Vansada, Navsari district, will take over as DDO of Tapi. Omkar Rajendra Shinde, currently posted in Chhotaudepur, will replace Sachin Kumar as the districts DDO. The movement of DDOs has also led to a change in Kutch-Bhuj, where Atirag Chaplot, currently DDO of Valsad, will replace Utsav Gautam. Ram Niwas Bugalia, DDO of Tapi, will move to Banaskantha-Palanpur, succeeding M.J. Dave, who has been appointed Collector of Vav-Tharad. In changes involving training institutions, C.C. Kotak, Deputy Director General of the Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA), Ahmedabad, has been transferred for appointment as Special Director at the State Institute of Rural Development (SIRD), Ahmedabad. The appointment relieves V.N. Shah of the additional charge of the post. B.N. Patel, Executive Director of Gujarat Gas Ltd., Gandhinagar, has been transferred for appointment as Director General of the Sports Authority of Gujarat. Rajesh Kumar Mouryas appointment as DDO of Amreli will also end K.J. Jadejas additional charge of the post. The notification further relieves V.K. Jadav of the additional charge of Additional Rural Development Commissioner, Kalpesh Kumar Sharma of the additional charge of Collector of Vav-Tharad, and Kuldeep Arya of the additional charge of chief executive officer for the Dholera and Mandal-Bechraji SIR projects.
Sitanshu Kotak Press Conference: Update on Ishan Kishan, Vaibhav in Playing XI and more
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addresses the media ahead of the 2nd T20I against New Zealand, discussing Vaibhav Sooryavanshis talent, Sanju Samsons fearless batting approach, Tilak Varmas promotion in the batting order and Ishan Kishans fitness. Kotak also explains the team managements selection decisions and the importance of backing young players without creating unnecessary pressure.
'It doesn't work like that': Coach keeps suspense over Sooryavanshi's chances in XI
Ahead of the second T20I, Sitanshu Kotak highlighted the crucial role of management in player selection. With Ishan Kishan injured, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could step in. Kotak praised openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma for their stellar performances in the opening match against New Zealand. He urged the team to prioritise unity over social media distractions as they strive for another win in Christchurch.
Indian stocks attractive at 16 times FY28 earnings, says Kotak Neo
Kotak Neo expects selective buying opportunities despite volatility, with crude oil prices, foreign fund flows and geopolitical developments shaping market direction
