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Iran Knocked Out U.S. Navys Bahrain Hub? 'Fifth Fleet Base Badly Damaged'

Iran says repeated missile and drone attacks have knocked the U.S. Fifth Fleets headquarters and support base in Bahrain out of operational use.An adviser to the IRGC Aerospace Force commander told Fars News Agency that American personnel may remain at the facility but claimed it can no longer support operations in the way it previously did.Washington has not confirmed Irans claim that the base has been knocked out. But senior U.S. Navy officials have acknowledged extensive damage to the Bahrain facility and said the Navy would not be returning there anytime soon.Iran also claims the damage contributed to the USS Abraham Lincoln leaving the region, although the U.S. has not said Iran forced the carriers departure.Times Of India (TOI) Is The Largest Selling English Daily In The World.

The Times of India 7 Oct 2026 3:25 am

Eva Marie Saint, 'North by Northwest' movie star, dies at 102

Eva Marie Saint,

devdiscourse 7 Oct 2026 3:11 am

Michael Douglas admits he almost left his wife for his

Michael Douglas reveals in his memoir

Fox News 7 Oct 2026 3:02 am

Venezuela's Cardon refinery halted after fire, sources say

Venezuela's

devdiscourse 7 Oct 2026 2:39 am

Marco Rubio Humiliated By NATO Reporter Over Trump's Iceland Takeover Post | On Cam

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio faced an awkward question during his visit to Iceland after a reporter confronted him over President Donald Trumps controversial social media post depicting Iceland, Greenland, Canada and other territories as part of the United States.Asked about Trumps post, Rubio declined to engage with the controversy, saying: Were not talking about social media posts. Im here, were here meeting with a country everythings very positive in our relationship. The question came as Rubio tried to emphasize stronger security and economic cooperation with Iceland, a NATO ally that has been uneasy about Trumps Arctic ambitions.

The Times of India 7 Oct 2026 2:25 am

Kane scores twice but who else was a 'real threat'? England player ratings

Senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel rates the England players after Tuesday's 3-0 win against the Czech Republic.

BBC 7 Oct 2026 2:12 am

When It Rains, Delhi's Kirari Sinks In Sewage: Rs 263 Crore Drain Plan Gets Nod

Kirari has more than 100 unauthorised colonies without a sewerage system, according to govt records, putting additional pressure on the area's limited drainage infrastructure during the monsoon.

NDTV 7 Oct 2026 1:57 am

Black Sea drone strike sinks ship in first attack in Bulgaria's economic zone

Black Sea drone strike sinks ship in first attack in Bulgaria's economic zone

India Today 7 Oct 2026 1:56 am

Venezuela's Cardon refinery halted amid fire, sources say

Venezuela's

devdiscourse 7 Oct 2026 1:53 am

Opposition's anti-SIR-CEC march turns into INDIA bloc-government face-off

Opposition members from the INDIA bloc, led by Rahul Gandhi, organized a protest march to the Election Commission. The police stopped their march just before reaching Akashvani Bhavan, leading to a lengthy dharna by the MPs. Despite police attempts to remove the protesters, several MPs entered the Akashvani premises and continued their demonstration. Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi and accused his government of treasonous actions against the country.

The Times of India 7 Oct 2026 1:47 am

Libya's eastern lawmakers elect Abdulnabi as speaker after 12 years of Saleh

Libya's eastern-based House of Representatives elected Al-Salhin

devdiscourse 7 Oct 2026 1:45 am

Dentist's battle saved Machchhar after cockpit stabbing

A dentist on a Tel Aviv-bound flydubai flight heroically saved Captain Smit Machchhar's life after he was stabbed by a co-pilot in an apparent attempt to crash the aircraft. Dr. Shuta Musaev's 45-minute intervention, using makeshift medical supplies, stabilised the severely injured captain, who is now recovering and has been praised by Indian and Israeli Prime Ministers.

Rediff 7 Oct 2026 1:14 am

Guns, Political Killings, Attacks On Cops: Punjab's Arms Trail Before Polls

What does the availability of sophisticated illegal weapons indicate about the state's evolving law-and-order and security challenge?

NDTV 7 Oct 2026 1:12 am

Ronaldo wants Portugal 'punishment' but not retiring

Cristiano Ronaldo says he is not retiring from international football but deserves to be punished for walking out on Portugal for a reach of the coach's trust.

BBC 7 Oct 2026 1:11 am

Adani asked to defer Mumbai airport's international flight shift to Navi Mumbai

The civil aviation ministry has asked Adani Airport Holdings to defer its plan to shift more than a third of Mumbai airport's international departures to Navi Mumbai airport from October 25. The ministry has also sought a fresh Terminal 1 redevelopment roadmap after airlines raised concerns over disruptions and commercial losses.

The Economic Times 7 Oct 2026 1:06 am

SC questions Shinde camp's Sena symbol claim

The Supreme Court is examining the Election Commission's decision to allot the Shiv Sena's bow-and-arrow symbol to the Eknath Shinde faction. The court questioned the validity of relying primarily on legislative strength, particularly when MLAs face disqualification. Arguments from the Shinde faction defended the EC's test, while the court raised concerns about the sentiment of the symbol for defectors and the practicalities of assessing grassroots support. The hearing remains inconclusive.

Rediff 7 Oct 2026 1:01 am

3 of Nolan Wells' friends sue NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens for defamation

Three friends of Nolan Wells, a Black college student who went missing from a Mississippi island and was later found dead, are suing NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens for defamation

ABC News 7 Oct 2026 12:57 am

Adani Power, Bhutan's DGPC sign pact to develop 770 MW hydropower project

Adani Power and Bhutan's state-owned Druk Green Power Corporation have signed an agreement to jointly develop the 770 MW Chamkharchhu-I Hydroelectric Project. The project will be built through a 49:51 equity partnership under the BOOT model, with construction expected to begin in the first half of 2027 and commissioning within six years.

The Economic Times 7 Oct 2026 12:45 am

R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for '80s hits like 'You Are My Lady,' dies at 70

Grammy-nominated R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for hits like Rock Me Tonight and You Are My Lady, has died at 70

ABC News 7 Oct 2026 12:27 am

Lionel Messi's Last Match For Argentina Live Streaming, Argentina vs Benin Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Lionel Messi's Last Match For Argentina Live Streaming, Argentina vs Benin Live Telecast: When and where to watch

NDTV 7 Oct 2026 12:27 am

Khalid Jamil takes blame after India's 6-1 Uruguay defeat, admits game plan fell short

Khalid Jamil takes blame after India's 6-1 Uruguay defeat, admits game plan fell short

India Today 7 Oct 2026 12:24 am

Delhi traffic advisory issued for Oct 7 BJP event marking PM Modi's 25 years in public life: Check routes to avoid, restrictions and other details

Traffic restrictions will be implemented on key roads in Delhi from 5 am to 1 pm on Wednesday. The restrictions are due to a BJP programme marking Prime Minister Modi's 25 years in public life. Traffic will be regulated or diverted on several major routes, including Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg and JLN Marg. Commuters are advised to avoid these roads wherever possible to minimize disruptions.

The Economic Times 7 Oct 2026 12:23 am

Man charged with GP's murder

A man is charged with the murder of a GP who was found dead at her home.

BBC 7 Oct 2026 12:19 am

Soccer-Kane matches Shilton's England appearance mark on milestone Wembley night

Captain Harry Kane matched Peter Shilton's England

devdiscourse 7 Oct 2026 12:17 am

Kane's rise from childhood keeper to equalling England cap record

Harry Kane reaches another significant England milestone by equalling Peter Shilton's record as the most-capped Three Lions player that he has held for 36 years.

BBC 7 Oct 2026 12:15 am

US appeals court weighs block on Kennedy's vaccine panel appointments

A lawyer for the Trump administration told a

devdiscourse 7 Oct 2026 12:00 am

Tripura tribal bodies' poll results prove people reject CPI (M)-Congress ideology: CM Saha

Digital Desk | Agartala, Oct 6 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Tuesday that the people of the state were not ready to accept the CPI-M, Congress or their ideology, which, he said, had once again been proved by the results of the recent Village Committee (VC) elections. Saha said he had earlier predicted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would win more than 90 per cent of the seats in the elections, and the results had proved his assessment correct. We are being told repeatedly here that we have worked as we have done before. We went to the elections and got more than what we expected. This is good for Tripura, and in the future, we hope that we will work together in the plains and hills and for the development of Tripura, he told the media. He added that the opposition parties should introspect and understand why they had suffered such a setback in the elections. I will tell the Opposition the same thing again and again: they need to think about why this is happening to them. So, of course, their thinking or the ideology they believe in -- that people will not accept you in any situation -- has been proven. It is being proven again and again. So, it is their business; they will understand, CM Saha said. The Chief Minister added that people were clear about what they wanted, what they needed and what they expected from the government and various levels of government institutions. So, the Opposition does not understand them. They are talking about the traditional hopes that they have been talking about. These are already backdated now. These will not be able to come in the future under any circumstances, he said. Chief Minister Saha also criticised the Opposition for questioning the electronic voting machines (EVMs) and the Election Commission (EC) after electoral defeats. I said yesterday that whenever they lose, they will only lose after losing. Whenever they lose, they blame the EVMs and Election Commission. And they have repeated the same in the aftermath of the declaration of the VC elections, he added. Meanwhile, of the total 4,594 seats in 587 Village Committees, BJP's tribal-based ally Tipra Motha Party (TMP) won 3,428 seats (74.61 per cent), while the BJP bagged 859 seats (18.70 per cent). Their other tribal-based ally, the Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT), secured 33 seats (0.72 per cent). The Opposition CPI-M bagged 87 seats (1.89 per cent), the Congress secured 14 seats (0.30 per cent), while Independents won 173 seats (3.77 per cent). The elections were held on September 28, with the final results declared early on Tuesday.

bhaskarlive 7 Oct 2026 12:00 am

TG Govt Identifies 320 Mandals As 'Drought-Hit'

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy was expected to visit Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 6 Oct 2026 11:56 pm

Trump says taxpayers won't fund his promotional ads going forward

President Donald Trump said Monday night that he will no longer use taxpayer funds to pay for a multimillion-dollar pro-Trump ad blitz ahead of the midterm elections, saying his super PAC will now pay for them. But he appears to have no plans to reimburse the federal government for funds already used on the ads, a White House official said Tuesday. The Presidents [social media post] was not referring to reimbursement, the official told ABC News. While Trump dismissed criticism of the ads as a rather standard thing to do, he posted Monday that he had decided to pay for them on his own dime. I have decided to do the Patriotic Ads, among others, and pay for them myself, and with money I raised for MAGA, Inc, Trump wrote, referring to his super PAC. Eric Lee/Reuters - PHOTO: President Donald Trump speaks with media before boarding Marine One as he travels to Grand Island, Nebraska, on the South Lawn of the White House, Oct. 5, 2026. The move came after the U.S. government bankrolled a series of ads that aired nationally and heavily featured the president. One of the ads was a direct copy of a spot Trump's campaign ran in 2024. A White House official confirmed to ABC News Monday night that MAGA Inc. will pay for ads moving forward but defended them as something previous administrations have used. Presidential Public service announcements are nothing new. Administrations of both parties have used public service announcements to explain policy and make the case for the nations direction, the official said. Trump defends spending millions on taxpayer-funded promotional ads: 'For the country' Earlier Monday, Vice President JD Vance defended using taxpayer money to run the ads, claiming they are public service announcements. They're not partisan. They're not -- you know, it's not like we're advocating for a particular candidate. We're trying to tell a story, I think, about how great the United States of America is, Vance said. Trump defended the ads last week at an event in the Oval Office, saying they were for the spirit of our country and not a political endorsement for Republican candidates on the ballot this November or for his administration's policies. You have to understand; I'm not promoting a candidate. I'm not promoting myself because I'm not running for office. I'm promoting the country, Trump said. Now, if somebody said that that's wrong, I'll gladly pay the money. But these are ads for the country, he said. U.S. Government - PHOTO: A fourth taxpayer-funded ad that promotes President Donald Trumps policies ahead of the midterm elections shows scenes of Trump and the U.S. military amid the war in Iran as audio of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the president play over them. Trump has implored Republican voters to pretend that he is on the ballot in the November midterm elections to boost voter turnout for GOP congressional candidates. The federal government has spent at least $2.5 million to air the TV ads, according to an estimate from AdImpact, an advertising agency that analyzes ad spending across television. A total of $20 million from the Department of Homeland Security's budget had been allocated for the effort. Ethics watchdogs and several Congressional Democrats -- as well as some Republicans -- have said the ads are inappropriate. Some critics have said the ads could violate federal propaganda law. Four ads have been aired over the last two weeks. One features Trump in monochrome, slowly walking down a hallway, describing the final battle against the deep state, the globalists, and the sick political class that hates our country. U.S. government video - PHOTO: The Trump administration appeared to run an ad on Fox News that has drawn criticism from Democrats as violating federal rules preventing the use of tax dollars for political purposes. Another ad includes a montage of clips and images of Trump at events and rallies featuring onscreen text about the largest tax cuts in history. The latest ad, released last week, focuses on the U.S. war with Iran, now in its eighth month. Audio of Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth plays in the background as U.S. military footage, including unclassified strikes, is displayed. The video in the ad appears to be the same as one played during the Republican midterm convention last month. And it played last Wednesday before Hegseth addressed 600 service members in his State of the Force speech at the Marine Corps base at Quantico, Virginia. This article originally appeared on ABC News at https://abcnews.com/Politics/trump-super-pac-pay-controversial-promotional-ad-campaign/story?id=137019187

Yahoo 6 Oct 2026 11:56 pm

'I'm getting fed up': voters line up before dawn as early voting begins in Ohio

Voters started lining up while it was still dark on Tuesday morning at the Medina County

devdiscourse 6 Oct 2026 11:50 pm

Kenyan president's office: family members of Ebola patient, health workers quarantined

Kenyan President William Ruto's spokesperson said in a statement on Tuesday that eight family members of an Ebola patient who died in Nairobi had been quarantined along with 21 healthcare workers who attended to the patient.

devdiscourse 6 Oct 2026 11:50 pm

Manipur Cabinet thanks PM Modi for 'special attention' to state, Northeast region

Digital Desk | Imphal, Oct 6 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh said on Tuesday that the state Cabinet placed on record its deep gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his tireless service to the nation and appreciation for the special attention accorded to Manipur and the Northeast. The Chief Minister told that the state Cabinet adopted a resolution expressing its heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Modi for his selfless work for the development of the country and the welfare of its citizens in his 25 years of public service. Chief Minister Singh while talking to the media said that the state Cabinet expressed confidence that India will achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047 with the vision of Prime Minister. Chief Minister Singh said that the state government reaffirmed its commitment to work with the Union government for peace, progress and prosperity of Manipur and the nation. He also highlighted the 25 years of uninterrupted public service of Prime Minister Modi and the development initiatives in the country undertaken under his leadership. The Chief Minister said that the Prime Minister would complete 25 years of uninterrupted public service as an elected head of the government on October 7, beginning with his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2001 and subsequently serving as the country's Prime Minister since 2014. He added that the remarkable journey reflected Prime Minister Modi's commitment to public service, good governance and the welfare of the people. The state Cabinet's resolution also records gratitude for his visionary leadership and dedicated service to the nation. Speaking on the Prime Minister's tenure from 2014 till now, the Chief Minister said that India has witnessed significant economic growth, with the country emerging as one of the fastest-growing major economies. He recalled that India was ranked 11th among the world's largest economies before Narendra Modi became the country's Prime Minister and said that under his leadership, India had risen to the fourth position among the world's largest economies. Recalling the Prime Minister's tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat, state government Spokesperson Radheshyam Singh said that several initiatives were undertaken during the period from 2001 to 2014, including the rebuilding of Kutch following the 2001 earthquake and the expansion of electricity supply to villages through the Jyotigram Yojana. He also highlighted initiatives such as Krishi Mahotsav, Soil Health Cards and check dams, which contributed to agricultural development. The Spokesperson also said that initiatives such as the Vibrant Gujarat Summit, GIFT City and Charanka Solar Park helped attract investment, while programmes such as Kanya Kelavani Yojana and Chiranjeevi Yojana focused on education and safe deliveries. Radheshyam Singh also referred to SWAGAT as an initiative that enabled citizens to directly raise their grievances with the Chief Minister. He said that the Union government's welfare initiatives had contributed to lifting around 25 crore people out of poverty, while free foodgrains are being provided to around 80 crore citizens. He also highlighted the expansion of housing, sanitation and LPG connections under various welfare programmes. The Spokesperson added that the transformation in banking and digital payments had also been significant, with more than 59 crore Jan Dhan accounts and the rapid expansion of UPI transactions. He also highlighted the expansion of Ayushman Bharat, drinking-water connections and other basic services. Referring to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Spokesperson said that more than 220 crore vaccine doses were provided free of cost in the country and that vaccines were also supplied to around 100 countries. He also pointed to the expansion of national highways and airports as evidence of the country's infrastructure development. The Spokesperson said that India's firm approach towards terrorism had also been demonstrated through Operation Sindoor, launched following the Pahalgam terror attack, reflecting the country's policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism. He also highlighted the Union government's initiatives for women and farmers, including reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies and income support to farmers through PM-KISAN. Radheshyam Singh said India's growing global stature was also reflected in the successful G20 Presidency in 2023 and the achievement of Chandrayaan-3, which landed near the Moon's South Pole. Highlighting major developmental initiatives taken under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Modi, he added that the state has witnessed major development in connectivity and infrastructure under the leadership of Prime Minister. He said that railway services reached Manipur in 2022, marking a historic milestone in the state's connectivity. He also highlighted the ongoing Jiribam-Imphal railway line, including the Noney Bridge, described as the world's tallest railway pier bridge. The Spokesperson said that around 1,100 km of National Highways, involving an investment of around Rs 16,000 crore, have been sanctioned for Manipur. He added that these projects would further improve connectivity and support economic development in the state. He also highlighted the signing of the peace agreement with the United National Liberation Front (UNLF-P) on November 29, 2023, describing it as an important development in the efforts towards peace and stability in Manipur. Another government Spokesperson S. Ranjan Singh said that for the protection of the indigenous people, the Inner Line Permit system was extended to Manipur in December 2019, while around 240 km of the India-Myanmar border has been sanctioned for fencing, involving an estimated cost of Rs 3,223 crore. He also added that rural tap-water coverage in Manipur has increased substantially, from around six per cent to 80 per cent, reflecting the impact of efforts to improve access to drinking water. Highlighting developments in education, sports and healthcare, he said that India's first National Sports University was established at Imphal, while Churachandpur Medical College was set up as the first medical college in the hill districts of the state. S. Ranjan Singh said that more than 14 lakh people in Manipur have been covered under Ayushman Bharat, while Externally Aided Projects worth more than Rs 11,000 crore have been approved, with around Rs 6,400 crore received for capital investment. He added that these investments are in addition to various Centrally Sponsored Schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). S. Ranjan Singh said that the special attention given by Prime Minister Modi to Manipur and the Northeastern region has contributed to the region's development and greater integration with the national mainstream. He added that the state government remains committed to carrying forward the Prime Minister's vision of Seva, Sushasan and Antyodaya. Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho and the Art and Culture Minister Loken Singh were also present during the media briefing.

bhaskarlive 6 Oct 2026 11:48 pm

KMC restores 'nearly dead' water body near New Alipore

The Times of India 6 Oct 2026 11:48 pm

Lovlina Borgohain Gets Hero's Welcome In Guwahati

Boxer Lovlina Borgohain received a grand welcome in Guwahati after winning a gold medal at the Asian Games in the women's 75-kg category.

Rediff 6 Oct 2026 11:44 pm

India show potential with Anirudh Thapa's goal, crumble in second half as Uruguay win 6-1 in Kolkata

Indias international break ended on a disappointing note as they were beaten 6-1 by Uruguay at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Tuesday. Anirudh Thapa scored Indias only goal in the first half, but Uruguay responded with five further strikes after the hosts had briefly restored parity. Maxi Araujo scored twice for the visitors, while Darwin Nunez, Rodrigo Zalazar, Juan Sanabria and Rodrigo Aguirre also made the scoresheet.

India TV 6 Oct 2026 11:37 pm

Middle powers are soft on the US, 'about right' with China, survey finds

The Munich Security Conference poll, conducted in 11 countries, found respondents in India saying the government was oo accommodating of China

Business Standard 6 Oct 2026 11:36 pm

Apple's Cheapest Mac Gets the Same Care as Its Priciest Devices, Says CEO John Ternus

John Ternus says Apple builds even its most affordable Mac with the same care inside and out, drawing on a lesson from Steve Jobs. He also hinted at what this means for Apple's future.

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 11:29 pm

Zerodha's Youngest Investor Is 28-Day-Old Infant: Step-By-Step Guide To Open Free Minor Demat Account

Zerodhas youngest customer is just 28 days old, after the infants parents opened a minor account and made the first investment a week later.

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 11:26 pm

BCCI Announces Vice-Captains In Women's ODIs, T20Is After Smriti Mandhana Becomes Skipper

Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma were on Tuesday named vice-captains for India's T20I and ODI squads respectively, with both set to serve as deputies to newly-appointed captain Smriti Mandhana for the home series against Zimbabwe.

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 11:25 pm

Bhuvneshwar Kumar back in Indian team: Did Ajit Agarkar's exit make the difference?

Bhuvneshwar Kumar back in Indian team: Did Ajit Agarkar's exit make the difference?

India Today 6 Oct 2026 11:21 pm

Gujarat govt considering lawyers' suggestions on Rent Bill, exploring way forward: AG Trivedi

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 6 (IANS) The Gujarat government is considering suggestions from the legal fraternity on the Gujarat Rent Bill, 2026, and is looking at ways to address the concerns raised by lawyers before deciding on the next course of action, Advocate General Kamal Trivedi confirmed on Tuesday. Approaching Trivedi on the dissent among lawyers, he said the state government is favorably considering the concerns of lawyers and is seeking their suggestions, particularly on the proposed transfer of rent-related disputes from courts to administrative authorities. The government is favourably considering to see that the anxiety of the lawyers' fraternity is taken care of, the Advocate General told IANS, adding that the state government was considering suggestions from lawyers before taking any step, including possible amendments to the legislation. The clarification comes a day after Trivedi told the Gujarat High Court that the state government had assured members of the Bar Council of Gujarat (BCG) that it would seek to resolve the issue and that the Bill would not proceed in its present form. Trivedi, however, clarified that his remarks before the court should not be read as a formal government commitment that the Governor would not sign the Bill. He said the discussion he had with the judge was a general conversation after the court sought to know why lawyers were on strike and was not a formal statement recorded by the court on the Bill. The crux of the matter lies in the fact that on Sunday there was a meeting where all the members of the body which had given a call for a strike were convinced that the government is interested to see that this is put an end to, he added. According to Trivedi, a meeting was held on Sunday in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and members of the BCG. He said that the members agreed that the state government is open to considering their concerns and that a further meeting with Ministers and officials is to be held later on Tuesday. Trivedi said the lawyers' principal objection is to the proposed jurisdiction of revenue authorities over rent disputes. Under the new framework, disputes that were earlier dealt with by Small Causes Courts would be handled by designated administrative authorities, with appeals provided at subsequent levels. Their basic issues are that we don't want to go before the revenue authorities, Trivedi said. He noted that the state government could consider bringing back the earlier framework with improvements to address shortcomings in the existing law. The government can think of coming out with an old law with some more improvements, he said. Trivedi also questioned the decision of the BCG to continue with the strike despite October 4 meeting. He said that all members present had agreed to wait for the government's response and that he had personally requested Senior Advocate Yatin Oza, President of the Gujarat High Court Advocates Association, not to proceed with the boycott. I would say this: despite that fact, the body which had given a call perhaps failed to see that they do not go ahead with that. That is unfortunate. My only way of telling was that the strike should not have been there, he told IANS. The clarification assumes significance as the Gujarat High Court and other courts witnessed disruption on Monday after lawyers across the state abstained from work. The BCG had called for the statewide boycott after several bar associations had protested against the Bill for days. The Gujarat High Court Advocates' Association also announced a two-day boycott on October 5 and 6. The dispute centres on the Gujarat Rent Bill, 2026, which was passed by the state Legislative Assembly on September 11. The legislation seeks to replace the Gujarat Rents, Hotel and Lodging House Rates Control Act, 1947, with a new framework for regulating tenancy and resolving landlord-tenant disputes. Under the proposed system, rent-related disputes would be handled through designated rent authorities and rent courts rather than the existing Small Causes Court mechanism. The Bill provides for authorities led by officers of specified administrative ranks, while appeals would be heard by Rent Tribunals led by District Judges or Additional District Judges. Lawyers have opposed the transfer of adjudicatory powers to revenue and other administrative authorities, saying that matters involving evidence and judicial determination should continue to be dealt with by courts. The BCG has said the change would affect lawyers, litigants and the public and has sought restoration of judicial jurisdiction over rent disputes. The government's position, as conveyed by Trivedi, is that it is not closing the door on changes to the proposed legislation and will consider the legal fraternity's suggestions.

bhaskarlive 6 Oct 2026 11:17 pm

SwitchBot 394' Bluetooth Range Humidity Sensor Outdoor Wireless Hygrometer Thermometer $9.97

SwitchBot 394' Bluetooth Range Humidity Sensor Outdoor Wireless Hygrometer Thermometer $9.97

Tech Bargains 6 Oct 2026 11:05 pm

Did You Overpay For A Big Mac? McDonald's Sued Over AI-Powered Menu Price-Fixing

A proposed US class action accuses McDonald's of using AI-powered pricing tools to coordinate menu prices across franchises, raising fresh antitrust concerns.

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 10:59 pm

Ravichandran to open S'patna Dasara on Oct 15

The Times of India 6 Oct 2026 10:57 pm

'SaaSpocalypse' Fades: Wall Street's Software Stocks Hit Fresh 2026 Highs On Easing AI Disruption Fears

US software stocks have climbed to fresh 2026 highs as stronger earnings expectations and fading concerns over AI-led disruption revive investor confidence in the sector.

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 10:54 pm

'Energy Drink' Crackdown: Why FSSAI Is Raising Consumer Safety Concerns Over Caffeine Content?

Caffeinated beverages are being marketed with the label Energy Drink, a term that may create an impression of nutritional energy, enhanced vitality, or improved physical performance.

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 10:43 pm

Fire guts sandwich shop, damages power distribution point in Thane's Talao Pali

The fire department received information about the blaze at 8.07 pm on Tuesday. The fire broke out at Preeti Sandwich, located next to Chintamani Jewellers near Talao Pali, Naupada, Thane West. The blaze also affected the MSEDCL DP located adjacent to the sandwich shop

Mid Day 6 Oct 2026 10:38 pm

Iyer's maiden T20I century, Dhir's dream debut power India to crushing win over WI

Iyer's maiden T20I century, Dhir's dream debut power India to crushing win over WI

India Today 6 Oct 2026 10:27 pm

Anirudh Thapa's historic goal cannot save India from Uruguay's 6-1 rout

Anirudh Thapa's historic goal cannot save India from Uruguay's 6-1 rout

India Today 6 Oct 2026 10:21 pm

India's Football Challenge: Uruguay Delivers 6-1 Defeat

Uruguay defeated India 6-1 in an international friendly, marking another heavy loss for the Indian team against a two-time world champion. Despite an early equalizer from Anirudh Thapa, Uruguay dominated the second half with goals from Maximiliano Araujo, Rodrigo Zalazar, Juan Manuel Sanabria, and Rodrigo Aguirre, following an initial penalty by Darwin Nunez. This defeat concludes a challenging international window for India, which also included a 0-4 loss to Brazil.

Rediff 6 Oct 2026 10:12 pm

Cabinet Adopts Resolution On PM Modi's Achievements In Last 25 Years

The Union Cabinet on Tuesday hailed PM Narendra Modi's 25 years of uninterrupted leadership as the head of government, first as the Gujarat CM and then as the prime minister, saying his extraordinary journey was guided by the principle of Nation First and Citizen First. In a resolution, the cabinet also said that three overwhelming mandates in Gujarat and support in three successive Lok Sabha elections reflect the enduring trust that the public has reposed in Prime Minister Modi.

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 9:59 pm

Smit's Skull Was Fractured: How Did He Still Save His Passengers?

Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who helped thwart an apparent attempt to crash a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv, had suffered a 'skull fracture' after his Omani co-pilot attacked him with a 'crash axe' inside the cockpit of the plane, which was carrying more than 170 passengers and crew, sources told NDTV. The 38-year-old captain fought through the pain and rapid blood loss and managed to unlock the cockpit door, allowing crew members and passengers to rush inside, overpower the co-pilot, and assist in stabilising the aircraft. Later, the flight made an emergency

NDTV 6 Oct 2026 9:57 pm

India's Strong Showing At Asian Masters Swimming

Indian swimmers delivered a strong performance at the 2nd Asian Masters Swimming Championship in Bengaluru, securing multiple gold and silver medals across various age categories and events. Jay Prakash Ekbote won gold in the men's 50m butterfly, while S Feroz Mohamed triumphed in the men's 200m breaststroke. Indian women swimmers also excelled, with Jalaja Shirole and Loveleen Johal winning gold in their respective butterfly events.

Rediff 6 Oct 2026 9:40 pm

Pete Davidson takes fresh aim at Zohran Mamdani with biting critique

Pete Davidson questioned whether NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has any real ties to Staten Island, calling the borough

Fox News 6 Oct 2026 8:41 pm

Madhuri Dixit recreates Chandramukhi on KBC: Amitabh Bachchan can't stop cheering [Watch]

Madhuri Dixit recently joined Amitabh Bachchan on the set of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 for the show's special birthday celebration week. She appeared to promote her upcoming Marathi edition of Kaun Banega Crorepati, which is set to premiere on October 12.

IBTimes 6 Oct 2026 8:31 pm

Richard Gere confronts Hollywood fame, ego and greed as

Richard Gere reveals how more than 40 years of practicing Buddhism helps him battle ego, greed and jealousy in his decades-long Hollywood career.

Fox News 6 Oct 2026 7:30 pm

Motivational quote of the day by Brad Pitt

The Times of India 6 Oct 2026 6:35 pm

Karisma Kapoor recalls meeting Govinda for the first time

The Times of India 6 Oct 2026 1:18 pm

Where to watch Singeetham Srinivasa Raos 5 must-watch films

The Times of India 6 Oct 2026 12:58 pm

Salim Khan attends granddaughter Sipaara's first birthday, Salman Khan joins with rumoured GF Iulia Vantur

Salim Khan attended his granddaughter Sipaara Khan's first birthday celebration at Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan's Mumbai residence. Salman Khan, Sohail Khan, Helen, Iulia Vantur, Arpita Khan Sharma, Ayat Sharma and Arhaan Khan were also spotted at the intimate family celebration.

IBTimes 6 Oct 2026 12:55 pm

Nayantharas sensuous BEACH pictures go viral

The Times of India 6 Oct 2026 12:10 pm