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MC2 incubator now one of the world
The launch of the MC Square Plus (MC+) incubation centre for deep tech energy startups was one of the highlights of the Energy Technology and Innovation Meet 2026, Betul, writes Joao Mergulao The MC square is sector-specific accelerator and has already empanelled 42 promising startups within its operational matrix in less than 6 months. The []
Decriminalising GST offences a significant reform: CII
Industry body CII, has described the GST Councils decisions to decriminalise certain offences and rationalise enforcement powers as a significant institutional reform, saying the move marks a shift towards trust-based economic governance and offers a model for Indias next generation of economic reforms. On the decisions taken at the GST Councils October 8 meeting, CII []
Strategic sale of IDBI Bank gives boost to privatisation
Prof. DM Deshpande The approval by the cabinet for the sale of IDBI Bank marks the end of a long drawn saga of finding a suitable buyer. For seven long years, it was looking for a committed investor. There were false dawns in the journey with the latest being the news of Kotak Mahendras intention []
Jagan Refuses to Vote, Alleges Undemocratic Polling in Pulivendula
YSRC chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy declined to vote in protest over alleged polling irregularities in Pulivendula and demanded repolling at affected booths.
New HMT watches celebrate Kannada identity with regional design elements
Gulf investors eye Indias AI infrastructure and space tech even as broader interest stays subdued
Gulf-based investors are exploring opportunities in India's artificial intelligence and space technology sectors, despite overall subdued interest. Yotta, a data centre operator, successfully raised $150 million earlier this year for expansion plans. Pixxel Space Technologies is also seeking funding in the UAE to capitalize on growing investor interest in technology. The Indian rupee's depreciation has contributed to the cautious investment sentiment among broader market participants.
Polling Passes Off Peacefully in 92 ULBs; 41 Incidents Reported
Polling across 92 urban local bodies in Andhra Pradesh concluded amid tight security, with police receiving reports of 41 election-related incidents from 20 districts.
Jagan Says APs Electoral System Collapsing
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has said Andhra Pradeshs electoral system is collapsing alarmingly with democratic institutions getting totally hijacked: Reports
Guntur Records Higher Turnout Than Vijayawada
Guntur recorded 56.15 per cent polling against Vijayawada's 54.74 per cent, with women outnumbering men among voters in both cities.
Rain Brings Relief To Heat-Hit Warangal
The downpour, lasting around half an hour across Warangal, Hanumakonda and Kazipet, brought down temperatures and made the weather pleasant.
An energy revolution in the making
Solar power that cost close to 10 a unit in 2014 now sells for as low as 2.15, thanks to an ecosystem built on the vision to achieve 500 GW of installed power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030
Analysis: Rural Punjab's Shifting Mood Is Redrawing Electoral Map For AAP
Malwa and Doaba together hold the keys to power in Punjab. Malwa alone accounts for 69 of the state's 117 assembly seats - nearly 59 per cent - while Doaba adds another 23
A.P. seeks assistance from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka for cyclone power restoration
Tirupati Civic Polls See Poor Turnout, Parties Trade Rigging Charges
Tirupati recorded 45.26 per cent polling, while allegations of bogus voting and attempts to influence the election triggered protests in several divisions.
Voters prioritise candidates over development in local polls in Vijayawada
Two dead in Gokarna beach, one goes missing
UP Priest Jailed For Luring Girls Inside Temple, Selling Their Videos Abroad
Investigation revealed that the priest would lure girls visiting the temple into a room on the pretext of offering them 'prasad'. Once they were inside the room, he would engage in obscene acts with them and record videos.
Military commissary refrigeration cyberattack probe: The Pentagon is investigating a series of unusual freezer malfunctions at US military commissaries after food worth thousands of dollars spoiled at multiple bases in August 2026. Investigators are examining whether the incidents were caused by a coordinated cyberattack, particularly after similar attacks targeted French supermarkets in October this year.
Russia Arrests Minor After US Warns Of Planned Attack On Moscow
The US embassy in Moscow published a statement on Saturday saying it was aware of a credible threat of a mass casualty event... at the Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve in Moscow.
GVMC polls: smooth polling experience for senior citizens, first-time voters
5 Killed In Manipur: Protests In Kangpokpi As 2 Bodies Found, 3 Shot In Noney
Victims in Kangpokpi were two 20-year-olds whose disappearance had prompted the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) to call a shutdown across the district.
What shall we publish to sensitise Indian teenagers?
Ministers Open Expanded KIMS Saveera Hospital In Anantapur
Health minister Satya Kumar Yadav and Finance minister Payyavula Keshav inaugurated on Sunday the expanded 500-bed KIMS Saveera Hospital in Anantapur: Reports
Chennai Corporation removes unauthorised hoardings, advertisements at 50 locations
CGST rule 96(10): Govt must return recovered money
CBIC's retrospective omission of CGST Rule 96(10) raises questions over amounts recovered from exporters, with the government urged to return refunds and interest collected under the provision
Boy, 5, Killed After Bullet Hits Him During Celebratory Firing At UP Wedding
The incident took place in Futehari Banke village under the Kadipur police station area when the boy's relative, Ajay, allegedly opened fire before the wedding procession was to leave, according to police.
Aadhav Arjuna calls for a separate flag for Tamil Nadu
He says a law should be enacted to provide for the flag, and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay should hoist it on November 1 and July 18
Konda Surekha Skipping Delhi Rally Fuels Speculation
Ever since she lost her berth in the Telangana cabinet, Surekha has stayed away from Congress party events, sparking speculation of a political switch.
Barren Land To Saffron Field In 30 Days: Ladakh's Farming Experiment
Nearly 22 grams of saffron was collected in just four days, raising hopes that the high-value crop could become a new source of income for farmers in Ladakh.
Collector declares November 2 holiday for schools, colleges over Cyclone Murasu
Polling Mostly Peaceful In North Andhra
Nellimarla recorded the highest turnout at 80.31%, while a few heated exchanges between TD and YSRC workers were reported in Visakhapatnam.
Delhi Police searches Bihar Congress office over AI video featuring PM Modi's late mother
Delhi Police's Special Cell searched the Bihar Congress office on Sunday as part of an investigation into an allegedly objectionable AI-generated video featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi's late mother. The team reached the Congress office...
Phone-Tapping Case Against Harish Rao Transferred To Siddipet
Following the transfer on jurisdictional grounds, Siddipet One Town Police registered a fresh FIR (Crime No. 496/2026) on Saturday.
NLCIL, CISF hold fire safety awareness programme ahead of Deepavali
CISF Fire Wing personnel demonstrated how to handle LPG leaks, tackle fires involving domestic LPG cylinders and electrical equipment, and use fire extinguishers
Municipal Polls In Nellore, Prakasam See Turnout Of 53.7 To 83.45 Per Cent
YSRC leaders allege police bias, obstruction at polling stations
No Joint Communique At G20 Meet; US Concedes Sovereign Right To Pick Energy Sources
Every country is entitled to make its own sovereign choices, the statement said, adding that oo often, misguided policies in one part of the world have stifled energy access in another part of the world.
BJP leader questions Vijays silence over Mekedatu dam issue
Mayor Priya inaugurates 5.35-crorecivic projects
Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju Inspects Radial Road 2, Pitches for Better Industrial Connectivity
Later, he inspected the Radial Road No. 2 construction works near Haithabad at Chainage 20.50 km.
New aircraft rules to replace 1937 framework, take effect from January 1
The Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, will govern aircraft registration, safety, personnel licensing, airline tariffs and airport operations, replacing the Aircraft Rules, 1937.
DC Edit | Oust-CEC Movement Coalesces Opposition
It is an undeniable fact that the SIR protest has given a political direction and platform for the INDIA bloc where every ally, even estranged ones, can join forces. The Trinamul Congress, which has had a troubled relationship with the bloc, is now a formidable part of the formation
SEC orders repolling in four wards across three ULBs
INTUC Youth Wing Joins Chalo Delhi Rally to Defend Democratic Rights, Jobs
Dr Sanjeeva Reddy said young workers could not remain silent when democratic institutions and constitutional principles were under threat.
Cybercrime Losses In Telangana Drop 20.2% To 881 Cr In First 9 Months
Reported cybercrime losses fell by 222.70 crore, while funds frozen in suspected fraudsters' accounts rose 42.2% during JanuarySeptember 2026.
Lost control of my bodily functions: Witness reveals intimacy issues after COVID vaccine injury
Man Argues With Wife, Family Interferes. He Kills Daughter And Frames Them
According to police, Jatav lodged a complaint on October 28 alleging that his elder brother Ramcharan's sons, Ramveer, Deendayal and Hiralal, along with their wives Pooja and Priyanka, had attacked him with sticks.
Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Enjoy A Day Out In Auckland
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma share fun-filled moments during India's tour of New Zealand, giving fans a glimpse of their camaraderie and off-field chemistry in Auckland.
Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Enjoy Fun Moments At Eden Park
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma combine intense training with fun moments at Auckland's Eden Park, with a special mention of singer Karan Aujla adding to the session's highlights.
'I'M KILLING MY CAREER': Nicky Minaj ROASTED As Comedy Show SAVAGES Trump's White House Plan
Nicki Minaj has become the latest target of Saturday Night Live's savage political satire after murmurs of her being appointed as Donald Trump's next press secretary. The rapper was brutally mocked in the show's latest sketch, with cast member Saidah Belo-Osagie portraying her as a potential White House press secretary. In one of the sketch's sharpest moments, the on-screen Minaj joked that she was out here killing it but clarified that she meant her own career. The comedy sketch also took aim at Trump's repeated comments about other people's appearances, turning Minaj into another target of the president character's remarks. The roast comes after Minaj's appearance alongside Trump at his Michigan rally and amid speculation about her possible White House role.
Gautam Gambhir Backs Shreyas Iyer, Praises His Leadership
India head coach Gautam Gambhir backs Shreyas Iyer and praises his leadership qualities, highlighting his confidence in the batter's captaincy.
Mamata Banerjee Takes Dig At Gyanesh Kumar With 'Johny Johny Yes Papa' Parody
Mamata Banerjee took a swipe at CEC Gyanesh Kumar during the INDIA bloc rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, using a parody of the popular children's rhyme 'Johny Johny Yes Papa' to target him and accuse the BJP of vote theft.
Sambit Patra Calls INDIA Bloc Rally A 'Super Flop', Targets Rahul Gandhi
BJP MP Sambit Patra mocked the INDIA bloc's rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, claiming the venue had empty seats and questioning Rahul Gandhi's claims of a massive turnout.
JD Vance Dresses Up As Dumbledore, Baby Steals The Show As Dobby
US Vice President JD Vance embraces the Halloween spirit by dressing up as Dumbledore, while his baby sports a Dobby costume from the Harry Potter series. He shared a glimpse of their themed looks on social media.
Rahul Gandhi Alleges BJP Forced Closure Of Shops In Connaught Place
Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of forcing shops to shut in Delhi's Connaught Place, alleging that local traders suffered losses on the day of the INDIA bloc's 'Chalo Delhi' march and rally at Ramlila Maidan.
Kishan Reddy And Ramchander Rao Review Arrangements
The BJP leaders examined the path of the padayatra stretching from the vicinity of Taj Mahal Hotel in Abids to Moazzamjahi Market and oversaw the arrangements and security measures to ensure the success of Mondays padayatra.
Semi-Circular Panels Found At Nelakondapalli Site
Heritage officials plan further excavations after discovering ancient limestone panels, terracotta tiles and artefact fragments near a Buddhist stupa in Khammam.
Happy Birthday Abdul: El-Sayed gets heartwarming b-day wish from Michiganders | WATCH
Companies pessimistic about economy, bullish on business: IMA India survey
IMA India's Q3FY27 survey shows business confidence falling as economic sentiment weakens, even as companies grow more optimistic about profitability, investment and hiring
TGSWREIS Orders Strict Attendance Via FRS
Officials informed the secretary that a second set of uniforms had been stitched and supplied for nearly 1.44 lakh students through the SERP.
Delhi Police have arrested three people, including a woman, over pro-Khalistan graffiti targeting singer Diljit Dosanjh at Jahangirpuri and Shastri Nagar metro stations ahead of his October 30 concert. Police allege the accused acted on instructions from an SFJ-linked associate and were offered financial rewards for defacing public property.
At Ramlila Maidan, Opposition flexes strength against 'vote theft'
The INDIA bloc showcased its strength at Ramlila Maidan with a rally against alleged vote theft, but questions remain over the alliance's unity and its ability to draw wider public support.
SEC Orders Reports On Poll Violence In Palnadu, Anantapur
The SEC said he has spoken to the Kadapa collector, who reported that based on webcasting and CCTV footage:Reports
Congress Stages Chalo Delhi Protest In Sangareddy
Jagga Reddy alleged that the BJP was involved in the theft of votes in the country.
CBI secures extradition of Mahadev betting app kingpin
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully extradited Sourabh Chandrakar, the alleged mastermind behind the Rs 6,000-crore Mahadev online betting app scam, from Oman. Chandrakar, wanted in multiple cases by the CBI and ED, will be produced before a special court in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. This extradition marks a significant step in India's efforts to bring fugitives operating transnational criminal enterprises to justice.
US Senator Chris Murphy hospitalised after suffering stroke
First-Time Voters Bring Youthful Energy to Vijayawada Civic Polls
Young voters celebrated their maiden electoral experience, expressing hopes for better civic amenities and responsible city leadership.
PM, Shah Rush To Discredit INDIA Vote-theft Campaign
Modi posted: MLC elections in 28 seats across four big states Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar and Karnataka. Elections held using ballot papers. Guess how many seats Congress won? A monocled emoji at the end of the post emphasised his sarcasm suggesting that this was the obvious conclusion after a close examination of the results. The Congress, however, did win one seat after all the ballots were counted
More women at work in India, but on worse terms, says Icrier study
An Icrier study finds that India's women workforce nearly doubled between 2017-18 and 2025, but gains were concentrated in insecure jobs, with shorter hours and a wider pay gap
TGUTF Plea For Relief To TET Non-Qualified Teachers
He urged the Centre to come out with a measure to provide relief to these teachers.
Doctors Warn Of Lifestyle-Linked Fertility Issues
Women planning a pregnancy should focus on preconception health, including maintaining a healthy weight and controlling blood sugar levels.
Woman's Decomposed Body Found Inside Locked Apartment In South Delhi
Police said the body was discovered after police were informed about a foul smell emanating from the house, which had been locked for the last 8-10 days.
Bhutan Consecrates 108 Stupas In Gelephu, Dedicates One To PM Modi
Union minister Kiren Rijiju represented India at the ceremony and unveiled a plaque dedicating Jangchub Chorten number 76 to PM Modi alongside the Bhutanese king.
Polands top court turns into battleground as Tusk and pro-Trump president clash
1,781 persons bound over in ASR district ahead of MPTC, ZPTC polls
Gayatri Mantra a path to complete transformation: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the transformative effects of the Gayatri Mantra during the Shatabdi Samaroh 2026 event. He stated that it improves positive thinking, courage, and decision-making abilities in individuals.
Telcos seek hike in international call termination charges to 5 per minute
Carriers, through industry body COAI, have argued that the rupee's depreciation over the past year has eroded their realisations, as ITC is settled in US dollars with global operators
Revanth Calls For Collective Water Conservation
Revanth urged maximum utilisation of treated water for landscaping, construction activities and industrial requirements, as part of measures to mitigate the impact of El Nio.
Palnadu Police Gear Up to Tackle Murasu Cyclone and Civic Polls
Palnadu police have been put on high alert ahead of the Murasu cyclone, with precautionary measures and security arrangements also in place for municipal elections.
Retail e-invoicing pilot likely from April 2027 to improve GST compliance
GST authorities plan to test electronic recording of consumer invoices in select sectors from April 2027, aiming to track retail sales, improve compliance and curb tax evasion
EC suspends UP officials over voter roll irregularities
The Election Commission has suspended two electoral registration officers (EROs) in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, for alleged irregularities in the electoral roll. The EC also directed the addition of a penal provision to an existing FIR against them and a computer operator. This action follows complaints from opposition parties about large-scale manipulation and an inquiry revealing misuse of login IDs for voter detail changes without proper documentation.
Latur Blast: Gun Shop Owners Among Four Booked
Four individuals, including two gun shop owners, have been booked in Latur, Maharashtra, following an explosion at a courier shop. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, involved air pistol components being negligently handled and transported, leaving one person seriously injured.
Bandi Sanjay Warns Corporators Against Graft
Union minister of state for home Bandi Sanjay Kumar warned that party corporators would be blacklisted if found involved in corruption: Reports
INCOIS Signs MoU with VU and ATPL to Promote Joint Research
The tripartite agreement aims to promote collaboration in ocean sciences, satellite technology, marine research and sustainable use of ocean resources.
'Earnings growth concentrated in pockets calls for stock-specific bets'
Ajay Khandelwal says valuations have moderated and earnings remain resilient, with manufacturing, pharma, healthcare and capital markets among his preferred sectors
Bigg Boss 20 Weekend Ka Vaar: Aasif Khan evicted; Scout and YUNG DSA break down
The elimination of Aasif Khan from Bigg Boss 20 triggered an emotional response among fellow contestants ScoutOP and YUNG DSA, with Love Gill and Aamrapali Dubey also expressing their thoughts on his departure. Aasif built meaningful relationships throughout the competition, managing to stay connected despite occasional separations from his group.
Security Arrangements Ahead Of Amit Shahs Visit
An Advance Security Liaison (ASL) has been undertaken by the state and Delhi agencies, which reviewed and coordinated security arrangements in accordance with the approved tour programme and mode of transit, sources said.
Patna Zoo Toy Train to Make a Comeback by January End, New 3.77-Km Track to Cost
Patna Zoo plans to relaunch the battery-operated toy train by January 2027, featuring a Vande Bharat-inspired design and improved facilities for visitors.
New IAF chief's priorities: Fighter strength, Tejas, AMCA
Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, India's new Chief of Air Staff, has outlined his top priorities, focusing on restoring the IAF's fighter squadron strength, accelerating indigenous programmes like Tejas and AMCA, and enhancing tri-services synergy. His vision, encapsulated by the acronym VAYU (Vigilance, Aatmanirbharta, Yukti, Unity), emphasises self-reliance in defence, tactical innovation, and integrated operations with the Army and Navy, alongside a commitment to air warrior welfare and national security.
Kin Of Police Martyrs Deserve A Better Deal
These three were among 154 police personnel who died in the line of duty during the year beginning September 1, 2025 the lowest toll in two decades, down from a peak of 786 in 2010. The CRPF recorded two such deaths, its lowest toll in several decades, touching a peak of 191 in 2010 the year 76 CRPF personnel were killed in an encounter with Maoists in the Tadmetla forests of Dantewada (Chhattisgarh), on April 6
