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Delhi Police issue warning ahead of CJP, AAP-backed gathering at Central Park

NDMC has requested appropriate security arrangements to prevent any unauthorised entry into the park.

16 Oct 2026 9:29 am
Trump claims drug cartels control Mexico, vows tougher action

Perez said the administration had provided unprecedented support to first responders and border enforcement personnel.

16 Oct 2026 9:25 am
Russian extradited to US over tech smuggling

A 52-year-old Russian national, Alexander Suvorov, has been extradited from Sweden to the US to face charges of allegedly running a procurement network that smuggled American-made electronic components with military applications to Russia through Hong Kong-based front companies

16 Oct 2026 9:21 am
Opposition wants coup, not electoral reform: BJP MP Sambit Patra targets Rahul

BJP MP Sambit Patra attacked the Opposition over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that its real objective was to capture power rather than protect voting rights. He cited remarks attributed to senior advocate Prashant Bhushan and criticised Rahul Gandhi and Congress

16 Oct 2026 9:14 am
Leopard attacks two villages in Chhattisgarh, injures seven people

While three villagers were injured in Karipani village in Dhamtari district late on Wednesday night, four others sustained injuries in adjoining Bastar Budra village in Kondagaon district early on Thursday

16 Oct 2026 9:13 am
DeLorean to enter electric flying car racing in November 2026

Debuting in November 2026, the team will initially race standardised Mk3C electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft styled with DeLorean branding

16 Oct 2026 9:11 am
Pope Leo XIV shows positive health progress after lung surgery, says Vatican

Leo is suffering from lung adenocarcinoma, a prevalent form of lung cancer.

16 Oct 2026 9:08 am
PM Modi to visit Canada on December 11-12, India-Canada to strengthen ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Canada on December 11 and 12, 2026, following talks with Canadian PM Mark Carney. The two leaders agreed to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on trade, energy, technology, security and people-to-people exchanges, while pushing for a trade agreement

16 Oct 2026 9:07 am
Karan, you are right: Its done, bro

Its the last season of Koffee with Karan, and though KJo may be feeling emotional, the rest of us can heave a sigh of relief that we wont hear the same celebs spout the same spiel

16 Oct 2026 9:06 am
Heres hoping flexes stay gone after BMCs drive

All they know is that many of these seem to be unauthorised, going by the suddenness with which they appear, especially during festive season.

16 Oct 2026 9:04 am
Indian-origin official arrested in Australia over stalking allegations

He appeared before the Australian Capital Territory Magistrates Court on Wednesday, where Special Magistrate Lucinda Wilson refused his bail application

16 Oct 2026 8:58 am
BJP women MPs seek action against Akoijam after JNU sacks him amid allegations

Following allegations, Akoijam, an MP from Manipur, appeared before the Delhi Police later in the evening and was served a notice asking him to join the investigation.

16 Oct 2026 8:55 am
Girl killed, 16 injured as Mumbai-Bengaluru bus plunges into field near Hubballi

The driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer off the road and enter a field, police said.

16 Oct 2026 8:52 am
Security tightened at Connaught Place ahead of CJPs Lehra Do Tiranga protest

Security has been deployed around Delhis Connaught Place ahead of CJP activist Abhijeet Dipkes Lehra Do Tiranga protest at Central Park on October 16. Traffic movement may be affected from 3 pm, while NDMC has announced the parks closure on October 16 and 17

16 Oct 2026 8:48 am
SIR row: SC issues notice to Election Commission on Rahul Gandhis plea

While issuing notice on the plea of Gandhi and others, the bench, said it has taken note of the conduct of one of the petitioners.

16 Oct 2026 8:47 am
Pakistan school roof collapse: Death toll in Peshawar rises to 33

At least 33 people, including 31 children and two teachers, died after a school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan. More than 50 others were injured, while the school owner was taken into custody and rescue teams searched for anyone trapped beneath the rubble

16 Oct 2026 3:55 am
Delhi: Central Park to remain closed on October 16-17 ahead of CJPs march

Delhis Central Park in Connaught Place will remain closed to the public on October 16 and 17 for administrative reasons, the NDMC said. The closure comes ahead of the Cockroach Janata Partys Lehra do Tiranga march scheduled for Friday at 5 pm

16 Oct 2026 3:43 am
Dussehra 2026: Delhi Ramlila to burn 30-foot cockroach effigy alongside Ravan

A 30-foot cockroach effigy will be burnt alongside Ravan, Kumbhkaran and Meghnad at a Ramlila in Delhi. Organisers say it symbolises filth and dirt and supports cleanliness campaigns, while denying any political motive amid Cockroach Janata Party protests

16 Oct 2026 3:17 am
CJP protest: Home Ministry clarifies unconditional apology in SC affidavit

In a statement on Thursday, the Ministry said some media organisations were reporting that the Home Secretary had tendered an unconditional apology to the Supreme Court in response to a contempt notice concerning restrictions imposed in Delhi during the CJP protest on October 10

16 Oct 2026 2:40 am
China-North Korea ties deepen as new bridge opens after 12-year delay

China and North Korea have opened the New Yalu River Bridge after a 12-year delay, creating a four-lane link between Dandong and Sinuiju. The 3-km crossing is expected to boost bilateral trade and strengthen economic ties as Pyongyang balances relations with Beijing and Moscow

15 Oct 2026 11:20 pm
White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharias legal credentials under scrutiny

White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is facing questions about her legal credentials after no record of her being licensed to practise law was found in California or other US jurisdictions queried by a news outlet. A watchdog group has sought an investigation

15 Oct 2026 11:13 pm
How can farmers celebrate Diwali with Rs 5,000? asks Harshwardhan Sapkal

If the government cannot wipe the tears from farmers eyes, it should at least refrain from making fun of their suffering, Sapkal said, accusing the state government of failing to provide adequate support to farmers affected by a prolonged dry spell

15 Oct 2026 10:36 pm
Ukraine hits Russian refinery as Zelenskyy warns US is losing a strong partner

Russias Defence Ministry said the drone attack sparked a fire at the refinery, located about 300 kilometres southeast of Moscow. The attack could further strain Kyivs already deteriorating relations with Trump, following disagreements over a proposed pause in strikes on energy infrastructure

15 Oct 2026 10:34 pm
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle greeted by cheering crowds during Nottingham visit

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were greeted by cheering children and supporters during their first joint public appearance since returning to the UK. The couple visited a community recording studio in Nottingham as they reconnect with familiar charities

15 Oct 2026 10:00 pm
The sun isn't taking a break! Ratnagiri swelters at 38 degrees Celsius

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets of Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and Dhule for Thursday and Friday

15 Oct 2026 9:30 pm
Trump cancels livestream of Nidal Hasans firing squad execution after backlash

Hasans execution is scheduled for December 3, 2026, at Fort Hood, now known as Fort Cavazos. The execution is set to be the first US military execution since 1961 and the first by firing squad since 1945

15 Oct 2026 8:43 pm
Maharashtra weather update: Heatwave in Ratnagiri, rain forecast for Mumbai

While the bulletin forecasts a heatwave in isolated pockets of Ratnagiri, it does not explicitly indicate a yellow heat alert across Maharashtra. Several districts are expected to experience dry weather, while others may receive light to moderate rainfall accompanied by lightning and gusty winds

15 Oct 2026 4:40 pm
Air India to launch non-stop Delhi-Osaka flights from February 2027

The airline will operate four weekly flights between Delhi and Kansai International Airport in Osaka using its Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The new service aims to strengthen air connectivity between India and Japan amid growing demand for travel between the two countries

15 Oct 2026 3:37 pm
Delhi rain brings relief from October heat as IMD issues orange alert

Delhi received moderate rain on Thursday, October 15, after days of October heat. The IMD issued an orange alert warning of rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 4060 kmph until 2 pm. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 29 degrees Celsius

15 Oct 2026 2:56 pm
India opens new control room in Makkah for Umrah pilgrims amid flight delays

India has opened a control room at the Indian Haj Pilgrims Office in Makkah to assist Umrah pilgrims affected by flight disruptions between India and Saudi Arabia. The Jeddah helpline remains operational as authorities advise travellers to check flight status and contact airlines

15 Oct 2026 2:52 pm
Indonesia wildfires: Toxic haze turns skies orange amid air pollution worries

Wildfires in Indonesia have triggered a severe air pollution crisis across Southeast Asia, turning skies orange in Palangkaraya and pushing pollution levels higher in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Thick haze has reduced visibility, forced school closures in East Timor and raised health concerns among residents

15 Oct 2026 2:51 pm
India-US trade pact to take effect once India gains competitive edge: Goyal

Piyush Goyal said the first tranche of the bilateral trade agreement had reached the final stages of preparation, but its implementation would depend on securing the intended competitive advantage for Indian businesses in the US market

15 Oct 2026 2:45 pm
SC issues notice to EC on Rahul Gandhi's plea over alleged SIR irregularities

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi issued notices to the poll panel, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi

15 Oct 2026 1:47 pm
Gujarat refinery robbery: Nine arrested after employee shot dead

Nine people have been arrested after a 53-year-old employee of a Rajkot precious metal refinery was shot dead during a robbery. Four alleged robbers fled with gold and silver worth around Rs 1.53 crore. Police said all the stolen valuables have been recovered with Rajasthan Police's help

15 Oct 2026 1:47 pm
BJP accuses Rahul, his 'ecosystem' of seeking regime change through unrest

The BJP spokesperson alleged that the objective was to bring about a change in government through street protests rather than through democratic political processes

15 Oct 2026 1:39 pm
PM Modi inaugurates five key projects worth Rs 3,350 crore in Ladakh

The projects include a new passenger terminal at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh, the 298-km Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road, power infrastructure upgrades, India's first Petroglyph Conservation Park and 40 water bodies developed under Project Him Sarovar

15 Oct 2026 1:22 pm
Delhi protest: AAP chief Saurabh Bharadwaj demands FIR over alleged assaults

AAP Delhi president Saurabh Bharadwaj has filed a complaint with the Delhi Police Commissioner, alleging life-threatening assaults by police and paramilitary personnel during recent protests. He has sought an FIR for alleged criminal conspiracy and warned of approaching the court

15 Oct 2026 1:18 pm
Delhi Bar Council urges restraint over personal attacks on CJI Surya Kant

In a letter dated October 13, the Bar body stressed that an independent and effective judicial system was essential to constitutional democracy and the rule of law

15 Oct 2026 1:12 pm
Pakistan: 22 killed in school roof collapse in Peshawar, six critically injured

A roof collapse at a school in Peshawar, northwest Pakistan, killed 21 pupils and a teacher on Thursday, a hospital official said. More than 30 people were injured, with six reportedly in critical condition. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed condolences to the bereaved families

15 Oct 2026 1:03 pm
UP: 18-year-old from Azamgarh dies after being hit by Varanasi-Lucknow train

An 18-year-old man, Abhay Vishwakarma, died after allegedly being hit by the Krishak Express near Tendua village in Uttar Pradeshs Ballia district on Wednesday night. Police informed his family, took custody of the body and said further legal proceedings are underway

15 Oct 2026 1:03 pm
Delhi schools receive bomb threat emails, police teams launch searches

Security personnel are checking the premises. No suspicious objects have been found at the schools so far, they said. Further investigation is underway

15 Oct 2026 12:43 pm
Incoming calls to show caller names under new DoT rules from November 1

Department of Telecommunications has directed telecom operators to roll out Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service across India from November 1, 2026. The feature will display callers names alongside their phone numbers on 4G and higher-generation networks, with safeguards for privacy and security

15 Oct 2026 12:40 pm
Maharashtra: Three Ugandan women found staying in Pune beyond visa validity

The women were detained during a verification drive conducted on Tuesday at a residential premises in Marunji, within the jurisdiction of Hinjewadi police station

15 Oct 2026 12:35 pm
Three Indian students die in Germany apartment fire, resident arrested

Three Indian nationals studying in Germany, aged 25, 26 and 27, died in a fire in Bochum. German police have provisionally arrested a 41-year-old building resident after investigators ruled out a technical fault, while the cause and circumstances remain under investigation

15 Oct 2026 12:32 pm
Delhi High Court agrees to hear plea against CJP October 16 protest

The Delhi High Court agreed to hear a plea seeking to stop Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipkes proposed October 16 protest at Connaught Place Central Park. The plea cites concerns over holding demonstrations at the busy public venue during the Dussehra weekend

15 Oct 2026 12:30 pm
Rahul Gandhi slams Modi government over detention of Ankita Bhandaris parents

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Modi government after Ankita Bhandaris parents were detained during a protest near India Gate and released around 5 am on Thursday. The family has given the Centre 24 hours to cancel Dushyant Kumar Gautams appointment as Sikkim governor until the CBI probe is completed

15 Oct 2026 12:07 pm
Punjab bandh over anti-drug activist Parminder Singh Jhotas murder

Heavy police deployment was witnessed in Amritsar on Thursday as farmers and workers organisations called a Punjab bandh over the alleged murder of anti-drug activist Parminder Singh Jhota in Mansa

15 Oct 2026 11:07 am
Kerala Police registers zero FIR over alleged assault on NSUI activist in Delhi

The case was registered at the Museum police station in Thiruvananthapuram following a complaint submitted by Vijayan to the Kerala police chief

15 Oct 2026 11:06 am
Israels restrictions on foreign airline crew tighten amid flydubai incident

Air France and United Airlines are restricting crew assignments on flights to Israel amid stricter enforcement of nationality rules. An Ethiopian Airlines flight was also ordered to return to Addis Ababa after Israeli authorities identified an Indonesian pilot on board, reports said

15 Oct 2026 10:43 am
EAM S Jaishankar meets UAE foreign minister, calls for multilateral reforms

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called for urgent reform of multilateral institutions at the Raisina Dialogue in Abu Dhabi, advocating stronger cooperation among smaller groups of countries. He highlighted the India-UAE partnership and held bilateral talks with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan

15 Oct 2026 10:43 am