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El Nino Spurs 15% Higher Power Consumption This September

Tamil Nadus peak power demand rose to 21,083 MW in September, while southern states faced electricity shortages amid higher demand and reduced wind power.

29 Oct 2026 11:43 pm
TG Taps Artistes to Spread El Nino Alert in Villages

Officials said the performances would explain the possible effects of El Nino and precautionary measures in simple, accessible language.

29 Oct 2026 11:23 pm
Delhi Court Gives Brij Bhushan One Week to Reply to Wrestlers Appeal

Former WFI chief gets a final opportunity to respond to the appeal challenging his acquittal in a sexual harassment case; next hearing on November 20.

28 Oct 2026 1:29 pm
Gold Prices Fall Rs 646 to Rs 1.43 Lakh per 10 Grams on Weak Demand

Weak spot demand weighs on gold futures on MCX, while international gold prices decline 0.72% to USD 4,030.95 per ounce.

28 Oct 2026 1:27 pm
Ladakh Rejects Wangchuks Liquor Policy Claims as False

Administration says only one liquor shop is operational in Ladakh after the revised excise policy; dismisses allegations of liquor outlets being opened across the region.

28 Oct 2026 1:19 pm
Gadi Eisenkot: From Israel's Top General to Contender for Top Political Office

Eisenkot described the exit polls as evidence of a loss of confidence in Netanyahu's leadership and said he would work to replace his government.

28 Oct 2026 1:19 pm
Vijays Meenakshi Temple Visit Cited in Madras HC Ruling on Non-Hindu Entry

High Court has ruled that non-Hindus must pledge reverence to enter Agamic temples, but no conversion is needed

28 Oct 2026 1:18 pm
Cyclone Arnab Crosses AP Coast, Leaves Trail of Destruction

Cyclone Arnab crossed the Andhra coast early on Wednesday, leaving a trail of destruction with uprooted trees and electric poles and damaged roads.

28 Oct 2026 1:13 pm
2 Indian Artists Selected For Beaux-Arts de Marseille's Scholarship

Scholarship supported by the French Institute in India, Raza Foundation and Kochi Biennale Foundation to foster artistic mobility and strengthen India-France cultural exchange

28 Oct 2026 1:09 pm
FIR Against DMK Leader Sekar Babu, 11 Others for Abusing Police During Anbil Mahesh's Arrest

DMK members and supporters had gathered in large numbers to protest Poyyamozhi's detention, demanding to meet the former minister and raising objections over lawyers not being permitted to accompany him during the arrest process

28 Oct 2026 1:06 pm
15 Escapees Caught as Prisons Dept Authorises Firearms to Thwart Jailbreaks

Two more fugitives who had escaped from the Theni district prison were arrested on Wednesday, bringing the total number of recaptured inmates to 15

28 Oct 2026 12:58 pm
Sugunendra Tirtha Lays Foundation for New Venkata Krishna Temple in US

The temple, coming up on approximately four acres of land in Pheonix, with the support of devotees, is being developed at the Matha's first branch in the US

28 Oct 2026 12:58 pm
MLC Polls Results Beginning of Karnataka Congress Govts End: Bommai

Reacting to the election results, Bommai claimed that the outcome reflected public dissatisfaction with the Congress government's administration over the past three-and-a-half years

28 Oct 2026 12:49 pm
Kochi Police Chief Removed Over Fatal Crash Probe Involving Judge's Minor Son

The government had suspended four personnel attached to the Cheranalloor police station on Tuesday over alleged procedural lapses

28 Oct 2026 12:44 pm
Suriyas Scene Fetches Rs 6 Crore in Telugu States?

Suriya, who is looking to strengthen his box-office standing with his upcoming releases, is expected to present himself in a rugged new avatar in the film

28 Oct 2026 12:42 pm
Revanth Fast-Tracks Preparations Ahead Of Invest Telangana Global Summit

CM Revanth Reddy has directed state officials to ensure the New Delhi curtain-raiser event for the upcoming Invest Telangana Global Summit 2026, scheduled for October 29, achieves maximum outreach.

28 Oct 2026 12:40 pm
Benito Mussolini's Great-Grandson Scores His First Goal For Lazio

Floriani Mussolini struck in the 16th minute for Lazio's third goal in its 6-2 rout of Sassuolo in Serie A

28 Oct 2026 12:37 pm
CBFC Data Breach Raises Concerns Among Telugu Film Producers

The concerns comes at a time when Telugu filmmakers are also dealing with certification-related uncertainties ahead of scheduled releases

28 Oct 2026 12:36 pm
Naidu Monitors Cyclone-hit Districts from RTGS

The RTGS officials briefed the Chief Minister on the movement of Cyclone Arnab and the prevailing situation in affected areas

28 Oct 2026 12:33 pm
Apple Launches M6 iMac, Entry MacBook Pro Ahead of Touchscreen Laptop

Both machines now include the M6 chip, which first debuted in the Mac mini in September

28 Oct 2026 12:30 pm
Cyclone Arnab Crosses AP Coast, Weakens Into Severe Cyclonic Storm

Very severe cyclonic storm Arnab crossed the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts on Wednesday morning before weakening into a severe cyclonic storm.

28 Oct 2026 12:30 pm
Naidu Seeks Central Teams to Assess Arnab Cyclone Damage

In his letter, Naidu said the cyclone had damaged crops, houses, roads and electricity poles, with the coastal districts bearing the brunt of its impact

28 Oct 2026 12:28 pm
Trump Seeks to Take Credit for Netanyahu's Poll Performance

Despite the tight contest, US President Donald Trump has already taken credit for the comeback performance of Netanyahu, the Likud Party leader and incumbent prime minister

28 Oct 2026 12:25 pm
Jan Suraaj Opens Account in Bihar MLC Polls, Defeats Congress Sitting MLC in Darbhanga

Suresh Prasad Rai beats Madan Mohan Jha by 324 votes in the Darbhanga Teachers seat; BJP and RJD also register wins as counting continues for other constituencies.

28 Oct 2026 12:24 pm
Indian Racing Festival Returns To Buddh International Circuit After 13 Years

The F4 Indian Championship and Indian Racing League set to be staged at the Greater Noida venue on October 31 and November 1

28 Oct 2026 12:21 pm
INDIA Bloc to Hold Public Impeachment of Gyanesh at Kharges Residence on Oct 30

Opposition shifts venue after alleged denial of permissions at Ashok Hotel and Ramlila Maidan; Congress accuses government of restricting protests over electoral irregularities.

28 Oct 2026 12:21 pm
How Frank Gehry Designed Guggenheim Abu Dhabi for Its Climate and Coastline

Designed by the late Frank Gehry and opening 11 December, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is inspired by Abu Dhabi's landscapes, heritage and coastal setting, and explores the relationship between architecture, art and place

28 Oct 2026 12:19 pm
Ponnam Inspects OGH Construction Works at Goshamahal

The Minister said that the State government was constructing the 2,000-bed Osmania hospital on priority at a cost of Rs.2,700 crore

28 Oct 2026 12:17 pm
Mukesh Ambani Gets Emotional During Jio Platforms IPO Ceremony

Mukesh Ambani was emotional while listening to Anant and Isha Ambanis address while Jio Platforms IPO Ceremony in Mumbai

28 Oct 2026 12:05 pm
Cyclone Arnab: Civil Aviation Ministry Reviews Aviation Safety

In light of IMD inputs that expect Cyclonic Storm Arnab to intensify into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm and cross the AP coast, with winds of 125-135 kmph and gusts up to 150 kmph, MoCA organised a review meeting to assess the situation and ensure aviation safety.

28 Oct 2026 12:05 pm
Triple Asian Gold Medallist Para Athlete Neeraj Yadav Dies by Suicide

One of India's most accomplished para-athletes, Yadav won three gold medals at the Asian Para Games, twice in Javelin throw and once in Discus throw events

28 Oct 2026 12:03 pm
Cyclone Arnab Triggers Heavy Rains, Streams Overflow in Srikakulam

The Srikakulam RTC bus stand has been completely inundated, causing inconvenience to passengers

28 Oct 2026 12:01 pm
Telangana Govt Transfers 12 IAS Officers, Jayesh Ranjan Shifted

Jayesh Ranjan was posted as Special Chief Secretary to Government, Environment, Forests, Science & Technology (EFS&T) department

28 Oct 2026 11:54 am
Theni Jailbreak: 13 Prisoners Caught; Hunt on for 4 in Theni, Tenkasi, Kanyakumari Dists

Police have intensified surveillance along the Tamil Nadu-Keralam border to prevent the remaining fugitives from crossing into the neighbouring state

28 Oct 2026 11:47 am
Cyclone Arnab: Landfall Expected to Conclude In 1-3 Hours: Vizag Met Dept

The landfall process of Severe Cyclone Arnab is expected to be completed within the next one to three hours, Vizag Meteorological Department Director P V N Murthy said.

28 Oct 2026 11:41 am
Highways Takes Up New Road Project to Link ECR and OMR

The company which is selected to prepare the DPR for the new project in the tender process will have to complete the report within three months

28 Oct 2026 11:39 am
Over 20 Injured as Overcrowded Sleeper Bus Overturns on UPs Expressway

Bus carrying 150200 migrant workers and their families from Punjab and Haryana to Bihar overturned in Sambhal; police probe alleged overloading and negligent driving.

28 Oct 2026 11:39 am
Tribals Call Off Secretariat March After Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Promise

Shramjeevi Sanghatna leaders demanded free, high-quality, and skill-oriented education for all tribal students up to the age of 18, alongside the establishment of dedicated educational complexes in every taluka

28 Oct 2026 11:36 am
Police File Cases on DMK Councillor for Remarks Threatening CM Vijays Life

The video of his remarks had gone viral and Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) functionaries are posting the videos saying that the remarks had revealed the DMKs plans at Karur

28 Oct 2026 11:32 am
Cyclone Arnab: No Loss of Life Reported So Far, Says CM Naidu

AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu said no loss of life has been reported so far following Cyclone Arnab, crediting advance precautionary measures taken by the administration for preventing casualties.

28 Oct 2026 11:32 am
Jio Platforms Is 2nd Most Valuable Indian Firm by Market Cap After IPO

Jio Platforms is only behind Reliance Industries in the domestic market cap ranking

28 Oct 2026 11:22 am
Karnataka MLC Polls: Cong Whitewashed as Opposition Sweeps All 4 Seats

Although the outcome may not have a bearing on the Congress government's stability, it is being seen as a result of BJP-JD(S) opposition consolidation

28 Oct 2026 11:13 am
Sensex Tanks 601 Points, Nifty Falls 146 Amid Rising Crude Prices

IT stocks lead losses as Brent crude climbs above USD 115 per barrel; investors track the US Federal Reserves policy decision and Jio Platforms listing.

28 Oct 2026 11:06 am
Rupee Edges Up 4 Paise to 95.03 Against US Dollar Amid High Crude Prices

Strong dollar and Brent crude hovering above USD 115 per barrel keep the rupee under pressure; markets await the US Federal Reserves policy decision.

28 Oct 2026 11:04 am
Cyclone Arnab: Police Prohibit Traffic on 2 Flooded Causeways in Anakapalli

The police have also warned cattle owners against attempting to move their animals across the flooded causeways, cautioning that such attempts could endanger both human and animal lives

28 Oct 2026 10:59 am
No Power Purchase At Rs 41 Per Unit: Minister Nirmal Kumar

Electricity Minister C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar denied that the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) has decided to purchase power at Rs. 41 per unit.

28 Oct 2026 10:57 am
Aadhav Arjuna to Release White Paper on Highway Tenders During DMK Govt

Highways minister Aadhav Arjuna alleged that the DMK government had issued tenders for Rs. 2,000 crore only for patch-up work and announced that his department would come out with a white paper on the subject.

28 Oct 2026 10:38 am
Cyclone Arnab Completes Landfall on Andhra Pradesh Coast

The cyclone crossed the coast to the southwest of Yanam near latitude 16.45N and longitude 81.90E, about 20 km east-northeast of Narsapur, 40 km southwest of Yanam and 60 km southwest of Kakinada

28 Oct 2026 10:37 am
Rajnath Singh Holds Talks with US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth

Ways to further shore up bilateral defence ties were expected to be the main focus of the Singh-Hegseth talks.

28 Oct 2026 10:30 am
Tollywood Actresses Embrace Powerful Cop Roles on Screen

Tollywood is gradually moving beyond the idea that khaki uniforms belong exclusively to male stars

28 Oct 2026 10:19 am