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Houthis Bomb Saudi Airports; Missile Hit Runway Moments Before Flight Takeoff | 3 Killed

Fighting has intensified in Yemen as Iran-backed Houthi militants launched a series of attacks targeting airports in Saudi Arabia and Yemen. Thre

Meghan Markle, Harrys Quiet Pub Date? The Royal Twist Nobody Saw Coming | WATCH

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are back in the U.K. spotlight after a low-key pub date in the Cotswolds. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were spot

'No excuse for victim blaming': Mamdani under fire from Democrats over Oct 7 message

Mahindra Thar OG review: The Thar gets more comfortable without losing its off-road DNA

The Mahindra Thar has always traded everyday comfort for serious off-road ability. The new Thar OG changes that. It is more capable and comfortab

Stock markets decline in early trade as RBI signals more tightening

Among the 30 Sensex firms, ITC, Adani Ports, Bharat Electronics, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv and InterGlobe Aviation were among the major laggar

Nana Patekar to be cremated with full State honours: Maharashtra govt.

The decision about the location of the funeral will be taken by the family - whether it will be in Pune or in Mumbai. The government will make th

Centre Slams

The Government of India on Thursday issued a firm clarification dismissing claims circulating on social media regarding alleged discrimination in

Dhruv Rathee, Prakash Raj to join CJP

Voters who say they were wrongly struck off Karnatakas electoral rolls will get a public hearing at Bengalurus Freedom Park on Thursday, October

Govt refutes Musks remarks, says Indias regulatory framework fair and non-discriminatory

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The government on Thursday refuted a social media post by billionaire Elon Musk, which claimed that Indias

'Men, women of IAF have defended our skies, served nation with distinction': Kharge on Air Force Day

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday extended greetings on Indian Air Force Day, praising the

Suniel Shetty, Arjun Rampal, Boman Irani express grief over Nana Patekars loss: They dont make men like you anymore

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Bollywood actors Suniel Shetty, Arjun Rampal and Boman Irani, among many others, have expressed their shock a

Mizoram: New de-addiction centre inaugurated in Kolasib amid growing drug concerns

Aizawl: Mizoram has inaugurated a new de-addiction and rehabilitation centre at Sethawn in Kolasib district, with Social Welfare Minister Lalrinp

Worked for empowering tribal communities: PM Modi expresses grief over death of Hemant Soren

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the death of Rupi Soren, mother of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, extending

China records 2.14 billion passenger trips during Golden Week holiday

China recorded 2.14 billion passenger trips during the October 1-7 Golden Week holiday, averaging 306 million per day, an increase of 0.6% year o

European soccer leaders meet aiming to shape strategy for ousting Infantino as FIFA president

UEFA has called its 55 member federations to a previously scheduled summit in Berlin that arrives in the midst of European efforts to get a new l

Malaria infections worrying public health experts in Keralam

The surge, driven by abundant mosquitoes and a steady influx of travellers, has prompted calls for stronger surveillance, migrant screening, and

Nana Patekar passes away: A look at the legendary actor's fine career, iconic performances and Marathi cinema legacy

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Veteran actor Nana Patekar, one of Indian cinema's most powerful and distinctive performers, passed away at t

Eknath Shinde mourns Nana Patekars death, calls actors passing a personal loss

Shinde said the actor had developed a distinctive style of performance, particularly through his dialogue delivery and facial expressions, while

Tollywood Mourns the Demise of Legendary Actor Nana Patekar

Known for his intense screen presence, raw passion, and iconic dialogue delivery, the three-time National Award winner leaves behind an unparalle

Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Passes Away at 75 in Goa Hospital

Renowned actor Nana Patekar has died at the age of 75. He was brought to a Goa hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival. Veteran Actor Nana Pa

Baseless, misconceived: Govt rejects Musks oligarch claim over Starlink block

Why it is essential to improve cardiac rehabilitation completion rates in India

The primary benefits of attending a cardiac rehab programme are faster recovery from cardiac procedures, reduced risk of future complications, be

Indias economy could double to over $8 trillion in a decade: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Indias economy could double in size to more than $8 trillion over the next decade as structural reforms, i

Iran will never have nuclear weapon, says US Secretary of State Rubio

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has asserted that Iran will be permanently barred from obtaining nuclear weapons under President Don

Bhubaneswar BJP Corporator Launches Indefinite Hunger Strike Over Ward Office and Community Facilities

In a determined bid to secure long-pending civic amenities for her constituents, BJP corporator Bandita Pal of Ward 37 began an indefinite hunger

After Musk claims Starlink being blocked by 'oligarchs, communications ministry says Satellite communication policies non-discriminatory

The Ministry of Communications has unequivocally stated its position on the regulatory framework for satellite communication services. The Minist

Isaias becomes 1st hurricane of Atlantic season and threatens Gulf Coast

Hurricane Isaias strengthened from a tropical storm late Wednesday night and is expected to make landfall along the U.S. Gulf Coast this weekend,

India inflation likely rose to 5.4% in Sep on food, energy costs: Poll

Consumer inflation is expected to have risen to 5.4% in September from 4.82% in August, as higher food and crude oil prices add to inflationary p

Vishal Nirmiti shares make weak debut, list at 2% discount to IPO price

Vishal Nirmiti shares listed at 215 on both the BSE and NSE, at a discount of 5, or 2.27 per cent, to the IPO issue price of 220.

MORNING BID EUROPE-Sovereign bonds shouldered aside as AI takes their turf

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole Sovereign

Rupee rises 10 paise to 96.65 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Forex traders said rupee is under pressure amid persistent macroeconomic headwinds, including global dollar strength (DXY trading near multi-mont

Truly shocking: Actor Sayaji Shinde recalls last conversation with Nana Patekar, mourns his demise

The sudden death of veteran actor Nana Patekar has left the Marathi film industry in shock. Marathi actor Sayaji Shinde recalled his last convers

Sensex opens over 300 points down, Nifty below 22,550 as RBI's tighter monetary policy weighs on markets

Indian benchmark indices opened on a subdued note on Thursday following the RBI's policy announcements, with the Sensex slipping over 300 points

Never Share Your Passwords: Jammu Kashmir Bank Issues Cyber Security Advisory

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Bank has advised customers to strengthen their digital security by using strong and unique passwords for bank account

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong rejects South Korean medical aid, calls it a provocation

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong Un,denounced on Thursday South Korea's plans to provide medical equipment aid t

Anarchist mindset: Nitin Nabin hits out at Rahul Gandhi over protest against CEC

Digital Desk | Varanasi, Oct 8 (IANS) BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Thursday slammed Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sa

Nana Patekar death updates: Leaders, film fraternity mourn Nana Patekar's death

Veteran Actor Nana Patekar passed away at his Goa residence during the early hours of Thursday.

NTA Announces Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Exam Details

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination, with applications open from October 7 to Novemb

Mohan Babu Remade Nana Patekars Krantiveer in Telugu

Director Ashok Teja recalls watching his movies like Aab Tak Chhappan where in he played an encounter specialist.

AI eats into entry-level tech jobs as India's graduates seek work

Banks and other global capability centres are automating routine tasks once handled by fresh graduates, intensifying competition for entry-level

KU asks officials to avoid calling satellite campus faculty to main campus

Srinagar, Oct 08: The authorities at the University of Kashmir (KU) have directed all the Heads of Departments (HoDs), Deans, Directors and other

TN Finance Secretary dismisses concerns around economic activity, says taxable turnover up almost 19%

Tax collections is a metric for growth in economic activity only when two key parameters, namely, tax rates and cash ratios remain constant or si

Shabir Shahs bail denialdisappointing, unjust, Centre should ensure his release: Mirwaiz

The Mirwaiz also raised concern over other political prisoners suffering from serious health issues after years of detention and delayed trials

Odisha Bandh: Normal Life Hit As INDIA Bloc Stages Statewide Shutdown; Rail and Road Blockades Reported

Public movement and commercial activities came to a near standstill across the state capital on Thursday morning as the Congress and its INDIA bl

Delhi HC directs criminal action against six CBI officers over false statement in court

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has directed the initiation of criminal complaint proceedings against six CBI officer

Manipur CM urges hill outreach for lasting peace, cites 1,200 crore GST loss

Manipur's Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh advocated for unity and dialogue among diverse communities to restore peace. He highlighted signi

Smita Patil forced Nana Patekar to enter Bollywood through Aaj Ki Awaz, years later he rejected to launch his own son Malhar as an actor

Nana Patekar has said Smita Patil pushed him toward films after he was happy doing plays, recommending his name for Aaj Ki Awaaz and staying clos

Defence Ministry Simplifies Industry Access To Proof Ranges, Field Firing Ranges And Test Facilities

PM Modi, Other Leaders Mourn Nana Patekars Demise

Patekar, known for his versatility and powerful screen presence, died at his Goa residence in the early hours of Thursday

Earn from overseas? New FEMA rules freelancers and influencers can't ignore

Earning in dollars? New FEMA rules change how freelancers, YouTubers must report income

Raveena Tandon recalls Nana Patekars kindness on Ghulam-E-Musthafa set during her meningitis ordeal

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) As Nana Patekar passed away aged 75 on Thursday, actress Raveena Tandon remembered the veteran actor as a gen

Rupee rises 10 paise to 96.65 against US dollar in early trade

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 96.71, then gained some ground to touch 96.65, registering a rise of 10 paise over

PM Modi mourns Nana Patekars demise, hails his contribution to Hindi, Marathi cinema

New Delhi , October 8 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, describing him as an actor wh

PM Modi Shares Inspirational Message on Self-Sacrifice for the Nation

PM Modi highlights the importance of self-sacrifice for national service by sharing a Sanskrit verse on social media. PM Modi Shares Inspirationa

Nana Patekar Dies After Cardiac Arrest: What Happens During a Cardiac Arrest and What Should You Do?

Veteran actor Nana Patekar died at the age of 75 after suffering a severe cardiac arrest. The incident highlights how suddenly cardiac arrest can

INDIA bloc MPs to stage bigger protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar today

The Cockroach Janta Party will hold a 'Chappal protest' in Bengaluru today over alleged voter deletions during SIR, ahead of its October 10 'Delh

Houthis strike Riyadh's main airport with ballistic missiles, warn airlines over Saudi airspace

While the uncertainty continues in the Middle East, the Houthis have claimed they have struck the King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arab

'Baseless and misconceived': Centre rebuts Elon Musk's 'oligarchs' claim on India's internet framework

'Baseless and misconceived': Centre rebuts Elon Musk's 'oligarchs' claim on India's internet framework.

Dashboards, drum jams and delivery convoys kick off India's shopping season

From Bengaluru to Kargil, Flipkart and Amazon race to deliver as online festive sales are projected to grow up to 29%

Ashleigh Gardner breaks silence on cheating scandal with teammate Georgia Voll

Australia womens vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner, whose marriage collapsed due to an affair with teammate Georgia Voll, breaks her silence on cheat

El Nino Will Intensify, Then Peak in December: UN

The naturally occurring weather phenomenon is set to bring higher temperatures to much of the planet, the UN's weather and climate agency said.

Indian Air Force stands as symbol of courage, valour, discipline: Rajnath Singh

Bilkul Online New Delhi | Oct 8 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday extended greetings to the air warriors on The post Indian Air Force st

Nana Patekar death: PM Modi, Amit Shah, leaders across spectrum mourn actor

Patekar, one of Indian cinema's most distinctive performers, died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. He was su

'Every Time The Rains Fail, We Talk About Drought...'

'Without that one critical irrigation, the entire crop can be lost.'

Legendary Actor Nana Patekar Passes Away at 75, Leaving a Lasting Legacy in Bollywood

Renowned actor Nana Patekar has died at the age of 75, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in Hindi cinema. Legendary Actor Nana Patekar Passes Aw

Strait of Hormuz transits at lowest in over two months after attacks, data shows

Seven commodity vessels passed through the strait on Tuesday (October 6, 2026), for the lowest figure since July 23, data from analytics firm Kpl

Crude oil futures rise on supply disruption fears

December Brent oil futures at $102.35, up by 2.15%

Some guardrails on ChatGPT for Teens dont work as promised, watchdog group says

Some of the guardrails for children that OpenAI included in its ChatGPT for Teens product do not work as intended and the chatbot poses an unacce

Play more cricket: Kapil Devs blunt take on Hardik Pandyas injury woes

Raanjhanaa meets India's star athlete Vithya Ramraj!

Happy to meet Dhanush sir, thank you for the motivation. Dhanush also posted the picture to his 9.5 million followers, and it earned over 200,000

Bollywood actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Nana Patekar, a veteran Indian actor

Opinion: Opinion | Autonomous Wingmen Could Be The Answer To Indian Air Force's Squeeze

India has used loitering munitions and one-way attack drones in some form since the 1990s, and their use has expanded sharply in recent years, mo

What will it achieve?: BJPs Ghosh on Mamatas Delhi visit as INDIA bloc seeks Prez meet over SIR

Japanese investors sell foreign bonds for third straight week as Treasury yields jump

Japanese investors pulled back from foreign bonds for

US Secy of State Marco Rubio warns against global energy dependence

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cautioned that the international community can no longer sustain reliance on energy provisions o

Air Force Day 2026: Check IAF anniversary theme, date, venue, tickets, schedule and history

Air Force Day 2026 marks 94 years of the Indian Air Force, with this years celebrations centred on the theme Infallible, Impervious and Precise.

After Bahrain win, Max eyes Singapore success

The win was quite track-specific so well need to see how we go heading into this week, said Verstappen ahead of the weekend

Strait of Hormuz traffic falls to lowest in over two months after attacks, data shows

Crude oil crossing strait fell 27% from Iran war high, Kpler says

Hyderabad: Delivery partners protest at online grocery store; alleging supply of expired items

Delivery partners late last night staged a protest at an online grocery store in Hastinapuram, alleging that they were being given expired produc

Ajinkya Rahane pays tribute to Nana Patekar, says his

Former Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane mourned the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar following the latter's passing on Thursday, remembering hi

Heavy Rain Forecast for Coimbatore and Nilgiris Over Three Days

The weather department predicts heavy rainfall in Coimbatore and Nilgiris from Thursday, with thunderstorms expected. Heavy Rain Forecast for Coi

Dads heart of gold behind Sonam Maskars silver success

Rifle shooter Maskar credits Asian Games medal to father Uttams selfless decision to sell their shop and land to fuel her passion

I Don't Know Whether I Will Be Here Tomorrow: Nana Patekar's Words Days Before His Passing

We all have to go someday. I don't know whether I will be here tomorrow. That time comes in the life of everyone. But before that time comes (we

It's Crime: Elon Musk Claims 'Oligarchs' Stalling Starlink's Entry In India

The development comes hours after a senior official of Musk-led SpaceX announced that the company's satellite communication arm, Starlink, is rea

'Who knows about tomorrow': Nana Patekar's words at last public appearance

Nana Patekar died from a cardiac arrest shortly after an event in Goa, where he emphasized life's uncertainties. He encouraged attendees to serve

Malaysia PM says he will do whatever possible to ensure Myanmar's acceptance in regional community

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar

IT stocks lift Nifty despite rate hike, FII selling pressure

The market opened after the RBI raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% on Wednesday and shifted its stance from 'neutral' to 'calibrate

Q2 Earnings Preview: Banks, financials to drive strong double-digit growth

Jefferies expects companies in its coverage universe, excluding oil and gas, metals and financials, to post 17 per cent year-on-year revenue grow

President Murmu, PM Modi hail IAF on Air Force Day

On October 8, the Indian Air Force marked its 94th anniversary, showcasing the unwavering commitment of its air warriors. In a ceremonial salute,

MoEF grants environmental, CRZ clearance for Puris greenfield airport

MoEF directs to prepare a bird hazard study from reputed institute in the field after a Wildlife Institute of India study flags the issue of risk