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Abandon Pattinapakkam Assembly-cum-Secretariat complex project, insists a PIL plea before Madras High Court

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan would be hearing the case on October 5, 2026

Rajasthan government should prepare contingency plan to deal with drought-like situation: Ashok Gehlot

Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said drinking water, fodder and employment could emerge as major concerns in the coming months, and demanded f

SC judge warns against threats of AI misuse for children

Hyderabad: Supreme Court judge Justice Vikram Nath, on Saturday, October 3, warned against the threats and increasing dependency on Artificial In

Injured flydubai pilot recounts fight to regain cockpit control

Jerusalem: Captain Smit Machchhar, the pilot who fought off an alleged attempt to seize control of a flydubai aircraft bound for Israel, has reco

'Debris field' found from medical flight missing over Atlantic en route to Boston

Air traffic audio indicates that the medical transport may have been coming in blind with electrical problems when a storm loomed ahead shortly b

News in Frames: The old world within a busy market

Vellores wholesale market, established in 1868, has grown from 200 shops to more than 700 permanent and 300 temporary shops; alongside its bustli

Legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao passes away

His mortal remains have been kept for public homage at his residence in Virugambakkam.

Telangana waives guarantee fee on Rs 2,944 crore HMWSSB loan

Hyderabad: The Telangana government has cleared financial support for a Rs 2,944-crore loan to the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewera

Influencer Mad Sandhu passes away after shooting in Amritsar

Hyderabad: Punjabi makeup artist and social media influencer Mad Sandhu has passed away after unidentified attackers opened fire on him in Amrits

Special Significance of October 5th: Key Times for Worship and Rituals

October 5, 2026, brings auspicious timings for rituals in Hindu tradition, including Rahu Kaal and Abhijit Muhurat. Special Significance of Octob

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West Bengal: Muslim women of West Bengals Bankurahave alleged they felt humiliated after visiting Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)MLA Niladri Sekhar

A defeat against Brazil, but a lesson for India

Karthik Subbaraj Responds to Dorothy Backlash, Says Film Can Change Attitudes Towards Transgender People

Filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj has said he is choosing to focus on the positive response to his latest film Dorothy despite facing online criticism,

'Secret Recce For Attack?': Iranians Found In New York Long After UNGA; Trump Admin In Shock

A fresh diplomatic showdown has erupted between Washington and Tehran after the U.S. State Department said two Iranian delegation members were ki

RBI Poised to Raise Interest Rates Ahead of MPC Meeting

Economists predict the RBI may raise interest rates in October, citing inflation and global pressures as key factors driving the decision. RBI Po

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao dies at 94; Chiranjeevi, SS Rajamouli and others pay tribute to legendary filmmaker

Veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao passed away at the age of 94 in Chennai on October 3, reportedly due to an age-related illness. Known

Aap Ki Adalat: 'Vedanta will exist for 200-300 years like the Holy Ganga', says Anil Agarwal

The world's richest 'Bihari', the head of the Vedanta Group conglomerate, billionaire Anil Agarwal revealed for the first time how he rose from b

Explained: Why Are Students Protesting In France

The protests affect lycees, the schools where French teens have their last years of school aged from 15-18, the equivalent of high school in the

OpenAI Employee Quits Over 'Broken Culture', Calls For Aviation-Like Safety

Ex-OpenAI employee David Robinson echoed warnings from inside and outside the AI world that its agents are being developed so fast and becoming s

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to Lead 40-Kilometer Road Show in Dharapuram Ahead of By-Elections

Chief Minister Vijay will campaign for candidate Sathya Bhama in a 40-kilometer road show in Dharapuram on October 6. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister t

Owaisi Alleges Form-7 Misuse Against Muslims During SIR

Owaisi said the Election Commission should take action against those responsible if false Form-7 applications were being filed

Coming in blind? Medical jet disappears after chilling cockpit call

A debris field has been found off Nantucket, Massachusetts, from a Canadian-registered air ambulance that disappeared over the Atlantic while fly

North Korea's Kim oversees hypersonic missile launch, calls for bolstering war deterrent

Digital Desk | Seoul, Oct 4 (IANS) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has overseen the launch of an intermediate-range strategic missile and called

UPs fifth-largest exporting state, Bhadohis carpets make a major contribution: Chief Minister

How global universities are redesigning campuses to prevent suicides

Spring-loaded anti-suicide fans, enclosing fans in mesh guards or replacing ceiling fans with wall-mounted units-the physical modifications by In

We Have Stooped to an Absolute Low, Says Vijay Deverakonda to Join NTR, Chiranjeevi

Earlier, megastar Chiranjeevi and Ram Pothineni speaking out against the growing threat of digital abuse. They condemned the misuse of technology

Fishermen to Stage Black Flag March Against Proposed Secretariat Complex in Tamil Nadu

Fishermen in Chennai are set to protest against the Tamil Nadu governments proposed assembly and secretariat complex with a black flag march. Fis

Milestone move: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav releases two rare Great Indian Bustards in Jaisalmer

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav released two male Great Indian B

Medical plane crashes off US coast; search on for 6 onboard

Digital Desk | Boston (United States), Oct 4 (IANS) Debris from a medical plane with six people on board, which had lost contact while flying fro

Who was Mad Sandhu? Punjabi influencer and makeup artist shot dead in Amritsar

In a shocking incident, renowned Punjabi makeup artist Mad Sandhu was shot by two people in Amritsar on Loharka Road. This event unfolded in the

Prime Minister Modi Congratulates Wrestler Antim Panghal and Womens Golf Team for Silver Medals at Asian Games 2026

PM Modi praised Antim Panghal and the womens golf team for their silver medals at the Asian Games 2026, highlighting their dedication and achieve

Property Tax to Include Garbage Fee in CMC

The Commissioner also announced that CMC would soon introduce a four-bin waste segregation system, though details on who would supply the bins ar

Why such hatred towards Biharis?: Pappu Yadav slams Centre, state over flood relief, seeks Rs 5,000 crore assistance

Independent MP Pappu Yadav on Sunday questioned the flood relief measures in Bihar, claiming that essential facilities were missing in flood-affe

Kerala orders Vigilance probe against Gyanesh Kumar

Sheikh Hasina's arrival in India was 'unexpected', Indian military had no role, says Indian envoy in Dhaka

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi addressed Sheikh Hasina's unexpected arrival in India during a conference. He clarified tha

Kerala govt orders fresh vigilance probe into 2006 case linked to CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 4 (IANS) Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Sunday ordered a fresh Vigilance inquiry into allegati

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SP MP's Rahul was 'scared' to fight from Amethi in LS polls remark draws Cong's ire

Had there been no alliance (with the Samajwadi Party), they (Congress) wouldn't have won a single seat. It even reached a point where their top l

Carole King's 128-acre Idaho ranch, home for 35 years, sells for $3.99M

Carole King purchased Robinson Bar Ranch in Idaho in 1981 and worked on restoring the property for decades. The property, which spans 128 acres,

Napoleon's 1809 code baffled for 217 years, AI cracked it in 6 hours

Carter Church, a skilled AI engineer, has managed to crack an elusive military message from 1809, originally ordered by Napoleon. The document re

325 million oil barrels released to counter global energy crisis: IEA

Faith Birol underlined that the impact of the Strait of Hormuz crisis on energy markets remains acute, particularly for diesel, while highlightin

Understanding the Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest: Symptoms and Immediate Response

Learn the key differences between heart attack and cardiac arrest, including symptoms and crucial first-aid steps. Understanding the Difference B

South Korea's Lee orders probe into recent personal data leaks

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung ordered a thorough investigation and response measures over recent personal data leak incidents at financial

Aged 71, a Chennai resident travels to top-tier international sports events, freezing iconic sporting moments

Chennai resident Seshadri Sukumar kickstarted a career in sports photography, mid-life, turning his back on the familiar and the comfortable, inc

You Make All Girls Proud: Nita Ambani Hails Telangana Archer Chikitha

Archery had a sensational campaign overall, with five gold medal wins, two silver medals and bronze each, equaling the 2022 Hangzhou campaign as

Odisha Weather: Low-Pressure System May Form Around October 12-13, Cyclone Threat Uncertain

Odisha could see another spell of unsettled weather during the Durga Puja period as a cyclonic circulation may develop over the North Andaman Sea

Telangana moves to clear Section 22-A blocks on residential plots

Hyderabad: Telangana families who have been unable to register residential properties on certain patta lands may get relief under new government

There should be some proof: Delhi Police yet to file FIR over journalists sexual harassment claim against ACP

Police say the complaint against ACP Vivek Bhagat is being verified and CCTV footage examined; journalists plan to gather outside the Parliament

Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv, pledges support for Ukraine

Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on Sunday, accompanied by CEOs from German defence companies, in a show of support for Presid

National Council's New Class 9 Social Science Textbook Teaches Students How To Start A Business

NCERT Class 9: The book noted that India had around 350-400 startups about a decade ago, however, the ecosystem has now expanded to nearly 2.3 la

'Inspiring to read about raw acts of courage': US, Jewish group hail Indian pilots courage

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 4 (IANS) US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and the Seattle chapter of the American Jewish Committee

Bhagwant Mann's AAP Government Under Fire From Punjab Opposition After LGBTQ Influencer Shot Dead

Mad Sandhu was a prominent LGBTQ activist. He was shot dead by two men on a bike in Amritsar on Saturday

Saudi-led coalition says Houthi claims of targeting Riyadh 'misleading'

Digital Desk | Riyadh, Oct 4 (IANS) The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen has described claims by the Houthi group that it had targeted the Saudi capi

UEFA Nations League: Spain maintain perfect start with 3-1 win over Czech Republic

Spain maintained their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League campaign with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over the Czech Republic in Oviedo on Satu

Crushing democracy in their DNA: Shivraj on Congress demanding return to ballot papers

Indian envoy to US meets US Senator Angela Alsobrooks

Kwatra said he also highlighted the vibrant Indian diaspora's contributions to strengthening Indias ties with Maryland as well

Science Academies Summer Research Fellowship 2027: Applications Open, Check Eligibility

A two-month Science Academies Summer Research Fellowship Program is being organized by the three national Science Academies. The last date to sub

Air Force Marathon 2026 Unites Participants in Delhi, Mumbai, and Jodhpur

The Air Force Marathon 2026 saw widespread participation across Delhi, Mumbai, and Jodhpur, promoting unity and fitness among citizens. Air Force

UPI transaction value may drop 10% after Oct 15 MDR rollout: Survey

LocalCircles estimates UPI transaction volumes could fall 4% and value 10% as consumers shift to cards, cash and bank transfers if merchants pass

UEFA Nations League: England thrash Croatia 7-0 as Kane, Saka score twice

England produced a stunning attacking display to thrash Croatia 7-0 in the UEFA Nations League in Rijeka on Saturday (local time), with Harry Kan

High-Speed Chase, Gunfire, Drug Haul: 425 Kg Poppy Straw Seized In Gujarat

The operation took place near Sun Gold Hotel on the outskirts of Mordungari village under Malpur police station limits, when the LCB team was con

Anupam Kher says New York made him feel like a student again, shares how the city enriched his acting journey

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 4 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher has opened up about his special connection with New York, a city that holds a signi

Tirupati: Alipiri Police Bust Prostitution Racket in Residential Area

The women were rescued and shifted to a rescue home. Police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.

Thackeray Brothers To Lead Mega Mumbai Protest Against Poll Body Chief Today

The demonstration aims to protest against alleged voter list manipulation and structural irregularities tied to the Special Intensive Revision (S

Mystery Pilots Who Steered FlyDubai Hijack-Scare To Safety Remain Unnamed

The two men responded after screaming passengers discovered what was unfolding in the cockpit. They said the copilot was attacking the captain ov

MPC meet: Economists expect RBI to begin rate-hiking cycle

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) As the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) gears up for its monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting next week, eco

US urges Ethiopia, Eritrea to show restraint

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 4(IANS) The United States on Saturday urged Ethiopia and Eritrea to exercise maximum restraint amid increasing cro

Goat theft gang member arrested after police encounter in UP's Azamgarh

Digital Desk | Azamgarh, Oct 4 (IANS) A member of an alleged goat theft gang was arrested following a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Azamgar

From Amravati to Asian Games Glory: Kumkums Olympic Gold Target

The neighbourhood erupted in joy as the 17-year-old local girl's grit and precision etched her name into sporting history

Uttar Pradesh Police Arrests Member of Goat Theft Gang After Encounter

A member of a goat theft gang was arrested in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, following a police encounter, while another suspect remains at large. Utta

India Had Little Choice But To Shelter Sheikh Hasina In 2024; Extradition Timeline Unclear As Courts Are Involved: Envoy Trivedi

Odisha launches wildlife research grant programme, plans 300 more cameras in Similipal

Wildlife Week is observed across the country from October 2 to 8 every year with a focus on strengthening wildlife conservation, research, ecolog

Supreme Court steps in over relocation of 135-year-old govt library housing 8.5 lakh books

Vijay-led TVK joins INDIA bloc, opposition plans protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by Vijay, has joined the INDIA alliance in Tamil Nadu , Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president Manickam

Janhvi Kapoor's deepfake row: Superstar Chiranjeevi breaks silence on a viral AI-modified clip of Chuttamalle This is not an issue

Chuttamalle, the sensuous song from the 2024 film Devara, has become the subject of AI morphing. A clip that showed off Janhvi Kapoors character

Sand Artists Celebrate Indian Teams Gold Medals at Asian Games 2026

Sand artists in Puri create stunning art to honor Indian cricket and hockey teams for their gold medal victories at the Asian Games 2026. Sand Ar

Watch: Gorakhpur SP press meet turns violent as ex-district chief slapped over seating

Coast Guard evacuates critically ill patient from Agatti to Kochi amid challenging weather

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in coordination with the Union Territory of Lakshadweep Administration and C

When the Body Becomes a Temple: The Ramnami Samaj

Denied entry into temples, they did not argue they carried Ram on their skin instead. TWF-IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh traces how Chhattisgar

India did not get Asian Games gold on a platter, says Sanju Samson after Pakistan win

Sanju Samson highlighted the significance of the team's experience in securing victory against Pakistan in the Asian Games final. India successfu

Hundreds join Indias Unity Run near Washington

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 4 (IANS) A large number of Indian Americans gathered at Gravelly Point Park in Virginia for a Viksit Bharat Unity

Breaking News Live: Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 to conclude today with closing ceremony

Sikkim pollution control bureau pushes 4-way waste segregation under new rules

Tamang cautions against burning, burying or dumping waste, and littering on streets, open public spaces, drains and water bodies

Won't tolerate Form 7 misuse against Muslims...: Owaisi alleges false objection forms filed in SIR

AIMIM president and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday warned of protests in Hyderabad over what he alleged was the filing of false Form-7

FMGE October 2026 final edit window opens: Check last date to make changes, admit card release date, exam pattern and result date

FMGE October 2026 final edit window now open: NBEMS has opened the final selective edit window for FMGE October 2026, letting candidates correct

March by Imran Khan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi stepped up the mobilization by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf

NMDC exam hall ticket reaches Telangana youth a day after exam

Hyderabad: A young man seeking employment was left in deep anguish after a hall ticket from the prestigious National Mineral Development Corporat

RBI repo rate likely to climb to 6% in FY27; G-Sec yields face upward pressure

A broad CRR hike appears less preferred, given RBIs earlier exemption of eligible FCNR(B) deposits from reserve requirements, report read.

October 3 box office report: Drishyam 3, Digger, The Vvaan, Sigma, Verity, Prem Keetanu's Saturday earnings

It was a busy Saturday at the box office, with several films across Bollywood, Hollywood and regional cinema competing for audience attention aft

Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes in Dhanurasana to Reap Its Benefits

Learn the five critical mistakes to avoid while practicing Dhanurasana to ensure safety and maximize benefits. Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes in D