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First look: Journeying Across The Himalayas 2026

A special, cross-regional musical preview featuring Tipriti Kharbangar and Mangka Mayanglambam, ahead of its official public debut this December.

President Murmu Approves Appointments and Transfers of Governors in Six States

President Droupadi Murmu has approved new appointments and transfers for governors in six Indian states, including Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Preside

Court orders further probe into death of cashier in lottery king Martins firm

7 Of 15 MD Paediatrics Students Fail Practicals At Gandhi Medical College; KNRUHS To Inquire

KNRUHS will investigate the MD Paediatrics practical evaluation after seven of 15 students failed, with supplementary exams planned at another in

ASHA workers stage protest in Dindigul

DC Edit | Protest Bans Wont Curb Dissent

A parliamentary panel has now come out with a recommendation that district administrations should withhold permission for rallies, processions or

South Indian Bank Shifts Hyderabads B. N. Reddy Nagar Branch For Better Access

The relocated branch will continue to offer South Indian Banks range of banking products and services, supported by the Banks technology-led appr

Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Rahul Gandhi for Threatening Democratic Institutions

Assams Chief Minister accuses Rahul Gandhi of pushing India toward chaos through protests against judicial decisions. Assam Chief Minister Critic

Stray cattle menace returns to roads as rain starts

Anakapalle Villagers Stage Cook-Out Protest Over Pending Pattas

Tribal and Dalit families in Anakapalle protest delays in land titles, oppose granite quarrying and warn of an indefinite hunger strike.

India's poverty rate seen falling to 12.1% by 2028, says World Bank

Poverty reduction to slow despite gains in jobs, consumption, and social transfers

Office leasing steady at 66.7 msf in 9M CY2026 as GCCs drive demand

GCCs accounted for 41 per cent of office transactions in the first nine months of 2026, while flex operators contributed 24 per cent, according t

Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal Criticizes Congress Over Election Allegations

Arjun Ram Meghwal accuses Congress of blaming the Election Commission for its losses, asserting transparency in the electoral process. Union Mini

HC tells petitioner to implead successful bidder over Radial Road-II tender

SPMVV partners with NIELIT Tirupati to boost digital learning, industry-ready skills development

RBL Banks Q2 net profit jumps 170% YoY

RBL Bank mobilised $3.4 billion (32,472 crore) through the Reserve Bank of Indias concessional FCNR(B) swap facility by August 31.

SpiceJet Q400 pilots refused to fly over pending salary: Sources

Mumbai/New Delhi: Around 40 pilots of SpiceJets Q400 aircraft fleet refused to fly till the airline cleared their salary dues, a stance that has

Two die in road accident in Sivaganga

Thudum Debba Urges Forest Staff To Respect Adivasi Traditions

Thudum Debba leaders urged forest staff to respect Adivasi customs during house searches and warned of an agitation over alleged violations of tr

President Appoints Braj Mohan Ram as Odisha

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday appointed senior Jharkhand BJP leader Braj Mohan Ram as the new Governor of Odisha. He will take over from the

SSC GD constable result 2026 OUT; over 1.97 lakh qualify, check category-wise cut off here

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has declared the GD Constable result 2026. Over 1.97 lakh got qualified in the SSC GD constable exam. The ca

President appoints 4 new state governors; switches governors for 2 states

Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effecte

Ilhan Omars home raided! Federal agents search congresswomans residence over immigration fraud

LoP, Opposition leaders move SC for full disclosure of EC records on SIR

They seek independent probe and suspension of SIRas interim relief

Northeast monsoon likely to set in over south peninsula in the net two to three days

Its arrival will coincide with the withdrawal of Southwest monsoon from the remaining parts of the country, says the Regional Meteorological Cent

Family of Victim from Riyadh Airport Attack to Hold Funeral in Saudi Arabia

The family of Mohammad Yusuf Ali, a victim of the Riyadh airport attack, has decided to conduct his funeral in the city. Family of Victim from Ri

'Scream all you want, you can't stop us': Homan's blunt response to Mamdanis demand to remove ICE

Government allows 5,841 tonnes of sugar export to EU under quota-based duty concession scheme

The quantity of 5,841 MT of sugar to be exported to the EU from India under TRQ (tariff rate quota) for the year 2026-27 (October 2026 to Septemb

Dhruv Rathee Takes Dig at PM Modi After First Press Conference, Says

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his record of holding press conferences after conducting his first press

Entries invited for Kolu Kondattam 2026

Riyadh airport closure extended until Oct 17 amid Houthi attacks

Riyadh: King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh will remain closed until Saturday, October 17, according to a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) on Mon

Meet Chinas giant Jiutian drone: 6-tonne payload, 12-hour endurance and a swarm-carrying design; how powerful is Beijings flying mothership?

China has flown its large, jet-powered Jiutian drone for the first time. The aircraft is much bigger than many military drones in service today.

The Zocket Story: Building Brand Brain, the context and orchestration layer for AI-native enterprise marketing

How Zocket evolved from simplifying digital advertising to rethinking how enterprise consumer brands run marketing in an AI-native era.

Post against CJI: KPCC president says person responsible shunted out

Gharami, Porel hammer tons to put Bengal ahead

RDI Fund picks first 19 second-level fund managers, commits 7,131 crore

The first cohort includes 14 alternative investment funds and five focused research organisations, with managers expected to mobilise private cap

From dissent to de-notification: Jantar Mantar and shifting protest addresses in Delhi

Delhi has seen a historical shift in designated protest venues, moving from Jantar Mantar to Ramlila Maidan. The Delhi Police de-notified Jantar

Placing aluminium foil around potted plants: How this simple home trick works, its benefits and the right way to use it to help indoor plants thrive

Using aluminium foil around potted plants can significantly improve light distribution and contribute to healthy growth. When strategically place

Can America build warships fast enough to match China? Maine shipyard clears Pentagon test to build a second destroyer

The Pentagon has certified General Dynamics Bath Iron Works to construct a second guided-missile destroyer. This decision reflects improvements i

Letters to the Editor dated October 12, 2026

Awareness events across Kadapa, Nellore mark World Arthritis Day 2026

Gujarat to Construct

A new dam near Vapi, Gujarat, aims to enhance water supply for agriculture and industry, benefiting local communities. Gujarat to Construct 159.5

Letters to the Editor dated October 9, 2026

Indian Accounts by Oct 15 or Face Heavy Fines, US Warns H-1B, Green Card Holders

FBAR rules require eligible taxpayers with combined overseas account balances above $10,000 to file disclosures

Four including a toddler die after electric car hits wall and catches fire on Vijayawada West bypass

Three-year-old boy is among the deceased; victims were returning after attending a function when the accident occurred

President Murmu appoints new governors for 6 states; 4 new, 2 moved

On Run For 3 Years, Madhya Pradesh Mass Shooting Accused Caught In Gurugram

The 37-year-old accused, identified as Ramusingh Dhirasingh Tomar, was traced to a warehouse in the Gopalpur GIDC area of Gurugram, Haryana. Poli

Kannur Corporation introduces double-decker bus for sightseeing during Dasara

Organised through the Kannur Corporation and KSRTCs Budget Tourism Cell, the service will operate for 10 days, allowing residents and tourists to

DC Edit | Vijays Equitable Approach Like A Breath Of Fresh Air

Handling the Leader of the Opposition whose party is an ally and member of his TVK government in the state with a spontaneous warmth that is to b

Police warn youth against social media-driven bike racing

Chennai Police Commissioner A. Amalraj said groups of youngsters were using platforms such as Instagram and X to mobilise participants for high-s

OPCC Chief Rejects Majhi

Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) President Bhakta Charan Das on Monday strongly rejected Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhis defence of th

BJP Strengthens Agricultural Wing with New District Heads in Uttar Pradesh

The BJP has announced new district heads for its farmer wing in Uttar Pradesh, aiming to strengthen its presence among agricultural communities.

Bank of India classifies Kishore Biyani-promoted Future Enterprises account as fraud

The public sector lender disclosed the classification in a regulatory filing, citing its policy on determining and disclosing material events and

Hyderabad man convicted under POCSO to serve 20 years in prison

Hyderabad: A 28-year-old Hyderabad resident was convicted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act by a sessions court i

FM Sitharaman urges global action on steel overcapacity, invites worldsteel

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says unilateral tariffs only redirect surplus steel and calls for multilateral disciplines on subsidies, citi

Delhi plans uniform protocol on sterlisation, vaccination of street dogs

Proposed SOP lays down protocols for humane capture, post-operative care and release in the same locality; pilot model to be extended across the

'Soft Target': Sacked JNU Professor Denies Sexual Harassment Charge

The MP, who worked as a professor at the prestigious university in Delhi, was sacked last week after at least eleven women accused him of sexual

Telangana man arrested for impersonating DSP in Andhras Eluru

Sunil Bharti Mittal named Knight of the National Order, Frances highest civilian distinction

Mittal honoured for his role in deepening economic ties between India and France and achievements in telecommunications and digital infrastructur

India's FTAs could add up to $170 bn to GDP by 2035, cushion US tariffs

Bloomberg Economics estimates that India's expanding trade agreements could lift GDP by up to 2.1 per cent by 2035, while stronger exports elsewh

Section of Church Street caves in under garbage truck

The incident raised concerns over the condition of the road, which is part of the citys TenderSURE network designed to provide durable streets

Panchayat secretary arrested for accepting 20,000 bribe in the Nilgiris

Congress Including Ministers Willing to Join, Claims State BJP Chief

Karnataka BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra claims 25 Congress MLAs, including ministers, are willing to join the BJP if elections are announced now.

Billboard with Goddess Durga beside pot of biryani sparks row in Hooghly

Earlier, another row erupted when a religious outfit circulated a poster in Siliguri, urging people to buy biryani only from Hindu shopkeepers

US-run airbase incident almost certainly directed by Iran: UK PM

London: British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Monday, October 12, a security incident at a US-run military airbase in England was almost ce

Dictators subvert electoral systems to cling to power: Satheesan

Rahul and Revanth send Karnataka on a leather hunt

The duos 202-run partnership ensured the hosts finished on pole position exposing the inadequacies of the bowling attack after being in a spot of

MacKenzie Scott donated $26.2 billion in five years, but why is she missing from the Chronicle of Philanthropys top 50 donors list?

MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, donated $26.2 billion over five years and $7 billion in 2025. Despite her significant charitable cont

Over 300 maize farmers seek payment of dues in Markapuram district

Meet Jannat Bishnoi, Young Face Beside Rahul Gandhi At Supreme Court March

Bishnoi is an Executive Councillor of the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU). She is also a member of the National Students' Union of India

HDK demands probe into alleged sting operation against Siddaramaiah

Two held for posting videos with improvised knives on social media

Over 10 Lakh Students Join Odisha

The Odisha School and Mass Education Department on Monday organised the state-level Seva Sankalpa Abhiyan programme at Government High School, Un

We Want Long-Term Peace: Kremlin Rejects Ukraine's 60-Day Ceasefire Offer

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Monday that Russia wanted a long-term peace deal rather than a temporary ceasefire.

Telangana to procure 5,800 MW renewable energy to meet high demand

A.P. Congress leader seeks resignation of CEC, PM Modi and HM Shah over SIR

Booth Level Officers To Revisit Homes Of Voters Excluded During Bengal SIR

This special drive aims to identify voters excluded during the SIR and assist them in updating their status in the current electoral roll.

PMBI Recruitment Alert: Apply Now for 178 Positions Including General Manager by October 15

The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) is hiring for 178 positions. Deadline to apply is October 15, 2026. PMBI Recruitme

RDI Fund has picked the first cohort of 19 Second Level Fund Managers with investment commitment of 7,131 crore

The names of the SLFMs were not disclosed.

A.P. MA&UD Minister distributes housing pattas to 19 transgenders in Nellore

MPSC paper leak case: Mumbai Crime Branch arrests another accused

The case relates to the alleged leak of the question paper for the MPSC Drug Inspector (Group B) recruitment examination held in March 2026

Delhi Police de-notifies Jantar Mantar as protest site, names 3 new spots

Opposition parties criticise the move to shift protests away from Jantar Mantar, while leaders march to the Supreme Court against the Election Co

Watch: Jantar Mantar no longer protest site; CJP, Oppn march to SC

SIR row: Opposition, Neha Bora lead march to Supreme Court as protests demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar continue

OnMeta, QazPost tie-up for digital payments infra in Kazakhstan

The partnership brings together QazPosts nationwide distribution network and OnMetas rapidly growing digital payments infrastructure at significa

Despite Govt Claims, Why India Not Even Partly Free

The Freedom House report had two parts. The first, carrying 40 per cent weightage, concerned political rights. Here India got a score of 34/40 (f

Navy hands over model of INS Vikrant to capital city

Workshop on From research to reach held at BRIC-CDFD

Initiative aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and society

Will PMK Join Tamil Nadu's Ruling Aliance? What Vijay's Minister Said

If PMK comes into the TVK alliance, we will walk out. The ministerial post is less important to me than Thol Thirumavalavan and the VCK, Vanni Ar

13.6 Lakh Names Deleted During SIR. Punjab Now Has 2 Crore Voters

The final list, released on Monday, records a decline of more than 13.6 lakh voters, or 6.33 per cent, from the 2,14,61,043 electors registered b

Kumaraswamy Urges Political Maturity from Rahul Gandhi, Defends Chief Justices Integrity

H.D. Kumaraswamy criticizes Rahul Gandhi for politicizing the Chief Justice, urging respect for constitutional institutions. Kumaraswamy Urges Po