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OCTOPUS IG urges students to cultivate discipline and courage

Khet Bachao (Rabi) 2026: Healthy Soil, Prosperous Farmers

Dr. Parveen Kumar* The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India has been giving top priority to agriculture sector and

Apple India revenue grows 32% to cross 1 trillion mark in FY26: Tofler

iPhone maker Apple's India revenue grew by over 32 per cent to Rs 1,04,607 crore in FY26, according to the document shared by market intelligence

Society of Indian Screen Editors formed

Film editor Bina Paul is the chairperson

Samajwadi Party may not agree to allot Congress more than 70 seats

Seat sharing talks for Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls get tougher By Pradeep Kapoor LUCKNOW: Hard bargaining from smaller parties is creating big

Godrej Properties plans 32,000 crore project launches in H2 FY27: CEO

Godrej Properties has lined up project launches worth over 32,000 crore for H2 FY27, even as its Q2 net profit fell 62% YoY to 154 crore, while c

H.D. Kumaraswamy continues allegations against NICE road toll collection

From Mecca to Badr: New Defence Alliances and the questions facing India

A world seeking alternatives to the American security umbrella By Bhasha Singh New defence partnerships are emerging across the world. Their pu

State Sanctions 20 Crore for Panagal Temple Development

The Telangana government has sanctioned 20 crore for the development and beautification of Sri Chaya Someshwaralayam and its surroundings to prom

Financial titans to converge at the BFSI Insight Summit 2026 in Mumbai

This edition will be the biggest yet, and will also introduce the Smart Investor Arena - a segment of the summit where conversations will focus o

Washington closes one door to Indian techies but keeps open another

Modi Govt must put up a foolproof case before Trump Administration By T N Ashok NEW YORK: Washington has not shut the American Dream to Indian

Juvenile Justice cannot wait

The reported collapse of the Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) and Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) in Jammu and Kashmir is a matter that cannot be d

Whistleblower tipoffs on insider trading up sharply as Sebi gets 25 in FY26

Whistleblower reports rise as market expands, but experts call for greater transparency, stronger safeguards and wider coverage of violations

Congress President Criticizes Governments Approach to China Amidst Border Tensions

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge questions government transparency on China relations amid ongoing border conflicts and rising trade deficits.

Congress high command asks Karnataka CM to start probe into alleged sting operation attempt

The Chief Minister, in an interview with a Kannada television channel, had claimed that a businessman wearing Meta AI glasses recently met him in

Farmers urge authorities to desilt irrigation, supply channels

Owaisi attacks PM, seeks Parliament session on China border row

Hyderabad: AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi on Friday, October 23, said the serious situation on the China border needs a comprehensive and indep

Jaishankar meets Azerbaijan President, Foreign Minister as India attempts reset of ties

Bilateral ties had soured with Azerbaijans condemnation of Operation Sindoor and calls for resolution of the Kashmir issue; but on Friday, Azerba

Revanth Warns of Severe Water, Power Crisis in TG Due to El Nino

CM asks farmers to avoid rabi paddy cultivation, announces drought employment scheme from January

Trump admin seeks to block Alaska Senate result if Republicans lose

The US Justice Department is seeking to invalidate Alaska's Senate election results if the Republican incumbent loses next month, in a rare legal

Telangana Sets Dec. 31 Deadline For Pan-Aadhaar Verification Of Employees, Pensioners

The treasuries and accounts department has asked officials to collect copies of PAN and Aadhaar cards: Reports

From tathastu to delulu

From Sanskritised Hindi to Gen Z slang, India's language is shifting from formal expressions of authority to relatable words shaped by social med

Upper-layer NBFCs must list on stock exchanges: RBI Guv Sanjay Malhotra

His remarks come amid a debate over whether Tata Sons, the holding company of India's largest conglomerate Tata group, is required to go public

Jio Platforms IPO rides institutional demand to 22.19 times subscription

QIBs bid 70.6 times the quota reserved for them; retail segment bought 2.7x

Was Gyanu Told To Lie Low Until Protests Subside?

So far in India, cockroaches and other insects have not ransacked shopping malls and standalone luxury stores in and around Delhi. The protesters

Hyderabad: HMWSSB To Launch Green Tankers With Treated Wastewater

The board will assess demand at construction sites, commercial complexes: Reports

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Calls for Investigation into Voter Fraud Allegations

Punjabs CM Bhagwant Mann demands the cancellation of the Special Intensive Review, citing threats to democracy from voter manipulation. Punjab CM

Paris suburb shooting kills one, wounds five including 12-year-old girl; France probes terrorist crime angle

In Trappes and La Verriere, a Paris suburban area, a gunman opened fire, killing one person and injuring several others. Authorities suspect the

Preaching in UP, doesn

Hyderabad: Telangana Congress leader Mohammed Waliullah Sameer on Friday, October 23, alleged that AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi was selling a

AI law consultation paper coming soon, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

The government is preparing regulatory and manufacturing initiatives spanning artificial intelligence, mobile phones and semiconductors, with con

Hyderabad Welcomes Mrs. Unity World Asha Deepika Attaluri with Royal Rath Yatra

The initiative aims to Showcase India's rich heritage, hidden talent and untold stories on a global stage, Create meaningful opportunities in hea

Tumultuous week: Midcaps and smallcaps suffer worst losses in 20 months

Midcap and smallcap stocks posted their worst weekly losses in 20 months, falling 5.6% and 7.3%, respectively, as rising crude prices and geopoli

Union Minister Giriraj Singh Questions Rahul Gandhis Foreign Trip Funding

Giriraj Singh challenges Rahul Gandhi to disclose funding details for his foreign trips amid rising political tensions in India. Union Minister G

Fadnavis Orders Probe Into Jarange Audio Clip

I will certainly conduct an inquiry into it and bring out the truth: Reports

Indian Student Flow to US Slows, Lead Intact

India remains the largest source of international students, despite falling monthly numbers amid stricter visa rules.

China face offs continue in Arunachal Pradesh: ITBP Chiefs Big Revelation Explained

Confrontations with Chinese troops continue to take place at multiple sites along the border in Arunachal Pradesh, according to Indo-Tibetan Bord

Michael Gray, 1970s Shazam star, left Hollywood to start floral business with wife. He returned in 2015 with animated series Archer

Michael Gray, renowned for his iconic role as Billy Batson in the beloved 1970s series Shazam!, has passed away at the age of 75. His career bega

Apple India revenue crosses 1 lakh crore in FY26, net profit rises 66%

Apple India reported strong financial growth in FY26, with revenue crossing 1 lakh crore and net profit rising sharply, according to Tofler.

Raut Alleges Rs 10,000 Distributed Per Voter In MLC Election

In the constituencies for teachers and graduates, Rs 10,000 per person has been distributed: Raut

BJP Spokesperson Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Foreign Engagements and Punjabs Law and Order Issues

BJP spokesperson RP Singh condemns Rahul Gandhis foreign meetings and highlights Punjabs ongoing drug crisis and political challenges. BJP Spokes

Rajnath Singh urges Army Commanders to prepare for future challenges, stresses 20-30-year strategic vision

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the Army Commanders' Conference in New Delhi, emphasizing the importance of strategic vision. He called

Coforge net profit rises 56.5% as record deal wins boost growth

September-quarter revenue climbs 53.6% to 6,171 crore; fresh order intake doubles year-on-year to $1.04 billion as company raises FY27 EBIT margi

TVK functionary booked for alleged sexual harassment of college student

Further investigations are under way

Man arrested with drugs, firearms worth Rs 4L in Attapur

Hyderabad: The Prohibition and Excise officials seized drugs and firearms during a raid at Sikh Chowki in Attapur under the Rajendranagar limits

In Nitish Kumar's name and his caste base

Speculation over renaming the JD(U) and a possible merger with the BJP has intensified questions about Nitish Kumar's political legacy and the pa

Bomb Threat Targets Bachchan, Mayors Office

The sender claimed the attack would be revenge for the 1984 Operation Blue Star: Reports

Melania Trump Secures Localised Ceasefire in Ukrainian City of Oleshky to Facilitate Humanitarian Aid and Evacuations

The US White House announced on Friday that First Lady Melania Trump has successfully secured a localised ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in

Malaika Arora turns 53, slays in sexy white outfit at birthday celebration with paps, kisses BFF Kareena Kapoor

Malaika Arora turned 53 and celebrated her birthday with the paparazzi, looking stunning in a sexy white outfit. Kareena Kapoor Khan and Amrita A

AI-discovered software bugs may trigger more outages, warn cyber experts

Cybersecurity experts say AI is accelerating the discovery and exploitation of software flaws, raising the risk of further disruptions even as it

Stalled housing project, running EMIs: What are homebuyers' legal options?

Buyers must continue loan repayments despite construction delays, but can pursue refunds, compensation or legal action against builders

'Nobody knows truth': Akhilesh dismisses seat-sharing figures amid Cong's demand

Akhilesh Yadav has dismissed rumors regarding the number of seats Congress is requesting for the 2027 elections. Both parties are committed to st

IndusInd Bank posts profit of 1,242 crores in Q2; asset quality improvement and interest income drives growth

The banks bottom line for Q2FY27 was supported by a rise in net interest income, which stood at 4,569 crore as against 4,409 crores a year ago

Bomb threat email names Amitabh Bachchan, Diljit Dosanjh; Mumbai Police probe days after Tiger Shroff firing incident

Mumbai Police are investigating a bomb threat email that reportedly named Amitabh Bachchan's residence, Jalsa, and Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming conc

Rescuers search for survivors after deadly earthquake in Chinas Tibet region

The disaster struck Nagqu, a city north of Tibets capital, Lhasa, which is some 4,800 meters (5,249 yards) above sea level on October 22, 2026

AP Announces Five-Day Schedule For Reservation Process In 23 ULBs

Municipal administration principal secretary S. Suresh Kumar issued GO RT No. 1298 on Friday: Reports

BJP Leader Yasir Jilani Criticizes Congress Over Kerala Kitchen Controversy

Yasir Jilani condemns Congress for its stance on the Kerala kitchen controversy while praising government efforts to repatriate Umrah pilgrims. B

The coming global wealth destruction

Between AI-driven cyber chaos, two wars, and street mayhem, global prosperity is no longer guaranteed

Trump says will talk to Musk if Ukraine's Starlink not fixed

Elon will never do anything wrong. I know him very well, he is a fair person, the U.S. President said

Hyderabads Sarath City Capital Mall Launches 1 Crore Shopping Campaign

The year-long campaign will offer shoppers a chance to win 1 crore in cash, premium cars, bikes and other prizes, alongside weekend activities an

First Russian diesel shipment since 2022 heads to US under Trump-Putin deal

A tanker carrying 40,000 tonnes of Russian diesel is expected to reach New York on November 7, marking the first US import of Russian petroleum p

YTPS New Unit Records 158.7 MW Peak Load

The 800-MW unit is expected to begin commercial operations in November 2026, taking plant capacity to 4,000 MW.

Quality of Indian content has improved drastically, appeals to other cultures as well: JioStar international business chief

JioStar recently tied up with international streaming platform Starz Play to expand into the Middle East and North Africa regions. Last month it

Government to modify labour survey to capture gig economy, unpaid household workers

Periodic Labour Force Survey will include additional questions to measure labour underutilisation

Prahlad Joshi Responds to Kharges Remarks on RSS Marches

Union Minister Prahlad Joshi urges Karnatakas Home Minister Kharge to focus on responsibilities, not politicize RSS marches. Prahlad Joshi Respon

Gurjar Mahasabha flags lack of political representation, seeks greater share in legislatures, institutions

City of pearls now known for mosquitoes: Kavitha promises change

Hyderabad: Telangana Rakshana Sena (TRS) president Kalvakuntla Kavitha said her party will contest all 300 divisions across the three corporation

PM Modi creates two types of citizens - those with voting right, others without it: T'gana CM

A Revanth Reddy has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of trying to create two classes of citizens. He alleges that the Modi government is remo

Weather tomorrow, October 24: IMD forecasts heavy rain in Tamil Nadu, Kerala; check state-wise list

Weather tomorrow 24 October: The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall across several states on October 24, with Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal, K

Strong macro fundamentals, policy interventions to anchor eco against global headwinds: RBI bulletin

Strong macroeconomic fundamentals continue to support the Indian economy against global inflation and trade tensions. Recent geopolitical frictio

RBI tweaks operational risk capital framework for banks

The central bank also clarifies that operational risk losses used for calculating the Internal Loss Multiplier (ILM) will be considered net of re

Zelenskiy says Ukrainian, Russian and US negotiators to meet in early November in Abu Dhabi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has indicated that peace negotiators from Ukraine, Russia, and the US will meet soon. The scheduled discu

Tensions Rise Between Congress and BJP Workers in Karnataka Assembly Elections

Clashes erupted between Congress and BJP workers in Bengaluru and Gadag during the Karnataka Legislative Council elections. Tensions Rise Between

Two workers killed in chloroform vapour leak at pharma unit, TGPCB orders closure

Bharat Petroleums net profit dips amid volatile crude prices in Q2

Bharat Petroleums revenues spurred 29% whilst net profit declined 22.5% on a year-over-year basis in Q2

Anand Mahindra recommends Old Delhis Chor Bizarre, inspired by Mumbais Chor Bazaar, for authentic Kashmiri cuisine; discloses financial interest in owner Rohit Khattars company and reveals a family connection

Anand Mahindra news: Rohit Khattar established his renowned restaurant Chor Bizarre in Old Delhi, offering a unique dining experience. Chef Shiva

Jihadist vipers: VHP seeks expulsion over graffiti at Jamia

New Delhi: The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Friday, October 23, reacted sharply to controversial graffiti on Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) walls a

Tamil Nadu: ECI Meet Flops As Parties Boycott

Only three of the 13 recognised political parties invited to the meeting took part in the deliberations causing an impasse: Reports

LAC Situation Disturbed When Chinese Troops Diverge From Patrolling Patterns, Says MEA Amid Arunachal Pradesh Face-Off Reports

India stated on Friday that the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) becomes disturbed whenever Chinese troops diverge from establish

Tata Motors reports Q2 net of 1,257 crore, Iveco acquisition on track

India Achieves Historic Milestone at 2026 Asian Para Games with Record 114 Medals

Indian athletes shine at the 2026 Asian Para Games, setting a record with 114 medals, including 30 golds. India Achieves Historic Milestone at 20

BPCL Q2 net profit falls 21.5% to 4,863 crore on weak marketing margins

BPCL's Q2 FY27 net profit fell 21.5% YoY to 4,863 crore as weak marketing margins weighed on earnings, even as revenue rose 30% and refinery thro

Students, farmers, civil society groups continue to protest against SIR, CEC

Hundreds take to the streets as Yogendra Yadav, Annie Raja, and farmers groups join protest; police say 20 detained, one FIR resgistered

Badshah, Bandar, Bazaar: A counter-narrative to India's 'Islamic dark age'

The book acts as a counter-archive against the colonial myth, still stubbornly alive, of an Islamic dark age liberated by the British

When Sustainability Finds Its Feet: The Neemans Story

As Indian consumers look beyond style to comfort, durability and responsible materials, Hyderabad-born Neemans is building its identity around ev

UTI AMC net up 17% to 132 crore

Income was down marginally at 415 crore (419 crore)

Fishermen, Aqua Farmers Advised to Remain Alert as Cyclone Threat Looms

Nellore district collector Himanshu Shukla urged fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea and advised aqua farmers to safeguard ponds amid the t

Spike protein was designed to kill': McCullough's chilling COVID vax claim stuns Allison Inquiry

Spike protein was designed to kill': McCullough's chilling COVID vax claim stuns Allison Inquiry

Mana Estates projects 3,000 crore sales this fiscal, 10 mn sq ft pipeline in two years

The developer will continue to focus on mid-premium housing, with homes priced between 1.25 crore and 2 crore accounting for 7580 per cent of its

El Nino-induced water and power crisis likely to persist until July: Revanth

CM asks people to save water and power; special employment guarantee scheme after Sankranti, says people should adapt to the situation as they di

ECI row: RTI reveals Cabinet Secretariat did not act on ECs complaints | Above the Fold | Oct 23, 2026

An RTI reply reveals how the Cabinet Secretariat handled complaints by two Election Commissioners over senior official Maneesh Gargs administrati