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CEC protest: Dipke set to lead Shivaji Park agitation

Mumbai: Security was tightened around Shivaji Park on Friday, October 2, as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) organised a protest demanding the res

Soccer-Brazil bask in festive welcome in Kolkata ahead of India friendly

Brazil received a warm welcome from fans in Kolkata

'He felt Raja ki chhutti karni chahiye': Warring targets Sachin Pilot after quitting as Punjab Congress chief

Congress leader Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Fridayindicated that newly appointed Punjab in-charge Sachin Pilot may have played a role in his

Ayushmann Khurrana's Udta Teer postponed after Drishyam 3 release; know when it hits theatres

Ayushmann Khurrana's upcoming film Udta Teer has been postponed following the release of Ajay Devgns Drishyam 3. The film, which was earlier sche

Standard Chartered sees ECB hiking rates in December

Standard Chartered expects the European Central Bank to raise its deposit rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% at its December meeting, reversing its

PFRDA aims for universal pension coverage for workforce by 2047, focusing on non-government sector

Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) aims to bring every individual in the workforce under the National Pension System (NPS)

Keralam Chief Minister promises separate housing scheme for SC/ST families

Welfare of SC/ST communities will no longer be treated as a mere ritualistic exercise, says Satheesan while inaugurating the State-level observan

Hungary welcomes Ukraine's bill strengthening Hungarian minority rights

Hungary welcomed on Friday Ukraine's move to submit draft legislation to parliament that strengthens the education rights of its ethnic Hungarian

Govt absorbing up to Rs 2,700 per urea bag as global costs rise to Rs 3,000: Sitharaman

The Centre has been absorbing a subsidy of around Rs 2,700 on every bag of urea when global costs have risen as high as Rs 3,000, keeping the pri

Polish city reopens Cold War shelter as Russian attacks in Ukraine intensify

The Polish city of Lublin has revived a Cold War-era air raid shelter as Russia steps up attacks in Ukraine, with one symbolic change reflecting

Watch: PM Modi speaks to flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchaar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, who was injured after a mid-air attack during a flight to Tel Aviv.

Anbil Avan movie review: We appreciate that you tried

Honestly, the audience seems to want Preity Mukhundhan and Ashok Selvan, a beautiful-looking couple, to succeed in Anbil Avan. Yet this romance-t

What is the Gem Granites Veeramani POCSO Act case all about? | Explained

Veeramani had rented a bungalow at Teynampet in Chennai. Over a period of years, multiple minor girls were taken to the house where they were all

Public doubts need to be clarified: BRS leader V Srinivas Goud raises questions over Election Commission's independence

Amid the protest by opposition parties at Jantar Mantar against the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), BRS leader V Srinivas Goud on Friday raise

Impure movie review: A sharp social satire disguised as a coming-of-age tale

The English-Telugu film is a Jane Austen-esque take on the evolution of its protagonists two female cousins and their common male friend

Rallying-Evans trails title rivals after first loop of stages in Sardinia

World Rally Championship leader Elfyn Evans trailed

Sharad Pawar Demands Full Loan Waiver for Farmers Amid Maharashtra Drought Crisis

Sharad Pawar visits drought-affected areas in Pune, urging the government to waive farmers loans and provide immediate relief measures. Sharad Pa

ACC president Mohsin Naqvi to miss India-Pakistan Asian Games final

Asian Cricket Council President Mohsin Naqvi will not attend the Asian Games gold medal contest between India and Pakistan. Naqvi is the head of

She said I'll definitely bring back gold: Parveen Hooda

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Euro zone bond yields diverge, while inflation in the bloc jumps

A brutal selloff

Tamil Nadu: CM Vijay plays bus conductor as free travel for women gets expanded | WATCH

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay turned himself into a bus conductor on Friday, as he was seen handing zero-fare tickets to women passeng

Consider me a son of Andhra: Anant Ambani at foundation stone-laying ceremony of Rayalaseema Horticulture Hub

Reaffirming his commitment to the growth and development of Andhra Pradesh, Reliance Industries Executive Director Anant Ambani on Friday struck

GLOBAL MARKETS-Global shares gain, bonds supported as oil drops ahead of US jobs data

Global shares rose on Friday as wild

PM Modi speaks to Captain Smit Machchhar after flydubai cockpit attack

Captain Machchhar spoke to the Prime Minister about his experience and what gave him the courage to respond during the incident. PM Modi praised

I am a TV actor, fought for it for 30 years: Rohit Roy addresses backlash on his dustbin medium remark for TV

By Palash Srivastava Actor Rohit Roy addressed the backlash over his alleged controversial

Jebi Mather supports Adoor Prakash, renews call for KPCC executive committee meeting

Adoor Prakash is a very senior leader who has every right to express his views about having to learn of important matters through media. What he

Telangana | Release of two DA instalments to delay implementation of revised pay scales?

Given the stress on finances, Telangana government is unlikely to take a call on the implementation of the PRC recommendations in the near future

Tragic Drowning Incident Claims Lives of Four Girls During Jitiya Festival in Bihar

Four girls drowned in a pond during the Jitiya festival in East Champaran, Bihar, leading to calls for safety measures in the area. Tragic Drowni

Soccer-Man City appeal Premier League financial ruling

Manchester City have filed an appeal against an independent

IIT Bombay student begin hunger strike demanding accountability over student Sahil Wakodes death

Protesting students submitted an 18-point charter of demands, including the resignation of the institutes director, after the parents of the seco

U.S.-China: A new superpower dtente? | In Focus podcast

Stanly Johny speaks to us about what Trump and Xi Jinping achieved at their summit, the U.S. approach to Taiwan, and what the evolving U.S.-China

Genuine voters deleted in Vizianagaram under SIR, alleges Jana Chaitanya Vedika

The organisations State president wants local body polls held only after a proper revision of the rolls, and accuses the YSRCP of staying silent

INDIA bloc coming together in remarkable manner, 2029 Lok Sabha polls will be different story: Salman Khurshid

Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid highlighted the recent meeting of the INDIA bloc, noting their remarkable unity and collaborative spirit.

Shriram Properties turns to robots as labour shortage bites

The company has a pipeline of 41 projects with an aggregate development potential of around 34 million sq ft (msf), including 16 msf of ongoing p

Baleshwar Cow Slaughter and Meat Trafficking Racket Busted; 8 Detained

High tension arose in Baleswars Oupada area on Gandhi Jayanti after residents discovered an alleged cow slaughter and meat trafficking ring near

Telangana to convene all party meet to discuss rainfall deficit

Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Thursday, October 1, decided to convene an all-party meeting to discuss ways to deal with the situation ar

Government Boosts Support for Agriculture and Rural Livelihoods, Says Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights government initiatives to strengthen rural livelihoods and agriculture during a recent event. Gove

Thella Kaagitham movie review: This cautionary take on adolescent love needed more nuance

Impressive performances, music and cinematography lend respectability to the Ramesh Bandreddi-directed Telugu film, which has its fair share of p

Northern Ireland announces new driving licence laws for young drivers: All you need to know about GDL scheme

A new graduated driver licensing scheme will be rolled out in Northern Ireland on October 1, 2026. This initiative mandates a six-month learning

Pi 1.0: A.I. Agent From Austria

Set Trending Topics as a preferred source on Google. Earendil, the A.I. company of Austrian developer Armin Ronacher, has just released Pi 1.0. T

Naseeruddin Shah Reaches Mumbai Protest As Crowds Gather; Ashutosh Ranka Urges Mumbaikars To Join Against CEC

CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has urged Mumbaikars to join its October 2 protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation and accountability.

France plans trials of AI-powered 'wingmen' for Rafale jets by 2028

The initiative is part of a broader effort to develop crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities and prepare the French Air Force for future combat env

Rosetta Hospitality lines up 650 cr for Sakleshpur, Goa, Kallepura expansion

Corporate conferencing has emerged as Rosettas biggest segment after leisure, accounting for nearly 100 days of the year

Safety Was Always Captain Smit Machchhar's Top Priority, Recounts Podcaster Zalak Mehta

Captain Smit Machchhar's calm demeanour was a striking personality trait that podcaster Zalak Mehta remembered distinctly from the 2025 interview

Amarinder Singh Raja Wading Resigns as Punjab Congress Chief, Citing Pressure Awareness

Amarinder Singh Raja Wading resigns from Punjab Congress, stating he acted to avoid pressuring party leadership. Amarinder Singh Raja Wading Resi

Relief reaches 720 flood-hit families in Srikakulams Burja mandal; Allina causeway repaired

Rice and essentials are distributed in five villages where floods damaged crops on over 3,000 acres; the MARKFED Director asks the government to

PM Mementos E-Auction Extended Till October 31

The 30 mementos include nine photo frames, nine mementos, and six idols, sculptures and statues

AP Students Enter World Book of Records for Waste Collection Drive

Minister Nara Lokesh congratulates AP students for the World Book of Records with the Swachh Pathashala waste collection drive.

Omani Pilot Who Tried To Crash Plane Didn't Have Dual Citizenship: Report

The report puts to rest the questions regarding the pilot's possession of dual citizenship that would have justified his assignment to an Israel-

Deputy CM Keshav Maurya Predicts NDA Victory in 2027 UP Elections

Keshav Maurya claims the NDA will win the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections, leaving the Samajwadi Party with no option but to retreat to Saifai. Depu

OPINION | Incredible, unthinkable, a miracle: Captain Smit brings glory to India!

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today spoke to brave Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, undergoing treatment in a hospital. The live video talk wa

'Flying Is Like His Wife': Captain Smit Machchhar's Father To NDTV

The hero pilot, who saved 174 flydubai passengers from almost certain death by fighting off an axe attack by his co-pilot inside the cockpit, is

Landslide Hits Fuel Station As Hillside Collapses Near Assam-Meghalaya Border

A huge mass of earth, rocks and debris came crashing down and spread across the fuel station premises, covering nearly half the area.

Astroguide for Saturday, October 3, 2026

Tithi: Bhadrapada Bahula Saptami till 7.59 am and Bhadrapada Bahula Ashtami till 5.51 am (Sunday)

Dino Morea questioned by Mumbai Police for over 2 hours in Mithi River desilting scam

Actor Dino Morea reached the Mumbai Police Commissioner's Office on Friday, October 2, to join the investigation into the alleged Mithi River des

'Terrorist act': UAE official on flydubai attack, praises India pilot Smit Machchhar

Devendra Fadnavis Launches Dharavi Experience Centre Near BKC In Mumbai

He said that this serves as an ideal example of the urban transformation taking place across the country under the leadership of Prime Minister N

Two Suspected Pakistani Intruders Shot Dead in Punjab

JALANDHAR, Oct 2: The Border Security Force (BSF) shot dead two suspected Pakistani intruders along the International Border in Punjabs Tarn Tara

School Holidays In October: Delhi Schools To Remain Closed On These Days

School Holidays In October 2026: According to the Delhi Directorate of Education's circular on holidays for 2026, several holidays fall in Octobe

Odisha Chief Minister Honors Gandhi and Shastri on Their Birth Anniversaries

Odishas Chief Minister Mohan Majhi pays tribute to Gandhi and Shastri, highlighting their enduring legacy and contributions to the nation. Odisha

Tollywood Divas Attracted by Challenging Roles Over Glam

Bhagyashree Borse, who has been making her presence felt with films such as Kaantha and Lenin, recently shared a photograph with Malayalam supers

Sigma movie review: Sundeep Kishan anchors Jason Sanjays debut that plays too safe

Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah lead debut director Jason Sanjays heist-action drama, which has some interesting ideas but ultimately struggles

Two suspected Pakistani intruders shot dead as BSF foils infiltration bid

Two suspected Pakistani intruders were shot dead after BSF troops foiled an alleged infiltration attempt along the India-Pakistan International B

Telangana Tops State Rankings in Data Centre Policy Attractiveness: S&P Global

Gujarat has established the most lucrative electricity and ease of doing business measures focused on drawing hyperscalers

VD Satheesan Consults BJP, RSS on Govt Decisions: MV Govindan

Responding to Adoor Prakash's recent remarks that government decisions were being taken without consulting alliance partners, Govindan said the U

Telangana launches RTC bus-Hyderabad Metro common pass

Hyderabad: Integrating public transport services, the Telangana government on Friday, October 2, launched a common pass for TGSRTC buses and Hyde

Vande Bharat Express Sets New Milestone With First 100 Kmph Run Across Chenab, Anji Bridges In J&K

Sejal Group Chairman Mr. Amrrut Shavajibhai Gada Conferred with Atal Udyog Award for Entrepreneurship 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 2: Mr. Amrrut Shavajibhai Gada, Chairman, Sejal Group, has been honoured with the Atal Udyog Award for Entr

Deepak Kumar arrested in Kotdwar over alleged assault, threats to businessman

From a viral confrontation in January to a fresh police case in October this is the story of Kotdwars Deepak Kumar, popularly known as Mohammad

Zoho launches business version of messaging app Arattai

Zoho has also launched the Arattai Business Platform to integrate business software and automation systems with Arattai

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta Launches Cleanliness Drive in Azadpur

CM Rekha Gupta leads a cleanliness campaign in Azadpur, urging citizens to contribute to a cleaner Delhi as part of the Seva Mera Yogdaan initiat

Film Fraternity and Leaders Salute Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar for Averting Disaster

Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar is being hailed as a national hero after bravely overcoming an alleged cockpit attack by his co-pilot over Sa

World shares mixed after global bond sell-off deepens, ahead of U.S. jobs data

Oil prices declined even as the U.S. sent another aircraft carrier and more troops to the West Asia, and as President Donald Trump threatened mor

Digger movie review: Alejandro G. Irritu or: How Tom Cruise Learned to Stop Running and Love the Bit

You cant handle the truth to Irritus spectacularly self-conscious apocalypse a maximalist fever dream and grandiose Russian doll of cinematic se

BJP sought scrutiny not deletion of voters: Karnataka MLA

He alleged that a large number of Bangladeshis and Rohingyas in Belagavi were illegally included as voters at the instance of local Congress lead

West Bengals Keventer, Saroj Poddar groups launch 400-cr real estate debt fund

Fund to focus on projects in Delhi-NCR and West Bengal

Sebi penalises SMC Global Securities for compliance lapses

The market watchdog found that SMC Global Securities had not maintained appropriate pre-order placement records for certain clients and could not

Hyderabad Devotee Donates Rs.1.02 Crore to TTD's SV Pranadana Trust

N Ashok Kumar donated the amount to the trust and handed over the cheque to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams chairman BR Naidu in Hyderabad

Booth-less toll fee collection at Tamil Nadus Paranur: how does the multi-lane free flow system work?

The advanced contactless and barrierless tolling system eliminates the need for vehicles to stop at toll plazas

Tourist Arrivals in Nepal Surge Despite September Floods

Nepal sees a 12.1% increase in foreign tourists in September, despite devastating floods affecting the region. Tourist Arrivals in Nepal Surge De

iPhone 17 Pro for Rs 80,143 on Flipkart? Heres how offers bring down the Rs 1.34 lakh price

The iPhone 17 Pro 256GB is available on Flipkart at an effective price of Rs 80,143 when the maximum exchange value and applicable bank discount

Amarinder Singh Raja Warring resigns as Congress Punjab chief, hands resignation to Rahul Gandhi

Mr. Warring, who headed the State unit for more than four years, stepped down ahead of Assembly polls in Punjab due early next year, amid long-st

EC row: Over 700 detained as Opposition and student groups protest in Delhi

The protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar and several nearby locations, with police saying permission had not been granted for the proposed demons

KP Group plans 4,000 crore Sun Drops Energia IPO as storage becomes core growth bet

Proposed listing expected in 10-12 months would give the renewable-energy group a fourth public-market platform as it targets 10 GW each of owned

International organisations form alliance for diabetic foot survival and limb preservation

The alliance aims to address gaps in prevention, early detection, timely referral, multidisciplinary care and post-amputation rehabilitation

Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed more than 4,000 as health workers protest delayed payment

Congo's Ebola outbreak has resulted in more than 4,000 deaths amid ongoing struggles to contain the virus. Health workers in Bunia protested for

Mamata Blames CEC for TMC Defeat, Accuses BJP Govt of Creating Restive Bengal

Terming CEC Kumar a 'daku' (dacoit), Banerjee demanded his immediate removal from the post.

Exciting Job Opportunities in Bilaspur: Walk-In Interviews for 13 Positions on October 9

CMHO Bilaspur announces vacancies for 13 positions, including dentist and physiotherapist, with walk-in interviews scheduled for October 9. Excit

France rocked by protests as nearly 400 schools close amid student-police clashes

Yuzvendra Chahal Announces Retirement From First-Class Cricket

Chahal, who has played 72 ODIs and 80 T20Is for India, never fully realised his red-ball potential and played 49 first-class game in which he pic