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Keralam Devaswom Minister Flags Gaps in Sabarimala Pilgrimage Preparations

After the review meeting, the CM said that all arrangements related to temple rituals and prasadam were under the control of the Devaswom Board

Indian Cuisine Shines at NYC Wine & Food Festivals Flavours of Bollywood

Top Indian chefs Maneet Chauhan and Vijaya Kumar lead a sold-out culinary showcase celebrating Indias diverse regional flavours and rich food her

Samastha AP Aboobacker Faction Slams Keralam Govt Over Waqf Board Reconstitution

It accused the government of going back on its assurance to provide due representation to Samastha in the reconstitution of bodies such as the Wa

Massive Turnout Expected at India Block Rally, Claims Congress Leader Atul Londhe Patil

Atul Londhe Patil predicts 1.5 million attendees at the India Block rally, citing threats to democracy and constitutional integrity. Massive Turn

Thousands take part in Mangaluru Dasara Marathon

The marathon was organised by the Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha Temple as part of Mangaluru Dasara celebrations

Pakistan Responds to Afghan Fire, Claims Multiple Afghan Soldiers Killed

Pakistan has launched a counterattack after Afghan forces fired across the border, resulting in reported Afghan military casualties. Pakistan Res

You cant die like this: Indian pilot Machchhar recounts cockpit attack, fight to survive in flydubai flight

The incident occurred on September 30 aboard the Dubai flight FZ1073, a Boeing 737 travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv with more than 170 people on

Bengaluru college accused of locking students over Dasara holidays

Bengaluru: Parents have accused Presidency PU College on Kogilu Road of mistreating students who sought Dasara holidays, alleging that they were

19 out of 59 ghee tested unsafe for human consumption: Delhi govt.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that compromising on food quality or endangering peoples health through adulteration is unacceptable under any ci

Harish Rao seeks rollback of bus fare hikes during festivals

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi MLA T Harish Rao on Sunday, October 18, sought a rollback of fare hikes for special buses during festivals in T

BJP leader Braj Mohan Ram takes oath as Odisha governor

Braj Mohan Ram was sworn in as the 28th Governor of Odisha during a ceremony at Lok Bhavan. The oath of office was administered by Chief Justice

India's cuisine, culinary diversity & Bollywood take centre stage at New York City's biggest food festival

The NYC Wine and Food Festival recently featured an event highlighting Indian cuisine with renowned chefs. Maneet Chauhan and Chef Vijaya Kumar h

Saudi-Led Coalition Helicopter Crash Claims Two Lives in Najran

A Saudi-led coalition helicopter crashed in Najran, resulting in the deaths of two crew members amid ongoing conflict with Houthi rebels. Saudi-L

Kerala HC temporarily halts further construction at beach near Vizhinjam by VISL

A bench of the Kerala HC says there is ambiguity with regard to the work being carried out by Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL) and Adan

Kolkata MP Expresses Condolences Amid Durga Puja Tragedy, Government Offers Support to Victims Families

Kolkata MP Jyotirmoy Singh Mahto expresses sorrow over Durga Puja tragedy, assuring government support and compensation for victims families. Kol

Taiwan in the crosshairs? US Army unveils new strategy to counter China

The US Army is implementing a novel operational strategy aimed at addressing possible conflict scenarios with China. This strategy prioritizes lo

Three of family killed as SUV crashes into lorry near Vikravandi

While Thangabai, John Britto and Evangeline died during treatment, Rajkumar, his wife Latha Christy, 30, and their elder daughter, Jessihena, 10,

Yadgir Court Rejects Bail Pleas of Six Accused in Sexual Assault Case

The 1st Additional District and Sessions Court in Yadgir has rejected the bail applications filed by six accused, including a Government Railway

Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: Police detain 12, CM vows strict action, HM Amit Shah visits victims

Authorities have detained several people over a deadly stampede in India's eastern city of Kolkata, after the state vowed strict action.

Government Caps Trade Margins on Cancer Drugs to Make Treatments More Affordable

The Indian government has limited trade margins on cancer medications, potentially reducing prices by up to 70% for patients. Government Caps Tra

Kolkata pandal stampede: At least seven persons arrested in connection with the Chorebagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja Pandal

Kolkata pandal stampede: Authorities arrested several individuals connected to the stampede at Chorebagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal. The incid

Russian military satellite stalks U.S. radar satellite in orbit

Russias Cosmos-2612 satellite has changed its orbit repeatedly to approach ICEYE-X36, a commercial radar-imaging satellite registered in the U.S.

Karnataka Brings Physical RTI Under Sakala, Expands Online Access

The registration of physical RTI applications has been notified as a guaranteed service under the Karnataka Sakala Services Act, 2011, according

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh To Represent India At SCO Council Of Heads Of Government Meeting In Tajikistan

Watch: Amit Shah visits Kalighat Temple in Kolkata, West Bengal

Jamia Millia Islamia students entered the campus amid police detentions, demanding restoration of the students union after the administration sea

Opposition parties protest Dushyant Gautams appointment as Sikkim Governor

They demand his recall until the Central Bureau of Investigation completes its probe into the September 2022 Ankita Bhandari murder case

B. Madhusoodana Kurup passes away

NTPC to begin feasibility studies in more States for nuclear programme

NTPC is targeting to set up 30 GW of nuclear projects in the country to contribute to the government's ambitious 100 GW nuclear capacity target b

Heavy Rain Forecast for 17 Districts in Tamil Nadu, NDRF Team Deployed to Chennai

Heavy rainfall is expected in Tamil Nadus 17 districts, prompting NDRF deployment in Chennai as flooding concerns rise. Heavy Rain Forecast for 1

GCC sets up 220 relief centres, 110 kitchens for monsoon

The GCC said storm-water drain works had been expedited and largely completed

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Sudden rain, mismanagement, confusing announcements: Police explain what caused the Kolkata Durga Puja tragedy

What happened at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata on Saturday was tragic. The incident left as many as 19 persons dead and many o

Indias batters have to be wary of the bounce in NZ: Rachin

The southpaw will miss the T20I series due to a freak shoulder injury, but will be back for the first three ODIs before turning his attention to

Karan Johar recalls Akshaye Khanna bullying him:

Mumbai: It might be hard to believe, but one of most celebrated filmmakers of his time, Karan Johar, used to be bullied by actor Akshaye Khanna d

Pandal will collapse: Announcement that may have triggered Kolkata stampede; watch

A stampede occurred at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal, leading to 19 fatalities and multiple injuries. Panic ensued after a warning announced th

1 dead, 12 injured as Telangana college fest turns tragic, lighting stand falls on students during Dandiya

A student was killed, and at least 12 others were injured after a massive lighting stand collapsed during a Dandiya celebration at MVSR Engineeri

Tamil Nadu Prepares for Karthigai Deepam Festival, Expects Over 5 Million Devotees

The Karthigai Deepam festival in Tiruvannamalai is set to welcome over 5 million devotees, with extensive preparations underway for safety and tr

Gavaskar says Hardik Pandya irreplaceable, India should stop looking for like-for-like replacement

Sunil Gavaskar emphasized the need for India to strengthen their bowling attack in the recent T20 series. He highlighted that Hardik Pandya is ir

CJI Surya Kant to inaugurate Ladakh's first permanent High Court Bench in Leh

Ladakh Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra said the move was significant as it would bring justice closer to the people of the Union Territory

FPIs pull out 52,100 crore from equities in Oct so far amid global headwinds

The latest outflow follows a net withdrawal of 35,861 crore in September. FPIs had invested 20,200 crore in Indian equities in July and 29,631 cr

Author Chetan Bhagat, NDTV's Rahul Kanwal Discuss Balanced Journalism, AI

NDTV Editor-in-Chief and CEO Rahul Kanwal said news organisations should not claim to be completely neutral or unbiased, as every person has thei

Looting reported at stores in Paris, Lille amid massive unrest in France

A Season Of Anger: Protests In Many Nations Around The Same Time

France and Albania at the moment face the most serious challenges to their policies from wave after wave of protesters

Policing is a must at this key junction in Mylapore

Saudi helicopter crash near Yemen border kills 2; Houthis claim Apache takedown

Two crew members died after a Saudi AH-6i helicopter crashed in the Najran region near the Yemen border due to a technical malfunction, the Saudi

Rakhi Sawant Faces Non-Bailable Warrant In 2010 Suicide Case

The case relates to Laxman Ahirwar, a resident of Jhansi, who allegedly committed suicide in 2010, after being humiliated by remarks made by Sawa

Air India, Air India Express Suspend Flights To Jeddah, Riyadh

Air India and Air India Express have extended flight suspensions to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until October 24.

Remove silt from lakes in southern suburbs of Chennai

Residents hope these waterbodies are also cleared of water hyacinth

Shreyas Iyer Says Better Bowling Could Have Changed Indias T20I Series Result Against West Indies

India captain Shreyas Iyer says better bowling in the second and fourth T20Is could have changed the series result against West Indies, which end

FPIs pull out 52,100 cr from equities in Oct so far amid global headwinds

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have withdrawn Rs 52,100 crore from Indian equities in October so far, as elevated crude oil prices, higher US

Historic Limoges city hall goes up in flames amid nationwide protests in France

36 vehicles every minute: Festive rush pushes Panthangi toll traffic to 52,000 in a day

Vehicle crossings on the HyderabadVijayawada highway surge by over 40% in ten days as holiday travellers face long queues and traffic bottlenecks

AIADMK Rebels Boycott Founding Day Celebrations Despite Invite to Meet EPS

Palaniswami who garlanded the statues of party founder MGR and his successor J. Jayalalithaa asserted that the party would overcome the challenge

Student Leaders Question Venue Restrictions for Congress Rally in Delhi

NSUI president and student leaders raise concerns over venue restrictions for Congress rally in Delhi, calling for democratic protest rights. Stu

QNET promoter arrested at Delhi airport in Rs 10000 cr scam

Hyderabad: QNET promoter Dig Vijay Singh was arrested at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi on Saturday, October 17. Singh wa

UP court sentences man to life imprisonment in murder case

Muzaffarnagar: A court in Uttar Pradeshs Shamli district has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for murdering a local after he objected to the

Karnataka expands offline RTI services through Sakala, Gram One centres

The facility is aimed at helping people who lack access to computers or are unfamiliar with using the internet.

Mayawati says Bahujan community has high hopes from Akash Anand

Lucknow: BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday, October 18, said Akash Anand has been displaying maturity and prioritising the party over family following

Ayan Lochab emerges as top buy at Rs 17.4 lakh in Kabaddi Champions League Season 2 auction

Ayan Lochab was the top buy at the KCL Season 2 auction, joining Jhajjar Jaguars for Rs 17.4 lakh. Bharat Hooda and Naveen Goyat also secured hig

Kangana Ranaut Advocates for Strong Leadership Amidst Political Turmoil

Kangana Ranaut emphasizes the need for strong leadership in India while attending a cultural event in Raipur during the Navratri festival. Kangan

Formula 1 has a great fanbase in India, it has to come here, says Finnish great Mika Hakkinen

Two-time Formula One world champion Mika Hakkinen believes India deserves a return to the F1 calendar, citing the country's huge fan base and bus

TVK=DMK: Joseph Vijay Govt Releases Coimbatore Blast Islamist Terrorists On Parole

Five convicts serving life sentences at Coimbatore Central Prison in connection with the 1998 Coimbatore serial bomb blasts have been granted 60

Crypto devices built to foil hackers may have come with spies inside

Malaysian retailer CryptoBilis, a reseller of hardware crypto wallets, has become a focal point of an investigation into thefts from devices mean

Murugan Returns to Chennai, to Work Like Cadre to Strengthen BJP

Murugan said he wanted to work closely with Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran to strengthen the party organisation at the grassroots-lev

Delhi BJP President Malhotra Criticizes Kejriwal Over Yamuna Pollution During Cleanup Drive

Delhi BJP chief Harsh Malhotra participates in a cleanup drive, criticizing Kejriwals government for failing to address Yamuna pollution. Delhi B

Woman Drives Truck Through Football Game In US, Kills 2 And Injures 11

Police Chief Joe Sullivan said that immediately after the incident, and before first responders arrived at the scene, people sprang into action.

Fire at Athani supermarket results in property damage; no casualties

The accidental fire was started by a short circuit, police said. There was no one present in the shop when the fire broke out

Fire at Athani supermarket results in property damage; no casualties

The accidental fire was started by a short circuit, police said. There was no one present in the shop when the fire broke out

German police investigate fence breach at Leipzig airport

German police said on Sunday that they were investigating a breach at the Leipzig/Halle airport where a vehicle appeared to have driven through a

Massive difference between words and actions: Ex-cricketers on Jadejas snub

Aakash Chopra is voicing his concerns about the absence of Ravindra Jadeja from India's ODI series against New Zealand, suggesting a preference f

How institutions in T.N. keep mental health awareness alive all year

World Mental Health Day (October 10) just got over with rallies, dialogues and new initiatives. Here are some examples of how institutions keep t

How institutions in T.N. keep mental health awareness alive all year

World Mental Health Day (October 10) just got over with rallies, dialogues and new initiatives. Here are some examples of how institutions keep t

Hyderabad schools spoil students

Hyderabad: Several schools in Hyderabad have given students hefty homework to complete during the Dasara holidays. The homework has turned the va

Iran FM says ready for US dialogue, if given credible guarantees

Tehran: Irans Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that his country will not surrender its sovereign rights under pressure, but remains rea

Trump Defends Military Action Against Iran, Citing Nuclear Threats

At a rally, Trump asserts military action against Iran was vital to eliminate nuclear threats and ensure U.S. security. Trump Defends Military Ac

Indian refiners' fuel exports to the West jump 43% as they keep processing Russian crude

Reliance Industries Ltd's Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat supplied six of the seven cargoes unloaded at EU ports that month, despite the bloc's ban

Jamnagar Refinery Ships Six of Seven Russian Crude-Linked Cargoes to EU

Refineries in India, Trkiye and Brunei shipped 1 billion worth of oil products to sanctioning countries in September, up 43% from August, despite

Indian refiners' fuel exports to West rise 43% amid Russian crude use

Refineries in India and two other countries that run on Russian crude shipped 1 billion euros (USD 1.2 billion) of oil products to sanctioning co

Side Hustle Grows Steadily: $500 yard games fund Little Party Co.; she keeps corporate job

Dasara festival: Special trains between Arsikere and Mysuru

The trains will stop at Habanghatta, Bageshapura, Hassan, Mavinkere, Holenarsipur, Annechakanahalli, Sravanur, Mandagere, Birahalli, Akkihebbalu,

Tragic Accident in Gwalior Claims Two More Lives, Death Toll Rises to 14

A tragic accident in Gwalior has increased the death toll to 14, with over 25 people hospitalized following a truck collision. Tragic Accident in

Vietnam signs free-trade pact with European countries including Norway, Switzerland

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Indias fuel exports to West jump 43%

Chemical signatures could help detect diseases early, but accuracy and access remain challenges

Tests that can detect changes in proteins and other molecules in the body could help doctors identify diseases such as Alzheimers earlier. Howeve

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami pays respects to music director Deva

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Rain, narrow exits, false alert: What led to Kolkata Puja pandal stampede?

Police say inadequate crowd control, narrow entry and exit gates and a misleading announcement may have triggered panic at the Chorbagan pandal,

Amit Shah Meets Injured in Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Stampede

The Union Home Minister visited the hospital where 14 injured people were being treated after a stampede at a north Kolkata pandal claimed 19 liv

New Melsanthis selected for Sabarimala, Malikappuram temples

The two priests were chosen through a draw of lots on October 18 from panels shortlisted by the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB)

Delhi Launches Chalo Yamuna Cleanliness Drive to Revive Rivers Health

Delhis Chief Minister urges public participation in Chalo Yamuna campaign aimed at cleaning the Yamuna River. Delhi Launches Chalo Yamuna Cleanli

The Crypto devices built to foil hackers came with spies inside

In Malaysia, CryptoBilis faces an investigation after numerous customers experienced thefts from hardware wallets. Reports from Ledger SAS link t