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Trump claims Iran behind flydubai attack

Washington: US President Donald Trump said that he personally believes Iran was responsible for the attempted attack on a FlyDubai flight, even a

Voting begins in Bengal bypolls to Nandigram, Rejinagar seats

Kolkata: Polling began Tuesday, October 6, at 7 am for by-elections in the Nandigram and Rejinagar assembly constituencies in West Bengal amid ti

US launches sweeping citizenship crackdown

Washington: The Trump administration has launched what it calls the largest denaturalisation effort in modern US history, moving to strip 40 natu

Test for BJP in Bengal, TVK in TN; bypolls in 5 assembly constituencies, 1 LS seat begins

Voting commenced at 7 am for multiple by-elections across West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry on Tuesday. In West Bengal, significant contests inc

Security tightened at EC office ahead of INDIA bloc SIR protest

New Delhi: Security arrangements were heightened around the Election Commission headquarters in New Delhi on Tuesday, October 6, in view of the I

Accenture CEO rejects concerns that AI is a threat to the companys business model

Accenture's CEO Julie Sweet shared insights on significant advancements in artificial intelligence impacting the company. Over 400 clients have s

Amitabh Bachchan Says He Has to Run to the Bed Amid KBC Shoot

The actor is currently seen hosting 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', the Hindi version of the British quiz show 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?'

Missed IIT by 0.01, rejected by MIT: Meet Perplexitys Aravind Srinivas

Aravind Srinivas overcame significant educational hurdles after failing to meet the cut-off at IIT Madras. Taking charge of his learning, he self

VC funding dips in September despite big deals; More voices join the lineup at TechSparks 2026

Venture capital funding into Indian startups saw an 8.3% year-on-year dip in September, despite four $100 million deals. However, there were some

UN Largely Irrelevant to Major Global Issues: EAM Jaishankar

Jaishankar also said some countries were resisting reform of the UN while invoking Africa's interests, despite what he described as a clear Afric

Pete and Jim, this should absolutely ensure your election, I guarantee you that

In response to rising diesel prices, US President Donald Trump has enacted an executive order designed to alleviate financial pressures across mu

U.S. envoy holds rare meeting with Sudans top general in push to seek end to fighting

The rare meeting between Massad Boulos and Abdel-Fattah Burhan comes as the U.S., Egypt and other intermediaries seek to renew pressure on the wa

Jane Street denies market manipulation charges, questions SEBIs renewed investigation

The Wall Street firm is seeking further information on the investigation as its appeal against SEBIs action continues before the tribunal

Houthis target Aramco refinery, Saudi capital airport as Mecca defence pact activated

Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's infrastructure. The reported strikes inc

Russia quarantines Siberia hospital after plague lab worker dies of unknown pneumonia

Russian authorities have implemented a quarantine at a hospital where a lab technician died from pneumonia. The woman had worked at the Irkutsk A

All three Indians safe after commercial vessel attacked in Black Sea; 2 foreign nationals killed

A commercial vessel named MV ROYAD MAMMADOV was attacked in the Black Sea, resulting in casualties. Three Indian nationals were among the crew me

'It's a rough disease...': Trump offers US support to Russia after death at Siberia plague institute

US warns foreign financial institutions not to do business with Iran

On October 5, 2026, the US Treasury issued a warning to foreign financial institutions regarding transactions with Iran. It stated that such acti

Air India, Express may share key teams in cost-cutting push

Common HR, finance, IT and engineering functions under review

Trump says US will help Russia after plague lab worker dies in Siberia

President Donald Trump expressed concern over a recent incident in Siberia where a laboratory worker died. Russian authorities confirmed the situ

'We all have huge sympathy': Why England cricket ready to fund West Indies Test

The ECB could provide financial support to Cricket West Indies to ensure Englands women play a Test in the Caribbean next spring. The match is vi

Bengal approves 14,454 govt posts, 50,000 scheme for unmarried women pursuing higher education

The state Cabinet also approved higher remuneration for Karmabandhus and increased the food allowance for SC and ST hostel students

From strategic growth to executive wellbeing: What founders need for their next chapter

Business growth calls for more than strategic decisions. Founders also need fresh perspectives, trusted peer relationships, expert guidance and t

Narayana Hrudayalaya to operate and manage Mission of Mercy Hospital in Kolkata

The agreement is aimed at leveraging Narayana Hrudayalayas healthcare and hospital management expertise to support the facilitys long-term sustai

Elon Musks fortune hits $1.04 trillion, boosted by SpaceX and Tesla

Renewed optimism around his companies has lifted the worlds richest persons wealth, with gains in both stocks driving the rebound

Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Aditya Infotech (3,989.05)

Sensex, Nifty, Stock Price Live: The short-term outlook is bullish for Aditya Infotech. The 5 per cent rise on Monday has taken the share price j

Jeffrey Archer, author and former British politician, dies at 86

Accenture contractor removed from FBI following damaging data breach, sources say

A data breach involving the FBI resulted in the exposure of sensitive information about employees. The breach occurred due to a failure by a cont

Mecca Pact comes into effect: Pakistan, Turkey agree to send forces to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye have agreed to take measures for the rapid deployment of military forces in Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensi

Trump says his super PAC will pay for taxpayer-funded ads that sparked backlash for glorifying him

Donald Trump provided no details on reimbursing taxpayers for ads that had already aired, nor on how he would go about having his political organ

Before UPSC interview, father fixes sons coat, combs his hair; video wins hearts

In a touching video, a father is seen preparing his son for an upcoming interview at the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. He adjusts the

DVAC launches probe into the alleged sand mining scam during the DMK government

A detailed inquiry was ordered on the basis of a complaint filed by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) which alleged serious irregularities in t

Trump approval stays at record-low 32% as Hispanic voters desert Republicans, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

US President Trump's approval rating is stuck at a record low of 32% according to a recent poll. A significant decline in support from Hispanic v

Tax-exempt diesel expanded for wider access as Donald Trump signs special executive order in Nebraska. How will it benefit Americans?

Diesel price in USA: G7 countries announced last week that they would release 100 million barrels of diesel, after pressure from US President Don

India to set up three major chemical parks under Bhavya Rasayan scheme

The initiative will provide an ecosystem for the chemical industry to innovate, expand manufacturing and strengthen Indias chemical sector

Morning Digest: Voting in high-stakes bypoll in three States, one U.T. today; ECI fact-checks claims on Form 6 following SC observation, and more

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Trump opens tax-free use of 'red' diesel to all as Republicans face midterm heat

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order in Nebraska that aims to ease tax limits on diesel fuel. This decision is intended to save fa

Zydus, MSN Laboratories launch first generic Adempas in US

Zydus Lifesciences and MSN Laboratories have launched Riociguat tablets in the US after receiving approval from the USFDA

Trump Says Iran Responsible for Flydubai Attack

The Omani co-pilot attacked Captain Machchhar with an axe in an attempt to bring down the aircraft

Magnitude 4.5 earthquake jolts Assam's Nagaon

An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale struck Nagaon district in Assam early Tuesday morning. The tremors occurred at 4:23 AM IST and w

Drishyam 3 dips on Day 4, crosses Rs 300 crore worldwide

Drishyam 3: The Conclusion has achieved over Rs 300 crore in worldwide gross collections shortly after its release. Following a strong opening we

Best of Business Standard Opinion: How to convert possibility into outcomes

Opening the door creates opportunity, show these pieces. But what happens beyond it depends on the capability to walk through

Donald Trump approval rating crashes to new low even as President is holding 32-day blitz of rallies ahead of USA midterm elections 2026. What is going wrong for Republican Party?

Donald Trump approval rating poll gave numerous signs that Trump's low popularity was weighing heavily on his Republican Party, with registered v

Jeffrey Archer, bestselling Kane & Abel author and former politician, dies at 86

Jeffrey Archer, a well-known British novelist and politician, has passed away at the age of 86. He is renowned for his best-selling novels, inclu

Separatists win Quebec election, could make it harder for Carney to deal with Trump

A separatist party won

Separatist party wins Quebec election, says Radio-Canada

The separatist Parti Quebecois won Quebec's provincial election on Monday, public broadcaster Radio-Canada predicted, adding it was too early to

Why do people say 'Roger that'? Who was Roger?

The word 'Roger' has its origins in early military radio communication, symbolizing the letter R and indicating that a message has been received.

US Treasury yields for 10-year, 30-year hit 24-year highs, two-year Treasury yield down. What does this mean for US Fed Interest Rate, check experts predictions

US yields rose on Monday even as oil prices fell. Oil fell after crude exports from the Middle East increased and the Group of Seven nations pled

Pending dues: Deficit teachers threaten agitation

SHILLONG, Oct 5: The Khasi Jaintia Deficit School Teachers Association (KJDSTA) has warned of intensified agitation if the government fails to ad

Youth question repeated use of Ward

SHILLONG, Oct 5: As the state government prepares to host the sixth Shillong Literary Festival at Wards Lake from November 12 to 14, a section of

Adelbert seeks CBI probe into raid in Jaiaw

SHILLONG, Oct 5: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum has demanded a CBI inquiry into the police raid at Jaiaw on August 19, citing excessive forc

Govt justifies decision to deny Rs 233-cr loan to PIMC

SHILLONG, Oct 5: The Meghalaya government has justified its decision not to extend an interest-free loan to PA Sangma International Medical Colle

Punjabs Law and Order in Crisis, Says BJP Spokesperson RP Singh

BJPs RP Singh criticizes Punjabs deteriorating law and order, calling for urgent action from the state government. Punjabs Law and Order in Crisi

Cornell students stage anti-rape rally

Throngs of Cornell University students rallied on Monday

Viral videos on spitting and littering spark civic debate

SHILLONG, Oct 5: A series of viral videos showing individuals being reprimanded for spitting and littering in public spaces has set off an online

State govt awaits Byrnihat health survey report

SHILLONG, Oct 5: The Meghalaya government is awaiting the findings of a recent health survey in Byrnihat following a significant increase in Acut

US nuke test detection experiment bid to assert its hegemony: Ex-nuclear chief

Trump says taxpayers will no longer pay for TV ads that praised him

President Donald Trump on Monday said taxpayers will no longer pay for television ads featuring him shortly before the November congressional ele

Khasi film Ki Sngi Badum wins award at Abohar Int

SHILLONG, Oct 5: Khasi feature film Ki Sngi Badum (The Dark Days) has secured third place under the Honourable Mention Feature Film category at t

Australia's ABC rejects AI copyright carveout, believes already been scraped

The Australian national broadcaster rejected a suggestion on

Adelbert affirms ties with VPP, terms suspension

SHILLONG, Oct 5: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum on Monday said he remains with the Voice of the People Party (VPP) and has no intention of q

National Commission for Women seeks gender-neutral childcare leave, shared caregiving by parents

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye agree on rapid deployment of forces in the Kingdom

The decision was taken at an emergency meeting of the Mecca Defence Alliance in Riyadh and would be carried out under approved arrangements and t

Trump heads to Nebraska as Republicans defend Senate seat

US President Donald Trump arrived in Nebraska on Monday to rally Republicans and promote his economic record, taking his message of new investmen

The Batman Part II release date: Batman Part 2 movie production paused after Matt Reeves walks out, when will Robert Pattinson, Scarlett Johansson film premiere

Shooting of The Batman Part II had been underway in London, with the release scheduled for February 18, 2028. It is yet to be seen if the product

Teenager loses hand picking up grenade in France school protests

France has been shaken by a wave of demonstrations by teenage students at high schools, or lycees, since late September demanding better classroo

India-US trade deal talks may have reached a plateau, further concessions difficult: Nirmala Sitharaman

During a recent briefing, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that talks regarding a trade pact with the US are currently stall

Tata Trusts rift deepens: Noel Tata-led trustees say 'Trusts do not run Tata Sons' as they defend restructuring plan to avoid listing

Trustees of Tata Trusts have rebuffed objections from two senior trustees concerning a proposed restructuring of Tata Sons. They emphasized that

LIV Golf secures BC Partners ' credit funding to support restructuring

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Delhi Police ACP's additional DCP charge withheld amid harassment inquiry

Delhi government modified an order regarding duty charges of 12 police officers after harassment allegations surfaced. Assistant Commissioner of

LIV Golf bags BC Partners Credit funding to support restructuring

BC Partners Credit on Monday made an initial committed investment in LIV Golf and plans to provide up to $300 million in cumulative financing to

'Whalefall' director hopes survival story inspires awe of whales

Director Brian Duffield describes his new survival thriller Whalefall, in which a teenager is swallowed by

American Idol singer Caleb Flynn sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering wife Ashley Flynn, daughter issues statement

Caleb Flynn was found guilty of multiple counts by the jury, including murder, felonious assault and tampering with evidence. Flynn apologized to

Wikipedia operator says OpenAI's rogue agents possibly tied to data service disruption in May

The Wikimedia Foundation, which operates online encyclopedia Wikipedia, said heavy traffic from OpenAI's rogue agents was possibly tied to a disr

India-US trade talks have reached plateau: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Negotiations regarding the bilateral trade agreement between India and the US have stalled, reaching a plateau. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharam

Germany At Risk Of Violent Conflict With Russia, Claims Spy Chief

German authorities have warned repeatedly that Russia is conducting a hybrid campaign of drone and cyber attacks, accusing Moscow of being behind

Nepal ends flood search with over 5,000 still missing, including 189 Indians

Protesters clash with police over Kosovo war crimes court law

Protesters clashed with police outside Kosovo's government and parliament

Supreme Court agreed to meet, then changed mind: ONOE panel chief

The Supreme Court initially planned an informal meeting with the parliamentary committee on simultaneous elections. However, the meeting was canc

Students protest Cornells response to gang rape complaint

The Ivy League school has been trying to quell a firestorm on campus and beyond over its handling of the alleged 2024 gang rape

Karnataka CEO confirms no names removed from voter list on objections

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Kheri case: UP changes PP; SC asks Allahabad HC CJ to decide on trial judge

The Uttar Pradesh government informed the Supreme Court about replacing the public prosecutor in the Lakhimpur Kheri case. This decision was made

Bolsonaro wins endorsements from right-wing rivals for Brazil election runoff

Senator Flavio Bolsonaro received on Monday endorsements from Ronaldo Caiado and Romeu Zema, two right-wing politicians who ran against him in Su

Congress to launch Punjab poll campaign following Pargat Singh

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Ireland seeks to balance energy relief and restraint in another generous budget

Ireland will seek to stave off renewed protest over high energy costs with another generous annual budget package on Tuesday, while also attempti

Middle East war sharpens focus on ASEAN energy security plans

Southeast Asian energy ministers

Visa doesn't create absolute right to enter India, says Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court emphasized that foreign nationals do not have an inherent right to enter India. Justice Amit Mahajan pointed out that holdin

Russia says Ukraine hit two facilities at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

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Draft reservation list for polls to rural local bodies ready

Australian army soldier dies and five others injured during training exercise, ABC News says

An Australian army soldier has died and five others have been injured during a training exercise in the North Territory region of Australia, ABC