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Eleven Acquitted in Punjabi Mother Tongue Protest Case

A Bathinda court has acquitted 11 people, including Lakha Sidhana, Baba Hardeep Singh Mehraj and Rajwinder Singh Raikhana, in the 2018 Punjabi mo

FIA concludes investigation into Bahrain GP software bug, too keep fixes in place for Singapore

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The FIA has concluded its investigation into the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia software bug and has confi

Harmanjot, Lili Das headline strong Indian elite field for Delhi Half Marathon

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Reigning World 10K Bengaluru Indian Elite champion Harmanjot Singh and former winner Lili Das will headlin

UK announces new round of Russia sanctions targeting financial services, 'shadow fleet'

Britain's foreign office on Thursday announced new sanctions targeting Russian financial services and the country's so-called shadow fleet. The s

Ethos 6 Challenges GPT-6 Astra and Claude Fable 5.1 at 95% Lower Cost

India PR Distribution New Delhi [India], October 8: For most of the past two years, the frontier of artificial intelligence has had a simple pric

Satnam Singh sees historic Asian Games 2026 bronze as a new beginning for Indian Rowing

Rower Satnam Singh believes India

Wrongful influence misleading youth, says Delhi Police DCP; urges protesters to weigh legal consequences

With protests erupting in the national capital against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Delhi Police DCP Shrishti Pandey on Thursday sa

Nifty touches fresh 52-week low, Sensex tanks 1,045 points over global jitters

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Indian equity benchmarks witnessed a sharp sell-off on Thursday as a steep rise in global crude oil prices, c

K'taka BJP chief to CM Shivakumar: Who conducted, protected ex-Min Ramesh Jarkiholi sting Op?

Digital Desk | Bagalkot, Oct 8 (IANS) Karnataka BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra on Thursday questioned Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar over

SIR row: 42 former judges write open letter, warn against bid to undermine ECI

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) In a strongly worded open letter, 42 former judges, including those from the Supreme Court and High Courts

Mohanlal, Allu Arjun, Jr NTR offer tribute to 'Path breaking artist' Nana Patekar

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Some of the most prominent names from the South film industry used social media to offer their heartfelt trib

Slovakia to approve Tesla's self-driving tech

Slovakia expects to approve Tesla's Full

Cricket-Sri Lanka name Mendis as test captain after de Silva steps down

Kusal Mendis will take over as Sri Lanka test captain after all-rounder Dhananjaya de Silva stepped down, the country's cricket board said on Thu

Malaysia to work towards Myanmar's full reintegration into ASEAN, PM says

Malaysia hosted Myanmar's junta chief-turned-President

IPL: Punjab Kings Part Ways With James Hopes, Brad Haddin

The departures were expected as Hopes has been appointed head coach of Queensland and the Brisbane Heat in Australia's domestic cricket structure

Supreme Court Upholds Prosecutions Decision to Make Accused a Witness in Kannada Superstars Case

The Supreme Court has upheld the decision to make an accused a government witness in the Renukaswamy murder case involving actor Darshan. Supreme

Satcom Security Clearance Awaited From Home Ministry: MoS Telecom

Speaking on the sidelines of India Mobile Congress 2026, the minister said that the Department of Telecom has issued licences to all satcom compa

Lithuania seeks EU ban on Russian grain transit

Lithuania will

La Liga: Injury, fatigue loom as competition returns after international break

Digital Desk | Madrid, Oct 8 (IANS) Football's premier competition, La Liga, returns Friday after a lengthy international break, with several clu

The Quote That Was Never the Bill: How NoBroker Packers and Movers Brought Transparency to an Unorganised Market

PNN Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 8: For years, hiring packers

TCS Q2 results: Net profit rises 15% to 13,884 crore, revenue up 11.2%

Consolidated revenue from operations rose 11.2% to 73,188 crore from 65,799 crore in the year-ago quarter, the company said

Srijana Discusses Future of Urban Public Transport at Mobility Symposium

The conversation brought together experiences on buses, metro integration, walking and cycling, and first- and last-mile connectivity

UK's ASOS says cyber hack accessed customers' personal data

British online fashion retailer ASOS said on Thursday that a cybersecurity breach earlier this week had exposed some customers' personal informat

Key shooter in Punjab influencer Mad Sandhu's murder held by Gujarat Police

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 8 (IANS) The Ahmedabad City Crime Branch has arrested a man allegedly involved in the killing of Punjabi social med

Indian opposition protest police action against lawmakers, push for poll chief's resignation

Indian opposition groups demonstrated for a third day on Thursday, protesting police action against Congress party leaders and demanding the resi

BJP Urges Opposition to Take Legal Action Over Election Commission Protests

BJP leaders in Andhra Pradesh criticize opposition protests against the Election Commission, urging legal action instead of street demonstrations

Messi plays final match for Argentina; fans weep as legend departs national team

India turn focus to Asian Champions Trophy after Asian Games triumph

India will participate in the Asian Champions Trophy from October 27 to November 5. The tournament will take place in Jalandhar and Mohali with s

Legislative privilege versus free speech: What was the Supreme Court reference about? | Explained

Court clarified that all substantial questions of law regarding the precedence between parliamentary privileges and free speech are kept open for

Pills, gels and implants: Men may get more contraceptives options as WHO floats new guidelines

In an effort to widen the landscape of male contraceptive options, the World Health Organization has released new global guidelines. These guidel

Physics Nobel: Can one person take credit for a discovery built by hundreds?

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics recognised Francis Halzen for his role in developing the IceCube Observatory, a groundbreaking neutrino detector

Margaret Hamilton, Apollos Software Trailblazer, Dies at 90

The famed Apollo program allowed the United States to beat the Soviet Union in the race to become the first humans to land on the Moon.

Ukraine faces a shortage of troops to relieve tired fighters at the front

Ukraine is struggling with a shortage of combat-ready troops as the war with Russia enters its fifth year. While Ukraine has advanced drone techn

No SIP returns in 2 years? Prashant Jain explains why that's good news for your wealth

Russian bomb kills 33 in street in east Ukraine stronghold

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Delhi police monitor travel plans, bus bookings ahead of proposed CJP protest

Delhi Police have intensified security arrangements ahead of the Cockroach Janta Partys proposed protest on October 10. Authorities are monitorin

Man thrashed during Oppn protest; BJP says anarchist Congress workers

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Amid the intensifying protests by the Opposition parties, running into the third consecutive day, a man wa

India marching towards making product, design, technology, IP indigenously: PM Modi

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India is marching towards a future where products and their

VKDL Group Chairman V. K. Dubey Honoured at 4th Delhi State Para Swimming Championship; Birthday Marks a Renewed Pledge to Serve

VMPL New Delhi [India], October 8: The Divyang Para Sports Association of Delhi (DPSA), affiliated with the Paralympic Committee of India, organi

Indian Duo Shines at Arctic Open, But Star Singles Players Exit Early

Krishna Prasad Garaga and Prithvi Krishna Murthy Roy advance in mens doubles, while HS Prannoy and Kidambi Srikanth face early exits. Indian Duo

Inside the Masterstroke Behind Arun Govil's Casting in Nitesh Tiwari's Epic Ramayana

D. E. Shaw India Celebrates 30 Years, Announces New Hyderabad Office

VMPL Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 8: D. E. Shaw India Private Limited, part of the D. E. Shaw group, celebrated 30 years of operations

Manchester Durga Puja gets an AI upgrade: How this British Bengali organisation is bringing tradition into the digital age

For more than three decades, the beat of the dhak has announced Durga Puja in Manchester. This year, it is joined by something new: WhatsApp mess

Naidu Invites Investments, Says State Focusing On Speed Of Doing Biz

Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday invited domestic and foreign investors to invest in the state, saying the government is now focusing on improving t

Bengal government to provide 1.8 lakh aid for fully damaged houses in flood-hit Malda

Speaking at a flood-relief distribution programme at Raghunathpur, CM Adhikari also said that IIT-Kanpur has been tasked with preparing a detaile

UPDATE 1-Shipping group Maersk raises UK, Ireland inland emergency fuel surcharge due to Middle East conflict

Danish shipping group Maersk said on Thursday it was increasing

3 years, 50,000 rifles later: Why US Army is moving on from the M7

In December, the US Army will introduce the M8 carbine, a new weapon designed for improved soldier mobility. This carbine addresses feedback rega

Kolkata airport receives bomb threat, authorities carry out security check

Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Thursday received a bomb threat email, prompting authorities to varry out a thoroug

AI regulation consultation paper next month, says IT minister Vaishnaw

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced plans for a Consultation paper on AI regulations to address specific concerns. The focus will include A

Raijor Dal alleges police excesses; says protesters injured in action during march towards Assam CM Sarmas house

Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 8 (IANS) A regional party in Assam, the Raijor Dal, on Thursday alleged that several of its workers were injured dur

Pakistans loadshedding intensifies as power shortfall crosses 4,000 MW: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Pakistans electricity crisis deepened as the countrys overall power shortfall crossed 4,000 megawatts, for

Russia says more NATO troops in Lithuania would be an escalation

Russia considers the possible deployment of additional NATO troops, including U.S. forces, in the Baltic states to be an escalation, Russian Fore

Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, Alia Bhatt, and Film Industry Mourn Cinema Icon Nana Patekar Following Sudden Passing at 75

There Shouldn't Be Any Questions Around Samson Being Part Of The Playing Eleven, Says Pujara

New Delhi: Ahead of India's second T20I against West Indies, to be played in Ranchi, former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has jumped to the aid

India Commits to Advancing Positive Outcomes from Pre-COP Discussions in Fiji, Says Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav

India is dedicated to carrying forward the positive results from the Pre-COP meeting in Fiji to the upcoming COP31 summit in Turkey. India Commit

Pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia? What we know so far

An employee at a plague research institute in Siberia, Darya Shipilova, employed at a plague research institute in Siberia fell ill and died in u

CEC row: 42 Former Judges write an open letter and warn against attempts to undermine Election Commission

A group of 42 judges and retired officials criticized ongoing attacks on constitutional institutions in India. They expressed concerns over the E

The Superstar Who Lived Beyond Cinema: The Untold Story Of Nana Patekar

Remembering Nana Patekars extraordinary journey from hardship to cinematic stardom, social work and a life deeply connected to rural India.

Info Edge posts 12.8% billing growth in Q2FY27, Shiksha drags; stock slides 3%

Real estate platform 99acres was the standout performer, with billings rising 21.2 per cent to 148.3 crore

SC orders enhanced beat patrolling in Delhi, verification of public transport vehicles' drivers

The Supreme Court has mandated enhanced beat patrolling in Delhi, particularly near educational institutions. It emphasized strict verification o

INDIA Bloc Seeks Presidents Appointment, Awaits Response: Venugopal

He said the first request letter was sent on October 2. Subsequently, the Rashtrapati Bhavan Office asked for the names of leaders who would be a

Samson-Sooryavanshi Dilemma Resurfaces as India Eye 2-0 Lead Against West Indies

India have so far backed the established opening combination of Abhishek and Samson

Indian Army preparing for high-altitude drone warfare, orders 225 FPV drone capable of operating in Himalyas

The Armys latest drone procurement comes after rigorous trials in extreme Himalayan conditions, where FPV systems were assessed for their ability

After detentions and FIRs, INDIA bloc pushes for presidential intervention

The INDIA bloc has intensified its campaign against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, claiming that its request for a meeting with Presi

Tiruvannamalai: Hostel Caretaker Emmanuel Accused Of Sexually Harassing Class 10 Student

Image Source: Chanakyaa A 14-year-old Class 10 student staying at the hostel attached to Dominic Savio Higher Secondary School, Chettupattu, Tiru

INDIA bloc leaders marching towards Rajghat; Kharge, Rahul Gandhi accuse Centre of undermining democratic rights

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday s

Special meeting to address Attappady land issues, says Keralam Minister Anilkumar

Anilkumar says that the Revenue department will take steps to issue title deeds to people from Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and fishing commu

MLA urges Yadgir district administration to prevent illegal sand extraction

Demands action against air and water pollution

Leaders Pay Tribute to Ram Vilas Paswan on His Death Anniversary

PM Modi and other leaders honor Ram Vilas Paswan, highlighting his lifelong dedication to social welfare and justice. Leaders Pay Tribute to Ram

Ashish Khandelia on Basic Rules of Real Estate Private Credit

Ashish Khandelia on Basic Rules of Real Estate Private Credit

Penguin India launches pocket-sized books priced at Rs 125

New Delhi: Penguin Random House India has announced the launch of Penguin Pockets, a new series of compact-size books aimed at making timeless li

The Master of Intensity: A Tribute to Nana Patekar

There are actors who act, and then there is Nana Patekara force of nature who doesnt just play a character; he consumes, questions, and leaves an

'Criminal conspiracy to hijack India': Rahul ups the ante against govt, CEC

Heavy casualties, desertions force Pak army to recall ex-soldiers for deployment in Balochistan

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Pakistan security establishment has issued an urgent directive recalling retired army personnel for re

Indias dealmaking broadens in Q3 with 696 deals worth $36.9 billion

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Institutional deal activity in India broadened in the third quarter of 2026, with 696 transactions worth $

Supreme Court seeks Centre's view on creation of corpus fund for treatment of SMA patients

The Supreme Court is deliberating on the creation of a corpus fund for Spinal Muscular Atrophy treatment. This initiative aims to provide a perma

realme TechLife Authorised Brand realfit Announces Festive Offer on 20,000mAh 45W Powerbank in India

New Delhi [India], October 8: realfit, a realme TechLife-authorised brand focused on making everyday technology easier to use, today announced a

Weevil-Infested Rice Served to Kids in Balangir School; Parents Call for Strict Action

Tension gripped the Tikapali Government Primary School under Patnagarh block in Balangir district on Thursday as local parents staged a vociferou

Nobody divided us into alpha, beta, gamma as youth: Nitin Nabin

Varanasi: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin on Thursday, October 8, said politics should not divide the countrys youth,

From Krantiveer to Welcome: Nana Patekars most memorable dialogues

Over a career spanning nearly five decades, the veteran actor delivered countless such moments that remain etched in the history of Indian cinema

Naidu Seeks Permanent Withdrawal of Polavaram Stop Work Order

AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu sought permanent withdrawal of the 'stop work' order issued in connection with the Polavaram project in his meeting wit

Akhilesh Yadav to visit Ayodhya to listen to Bhagwat Katha: SP leaders

Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 8 (IANS) Ahead of Samajwadi Party chief, Akhilesh Yadavs, visit to Ayodhya to listen to the Bhagwat Katha at SP leade

India Strongly Condemns Attacks on Saudi Airports

The targeting of civilian infrastructure is completely unacceptable. We express our deepest condolences to the families of those who have lost th

Bhai Narien Singh Chaura Appears in Court in Sukhbir Badal Attack Case

Bhai Narien Singh Chaura appeared before an Amritsar court in the Sukhbir Badal attack case. Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur said the case is at t

West Bengal To Abolish Madrasah Service Commission, Merge It With School Service Commission

US universities challenge new CPT restrictions

Universities and higher education institutions in the US have challenged the new restrictions on Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for internat

Free bus travel benefits 5.9 cr women, men gain from lower fares

Chennai: The expanded Vettri Payanam free bus travel for women benefited approximately 5.9 crore passengers in availing individual journeys sin

US military losses

Tehran: Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday, October 8, said the actual casualties of American soldiers and US military equipment l

Bank deposits join CAS: What you may see, what may still be missing

Bank deposits will join the Consolidated Account Statement (CAS) from January 1. But will the move finally give consumers a complete picture of t