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Sanjay Sharma Condemns Attack on Tiger Shroff, Calls for Enhanced Security in Film Industry

Filmmaker Sanjay Sharma demands stronger security measures for artists after the attack on Tiger Shroff, emphasizing the need for safety in the f

Four years after notification, Nanjarayan Bird Sanctuary yet to get through transformation befitting Ramsar Site

Indian Students Worry AI Prioritising Speed Over Deep Learning: Report

A global HP Futures 2026 survey found 82 per cent of Indian students worry AI helps them work faster but may hinder deeper learning.

L-G would be final authority in proposed U.T.-level body in Ladakh, says Centres proposal

The draft, accessed by The Hindu asks, whether the delimitation of constituencies for the elected body will be done by an election authority or a

All Institutions, Political Parties Should Unite for National Interest: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said all institutions and political parties of the country should unite for national interest and fight t

Youngest Fundraiser of 2026: 5-year-old boy in Scotland with neurological condition raises $106,000 for charity by walking around his house

Gregor Corse, a 5-year-old boy from Scotlands Orkney Islands, has raised more than $106,000 for a local charity by completing a 30-day walking ch

Evolve Energy launches Solar Xperience Centre in Chennai

The centre was launched by cricketing legend Jonty Rhodes, who also serves as the companys Brand Ambassador

Srikakulam: Two Drown, Two Others Go Missing In Ganagallavanipet Beach

All the four persons, belonging to the same family, entered the water to enjoy but suddenly, were carried away by the tide

Dasara festivities add to garbage burden in Tiruchi

Heaps of garbage were found on Thanjavur Road, Singarathope, NSB Road, Big Bazaar Street, Chinnakadai Street, Nandi Koil Street, and Sathara Veed

Indian students fear AI boosts speed but hurts deep learning

London: A majority of Indian students worry that while AI helps them work faster, they are not learning material as deeply, according to a new gl

3 Held During Combing Operation In Manipurs Kangpokpi, Day After Militants Kill 3 Meitei Men

Security forces arrested three people in Manipurs Kangpokpi district after suspected militants killed three Meitei men collecting firewood and re

Children initiated into the world of letters on Vijayadasami day

President promulgates LAHDC Regulation, paves the way for hill council polls in all eight districts of Ladakh

L-G Vinai Kumar Saxena says the decision is historic as it was implemented in a record time of just six days and now paves the way for creation o

TMC MP Kirti Azad Accuses BJP Supporters of Vandalizing Party Office in Bardhaman

TMC MP Kirti Azad claims vandalism at his Bardhaman office, blaming BJP supporters for the incident and urging government intervention. TMC MP Ki

Efforts on to turn water scarcity into abundance in Coimbatore village

Minister inspects rain-hit areas in Ramanathapuram

CPI Leader Criticizes Court Rulings Favoring Criminals While Activists Remain Imprisoned

CPI leader Annie Raja questions court decisions allowing convicted criminals to run for office while activists remain jailed. CPI Leader Criticiz

Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh completes final IAF sortie in Hyderabad with instructor who first taught him to fly

Sophies Molineux and Dunkley set maximum base price of 50 lakhs at WPL mini auction

Gurugram realtor offers Ashneer Grover a job after Camellias tour, says he showed everything except the flat; asks, Interview kab de rahe ho?

A Gurugram realtor has offered Ashneer Grover a tongue-in-cheek job as a field associate after mocking his tour of DLF Camellias, where he showca

Boliyaru crash: Murder case filed against absconding driver

MANGALURU: A complaint by the father of one of two youths killed in a collision near Boliyaru has led Konaje police to register a murder case aga

NTK Candidate Arrested For Poll Violation, Sparks Political Backlash In Tamil Nadu

The Naam Tamilar Katchi functionary M Karthika and her husband Murugachandra Kumar were arrested by the Dharapuram police: Reports

Bihar Education Minister Appeals to Youth to Overcome Evils and Addiction on Dussehra

On Dussehra, Bihars Education Minister urges youth to reject vices and embrace ideals of Swami Vivekananda for a brighter future. Bihar Education

Drunk migrant worker falls to death from terrace in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A drunk migrant worker died after falling from a terrace in Chaderghat in the early hours of Tuesday, October 20, the police said. The

Centre must stop treating Punjab's drug crisis as political opportunity: AAP Minister on Shahs visit

Harpal Cheema's reaction came as Amit Shah met the kin of victims of the drug menace in Punjab and said he had come to remind the AAP government

No DJs At Bhubaneswar Durga Puja Immersion Processions; 48 Platoons Of Police To Be Deployed

Bhubaneswar police banned DJ vehicles during Durga Puja immersion processions and will deploy 48 platoons to maintain law and order.

Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Hingrajia leads Gujarats sturdy reply after Badonis double propels Delhi

The visitor reaches 363 for five at stumps on day three, thanks to the southpaws unbeaten ton; the host bowlers, with 285 runs still in the bag,

All institutions, political parties should unite for national interest: PM

Participating in Dussehra celebrations here, Modi also said that no matter how big or difficult a crisis may be, no one should sit back relying o

External Forces Cannot Change Power in India, Asserts Anish Gawande

NCP leader Anish Gawande asserts that no external influence can alter Indias political landscape amid RSS chiefs remarks. External Forces Cannot

Air India Express Flight En Route to Bengaluru Reports Bird Strike, Lands Safely

An Air India Express flight travelling from Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh to Bengaluru reported a bird strike but landed safely at Kempegowda Inte

Traffic along Adimaly-Munnar stretch of Kochi-Dhanushkodi National Highway banned following rockfall

The ban was imposed after several loose boulders and trees along the roadside were found to pose an immediate safety risk to commuters

Consensus Arrived At With Factions Aggrieved Over Non-Representation In Waqf Board: Samsudheen

The Keralam government had last Friday dissolved the Waqf Board headed by K S Hamsa: Reports

PM Modi, President Murmu extend Vijayadashami greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu expressed heartfelt greetings to all Indians on Vijayadashami. They highlighted the sig

We will make Punjab drug-free by December 31, 2029: Amit Shah in Ludhiana

Association formed for financial market investors

Maulana Siraj Ahmad Khan Urges Dialogue Amid Controversial Statements in Maharashtra

Maulana Siraj Ahmad Khan criticizes controversial remarks and calls for dialogue to address public grievances in Maharashtra. Maulana Siraj Ahmad

Karnataka HC refuses to drop charge of culpable homicide not amounting murder against father in fatal accident caused by minor son

Justice M. Nagaprasanna made these observations while dismissing a criminal petition filed by Nadeem of Mysuru, who sought to quash the charge sh

Owaisi Seeks Union Minister's Intervention Over Eviction Notice to Race Course Mosque in Delhi

Expressing concern over a reported eviction notice to the historic Race Course Mosque in New Delhi, AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday s

Garment exports have the potential to grow 25% next year: ITF

Bus drivers continue to ignore road safety rules in Tirunelveli

Salem Corporation clears over 100 metric tonnes of excess waste in view of Ayudha Pooja

FinMin gives in-principle nod to scheme for solar polysilicon manufacturing

Finance ministry clears proposed scheme in principle; Cabinet nod awaited

Uttar Pradeshs Deputy CM Vows to Ensure Quality in Rural Road Construction

Deputy CM Keshav Maurya stresses strict action against negligence in rural road projects in Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradeshs Deputy CM Vows to Ensur

PM Modi invokes 'Ram Rajya' on Dussehra, warns against people hurting India's image

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Dussehra celebrations and highlighted the importance of public welfare. He emphasized the need for soc

Palaniswami Questions Vijay's 'Silence' on International Drug Racket, Seizure by DRI

In the operation during October 1617, the DRI successfully uncovered a suspected coastal drug-trafficking network attempting to smuggle the narco

More air connections between Chennai and Bangkok

Enhanced frequency lets travellers explore Bangkoks popular attractions more

5th Edition Of Austrahind Joint Military Exercise Commences In Keralam

The fourth edition was held at Irwin Barracks, Perth, Australia, from October 13 to 26 last year: Reports

Prime Minister Modi Emphasizes National Unity and Heritage at Dussehra Celebration

Prime Minister Modi highlights the significance of unity and heritage during Dussehra celebrations, urging citizens to strive for a developed Ind

Online retail market to cross $90b in 2026 with grocery overtaking mobiles: Redseer

The gross merchandise value of Indias ecommerce market expanded roughly 25% on a year-on-year basis to about $38 billion in the first half of 202

Greater Bengaluru Authority receives over 1,500 objections to tree felling for Hebbal Short Tunnel

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) restrained the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) from felling any trees till the hearing in the case challe

Watch: Amit Shah accuses Punjab government of failing to curb drug trade

'That machine did exactly what he designed it to do': Stockton Rush's old friend claims OceanGate CEO wanted to die at Titanic wreck

Stockton Rush, the CEO of OceanGate, met a tragic fate during a dive to the Titanic wreck when the Titan submersible imploded. According to his f

YES Bank sees no immediate need to raise capital after SC's AT1 verdict

The lender says its capital buffers, deferred tax assets and other options provide flexibility even as the reinstatement of Rs 8,415 crore in AT1

Surat businessman to fund Rs 5 cr clean energy centre at AMU

Aligarh:Surat-based industrialist Faruk G Patel has announced a KP Excellence Centre at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) with an initial corpus of

UK to add

London: Britain announced Tuesday, October 20, that it is expanding military support for Saudi Arabia against the Houthis to include defensive ai

Trade Potential Between India and the U.S. Remains Vast, Says John Kavulich

John Kavulich highlights the significant trade potential between India and the U.S., emphasizing the complexities of a trade deal. Trade Potentia

Monsoon poses threat of drinking water contamination in Tiruchi

Water samples are being collected and sent for testing three times a week; water-logging has increased the danger of opens wells and borewells ge

Unpaid intern says company fired them for refusing to do three jobs; netizens react

An unpaid interns Reddit post has sparked debate over workplace exploitation after they claimed to have been fired for refusing to mentor two int

Watch: UP MLA Raja Bhaiyya worships 500+ guns on Dusshera

Raja Bhaiya conducted a Shastra Puja ceremony at his Benti Palace, displaying more than 500 weapons. His twin sons participated alongside block c

Hunar.AI raises Rs 40 Cr in Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures

Hunar.AI is focused on developing specialised AI technology for frontline-intensive industries. The company will use the funds for building AI in

Fresh market borrowings for the govt getting pricier amid a tighteningcycle

The outstanding size of the existing 6.94 GS 2036 hasalreadyreached 2.38 lakh croreand it is likely the Ggovernment may issue a new 10-year G-Sec

Kharge to apprise Modi of concerns over SIR, delimitation and womens reservation

AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge said he would apprise Prime Minister Narendra Modi of his concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of

Curfews bring calm to Paris as France cracks down on weekend rioters

Paris returns to calm after deadly weekend riots as France imposes curfews and steps up legal action against looters

Police Celebrate Dussehra with Traditional Weapon Worship in Durg and Mumbai

On Dussehra, police in Durg and Mumbai performed traditional weapon worship, reaffirming their commitment to public safety and national service.

Sugarcane farmers crisis: Karnataka CM Shivakumar seeks Centres intervention

State will fulfil some of their demands, says Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

Sugarcane farmers crisis: Karnataka CM Shivakumar seeks Centres intervention

State will fulfil some of their demands, says Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

Bessent says a Democrat-led Congress could do little to stop Trump agenda

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Bihar cops struggle to confirm Tiger Shroff shooter identity after woman says accused not her son

Bihar Police is currently verifying the identity of a man arrested for allegedly firing at actor Tiger Shroff. The accused, Ritik from Begusarai,

DIARY-Political and General News Events from October 20

For other diaries, please see: Political and General News Top Economic Events Emerging Markets Economic Events Government Debt Auctions US Federa

Suniel Shetty's belated wish for 'Border' co-star Sunny Deol: Stay the rock-solid man you are

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 20 (IANS) Actor Suniel Shetty penned a belated birthday wish for his 'Border' co-star Sunny Deol. On Tuesday, Suniel t

Vijay announces 30 lakh for Asian Para Games medal winners from T.N.

Jehan Dorab Madan and Sahana Ravi both won bronze medals in table tennis at the event being held in Japan

Northeastern Monsoon Gains Strength in Tamil Nadu, Low-Pressure Area Expected by October 23

The northeastern monsoon is intensifying in Tamil Nadu, with a low-pressure area predicted to form in the Bay of Bengal by October 23. Northeaste

Pradosh relieved to convert his start into a big score

The 25-year-old says the target was to play each ball on merit

Samiti urges Centre to appoint Kannadiga as Central University Vice-Chancellor

Kalyana Karnataka Pratyeka Rajya Horata Samiti has urged the Union government to appoint a qualified academician from Karnataka as Vice-Chancello

Samiti urges Centre to appoint Kannadiga as Central University Vice-Chancellor

Kalyana Karnataka Pratyeka Rajya Horata Samiti has urged the Union government to appoint a qualified academician from Karnataka as Vice-Chancello

Florida couple missed 66 mortgage payments; husband's legal challenge fails after 17 years

Rubio calls India a refining superpower amid crude oil crisis; meets MEA S. Jaishankar in Mumbai

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is in India for a for a two-day visit, met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Mumbai.

Rubio calls India a refining superpower amid crude oil crisis; meets MEA S. Jaishankar in Mumbai

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is in India for a for a two-day visit, met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Mumbai.

Never felt so deeply saddened in life: Amit Shah after meeting kin of drug menace victims in Punjab

Amit Shah slammed the AAP government, saying it failed to curb the menace, and the drug trade continues to grow day by day in Punjab. After visit

Indian-Origin Couple Jailed Over COVID Protective Gear Fraud In UK

Indian-origin businessman Jogesh Bhandari was jailed for eight years for COVID-era PPE fraud and money laundering, while his wife received a susp

Bangladesh furious as Saudi prison list omitted death sentences for 2 citizens

From Gyanesh Kumar to a giant cockroach, Delhis Dussehra takes a political turn

Effigies of the Chief Election Commissioner and political leaders go up in flames as protests against SIR and vote chori continue in the Capital;

From Gyanesh Kumar to a giant cockroach, Delhis Dussehra takes a political turn

Effigies of the Chief Election Commissioner and political leaders go up in flames as protests against SIR and vote chori continue in the Capital;

Gujarat Sees Surge in Electricity Demand, Requests Additional 5,000 Megawatts from Central Government

Gujarats electricity demand spiked by 36.6%, prompting the state to seek additional power supply and enhance coal usage. Gujarat Sees Surge in El

Vidyarambam held at angawadis in southern districts of Tamil Nadu

Vidyarambam held at angawadis in southern districts of Tamil Nadu

Jio Platforms' anchor book draws Rs 2.5 lakh crore in bids ahead of IPO

The IPO of Jio Platforms opens on October 21 Jio Platforms allotted 7.24 crore shares at a price of Rs 1,119 per share to the anchor investors an

Paris to be a Muslim city very soon: Trump on France unrest

Blaming the unrest in France on the countrys immigration policies, United States President Donald Trump on Monday, October 19, said, Paris is goi

US STOCKS SNAPSHOT-Wall St opens lower as AI stocks decline, oil prices rise

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Tuesday, dragged down by renewed weakness in AI-linked stocks and a rebound in oil prices, while inves

Asian Para Games: Indias medal storm! 24 medals, 5 golds as Nishad, Deepthi shine

India experienced a significant medal rush during Day 2 of the Asian Para Games 2026. The country won 24 medals, including five golds, primarily