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IAF Chief Takes Sortie Near Hyderabad, Flies Kiran Aircraft

Air Chief Marshal Singh had flown his last fighter jet sortie aboard an indigenous Tejas on October 12 during Exercise Tarang Shakti at Jodhpur A

CM Yogi Adityanath Celebrates Vijayadashami with Rituals at Gorakhnath Temple

On Vijayadashami, CM Yogi Adityanath performed rituals at Gorakhnath Temple, praying for the welfare of the state and its people. CM Yogi Adityan

48-Hour Strike Over Killing of 3 Meiteis Hits Normal Life in Manipur

Most markets, educational institutions and business establishments were closed in Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Thoubal and Kakching distr

European stocks extend slide as French protests dent risk appetite

European shares extended losses on Tuesday as investors weighed the

Akhilesh Yadav to Meet Azam Khan in Rampur Amid Political Tensions

Akhilesh Yadav plans to meet Azam Khan in Rampur on October 22, discussing political issues and Khans ongoing legal challenges. Akhilesh Yadav to

We have no control over flight ticket prices, says government

We have no control over flight ticket prices, says governmentThe government has dealt a significant blow to those waiting for cheaper airfares. I

India Calls for Collective Action Against Terrorism at SCO Meeting

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizes the need to eradicate terrorism collectively at the SCO summit in Dushanbe. India Calls for Collective

Will T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer find his groove against New Zealand amid a mixed bag run?

Shreyas Iyer will lead Team India in a five-match T20I series against New Zealand starting Thursday. Iyer has been inconsistent as a batsman sinc

China flags APEC's role as key for a challenged global economy

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum has an increasingly

Control with compassion: how to defend the refugee convention

Sabir Zazai remembers how he first heard about the refugee convention. He was given an official letter, after arriving in Dover in the back of a

Umpire exchange programme: Australian umpire Ben Treloar to officiate two Ranji Trophy matches

Treloar will officiate Delhi's Ranji Trophy match against Gujarat from October 18 to 21 in Delhi before standing in Mumbai's clash with Haryana f

Financial dispute suspected behind killing of two brothers in Tripura, probe on

Digital Desk | Agartala, Oct 20 (IANS) Two brothers were killed, and another person was injured in Tripuras Dharmanagar town, the states second-l

Russia hits three DTEK energy facilities in Ukraine's Odesa region, company says

Ukraine's largest private energy company, DTEK, said on Tuesday that a Russian attack overnight hit three of its energy facilities in the souther

After US DeepSeek order, China says it will protect firms

China said on Tuesday it will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of its firms after the US Homeland Security Department ins

Tejashwi Yadav Calls for Unity Against Bihar

Tejashwi Yadav highlights unemployment and corruption as Bihars major issues, urging citizens to unite for change on Dussehra. Tejashwi Yadav Cal

From defiance to plea for protection, Pinarayi Vijayan seeks SC relief

Digital Desk | New Delhi/ Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 20 (IANS) From daring his political adversaries to seeking protection from arrest before the Su

Mexican cartels eye India expansion, turn rented homes into local drug production units

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Mexican drug cartels are increasingly exploring local production of narcotics in India, using rented hous

Bharti Singh on celebrating Dussehra: Want my children to grow up experiencing our traditions

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 20 (IANS) Star comedian Bharti Singh and writer-producer Harssh Limbachiyaa reflected on the significance of Dussehra.

How honey bee hives use a chemical defence system to fight disease

Researchers found that the hives layout, antimicrobial materials and surrounding plant diversity may help colonies control harmful microorganisms

Sara Ali Khan, Amrita Singh lease Andheri office in Mumbai to AI firm for 5 years at Rs 3.76 crore; check rent, deposit and other details

Sara Ali Khan and her mother, Amrita Singh, have officially signed a five-year lease for a commercial property in Mumbai. The monthly rent is set

India Inc eyes a festive boom, but the bottom line holds a twist

Festive shopping is currently gaining momentum with significant sales in both online and offline markets. Companies are experiencing increased de

US will burn like France: Trump doubles down on immigration rhetoric to back Republicans

Hockey India announces free entry for spectators at Asian Champions Trophy

Fans can secure their free entry passes by registering on Hockey India's online ticketing partner www.ticketgenie.in.

Renuka Shahane recalls Madhuri Dixit asking if she was sure about Ashutosh Rana while they were dating

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 20 (IANS) Actress Renuka Shahane recalled how Madhuri Dixit had reacted when she learnt about her relationship with ac

Tamil Nadu government orders additional 25 days of guaranteed employment for vulnerable rural households

The Vetri 150 scheme, sanctioned with 100 crore for 2026-27, extends VB-G RAM Gs guaranteed employment to 150 days for women-headed, SC/ST and ot

Iran and Russia Commit to Strengthening Strategic Cooperation

Iran and Russia reaffirm their commitment to enhanced strategic collaboration during a meeting between top officials in Tehran. Iran and Russia C

BCCI appointed Pragyan Ojha as the Chief Selector to help Virat Kohli and Gambhir become friends.

Pragyan Ojha has become the new Chief Selector of Team India. A major revelation has emerged regarding the reason behind his appointment. This ma

Iga Swiatek pulls out of Ningbo Open, out of WTA Finals race

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek has pulled out of the Ningbo Open, which effectively rules her o

Violence is wrong, weakens democracy: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader on Sanjay Raut's Albania protest remarks

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, Priyanka Chaturvedi, on Tuesday criticised her party MP Sanjay Raut's remarks ref

Good always finds a way to triumph: Sachin, Gambhir, Laxman extend Dussehra wishes

Legends of Indian cricket, including Sachin Tendulkar and Gautam Gambhir, took to social media to convey their warm Vijayadashami wishes, emphasi

DMK councillor booked for defamatory remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

The complainant alleged that Sudha Deenadayalan, the DMK councillor representing Ward 95 in the Villivakkam area, allegedly used objectionable la

India to host inaugural SCO Civilisation Dialogue Forum by year-end: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India will host the first SCO Civilisation Dialogue Forum later this year. This forum aims to foste

Nine injured in fire at residential building in Mumbai's Kurla

The blaze was confined to electrical wiring, installations inside electrical ducts and iron doors on multiple floors of the ground-plus-12-storey

As weight-loss drug users turn to dietary supplements, doctors, regulators raise flags

The growing use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy is driving demand for dietary supplements in the US, as users seek to manag

Honoring Sacrifice: The Significance of Police Memorial Day in India

Police Memorial Day, observed on October 21, commemorates the brave police officers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. Honoring Sacrifice

Vote chori sarkaar has perfected gramin mazdoori chori: Congress slams VB-G RAM G Act

Jairam Ramesh cited a media report that claimed that while thousands were working under the VB-G RAM G scheme on paper in drought-hit Maharashtra

Coral Sea earthquake: 6.4-magnitude tremor recorded at 23-km depth

The tremor was recorded on Tuesday morning, with seismological agencies monitoring its magnitude, depth and location to assess potential risks.

Japan launches historic mission to collect samples from Mars moon Phobos

Japan's MMX mission will collect at least 10 grams of material from Phobos and return it to Earth by 2031, aiming to resolve how Mars' two moons

Om Prakash Rajbhar Predicts Major Setback for SP in Upcoming Rally

Om Prakash Rajbhar claims the SP will face a significant blow during the November 29 rally in Azamgarh, challenging their political stronghold. O

Cockroach Janta Party's current status: Founder Abhijeet Dipke tries to hold ground as Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka remain in custody

The Cockroach Janta Party's leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have seen their judicial custody extended. The party protests against Chief Ele

Man Dies While Trying to Get Off Moving Train in Aluva

The deceased, identified as Althaf, jumped off the train as it did not have a stop at the railway station

Israel's Ben-Gvir poised for election gains as young voters turn to far right

He

Jagruti Rehabilitation Centre opens 80-Bed Facility at Gulbai Tekra, its second in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 20: Jagruti Rehabilitation Centre has opened its second facility in the city, an 80-bed centre at Gulbai Tek

Imran Abbas quits showbiz? Actor breaks silence on viral reports

Hyderabad: Has Imran Abbas decided to walk away from showbiz? Reports claiming that the Pakistani actor had quit the entertainment industry spark

Arthritis in Children: Can children also get arthritis? Learn about 5 major symptoms.

Arthritis: Many parents believe that children cannot develop arthritis. Moreover, even if no one in the family has joint disease, they are not ov

Bengal Govt Deploys Doctors At Five Major Kolkata Puja Pandals After Stampede

Leaves of doctors, health workers and all administrative officials have been cancelled. IAS officers on leave have been asked to rejoin duty imme

UPDATE 2-South Korea to pull more Ukraine embassy staff after POW dispute

South Korea will

New Zealand study Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of T20 series, expect home conditions to test teen

New Zealand is preparing for a challenge posed by India's young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the T20 series. The series begins in Christchur

Uttar Pradesh elections: Samajwadi Party to release election manifesto on November 26

It will include separate documents for women, youth and a manifesto on law and order, highlighting partys commitment on these issues apart from f

Indian Athletes Shine at 2026 Asian Para Games, President and Sports Minister Extend Congratulations

Indian athletes excel at the 2026 Asian Para Games, winning medals and receiving accolades from the President and Sports Minister. Indian Athlete

Bhagwat asserts regime change operations cannot succeed in India

Mumbai: In a direct address to ongoing political agitations across the country, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat de

How Long to Soak Clothes: How long should you soak clothes before washing? Don't forget to leave them overnight.

Soaking Tips: To clean clothes, many people soak them in water and detergent before washing. Especially when the clothes are heavily soiled with

Vidhana Soudha shown in fabricated bomb blast clip

Bengaluru: An AI-edited Instagram video portraying a bomb blast at Bengalurus Vidhana Soudha has drawn widespread condemnation, with social media

Zelenskiy says he discussed ballistic missile interceptors, Starlink with Rubio

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he had held a substantive conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio focused on

How Many Whistles for Potatoes: How many whistles does it take to boil perfect potatoes? Learn important facts today.

Perfect Potatoes: Especially when cooking potatoes in a pressure cooker, the biggest question is how many whistles to use. Fewer whistles can lea

Ravan Dahan 2026 Timings: City-wise muhurat for Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Meerut and Other Cities

Ravan Dahan Near Me: Ravan Dahan 2026 will take place on Dussehra, October 20, across much of India. Reported timings include 5:48 pm onwards in

Congress slams VB-G RAM G Act

New Delhi: The Congress on Tuesday, October 20, said the Modi governments replacement of MGNREGA is nothing less than a surgical strike on the so

The Invisible Hand Taming America

Often referred to as the architect of the American economy, the Federal Reservefrequently called the Fedis perhaps the most influential instituti

Convicted Murderer Wants to Contest UP Polls For BJP, HC Sets Him Free

The Allahabad High Court granted bail and stayed the conviction and sentence, noting that he was a political figure and an active BJP worker befo

Best Colors For Home: Getting your house painted for Diwali? Know which color will be right for you.

Diwali Painting Ideas: The tradition of painting your home's walls for Diwali isn't just about decoration. Fresh paint can not only give your hom

BJP MP Questions Rahul Gandhis Foreign Trips, Demands Transparency

BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal criticizes Rahul Gandhis foreign travels, seeking clarity on their purpose and funding. BJP MP Questions Rahul Gandhis

LPG Gas Saving Tips: Gas cylinder will last for 15 days longer, stop these mistakes in the kitchen today

Kitchen Habits That Waste LPG Gas: If the cylinder runs out earlier than expected, it can ruin your monthly budget. Many people find that cooking

Ronaldo suspended for 30 days for walking out on Portugal camp

Lisbon: Walking out on the Portugal camp earned Cristiano Ronaldo a 30-day suspension and 255 euros ($285) fine from the national federation. The

Nine people, including three children injured in Mumbai building fire

A fire broke out in an electrical duct of the Kohinoor HDIL building No. 5 in Kurla West. The incident occurred early in the morning, causing smo

IIT-B student death case: Sahil Wakodes parents seek CM intervention

Students have begun a Justice Corner 2.0 sit-in near the Ambedkar statue in the institutes building, a day after police dismantled a protest site

How To Clean Steel Utensils: Old steel utensils will shine like new; just apply this one household item.

Shine Old Steel Utensils: The most important thing when cleaning steel utensils is to avoid scrubbing them too vigorously. Baking soda can help l

Your Wi-Fi signal is full, but the internet is still slow? Find out why.

If your internet is intermittent even when your Wi-Fi signal is full, you may have accidentally made some mistakes that are significantly slowing

What's the difference between a smart geyser and a normal one? Know before you buy.

If you want to avoid the hassle of repeatedly turning on your geyser for hot water during the winter, a smart geyser can be a good option, while

China's push to bolster social insurance schemes draws online backlash

China's efforts to boost contributions to its welfare system have drawn a backlash on social

Karthik Sabesh, Jai's cousin dies at 37, three days after uncle Deva; family faces third death within a year

Karthik Sabesh, actor Jai's cousin has died at 37, reports say. This comes three days after the death of his uncle, music composer Deva, on Octob

Prime Video added ads to paid plan, demanded Rs 699 extra; court orders payout

In a landmark decision, the Telangana consumer commission has mandated that Amazon refund Rs 1,499 for incorporating advertisements into its Prim

Petrol Diesel Price Today, October 20, 2026: Check Latest Fuel Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Other Cities

Petrol Diesel Price Today, October 20, 2026: Petrol, diesel and CNG prices are important for millions of Indian consumers who depend on private v

Some of the keyboard buttons are not working; do I know when the entire unit needs to be replaced?

If some of the keyboard keys on your laptop suddenly stop working, there's no need to immediately buy a new keyboard. Learn the reasons behind th

UNESCO puts AI in education to the test as teachers and governments face new demands

Teachers need time and training to understand the tools entering their classrooms, governments need a stronger say in how those tools are built,

RSS Celebrates Dussehra with Traditional Procession in Ayodhya

The RSS marked Dussehra in Ayodhya with a ceremonial weapon worship and a disciplined procession, celebrating 100 years of the organization. RSS

AI agents can pose a threat to the company even if they are not hacked: Microsoft issues a major warning.

Hayete Gallot, executive vice president of Microsoft Security, said in a blog post that companies often focus only on avoiding external cyberatta

Pakistan cuts GDP growth estimate to 3.65 per cent in fiscal year 2026

The Pakistan government has slightly revised the gross domestic product (GDP) growth down to 3.65 per cent for the outgoing fiscal year (FY26), a

Malaysia de-registers main opposition bloc as elections loom

Malaysia cancelled the registration of the country's main opposition

Gold Silver Price Today, October 20, 2026: Gold Rises 438, Silver Jumps 1,133 on MCX

Gold and Silver Price Today, October 20, 2026: Gold and silver prices recorded gains in the futures market, attracting attention from investors a

North Korea criticises joint military exercises by South Korea, Japan and US

North

Navratri Celebrations Conclude at Jhandewalan Temple with Special Appeal from Trustee

Navratri festivities at New Delhis Jhandewalan Temple concluded with a special message from Trustee Ravindra Goyal on the immersion of barley spr

Weather Alert October 20, 2026: Rain and Thunderstorms Forecast in Delhi, UP, Rajasthan and Other States

Weather Update October 20, 2026: Weather conditions may remain unsettled across several parts of India on Tuesday, October 20, with forecasts ind

Bank Holiday on October 21, 2026: RBI Calendar Lists Closures in Six States; Check Where Banks Will Remain Shut

Bank branches will remain closed in six states on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, on account of Vijayadashami and Durga Puja, according to the Reser

Union Bank of India zooms as its consolidated net profit rises 31% in Q2FY27

Mumbai, October 20 (Udaipur Kiran): Union Bank Of India is currently trading at Rs. 181.40, up by 9.40 points or 5.47% from its previous closing

Nepal bans Priyagold biscuit after FSSAI finds serious hygiene deficiencies

In a significant move, Nepal's Food Technology and Quality Control Department has officially banned Priyagold biscuits produced by Surya Food and

Wi-Fi Safety Tips 2026: Why You Should Turn Off Your Phone's Wi-Fi When Leaving Home

Wi-Fi Security Tips 2026: Most smartphone users keep their Wi-Fi switched on throughout the day, even when they are travelling, shopping or spend

UNESCO forum explores how AI and design can serve culture, communities and city life

The value of artificial intelligence in design depends on what it brings to people

9 injured in fire at 13-storey residential building in Mumbai's Kurla

A fire broke out in an electrical duct of a 13-storey residential building in Mumbai's Kurla area early Tuesday morning, leaving nine people, inc

Mumbai Street Renamed in Honor of Legendary Musician Bappi Lahiri

A street in Mumbai is now named after Bappi Lahiri, honoring his 45 years of contribution to music and cinema. Mumbai Street Renamed in Honor of

From France and Italy to Belgium: What is driving protests across Europe?

Rising energy bills, food prices and housing costs have become major concerns for European households