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Chilakaluripet: AP Energy Ministers Driver Killed in Road Accident

The deceased was identified as Tanniru Sri Hari, the driver of Andhra Pradesh Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar.

California scientist Karl Deisseroth wins a Nobel Prize, then makes school lunches for his kids

Dr. Karl Deisseroth received a Nobel Prize for his contributions to optogenetics, which advances brain science. He shared the award with research

Cornell students rally over alleged gang rape, demand tougher action against sexual violence

Cornell University students held a large rally in Ithaca, showing support for a classmate's gang-rape allegations. The demonstrators called for s

Grit, gold and a house that kabaddi built

A player-turned-coach, Neeta Dadwe has spent decades learning the game, building teams and pushing the womens game towards a promising future

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

Enhanced Security Measures in New Delhi Ahead of Opposition Protest

New Delhi tightens security at Jantar Mantar in anticipation of an opposition protest, with police on high alert. Enhanced Security Measures in N

CEC row LIVE updates: INDIA bloc to hold protest march from Parliament to ECI headquarters against 'vote chori'

The principal Opposition party is also likely to reach out to other parties outside the INDIA bloc, like the DMK and AAP, and invite them to join

TN Byelections: Polling Begins, People Line up Enthusiastically to Cast Votes

Elaborate security and surveillance arrangements are in place and personnel from Tamil Nadu and Central Armed Police Forces have been deployed

Chicago woman sues US government, says CBP agent fired at her from behind

Marimar Martinez filed a lawsuit against the federal government after being shot by a Customs and Border Protection agent. The shooting occurred

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

Stock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals positive open; most Asian markets rise on tech rally

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Tuesday: The GIFT Nifty indicated a positive open for the Nifty50. Most Asian markets advanced on suppor

Muni Aditya Sagar Ji Invited to World of Humanity

Udaipur, October 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): A six-member delegation led by Narayan Seva Sansthan President Prashant Agrawal offered a coconut to Di

Taiwan says US defence commitment unchanged as $14 billion arms sale hangs

Taiwan's Defence Minister Wellington Koo stated that the US commitment to arms sales has not changed. Koo mentioned that discussions about breaki

Trump says he personally believes Iran was behind flydubai attack; Vance says no proof yet

US President Donald Trump stated he personally believes Iran was behind the recent attack on a flydubai flight. The incident occurred when Omani

UN Secretary-General Urges Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza Ahead of Attack Anniversary

Antonio Guterres calls for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza as the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks approaches. UN Secretary-General Urges P

Silchar Municipal Corporation Election Results LIVE: Vote counting from 8 am, BJP-AGP in contest with Congress

The counting of votes for the maiden Silchar Municipal Corporation (SMC) election will take place today, after the State Election Commission, Ass

UN Chief Urges Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza Ahead of Attack Anniversary

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza before the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks. UN Chief Urges

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

Bypolls 2026: Four regions, six seats and a fresh test for Indias political map

Voting began in six constituencies across West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry on Tuesday morning. The results of the elections will be

UN is gridlocked, no longer represents wider global interests: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called for reform in the United Nations, saying the global body has become irrelevant to the dec

Power Cut in Udaipur Today, October 6: 20 Areas to Face 9 AM

Udaipur, October 6, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Several areas of Udaipur will face a scheduled power cut today from 9 AM to 3 PM due to maintenance wor

CEC row: Security heightened around Jantar Mantar, ECI HQ ahead of opposition march today

Security has been reinforced around Jantar Mantar and the Election Commission of India headquarters in New Delhi. The police heightened their pre

INDIA Bloc MPs to March to ECI Demanding Gyanesh Kumar's Ouster

Leaders of several INDIA bloc parties are expected to participate in the march and raise their concerns before the Election Commission

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

Congress gears up for statewide Punjab campaign with Pargat Singhs appointment

Congress is preparing to begin its statewide campaign in Punjab, appointing Pargat Singh as the new president. Senior leader Sachin Pilot praised

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

Trump blames Iran for flydubai incident, Vance 'defers', says 'nothing conclusively yet'

Form 6 controversy: CJPs Ashutosh Ranka claims ECI took down September 26 press release after SC remark, PIB replies

The Press Information Bureaus Fact Check unit has rejected a claim by CJPs Ashutosh Ranka that the Election Commission of India removed its Septe

2 people killed, including a student, after Florida school bus rolls over in crash

Florida bus crash: A tragic accident occurred in Winter Haven when a school bus was hit by an oncoming car. The bus carried nearly 40 people, inc

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

LOral turns to restructuring advisers as US lawsuits pile up

c. The company's US unit is collaborating with Weil Gotshal & Manges and Ducera Partners for potential restructuring. Multiple lawsuits allege th

Breaking News Live Updates: Voting begins for bypolls across Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

Jeffrey Archer, novelist whose real life rivaled his thrillers, dies at 86

In a life of achievement and disgrace, he wrote best-selling novels with themes he knew intimately: ambition, self-promotion, misbehavior and sca

War-weary Israelis rethink loyalty to Netanyahu before election

Residents in northern Israel are reassessing their political support for Prime Minister Netanyahu as elections approach. Many former supporters e

Channels are open, but Cuba and Trumps US remain far from the negotiating table: Report

Cuba and the United States are not engaged in formal negotiations but maintain communication channels. Lianys Torres Rivera emphasized Cuba's rea

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

Pinterest names Amazon executive James Dibbo as new CFO

Pinterest announced the appointment of James Dibbo as its new chief financial officer effective October 26. Dibbo previously led financial operat

Spain's PM Pedro Sanchez calls snap election after housing bill defeat

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced a snap election set for November 29 after parliament rejected proposed housing relief measures. Na

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

McDonalds sued in US over alleged AI-powered price coordination across franchises

McDonald's is facing a federal lawsuit for allegedly coordinating prices with franchises using an AI-powered pricing system. The complaint claims

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

'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

Bypolls in 5 assembly seats, 1 Lok Sabha constituency today: Early test for Suvendu in Bengal, Vijay in TN

The Election Commission (EC) will today hold bypolls for five Assembly seats and one Lok Sabha constituency across Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam

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

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

The US said China was priming a trade superweapon. Then it vanished

LOGINK, originally a project to improve cargo logistics, has seen its international efforts falter significantly. The platform lost key partnersh

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

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

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

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

Morning Brief Podcast: Flydubai Incident: Can Aviation Security Stop the Threat From Within?

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

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

Iran's president, FM vow defence of national interests

Digital Desk | Tehran, Oct 6 (IANS) Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi met with visiting Armenian Forei

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.

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

MTDC

SHILLONG, Oct 5: The Meghalaya Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) has been unable to furnish a formal policy, eligibility criteria, proposal

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