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India-New Zealand FTA to boost New Delhi's trade diversification strategy

The trade pact, effective Tuesday, offers duty-free access to Indian exports, targeted tariff concessions and a $20 billion investment commitment

INS Sudarshini Sets Sail from Oman, Promoting Indias Maritime Heritage

INS Sudarshini embarks on its historic intercontinental journey from Oman, showcasing Indias maritime heritage and fostering international naval

Saudi coalition says two pilots killed in chopper crash near Yemen

The coalition blamed a echnical malfunction for the incident, which inflicted its first military fatalities since the long-running war with the

A.P. urged to reform hospital billing practices

Stakeholders urge the State government to ensure item-wise disclosure of medicine and medical device costs in hospital bills to improve transpare

Sting operations have shifted to Vidhana Soudha from KPCC office, says Vijayendra

Dissidence against Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has begun, according to the BJP State president

CJP alleges delay in release of Das, Ranka; four sureties rejected

New Delhi: The bail hearing of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka was delayed on Sunday, October 18, as the Specia

YSRCPs call for Presidents rule in Andhra Pradesh a political ploy, says TDP State president Palla Srinivasa Rao

It has been the opposition partys habit to foment trouble for political gain and then shift the blame on the government, the TDP leader observes,

Major Crackdown on Illegal Sand Mining in Nanded, Equipment Worth

Police in Nanded seized and destroyed illegal sand mining equipment valued at 3.15 crore in a major operation on October 16. Major Crackdown on I

Music composer Deva laid to rest with full state honours in Ranipet district

Leaders of various political parties, senior government officials, and members of cine-associations paid their respects. The public were also all

GSI to organise special drive to collect e-waste from October 21 to 23

Crude faces volatile week as W Asia supply risks keep mkts tense: Analysts

Crude oil prices are poised for another volatile week, with supply worries in West Asia keeping markets on edge and stalled US-Iran talks adding

Huckabee slams Israeli attack on US journalist in West Bank

Washington: US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee sharply condemned settler violence during an olive harvest in the West Bank that injured severa

6,199 Booked for Drunk Driving in Keralam Police Drive

Ernakulam rural recorded the highest number of cases, with 710 people booked, followed by Thiruvananthapuram rural with 497 and Kottayam district

Kullu Dussehra Celebrated at Canadas Parliament Hill, CM Sukhu Addresses Attendees

Kullu Dussehra was celebrated at Ottawas Parliament Hill, highlighting Himachal Pradeshs cultural heritage and community spirit. Kullu Dussehra C

Thenisai Thendral Deva Laid to Rest Amid Tears, Tributes

Thousands of people gathered at the site to pay their last respects to the celebrated music director

Top news of the day: Seven arrested as death toll in Kolkata Durga Puja stampede reaches 19; Congress says nothing can save CEC, demands SIR be suspended, and more

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Underpasses in Dindigul create more problems than pave way for solutions

Thousands witness Cauvery Theerthodbhava at Talacauvery

Formula 1 Has A Great Fanbase In India, It Has To Come Here, Says Finnish Great Hakkinen

Hakkinen said he realised the scale of Formula One's following in India after arriving in the country, with the Indian government setting in moti

Asian Para Games 2026 Kick Off in Nagoya with 168 Athletes from India

The Asian Para Games 2026 has officially begun in Nagoya, featuring 168 Indian athletes competing in 11 sports. Asian Para Games 2026 Kick Off in

Keralam Govt Cancels Bakerys Licence To Sell Horti Wine

Excise Department also changed the concerned Abkari Deputy Commissioner, C K Anilkumar, who handled the application to grant the licence to a bak

Forest Department creating hurdles in implementing KUSUM-C scheme for farmers, Poojary complains to Shivakumar

Despite directions from senior officials, the department has not cleared acacia trees on three sites identified for the scheme in Udupi district

Animal sacrifice banned at Bishtadevi Fair in Khanapur

Eugenio Chacarra holds his own, wins DP World India Championship

The Spaniard overtakes Reed to take the top spot in the Race to Dubai standings with his two-shot win; New Zealands Hillier finishes second, than

Digital media threatening book culture, says Marulasiddappa at Dasara literary event

Pakistan Cricket Team to Wear Pink Jerseys for Breast Cancer Awareness Against England

The Pakistan cricket team will promote breast cancer awareness by wearing pink jerseys in an ODI match against England on October 25. Pakistan Cr

Himadri's H1FY27 profit rises 29% to 460 crore on speciality growth

Revenue from operations rose 43% to Rs 3,123 crore in H1FY27, while EBITDA increased 30% to Rs 616 crore, supported by an improved product mix an

Gold and silver head for volatile week amid crude oil spike, West Asia worries

Investors to track Chinese economic data, US housing data, consumer sentiment, inflation expectations and PMI readings from major economies

Two arrested for duping man, daughter of 29.17 lakh in digital arrest scam; police identify links to 16 cases across India

Vettikavala grama panchayat launches scheme to empower farmers

Vedanta invests $600 million to double South African zinc capacity

Vedanta aims to produce 2 million tonnes annually through its subsidiary Hindustan Zinc Ltd and 1 million tonnes through Vedanta Zinc Internation

Airlines have not agreed to shift flights to Navi Mumbai airport, says committee

Airlines first want a discussion on refurbishment of terminal 1 including its scope, timeline, terminal wise capacity and utilisation data

Munseyari Emerges as a Leading Trout Farming Hub in the Himalayas

Munseyari is becoming a key center for trout farming, boosting livelihoods and employment in the Himalayan region. Munseyari Emerges as a Leading

Army officer's wife booked for alleged sharing sensitive information with Chinese agents

An Army officer's wife has been booked in Jammu and Kashmir for alleged espionage-related activities, for allegedly using artificial intelligence

Dog show draws large crowds at J.K. Grounds

Manipur in turmoil again: 15 houses torched; 1 killed, several injured in gun attack

In Chassad village, located in Manipur's Kamjong district, at least 15 houses were burned late Saturday night. Suspected militants attacked the v

Hassan Minister holds meeting on temple premises to finalise expenses for Hasanamba festival

The Minister says expenditure should be kept to a minimum this year because the State was facing severe drought, and asked officers to be vigilan

Uranium supply constraints may challenge global nuclear expansion plans

IAEA says production from existing mines could fall by at least 50% by 2040 even as demand rises sharply by 2050

BJP leaders campaign for Shashil Namoshi ahead of Council polls

Led by the former MLA Amarnath Patil, they seek votes for the party candidate in the North-East Teachers Constituency

TOMCOM deceived 75 youth after collecting 4.5 lakh each for jobs in Germany: Harish Rao

Trump says he's a great dealmaker. His record says otherwise

Donald Trump, known for his negotiation skills, has faced criticism for his failed deals and claims. His presidency has shown that many of his pr

Yemen government forces launch fresh offensive against Houthis

Sanaa: Fierce fighting erupted near Yemens strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait on Sunday, October 18, as government forces launched a fresh offensive

Karnataka extends ration card deadline, KYC via Anna Seva app

Bengaluru: Karnataka ration cardholders can now complete their pending e-KYC verification by November 10, following another extension of the dead

Akasa Air Extends Suspension of Flights to Riyadh and Jeddah Amid Ongoing Middle East Tensions

Akasa Air has extended its flight suspension to Riyadh and Jeddah until October 27 due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Akasa Air Extends

'People from different world': Trump blames immigration for France unrest, warns US

JSS AHER delegation visits Japans AIST

PM Modi, Shah and CEC Kumar will pay price for 'vote chori': Rahul Gandhi

Gandhi joined the Congress's 'Goy Rakhon Yatra' in Margao, walking two kilometres with workers and leaders

Nitin Gadkari's village to become a textile hub?

Roads turn into traps for motorists in Salem city

Motorists, especially two-wheeler rides, cannot notice potholes during rain, leaving them vulnerable to accidents; the pits dug by the corporatio

Punjab BJP Chief Wears Black Turban in Solidarity for Justice in Activists Murder Case

Punjab BJP President Kaul Singh Dhillon pledges to wear a black turban until justice is served for activist Parvinder Singh Jhottas murder. Punja

IDBI Bank staff to hold two-day hunger strike against proposed Fairfax sale

Employees will stage a nationwide hunger strike on November 2-3, demanding that the government halt the proposed sale to Fairfax and retain major

UP in bottom two in Sept sugar inflation table, Tamil Nadu tops

The analysis included three months inputs from esSankhyiki, a data platform developed by Ministry of Statistics and Programme ImplementationTable

Hyderabad retired man duped of Rs 29L in digital arrest fraud

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad cybercrime police have arrested two individuals on Saturday, October 17, for allegedly carrying out a digital arrest fra

First Jamboo Savari rehearsal held at Mysuru palace

The rehearsal included a demonstration of the flower-showering ritual on the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari

Babar Azam Becomes Fifth Pakistani to Score 16,000 Runs in International Cricket

Babar Azam reaches a milestone of 16,000 international runs, becoming the fifth Pakistani player to achieve this feat during a tri-series match.

Bengal CM hints at scrapping VIP gates at Durga Puja pandals after Kolkata stampede

Following a tragic stampede during Durga Puja celebrations, Kolkata Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced reforms for crowd management. The g

Grey bar motel, then get the hell out: Emmers explosive warning to Omar over citizenship claims

150 buffalo pairs race as Kambala debuts at Mysuru Dasara

The event features 150 pairs of buffaloes and is being held for the first time as part of the Dasara celebrations

Dharwad man sent to 20 years RI for raping minor

Frances Macron to give address in wake of violent protests

Ministers have blamed ultra-left groups for the violence, which erupted six months before the French go to the polls to elect Emmanuel Macrons su

Uddhav Couldnt Prevent Regime Change In His Own Party: CM Fadnavis Hits Back UBT

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis said that those seeking a change of government must contest elections and win public support

10-Day Police Custody For 7 Accused In Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Stampede

Police had registered a case of culpable homicide not amounting to murder over the stampede that broke out around 7:40 pm on Saturday amid heavy

Columbus Marathon 2026: How the race raised $15 million for children's healthcare and became America's most meaningful race

Columbus Marathon 2026: Columbus Marathon 2026 brought more than 15,000 runners to Columbus, Ohio and has raised more than $15 million since 2012

Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad shades the early part; Andhra takes control at the end

Cricket: The home side claws its way back into the contest after lunch after the visitor seemed to be in control with a first-wicket century stan

Midnight Attack on KashmirBound Bus in Haryana Sparks Outrage, Demands for Strict Action

The bus, operated by Kashmirbased Star World Ventures, was travelling from Delhi to Srinagar with nearly 40 passengers on board when unidentified

Kolkata Tragedy: Chief Minister to Meet Victims Families and Distribute Compensation Checks

West Bengals Chief Minister to meet families of victims from the Kolkata stampede, offering compensation checks on October 20 and 21. Kolkata Tra

1800 Arrested in Paris as Cost-of-Living Protests Erupt Into Violent Riots Across France

Paris police confirmed on Sunday that 1,800 individuals were arrested in the capital region alone following a violent escalation during nationwid

Amit Shah to visit Punjab on October 20, says BJP leader Ravneet Bittu

Punjab welcomes Honble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji on his visit to Punjab on 20th October, Ravneet Bittu said

Matata sets event record at Delhi half marathon

The Kenyans sweep the mens podium; Alemu wins the womens title

Modi, Shah and CEC Gyanesh Will Pay Price for Vote Chori: Rahul Gandhi

Gandhi joined the Congress's 'Goy Rakhon Yatra' in Margao, walking two kilometres with workers and leaders

Grand illumination, drone show trigger traffic chaos in Mysuru

The worst congestion was reported in the city centre, particularly around the Mysuru Palace and Dasara Exhibition grounds, where the spectacular

NCRTC Celebrates Namo Bharat Day 2026 Marking Three Years of Service

NCRTC commemorates Namo Bharat Day 2026, highlighting achievements and future plans for regional connectivity. NCRTC Celebrates Namo Bharat Day 2

CVC seeks linking of pending traffic challans with insurance renewal

Egypt pledges support for Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate

Egypt announced its willingness to provide military assistance to Saudi Arabia to ensure its security and stability. President Abdel Fattah al-Si

Trump urges France to close borders over immigration, says country is burning

Donald Trump has advised France to close its borders and manage immigration to confront ongoing problems. He claimed that diversity has contribut

Anand Sharma urges restoring credibility of election system amid

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'BJP conspiring to add fake votes': Akhilesh makes big claim, questions need for SSR

Akhilesh Yadav has accused the BJP of manipulating electoral rolls by adding fake votes and deleting genuine votes. He urged party workers to rem

BJP Leaders Criticize Abhijit Dipkes Conditional Bail Amid Festival Disruptions

BJP leaders express outrage over Abhijit Dipkes conditional bail, accusing him of disrupting festivals and causing public distress. BJP Leaders C

DRI Seizes 137 Kg Meth Worth Rs 100 Cr in Tamil Nadu

The consignment was intended to be smuggled to Sri Lanka through mid-sea transfer

Final electoral roll after SSR to be published in Coimbatore on January 4, 2027

Opinion: Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede: Suvendu Adhikari's First Major Challenge As Chief Minister

The tragedy is not simply a question of how a single puja committee organised its festival. It is also a test of the administration's ability to

Meet Sgiath: The mountain rescue Labrador who has won IFAWs 2026 Animal of the Year Award

In 2001, Tony Bennett and his wife opened an arts school for 250 students; how it looks 25 years later

Heavy Rain Floods Streets in Seoul, Disrupts Daily Life

Torrential rain in Seoul caused severe flooding, emergency calls, and transportation disruptions, affecting the citys daily activities. Heavy Rai

Two held in Haryana for allegedly attacking Srinagar-bound bus

Kashmir leaders condemn attack; Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said his office had taken up the matter with the Haryana government

Drishyam 3 Surpasses Hanuman Ansh at Box Office, Emerges as 3rd Highest-Grossing Bollywood Film of 2026

Ajay Devgns crime thriller Drishyam 3 continues its dominant run at the domestic box office, rebounding strongly on its third Saturday despite fa

OMCs Bar Ethanol Made From Sugarcane Juice, Sugar Syrup, B-heavy Molasses From Procurement Tenders

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) on behalf of OMCs last week floated a tender, seeking bids for around 11 billion litres of ethanol for th

Ranji Trophy: Deshpande scalps four as Mumbai shoots out Himachal for 140

Only four home batters manage to make it to double digits on a bouncy track;Musheerand skipper Lad take the visiting side to 107 for two at close

Kolkata: 7 arrested over Durga Puja stampede produced before local court

Police on Sunday produced before a local court the seven arrested persons in connection with the stampede at a Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, which r

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