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Udhampur Woman Dies After Stepson Allegedly Sets Her on Fire

Sushma Devi, 40, suffered 70% burns after allegedly being doused with diesel and set ablaze at her Housing Colony residence; police detain the ac

In 1892, Jesse Reno tilted a moving walkway to 25 degrees; four years later, about 75,000 people rode his strange new inclined elevator at Coney Island

In 1892, Jesse Wilford Reno patented a moving conveyor designed to transport people between different levels. His invention was first exhibited a

Krishnaraj, Tamil playback singer known for collaborating with Deva, dies; actor Sarath Kumar pays tribute

Tamil playback singer Krishnaraj, known for his collaborations with composer Deva, has passed away. His death comes just days after Deva's demise

Owaisi Urges DGCA to Rescue 4,000 Stranded Indian Umrah Pilgrims

If the DGCA does not grant permission, we demand that the Central government dispatch a special aircraft to bring these Umrah pilgrims to India,

Lockheed, Pentagon strike initial deal to produce 850 F-35 jets

Lockheed Martin has entered into an agreement to produce 850 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets over the next decade. The contract is not an order bu

UGC-NET, Research Fellowship Exams: Over 2 Lakh Apply, Registration Ends Soon

UGC NET and Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 registrations have crossed 2.19 lakh. Check application numbers, the October 28 deadline and officia

Glass Roof, 360-degree Views: Vistadome Coach Introduced on Sengottai-Punalur Guruvayur Express

The special glass-roofed coach, currently operating on a three-month trial basis until January 15, runs four days a week

Sony India FY26 net profit rises 19% to 187 crore, revenue grows 0.85%

Sony India's revenue from operations rose 0.85% to 7,918 crore in FY26, while total income increased 1.32% to 8,023 crore, according to regulator

Sonia Gandhi Debuts on Instagram to Unveil First Look of Memoir

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi made her official Instagram debut on Thursday, sharing an unboxing video to unveil the first look at her upcoming me

Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026 closes with a blueprint for India's next export leap

New Delhi [India], October 22: India's combined goods and services exports reached an all-time high of $863.1 billion in FY26, according to the M

Houthis claim Saudi Arabia targeted boat carrying 14 Indians; launch rescue ops

Every time Rahul Gandhi goes abroad, he engages with Ilhan Omar & Soros gang: Nishikant Dubey

RCB Will Feel Less Pressure Because They Won The Title: Reema Malhotra

RCB need an Indian all-rounder to fill the number seven spot if they make Richa Ghosh bat at number four, alongside quality backups, says Reema M

Government can be changed only through legitimate poll process, BJP misleading people on SIR: NCP (SP)

The Nationalist Congress Party has accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party of misleading the public. NCP national spokesperson Clyde Crasto emp

Zohran Mamdani Says It Was 'Honour' To Join Hindu New Yorkers Celebrating Navratri After Failed Temple Attack

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani joins Hindu community celebrations in Queens in the backdrop of a foiled temple attack in Illinois.

Air India Starts Work On Delhi MRO Facility

Air India has commenced construction of a new multi-facility Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) hangar at Delhi's Indira Gandhi Internationa

Africa must own its digital future or risk exploitation, says Luminate CEO

Nigeria reportedly bleeds millions of dollars annually due to its reliance on cloud infrastructure controlled by a handful of foreign big tech fi

First terrorism, then Naxalism, now drugs: By 2029, Amit Shah sets hard deadline to wipe out Indias narcotics menace & Punjab crisis

Union home minister Amit Shah has set December 31, 2029, as the target to make India drug-free, saying the Centre will focus on tackling the narc

NDA Accuses YSRCP of Obstructing AP Local Body Polls, Reaffirms Respect for CEC

The statement comes in the wake of the State Election Commission halting polls in 100 urban local bodies (ULB), following Supreme Court (SC) orde

Rupee's 8-Day Winning Streak: RBI, Jio IPO Boost Currency

The Indian rupee has achieved its longest winning streak in nearly eight years, appreciating for eight consecutive sessions to close at a six-wee

'He Looks Better Today': Hazlewood Confirms Smith Will Bat After Neck Discomfort

Josh Hazlewood: Australia fast-bowler Josh Hazlewood has confirmed that veteran Steve Smith will be batting on Day 5 despite the neck discomfort

Sofa Vergara's Beverly Hills villa listed for $19.6m, sold for $13.7m

Sofa Vergara has officially sold her stunning Tuscan-style estate in Beverly Hills for $13.7 million in April 2024. Initially listed at $19.6 mil

French city of Lyon bans all protests on October 24

The mayor of Lyon, Gregory Doucet, has said that his city experienced hours of chaos during the riots, with between 150 and 200 shops looted and

High Fees Lead to 800 MBBS Seats Vacant in Deemed Universities Across TN, Puducherry

According to Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) sources, of the total 837 unfilled MBBS seats across the country (including All India Quota seat

Ranbir Kapoor Apologises for Dussehra Speech Slip-Up as Ramayana Ticket Prices Spark Debate

Ranbir Kapoor apologised after a verbal slip-up during a Dussehra event in Kolkata sparked social media backlash. The actor clarified his intende

'I'm Not Safe': Ilhan Omar ABANDONS Her D.C. Home After DHS Raid Amid 'Marriage With Brother' Row

US Representative Ilhan Omar says she plans to move out of her Washington, DC, home after federal agents searched the property last week, leaving

SCs ban on mid-term fee hikes highlights Indias professional education crisis

INDIA Bloc Leaders Virtual Meeting on Vote Chori Protests Deferred

The meeting was to be held on Thursday evening to deliberate on the roadmap for protests over the vote chori issue and on ways to press for the C

Himadri Speciality Chemicals plans Rs 1,613-cr capacity expansion across key businesses

Himadri Speciality Chemicals Ltd is implementing a growth strategy focused on capacity expansion and investment. The company plans to invest in l

They Believe 2020 Was Stolen. They Could Be in Charge of Elections in 2028

A host of election-denying candidates are running for attorney general in states across the country.

Markets extend decline for third consecutive session, Sensex falls 460 points, Nifty below 22,700

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their decline for a third consecutive session amid elevated crude oil prices and escalating geopoliti

In a first, Australia's Ghost Shark submarine turns into aerial drone launchpad

Australia's Ghost Shark submarine has impressively demonstrated its ability to launch aerial drones for military applications. Capable of deployi

Chinas Stock Market Enters Bear Territory: Key Reasons Behind the 20% Drop in the CSI 300 Index

Chinas major equity benchmark, the CSI 300 Index, fell as much as 1.6% in trading, completing a 20% decline from its June peak and officially ent

John Anderson, Country Music Hall of Famer, net worth: How Swingin and Seminole wind artist built his $7 million fortune

Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson, best known for hits like Swingin and Seminole Wind, has died at 71. With an estimated net worth of $7

Bat Appreciation Week | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

Lives In Pakistan, Just Like Bin Laden: India Slams UN Over Calling Dawood Ibrahim An India-Based Gangster

India has strongly criticised a United Nations report for describing Dawood Ibrahim-led D-Company as an India-based criminal group. New Delhi cal

NCDEX launches NDEX, FINNDEX equity indices

NCDEX expands into equity space with rule-based indices NDEX and FINNDEX, signaling a broader market infrastructure push and real-time index offe

Schools Closed Today? Dakshina Kannada Extends Dasara Break

Are schools closed in Dakshina Kannada today? The district has extended the Dasara break by one day. Get the latest updates on school reopening,

Next 30 years, you wont get a chance: HM Amit Shah hits at Rahul Gandhi, Kejriwal over protests

Anti-Indian hate is exploding: US lawmaker Raja Krishnamoorthi blames big tech firms

Prabhas Rs 60 crore Hyderabad villa: Inside Baahubali stars luxurious Jubilee Hills home with grand staircase, modern interiors and lush greenery

Prabhas, the renowned Telugu actor, lives in a stunning villa situated in the Jubilee Hills area of Hyderabad, valued at around Rs 60 crore. The

After nod for Aluva plant, Kerala Water Authority reconsidering its pilot 10 MLD desalination project at Munambam

Desalination project, proposed by previous LDF govt, was envisaged as a solution to persistent drinking water crisis in coastal regions of Ernaku

Keep Learning New Skills, Jobs Will be There: Andrew Ng On 'AI Jobapocalypse' Fear At NDTV World Summit

AI pioneer Andrew Ng says new skills will be essential for the jobs of 2028 and beyond, even as he argues that AI could create more jobs than it

Interstate Heroin Network Busted By Delhi Police

Delhi Police have successfully dismantled an alleged interstate heroin manufacturing and supply network, arresting seven individuals and seizing

Indian National Among Two Killed In Dammam Airport Attack In Saudi Arabia; Two Other Indians Injured

Dia Mirza opens up on completing 25 years in cinema; says, Ive pursued meaning over material

Actor Dia Mirza reflected on her 25-year journey in the film industry as Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein completed 25 years this month. The actor, who

Saif Ali Khan shares a glimpse of his farm-to-table meals and poolside relaxation; see post

Saif Ali Khan recently offered a glimpse into his personal life, sharing moments from a leisurely day that featured fresh food and some time by t

Producer Ritesh Sidhwani shares how Gurmmeet Singh took inspiration from Amar Akbar Anthony for Mirzapur The Movie

Over the years, producer Ritesh Sidhwani and his banner, Excel Entertainment, have provided a number of memorable and successful films. Continuin

Neil Nitin Mukesh and Kashika Kapoor explore heartbreak and betrayal in Bewafa Se; song out now

Kashish Music released Bewafa Se, a new music video featuring Neil Nitin Mukesh and Kashika Kapoor. Produced, composed and written by Abhishek Th

Ayushmann Khurrana reveals Guneet Monga Kapoor took his first-ever audition; says, We've stayed in touch ever since

Ayushmann Khurrana has revealed an interesting connection with Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor as the two come together for Udta Teer.

Bigg Boss 20: Saqib Saleem, Snehil Mishra extend support to Asif Khan after clash with Qazi Touqeer over heart attack remark

Actor Saqib Saleem and actress Snehil Mishra have extended their support to Bigg Boss 20 contestant Asif Khan following his heated confrontation

Ambala-Mohali Six-Lane Expressway Set To Open On 15 December, To Cut Travel Time By Up To 50 Minutes

Vandalur Zoo Closes Due to Bird Flu Spread Threat

The Vandalur Zoo will not allow visitors on October 22 and 23 as a precautionary measure following confirmation of H5N1 Avian Influenza infection

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In a major international milestone for Indian cinema, the feature film Kidney has been selected for the prestigious Critics Picks Competition at

Seven oil tankers hit or damaged in Strait of Hormuz: Iran

Tehran: Seven oil tankers caught fire or were damaged in the Strait of Hormuz overnight after being hit by Iran or striking naval mines, Tehran s

National Conference Afraid Of Defeat, Avoiding Panchayat Polls In J

SRINAGAR, Oct 22: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Thursday accused the National Conference-led government of delaying Panchayat and municipa

Bengaluru Employee Pressured To Quit By Manager For Having 'High' Salary Ahead Of Appraisal

Bengaluru employee reveals manager pressuring resignation over high salary before appraisal.

SBI data breach: How the bank discovered the leak and what followed

In a stock exchange filing, SBI said it had experienced an incident involving the loss of certain data. It said on October 16, 2026, it received

Operation Ganga: Mohanlal teams up with Ugandas viral dance group Ghetto Kids

Mohanlal has announced that Ugandas popular dance group Ghetto Kids will join his upcoming action thriller Operation Ganga, directed by Vishnu Mo

Barclays to cut 5,000 jobs as AI drives cost-saving push and lender seeks to improve returns

Barclays plans to cut 5,000 jobs by the end of 2026 as it uses AI to reduce costs and improve returns. The move comes as third-quarter profit mis

Addressing discrimination: building safer, inclusive campuses

Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France; patient dies

French health authorities reported the emergence of the Shamonda virus in a human for the first time. This case involved a severely immunocomprom

Why some people struggle to say no even when exhausted, according to psychology

Saying yes to others' requests can be a common pattern for people-pleasers, leading to stress and overcommitment. This habit stems from a fear of

Sunday Soul Sante Brings Festive Diwali Edition to The Bay at Ecoworld

Combining festive shopping, music and immersive experiences, the Diwali edition promises a lively celebration for families, friends and shoppers.

CSI 300 Plunges 20% Into Bear Territory as Historic 10-Week Losing Streak Sparks Global Sell-Off Alarm

58% of engineers want FDE roles, but 90% lack upskilling roadmap: Report

A report reveals that nearly 58 percent of engineers desire to transition into forward-deployed engineering roles. Despite this interest, nine in

Jailer 2: Apeksha Porwal calls working with Rajinikanth a surreal experience

Apeksha Porwal has opened up about working with Rajinikanth in Jailer 2, calling it a surreal experience. The actress praised his humility, kindn

Why are Andhra Pradeshs civic poll nominations under the Supreme Courts scrutiny? | Explained

The Supreme Court has asked the State Election Commission to decide where candidates were unable to file nominations

Rogue AI? US banks sound alarm over unauthorised access by 'agents'

Top US banks, including Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase, are implementing restrictions on third-party AI access amid security worries. These in

KKR, OTPP-backed Vertis eyes IPO filing by January, public listing by April 2027

KKR- and OTPP-backed Vertis Infrastructure Trust plans to file a draft offer document by December and list publicly by April-May 2027, with the s

'Congress won't come to power for next 30 years': Amit Shah launches scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and said Congress wont

Babil Khan calls scuba diving a beautiful way to connect with the ocean

Babil Khan has earned his Specialty Diver certification, calling scuba diving a beautiful way to connect with the ocean. The actor described bein

Palestinian Citizens Face a Tough Choice in Israels Election: Vote or Boycott?

Having devoted most of my academic career to studying relations between Israel and its Palestinian citizens, I see the question facing Palestinia

Court Rejects Plea to Shift Mini Cooper Crash Accused to Central Prison

Suhail's admission to the Borstal School, which houses prisoners aged between 18 and 21, had earlier drawn criticism

Greenlight Family Hub (2026): Finally, a Digital Wall Calendar With a Voice Assistant

After testing multiple models, I

Judge orders Meta to pay $25 billion to New Mexico in Cambridge Analytica case

A New Mexico judge ruled Wednesday that Meta must pay $25 billion to the state after a jury found last month that the social media giant had dece

Havells India Q2 Results: Net Profit Surges 11% to 353 Crore as Revenue

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In 1962, Willis Whitfield built a room that continuously swept dust away with filtered air; the idea became essential for computer chips, NASA and modern electronics

Willis Whitfield's innovative cleanroom concept emerged at Sandia National Laboratories to combat contamination issues in engineering. By introdu

Indian national killed in Saudi airport attack, 2 others injured

The attack comes amid escalating drone and missile strikes targeting Saudi Arabias airports, energy installations and other critical infrastructu

Barclays to slash 5,000 jobs by 2026-end as AI takes on bigger role in bank's operations

Indian Athletes Shine at 2026 Asian Para Games, President Congratulates Medal Winners

President Murmu congratulates Indian athletes for their remarkable achievements at the 2026 Asian Para Games, including gold in discus throw. Ind

SBI data breach: What information was exposed and what customers should do

The Reserve Bank of India should direct all regulated entities to notify customers of personal data breaches within a fixed period, pending the c

India condemns attacks on Dammam airport, Aramco oil field

India has condemned attacks on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and Saudi Aramcos Shaybah oil field in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, Octobe

Poonam Dhillon responds to Upasana Singhs allegations over CINTAA funds

Poonam Dhillon has addressed allegations by Upasana Singh and Nagma over CINTAAs Rs 90 lakh FDs. The association president said every penny is ac

Jio Platforms' Rs 30,213 Crore IPO Subscribed in Historic Record Time

How to register to vote in the 2026 US midterms: Deadlines, ID rules and what to know state by state

US Midterm election 2026: More than 11 million Americans had voted early in the 2026 US midterm elections by October 20, ahead of the November 3

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Raihan Vadra claims forced to take down images of Tiranga from show

New Delhi: Artist and photographer Raihan Vadra, the son of Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Robert Vadra, on Wednesday, October 21, said the Bikaner Ho

Unrest Grows as 3rd Cabinet Meeting Passes Without DA Hike Decision Ahead of Diwali