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India aims to expand space economy from USD 8.4 billion to USD 44 billion amid rising private participation: IN-SPACe official

Rising demand for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites for internet connectivity and Earth observation, coupled with increased launch capacity throug

Nazriya Trolled Over Dubai Look

Trolls dragged up the 2013 Naiyaandi controversy, accusing the actress of hypocrisy over her fashion choices and public image

India-Liechtenstein ties get boost during Hereditary Prince Alois' visit; expanded trade, technology, and investment in focus

Days after the first anniversary of the operationalisation of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), the state visit of

Discover Liwa International Festival 2027 in Abu Dhabi

Set against the backdrop of Tal Moreeb, the UAEs tallest dune at more than 300 metres, the festival offers visitors a chance to experience the dr

Tredence Named as an Industry Leader in ISG Provider Lens Agentic AI Services

San Jose (California) [US]/ Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 27: Tredence, a leading AI and data science company, has been recognized as a

Varun, Kriti Dub for Hindi Obsession

Digital release reunites the actors

DIARY-Political and General News Events from October 27

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The Past Is Not a Prop

From the backlash over Prabhas Fauzi to the scrutiny of Salmans Maatrubhumi, films reignite the debate over cinematic freedom and historical accu

EU Commission proposes expanding powers of border police force

The European Commission proposed a

Congresss Allegations on Voter Fraud Baseless, Says Karnataka Opposition Leader

Karnatakas opposition leader dismisses Congresss claims of voter fraud, asserting no evidence has been presented. Congresss Allegations on Voter

Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, returns to Australia after speaking out about estranged father Thomas Markle on sexual abuse claims

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is set to return to Australia in 2027 to appear on Junior MasterChef Australia. Her upcoming television pro

'Muslim Brotherhood wants to install Sharia law': RFK Jr. goes on fiery rant against Abdul El-Sayed

South Africa's 2026 maize harvest is the country's largest on record, CEC says

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Wabtec bags $94 mn Vande Bharat Sleeper deal, eyes India as export hub

Wabtec secures a $94 million Vande Bharat Sleeper deal with Indian Railways and plans to develop India as a global manufacturing and engineering

In 2016, a North Carolina solar company began using 80 sheep alongside mechanical and chemical methods; the operation later grew to 590 sheep across 300 acres

North Carolina has employed sheep for vegetation management in solar farms to reduce mechanical maintenance. This strategy began as an experiment

UN inquiry says Israel kept committing genocide in Gaza after truce

Israel continued to commit genocide in Gaza

Delays in resolving land-related issues will not be tolerated: Ponguleti

Protest in Shivamogga over delay in allotting houses under Ashraya Scheme

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Cybercrime police uncover two more SIM box farms in Tamil Nadu

Technical investigation reveals inter-State links in illegal SIM box network; 10 devices seized from Tiruchirappalli and Thanjavur

BJP State general secretary seeks seizure of Anbil Maheshs assets in alleged 100-crore scam

6,000 personnel deployed for cyclone-related power restoration in A.P.

Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar directs distribution company CMDs to monitor the situation on the ground; 1912 helpline equipped to handle 3

Rivers in north Andhra under watch amid cyclone-triggered rains

The OCI-Dentity Crisis

When an OCI card becomes a potential exit pass, the question is whether the right to stay comes with the absolute freedom to speak

How Can Regime Change Happen When CEC, EVMs Are Yours?: Priyank Kharge

He said concerns had been raised over Form 6, pre-printed bulk Form 7 applications, and deficiencies in the software and the ERONET system, and t

Territorial Issue Must Be Resolved Through Legal Means: Odisha CM

Majhi accuses BJD chief of politicising sensitive matter

Proposed insurance distributions norms: IRDAI Chief says I am in the listening mode

IRDAI has extended the deadline to submit feedback on its proposed distribution reforms to October 31, 2026,from the earlier October 25, 2026

India considers measures to promote local production of 100 critical inputs, government official says

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Prepare cost estimates for upgrading sports facility in Dharwad, officials told

Principal Secretary Naveen Raj Singh inspects sports infrastructure in the district, issues directions to officials, meets Hubballi-Dharwad West

Gold smuggling funds Islamic State-linked insurgency in eastern Congo, report says

An Islamic State-aligned insurgency in eastern Congo generates most of its revenue from gold production and smuggling, allowing it to finance its

Bharath urges Kurnool voters to back NDA for continued development

Industries Minister says issues that had remained unresolved for decades were addressed, and measures were being undertaken to alleviate traffic

Kadambrayar River pollution: PCB seeks action-taken report from Thrikkakara municipality

The agency had issued a notice to the civic body under the provisions of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, seeking details of

C.T. Ravi dares Congress to file cases against BLOs and electoral registration officers for vote chori

Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is a completely decentralised process as mandated by the Constitution done by respective Stat

Andhra Pradesh wins national awards for tourism initiatives

Minister Kandula Durgesh receives Excellence in Tourism Leadership award at 69th Indian Travel Congress in Kolkata

MLC seeks bus shelters for university students

Writes to RDPR Minister, seeks priority for Bedarapur and Venkataiahna Chathra

27 Architecture Students of IPS Academy Undertake International Study Tour to Dubai and Abu Dhabi

PNN Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], October 27: Twenty-seven students of the School of Architecture, IPS Academy, Indore, participated in an int

Healthy diet unaffordable for 36% of Indians in 2025, says KPMG report

The report says nearly 520.1 million people could not afford a healthy diet in 2025, highlighting gaps in nutrition security despite food product

Cricket-Australia fight back in decisive test v South Africa

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After US's FORTRESS plan and UK's 'Be Ready' campaign, Japan issues advisory for households to prepare for emergencies. Here's all we know

In light of potential natural disasters such as earthquakes, Japan's government encourages its citizens to stock essential supplies for up to thr

Congress demand for 150-200 seats in UP unreasonable: AAP's Sanjay Singh

AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh expressed concerns over Congress's demand for 150-200 seats in Uttar Pradesh. He referenced Congress's previous

Keralam Private Bus Operators Announce Indefinite Strike From Nov 3

The bus operators said discussions with Transport Minister C P John on October 10 had failed to yield a favourable outcome, leaving them with no

Cipla Q2 net profit falls 35% to 878 cr as US business weighs on sales

Cipla's consolidated revenue declined 2.4% to Rs 7,404 crore in Q2 FY27 as its North America and API businesses weakened, while India revenue gre

Viksit Bharat to be built on strong foundations of scientific research and spirit of innovation: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2026 in New Delhi. The conclave aims to gather

Taking Israel onto a new path: Gadi Eisenkot casts vote in Knesset elections as turnout hits 31.5%

Yashar Party chairman Gadi Eisenkot, along with his wife Hannah, cast their votes in the Knesset elections on Tuesday, pledging to take the count

Thrissur MLA seeks urgent action to ease shortage of captive elephants in Keralam

Rajan J. Pallan calls for streamlined, time-bound clearances to bring elephants from other States while ensuring animal welfare and safety

Sweet shops gear up for Deepavali buyers

Soccer-Essen gates sealed as Leipzig Cup welcome turns concrete

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India playing solid role in developing other nations: Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu

Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu on Tuesday emphasised that India is playing a very solid role not only in developing our country

Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, Melanie Laurent begin shooting for Ritesh Batra

Filmmaker Ritesh Batra has begun principal photography for 'Long Years Ago', a comedy-drama starring Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan and French actor

Cruel jail conditions caused dozens of Nigerian miners to suffocate: probe

Screams for help and banging the door yielded no response from guards on duty, according to survivors

L&T Q2 Net Profit Rises 33% to Rs 5,202 cr; Order Inflows Rise 28 per cent

The company had posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 3,926.09 crore in the year-ago period

180 families await drinking water connection after paying deposit to Tirunelveli Corporation

These families, who were allotted houses in Tamil Nadu Urban Livelihood Development Mission apartment, say they paid the deposit amount for water

Consumer body in Coimbatore seeks stronger safeguards for digital transactions

Watch: Serbia protesters storm pro-Vucic TV newsroom, capture editor

Live footage from Informer TV showed around 30 protesters entering the newsroom and gathering around Vucicevic. Some shouted, This is how it is i

Omar cabinet expansion ends speculation, sparks discontent

With the latest expansion, the Council of Ministers now has nine members, including the Chief Minister.

Tata Capital Q2FY27 results: Net profit surges 51% to 1,660 crore

Tata Capital on Tuesday reported a 51 per cent growth in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,660 crore for the September quarter of FY27. The company

Odoo 20 Boosts Business Operations with Enhanced India-Specific Compliance Features

The company enters the next phase from a position of considerable growth. Its 2026 billing revenue is expected to reach approximately 900 million

Jamia teachers accuse political actors of interfering in campus protest

Teachers at Jamia Millia Islamia have raised concerns regarding ongoing student protests on the campus. They accuse political actors of trying to

Seven MEMU passenger trains cancelled in Guntur region due to cyclone Arnab

SRMIST students showcase semiconductor innovation from research to industry projects

Works involve power semiconductor devices for railway applications and secure RISC-V processor research

BRICS Parliamentary Forum Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack; Calls for Zero Tolerance and End To Cross-Border Terror

The forum expressed deep concern over the continued escalation of tensions in the Middle East/West Asia and called for exercising maximum restrai

Rooftop solar vendors in Coimbatore urge Energy Minister to simplify procedures to boost installations

Tell Modi to sack Gyanesh Kumar: Rahul Gandhi responds to traders on rally

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged Delhi traders to tell PM Narendra Modi to sack Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, promising that prote

Life insurers seek longer glide path to proposed distribution reforms

Industry leaders back customer-centric changes but flag impact of commission caps, expense limits, and uniform implementation timelines

Did Akhilesh Yadav Remove His Red Cap To Wear A Saffron Turban?

Journalist Piyush Rai confirmed to BOOM that Yadavs turban was red, not saffron as claimed in news reports.

Michael Carrick To Remain Manchester United Boss For Chelsea Clash: Reports

Carrick's future as United manager has been the subject of intense speculation after a run of eight games without a win

Voters in Israel Seek Peace and Democracy in 26th Knesset Elections

In the 26th Knesset elections, Israeli voters express hope for peace and confidence in democracy amid significant political changes. Voters in Is

Netanyahus rival Eisenkot urges voters to unseat worst govt in Israeli history

I call on all citizens of Israel to go vote, not to buckle under the heat or the disruptions, to stick to the mission: to replace tonight the wor

Apple iPhone Duo display issues: Who can request a replacement as cracks emerge near the hinge and Apple responds to customer complaints?

Apple has acknowledged display issues affecting some iPhone Duo units and is offering replacements for affected devices. Customers experiencing p

Delhi's pollution puzzle: New study to reveal what's changed in a decade

A comprehensive study will evaluate how pollution sources in Delhi have changed over the past decade. This initiative employs high-resolution map

India, Indonesia begin joint Special Forces exercise Garuda Shakti in Banyuwangi

The 11th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise, Garuda Shakti, has begun at Banyuwangi, Indonesia. It will run from Octobe

From maize to coffee, El Nino likely to affect various crops across the world

The ongoing weather even is likely to raise risk of droughts, which increased by 11-12 pp in the past, say experts

Derivatives trading may need more guardrails, says Sebi's KVR Murty

Business Standard BFSI Summit: Sebi's KVR Murty says the regulator is considering whether more guardrails are needed for derivatives trading, par

Aavin Hikes Prices of Ghee, Butter, and Milk By-Products Across TN

The revised rates for a total of 67 Aavin products were set to come into effect across the state starting October 28

UP to seek public ideas through MyGov UP for Ayodhya Deepotsav

Public ideas and youth participation will help shape Uttar Pradeshs plans for Deepotsav 2026 in Ayodhya, with Tourism and Culture Minister Jaivee

I Can't Make 100 Off 30 Or 34 Balls: Yuvraj's Epic Praise For Abhishek

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh had a playful message for his former protg Abhishek Sharma after the left-handed batter smashed a sensation

Guntur Collector directs officials to safeguard election materials

Inspecting the strong room and election material distribution centre, Saikanth Varma stresses the need for smooth vehicle movement at the recepti

Air India Unveils New Amenities Blending Luxury with Indias Artistic Heritage

The new collection brings together contemporary luxury and India's rich artistic heritage.

Nobel committee says Venezuela needs democratic change despite Maria Machados return

The Norwegian committee awards the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize, and last year gave the nod to Maria Machado for her work promoting democratic r

AI Will Shift Focus From Spectacle to Storytelling: Rajiv Chilaka

Chilaka, founder of Green Gold Animations and the creator of Chhota Bheem, joins DC Conversations to talk about his journey from software enginee

SIMBEX-2026 concludes at Visakhapatnam; India, Singapore navies strengthen maritime ties

The 33rd edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX-2026) concluded on October 26 at Visakhapatnam. The Indian Navy hoste

Tata Power in MoU with BPCL to develop 110 kV power infra at Mumbai refinery project

The project will meet the 90 MW power requirement of BPCL's Petro Resid Fluidised Catalytic Cracking Unit (PRFCCU) project at its Mumbai refinery

Tata Power in MoU with BPCL to develop 110 kV power infra at Mumbai refinery project

The project will meet the 90 MW power requirement of BPCL's Petro Resid Fluidised Catalytic Cracking Unit (PRFCCU) project at its Mumbai refinery

Flight Of Fancy, Perfect Attitude, Battle Crown, Shining Dwan and Pledge shine

Flight Of Fancy, Perfect Attitude, Battle Crown, Shining Dwan and Pledge shine

CM Vijay to chair T.N. Cabinet meeting on October 29

Several key policy decisions are expected to be taken

CM Vijay to chair T.N. Cabinet meeting on October 29

Several key policy decisions are expected to be taken

India must make its defence chips end-to-end, say scientists

At The Hindu Semiconductor Summit, V.K. Saraswat, A. Sivathanu Pillai and Deleep Nair warn that imported chips leave network-centric weapons vuln

India must make its defence chips end-to-end, say scientists

At The Hindu Semiconductor Summit, V.K. Saraswat, A. Sivathanu Pillai and Deleep Nair warn that imported chips leave network-centric weapons vuln

SIFs vs PMS: Experts explain who should invest and who should stay away

Business Standard Smart Investor Arena 2026: Experts explained how specialised investment options differ and why investors should build a core po