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India and Greece Discuss Defense and Strategic Cooperation

India and Greece engage in discussions on maritime cooperation and defense strategies in New Delhi, emphasizing coastal security and shipbuilding

Retired judges defend Election Commission, back SIR amid criticism

New Delhi: A group of 42 retired judges have defended the Election Commission against the opposition onslaught and backed the special intensive r

Odisha Gears Up to Host 19th Urban Mobility India Conference

Odisha is gearing up to host the 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference-cum-Exhibition and the 2nd National Urban Conclave, with the Minister

Indian Railways Announces 3,548 Job Openings for Graduates

Indian Railways has opened applications for 3,548 non-technical positions, targeting graduates aged 18 to 33. Apply by November 6. Indian Railway

Mirchowk Police trace 25 lost mobile phones using CEIR portal

Hyderabad: As many as 25 lost mobiles were recovered through the CEIR (Central Equipment Identity Register) portal, the Mirchowk Police said on T

SIR Band Karo: Dhruv Rathee, Prakash Raj Join CJPs Protest In Bengaluru, Demand CEC Gyanesh Kumars Resignation

More than 2,000 protesters gathered at Bengalurus Freedom Park, with Dhruv Rathee and Prakash Raj backing demands to scrap SIR and seeking CEC Gy

OSPCB Meeting Focuses on Tech-Driven Governance and Coastal Protection

In a major push toward tech-driven governance and sustainability, the 135th Board Meeting of the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) was

Shooter Arrested in Murder of Influencer Mad Sandhu in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad police have arrested a shooter linked to the murder of influencer Mad Sandhu, revealing connections to gang activity. Shooter Arrested

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BJD Urges Odisha DGP to Probe Alleged Armed Attack on Ex-MLA Pranab Balabantray

BJD has asked the Odisha DGP to intervene after an alleged armed attack on former MLA Pranab Balabantray during a Jan Sampark Padayatra in Jajpur

GST Council scraps arrest powers of GST officers, ups prosecution threshold to 5 crore

On input tax credit claims, the 57th GST Council decided to set up a Committee of Officers to examine how to protect a genuine buyer who holds a

Lorry rams into two vehicles in Mulugu, CRPF jawan killed

Hyderabad: A 36-year-old Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was killed, and five others injured after a lorry crashed into a DCM vehicle a

GST Council Drops Tax Officers

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has embarked on a transformative journey toward a

Mad Sandhu murder case: Main shooter traced in Ahmedabad through IT leads and CCTV footage, says Amritsar CP

The Amritsar Police have arrested the alleged main shooter in the killing of influencer Mad Sandhu, with the Commissioner of Police for Amritsar

Much more than idli-dosa: How region and ecology shape the cuisine of North Karnataka

With the Ole Project, Anusha Venkatesh is preserving and highlighting lesser-known ingredients and techniques of North Karnataka cuisine, that is

Onus on India-A to force a decider

Australia-A leads the three-match series 1-0

ACB arrests Nirmal forest officer for accepting Rs 12K bribe

Hyderabad: A forest officer working in Nirmal was arrested on Thursday, October 8, for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 12,000. Telangana Anti-C

Primetime writer Ajon Singh on the Chris Hansen meme machine and that Phoebe Bridgers NIN shirt

The Indian American writer takes us through the conception of Primetime, from Robert Pattinsons hands-on transformation of Hansen to the Network

DIARY-Political and General News Events from October 8

For other diaries, please see: Political and General News Top Economic Events Emerging Markets Economic Events Government Debt Auctions US Federa

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Weak execution, order momentum for infrastructure players in Q2FY27

Monsoon disruptions, higher input costs and geopolitical tensions weigh on infrastructure firms' Q2FY27 performance, though strong order books pr

Siddhesh Lad, Ayush Mhatre eyes record-extending 43rd Ranji Trophy title as Mumbai begin campaign Chandigarh

Captain Siddhesh Lad and vice-captain Ayush Mhatre are eyeing a record-extending 43rd Ranji Trophy title as a young and energised Mumbai side beg

Over 20,000 Security Personnel Deployed for Delhi CJP Protest

The deployment was made as a precautionary measure to prevent any breach of peace and ensure the smooth movement of people and traffic

Free Power Supply To Durga Puja Pandals In AP: Nara Lokesh

The Government of Andhra Pradesh will provide FREE power supply to all authorised Durga Mandapas across the State for 2026.

Bhubaneswar: Senior Citizen Robbed in Broad Daylight

A retired secretariat employee was robbed of Rs 50,000 near Ruchika Market in Bhubaneswar, in broad daylight. The victim, identified as Surendra

Jaishankar Congratulates Ethiopias Foreign Minister on Reappointment

Indias Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar congratulates Ethiopias Gideon Timotheos Hezebon on his reappointment, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties.

Wildlife Week walk in Palakkad spots 30 bird species

The programme also sought to create awareness about the need to protect natural habitats and wildlife.

In Major Reform, GST Council Scraps Tax Officers' Arrest Powers

A taxpayer who files late, makes an error or delays payment will face recovery, interest and a proportionate penalty, but nothing beyond that.

NHRC Takes Suo Motu Notice of Alleged Harassment of 3 Women Journalists

According to the media report, carried on October 5, the New Delhi District Police received complaints about the alleged incidents, which were tr

Earth and Mothers Gift catch the eye

Brazilian students protest against the possibility of a Flvio Bolsonaro presidency

On October 7, thousands of students in Rio de Janeiro protested against far-right candidate Flvio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazils October 25 president

Every Failed Marriage Cannot Be Turned Into Criminal Case: High Court Cancels Dowry Case

The court observed that routinely turning every failed, strained or broken marriage into a criminal case would affect the very foundation of the

Bhubaneswar Gears Up for Durga Puja 2026: BMC Rolls Out Eco-Friendly and Safe Festivity Guidelines

The temple city of Bhubaneswar is buzzing with excitement as the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) rolls out comprehensive preparations to

Shah Rukh Khan Remembers Nana Patekars Wisdom Following His Passing

Shah Rukh Khan honors Nana Patekars memory, sharing lessons and fond moments from their relationship in a heartfelt tribute. Shah Rukh Khan Remem

Iran Snubs US VP JD Vance, Refuses to Halt Uranium Enrichment to End Seven-Month War

ChatGPT For Teens Is Not Safe for Kids, Says Report

It determined that when users engaged the chatbot in conversations about these high-risk topics, ChatGPT for Teens did not reliably suggest getti

VinFast India signs LoI with first 50+ e-motorcycle dealers

The signing ceremony took place at VinFasts Manufacturing Complex in Hai Phong, as part of the Indian dealer partners visit and working programme

Explosions are heard in Saudi capital as Riyadh airport is reported closed

Cairo, Oct 8: Several explosions were heard in Saudi Arabia's capital of Riyadh on Thursday, including a large blast at the city's international

Bio-Synergy targets 3-5 million in India sales with DNA testing kit

UK health science firm partners with Kynora Life Sciences to launch DNA and epigenetics testing kits priced between 25,000 and 85,000, targeting

Snake catcher dies of snakebite at Chirayinkeezhu

He was bitten by a snake he had captured and brought back home

Kalingarayan ayacut farmers seek release of water from Bhavanisagar Dam

Donald Trump Lashes Out at Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Snub

Union minister Rijiju Calls For Dialogue to Resolve Siang Project Concerns

Rijiju said the issue should not be viewed merely in terms of those supporting or opposing the project, but from the perspective of the future of

How AI triggered a federal lawsuit? McDonalds sued over AI pricing: What the Big Mac case says about franchisee independence

McDonalds is facing a federal antitrust lawsuit over its AI-powered pricing tools. Illinois resident Michael Thomas alleges the system uses share

Remembering Nana Patekar: Friends Share Fond Memories of a Legendary Actor

Friends and colleagues remember Nana Patekar, sharing heartfelt stories of his kindness and talent after his passing. Remembering Nana Patekar: F

Antonio Guterres Deflects UNSC Resolution Query in Islamabad

Brigade plans 40,000-cr investment as it expands beyond Bengaluru

The investment will be funded through a combination of internal accruals, project-level debt, customer advances and bookings

No plan to send volunteers at Jantar Mantar on Oct 10: Bajrang Dal

New Delhi: Bajrang Dal on Thursday, October 8, denied having any plan to assemble its volunteers at Jantar Mantar on October 10 during the propos

Tipped Off and Ravishing Queen excel

Watch: Kannada writer Devanoora Mahadeva joins CJP protest against SIR in Bengaluru

Strike on Ukrainian bus leaves 30 dead, blackouts worsen in Kyiv

Kyiv: Thirty people were killed and at least 18 were injured by Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine that included an attack on a public bus, autho

Odisha Revamps Social Sector Strategies with Proactive PRAYASS Initiative

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chaired a high-level review meeting under the banner of PRAYASS (Proactive Governance Attempt for Yieldi

Former Judges, Constitutional Office-Holders Warn Against Campaign Targeting ECI

In the letter dated October 7, the signatories said they were writing as former judges and retired veterans of constitutional office and had no b

Salem Railway Division collects 14.38 crore through ticket-checkingdrives in six months

HDFC Bank's Anup Bagchi set to become India's highest-paid bank CEO

HDFC Bank proposes 35.9 crore in annual compensation for incoming MD & CEO Anup Bagchi, including 26.92 crore in variable pay, besides a 7.35 cro

Anandabana Employees Protest in Bhubaneswar Over Months of Unpaid Salaries

Employees working at Bhubaneswars prominent urban forest project, Anandabana, have launched a peaceful hunger strike outside the main gate, prote

Kumaraguru college launches world class tennis academy

Police arrest 4 drug peddlers in south Kashmir, contraband substance recovered

Srinagar, Oct 8: Continuing its sustained drive against the drug menace, Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday arrested four drug peddlers in Anan

US VP JD Vance Demands Iran Slash 60% Uranium Enrichment to End Seven-Month War

Care Health Insurance logs 44 per cent rise in premium income

Cares overall market share increased by 81 basis points to 3.45 per cent

Thirumavalavan backs INDIA bloc protest, calls for peoples movement against EVMs

Protest should not remain limited to demanding the Chief Election Commissioners resignation but should develop into a mass movement against the M

UCO Bank hikes repo-linked, T-bill linked lending rates

The bank raised its repo-linked lending rate for the UCO Float variant by 25 basis points to 8.30% from 8.05%, mirroring the RBI's move

IMC 2026: India targets one-billion 5G users by 2030: Scindia

On 6G, the Telecom Minister said the Bharat 6G Alliance, which has 90 institutions involved with it has established 7,700 patents, of which 4,400

Watch: Rahul Gandhi: Modi, Shah, Bhagwat, Gyanesh Kumar hijacked India through criminal conspiracy

China Aims for 1.6 Rehabilitation Assistants per 10,000 People by 2030

By 2030, China plans to enhance rehabilitation services, targeting 1.6 rehabilitation assistants per 10,000 individuals. China Aims for 1.6 Rehab

Two Held In Thane For Rs 2.72 Crore Ambergris Smuggling

Thane Crime Branch arrested two individuals with 2.72 kilograms of ambergris, also known as whale vomit, valued at Rs 2.72 crore in the internati

Karnataka: Shivakumar claims attempts made to trap him, ministers through sting operations

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar accused unknown individuals of orchestrating sting operations against him after he assumed office. He stated that he

Marie Antoinette Trailer : Kirsten Dunst and Jason Schwartzman Starrer Marie Antoinette Official Trailer

Marie Antoinette: Watch the Official trailer from english Web movie 'Marie Antoinette' starring Kirsten Dunst and Jason Schwartzman. Marie Antoin

Delays & Rising Costs: Indias Bullet Train Project Hits Turbulence With Partner Japan

Indias first bullet train was supposed to showcase a new era of India-Japan cooperation, but more than a decade after the two countries signed th

Special camp for voter enrolment in Erode on October 10

G. Prabhakaran-OISCA award presented to M. Suchitra

The award was instituted by Prabhakarans family in association with the Palakkad chapter of OISCA International. It carries a certificate, trophy

Agrichem majors face earnings cuts as weak demand, higher costs weigh

Brokerages expect weak Q2FY27 earnings for agrichem firms as deficient rainfall, subdued demand and elevated input costs squeeze margins, prompti

GST Council Scraps Arrest Powers, Raises Prosecution Limit To Rs 5 Cr

Council also removes minimum punishment and cuts general penalty to Rs 10,000

Chef Gomes has received a major honour - Lifelong Excellence in Culinary Leadership from EICA

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 8: Everything else should explain why this honour matters and why he deserves it.

JSW Steel Q2 crude steel production rises 5% to 7.27 million tonnes

JSW Steel on Thursday said that its consolidated crude steel production increased by 5 per cent to 7.27 million tonnes (MT) in the second quarter

On the Super El Nio effect | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

Madhya Pradesh prisoner, nicknamed Mr Good who never skipped parole, escapes from jail just 9-months before his 14-year sentence completed

In an unexpected turn of events, Acchelal Prajapati fled from Satna Central Jail in Madhya Pradesh, where he was nearing the end of a fourteen-ye

Jharkhand High Court Completes Hearing on JSSC CGL Appointment Cancellations

The Jharkhand High Court has concluded hearings on the state governments decision to cancel appointments made through JSSC CGL. Jharkhand High Co

1st Test vs Aus: SA dealt massive blow, but Norjte returns

South Africa's pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada will miss the first Test against Australia due to a hamstring injury, with captain Temba Bavuma confi

What If Your AI Had Fur? I Spent Several Days with Fuzozo

Editors note: This article was written by Lucia, a TechNode reporter. AI already helps us search, write, plan, and get things done. But what if,

Kashmirs rooftop solar push hits a vendor credibility hurdle

Of 61,566 loan applications submitted under the scheme in Jammu and Kashmir, 17,416 have been rejected, including 14,232 in areas served by the K

Bigg Boss 20: Munawar Faruqui supports Qazi Touqeer amid health crisis, takes dig at contestants PR; says, They are so insecure

Qazi Touqeer has been at the centre of growing discussions inside the Bigg Boss 20 house, with several contestants questioning his actions while

Pandya Store actress Simran Budharup says she was assaulted in Mumbai; alleges police refused to file FIR

Pandya Store actress Simran Budharup recently shared details of an alleged physical assault she faced in Mumbai. The actor claimed that a man con

When Nana Patekar said, Having Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan or Shahid Kapoor pitted against my character can never be my criteria of signing films

The film industry and the audience at large woke up today with the sad news of the passing away of veteran actor Nana Patekar due to a sudden hea

Adnan Sami pays emotional tribute to late mother Naureen Sami Khan on death anniversary: I carry you with mein every breath

Singer Adnan Sami remembered his late mother, Begum Naureen Sami Khan, on her death anniversary with an emotional note on social media. Naureen S

Viral: Biryani without rice? Hyderabad gets a Japanese twist

For a Hyderabadi, biryani is more than just a dish. It is part of the citys identity, a comfort food shared at family lunches, celebrations and l

Suppliers threaten to halt medical supplies, drugs delivery to Telangana govt hospitals over unpaid bills

The association said its members supply critical super-speciality implants, surgical disposables, life-saving drugs and diagnostic kits to govern

Cost of education, MSME, housing loans softened the most since last February

Between February 2025 and July 2026, the interest rate on fresh rupee loans to the education sector fell by 162 basis points, while outstanding e

Bengaluru needs more buses, walkable streets and formalised last-mile transport: Mobility Symposium

At the recent Mobility Symposium held in Bengaluru, officials called for a boost in public transport systems, mainly focusing on bus services. Th

South Africa Unveils Playing XI for First Test Against Australia, Nortje Makes Comeback After Three Years

South Africa announces its squad for the first Test against Australia, with Nortje returning after three years and Rabada sidelined. South Africa