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ITC Ltd Q2 net skids 20% to 4,137 crore, higher taxation hits cigarette biz profitability

Revenue from operations grew 45.65% y-o-y to 28,317.67 crore on a strong performance across non-cigarette business segments

Congress reviews poll preparedness in Uttarakhand, Manipur; targets BJP governments

After meeting Congress leaders from Uttarakhand, party chief Mallikarjun Kharge accuses the BJPs double engine government of betraying the hopes

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Parliament panel to meet on Uttarakhand helicopter crash

The panel is also expected to deliberate on the high number of helicopter crashes that were reported from Uttarakhand in 2025

Pink Line likely to be inaugurated on November 13

SEBI allows REITs, InvITs to raise foreign funds through depository receipts

Separately reduces the cooling-off period for OFS by privately listed illiquid InvITs to eight weeks from 12 weeks

US midterms: Five flashpoints election officials are watching as America votes

Chandra reappointment has sullied Tata Sons image: Darius Khambata; declines another term in office

In a pointed letter declining another term himself, he pins the fallout on governance clashes, the trusts fiduciary duties, and splits over Tata

TVS Holdings allotted shares in Home Credit India Finance as part of rights issue

The aggregate cost of this additional investment exceeds the materiality threshold specified under regulations but the companys aggregate holding

Watch: SC limits Delhi-NCR Deepavali fireworks to three hours across designated time slots on November 7, 8

U.K. warns EU against keeping Britain out of Made in Europe

The European Union wants to boost domestic sectors like cars and defence by forcing companies to buy European if they want public money

Dr. Reddys secures U.S. FDA tentative nod for HIV drug lenacapavir

After Council polls victory, BJP sets its sights on Hiriyuru bypolls

Pradoshs unbeaten century powers TN

Brahmani praises Craft Council of A.P. for providing a platform for weavers, artisans

Siraj excited to operate in helpful conditions

The pacer says he wants to keep working hard and win matches for the country

Call for Srikakulam district to be declared as Special Cyclone Zone

BJP National president Nitin Nabins Karimnagar visit postponed

Burglars steal 40 sovereigns of gold jewellery, 1.50 lakh cash from 3 houses

Kudla Birders record 73 species during Rajyotsava Bird Count

IFHE Hyderabads 16th convocation confers degrees on over 4,000 graduates

West Bengal Christians hurt by mob violence narrate their ordeals before peoples tribunal

Christian women say mobs vandalised prayers meetings in their homes and physically assaulted them, accusing them of religious conversion; most pe

Temple priests in Dindigul urge authorities to fulfil demands

Udupi police to initiate action against those humiliating rape victim on social media

Six dialysis machines inaugurated at SCCLs Ramagundam Area Hospital

Global players bid for design, planning of Bidadi AI township

Ahead of the finalisation of tenders, the Karnataka government has completed the process of issuing final notifications for all nine villages req

BVB vice-president felicitated in Coimbatore

Surge in Reliance lifts Sensex by 1.6%; Nifty tops 23,400

Falling crude prices, improving FII flows, too, aid in all-round rally

Clinics On Cloud secures $12.5 million in Series A funding

Clinics On Cloud plans to strengthen its AI-led healthcare capabilities, expand research and development, and accelerate the growth of its connec

Kabir Warns Against Disruption Of His Mosque Event

Humayun Kabir says the second phase of the mosque project in Murshidabad will begin on December 6, warning against police interference.

Chirag Paswan Critiques Oppositions Rally, Highlights Youth Engagement in Patna

Chirag Paswan praises a youth forum in Patna while criticizing the oppositions rally turnout, questioning their public support. Chirag Paswan Cri

Student Commits Suicide in Kota, Leaves Heartbreaking Note for Parents

A student preparing for JEE tragically took his life in Kota, leaving a note apologizing to his parents. Police are investigating the circumstanc

Karnataka: Sunil Kumar targets Congress over EVMs, guarantees

Bengaluru: BJP MLA V. Sunil Kumar on Monday, November 2, accused the Congress of adopting double standards on electoral reforms by questioning El

Adidravidar families in Kottayur demand pattas for land distributed to them

All Souls Day observed in Dindigul

Initiative to strengthen perinatal mental healthcare to be piloted in Villupuram district

As a part of the initiative, Village Health Nurses and medical officers are being trained to screen pregnant women for mental health problems, pa

TTD Makes Special Arrangements For Devotees Amid Cyclone Rains

TTD steps up shelter, food, medical and safety arrangements at Tirumala to protect pilgrims from cyclone-induced rain and slippery conditions.

Bihar Police Officer Arrested for Accepting Bribe in Drug Case

An assistant sub-inspector in Begusarai was caught accepting a bribe to remove a name from a drug-related case. Bihar Police Officer Arrested for

First Trailer Released for Arnold Schwarzenegger and Alan Ritchsons Christmas Drama The Man with the Bag

The trailer for The Man with the Bag, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, debuts ahead of its December 2 release on Prime Video. First Trailer Releas

Gurnam Singh Charuni warns against Indo-U.S. trade agreement

Inaugurating a Kisan Mahapanchayat at Plachimada in Keralams Palakkad, Charuni says the agreement will allow unrestricted imports and affect not

VMC Commissioner calls for smooth, transparent vote counting for ULB elections

Taking part in a meeting, Dhyanachandra H.M. explains the duties of returning officers, the responsibilities of staff working under their supervi

Friendship Ends In Murder; Teen Killed Over Girl, Body Dumped In Sack In Kerala's Capital.

The deceased has been identified as Abhiram, a resident of Sreekaryam. His body was discovered inside a sack on Monday.

Rescue efforts on even as 10 remain missing in Odisha landslide

With coordinated efforts from various departments, the use of advanced search equipment and support from local people, search and rescue operatio

DMK Wants Graft Charges Against Minister

DMK legal wing seeks DVAC action against Tamil Nadu Minister A. Rajmohan and textbook board chairman over an alleged 5-crore bribe offer.

'Alaska suit meritful, not meritless!': Trump erupts after Judge tosses DOJ lawsuit over 2 Sullivans

Japan urges U.S. to enforce discipline after second Marine arrest

The case has triggered outrage in Japan and reignited controversy over the heavy U.S. military presence on the southern island

Karnataka Government Sends 500 Linemen to Aid Cyclone-Hit Andhra Pradesh

Karnataka aids Andhra Pradesh with 500 linemen and equipment to restore power after Cyclone Arnavs devastation. Karnataka Government Sends 500 Li

High-Profile Odisha ACF Death Case: Wife Bidyabharati Surrenders Before Court

Her surrender came two days after the High Court of Orissa rejected her anticipatory bail application on October 31.

Pune Metros Phase Two Groundbreaking Set for November 3, PM Modi to Inaugurate Line 3

Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate Pune Metros Line 3 and conduct the groundbreaking for Phase Two on November 3. Pune Metros Phase Two Groundbr

Bengaluru: TDR process to go completely digital to speed up infrastructure projects

The digitisation move has been planned to make the process of obtaining TDR more transparent and reduce delays, and facilitate faster land acquis

Independent candidates may turn out to be kingmakers in Vizianagaram municipal polls

Independent candidates may turn out to be kingmakers in Vizianagaram municipal polls

Anticipation builds ahead of GVMC vote count

Anticipation builds ahead of GVMC vote count

Brick kiln owners, workers seek reopening of sealed units in Kanniyakumari

TRAI amends consumer redressal framework with fine up to 20 lakh per quarter per service area for telcos

The amended regulations will apply to ISPs having more than 10,000 subscribers as of the last day of the preceding financial year

Telangana to help local industries to make most of FTAs: Sridhar Babu

State government working to identify district-specific products and promote their manufacturing, processing and exports, the Minister told a mega

Telangana to help local industries to make most of FTAs: Sridhar Babu

State government working to identify district-specific products and promote their manufacturing, processing and exports, the Minister told a mega

Compound wall of Government Polytechnic College for Women in Nellore collapses

Compound wall of Government Polytechnic College for Women in Nellore collapses

Cyclone Murasu Disrupts Flight Services At Four AP Airports

Adverse weather leads to flight cancellations at Bhogapuram, Vijayawada, Rajamahendravaram and Tirupati airports, affecting services to major cit

Tamil Nadu Mercantile Board calls for EoI for cruise service between Chennai, Mamallapuram, and Puducherry

The proposed service is primarily oriented towards leisure and tourism traffic betweenthe three destinations, supplemented by the potential for g

Controversy Surrounds New Diwali Market in Alwar, City Officials Defend Initiative

Alwars new Diwali market faces opposition from street vendors, but city officials see it as a step towards organized shopping and traffic relief.

Gujarat Honors 18 Athletes for Outstanding Performance at Asian and Para Asian Games

Gujarat rewards 18 athletes with over 9.27 crore for their achievements at the Asian and Para Asian Games. Gujarat Honors 18 Athletes for Outstan

Distribution mix could slightly change if there is some slowdown in insurance broking side, says HDFC Life Chief Business Officer Vineet Arora

He added that reforms to distribution norms could modestly alter channel dynamics, but the agency channel should be least affected, while brokers

ED attaches assets, freezes bank account in counterfeit medicines racket; searches five premises in Bengaluru

ED attaches assets, freezes bank account in counterfeit medicines racket; searches five premises in Bengaluru

Bomb threats to 3 schools, Indore Mayor

Indore: Three private schools and the Indore Mayors office have received emails threatening bomb blasts in connection with Punjabi singer Diljit

Andhra school chainsaw attack: Accused may lose right leg after police encounter

Hemanth is facing possible amputation of his right leg due to severe gunshot injuries sustained during a police encounter. He was involved in a c

What makes Pune Metro's Pink Line so special?

Contractors seek release of 38,000 crore in dues; Karnataka Chief Ministersays valid demands will be addressed

Contractors seek release of 38,000 crore in dues; Karnataka Chief Ministersays valid demands will be addressed

Delhi HC stays JNU termination of Congress MP Bimol Akoijam

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BJP rally leaves Hyderabad bus commuters stranded

BJP rally leaves Hyderabad bus commuters stranded

CBI court registers plea for court-monitored probe in Disha Salian case

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Kerala HC reserves order on KPSC challenge to prosecution sanction over Planning Board exam irregularities

Kerala HC reserves order on KPSC challenge to prosecution sanction over Planning Board exam irregularities

Prakasam Collector Stresses Accuracy, Vigilance In Vote Counting

Collector P. Rajababu reviews counting arrangements in Ongole and instructs personnel to ensure accuracy, transparency and careful handling of ba

Advanced Radiotherapy Facility Launched at AIIMS Rajkot, Expected to Benefit 15 Million People

Union Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurates advanced radiotherapy at AIIMS Rajkot, enhancing cancer care for millions in the region. Advanced Radi

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever Resigns After Failed Budget Talks

Bart De Wever resigns as Belgian Prime Minister following unsuccessful budget negotiations, leaving the political future uncertain. Belgian Prime

Delhi HC grants interim relief to Congress MP Bimol Akoijam, stays JNU termination order

The Delhi High Court on Monday granted interim relief to Congress MP and Jawaharlal Nehru University professor A Bimol Akoijam by staying the uni

Fishermen haul 400 boats ashore as Cyclone Murasu approaches Kothapatnam in Andhras Ongole

Fishermen haul 400 boats ashore as Cyclone Murasu approaches Kothapatnam in Andhras Ongole

Centre, Assam exchange MoU for international skills centre

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US manufacturing picks up in October; input prices stay high

US manufacturing activity experienced growth in October due to solid domestic demand and increased business spending in AI. The manufacturing PMI

TASMAC workers strike work, stage demo against collecting empty liquor bottles

TASMAC workers strike work, stage demo against collecting empty liquor bottles

Health Department readies 724 medical teams in 13 cyclone-prone districts

A total of 4,628 emergency beds, 205 relief camps and 807 ambulances and mobile medical units kept ready; 1,103 pregnant women shifted to nearby

Navy welcomes INS Sudarshini on completion of Lokayan 26

The ship, which completed the voyage spanning over 22,000 nautical miles across the oceans, was honoured with a water cannon salute and a ceremon