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Bengaluru college accused of locking students over Dasara holidays

Bengaluru: Parents have accused Presidency PU College on Kogilu Road of mistreating students who sought Dasara holidays, alleging that they were

Harish Rao seeks rollback of bus fare hikes during festivals

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi MLA T Harish Rao on Sunday, October 18, sought a rollback of fare hikes for special buses during festivals in T

Kerala HC temporarily halts further construction at beach near Vizhinjam by VISL

A bench of the Kerala HC says there is ambiguity with regard to the work being carried out by Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL) and Adan

UDF government advancing RSS agenda, defends KIIFB projects in Kannur: Pinarayi Vijayan

CPI(M) is playing a significant role in national politics by uniting democratic and secular forces against what it describes as the RSS agenda pu

Taiwan in the crosshairs? US Army unveils new strategy to counter China

The US Army is implementing a novel operational strategy aimed at addressing possible conflict scenarios with China. This strategy prioritizes lo

Three of family killed as SUV crashes into lorry near Vikravandi

While Thangabai, John Britto and Evangeline died during treatment, Rajkumar, his wife Latha Christy, 30, and their elder daughter, Jessihena, 10,

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh To Represent India At SCO Council Of Heads Of Government Meeting In Tajikistan

Watch: Amit Shah visits Kalighat Temple in Kolkata, West Bengal

Jamia Millia Islamia students entered the campus amid police detentions, demanding restoration of the students union after the administration sea

Opposition parties protest Dushyant Gautams appointment as Sikkim Governor

They demand his recall until the Central Bureau of Investigation completes its probe into the September 2022 Ankita Bhandari murder case

B. Madhusoodana Kurup passes away

NTPC to begin feasibility studies in more States for nuclear programme

NTPC is targeting to set up 30 GW of nuclear projects in the country to contribute to the government's ambitious 100 GW nuclear capacity target b

GCC sets up 220 relief centres, 110 kitchens for monsoon

The GCC said storm-water drain works had been expedited and largely completed

Astronomers discover green star 280 light-years away; what makes it glow green

Astronomers have discovered an intriguing white dwarf star designated WD J1330+6435, nestled within the Draco constellation. Its striking green h

Letters to The Editor October 17, 2026

Karan Johar recalls Akshaye Khanna bullying him:

Mumbai: It might be hard to believe, but one of most celebrated filmmakers of his time, Karan Johar, used to be bullied by actor Akshaye Khanna d

Pandal will collapse: Announcement that may have triggered Kolkata stampede; watch

A stampede occurred at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal, leading to 19 fatalities and multiple injuries. Panic ensued after a warning announced th

Tamil Nadu Prepares for Karthigai Deepam Festival, Expects Over 5 Million Devotees

The Karthigai Deepam festival in Tiruvannamalai is set to welcome over 5 million devotees, with extensive preparations underway for safety and tr

Gavaskar says Hardik Pandya irreplaceable, India should stop looking for like-for-like replacement

Sunil Gavaskar emphasized the need for India to strengthen their bowling attack in the recent T20 series. He highlighted that Hardik Pandya is ir

CJI Surya Kant to inaugurate Ladakh's first permanent High Court Bench in Leh

Ladakh Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra said the move was significant as it would bring justice closer to the people of the Union Territory

FPIs pull out 52,100 crore from equities in Oct so far amid global headwinds

The latest outflow follows a net withdrawal of 35,861 crore in September. FPIs had invested 20,200 crore in Indian equities in July and 29,631 cr

Author Chetan Bhagat, NDTV's Rahul Kanwal Discuss Balanced Journalism, AI

NDTV Editor-in-Chief and CEO Rahul Kanwal said news organisations should not claim to be completely neutral or unbiased, as every person has thei

Looting reported at stores in Paris, Lille amid massive unrest in France

Policing is a must at this key junction in Mylapore

Saudi helicopter crash near Yemen border kills 2; Houthis claim Apache takedown

Two crew members died after a Saudi AH-6i helicopter crashed in the Najran region near the Yemen border due to a technical malfunction, the Saudi

Rakhi Sawant Faces Non-Bailable Warrant In 2010 Suicide Case

The case relates to Laxman Ahirwar, a resident of Jhansi, who allegedly committed suicide in 2010, after being humiliated by remarks made by Sawa

West Indies Include Shamar Springer in Squad for Test Series Against Bangladesh

Shamar Springer joins the West Indies squad for the Test series against Bangladesh, replacing Keemo Paul due to personal reasons. West Indies Inc

Air India, Air India Express Suspend Flights To Jeddah, Riyadh

Air India and Air India Express have extended flight suspensions to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until October 24.

Remove silt from lakes in southern suburbs of Chennai

Residents hope these waterbodies are also cleared of water hyacinth

Shreyas Iyer Says Better Bowling Could Have Changed Indias T20I Series Result Against West Indies

India captain Shreyas Iyer says better bowling in the second and fourth T20Is could have changed the series result against West Indies, which end

Historic Limoges city hall goes up in flames amid nationwide protests in France

AIADMK Rebels Boycott Founding Day Celebrations Despite Invite to Meet EPS

Palaniswami who garlanded the statues of party founder MGR and his successor J. Jayalalithaa asserted that the party would overcome the challenge

Student Leaders Question Venue Restrictions for Congress Rally in Delhi

NSUI president and student leaders raise concerns over venue restrictions for Congress rally in Delhi, calling for democratic protest rights. Stu

Team Trump Issues 60-Day Waiver on Russian Oil Sanctions, Citing Impact on India and Global Economy

In a significant diplomatic and economic maneuver, US President Donald Trump has issued a 60-day national interest waiver on sweeping sanctions a

QNET promoter arrested at Delhi airport in Rs 10000 cr scam

Hyderabad: QNET promoter Dig Vijay Singh was arrested at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi on Saturday, October 17. Singh wa

UP court sentences man to life imprisonment in murder case

Muzaffarnagar: A court in Uttar Pradeshs Shamli district has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for murdering a local after he objected to the

Karnataka expands offline RTI services through Sakala, Gram One centres

The facility is aimed at helping people who lack access to computers or are unfamiliar with using the internet.

Mayawati says Bahujan community has high hopes from Akash Anand

Lucknow: BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday, October 18, said Akash Anand has been displaying maturity and prioritising the party over family following

Ayan Lochab emerges as top buy at Rs 17.4 lakh in Kabaddi Champions League Season 2 auction

Ayan Lochab was the top buy at the KCL Season 2 auction, joining Jhajjar Jaguars for Rs 17.4 lakh. Bharat Hooda and Naveen Goyat also secured hig

Formula 1 has a great fanbase in India, it has to come here, says Finnish great Mika Hakkinen

Two-time Formula One world champion Mika Hakkinen believes India deserves a return to the F1 calendar, citing the country's huge fan base and bus

TVK=DMK: Joseph Vijay Govt Releases Coimbatore Blast Islamist Terrorists On Parole

Five convicts serving life sentences at Coimbatore Central Prison in connection with the 1998 Coimbatore serial bomb blasts have been granted 60

Man arrested for harassing woman in Future City commissionerate

Hyderabad: A 19-year-old man was arrested on Saturday, October 17, for harassing a 49-year-old woman in Kondurg police limits and sent to judicia

Crypto devices built to foil hackers may have come with spies inside

Malaysian retailer CryptoBilis, a reseller of hardware crypto wallets, has become a focal point of an investigation into thefts from devices mean

Murugan Returns to Chennai, to Work Like Cadre to Strengthen BJP

Murugan said he wanted to work closely with Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran to strengthen the party organisation at the grassroots-lev

Delhi BJP President Malhotra Criticizes Kejriwal Over Yamuna Pollution During Cleanup Drive

Delhi BJP chief Harsh Malhotra participates in a cleanup drive, criticizing Kejriwals government for failing to address Yamuna pollution. Delhi B

Woman Drives Truck Through Football Game In US, Kills 2 And Injures 11

Police Chief Joe Sullivan said that immediately after the incident, and before first responders arrived at the scene, people sprang into action.

Fire at Athani supermarket results in property damage; no casualties

The accidental fire was started by a short circuit, police said. There was no one present in the shop when the fire broke out

German police investigate fence breach at Leipzig airport

German police said on Sunday that they were investigating a breach at the Leipzig/Halle airport where a vehicle appeared to have driven through a

Massive difference between words and actions: Ex-cricketers on Jadejas snub

Aakash Chopra is voicing his concerns about the absence of Ravindra Jadeja from India's ODI series against New Zealand, suggesting a preference f

Historic Limoges Town Hall Burns Down Amid Violent Protests in France; JD Vance Blames Immigration

A wave of massive protests over the rising cost of living and other grievances swept across Paris and multiple French cities on Saturday, resulti

How institutions in T.N. keep mental health awareness alive all year

World Mental Health Day (October 10) just got over with rallies, dialogues and new initiatives. Here are some examples of how institutions keep t

How institutions in T.N. keep mental health awareness alive all year

World Mental Health Day (October 10) just got over with rallies, dialogues and new initiatives. Here are some examples of how institutions keep t

Hyderabad schools spoil students

Hyderabad: Several schools in Hyderabad have given students hefty homework to complete during the Dasara holidays. The homework has turned the va

Iran FM says ready for US dialogue, if given credible guarantees

Tehran: Irans Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that his country will not surrender its sovereign rights under pressure, but remains rea

Trump Defends Military Action Against Iran, Citing Nuclear Threats

At a rally, Trump asserts military action against Iran was vital to eliminate nuclear threats and ensure U.S. security. Trump Defends Military Ac

Jamnagar Refinery Ships Six of Seven Russian Crude-Linked Cargoes to EU

Refineries in India, Trkiye and Brunei shipped 1 billion worth of oil products to sanctioning countries in September, up 43% from August, despite

Indian refiners' fuel exports to West rise 43% amid Russian crude use

Refineries in India and two other countries that run on Russian crude shipped 1 billion euros (USD 1.2 billion) of oil products to sanctioning co

12-year-old saves mother after she collapses at 60mph, wins courage award

Side Hustle Grows Steadily: $500 yard games fund Little Party Co.; she keeps corporate job

Dasara festival: Special trains between Arsikere and Mysuru

The trains will stop at Habanghatta, Bageshapura, Hassan, Mavinkere, Holenarsipur, Annechakanahalli, Sravanur, Mandagere, Birahalli, Akkihebbalu,

Tragic Accident in Gwalior Claims Two More Lives, Death Toll Rises to 14

A tragic accident in Gwalior has increased the death toll to 14, with over 25 people hospitalized following a truck collision. Tragic Accident in

Vietnam signs free-trade pact with European countries including Norway, Switzerland

Norway,

Indias fuel exports to West jump 43%

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami pays respects to music director Deva

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Rain, narrow exits, false alert: What led to Kolkata Puja pandal stampede?

Police say inadequate crowd control, narrow entry and exit gates and a misleading announcement may have triggered panic at the Chorbagan pandal,

Amit Shah Meets Injured in Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Stampede

The Union Home Minister visited the hospital where 14 injured people were being treated after a stampede at a north Kolkata pandal claimed 19 liv

New Melsanthis selected for Sabarimala, Malikappuram temples

The two priests were chosen through a draw of lots on October 18 from panels shortlisted by the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB)

Delhi Launches Chalo Yamuna Cleanliness Drive to Revive Rivers Health

Delhis Chief Minister urges public participation in Chalo Yamuna campaign aimed at cleaning the Yamuna River. Delhi Launches Chalo Yamuna Cleanli

The Crypto devices built to foil hackers came with spies inside

In Malaysia, CryptoBilis faces an investigation after numerous customers experienced thefts from hardware wallets. Reports from Ledger SAS link t

Kareena Kapoor praises Kapil Sharma as

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Nitin Nabin offers condolences after Kolkata Durga Puja stampede kills 19

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'For Swachh Bharat': Delhi Ram Leela Event Organisers On Burning Of Cockroach Effigy

The Shree Keshav Ram Leela Committee said the cockroach symbolises filth and dirt and the initiative aims to spread awareness about cleanliness u

Trump vows Iran will never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons

Washington: US President Donald Trump has declared that Irans nuclear weapons capability has been destroyed by American military operations and v

Lithuania tells residents to go to shelters after detecting a flying object

Lithuania told residents in central and northern parts of the country to go to shelters on Sunday morning due to an unrecognized flying object, i

Amit Shah Visits Kolkata Hospital, Meets Durga Puja Pandal Stampede Victims

At least 19 people died, and 25 were injured in the stampede at Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata following a crowd surge amid rain on

Indian Embassy Officials Boost Morale of Para-Athletes at Asian Para Games

Indian embassy officials meet para-athletes in Nagoya, praising their dedication at the Asian Para Games. Indian Embassy Officials Boost Morale o

Sankaran Namboothiri Selected as New Sabarimala Melsanthi

A Damodaran Namboothiri was selected as the new melsanthi of the Malikappuram Devi Temple, located around 100 metres from the Sabarimala shrine

Posed As Cops, Changed Vehicles: Gang Kidnaps Jeweller, Extorts Rs 1.3 Crore

The incident took place near the Golnaka flyover on October 5 where the gang intercepted Rao, blindfolded him and confined him at an undisclosed

Madras High Court directs Erode court to consider bail pleas of nine in SC/ST Act case

Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan passed the order on a Criminal Original Petition filed by the nine persons under Section 528 of the Bharatiya Nagarik

Election Commission Refutes Claims of Multiple Voter IDs Issued in Uttar Pradesh

The Election Commission of Uttar Pradesh clarifies that four voter IDs were issued due to four separate applications, not a promotional scheme. E

JD Vances town hall test: Iran war, gas prices and immigration put him on the spot

At a recent CBS News town hall, Vice President JD Vance confronted voter concerns regarding Donald Trump's policies. He engaged with issues such

AI trade reversal pierces Asias star picks-and-shovels stocks

The pressure intensified last week as oil surged to $110 a barrel for the first time since May, stoking inflation concerns, and investors turned

Seven, including Chorbagan Durga Puja organisers, arrested for pandal stampede in Kolkata: Police

Kolkata Police have also registered a suo motu case of culpable homicide not amounting to murder

Kangana Ranaut calls for PM Modi

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You Can See Everything becomes Letterboxds highest-rated feature film of all time with 4.8 rating

Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheims documentary about former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes has climbed to the top of Letterboxds feature-film ran

15 houses burnt in Manipurs Kamjong, three injured in gun attack

In a statement, police said a joint column of the Assam Rifles, the Border Security Force and Kamjong Police had been deployed in the affected ar

Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Stampede: 19 Dead, SIT Probe Ordered, 7 Arrested

A tragic stampede at the popular Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsab Samity pandal in north Kolkata on Saturday evening (Saptami) left at least 19 peo

PM Modi announces 2 lakh ex gratia for kin of Gwalior accident victims

Thirteen people were killed, and nearly 40 others injured when a truck crashed.

Vice-President Vance faces tough questions on Iran war, immigration and more in CBS town hall

The string of sharp queries, some from voters who said they had supported him and President Donald Trump, previewed the rocky path he may face tr

IDBI Bank sale: Employees to go on nationwide 2-day hunger strike on November 2, 3

The United Forum of IDBI Officers and Employees threatened to intensify agitation programmes with prolonged action, including indefinite strike w

Indian Bank net profit rises 14.7% to 3,462 crore in Q2

Operating profit grows 46.6% year-on-year; gross advances rise 16.4% and gross NPAs decline to 1.61%