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PM Modi releases 24th PM-KISAN instalment of Rs 18,680 crore to 9.34 crore farmer families

PM Modi released the 24th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme, transferring over Rs 18,680 crore to more than 9.34 crore farmer families across Ind

November 1 rule changes 2026: LPG prices, GST rules, pension life certificates and ITR deadline explained

Several financial updates come into focus from November 1, including GST rule changes for businesses, pension life certificate submissions, an ex

IDBI Bank privatisation explained: Why is the Fairfax deal facing scrutiny? Rahul Gandhi opposes sale

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre's decision to privatise IDBI Bank, accusing the BJP-led government of selling public institutions built during

Gold slips below Rs 1.42 lakh, silver falls to Rs 1.86 lakh; prices slide ahead of Dhanteras, should you buy now or wait?

Gold prices slipped below Rs 1.42 lakh per 10 grams, while silver extended its losses on October 30, ahead of Dhanteras. Higher crude oil prices,

Helicopter returning from Badrinath Dham crashes near Joshimath; search operation underway

Digital Desk | Chamoli, Oct 30 (IANS) A helicopter operated by a private aviation company crashed near Chai village, close to Joshimath in Uttara

Retired civil servant Ashish Joshi moves Delhi HC challenging repeated extensions of CAPF deployment in Delhi

Retired senior civil servant Ashish Joshi has moved the Delhi High Court through a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) under Article 226 of the Cons

Petrol in India is 41 rupees cheaper than in the rest of the world; even the powerful US and China are lagging behind.

Did you know that petrol in India is cheaper than petrol in many major countries around the world? Find out how much a liter of petrol costs in t

Priyanka Chopra joins Oscar-qualified Indian short film

Priyanka Chopra has joined the Oscar-qualified Indian short film 'We Were Here' as an executive producer, lending her support to filmmaker Pranav

4th T20I: Arshdeep Singh becomes first Indian to complete 150 T20I wickets

Digital Desk | Auckland, Oct 30 (IANS) India fast bowler Arshdeep Singh etched his name into the history books as he completed 150 wickets in T20

China's Xi, Swiss president praise trade deal that boosts access

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Swiss President Guy Parmelin hailed an upgraded trade agreement

Not a single vote should be left out: Chandra Shekhar Azad on SIR deadline extension

Azad Samaj Party (Kanshiram) National President Chandra Shekhar Azad on Friday underscored the vital importance of universal franchise following

India's PE and VC investments surge 46 pc to $17.1 billion in Q3: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 30 (IANS) Private equity and venture capital (PE/VC) investments in India rose 46 per cent year-on-year to $17.1 bi

Russia struck energy infrastructure in Dnipro city, Kyiv and Poltava regions: Ukrainian PM

Russian forces struck energy infrastructure in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, as well as in the Kyiv and Poltava regions in overnight

Russia and Ukraine say aid is entering Oleshky, residents can leave if they wish

Desperate residents

Aaryavir Sehwag, Anvay Dravid headline Raichandani-led India squad for U19 Asia Cup

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 30 (IANS) Lakshya Raichandani will captain India at the ACC Mens U19 Asia Cup, happening in Muscat, Oman, from Nove

'Plan was to create chaos': PM Modi flags rumours over fertiliser, LPG supplies amid Gulf conflict

Digital Desk | Bhildi, Oct 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday accused some people of attempting to create panic in the country by s

IAEA Helps 20 Asia-Pacific Nations Use Nuclear Tools to Safeguard Water Supplies

Twenty countries across Asia and the Pacific have strengthened their ability to assess and manage water resources using isotope hydrology, accord

SC: Failed Relationships Cannot Automatically Be Branded as Rape

Court distinguishes between consent obtained through deception and retrospective regret after a consensual relationship ends.

Mongolia Boosts Childhood Cancer Diagnosis as Imaging Training Reaches Provinces

More than 300 medical professionals from across Mongolia have strengthened their skills in children

Russian investigative newspaper

Independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta said on Friday

Ukrainian PM says 527 Oleshky residents expected to return to Ukraine-held territory

Ukrainian Prime Minister Sergiy Koretskyi said on Friday that 527 residents of the Russian-occupied southern Ukrainian town of Oleshky were expec

Russia says Oleshky civilians boarding buses for evacuation to both Russia and Ukraine

The

Hyderabad PVR INOX cancels movie, ordered to pay Rs 6K to customer

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission-II has directed PVR INOX to pay Rs 6,000 to a moviegoer after a schedule

Keralam private bus operators call off hunger strike; govt agrees to wet-lease private buses

During discussions with representatives of Kerala State Private Bus Operators Federation, Transport assures that steps will be taken to accord in

Saudi Arabia Intercepts Drone Near Mecca; Tanker Catches Fire in Strait of Hormuz

Dubai, Oct 30: Saudi Arabia on Friday claimed to have intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by Yemens Iran-backed Houthi rebels near Mecca,

Underweight rice bags, uncertified scales among violations at Hyderabads 10 rice outlets

I will serve the people of India till my last breath: PM Modi

Addressing a gathering in Gujarats Banaskantha district, PM Modi responded to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharges remark and said some people

Helicopter Returning From Badrinath Goes Missing Near Joshimath

Emergency search and rescue operations have been launched in Uttarakhand after a commercial helicopter carrying six people, including the pilot,

Mother Kills Class 9 Daughter in Kothur

Police registered a case and grew suspicious of the mother's role. Following the post-mortem examination and further questioning, the woman confe

'No multiple protests, entire oppn together': Rahul Gandhi says INDIA bloc defending 'idea of India', people's votes

Go Fashion's Q2 profit slumps 59 pc to Rs 9 crore; revenue declines 3 pc

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 30 (IANS) Go Fashion (India) Limited, the company behind the women's bottomwear brand Go Colors, on Friday reported a

GCCs drive 40-45% of Indias office space demand, creating new opportunities for REITs: Ramesh Nair

PM Modi revives Rahul Gandhis aloo se sona jibe, says Banaskantha farmers already doing it

Digital Desk | Bhildi, Oct 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the farmers in Gujarat's Banaskantha district had transformed th

Kremlin notes high level coordination between Ukraine, Russia rights commissioners in

The Kremlin highlighted the high level of coordination between the Russian and Ukrainian human rights commitioners, who are overseeing the sides'

M K Sons Fine Jewels IPO booked 3.50 times so far on final day

The company raised 82.62 crore from anchor investors by allotting 51 lakh equity shares to nine investors at 162 apiece

Air cargo demand rises 7.7% in September; Soaring Fuel Costs Squeeze Airline Margins

Global air cargo demand rose 7.7% in September 2026 compared with the same month a year earlier, with every region reporting growth, according to

Physical intimacy cannot be branded as rape after consensual relationship sours: SC

The Supreme Court addressed concerns over criminal cases following relationship failures, emphasizing consent during the relationship. It asserte

Mapping Bombay | Review of The Diamond-Encrusted Rat Trap by Adil Jussawalla

Jussawalla bears witness to the bigness and strangeness of the city

Odisha Issues Fresh Order to Correct 1956-57 Land Records

The Revenue and Disaster Management Department of the Government of Odisha has issued a formal notification (RDM-Reg-MISC-0014-2026) dated 30 Oct

Arshdeep Singh becomes first Indian bowler to take 150 T20I wickets

India pacer Arshdeep Singh scripted history on Friday by becoming the first Indian bowler to reach the milestone of 150 wickets in T20Is. Arshdee

Man dies by suicide in Latur; case registered against employees of 4 finance firms

Dattatraya Suryakant Kumbhar, a farm labourer, was found hanging at his home in Rani Ankulga village. His suicide is linked to alleged harassment

Mass Copying, Cheating: KSOU Regional Director Booked, Relieved of Duties

The FIR was registered based on a complaint by KSOU Registrar Prof M P Sadashiva, Mysuru, who appeared at the police station on October 28, 2026,

4th T20I: Phillips, Bracewell unleash carnage as New Zealand post mammoth 259 against India

Powered by a magnificent century from Glenn Phillips and a fluent half-century from Michael Bracewell, New Zealand cruised to a massive 259/7 aga

Developing Economies Face Aid Funding Cuts, WTO Calls for Stronger Trade Partnerships

Developing economies need stronger partnerships to turn trade opportunities into jobs, economic growth and better livelihoods, WTO Director-Gener

PM releases Rs 3,000 crore PM-KISAN instalment to over 35.38 lakh Odisha farmers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 24th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme on Friday, transferring over Rs 18,690 crore to more than 9.34 c

AstraZeneca targets $1.5 billion in annual savings, beats quarterly forecasts

AstraZeneca on Friday unveiled a restructuring programme aimed at funding investment in its drug pipeline, but gave few details on

AU Small Finance Bank probes alleged data leak after hacker group's breach claim

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 30 (IANS) AU Small Finance Bank on Friday said that it is investigating a potential data leak involving a software-

Israeli actress slams occupation on TV before realising she

Veteran Israeli actress Chelli Goldenberg criticised Israels occupation and policies towards Palestinians during a television interview, saying s

Six feared dead in helicopter crash in Indian Himalayan state, TV channels report

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Actor Vatsala Rajagopal passes away at 93

Vatsala was also an accomplised stage actor, with over 450 performances in a career that spanned 25 years

Neeraj Chopra says injury 'much better,' to resume training in next few weeks

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 30 (IANS) Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra has provided a positive update on his recovery from an ankle injur

Delnaaz Irani recalls Shah Rukh Khan's warmth on her first day on the sets of 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 30 (IANS) Actress Delnaaz Irani has recalled her first day on the sets of the 2003 film 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' and shared how

4th T20I: Phillips, Bracewell power NZ to record-breaking 259/7 against India

Digital Desk | Auckland, Oct 30 (IANS) Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell turned up for a batting show to lead New Zealand to a record 259/7 in

Indian Naval Ships depart Colombo after successful port call

Digital Desk | Colombo, Oct 30 (IANS) Ships of the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising Indian Naval ships INS Tir, INS Sujata

Why is VBL down 5% despite Q3 PAT jumps on double-digit volume growth?

Varun Beverages reported a 13.54 per cent on-year increase in consolidated net profit to 830.6 crore for Q3CY2026, driven by double-digit volume

Helicopter flying from Badrinath to Phata suspected to have crashed near Joshimath with six people on board

A helicopter operated by Trans Bharat Aviation is missing after taking off from Badrinath towards Dehradun. Local media sources indicate that the

EKAs $2 billion bus book, 2,000 crore capex fuel push into trucks, six-seaters

Sudhir Mehta targets 2,800 crore in combined FY27 revenue as EKA Mobility expands manufacturing, electric freight and rural mobility operations

New Zealand Set 260 Target For India in 4th T20I as Phillips Smashes 107

New Zealand delivered a brutal display of power-hitting to post a staggering 259/7 in 20 overs against India in the fourth T20I at Eden Park. Cho

Chopper returning from Badrinath goes missing with 6 on board, search ops launched

Odisha Executes Major Administrative Reshuffle; 42 OAS Officers Transferred

The General Administration & Public Grievance (GA & PG) Department of the Government of Odisha issued a series of notification orders on October

Accord Priority to Restore Power Supply in Cyclone Affected Regions: Naidu

Naidu reviewed department-wise relief operations being carried out at the village level and directed officials to work with the same commitment t

Adarsha Kutumbham Review: A Disappointing Mix of Family & Crime

Venkatesh, known for his ability to deliver emotionally charged performances, tries his best to shoulder the film.

Helicopter with 6 people onboard crashes in Uttarakhand's Joshimath

A helicopter operated by Trans Bharat, bearing registration number VT-HCX, crashed in Joshimath on Friday. The helicopter was carrying six people

Why are nearly 2,000 MBBS seats vacant in India? Private and state medical authorities ask NMC to step in

Despite numerous rounds of counseling, approximately 2,000 MBBS seats in India still remain empty. High tuition fees are deterring potential cand

Tamil Nadu Governor Arlekar, CM Vijay pay tribute to freedom fighter Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar

Governor Arlekar recalled his accomplishments as an orator, and freedom fighter, who followed the teachings of Vallalar, Ramakrishna Paramahamsa,

MSF Mob Break into Hospital, Attacks SFI Leaders in Keralam

SFI leader Adhils two upper teeth were broken, and he suffered a fracture in his left forearm as well as a head injury, while Sujith sustained fr

Andhra man works to protect childhoods of 90,000 kids across 110 villages

Bethala Veera Swami established Pragathi Association for Rural Development India with a mission to improve educational access for rural children.

Hackers Steal $6.3 Bn From Binance in World's Biggest Crypto Heist

Cryptocurrency prices fell on the news, while Binance halted withdrawals and said it would cover the losses

Idaho court revives farm couple's 5.95-acre claim after decades of use

An Idaho couple who have farmed beside an old barbed-wire fence since 1979 are fighting the state over 5.95 acres of land they believed was their

Nevada mine site opens 3.5-acre park amid $257m arsenic and lead cleanup

Henderson, Nevada, is transforming the former Three Kids Mine into a thriving residential area, complete with new parks. The recently opened Gree

'Jisko nahi fly karna woh nikal lo': Airline staff's reply to safety concerns

During a recent SpiceJet flight, passengers raised alarms about a loose window panel, leading to notable tension. Rather than addressing the safe

PM-Kisan 24th Instalment Released: Odisha CM Majhi Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Farmers

The 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme was directly transferred to eligible farmers bank accounts today.

NCLAT sets aside insolvency proceedings against Polycab over Rs 2.78 crore dues

NCLAT overturned the insolvency proceedings against Polycab India Limited, which originated from a claim by Asier Metals. The tribunal found unre

Rahul: Modi, Shah, EC Behind 'Demolition of Indian Democracy'

Rahul says rally will defend the idea of India and people's right to vote; VCK announces participation from five southern states.

IRCTC hotels case: Delhi court defers formal framing of charges against Lalu Prasad, others

Special Judge Prashant Kumar adjourned the proceedings to November 19, noting that the prosecution did not oppose the pleas seeking adjournment

Asking for extra chole led to Delhi man's death; food vendor stabbed him multiple times

In a tragic incident, Sandeep, a 35-year-old driver, lost his life following a heated argument over an extra serving of chhole with food vendor C

Thiruma Says Workers From 5 South States to Participate IN INDIA-Bloc Nov 1 Rally

The rally at Ramlila Maidan is expected to have atleast 10 lakh people attend at the newly designated protest site

OPINION | MLC poll message: United you win, divided you fall

Nowadays, there is an attempt to create a new narrative in politics. If the BJP wins, you saythe BJP won through manipulation, and if the opposit

Odisha Parties To Oppose AP's Move To Hold Rural Polls In Kotia

The ruling BJP and all opposition parties in Odisha have decided to collectively oppose the Andhra Pradesh government's move to conduct rural pol

Biggest threat to middle-class is not layoffs, market crash or inflation: Gujarat CA reveals one thing quietly making all three worse

A chartered accountant has warned that biggets threat to middle class in the next few year is not layoffs, market crash or inflation. He has said

RBI tightens cyber checks on lenders after spate of hacks

India's banks are facing increased scrutiny from the Reserve Bank of India regarding rising cyberattacks and AI risks. Recent incidents include d

Tracing Histories of Migration, Memory and Regeneration

Curated by Prof. Lisa Trivedi, the exhibition brings together eighteen years of artistic inquiry into indigo, colonial histories and textile as a

Fungus in Rs 230 butter pack: Panel orders Rs 2L payout, refers case to FSSAI

In Hyderabad, a woman discovered fungus in a packet of organic cooking butter she purchased. The commission determined that improper storage led

Palestinian citizens make their vote count in Israel

A healthy survey

Coverage improves, but expenses still an issue

Cheranalloor car crash: IPS officer denies intervening in probe, claims transfer has nothing to do with case

He said the reports that the judge of a district court, who is the father of the 17-year-old boy who allegedly drove the luxury car involved in t

Hyrox's Joanna Wietrzyk admits she 'put other people at risk' as she prepares for Hamburg comeback

Highlights Australian Hyrox athlete Joanna Wietrzyk, 24, has told the BBC she put other people at risk by finishing the Beijing race after soilin

Cyclone Arnab: Bhubaneswar-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat among 35 trains cancelled

Water over railway bridges between Ichchapuram and Jhadupudi halts services on the Chennai-Howrah main line

NSE's electronic gold receipts could generate 1,260 crore revenue by FY30, says Jefferies

Brokerage sees gold trading volumes reaching 25 times India's annual consumption; estimates three new businesses could add 2,242 crore in revenue

'Will be game over': Musk raises three 'concerns' against Democrats ahead of midterms

Elon Musk has raised alarms regarding the risk of Democratic supremacy over Congress and the presidency by 2028. He pointed out potential transfo