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Iran war set to end very quickly: Donald Trump

To mitigate energy costs, Trump mentioned the US might request the release of diesel reserves from an European nation

3 Oct 2026 9:57 am
Crude oil tanker hit by unknown projectile off Oman, crew reported safe

In a report posted on X, the UKMTO Operations Centre said it had received information about an incident involving a crude oil tanker in the area late at night on Friday

3 Oct 2026 9:54 am
Congress names Imran Masood UP working president ahead of 2027 Assembly polls

The Congress's decision to name Masood, a prominent Muslim face from West UP, as the working president is being seen as a signal that Congress will engage in some hard bargaining with Samajwadi Party before the 2027 alliance firms up

3 Oct 2026 9:50 am
Jharkhand: Ganja, brown sugar worth over Rs 52 lakh seized, 8 held

In Ranchi, three persons were arrested with 97 kg of ganja in a joint operation of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Ranchi and Nagri police within Nagri police station limits on Friday, an officer said

3 Oct 2026 9:44 am
Trump rules out US diesel export ban after Europe boosts fuel supply

Oh, we have a very good relationship with Europe, and, uh, they wanted to do it because they have a lot of diesel, Trump said

3 Oct 2026 9:42 am
Haryana BJP MLAs to meet PM Modi in Delhi amid SIR row, Punjab polls

The Opposition's vote theft allegations against Gyanesh Kumar gained momentum following a media report claiming differences within the poll panel

3 Oct 2026 9:39 am
Supermassive black holes kill host galaxies by blasting powerful plasma jets

By analysing DESI and LoTSS survey data, researchers found these jets blast energy far beyond galactic centres into the surrounding circumgalactic medium

3 Oct 2026 9:31 am
Bihar MLC polls: Congress announces five candidates, to take on RJD in 3 seats

The party has fielded its former state president Madan Mohan Jha for re-election from the Darbhanga Teachers seat

3 Oct 2026 9:29 am
Patna floodplains: Supreme Court gives Bihar 8 weeks to remove encroachments

After eight weeks, we want a full compliance report as regards the removal of the encroachments as directed by us. No further time shall be granted, it said

3 Oct 2026 9:26 am
US researchers turn eggshell waste into sustainable magnesium alloys

The innovation could reduce energy use, cut manufacturing steps, and provide a cheap, sustainable supply for automotive, aerospace, and medical uses

3 Oct 2026 9:24 am
NASA humanoid robots Valkyrie, Robonaut 2 to support astronauts on Moon, Mars

By taking over hasardous operations and repetitive labour, humanoids reduce risks for astronauts, allowing crew members to focus on vital scientific research and exploration

3 Oct 2026 9:22 am
Just seven days of strength training reduced visceral fat in mice, study finds

By reactivating key fat-clearing proteins and lowering fat-producing gene activity, strength training rapidly improved metabolic health at the cellular level

3 Oct 2026 9:21 am
Cornell researchers document first cases of Marfan syndrome in domestic cats

Though both cats carried two altered copies of the FBN1 gene a condition typically fatal their specific variant retained enough normal function to allow them to survive into adulthood, offering key genetic insights.

3 Oct 2026 9:18 am
Mid-Day Opinion: Hope Asiad winners get the promised awards

Those voted in, have to prove they are credible, trustworthy and do not just say things to make the news. Do not make anybody nudge you. Walk that talk, please

3 Oct 2026 9:13 am
Mid-Day Opinion: Nothing dark about Bahrains reign

Indias athletics campaign at the Asian Games has exposed a worrying gold medal gap, but some social media warriors blaming Bahrain for its naturalised African-born champion athletes is unfair

3 Oct 2026 9:12 am
North Korea fires at least one ballistic missile: Seoul military

Seoul's military demanded an official apology over the landmine blast, but Pyongyang denied responsibility, calling South Korea despicable

3 Oct 2026 7:57 am
Diveagar beach tragedy: Parents allege negligence by coaching institute

The Alandi Municipal Council on Friday sealed the premises of the coaching institute for operating without a mandatory no objection certificate, officials said

2 Oct 2026 10:31 pm
G7 agrees to release 100 million barrels of oil reserves amid energy crisis

G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of crude oil and diesel from strategic reserves over four months to ease global energy supply concerns. The coordinated release through the IEA will include a substantial diesel release within the first 20 days

2 Oct 2026 9:58 pm
WATCH: Netanyahu says flydubai attacker underwent Islamist radicalisation

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu said the flydubai attacker underwent Islamist radicalisation and intended to crash the plane with all passengers on board, as UAE authorities investigate the incident and examine possible terrorist links

2 Oct 2026 8:22 pm
Israel to begin repatriation flights for passengers stranded in UAE

Israel will begin repatriation flights Friday to bring home passengers stranded in the UAE after commercial travel was suspended following an attack on a FlyDubai pilot. Arkia and Israir flights are scheduled, while El Al is expected to resume Dubai-Israel flights Sunday

2 Oct 2026 8:14 pm
Pakistan govt, PTI hold talks ahead of Imran Khan supporters Islamabad protest

Pakistans government and Imran Khans PTI held talks Friday ahead of planned Sunday protests demanding Khans release. Authorities have blocked key Islamabad routes with shipping containers, while PTI said it remains ready to protest but could continue negotiations if the government shows flexibility

2 Oct 2026 8:13 pm
US arrests man for allegedly smuggling AI servers worth USD 300 million to China

US authorities arrested California man Greg Lui, accused of illegally exporting more than USD 300 million worth of US-made computer servers containing advanced GPUs to China through third countries. He allegedly used false paperwork and bypassed required export licenses between 2023 and 2024

2 Oct 2026 8:12 pm
Spain housing crisis: Parliament set to vote on measures amid nationwide protest

Spains parliament was set to vote on government housing decrees after nationwide protests over an 87-year-old womans eviction. Junts opposition threatens the measures, which include rental contract renewals and protections for vulnerable tenants, putting pressure on Pedro Sanchezs minority government

2 Oct 2026 8:11 pm
Delhi High Court: Father-in-law not liable under DV Act for adult sons conduct

The Delhi High Court ruled that a father-in-law cannot be held liable under the Domestic Violence Act merely for failing to control his adult son. The court said allegations such as insult or abuse must be supported by specific facts showing domestic violence under Section 3

2 Oct 2026 8:11 pm
UAE Presidents adviser calls flydubai flight incident a terrorist act

Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said Machchhar was a true hero who deserved every appreciation for his actions during the mid-air crisis. Gargash also stressed the need for continued vigilance against extremism and terrorism as investigations into the incident continue in the UAE

2 Oct 2026 7:06 pm
Watch video: Vande Bharat crosses worlds highest bridge at 100 kmph

The speed enhancement on the Katra-Banihal section under Northern Railway's Jammu division was successfully tested on Thursday, marking a significant operational milestone for the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL) project

2 Oct 2026 6:21 pm
Bihar: Four girls drown in pond while bathing in East Champaran village

Four girls, including two sisters, drowned while bathing in a pond in Bankat village, Bihars East Champaran district. Police recovered all four bodies and sent them for postmortem. Officials said compensation may be provided to the victims families after the investigation

2 Oct 2026 5:16 pm
Free Palestine material found among Omani co-pilots belongings'

Free Palestine leaflets and other pro-Palestinian material were reportedly found among the belongings of the Omani co-pilot accused of attacking the captain aboard a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, as international probes continue

2 Oct 2026 5:12 pm
Diveagar tragedy: Coaching institute sealed day after eight students drown

The civic action was taken after officials found that the coaching institute was allegedly operating without the mandatory No-Objection Certificate (NOC) or licence required for running a commercial establishment

2 Oct 2026 5:10 pm
PM Modi speaks to Captain Smit Machchhar after flydubai cockpit attack

Captain Machchhar spoke to the Prime Minister about his experience and what gave him the courage to respond during the incident. PM Modi praised his bravery and wished him a speedy recovery

2 Oct 2026 4:55 pm
Two suspected Pakistani intruders shot dead as BSF foils infiltration bid

Two suspected Pakistani intruders were shot dead after BSF troops foiled an alleged infiltration attempt along the India-Pakistan International Border in Punjabs Tarn Taran sector on Friday. The incident took place near Rajoke village, according to preliminary reports

2 Oct 2026 4:32 pm
EC row: Over 700 detained as Opposition and student groups protest in Delhi

The protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar and several nearby locations, with police saying permission had not been granted for the proposed demonstration

2 Oct 2026 4:22 pm
India is a trusted voice for global peace under PM Modi, says Amit Shah

Amit Shah said Putins remarks praising the Prime Ministers efforts towards global peace were a matter of pride for Indians. He also noted that Putins statement came on the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who spread the message of peace and non-violence

2 Oct 2026 2:53 pm
You are my biggest idol: Captain Smit Machchhar tells PM Modi during call

During the conversation, Machchhar told Modi that receiving his call made him extremely proud and that he had never imagined getting an opportunity to speak with him. The injured pilot also told PM Modi that he was his biggest idol and someone he had always looked up to

2 Oct 2026 2:53 pm
Taiwan receives first US-made F-16V fighter jets amid tensions with China

Taiwan received its first two US-made F-16V fighter jets under a USD 8 billion deal for 66 aircraft. The advanced fighters arrived amid rising tensions with China and delays to a separate USD 14 billion US arms package sought by Taipei

2 Oct 2026 2:44 pm
Turkey mine accident: Three trapped miners found dead, death toll reaches five

Five miners died after a mine collapse in Soma, western Turkey. Rescuers recovered the bodies of three workers trapped underground, while two others were rescued and hospitalised. Seven workers were caught in the collapse, authorities said

2 Oct 2026 2:27 pm
Jantar Mantar protest: Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj among AAP leaders detained

Delhi Police detained AAP leaders Saurabh Bharadwaj, Atishi and Sanjeev Jha, along with student activists, during a Jantar Mantar protest over alleged irregularities in the SIR of electoral rolls and demands for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

2 Oct 2026 2:08 pm
France student protests: Nearly 400 high schools closed amid week-long unrest

Nearly 400 high schools across France were closed Friday as a week-long student protest movement spread nationwide. Officials said around 2,000 people, mostly minors, were taken into custody, while at least 65 school staff members were injured

2 Oct 2026 2:07 pm
Maharashtra drought: Sharad Pawar meets farmers, seeks urgent relief

The former Union agriculture minister visited Purandar tehsil in Pune district, where he interacted with villagers and assessed the situation on the ground. Pawar said he would take up the issues faced by farmers with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and seek concrete measures to address the crisis

2 Oct 2026 2:07 pm
Israeli El Al return flights from Dubai cancelled after flydubai incident

El Al cancelled two special repatriation flights from Dubai after UAE authorities withheld landing approval following an in-flight attack on a flydubai plane. Regular El Al flights from Dubai to Tel Aviv remain scheduled from Sunday, with seats reportedly booked through the week

2 Oct 2026 1:21 pm
Manoj Jha joins Jantar Mantar protest, questions Delhi Police restrictions

I understand that the opposition parties have their own separate programme. This is a programme of the citizens. Every citizen who is a stakeholder in this republic feels that a single person, a puppet whose strings are pulled elsewhere, is making the decisions, Manoj Jha said

2 Oct 2026 12:56 pm
Hyderabad Airport: Passenger accidentally activates flight emergency exit alarm

A 35-year-old passenger was deboarded from a Hyderabad-Kadapa flight at Hyderabads RGIA after accidentally touching the emergency exit handle, triggering an alarm. Police enquiry found it was unintentional. He was let off after giving a letter, and no case was registered

2 Oct 2026 12:52 pm
Gandhi Jayanti: PM Modi recalls Bapus ideals of truth, non-violence, Swadeshi

PM Modi said Gandhi's ideals remained relevant and expressed hope that his message would continue to inspire the country towards building a better society and a Viksit Bharat

2 Oct 2026 11:10 am
Delhi Metro closes 11 stations amid security measures for Jantar Mantar protest

The protest has been called over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and concerns raised by organisers over the functioning of the Election Commission

2 Oct 2026 10:58 am
Maharashtra: Accused attempts self-immolation in Beed court, lawyers foil bid

The incident occurred around 12.30 pm on Thursday in Courtroom No. 1 of the Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) court in Ambajogai while regular proceedings were underway, according to a police official. The accused was identified as Vilas Kundlik Ghuge, a resident of Ladevadgaon village in Kaij tehsil

2 Oct 2026 10:51 am
PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Shastri, recalls Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan legacy

PM Narendra Modi also recalled Lal Bahadur Shastris iconic slogan, Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, while highlighting the former prime ministers leadership and his appeal among farmers and soldiers. Recalling Shastris personality, Modi said that merely taking his name evokes a strong sense of respect among people

2 Oct 2026 10:08 am
Raigad tragedy: Eight students bodies sent to Alandi after procedures

The students were from Winners Academy, a private coaching institute based in Alandi, Pune district. The group had travelled to Diveagar in Raigad district for a picnic when the tragedy occurred on Thursday

2 Oct 2026 9:57 am
Ram temple staff to undergo 100 per cent police verification, character checks

Trust member Dinendra Das on Thursday said the decisions taken by the Trust would be acceptable to all those associated with the temple

2 Oct 2026 9:25 am
Kapil Sibal calls ONOE panel's proposed Supreme Court visit 'unconstitutional'

Report said that the panel has cancelled its programme of visiting the Supreme Court

2 Oct 2026 9:20 am
PM Modi has good ideas for ending Ukraine war, says Russian President Putin

Putin expressed gratitude to Modi for his efforts and continued support for resolving the conflict through dialogue

2 Oct 2026 9:17 am