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Ayodhya Deepotsav creates world record with 26,17,215 lamps along Sarayu River

A record was also set for the highest number of people performing simultaneous `diya` rotation, marking a milestone in the spiritual and cultural revival of Ayodhya under the Yogi Adityanath-led government

19 Oct 2025 9:29 pm
Israel launches air strikes in Gaza after its troops come under attack in Rafah

On October 10, Israel and Hamas reached a ceasefire in Gaza, pausing the two-year-long conflict. But with the hostage exchange concluded, the truce now faces renewed challenges. The broader conflict has taken a devastating toll since October 7, 2023

19 Oct 2025 8:33 pm
Madhya Pradesh vendor takes passengers wristwatch after UPI payment fails

A viral video from Jabalpur Railway Station shows a vendor taking a passengers wristwatch as payment for samosas after a failed UPI transaction. The incident sparked outrage, prompting railway authorities to detain the vendor and initiate licence cancellation action

19 Oct 2025 6:28 pm
Bihar elections 2025: BJP President puts light on partys preparations

With the Bihar Assembly polls just days away, BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal said the partys roadmap is ready. PM Modi will launch his campaign on October 24 with rallies in Samastipur and Begusarai. Jaiswal confirmed that the Prime Minister will not attend Chhath Puja this year

19 Oct 2025 3:44 pm
Central Railway to run special trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja to ease rush

Central Railway will operate 1,702 special trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja to ease festive travel. Extra counters, holding areas, and mobile ticketing services are set up, while FIRs are filed against misleading social media posts about congestion

19 Oct 2025 3:40 pm
BJP leader Dilip Jaiswal says, `Direct contest between NDA and Mahagathbandhan`

As Bihar elections near, BJP leader Dilip Jaiswal said the contest will be a direct fight between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan. He termed Prashant Kishors entry a part of election strategy and claimed seat-sharing issues persist in the opposition alliance ahead of the November 67 polls

19 Oct 2025 3:34 pm
Karnataka HC directs RSS to file fresh petition for route march in Chittapur

Justice MGS Kamal said this after the petitioner submitted to the court that it intends to hold the route march on November 2, since the permission for Sunday (October 19) was declined by the authorities

19 Oct 2025 2:55 pm
Congress says allowing foreign firms to acquire Indian banks is imprudent, risky

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh`s assertion came after Emirates NBD Bank, the second largest in the UAE, expressed interest in acquiring a majority 60 per cent stake in RBL Bank for Rs 26,853 crore -- the biggest ever financial sector deal in value terms

19 Oct 2025 2:47 pm
Asaduddin Owaisi`s AIMIM announces list of 25 candidates for Bihar elections

Iman has been renominated from Amour, where Chief Minister Nitish Kumar`s JD(U) has replaced 2020 runner-up Saba Zafar with Sabir Ali, a former Rajya Sabha MP who was expelled from the party 11 years ago

19 Oct 2025 2:40 pm
Banjara activist begins indefinite fast on charpoy in Jalna for ST status

Vijay Chavan, who began his agitation in the Ambad Chowfully area on Saturday, said he had sought permission to stage his protest at the district collectorate premises but was denied permission

19 Oct 2025 2:30 pm
Bison: On the horns of caste

Mari Selvarajs brilliant Bison (Tamil, with English subtitle options), starring Dhruv Vikram, ranks among the finest Indian films of the year. Must see!

19 Oct 2025 11:25 am
Bihar elections: Mahagathbandhan has already crumbled, says UP Deputy CM

`The Mahagathbandhan has already crumbled even before the elections. All parties of the NDA coalition are contesting the elections together and receiving very good support from the public,` said UP deputy CM Maurya

19 Oct 2025 11:15 am
Benjamin Netanyahu orders Rafah border crossing closed until further notice

The embassy added that further logistical details regarding gathering points and departure times would be communicated directly to those affected

19 Oct 2025 10:58 am
Donald Trump says US kills two drug-linked terrorists in sub attack

According to the US President, the two surviving individuals are from Ecuador and Colombia and will be returned to their home countries for detention and legal proceedings

19 Oct 2025 10:55 am
Pushkar Singh Dhami says 9,000 acres of govt land reclaimed in Uttarakhand

Dhami said he has resolved to ensure that Uttarakhand`s demography is not changed, and cited his government`s strict anti-conversion and anti-riot laws as well as action against what he said were land jihad, love jihad and spit jihad

19 Oct 2025 10:51 am
Israel says Hamas hands over two coffins of deceased hostages

According to a series of posts by the Israeli Prime Minister`s Office (PMO) on X, the remains were received via the Red Cross and transferred to Israeli authorities

19 Oct 2025 10:45 am
Mexican Tree of Life gifted to pope reflects cultural heritage

Hernndezs ancestors have crafted clay pieces for as long as he can remember. The tree allows you to express whatever you want, said Carolina Ramrez, a guide at Metepecs Clay Museum

19 Oct 2025 8:32 am
Ceasefire in Gaza offers respite but daily struggles persist for residents

But many daily struggles, big and small, persist from how to put an actual roof over ones head and what to wear as winter approaches, to how to secure proper food, to worries over whether the fragile ceasefire will hold

19 Oct 2025 8:28 am
Protesters rally under No Kings banner over US government shutdown

After 21 days of US government shutdown, federal programmes like food assistance and emergency medical care have taken a hit

19 Oct 2025 8:25 am
Nine held for violence related to Zubeen Garg death case

Violent protests had erupted near the Baksa jail on Wednesday when five accused in Gargs death case were brought there after a court in remanded them to judicial custody

19 Oct 2025 8:21 am
Indian Army sepoy saves eight-month-old infant with CPR on train

Sepoy Sunil, posted in a field hospital of the Army in the north-east, administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to the infant and stabilised the baby while travelling on the New Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express

19 Oct 2025 8:18 am
Wont ally with BJP to restore Jammu and Kashmir statehood, says Omar Abdullah

Amit Shah asserts that J&Ks statehood will be restored at an appropriate time; Omar Abdullah says BJP should be honest if restoration is conditional to them taking office

19 Oct 2025 8:12 am
Nobel in pieces

In fact, sire, lets write the first of your biographies Donald Trump Bullets and Bombs- My Journey to the Nobel Peace Prize

19 Oct 2025 6:50 am
Nirav Modi claims `sensational developments` to come in extradition case

The 54-year-old appeared in the dock before High Court Judge Simon Tinkler at the Royal Courts of Justice here on Friday to present his defence in an unrelated case, involving an over USD 8 million unpaid Bank of India debt

18 Oct 2025 10:46 pm
Delhi-Dhaka flight delayed due to airport closure in Bangladesh: Air India

On Saturday afternoon, a massive fire broke out at the cargo complex of Dhaka`s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, forcing authorities to suspend all flight operations

18 Oct 2025 10:29 pm
Make Nashik airport runway operational before Kumbh Mela, Bhujbal to Centre

In a letter addressed to the Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chhagan Bhujbal stressed the urgent need for air connectivity to manage the expected influx of over five crore pilgrims during the massive religious gathering scheduled to begin in October 2026

18 Oct 2025 9:50 pm
Pak-Afghan conflict `easy` to solve: US President Trump

While speaking to the media during a bilateral lunch with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on Friday, Trump said, I do understand Pakistan attacked or there is an attack going on with Afghanistan, that`s an easy one for me to solve if I have to solve that

18 Oct 2025 7:06 pm
Ten rhinos rescued as floods hit wildlife zones in West Bengal

A 13-day mission ran from October 5 to 17, and involved hundreds of forest staff, local police, fire departments, and community members, officials said on Saturday

18 Oct 2025 6:38 pm
Fire breaks out at Dhaka Airport, flights suspended

A spokesperson for the airport said, All our aircraft are confirmed safe. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops, quoted The Daily Star

18 Oct 2025 5:30 pm
3 Indians dead, 5 missing in Mozambique boat accident; rescue operations underwa

The incident occurred on Friday (local time) during a reported routine transfer of crew members to a vessel anchored offshore

18 Oct 2025 1:00 pm
NIA special court sentences two more accused in Visakhapatnam Navy spying case

Imran Yakub Gileti of Godhra (Gujarat) has been sentenced to 6 years of SI for each of the same offences

18 Oct 2025 12:55 pm
US, UN impose sanctions on two Haitians for role in gang violence

After he escaped from prison in 2024, he colluded with Haiti`s most powerful gang coalition, Viv Ansanm, Treasury said in a statement

18 Oct 2025 12:53 pm
UAE humanitarian ship sets sail for Gaza with 7,200 tonnes of aid

The cargo represents a comprehensive humanitarian response addressing the most pressing daily needs of Gaza`s population

18 Oct 2025 12:50 pm
After Zelenskyy meeting, Trump calls on Ukraine, Russia to `stop where they are`

Trump`s frustration with the conflict has surfaced repeatedly in the nine months since he returned to office, but with his latest comments, he edged back in the direction of pressing Ukraine to give up on retaking land it has lost to Russia

18 Oct 2025 12:46 pm
Ukraine denounces terrorism convictions of 15 soldiers in Russian court

The military court in Rostov-on-Don sentenced 15 men from the Aidar battalion, which Russia has designated a terrorist group, to prison terms ranging from 15 to 21 years

18 Oct 2025 12:42 pm
Madagascars coup leader is sworn in as new president

Ousted President Andry Rajoelinas whereabouts are unknown after he left the country, claiming that his life was in danger following the rebellion by soldiers loyal to Randrianirina

18 Oct 2025 12:40 pm
US President Trump backtracks ahead of Zelenskyy meeting

In recent days, Trump had shown openness to selling Ukraine long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles, even as Putin warned that such a move would further strain the US-Russian relationship. But following Thursdays call with Putin, Trump appeared to downplay the prospects of Ukraine getting the missiles, which have a range of about 1600 km

18 Oct 2025 12:33 pm
210 Maoists, including central committee member, surrender in Chhattisgarh

Hailing the development, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said it was a historic day not only for Bastar but for Chhattisgarh and the entire nation

18 Oct 2025 12:25 pm
Rahul pays tribute to late singer Zubeen Garg, meets family

As Gandhi offered tribute to the singer, the crowd present at the site shouted slogans - Justice for Zubeen and Joy Zubeen

18 Oct 2025 12:20 pm
CM Yogi extends Dhanteras greetings, prays for prosperity and growth

On the occasion of Dhanteras, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended heartfelt wishes to the people of the state, expressing hopes for their happiness, prosperity, and well-being

18 Oct 2025 9:01 am
PM Modi extends Dhanteras greetings, wishes health and prosperity for all

Many happy Dhanteras wishes to all my family members across the country. On this auspicious occasion, I wish everyone happiness, good fortune, and health, Modi said in a post in Hindi on X

18 Oct 2025 8:54 am
Take a chill pill, Gautam!

I was genuinely pained to read Gambhir publicly rebuking K Srikkanths views recently; having coached Gautam at NCA as an U-19 player, Id like to remind him to stay focused, smile, and enjoy the responsibility as India head coach

18 Oct 2025 8:35 am
Is MCA losing its formidable clout?

The absence of heavyweight leaders like Sharad Pawar and Shashank Manohar, who used to wield significant influence over the ICC and BCCI, is palpable

18 Oct 2025 8:32 am
May nothing darken Mumbais skies this Diwali

In a move to raise awareness, informative banners have been displayed across Thane city by the municipal corporation

18 Oct 2025 8:14 am
The ECs fall from grace

Where stalwarts like TN Seshan and JM Lyngdoh, gave the Election Commission its rock-solid reputation until a few years ago, its current operations leave more unsavoury questions than answers

18 Oct 2025 8:11 am
Belgium court clears extradition of Mehul Choksi to India

The verdict is a significant win for Indias extradition efforts. The court described the arrest as lawful after hearing arguments from Belgian prosecutors and Choksis defence during mid-September hearings

17 Oct 2025 10:10 pm
PM Modi meets Sri Lankan counterpart, holds discussions on fishermen`s welfare

The visit comes a day after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks with PM Amarasuriya, discussing ways to bolster cooperation between the two countries. She said the purpose of her visit was to further increase and strengthen our (India-Sri Lanka) relationship

17 Oct 2025 9:33 pm
Sanjay Raut praises BJP`s Ganesh Naik, says he will emerge as `winner`

Speaking at the inauguration of the Sena (UBT)`s public relations office, Raut remarked, Ganesh Naik is a seasoned wrestler. He will be the final victor, adding that Naik had maintained his composure despite internal tensions within the ruling alliance

17 Oct 2025 7:39 pm
Tejas Mk1A makes maiden flight from HAL Nashik; defence exports hit Rs 25,000 cr

The defence minister inaugurated HAL`s third production line for Tejas Mk1A and the second production line for the HTT-40 aircraft. LCA Mk1A, the advanced variant of Tejas, is a 4.5-generation multi-role fighter jet with improved combat avionics

17 Oct 2025 7:27 pm
Bihar polls: EC ramps up vigil on cash, liquor and border movements

In a high-level meeting held on Friday, the poll body discussed a comprehensive strategy to curb the misuse of money and material influence that could impact voter behaviour

17 Oct 2025 4:41 pm