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Pune has reported a rise in conjunctivitis cases over the past two to three weeks, with doctors linking the increase to changing weather, crowded public places and inadequate hand hygiene. Ophthalmologists have advised timely medical attention, proper hygiene and avoiding self-medication

Assam Police have arrested 17 individuals in connection with an alleged attack on a Bihu cultural troupe during a Durga Puja celebration in Sribhumi district on Saturday night. The incident reportedly followed objections to the performance of Assamese songs, with videos showing injured performers

Around 343 voter identity cards belonging to Indores Rau Assembly constituency were found along the banks of the Narmada River in Madhya Pradeshs Khargone district. The cards were discovered by residents during a cleanliness drive and seized by the revenue team as police began an investigation

Sudan faces a growing risk of famine, with 19.5 million people experiencing acute food insecurity, according to a joint warning by the US, Canada and more than two dozen international partners. The governments have urged warring parties to lift restrictions and allow humanitarian aid to reach civilians

US President Donald Trump hit back at former President Barack Obama after he reportedly compared the renovated White House to the Cheesecake Factory restaurant chain. Trump defended the restoration work, called Obama a lousy president and claimed the building was in its best shape since 1792

The Odisha government has warned against spreading unverified forecasts and misleading alerts about Cyclone Arnab on social media. The Special Relief Commissioner has urged citizens and media organisations to rely on official IMD bulletins, cautioning that deliberate false warnings could invite legal action

It applies both to new applicants and to previously approved travelers with an existing EVS-TAP travel authorization

Trump's next two years in office will depend on which party controls either chamber of Congress or both.

The accident occurred between 2 am and 3 am.

An official announcement from Islamabad regarding remains pending, but diplomatic sources indicated that preparations were under way for the PMs visit to Russia.

Researchers found that this calorie restriction disproportionately decreases mutations in the least active genomic regions, particularly within organs like the liver.

With 100 per cent of the vote counted, Brazils electoral court announced that Lula had a lead of nearly 4.4 million votes 51.8 per cent of the total vote over Flavio Bolsonaro

Delhi BJP leaders and workers raised slogans in protest of the alleged insult, demanding an apology from Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi

Speaking to US network MS NOW, Herzog said he would not bow to pressure from Trump

As Mumbais shopping and F&B industries do a collective jig with the opening up of Ballard Pier, one hopes that the character and distinct identity of Ballard Estate heritage precinct nearby is allowed to be

The police initially circulated his images to police stations across Mumbai but received no useful leads

From Indian street-food classics to recipes rooted in family memories, The Splendid Table serves up two culinary conversations

Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28, with winds of up to 140 kmph, heavy rain and a possible storm surge. Odisha has shut schools in six districts, banned fishing and deployed rescue teams

Religious authority is greater than political power. Governing the state by bowing before saints is our tradition, Shinde said after paying obeisance to Lord Trimbakeshwar and Godavari Mata and greeting saints and religious leaders who had arrived from across the country

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Yavatmal on Tuesday and Wednesday, forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, light to moderate rainfall and gusty winds. Wardha and Nagpur are under yellow alerts for Wednesday and Thursday, while Gondia is also likely to experience similar weather conditions on both days

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is closely monitoring changes in the path and intensity of Cyclone Arnab, which is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast. Although West Bengal is unlikely to face a direct impact, the system is expected to bring fresh spells of rain and gusty winds to several parts of the state

Heavy Northeast monsoon rain has triggered a red alert in Kodaikanal, flooding over 20 homes and disrupting tourism and livelihoods. Residents fear a cracked 30-year-old bridge could cut off 600700 families, while Vaigai Dam in Theni has reached the 50-foot mark

Three Palestinians, including a seven-year-old girl, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a displaced persons camp in southern Gaza. Gaza's civil defence reported 11 deaths and 50 injuries from Israeli fire and airstrikes in 24 hours, as military activity continued despite the ceasefire

According to preliminary information, smoke and flames were noticed coming from the bus while it was heading towards Swargate. The driver acted promptly and pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road

A 30-year-old man was arrested for allegedly molesting an 18-year-old woman and attempting to lift her near Samarth Dairy in Punes Katraj area on October 24. The womans cries for help alerted locals, who allegedly caught and assaulted the accused before police arrived

Congress general secretary in-charge of communications Jairam Ramesh said the Maharashtra government had challenged the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), alleging that its regulations encroached upon the powers of the state government

The Saudi-led coalition says it destroyed four Houthi ballistic missile launchers, a depot and tunnels in Yemen as the Houthis claimed a fresh attack on Riyadh airport. Saudi air defences have intercepted missiles amid escalating attacks, flight disruptions and heightened regional security concerns

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal is visiting South Korea to strengthen maritime cooperation and promote Indias shipbuilding potential. He urged Indian professionals to share Korean expertise and support the VOYAGES framework as India targets a place among the worlds top five shipbuilding nations by 2047

The forum, being hosted under India's chairship, brings together representatives of BRICS member and partner countries to strengthen parliamentary cooperation and discuss people-centric development

Several people, including Congress workers and security personnel, were injured after five vehicles in Rahul Gandhis convoy collided with an ambulance on the Purvanchal Expressway in Uttar Pradeshs Sultanpur district on October 26

The case stemmed from comments Gandhi allegedly made during the 2018 Karnataka Assembly election campaign in Bengaluru. He had criticised the BJP's claims of promoting clean politics while referring to Shah as a person accused in a murder case

Congress general secretary in-charge of communications Jairam Ramesh shared media reports on X highlighting rising food prices and the impact of inflation on household budgets

The IMD has warned that Cyclone Arnab could intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm before crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28. Winds may reach 125 kmph, with gusts up to 140 kmph, while coastal areas face extremely heavy rainfall and disaster officials urge caution

Thick smoke was seen billowing from Delhis North Block on Monday, October 26, prompting Delhi Fire Services to dispatch six fire tenders after receiving a call at 11.10 am. A police officer said ongoing repair work may have caused a minor fire

Jordanian security forces have arrested three suspects over a shooting at St Georges Greek Orthodox Church in Karak that killed nine people and injured 25. Authorities said the suspects were wounded during an armed clash, as the government vowed accountability and mourned the victims

Taking to X, Modi described Lula's victory as remarkable and said he looked forward to working closely with the Brazilian leader to expand cooperation between the two countries

Foreign delegations from BRICS member and partner countries arrived at Parliament in New Delhi on October 26 for the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also attended the meeting, which focuses on parliamentary cooperation and people-centric development

Delhi recorded its lowest minimum temperature of October at 16.2 degrees Celsius on Monday, with the IMD forecasting clear skies and a maximum of 32 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, Delhis AQI stood at 176, while Mumbai recorded 114 amid hazy conditions

The disturbance apparently followed a clash between two groups of transgender persons in Shivaji Nagar area three days ago over a demand of customary gifts, police said.

Without naming any country, the IAF chief also deliberated on the fast-evolving geopolitical upheavals in the region

A massive fire broke out at Shiv Market near Jammu Railway Station around 10.30 pm on Sunday, October 25, gutting around 40 shops selling food supplies, dry fruits and blankets. The blaze was brought under control at 3.15 am on Monday, with no casualties reported

A Pakistani fishing boat was also seized during the operation, the official added.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Reserve Bank of Indias R169-crore data centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar

He outlined the agencys roadmap, which includes a 2000-acre dedicated Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) complex at Kulasekarapattinam in Tuticorin district.

Kharge alleged that the RSS and BJPs ideology was deepening divisions in the country

The escalation follows a Friday gun attack in Hebron that killed two Israeli soldiers and wounded three others.

A new study estimates that snakebites cause between 2.1 million and 7 million cases of envenoming globally each year, with annual deaths potentially ranging from 274,000 to 513,000. Sub-Saharan Africa accounts for an estimated 45 per cent of fatalities, highlighting the need for better access to anti-venom

Living in this city may seem like an increasingly fraught exercise, but it can be managed with a little bit of planning

India will host the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum at Samvidhan Sadan on October 26 and 27. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend, while Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has held talks with Russian delegation head Vyacheslav Volodin on parliamentary cooperation and counterterrorism

From car-pooling, to planting some greenery in building compounds, every little effort adds up to collective.