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US presses Israel over West Bank settler attacks

How the changes in visa policy in the U.K. and Canada affect Indian students

A break down of the latest rules and what they mean for students heading to the U.K. or Canada for higher education

Delhi Police grants Congress NOC for November 1 rally at Ramlila Maidan

On September 30, the INDIA bloc finalised a joint action plan over the SIR (Special Intensive Revision) row, including rallies and save democracy

Sahil Wakode death: Parents demand arrest of IIT Bombay professors as student groups protest at Azad Maidan

The protesters demanded action against Suryanarayana Doolla, Professor of Energy Science and Engineering, and Professor Shireesh B. Kedare, Direc

Saudi-led coalition says helicopter crash in Najran kills two crew members

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Deaths confirmed after 'serious incident,' fire at Canada military base in Alberta

People were killed and injured in a serious incident that resulted in a fire on one of Canada's busiest military bases in Alberta, Defense Minist

El Nio could intensify stress on Keralams forests and wildlife

According to the Forest Survey of India, Keralam reported 49 large forest fire incidents so far this year, compared with 52 in 2025. The amount a

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley says fashion show changed my life forever as she returns after 20 years

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 18 (IANS) Actress and model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has recalled how walking her first fashion show at the age of 19

Indian EB-2 queue stuck in 2013 as US Congressman flags 179-year green card wait

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) US Congressman Josh Gottheimer has renewed his call to end per-country caps on employment-based green ca

West Bengal imposes Section 163 BNSS for three days after Kolkata stampede kills 19

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Swimming-Walsh surprised by 50m freestyle short course world record

American Gretchen Walsh said she had

Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: Eyewitnesses flag crowd management lapses, police initiates probe

Locals also claimed that police deployment at the pandal was inadequate, alleging that personnel were mainly stationed near the VIP entrance

12 killed as truck crashes into shops near temple gate in MP's Gwalior

Digital Desk | Gwalior, Oct 18 (IANS) Twelve people were killed, while over 25 were injured after a truck rammed into shops near Shitla Mata Temp

West Bengal minister calls Chorbagan stampede

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Canada Reports Deaths After 'Serious Incident' Triggers Fire At Military Base

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith described the fire as significant and tragic and said it was affecting many military personnel.

Ranbir Kapoor showcases singing talent, croons Kabira at Durga Puja pandal during Navratri

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 18 (IANS) Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor added a musical touch to the Navratri celebrations as he recently visited the

Ousted press secretary Zacharia denies throwing Trump under bus

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) Katie Zacharia, ousted as White House Press Secretary after less than a week, has denied throwing Presid

'No one at White House ordered...': Rubio rejects claim Trump ordered Ukraine Starlink slowdown

Iran, Pakistan temporarily suspend cross-border movement over technical issues, security concerns

Cross-border movement and exchanges between Iran and Pakistan have been temporarily suspended due to technical issues. Iranian Foreign Ministry S

France's historic Limoges Town Hall, which survived two world wars, 'largely lost' amid riots

A historic building in the French town of Limoges has been largely lost after being set on fire by rioters, as violent demonstrations against ris

'Important ally and partner': Rubio leaves for India amid Trumps Russian oil tariff threat

Marco Rubio's visit to India aims to bolster energy collaboration and strategic partnerships. Following a halt on tariffs pertaining to Russian o

'India an important ally': Marco Rubio says US President studying impact of possible tariffs on countries like India

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted India's significant energy requirements while discussing waived sanctions on Russia. These sanction

Zelenskyy hints at potential meeting with Putin in US during G20 summit as Trump waives Russian Oil tariffs

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced potential trilateral talks involving Russia during the upcoming G20 Summit. He expressed willin

Trump warns Democratic victory in midterm elections could undo his gains

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has warned that a Democratic victory in the November 3 midterm elections could

19 dead in Kolkata Chorbagan pandal stampede; Congress demands probe

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Crocodiles will eat her: How a shopping promise led to nursing officers murder

A nursing officer named Snehlata went missing after her partner, Satyaprakash, took her out under false premises. Police suspect he murdered her

After Ladakh Talks Hit Roadblock, Government Seeks To Continue Dialogue

The Centre has expressed its willingness to give constitutional safeguards to Ladakh under Article 371. The Centre is also contemplating an elect

Delhi traders seek curbs on protest amid festive-season business losses

National Restaurant Association of India treasurer Manpreet Singh said frequent protests in and around Connaught Place have significantly affecte

Los Angeles mayoral candidate Raman faces audit row

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) Indian-American Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman faces two late attacks: a City Attorney deman

Two rape accused arrested after police encounter in UP's Ghaziabad

Digital Desk | Ghaziabad, Oct 18 (IANS) Two rape accused have been arrested following a police encounter in the Vijay Nagar area of Uttar Pradesh

BMC removes over 52,000 unauthorised banners, posters in Mumbai since January

During a special drive, between October 8 and 16, the BMC seized around 3,537 unauthorised advertisements, including banners, boards, posters and

GHMC Prajavani programme postponed to October 26

Hyderabad: Hyderabad residents will have to wait until October 26 to raise complaints at the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporations (GHMC) Praj

'India an important ally': Rubio explains why Trump paused sanctions on Russia oil buyers

Won't Be Silent: Sikkim Students Up In Arms Over Governor's Appointment

The protesters said their demand was for the Centre to reconsider the timing of Dushyant Gautam's appointment until the investigation had address

Hyderabad Engineering Student Killed After Lighting Stand Collapses During College Dandiya Event

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy expressed sadness over the student's death and the injuries to others and conveyed his condolences to the

Violent Protests Erupt Across France Amid Rising Costs and Student Demands

Protests in France led to violence and over 400 arrests as citizens demand action against rising inflation and support for student issues. Violen

Trump vows Iran will never get nuclear weapon

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has declared that Iran's nuclear weapons capability has been destroyed by Amer

'Saw my mother die before my eyes': An eyewitness' tragic ordeal of Kolkata Durga Puja stampede

For most of the Indians, Durga Puja is a time to celebrate with friends and families, setting aside their worries and sorrows. But for many in Ko

TVK plans 3rd state conference to celebrate electoral success

Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 18 (IANS) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is considering Tiruchi or Tirunelveli as the venue for its third state confe

Kangana Ranaut embraces indigenous traditional craft as she celebrates feminine energy on Navratri

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 18 (IANS) Actress Kangana Ranaut celebrated the spirit of Navratri by embracing India's indigenous traditional craft a

The Sacred Connection: Tulsi and the Worship of Maa Mahagauri

Discover the significance of Tulsi in the worship of Maa Mahagauri and its numerous health benefits. The Sacred Connection: Tulsi and the Worship

Vance, Kash Patel silent on Aurora temple plot as calls grow

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) Nearly a week after police foiled an alleged plot to carry out a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Auro

Morning Digest: At least 19 dead, 25 others injured in Kolkata pandal stampede; CJPs Dipke released after signing peace bond, and more

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One student dies and 12 injured as lighting truss collapses at Telangana college festival

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October 18 Panchang: Auspicious Timings for Rituals and New Ventures

Discover the significant timings and astrological insights for October 18, ideal for rituals and important decisions. October 18 Panchang: Auspic

U.S. President wants 60 days to analyse impact of Russia sanctions law, says Marco Rubio

On October 16, Mr. Trump waived key provisions of the Graham Act that authorised punitive tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil, offering r

NGOs start donation drives to unbox Deepavali joy for underprivileged children

Perhaps the best part of the Festival of Lights is not what we bring home but what we send to anothers home. Here are initiatives by voluntary gr

'Important ally of US': Rubio cites India in defence of Russia waiver

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended President Donald Trump's decision to grant a 60-day waive

Watch: Historic French town hall burnt, tear gas fired as 5,50,00 protest in France

Historic Bhor Ki Chowki Celebrated in Prayagraj, Attracts Devotees from Far and Wide

The unique Bhor Ki Chowki event in Prayagraj drew large crowds, showcasing divine forms adorned with precious gems and silver. Historic Bhor Ki C

Ramaswamy trails Acton by six points in BGSU Ohio poll

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy trails Democrat Amy Acton by six points in the race for Ohio

Yet another infra scare, 12-tonne steel cage crashes onto moving car in Mumbai

On Saturday afternoon, a steel reinforcement cage fell on a moving sedan on the Eastern Express Highway. Eyewitnesses reported a loud creaking no

Major fire breaks out in Alberta after deadly incident at military base

Canadas Defence Minister says that people have been killed and injured in an incident at a military base in Alberta that caused a major fire

'My mother died before my eyes': How rain-hit Kolkata puja pandal descended into chaos

A stampede occurred in a crowded Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, causing at least 19 fatalities and many injuries. The incident happened as rain pr

Three Arrested After Daylight Shooting in Mumbais Wadala

Three individuals were arrested following a daylight shooting incident in Wadala, Mumbai, where a young man narrowly escaped injury. Three Arrest

Tripura CM Manik Saha opens Rangalal Das Indoor Sports Hall

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Stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal kills 19, injures 25

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CJP to take legal action if Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka are not released today

The Cockroach Janata Party is prepared to take legal action if Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka are not released from custody. The party claims the

France: Clashes break out as protesters rally, joining students

Cars were set on fire and shops were looted in Paris on Saturday as police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse violent protesters who joi

Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Shah, CM to visit the injured

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said he and Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit those injured in a stampede in a Durga

Iran Ready for Dialogue Based on Mutual Respect, Says Foreign Minister Araqchi

Irans Foreign Minister emphasizes the countrys commitment to sovereignty and readiness for talks based on mutual respect and guarantees. Iran Rea

Anti-CEC protest LIVE | CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke released by Delhi court after signing peace bond

The Delhi Police has granted permission to the Congress to hold a rally at Ramlila Maidan on November 1 and issued a no-objection certificate (NO

Sri Lankas Tamil parties seek sustained Indian push to realise spirit of Indo-Lanka Accord

Vice-President assures them that Indias position on devolution stands; provincial polls discussed with Sri Lankan side

Trump wants 60 days to analyse impact of Russia sanctions law: Rubio

US President Donald Trump wants to take a 60-day period to analyse what imposing sanctions on Russia and tariffs on other countries would mean fo

Bittu Tabahi cleaned river for 8 months, found it dirty again

Bittu Tabahi, an unwavering environmental activist, invested eight months revitalizing the Ajnar River in Madhya Pradesh. Although the river show

The Triumph of Good Over Evil: The Legend of Mahishasuras Defeat

The story of Mahishasuras defeat symbolizes the victory of good over evil, celebrated during the festival of Durga Puja. The Triumph of Good Over

Kolkata Durga Puja stampede toll rises to 19; sitting HC judge to probe incident

Announcement was made over microphone asking people leave the pandal premises saying that the structure could collapse at any moment. Large numbe

'Trump does not want to see friction...': Rubio urges Israel to deter settler attacks in West Bank

Raimondo scores hat trick for Frosinone in Serie A

Frankfurt end winless drought at home Rome, Oct 17: Antonio Raimondo scored a hat trick for Frosinone in a 4-2 win over Sassuolo in Serie A on Fr

India eye strong show at Para Asian Games despite reduced contingent

Nagoya, Oct 17: India will look to build on its record-breaking performance at the last Asian Para Games, but a much smaller contingent and selec

News In Frames: A circle for all

At the historic Lakshmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara, Garba is more than a celebration of devotion and dance; for members of the LGBTQIA+ community,

Leaders Across India Pay Homage to Goddess Mahagauri on Durga Ashtami

Indian leaders, including Union Minister Manohar Lal and CM Yogi Adityanath, pay tribute to Goddess Mahagauri on Durga Ashtami. Leaders Across In

Manasi-Thulasimathi enter semis, assure India of badminton medal

Nagoya, Oct 17: Manasi Joshi and Thulasimathi Murugesan assured India of a medal for the second successive edition, securing a semifinal berth in

Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede: 12 Detained, Including Organisers

Kolkata: Police on Saturday night, October 17, detained 12 people, including organisers of the Chorebagan Durga Puja, in connection with their pr

Tragic Truck Accident Near Gwaliors Sheetala Mata Temple Claims 12 Lives

A truck accident near Sheetala Mata Temple in Gwalior has resulted in 12 fatalities and over 25 injuries, prompting calls for accountability. Tra

Kolkata pandal stampede reason: How heavy rain, crowd surge and exit-route confusion led to deadly chaos

Kolkata stampede news: A stampede at the Chorebagan Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata resulted in 19 deaths and 25 injuries. The incident occurred due

Rohan Bopanna misses out on AITA

New Delhi, Oct 17: Indias former world number one doubles player Rohan Bopanna has been left out of the AITAs Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit

Trump says Iran war will end very quickly, predicts lower US gas prices

The contrasting statements come as Washington defends its military campaign and Tehran demands an end to fighting across the region

IPL 2027 mini auction likely to be held on December 16 in Goa

New Delhi: The mini auction for the 2027 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is likely to be held on December 16 in Goa, sources told IANS

Rioters loot stores, set fires in Italy during cost-of-living protest

Rioters clashed with police, looted stores and set property on fire in central Milan on Saturday, emptying Piazza del Duomo and a luxury shopping

Neto double lifts Chelsea as Liverpool, Fulham and City win

LONDON, Oct 17: Chelsea moved into fourth place in the Premier League after Pedro Neto scored twice in a 2-0 victory over Everton, while Liverpoo

Leaders Express Grief Over Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede

The stampede occurred amid heavy crowds at the Durga Puja pandal during rainfall

Tragedy Strikes Kolkata: Death Toll Rises to 19 in Durga Puja Stampede

A stampede during Durga Puja in Kolkata has claimed 19 lives, prompting government compensation and safety measures. Tragedy Strikes Kolkata: Dea

Gill, Shami in focus as Ranji Trophy round two begins

Mullanpur, Oct 17: Indias Test and ODI captain Shubman Gills return to Ranji Trophy action for Punjab will be the main attraction when the second

Serious incident at Canada military base in Alberta causes major fire, Carney says

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Breaking news live updates: Amit Shah, Suvendu Adhikari to visit Kolkata stampede victims

Everything is in partys cognisance, says JD(U) leader on MLAs claim of killing nine people

Working president of the ruling NDA member expresses confidence ahead of Legislative Council election even as the disgruntled bahubali MLA makes

US says 97% of ships transit Strait of Hormuz safely despite Iranian attacks

Washington says naval protection has helped commercial shipping continue through the strategic waterway as competing claims over control intensif

Horoscope Today, October 18, 2026

Horoscope Today, October 18, 2026: The Sun, Mercury and Venus are positioned in Libra, while the Moon is transiting Sagittarius in the Purva Asha

Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Eyewitnesses flag lapses, police probe begins

Kolkata Police are investigating whether lapses in crowd management, confusion over entry and exit routes and heavy rain contributed to the stamp