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Telangana SIR: Over 74 lakh voters found eligible after hearing

Hyderabad: More than 74 lakh voters who received Special Intensive Revision (SIR) notices in Telangana have been cleared for inclusion in the fin

The Trump administration is suspending Microsoft from a green card program, alleging fraud

WASHINGTON, October 9, 2026 (AP) President Donald Trumps administration announced Thursday it was suspending Microsoft and several other firms f

Adivasi-Dalit outfits seek land reforms to address landlessness in Keralam, warn Land Reforms 2.0 may benefit corporates

Adivasi-Dalit outfits call Congress-led UDF government to replace existing committee studying Land Reforms 2.0 with broader commission to formula

China stocks end holiday-shortened week near one-year low

China's blue-chip stock index

Armaan Malik talks about importance of patience and gratitude

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 9 (IANS) Playback singer Armaan Malik, who has crooned the song Sabar, has spoken up on the significance of patience a

Raza Murad recalls Nana Patekars larger-than-life persona, says he supported farmers and Marathi theatre artists

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 9 (IANS) Veteran actor Raza Murad remembered Nana Patekar as a generous and compassionate individual. He recalled how

The Invisible Meal: How Dr. C.H. Bhadra, Koneti Nikhil Sai, and the World Environment Organization Are Spearheading Indias Pediatric Bio-Security and Phased Net-Zero School Revolution

By Dr. C.H. Bhadra & Koneti Nikhil Sai World Environment Organization (WEO) New Delhi [India], October 9: Every morning across India, millions of

India responds to US decision on green card restrictions

New Delhi: India on Friday, October 9, reacted sharply to the US decision on the permanent labour certification programme for certain leading IT

CAPSS Seminar Highlights Aerospace Power and National Security

The CAPSS seminar brings defence experts and strategic thinkers together to discuss aerospace capabilities, emerging technologies and India's nat

CJP Protest: Trains Rescheduled, Cancelled; Party Slams Centre

Railways Cite Traffic Congestion In Delhi; CJP Founder Slams Centre Over Restrictions

CM Adityanath announces renaming of Noida airport as Narendra Modi International Airport

Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 9 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, on Friday announced the renaming of the Noida International A

K'taka BJP objects to release of Narayanpur reservoir water to Telangana

Digital Desk | Vijayapura, Oct 9 (IANS) Karnataka BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra has objected to the reported move by the state government

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh Attends CAPSS Seminar

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh addresses strategic security challenges, modern warfare and the evolving role of aerospace power at a seminar organise

India Slams US Labour Certification Move, Calls Vance's Remarks Offensive

MEA Says Talent Mobility Benefits Both Economies, Rejects Remarks On Indian Professionals

Health Ministry proposes tighter rules for ads promoting prescription drugs

Under the current rules, pharmaceutical manufacturers cannot advertise drugs covered under Schedules H, H1 and X without prior approval from the

How to Perform Ghatasthapana on the First Day of Navratri: Rituals, Auspicious Timing, and Essential Items

Discover the rituals, auspicious timings, and items needed for Ghatasthapana on the first day of Navratri starting October 11. How to Perform Gha

Exclusive: Ustad Amjad Ali Khan calls Nana Patekar's death a 'great loss', says 'afsos bana rahega hamesha'

Sarod maestroUstad Amjad Ali Khan mourned the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar, calling it a great loss. Remembering the late actor, the veter

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Railways cancels all mail, express trains reaching Delhi on Saturday

The cancellations cover trains departing their source stations after 2 pm on Friday and scheduled to reach New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin between

Jewar Airport To Be Renamed After PM Modi

Noida International Airport To Be Called Narendra Modi International Airport, Noida-Jewar

Polish police arrest multiple teens over 'Bloody Friday' school attack threats

Polish police have arrested a string of young people, mainly for making threats related to school attacks, they said on Friday, as authorities so

Higher repo rate may constrain MFI credit access, raise lending costs: Industry Executives

The Reserve Bank of India's recent repo rate hike could tighten credit availability for microfinance institutions (MFIs) and put pressure on thei

What are the reforms proposed by the GST Council?

After having sorted out most of the rate-related complications in GST during its last meeting in September 2025, the GST Council has now unveiled

Two schoolgirls suffer burn injuries after coming in contact with high-tension wire in Bihar's Muzaffarpur

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 9 (IANS) Two girl students suffered burn injuries after an electric shock incident occurred at Shahbazpur Higher Second

Such descriptions unwarranted: India takes exception to Vances indentured servants remark over green card curbs

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India has strongly objected to United States Vice President JD Vances description of foreign workers as fo

Scindia Rejects Satcom Monopoly Claims, Says 3 Licensed Players Must Meet Security Norms

NEW DELHI, Oct 9: Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday rejected allegations of monopolistic practices in Indias satellite commu

Pakistan lacks resources to sustain military plunge in Yemen war: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) While Pakistan has stepped up its military presence in Saudi Arabia and is actively assisting the Gulf kin

GLOBAL MARKETS-Oil eases, bringing some respite to stocks and battered bonds

World stocks edged up on Friday and

Apple cuts iPhone 18 Pro component orders by 15% amid weak demand

The iPhone maker has turned more conservative on shipments since early September, with component orders for October being slashed by at least 15%

Hyderabads Nomads Taco earns Mexicos Sello M distinction for authentic cuisine

The certification assesses restaurants on their use of traditional Mexican recipes, characteristic ingredients, cooking techniques and culinary e

Saudia pilot, 2 others killed in Houthi attack on Riyadh Airport

Riyadh: Saudi Arabias national carrier, Saudia, on Friday, October 9, confirmed that one of its employees, a pilot, was killed in the Houthi-clai

BJP Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav for Alleged Political Opportunism in Ayodhya Visit

BJP leaders have attacked Akhilesh Yadav for not visiting the Ram Temple during his Ayodhya trip, accusing him of political opportunism. BJP Crit

Delhi Police arrests two absconding MCOCA accused; recovers Rs 30 Lakh

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The Outer North District Police has arrested two absconding accused in a case registered under the Maharas

Gauahar Khan sells Versova duplex for 6 cr, bought it for 3.2 cr in 2014

Gauahar Khan's 6.01-crore property sale: Inside her Versova duplex deal

Sting operation: Karnataka CMs warning to ministers raises questions over credibility, claims BJP

Digital Desk | Vijayapura (Karnataka), Oct 9 (IANS) Karnataka BJP President and MLA, B.Y. Vijayendra, on Friday criticised the state government,

SC hints at urgent Delhi HC hearing on plea against restrictions ahead of Jantar Mantar protest

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday indicated that it would ask the Delhi High Court to consider on an urgent basi

India, Kenya hold maiden Navy Staff Talks to deepen maritime cooperation

Digital Desk | Nairobi, Oct 9 (IANS) India and Kenya held their maiden Navy Staff Talks in the Kenyan city of Mombasa, with both sides exploring

3 Saudis Killed In Attacks On Riyadh Airport, Saudia Aircraft

Saudi Aviation Authority Reports Multiple Injuries; Houthis Claim Airport Attack

With great fandom comes great cosplay: Hyderabad gears up for Comic Con 2026

The event, to be held at Bharat Future City from December 11-13, will feature international guests, cosplay competitions and Indie Game Utsav, th

Response to comments on the Aakash Op-Ed

In response to an Op-Ed he had written for The Hindu, UK-based science and technology writer Akshat Rathi received some interesting comments from

The Legend of Mahishasura and the Triumph of Goddess Durga

Discover the myth of Mahishasura and Goddess Durga, symbolizing the victory of good over evil during the upcoming Navratri festival. The Legend o

UK PM Burnham's Labour fends off left-wing Greens in London

Andy Burnham's

Airtel Money lists on London Stock Exchange at USD 7 billion valuation

Airtel Money, the digital financial services business operating across Africa, has begun conditional trading on the London Stock Exchange at a va

Eyes series review: Manu Ashokans show pans in on stalking, sans the romanticising

Despite the length of each episode, Eyes, directed by Manu Asokan, is an interesting one-time watch. The performances of the actors add heft to i

UDF, LDF working together to corner ruling BJP in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, says Mayor V.V. Rajesh

Rajesh says he will 'resist all attempts to level false charges against him

Coach Chettri Backs Indian Women's Football Team

Crispin Chettri targets long-term growth after Russia defeat

German Bakery, sanitised

The German Bakery re-opened this May, but unlike Leopold Caf in Mumbai, it refuses to acknowledge its horrific past.

CMRL-Exalogic case: BJP demands Vijayans resignation; Chennithala seeks time to study HC order

Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 9 (IANS) The Kerala High Courts directive to register an FIR in the CMRL-Exalogic financial dealings case

Nana Patekar was set to appear on Madhuri Dixit

Life is truly unpredictable. Veteran actor Nana Patekar was supposed to make a special appearance on the premiere episode of Madhuri Dixit-hosted

Three Saudi nationals killed in attacks on Riyadh airport, aviation authority says

Saudi Arabia's civil

INDIA bloc to meet President Murmu at 8 pm over ECI row as Opposition intensifies 'vote theft' protest

The I.N.D.I.A bloc is set to meet President Droupadi Murmu at 8 pm on Friday after Rashtrapati Bhavan confirmed an appointment with Opposition le

IMC 2026: Why Qubo sees India's smart home future in AI devices, not hubs

As Apple and Samsung push centralised smart home systems, India's Qubo is betting on AI-powered devices, local processing and country-specific us

Megan Schutt Becomes Third Australian To Complete 150 ODI Wickets

Allan Border Field: Australia fast bowler Megan Schutt achieved a significant milestone as she completed 150 wickets in ODI cricket during the f

Comrade Kalyan Review: A Silly Mishmash of Humour and Naxalism

The technical departments offer little to compensate for the shortcomings in the writing.

Youth Rally in Delhi Against Opposition Protests, Supporting Government

Young supporters rally in New Delhi against opposition protests, demanding respect for the Prime Minister and government. Youth Rally in Delhi Ag

INDIA Bloc Delegation To Meet President At 8 PM Over CEC's Resignation

Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee Among 10 Leaders Expected To Raise SIR Irregularity Allegations

Atmakur: Woman Dies as Eicher Vehicle Hits Two-Wheeler

The injured were shifted to the Anantapur Government General Hospital in a 108 ambulance.

US green card freeze: FAQs on pending applications, H-1B visa, job changes

Can you still apply, change jobs or extend your H-1B?

Mobile network traffic in India to grow at 17 pc between 2025 and 2030: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Mobile network traffic in India is expected to grow at approximately 17 per cent annually between 2025 and

India Slams J D Vances 'Indentured Servants' Remark As 'Deeply Offensive', Says US Green Card Curbs Hurt Shared Ambitions

PDP leader terms Burhan Wani 'martyr' in Kishtwar, arrested

Abdul Kabir, a leader of the People's Democratic Party, was arrested for referring to Burhan Wani as a martyr. His comments sparked controversy c

'He engages only in appeasement politics': BJP leaders target Akhilesh Yadav over Ayodhya visit

Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 9 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Brajesh Pathak, on Friday accused Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Y

Jharkhand Chief Minister Orders Investigation into Alleged Police Assault on Tribal Woman

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren directs an investigation into police brutality against a tribal woman in Latehar, following social media reports. Jhark

Saudia says employee killed, aircraft damaged in Riyadh airport incident

Saudia airlines confirmed that an incident occurred at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The incident led to the death of one employee

'MHA assesses risks of all satcom firms': Mos Communications Pemmasani responds to Musk's claims

Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani on Friday said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) assesses the national security ri

Delhi Police Denies CJP Protest Permission; 23,000 Personnel Deployed, 57 Metro Stations Face Curbs

NEW DELHI, Oct 9: Delhi is preparing for extensive security and traffic restrictions ahead of the Cockroach Janta Partys (CJP) proposed protest a

Delhi Police registers 25 FIRs over SIR protests, Rahul, Priyanka named

The Delhi Police have registered 25 FIRs related to the SIR protests in the national capital since October 2, with Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi

Seven killed as truck collides with workers vehicle in Kutch

Digital Desk | Kutch, Oct 9 (IANS) At least seven workers were killed and more than 20 others injured after a truck collided head-on with a picku

Plane hit, pilot killed: Riyadh airport attacks by Houthi kill 3, damages Saudia aircraft

Trump Administration Halts Employment-Based Green Card Process for 8 Major Tech Companies

The Donald Trump administration in the United States has reportedly announced a halt to the employment-based green card process for employees ass

Nana Patekar once revealed why Horn OK Pleassss could never release: When the distributors were paying Rs. 18 crores, producers wanted more

The film industry and the audience around the world is mourning the death of the legendary actor Nana Patekar. The veteran passed away yesterday

West Bengal bypoll: BJP's Hasi Rani Rath leads in Nandigram AC; Congress, CPI follows

Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Hasi Rani Rath is leading by a margin of 1,02,712 votes in the Nandigram Assembly constituency, as per official EC

Einstein Built His Own Caputh Summer House After Berlins Gift Plan Fell Through

NABVENTURES announces first close of Fund II at 450 crore

It will invest across high-potential early- to growth-stage companies in sectors such as agri tech, food and agribusiness, rural fintech, climate

MMC Chief Reviews Pending Civic Issues, Asks Officials to Act Swiftly

The Commissioner emphasised inter-departmental coordination and timely follow-up to resolve long-pending issues

India Urged to Strengthen Legal Framework Amid Evolving Global Trade Dynamics

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Aggarwal emphasizes the need for robust legal frameworks to navigate changing global trade rules. India Urged to Streng

INDIA bloc leaders to meet President at 8 pm

New Delhi: INDIA bloc leaders will meet President Droupadi Murmu at 8 pm on Friday, October 9, in connection with their demand for Chief Election

MEA says U.S. green card suspension measures do not advance shared India-U.S. ambitions

The ministry added comments made by U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance describing the characterisations as unwarranted.

Cochin Shipyard Bags Orders For Over 40 Ships From US, Germany, Norway, Says Sarbananda Sonowal

Basketball-Wembanyama to French students: I hear you

France's basketball star Victor Wembanyama voiced

Sridhar Vembu urges Indians to return home after US freezes Green Card process at 8 tech firms

Sridhar Vembu, the founder of Zoho, is encouraging Indians working in the United States to return home. He highlighted how recent immigration pol

INDIA bloc leaders to meet President Murmu at 8 pm amid row over SIR

INDIA bloc leaders will meet President Droupadi Murmu at 8 pm Friday in connection with their demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kuma

SC rejects plea seeking independent probe into CJP's July protest

The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea seeking a direction to the Centre, the Delhi government and police to ensure an independent and fair

Jewar airport near Noida to be named Narendra Modi International Airport

Navaratri notes: How Syama Sastris iconic swarajatis are an intimate dialogue with the goddess

Ahead of the nine-day celebration of the goddess, exploring how Syama Sastri combined musical brilliance and profound bhakti to Kamakshi in the t

ED Conducts Raids in Odisha and West Bengal Over SI Recruitment Paper Leak

The Enforcement Directorate is probing a paper leak in Odishas SI recruitment exams, conducting raids across multiple locations in Odisha and Wes

CJP's Dipke slams Centre over train cancellations ahead of Delhi protest, says 'shut down entire country if...'

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party, condemned the Indian government's cancellation of trains for upcoming protests. The Delhi

European Commission picks 46 new strategic critical mineral projects

The European Commission has chosen 46 strategic raw material projects to benefit from faster permitting and

Supreme Court upholds Andhra Pradesh High Court judgment on BC reservations

A Bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu calls the High Court order very reasonable and says there was no empirical data to justify brea

Microfinance sector must prioritise savings, insurance over credit to avoid recurring crises: CEA Nageswaran

India's microfinance sector must prioritise savings and insurance over credit to prevent recurring crises, Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nages