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Ronaldo leads heartfelt tributes to rival Messi as he signs off

Cristiano Ronaldo led the tributes from the football world as Lionel Messi signed off from international football, with the Portuguese great salu

Man claiming to be IAF officer apprehended in Secunderabad

Hyderabad: A man claiming to be an Indian Air Force (IAF) officer was apprehended near Parade Ground in Secunderabad on Wednesday, October 7. The

Bhuvneshwar's return opens the door: Is Shami next in India's plans?

Can Mohammed Shami emulate Bhuvneshwar Kumar to make an India comeback? The question has been ringing across the country's cricketing landscape s

INDIA bloc demands CEC

Patna: INDIA bloc leaders, led by RJDs Tejashwi Yadav, took out a march here on Thursday, October 8, against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irreg

BCCI applauds Agarkar for his contribution and conviction as chief selector

The Board of Control for Cricket in India lauded outgoing chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar for showing commitment, conviction and contribution

Nana Patekar dies at 75: A look at his remarkable five-decade career

Veteran actor Nana Patekar died at 75 after a cardiac arrest in Goa, ending a nearly five-decade career marked by acclaimed performances, iconic

Ashwin backs Bhuvneshwar to join Bumrah on India's flight to 2027 World Cup

Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said a fruitful outing in the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand might open the doors of the Indian ODI

Ukraine grapples with shortage of troops at front after over 4 years of war

Ukraine's advances in drone technology and tactics have captured the world's attention. Despite those innovations, one problem has plagued the co

FIFA leadership battle looms as European football chiefs discuss Infantino

European soccer leaders were gathering Wednesday with time pressing to find a candidate and shape their strategy for trying to oust Gianni Infant

Afghanistan Coach Richard Pybus Sees Potential in Mohammad Nabi for Short Formats

Afghanistans coach Richard Pybus believes Mohammad Nabi still has much to offer in T20 cricket, despite recent setbacks. Afghanistan Coach Richar

Tiger Spotted in East Godavari, Triggers Panic

Officials detected the movement of tiger through a GPS tracker installed in the quarry area behind the Nirmalagiri Merimata temple in Gouripatnam

Former Man City star David Silva makes shock return from retirement at 40

Former Manchester City and Spain midfielder David Silva has come out of retirement after three years to join Supreme Sha Tin, the Hong Kong club

D-St meltdown explained: Sensex tanks 780 pts intraday, Nifty below 22,350

After clocking an eight-week losing streak last Friday, Sensex and Nifty are down in two of the four trading sessions in the ongoing week so far.

Special Voter Enrolment Drive to be Conducted Across Keralam: CEO

For this, digital help desks will be set up at the village offices from October 15 to October 31, he said

Slap row: Delhi HC seeks Parvesh Verma, police response on plea for independent probe

PM Modi calls for global framework to tackle cyber fraud, deepfakes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for a global framework to tackle cyber frauds and deepfakes, saying digital threats have crossed

Forceful Closures Will Meet Criminal Action, Warns Bhubaneswar DCP

As the India Blocs 12-hour statewide bandh takes effect, the Commissionerate Police have stepped up security measures across the capital city, is

Mobile Phones as a Tool for Good Governance: PM Modi at India Mobile Congress 2026

PM Modi highlights the role of mobile phones in enhancing governance and bridging the digital divide at the India Mobile Congress 2026. Mobile Ph

India targets 1 billion 5G users by 2030, up from 550 mn now: Scindia

Speaking at the inauguration of the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, Scindia said 5G in India has become the fastest-adopted

Four Bengal workers, detained on Bangladeshi suspicion, released from Chhattisgarh

We were so surprised. It happened suddenly when we lost our hope. The higher authority ordered them to release us immediately. The Police also wr

Carrie series review: Mike Flanagan finds humanity in horror

More teen drama than Gothic horror, Mike Flanagans adaptation of the Stephen King classic is engaging and propulsive, even if its conspiracy subp

Andhra Pradesh declares early kharif drought in 388 mandals across 21 districts

The State cites a 53.4% rainfall deficit between June and August and El Nio conditions; 283 mandals are classified as severely drought-affected

Doctor says 45 minutes of CPR could not revive Nana Patekar; state funeral announced

Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 on Thursday, October 8, after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa.

Indian equity markets open flat; IT, financial shares drag

The Nifty opened at 22,599.05, down 4 points or 0.02 per cent, while the Sensex started at 72,668, up 29.30 points or 0.04 per cent.

Tributes Pour In for Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Following His Passing

Veteran actor Nana Patekar has passed away at 75, prompting heartfelt tributes from political leaders and fans alike. Tributes Pour In for Vetera

Farewell to Nana Patekar, the silver screens eternal man

Patekar refused to be slotted as a unidimensional star his staggering career saw him play hero, villain, character actor and even the odd comedy

Swift Action Saves Lives: Odisha Fire Services Handle Dozens of Emergencies in 24 Hours

Showcasing round-the-clock vigilance, the Odisha Fire & Emergency Services successfully managed a series of critical operations over the past 24

At least two fresh FIRs against Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi over alleged assault on cops, police vehicle vandalism

Cases follow FIRs over Tuesdays protest, with Congress leaders also booked over alleged forcible entry into Akashvani Bhavan; another protest pla

Texas Puts Man To Death In US' 1st Execution Since Christa Pike Case

Jamaal Howard, 46, was pronounced dead at 8:03 pm after receiving a fatal dose of pentobarbital at the state prison in Huntsville.

Kharge To Host Second INDIA Bloc Lunch, Anti-CEC Protest Likely

Opposition leaders may stage protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Paras Defence says it signed deal with US-based Powerus, linked to Trump family, to build Guardian-1 drone interceptor three months before Pakistan pact

Indian firm Paras Defence has said in a statement that the deal with Powerus was done three months before the it signed an agreement with Pakista

Centre rejects Elon Musk

New Delhi:SpaceX founder Elon Musk has accused certain oligarchs of blocking the launch of his satellite internet service Starlink in India to pr

Cristiano Ronaldo posts heartfelt farewell message for Lionel Messi after latter's international retirement

Legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi has retired from international football . One of the greatest players to grace the pitch, Messi recen

How to Buy iPhone 17 Pro at nearly half price? Smart exchange, cashback offers and more

If you think that the iPhone 17 Pro is expensive and you cannot afford it, then here is a smart chance to get the device during the festive sale.

Andhra Pradesh Readies Rs 2,405 Crore Blueprint To Modernise Godavari Delta Irrigation Network

North Korea Rejects South Koreas Medical Aid Offer as Insulting

North Korea dismisses South Koreas medical aid proposal, calling it an insult and a political provocation amid rising tensions. North Korea Rejec

TN Eases Domicile Norms For Gold Ring Initiative For Newborn Babies

TheTN Govt modified the eligibility criteria for its flagship Thaimaaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam scheme to cover children born to mothers who rel

Rahul Gandhi has 'anarchist' mindset: Nitin Nabin

BJP will always oppose attempts to settle people in India with a foreign mindset, the partys national president said

Self-styled tantric Shrawan Mahto arrested after video of him swinging small children as part of ritual goes viral

The video showed the tantrik performing a bizzare ritual on toddlers in the presence of their parents, in the name of curing them.

SC Directs Centre To Form Panel On Unethical Pharma Marketing

Panel To Recommend Measures To Regulate Unethical Practices By Drug Firms

Madurantakam Counting Centre Under 3-Tier Security: Collector

The Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), which were taken to the Integrated Social Development Training Centre at Aathur, were sealed in front of t

El Nino Will Intensify, Then Peak In December, United Nations Warns

El Nino warms surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, bringing worldwide changes in winds, pressure and rainfal

EU sends envoy to Beijing as rising exports from China raise economic anxiety

Politicians and economists across the 27-nation bloc consider China's massive subsidies and exports a major threat to core industrial sectors

SC adjourns hearing on Punjab govt's plea against HC order for CBI probe into corruption charges

The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing regarding the Punjab government's appeal concerning a high court ruling. This ruling directs the Cent

Delhi Customs Destroys 165 Kg Narcotics Worth Rs 515 Crore

Consignment included 140 kg hydroponic weed and 25 kg cocaine seized at IGI Airport

NTRUHS invites Andhra Governor to its Ruby Jubilee celebrations on October 26

Vice-Chancellor P. Chandrasekhar and other officials brief S. Abdul Nazeer on the universitys 40-year journey; the Governor agrees to attend

ITC shares slide 4% to near 52-week low after 9,437-crore block deal

As many as 36.66 crore ITC shares traded in block deal window at an average price of 257 per share

President and Vice President Express Grief Over Nana Patekars Passing, Call It a Major Loss for Indian Cinema

President Murmu and Vice President Radhakrishnan mourn the loss of actor Nana Patekar, highlighting his impact on Indian cinema and society. Pres

Vaibhav's return? India face Samson selection dilemma

India's team management is considering pairing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with Abhishek Sharma for the second T20I against West Indies due to Sanju Sam

Dulquer Salmaan Says There Is No Formula for Success

The actor concluded on a candid note, asking fans to hold him responsible for the result rather than blaming others involved in the film.

Italy Parliament votes on electoral law in key test for Meloni

The proposal would introduce a fully proportional system that guarantees a parliamentary majority to any alliance winning more than 42% of the vo

India, 13 nations call for global action to curb excess industrial capacity

India and 13 other countries have called for coordinated global action to curb excess industrial production that distorts markets, hurts domestic

The people this years Nobel Prizes left out

The number of winners every year should not be confused with the number of people it takes to do excellent science

GST Council meet starts with focus on ease of doing business, ITC overhaul and decriminalisation on agenda

The 57th GST Council meeting is set to consider major GST 2.0 reforms, including wider input tax credit eligibility, protection for genuine buyer

2 Persons Electrocuted in Rajamahendravaram

While shifting an iron stand to install CCTV cameras, they came in contact with live electric wires: Police

Chennai Corporation Installs High-Capacity Pumps at 45 Flood-Prone Areas

The Corporation has allocated Rs 100 crore for desilting drains, removing water hyacinth from water bodies, road maintenance, preparing relief ca

Woman social media influencer in Keralam booked for allegedly sexually harassing minor boy

Police officials said a detailed probe is underway into the complaint, and the boys statement has been recorded

Political Frustration on Display: BJP and JD(U) Respond to Opposition March in Patna

BJP and JD(U) criticize the oppositions march in Patna, labeling it a sign of political desperation amidst ongoing electoral issues. Political Fr

Act on Long-Pending Civic Issues Before Monsoon, Adyar Residents Tell Minister

Residents and traders in Besant Nagar, Thideer Nagar and Thiruvanmiyur flagged issues which are continuing despite repeated complaints to the off

'Not bragging': Trump makes fresh pitch for Nobel Peace Prize, citing '8 settled wars'

DGP asks police to use drones and step up intelligence in Godavari villages ahead of local body polls

Harish Kumar Gupta tells SPs of four districts to keep sensitive villages under watch and rope in NCC and NSS volunteers

Iran will never have a nuclear weapon: Rubio draws red line for Tehran

India calls out Pak at UN over terror support, cites 9/11, 26/11 attacks

Exposing Pakistan's doublespeak on terrorism at the UN, India has called out Islamabad's efforts to gloss over its state support for terror by an

How To Prepare For The Ashoka Aptitude Assessment

Preparation for an entrance test demands more than merely revising old topics. It involves understanding the kind of thinking that the entrance t

Delhi Building Collapse: Death Toll Rises To 4, Rescue Operations Underway In New Seemapuri

Four people have died and eight were injured after a four-storey building collapsed in Delhis New Seemapuri.

Tragic Incident in Noida: Man Jumps into Drain After Argument with Wife, Body Recovered After Eight Hours

A man in Noida jumped into a drain after a dispute with his wife. His body was recovered after an extensive eight-hour search operation. Tragic I

Nana Patekar death: Tributes pour in from PM Modi, Murmu, Bollywood celebs

Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest in Goa. As the news of the legendary actor's passing broke, several celeb

Households turn wary on prices as consumer confidence slips: RBI surveys

The RBI's latest surveys show a widening gap between household price concerns and economic confidence, even as spending intentions remain resilie

Blog: Opinion | How Prepared Is Mumbai To Prevent An October 7-Like Israel Terror Attack?

Most of the measures taken in the name of security after 26/11 have sadly been an eyewash.

Local body polls: YSRCP urges SEC to call all-party meeting before notification

The party cites delays in issuing caste certificates to candidates, seeks Central forces for the polls and wants ward-wise rolls prepared only af

Rahul Gandhi briefly detained as India

NEW DELHI, October 8, 2026 (AP) Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was briefly detained by police Wednesday during a protest against the coun

FIR Against Rahul, Priyanka for 'Assaulting' Police Personnel

Police said a total of 91 people were detained during the protest, including multiple MPs and leaders

Nana Patekar death: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, Jr NTR and others pay tribute to veteran actor

Nana Patekar passed away at his Goa residence during the early hours of Thursday (October 8, 2026) after suffering from cardiac arrest

Three killed as man drives tractor into crowd in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor

The injured were taken to a community health centre, where Baburam and Udayveer died. Mahendra succumbed to his injuries at a private hospital, s

Nana Patekar passes away at 75: Old video of the legend performing tricep dips in red gamcha resurfaces; leaves fans in tears

ONGC, NTPC, BDL, BEL, IOC among 13 CPSE stocks to hit 52-week lows on Thurs

Power Grid, NMDC, IREDA, IRFC, RCF, RVNL, SJVN and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders hit 52-week lows on the BSE in Thursday's intraday deals.

IMD Update: Thunderstorms likely in coastal AP, Rayalaseema, Karnataka for a week

South Peninsula turns stormy and rainy as easterly flow gathers pace across Bay of Bengal, signalling seasonal transition from south-west monsoon

India Surpasses 5.5 Million 5G Base Stations, PM Modi Highlights Mobile Governance

PM Modi inaugurates India Mobile Congress 2026, emphasizing 5G expansion and mobile connectivitys role in governance. India Surpasses 5.5 Million

Exclusive Interview with Simarjit Kaur

UK-based Sikh author and human rights activist Simranjit Kaur speaks with journalist Mandeep Singh about her books, support for families affected

India, Ghana Shared Global South Partners, Says Jaishankar

Jaishankar highlights similarities in health, food security, digital and development programmes

175 years of history: The enduring legacy of Chennais Government College of Fine Arts

From its 19th-century origins as the Madras School of Arts to Devi Prasad Roy Choudhurys formal curriculum and KCS Panikers modernist influence,

'Left lasting imprint': PM Modi visits LK Advani on completing 25 years as head of govt

SC moves to curb pharma firms unethical marketing

SC adjourns Punjab appeal against HC ruling directing CBI probe into corruption allegations linked to CM office

Justice Dipankar Datta said the file has to be studied by puisne judge on the Bench, Justice Sheel Nagu

Rahul Gandhi has 'anarchist' mindset: BJP president

PM Modi Honors Nana Patekar at India Mobile Congress 2026

At the India Mobile Congress 2026, PM Modi pays tribute to actor Nana Patekar and highlights advancements in 5G technology. PM Modi Honors Nana P

'Pak's Frankenstein Monster Of Terrorism Returned To Haunt It': India At UN

Raghoo Puri, a first secretary in India's UN mission was delivering India's right of reply in response to an unprovoked tirade launched by Pakist

IAF Operational Capabilities Growing In Right Direction, Force Ready For Challenges: Air Chief

Air Chief Marshal A P Singh says IAF has evolved into a capable, network-centric and multi-domain force

Women account for 25% of Indias capital market participation: SEBI chief

The regulator is encouraging broader participation through incentives, investor awareness initiatives and stronger communication on risks across

Sharmila invites T.N. Chief Minister Vijay to daughters wedding