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Hyderabad Bizman abducted in property row, Rs 15 cr ransom sought

Hyderabad: The city police on Saturday, October 17, apprehended ten members of a gang in a sensational kidnapping-for-ransom case and recovered R

How the gaana tag overshadowed Devas melodic genius

Despite Devas songs becoming chartbusters, it caused him immense grief that the very listeners celebrating those tracks never realised that he wa

Traffic expected at Necklace Road, IDL Lake for Bathukamma

Hyderabad: Traffic congestion is expected at Upper Tank Bund and Necklace Road between 2 pm and 11 pm in view of Bathukamma celebrations on Sunda

At least 25 injured in stampede-like situation at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal

At least 25 individuals sustained injuries during a stampede-like incident at Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal. The injured victims were qu

TN coach Yo Mahesh wants the players to be more ruthless

TN looks to maximise home advantage against Uttarakhand

CPI(M) extended Kollam district committee meeting concludes

ICICI Bank Q2 PAT rises 20.1% to 14,843 crore, NIM down to 4.18%

It brings excitement and drama: World Archery executive director lauds APL

MVD, police detect 159 offences, impose 8 lakh fine in special drive

The offences detected included driving without a licence, evasion of road tax, non-payment of insurance, and illegal vehicle modifications, accor

Tight Security At Nomination Centres: Kadapa SP

Kadapa police have tightened security at local body election nomination centres, with restrictions imposed after clashes and alleged stone-peltin

Major Price Cuts for Cancer Drugs: 137 Medications to See Up to 70% Reduction

The Indian government announces a significant price reduction for 137 cancer drugs, aiming to ease the financial burden on patients. Major Price

Woman held for allegedly killing husband, dumping body on rail tracks in Kochi

Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences Announces Walk-In Interview for Senior Resident Positions

The Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences is hosting a walk-in interview for Senior Resident positions on October 24, 2026. Indira Gandhi I

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When Books Were Our Map To A Wild, Hazy World

In a judgmental fashion, I was appalled to find some popular fiction. My mother, as I remember it, was very strict about reading habits and was v

Tension At Tirupati, Punganur As Parties Trade Charges Over Nomination Process

Tension prevailed at nomination centres in Tirupati and Punganur on Saturday: Reports

HDFC Bank reports muted 4.70% increase in Q2 standalone net profit at 19,510 cr

Net interest income rises 10% y-o-y to 34,619 crore

Ranji Trophy: Gill, Prabhsimran boost for Punjab against Chhattisgarh

The former will be keen to make it count before leaving for New Zealand while the latter is back from India-A duty; the top-order needs to fire f

New Portal Launched to Assist Victims of Violence in Delhi

A new portal has been launched to support victims of violence in Delhi, offering a platform for complaints and suggestions. New Portal Launched t

Seven eyewitnesses testify in Abhimanyu murder trial

Medical Reimbursement Bill Clearance Time Cut To One Month; 41,276 Claims Cleared

Special measures introduced in November 2025 have helped expedite the process: Reports

Ticket ballot for WC 2027 receives 1.5 crore applications: ICC

The ICC said 1.5 crore ticket applications have come in from 142 countries since the ballot opened 12 days ago, ahead of the tournament in South

SCs enquiry committee launches complaint portal over violence during July protests

A complaint portal has been launched by the High Powered Enquiry Committee for individuals affected by protests. This portal allows victims to co

West Indies Win Toss, Elect to Bowl First in Rain-Shortened Bengaluru Decider

After hours of rain delays and uncertainty, the series-deciding fifth T20I between India and the West Indies finally got underway at the M. Chinn

West Indies Opts to Bowl First in Rain-Shortened T20 Against India

In a rain-affected T20 match, West Indies won the toss and chose to bowl first, marking Bhuvneshwar Kumars return to the Indian team. West Indies

YSRCP accuses TDP of violence disrupting Andhra municipal nominations

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Telangana Issues Guidelines on Road Safety Funds

District collectors have been directed to activate district road safety committees and ensure that they meet every month.

Sabarimala temple opens for Thulam rituals with CM Satheesan praying

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Rahul Gandhi to join Congress

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Villagers oppose move to set up solar power plant by private player in Virudhunagar district

Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes India comeback after four years

Bhuvneshwar Kumar is back in India's T20I lineup after four long years, making his debut against West Indies in an essential fifth T20I reshaped

In Delhis Titarpur, Ravana mirrors the politics of the day

From Cockroach Janta Party protests and SIR to dengue and Spider-Man, Delhis Ravana-makers are getting a variety of requests and are giving the f

IPL 2027 auction set for December 16 in Goa; BCCI informs all 10 franchises, team briefing on December 15

The IPL 2027 auction will be held in Goa on December 16, according to a communication from the BCCI to the 10 franchises. The auction briefing is

Gujarat Government Takes Steps to Reduce Non-Academic Burden on Teachers

The Gujarat government is reviewing non-academic tasks assigned to teachers to improve their focus on education. Gujarat Government Takes Steps t

Odisha Vigilance seizes 21.88 lakh from engineer accused of collecting bribes

Superintending engineer allegedly collected money from contractors; joined government service in 2016 at a montly salary of about 25,000

French police clash with protesters as tens of thousands rally over cost of living

Clashes broke out between police and protesters in cities

Minister inspects monsoon preparedness in flood prone areas of Thoothukudi

Salman Khan praises YUNG DSA for taking stand against violence in Bigg Boss 20: 'He spoke logically'

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan interacted with Bigg Boss 20 contestants during today's Weekend Ka Vaar and praised YUNG DSA for taking a stand a

Teja Sajja on hosting The Traitors Telugu: I had to be serious, unlike my real personality

Teja Sajja has been facing the camera since he was a little over two. Debuting as a child actor and later transitioning into an adult lead actor,

Teja Sajja on hosting The Traitors Telugu: I had to be serious, unlike my real personality

Teja Sajja has been facing the camera since he was a little over two. Debuting as a child actor and later transitioning into an adult lead actor,

Two arrested as NCB busts drug labs in Greater Noida, seizes material worth Rs 45 crore

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has busted two clandestine drug-manufacturing laboratories in Greater Noida and arrested two people after reco

Govt notifies 30% cap on trade margins on 137 cancer drugs, new prices from November 9

The move is aimed at reducing the prices patients pay for these medicines

Siddhartha Medical College Tops Phase-I MBBS Examinations With 93.68% Pass Rate

Siddhartha Medical College in Vijayawada recorded a 93.68 per cent pass rate in Phase-I MBBS examinations, topping government and private college

Court Hearing Scheduled for Defamation Case Against Aditya Thackeray and Others

A court in Mumbai will hear a defamation case against Aditya Thackeray and others on October 21, 2026, concerning allegations made by Satish Sali

Peak load of power crosses 20K MW in Telangana, daily energy consumption yet to breach record

Nearly one lakh devotees visit Kanaka Durga Temple on Day 7 of Dasara festivities

10 crore disbursed as subsidy for installation of 3 kW rooftop solar system in Puducherry

Minister for Home and Electricity A. Namassivayam inaugurated the disbursement of Union Territorys share of 30,000 in subsidy to 3,333 consumers

YSRCP and TDP blame each other for Pulivendula violence

While Kadapa MP Avinash Reddy accuses the police of trying to create scare among YSRCP activists, TDP leader B.Tech Ravi says the YSR family and

Travis Kelce ready for emergency role beyond tight end at Kansas City Chiefs

In a strategic move, Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs is being prepped for the role of emergency long snapper, according to special teams c

PG medical courses in Andhra Pradesh: applications invited for management quota seats

The application forms will be available from 4 p.m. on October 19 to 10 p.m. on October 23

Wyoming landowner rejects reservoir deal; $80 million project considers eminent domain for final land

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Somireddy Urges Jagan To Stay Sway From Politics Until Cases Are Decided

The MLA also accused YSRC media outlets of spreading misinformation and overlooking investments and employment opportunities claimed by the NDA c

Shocking Twist in Saharanpur: Theft Scheme Uncovered as Complainant is Mastermind

Police in Saharanpur reveal that the complainant of a 10 lakh theft was actually the mastermind behind the scheme. Shocking Twist in Saharanpur:

Odisha Prepares for High-Profile VVIP Visits as PM Modi and President Murmu Head to the State

The state of Odisha is preparing to host both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu in late October 2026. Prime Minister Modi

Jana Sena Names 14 Candidates In First Municipal list

Jana Sena has announced its first list of 14 candidates for the upcoming urban local body elections: Reports

SEC Warns Violations by Election Officials Will Invite Suspension, Transfers

He said all departments concerned must work in coordination to ensure a level playing field for candidates to file nominations and allow voters t

One dead, four injured as militants launch gun attack in Manipur's Kamjong

Unrest seems like returning to Manipur again as a 36-year-old man was shot dead and four others were injured after suspected militants launched a

Is The Art Of Critiquing Disappearing?

Then there is this confusion between opinion and fact. All the time we are subjected to opinions being paraded as facts. Hans Roslings Factfulnes

HD Kumaraswamy leads Bengaluru march for sting case arrests

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Karnataka LoP R Ashoka criticises state over sugarcane farmers

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Run for Her brings runners together for gender equality

Why India needs to rethink what happens after a road crash

On World Trauma Day, October 17, India needs to think about stronger coordination between emergency services, hospitals, and public authorities,

Railway Workshop opens infrastructure and Sculpture Park to the public

The British built workshop is involved in myriad of activities including overhaul of steam and diesel locomotives and maintenance of Vande Bharat

Get me a job, take my salary: Bengaluru graduates unusual offer sparks debate

Bengaluru graduate offers first salary for job, fresher offers salary for job referral, AI ML jobs for freshers, Bengaluru jobseeker Reddit post,

Journalist Files Police Complaint Against Rahul Gandhi In 'Pushing' Case

Richa Parashar had said the incident occurred during a protest on the Supreme Court premises.

Lord Malayappa Swamy rides Hanumantha Vahanam at Tirumalas Brahmotsavams

Indian student groups in London protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, SIR; Govt supporters hold counter-protest

While the Stop Vote Chori protest cheered for activist Dhruv Rathee as the keynote speaker, chants of Modi, Modi rang out from a smaller group ac

Video: Iranian Fishermen Race To Grab iPhones, Perfume From Sunken Cargo Ship

Footage from the area showed boats moving through partially submerged containers as men tried to pull boxes out of the water. In one video, a sma

Gudumba Manufacturing Rampant In Karimnagar

Excise officials have intensified raids on illicit Gudumba manufacturing units across the erstwhile Karimnagar district, destroying illegal liquo

Avinash Reddy Seeks SEC Intervention Over Pulivendula Violence

He alleged that hundreds of Telugu Desam (TD) leaders and supporters were allowed to gather near the municipal office: Reports

Tejashwi Yadav Urges Bihar Government to Ensure Job Security for Contract Teachers

Tejashwi Yadav calls for immediate action to protect the jobs of contract teachers in Bihar following Supreme Court rulings. Tejashwi Yadav Urges

GVMC nominations: 265 for Ward members, 7 for Mayor on Day 2

Keerthy Suresh Turns Gangster in Akka

Set in the 1980s, the series unfolds in Pernuru, a kingdom shaped by generations of powerful women

Tyeb Mehtas Rickshaw Puller sells for 69.1 crore

The acrylic on canvas dates from 2002, in the final decade of Mehtas career, and depicts the rickshaw puller, a figure he returned to in his late

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Steps Underway To Ensure Drinking Water Supply In Rural Areas: Seethakka

Telangana is preparing village-level summer action plans and reserving reservoir water for drinking needs to prevent shortages amid concerns over

When Heroism Turns Gruesome

From pregnant women being tortured to graphic childbirth scenes, filmmakers are pushing the boundaries of on-screen brutality. Director Teja and

DSC 2008: Telangana High Court upholds 30% reservation for D.Ed. candidates

20-year-old Andhra student makes top 20 list for James Dyson Award with voice-enabled Braille printer

Engineering student Lingampalli Himaja says she developed RUDHRA to help visually impaired people create Braille documents independently, elimina

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy takes to streets in Bengaluru, demands immediate arrest in sting operation case

Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel HD Kumaraswamy on Saturday took to the streets in Bengaluru, leading a JD(S) foot march from the pa

Punjab Minister Criticizes Government for Targeting Anti-Drug Activists

Punjab Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa condemns the targeting of anti-drug activists amid rising violence in the state. Punjab Minister Criticizes

5th T20I Live: Toss Time Revealed, IND vs WI Match Reduced To 9 Overs Per Side

India vs West Indies LIVE Score, IND vs WI 5th T20I Cricket Match Updates: Rain has stopped in Bengaluru after delaying the toss and the start of

Robbers flee with Rs 25L after pepper spray attack in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Five people were arrested by Nampally Police on Saturday, October 17, for allegedly robbing Rs 25 lakh with the promise of converting

Heavy rainfall to continue across T.N. till October 23

The RMC has issued yellow alert for 17 districts, particularly north and interior districts; many water-stressed delta and interior districts wou

Channareddy Patil Tunnur campaigns for Congress candidate Sharanappa Mattur in MLC elections

Woman undertrial caught while trying to smuggle 11,500 cash into Parappana Agrahara Central Prison

Tension In Darsi As TD, YSRC Supporters Clash Over Nominations; Police Resort To lathi-Charge

The trouble erupted near Clock Tower Centre and the Darsi municipality office: Reports

Delhi-bound Emirates flight hit by bird strike, delayed over 14 hours

A Delhi-bound Emirates flight from Dubai suffered a bird hit on arrival, forcing the airline to delay the return flight by over 14 hours. The ret