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China leaves key lending rates unchanged for 5th straight month in October as US trade tensions simmer

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President for 90,000 years: Trump shares AI-generated video hinting at never-ending presidency

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Bank of Japan's Kazuo Ueda keeps cards close to chest ahead of October meeting

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda returned from Washington with uncertainty about global headwinds, leaving the timing of a potential interest ra

To hit back at the United States in their trade war, China borrows from the US playbook

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Silver price crashes 6% after hitting $54 record high Is this the end of silvers historic rally or just a reset before another surge? Heres what market experts say about silvers next price move

Silver price crashed 6% on Friday its largest single-day fall in six months after touching a record high of $54 an ounce earlier this week. In

After Gaza nightmare, Israel weeps with joy: Twin brothers Gali and Ziv finally reunite home

Brazilian President Lula seeks to create 'strategic alliance' with India to develop both economies

Brazilian President Lula da Silva announced plans for a strategic alliance with India, aiming to boost political, economic, and technological coo

6 homemade drinks that support kidney health

Muscle Hamster Doug Martin, former NFL running back, dies at 36; all about his net worth, family and career

Former NFL star Doug Martin, known as Muscle Hamster, has reportedly passed away at 36. The dynamic running back, a first-round pick for the Bucc

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Diwali worldwide: 5 countries that have announced Diwali as a public holiday, other than India

China's Q3 GDP growth set to slow to one-year low as property slump, trade tensions sap demand

China's economic growth is projected to slow to a one-year low of 4.8% in the third quarter, pressured by a property downturn and trade tensions.

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British troops given powers to shoot down drones on sight amid rising Russia-linked threats: Report

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Green Bay Packers rally late to topple Arizona Cardinals in thrilling finish

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Aston Villa come from behind to stun Tottenham 21 in North London

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Meghalaya lose to Baroda in U-23 Col CK Nayudu Trophy

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Wil Lutz field goal caps historic Denver Broncos comeback from 19-point deficit against New York Giants

Denver Broncos defeated New York Giants 33-32 at Empower Field at Mile High on October 19, 2025. Wil Lutz kicked game-winning 39-yard field goal

Nico Paz shines as Como stun Juventus 20

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Cargo plane slides off runway in Hong Kong, media reports two dead

A Boeing 747 cargo plane, operating as Emirates flight EK9788, skidded off the runway into the sea while landing at Hong Kong International Airpo

Maguires late header seals Man United triumph at Anfield

Liverpool, Oct 19: Harry Maguires decisive header in the 84th minute propelled Manchester United to a memorable 21 victory over Liverpool at Anfi

CII organizes Health Conclave 2025

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Oct 19: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) today organised the 2nd Edition of the CII J&K Healthcare Co

Trump repeats claims of averting India-Pakistan war using tariffs, says 'seven planes were shot down'

US President Donald Trump claimed he averted a potential war between India and Pakistan by threatening heavy tariffs. He stated that trade pressu

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Four-day Deepawali Utsav begins with religious fervor at Apsra Road

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: The four-day Deepawali Utsav 2025 commenced at the Apsara Road market in Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, amid religio

Messis hat-trick guides Miami to win over Nashville

Nashville, Oct 19: Inter Miami CF closed out the 2025 regular season in style, securing a resounding 2-5 win on the road over Nashville SC on MLS

'May spirit of positivity prevail': PM Modi extends Diwali greetings; wishes 'harmony & prosperity'

Sanbor Shullai felicitates Mlaya duo selected for Indian U-17 womens football

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Oct 19: Meghalaya Cabinet Minister and South Shillong MLA, Sanbor Shullai, on Sunday felicitated two young women footba

PVL 2025: Kochi Blue Spikers Win Kerala Derby, Pick 3-1 Win Over Calicut Heroes

Mouhsin Pa was named the Player of the Match.

Trump calls Colombian President Petro 'illegal drug leader,' halts payments amid escalating tensions with Bogot

President Trump labeled Colombian President Petro an illegal drug leader and threatened to halt U.S. payments, while Defense Secretary Hegseth an

Israel says ceasefire and aid to resume after airstrikes kill 26 in Gaza

A U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire faced its most serious test after an attack killed two Israeli soldiers, prompting Israeli airstrikes that killed

Israel to 'resume' ceasefire after conducting retaliatory airstrikes against Hamas, Gaza office accuses it of...

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday announced that it has enewed enforcement of the ceasefire agreement following a series of air strikes

Diwali: Celebrating Lights Triumph Over Darkness

Over five days, people take part in festive gatherings, fireworks displays, feasts and prayer.

Islamic prayer timings in US: Check Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha time on October 20 in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix

Islamic prayers follow a structured schedule linked to the sun's position. Five daily prayers, Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha, are performed

Fiscal reform needs management minds, Not just balance sheets

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Changing Face of Dengue Control in Jammu

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HNLC bobil dolko agangrikna sorkari okamtaia

Sosojengjeng ongatani kamrangko kajachina mikrakata SHILLONG: Khasi aro Jaintia Hills ajarango bobil dake chakatenggipa Hynniewtrep National Libe

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City roads await urgent repair, black-topping

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: The roads in Jammu City await urgent repair and black -topping work after extensive damaged suffered durin

Pak-Afghan War and Indias Options

K N Pandita and Fatima Baloch The USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) militarily intervened in Afghanistan in 1979, toppling President Moh

Khadi collective Sanja Stories celebrates mindful fashion trend for Diwali

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MHA invites LAB, KDA leaders for talks on Oct 22 in New Delhi; both bodies to join

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Marsh guides Australia to seven-wicket win over India in first ODI

PERTH, Oct 19: The grand comeback party of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma endured a quick 22-ball ending, and their lowkey outing reflected in Indi

MLA Arvind Gupta inaugurates Christmas Cup 2025

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: MLA Jammu West, Arvind Gupta, inaugurated the Christmas Cup 2025, organized by the youth of Christi

BFSI, retail and manufacturing to drive Salesforce growth in India: Arundhati Bhattacharya

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 19: BFSI, retail and manufacturing to drive the US-based IT firm Salesforces growth in India over the next three years, a top

JKSC organises programme

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: Minister for Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma presided over an event organised by Jammu and

Three J&K players shine at World Kungfu Wushu ship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: Three athletes from Jammu & Kashmir represented India at the 10th World Kungfu Wushu Championship h

Jewellers, retailers in Bengal report brisk sales on Dhanteras

KOLKATA, Oct 19: High prices of gold have not deterred jewellery stores in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal from witnessing brisk business

Dy CM lays foundation stones of key developmental projects in Nowshera, Sunderbani

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Oct 19: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today visited Nowshera & Sunderbani areas of Rajouri district

Doon Intl School Jammu shines at Doon Cup 2025

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: Doon International School Jammu hosted the DOON CUP 2025, a five-day inter-school sports tournament

Limp Bizkits Sam Rivers passes away

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Actor Ayushmann Khurrana poses during the celebrations for his upcoming film Thamma

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Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco make red carpet debut as married couple

Singer-actress Selena Gomez is exuding charm and the newlywed glow. The actress-singer, 33, attended the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles with

Rajat Bedi reveals why Salman burst out laughing at his face

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Javid Dar for integrated farming for enhanced productivity, sustainability

Excelsior Correspondent GANDERBAL, Oct 19: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Depar

Pathania for fast-tracking development, better road connectivity

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Oct 19: Carrying forward his vision of fast-tracking development, preserving heritage, and improving rural conn

Women have a key role in realizing vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Sanjita Dogra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: Sanjita Dogra, general secretary of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) J & K and in charge of the partys Sta

MLA kick-starts blacktopping work on Choudhary Nar road

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Oct 19: MLA Rajouri Iftikhar Ahmed today kick-started the blacktopping work on the vital Kheora to Choudhary Nar

GMC Jammu celebrates World Menopause Day with CME, Quiz

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 19: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Government Medical College (GMC), Jammu, observed World Menopaus

Kylian Mbapp late strike sends Real Madrid top of La Liga table against nine-man Getafe

Real Madrid defeated Getafe 1-0 at Estadio Coliseum on October 19, 2025. Kylian Mbapp scored in the 78th minute after Allan Nyom's red card. Geta

Authorities intensify security in Pakistans Peshawar ahead of Diwali

PESHAWAR, Oct 19: Authorities in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have intensified security in and around the provincial capital Peshawar to ensure t

Project Roshni illuminates Keran village with clean energy

Excelsior Correspondent KERAN, Oct 19: Project Roshni was inaugurated in Keran village to promote sustainable development and empower border comm

Rise of Private Institutions in Meghalaya: A Boon or Bane: A Sociological analysis on Education, Teacher Challenges, and Inequality in the NEP Era

By Evangeline Dkhar In recent years, Meghalaya has witnessed a visible boom in the number of private educational institutions from small primary

Assessing the Push and Pull Factors

By Maitphang Syiem We all live in a complex dynamic and continuously evolving system; the earth is itself a dynamic system with all its attribute

D'Andre Swift rushing touchdown powers Chicago Bears past New Orleans Saints at Soldier Field

Chicago Bears defeated New Orleans Saints 26-14 at Soldier Field on October 19, 2025. D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monongai scored rushing touchdowns w

Egypt to lead International troop contingent to maintain security in Gaza

MOSCOW, Oct 19: Egypt is expected to lead the international troop contingent to ensure security in the Gaza Strip, with Azerbaijan, Indonesia, an

Women's World Cup: Legspin Trio Key To Bangladesh's Success, Says Fahima Khatun

Women's World Cup: Fahima Khatun explained how 'unique' leg-spin trio has been an advantage for Bangladesh.

KTR: Cabinet is Fighting for Personal Gains

Rama Rao alleged that from the Medaram Jatara works to the allocation of tenders and clearing of bills, ministers remained focused on their cut.

Women's World Cup: Despite Bowling Only 112 Overs, Sri Lanka On Brink Of Exit

Women's World Cup: With their campaign massively disrupted by rain, Sri Lanka aim to control the controllables.

Rs 1,951 crore released for flood-hit Maharashtra, Karnataka as disaster relief

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'Attempt being made to finish off regional parties': MVA, MNS close ranks; to hold joint rally against EC

Amaravati ORR Project Enters Fast Lane

The Highways Authority has completed a detailed project report and submitted it to the NHAI headquarters for approval.

SC praises ED for restitution of flats to 213 homebuyers