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A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant and comprising Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana is scheduled to hear the pleas filed by Patna resident Rakesh Kumar Singh and advocate Shailendra Mani Tripathi
AISA activists staged a third consecutive day of protests in Delhi, marching toward Jantar Mantar and demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation. Police used heavy barricading as protesters attempted to advance. The mobilisation comes amid wider opposition to SIR and alleged voter roll irregularities
National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah criticised the Election Commission over alleged voter roll deletions during the SIR exercise and questioned CEC Gyanesh Kumars role. He said growing public protests showed that people were finding the courage to challenge the process and that change was coming
Three women journalists have alleged sexual harassment by police personnel while covering a protest at Delhis Jantar Mantar. Congress demanded an FIR and action, while Delhi Police transferred the complaints to the Crime Branch for inquiry. The Press Council of India sought immediate action
MPSC aspirants have been protesting over several demands, including the removal of the MPSC chairman and greater transparency in the conduct of examinations
Congress leader Sachin Pilot accused CEC Gyanesh Kumar of undermining the Election Commissions independence during the SIR of electoral rolls. Pilot also raised concerns over Rajasthans drought conditions, Punjab law and order, and Congress leader Vishvendra Singhs show-cause notice
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a missile launch that state media claimed used AI to adjust its trajectory at low altitude. South Korea disputed Pyongyangs claim, saying the missile remained within its detection and interception capabilities and violated UN resolutions
Irans foreign minister said Sunday that military action and sanctions cannot resolve the conflict with the US, calling for negotiations instead. Talks remain stalled over the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran demands an end to maritime disruptions and sanctions amid rising regional tensions
A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging its engine room, according to UKMTO. The crew were unharmed and no environmental impact was reported. The incident comes as Iran-US tensions remain high over control of the vital shipping route
Russia struck Kyivs Northern Bridge amid a fresh wave of attacks as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met President Volodymyr Zelensky. Germany is expected to announce over $1 billion in military support, including combat drones, satellite technology and systems to strengthen Ukraines air defence
Philippine authorities arrested more than 240 foreign workers, mostly Chinese, during raids on two suspected illegal POGO sites in Mindanao. Officials seized computers, phones, laptops and SIM cards while investigating possible human trafficking offences, with others facing deportation
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna opened up about keeping their relationship private for eight years. Vijay said he never felt the need to discuss it, while Rashmika stressed that their relationship is not for entertainment
Machchhar, who suffered serious injuries in the September 30 incident, described the attack during a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
A fire broke out at a garment factory on the second floor of a building in Delhis Gandhi Nagar on Sunday morning. Eight fire units, including three water tenders, responded and brought the blaze under control by 11:10 am. No casualties were reported
Vijay Deverakonda recalled the intense preparation for Liger, revealing he restricted water and survived on ice cubes before shoots. The actor said the films failure hurt because he had given a lot of himself to the project
Yami Gautam has made a sincere request to the media to refrain from using AI to alter or enhance her public appearance photos. She stressed that such manipulation should not happen without an individuals knowledge and consent
Team India's skipper Shreyas Iyer heaped praise on the left-handed batsman by saying that when his time comes, Sooryavanshi will dominate Indian cricket
A US Marine has been arrested in Okinawa over the alleged murder and theft of a 39-year-old Japanese woman at a Naha hotel. Japan has demanded full US cooperation and stricter discipline among military personnel, amid longstanding concerns over crimes involving US forces in Okinawa
Imran Khans PTI will proceed with its long march to Islamabad after talks with the Pakistan government failed over access to the jailed former PM. The party plans to mobilize supporters across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the government vows to block protesters from entering Islamabad
On Gandhi Jayanti, Sanjay Dutt spoke about his wish for greater peace in India during an appearance on Shekhar Sumans show. His remarks drew backlash, with netizens referencing his past controversies. He also imagined himself as PM in Munnabhai style
Pezeshkian's assessment of the impact of economic pressure contrasts sharply with that of US President Donald Trump, who has described Iran as facing severe economic and military difficulties
Ishita Dixit has completed two years as Pari in Anupamaa, calling it a major milestone. She credited producer Rajan Shahi for the opportunity and said the role has changed her life, while helping her grow as an actor and develop similarities with Pari
Hina Khan opened up about her first Ladakh trip, calling the high-altitude region truly a test of endurance. She revealed suffering daily nosebleeds due to the dry air and shared travel essentials, including precautions for high altitudes
Anupam Kher revisited his New York memories while in the city for his musical play Jaane Pehchaane Anjane. Recalling his three years working on New Amsterdam, he said the experience made him feel like a student again, learning every day
AbbasMustan unveiled the first look of 3 Monkeys, introducing Vishal Jethwa, Mustafa Burmawala and Tenzin Dalha as Amar, Akbar and Anthony. The thriller gives the Three Wise Monkeys philosophy a new-age twist with its Sab Dekho mantra
Mrunal Thakur credits her mother for shaping her love for classic style and timeless accessories. The actor revealed she would sometimes steal watches from her mothers wardrobe for important events and now considers a classic watch a wardrobe essential
Veteran filmmaker Singeetam Srinivasa Rao died at 94 after a career spanning over six decades. Known for Aditya 369, Pushpaka Vimana and Mayuri, Rao was remembered by Jr NTR, who called him a visionary ahead of his time
Hanuman Ansh has gone beyond box-office success, with more devotees thronging Kainchi Dham after its release. The film has earned Rs 317.33 crore domestically, while filmmaker Vishal Chaturvedi has announced his next film, RamBola
The pilot reported electrical problems and declared an emergency as it approached the coast on the flight from Bermuda, according to air traffic control audio posted by LiveATC.net
The hurricane center said large surf associated with Nolo will likely inundate some of the low-lying atolls
Speaking to reporters on Friday, Trump, when asked about his upcoming strategy regarding Iran, initially suggested that revealing his plans would generate significant headlines
He urged people to register their protests against the government on the 'Satyagraha' platform, which he launched a day after the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, to ensure help for people wherever truth was being crushed
The Israeli Prime Minister said the honour was usually reserved for his country's own citizens. It's our highest honour that we give on our Independence Day
Salman Khan called out Bigg Boss 20 contestants for holding back during Weekend Ka Vaar. Recalling his Dus Ka Dum days, he shared how his father Salim Khan advised him to trust his upbringing and be himself despite the negativity around him
The combined storage stood at 95.50 per cent of the total useful live storage capacity of 14,47,363 ML, down from 95.84 per cent recorded a day earlier
With a final round score of even-par 70, she ended with a total of 15-under 265 for four days, a stroke ahead of the pack
India were reduced to 4-2 in the first three overs when they lost Shubman Gill (1) and Virat Kohli (0) on consecutive deliveries from Jayden Seales (3-45)
With time running out, Aman then picked up four points with a takedown and then from a roll
India skipper Shreyas Iyer attributes 19-run win over Pakistan in final to solid show from whole team
Teenaged debutant archer Kumkum Mohod, 17, reveals how giving up her favourite butterscotch ice cream helped realise her dream of winning gold for India at Asiad; beats Koreas Oh Yejin 6-5 in individual recurve final via a thrilling shootout
He outpaced seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari by 0.298 seconds
French fans got an exciting game at the Stade de France, but not the result they expected, mainly because of Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarummas performance
Khalid Jamils 138th-ranked Blue Tigers put on a commendable performance against five-time world champions, but ultimately succumb to 0-4 defeat in Kolkata
Nysa Devgn and Orry have recreated the viral Ajay Devgn-Rohit Shetty podcast exchange in their own accents and style. Their hilarious take has left the internet in splits. Nysa has previously recreated her fathers viral dance move from Son of Sardaar 2
Skipper Harmanpreet Singhs brace helps defending champs crush Malaysia 5-1 to retain Asian Games title and earn direct qualification for 2028 LA Olympics; midfielder Hardik Singh attributes victory to coach Craig Fultons unwavering trust
The CJP held the protest on October 2 against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls
Vijay Deverakonda and Chiranjeevi have backed Jr NTR after a morphed AI video of Chuttamalle from Devara surfaced online. Deverakonda called it the digital equivalent of sexual assault, while Chiranjeevi urged accountability and legal action
The two parties have sought to position the October 4 march as a public mobilisation rather than an event limited to MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT) workers
Creators Karan Kapadia and Nitya Mehra reveal why they backed Aneet Padda to lead Hunkkaar: The Roar. The six-part JioHotstar courtroom drama follows a 17-year-old survivor seeking justice against a self-styled godman
Activist Yogendra Yadav and senior advocate Prashant Bhushan were among those detained; AISA was also joined by senior advocates Kapil Sibal, Nitya Ramakrishnan, Pallav Sisodia

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