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The three sides had convened an emergency meeting of the Strategic Political and Defence Committee (SPDC) of the Makkah Alliance for Defence in Riyadh on Monday to address the regional developments and threats facing Saudi Arabia, according to a joint statement

Commending naval personnel for their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nations maritime interests, Rajnath Singh acknowledged the contribution and sacrifices of their families, whose support enables them to discharge their duties with dedication and commitment

Rep. Beth Van Duyne of Texas announced the H-1B Visa Fraud Crackdown Act on Monday, saying existing penalties were too small to deter employers from abusing the programme. The legislation, H.R. 10643, is co-sponsored by Republican Reps. Brian Babin, Pat Fallon, Brandon Gill, Keith Self and Pete Sessions, all of Texas

People gathered in front of polling booths ahead of the start of the commencement of polling and waited patiently to vote

In a statement on Telegram, Houthi military spokesperson Brigadier General Yahya Saree on Monday said the rebel group carried out three qualitative military operations using a large number of ballistic and cruise missiles and drones. According to Saree, the first operation targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh

They added, The Islamic Republic of Iran and its proxies must halt these actions now

The protest call was issued after a meeting of 19 opposition parties on September 30

Red-dyed diesel is essentially the same fuel as standard diesel, but it is exempt from highway fuel taxes.

I am honoured. I have been given a great responsibility. I am overwhelmed to see the development work that has begun in Bengal over the past few months. This is what Bengal needs most, Mallick said

The two call centres operated from a building in Ranjit Nagar and were busted in separate raids, they said

CJI Kant said that the court cannot pass an order by relying solely on newspaper reports and it has to look into the responses of the EC and the Centre

The claim could not be independently verified

US prez in a social media post, while attacking US poll process, said 125 mn voted in Indias Presidential Election

Mani Bhavans inclusion on Indias UNESCO Tentative List as part of The Sites of Satyagraha proposal could be just the nudge that we Mumbaikars need to head to this sanctuary

A senior citizen has written in about a Prabhadevi footpath which is high and may need a gentle incline so that seniors can access it

The Supreme Court has quashed a Rs 5 lakh compensation order against Maharashtra FDA in the Pune dairy case involving Gurunanak Dairy & Sweets, after the establishments food licence was suspended following a food poisoning complaint

British Airways flight BA295 from London to Chicago declared an emergency over Ireland, triggering the 7700 code and descending to around 9,000 feet, while the cause remained unknown and further details were awaited

In a post on X, Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal announced that the President, after consultation with Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, had appointed the three Chief Justices as judges of the apex court

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Anil Desai questioned the Election Commission's handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, raised concerns over voter deletions in Maharashtra and backed the Opposition's October 6 protest, demanding accountability for the issues surrounding the exercise

The Supreme Court pulled up Rajpal Yadav for failing to honour a payment undertaking in his cheque-bounce case. The actors counsel submitted a Rs 50 lakh demand draft, while the bench expressed displeasure over the delay

Global oil stockpiles have fallen to alarmingly low levels, leaving energy markets vulnerable to further supply disruptions unless the Strait of Hormuz fully reopens, Saudi Aramco chief executive Amin Nasser said on Monday

Piyush Mishra questioned Naseeruddin Shah after the veteran actor met Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke at a protest. Mishra raised questions over Shahs silence on pilot Smit Machchhar and the Lovely Professional University violence

Yo Yo Honey Singh has sought more time to appear before the Maharashtra Cyber after skipping questioning on October 5 over allegedly indecent remarks made during a concert. The case stems from an FIR and complaint linked to the January incident

Rashmika Mandanna recalled how she played loud music on the sets of Geetha Govindam, prompting Vijay Deverakonda to angrily ask her to turn it off. His blunt reaction left the actress in tears as she thought he did not like her

A Level-I fire broke out at a temporary set in Mumbais Film City, where Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavis Ramayana is being shot. The blaze also reportedly affected nearby Pati Patni Aur Panga 2 and MTV Hustle 5 sets. No injuries were reported

Optogenetics involves controlling nerve signals with light, and helps researchers understand how specific cell types contribute to behaviours like learning, fear, addiction and movement. The trio were honoured for their discovery of a molecular switch for nerve cells, the Nobel Assembly said

Shah Rukh Khans Mannat is undergoing an extensive renovation. Producer-real estate developer Anand Pandit revealed what changes are being made inside the Rs 300 crore property. SRK and his family temporarily moved out of Mannat in April 2025 before the renovation work started.

The shipment, described as a significant milestone for inland water transport in the Northeast, is also being seen as a test of the Brahmaputra's potential as a commercial freight corridor connecting the region with overseas markets

Taking to Instagram, Anishma Anilkumar penned a heartfelt post about meeting Vijay Sethupathi, revealing that she has long been a huge fan of the actor and wanted to tell him how much he had inspired her when they recently met.

The Supreme Court refused to entertain the Centres challenge to a Calcutta High Court order allowing PILs over alleged Forest Rights Act violations in the Great Nicobar project. The HC will hear the pending matters on November 25-26, including issues concerning tribal rights

US President Donald Trump mistakenly referred to Brazils presidential election as Indias in a social media post, citing 125 million voters and the quick release of results while criticising the US electoral system and arguing for changes to voting rules

The biennial elections for 10 Rajya Sabha seats in the country's most populous state are scheduled to be held on October 16. The announcement came a day ahead of the last date for filing nominations for the Rajya Sabha elections

During the operation, police recovered the complainant's stolen phone along with 41 other mobile phones valuing allegedly stolen from commuters on different public transport routes in Mumbai

Maharashtra will impose a minimum 10 per cent water cut across urban and rural local bodies from October 16 amid a deficient monsoon, with drinking water prioritised and irrigation releases restricted until essential water needs are met

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde praised Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for his courage during the alleged hijack attempt involving flydubai flight FZ1073, saying he risked his life to protect all 174 people on board

Hundreds of French high schools suspended lessons as students protested teacher shortages, overloaded timetables and deteriorating facilities. The movement has spread nationwide since September, with some protests involving vandalism and clashes, prompting government action

Team India's swashbuckling opening batsman Abhishek Sharma expressed his views on maintaining consistency in his cricket journey. He also stated that the team's atmosphere helps in maintaining consistency

Samantha Ruth Prabhu was criticised for promoting AI amid growing concerns over deepfakes and morphed content. Netizens questioned her choice, citing her advocacy for social causes, as she also gears up to embrace motherhood

After Sanjay Dutt issued a clarification over his 'can't find peace in India remark, Shekhar Suman has now backed the actor. He explained that the actors comments were perceived differently from the spirit in which they were made.

Robert De Niro invited his longtime friend and Silver Linings Playbook co-star Anupam Kher to his New York home for lunch during Khers America and Canada trip. Kher described the reunion as a special highlight of his journey and praised De Niro as the worlds FINEST actor

Bhupender Yadav, who is also the Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, announced the development in a post on X, describing it as a historic and joyous milestone for Project Cheetah

The revised charges are expected to push up IndiGo airfares, with the increase on domestic routes ranging from Rs 100 to Rs 350 depending on the distance

Titled 'Shadu Bappa for 10 days Flex-free Mumbai for 365 days', the campaign aims to extend the environmental message of the Ganesh festival throughout the year

Bollywood singer Sunidhi Chauhans Surat concert has triggered controversy after the Bajrang Dal community raised objections to the outfits worn by dancers on stage, calling it a 'cultural violation in front of families.'

Actor Tahir Raj Bhasin opens up about his upcoming film with ace designer Vikram Phadnis, who makes his Hindi directorial debut with Pal Bhar Ke Liye. Tahir revealed details about his character and what was it like working with Vikram

Off Campus co-stars Mika Abdalla and Josh Heuston have fuelled romance speculation during their first official public appearance together at Paris Fashion Week 2026. As Abdalla appeared to trip while getting out of a van, Heuston immediately reached out his hand and helped her safely into the venue

Addressing a joint press meet with Swiss President Guy Parmelin after their talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday, PM Narendra Modi said India and Switzerland believe reforms in global institutions are essential to address growing global challenges

Veteran actors Jackie Shroff and Smita Jaykar reunited at his farmhouse, years after sharing the screen in Sanjay Leela Bhansalis Devdas. Smita shared pictures from her visit, showing the duo enjoying the lush surroundings and posing with animals

Rubina Dilaik revealed Rohit Shetty was one of the biggest reasons she returned to Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. She called him a mentor and credited his encouragement, guidance and belief in her for inspiring her to take the leap again

Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir heaped praise on Shreyas Iyer by saying that the right-handed batsman is flexible with his batting position