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Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarhs Bastar region, honouring their role in the fight against Naxalism. Visiting the CoBRA Operations Base in Karanpur, which served as a training centre and launch pad for anti-Naxal operations in Bastar and Abujhmad, Modi described Diwali 2026 as special, saying it marked the first festival since the countrys victory over decades of Naxalism and Maoist terror. He credited security personnel for their sacrifices

A new report has revealed fresh details about Russia's alleged military support for Iran, including the supply of advanced missile-launching systems and weapons technology before the war began. Fox News, citing documents obtained by Ukrainian defence intelligence research group Dallas Analytics, reported that Russian production records showed components allocated for 90 APU-L launchers under a contract identified as K-10, reportedly linked to Iran. The launchers are designed to carry Russia's LM

Watch the song 'Nalona Ne Lenu' from the Telugu movie 'Nanna Kutty' starring Vijay Antony and Preethi Asrani. 'Nalona Ne Lenu' is sung by Rukhsar Bandhukia and the music is composed by Vijay Antony. Lyrics of the song 'Nalona Ne Lenu' are written by Bhashyasree. The movie is written and directed by Mu. Maran. 'Nanna Kutty' also stars Bhagavathi Perumal and Vettai Muthukumar in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Nalona Ne Lenu' song from Vijay Antony and Preethi Asrani starrer 'Nanna Kutty' watch

Ramayana: Part I continues to shine at the box office with stellar collections on its first Sunday, amassing Rs. 194.39 crore in just four days. The film saw attendance grow from 35.9% in the morning to 39% in the afternoon. Key cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai in Karnataka and Maharashtra are propelling its success, with total earnings expected to rise due to Diwali celebrations and evening engagements.

Puja Tomar has seen MMA grow in India since becoming the first Indian woman to win a UFC fight. She wants better grassroots support, international coaches and an academy where young fighters, particularly girls, can train. After two UFC defeats and a family setback that delayed her return to training, Tomar is working on her wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu, with her focus firmly on becoming champion.

Authorities in Taiwan have detained the leader of the Taiwan People's Communist Party over alleged election interference and vote-buying. Lin Te-wang, facing prior charges for similar offenses, is accused of links with the Chinese Communist Party. As Taiwan prepares for local elections, concerns regarding foreign influence have arisen. Prosecutors summoned multiple individuals during their investigation into these allegations.

In an interview with The Guardian ahead of her memoirs release, Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi recalled breaking down while watching the Babri Masjid demolition on television in December 1992. She said the incident made her realise that India faced a long struggle to preserve its secular character. Gandhi also acknowledged that the Congresss complacency had partly contributed to the BJPs rise. Her remarks drew a sharp response from BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi, who accused the

Poland is reeling from a deadly shooting rampage in the southern city of Krakow that left six people dead and 16 others injured, including two police officers. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk described the attack as an act of terrorism and called for national solidarity, urging people to stand with the victims and their families. Tusk also revealed that three people, believed to be members of the suspect's immediate family, were found dead at the attacker's home. Police said the injured includ

Washington reportedly wants Baghdad to shut down nearly all border crossings with Iran, leaving just two open. The demand could threaten Irans remaining land-based trade routes while placing Iraq under mounting political, economic and security pressure. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein has warned of the possibility of renewed military confrontation and says Iraq has suffered approximately $60 billion in losses following the suspension of oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz.In this report

Jamie Raskin is turning up the heat on Donald Trump after Democrats' midterm victory, warning that impeachment remains on the table as Congress prepares a sweeping investigation into the administration. From the explosive Jeffrey Epstein files and alleged corruption to the Justice Department and potential conflicts of interest, Raskin is signalling that Trump's actions will face intense scrutiny when Democrats take control. He has also raised the prospect of using Congress' funding powers to cha

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath visits the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya and offers prayers on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.

The doors of Bhairavnath Temple in Kedarnath have been closed for the winter season, bringing the evening aarti to an end. The main doors of Kedarnath Dham are scheduled to close on November 11, according to Rudraprayag Police.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares a breathtaking video capturing flashes of lightning across Earth from space, comparing the natural phenomenon to fireworks while extending Dhanteras wishes.

US President Donald Trump joins members of the Indian-American community for a ceremonial diya-lighting celebration in the Oval Office. Indian entrepreneur Vishal Gondal presents him with a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa in the presence of India's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Kwatra.

Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi Temple shines bright with festive illuminations as the city celebrates the 10th edition of Deepotsav 2026 on the eve of Diwali.

Singer Arijit Singh visits the Kamakhya Devi Temple in Assam with his family and offers prayers to the goddess.

ormer West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visits a Kali Puja pandal near her residence in Kalighat, Kolkata, and offers prayers during the festive celebrations.

Kedarnath Dham marks Diwali with devotees offering prayers and seeking the blessings of Baba Kedar. Glimpses of the sacred darshan capture the festive spirit at the shrine.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju interacts with Indian students from Telangana studying at a university in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, after they recognise him on his way to a mosque.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has targeted Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav ahead of his proposed visit to the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on December 12.Referring to the 1990 firing on karsevaks during the tenure of Mulayam Singh Yadav, the UP chief minister demanded an apology to Ram Bhakts before the temple visit.UP minister Jaiveer Singh also called the proposed visit politically motivated and sought an apology from Akhilesh Yadav. The Samajwadi Party, meanwhile, defended the vi

Ayodhya celebrates the 10th edition of Deepotsav as millions of earthen lamps illuminate Ram Ki Paidi and 56 ghats along the banks of the Saryu River, creating a spectacular festive sight.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju visits the historic Al Rahmah Mosque, popularly known as the Floating Mosque, along the Red Sea coastline in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends Diwali greetings to the people of India and says he will continue his annual tradition of celebrating the festival with soldiers this year.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh celebrates Diwali with Indian Air Force personnel at Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal, as IAF air warriors sing songs during the festive gathering.

Team India players are all smiles as they board their flight from Wellington to Hamilton for the next leg of their New Zealand tour.

When should a startup founder sell their business? Netcore founder Rajesh Jain shares lessons from the sale of IndiaWorld to Satyam Infoway in 1999, reflecting on one of the defining moments of his entrepreneurial journey. Jain discusses how IndiaWorld grew during the early days of India's internet industry, the rapid rise in technology company valuations and the difficult decisions founders face when considering an exit. He also reflects on how dramatically market conditions changed as the dot-

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work, but could freshers and entry-level employees face the biggest disruption? Netcore founder Rajesh Jain discusses how AI is transforming businesses, changing hiring requirements and automating routine tasks traditionally performed by new employees. He also explains Netcore Cloud's evolution into netcore.ai, its focus on autonomous AI agents and the shift towards outcome-based pricing in marketing technology. While AI could reduce demand for

Joe Kent, who resigned as director of the National Counterterrorism Center in protest over the conflict, is now calling on Trump to fire key members of his administration, including Pete Hegseth, John Ratcliffe and Marco Rubio. Kent is urging Trump to withdraw American forces from the Persian Gulf, replace senior officials with people committed to ending the conflict, and reconsider Washingtons military and intelligence relationship with Israel.He also claims the war has fractured Trumps politic

Diwali presents a vital chance for Indian families to reassess their financial strategies and explore new investment avenues. While traditional customs like gold purchases prevail, there is also a surge in modern investment tools such as mutual funds and stocks. Additionally, this festival signals a fresh business year for myriad traders, emphasizing consumer spending trends and financial priorities.

To bolster its shipping logistics, Indian Oil Corporation is planning to acquire its own carriers and is looking into shipbuilding ventures within India as part of the Make in India initiative. The rise in geopolitical tensions has led to higher shipping costs, necessitating these strategic changes. IOC has also diversified its crude sourcing to minimize supply disruptions and leverage market opportunities, successfully reporting significant earnings in the last quarter.

Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chans daughter Maxima is developing her coding skills with an interest in building projects. Although she enjoys coding, her mother restricts her from creating online projects. Maxima's interest in technology reflects innate creativity that has not been taught to her. Their younger daughter August is also engaged with technology, creating projects using tools like Minecraft.

Antnio Guterres has urged global leaders to take immediate action against climate change ahead of the COP31 summit. He emphasizes that responsibility should not be shifted and that everyone must commit to change now. Guterres highlights the worsening impact of climate disasters and the interplay between climate change and other global challenges. Additionally, he believes that fossil fuel companies should contribute by being taxed on their profits.

Delaware is proposing a new corporate structure where companies can be managed by AI agents. This initiative aims to protect human owners from liability caused by the actions of these AI agents. Concerns have surfaced regarding the risks posed by this AI governance model as it is being developed. A government committee is seeking information about these risks and the motivations behind Delaware's efforts.

According to statements carried by Iranian media, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy accused the vessels of violating Iranian maritime restrictions, switching off their tracking systems, and attempting to pass through an unauthorized southern corridor. Iran claims one tanker was located east of the Strait of Hormuz, while the second was inside the strategic waterway. The identities of the vessels, the extent of the damage, and the circumstances surrounding the reported explosions

Donald Trump's White House is reportedly descending into chaos, with bitter infighting, backstabbing and a growing power struggle threatening to tear apart the president's inner circle. CNN's Kaitlan Collins is revealing explosive details from insiders who describe an atmosphere of hostility reminiscent of the infamous knives-out days of Trump's first presidency. The turmoil comes just days after Republicans suffered a stunning midterm defeat, prompting Trump to remove longtime chief of staff Su

A chilling discovery has deepened the horror of Poland's Krakw shooting, after three more bodies were found at the suspected gunman's home believed to be members of his immediate family. The 24-year-old allegedly unleashed a deadly attack from a black SUV, firing at random people in the city's historic Main Market Square before opening fire on pursuing police officers. He was eventually shot, wounded and arrested. Six people were killed and several others injured, while police found more weapon

Iran has intensified its military activity around the Strait of Hormuz, with reports of multiple waves of missile and drone launches from its southern coast. The developments follow reports of explosions on Qeshm Island, which Tehran has denied was struck by US forces. Iranian media say the explosions were linked to military activity in the strategic waterway. Reports also suggest Iranian forces launched interceptor missiles towards American aircraft and missiles and drones towards vessels accus

Krakw, one of Europes most popular tourist destinations, was rocked by a shooting in its historic city centre on November 7. Police say a 24-year-old suspect drove into a public square and opened fire on people at random, sending terrified crowds fleeing into nearby cafs and restaurants.The suspect was reportedly armed with an AR-15-style rifle and was arrested after an exchange of fire with police. Authorities say firearms and ammunition were also found in his vehicle.But the investigation took