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Arvind Panagariya, chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, outlines the benefits of a weaker rupee for exports. He stresses that rising import costs can maintain the competitiveness of domestic products. The need for tariff cuts, elimination of quality control orders, and revision of bilateral investment treaties is emphasized. Panagariya also mentions the current economic stability and potential growth of 7-8%. He expresses optimism despite external challenges affecting growth prospects.

High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi addressed the extradition request for Sheikh Hasina from Bangladesh, stating that the matter is under legal review, preventing a set timeline for her repatriation. He clarified that India had no involvement in her arrival, citing the dire circumstances in Bangladesh. As relations between India and Bangladesh grow increasingly strained, the new Bangladeshi government remains resolute in pursuing Hasina's extradition.

Thousands took to the streets of Mexico City to mark the 58th anniversary of the 1968 Tlatelolco student massacre, with protesters demanding justice and accountability for the victims. The march from the Plaza de las Tres Culturas to the Zocalo also revived allegations about links between former Mexican officials and the CIA, as demonstrators criticised what they described as decades of US influence in Latin America.The October 2 massacre remains one of the darkest episodes in Mexico's modern hi

Donald Trump has tapped 24-year-old reporter Beni Rae Harmony for the White House communications team as speculation continues over Karoline Leavitts potential replacement. Harmonys appointment comes as Trump weighs his next move in the White House press operation, with the young reporter reportedly having caught his eye.

Donald Trumps fitness claims are back under the microscope after fresh footage of the 80-year-old president walking toward Marine One triggered a brutal online pile-on. As Trump headed to Texas and Oklahoma for his 32-day 2026 midterm campaign tour, viewers fixated on his seemingly unsteady walk, with one claiming, Trump cant walk in a straight line, while another joked, Somebody gotta carry his diapers!!!! A third quipped that his right leg isnt cooperating and asked whether Natalie Harp had fo

Willem Dafoe opens up about his approach to life, ambition and changing goals, saying he focuses on taking things one step at a time. The actor says his biggest ambition is to beat fear, have fun, stay useful and remain engaged while embracing lifes unpredictable path.

Quavo pays tribute to his late brother Takeoff, reflecting on grief, faith and the sense of clarity he felt ahead of his new album. The rapper says a viral moment surrounding Takeoffs name felt bigger than an internet trend and thanked fans for continuing to keep his brothers legacy alive.

Balochistans insurgency is entering a new phase, with the Baloch Liberation Front claiming attacks by its all-women Karima Armed Assault Division, or KAAD, against Pakistani forces. Abhijit Iyer-Mitra explains why the rise of women fighters could deepen the psychological and political crisis for Asim Munir - and why tactical Baloch attacks have ended Pakitan and Chinas Gwadar and CPEC ambitions. Is Gwadar becoming a strategic liability for Beijing? And why should India care about Pakistans Baloc

Another commercial vessel has come under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, with an oil tanker reportedly hit by a projectile just four nautical miles off Oman. UKMTO said the tanker was struck on its port side while transiting the strategic waterway, with the crew safe and no oil spill reported. The incident comes amid heightened U.S.-Iran tensions and growing concerns over the security of one of the worlds most important energy shipping routes.

Russia has showcased a battlefield dominated by drones, robotic vehicles and automated weapons systems during its large-scale Center-2026 military exercises. More than 47,000 troops participated across multiple training areas and the Caspian Sea, with forces from Russia, China, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Mongolia and Pakistan, according to Russian officials. The drills involved around 700 pieces of military equipment, more than 600 drones and over 60 unmanned ground vehicles. A major focus

A fascinating discovery was made by diver Mark Schachtner: an ancient dugout canoe dating back about 1,000 years in Pewaukee Lake. In partnership with Native Nations, the Wisconsin Historical Society is carefully documenting this important archaeological treasure. Researchers have assessed its condition and theorized its submersion history. This find not only contributes to Wisconsin's storied history of ancient canoes but also sheds light on Indigenous practices.

A St. Louis man adopted as a baby nearly 60 years ago discovered that Grammy-winning musician Michael McDonald was his biological father after a previously unknown half-brother took a 23andMe DNA test. The discovery led to meetings with both his birth mother and McDonald, followed by a family reunion that also introduced McDonald to his grandchildren.

India moved up to fourth place in the Asian Games 2026 medal tally after a big medal-winning day on Saturday. India added five gold medals across wrestling, golf, hockey, cricket and archery to take their overall tally to 85 medals - 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze.

Protests erupted in multiple Spanish cities, including Madrid, following the rejection of rental protection measures by parliament. Tens of thousands of demonstrators demanded action on the housing crisis affecting vulnerable renters. The anger was sparked by the eviction of an elderly woman, who became a symbol of the housing struggles. The rising rental costs have made affordable housing increasingly out of reach for many citizens.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has accused former chief minister Mamata Banerjee of faking her leg injury during the 2021 Assembly election campaign in Nandigram. Adhikari cited a medical report which he claimed showed no evidence of fracture or dislocation and announced a fresh investigation into what he called Banerjees false claims. Banerjee was injured on March 10, 2021, during campaigning and was later discharged from hospital with her left foot in a cast before resuming campai

Mahalakshmi, a young woman of 19, lost her life after a brutal knife attack by her ex-boyfriend, Chinna Rao, aged 22. The assault occurred at her home, where Chinna's persistent harassment, stemming from family opposition, culminated in violence. Mahalakshmi suffered grave injuries and passed away after four hours in the hospital. In a heartbreaking conclusion, Chinna leaped from a building, ending his life shortly after the attack.

India produced one of their biggest medal hauls of the Asian Games on Saturday, with gold medals coming in men's hockey, T20 cricket, wrestling, golf and archery. The men's hockey team capped the day by beating Malaysia 5-1 in the final to retain their Asian Games title and book a place at the 2028 Olympics. India's medal tally now stands at 85 medals - 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze.

The Aichi-Nagoya campaign produced a mix of expected results and disappointments before India's strong finish changed the picture. As recently as Thursday, India were outside the top 10 in the medal table with only 10 gold medals.

A Hindu temple in Richmond Heights, Ohio, was allegedly attacked with bricks on Friday afternoon, leaving windows shattered and causing significant damage.The Shree Swaminarayan Vadtal Dham Hindu Mandir was reportedly targeted around 1:30 PM while priests and devotees were inside. Surveillance footage is being reviewed by authorities.The Hindu American Foundation has described the incident as a possible hate crime and urged authorities to identify those responsible. However, no suspect has been

Fresh tensions are being reported between Saudi Arabia and Yemens Houthi movement, with reports of explosions in the Najran area and claims of disruptions to air traffic around Riyadh. The developments have not been independently verified. Footage circulating through Houthi-affiliated channels also reportedly shows Burkan-1 ballistic missiles being prepared for an operation. The missile system, first publicly unveiled by the Houthis in 2016, has previously been used in attacks targeting Saudi te

Iran is claiming a new advance in its missile programme, with IRGC Brigadier General Ali Belali saying the country has developed the ability to use a long-range ballistic missile against a moving target. The claim was reported by Irans Fars news agency. Reports have pointed to Irans Qasem Basir anti-ship missile, which is said to have a range of around 1,200 kilometres and electro-optical guidance, as one possible system involved. The Khalij Fars missile is another possibility. Iran has not publ

Satellite imagery circulating online is being cited as possible evidence of damage to a Very Large Crude Carrier, or VLCC, in the region, with what appears to be an oil spill visible around the vessel. The imagery alone does not establish when or how the damage occurred, and independent confirmation remains pending. The development comes amid heightened tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran warning vessels against using routes it considers illegal. Meanwhile, senior U.S. national secur

Ukraine has expressed readiness to explore India's comprehensive proposal for ending the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. During recent communications, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized the importance of India's mediation role. India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar affirmed continuous engagement with both Kyiv and Moscow regarding potential solutions. Ukraine is open to discussing limited ceasefire arrangements around energy infrastructure and safe Black Sea shipping.

Housing prices in the Delhi-NCR region increased by 12 percent annually during the July-September quarter. This rise surpassed the collective annual increase of 7 percent seen in India's top seven cities. Higher input costs and a focus on luxury projects contributed to the price growth in residential properties. Despite a slight moderation in sales, housing demand remained robust in well-connected areas.

Despite the global race for fifth- and sixth-generation stealth fighters, fourth- and 4.5-generation jets continue to attract major international orders. Rafale, F-15EX, Gripen, F-16 and Eurofighter Typhoon programmes are expanding as countries seek capable aircraft that are cheaper and faster to acquire than stealth platforms. Modern upgrades, including AESA radars, advanced avionics and long-range missiles such as Meteor, have narrowed parts of the capability gap. These fighters also offer hig

A shocking aviation security revelation has emerged after the alleged attempted terror attack aboard a Flydubai flight carrying Israeli passengers. According to The Wall Street Journal, Oman had reportedly banned the co-pilot from flying over concerns that he had been radicalized. Despite the warning, he continued flying for Flydubai, including on the Dubai-to-Tel Aviv route.The incident unfolded on Wednesday when the co-pilot allegedly stabbed the pilot and attempted to crash the aircraft, acco

Former Aam Aadmi Party spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar has joined the Congress, saying she could no longer defend what she described as the indefensible within the AAP. Explaining her decision, Kakkar criticised the partys use of choppers for private travel and questioned the appointment of people without grassroots experience to senior positions in Punjab. She said the AAP had once attracted people of substance but was now struggling to retain them. Kakkar also praised Rahul Gandhi, calling him re

Donald Trumps latest Marine One outing with longtime aide Natalie Harp has sparked fresh online chatter, with social-media users fixating on what they perceived as a growing distance between the pair. Harp was seen ducking beneath the helicopters low overhang at Joint Base Andrews, prompting sarcastic comments about whether she was headed towards the baggage compartment, while others revived the recurring first lady jokes surrounding her close presence in Trumps orbit.

Russia is offering India its Izdeliye 177S engine for the Su-30MKI, claiming around 16% more afterburning thrust than the existing AL-31FP.The engine is also claimed to offer lower fuel consumption and a service life of up to 6,000 hours. If validated in Indian trials, the additional power could support the planned Super Sukhoi upgrades.#Su30MKI #SuperSukhoi #177SEngine #IndianAirForce #IAF #TOI #Defence #RussiaIndia

Alleged narco-trafficking kingpin Navpreet Singh has been brought back to India after being deported from Trkiye, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said.According to Shah, Singh had obtained Turkish citizenship using the identity Navab Virk and was allegedly involved in smuggling heroin and methamphetamine from Afghanistan to India.Indian agencies reportedly traced his identity and secured his deportation. Singh is now in custody in India in connection with cases related to alleged drug trafficking

India had never won successive Asian Games gold medals, making Saturday's final an opportunity to create history. Harmanpreet Singh-led India made the most of it as they successfully defended their title.

India's Finance Commission chairman, Arvind Panagariya, indicated that the nation is well-prepared for potential food or fertiliser issues. He emphasized that India's fertiliser supply has been strengthened through domestic production and imports from various countries. Additionally, the country has managed to cope with energy shocks and uncertainties arising from conflicts in West Asia. Panagariya noted that if Ukraine's exports decline, demand for Indian food products might increase.

Seven individuals, including a nightclub manager, were arrested following an incident of assault at The Locals nightclub. The incident occurred after a drunken altercation where a woman was reportedly assaulted by bouncers. Police conducted an investigation after receiving information about the assault and reviewed CCTV footage from the nightclub. A video circulating on social media showed the woman being assaulted, leading to police action.

In an exciting debut, Rohit Sharma has taken the reins as the host of 'Family Full House' on Sony Entertainment Television. In a heartfelt discussion, he revealed that his ultimate relaxation method post-match is enjoying playful time with his kids. Special guest Ankita Lokhande praised his involved parenting style. Rohit delights in being hands-on with his children, Samaira and Ahaan, sharing cherished moments at home with his wife, Ritika Sajdeh.

Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta has reported significant progress in waste management at landfill sites throughout the city. The government has successfully reclaimed land and aims to eliminate existing garbage mountains while managing fresh waste effectively. New waste processing facilities have been inaugurated at Okhla, Ghazipur, and Singhola, each designed to process thousands of metric tonnes daily.

Watch the song Yaara Oye from punjabi movie 'Eh Din Roz Ni Aune' starring Harbhajan Mann, Nirmal Rishi and Sukh Pindiala. 'Eh Din Roz Ni Aune' song Yaara Oye is sung by Sharry Mann and music is given by Yeah Proof. Lyrics of 'Eh Din Roz Ni Aune' song Yaara Oye are written by Happy Raikoti. To know more about song Yaara Oye from Harbhajan Mann, Nirmal Rishi and Sukh Pindiala starrer 'Eh Din Roz Ni Aune' watch the video.

Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Kalli Khadi' beautifully sung by Watan Sahi. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Watan Sahi and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Watan Sahi. Don't miss the chance to witness Watan Sahi's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Kalli Khadi'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more punjabi tracks in the music videos section of punjabi ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Watan

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reacted to the CJP protest, saying the fake narrative had been busted following a press conference by the three Election Commissioners. He said attempts were still being made to push the narrative but claimed they would not succeed.

Kyivs bridges have come under repeated Russian drone attacks, with the Northern Bridge over the Dnipro River hit on October 3 after multiple strikes targeted the Southern Bridge in the previous two days. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the Northern Bridges road surface and trolleybus power lines were damaged, forcing traffic to stop. The attacks are raising fresh concerns over disruptions to one of the Ukrainian capitals key transport arteries.

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah met CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke amid the ongoing CJP protests in Mumbai. Shah hugged Dipke and interacted with him during the meeting.

An old mans spontaneous rendition of Deva Shree Ganesha after seeing Bappa captured a heartfelt moment of devotion. His soulful singing drew attention as those around him joined in the emotional moment.