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UP Raises Anganwadi Workers' Honorarium to 12,000

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath highlights women's empowerment initiatives, including a hike in Anganwadi workers' honorarium from 3,000 to 12,000 and over 1.2 crore women linked to self-help groups.

18 Oct 2026 5:17 pm
Consistency Is Overrated in T20s: Pujara Backs Sanju Samson to Bounce Back

Cheteshwar Pujara backs Sanju Samson to regain form with one big innings, while questioning whether Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Samson can play together in New Zealand.

18 Oct 2026 4:58 pm
France: Over 1,800 arrested after looting, arson during protests

Rioters torched public buildings and looted shops across France, destroying Limoges' historic town hall. The violence erupted during nationwide cost-of-living protests.

18 Oct 2026 4:32 pm
India Bars Sugar-Based Ethanol in 2026-27 Tender, Cuts Incentive for Maize-Based Fuel

India excludes sugar-based ethanol from its 2026-27 procurement tender and cuts the maize ethanol price to 68.86 per litre to protect domestic sugar supplies.

18 Oct 2026 2:52 pm
Market Capitalisation of 9 of Top 10 Most Valued Firms Jumps by 3.65 Lakh Crore, TCS Leads Gains

The market capitalisation of nine of India's top 10 most valued firms rose by 3.65 lakh crore last week. TCS, Bharti Airtel and Infosys led the gains.

18 Oct 2026 1:25 pm
Truck hits devotees in Gwalior, kills at least 13

At least 13 people were killed and 40 others injured on Sunday morning in India's central city of Gwalior, authorities said, after an out-of-control truck hit a crowd of devotees.

18 Oct 2026 12:43 pm
Gujarat's Big Investment Push: Delegations to Visit 22 Countries, Roadshows in 8 Cities

Gujarat plans to send delegations to 22 countries and hold roadshows in eight Indian cities to attract global investment ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2027.

18 Oct 2026 11:57 am
Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: Police detain 12, CM vows strict action, HM Amit Shah visits victims

Authorities have detained several people over a deadly stampede in India's eastern city of Kolkata, after the state vowed strict action.

18 Oct 2026 11:44 am
Shreyas Iyer Says Better Bowling Could Have Changed Indias T20I Series Result Against West Indies

India captain Shreyas Iyer says better bowling in the second and fourth T20Is could have changed the series result against West Indies, which ended 2-2.

18 Oct 2026 11:20 am
France Protests Turn Violent: Looting, Buildings Torched and Over 1,000 Detained

Unrest broke out in parts of France as students, trade unionists and Yellow Vest activists took to the streets to protest high prices and inequality. Police arrested over 1,000 people amid chaotic scenes.

18 Oct 2026 10:27 am
19 killed, 25 injured in stampede at Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata

At least 19 people, most of them women and children, were killed and 25 others were injured in a stampede at the Durga Puja religious festival in North Kolkata that was likely caused by sudden rainfall.

18 Oct 2026 9:41 am
Islamic country Azerbaijan bans Hizab and Burqa for School Girls

On July 7, Azerbaijan amended its general education law, reinforcing the principle of secular education and requiring pupils and teachers to comply with dress codes. On September 21, the government adopted Resolution No. 309, tightening school ...

17 Oct 2026 6:21 pm
Deputy CM Harsh Sanghi becomes towering figure in Gujarat Politics

Amid the Bihar elections, the BJP made a major reshuffle in Gujarat politics, promoting young leader Harsh Sanghvi to the post of Deputy Chief Minister. This marked the return of the Deputy CM position to Gujarat after the tenures of Vijay Rupani ...

17 Oct 2026 5:50 pm
El Nino is a 'postcard from the future' and could cause 451,000 excess heat deaths

Peruvian fishermen gave El Nino its name he little boy or Christ Child after noticing unusually warm Pacific waters around Christmas that caused the fish they depended on to suddenly become scarce.

17 Oct 2026 5:00 pm
Digital command centre to detect water leaks launched in Delhi

Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Wednesday inaugurated an Intelligent Command and Control Centre (IC) and flagged off a dedicated Emergency Response Vehicle to strengthen water supply monitoring, minimise water loss and expedite repairs ...

17 Oct 2026 4:30 pm
2.5 Lakh Crore rupees on stake before IPO opening of Jio, Demand rises 8 fold

Investor activity has intensified even before the opening of the Jio Platforms IPO. While pre-booking for retail investors has begun on several brokerage platforms, reports from major business media outlets indicate that global and domestic ...

17 Oct 2026 3:50 pm
Under 'Visit My State Uttar Pradesh Villages being pinned on School Travel Map

Uttar Pradeshs rural tourism push is finding a new audience in school travellers, bringing village heritage into the way young people discover their state.

17 Oct 2026 1:20 pm
Indias ODI & Test squads for New Zealand tour announced

The Mens Selection Committee on Friday announced Indias ODI and Test squads for the upcoming tour of New Zealand.Jasprit Bumrah returns to the India Test squad for the New Zealand series, after having missed out on their last ICC World Test ...

17 Oct 2026 12:43 pm
Abhijeet Dipke's arrest turned into arrest by Delhi Police

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) Founder Abhijeet Dipke has been arrested, following his detention on Friday when he stepped out to participate in a rally he had called in New Delhi, media reports said.

17 Oct 2026 12:10 pm
Delhi Police Detain CJP Leader Abhijeet Dipke, AISA Chief Neha Bohra Ahead of Lehra Do Tiranga Protest

CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke and AISA chief Neha Bohra were detained by Delhi Police while heading to the Lehra Do Tiranga protest at Connaught Place.

16 Oct 2026 5:59 pm
India's young workers have a new colleague: AI

Artificial intelligence is changing the way Indian workplaces operate, raising questions about productivity, skills and entry-level jobs.

16 Oct 2026 5:36 pm
Analysts Turn Bullish on Jio IPO, See 15-20% Listing Upside

Jio IPO gets a Subscribe rating from Emkay Research and Swastika Investmart. Analysts see 15-20% listing gain potential, attractive valuations and future growth opportunities.

16 Oct 2026 2:54 pm
Good News for GSRTC Employees! CM Bhupendra Patel Approves 2% DA Hike

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel approves a 2% Dearness Allowance hike for eligible GSRTC employees, raising DA from 58% to 60%, with arrears payment also announced.

16 Oct 2026 1:05 pm
Smriti Mandhana Era Begins! Can India Fix Their T20 Woes Against Zimbabwe?

India take on Zimbabwe in a three-match T20 series as new captain Smriti Mandhana looks to improve the team's batting, bowling and fielding ahead of major challenges.

16 Oct 2026 12:37 pm
Jailer 2 Movie Review: Rajinikanths Swag Steals the Show, but a Weak Story Holds It Back

Jailer 2 movie review: Rajinikanth impresses with his trademark swag, while Anirudhs background score and dark comedy entertain. Read the verdict, cast details and rating.

16 Oct 2026 11:41 am
Rajnath Singh Accuses Congress, Allies of Seeking Bangladesh-Like Regime Change

Rajnath Singh accuses Congress and its allies of seeking Bangladesh-like regime change amid Delhi protests over SIR electoral roll revision and demands for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.

16 Oct 2026 11:26 am
Starlink: How Elon Musk's company influences geopolitics

Designed to bring internet access to remote regions, Elon Musk's Starlink has become vital in crisis regions and war zones. But Ukraine also shows the risks of depending on the service.

16 Oct 2026 11:14 am
Uttarakhand Police spilled the beans on 88 days long Investigation of Ankita Bhandari case

Additional Director General of Police (Crime and Law & Order), Uttarakhand, Dr. V. Murugesan, briefed the media on the investigation and judicial proceedings in the Ankita Bhandari murder case at a press conference held at Police Headquarters, ...

15 Oct 2026 6:31 pm
Tata Motors inks deal with Stellantis NV for Global Expansion

Auto major Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) and its electric vehicle subsidiary company, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited (TPEM), have officially announced the signing of a deal with Stellantis NV, to expand their existing partnership ...

15 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
UP Farmers to get compensation of crop damaged due to heavy rainfall

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to take swift action to provide relief to people affected by heavy rainfall in Uttar Pradesh.He has instructed them to complete the assessment of loss of human lives, livestock and crops caused ...

15 Oct 2026 3:45 pm
Actor Imran Khan issued ultimatum to leave India by 28th October

Bollywood actor Imran Khan has been issued a notice by the Mumbai Police, asking him to leave the country over his participation in a protest against India's top poll official last week, reports said Thursday.

15 Oct 2026 3:05 pm
Captain's knock of Shai Hope & Keemo Paul's Fifer level the series for windies

Captain Shai Hopes unbeaten century and Keemo Pauls five-wicket haul powered West Indies to a 24-run victory over India in the fourth T20 International here on Wednesday, bringing the five-match series level at 2-2.

15 Oct 2026 1:34 pm
Small industries in Gujarat will now receive government assistance with a single click

The state government has taken a significant decision to simplify the process of obtaining financial assistance for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Gujarat. Previously, entrepreneurs had to go through several complex procedures to ...

15 Oct 2026 1:06 pm
Dhami Governments Sensitivity and Firm Action in the Ankita Bhandari Case: Steps Taken at Every Stage in the Pursuit of Justice

From swift arrests and an SIT investigation to effective prosecution, financial assistance and employment for the victims family, the government has fulfilled its responsibilities through decisive action and sensitivity.

15 Oct 2026 12:30 pm
Reliance Jio Platforms IPO bidding to open from 21st October

Reliance Industries formally informed the stock exchange that its digital services unit Jio Platforms has filed its Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) for its initial public offering (IPO), marking an opening for the public issue for subscription on ...

15 Oct 2026 11:46 am
How to Manage Futures and Options Positions Through an Online Trading Account?

Learn how to manage futures and options positions through an online trading account, track margins and P&L, set exit orders, and handle expiry and settlement.

14 Oct 2026 5:52 pm
OpenAI says Saudi employee caught planting listening device

A Saudi national employed by the artificial intelligence lab has been arrested after a listening device was planted in a company conference room.

14 Oct 2026 5:44 pm
Indias Biggest-Ever IPO? Investors Eye Reliance Jio Platforms as GMP Rises

Reliance Jio Platforms proposed 30,200 crore IPO could become Indias biggest. Check the reported GMP, expected price band, use of funds and expert views.

14 Oct 2026 5:22 pm
Air India Frankfurt-Delhi flight diverted after bomb threat

An Air India Aircraft flying from Frankfurt to Delhi was diverted to the Indian city of Jaipur on Wednesday, following a bomb threat, news agency Press Trust of India reported.

14 Oct 2026 4:56 pm
Unused mini fans, vapes and smartwatches: A critical mineral gold mine

Sales of fast tech like mini fans and disposable e-vapes, as well as wearable health tech such as heart monitors and smartwatches are soaring. They're creating a new e-waste problem but are full of hidden treasure.

14 Oct 2026 4:40 pm
Inside Story of Rahul Gandhis High-Tea Meeting: Who Is With Whom, and Who Is Against Whom in the Opposition?

Rahul Gandhis high-tea meeting raises questions over Congress, CJP and AAP ties, Neha Boras prominence, and the INDIA blocs internal leadership battle.

14 Oct 2026 3:30 pm
Robot Touches Teen Girl, Makes Sexual Gestures in Germany; Police Launch Investigation

German police are investigating an alleged sexual harassment incident involving a robot in Cologne. Two young men are suspects, and the robot and their phones have been seized.

14 Oct 2026 2:44 pm
Ahmedabad: 158 Refugees Get Indian Citizenship, Harsh Sanghavi Distributes Certificates

A total of 158 refugees received Indian citizenship certificates in Ahmedabad. Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi said they can now carry Indian passports with pride.

14 Oct 2026 1:37 pm
Boat capsizes in Bihar, killing 13 children

A boat capsized in the river Ganges in the eastern state of Bihar, drowning at least 13 people, authorities said on Wednesday.

14 Oct 2026 1:29 pm
Jantar Mantar: What to know about Delhi's delisted protest site?

Jantar Mantar, in central Delhi, is an 18th century open-air astronomical observatory. For over three decades, a stretch of road leading up to it was where Indians came to be heard, press their demands and hold those in power accountable. That was ...

14 Oct 2026 1:25 pm
'Without My Knowledge or Permission': Shikhar Dhawan Rejects World T20 Continent Cup Participation, Threatens Legal Action Over Unauthorised listing

Shikhar Dhawan denies authorising his inclusion in the World T20 Continent Cup and threatens legal action. Organisers confirm he will not play for Asia Warriors.

14 Oct 2026 12:20 pm
Trumps diesel deal with Russia and what it means for Ukraine

Donald Trump plans to allow the purchase of Russian diesel, drawing criticism at home and abroad. What is behind the US presidents decision and what should Ukraine do next?

14 Oct 2026 10:59 am
Declare an Emergency: Abhijeet Dipke's Sharp Message to PM Modi After CJP Leaders Sent to Tihar Jail

CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have been sent to five-day judicial custody and lodged in Tihar Jail over alleged peace bond violations and trespassing at Jantar Mantar.

14 Oct 2026 10:45 am
India: Can 'cockroaches' threaten Modi's political grip?

Thousands detained, leaders arrested on arrival, and a capital under lockdown: The youth-led protests against the election chief have the attention of the Indian government. But experts say toppling it is another matter.

14 Oct 2026 10:18 am
Why Did S Jaishankar Warn of a 4F Crisis? How Indira Gandhi Tackled a Similar Crisis in 1966

Why did S Jaishankar warn of a 4F crisis? Discover how India tackled food shortages in 1966 and lessons from Indira Gandhi's push for self-reliance.

13 Oct 2026 6:08 pm