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France confirms first human infection of Shamonda livestock virus

The Shamonda virus has been detected in a human for the first time, French health officials said. Authorities see no risk to the public, adding that the victim, who died in early October, was severely immunocompromised.

23 Oct 2026 5:59 pm
Digital Initiative Connecting Skills to Employment: UP to Launch Blue DotsAI Across All 18 Divisions

UP Skill Development Mission expands 'Blue DotsAI' to all 18 divisions. The AI-driven platform connects skilled youth with local MSME and manufacturing jobs.

23 Oct 2026 4:48 pm
Woman Dies on 10th Day After Keeping Kalash on Her Chest for 9 Days of Navratri

A 35-year-old woman in Supaul, Bihar, passed away a day after completing a 9-day Navratri ritual with a kalash on her chest.

23 Oct 2026 4:31 pm
Major Administrative Reshuffle in Gujarat: 22 Deputy Collectors Transferred with Immediate Effect

In a major administrative reshuffle, the Gujarat government has transferred 22 Deputy Collectors as Deputy District Election Officers ahead of elections.

23 Oct 2026 4:18 pm
ITBP chief says face-offs between Indian and Chinese troops continuing along Arunachal border, Congress attacks PM Modi

India's China border police chief, Shatrujeet Singh Kapur, said on Thursday that face-offs between Indian and Chinese troops are continuing at multiple locations along the border in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, despite ongoing talks ...

23 Oct 2026 3:07 pm
Thousands of Indian Umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia

Indian pilgrims have been caught up in flight disruptions in Saudi Arabia amid escalating Houthi attacks. The government says it is working to arrange their return.

23 Oct 2026 2:59 pm
Embarrassing name? How we live with names we don't like

Names are central to our identity, so what happens when that name is a source of ridicule? Research points to negative life outcomes, but some people learn to embrace unfortunate names.

23 Oct 2026 1:27 pm
Injury Blow for India: Ishan Kishan Ruled Out of 2nd T20I Against New Zealand

Ishan Kishan is ruled out of India's 2nd T20I against New Zealand due to an adductor strain.

23 Oct 2026 12:49 pm
Why Companies Should Review How Employees Use Health Insurance, Not Just What It Costs

Companies should review how employees use health insurance because claims data shows whether the plan works and what the next premium will be. The premium shows only what you paid, while usage shows what your employees received for it.

23 Oct 2026 11:59 am
One Company, Many Cities: How Distributed Workforces are Changing Employee Health Coverage

Distributed teams change employee health coverage by moving the focus from one city office to the many cities where staff live. One policy can cover employees in all those cities, but you need to check how well it works in each location.

23 Oct 2026 11:42 am
Code Red on the Web: How a Massive PHP Flaw Forces Governments Offline

Severe PHP security flaws and weak eMudhra certificates have forced governments to pull portals offline. Learn what happened and how to patch your site immediately. (160 characters)

23 Oct 2026 10:59 am
Tibet earthquake kills at least 16 people, injures dozens: state media

A powerful magnitude 7 earthquake has struck Tibet in southwestern China, official media reported. Chinese state TV said it's the strongest quake to hit the remote Himalayan region in five years.

23 Oct 2026 10:16 am
From Salman Khan to Ranbir Kapoor: Tiger Shroff Shooting Suspects Surveyed Homes of Other Bollywood Stars; Arrests Rise to 10

Authorities investigating last week's shooting at actor Tiger Shroff's car said the alleged shooters had conducted reconnaissance at the homes of Bollywood stars Salman Khan, Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor before targeting Shroff, who they believed ...

22 Oct 2026 2:59 pm
Google, Mozilla, Apple block certificates by Indian company over security flaw

Bengaluru-based digital identity and cybersecurity company eMudhra has revoked eight intermediate certificates after their private keys were found to be weak, prompting Google, Mozilla, Apple and Microsoft to block the affected certificates.

22 Oct 2026 2:43 pm
Asian Para Games 2026: Indian Para Swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh Deported Over Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Indian para swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh was reportedly deported from Japan following allegations of sexual misconduct at the Asian Para Games 2026.

22 Oct 2026 1:20 pm
CJP leaders Sourav Das, Ashutosh Ranka freed from Tihar Jail after undertaking not to call for protests at Jantar Mantar

The two Cockroach Janta Party leaders were released after pledging not to call for protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar amid demonstrations demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.

22 Oct 2026 12:12 pm
Meta ordered to pay $25 billion in Cambridge Analytica data-privacy case

A New Mexico judge ordered Facebook's parent company, Meta, to pay $25 billion for misleading users over the Cambridge Analytica breach, which took place during Donald Trump's first presidential campaign.

22 Oct 2026 11:36 am
When Someone in Power Becomes Afraid: Priyanka Gandhi's Jibe at Govt As Protest Photos Removed From Son Raihan Vadra's Exhibition

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra takes a veiled swipe at the government after her son Raihan Vadra alleges that 74 protest photographs were removed from his exhibition at Bikaner House.

22 Oct 2026 11:27 am
Mukesh Ambani Hosts US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Jamnagar Refinery

Reliance Industries CMD Mukesh Ambani and Anant Ambani welcome US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ambassador Sergio Gor to Jamnagar for discussions on energy, technology and commercial partnerships.

22 Oct 2026 10:30 am
From Tackling Maoism to Fighting Drugs: PM Modi's Special Birthday Message for Amit Shah

PM Narendra Modi wishes Amit Shah on his 62nd birthday, praising his role in strengthening internal security, tackling Maoism and fighting the drug menace.

22 Oct 2026 10:09 am
'Unacceptable, Stupid Comments': Macron Slams Trump as France Imposes Curfew in Parts of Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron railed against stupid comments made by foreign leaders for their political purposes. Plus, Paris police are set to extend restrictions on gatherings in parts of the city on Thursday.

22 Oct 2026 9:29 am
Delhi High Court questions CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka's plea

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday questioned the pleas filed by Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka challenging proceedings over alleged breaches of bonds to maintain peace.

21 Oct 2026 6:14 pm
From Delhi to Paris: Why Is Gen Z Taking to the Streets? Global Pattern or Conspiracy?

From Delhi to Paris, Gen Z protests raise questions about inflation, housing costs, unemployment and political accountability. Is it a global trend or a conspiracy?

21 Oct 2026 6:07 pm
Anupam Kher Backs Daler Mehndi: Was It Necessary to Humiliate Him on Stage?

Anupam Kher backs Daler Mehndi after his performance in Uttarakhand was interrupted by minister Subodh Uniyal over allegations of intoxication.

21 Oct 2026 4:28 pm
UN experts warn of 'excessive' force against protesters in India

United Nations experts on Tuesday called for an independent investigation into Indian authorities' crackdown on protesters, saying demonstrators sustained injuries and some reported being subjected to ill-treatment.

21 Oct 2026 3:25 pm
Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after car attack

Doctors have amputated both of Helen Haines legs after the Australian lawmaker was hit in an apparent deliberate attack. The suspected driver involved in the attack has appeared in court.

21 Oct 2026 2:10 pm
Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Play Against New Zealand? Santner Has a Plan Ready

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner says his team has plans for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi if he plays in the five-match T20I series against India. Read his comments and latest updates.

21 Oct 2026 1:47 pm
Jio IPO Opens with a Bang: 100% Subscribed in Just 100 Minutes

Jio Platforms' 30,213-crore IPO was fully subscribed within 100 minutes of opening, driven by strong institutional demand. The issue closes on October 23.

21 Oct 2026 1:16 pm
Gujarat Cabinet Meeting in Gandhinagar: Power, Water and PM Modis Visit Under Focus

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel will chair a cabinet meeting in Gandhinagar to review the power crisis, rainfall deficit, farmers needs, PM Modis visit and Diwali preparations.

21 Oct 2026 12:59 pm
Harmanpreet Kaur Fights Back Tears After Stunning 91, Says There Is No Pressure Anymore

Harmanpreet Kaur smashed an unbeaten 91 off 41 balls against Zimbabwe, ending her lean patch. The former India captain revealed she practised five hours daily in the nets.

21 Oct 2026 12:44 pm
Salman Khan, Not Tiger Shroff, Was the Original Target! Shooters Had Conducted Recce of Actors Home, Dropped Plan Due to THIS Reason

Media reports claim Salman Khan was the intended target in the Tiger Shroff firing case. Seven accused have been brought to Mumbai as police investigate.

21 Oct 2026 12:03 pm
Sudan drone strike kills around 150 in Abyei market

A drone strike hit a market in the Abyei border region disputed by Sudan and South Sudan and killed dozens. The drone caused a large fire when it hit a fuel depot. South Sudanese officials blamed Sudan's military.

21 Oct 2026 11:22 am
India-US Trade Deal Will Be Much Different from Earlier Pacts: Trump

US President Donald Trump says India and the US are close to a trade deal, which he says will be different from previous agreements amid ongoing negotiations.

21 Oct 2026 10:45 am
Tiger Shroff Firing Case: 3 Key Accused Brought to Mumbai from Kota; 4 More, Including 2 Women, Arrested

Three key accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case have been brought to Mumbai from Kota. Police are investigating suspected gang links and the attack in Juhu.

21 Oct 2026 9:20 am
When Is Diwali? Check Lakshmi Puja Muhurat and Auspicious Timings

Diwali 2026 will be celebrated on November 8. Check Lakshmi Puja muhurat, Amavasya Tithi, auspicious Choghadiya timings and the five-day festival calendar.

20 Oct 2026 5:26 pm
Siemens warns on AI eliminating entry-level jobs

Young people could lack essential capabilities if routine tasks are taken over by AI, industrial giant Siemens says. This comes Germany agrees to deepen cooperation on AI with US tech giant Nvidia.

20 Oct 2026 4:22 pm
'No justification for terrorism,' says Rajnath Singh at SCO

Speaking at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting in Tajikistan, India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said there can be no justification for terrorism and no double standards in combating it.

20 Oct 2026 4:19 pm
CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka's custody extended, case transferred to crime branch

The Delhi Police transferred the case of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka to the Crime Branch for further investigation.

20 Oct 2026 4:07 pm
Brutal, revolutionary empire builder: Genghis Khan's legacy

Berlin is host to a major exhibition on the founder of the Mongol Empire and his successors. Here's how Genghis Khan disrupted the course of history.

20 Oct 2026 3:20 pm
Shafali Verma Reprimanded by ICC After Throwing Ball in Frustration Against Zimbabwe

India vice-captain Shafali Verma receives an official ICC reprimand and one demerit point for throwing the ball in frustration after dropping a catch against Zimbabwe.

20 Oct 2026 2:53 pm
Japanese spacecraft begins journey to Mars moon Phobos

The MMX spacecraft is on its way to Mars' moon Phobos to collect surface samples that could help answer long-standing questions about the formation of the Solar System.

20 Oct 2026 1:25 pm
Mohan Bhagwat Cites Bangladesh, Nepal Upheavals, Says Regime Change Rarely Solves Problems

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat warns that protests can be misused for political gains and deepen social divisions. He also calls for OTT content regulation and action against drug addiction.

20 Oct 2026 11:50 am
Dussehra 2026: Aparajita Puja Muhurat, Vehicle Buying Timings, Shastra Puja and Ravan Dahan Timings & Rituals

Vijayadashami 2026 falls on October 20. Check Dussehra puja muhurat, Aparajita Devi Puja, Shastra Puja, vehicle-buying timings and Ravan Dahan rituals.

20 Oct 2026 11:33 am
Yash Urges Fans to Watch 'Ramayana' With an Open Mind, Says Don't Focus on Minor VFX Flaws

Yash asks fans not to focus on minor VFX flaws in Ramayana, urging audiences to support Namit Malhotra's vision of taking Indian cinema global.

20 Oct 2026 10:58 am
Kenya: Cult leader found guilty of ordering followers to starve their children to death in the hope of meeting Jesus

Preacher Paul Mackenzie was accused of encouraging his followers to starve themselves to death. He ran a Christian doomsday cult called the Good News International Church that claimed the end of the world was imminent.

20 Oct 2026 10:32 am
Tiger Shroff Firing Case: CCTV Captures Suspects Rushing to Board Train at Surat Station

CCTV footage shows suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case rushing to board a Pune-Jaipur Express at Surat station before their arrest at Kota.

20 Oct 2026 10:17 am
Dussehra 2026: Buy These 10 Auspicious Things on Vijayadashami to Invite Happiness and Prosperity

Dussehra 2026: Discover 10 auspicious things to buy on Vijayadashami, including a Shami plant, Shri Yantra, silver elephant and puja items for prosperity.

19 Oct 2026 5:44 pm
Term Insurance Plan Checklist: 7 Details to Verify Before You Buy

Buying a term insurance plan? Check these 7 key details, including death cover, policy term, premiums, exclusions, nominees, riders and the free-look period.

19 Oct 2026 5:07 pm
Emmanuel Macron slams 'failures' over protest unrest in France but refuses his interior minister's resignation

France's president has refused the resignation of his interior minister, who says police lost control during nationwide protests that turned violent over the weekend.

19 Oct 2026 4:27 pm
Street Fighter Movie: Iconic Gaming Legacy, Ryu-Ken Brotherhood, Martial Arts Action and Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim

Street Fighter Movie Review : Some movies are not just about following a story; they transport you into a world that keeps you invested until the very end. Street Fighter was one such experience for me. With high-energy action, larger-than-life ...

19 Oct 2026 4:08 pm