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Afghanistan Coach Richard Pybus Sees Potential in Mohammad Nabi for Short Formats

Afghanistans coach Richard Pybus believes Mohammad Nabi still has much to offer in T20 cricket, despite recent setbacks. Afghanistan Coach Richar

Tiger Spotted in East Godavari, Triggers Panic

Officials detected the movement of tiger through a GPS tracker installed in the quarry area behind the Nirmalagiri Merimata temple in Gouripatnam

Special Voter Enrolment Drive to be Conducted Across Keralam: CEO

For this, digital help desks will be set up at the village offices from October 15 to October 31, he said

CJP Holds People's Tribunal on SIR in Bengaluru

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, and actor-activist Prakash Raj will also participate in the event to be held at Freedom Park

Slap row: Delhi HC seeks Parvesh Verma, police response on plea for independent probe

Forceful Closures Will Meet Criminal Action, Warns Bhubaneswar DCP

As the India Blocs 12-hour statewide bandh takes effect, the Commissionerate Police have stepped up security measures across the capital city, is

India targets 1 billion 5G users by 2030, up from 550 mn now: Scindia

Speaking at the inauguration of the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, Scindia said 5G in India has become the fastest-adopted

Four Bengal workers, detained on Bangladeshi suspicion, released from Chhattisgarh

We were so surprised. It happened suddenly when we lost our hope. The higher authority ordered them to release us immediately. The Police also wr

Carrie series review: Mike Flanagan finds humanity in horror

More teen drama than Gothic horror, Mike Flanagans adaptation of the Stephen King classic is engaging and propulsive, even if its conspiracy subp

Andhra Pradesh declares early kharif drought in 388 mandals across 21 districts

The State cites a 53.4% rainfall deficit between June and August and El Nio conditions; 283 mandals are classified as severely drought-affected

Anthropic introduces Claude Haiku 5.5 in competition to cheaper, open source models

Anthropic announced that the new Claude Haiku 5.5 was available at a much lower price than Haiku 4.5

Doctor says 45 minutes of CPR could not revive Nana Patekar; state funeral announced

Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 on Thursday, October 8, after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa.

Indian equity markets open flat; IT, financial shares drag

The Nifty opened at 22,599.05, down 4 points or 0.02 per cent, while the Sensex started at 72,668, up 29.30 points or 0.04 per cent.

Tributes Pour In for Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Following His Passing

Veteran actor Nana Patekar has passed away at 75, prompting heartfelt tributes from political leaders and fans alike. Tributes Pour In for Vetera

Swift Action Saves Lives: Odisha Fire Services Handle Dozens of Emergencies in 24 Hours

Showcasing round-the-clock vigilance, the Odisha Fire & Emergency Services successfully managed a series of critical operations over the past 24

At least two fresh FIRs against Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi over alleged assault on cops, police vehicle vandalism

Cases follow FIRs over Tuesdays protest, with Congress leaders also booked over alleged forcible entry into Akashvani Bhavan; another protest pla

Texas Puts Man To Death In US' 1st Execution Since Christa Pike Case

Jamaal Howard, 46, was pronounced dead at 8:03 pm after receiving a fatal dose of pentobarbital at the state prison in Huntsville.

Kharge To Host Second INDIA Bloc Lunch, Anti-CEC Protest Likely

Opposition leaders may stage protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Disputed, abandoned properties targeted using forged documents, two held in Malkajgiri

The network targeted the properties whose owners or legal heirs could be impersonated

Paras Defence says it signed deal with US-based Powerus, linked to Trump family, to build Guardian-1 drone interceptor three months before Pakistan pact

Indian firm Paras Defence has said in a statement that the deal with Powerus was done three months before the it signed an agreement with Pakista

Centre rejects Elon Musk

New Delhi:SpaceX founder Elon Musk has accused certain oligarchs of blocking the launch of his satellite internet service Starlink in India to pr

Cristiano Ronaldo posts heartfelt farewell message for Lionel Messi after latter's international retirement

Legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi has retired from international football . One of the greatest players to grace the pitch, Messi recen

Andhra Pradesh Readies Rs 2,405 Crore Blueprint To Modernise Godavari Delta Irrigation Network

North Korea Rejects South Koreas Medical Aid Offer as Insulting

North Korea dismisses South Koreas medical aid proposal, calling it an insult and a political provocation amid rising tensions. North Korea Rejec

TN Eases Domicile Norms For Gold Ring Initiative For Newborn Babies

TheTN Govt modified the eligibility criteria for its flagship Thaimaaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam scheme to cover children born to mothers who rel

Rahul Gandhi has 'anarchist' mindset: Nitin Nabin

BJP will always oppose attempts to settle people in India with a foreign mindset, the partys national president said

Starlink: How To Think About Musk's Oligarch Charge

Self-styled tantric Shrawan Mahto arrested after video of him swinging small children as part of ritual goes viral

The video showed the tantrik performing a bizzare ritual on toddlers in the presence of their parents, in the name of curing them.

SC Directs Centre To Form Panel On Unethical Pharma Marketing

Panel To Recommend Measures To Regulate Unethical Practices By Drug Firms

Madurantakam Counting Centre Under 3-Tier Security: Collector

The Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), which were taken to the Integrated Social Development Training Centre at Aathur, were sealed in front of t

EU sends envoy to Beijing as rising exports from China raise economic anxiety

Politicians and economists across the 27-nation bloc consider China's massive subsidies and exports a major threat to core industrial sectors

SC adjourns hearing on Punjab govt's plea against HC order for CBI probe into corruption charges

The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing regarding the Punjab government's appeal concerning a high court ruling. This ruling directs the Cent

Delhi Customs Destroys 165 Kg Narcotics Worth Rs 515 Crore

Consignment included 140 kg hydroponic weed and 25 kg cocaine seized at IGI Airport

NTRUHS invites Andhra Governor to its Ruby Jubilee celebrations on October 26

Vice-Chancellor P. Chandrasekhar and other officials brief S. Abdul Nazeer on the universitys 40-year journey; the Governor agrees to attend

7,000 TGSRTC buses to run during Dasara in Telangana

Hyderabad: Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) will operate 7,000 special buses to clear the rush during Dasara vacation in the s

ITC shares slide 4% to near 52-week low after 9,437-crore block deal

As many as 36.66 crore ITC shares traded in block deal window at an average price of 257 per share

President and Vice President Express Grief Over Nana Patekars Passing, Call It a Major Loss for Indian Cinema

President Murmu and Vice President Radhakrishnan mourn the loss of actor Nana Patekar, highlighting his impact on Indian cinema and society. Pres

Vaibhav's return? India face Samson selection dilemma

India's team management is considering pairing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with Abhishek Sharma for the second T20I against West Indies due to Sanju Sam

Italy Parliament votes on electoral law in key test for Meloni

The proposal would introduce a fully proportional system that guarantees a parliamentary majority to any alliance winning more than 42% of the vo

India, 13 nations call for global action to curb excess industrial capacity

India and 13 other countries have called for coordinated global action to curb excess industrial production that distorts markets, hurts domestic

The people this years Nobel Prizes left out

The number of winners every year should not be confused with the number of people it takes to do excellent science

GST Council meet starts with focus on ease of doing business, ITC overhaul and decriminalisation on agenda

The 57th GST Council meeting is set to consider major GST 2.0 reforms, including wider input tax credit eligibility, protection for genuine buyer

Trump says 'we don't think' Russian plague is bioweapon

Russia warned earlier against false information as reports emerged of a second suspected case. The U.S. and UN have urged Russia to be more trans

2 Persons Electrocuted in Rajamahendravaram

While shifting an iron stand to install CCTV cameras, they came in contact with live electric wires: Police

Chennai Corporation Installs High-Capacity Pumps at 45 Flood-Prone Areas

The Corporation has allocated Rs 100 crore for desilting drains, removing water hyacinth from water bodies, road maintenance, preparing relief ca

Woman social media influencer in Keralam booked for allegedly sexually harassing minor boy

Police officials said a detailed probe is underway into the complaint, and the boys statement has been recorded

Act on Long-Pending Civic Issues Before Monsoon, Adyar Residents Tell Minister

Residents and traders in Besant Nagar, Thideer Nagar and Thiruvanmiyur flagged issues which are continuing despite repeated complaints to the off

'Not bragging': Trump makes fresh pitch for Nobel Peace Prize, citing '8 settled wars'

DGP asks police to use drones and step up intelligence in Godavari villages ahead of local body polls

Harish Kumar Gupta tells SPs of four districts to keep sensitive villages under watch and rope in NCC and NSS volunteers

Iran will never have a nuclear weapon: Rubio draws red line for Tehran

BJP turns heat on Rahul Gandhi over 'clash' with female Delhi cop

BJP leaders escalated attacks on Rahul Gandhi following his protests against the Election Commission. C R Kesavan accused Gandhi of inappropriate

India calls out Pak at UN over terror support, cites 9/11, 26/11 attacks

Exposing Pakistan's doublespeak on terrorism at the UN, India has called out Islamabad's efforts to gloss over its state support for terror by an

How To Prepare For The Ashoka Aptitude Assessment

Preparation for an entrance test demands more than merely revising old topics. It involves understanding the kind of thinking that the entrance t

Tragic Incident in Noida: Man Jumps into Drain After Argument with Wife, Body Recovered After Eight Hours

A man in Noida jumped into a drain after a dispute with his wife. His body was recovered after an extensive eight-hour search operation. Tragic I

Households turn wary on prices as consumer confidence slips: RBI surveys

The RBI's latest surveys show a widening gap between household price concerns and economic confidence, even as spending intentions remain resilie

Blog: Opinion | How Prepared Is Mumbai To Prevent An October 7-Like Israel Terror Attack?

Most of the measures taken in the name of security after 26/11 have sadly been an eyewash.

Local body polls: YSRCP urges SEC to call all-party meeting before notification

The party cites delays in issuing caste certificates to candidates, seeks Central forces for the polls and wants ward-wise rolls prepared only af

At UN, India slams Pakistan over terror support: 'World hasn't forgotten 26/11, Pahalgam'

India has once again targeted Pakistan for its continued support to terror, underling the world has not for forgotten the 2008 Mumbai terror atta

Rahul Gandhi briefly detained as India

NEW DELHI, October 8, 2026 (AP) Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was briefly detained by police Wednesday during a protest against the coun

FIR Against Rahul, Priyanka for 'Assaulting' Police Personnel

Police said a total of 91 people were detained during the protest, including multiple MPs and leaders

Nana Patekar death: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, Jr NTR and others pay tribute to veteran actor

Nana Patekar passed away at his Goa residence during the early hours of Thursday (October 8, 2026) after suffering from cardiac arrest

Three killed as man drives tractor into crowd in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor

The injured were taken to a community health centre, where Baburam and Udayveer died. Mahendra succumbed to his injuries at a private hospital, s

ONGC, NTPC, BDL, BEL, IOC among 13 CPSE stocks to hit 52-week lows on Thurs

Power Grid, NMDC, IREDA, IRFC, RCF, RVNL, SJVN and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders hit 52-week lows on the BSE in Thursday's intraday deals.

IMD Update: Thunderstorms likely in coastal AP, Rayalaseema, Karnataka for a week

South Peninsula turns stormy and rainy as easterly flow gathers pace across Bay of Bengal, signalling seasonal transition from south-west monsoon

India Surpasses 5.5 Million 5G Base Stations, PM Modi Highlights Mobile Governance

PM Modi inaugurates India Mobile Congress 2026, emphasizing 5G expansion and mobile connectivitys role in governance. India Surpasses 5.5 Million

Gold price rises 586 on buying at lower levels; silver gains 245

Comex gold futures were trading $16.50 higher at $4,157.20 an ounce, while silver futures rose $0.08 to $60.37 after opening at $60.19

India, Ghana Shared Global South Partners, Says Jaishankar

Jaishankar highlights similarities in health, food security, digital and development programmes

175 years of history: The enduring legacy of Chennais Government College of Fine Arts

From its 19th-century origins as the Madras School of Arts to Devi Prasad Roy Choudhurys formal curriculum and KCS Panikers modernist influence,

'Left lasting imprint': PM Modi visits LK Advani on completing 25 years as head of govt

SC moves to curb pharma firms unethical marketing

Rahul Gandhi has 'anarchist' mindset: BJP president

PM Modi Honors Nana Patekar at India Mobile Congress 2026

At the India Mobile Congress 2026, PM Modi pays tribute to actor Nana Patekar and highlights advancements in 5G technology. PM Modi Honors Nana P

'Pak's Frankenstein Monster Of Terrorism Returned To Haunt It': India At UN

Raghoo Puri, a first secretary in India's UN mission was delivering India's right of reply in response to an unprovoked tirade launched by Pakist

IAF Operational Capabilities Growing In Right Direction, Force Ready For Challenges: Air Chief

Air Chief Marshal A P Singh says IAF has evolved into a capable, network-centric and multi-domain force

Women account for 25% of Indias capital market participation: SEBI chief

The regulator is encouraging broader participation through incentives, investor awareness initiatives and stronger communication on risks across

Sharmila invites T.N. Chief Minister Vijay to daughters wedding

Flaws In Poll Body App ECINET Were Flagged To Cybersecurity Body Months Before Row

ECINET was launched as a unified platform to bring together more than 40 election-related applications and services.

FIR against MLA for creating false death certificates of voters in Vijayapura

The complainant alleged that the MLA and Booth Level Agent of Vijayapura Assembly constituency had falsely claimed that he had died, and that his

Amazon Layoffs: Fresh Job Cuts Hit India Amid 'Great Indian Festival' Sale

Amazon Job Cuts: The teams linked to customer service, selling partner services and marketplace support have been affected in India, US, and the

Hinduism Inclusive, Abrahamic Religions Inherently Exclusive: Madras High Court Upholds Denial Of FCRA Registration To Zen Trust

IND vs WI: Samson-Sooryavanshi dilemma resurfaces

At least two fresh FIRs against Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi over alleged assault on cops, police vehicle vandalism

Cases follow FIRs over Tuesdays protest, with Congress leaders also booked over alleged forcible entry into Akashvani Bhavan; another protest pla

CM Revanth Reddy Condoles Veteran Actor Nana Patekar's Demise

The Chief Minister said he was deeply saddened by the passing of veteran actor Nana Patekar ji.His powerful performances and immense contribution

India joins 14 economies to push global action on excess industrial capacity

India joins 14 economies to push global action on excess industrial capacity

Beyond board exams: Indias quiet international Olympiad revolution

Most IITs offer direct admission to BTech. to top performers without requiring JEE. IIITs, IISERs and ISI give preference and dedicated seat allo

HDFC Bank shares dip, falls 4% in October so far

HDFC Bank shares remained under pressure amid higher rates, with the stock witnessing active trading and extending its recent decline on Thursday

Modi highlights biggest citizen dividend of tech

Andhra plans Japan-style industrial clusters to link MSMEs to global supply chains, says T.G. Bharath

The State has built a pipeline of 714 projects worth 22.6 lakh crore, with a potential to create 19.3 lakh jobs, says Industries and Commerce Min

India targets 1 bn 5G users by 2030, aims to lead world in 6G: Scindia

India aims to double its 5G user base from 550 million to one billion by 2030, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Thursday, add

Amid Protests, Security Bolstered At Gyanesh Kumar's Home, Office: Sources

The street protests have intensified with the Congress and Opposition INDIA bloc refusing to back down on Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over allege