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The Anatomy of Mobocracy: Dissecting State Patronage and the Normalization of Violence in Contemporary India

the post-2014 cow-protection movement was systematically weaponized to target religious minorities, predominantly Muslims, and marginalized Dalit

Clinging on: On Netanyahu and the Israel elections

Netanyahus continuance will be bad news for Israel and the region

UK parliamentary group to raise persecution of Hindus in Pakistan with UK govt

CM to release book co-authored by late B. Madhusoodana Kurup

NTKs Saattai Duraimurugan moves Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail

An FIR had been registered against him for his alleged derogatory YouTube video against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and Minister Aadhav Arjuna

Chief Minister Inspects Highway Repair Works in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhands Chief Minister reviewed highway repairs and cleanliness initiatives during his visit, emphasizing the importance of safe travel for

Disinvestment as key economic strategy

Given the fact that privatisation of several PSEs is a long journey, calibrated disinvestment could serve as an interim measure

Pharmaceuticals Department completes 14,700 cleanliness drives, earns

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Green financing in India rises to $82 billion, but flows mostly to established sectors: Report

The Landscape of Green Finance in India, now in its fourth edition, maps actual finance flows or disbursements across sources, instruments, secto

GSLV-F18 Launch Countdown Begins Tonight

The 24-hour countdown would begin at 11.51pm Thursday, ahead of the planned lift-off at 11.51pm Friday from the Second Launch Pad.

Heat-related deaths up 36% since Paris Agreement: Lancet

The report, which was released on Wednesday, said the annual average heat-related deaths rose by nearly 36% globally after the Paris Agreement wa

20 units of illegally mined sand near Ambur seized

Officials said that the revenue earned in the public auction will go to the State exchequer

Israel election produces no clear winner as Netanyahu falls short and Arab parties emerge as possible kingmakers

Israel's president expressed hope for avoiding another election following the recent vote with no decisive outcome. Prime Minister Benjamin Netan

Only 30% of High-Risk Pregnancies in Madhya Pradesh Receive Timely Hospitalization

In Madhya Pradesh, only 30% of identified high-risk pregnancies are admitted to hospitals on time, raising concerns among health officials. Only

Union Minister Hardeep Puri nominated for third Rajya Sabha term

Party leaders said Puri's diplomatic experience has proved valuable in handling the petroleum portfolio at a time when global conflicts and geopo

TNCC president asks Karnataka government to respect Cauvery Water Management Authority order

US-friendly nations slash treasury purchases by 60%, led by Asia

In the first eight months of 2026, countries aligned with the US purchased a net total of $174.3 billion in Treasuries. This amount represents a

T.N. govt. declares holiday on November 9 in view of Deepavali

New GST registration route allows online sellers to expand using ecommerce warehouses as local bases

Starting November 1, small online sellers will have a new option for GST registration. They can use ecommerce warehouses as local bases in other

India must build a holistic care system

Care is split across multiple Ministries, from women and child development to housing and urban affairs. Each runs valuable programmes, but witho

Furniture thrown, proceedings disrupted as lawyers protest against HC judge turns chaotic

The conduct of the lawyers prompted the court to consider disciplinary and contempt proceedings against those involved

Persons with disabilities can now travel for free in government buses with UDID card

Australian dark-sky reserve faces proposed data centre development

Residents of Tungkillo, South Australia, are concerned about a proposed data centre that could disrupt their dark-sky reserve. The development ma

Stalin urges Murmu to initiate action against Gyanesh Kumar

'Changed circumstances': CBI withdraws pleas to transfer 2021 West Bengal poll violence trials

The CBI's recent decision to withdraw its petitions for relocating the trials of post-poll violence in West Bengal marks a pivotal moment in the

Prediction markets see heavy betting on Anthropic IPO as traders wager on valuation and listing venue

Prediction markets are actively trading Anthropic contracts following the company's IPO filing earlier this week. Traders are making binary bets

India raises concerns over 'F-16 package to Pakistan'

Defence minister Rajnath Singh cautioned that the transfer of sensitive technology to Pakistan was fraught with risks, including the possibility

Drug peddler held near Katpadi railway station

A case was registered and he was lodged at Central Prison in Vellore

Aisshpra Gems & Jewels Marks Major Expansion with Four New Showrooms in One Day

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 28: Aisshpra Gems & Jewels, a jewellery retail brand with a legacy dating back to 1940, has expanded its

All 17 escapees from Theni district jail apprehended in less than 40 hours: IGP South Zone

TG-SAFE Serves Notices To 32 Medical Shops

The medical shops were found violating rules, including dispensing prescription medicines without valid prescriptions and failing to maintain sal

Adnoc tells clients new Hormuz bypass pipe to start early 2027

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. has informed Asian refiners about future crude supply via a new pipeline. The pipeline aims to circumvent the strategi

Hamptons estate with private golf course cuts asking price from $125m to $79m

Jeffrey Horowitz has reduced his Sagaponack estate's asking price to $79 million after attempting to sell it off market. Originally assembled in

Man runs 58 half-marathons in 58 days to honour mother, raises over $30,000

In honor of his late mother who suffered from a stroke, Wollongong's Jack Buckley undertook an extraordinary journey, completing 58 half-marathon

Qatar presents Iran with new draft deal to end war with US and Israel, Tehran to respond this week

Qatar and Pakistan are leading efforts to mediate a peace deal between Iran and the US. A new draft has been proposed, which addresses concerns o

Elderly man dies after being pushed down by two persons

Govt Evasive, Had No Replies To Our Questions: Oppn

BJP legislature party leader Aleti Maheshwar Reddy said the government failed to give any assurance on compensation to farmers who lost their cro

Houthis strike Aden airport after evacuation warning, halting air traffic in southern Yemen

Yemen's Houthis launched an attack on the Aden airport after issuing evacuation warnings due to escalating violence. Residents reported hearing e

Political Tensions Rise After PM Modis Comments on MLC Elections

Political discourse heats up as PM Modis remarks spark reactions from Congress and AIMIM following MLC elections. Political Tensions Rise After P

Free screening camp for stroke patients to be held on October 31

Three schoolgirls from Tiruvannamalai rescued at Kilambakkam bus terminus

The girls were handed over to the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) for counselling before reuniting with the family members

SC to ESI: Why should previously enrolled electorate file Form 6 as first-time voter?

Justice Joymalya Bagchi said Forms 6, 7 and 8 are statutory forms whose prescribed formats cannot be altered by ECI although it can seek addition

KONE Centennial Foundation visits Sevalaya in Tiruvallur

UAE, Canada space firms in alliance as nations seek Starlink alternatives

Terrestar Solutions Inc. has entered into a partnership with Space42 Plc and Viasat Inc. to enhance mobile satellite connectivity. This collabora

Rise in child marriage complaints in Mysuru district

MIDS professor alleges police harassment over fake Instagram account

In a complaint to the DGP, Prof. Kalaiyarasan said the police told him he was required for an inquiry at T4 Sankar Nagar police station in Pammal

Child rescued in Ranipet; four persons held

Arrested persons told the police that they had kidnapped the baby past midnight on September 23

Moon aligns with Mars: 3 zodiac signs could win Thursdays biggest battle without an argument

Moon is aligning with Mars on October 29 and its astrological interpreation means this is a time to have patience. You need to focus on difficult

India Weather (October 29): Hailstorm likely in Delhi-NCR, heavy rain alert in 6 states amid Cyclone Arnab; check IMD's state-wise forecast

Cyclone Arnab weakened after making landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast and is expected to affect weather conditions. Heavy to very heavy rainfa

Defence Life Certificate Camp at 3 Centres

The Digital Life Certificate 5.0 campaign is being conducted at the Office of the CDA, No. 1, Staff Road, Secunderabad, and 2 SPARSH service cent

Vedanta cuts debt by Rs 4,624 crore in September quarter as net profit jumps 151%

Vedanta reported significant financial growth, achieving record revenue and net profit in the September quarter. The company's consolidated reven

US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged, leaves door open to further hikes

Meenakshi Shinde Faces Heat From Within Shiv Sena Over Purnekar Murder Probe

Maharashtra minister and senior Shiv Sena leader Pratap Sarnaik said on Wednesday that Meenakshi Shinde should step down till the completion of t

Tiger Shroff firing case: 11 accused re-arrested under MCOCA after court grants permission

The accused were produced before the special MCOCA court on October 28, a day after the Mumbai Crime Branch invoked provisions of the Act against

Jennifer Lawrence recollects pulling off daredevil stunts for The Hunger Games

Digital Desk | Los Angeles, Oct 29 (IANS) Hollywood actress Jennifer Lawrence has shared that she somewhere had a feeling that her iconic film Th

MLC polls: NCP Draws Blank, Praful Patel Calls For Introspection

BJP candidate Sudhakar Kohale was leading in Nagpur Graduates constituency against Congress sitting MLC Abhijeet Wanjari and Shiv Sena candidate

Amazon announces second round of layoffs this month, cuts 250 jobs in devices unit

Amazon has confirmed a new wave of layoffs, impacting approximately 250 workers within its devices division. Just weeks ago, the company cut arou

Uttar Pradesh 2027 Elections: Hardois Political Landscape Shifts as Parties Gear Up

As 2027 elections approach, Hardois political significance rises with parties strategizing for a competitive race. Uttar Pradesh 2027 Elections:

Maritime Board (Amendment) Bill passed in Assembly amid Opposition walkout

The Bill provides for reconstitution of the board to establish a centralised decision-making mechanism

Shrinking season 4s two-year time jump could bring heartbreaking changes for Harrison Fords Paul as Parkinsons threatens his independence

Apple TV's Shrinking is set to return for a new season with significant changes in the storyline. The fourth season will feature a two-year time

AI to end billing by the hour at accounting firms as private equity changes ownership, says Eisner Advisory CEO Charles Weinstein

Private equity is significantly altering how professional services firms are owned and operated. AI is expected to redefine the delivery and pric

Telangana Eyes US Diaspora For Tourism

She said investors could play a key role in building worldclass infrastructure and enhancing visitor experiences beyond Hyderabad.

Cyclone Arnab: 11 Trains Cancelled, 6 Rescheduled, One Partially Cancelled

The South-Central Railways urged the passengers to plan their rail journeys keeping in view the current climatic conditions like heavy rains and

Mob assaults buffalo traders in Madhya Pradeshs Damoh; two cases lodged

Damoh Superintendent of Police (SP) Anand Kaladagi told The Hindu that the incident took place on suspicion of buffalo theft

GSFC plans Jamnagar acid plant to cut fertiliser input import dependence

In a major move, Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals has announced plans to establish a new plant in Jamnagar dedicated to the production of

NDA Gains Ground In Council Polls, Congress Faces Questions Over Poor Show

The NDA alliance swept all four constituencies, with the BJP retaining the North-East Teachers, West Graduates and South-East Graduates seats, wh

Houthis say Saudi-led airstrikes kill 13 at crowded market in Yemen

Houthi officials said Saudi-led airstrikes killed 13 people in northern Yemen, while fighting intensified in Taiz and Israeli strikes left one de

Ritvika Wins Gold Medal In National Swimming Championship

Mittapalli Ritvika, from Nizamabad district, represented Telangana state in the championship and achieved a remarkable feat by winning a gold med

'We love Marco': Texas rally goes wild as Rubio speaks alongside President Trump in midterm campaign

'We love Marco': Texas rally goes wild as Rubio speaks alongside President Trump in midterm campaign

Amit Shah to Lead BJP Strategy Meeting Ahead of 2027 Elections in Uttar Pradesh

Amit Shah will inaugurate the BJPs strategy meeting in Lucknow on October 30, focusing on preparations for the upcoming 2027 assembly elections.

When Kunal Kemmu spoke about his bro chemistry with Saif Ali Khan

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Actor Kunal Kemmu once spoke about his first meeting with Saif Ali Khan, and being nervous as he was dating

GMC Steps Up Measures To Tackle Waterlogging

GMC commissioner K. Mayur Ashok inspected vulnerable locations on Wednesday and directed public health, engineering and town planning officials t

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady in split vote ahead of midterm elections

Federal Reserve officials voted 10-2 to keep interest rates unchanged, as elevated inflation continues to pose a problem for central bankers. Fed

BFSI Insight Summit: Sebi explores domestic AI model for securities market

Regulator also proposes tighter disclosure norms for issue proceeds and stronger cybersecurity oversight

Behind bars, a Karva Chauth fast and a wait for the moon at Tihar

Around 250300 women at Jail No. 6 are observing the festival; 1,200 mulaqat slots booked across Tihars jails for Thursday as families seek to mee

Port Police Rescue 4 Trapped In Floodwaters In Kakinada

Acting on information and the directions of Kakinada superintendent of police G. Bindu Madhav, Port police station circle inspector P. Sunil Kuma

150 Stray Dogs Allegedly Poisoned To Death In Peddapalli

According to the complaint, the dogs were killed on the instructions of Panchayat Secretary Ramu and buried at the Julapalli dump yard.

PNB Housing Finance Q2 profit rises 6% to 617 cr, income grows 14%

PNB Housing Finance reported a 6% rise in Q2 net profit to 617 crore, while net interest income grew 15% to 878 crore and gross NPAs declined to

Villages Isolated As Cyclone Arnab Sweeps Through ASR

Heavy rains continued across Pedabayalu, Ananthagiri, Hukumpeta, Dumbriguda, G Madugula and Gudem Kothaveedhi mandals.

Japan eyes Indian live firing ranges for missile and drone training as defence cooperation deepens

Japan is collaborating with India to enhance defense capabilities, particularly in anti-ship missile training and drone operations. Japanese Self

Hudhud Lessons Put To Test As Arnab Batters Vizag

Widespread outages persist as fallen trees, damaged feeders and strong winds hamper restoration efforts

Security To Cybersecurity: 11 Nodal Officers To Oversee 2027 Manipur Polls

Senior Indian Police Service officer Kamei Angam Romanus will handle law and order and security arrangements, while Indian Administrative Service

Kevin Warsh LIVE | Fed Chair speaks on interest rates amid midterm elections & rising fuel prices

Kevin Warsh LIVE | Fed Chair speaks on interest rates amid midterm elections & rising fuel prices

Row Over Meters For Water Taps In Rural Areas

Activists oppose the GO saying access to free water is a fundamental right: Reports

Cyclone: Vizag Beach Front Residents Face No Power Failure

Power supply was on and off many times and it was never steady, said an event manager.

Supreme Court calls digital arrest scams 'digital dacoity', says offenders must be dealt with ruthlessly

The Supreme Court recently described digital arrest scams as a form of digital dacoity, highlighting their severity. Chief Justice Surya Kant emp

BJP Ahead But Akhilesh Yadav's Party Gains Ground In UP MLC Elections

Of 11 graduates' and teachers' seats, results were declared for 10 as of 11:30 pm, with BJP winning six and the SP four. The 'upper house' Legisl

Supreme Court directs Sanjay Raut to appear in person on November 17 in contempt case over remarks on CJI Surya Kant

On November 17, Sanjay Raut, a Rajya Sabha MP, must present himself physically at the Supreme Court regarding his comments on Chief Justice Surya

Flight Services Disrupted For Second Day

IMD had stated that the fog season would run from December 15, 2026 to February, 15, 2027.

22 Indians Killed In Middle East Conflict, Including 14 Seafares: Centre

MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India's serious concern over the deteriorating security situation in the region.