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Mahadev Online Betting Scam Kingpin Sourav Chandrakar: A Rag To Riches Story That Goes Awry

According to his acquaintances in Bhilai, started doing odd jobs in the garment shops in the city in 2014-15: Reports

US job openings increase sharply by 333,000 in September

In September, the US saw a notable increase in job openings, showing a rise of 333,000. Layoffs fell to 1.641 million, providing evidence of a re

Rayalaseema Farmers Disappointed Over little Cyclone Murasu Rain Hopes Of Saving Their Standing Crops Fade

Farmers say even one good spell of rain could have helped thousands of acres of standing crops survive: Reports

Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress Suspends Officials for Missing Vote Theft Rally

The Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress has suspended several officials for not attending the Vote Theft Rally in Delhi, citing disciplinary violations

Congress Leader Criticizes BJPs Tactics to Dismiss Voter Concerns in Telangana

Telangana Congress leader Kota Neelima accuses BJP of using fear tactics to undermine voter concerns during the Special Intensive Review. Congres

Number of polling stations in Tamil Nadu rises to 75,088

134 new polling stations were created during the rationalisation, while 78 polling stations were merged, resulting in a net increase of 56 pollin

Four Held for Obscene Remarks and Assault on Minor Girl

Bharatpur Police arrested four persons, including three members of one family, for making obscene remarks to a minor girl, threatening her, and l

Suspected militants open fire, kill 2 police officers guarding polio workers in Pakistan

The drive-by shooting in Mohmand also left a third officer wounded

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy seeks CPI, TJS support for MLC polls

Indian Held in Nepal for Possession of Firecrackers

Police confiscated various types of firecrackers amounting to NPR 400,000 from him. The firecrackers were recovered from his rented room at Tinch

Mayoral victory comes with great responsibility, says Mukka Sravani

Indian Minister Discusses Climate and Biodiversity with French Counterpart

Indian Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh meets French Minister Matthieu Lefvre to discuss climate change and biodiversity initiatives. Indian Minister

RSS Pays Tribute to Raj Narayan Basu on His 200th Birth Anniversary

On Raj Narayan Basus 200th birth anniversary, the RSS honors his contributions to national consciousness and social reform in India. RSS Pays Tri

Meeting held to improve air cargo volume from Coimbatore

US Midterm Election 2026: Who gives ChatGPT your polling data? The answer leads to Brooklyn

A voter asks ChatGPT where to cast a ballot. The answer may begin at a county election office. A Brooklyn nonprofit helps move polling informatio

What are Legislative Councils, and what role do they play in Indias State legislatures?

What are Legislative Councils, and what role do they play in State legislatures? This explainer looks at their constitutional basis, composition

Greater Chennai Corporation set to redevelop schools in various zones

The Chief Ministers Integrated Urban Development Mission has sanctioned theconstruction of new schools at two locations, while seven more schools

ISI Conclave: AI, Data Crucial For Policy

Educationists and policy experts at the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) in Kolkata emphasised the critical need for developing a robust databa

50 bps repo hike may moderate consumption credit: CS Setty

SBI maintains 14-15% credit and 10-11% deposit growth guidance amid data breach probes

Jantar Mantar is a road, not a site, says Delhi Police chief

In an affidavit in the Supreme Court, Delhi Police Commissioner says none can insist on a right to protest only at a specific site and the State

Beyond the Brief: The Story Behind the Making of Curry

During the Covid-19 pandemic, the three decided to come together professionally. The initial idea was to form a team that could compose music for

BJD Delegation to Visit Landslide Affected Dangesi Village in Kandhamal

On the direction of the President of the Biju Janata Dal and Leader of Opposition in the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Naveen Patnaik, a BJD deleg

Marico could reach 20,000 crore revenue by 2030: Saugata Gupta

MD and CEO Saugata Gupta outlines digital-first growth, premiumisation and path to double-digit margins by FY27 end

Ayushman Bharat Scheme Gives New Life to Gujarats Jaykishan Kapadia

Jaykishan Kapadia from Gujarat regains mobility and hope thanks to the Ayushman Bharat scheme, transforming his life after years of struggle. Ayu

Vote Chori or Leadership Failure? The Congress Needs to Look Within

Vote-Chori Allegations Are a Convenient Diversion from Congresss Leadership Crisis GL Raina The controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Rev

Woman Alleges Police Sexual Assault, Court Orders Probe

A Delhi court has directed the Parliament Street police station to file an action-taken report on a woman's plea alleging sexual assault by a pol

AFC Champions League Two: Profligate East Bengal goes down to Al-Seeb

The red and gold brigade dominates possession but fails to breach Al-Seebs defence, largely due to an impressive performance from goalkeeper Ibra

From gold coins to EVs, festive shopping goes beyond metros this Dhanteras

Amazon India said fashion jewellery shoppers grew over 50% y-o-y during the festive season, while first-time jewellery buyers increased more than

Bata India net profit up 30 per cent, revenue up 7.5 per cent in Q2

The company is optimising its distribution network to improve store productivity and drive customer footfall

Mukka Sravani inches closer to Vizag Mayors throne

Thomas Cook India sees recovery in travel business; forward bookings rise 30%

Net profit falls 23% to 53.7 crore in Q2; outbound bookings rise 30% amid partial inbound recovery

West Asia crisis: India deeply concerned after seafarer killed in attack on merchant ship off Oman

The Ministry of External Affairs has condemned the death of an Indian seafarer in an attack on a commercial vessel off the coast of Oman, and cal

Tusker Breaches Highway Barricade, Triggers Panic Among Commuters In Odisha

Elephant movement on NH-55 raises fresh concerns over road safety; recent incidents highlight growing human-elephant conflict: Reports

Saudi forces say intercepted drone, as Yemen's Houthis announce 17 killed in two days

Saudi Arabia has accused the Houthis several times of targeting Mecca and Medina, another holy city, accusations the Iran-backed fighters systema

Use of Nuclear weapons against Iran could trigger a Global chain reaction

Global organisations ask the U.S. Congress to prevent the disaster By Dr Arun Mitra Global civil society organisations have appealed to the US

Sri Lanka Unveils India Corner in School to Foster Cultural Exchange

Sri Lanka inaugurates India Corner in Hambantota school, promoting cultural ties and understanding among students. Sri Lanka Unveils India Corner

Aga Syed Ruhullahs Office Launches Sharp Attack on National Conference Amid Ongoing War of Words

Tensions rise in Jammu and Kashmir as Aga Syed Ruhullahs office criticizes the National Conference for failing to uphold electoral promises. Aga

Get ready to pay double for parking in Delhi: MCD plans to hike charges at 400 parking lots under GRAP-II; what two-wheeler and car owners need to know

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is likely to double parking charges at around 400 surface parking lots from Wednesday under GRAP-II poll

CERT-In gets access to Anthropics Mythos AI to test cyber vulnerabilities

Agency to examine AI models ability to detect and potentially exploit security flaws in controlled environment following incidents involving unau

Both India and U.S. have made some last-minute compromise for the trade deal

First phase of agreement is expected to be signed by the end of 2026 By T N Ashok NEW YORK: India and the United States are approaching a decis

Over 1 Lakh Register For Maharashtra Innovation Challenge

The Seva First Innovation Challenge was conceptualised by Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Maharashtras Minister for Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship an

Ponnam Seeks Drought-Hit Status for Two Mandals

Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar has urged the Chief Minister to include Chigurumamidi and Saidapur in Karimnagar's drought-affected list, cit

Illegal Pistol Seized, One Arrested In Hingoli

Police in Hingoli, Maharashtra, arrested a man on Tuesday for illegally possessing a country-made pistol and six live rounds. The accused, Vinod

Mother-Son Duo Arrested in Bhubaneswar Over House Rental Fraud

Nayapalli Police arrested a mother-son duo for running a rental house cheating racket using fake OLX advertisements. The accused are D. Surya Kum

ABVP announces 'Kolkata Chalo' rally on November 20

At a press conference at the ABVP's West Bengal state office, the organisation's leaders called for protecting democratic institutions and consti

Inauguration of Agartala Tea auction centre is a big boost to Tripura tea industry

Producers are happy at substantial lowering of transport costs, timely delivery By Ashis Biswas KOLKATA: In Tripura, the fledgling tea industry

Competing with airlines not a sound strategy: Adani Airports CEO

Operator targets 300 million annual passengers in next decade; clarifies November 5 slot deadline

International Solar Alliance eyes mobilising $1 b in financing in five years

The Alliance is also advancing aggregated solar and storage opportunities

As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Stardom Soars, Sachin Tendulkar Calls For A Slower Approach

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, is probably one of the most followed cricketers in the world currently. With immense talent and potential, Sooryavanshi

Budget FY28: Govt eyes ease of trade over sweeping customs duty cuts

Finance Ministry may take targeted steps to fix inverted duty structures, speed up procedural reforms, AEO relaxations, expanding scope of Custom

Public office not a consolation prize for defeated politicians: Karnataka High Court

Court quashes appointment of ex-MLA to land regularisation panel on his own recommendation

SIR Final List Out, But Concerns Over Voter Deletions Persist

The concern stems from the difficulties faced by voters during the current exercise: Reports

Key Suspect in Mahadev Betting Scandal Brought to Raipur for Court Appearance

Saurabh Chandrakar, accused in the Mahadev betting scandal, arrives in Raipur for court proceedings after extradition from Oman. Key Suspect in M

Fourth Army Recruitment Rally in Bikaner Set to Begin on January 30, 2027

The fourth army recruitment rally in Rajasthan will commence on January 30, 2027, at Swami Keshwanand Agricultural University Stadium in Bikaner.

Odisha Culture Minister Announces Rs 10 Crore Grant

Odisha Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj chairs a high-level review meeting for Bali Yatra 2026, announcing a plastic-free fair, 500 ORMAS stall

Rationalisation Of Polling Booths

Before the rationalisation, there were 75032 polling stations in the State and now they have gone up to 75088, an ECI press release said on Tuesd

Students urged to steer clear of bad influences and cultivate good habits

US midterm elections 2026: Why are ballot scanners not working in New York's Westchester County, and how will votes be counted?

Ballot scanners have failed to work during the US midterm elections 2026 in Westchester County. The voting machines couldn't read the paper ballo

CCI clears KKR-linked entity's investment in Gentari Renewables India

The competition regulator has cleared Sapphire US HoldCo's proposed investment in Petronas-backed Gentari Renewables India, but the deal's financ

Municipal verdict a mandate to serve more, says HRD Minister Nara Lokesh

The TDP-led coalition is accepting the results with humility as peoples blessing for the good governance, he avers

Cyclone Murasu brings 100 mm rain to Vijayawada; roads inundated

City receives continuous rain after a prolonged dry spell; red alert remains in force until November 4 morning, schools and colleges to remain cl

BCCI Invites Applications For Fielding Coach For Women's Team, Head Physio For Men's Side

The Board: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for the positions of fielding coach for the Senior Womens N

Letters to the Editor dated November 3, 2026

Kashika Kapoor Defends Actors Against Accent Criticism in Bollywood

Kashika Kapoor speaks out against the trolling of South Indian actors over their Hindi accents, emphasizing talent over language barriers. Kashik

From Korean fiction to Ambedkar, National Book Trust report maps Gen Z reading habits

NBT report based on sample survey of visitors to Delhi book fair, of which 40% were college students; best-sellers included global fiction, self-

Rohit Pawar Seeks Judicial Probe Into Alleged CET Scam

Mr Pawar said a complaint had already been lodged over the alleged CET data leak, but no significant progress in the investigation was visible.

Food Safety Department Destroys 850 Kilograms of Contaminated Sweets Ahead of Diwali

Ahead of Diwali, the food safety department in Gautam Buddh Nagar destroyed 850 kg of sweets due to contamination and poor hygiene. Food Safety D

Nexus Select Trusts Q2 NOI rises 8% to Rs 504 cr, consumption up 13%

Nexus Select Trust reported an 8% year-on-year increase in net operating income for the second quarter. The company's retail assets experienced a

Poor students in Prayagraj forced to sell blood for coaching fees, Congress tells NHRC

Students, mostly from rural, low-income families, were selling blood, sometimes two to four times a month, to pay steep coaching fees, besides ho

BRE Summit 2026: Global Leaders and Indian States Unveil Mega Investments for a Clean Energy Future

Day two of the Bharat Renewable Energy (BRE) Summit and Expo 2026 marked a pivotal milestone in global climate action as India demonstrated its g

What time do the polls close on Election Day? State-by-State timings and 4 ways to track midterm results live

US midterm elections are underway, with millions of Americans already casting their ballots during early voting. Polls will close across various

Naini Seeks Support For Congress Candidate In Graduate MLC Election

Proposals for the universitys development have been submitted to the government: Warangal West MLA Naini Rajender Reddy

Anurag Thakur questions AAP-Congress ties ahead of Rahul Gandhis visit to Punjab

Loan growth, fall in provisions help SBI profits in Q2

State Bank of India reported a 14% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 23,038 crore, driven by 18% loan growth, higher net interest inc

Lion drowns in sea near Gujarat port after territorial fight

A six-year-old lion drowned in the Arabian Sea near Pipavav Port in Gujarat's Amreli district, reportedly while attempting to escape a territoria

Prasidh Krishna Cleared for Fitness, Set to Depart for New Zealand Tour

Indian fast bowler Prasidh Krishna receives fitness clearance and is on his way to New Zealand for the upcoming cricket series. Prasidh Krishna C

Abhiram murder case: three arrested, fourth person taken into custody as police unravel circumstances behind crime

The 17-year-old prime accused was produced before the Juvenile Justice Board and placed in an Observation Home until November 10, subject to furt

Madhya Pradeshs Debt Crisis: Congress Leader Critiques State Government

Congress leader Jitu Patwari criticizes Madhya Pradeshs rising debt and interest burden under the BJP government. Madhya Pradeshs Debt Crisis: Co

4-layer motor cover for new private cars, 2-wheelers from Dec. 15: IRDAI

Regulators directive follows Supreme Court order mandating a policy structure covering third-party liability, legal liability to occupants, perso

Union Minister participates in BJPs padayatra in Puducherry

Telangana High Court extends stay on single-judge order to relieve Ranganath as HYDRAA Commissioner

SBI eyes margin boost from rate hikes, but wary of consumption credit hit

Speaking at the State Bank of Indias September quarter earnings press conference, chairman Setty said government bond yields were already factori

India could attract $89 billion in solar manufacturing investments by 2047

ISMA report outlines pathway to integrated solar hub, over 32 lakh jobs and zero import bill by 2041

Tamil Nadu Lawmaker Acquitted in 20-Year-Old Disproportionate Assets Case

DMK leader Anita R. Radha Krishnan and six family members were acquitted in a longstanding assets case, signaling a significant legal victory. Ta

Dubai takes a shine to Kullus Sinduri pomegranates

First time we sent fruit from Kullu, and the entire quantity sold in a day in Dubais supermarket that placed the order, said Tanmay Talwar, CEO o

Gujarat Government Takes Action Against 860 Establishments for Weights and Measures Violations

Gujarats legal measurement department penalizes 860 businesses for violating weight and measure regulations during festival inspections. Gujarat

Asia Healthcare Holdings commits 100 crore in AINUs Odisha expansion

AHH aims to close FY27 with a network of 10 hospitals, backed by investments in capacity expansion, clinical talent and robotic surgery capabilit

Telangana Sets Single-Day Record Under VB-G RAM G, Employs Over 5 Lakh Rural Workers

The improvement was particularly significant against the backdrop of the average daily attendance in October during the previous five years: Repo

'I Have A Lot Of Good Memories Here': Shubman Gill Excited About New Zealand Return

Shubman Gill: India captain Shubman Gill is looking forward to returning to New Zealand, a country where he made his international debut, and ho

Collect sarees, dhotis before Nov. 7, pensioners told