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Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia Named New IAF Vice Chief, To Assume Charge From November 1

Currently heading Eastern Air Command, Walia will take charge as IAF Vice Chief on November 1, succeeding Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit.

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes charge as chief of Air Staff of IAF

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM, assumed charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) on 31 October 2026. He succeeds Ai

Tennis-Fernandez sets up Pan Pacific Open title clash with Shnaider

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Union Government Approves Rs 989 Cr for 39 Road Projects in Keralam

The projects cover major district roads, ordinary district roads and Corporation roads. The state government has already accorded administrative

Bangladesh death toll from dengue rises, unlikely to ease before December

Bangladesh recorded its highest monthly dengue death toll of the year

Taipei mayor gets angry reception at Pride after gay bar raid

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an, in a close race for re-election, got an angry reception on Saturday when be briefly showed up for Taiwan's packed ann

Uttar Pradesh Launches Skill Development Program on Sardar Patels Birth Anniversary

On Sardar Patels birthday, UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak announces a new skill development initiative for youth, emphasizing job placements. Uttar

INDIA bloc Ramlila Maidan rally traffic curbs: Which roads to avoid, timing and more

For the INDIA bloc Ramlila Maidan rally on November 1, Delhi Traffic Police will impose restrictions from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., including key divers

ISRO NVS-03 launch: 5 things to know about Indias new navigation satellite

ISRO successfully launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on October 30, 2026, restoring NavI

Google Achieves Major Milestone In Space-Based AI Computing As Satellite Sends First AI-Generated Response To Earth

Tragic Electrocution Incident Claims Lives of Two Foreign Nationals in Bengaluru Hotel

Two foreign nationals die from electrocution in a Bengaluru hotel pool, while two others are injured during rescue efforts. Tragic Electrocution

CCI Approves Adani Energy Solutions

The CCI has approved Adani Energy Solutions acquisition of Intellismart Infrastructure for 3,050 crore, enhancing its advanced metering capabilit

Meitei groups hold rally in Imphal; Manipur CM's resignation, abrogation of SoO truce pact sought

The march came days after militants ambushed 14 Meitei men and killed three of them, sparking protests in the State

BSEB dummy admit card 2027 released for Class 10, 12 exams: Check direct link to download hall ticket here

Christopher Myers returns with Night Ride, a childrens book featuring stained-glass art

The American writer and interdisciplinary artist was in Bengaluru recently to attend a childrens literature festival

Govt scraps petrol export levy, hikes diesel duty to Rs 11.5 and ATF duty to Rs 11 per litre

The Centre has scrapped the export duty on petrol while increasing the special additional excise duty (SAED) on diesel and aviation turbine fuel

Waymo in Japan: Driverless taxis launch planned for 2027 with Toyota partnership, local bZ4X EVs to be fitted with self-driving technology; UK expansion next

Toyota Waymo partnership: Toyota and Waymo will begin testing a fleet of autonomous bZ4X electric vehicles in Japan in 2027, with expansion to th

Urgent Applications Invited for 20 Assistant Professor Positions at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is seeking candidates for 20 Assistant Professor roles. Apply by October 31 for this exciting opportunity. Urgent Appl

Police constable arrested for financial fraud in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A police constable was arrested for financial misconduct by the Meerpet Police on Wednesday, October 28. According to reports, the con

West Indies Triumph Over Bangladesh by 8 Wickets in Dhaka Test

West Indies defeated Bangladesh by 8 wickets in the first Test, showcasing strong performances from Brandon King and Roston Chase. West Indies Tr

Govt Hikes Windfall Tax On Diesel, ATF Shipments From October 31

Govt cuts levy on petrol exports

OCS Main Exam 2025 Begins Amid Heavy Rain and Flooding Concerns

Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Main Examination 2025, conducted by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC), commenced on Saturday as scheduled d

India successfully launches satellite to boost indigenous GPS alternative

India's space agency successfully launched a navigation satellite on Friday night to strengthen the country's indigenous alternative to GPS.

MBBS abroad: NMCs conflicting replies raise concerns over consultants misleading students

Conflicting regulatory responses and Georgias licensing provisions have left aspiring Indian medical students uncertain about their eligibility t

Exclusive: Vijay To Be 1st Tamil Nadu Chief Minister To Attend Davos Summit

The proposed visit comes amid criticism from the opposition that Tamil Nadu is losing out to other states in attracting fresh investments.

Russia hits Ukraine's energy infrastructure, Zelenskiy says

Russian drones struck Ukraine's energy facilities in overnight attacks, knocking out electricity supplies to about 280,000 Ukrainian families in

Assam CM Praises ISROs GSLV-F18 Launch, Boosting Indias Defense Capabilities

Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma commended ISROs GSLV-F18 launch, enhancing Indias navigation and defense capabilities. Assam CM Praises

India Shines at World Arm Wrestling Championships with 20 Medals

Indian arm wrestlers secure 20 medals at the World Arm Wrestling Championships, placing fourth in the medal tally. India Shines at World Arm Wres

Adarsha Kutumbam Caught In Song Dispute

Producer Manchi Venkat has expressed strong displeasure over the use of the song Jim Jim Tara without their permission

Lokesh Warns of Tough Action against Those Negligent About Children's Safety

Lokesh said the heinous acts of the accused had caused great distress and warned that strict action would be taken against those involved

Binance sets aside USD 6.34 billion to cover crypto hack losses, targets phased withdrawal resumption

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has set aside more than USD 6.34 billion in company funds to cover losses from the USD 6.3 billion security breac

Phone, fuel, even medicine: 70% of what you spend is imported, says Saurabh Mukherjea

Rahul Gandhi Calls For November 1 March, Delhi Police Says Permission Not Sought

New Delhi: Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday invited people to join a march in the national capital ahead of the INDIA

Centre approves 989 crore for 39 road projects across Keralam

The projects, cleared under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund scheme, are expected to strengthen rural and urban connectivity across Keral

Action Taken After Voter List Tampering in Pilibhit, UP Election Officials Login IDs Suspended

Following tampering incidents, UP Election Commission suspends computer assistants login IDs across all districts to ensure voter list security.

CPCB threatens to shut NCR industries yet to order pollution-control devices

In an October 30 letter, the Central Pollution Control Board asked authorities in Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan to issue show-caus

Tisca Chopra and Ruby Bhatia: Two Stars, Two Paths in the Entertainment World

Tisca Chopra and Ruby Bhatia, born on the same day, chose different paths in the entertainment industry, reflecting their unique journeys. Tisca

Gujarat HC Judge strikes down ban on non-veg food sale in Somnath; two-Judge Bench stays her order

A division Bench stayed the judgment of Justice Nisha Thakore following an urgent appeal moved by the Gujarat Government, and directed that the C

Congress is using democracy slogan to cover up electoral defeats: R. Ashok

Leader of Opposition in Karnataka Legislative Assembly R. Ashok accused the Congress of launching its campaign against CEC Gyanesh Kumar out of p

Centre approves Rs 989 crore for 39 road projects in Keralam

The Centre has approved Rs 988.75 crore for 39 road development projects in Keralam that will begin in December. The funding will support the dev

ET Wealth Expo | Only 6 of 1990's Sensex stocks survive: S Naren's case for smarter asset allocation

S Naren of ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund highlights how only six companies from the 1990 Sensex remain in the benchmark today. At ET Wealth Expo,

Centre scraps Rs 2.5/litre petrol export duty, hikes diesel levy to Rs 11.5

The Centre took significant steps on October 31 by eliminating the Rs 2.5 per litre duty on petrol exports. In contrast, the excise duties for hi

Ebola Deaths in DR Congo Exceed 5,000 as Outbreak Spreads to Eight Provinces

The Ebola death toll in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has surpassed 5,000, according to government data, as the outbreak spreads across th

Bears Trade for Defensive Tackle Jeffery Simmons from Titans

The Chicago Bears traded two first-round picks for Jeffery Simmons, a move aimed at enhancing their defense and playoff aspirations. Bears Trade

Northern Railway Signs Pact With IGL To Replace LPG, Diesel With Piped Natural Gas At 22 Delhi-NCR Facilities

Kagiso Rabada breaks Dale Steyn's world record with early twin blows in third Test vs Australia

South Africa ace pacer Kagiso Rabada broke Dale Steyns world record in the fourth innings of the third Test against Australia at Newlands in Cape

Brazils Flavio Bolsonaro says he could run for president again before 2030

4 killed, 2 injured in fire at shoe factory in northwest Delhi

Four people were killed and two others injured after a fire broke out at a shoe factory in Mangolpuri Industrial Area Phase-I in northwest Delhi

Whoopi Goldberg Honors Patrick Stewart Following His Death

Whoopi Goldberg expressed her condolences and admiration for Patrick Stewart, who has died due to Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia. Whoopi Gold

Constable, 3 Others Arrested For Framing Minor's Father

A police constable and three others have been arrested in Mau, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly conspiring to frame the father of a minor girl in a f

UK PM Burnham says he is 'open' to formal apology for slavery, but rules out reparations

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he

Twenty Seasons On, Ellyse Perry Still Wants To Be a Better Version Of Herself

Big Bash League: Nearly two decades after she first played for Australia as a 16-year-old, premier all-rounder Ellyse Perry said she still goes

Bay of Bengal weather system set to revive rain in Keralam from November 1

According to IMD, a low-pressure area formed over South Andaman Sea and adjoining areas of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is likely to intensify int

Lenovo Googlebook 15 Review: Premium Design Faces Software Issues

Lenovo's Googlebook 15 offers high-quality hardware but struggles with its first-generation OS. Lenovo Googlebook 15 Review: Premium Design Faces

Binance Loses $6.3 Billion in Hack, Experts Warn of Rising Cyber Threats

The $6.3 billion theft from Binance raises alarms over future cyber threats, experts warn. Binance Loses $6.3 Billion in Hack, Experts Warn of Ri

'Mad Max' actor Richard Norton ignored nurse's warning about peptide treatment which he began days before his sudden death last year

Richard Norton, the Australian actor known for his work in films like 'Mad Max', passed away at 75. Prior to his death, he was undergoing peptide

Political Landscape of Lalitpur: BJPs Stronghold in Upcoming Uttar Pradesh Elections

Lalitpur, a historic district in Uttar Pradesh, remains a BJP stronghold ahead of the 2027 elections, with rich cultural significance. Political

Oman Evacuates 25 Crew from Burning Oil Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Oman rescued 25 crew members from a burning oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, with tensions rising in the area due to Iranian military actions.

PM Modi Invites Public to Experience Rain Forest and Skywalk at Ekta Nagar

PM Modi encourages visits to Ekta Nagars Rain Forest and Skywalk, highlighting their beauty and unique attractions. PM Modi Invites Public to Exp

Another cyclone likely to hit Andhra coast on Nov 2

A low-pressure area over the South Andaman Sea has intensified into a well-marked low-pressure area and is expected to further intensify into a d

UK Prime Minister Open to Apology for Slave Trade, Rejects Reparations

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham indicated a readiness to discuss a formal apology for the country's role in slavery while dismissing calls for fin

Tesla Marks Halloween With Cybercab Taking Skeletons For A Ride

The Cybercab's autonomous drive with skeletons inside served as Tesla's way of celebrating Halloween this year.

Prakash Raj calls for unity to save our country ahead of protest march

U.S. midterms explained: What are they and why do they matter?

What are U.S. midterm elections, how do they work, and why do they matter for global politics and India? Breaking down everything you need to kno

India to meet liquor firms as domestic giants join foreign peers in Scotch dispute

The International Spirits & Wines Association of India warns New Delhi that the move to exclude bulk Scotch imports could undermine the pact

Power bills enter the US election fight

New York: US electricity prices had flown under the radar in past national elections, but they have become a major political issue in this year's

IND vs NZ 5th T20I Date, Match Timings, Seddon Park Pitch Report, and Head-to-Head Records

Gold Silver Price Today, October 31, 2026: Gold Holds Steady, Silver Falls 1,730; Check Latest Rates

Gold and Silver Price Today, October 31, 2026: Gold and silver prices continue to attract attention as buyers prepare for festive shopping, weddi

Centre sets up panel to improve uptake of RELIEF scheme for exporters

The commerce ministry has set up a six-member committee for better utilisation of funds and improved uptake of the RELIEF initiative for exporter

Commerce ministry sets up committee for better utilisation of RELIEF initiative for exporters

The commerce ministry has established a six-member committee to enhance the RELIEF initiative for exporters. This initiative aims to mitigate cha

Comm min sets up committee for better utilisation of RELIEF initiative for exporters

RELIEF is an initiative of the government launched under the 25,060-crore Export Promotion Mission (EPM)

Petrol Diesel Price Today, October 31, 2026: Crude Oil Rises, Check Latest Fuel Rates in 12 Cities

Petrol Diesel Price Today, October 31, 2026: International crude oil prices are showing renewed upward movement, raising concerns about a possibl

Cyclone threat looms again over Bay of Bengal; depression in 6 hours, storm likely within 24 hours

The threat of a cyclonic storm is once again looming over the Bay of Bengal, with a weather system over the Andaman Sea steadily gaining strength

Ellyse Perry: Embracing Challenges and Finding Zen in Cricket

Ellyse Perry reflects on her cricket journey and the joy of continuous improvement in her 20th professional season. Ellyse Perry: Embracing Chall

ICE raids in a California toss-up district spark accusations of voter intimidation

Federal immigration agents have fanned out across California

US campaign for control of Congress enters final weekend

As the campaign for control of

Abuse survivors to press Church on accountability during pope's trip to South America

As Pope Leo prepares to return to South America, Peruvian abuse survivor Pedro Salinas sees

CULTURE CURRENT-Bella Poarch on telling the story behind the algorithm

Millions of people know Bella Poarch as the viral TikTok star behind the 2021 hit single, Build a Bitch, which scored the biggest debut

Preschool case tests religious conservatives' US Supreme Court win streak

A challenge at

Anantapur Student Attack: Paritala Sunitha Warns Of Serious Action Against Accused

She visited the injured student in the hospital and enquired her health condition. She suggested that the doctors provide better medical treatmen

Bose QC Headphones (2nd Gen) Sale: Lowest Price Ahead of Black Friday

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An AI Agent Injected Drugs Into a Live Mouse

A biotech startup let an agent choose a gene therapy and successfully inject the treatment, offering a startling glimpse of the future of researc

In 2007, Range Fuels broke ground on a Georgia plant designed to produce 100 million gallons of ethanol a year from wood waste; by 2011, it had closed without selling any

In Soperton, Georgia, a factory built to produce biofuels closed in 2011 without selling any product. Range Fuels was supported by $156 million i

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes charge as IAF chief

An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, the new Air Chief has held several key operational, command and instructional appointments.

National Highway New Rules 2026: Government Plans Ratings for Potholes, Toll Traffic and Road Safety

National Highway Monitoring 2026: Millions of people travel on India's national highways for work, business, tourism and daily transportation. Ho

Search Continue For 12 People Missing in Landslide-Hit Southern Odisha Village

The landslide at Gidipabali village under the Baibali panchayat in Ganjam's Bhanjanagar block occurred during incessant rain triggered by cyclone

Want to invest in gold through mutual funds? Here are the options after Gold FoF curbs

Several mutual fund houses have paused fresh investments in gold fund-of-funds, prompting investors to explore alternatives. Gold ETFs remain an

BJP terms Musi Project public hearing a farce, demands dialogue with displaced families

In 17 of 31 years, Indian stocks gave zero returns: Saurabh Mukherjea's warning

Hundreds evacuated from Oleshky as Melania Trump brokers rare Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

Hundreds of residents were evacuated from the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky during a humanitarian ceasefire. The evacuation allowed individual