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All SIR orders unanimous, no changes made to Form 6: Election Commission tells Supreme Court

The Election Commission on Monday defended its decision to conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the Supreme Court, saying the exercise was undertaken in accordance with the law and the three orders on its roll-out were approved unanimously by the Commission's three members.

26 Oct 2026 9:47 pm
Cyclone Arnab disrupts rail services, 53 trains cancelled on Oct 27-28 as South Coast Railway issues advisory

South Coast Railway has issued a major travel advisory amid the approaching Cyclone Arnab, listing 53 train services for cancellation on October 27 and 28. The railway zone's headquarters office in Visakhapatnam issued the bulletin...

26 Oct 2026 9:35 pm
Indian Air Force plans to buy 24 special utility helicopters for VVIP transport roles at Rs 10,000 crore

The Indian Air Force (IAF) plans to procure 24 Special Utility Helicopters at an estimated cost of Rs 10,000 crore to ensure the safe transportation of VVIPs, including the President, Vice President and Prime Minister, across the country.

26 Oct 2026 8:52 pm
Prabhas' Fauzi teaser faces backlash as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's grandnephew demands its removal

Prabhas' upcoming period action film Fauzi has landed in controversy after Chandra Kumar Bose, grandnephew of freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, called on the makers to remove its teaser. He has objected to the way the historical figure is used to introduce and praise Prabhas character, arguing that the portrayal risks distorting history.

26 Oct 2026 8:48 pm
UP BJP unveils mega team ahead of 2027 polls, PM Modi among 30 permanent invitees

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh has announced its 2026 state working committee, featuring 548 members, 30 permanent invitees and 134 special invitees. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is among the prominent leaders included...

26 Oct 2026 8:26 pm
Over 12,000 farmers march towards Maharashtra CM's residence over loan waiver, drought relief

More than 12,000 farmers from over 20 districts of Maharashtra began a vehicle-led long march from Akole to Mumbai on Monday, demanding drought relief, loan waivers, forest rights and better wages and social security for...

26 Oct 2026 8:25 pm
Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna's team takes legal route over alleged online harassment

The legal team representing Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna has filed a formal complaint with the cybercrime authorities in Hyderabad over alleged false online narratives concerning the actors. According to a statement shared by the team, the complaint identifies social media posts, online publications and other digital material that it wants investigated.

26 Oct 2026 7:53 pm
Akshay Kumar's 1994 blockbuster returns to theatres on Diwali, set to clash with Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana

This year, it's a clear Diwali window for Bollywood's box-office game. Ranbir Kapoor-led Ramayana, backed by Namit Malhotra, is releasing on November 5. The magnum opus, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, also stars Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The film will now see a clash with a re-release starring Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon.

26 Oct 2026 7:14 pm
Kriti Sanon, Varun Dhawan reunite with Amar Kaushik; is Bhediya 2 finally happening?

Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon and Varun Dhawan and filmmaker Amar Kaushik have sparked curiosity after sharing a glimpse of their reunion on social media. The trio, who worked together on the 2022 horror comedy Bhediya,...

26 Oct 2026 6:58 pm
When and where to watch Ballon d'Or 2026 live on TV and stream online for free in India?

The Ballon dOr 2026 ceremony will take place at Londons Palladium Theatre on Monday, October 26, bringing together the leading names in world football to compete for one of the sports most prestigious individual honours....

26 Oct 2026 6:52 pm
China took Arunachal areas? Indian Army busts deepfake video targeting border security

The Indian Army has issued a strong warning against a manipulated video circulating on social media that falsely claims China has taken control of parts of Arunachal Pradesh and that Indian troops deployed along the border are being denied essential supplies. The Army has categorically rejected the allegations, identifying the clip as digitally altered content that uses fabricated remarks attributed to a senior military officer.

26 Oct 2026 6:42 pm
Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant likely to feature for India A in unofficial Test vs New Zealand A

Jasprit Bumrah is expected to return to competitive action in the third unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A, scheduled to take place in Lincoln from November 7 to 10. Rishabh Pant could...

26 Oct 2026 5:45 pm
Saim Ayub dropped from ODI squad; Pakistan announce replacement for remainder of tri-series

Pakistan have dropped Saim Ayub from their squad for the remainder of the ongoing ODI tri-series involving England and Sri Lanka. They have announced Sahibzada Farhan as his replacement amid concerns over the teams struggling...

26 Oct 2026 5:17 pm
Ramayana advance booking: Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi's film eyeing Rs 200 crore opening? Know here

Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is building momentum at the box office ahead of its theatrical release on November 5. The mythological epic, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, has sold 2.15 lakh tickets through advance bookings in India, according to figures cited by The Indian Express.

26 Oct 2026 5:15 pm
Delhi's new vehicle entry rules begin November 1: Is your vehicle BS6 compliant? Heres how to check

To curb rising winter air pollution during the winter, the Delhi government is implementing a Winter Action Plan from November 1, 2026. Under the Winter Action Plan , all vehicles from outside that do not meet BS6 standards will be barred from entering the capital from November 1 to January 31. This means that if your vehicle is BS3 or BS4 and is not registered in Delhi, you will be barred from entering Delhi.

26 Oct 2026 5:08 pm
Former Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi arrested in Rs 100 crore private schools scam

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested on Monday (October 26) in connection with an alleged Rs 100-crore scam involving private schools, police said.

26 Oct 2026 5:00 pm
Netflix announces Dilwali Diwali, starring Mihir Ahuja and Manoj Pahwa; release date out

Netflix is set to bring a family story to screens this Diwali with Dilwali Diwali, a new film starring Mihir Ahuja, Manoj Pahwa, Neelu Kohli and Aurra Bhatnagar. Produced by Terribly Tiny Tales (TTT), the film will premiere on the streaming platform on November 5.

26 Oct 2026 4:56 pm
Akhilesh Yadav demands Aadhaar-linked voter list, biometric verification at polling booths

Alleging large-scale irregularities in electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh , Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday (October 26) demanded the linking of voter lists with Aadhaar and biometric verification facilities at polling booths.

26 Oct 2026 4:11 pm
Newly listed stock in focus as company shares update with exchanges, Q2 net profit at Rs 58.49 crore

Shares of Waterways Leisure Tourism Limited, operator of Cordelia Cruises, are in focus as the company has shared details of its two-ship operations. According to the information shared, the company has officially launched its two-ship operations. Amid this, stock remained volatile today. The counter opened in green amid weakness in the benchmark indices. It started the trading session at Rs 93.70, up Rs 2.7 or 2.96 per cent from the previous close of Rs 89.95 on the BSE. The stock later touched

26 Oct 2026 3:32 pm
Rahul Gandhi acquitted by Sultanpur district court in 2018 criminal defamation case

Senior Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday received a breather from the Special MP/MLA Court in Uttar Pradesh's Sultanpur that dismissed a 2018 criminal defamation case against him. The remarks were referred to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, whom Gandhi had described as an accused in a murder case.

26 Oct 2026 11:38 am
Cyclone Arnab LIVE Updates: Landfall on October 28; alert in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday renewed its warning for Cyclone Arnab that is hovering over the Bay of Bengal, saying it would intensify into a severe cyclonic storm later in the day before making its landfall on the coast of Andhra Pradesh two days later.

26 Oct 2026 10:46 am
Bank Holiday Today: Why are banks closed in these cities on October 26? Check full list by RBI

Banks in several cities across India will remain closed today, i.e. on October 26, 2026. Banks are closed in these cities due to a regional festival and special occasions. Therefore, if you have important bank-related work like cash deposits, cheque clearance, or other tasks and plan to visit your nearest branch, check the holiday list before leaving home. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, banks are scheduled to remain closed in five cities, including Agartala. Banks

26 Oct 2026 8:54 am
Delhi-NCR to witness colder days ahead as IMD predicts another spell of rainfall in coming days; AQI improves

Overnight rain and hailstorms in isolated parts of Delhi on Sunday brought the minimum temperature down to 17 degrees Celsius, the lowest recorded this season, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather department has forecast a further dip in minimum temperatures over the next few days, with another spell of light rain expected towards the end of the week in the Delhi-NCR region.

26 Oct 2026 8:17 am
Diljit Dosanjh hints at Koffee with Karan 9 appearance, says he has agreed to do only one interview this year

Punjabi actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh has hinted at a possible appearance on Koffee with Karan Season 9. During an Instagram Live session, Diljit said he would be giving only one interview this year and promised a surprise for his fans.

25 Oct 2026 7:22 pm
Schools closed in Delhi, UP, these states for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti 2026; check list

Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, various states will observe a public holiday on the occasion of Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti on Monday, October 26. On the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti, the schools, educational institutes will remain closed in the national capital, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh,other states. State-wise schools closure list 2026 Delhi: Schools in Delhi will also observe a public holiday on October 26. All schools, colleges, and other educational institutions in the national

25 Oct 2026 6:59 pm
Yogi government declares public holiday on October 26 in Uttar Pradesh for Valmiki Jayanti

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has declared October 26 as a public holiday on the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti. The schools, government offices will remain closed on Monday while banks will remain open. In...

25 Oct 2026 5:57 pm
Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 races towards Rs 400 crore, Udta Teer sees growth; see Prahaar, Nayyi Navelli's report

With Diwali approaching, there is a festive glow everywhere, and cinemas are lively with a variety of films. The weekend has brought an increase in footfall, offering audiences a wide range of choices, from action-packed movies to horror-comedies. Let's take a look at how much each film earned today, Saturday.

24 Oct 2026 10:43 pm
One dead in fire in Noida's Sector 126, LPG cylinders found inside premises

One person died after a fire broke out in six shops in Sector 126 in Noida on Saturday, police said. Soon after receivig information, the fire tenders rushed to the spot and firefighting operations were underway. Speaking to ANI, ADCP Noida Abhay Kumar Misra said that the fire has been brought under control and the victim was found unconscious during a search operation.

24 Oct 2026 10:28 pm
Chandrababu Naidu compares Jagan Mohan to 'Kansa' from Mahabharata over niece's wedding row

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday compared YSR Congress Party leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy to the mythological character Kamsa from the Mahabharata and accused him of obstructing his nieces wedding at...

24 Oct 2026 9:03 pm
Ranveer Singh makes a surprise appearance in Sonakshi Sinha's vlog, demands money for cameo

Bollywood actor Sonakshi Sinha shared a new vlog on October 23, giving fans a glimpse of a poster shoot for her latest film, Tu Hai Meri Kiran. The film, which also stars her husband Zaheer Iqbal, was released in theatres on Friday.

24 Oct 2026 8:49 pm
'Free Kashmir..': Jamia teaching, non-teaching staff condemn objectionable graffiti on campus walls

Jamia Millia Islamia has condemned objectionable graffiti on campus walls. Expressing deep resentment over incidents of vandalism and the writing of highly objectionable slogans - Free Kashmir and Free Sharjeel Imam Jamias faculty and staff stated that such actions undermine the academic environment and tarnish the dignity of an institution. Over 1,500 teaching and non-teaching staff members of Jamiaalong with the universitys Vice-Chancellor, Mazhar Asif, and registrar participated in this meeti

24 Oct 2026 8:33 pm
Indian Navy's submarine fleet set for major boost as indigenous AIP system achieves key milestone

A significant milestone towards enhancing Indian Navy s underwater capabilities has been achieved with the inauguration of Setting to Work Phase (STW)-2 activity of the Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system Energy Module developed indigenously by Naval Materials Research Laboratory, DRDO. The AIP system boosts the underwater endurance of the diesel-electric submarines by reducing its dependence on atmospheric oxygen. The inauguration ceremony was held at Larsen and Toubros, AM Naik Heavy Engin

24 Oct 2026 7:56 pm
BJP slams Farooq Abdullah over Kashmir remarks, calls them condemnable: 'Should apologise to all'

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders on Saturday slammed National Conference president Farooq Abdullah over his reported remarks questioning India's intentions towards Kashmir and crediting Pakistan's continued efforts to raise the issue at international forums with protecting Kashmiris. Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Sat Sharma on Saturday demanded an apology to the people of the country. The Bharatiya Janata Party leaders also defended the Centre's policies in Jammu a

24 Oct 2026 7:10 pm
Sridevi's 14-year-old film makes a surprise comeback on Netflix, enters top 10 within a week

Netflix regularly sees both new and older films trend on its platform. Currently, a 14-year-old film starring Sridevi, often referred to as Hindi cinema's 'Lady Superstar', has found a place on Netflix India's top 10 list.

24 Oct 2026 6:48 pm
Arshdeep Singh creates history, breaks Bhuvneshwar Kumar's record in second T20I vs New Zealand

Arshdeep Singh surpassed Bhuvneshwar Kumar to become the Indian cricketer with the most T20I wickets in a single calendar year. He achieved the feat in Indias second T20I against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. The left-arm seamer picked up two wickets in the match to surpass Bhuvneshwar Kumars previous Indian record of 37 wickets, achieved in 2022. As things stand, Arshdeep has 38 to his name in 2026.

24 Oct 2026 6:00 pm
'Written in lipstick', message aboard a Phuket-Kolkata flight sparks bomb scare at Kolkata airport

A day after, there is yet another incident of bomb scare at the Kolkata airport, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. A message reading Bomb inside aircraft was found written on the mirror of a...

24 Oct 2026 5:27 pm
Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 beats 2.0, Leo and Jailer to become fastest Tamil film to cross Rs 300 crore in India

Megastar Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 has reached the Rs 300-crore mark in India faster than any Tamil film before it. The Nelson Dilipkumar-directed sequel achieved the milestone in seven days, beating the previous records held by...

24 Oct 2026 5:06 pm
PV Sindhu beats Japan's Hina Akechi in three-game battle to reach French Open final

PV Sindhu booked her place in the French Open final on Saturday after overcoming Japans Hina Akechi in a gruelling three-game semifinal. The two-time Olympic medallist prevailed 21-10, 20-22, 21-16 in a contest lasting one hour and 13 minutes. In the final, the Indian will face South Koreas world number one An Se Young.

24 Oct 2026 5:03 pm
CM Vijay gets rare praise from Centre over Tamil Nadu govt's decision to reduce VAT on aviation fuel

Centre has appreciated Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay over his government's decision to reduce Value Added Tax (VAT) on aviation turbine fuel (ATF). Tamil Nadu reduced the rate from 29 per cent to 16 per cent at Chennai and one per cent at all airports in the state.In a gazette notification, the government said that the reduction of VAT on ATF will come into effect on the midnight of October 31/ November 1 and shall remain in force for a year upto the midnight of October 31, 2027.

24 Oct 2026 5:01 pm
Neha Bora refuses to sign peace bond before SEM court: 'Whose peace am I being asked to keep?'

In a major development, All India Students' Association president Neha Bora on Saturday stated that she will not sign a peace bond before a special executive magistrate, a day after the Delhi High Court dismissed...

24 Oct 2026 3:41 pm
Tara Sutaria and Aditya Roy Kapur to share screen for first time in Milap Milan Zaveri's musical love story

Tara Sutaria is all set to share screen space with Aditya Roy Kapur for the first time in Bhushan Kumar's upcoming untitled musical love story, directed by Milap Milan Zaveri. The makers have officially announced Tara as the female lead in the film, which promises an intense and deeply passionate romance set against a backdrop of violence, conflict and high-stakes emotions.

24 Oct 2026 1:53 pm
Should you stop morning walks and outdoor exercise as Delhi's AQI enters 'poor' category? Doctor explains

With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) entering the 'poor' category, people who go for morning walks, jogs or outdoor workouts may need to reconsider their routine. Exposure to polluted air can trigger coughing, throat irritation,...

24 Oct 2026 1:26 pm
'Jihad ka zamana agya hai': Jaish suspect's social media comments call for jihad, urge Muslims to take up arms

Comments allegedly calling for jihad, urging Muslims to take up arms and advocating an attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi have come under scrutiny after the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested a 33-year-old man in Mumbai's Mahim area. The accused, identified as Mohammed Hasan Abu Sarmad Akhtar, is suspected of links to the banned terror organisation Jaish-e-Mohammed.

24 Oct 2026 11:30 am
Delhi AQI today: Slight relief for capital as air quality improves from 'poor' to 'moderate'

Delhi's air quality showed a marginal improvement on Saturday morning, with the national capital recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 190 at 8 am, bringing it back into the 'moderate' category. If you are stepping out today, however, pollution levels remain a concern in several parts of the city, where the AQI continues to fall in the 'poor' category.

24 Oct 2026 10:18 am
Vadodara civic committee approves proposal to 'gift' disputed land to Yusuf Pathan amid protest by Congress

Amid protests by the Congress, the standing committee of the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) in Gujarat on Friday approved a proposal to allot 500 square metres of the land, out of the total 978-square metre,...

23 Oct 2026 9:33 pm
'Problem was caused by you': In Berlin, Piyush Goyal lambasts Europe over carbon emissions, climate crisis

Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal blamed the European nations for the climate crisis, accusing them of contributing disproportionately to carbon emissions while failing to honour the climate finance commitments they made at COP21 in Paris in 2015. Speaking at a roundtable during the Berlin Global Dialogue, Goyal said that Europe represented probably 3 or 4 per cent of the world's population, yet the contribution to those carbon emissions is humongous, while, India's per capita co

23 Oct 2026 12:43 pm
Cabinet Secretariat refrained from acting on complaints by two ECs against senior official, RTI reveals

Two Election Commissioners, Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, has sent two separate letters to Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan against working of a senior official of the poll body, but the top bureaucrat refrained from taking action, an RTI reply has revealed.

23 Oct 2026 10:47 am
Earthquake of magnitude 7.0 hits Tibet, tremors felt across the country

An earthquake of magnitude 7.0 on Thursday struck Tibet at around 8:03 PM IST, at a depth of 173 km, the National Center for Seismology said in a statement.

22 Oct 2026 8:40 pm
IMA seeks review of Sunny Deol's Suryaa over portrayal of doctors, violence against healthcare workers

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has written to Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Information and Broadcasting, seeking an urgent review of Sunny Deol's starrer Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak. The medical body has raised concerns over the film's portrayal of the medical profession and its depiction of violence against healthcare workers.

22 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
ICAI CA Inter merit list 2026 OUT at caresults.icai.org; meet the toppers

The ICAI CA Inter merit list 2026 has been released, the candidates can check and download CA Inter topper list on the official website - caresults.icai.org . The CA Inter exam was held from September 1 to 12.

22 Oct 2026 10:39 am