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Opposition's anti-SIR-CEC march turns into INDIA bloc-government face-off

Opposition members from the INDIA bloc, led by Rahul Gandhi, organized a protest march to the Election Commission. The police stopped their march just before reaching Akashvani Bhavan, leading to a lengthy dharna by the MPs. Despite police attempts to remove the protesters, several MPs entered the Akashvani premises and continued their demonstration. Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi and accused his government of treasonous actions against the country.

7 Oct 2026 1:47 am
'I am already sleepy': Jet-lagged Shreyas Iyer's candid reply after maiden T20I ton

Shreyas Iyer basked in the glory of his Asian Games gold medal before stepping up to lead India in the T20I series against West Indies. His outstanding innings of 102 not out off just 43 balls propelled India to victory. Iyer acknowledged the challenges of travel but showcased his adaptability. Meanwhile, debutant Naman Dhir shone with three wickets, cementing a solid bowling effort.

6 Oct 2026 11:06 pm
We won't be marking Messi: Benin defenders message ahead of icons farewell

Benin defender Mohamed Tijani has shared his respect for Lionel Messi before his final international match. Argentina will face Benin in a friendly, marking Messi's farewell in the national team. Tijani emphasised that the focus will be on enjoying the occasion rather than stopping Messi. Messi's international career has been historic, leading Argentina to several achievements, including the World Cup victory.

6 Oct 2026 11:00 pm
Macron Vs Gen Alpha Explodes: Less Repression' Chants Sweep France As Riot Police Crack The Whip

Frances student protests have left classrooms and entered streets. In Lyon, teenagers run through tear gas. In Strasbourg, protesters drag rubbish bins and beat them like drums. The anger began with absent teachers, long school days and ageing buildings. It is a national fight over police power and trust. A 15-year-old in Lens lost his hand after a police dispersal grenade exploded. Investigators are still checking the exact circumstances. More than 6,100 people have been arrested, most of them

6 Oct 2026 10:46 pm
Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff Faces Massive 'Resignation' Protest Amid Rape Case

Pressure is mounting on Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff after hundreds of students protested the universitys handling of an alleged 2024 gang rape at the Chi Phi fraternity house, with demonstrators calling for accountability and some demanding that university leaders resign. CNN reported that protesters specifically called for Kotlikoff to step down.The backlash has now spread to Cornells own faculty. Members of the Faculty Senate are preparing a resolution seeking a vote of no c

6 Oct 2026 10:25 pm
Bhuvneshwar returns as India announce T20I and India A squads for New Zealand series

In a surprising turn of events, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been reinstated to the Indian T20I squad, as declared by the BCCI. Shreyas Iyer will take the helm as captain, supported by wicketkeepers Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan. The India A team features rising stars like Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul, who are keen on capturing the selectors' attention.

6 Oct 2026 9:00 pm
Delhi Police ACP's additional DCP charge withheld amid harassment inquiry

Delhi government modified an order regarding duty charges of 12 police officers after harassment allegations surfaced. Assistant Commissioner of Police Vivek Bhagat voluntarily stepped aside from his additional charge as the inquiry continues. The CDC assignment began prior to the allegations, ensuring it does not indicate a promotion. The complaints have been transferred to the Crime Branch for a detailed investigation and fair inquiry.

6 Oct 2026 5:24 am
Visa doesn't create absolute right to enter India, says Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court emphasized that foreign nationals do not have an inherent right to enter India. Justice Amit Mahajan pointed out that holding a visa does not ensure unconditional admission. The court noted various factors that could lead to denial of entry, including national security and public health. A plea by a Turkmenistan woman for reasons regarding her entry refusal was dismissed.

6 Oct 2026 4:29 am
'Threat On Canada's Border?: Kash Patel Asked Point-Blank; FBI Takes Brunt Of Trumps Tariff War

FBI Director Kash Patel has addressed security concerns along Americas northern border with Canada, saying encounters involving known or suspected terrorists have fallen while U.S. law enforcement maintains an increased presence at the border.During a Senate oversight hearing, Patel said the number of known or suspected terrorists encountered at both the northern and southern borders had dropped. He credited stronger southern-border security and the presence of law enforcement and DHS on the nor

6 Oct 2026 4:25 am
'Iran Combat Drones In UK...?': Trump Threatens Tehran After RAF Fairford Attack

President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran after being asked whether Tehran may have moved combat drones into the United Kingdom.Asked directly if he was concerned about Iranian combat drones being brought into Britain, Trump said he could not confirm the claim but warned that if they did that, theyll suffer greatly. His remarks come amid heightened security concerns in Britain after U.S. B-1 bombers were moved out of RAF Fairford following threats authorities were examining for

6 Oct 2026 3:46 am
'Judicial impropriety': Ex-CJI Gavai on SC judge Bhuyan's remarks criticising SIR

Justice Ujjal Bhuyan raised concerns regarding the deletion of voters through special intensive revision, facing criticism from former CJI BR Gavai. While Bhuyan emphasized that disenfranchising citizens violates constitutional rights, Gavai expressed reservations about commenting on ongoing legal matters. Former Supreme Court judge Rohinton Fali Nariman also voiced concerns about the democratic implications of voters being removed from lists.

6 Oct 2026 2:55 am
'No Concerns Yet': Marco Rubio Gives Latest Update On Russia Plague Outbreak

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is closely monitoring a suspected plague-related incident at a Russian biological research facility after the death of a laboratory worker in Siberia.Rubio told reporters that Washington does not currently see cause for alarm, but stressed that the situation is a cause for focus and said U.S. officials are watching and monitoring it closely. He also warned that if an infectious disease escapes containment, it could quickly spread.

6 Oct 2026 2:46 am
Flydubai: Tel Aviv Massacre, Saudi Desert Plunge: Chilling 'Confessions' By Omani Pilot Out

How close did Flydubai FZ1073 come to disaster? Terrifyingly close. Based on the Omani co-pilot's alleged confessions, this is the minute-by-minute story of the attack that began with a prayer request and an emergency axe. Indian captain Smit Machchhar, 38, was struck from behind, yet stayed conscious and fought to open the cockpit door. Passengers rushed in, one pulled the control column back, and two off-duty pilots restored normal flight after a near-vertical dive of 16,000 feet. The co-pilot

6 Oct 2026 2:25 am
'Fake News': Pete Hegseth Blasts Media After USS Lincoln Crisis Reports

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has pushed back hard against reports portraying conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln and the wider U.S. military as evidence of troops abandoning the Iran war.Hegseth dismissed what he described as fake reporting and argued that the broader personnel picture tells a different story, pointing to stronger military recruitment and retention. His remarks come as the Pentagon faces scrutiny over the extraordinary strain placed on the Lincoln and other U.S. forces d

6 Oct 2026 2:25 am
India Rejects Pak's Cricket 'Handshake' Ultimatum As PCB Throws WCL Tantrum

Pakistan wanted a written apology from Indian players for refusing to play Pakistan during last years World Championship of Legends. The PCB also reportedly wanted India to commit to handshakes before clearing Pakistans team for the new season. India rejected both demands. Pakistan then pulled out of the tournament. The dispute began after the Pahalgam terror attack, when India Champions declined to face Pakistan in WCL matches and avoided ceremonial contact at subsequent events. Pakistan receiv

6 Oct 2026 1:25 am
Devils' Crest Trailer : Haruka Shiraishi, Konomi Inagaki and Yya Hirose Starrer Devils' Crest Official Trailer

Devils' Crest: Watch the Official trailer from japanese Web series 'Devils' Crest' starring Haruka Shiraishi, Konomi Inagaki and Yya Hirose. Devils' Crest is directed by Ken'ichir Komaya. To know more about Devils' Crest, watch the video. Check out the latest japanese trailer, new series trailer, trending japanese series trailer, Haruka Shiraishi, Konomi Inagaki and Yya Hirose's videos at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.

6 Oct 2026 1:25 am
'No Iran Link Yet': JD Vance Breaks Silence On Flydubai Attack After Netanyahu Blames Tehran

Vice President JD Vance has appeared to strike a more cautious note than President Donald Trump over possible Iranian involvement in the attempted Flydubai attack.Speaking to reporters, Vance said the administration was still examining the incident but added that he had not seen anything conclusive linking Iran to the attack so far. His comments come after Trump publicly raised the possibility of Iranian involvement and warned Tehran of severe consequences if such a link were established.

6 Oct 2026 1:25 am
Flydubai Horror DEEPENS: Omani Co-Pilot Hamam al-Hammami's 'Master Plan' EXPOSED

The Flydubai cockpit attack has taken a shocking turn as investigators uncover fresh details about the alleged plot involving the Omani co-pilot. Captain Smit Machchhar was seriously injured after being attacked during the flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, triggering an emergency and a dramatic struggle inside the cockpit. New reports are shedding light on the alleged planning, the aircrafts plunge and the wider investigation into the Flydubai attack, aviation security and the suspects background.

5 Oct 2026 11:25 pm
Taliban Opens China's New Door: Afghanistan's Direct Challenge To Pak's CPEC, Gwadar Port Monopoly?

Afghanistan has opened a 121-kilometre road through the Wakhan Corridor, reaching the Chinese border and creating a direct link between Kabul and Xinjiang. The route is still rough, largely gravel-based and not yet a fully operational trade corridor. But its strategic message is much bigger. China built CPEC to connect Xinjiang with Gwadar and the Arabian Sea through Pakistan. Now Pakistan is battling militants, facing attacks on Chinese workers and exchanging fire with Kabul. Afghanistan has of

5 Oct 2026 9:46 pm
Flydubai Co-Pilots Chilling Plan To Crash Jet Into Tel Aviv Reconstructed; 'Hit Ben Gurion Airport'

How close did Flydubai FZ1073 come to disaster? Terrifyingly close. Based on the Omani co-pilot's alleged confessions, this is the minute-by-minute story of the attack that began with a prayer request and an emergency axe. Indian captain Smit Machchhar, 38, was struck from behind, yet stayed conscious and fought to open the cockpit door. Passengers rushed in, one pulled the control column back, and two off-duty pilots restored normal flight after a near-vertical dive of 16,000 feet. The co-pilot

5 Oct 2026 9:25 pm
Kremlin Spokesman Warns Ukraine's Backers Amid Raging War; 'Will Pay Price For...'

Iran has issued a direct warning to the United States as President Donald Trump weighs the possibility of renewed military action around the November midterm elections. Tehran says its response will not be dictated by Americas political calendar and warns that any new attack could trigger strikes against US interests across the region. Ali Abdollahi, commander of Irans Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters, said that whether an attack comes before or after the elections, Iranian forces would respond imm

5 Oct 2026 9:25 pm
Dolly Partons Final Months Take A HEARTBREAKING Turn; Driver Reveals She Was Never The Same

Dolly Partons longtime driver and confidant Jason Pirro is revealing deeply personal memories of the country music icon, including the heartbreak he says she carried after the death of her husband, Carl Dean. Pirro claims Dolly never stopped missing Dean and described her as deeply affected by his death, even saying she died of a broken heart. He also recalled her extraordinary songwriting talent, her acceptance of him during his transition and the private bond he witnessed between Dolly and Car

5 Oct 2026 9:25 pm
Salman sacked; PCB names Asian Games captain as Pakistan's new T20I skipper

Sahibzada Farhan is set to captain Pakistan's T20I team in the much-anticipated series against Sri Lanka beginning October 9. The three matches will be hosted at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium over consecutive days. Notably, former captain Salman Ali Agha has been omitted from the T20I setup but will retain his place in the ODI lineup, where Shaheen Shah Afridi will continue leading the team during the upcoming trilateral series.

5 Oct 2026 9:06 pm
'American Criminals Must Leave': Japan Erupts Against U.S. Military After Marine Robs & Kills Woman

Protests have erupted in Japan after a U.S. Marine stationed in Okinawa was arrested on suspicion of robbing and killing a 39-year-old woman at a hotel in Naha. Japan has formally protested to Washington and demanded full cooperation with the investigation, while demonstrators have renewed calls to reduce the heavy U.S. military presence in Okinawa and oppose the planned Henoko base.

5 Oct 2026 8:46 pm
1 Death, 200 Isolated: Russias 'Mystery' Plague Outbreak Triggers Covid-Like Lockdown

A suspected pneumonic plague case in Russia has placed nearly 200 people under observation and triggered lockdown measures in Siberia. Daria Shipilova, a 28-year-old laboratory worker at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute, died after developing severe pneumonia. Reports say she may have been exposed when a test tube containing plague bacteria broke during laboratory work. Authorities have quarantined hospitals, monitored contacts and introduced mask measures at an aluminium plant. But Mo

5 Oct 2026 8:25 pm
Even if hes not getting game time, hes still in the dugout: Morkel on Sooryavanshi

Morne Morkel highlights the significance of young athletes absorbing knowledge from their veteran counterparts. While Vaibhav Sooryavanshi didn't make a notable mark at the Asian Games, his involvement with the team will enhance his growth. Morkel believes that fostering a conducive atmosphere is essential for development, regardless of on-field activity.

5 Oct 2026 7:50 pm
Bachelor Party D'EUX | Song - Vaazhve Maayam (Lyrical)

Watch the song 'Vaazhve Maayam' from Malayalam movie 'Bachelor Party D'EUX' starring Naslen K Gafoor, Kunchacko Boban, Tovino Thomas and Soubin Shahir. 'Vaazhve Maayam' is sung by Sreenath Bhasi and Mamta Mohandas and music of the song is given by Christo Xavier. Lyrics of 'Bachelor Party D'EUX' song 'Vaazhve Maayam' are written by Vinayak Sasikumar. 'Bachelor Party D'EUX' is directed by Amal Neerad. 'Bachelor Party D'EUX' also stars Sharafudheen, Sreenath Bhasi, Chandu Salim Kumar, Shine Tom Ch

5 Oct 2026 7:25 pm
'ZERO STARS': Trump's Midterm Rout Imminent? MAGA Voters Turn POTUS' Alabama Rally Into 'RANT FEST'

US President Donald Trump faced an uncomfortable message from some voters at his Alabama rally as frustration over rising gas prices took center stage ahead of the US midterm elections. While Trump arrived in Mobile to rally support for Republican candidates, several potential voters complained about the cost of filling their cars. One former Trump supporter bluntly said, Gas prices are starting to kill me, while another demanded to know how Trump planned to bring prices down. A rally attendee w

5 Oct 2026 7:25 pm
Anthropic admits to investors that the US govt is a 'problem': What the company said

Anthropic has raised concerns for potential investors regarding the impacts of governmental relations and shifting political sentiments. The firm warns that adverse views on its technology may undermine collaborations and result in diminished earnings. Its IPO prospectus underlines the risk of reputational harm from regulatory oversight and public anxiety. Although direct government contracts provide little revenue, they can significantly influence client trust.

5 Oct 2026 7:03 pm
'What are you doing?' Bombay HC's Goa Bench raps EC over voter deletions

The HC's remarks came while examining concerns over voter deletions during the SIR exercise. The bench referred to observations made by the Supreme Court that ensuring the inclusion of Indian citizens in the final voter list is the ECI's responsibility. The comments was in the backdrop of the wider legal challenge to the voter revision exercise, with concerns being raised over the manner in which names could be excluded from electoral rolls.

5 Oct 2026 7:03 pm
Fire breaks out on Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi's 'Ramayana' temporary set

A fire erupted on the set of the much-anticipated film 'Ramayana' by Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi in Mumbai. Promptly reported at 4.02 pm, the fire was brought under control by 4.55 pm, with no injuries to cast or crew. The flames disrupted nearby productions like 'Hustle 5' and 'Pati Patni Aur Panga 2', with initial investigations linking the fire's origin to the latter's set.

5 Oct 2026 6:59 pm
FlyDubai: What If the Next Terror Attack Comes From Inside? Aviation Safety Expert Explains

Reports suggest the FlyDubai cockpit attack may have been part of a terror plot targeting Tel Aviv. Aviation safety expert Captain Amit Singh says that may be the motive and believes the incident could be a major wake-up call for aviation security. He examines what the passenger videos reveal, whether the co-pilot may have switched off both engines, and what the flight recorders could uncover. Captain Amit Singh is an aviation safety expert specialising in flight safety, aviation security and ac

5 Oct 2026 6:46 pm