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South Africa Takes Slim Lead Against Australia in Third Test

South Africa leads Australia by one run at the end of Day 2 in the decisive third Test match at Newlands, Cape Town. South Africa Takes Slim Lead

NDA wins 16 of 28 seats, Congress falters in MLC polls

Police Crack Down on Drug Traffickers in Kupwara, Arrest One with Over a Kilogram of Charas

Kupwara police seize over a kilogram of charas and arrest a suspect in ongoing drug trafficking crackdown. Police Crack Down on Drug Traffickers

Rahul lashes out at government over Tatas, FM Nirmala Sitharaman hits back

In SC, biological women oppose equal rights for transgender women

Vance sends letter to Iran hard-liner in bid to revive peace talks as Trump threatens strikes

Rajasthan Panchayat Elections Witness 64.32% Voter Turnout; Batadu Leads with 78.30%

Rajasthans Panchayat elections saw a 64.32% turnout, with Batadu achieving the highest at 78.30%. Voting faced minor disruptions due to EVM issue

Government open to media suggestions on Digital Personal Data Protection Act, promises to uphold press freedom

The Government of India is willing to consider suggestions from news organisations about the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. Ashwini Vaishn

Forest panel rejects Uttarakhand HC relocation plan again over forest land concerns

The committee directed the State government to explore the possibility of locating the proposed project on suitable non-forest land before pursui

Haryana BJP Leader Accuses Congress of Misleading Public on Voter List Updates

Archana Gupta criticizes Congress for misleading voters about the special voter list revision process in Haryana. Haryana BJP Leader Accuses Cong

The UK plans to send giant robotic claws into orbit to grab two dead satellites; 2029 mission

Delhi HC rejects PIL against passport fee hike for NRIs

Maui Estate Fetches $18.5 Million: Renovated Makena home tops 2026 sale; big price cut reflects cooling market

To empower panchayats, gram yojana gets nod

Two California brothers face 35 felony charges each after hundreds complain of unfinished homes

Centres Diwali gift to pensioners, staff: 3% DA hike

Amy Poehler wants more kissing scenes in The Pitt

Digital Desk | Los Angeles, Oct 29 (IANS) Hollywood actress Amy Poehler feels that her hit medical drama The Pitt needs a more dosage of romance.

Nagaland Governor Advocates for Improved Road Connectivity with Myanmar to Boost Trade

Nagalands Governor emphasizes better road links with Myanmar to enhance trade and economic opportunities in Meluri district. Nagaland Governor Ad

Bolsonaro declares himself Brazils true president, vows to lead opposition from US

Union Cabinet approves 10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Scheme to boost India's production

The Union Cabinet has approved significant schemes to enhance India's manufacturing infrastructure and capacity. The 10,000 crore Container Manuf

Austen again? Make it worth our while

Another Sense and Sensibility must prove it has more to say than its predecessors

Corporation councillor willing to express regret for abusing and body shaming Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, her counsel tells Madras High Court

She has sought anticipatory bail in a case booked against her pursuant to a speech at DMK womens wing meet held in Chennai on October 7, 2026

Pakistan minister invites Punjab CM Mann

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann had said that he wished to accept the invitation from the organisers of the Lahore International Punjabi Conference in La

Rahul Gandhi politicising commercial and legal matters: Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to Rahul Gandhi's comments on the Tata group, accusing him of politicisation. She emphasised the go

Bihar MLC polls: Upper caste candidates dominate election results

The Opposition Congress party which had put up its candidates on five seats has failed to win even a single seat in the elections

Privacy law doesnt infringe upon press freedom: IT & I&B minister

Cabinet reshuffle triggers political row: BJP accuses Omar of targeting Hindus; Dy CM hits back

The BJP has accused Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of targeting Hindus and neglecting the Jammu region in the latest Cabinet reshuffle, alleging in

They're fine people: Trump admin opens door for Bolsonaro; Inside his secretive Brazil exit

Alka Lamba Calls for Resignation of Chief Election Commissioner at November Rally

Alka Lamba announces a major rally on November 1 to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, addressing key electoral

Government extends PLI scheme for textiles until 2033-34 to boost MSME participation and investments

The government has announced an extension of the Production Linked Incentive scheme for the textiles sector until 2034. This change aims to encou

Guess how many seats Congress won?: PM Modi's swipe at party's performance in MLC polls

The BJP also criticised Congress, with MP Sudhanshu Trivedi accusing Rahul Gandhi of making false allegations about India's electoral process.

California GOP governor hopeful proposes abolishing DMV. Polls have him down 20+ points

Republican Steve Hilton has rolled out a new policy proposal or ad nearly every day, while Democrat Xavier Becerra has offered few specifics.

Cancer drug price cap: Thiotepa gets 91% cut, Keytruda remains at Rs 2.16 lakh [see revised prices]

The highest reductions were seen in the chemotherapy medicines Thiotepa for which the price goes down from Rs 80,071 to Rs 7,150 for a 100mg vial

Hrithik Roshan pens romantic note for ex-wife Sussanne Khan; fans question their post-divorce equation

Hrithik Roshan penned a heartfelt note for his ex-wife Sussanne Khan, leaving fans surprised by their cordial bond post-divorce. Netizens questio

Astroguide for Thursday, October 29, 2026

Tithi: Ashwayuja Bahula Chavithi till 10.11 pm

Union cabinet approves 3% DA hike for 11.6 million central employees and pensioners, effective July 1

On Wednesday, the Union cabinet approved a 3% increase in dearness allowance for employees and pensioners. This increase is expected to benefit o

Baba Ramdev Accuses Organized Attacks on Sanatan Dharma

Baba Ramdev claims systematic attacks on Sanatan Dharma, alleging misinformation about Hindu deities during a press conference in Haridwar. Baba

Assam arrests over 500 in renewed crackdown on child marriage

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Sensitive US tech to Pak could end up in third country: Rajnath warns Hegseth

Australian couple sells 1832 Georgian Mansion for A$1.6M after 14 years

Harris V Natural England: court faults regulator over Catfield Fen; campaigners eye next steps

May instruct courts not to give bail in digital arrest cases: SC

The SIR verdict, serious constitutional questions

The top court must ensure fairness in electoral roll revisions

Swami Atmanand Schools to Conduct Recruitment Exam for 1,812 Positions from October 31

The recruitment exam for 1,812 positions in Swami Atmanand Schools will take place from October 31 to November 4, involving over 34,000 candidate

Criticism Must Respect Institutions: CJI

The CJI stressed that professional ethics must guide lawyers' conduct both inside and outside the courtroom.

New Collectors for Karur, Tiruppur and Tenkasi as T.N. govt goes for bureaucratic reshuffle

Kristen Wiig drops asking price of midcentury modern home in Pasadena, California to $5.495 million

Kristen Wiig has reduced the asking price of her midcentury modern home in Pasadena, California to $5.495 million after initially listing it for

Eye on Punjab poll, BJP fields Harshdeep Puri for RS from Madhya Pradesh

DCP Inspects NH-765 Accident Spots

Notices were issued to wine shop owners operating along both sides of NH-765, directing them to maintain a distance of 500 metres from the highwa

Pioneering U.S. labour leader Dolores Huerta dies at 96

Dolores Huerta took the reins of the U.S. farmworker movement in the 1960s with Chavez

Thirty Six years after LTTE's forceful expulsion Northern Muslims continue to rot in refugee camps

Akhilesh Yadav says recount will not affect SP

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Cyclone Arnab Hits Chhattisgarh: Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Expected

Cyclone Arnab is impacting Chhattisgarh with heavy rainfall and strong winds. Farmers are advised to take precautions. Cyclone Arnab Hits Chhatti

Hunker down: On Cyclone Arnab, its landfall

Proactive governance kept the casualties low after Cyclone Arnab

Family of man killed by car going 88 mph in a South Carolina 35-mph zone backs no prison for driver

A Clemson student who pled guilty to reckless homicide in a traffic incident that killed a pedestrian got a suspended prison sentence.

Cyclone Arnab Wreaks Havoc, Claims 3 Lives: Philippines Ship Drifted to Konaseema Coast

Several fishing boats anchored at the mini harbour were severely damaged in the incident

RINL Land Auction Of 35 Plots Suspended

The NLMC has revised the auction schedule for the remaining plots.

MP Assures Cyclone Victims Of Govt Aid

Satish said the alliance government was prioritising public safety, accelerating relief operations and ensuring that families who suffered losses

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

Women At The Centre Of High-Takes Poll Battles In Nellore Region

From Naidupeta and Sullurpeta to Venkatagiri, Atmakur, and Buchireddypalem, the civic polls have evolved into prestigious battles.

PM Asks AP To Expedite Railway Land Acquisition, Bulk Drug Park Works

He also instructed the state government to accelerate work on the Bulk Drug Park coming up at Nakkapalli in Anakapalli district.

SAD-AAP trade barbs on drug menace issue in Punjab

SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia accused Arvind Kejriwal of misleading Punjabis by giving the disproportionate assets case the label of a drug ca

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

Manjhi releases 1,000 crore under PM job scheme to support 11,333 micro enterprises

Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises minister Jitan Ram Manjhi announced the release of 1,000 crore in subsidy. This funding aims to support 11,333

Fresh Registration Needed For Graduates MLC Polls

Officials clarified that even those who voted earlier in the Graduates Constituency must register again, as a fresh voter list is prepared for ev

Governor Wants Anti-Drug Pledge Mandatory for Admissions

Shukla sets 2029 target for drug-free Telangana, announces 60-day awareness drive

Ammo cache seized in J&Ks Rajouri

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

22 Of 23 Students Injured In MVSR Mishap Discharged

Akshara, who suffered a spinal cord injury, is the only student still hospitalised after the truss collapse during a dandiya event at MVSR Engine

AP Bans Non-Dairy Paneer For One Year

Move aims to protect public health and prevent consumer deception

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

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

TN Teachers Education University gets new Registrar-in-charge following allegation of irregularities by civilian group

Welcoming the move, M. Radhakrishnan of Arappor Iyakkam, in a statement, demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the complaint and

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

National ST Commission Committed To Resolving Tribal Issues

The meeting reviewed issues relating to tribal welfare, housing, healthcare, panchayat raj, roads and buildings, forests, revenue, education, agr