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Sri Sathya Sai Dt: 5 Women Go Missing After Falling Into Reservoir

Five women went missing after they fell into the Gollapalli reservoir in Sri Sathya Sai district.

16 Oct 2026 5:04 pm
Manipur: Kuki Woman Killed In Kamjong Ambush Soon After Severed Head Of Naga Man Recovered In Kangpokpi

The other two travellers, identified as D Paokhothang Haokip and his wife Boishi Haokip of Chassad village, remain missing. Security forces and local villagers have launched a search operation to find the missing couple

16 Oct 2026 4:53 pm
Telangana BJP Chief Seeks Congress Stand on Regime Change Remarks

Rao alleged that the Congress and urban Naxals were working to weaken constitutional institutions such as the Election Commission and the Supreme Court

16 Oct 2026 4:49 pm
Ladakh Talks Hit Deadlock, Next Round of Discussions Set for Delhi on Oct 22

We are totally dissatisfied with the presentation. It does not match our demands or what the people of Ladakh want, Karbalai said.

16 Oct 2026 4:47 pm
China Eyes Curbs On AI, Biotech, Solar Exports

China would ban exports of 14 technologies, including AI-driven malicious code generation and mutation technology, as well as AI models trained on Chinese core data

16 Oct 2026 4:40 pm
J&K Orders Probe Into Verbal Spat Between Senior IAS, JKAS Officers

The matter escalated after a purported video surfaced in print and electronic media, reportedly showing an exchange between the two officers during a Mission YUVA review meeting. The exchange was said to revolve around the role of the National Rural Livelihood Mission, sparking public criticism and prompting government intervention

16 Oct 2026 4:35 pm
IND vs WI: Bhuvneshwar Added To T20I Squad As Cover For Injured Arshdeep

The 36-year-old Bhuvneshwar was earlier picked for the T20 series against New Zealand, starting October 22 in Christchurch

16 Oct 2026 4:31 pm
Revanth Reddy Pitches Hyderabad to Hyundai as Ideal Site for Car Manufacturing Plant

Revanth Reddy said the government was ready to provide all support to encourage manufacturing in Telangana

16 Oct 2026 4:30 pm
Bengaluru Police Deny Permission for CJP Tiranga March, Cite HC Order

The permission was denied as the CJP wanted to hold the march at Town Hall, whereas the High Court order designates Freedom Park as the venue for protests

16 Oct 2026 4:28 pm
Anthropic Co-Founder Renews Call For Robust Regulation of Frontier AI

Clark said that US President Donald Trump, whose administration has called for the industry to police itself, was against the idea of regulation but that China was not

16 Oct 2026 4:26 pm
Jayesh Ranjan Asks Officials to Conserve Water, Electricity amid El Nio Threat

The State government had appointed 10 senior officers as special officers for the 10 erstwhile undivided districts and had initiated measures to tackle El Nio conditions: Jayesh Ranjan

16 Oct 2026 4:21 pm
2 Arrested in Palani Idumban Temple Jewel Theft Case; Molten Gold, Silver Recovered

Following the complaint, special teams were formed under the supervision of Deputy Superintendent of Police Devaraj, comprising Inspector Thangamuniasamy and Sub-Inspector Chandran, to probe the case from multiple angles

16 Oct 2026 4:20 pm
IAS Officers Conduct During Virtual Meeting Triggers Outcry in J&K

The controversy centres on IAS officer Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, who allegedly shouted at Assistant Director Beenish Wani, used derogatory language, and threatened to recommend her dismissal from service during a review meeting on Mission YUVA

16 Oct 2026 4:19 pm
Non-Hindus Asked to Leave Ahmedabad Garba Event; Singer Says Not My Message

A video that has gone viral on social media showed anchor-RJ Akash Trivedi on Wednesday asking non-Hindus and Muslims to leave the venue from the stage of the 'Rang Morla ft. Aditya Gadhvi' programme organised at Savvana Party Plot on the city's Shela Road.

16 Oct 2026 4:19 pm
Sand Lorry Owners, Drivers Stage Protest in Trichy Demanding Reopening of Sand Quarries

The protest, organised by the Tamil Nadu Sand Lorry Owners Association, turned tense after the association's representatives were reportedly not allowed to participate in talks with officials

16 Oct 2026 4:17 pm
16 Oct 2026 4:13 pm
Fake Google Chrome App Gets More Than 1,00,000 Downloads on Play Store

A Reddit user shared a screenshot of the fake app, which listed Hizbartech as its developer

16 Oct 2026 4:13 pm
Kharge Urges Modi to Hold All-Party Meet on Delimitation Proposals

Congress chief flags 64-day delay in proroguing Parliaments Monsoon Session and warns against pushing through a major Constitutional Amendment Bill without wider consultation.

16 Oct 2026 4:12 pm
Karnataka CEO's Office Delivers 43.82 Lakh Notices Under SIR

The Election Commission also received 1,55,109 Form 7 applications between June 16 and October 15, out of which all sought deletion of names

16 Oct 2026 4:01 pm
GHMC Demolishes Structures in Sikh Village, Bowenpally for Flyover

The move would help the civic officials to take construction of the ongoing works related to elevated flyover from Paradise junction to Dairy Farm Road in Bowenpally on national highway -44

16 Oct 2026 4:00 pm
Mumbai Police Ban Photography, Sharing of Half-Submerged Durga Idol Images

Idols of Goddess Durga would be immersed in various water bodies in the city between October 20 and October 22.

16 Oct 2026 3:59 pm
Delhi Police Serve Notice to CJP Founder, Bar Connaught Place Protest

Over 6,000 police personnel and 220 CAPF companies deployed in New Delhi; authorities offer protesters an alternative location to wave the national flag.

16 Oct 2026 3:48 pm
Durga Puja Fever Grips Bengal as Mahashashthi Kicks Off Pandal-Hopping

'Bodhan' ritual marks the awakening of Goddess Durga for her battle against demon king Mahishasura. The ritual is associated with the legend of Lord Ram invoking the goddess at an unconventional time of the year, a tradition known as 'Akal Bodhan'.

16 Oct 2026 3:48 pm
Salur TD Leader's Political Marriage Fails To Secure Him Ticket for Municipal Chairman Post

In these anxious moments, the Salur TD leader's political marriage has turned into a hot topic. Harshavardhan aspired for Salur municipal chairman post but after the announcement of reservations, he found it was allocated to BC Women. In a bid to secure the post for his family, he married Gulla Manjeera, with whom he was in a relationship for the last eight years. He thought that his wife would be able to secure the party ticket

16 Oct 2026 3:44 pm
Tirupati Municipal Corporation Elections For 66 Wards On Oct 28

Tirupati Municipal Corporation elections for 66 wards will be held on October 28 and counting of votes will take place on October 30, Municipal Commissioner Jayakrishna said.

16 Oct 2026 3:38 pm
US Consumers Are Bracing for Higher Prices, but How Much More Can They Take?

A slew of economic data Thursday showed that inflation accelerated last month as more expensive oil and gas began to lift prices in other parts of the economy, including shipping and warehousing, before the increases reach most Americans.

16 Oct 2026 3:36 pm
GMR Aero Technic, Logic Air Sign MoU on Aircraft Engineering

The collaboration will focus on delivering turnkey aircraft modification solutions that can be seamlessly incorporated during planned maintenance events, aircraft redelivery programs, and transition checks

16 Oct 2026 3:35 pm
From Ganga Mud to Natural Colours: Eco-Friendly Durga Maa in Bhadradri Kothagudem

On the final day of the celebrations, the idol will be immersed at the mandap amid the chanting of Vedic mantras. Following the immersion, the mud will be distributed among devotees as prasadam, which can also be used for Tulasi plants.

16 Oct 2026 3:13 pm
Anupama Parameswaran Eyes A Comeback?

It has been a while since Anupama delivered a notable success, making this film Crazy Kalyanam particularly important for her career. A positive response could help her regain momentum and open up better opportunities.

16 Oct 2026 3:05 pm
Hyderabad: Conjoined Twins Veena-Vani Step Into Their 24th Year

Despite living in challenging conditions, Veena and Vani have never let it limit their dreams. With unwavering determination, they continue to pursue their academic goals with a smile, inspiring many with their courage and positive spirit.

16 Oct 2026 2:24 pm
Kiran Rao Backs Imran Khan After FRRO Directs Him to Leave India

The FRRO notice against the actor was issued following a complaint by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kirit Somaiya

16 Oct 2026 2:24 pm
BJP Accuses Karnataka Govt of Corruption in Ambedkar Corp Funds

R Ashoka alleged that first it was the Rs 187 crore loot in the Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation, and now it is the Dr B.R. Ambedkar Development Corporation

16 Oct 2026 2:19 pm
Heavy Downpour Lashes Erode District; City Records 156 Mm Rainfall

The officials said Erode recorded 156 mm of rainfall within five hours, and due to the heavy rain, a huge quantity of rainwater stagnated at Meenakshi Sundaranar Road, Old Municipal Corporation market area, Central bus stand and Erode Fort areas, affecting vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement

16 Oct 2026 2:17 pm
Lisandro Martinez Apologises For Manchester United Criticism After Carrick Talks

Martinez met with Carrick and club executives after training, two days after saying the club needed greater investment to help the team compete at the highest level following Tuesday's 2-0 loss

16 Oct 2026 2:14 pm
CMC Chief Inspects Parks and Ongoing Development Works in Kukatpally

Officials were instructed to address the requirements identified during the inspection and ensure that public facilities are properly maintained and remain convenient for citizens

16 Oct 2026 2:06 pm
Anyone Questioning Centre Branded as Anti-National: Kanimozhi at Chennai Protest Against SIR

Raising concerns over alleged deletions from electoral rolls, Kanimozhi claimed that around one lakh voters had been removed from the rolls in the Kolathur constituency, while the actual number of names that should have been deleted was only around 20,000

16 Oct 2026 1:57 pm
SC Seeks Centres Reply on Plea for Child Safety Framework for Social Media

The PIL seeks age-based restrictions, mandatory age verification, parental consent and stronger safeguards against cyberbullying and online exploitation of children.

16 Oct 2026 1:51 pm
Vijaya Dairy Hikes Milk Prices by Re. 1 From October 17

The price of standardised milk has been increased from Rs. 34 to Rs. 35 per 500-gram packet. Similarly, the price of whole milk has been hiked from Rs. 39 to Rs. 40 per 500-gram packet.

16 Oct 2026 1:51 pm
Dil Raju Coughs Up Rs 54 Cr For Ramayana Rights

Dil Raju would be doubly careful and would avoid outright purchases and would prefer advance mode.

16 Oct 2026 1:47 pm
India Series Could Generate $20-30 Million But West Indies Will Get Nothing: Dehring

Dehring said the model that was adopted in 1997 essentially triggered the demise of the game in the Caribbean

16 Oct 2026 1:43 pm
Amit Shah Seeks Punjab Govt Response Over Drug-Related Incidents

The Union Home Minister cited the death of Gulzar Singh in Dirba and the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa, raising concerns over Punjabs law and order.

16 Oct 2026 1:38 pm
Double Eviction In Bigg Boss 20!

Aman and Mary Kom are likely to get evicted from Bigg Boss 20 in the upcoming Weekend Ka Vaar episode.

16 Oct 2026 1:37 pm
Telangana Records All-Time High Power Demand of 20,003 MW

In a historic milestone, Telangana recorded an all-time high power demand of 20,003 MW at 10.29 am on October 15

16 Oct 2026 1:37 pm
SC Seeks Centres Response on Plea Challenging Talaq-e-Hasan

The petition seeks uniform divorce safeguards under Muslim personal law, along with legal and social protections for divorced women and their children.

16 Oct 2026 1:35 pm
Indian Navy Inducts Indigenous Multi-Purpose Warship Samarthak in Karwar

Samarthak is the first of the four multi-purpose vessels inducted into the Indian Navy, and its commissioning marks another important milestone in India's drive towards defence self-reliance

16 Oct 2026 1:32 pm
SC to Hear Plea Alleging Rahul Gandhi Pushed Pregnant Journalist

The Supreme Court agreed to hear an application alleging that the Congress leader pushed a three-month-pregnant journalist on the court premises, with the matter likely to be taken up on October 26 or 27.

16 Oct 2026 1:28 pm
Operation Trishul: 6 Held for Growing Ganja Under Maize Crop in Nellore

Police used drones to locate the plants, which were between three and six feet tall, adding that investigators also found a drip irrigation system installed at the site to support the cultivation

16 Oct 2026 1:23 pm
SC Issues Notice to Sanjay Raut, Nikhil Wagle Over Remarks on CJI

Hearing a contempt plea filed by the Supreme Court Bar Association, the apex court expressed concern over remarks targeting the Chief Justice of India, calling attacks on the institution deeply unfortunate.

16 Oct 2026 1:23 pm
YSRCP Leader Kethireddy Peddareddy Booked Over Provocative Remarks

Anantapur Police have registered a case against YSRCP leader Kethireddy Peddareddy following a complaint by the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) that he was making insinuating remarks.

16 Oct 2026 1:21 pm
Vijay Inaugurates Periyar Knowledge Centre, Holds Roadshow in Coimbatore

After the inauguration event, the chief minister will leave for Keralam to attend a private event in Thrissur

16 Oct 2026 1:02 pm