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Telangana SIR: Over 4.3L new voter applications pending

Hyderabad: In new data released by the Telangana Election Commission, Hyderabad recorded the highest number of Form 6 applications with 1,94,204

Jantar Mantar protest: Delhi shuts liquor vends for two days citing police inputs

The closure follows inputs from the Delhi Police and comes ahead of a planned demonstration at Jantar Mantar on October 10

Kangana Ranaut moves Delhi HC against obscene, AI-generated content

Justice Vikas Mahajan issued summons on pleas by Ms. Ranaut and Telugu actor Vijay Deverakonda seeking protection of their personality and public

Journalist alleging harassment by Delhi Police ACP had to endure 25-point questionnaire by Crime Branch

Complainant's lawyer alleges questions focused on her personal and professional background and sought to establish the officers credibility; no F

Waste transfer on KR Road leaves pedestrians battling stench

The Hindu Sustainability Dialogues 2026 to explore healthcare at the intersection of AI and medicine

Experts in medicine, academia, technology, and industry to discuss how AI can strengthen healthcare systems while addressing critical questions a

GST Council removes arrest powers of GST officials, approves faster refunds

The GST Council has approved a major overhaul of tax administration, with changes aimed at making compliance simpler and reducing the risk of pen

Hyderabad govt school student injured after iron rod falls on head

Hyderabad: A 15-year-old government school student was seriously injured after an iron rod fell on her head from the second floor where construct

IIT Madras Research Park launches Phyto-Innovation Accelerator for plant-based innovations

The programme is anchored by the Herbalife-IITM Centre of Excellence, established this year for sustainable and scalable herbal biomass productio

Cusat shifts classes online amid surge in chickenpox cases

Offline classes on Thrikkakara and Marine campuses shifted online till October 16; two chickenpox cases reported last week, with cases surging th

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta highlights role of youth in fight against tuberculosis

Israel drastically reduces British diplomatic presence in Jerusalem

The move comes after Israel ordered the closure of the consulate in September as retaliation after London-led Western sanctions over violence by

PM Modi Welcomes New GST Reforms, Highlights Shift Toward Trust-Based Tax System

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the latest round of Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms recommended by the GST Council, termin

3,000 more buses, wider footpaths planned to boost Bengaluru public transport: Maheshwar Rao

MRPL, ONGC and OPaL form new petrochemicals marketing joint venture

The new entity will oversee branding, pricing, distribution, logistics, customer management and sales planning for the groups downstream products

Opposition leaders pray at Rajghat for government to get wisdom to remove CEC; say protest will continue

On INDIA blocs third day of protest in Delhi against vote chori, a show of Opposition unity as SP, Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP (SP) leaders present for

Green Cards red-carded: MAGA benches India-linked IT firms from PERM process

AI can optimise Bengalurus bus network, but governance remains a bigger challenge

Odisha DCM Pravati Parida Meets Annapurna Devi at MWCD Summit on Women and Child Development

Odishas Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida joined Union Minister Annapurna Devi in New Delhi on Wednesday for a two-day national summit aimed a

Russian women hand India a 4-0 defeat

Mysterious Death Of Assam Woman Who Had Come To Vizag

The body of a 20-year-old woman from Assam has been found on the railway tracks: Reports

Four CRPF Personnel Injured in Sukma Explosive Disposal Incident

Four CRPF soldiers were injured in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, during an explosive disposal operation, prompting a response from the Chief Minister. Fou

US Won't Attack Iran Till November 3 Midterm Polls, Declares Trump

We will not be attacking Iran at any time prior to the Midterm Elections to be held in the United States on November 3rd, Trump said.

Wrestler Charlie King aka Chicken Finger dies at 25, days after WWE star Pac's untimely death

Charlie King, affectionately known as Chicken Finger, died at just 25, confirmed by Rocket City Championship Wrestling. This heartbreaking news c

Indian IT Firms Suspended From US Programme Sponsoring Workers For Green Card

US Labour Secretary Keith Sonderling announced the move. He was flanked by US Vice President JD Vance.

TG SAFE Seizes 1,950 Kg Pheni, Suspends License Of Five Units

Officers found several violations during the inspections: TG SAFE

WATCH: Marco Rubios Wild Portugal Slip Leaves Room Stunned; NATO Presser Goes Off-Script

Marco Rubio delivered one of the strangest moments of his Portugal visit after getting distracted mid-press conference while discussing narcotics

8,000 Pakistani Troops In Saudi? Munirs Houthi War Begins Without Parliament Nod

Pakistan has admitted that its forces are already on the ground in Saudi Arabia as the Houthi conflict intensifies. The military has not disclose

There Will Never Be Another Nana: Akshay Kumar, Rajinikanth, Virat, Anupam Kher Pay Tribute

Nana Patekars sudden demise at 75 has left the film industry and fans mourning the loss of one of Indian cinemas most distinctive actors. From Pr

French Mayor Confronts Police To Shield Teen Protesters, Tear-Gassed As Viral Video Sparks Row

A viral video shows Saint-Denis Mayor Bally Bagayoko standing between police and teenage protesters in Paris, urging officers to stop. Bagayoko s

'Contest UP polls from Ayodhya': Akhilesh Yadav dares CM Yogi Adityanath

Akhilesh Yadav has urged Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to contest the upcoming assembly elections from Ayodhya. He indicated plans to visit the

Bhuvneshwar Kumars Return: Experience Key for T20 Series, Says Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak

Sitanshu Kotak highlights Bhuvneshwar Kumars experience as crucial for Indias T20 series against New Zealand following his IPL success. Bhuvneshw

US suspends Microsoft, Infosys, TCS, Wipro and five other IT giants from green card programme

Government notifies CAPF Act amid pending challenge in Supreme Court

Serving CAPF officers have challenged the law, which will impact cadre management and the deputation of Indian Police Service officers to senior

BRS To Mark 10 Years Of KCR Rule With Decade Of Progress Celebrations

BRS Nizamabad district president and former Armoor MLA A. Jeevan Reddy said on Thursday that the celebrations would be held at the BRS district o

Burning Of Farm Pumps As Additional Burden On Farmers In Karimnagar

Farmers and mechanics say the burning of pump sets is due to low voltage and frequent power cuts: Reports

Ratan Tatas beloved pet dog 'Goa' survives car accident outside Bombay House

Ratan Tata's pet dog Goa was injured in a car accident outside Bombay House on Thursday. After being given medical attention, Goa is reportedly r

Out Of Diapers For Baby? Indian Railways Responds Quickly To Passenger's Request Via RailMadad

A passenger running out of diapers during a train journey gets quick help via RailMadad.

12,204 Voters Deleted Via Form-7 Requests: Officials

Officials deleted 12,204 voter names after scrutinising 24,323 Form-7 applications during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

BJP Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Protest Against Election Commissioner, Accuses Him of Spreading Chaos

BJP leaders strongly oppose Rahul Gandhis demand for the resignation of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, labeling it a chaotic distraction. B

Trump says US will not attack Iran before November midterm elections

Trump says US-Iran discussions are productive and rules out an attack on Iran before the November 3 midterm elections, while the US blockade of I

Won't attack Iran before November 3 midterm polls, says Trump

Won't attack Iran before November 3 midterm polls, says Trump

Frances student stir intensifies in Paris; schools shut, police fire tear gas

What would make your life easier? Martin Lewis asks public for

This 'Mind-Reading' AI Can Recreate Images Seen By The Human Brain

The technology analyses activity recorded during fMRI scans and translates those neural signals back into visual images.

Micro units await details on SME Growth Fund

CAPF Law Comes Into Force Amid Officers SC Challenge

The CAPF General Administration Act, 2026, has come into force as officers challenge its provisions on recruitment, promotions and deputation in

'Complied With Every Law, Why No Licence?' Elon Musk On Starlink Row

Musk had initially said the satellite internet service was being blocked by some oligarchs.

Extraordinary Actor, Intimidating Persona

Nana Patekars career was marked by towering performances, fiery fallouts and generosity that existed alongside famously volatile nature

Thanks, says Elon Musk after Rahul Gandhi replies to post on Starlink row

Thanks, says Elon Musk after Rahul Gandhi replies to post on Starlink row

MP draws 90,000 crore investment proposals, 14,000 jobs in sight

Pharma, textiles, semiconductors, energy and infrastructure companies show interest at Mumbai investment dialogue

Indian students make extraordinary contributions: University of Arizona president

Karnataka Chief Minister Hints at Positive News on Pending Funds After Meeting with Finance Minister

Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar shares optimism about pending state funds after discussions with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Karnataka Chie

US probes Harvard, MIT over J-1 visa fraud

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 8 (IANS) The Trump administration on Thursday announced investigations into nine leading American universities, in

Revenue Department imposes 60,000 fine on resident for felling tree in Coimbatore

'We will not be attacking Iran': Trump rules out US strike before November 3

US President Donald Trump has said the United States will not attack Iran before the country's midterm elections on November 3, even as Tehran co

Dr. Romesh K. Japra receives prestigious HMEC Lifetime Achievement Award at 19th HMEC and 13th HMPC conference

Dr Abhilash Maroju LOS ANGELES: A major three-day gathering celebrating Hindu Dharma, temple leadership, spiritual service, and community empower

Delhi Liquor Shops To Stay Shut Tomorrow And Day After Amid Opposition Protests

The order, issued by the Delhi government's Excise Department on Thursday, comes as the city braces for another round of protests demanding the r

Woman claims 2.5 acres was ancestral after stepmother sold it; why HC rejected plea

The Madras High Court held that the property was not ancestral but self-acquired. As a result, under Hindu law, the man and his mother were legal

Government To Release AI Consultation Paper Within A Month: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Speaking at the launch of a MeitY-World Bank report on the promise of AI, Vaishnaw said the exercise would focus on safety, a human-first approac

Amitabh Bachchan pays emotional tribute to late Nana Patekar

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Veteran Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has offered his condolences to the late acting legend Nana Pateka

Samay Raina slams claims of Ranbir Kapoor's IGL episode being scrapped over past relationship joke

Samay Raina has addressed rumours claiming Ranbir Kapoor's India's Got Latent 2 episode was held back over an alleged joke about his past relatio

Meta Muse not available in India: Instagram shows AI agent icon, users see 'not available in your country' message

Meta's new personal AI agent is appearing in Instagram's share section for some Indian users, but clicking the Get app option shows that the serv

NHRC admits complaint over Telangana true-up electricity charges

Hyderabad: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has accepted a complaint from a Hyderabad based lawyer against Telangana governments propo

Centre to cap trade margins on non-scheduled cancer drugs to 30% of MRP

Average trade mark-up on these drugs now around 170%, reaching 700% in some cases; intervention to cut prices by up to 70% of MRP, resulting in c

US freezes Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys green-card applications over alleged fraud

The Trump administration froze

Kerala Launches Special Voter Registration Drive from October 15

Kerala will conduct a special voter registration drive from October 15-31, aimed at enrolling new voters and updating the voter list. Kerala Laun

Excited to work with Harmanpreet, admired her from afar, says MI head coach Williams

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Newly appointed Mumbai Indians head coach Luke Williams expressed his delight at getting an opportunity to be

7,000 CRPF personnel pulled from Chattisgarh, Bengal deployed in Delhi ahead of CJPs October 10 protest

CRPF personnel asked to carry latest anti-riot equipment, operational-scale weapons, and prescribed ammunition; Home Minister Amit Shah stays put

Trump says US will not attack Iran before midterm elections in November

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Personal protective equipment market set to touch $4.84 bn in 7 years

Government fast tracks 186 research projects to design protective workwear for the Indian climate

'Is Ambani the real boss of India?': Elon Musk doubles down as govt rejects 'blocked entry' of Starlink charges

The government rejected Musk's allegations that oligarchs were blocking Starlink, saying all licensed satellite internet operators are undergoing

Girl student from Karaikudi found dead in Periyakulam; police book suspicious death

The Road Is Hers

Women bikers are riding past stereotypes, fear and the passenger seat, one throttle twist at a time

Former Nepal President Bidya Bhandari returns to active politics, joins CPN-UML leadership

Former Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari has returned to active politics by assuming the position of senior leader in the Communist Party of Ne

'Talent is talent': Graeme Smith backs SA20's youth-first approach after Jason Rowles' record bid

SA20 commissioner Graeme Smith has underlined the leagues commitment to backing young talent while insisting that age will not determine which pl

All liquor shops in Delhi to remain shut for 2 days in view of CJP protest: 'Preventive measure for public order'

Delhi government has ordered liquor stores across the city to remain closed on October 9 and 10 as a preventive measure to maintain public order

Geopolitical risks and monetary policy

Central banks need to factor in geopolitical risks before they materialise, not treat them as a sideshow

Consulate General of India, Los Angeles commemorates Gandhi Jayanti and Shastri Jayanti

LOS ANGELES: The Consulate General of India, Los Angeles commemorated the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bah

Nigeria proposes petrol price cap to curb fuel cost volatility

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Watch: Dhruv Rathee: Zero transparency, zero accountability from Election Commission

Keralam govt. allocates over 600 cr. additional funds for Karunya health schemes

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Sale of nicotine pouches should be banned

FTSE 100 slips as bond yields hit multi-decade highs, energy shares soar

London stocks slipped on Thursday

Hundreds of thousands of dollars and a Putin ally: Why two Trump operatives' Bosnia work is drawing GOP scrutiny

The involvement of Trump associates James Blair and Chris LaCivita in advising Milorad Dodik has raised ethical concerns. Their work for Dodik to

SAREX-2026: Coast Guard, Navy and Stakeholders Rehearse Sea Rescue off Odisha Coast

The Indian Coast Guard conducted the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) off Paradip, Odisha, under the aegis of the N

Ola Electric plunges nearly 10% as 1,000-cr rights issue puts shareholders in a bind

The stock touched 32.70 on the NSE, down 9.96 per cent from Wednesdays 36.32 close, before recovering to 34.63, a decline of 4.65 per cent

Nitin Gadkari Promises Swift Action on NH-66 and NH-966 Projects in Kerala

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari assures Keralas CM of expedited work on NH-66 and swift approval for NH-966 within three months. Nitin Gadkari Promi

Texas student returns to college after 10 years, earns national leadership honour

Nadda Says India Close To TB Elimination Goal

India is close to its TB elimination target, with TB incidence down 21% and treatment coverage reaching 92%, J.P. Nadda said.