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Periyar Arivulagam is Dravidian model governments brainchild, says Stalin

Stalin also listed several library and other knowledge-centre projects undertaken by the DMK government, including the Anna Centenary Library in

U.S. military says latest strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean kills 4

The latest attack brings the number of people who have been killed in boat strikes by the U.S. military to at least 235 in 70 strikes

Eating out in Mumbai to get costlier as restaurants plan 1015% menu price hike

AHAR cites rising cooking gas prices, food costs, rentals and wages; revised rates likely to be introduced in the coming weeks

Telangana ACB nabs 2 Rajanna Sircilla officials over Rs 8000 bribe

Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday, October 15, arrested a Tehsildar cum Sub-Registrar in Rajanna Sircilla distric

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Address attacks on Hindu temples in the U.S., MEA says

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom is presenting a distorted and selective picture of India, the Ministry of External Affairs

Flash flood sweeps away houses, bridges in Nepal's Gorkha

The cause of the sudden surge remains unclear

ADB, Japan back AM Greens renewable ammonia plant in Kakinada

The investment includes a $100 million loan from Asias Private Infrastructure Fund 2, financed by the JICA and administered by ADB

India unveils steel policy aiming for 604 million tonne capacity by 2047

Policy lays out plans to cut sector emissions and shore up access to iron ore and coking coal

India's Ramsar Sites Rise To 103 As Chandigarh's Sukhna Wetland, UP's Sauj Jheel Join Global List

Box Office Collection [October 15]: How much did Drishyam 3, Jailer 2 and Hanuman Ansh earn on Thursday

Rajinikanth's Tamil action thriller Jailer 2 has hit theatres, adding to the box office competition with films such as Drishyam 3 and Hanuman Ans

Stringent traffic curbs in Delhi as CJP protest enters second day

The restrictions come amid a security clampdown following a call for protest by CJP and prominent student organisations demanding the removal of

Reliance rebuts Musk's allegations, says rules apply equally to all

Reliance said it welcomes domestic and foreign competition, stressing that all satellite service providers, including Jio, must follow the same r

Elon Musk accuses Ambani supporters of hypocrisy over Starlinks India entry

The dispute highlights growing tensions over satellite broadband competition, consumer choice and the regulatory framework governing services in

Saudi airport attack kills 12, injures over 300; Trump weighs military intervention

Saudi Arabia faces mounting security concerns as airport operations halt, international travel warnings spread and regional fighting intensifies

West Asian crude oil exports exceed pre-war levels but tanker attacks increase

Exports averaged 18 million bpd between March 2025 and February this year before the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran began

Trump says he is talking to Russia and China about denuclearisation

Russia has the most stored nuclear warheads followed by the United States and China, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Inst

CUK Vande Mataram seminar draws student organisations ire

SFI, NSUI and MSF seek clarity from university administration on the programmes nature, objectives and institutional basis

Stray dogs at Kozhikode railway station leave passengers wary

Passengers raise safety concerns over aggressive stray dogs on all four platforms; Railway, Corporation officials point to each others responsibi

PM Modi to visit to Canada on December 11 and 12

Sources added that PM Modi will be visiting U.S. for the G20 summit from December 13 to December 15, 2026

'Significant remorse': Toddler by her side, UAE royal seen passed out London street after heavy cocaine use

An Emirati royal was found unconscious on a west London street after taking cocaine in the days before the incident, while a young child in her c

Three dogs per household? Ernakulam District panchayat weighs new pet rules

Plans include stronger licensing of pet owners and breeders, along with microchipping and other measures to track dogs and curb pet abandonment;

Flood fears rise with flyover plan at Puthukkad in Keralam

Residents seek pillar-supported structure citing drainage disruption and growing vulnerability to waterlogging

SOUKYA forays into accessible healthcare with SUGHA; international venture in Portugal in the offing

The first hospital under SUGHA format is scheduled to open mid-2027 in Hoskote

Security deployed around Connaught Place ahead of CJP's 'Tiranga' march

Meanwhile, traffic movement on certain roads in and around Connaught Place is likely to be affected from 3 pm on Friday, Delhi Traffic Police sai

Keralam nuns Stand By Me comes to home terrain

Stand by Me is a clothing venture of the three nuns who had stood by a nun who accused former Jalandhar Bishop Franco Mulakkal of rape. The bisho

Indian Youth Congress Protesters Detained by Delhi Police Amid Traffic Advisory

Indian Youth Congress members were detained by Delhi police during a protest, prompting a traffic advisory in the city. Indian Youth Congress Pro

OnePlus Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro Spotted on Google List Ahead of Expected Launch

The OnePlus Ace 7 series could launch soon, as the unannounced OnePlus Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro have appeared on Googles official Play Supported Devic

Speeding Car Overturns on HuzurabadKarimnagar Highway, One Dead

The impact was so severe that the vehicle was completely mangled. Sai Kiran died on the spot.

Security forces deployed in and around Connaught Place ahead of 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest

Security forces have been deployed in Connaught Place for a planned protest by Abhijeet Dipke. Traffic disruptions are anticipated in and around

'Question mark on my married life': In video, Uttarakhand minister accuses husband of plotting to kill her

Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Rekha Arya has lodged a complaint against her husband Girdhari Lal Sahu, accusing him of assaulting her and conspiri

Power Cut in Bhilwara Today, October 16: 4-Hour Electricity Shutdown in Several Areas

Bhilwara : Several areas of Bhilwara will face a four-hour power cut on Friday, October 16, due to electricity maintenance work. According to AVV

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Q2 Results Today, 16th October 2026 Live Updates: Stay tuned to get real-time market, business and financial news updates

UP Chief Minister Highlights Transformation Over Nine Years

CM Yogi Adityanath emphasizes safety, encouragement, and sports facilities in Uttar Pradeshs transformation over the past nine years. UP Chief Mi

U.S. lawmakers express outrage over foiled plot to attack Hindu temple in Illinois

Indian-American Congressman from Illinois, Raja Krishnamoorthi, said he and his family were at the temple when the 19-year-old mans planned attac

3 children, teacher killed in Oregon school shooting; shooter dead

A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, killing three children and a teacher before he was shot by a pers

Hyundai to recall over 94,600 US vehicles over seat motor fire risk

Hyundai Motor America is recalling 94,622 vehicles in the US over a fire risk caused by overheating seat motors. The affected vehicles include ce

Indias family offices bet on homegrown AI firms to gain ground

Indias tech landscape is witnessing an influx of investments from family offices and wealthy individuals. Key players like Premji Invest and Clay

Shares on track for higher open on lower Treasury yields, SEBI relief

GIFT Nifty futures were at 23,082 at 7:52 a.m. IST, indicating a positive start for Nifty 50, which closed at 22,997.35 on Thursday

Abhijit Dipke Ready to Face Arrest for Flying the National Flag

Abhijit Dipke of the Cockroach Peoples Party vows to peacefully protest against restrictions on displaying the Indian flag, even if it leads to a

Delhi Tiranga Lehrao flag march: Traffic advisory and roads to avoid

The march has been called at 5 p.m. by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke. The authorities have, however, closed Central Park in Connaught Place for two

Aamir Khans nephew Imran Khan faces backlash; film industry veterans back leave India notice

Escalation in hostilities in West Asia deeply worrying: India tells UNSC

India reiterated the need for immediate de-escalation and the resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy

Fairfax must merge CSB or exit one bank within 2 years: DIPAM Secy Arunish Chawla

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved Fairfax Financial Holdings' acquisition of a majority stake in IDBI Bank. The next steps i

South Korean shares set for biggest weekly fall since 2008 on AI worries

South Korean shares rebounded from a six-month low on Friday on dip buying but faced their biggest weekly loss in 18 years on AI worries

Netflix names ex-Disney executive Rice as content chief as Bajaria departs

Rice will oversee Netflix's content strategy from October 26, including series, films and live events across regions

Elon Musk unveils flying Tesla, says Turns out the future does have flying cars

Tesla flying car: Teslas next-generation Roadster has grabbed attention after Elon Musk shared a viral video showing the electric sports car driv

AI agents breach Indian firms systems, roam undetected for days, CERT-In warns

Indian Computer Emergency Response Team reported that AI agents attacked local organizations for unauthorized access and financial gain. These br

Nifty conquers 20-DMA, now eyes 50-DMA breakout at 23,500: Tech analysts

Nandish Shah of HDFC Securities expects the 22,776-22,800 resistance band to now act as immediate support, and sees near resistance in the 23,100

Nifty conquers 20-DMA, now eyes 50-DMA at 23,500: Tech analysts

Nandish Shah of HDFC Securities expects the 22,776-22,800 resistance band to now act as immediate support, and sees near resistance in the 23,100

Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG vs Tata Nexon iCNG: Engine, Mileage, Features and Price Compared

The Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG has entered the CNG SUV segment, taking on the Tata Nexon iCNG. Both SUVs feature a twin-cylinder CNG setup designed to

U.S. Intensifies Economic Pressure on Iran with New Sanctions Targeting Banks and Companies

The U.S. imposes new sanctions on Iranian-linked banks and companies, escalating economic pressure under the Trump administration. U.S. Intensifi

'I can always talk to you like this': On cam, IAS officer abuses woman during meeting

Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, an IAS officer, reportedly insulted a subordinate female officer during a video meeting. This incident has sparked widesprea

Delhiturnsfortressasthousandsaredetainedduringanti-CECprotest

At least 4,000 people detained since Saturday morning; CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka picked up from aircraft, soon af

Saif Ali Khan's Mumbai office lease to fetch 14.64 crore over five years

Saif Ali Khan leases Andheri office space for 22.77 lakh monthly rent

Govt raises petrol export duty to 2.5/litre, cuts diesel duty to 8.5

The export duties are currently reviewed every fortnight and adjusted in line with movements in international crude oil and petroleum product pri

Stocks to watch: Jio Fin, Yes Bank, Wipro, L&T Fin, Angel One, Urban Co

Urban Company, Federal Bank, Punjab National Bank, LTM, Bajaj Housing Finance, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals, DLF, Jindal Saw, Oberoi Rea

Leaders Pay Homage to Goddess Katyayani on Navratris Sixth Day

On the sixth day of Navratri, Indian leaders including Union Minister Manohar Lal and CM Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to Goddess Katyayani. Leade

India raises windfall tax on petrol, cuts duty on diesel

The export duty on petrol was raised to 2.5 ($0.0263) per litre from 0.5 per litre, while the duty on diesel exports was cut to 8.5 per litre fro

Mother, son among six people killed in Wisconsin plane crash

Madison: A 13-year-old boy and his mother were among the six people who died in a small plane crash in Wisconsin not long after the pilot reporte

CJP Tiranga rally: Movement around Connaught place likely to be affected, says Delhi Traffic police

New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Thursday (October 15, 2026) announced that Central Park in Connaught Place would remain closed to the publi

Six Cars Involved in Accident on PVNR Expressway Near Pillar 131

Police rushed to the spot and rescue operations were underway. According to preliminary reports, no one was injured in the accident.

Stock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals positive open; Asian markets rebound as tech shares recover

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Friday: The GIFT Nifty indicated a positive open for the Nifty50. Asian markets rebounded in early deals

US considers removing sanctions on some shadow fleet vessels to cut freight rates, official says

Discussions are ongoing regarding potential sanctions relief on shadow fleet vessels transporting legal oil and products. Companies would need to

YouTube Premium May Add Audiobooks to Subscription, Report Says

YouTube is reportedly in talks with publishers to bring audiobooks to its platform as part of its Premium subscription. According to a report by

Kanpur Police Capture Two Wanted Suspects in Cattle Slaughter Case After Shootout

Two suspects in a cattle slaughter case were arrested by Kanpur police following a shootout, leaving both injured and hospitalized. Kanpur Police

PM Modi to visit Canada from December 11-12: Here's what's on agenda as New Delhi-Ottawa bolster ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Canada on December 11 and 12 following a productiveconversation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney

Boost Mobile Partners with Mike Tyson for New Advertising Campaign

Boost Mobile has partnered with former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson for a new advertising campaign in the United States titled Whats Yo

Congress slams EC after its

New Delhi: The Congress on Thursday, October 15, took a swipe at the Election Commission after it emerged that the poll body will provide readabl

A plan exists for a fairer and healthier food system. Which party policies align best?

Auckland, Oct 16 (Conversation) Aotearoa New Zealand produces enough food annually to feed 40 million people most of it exported. Yet it is esti

Who Is Tejas Sudarshan? The Startup Founder Who Pitched His Ideas To PM Modi In 90 Seconds On Chennai Metro

Tejas Parthasarathi Sudarshan, founder of Winsen Labs, got this opportunity during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Chennai.

White House press secretary Katie Zacharia says she did not pass bar exam

Katie Zacharia, appointed as the new White House press secretary, admitted she never passed the bar exam. She graduated with a law degree from Pe

Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh weather today, October 16: Check IMD rain alerts, thunderstorm warnings and latest updates

Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh weather today, October 16: Rain and thunderstorms are likely across several districts, with Tamil Nadu under orange an

Bigg Boss 20: Qazi recalls saying no to Ekta Kapoor rockstar show; slams media scrutiny

After winning Fame Gurukul, Qazi Touqeer found himself at a crossroads as he received multiple offers. However, he declined a prominent role from

IndiGo extends cancellation of Saudi Arabia flights till Oct 24

Akasa Air has extended suspensions to Riyadh until Oct 24 and Jeddah until Oct 21 due to West Asia security concerns

Credit Card Debt, EMIs: Six Money Mistakes You Must Avoid In Your 30s

A hectic work schedule can make repayment dates easy to forget. But a missed credit-card payment can have consequences beyond late-payment charge

Oregon school shooting kills 3 children, teacher; gunman dead

Bend: A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, October 15, killing three children and a teacher before he

CJP Tiranga march LIVE | Delhi Police allows flag-waving by select group, urges public to stay away

The Delhi High Court refused to restrain the CJP from holding the proposed 'Tiranga Lehrao' protest in the national capital

Netflix names former Disney executive Rice as new content chief as Bajaria departs

Mr. Rice will oversee Netflix's content strategy from October 26, including series, films and live events across regions

Disgusting And Despicable: Vance Warns Against Selling White House Access

First of all, if somebody's selling access to the White House, that's disgusting and despicable, and they should suffer consequences, Vance told

From IAS to Politics: Divya Mittal Launches Jan Neeti Bharat Ahead of 2027 UP Polls

Politics rules over you. In Jan Neeti, you will be the ones who rule, Divya Mittal said, announcing the party's name and its decision to contest

Horoscope Today, October 16, 2026: Which Zodiac Signs May See Career Growth and Financial Gains?

October 16, 2026: Friday may bring career growth, financial progress and success in important tasks for some zodiac signs, while others may need

Kerala Man Kills Wife, Sends Family's Number To Employer Before Dying By Suicide

A police team rushed to the spot after receiving information and sent the bodies for a post-mortem examination.

Indian rice export prices hit over 1 year high on stronger rupee, crop supply concerns

Asian rice export prices have risen as Indian rates reach a one-year high amid supply concerns. Vietnamese prices are also increasing, expected t

Para-shuttlers challenge Para Asian Games non-selection in Delhi HC

Chirag Baretha, a decorated para-badminton player, and fellow para-shuttlers have filed a petition after being excluded from Indias 2026 Asian Pa

Shelter builds Hot Wheels wheelchair for tiny kitten, gets adopted

Gelato, a tiny kitten rescued from the streets with injuries, had difficulty using traditional wheelchairs due to his size. Innovative and compas

'Want To Shoot Jews': Israel Shares Letter By Ex-Hamas Chief's 10-Year-Old Son

The child also asks when his father will return and sleep with his arms around him, highlighting the personal longing expressed alongside the vio

World Bank should focus on mobilising greater private capital and creating jobs: FM

Sitharaman said productive, better-paid jobs remain the best way to reduce poverty and boost shared prosperity amid energy stress, trade fragment

Rajasthan Weather Update: Rain and Hailstorm Bring Temperature Down by 5 Degrees

Jaipur : Rajasthan has witnessed a major change in weather, with rain and hailstorms reported in several districts. According to the Meteorologic

US announces new Iran-related sanctions targeting 16 people, 10 entities

The United States has imposed sanctions on 16 individuals and 10 entities connected to Iran's financial operations. US Treasury Secretary Scott B