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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Trump administration froze

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

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

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Central Team Arrives In Maharashtra To Assess Drought

An 11-member Central team has arrived in Maharashtra to assess drought damage, crop losses, water shortages and the need for relief.

'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

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

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

Nigeria

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

London stocks slipped on Thursday

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

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.

Nana Patekars Mortal Remains Leave Goa for Pune, State Funeral Planned

Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar announced that Patekar will be accorded a state funeral in recognition of his contribution to

Soccer-Southampton's Eckert welcomes clarity after FA 'spygate' verdict

Southampton manager Tonda Eckert said he had accepted

From Regional Talent to National Strength: J

Prof. B. S. Sahay Director, IIM Jammu A nations progress becomes meaningful when its young people can see a future for themselves within it. For

Narayana distributes 1,320 bicycles for Nellore students

Indian Christian Day / Yeshu Bhakti Divas

ARTESIA, CALI: The Indian Christian Day / Yeshu Bhakti Divas celebration was a great success! Everyone was excited about the program, and we were

Odisha sand artists pay tribute to Nana Patekar through moving sand animation

A moving sand art animation has been created as an emotional tribute to veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar following his demise. The artwork captu

Odishas Chief Minister Calls for Urgent Focus on Health, Nutrition, and Education

Odishas CM Mohan Charan Majhi emphasizes urgent action in health, nutrition, and education to strengthen society during a high-level meeting. Odi

M-KOPA Built Its Name On Solar

Africa-focused fintech M-KOPA reported a 45% surge in revenue to USD 600 M for its 2025 financial year, a milestone that underscores how the Keny

South African anti-migrant protests turn violent, with cars torched, gunshots fired

Anti-migrant protests in South

Ethereum Researcher Warns A.I. Could Break Blockchain Encryption Before Quantum Computers

Set Trending Topics as a preferred source on Google. For years, quantum computers were seen as the biggest threat to Bitcoin and Ethereum. Now th

Inspector of Police attacked with knife in Sivaganga district; suspect beaten by public

Rahul Gandhi, CJP and the Risk of Anarchy

The political debate surrounding Rahul Gandhi and the CJP has increasingly raised questions about whether their approach to confronting the gover

Trump says he will not attack before US elections in November

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25 years of Sewa: Narendra Modi

Jagdish Sewhani October 7 marks an extraordinary milestone in the public life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Twenty-five years ago, on October

Drones target Eritrean troops inside Ethiopia, conflict monitor says

Drone strikes

New-look India go down 0-4 to Russia in womens football friendly

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) A new-look Indian womens football team suffered a 0-4 defeat against Russia in the first of their two intern

Keralam to organise Statewide campaign for students mental health

The campaign, titled Learn Happily (Santhoshathode Padikkam), will be held from October 12 to 17 in government schools and all government-control

Once Ubiquitous, Postcard Turns Into A Hobby

Hyderabad residents are reviving the postcard as a hobby, embracing handwritten messages, slow communication and the nostalgia of waiting for mai

Cgarh; Court Sentences 3 To Death, Another To Life Imprisonment In Killing Of Cops Wife And Daughter

The case relates to rape and murder of 35-year-old wife and killing of 11-year-old daughter of a police head constable by the history-sheeter Sah

Lead, Innovate and Create: MoE Director Calls on CUO Students to Transform Agriculture

Lead, innovate and create should be the guiding objective for students in todays rapidly changing world, said Subrat Kumar Pradhan, Director, Dep

Mumbai-based activist and ASIF delegation allege detention by State police

All India Students Federation (AISF) members alleged that police attempted to arbitrarily detain a student delegation travelling aboard the 12779

INDIA bloc steps up anti-EC protest, BJP accuses Opposition of targeting institutions (Lead)

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Opposition continued its protest in Delhi for the third consecutive day on Thursday, demanding the res

25 years after toppling the Taliban, Washington dealing with regime it never recognised

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Taliban, driven from power by a US-led invasion that began October 7, 2001, is once again the ruler of

SC Seeks Permanent Lifeline For SMA Care

Depending on individual circumstances, corporate social responsibility (CSR) contributions may come forward: Chief Justice Kant

bp chief meets PM, Oil Minister; to bid in OALP rounds

bp discusses technical collaboration with ONGC to enhance production from Mumbai High and Western offshore

Akhilesh Yadav Challenges Yogi Adityanath to Contest from Ayodhya

Akhilesh Yadav dares Yogi Adityanath to run for elections from Ayodhya, citing BJPs struggles in the region ahead of 2024 polls. Akhilesh Yadav C

MEA salutes men, women of IAF for defending India

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday extended greetings to the Indian Air Force on Air Force Day, saluting its personnel for their courag

Veteran actor Nana Patekar dies of cardiac arrest: Why every minute counts

Beed: Wife's 112 Call Leads To Suicide Bid Foiled

A man's suicide attempt in Beed, Maharashtra, was thwarted when his wife alerted emergency helpline 112. Police swiftly responded, broke into the

Trump: US having productive talks with Iran, will not attack before US elections in November

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the United States is having productive discussions with Iran and will not launch an attack on the coun

US Suspends Microsoft From Green Card Program, Citing Alleged Fraud

In a wide-ranging announcement Thursday, Vance and other top administration officials also called out universities over their use of J-1 visas fo

Wait till you discover: Rahul Gandhi reacts as Elon Musk ups ante over Indias telecom rules

Rahul Gandhi took a swipe at Indias telecom regulations after Elon Musk questioned why Starlink is yet to receive an operating licence despite fi

GST Council: No more arrest powers, no rate rejig

GST reforms shift focus towards faster refunds, simpler compliance and proportionate enforcement

Eye care awareness rally taken out in Madurai

Two killed in separate road accidents in Balanagar, Miyapur

AI is changing pilgrims

In 2025, two scholars of religion decided to make a multiday pilgrimage along the Kumano Kod

Russia's Yandex says unclear whether data centre can be restored after drone strike

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Plating matters: How sauce placement can make a dish appear healthier

Our experience of eating is shaped by the combined influence of vision, smell, touch and taste. The way food is presented can shape diners

Ishan Kishans Maturity Praised by Indias Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak Ahead of T20 Match

Sitanshu Kotak commends Ishan Kishans growth as a player ahead of the T20 match against West Indies in Ranchi. Ishan Kishans Maturity Praised by

IIM Jammu, NASSCOM, J&K govt to host GCC summit to unlock region's investment potential

Jammu, Oct 8: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir government and NASSCOM as knowledge par

Telangana advises farmers to opt for crops requiring less water in rabi

Water shortage likely due to the continued impact of El Nino, says State Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao

Chopper Snag Grounds Direct Flights To Kedarnath, Badrinath

Helicopter services from helipads near Kedarnath were continuing: Officials

15-Min Promise To Traffic Chaos: What Went Wrong With Delhis Barapullah Phase 3?

Delhis Barapullah Phase III was built to cut travel time between Mayur Vihar and South Delhi, but within days of its opening, the new corridor be

MADUROS WIFE HEALTH SCARE: Big Heart Attack Behind Bars, Trump Panics After 11 Kg Weight-Loss

Cilia Flores, the wife of captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, has reportedly suffered a possible minor heart attack while in U.S. custo

France Student Protests Spread Across Europe; 4 Nations See Unrest | Watch

Fresh clashes erupted between riot police and student protesters in Paris on October 8 as France's school protests entered their third week.Teena

Life insurers new business premium rose 21% in Sept to 48,780 crore

In the non-life insurance segment, gross direct premium underwritten rose 6.12% for September to 32,951.16 crore

All-India girls football tournament begins in Belagavi

FSSAI issues notice to Dr. Reddys, Nestle Health Science, e-comm players over misleading claims

The notice was issued regarding non-compliant advertising and claims for Celevida GLP+ on e-commerce platforms

Two Kochi-Riyadh flights cancelled over security concerns

Akasa Air and Saudia flights from Kochi cancelled amid reported disruptions at Riyadh airport

UPDATE 5-Venezuela's Maduro,

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Kerala to hold special drive for voter enrolment and roll revision

Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 8 (IANS) Kerala will conduct a statewide special drive for electoral roll revision and enrolment of new vo

Case filed against Thiruvananthapuram Mayor V.V. Rajesh over Sugathans forged signatures

Mayor serves defamation notice to LDF leader seeking a compensation of 5 crore over the allegations regarding the attendance register..

FSSAI flags GLP-1 food claims, cracks down on rotten food, pesticide-tainted raisins

Gym Jihad Shock in Gujarat

The Gym Jihad controversy has erupted in Gujarat after police arrested a gym owner in Surendranagar following a raid that reportedly uncovered mo

Dasara Elephant Stops Mid-Way Of Jumbo Savari Procession Rehearsal In Mysuru, Rested

The daily rehearsal of tamed elephants was to end at Bannimantap starting from Mysore Palace premises: Reports

Market better, brand better: Dy CM to entrepreneurs at RBSM 2.0

Shillong, Oct 8: Deputy Chief Minister in charge Commerce & Industries Sniawbhalang Dhar said the International Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet (RBSM)

Odisha Bandh Turns Chaotic as CM Majhi Slams INDIA Bloc for Targeting Ordinary Citizens

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has sharply criticised the manner of protests during a statewide bandh called by the INDIA bloc, accusin

Suryas Film Seen Unveils First Song, Aathi Iva Yara, to Fans Delight

The first song from Suryas much-anticipated film Seen has been released, exciting fans ahead of its Diwali debut on November 6. Suryas Film Seen

Youth lead dialogue at Lakshmi Puri book launch

ORANGE, Calif.: Youth leadership and literary achievement took center stage as more than 150 guests gathered for the Youth Civics Think Tank (YCT

PM Modi welcomes fresh round of GST reforms

New Delhi, Oct 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the new round of GST reforms approved by the GST Council and said its focus w

PM Modi welcomes fresh GST reforms to ease compliance, speed up refunds

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the new round of GST reforms approved by the GST Council and said its focus was to take faster

Statewide special enrolment drive for electoral roll revision in Keralam from October 15

From October 15 to October 31, form distribution will be arranged and digital help desks set up at village offices. Applicants only need to submi

CCMB Distributes Climate-Resilient Rice Seeds To Farmers To Study Ability To Withstand Infections

CCMB and ICAR-IIRR distributed climate-resilient rice seeds to farmers in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri to study their resistance to infections and harsh s

NITK Surathkal starts using water stocked at NITKere

Ahead of CJP protest, Delhi govt shuts down liquor vends on Oct 9, 10

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) In a preventive measure for maintaining public order ahead of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest, the Del

NMC Bans Fake AI Patient Reviews, Misleading Medical Ads

Doctors, Hospitals Barred From Making Unverified No. 1 And 100% Success Claims: Reports

Tirupati: Govt Issues Notices to 11 Engineers Over Alleged Irregularities

State government has issued notices to 11 Roads and Buildings (R&B) engineers over alleged violations in road widening and high-level bridge work

Threat videos surface ahead of October 10 Jantar Mantar protest; Delhi Police say monitoring posts

Videos allegedly call for men to reach Jantar Mantar with batons and confront protesters; CJP urges Delhi Police to prevent right-wing extremists

Letters to the Editor dated October 8, 2026

Ajay Devgn mourns the death of Nana Patekar with a heartfelt note: His presence was powerful, his performances unforgettable

Ajay Devgn has joined several members of the film fraternity in mourning the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar. On Thursday, October 8, the ac