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While the bulletin forecasts a heatwave in isolated pockets of Ratnagiri, it does not explicitly indicate a yellow heat alert across Maharashtra. Several districts are expected to experience dry weather, while others may receive light to moderate rainfall accompanied by lightning and gusty winds

The airline will operate four weekly flights between Delhi and Kansai International Airport in Osaka using its Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The new service aims to strengthen air connectivity between India and Japan amid growing demand for travel between the two countries

Aneet Padda has praised her Saiyaara co-star and best friend Ahaan Panday, recalling how he supported her during emotional scenes. As the duo prepares to reunite with director Mohit Suri for an upcoming film, Padda talks about their friendship and creative understanding

As Jailer 2 hit the screens on October 15, 2026, Hrithik Roshan's cameo in the film has gone viral on the internet. Clips of the actor's special appearance were leaked online, garnering praise from viewers

Delhi received moderate rain on Thursday, October 15, after days of October heat. The IMD issued an orange alert warning of rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 4060 kmph until 2 pm. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 29 degrees Celsius

India has opened a control room at the Indian Haj Pilgrims Office in Makkah to assist Umrah pilgrims affected by flight disruptions between India and Saudi Arabia. The Jeddah helpline remains operational as authorities advise travellers to check flight status and contact airlines

Wildfires in Indonesia have triggered a severe air pollution crisis across Southeast Asia, turning skies orange in Palangkaraya and pushing pollution levels higher in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Thick haze has reduced visibility, forced school closures in East Timor and raised health concerns among residents

Piyush Goyal said the first tranche of the bilateral trade agreement had reached the final stages of preparation, but its implementation would depend on securing the intended competitive advantage for Indian businesses in the US market

Dhanush has praised Rajinikanths Jailer 2, calling it a MUST MUST MUST watch and a feast for every Thalaivar fan. Director Karthik Subbaraj, actor Vishnu Vishal and producer Naga Vamsi also lauded the film after watching its first-day shows

As Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 was released in theatres on October 15, 2026, cinema halls across the country and even overseas turned into massive celebrations. People were seen bathing Rajinikanth's poster with milk, garlanding the posters and dancing to dhol beats

Amit Sana has reflected on the long-running debate over his Indian Idol Season 1 finale against Abhijeet Sawant, saying the rivalry has faded with time. There is absolutely no awkwardness, he told mid-day ahead of their reunion on Indian Idol Legends Return

Prajakta Koli revealed that she and co-star Rohit Saraf struggled to come to terms with the idea of leaving their characters behind. She also opened up about the possibility of Mismatched returning as a movie.

Richa Chadha has travelled to Delhi to celebrate husband Ali Fazals birthday while he shoots for an upcoming situational comedy. Speaking about the occasion, the actor said, Its never about grand celebrations; its about making beautiful memories with each other

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi issued notices to the poll panel, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi

Nine people have been arrested after a 53-year-old employee of a Rajkot precious metal refinery was shot dead during a robbery. Four alleged robbers fled with gold and silver worth around Rs 1.53 crore. Police said all the stolen valuables have been recovered with Rajasthan Police's help

Prajakta Shukre opens up about her equation with Rahul Vaidya and Abhijeet Sawant, revealing exclusively to mid-day that she is no longer really in touch with Vaidya and remains closest to Sawant. The Indian Idol Season 1 singer also discusses reuniting with Amit Sana for Legends Return

The BJP spokesperson alleged that the objective was to bring about a change in government through street protests rather than through democratic political processes

The projects include a new passenger terminal at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh, the 298-km Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road, power infrastructure upgrades, India's first Petroglyph Conservation Park and 40 water bodies developed under Project Him Sarovar

AAP Delhi president Saurabh Bharadwaj has filed a complaint with the Delhi Police Commissioner, alleging life-threatening assaults by police and paramilitary personnel during recent protests. He has sought an FIR for alleged criminal conspiracy and warned of approaching the court

In a letter dated October 13, the Bar body stressed that an independent and effective judicial system was essential to constitutional democracy and the rule of law

A roof collapse at a school in Peshawar, northwest Pakistan, killed 21 pupils and a teacher on Thursday, a hospital official said. More than 30 people were injured, with six reportedly in critical condition. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed condolences to the bereaved families

An 18-year-old man, Abhay Vishwakarma, died after allegedly being hit by the Krishak Express near Tendua village in Uttar Pradeshs Ballia district on Wednesday night. Police informed his family, took custody of the body and said further legal proceedings are underway

Malhar Patekar has reflected on his father Nana Patekars final moments and spoken about coping with his loss. He also addressed online speculation about their family bond, crediting his parents resilience for helping him through the difficult time.

Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 has garnered mixed early reactions on X (formerly Twitter), while some viewers were in praise of the superstar and the director, others felt the action-packed sequel lost its momentum in the second half.

Security personnel are checking the premises. No suspicious objects have been found at the schools so far, they said. Further investigation is underway

Manoj Bajpayee-starrer Ghooskhor Pandat has been renamed Gajab Raat following Notab

Department of Telecommunications has directed telecom operators to roll out Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service across India from November 1, 2026. The feature will display callers names alongside their phone numbers on 4G and higher-generation networks, with safeguards for privacy and security

The women were detained during a verification drive conducted on Tuesday at a residential premises in Marunji, within the jurisdiction of Hinjewadi police station

Three Indian nationals studying in Germany, aged 25, 26 and 27, died in a fire in Bochum. German police have provisionally arrested a 41-year-old building resident after investigators ruled out a technical fault, while the cause and circumstances remain under investigation

The Delhi High Court agreed to hear a plea seeking to stop Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipkes proposed October 16 protest at Connaught Place Central Park. The plea cites concerns over holding demonstrations at the busy public venue during the Dussehra weekend

As filmmaker Zoya Akhtar turned a year older on Wednesday, her cousin and director Farah Khan shared a fun birthday wish for her on social media.Farah, Farhan and Zoya are first cousins from the maternal side

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Modi government after Ankita Bhandaris parents were detained during a protest near India Gate and released around 5 am on Thursday. The family has given the Centre 24 hours to cancel Dushyant Kumar Gautams appointment as Sikkim governor until the CBI probe is completed

Southern beauty Krithi Shetty is all set to step into Bollywood with Rohit Shetty-backed forthcoming romantic entertainer, Hum Tere Pyaar Mein. The film is directed by Vidhi Ghodgaonkar

After Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte died by suicide at the age of 34, reports suggest that the actor was given an ultimatum by his fiancee, Kennedy Suarez, to choose between her or his mother. Mitte was seemingly close to his mother and sister, Lacianne,

Actor Imran Khan, whose participation and detention during the CJP protest in Mumbai on October 10 sparked a debate, has now been directed to leave the country by October 28. The Mumbai Police issued a notice to the actor under the relevant provisions of the Immigration Act

Heavy police deployment was witnessed in Amritsar on Thursday as farmers and workers organisations called a Punjab bandh over the alleged murder of anti-drug activist Parminder Singh Jhota in Mansa

Just before Dussehra, Yami Gautam visited Lord Ram's birthplace, Ayodhya, to seek blessings ahead of presenting a story about the victory of good over evil. The actress offered prayers at the sacred temple, creating a blissful moment of gratitude before the release of her film Nayyi Navelli.

The case was registered at the Museum police station in Thiruvananthapuram following a complaint submitted by Vijayan to the Kerala police chief

Air France and United Airlines are restricting crew assignments on flights to Israel amid stricter enforcement of nationality rules. An Ethiopian Airlines flight was also ordered to return to Addis Ababa after Israeli authorities identified an Indonesian pilot on board, reports said

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called for urgent reform of multilateral institutions at the Raisina Dialogue in Abu Dhabi, advocating stronger cooperation among smaller groups of countries. He highlighted the India-UAE partnership and held bilateral talks with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan

Ahead of Jailer 2 with Rajinikanth, Vidya Balan opened up about being labelled as a 'jinx' in South Indian cinema. She recalled how she was replaced in films before shooting began due to the label

Satyaki submitted a written communication, known as a pursis, before Judicial Magistrate First Class Amol Shinde of the special MP/MLA court in Pune on Wednesday, seeking restrictions on questions concerning his personal life, daily routine and attendance at public events

Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested an education extension officer and a Zilla Parishad school teacher in Maharashtras Beed district for allegedly demanding a Rs 40,000 bribe from a headmaster in exchange for a favourable inquiry report. The teacher was caught accepting Rs 20,000

Tatkare raised concerns over the severity of the drought situation in the state and requested the Centre to provide the necessary support to affected regions

The combination of high temperatures and humidity could make conditions particularly uncomfortable, especially during the afternoon. The IMD has also warned of the possibility of heatwave conditions in parts of the region

Drishyam 3 earned Rs 5.25 crore on its day 13, its lowest single-day collection so far, taking its domestic net collection to Rs 328.75 crore. As it enters its third week, the Ajay Devgn-starrer faces a new challenge with Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 arriving in theatres.

India cricket superstars LinkedIn debut goes viral as he reveals vision to build a sports platform

I didnt know what it was. You suddenly feel dizzy and conscious of your breathing, Horner said, recalling his panic attacks

A 19-year-old man, Alexandros Paporakis, has been charged in Illinois over an alleged plan to attack a Hindu temple. Authorities said his rifle reportedly jammed, while a co-workers tip led to his arrest and the recovery of weapons, ammunition and body armour

The match was held ahead of the Earthshot Prize awards ceremony, part of the British royals environmental initiative, which will take place in Mumbai on November 17