Budgam By-Election: NC, PDP yet to nominate candidates as deadline nears

Srinagar, Oct 17:As the last date for filing nomination papers for the Budgam by-election approaches, the two major regional parties including Na

India-Sri Lanka FTA needs to be upgraded: Lankan PM in Delhi

New Delhi: The India-Sri Lanka free trade agreement (FTA), signed way back in 1998, needs to be upgraded, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amaras

App Link Sent By Friend Costs Hyderabad Woman Of Rs 6.5 Lakh

Officials said the scammers made the app appear genuine by falsely portraying it as government-certified and police-authorised.

YSR Tadigadapa is Only Tadigadapa Now

The amendment was published in the Andhra Pradesh Gazette on Friday.

Telangana Cabinet Split Into Camps, Says Harish Rao

Senior BRS leader T. Harish Rao on Friday alleged that there was utter chaos in the state Cabinet which is now divided into two camps going at on

Letters to The Editor October 18, 2025

Minister Narayana Clarifies Viral Audio, Reviews Bheemili Development Works

Municipal administration minister Dr P Narayana visited Visakhapatnam on Friday, where former Pithapuram TDP MLA S.V.S Verma met him amid social

Claim, counterclaim: On India and foreign policy

India must speak out on world issues with moral clarity, not tactical ambiguity

AP Objects To Telanganas Attempt To Halt DPR For Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project

Andhra Pradesh has opposed a move by the Telangana government to halt the preparation of a Detailed Project Report for the Polavaram-Banakacherla

All artists are essentially propagandists

Known for subversive, sharp and thought-provoking storytelling, the two-time National Award winner talks about unchecked consumerism, changing na

Telangana High Court Upholds Preventive Detention of Jewel Thief

Nazim Aziz was booked under Section 307 of the BNS, which deals with theft with preparation for violence and was subsequently sent to Central Pri

Better global governance, led by China and India

China-India cooperation can increase the strength of multilateralism in international affairs

Pilot bamboo plantation project to restore traditional livelihoods of Kolam Adivasis in Adilabad district

Ex-top Maoist Says Successor to Slain CPI (Maoist) General Secretary Basavaraju Not Yet Chosen by CC

Rupesh, who was a Maoist CC member and chief of military intelligence wing of the outlawed CPI (Maoist), on Friday surrendered along with 209 oth

Blatant aggression: On the Trump administration and its Venezuela actions

The Trump administrations illegal intervention in Venezuela is built on false pretexts

U.S. has seized survivors after strike on suspected drug-carrying vessel in Caribbean

It is believed to be at least the sixth strike in the waters off Venezuela since early September, and the first to result in survivors who were p

The next steps for Afghanistan after the New Delhi visit

India must ensure a step-by-step engagement with Afghanistan, also ensuring that it projects its credentials as a humanitarian force to reckon wi

Bursting of firecrackers restricted to two hours following SC directive

It will be permitted between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.; total prohibition in place in zones near hospitals, religious places; only low

Teachers Warn Against Tamil Nadu Varsity Bill

The Bill seeks to ease land and approval requirements, paving the way for existing aided colleges to become private universities. Teachers warn t

Green India Challenge Revives Kolam Tribals Bamboo Craft in Adilabad

The Kolam tribes, classified as PVTG, are skilled bamboo artisans.

Odisha Police Announces Rs 4.3 Crore Reward For Information On Maoists

In a major crackdown against Left-Wing Extremism (LWE), the Odisha Police has rolled out a new incentive scheme offering cash rewards worth Rs 4.

Mahindra Group, Embraer ink pact to offer C-390 millennium aircraft to IAF

Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer Defense & Security and India's Mahindra Group have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to jointly offer the

Nitish Heads NDA Bihar Fight: JD(U)

Shah, Nitish meet amidst row over CM face

Right to freedom of speech and expression is in peril, says N. Ram

This is an interesting time for journalists as well as a challenging period for the media, he says

Prince Andrew says he's giving up the royal Duke of York title amid Epstein scandal

Prince Andrew has announced his departure from the title of Duke of York, a decision influenced by the renewed focus on his controversial ties to

What is mpox as first case in US confirmed without any travel history? How dangerous is it and is there any vaccine?

Mpox cases in US 2025: US health officials are investigating potential local transmission of a more dangerous mpox strain, 'clade I', in Californ

ET Graphics: Indias AI hardware imports jump 13% to $66.8 billion, US share rises

India's imports of AI-enabling goods surged by 13.1% to $66.8 billion in FY25, with the US contributing significantly. Processors, controllers, a

US government seizes $13.4 billion in Bitcoin from alleged Cambodian pig butchering scammer, raising anonymity and security questions

Authorities have seized a massive amount of bitcoin, valued at $15 billion. This seizure is part of a large asset forfeiture by the US Department

Nizamabad Gets Agricultural College After Decades

New college at Telangana University to start from 2025-26 with Rs 126 crore allocation

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Odisha Governor Tracks States Progress Through Raj Bhavan Dashboard

Odisha Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati on Friday held an interactive session with journalists from national and regional media, where he elabor

Nitin Kumar, Ali Samadi Lead From The Front as Jaipur Pink Panthers Outclass UP Yoddhas

From the opening minutes to the final whistle, the two-time champions were in complete control as Nitin Kumar and Ali Samadi both scored Super 10

Back in the Cauldron: Manchester United boss Amorim faces Anfield teston Sunday after Ratcliffes vote of confidence

Ruben Amorim, the manager of Manchester United, expressed gratitude towards co-owner Jim Ratcliffe for his unwavering support. He articulated the

PM Has No Time For Petty Politics: BJP On Tamil Nadu Minister's Funds Denied Charge

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu has accused the Union government of systematic and deliberate discrimination against the state

Adapt to emerging technologies, students urged

RGUKTAndhra Dean Sravani Duvvuri highlights the growing role of quantum technologies while inaugurating OMNITRIX 2025 hackathon at Siddhartha Aca

BC Bandh Likely to Shut Telangana Today

Apart from the Congress, political parties, including the BJP, BRS, and the Left, have extended their support to the call.

Trump for peace: New poll says he achieved what Obama and Biden never could in Middle East

A new poll shows Americans see Donald Trump as the Peace President after his Middle East peace deal. Many believe he did more for peace than Obam

Super-Sub Akshit Leads Charge as Dabang Delhi Fend off Resilient Tamil Thalaivas, Go Level on Points With Puneri Paltan

Dabang Delhi K.C. fended off a tough challenge from the Tamil Thalaivas as they secured an important 37-31 win at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium

Delhi 2020 riots: no physical evidence against me, Umar Khalid tells court

The communal violence that erupted in February 2020 claimed 53 lives and left hundreds displaced.

Hope War Will End Without Ukraine Needing Tomahawks: Trump During Meet With Zelensky

US President Donald Trump suggested Friday it would be premature to give Ukraine Tomahawk missiles, saying as he hosted Volodymyr Zelensky that h

Visualising climate change: Artist-led groups are using data to explore the climate crisis

Artists are stepping into the environmental conversation by utilizing data to depict the effects of climate change in innovative ways. In the hea

Six more agents of scamster Balaji Naik held in Nalgonda

Office vacancies fall in top cities as companies expand play

India's office market shows strong growth. Vacancy rates have hit a 17-quarter low. Occupiers are expanding their teams and office spaces. This a

India Inc thinks out of box for gift hampers this Diwali

Indian companies are upgrading Diwali gifts for employees. This year, expect wellness retreats, skill subscriptions, and travel vouchers. Traditi

India-Pakistan Women's ODI World Cup clash breaks global viewership records, becomes most-watched match ever

The first 13 matches of the tournament collectively reached over 60 million viewers, a five-fold increase from the previous edition, and accumula

Watch: How strong is the Indian passport?

How many countries can you visit without a visa on an Indian passport ?Well, the number has gone down. In 2025, an Indian passport gives you visa

DC Edit | Fact, Fiction Or Fantasy Let Trump Have His Say

The import of Russian oil is only a microscopic piece that several players, including Europeans and even Nato countries, have moved on a chequerb

Pics: Uddhav, Raj Thackeray's Families Come Together For Diwali Event

The growing bonhomie between the once estranged Thackeray cousins was on full public display on Friday as the two leaders and their family member

Government shutdown enters fourth week as congressional negotiations stall

The federal government shutdown continues into its fourth week with no resolution in sight. Trump administration efforts to mitigate impacts thro

United Nations says will 'take some time' to scale back Gaza famine

The U.N. World Food Programmes spokeswoman said 57 trucks in two convoys, carrying wheat flour and nutrition supplies, crossed in on October 16 a

Pawan Kalyan Reviews 100-Day Plan to Uplift Fishermens Livelihoods

Deputy CM urges skill training, infrastructure upgrades, and sustainable income initiatives for the Uppada region

Assocham to propose measures to cut imports

ASSOCHAM plans to propose cross-sectoral measures to the Centre aimed at reducing India's import dependence, specifying potential import reductio

Diwali in US: Know Diwali date, timing in major states; Which states have officially declared public holiday?

The festival of Diwali is not only a big and significant time in India but also in the USA where XYZ Indian expats have been living. Due to diffe

Two men nabbed with 15 kg of ganjanear Red Hills

India widens hunt for rare earths eyes Chile, Peru trade deals to ease supply

India is actively working to secure its rare earth mineral supply. The nation is negotiating trade agreements with Chile and Peru, while also boo

Game changer: California launches $11 state brand to slash Diabetes costs

California is set to launch its own low cost insulin under the CalRx beginning from January 1, 2026, representing a major step in the states atte

Woman run over by truck in Perungudi

The police arrested the driver of the vehicle

Blake Livelys jaw-dropping salary for It Ends With Us role revealed amid Justin Baldoni lawsuit

Blake Lively earned a massive amount for the movie It Ends With Us. This salary detail emerges during a legal fight with co-star Justin Baldoni.

Tamil Nadu Assembly rejects the Governors observations, readopts Tamil Nadu Fiscal Responsibility (Amendment) Bill, 2024

The Bill seeks to postponethe achievement of zero revenue deficit and 3% fiscal deficit by another year,R.N.Ravi said while returning the Bill

Thieves Kill 65-Year-Old Woman, Steal 3 Tola Gold

The victim, Chema Anasuya, lived alone in her house located behind the Area Hospital at Huzurnagar: Reports

Chennai Mayor announces deployment of additional manpower to answer distress calls on 1913 helpline during northeast monsoon

She says GCC will take measures to open relief centres and facilitate supply of food in low-lying areas during heavy rain

West Bengal: Mamata Banerjee targets BJP over 'outsider' voters

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused an outside party, the BJP, of bringing in voters from other regions to disrupt local voting. She also

Bihar elections: EC data shows women voters dip in six seats

Bihar's electoral rolls show a concerning drop in women voters in six assembly seats. Seemanchal and Champaran regions are particularly impacted.

Egypt to intensify India ties to counter extremist ideology: EAM Abdelatty

Egypt has taken a bold step in addressing the complexities of global terrorism by highlighting the Muslim Brotherhoods implications. The country

Gold Price Makes Women Shun Jewellery, Opt For Coins

People are investing in gold biscuits rather than buying ornaments because of the current trend. Gold sales have seen a decline in volume, primar

Cornered for delays in giving back hostage bodies, Hamas reaffirms truce commitment

Hamas has reiterated its dedication to maintaining a ceasefire with Israel, promising to facilitate the return of deceased Israeli hostages. This

Residents seek Chief Minister M.K. Stalins support in shelving waste-to-energy plant project in Kodungaiyur

The residents want the Greater Chennai Corporation to adopt a Green Chennai Initiative in the locality

Ladakh groups announce silent marches, blackout on Saturday to protest September 24 violence

Following the lifting of restrictions in Leh, Ladakh's agitating groups have announced region-wide silent peace marches and a blackout on October

IAS, IPS officers interim applications for vacating stay over Nagaram lands dismissed

Petitioner contends that the said lands actually belonged to the Bhoodan Yajna Board and were purchased by private persons, and these transaction

Bihar polls: NDA revises seat sharing plan to regain ground in Shahabad region

With the 2025 assembly elections on the horizon, the NDA is adopting a fresh strategy for the Shahabad region after facing challenges in the prev

NC offers Nagrota seat to Congress to save coalition amid growing rift

Amid growing tensions between coalition partners National Conference (NC) and Congress over seat-sharing, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday

Restoration efforts in Manali-Ennore region have not achieved objectives

Government departments and agencies responsible for restoration works have largely failed to meet their commitments and there is a lack of coordi

Supreme Court raps Centre, States for gross apathy over opportunities for transgender persons

Bench of the top court forms a committee headed by former Delhi High Court judge Justice Asha Menon to draft an equal opportunity policy for tran

Shobhaa De | Sex, Religion, Politics & Army: Taboo At Lit Fests?

Kasauli is a world in itself, controlled and overrun by the notorious Kasauli monkeys, aggressive enough to grab food from sturdy grown men with

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel brings 19 new faces, Harsh Sanghavi sworn in as Dy CM

The Gujarat government expanded its ministry on Friday. Nineteen new ministers were sworn in, bringing the total to 26. This move aims to balance

Ladakh bodies call for protest; retired SC judge to probe September 24 incident

Ladakh will observe a silent protest and blackout on Saturday. This action expresses solidarity with families of those killed and injured during

Karnataka: Contractors Body Threaten Strike Over Pending Bills

The Contractors Association president took exception to the State Government making part payments to contractors which is unacceptable and demand

Suicide attack near Afghan border kills 7 Pakistani soldiers: Officials

A suicide attack near the Afghanistan border has claimed the lives of seven Pakistani soldiers. The incident occurred at a military camp in North

SC forms panel to ensure equal job openings, medi care for transgenders

The Supreme Court has established a special committee to ensure equal job opportunities and inclusive medical care for gender non-conforming indi

Telangana Cricket Association Elects New Governing and Apex Councils for 20252028 Term

New TCA leadership team unveiled for 202528, including former players, politicians, and professionals

SC takes suo motu cognisance of 'Digital Arrest', seeks responses from govt, CBI

The Supreme Court is taking action against digital arrest scams. Cybercriminals are impersonating law enforcement officials. They are using fake

42-year-old woman found alive after being locked in childhood room for almost 30 years

They alerted the police, who questioned the 82-year-old landlady about the events inside.

'We produce 65% of defence hardware, target 100%': Rajnath Singh at inauguration of production lines at Nashik facility

India is boosting its defence manufacturing capabilities. The nation now produces 65% of its defence hardware domestically, with a goal to reach

Kolkata Police restricts firecracker use between 8-10 pm on Kali Puja, Diwali

Kolkata residents can burst eco-friendly green firecrackers from 8 pm to 10 pm on Kali Puja and Diwali, October 20. Fireworks are also permitted

PVL 2025:Chennai Blitz Climb to Top Four in Points Table With 3-0 Win Over Delhi Toofans

Tarun won the match for the Blitz with a super serve

Trisha Paytas joins Euphoria season 3: TikTok sensation with more than 10 million followers set to shake up HBO hit. Who is she?

HBO's hit drama 'Euphoria' is gearing up for its third season, set to premiere in spring 2026 with eight new episodes. The highly anticipated sea

Belgian court orders Mehul Choksi's extradition to India

In a significant ruling, a Belgian court has approved the extradition of Mehul Choksi back to India, where he is the key figure in the infamous P

DC Edit | 3rd Growth Engine For Andhra?

Septuagenarian political stalwart N. Chandrababu Naidu rode back to power in Andhra Pradesh in 2024, banking heavily on the double-engine sarkar

First time in 9 years! Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to feature as non-captains in ODI since MS Dhoni era

Both players retired from Test and T20I formats earlier in 2025 to focus solely on their ODI careers. Rohit Sharma also relinquished the ODI capt

Police scuffle with protesters outside Chicago ICE facility, arrest several