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Digital Desk | London, Oct 27 (IANS) England captain Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d'Or in a ceremony at the London Palladium Theatre. The 70th edition of the prestigious award was held outside of the French capital for the first time this year as a tribute to its inaugural winner from 1956 Stanley Matthews. The England captain becomes just the fifth Englishman to win the award, after Stanley Matthews (1956), Bobby Charlton (1966), Kevin Keegan (1978 and 1979), Michael Owen (2001). Kanes 3

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 26 (IANS) The BJP on Monday staged a protest in Bhopal against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharges alleged derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modis father, accusing the opposition party of violating political decorum. BJP workers took out a peaceful march from Red Cross Square to the Congress office, where they staged a demonstration and condemned the remarks. Senior party leaders, including BJP national vice-president Lalsingh Arya, MLA Rameshwar Shar

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 26 (IANS) Mari Yojana, a digital initiative of the Gujarat government, is strengthening accessibility and amplifying the reach of various public welfare schemes and services to the residents of the state. The e-governance model under the Mari Yojana is also gaining the spotlight for its remarkable success in expansion and penetration of various govt schemes in remote villages and far-off locations. The Mari Yojana portal offers information on more than 600 schemes a

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 26 (IANS) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara said on Monday that the state government has decided to file a Special Leave Petition (SLP) in the Supreme Court against the High Court order quashing the hike in reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, adding that the government is committed to protecting the constitutional rights of SCs and STs and will not compromise on this issue under any circumstances, Speaking after inaugurating the Maha

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Monday directed authorities to undertake soil and water conservation works in 304 talukas where drought triggers were activated during the 2026 kharif season, including constructing at least 100 water absorption pits in every village, desilting water bodies and repairing check dams. According to a government resolution (GR) issued by the Soil and Water Conservation Department, the measures aim to address drought conditions arisin

Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (IANS) Odisha government is on its toes as the state braces for heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds due to the impending cyclonic storm Arnab, which is likely to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28. Speaking to media persons, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said that all 30 districts of Odisha will experience widespread rainfall, with heavy to very heavy rain in some places. According to the India Meteorological Department,

Digital Desk | Jammu, Oct 26 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers and supporters on Monday staged a protest in J&Ks Jammu city against the remarks of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge about the Prime Minister, Narendra Modis father. The protesters called the remarks made by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge in Patna on Sunday as indecent and offensive. Kharge had reportedly said, Modi ka baap bhi jayega (Even Modis father will also go), triggering a sharp reaction from senior BJP

Digital Desk | Kyiv, Oct 26 (IANS) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday submitted draft legislation to parliament to extend martial law and general mobilisation for another 90 days, the parliament's press service said. The measures, which are set to expire on October 31, would remain in effect through January 29, 2027, if approved by lawmakers, Xinhua News Agency reported. Martial law and general mobilisation have been in effect in Ukraine since February 2022 amid the country's ongoi

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) In a major initiative to secure long-term water sustainability for Indias premier economic engine, the Maharashtra government has constituted a high-level study group to draft a comprehensive 25-year water management blueprint for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The directive, issued via a Government Resolution (GR) by the Water Resources Department, mandates the expert panel to evaluate future demand, assess available resources, identify structural sho

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Demanding an apology, Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra on Monday led a massive protest near the residence of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge at Rajaji Marg, opposing his alleged insulting remarks about the late father of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a meeting in Patna a day earlier. Malhotra said, We have gathered at Kharges residence today to tell him that PM Modi is not merely a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, but one of the t

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 26 (IANS) The building construction department of the Bihar government has directed former MLA Neelam Devi, wife of Mokama MLA Anant Singh, to vacate her government-allotted residence in Patna by November 25, 2026, following the cancellation of her nomination to the State-Level 20-Point Programme Implementation Committee. A formal notice was issued to Neelam Devi by the Joint Secretary-cum-Estate Officer, asking her to vacate Residence No. 01 on Mall Road and complete t

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Opposition leaders on Monday criticised Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane over his controversial remarks, saying that Rane just wants to create animosity and spread hatred between the two communities. Rane had reportedly made the controversial remarks while addressing a gathering, claiming that Hindus should purchase items only from Hindu-owned shops during festivals. He also allegedly said that Muslim vendors should not be allowed to participate in the Nas

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL) Secretary T. K. Anil Kumar on Monday called for seamless transition from school education to higher education, skilling and employment, enabling learners to make informed choices to help them pursue lifelong growth. Speaking at the inauguration of the two-day 4th National Summit on Facilitating School-to-Work Transition in Delhi, Secretary Anil Kumar outlined four key priorities of the Summit, namely, tec

Actor Aamir Khan, along with Film Maker and Chairman of Whistling Woods International, inaugurating the Celebrate Cinema 26 event Mumbai, October 14, 2026: Whistling Woods International (WWI) hosted the 14th

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Shiv Sena-UBT and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leaders on Monday criticised the remarks made by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge during a programme in Patna, even as they questioned the standards of political discourse and called for greater restraint in the language used by political leaders. The controversy erupted following Kharge's address at a Congress event in Patna on Sunday, organised to mark the birth anniversary of Bihar's first Chief Minister

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) The Department of Commerce has extended the timelines under 'Component II of RELIEF (Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation)', a time-bound intervention under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM), until March 31, 2027, to provide risk coverage to export shipments due to the continuing Middle East conflict, according to an official statement issued on Monday. The extension has been undertaken in view of continued geopolitical disruptions

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 26 (IANS) Karnataka BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka on Monday criticised AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge for his remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that the comments reflected a decline in the Congress party's political culture and showed its frustration. Ashoka said in Bengaluru, making derogatory remarks about the family of a person holding the country's highest constitutional office was inappropriate and alleged that the Co

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) In a significant step towards strengthening Indias indigenous space technology capabilities and promoting sustainable access to space, the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST) on Monday signed an agreement with Manastu Space Technologies Private Limited, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra for financial support of Rs 116 crore under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund. The project, with a total project cost of Rs

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) Singer Amit Gupta has opened up about his latest track, Marke Vikhawanga,' describing it as a reflection of the most painful side of love. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, the singer said the song explores the emotions associated with heartbreak, highlighting the pain and vulnerability that often accompany deep emotional bonds. Speaking about the song, Amit said, Marke Vikhawanga is a reflection of loves most painful side, the tragedy of losing someone

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Hindu Sena National President Vishnu Gupta has filed a complaint with the Delhi Police seeking registration of an FIR against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his controversial remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late father at a public event in Patna. In a complaint addressed to the Commissioner of Police at the Delhi Police Headquarters on Monday, Gupta alleged that Kharge made abusive personal comments about the Prime Minister a

Digital Desk | Lahore, Oct 26 (IANS) England head coach Brendon McCullum has called for improved decision-making in pressure situations after his side suffered back-to-back defeats in the ongoing tri-series, admitting that the teams inexperience remains a concern with next years ODI World Cup in South Africa approaching. England's latest setback came against Pakistan in Lahore, where they failed to defend 241 despite reducing the hosts to 154 for nine. Shadab Khans unbeaten 113, supported by Har

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended warm wishes to Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his emarkable victory in Brazil's Presidential re-election and expressed confidence in further strengthening the strategic ties between the two nations. Incumbent Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva staged a comeback victory in Sunday's presidential runoff, defeating Liberal Party candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, who led in the first round, to secure a fourth

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Global crude oil prices declined on Monday after surging to near six-month highs recently on hopes of easing hostilities between the US and Iran, though persistent attacks on key producer Saudi Arabia kept investors cautious. Brent crude -- the international oil benchmark -- declined as much as 2.29 per cent or $2.68 to $114.04 per barrel by 10:20 am. It was trading at $114.44, down 1.95 per cent. Similarly, US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) dropped 2.49 pe

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 26 (IANS) Karnataka BJP leader and Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka on Monday accused the Congress government of being anti-farmer, alleging that it had failed to release the announced Rs 2,500 -- a one-time input subsidy per farmer -- drought relief even a month after the special session of the legislature. In a statement, Ashoka targeted Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, alleging that the government had made a grand announcement of relief during the special session bu

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) The Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray on Monday said that a major political storm has erupted following explosive disclosures made by Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Director General Shatrujit Singh Kapoor regarding Chinese incursions along the Arunachal Pradesh border. The Thackray camp in an editorial in the party's mouthpiece, 'Saamana', claimed that the revelations have shattered the government's narrative, exposing alleged systemic suppression of se

Digital Desk | Belgrade, Oct 26 (IANS) Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic conceded defeat in the snap parliamentary election, as independent projections and leaders of a student-backed movement born out of anti-corruption protests confirmed an outright parliamentary majority that ends the Serbian Progressive Party's (SNS) 14-year grip on power. Initial projections released by polling agencies Ipsos and CeSID showed the Student List -- Students Win winning 52 per cent of the vote, well ahe

Digital Desk | Seoul, Oct 26 (IANS) South Korea and the United States kicked off their combined air drills this week, focusing on counter-air and air interdiction missions aimed at enhancing wartime joint operations, the South's Air Force said on Monday. The Freedom Flag exercise began on Monday for a two-week run at Kunsan Air Base in Gunsan, about 180 kilometres southwest of Seoul, involving the allies' key aerial assets, including the South Korean Air Force's F-15K, KF-16 and F-35A fighter je

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) Domestic equity benchmarks opened lower on Monday weighed down by weakness in information technology (IT) sector stocks. Sensex opened at 72,990.04, down 133.79 points or 0.18 per cent, while Nifty slipped 75.60 points or 0.33 per cent to 22,524.40. Among sectoral indices, Nifty IT was worst performer and declined over 2 per cent. Meanwhile, Nifty MidSmall IT & Telecom, Nifty Realty, Nifty Oil & Gas, Nifty PSU Bank, Nifty Consumer Durables, Nifty Cement and N

Digital Desk | Belagavi, Oct 26 (IANS) Whether sugarcane farmers in Karnataka will get justice remains to be seen as Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar arrived in Belagavi to hold a series of meetings with sugar mill owners and farmers amid protests over sugarcane prices on Monday. CM Shivakumar will meet sugar factory owners at 11 a.m. and hold a separate meeting with representatives of sugarcane farmers at 3.30 p.m. The meetings will be held at the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi. Meanwhile, fa

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) The Jamia Millia Islamia on Monday accepted the demands of the protesting students, while also seeking a public apology from the students who made defamatory statements against the administration during the protest. The University announced it would hold students' union elections and constituted a committee to draft a students' union constitution, while adding that the action against the protestors would be revoked. The students' union would now be restore

Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 25 (IANS) The Gujarat unit of BJP on Sunday accused the Congress of protecting infiltrators and opposing their removal from electoral rolls, as it launched a Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy campaign in Surat, alleging that the Opposition party is attempting to undermine public confidence in democratic institutions and the election process. State BJP president Jagdish Vishwakarma made the remarks while addressing a march held in the presence of Union Jal Shakti Minister C

Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader has filed a complaint against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge at Patna's Kotwali police station over his controversial remark concerning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father during a Congress event in the Bihar capital on Sunday. Krishna Kumar, a member of the BJP's state working committee, submitted the complaint, seeking an investigation into the remark made by Kharge during a programme at Bapu Sabhagar to mark th

Digital Desk | Vadodara, Oct 25 (IANS) Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma struck centuries before left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma claimed her maiden four-wicket haul in international cricket as India beat Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second womens ODI here at the BCA Stadium on Sunday to seal the three-match series 2-0 with a game to spare. After Pratika Rawal made 61, Harmanpreet (126) and Deepti (106 not out) shared a record 153-run stand for the fifth wicket to power India to 328/6 after an

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 25 (IANS) Actress Delnaaz Irani has opened up about the beauty standards prevalent in Bollywood, saying women in the industry are often expected to have a certain kind of skin and maintain a particular appearance. Delnaaz Irani on beauty standards in Bollywood: Women are expected to look a certain way Mumbai, Oct 25 (IANS) Actress Delnaaz Irani has opened up about the beauty standards prevalent in Bollywood, saying women in the industry are often expected to have a cer

Digital Desk | Barcelona, Oct 25 (IANS) The stage is set for the season's first Clasico, as 29-time La Liga champions will host Real Madrid at the Camp Nou on Monday (IST), with fans worldwide, including in India, waiting to watch the two sides battle for glory. Barcelona go into the game having won its first nine La Liga matches of the season. Hansi Flick's side sit at the top of the standings with 27 points, six more than Real Madrid, who have won seven matches but suffered defeats away to Bet

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) Pakistan's publicly listed companies continue to face challenges in corporate transparency, particularly in areas related to human rights, environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosures, and anti-corruption measures, according to Transparency International Pakistan's latest corporate reporting assessment. The Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) 2026, which evaluated 104 public limited companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchang

Digital Desk | Srinagar, Oct 25 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday addressed the award ceremony of the 'Kashmir Marathon' and congratulated all the winners for their outstanding achievements. A total of 68 medals were awarded, comprising 34 medals each in the Full Marathon and Half Marathon categories. The Lieutenant Governor noted that every medal represented dedication, perseverance, and the pursuit of a dream. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that the

Digital Desk | Varanasi, Oct 25 (IANS) Varanasi witnessed the mega air show 'Wings Over Ganges' organised by the Indian Air Force (IAF) over the Ganga River here on Sunday to mark its 94th anniversary, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi among the audience at the Namo Ghat here. The spectacular aerial display saw various aircraft showcase their capabilities. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were also present at the event. Th

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 25 (IANS) Singer Roopkumar Rathod remembered his late friend and actor Satish Shah on his death anniversary. He shared an emotional note in which he recalled the actors warmth, humour and kind-hearted nature. Taking to Instagram, Roopkumar shared a photograph with Satish and reflected on the cherished memories they had made together. He expressed how much he missed his friend and wished they could share another conversation and laugh. Remembering my dearest friend Sati

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 25 (IANS) Actress Kunickaa Sadanand has reacted to the controversy surrounding Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjhs Delhi concert, saying security concerns in the country cannot be ignored. Her remarks came amid reports that Delhi Police had granted permission for Diljits concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 30, a day after reportedly refusing clearance over security concerns. Speaking to IANS, Kunickaa said security issues had become a concern, pointing to inciden

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) A criminal of the Chhaimar gang, also known as the Kachha-Baniyan gang and carrying a reward of Rs.1 lakh, was arrested after an exchange of fire with Delhi Police in the South District, police said on Sunday. The accused, identified as Savan alias Sudhan alias Hira alias Muchhoda Fufa alias Muchhoda Chacha, was allegedly caught while he was conducting reconnaissance of farmhouses in the jurisdiction of Maidan Garhi police station with the intention of com

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the timeless teachings of Maharishi Valmiki and the values of service, compassion and social harmony reflected in the Ramayan, urging people to draw inspiration from the ancient epic as the country prepares to celebrate the sage's birth anniversary. Addressing the 139th episode of his monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said the Ramayan, composed by Maharishi Valmiki thousands of years ago, co

Digital Desk | Melbourne, Oct 25 (IANS) The last Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island was cancelled on Sunday due to bad weather, as Marc Marquez was denied a chance to extend his MotoGP title lead over the injured Jorge Martin. The race was delayed first before the organisers decided to cancel the race due to rain and poor visibility. The original time to start the race was 2 pm local time (8:30 AM IST); however, it was pushed back to 4:30 pm to wait for the weather to improve. However, the

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) The courageous decision of a family from Narmadapuram (Hoshangabad) in Madhya Pradesh to donate the organs of their loved one after a tragic road accident found special mention in Prime Minister Narendra Modis 'Mann Ki Baat' address on Sunday, as he linked the act of organ donation to Indias pioneering brain research efforts. Referring to Shivani ji, a woman from Narmadapuram, the Prime Minister said she had become a victim of a road accident. Even in that

Digital Desk | Varanasi, Oct 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated a new garment manufacturing facility in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Following the inauguration, the Prime Minister interacted with workers at the facility. PM Modi, accompanied by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, also toured the manufacturing unit to review its facilities and operations. The Prime Minister and the Chief Minister further visited a product exhibi

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the spirit of 'Vocal for Local' is now taking Indian products to global markets, while reiterating the call to choose 'Swadeshi' during the ongoing festive season to further the resolve of an 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'. Addressing the 139th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said, During this festive season, you must have noticed a shift in your surroundings. People are now placing grea

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the rapid adoption of technology by Indians and showcased the success of the e-Sanjeevani telemedicine platform, which has completed nearly 50 crore (500 million) teleconsultations so far. Speaking in the latest episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', the Prime Minister said a key characteristic of the people of India is their ability to embrace new technology quickly and integrate it naturally into daily life. He describe

Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 25 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has approved 50,000 new agricultural electricity connections this year, providing relief to farmers awaiting power supply for irrigation, while committing to subsidise their electricity consumption. The Energy Department has issued a government order authorising the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) to implement the programme. The approval follows a proposal submitted by the utility after Electricity Ministe

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) The government has extended the deadlines for companies to file their financial statements and annual returns for the financial year 2025-26 by December 31 without paying additional fees. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) said in a circular that companies can file financial statements through various versions of Form AOC-4, including consolidated financial statements, filings for financial statements in XBRL (machine-readable digital reporting) forma

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) An encounter took place between the Delhi Police and a suspected criminal in the Maidan Garhi area of the national capital on Sunday morning, during which the accused was shot in the leg and subsequently apprehended, officials said. Two illegal weapons were also recovered from his possession, they added. According to officials, the Delhi Police had received information that a criminal was allegedly planning to carry out a robbery in the area. Acting on the