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Actor Imran Khan was reportedly held on Saturday amid a CJP protest in Delhi seeking Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's exit over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists. Several people were detained during the planned Jantar Mantar rally, reports said.

Climate activist and Leh Apex Body leader Sonam Wangchuk has criticised the arrest of three CJP leaders in Delhi, describing the situation as an undeclared emergency. He warned that he would consider an indefinite fast or a padyatra if the leaders were not released by the following day. Wangchuk had earlier announced that he would skip the CJP's October 10 protest at Jantar Mantar due to preparations for the approaching winter in Ladakh.

Elon Musk intensified his criticism of Mukesh Ambani by sharing reports about a Reliance-funded firm's alleged role in boosting BJP campaigns and a Reliance-linked company's political donations. The posts come amid a dispute over Starlink's delayed commercial launch in India

Delhi Police deployed body-worn cameras capable of recording in darkness ahead of the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The move comes days after the Delhi High Court declined to mandate continuous camera use by police and RAF personnel.

Delhi Police deployed body-worn cameras capable of recording in darkness ahead of the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The move comes days after the Delhi High Court declined to mandate continuous camera use by police and RAF personnel.

Police have denied permission for the demonstration, prompting authorities to step up security measures to maintain law and order. Meanwhile, internet services have been suspended for 24 hours within a 4-km radius of the JanpathKartavya Path crossing as a precautionary measure.

Netflix may cut around 5 per cent of its workforce, potentially affecting about 800 employees, as early as next week, according to a report. The move comes amid a wider wave of layoffs involving Oracle, Amazon, Meta, as companies restructure operations, control costs and increase investments in AI.

The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered a major police reshuffle involving 100 IPS and JKPS officers ahead of the Darbar Move to Jammu. The transfers cover senior-level appointments, district SSPs, traffic police, armed police formations, intelligence units and specialised wings, with immediate effect.

E-commerce deliveries across transport modes will attract a proposed 5 per cent GST without input tax credit, according to government sources. GST Council's recommendations seek to standardise tax treatment for deliveries linked to online orders and withdraw certain exemptions for goods transport agencies.

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has criticised the BJP-led NDA government over the suspension of mobile internet services in Delhi, saying the Kashmir model of restrictions has reached the national capital.

The 57th GST Council approved reforms to ease registration, expedite refunds, and simplify dispute resolution for taxpayers.

Reliance Jio Chairman Akash Ambani declined to comment on Elon Musk's allegation that unnamed oligarchs were attempting to block Starlink's entry into India, saying the company was focused on delivering value to Indian consumers.

From Malayalam crime thriller Pradhama Dhrishtya Kuttakkar and Prithviraj Sukumaran's Khalifa: The Ruler to Parineeti Chopra's Reporting Live, there are plenty of options to add to your watchlist. Netflix, Prime Video and SonyLIV have new titles to explore, including the sports-action drama Mandaadi

The allegations relate to Wednesday's protest by INDIA bloc MPs, who were stopped by police while attempting to march towards Jantar Mantar. The opposition leaders were protesting alleged vote chori and demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Tej Pratap Yadav opened up about his troubled marriage with estranged wife Aishwarya Rai on Rise And Fall season 2. He claimed to have seen her chatting with her former boyfriend. He also spoke about the emotional impact of their marital disputes and his ongoing divorce battle.

The proposed renaming comes five years after Ahmedabad's Motera cricket stadium was renamed the Narendra Modi Stadium in 2021. The Jewar airport's first phase was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year, with four additional phases planned for its expansion.

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking an independent investigation into FIRs against students involved in July's Jantar Mantar protests. CJI Surya Kant said the court had considered the students' future while quashing the cases under Article 142.

Internet services are set to be suspended near the protest venue for 24 hours from 10 pm on October 9, while Delhi Police has denied permission for the demonstration and sought the closure of entry and exit gates at 57 Metro stations

Maharashtra FDA has suspended the licences of 21 food establishments, including Bhagat Tarachand, Oye Kiddan and Barista, following inspections that reportedly found hygiene violations, pest infestations and improper food storage.

BJP candidate Hasirani Rath has taken a massive lead in high-stakes Nandigram Assembly bypoll. With 13 rounds of counting completed, she had received 1,43,656 votes. Her son, Chandranath Rath, was murdered just days after the BJP swept the Assembly polls in May.

Orkut, the popular social networking site of the 2000s, could be making a comeback. Founder Orkut Buyukkokten on Thursday sought support from internet users to revive the platform, with a renewed focus on friendship, community and genuine human connections.

The rupee gained 23 paise to 96.65 against the dollar as crude eased and likely RBI intervention offered support, while heavy foreign investor selling kept currency pressures elevated.

On World Mental Health Day, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and former US Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy highlight the growing problem of loneliness, which can affect people regardless of their wealth, relationships or social status.

India's MEA has called US Vice President JD Vance's description of H-1B workers as 'indentured servants' 'deeply offensive', citing the phrase's colonial history. The ministry also stressed that PERM is separate from H-1B visas and said its suspension does not by itself affect existing H-1B status.

US President Donald Trump honoured six technology leaders, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Elon Musk, with the country's top awards for scientific achievement and technological innovation at the New Golden Age Summit. Nadella and Dell Technologies founder Michael Dell

Government plans a 30% margin cap on non-scheduled cancer drugs, potentially cutting prices by up to 70% and saving patients 2,500 crore annually with NPPA notification to follow.

The company said around 80 per cent of its 6,000 H-1B applications last fiscal year involved existing employees seeking visa extensions or status changes, while the remaining applications were for individuals already legally present in the US.

Malhar spoke to the media and explained why the last rites were performed late at night. He said that the family and his father's mortal remains were in Goa, and bringing them to the farmhouse in Pune took considerable time due to the long journey.

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 relationship. Calling the speculation misinformation, Samay said, Every day something pops up and urged fans to simply ignore such claims.

Meta's new personal AI agent is appearing in Instagram's share section for some Indian users, but clicking the Get app option shows that the service is not available in their country. Muse is currently available in the US and Canada and can perform multi-step tasks such as booking flights.

The government rejected Musk's allegations that oligarchs were blocking Starlink, saying all licensed satellite internet operators are undergoing the same regulatory and security process.

Delhi government has ordered liquor stores across the city to remain closed on October 9 and 10 as a preventive measure to maintain public order amid ongoing protests over alleged vote theft. Over 20,000 police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed ahead of the CJP's October 10 protest call at Jantar Mantar.

Government's proposed 0.4 per cent MDR on UPI merchant transactions above Rs 2,000, scheduled to begin from October 15, 2026, may be delayed until January 2027. The possible postponement is being considered to avoid disruption during the festive season and give banks.

Bengaluru Skill Summit 2026 will bring together government, industry, academia and global partners to discuss future-ready skills, AI, green jobs and global employability. The 3 event will feature 150+ speakers, 50+ exhibitors and 100+ partners, with Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar scheduled to inaugurate it on November 3.

Sensex fell 1,045 points, and Nifty hit its 2026 low as Brent crossed $104. Metals led losses, while investors watched inflation risks, foreign selling and the upcoming earnings season.

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, actor Prakash Raj and CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke joined the protest against SIR at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on October 8. Dipke started his speech by asking protesters to raise the slogan Narendra Modi Vote Chor.

Police have filed a first information report (FIR) following a complaint alleging that Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, along with other MPs, entered the Akashvani Bhavan premises without permission during Tuesday's Opposition protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.

US-Iran war remain a key source of uncertainty for bullion markets. Tehran has stepped up attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, just as oil shipments through the crucial energy chokepoint approach prewar levels. So far this month, UK Maritime Trade Operations has reported nine attacks.

The letter came amid Opposition protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. BJP president Nitin Nabin criticised Rahul Gandhi and said the Opposition should resign from seats won in elections conducted by the Election Commission if it questioned the poll body's credibility.

Tanushree Dutta seemingly reacted to Nana Patekar's death, offering condolences to his family in an Instagram story. However, she did not name the actor in her video. Her reaction comes years after she accused Nana and others of harassment on the sets of Horn Ok Pleasss, allegations that became part of India's 2018 #MeToo movement

The Centre on Thursday rejected SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk's allegation that Starlink was being locked by certain oligarchs in India, saying the country's regulatory framework for satellite communication services was fair and non-discriminatory.

Renowned actor Nana Patekar passed away at 75 in Goa, leaving behind a legacy in Indian cinema.

Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 on Thursday, October 8, after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. He was found unconscious at his home in Dona Paula and was rushed to a private hospital, where doctors attempted to revive him for around 45 minutes.

The Nifty opened at 22,599.05, down 4 points or 0.02 per cent, while the Sensex started at 72,668, up 29.30 points or 0.04 per cent.

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The J&K Government has ordered a major administrative reshuffle, transferring and posting 49 IAS and JKAS officers with immediate effect. Several senior officers have been assigned new departments and additional charges, while new Deputy Commissioners have been appointed in several districts, including Jammu, Rajouri, Samba, Kupwara, Budgam, Ganderbal, Udhampur, Pulwama and Shopian.

UIDAI has introduced new rules for changing names on Aadhaar, with a revised SOP categorising name updates into minor corrections, regional-language errors, changes after marriage or divorce and major name changes.

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 96.37, then lost ground and fell to 96.57, down 22 paise from its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee settled at 96.35 against the US dollar

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has hinted at an imminent cabinet reshuffle and expansion after the GST Council meeting in New Delhi and consultations with National Conference president Farooq Abdullah. With three vacancies in the nine-member Council of Ministers, speculation is rife over the induction of new faces and possible changes in portfolios, including whether the Congress will get representation in the government.

Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for revealing how tiny molecular differences can become dramatically amplified, offering clues to why many molecules essential to life have one preferred handedness. The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry carries a total prize amount of 12 million Swedish kronor, which will be shared by the two laureates. They will receive their medals at the Nobel Prize ceremony in Stockholm on December 10.