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NDA, consisting of BJP and JD(S), has achieved a significant victory in Karnataka's Legislative Council elections. The alliance won all four available seats, reflecting overwhelming support from educated professionals and voters. Former CM BS Yediyurappa congratulated the winning candidates,

UP MLC election results: The Samajwadi Party retained the Varanasi Teachers' MLC seat and is set for a decisive victory in the Varanasi Graduates' constituency.

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and his family visited Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple ahead of Jio Platforms' stock market debut. The company's Rs 30,213-crore IPO was subscribed 22.19 times, attracting nearly 1.39 crore applications.

Jio Platforms IPO investors who receive an allotment can sell their shares after listing to book potential gains or hold them for the long term. Those who miss out will have their blocked funds released and can buy shares from the secondary market once trading begins.

Eighth Central Pay Commission is consulting stakeholders on salary and pension revisions, with employee unions seeking a higher fitment factor and changes to the DA framework.

Gal Gadot cast her vote in Israel's election and urged citizens to exercise their democratic rights, saying she was voting for change. Her appeal came as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot faced a tight contest, with exit polls indicating that neither bloc had secured a clear parliamentary majority.

The Sensex, which had plunged to an intra-day low of 72,604, staged a recovery but still ended 353 points lower at 73,246.

India has invited all 10 SCO member nations, including Pakistan, to the inaugural Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi from November 20-22. Announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the initiative aims to strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding among member countries.

The BJP has nominated Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri for the upcoming Rajya Sabha biennial election from Madhya Pradesh, dropping him from its Uttar Pradesh list. The party has announced eight candidates from Uttar Pradesh without retaining any outgoing MPs. Puri's nomination comes ahead of his term ending in November, sparking speculation about a possible Cabinet reshuffle at the Centre

Kusha Kapila faced backlash for an ill-fitting blouse that exposed the underboob lining. Khushi Kapoor's bold Indo-Western outfit featured cut-outs and a thigh-high slit. Anshula Kapoor was also trolled for wearing heels that made her appear much taller than her husband, Rohan Thakkar

Indian stock markets witnessed sharp losses as elevated crude oil prices heightened concerns over inflation, economic growth and corporate costs. Rising oil prices amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment, putting pressure on benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty.

Mukesh Ambani became emotional during the Jio Platforms IPO listing ceremony as Isha and Anant Ambani reflected on Reliance's legacy, Jio's growth and the family's vision for India's digital future.

The public issue was subscribed more than 22 times, with institutional investors leading the demand, according to data from the BSE. The qualified institutional portion was subscribed 70.55 times, while retail investors subscribed 2.72 times.

Protests erupted at the National Conference headquarters after veteran leader Mubarak Gul was left out of the Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet expansion. His supporters heckled newly inducted minister Ali Mohammad Sagar, prompting party president Farooq Abdullah to appoint Gul as general secretary. Meanwhile, NC MLA Abdul Majeed Larvi also expressed disappointment over his exclusion, questioning the selection of Altaf Ahmad Kalloo and asserting that his seniority and loyalty made him deserving of a min

INDIA bloc plans to hold a 'public impeachment' programme against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Mallikarjun Kharge's Delhi residence on October 30, followed by a rally at Ramlila Maidan on November 1 over alleged electoral irregularities.

Santosh Kumar, the man whose four words started the row at a Patna event, said his contention wasn't heard in full, and that he meant the exact opposite of keeping PM Modi in power. The Congress president reacted to the wrong phrase, he said.

Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested Kashmiri Pandit activist Rakesh Handoo in Faridabad over allegations of circulating online threats against Kashmiri Hindu employees.

Clips from Samay Raina's India's Got Latent 2 have gone viral after a contestant impersonating Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged jabs with comedian Kunal Kamra over a video call. The contestant mocked Kamra by asking if his joke came from WhatsApp University.

Comedian Harsh Gujral received a youth icon award at an event in Uttar Pradesh in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He narrated a humorous anecdote about a banana seller in Lucknow who claimed crime had ended, joking that he was a former criminal who now sold bananas

Gold prices in India remain in focus ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali, with forecasts suggesting the precious metal could touch 2 lakh per 10 grams by the end of 2027.

Apple has launched a new 14-inch MacBook Pro and a refreshed 24-inch iMac powered by its M6 chip, bringing faster performance and improved AI capabilities to its computer lineup.

Dyson's first 'How India Cleans' study, based on more than 650 respondents across seven Indian cities, highlights common household cleaning challenges, including hair left on floors, dust settling quickly and difficulty cleaning beneath furniture and in corners.

Instagram is testing a new long-form video format called Features, allowing selected creators to upload horizontal videos of up to 90 minutes. The feature is designed to attract podcasters, comedians, interviewers, and other creators who currently publish longer videos on YouTube.

Under existing LPG guidelines, the eligibility for separate connections depends mainly on whether the landlord and tenant maintain independent households and cooking arrangements.

Apple's latest iPhone software update builds on its existing AI features, adding conversation memory, broader access to personal context and practical changes across several everyday apps.

AppleCare+ is not mandatory to seek service, as devices may qualify for coverage under Apple's standard one-year limited warranty if the issue is a covered manufacturing defect. However, accidental damage may incur charges, and Apple has not publicly clarified all India-specific eligibility terms for this issue.

US President Donald Trump was heckled at a Mississippi campaign rally after defending his controversial White House ballroom project. A protester shouted, Shove that ballroom up your fat a**! before security escorted him out. Trump claimed, without providing evidence, that the heckler was a paid protester.

IMD has issued a red alert for several districts in Telangana, warning of heavy rainfall in affected areas. Railway officials are monitoring vulnerable bridges and tracks, while passengers have been advised to check train updates before travelling.

Sensex and Nifty ended nearly flat on Tuesday, with the Sensex falling 8.08 points to 73,598.87 and the Nifty declining 3.45 points to 22,749.75. Despite muted benchmark performance, broader markets rallied, with the Nifty Midcap 100 gaining 1% and the Nifty Smallcap 100 rising 2.70%.

Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude, has moved closer to a public market debut, attracting investor interest while warning about potential existential risks posed by advanced AI systems. Investors considering the IPO should assess the company's financial performance, valuation, profitability, infrastructure spending.

The Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government is set to expand its Cabinet on October 27, with three ministerial berths available in the nine-member Council of Ministers. However, coalition partner Congress has said it has no information about the proposed reshuffle, leaving uncertainty over whether the party will join the government.

Sensex started at 73,484.38, down 122.37 points or 0.17 per cent. Similarly, Nifty began the trading session at 22,708.80, down 44.40 points or 0.20 per cent.

Anup Bagchi assumed charge as HDFC Bank's Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer on Tuesday, succeeding Sashidhar Jagdishan. The leadership transition follows Jagdishan's completed tenure and comes amid mixed quarterly results

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reshuffled his Council of Ministers on Tuesday, inducting four National Conference leadersAli Mohammad Sagar, Mir Saifullah, Shameema Firdous and Altaf Ahmad Kalloowhile dropping Independent MLA Satish Sharma.

Rahul Gandhi posted Satyam Shivam Sundaram on X ahead of the November 1 Save the Vote rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan. The Congress leader has invoked Lord Shiva's symbolism while alleging voter list irregularities and demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's removal.

Eligible disclosures can be regularised by paying 30% tax on fair market value and an equal penalty, with immunity under the scheme. Around 1,100 applications have been filed.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli attended American singer Krishna Das's live kirtan in Mumbai. Videos of the couple chanting and enjoying the devotional music surfaced online, with netizens reacting to Virat's seemingly disconnected expressions and trolling Anushka over her appearance.

Former Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad has strongly criticised NC president Farooq Abdullah over his remarks on Pakistan, accusing the neighbouring country of fuelling terrorism and instability in J&K.

Apple has launched the new iPad mini featuring an OLED display, A20 Pro chip, improved cameras, enhanced audio and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. The tablet starts at Rs 82,900 in India, with pre-orders beginning on October 28 and sales starting November 6.

Explore Jewelchic, Satva Gold's D2C brand offering everyday 9KT real gold jewellery across India through physical retail stores, e-commerce, and assisted video shopping

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's manager reportedly filed a complaint with Hyderabad Cyber Crime authorities over alleged online harassment, fabricated content and impersonation. The move follows backlash against the couple after their appearance on Koffee With Karan 9.

Delhi recorded an AQI of 187 at 8 a.m. on Monday, placing the national capital in the moderate category, according to the CPCB. However, several monitoring stations reported poor air quality, with Jahangirpuri recording an AQI of 251

Retailers are offering price-protection schemes to attract customers, while the upcoming wedding season is boosting demand for bridal jewellery. Lightweight gold jewellery, old-gold exchange offers and traditional designs are also drawing buyers as elevated bullion prices influence purchasing decisions.

US President Donald Trump sparked reactions at a rally in Michigan after making a lewd remark about rapper Nicki Minaj's appearance. The comment drew cheers from the crowd, after which Trump apologised for going off-topic and said he hoped Minaj was not offended.

Gold and silver prices rebounded on October 26 after falling last week. In Mumbai, 24-carat gold was priced at 1,42,250 per 10 grams, while Delhi recorded 1,42,010 and Bengaluru 1,42,370. Silver was priced at 1,96,240 per kg in Mumbai, 1,95,900 in Delhi and 1,96,400 in Bengaluru.

Sensex jumps 483 points to 73,607, while Nifty rises 153 points to 22,753 as bargain buying, easing crude prices and positive global cues support markets.

Vehicles in Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's convoy collided on the Purvanchal Expressway, leaving several people injured, reports said. Gandhi, who was also travelling in the convoy, was safe in the incident. The accident occurred near the 91-km milestone, where five vehicles and an ambulance collided.

Shilpa Rao's set at the Bollywood Music Project's 10th anniversary edition in Mumbai was cut short amid scheduling delays on Saturday evening. Her microphone was switched off while she was performing, and even her speech thanking fans was interrupted as the Kutle Khan Project took over the stage.

Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor shared a glimpse of her life as a mother through a carousel of photos and videos featuring her sons, Vayu and Rudralokh. She also shared a heartfelt note about enjoying the little moments at home and missing her husband, Anand Ahuja.

Rising US LPG imports, changes in crude oil sourcing, coal costs, ethanol-related sugar price pressures and an 18% US tariff on many Indian goods could affect households, farmers and domestic industries. Greater access for US agricultural products, medical devices and technology also raises questions