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As of Monday, October 12, 2026, the Indian rupee opened at 95.76 against US $1, strengthening by nearly 1% after the RBI announced measures to support the currency. The latest reported trading levels were around 95.85 per dollar. Rates fluctuate throughout the day

A bright flash and apparent roof collapse are visible. At least 13 people reportedly died and over 380 were injured. The Houthis claimed responsibility, while subsequent attacks prompted aviation warnings and remote schooling in Riyadh

Sensex opened 299 points higher and Nifty reached 22,593 as oil eased supported sentiment. Analysts noted foreign selling and bond yields, with 22,575 a key closing level to watch.

The police initiated preventive action against the leaders under Sections 126 and 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), relating to security for keeping the peace and preventing the commission of cognisable offences.

Sharadiya Navratri began with religious fervour across Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, with large numbers of devotees visiting the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra. Elaborate security arrangements and improved facilities have been put in place to ensure a smooth pilgrimage during the nine-day festival.

Navratri is a time for devotion to Goddess Durga, prayer, self-discipline and reflection. While avoiding non-vegetarian food, onion and garlic, and certain other activities is customary for many devotees, the specific rules differ across communities and households.

Q2 earnings, inflation data and crude oil prices will drive Indian markets this week as investors assess IT sector recovery, foreign selling and global risks amid volatility ahead.

Navratri begins with the worship of Maa Shailaputri, who symbolises strength, purity and stability. From performing Ghatasthapana and chanting her mantra to offering traditional bhog, devotees observe various rituals to seek her blessings.

UN Human Rights Spokesperson Thameem Al-Kheetan had on Saturday urged Indian authorities to respect the right to peaceful assembly, and said that any curbs on peaceful protests must meet strict tests of necessity and proportionality.

The Principal Sessions Court in Kishtwar has rejected the bail applications of three accused, including two Health Department employees and a community leader, in a case involving the alleged sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl, an alleged attempt to terminate her pregnancy, and her subsequent death.

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In a special Sunday sitting related to protests in Delhi against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, the Supreme Court today directed that there shall be no detention of any person except in accordance with the procedure established by law, particularly with respect to any assembly of peaceful and unarmed persons beyond the area where Section 163 BNSS prohibitory orders are in operation.

According to reports, Delhi Police personnel reached Rathee's residence in Sector 56 on Saturday morning and took him into custody ahead of the planned demonstration. The CJP alleged in a post on X that around 50 police personnel in plain clothes arrived at his home at approximately 8 am.

An attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed 12 and injured 309 as Saudi Arabia and Houthis exchanged strikes.

On Sunday, Vijay is scheduled to accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the inauguration of a Chennai Metro corridor between Porur and Poonamallee.

An attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh reportedly killed 12 people and injured 309 others, according to Saudi aviation authorities cited by Xinhua. Airport operations were temporarily suspended. The incident came amid escalating Saudi-Houthi hostilities, with fresh strikes reported across Yemen.

The court imposed a condition that they must not breach the peace for one year. The leaders were detained ahead of the party's planned Jantar Mantar protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Social media influencer Mr Faisu, aka Faisal Shaikh, has married Nikhat, aka Tanya, in a nikah ceremony in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The actor was reportedly linked to Jannat Zubair and is among the wealthiest personalities in the TV industry, with an estimated net worth of Rs 41 crore.

Nushrratt Bharuccha shared her first social media post after suffering an injury in Bali and being airlifted to Mumbai. The actress offered fans a glimpse of her recovery, sharing a picture of a reclining wheelchair alongside a beautiful sunset view from her room.

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.