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Iran says four tankers on fire after hitting mines in Hormuz

The vessels had switched off all their radar and navigation systems and disregarded warnings from the IRGC navy, the statement said

29 Oct 2026 10:02 pm
Republicans defend their bastions, as senate comes within reach of Democrats

The GOP has a 5347 majority in the Senate currently, with 35 seats being contested this year. Of these, seven are toss ups, according to a non-partisan election analyser.These seats are in Iowa, Arkansas, Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Ohio and Texas. All of these except Michigan are seats which are currently held by Republicans

29 Oct 2026 9:58 pm
Serbias students demand resignations in police, judiciary as they prepare to take power

The Students List movement swept the parliamentary election on October 25, 2026 against Vucics right-wing Serbian Progressive Party, which has ruled unchallenged for 14 years

29 Oct 2026 9:14 pm
The rise of industrial tourism in China

Industrial tours showcase showcase innovation and manufacturing prowess to instil national pride, while presenting STEM as a sustainable career option for the youth

29 Oct 2026 9:07 pm
Palestinian President says hopes for peace talks with new Israeli government

With almost all ballots counted from Israel's pivotal election, neither the bloc of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nor the opposition bloc led by former military chief Gadi Eisenkot looked able to secure a majority in parliament.

29 Oct 2026 8:09 pm
Coimbatore students death: How caste identity continues to divide TNs schoolchildren | Focus Tamil Nadu

Akilan, a Class XI student in Coimbatore, ended his life following caste-based harassment involving classmates and a teacher. Despite decades of social reform, caste prejudice continues to divide students in Tamil Nadus schools. In this episode of Focus Tamil Nadu, we examine why caste discrimination persists in classrooms and how far the State has come in its fight against caste prejudice.

29 Oct 2026 7:57 pm
India ready to share battle-tested counter-terrorism expertise with ASEAN partners: Rajnath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told the 13th ADMM-Plus in Cebu that India would share its operational experience through joint exercises, capacity-building programmes and intelligence sharing, and proposed a dedicated defence Youth Bridge with ASEAN countries

29 Oct 2026 7:24 pm
Bangladesh's tribunal sentences Awami League leader to death

A three-member tribunal led by Justice Nozrul Islam Chowdhury and comprising Justices Md. Manjurul Bashid and Nur Mohammad Shahriar Kabir delivered the verdict

29 Oct 2026 7:23 pm
Mysuru industry seeks easier business processes, better connectivity

Government officials, industry leaders discuss MSME support, logistics, industrial infrastructure and air connectivity at CII Conclave on Ease of Doing Business

29 Oct 2026 6:50 pm
Earthquake of magnitude 5.1 hits Andaman Sea

There were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property, officials said

29 Oct 2026 6:34 pm
Eight special teams deployed to apprehend Whitefield advocate murder suspects

Manjunath was shot dead at his residence in Pattandur Agrahara on October 18 by his two tenants, natives of Bihar

29 Oct 2026 6:33 pm
SC calls for mandatory compensation to digital fraud victims in case of banks' due diligence

The Bench stressed that the proposed regulatory framework must provide for suitable compensation to victims where financial institutions are found to have failed in their due diligence obligations

29 Oct 2026 6:26 pm
Jamia Millia Islamia issues show-cause notice to protesting hostel resident amid online classes order

It warned that failing to provide a satisfactory response could lead to disciplinary action

29 Oct 2026 6:19 pm
Ranji Trophy: Kotians career-best show fashions Mumbais thumping win

The offie claims eight for 81 to bowl out Haryana for 256; openers Saxena and Raghuvanshi overhaul the target of 97 inside 11 overs as the home team registers a bonus point victory for the third straight game

29 Oct 2026 6:18 pm
Supreme Court refuses to order full public disclosure of ultimate beneficiaries of AIFs, FPIs without legal framework

Rapid expansion of Alternative Investment Funds and Foreign Portfolio Investors raises serious concerns over transparency, the petition says; the court asks why an MP wants to file a public interest petition under Article 32 when she could raise the issue in the Parliament

29 Oct 2026 6:07 pm
Ranji Trophy: Punjab emerges with better returns from drawn encounter

Prahbhsimran and Saharan notch up half-centuries in the second essay; visitors pick up three points for taking the first innings honours while host Hyderabad has to rest content with one

29 Oct 2026 5:58 pm
Chennais Sai Baba temple dispute: financial irregularities, unauthorised demolition flagged in interim reports

A court-appointed Interim Administration Board of the Sai Baba temple at Mylapore flags alleged financial irregularities, unauthorised loans, and the clandestine demolition of the temples sanctum sanctorum by past administrators. Eight interim reports were submitted to the Madras High Court.

29 Oct 2026 5:55 pm
Enforce mandate on display of facilities, tariff charts at clinical establishments, anti-corruption body asks T.N. govt.

Taking advantage of a lack of price transparency, many establishments fleece patients during medical emergencies, says Anti-Corruption Movement

29 Oct 2026 5:55 pm
Pope Leos Argentina visit brings renewed scrutiny of clergy abuse scandals

Victims have expressed frustration over the Vaticans silence on church proceedings involving priests convicted in criminal courts

29 Oct 2026 5:55 pm
Nobody Wants This Season 3 review: Kristen Bell and Adam Brody keep it real sweet

An interfaith relationship, controlling parents, sibling jealousy, a wedding and a divorce, it is all happening in the packed and chaotic third season of the charming rom-com

29 Oct 2026 5:43 pm
Ranji Trophy: Karnataka gets campaign back on track with an innings victory

Leggie Shreyas returns a five-wicket haul after seamers Vyshak and Manvanth strike early on the final day; Tripura gets bundled out for 180 shortly after lunch

29 Oct 2026 5:39 pm
Trio gets life sentence for cow slaughter in Gujarat, court cites Manusmriti on cows significance

Through a 2017 amendment to the Gujarat Animal Preservation Act, 1954, the Gujarat government had enhanced punishment for those found guilty of cow slaughter to life imprisonment, making it the first State in the country to make cow slaughter punishable with such a sentence.

29 Oct 2026 5:39 pm
Cases against ex-DMK Ministers based on complaints and evidence, not political vendetta: Law Minister

Several schools had lodged complaints alleging that money had been collected from them and there were allegations of corruption to the tune of nearly 400 crore, says Nirmal Kumar

29 Oct 2026 5:28 pm
How Darshana Jhaveri chose Manipuri before it found wider recognition

From growing up in Mumbai to embracing a dance form from the Northeast, Darshana Jhaveri reflects on her seven-decade journey.

29 Oct 2026 5:10 pm
Gangakatwa canal in Sangareddy to be restored with 37 crore: Jagga Reddy

The Gangakatwa canal dates back to the time of the seventh Nizam and was designed to irrigate around 3,300 acres of agricultural land across 11 villages

29 Oct 2026 5:03 pm
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will resign February 7, nine months early

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has announced her resignation effective February 7

29 Oct 2026 4:56 pm
Jamia student protest: Why is the Lyngdoh Committee report significant? | Explained

The Committee, headed by former CEC J.M. Lyngdoh, issued the report dated May 23, 2006; it felt that party-linked student organisations politicise campus elections and split students into rival factions

29 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
Tamil Nadus rainfall picture changes dramatically in 27 days; 18 deficit districts move into normal or excess categories

Between October 1 and 27, Tamil Nadu recorded an average of 217.2 mm against the periods normal of 144.2 mm a surplus of 51%

29 Oct 2026 4:47 pm
Wheels India Q2 net profit nearly doubles to 53.4 crore, sets 400-450 crore capex in FY27

Revenue rises 36% to 1,598 crore; US data-centre construction indirectly boosts export demand

29 Oct 2026 4:27 pm
U.K. PM Andy Burnham's trip to India could take place soon: British Envoy

India and the U.K. are aiming to double bilateral trade to around $120 billion by 2030

29 Oct 2026 4:09 pm
Activists write open letter to Telangana CM, point at issues in govt hospitals

The signatories called for a broader effort to strengthen the public health and medical system so that ordinary citizens would not be compelled to abandon government hospitals because of inadequate facilities

29 Oct 2026 3:57 pm
Spain train crash puts its high-speed rail safety record under scrutiny | Explained

Authorities have so far blamed both system issues and human error for the accident which claimed 68 lives; Until this year, Spain had not witnessed such fatal incidents on its dedicated high-speed lines since the network opened in 1992

29 Oct 2026 3:48 pm
U.S. Fed holds rates steady; pressure on emerging markets expected with stronger dollar outlook

The U.S. Fed is expected to keep the rates elevated, making U.S. Treasuries and the dollar relatively more attractive than emerging market economies for foreign investors

29 Oct 2026 3:44 pm
Watch: Can Israels opposition find enough seats to replace Netanyahu? | The Hindu explains

Will Benjamin Netanyahu remain Israels Prime Minister, or can the opposition form the next government? With neither bloc projected to secure a majority, Arab-led parties could play a crucial role. Heres how Israels election system works and what it takes to form a government.

29 Oct 2026 3:31 pm
Mothers feeding practices may influence childrens reluctance to try new foods: NIN study

Food neophobia among children can limit dietary variety and potentially affect nutritional health during crucial years of growth

29 Oct 2026 3:28 pm
Clash on campus: Police keep vigil in Calicut University in Keralam; classes suspended

Clash between groups of students during counting of votes for students union polls

29 Oct 2026 3:26 pm
Upa Lokayukta finds irregularities in APMC market yard in Belagavi

Upa Lokayukta Justice B. Veerappa instructs officials to provide facilities to farmers

29 Oct 2026 3:19 pm
Watch: Even BJP feels democracy needs saving: John Brittas on Gyanesh Kumar

CPI(M) MP John Brittas says the proposed public impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will reflect the aspirations of the people and follow a proper process, with representatives from political parties and civil society, including victims of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), presenting their views.

29 Oct 2026 3:18 pm
Day after Spain train accident, rescuers search crash site for survivors

Rescue teams use cranes, dog teams in search for survivors of fatal crash; death toll stands at 68

29 Oct 2026 3:13 pm