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Emmanuel Macron slams 'failures' over protest unrest in France but refuses his interior minister's resignation

France's president has refused the resignation of his interior minister, who says police lost control during nationwide protests that turned violent over the weekend.

19 Oct 2026 4:27 pm
Trump defends Russia sanctions waivers, accuses Zelenskyy of 'prolonging war'

The US president again accused his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy of not wanting to end the war. The remarks come amid renewed tensions over US policy toward Moscow, including waiving some sanctions.

19 Oct 2026 11:59 am
Austrian Airlines flight makes emergency landing after bomb threat, fighter jet escorts plane

An Austrian Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna made an emergency landing in Bulgaria after a bomb threat was reported near the Bulgarian-Romanian border. A MiG-29 fighter jet escorted the plane.

19 Oct 2026 10:56 am
UP Raises Anganwadi Workers' Honorarium to 12,000

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath highlights women's empowerment initiatives, including a hike in Anganwadi workers' honorarium from 3,000 to 12,000 and over 1.2 crore women linked to self-help groups.

18 Oct 2026 5:17 pm
France: Over 1,800 arrested after looting, arson during protests

Rioters torched public buildings and looted shops across France, destroying Limoges' historic town hall. The violence erupted during nationwide cost-of-living protests.

18 Oct 2026 4:32 pm
Kangana Ranaut Backs Neha Singh Rathore, Condemns Channel for Defaming Woman for TRPs

Kangana Ranaut supports folk singer Neha Singh Rathore despite political differences, condemning alleged defamation for TRPs. The news channel later apologised.

18 Oct 2026 3:58 pm
Dussehra 2026: Seeing Any One of These 3 Things Is Considered Auspicious

Dussehra 2026 falls on October 20. Know the 3 auspicious things believed to bring good fortune, happiness and prosperity on Vijayadashami.

18 Oct 2026 3:33 pm
India Bars Sugar-Based Ethanol in 2026-27 Tender, Cuts Incentive for Maize-Based Fuel

India excludes sugar-based ethanol from its 2026-27 procurement tender and cuts the maize ethanol price to 68.86 per litre to protect domestic sugar supplies.

18 Oct 2026 2:52 pm
Market Capitalisation of 9 of Top 10 Most Valued Firms Jumps by 3.65 Lakh Crore, TCS Leads Gains

The market capitalisation of nine of India's top 10 most valued firms rose by 3.65 lakh crore last week. TCS, Bharti Airtel and Infosys led the gains.

18 Oct 2026 1:25 pm
Truck hits devotees in Gwalior, kills at least 13

At least 13 people were killed and 40 others injured on Sunday morning in India's central city of Gwalior, authorities said, after an out-of-control truck hit a crowd of devotees.

18 Oct 2026 12:43 pm
Gujarat's Big Investment Push: Delegations to Visit 22 Countries, Roadshows in 8 Cities

Gujarat plans to send delegations to 22 countries and hold roadshows in eight Indian cities to attract global investment ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2027.

18 Oct 2026 11:57 am
Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: Police detain 12, CM vows strict action, HM Amit Shah visits victims

Authorities have detained several people over a deadly stampede in India's eastern city of Kolkata, after the state vowed strict action.

18 Oct 2026 11:44 am
Shreyas Iyer Says Better Bowling Could Have Changed Indias T20I Series Result Against West Indies

India captain Shreyas Iyer says better bowling in the second and fourth T20Is could have changed the series result against West Indies, which ended 2-2.

18 Oct 2026 11:20 am
France Protests Turn Violent: Looting, Buildings Torched and Over 1,000 Detained

Unrest broke out in parts of France as students, trade unionists and Yellow Vest activists took to the streets to protest high prices and inequality. Police arrested over 1,000 people amid chaotic scenes.

18 Oct 2026 10:27 am
19 killed, 25 injured in stampede at Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata

At least 19 people, most of them women and children, were killed and 25 others were injured in a stampede at the Durga Puja religious festival in North Kolkata that was likely caused by sudden rainfall.

18 Oct 2026 9:41 am
Islamic country Azerbaijan bans Hizab and Burqa for School Girls

On July 7, Azerbaijan amended its general education law, reinforcing the principle of secular education and requiring pupils and teachers to comply with dress codes. On September 21, the government adopted Resolution No. 309, tightening school ...

17 Oct 2026 6:21 pm
Deputy CM Harsh Sanghi becomes towering figure in Gujarat Politics

Amid the Bihar elections, the BJP made a major reshuffle in Gujarat politics, promoting young leader Harsh Sanghvi to the post of Deputy Chief Minister. This marked the return of the Deputy CM position to Gujarat after the tenures of Vijay Rupani ...

17 Oct 2026 5:50 pm
Digital command centre to detect water leaks launched in Delhi

Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Wednesday inaugurated an Intelligent Command and Control Centre (IC) and flagged off a dedicated Emergency Response Vehicle to strengthen water supply monitoring, minimise water loss and expedite repairs ...

17 Oct 2026 4:30 pm
2.5 Lakh Crore rupees on stake before IPO opening of Jio, Demand rises 8 fold

Investor activity has intensified even before the opening of the Jio Platforms IPO. While pre-booking for retail investors has begun on several brokerage platforms, reports from major business media outlets indicate that global and domestic ...

17 Oct 2026 3:50 pm
Squid Game fame actress Jung Ho-yeon keen to make Bollywood debut

South Korean actor Jung Ho-yeon, best known for her performance in Squid Game, has expressed an interest in acting in an Indian film, adding that she would be happy to take up an offer if someone could teach her how to dance.

17 Oct 2026 2:10 pm
Delhi Police Detain CJP Leader Abhijeet Dipke, AISA Chief Neha Bohra Ahead of Lehra Do Tiranga Protest

CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke and AISA chief Neha Bohra were detained by Delhi Police while heading to the Lehra Do Tiranga protest at Connaught Place.

16 Oct 2026 5:59 pm
India's young workers have a new colleague: AI

Artificial intelligence is changing the way Indian workplaces operate, raising questions about productivity, skills and entry-level jobs.

16 Oct 2026 5:36 pm
Navratri 2026 Day 8: Maa Mahagauri Puja Vidhi, Mantra, Bhog and Mythological Story

Navratri 2026: Know Maa Mahagauri's Ashtami puja vidhi, sacred mantra, favourite bhog, auspicious flowers and mythological story. Learn the rituals of Kanya Pujan and havan.

16 Oct 2026 5:24 pm
Navratri 2026: Ashtami and Navami on October 19; Check Kanya Pujan and Havan Timings

Navratri 2026: Ashtami and Navami fall on October 19. Check Sandhi Puja, Kanya Pujan, havan, auspicious muhurat and vrat parana timings.

16 Oct 2026 5:12 pm
Nayi Naveli Movie Review: Yami Gautam Shines, but Ramayana Twist Spoils the Show

Nayi Naveli movie review: Yami Gautam delivers a strong performance, but a weak screenplay and an awkward Ramayana connection hurt this horror-comedy. Rating: 2/5.

16 Oct 2026 3:46 pm
Analysts Turn Bullish on Jio IPO, See 15-20% Listing Upside

Jio IPO gets a Subscribe rating from Emkay Research and Swastika Investmart. Analysts see 15-20% listing gain potential, attractive valuations and future growth opportunities.

16 Oct 2026 2:54 pm
Navratri 2026 Day 7: Maa Kalaratri Puja Vidhi, Mantra, Aarti and Vrat Katha

Sharadiya Navratri 2026: Know Maa Kalaratris puja vidhi, sacred mantra, aarti, favourite bhog and the mythological story of demon Raktabeej.

16 Oct 2026 2:36 pm
Good News for GSRTC Employees! CM Bhupendra Patel Approves 2% DA Hike

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel approves a 2% Dearness Allowance hike for eligible GSRTC employees, raising DA from 58% to 60%, with arrears payment also announced.

16 Oct 2026 1:05 pm
Smriti Mandhana Era Begins! Can India Fix Their T20 Woes Against Zimbabwe?

India take on Zimbabwe in a three-match T20 series as new captain Smriti Mandhana looks to improve the team's batting, bowling and fielding ahead of major challenges.

16 Oct 2026 12:37 pm
Jailer 2 Movie Review: Rajinikanths Swag Steals the Show, but a Weak Story Holds It Back

Jailer 2 movie review: Rajinikanth impresses with his trademark swag, while Anirudhs background score and dark comedy entertain. Read the verdict, cast details and rating.

16 Oct 2026 11:41 am
Rajnath Singh Accuses Congress, Allies of Seeking Bangladesh-Like Regime Change

Rajnath Singh accuses Congress and its allies of seeking Bangladesh-like regime change amid Delhi protests over SIR electoral roll revision and demands for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.

16 Oct 2026 11:26 am
Starlink: How Elon Musk's company influences geopolitics

Designed to bring internet access to remote regions, Elon Musk's Starlink has become vital in crisis regions and war zones. But Ukraine also shows the risks of depending on the service.

16 Oct 2026 11:14 am
Uttarakhand Police spilled the beans on 88 days long Investigation of Ankita Bhandari case

Additional Director General of Police (Crime and Law & Order), Uttarakhand, Dr. V. Murugesan, briefed the media on the investigation and judicial proceedings in the Ankita Bhandari murder case at a press conference held at Police Headquarters, ...

15 Oct 2026 6:31 pm
Tata Motors inks deal with Stellantis NV for Global Expansion

Auto major Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) and its electric vehicle subsidiary company, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited (TPEM), have officially announced the signing of a deal with Stellantis NV, to expand their existing partnership ...

15 Oct 2026 4:52 pm
Alia Bhatt took two meeting with Sohum Shah to nod for Tumbbad 2

Bringing Alia Bhatt on board for Tumbbad 2 proved surprisingly straightforward for actor-producer Sohum Shah, who says the actress agreed to the project after just two meetings and a reading of the script.

15 Oct 2026 3:05 pm
Navratri 2026 Day 6: Maa Katyayani Puja Vidhi, Mantra, Aarti and Mythological Story

Navratri 2026 Day 6: Know Maa Katyayani's puja vidhi, mantra, aarti lyrics, bhog and vrat katha. Learn the significance of worshipping Goddess Katyayani.

15 Oct 2026 1:44 pm
Captain's knock of Shai Hope & Keemo Paul's Fifer level the series for windies

Captain Shai Hopes unbeaten century and Keemo Pauls five-wicket haul powered West Indies to a 24-run victory over India in the fourth T20 International here on Wednesday, bringing the five-match series level at 2-2.

15 Oct 2026 1:34 pm
Small industries in Gujarat will now receive government assistance with a single click

The state government has taken a significant decision to simplify the process of obtaining financial assistance for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Gujarat. Previously, entrepreneurs had to go through several complex procedures to ...

15 Oct 2026 1:06 pm
Dhami Governments Sensitivity and Firm Action in the Ankita Bhandari Case: Steps Taken at Every Stage in the Pursuit of Justice

From swift arrests and an SIT investigation to effective prosecution, financial assistance and employment for the victims family, the government has fulfilled its responsibilities through decisive action and sensitivity.

15 Oct 2026 12:30 pm
How to Manage Futures and Options Positions Through an Online Trading Account?

Learn how to manage futures and options positions through an online trading account, track margins and P&L, set exit orders, and handle expiry and settlement.

14 Oct 2026 5:52 pm
OpenAI says Saudi employee caught planting listening device

A Saudi national employed by the artificial intelligence lab has been arrested after a listening device was planted in a company conference room.

14 Oct 2026 5:44 pm
Unused mini fans, vapes and smartwatches: A critical mineral gold mine

Sales of fast tech like mini fans and disposable e-vapes, as well as wearable health tech such as heart monitors and smartwatches are soaring. They're creating a new e-waste problem but are full of hidden treasure.

14 Oct 2026 4:40 pm
Inside Story of Rahul Gandhis High-Tea Meeting: Who Is With Whom, and Who Is Against Whom in the Opposition?

Rahul Gandhis high-tea meeting raises questions over Congress, CJP and AAP ties, Neha Boras prominence, and the INDIA blocs internal leadership battle.

14 Oct 2026 3:30 pm
Robot Touches Teen Girl, Makes Sexual Gestures in Germany; Police Launch Investigation

German police are investigating an alleged sexual harassment incident involving a robot in Cologne. Two young men are suspects, and the robot and their phones have been seized.

14 Oct 2026 2:44 pm
Ahmedabad: 158 Refugees Get Indian Citizenship, Harsh Sanghavi Distributes Certificates

A total of 158 refugees received Indian citizenship certificates in Ahmedabad. Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi said they can now carry Indian passports with pride.

14 Oct 2026 1:37 pm
Trumps diesel deal with Russia and what it means for Ukraine

Donald Trump plans to allow the purchase of Russian diesel, drawing criticism at home and abroad. What is behind the US presidents decision and what should Ukraine do next?

14 Oct 2026 10:59 am
India: Can 'cockroaches' threaten Modi's political grip?

Thousands detained, leaders arrested on arrival, and a capital under lockdown: The youth-led protests against the election chief have the attention of the Indian government. But experts say toppling it is another matter.

14 Oct 2026 10:18 am
Why Did S Jaishankar Warn of a 4F Crisis? How Indira Gandhi Tackled a Similar Crisis in 1966

Why did S Jaishankar warn of a 4F crisis? Discover how India tackled food shortages in 1966 and lessons from Indira Gandhi's push for self-reliance.

13 Oct 2026 6:08 pm
UP Govt Committed to Women's Dignity and Empowerment: CM Yogi

CM Yogi Adityanath says every UP government initiative aims to ensure women's dignity, self-respect and honour. He highlights key welfare schemes on Navratri's third day.

13 Oct 2026 5:30 pm
Navratri 2026 Day 4: Maa Kushmanda Mantra, Puja Vidhi, Aarti and Vrat Katha

Learn about Maa Kushmanda on the fourth day of Navratri 2026, including her mantra, puja vidhi, aarti, favourite bhog and the mythological story of her divine creation of the universe.

13 Oct 2026 5:12 pm