YSRCP leader accuses government of misleading BCs over 34% quota
Venugopala Krishna says a G.O. and celebrations cannot ensure legally valid reservation for BCs in local body elections
Three-member panel to probe womans death at Kottayam Medical College Hospital in Keralam
The 49-year-old woman, a native of Changanassery, died on October 2 after her condition deteriorated following a hernia surgery at the hospital
The Nobel Prize 2026: An interactive guide
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Police on lookout for gang that hacked youth to death in Mylapore
Special teams have been formed to identify and arrest the three suspects. The motive behind the murder is also under investigation
Police on lookout for gang that hacked youth to death in Mylapore
Special teams have been formed to identify and arrest the three suspects. The motive behind the murder is also under investigation
All you need to know about: Epstein-Barr virus
A new global analysis has highlighted the role of Epstein-Barr virus in cancer, but infection with the common virus does not mean that a person will develop cancer
Weeks after expelling him, Mayawati brings back Akash Anand
In a major political development, BSP chief Mayawati has reinstated her nephew Akash Anand as the partys national convenor, less than a month after expelling him from the organisation. Calling it a decision made in the interest of the BSP and the Bahujan movement, Mayawati said party workers had noticed positive changes in his conduct and working style. The move comes as the BSP prepares for crucial upcoming Assembly elections.
Moscow denies sanitary measures over plague reports
Plague is a bacterial disease that can occur in several forms
Sarannavaratri festivities at Kothuru Tadepalli temple from October 11
Sarannavaratri festivities at Kothuru Tadepalli temple from October 11
Union Minister Rammohan Naidu invites West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari to attend Vijayawada Utsav
The utsav being organised under the theme, One City One Celebration, from October 11 to 20 showcases Vijayawadas spiritual and cultural heritage, the Union Minister says
Union Minister Rammohan Naidu invites West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari to attend Vijayawada Utsav
The utsav being organised under the theme, One City One Celebration, from October 11 to 20 showcases Vijayawadas spiritual and cultural heritage, the Union Minister says
TGHRC pulls up NIMS Hyderabad over 12-year delay in releasing retired professors pension benefits
Telangana Human Rights Commission criticised the manner in which the matter had been handled by the officials concerned
TGHRC pulls up NIMS Hyderabad over 12-year delay in releasing retired professors pension benefits
Telangana Human Rights Commission criticised the manner in which the matter had been handled by the officials concerned
Minister reviews Kulasekarapattinam dasara arrangements
Ramesh visits Sri Mutharamman Temple and holds discussions with officials on providing basic amenities to a large turnout expected for Soorasamharam on October 20
Minister reviews Kulasekarapattinam dasara arrangements
Ramesh visits Sri Mutharamman Temple and holds discussions with officials on providing basic amenities to a large turnout expected for Soorasamharam on October 20
85 medals at the Asian Games exposed Indias biggest sporting problem | The Hindu Editorial
India finished the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with 85 medals, a decline from its record haul at Hangzhou 2023. While young athletes delivered several memorable performances, the overall tally fell short of expectations and exposed weaknesses in key individual sports.
85 medals at the Asian Games exposed Indias biggest sporting problem | The Hindu Editorial
India finished the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with 85 medals, a decline from its record haul at Hangzhou 2023. While young athletes delivered several memorable performances, the overall tally fell short of expectations and exposed weaknesses in key individual sports.
Andhra Pradesh Information Commissioner imposes 20,000 penalty on PIO for RTI delay
Andhra Pradesh Information Commissioner imposes 20,000 penalty on PIO for RTI delay
How next-gen GST can power Indias journey to Viksit Bharat | FM Nirmala Sitharaman writes
In this column, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlines the vision behind Next-Gen GST and explains how recent reforms are aimed at reducing tax burdens, simplifying compliance and supporting economic growth. She highlights rising GST collections, stronger business participation, growing consumer demand and the role of states in shaping the reform process.
Naidu, Pawan Kalyan discuss strategy for local body elections in Andhra Pradesh
Seat-sharing among the alliance partners, the constituencies and local bodies to be contested by each party, and selection of mayoral candidates for key municipal corporations are among other aspects that have come up for discussion
Not part of INDIA bloc, BJD issues long clarification
The BJD participated in the Opposition parties protest march over the alleged arbitrary actions of CEC in connection with the SIR of electoral rolls and the deletion of the names of more than 13 crore voters across the country, says the regional party
Left parties, Congress seek withdrawal of cases against protesters in Eluru
MJK cadre stage a novel protest to draw attention to bad roads in Tirunelveli
The party submits a petition to Tirunelveli Mayor highlighting the bad condition of the roads that were dug up for underground drainage work and laying of water pipelines
Tiruchi Corporation steps up desilting ahead of northeast monsoon
Watch: BJP slams Congress and Rahul Gandhi over Akashvani protest attempt
BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi lashed out at the Congress party and its leadership following an attempt by opposition leaders to infiltrate Akashvani. Trivedi accused the Congresss first family of running the country like a monarchy. He urged the public and the nation to closely scrutinize the statements of Rahul Gandhi and his party leaders.
Centre to propose five-pronged reform plan at GST Council meeting on October 8
According to sources in the Finance Ministry, the proposal covers process reforms, structural reforms, ease of living and doing business, exports of services, and e-commerce
Youth should use interdisciplinary knowledge to ensure all-round progress
Retired chemistry professor M.Y. Karidurganavar was speaking after inaugurating a one-day national seminar titled Recent Advances in Interdisciplinary Sciences for a Sustainable Future, organised by BVV Sanghas Basaveshwar Science College
Union Cabinet approves 10,000-cr SME growth fund to boost manufacturing
The SME Growth Fund was first mentioned in Union Budget 2026, when Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had spoken about it as a means to incentivise enterprises based on select criteria
CPI(M) stages protest seeking house sites, pattas in Mangalagiri
Party demands allotment of two-cent plots to eligible poor families; Municipal Commissioner says applications are being verified and land availability examined
Watch: Omar Abdullah: UCC should be debated in Parliament, not in States
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah says the Uniform Civil Code should be debated in Parliament, not implemented separately by States. He says UCC should be brought before Parliament for debate.
Speculation is rife that the CPI(M) leadership may initiate further action against veteran leader A. Padmakumar, former president of the Travancore Devaswom Board and legislator, who has been arraigned as an accused in the Sabarimala gold theft case
At AIIMS Bilaspur convocation, President Murmu urges doctors to embrace sensitivity and compassion
Action will be taken against PM Modi, Amit Shah, Mohan Bhagwat, CEC for treason, says Rahul
High drama unfolded at the INDIA bloc march from Parliament Street to the Election Commission headquarters as Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra along with some others entered the Akashvani Bhawan premises
Jharkhand: Congress, youth wing activists scuffle with police during protest outside CEO office
Agitators blackened the official name board of the Election Commission after being stopped from entering the premises, as leaders demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
Activists set October 12 deadline to cancel Dasara Kambala
CJI Surya Kant administers oath to three new judges, judges count now 37 in Supreme Court
The top court's sanctioned strength is 38 judges, including the Chief Justice of India. It was recently increased from 34 following the Supreme Court Amendment Act, 2026
Baththa: Who is Sai Prithviraj, the boy wonder making waves in Vijay Sethupathi's latest?
Sai Prithviraj, who has been garnering a lot of appreciation for his performance as Sabari in the Balaji Tharaneetharan film, will be seen next in Dhanushs D56
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve sports melodramatic story and excellent action
There is Mach to love in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, with explosive dogfights and gloriously over-the-top military melodrama that is all aces
The orders the Supreme Court may pass can have a bearing on the matter before the High Court, said advocate Gaurish Agni, representing the ECI
Railways grant in-principle approval for new Kollam-bound train via Kottayam in Keralam
The new train service to Kollam via the Ernakulam-Kottayam-Chengannur route is aimed at easing the severe evening rush on the Venad Express
Salman Sagar Lays Foundation Stone for Rs 1.20 Cr Restoration of Jenab Sahib Soura in Anchar
Srinagar, Honble MLA Hazratbal Salman Sagar today laid the foundation stone for the 1.20 crore restoration and preservation project of Jenab Sahib Soura (Spring) at Anchar. The project, being executed by R&B Soura, holds significant public importance as the historic spring has long been associated with the daily lives of the local community and was once widely used by residents. Its restoration will not only revive the spring to its original glory but also preserve an important public, natural and cultural asset for present and future generations. Salman Sagar said the initiative reflects the commitment to restoring community assets that have both public utility and heritage value, while ensuring that the people of Anchar benefit from meaningful and sustainable development.
Stock markets surge for second day as oil drops below $100 per barrel
The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 685.34 points, or 0.95%, to settle at 73,067.81. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 220.35 points, or 0.98%, to end at 22,776.10
11 Indian crew injured after ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz; India condemns attack
Ministry of External Affairs said that 12 crew members, including 11 Indians, were injured after Panama-flagged vessel MT On Peace was hit by a projectile
Students, teachers march in France on biggest day of school protests
Protests break out over understaffed, dilapidated schools; teenagers hold up smoke flares, placards
Highlighting the systemic gaps in local safety measures, they say that the authorities must take proactive measures to safeguard vulnerable rural labourers working in high-risk zones
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Passport mobile kendra to offer services at Nagapatinam Collectorate from October 14 to 16
MoD inks 661 crore contract to procure BrahMos fire control system, launchers for Navy ships
The BrahMos weapon system, fitted onboard various frontline warships, is the Navy's primary surface-to-surface missile system for maritime strike operations
The IOC keeping this schedule in view, said no other Interested Parties will be considered for 2036 after October 31
UN chief, Pakistans Deputy PM hold talks; discuss regional and global issues
UN chief Antonio Guterress stop in Islamabad centres on multilateral diplomacy, regional security, and disaster preparedness efforts
Peaceful dissent is a constitutional right
It must be recognised as an expression of faith in the Constitution and in the democratic promise of the Republic
Vivo launches X Fold 6, V80, S2 FE, OriginOS 7 and its mixed reality headset in India
The Chinese smartphone player will be competing with Samsung, Google and now Apple in the foldable space with its third generation folding phone
Kenya confirms first Ebola case imported from Congo after patient dies in Nairobi
Health Minister Aden Duale said 28 contacts have been identified and placed in isolation, as Kenya becomes the fourth country to record a case in the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history
Hyderabad-based FoSS presents snake encounter prediction model
Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 70.15 feet
Tamil Nadu government transfers three IAS officers
SMC makes home composting mandatory for all its Gazetted Officers
Srinagar, Oct 6: In a significant step towards strengthening source-level waste management, the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has made home composting mandatory for all its Gazetted Officers, wherever practicable. The order has been issued by Faz Lul Haseeb, Municipal Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation, directing all Gazetted Officers to ensure that biodegradable and wet waste generated at their residences is segregated and subjected to home composting through appropriate and scientifically suitable methods. The initiative is aimed at reducing the quantity of wet waste requiring transportation to municipal waste-processing facilities and promoting environmentally responsible waste-management practices among the Corporations own officers. Under the order, officers have been directed to submit geotagged photographs of the home-composting activity as evidence of compliance within 10 days. The concerned Zonal Officers and Sectional Heads will maintain records and submit a consolidated compliance report to the Corporation. The order also provides for verification of compliance before processing the salary of the concerned officer for the current month, subject to applicable service and financial rules. The initiative forms part of SMCs broader efforts to promote source segregation, decentralised processing of biodegradable waste, reduction in waste transportation and sustainable waste management across Srinagar. The move also seeks to encourage senior officers of the civic body to lead by example, demonstrating that responsible waste management must begin at the point where waste is generated. Faz Lul Haseeb, Municipal Commissioner, SMC, said the initiative reflects the Corporations commitment to making source-level waste management an integral part of everyday civic practice and to building a cleaner and more sustainable Srinagar.
Who is filing Form-7 applications? Karnatakas SIR controversy explained
Bulk Form-7 applications seeking deletion of names, largely Muslim voters, have been filed across several Assembly constituencies in Karnataka.
Jaishankar to undertake three-nation visit
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will visit Ghana, Cte dIvoire and Ethiopia to deepen bilateral ties in trade, investment and infrastructure development
Congress, TMC, SP leaders stopped during INDIA bloc march to ECI
INDIA bloc MPs took to the streets in New Delhi on October 6, protesting against the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The march towards the ECI headquarters was stopped by security personnel, following which several Opposition leaders were detained.
France test-fires new nuclear-capable missile: Defence Ministry
The missile, a variant of Frances M51 missile, was fired from the Le Vigilant submarine off Brittany and impacted in the North Atlantic, hundreds of kilometres from any coastline, it said
CM Omar questions sudden action against Rohingyas, says targeted for no reason
Srinagar, Oct 06: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday questioned the sudden action being taken against Rohingyas, saying they were being targeted for no reason, while asserting that people who entered India from Bangladesh without permission could not stay in the country illegally. People who have come from Bangladesh without permission, it is a different matter for them. But the Rohingyas, who are being targeted for no reason, when they were deported from their country, we gave them a place here. We allowed them to live here until their countrys situation improves, Omar told reporters in Srinagar. I find it strange to take action against them suddenly. But we do not have it in our hands. This is the Government of India, he said. Omar added that the J&K Police is also not under the control of the Union Territory government in the matter. On the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), the Chief Minister said the J&K government would not implement it, arguing that such legislation should be debated and enacted by Parliament. If you have the courage, bring a law in Parliament. Debate it in Parliament. See if it passes in Parliament or not, he said. On the INDIA blocs campaign over alleged deletions from voter lists, Omar said the issue would continue to be raised, noting that the Supreme Court had also sought responses from the Election Commission and the Government of India over the alleged deletions. On mobile connectivity, Omar said the Cabinet had decided to allot land to BSNL in areas without mobile coverage to facilitate the installation of towers. He also said ducts were being laid along roads to avoid repeated digging by different departments for water, electricity and telecommunications works. Where the road will be built, it would be better to use the duct so that there will be no need to dig the road again and again, he said.(KNO)
Traffic restrictions at Hyderabads Vaishali Nagar underpass extended till October 14
IceCube neutrino observatory: The big, chill neutrino-spotter
Francis Halzen has been selected for Nobel Prize in Physics in 2026 for ideating the IceCube Neutrino Observatory
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke questions One Nation, One Election, alleges One Party agenda
There is a direct relationship between BJP and the ECI: Akhilesh Yadav
Rahul Gandhi climbs barricade, waves tricolour during march to ECI
The Chief Election Commissioner must resign forthwith: Karti Chidambaram
To save democracy, we have no other way but to protest: John Brittas
West Bengal bypolls: 19,000 voters barred as crippled tribunals leave appeals pending
Nearly 19,000 voters in Nandigram and Rejinagar were barred from voting in the West Bengal bypolls as Appellate Tribunals cleared just 93 appeals ahead of polling, leaving 99.5% of local petitions unresolved. The systemic disenfranchisement unfolded alongside widespread polling disruptions, including the detention of AJUP chief Humayun Kabir in Rejinagar and a Congress leader in Nandigram, amid allegations of booth capturing and EVM glitches.
INDIA alliance leaders protest in parliament premises, seek CECs removal
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi lead protest demanding CECs resignation
Indian shipyards must win foreign orders and deliver ships on time, says Rajnath Singh
The Defence Minister calls for Visakhapatnam to be built into an integrated maritime industrial hub around Hindustan Shipyard
Kochi Corporation mulls mobile ABC units to ensure balanced stray dog control
For long, councillors from West Kochi have complained of discrimination in catching of stray dogs for sterilisation at the Corporations ABC Centre at Brahmapuram
Petitioner says that the Minister, in the Legislative Assembly, had conceded to having been a victim of corruption during the previous DMK regime
Petitioner says that the Minister, in the Legislative Assembly, had conceded to having been a victim of corruption during the previous DMK regime
Arunachal: Pema Khandu reviews BRO
Namsai: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday visited the office of the Chief Engineer, Project Brahmank, Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and reviewed ongoing works, achievements and initiatives aimed at improving road connectivity and strengthening strategic infrastructure across the state. Khandu was received by Chief Engineer, Project Brahmank, Pankaj Goyal upon his arrival. During [] The post Arunachal: Pema Khandu reviews BROs road, infrastructure works under Project Brahmank appeared first on NorthEast Now .
CJP Protest: Delhi Govt withholds promotion of cop accused of harassing journalist
In a revised administrative directive issued on October 5, the Delhi government withheld the temporary assignment of Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police for ACP Vivek Bhagat. The decision follows accusations that the officer sexually harassed a woman journalist while managing an October 3 demonstration against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar.
UCIL chief rejects link between uranium mining, health ailments in Jharkhand
UCIL) chairman-cum-managing director said the uranium ore mined in the State is of very low grade, with only 200-300 grams of uranium extracted per tonne of ore, and claimed it has little health impact
Indias services sector growth touches three-month high in September on strong domestic demand: PMI
The HSBC India Services PMI rose to 55.2 in September from 54.1 in August, even as quarterly growth remained the weakest since early 2022
Youth thrashed for social media posts on girl in Eluru district
Victim is in a critical condition, say police
Privilege versus free speech case in Supreme Court disposed of in half an hour after two-decade wait
Supreme Court quickly disposes a 20-year privilege vs. free speech case after the Tamil Nadu Assembly resolution was withdrawn
CM announces 10 lakh, govt. jobs for members of national blind womens cricket team from Karnataka
World No. 1 Jannik Sinners 2026 season ends with knee injury
Sinners absence could open the door for Alexander Zverev to finish the year at the top of the world rankings
Indias Asian Games 2026 medal stars: From Kumkum Mohod to Pranavi Urs
Eleven of Indias 21 gold medals came in the final two days, with 17-year-old archer Kumkum Mohod and golfer Pranavi Urs scripting history
