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Nana Patekar: 7 underrated films of the veteran actor

Looking beyond the cop, gangster and the revolutionary, Nana embodied some more nuanced roles that gave a glimpse into an actor, who was ready to do it all

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 6:19 pm

Extra buses for Saundatti jatra

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 6:18 pm

GST Council scraps arrest powers of GST officers, ups prosecution threshold to 5 crore

On input tax credit claims, the 57th GST Council decided to set up a Committee of Officers to examine how to protect a genuine buyer who holds a proper invoice, has received the goods, and has paid his supplier in full.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 6:15 pm

Ahead of festive season, TG SAFE seizes 1,950 kg adulterated pheni worth 2.3 lakh in Hyderabad

FSSAI licences of five establishments suspended, show-cause notices were issued to six units

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 6:11 pm

Much more than idli-dosa: How region and ecology shape the cuisine of North Karnataka

With the Ole Project, Anusha Venkatesh is preserving and highlighting lesser-known ingredients and techniques of North Karnataka cuisine, that is born in dry and drought- affected regions. This weekend she gives a contemporary spin to the dishes

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 6:11 pm

Primetime writer Ajon Singh on the Chris Hansen meme machine and that Phoebe Bridgers NIN shirt

The Indian American writer takes us through the conception of Primetime, from Robert Pattinsons hands-on transformation of Hansen to the Network blueprint, the story behind the Kerala mythology and the internet folklore that followed in the films wake

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 6:10 pm

Brazilian students protest against the possibility of a Flvio Bolsonaro presidency

On October 7, thousands of students in Rio de Janeiro protested against far-right candidate Flvio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazils October 25 presidential runoff against President Luiz Incio Lula da Silva. Flvio leads after the first round, benefiting from strong right-wing support, but faces heavy opposition over his ties to the collapsed Banco Master, corruption allegations, close alignment with Donald Trump, and fear that he will revive his imprisoned father Jair Bolsonaros radical, anti-democratic policies.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:59 pm

Snake catcher dies of snakebite at Chirayinkeezhu

He was bitten by a snake he had captured and brought back home

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:56 pm

Shah Rukh Khan pens long note as a tribute to Nana Patekar

Nana Patekar passed away on Thursday morning after suffering from cardiac arrest

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:53 pm

Tipped Off and Ravishing Queen excel

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:52 pm

G. Prabhakaran-OISCA award presented to M. Suchitra

The award was instituted by Prabhakarans family in association with the Palakkad chapter of OISCA International. It carries a certificate, trophy and a cash prize of 30,000

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:45 pm

Chhattisgarh court hands death penalty to 3, life term to 1 person in 2024 murder case

The court convicts four in the 2024 murder of a policemans wife and daughter

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:26 pm

Power crisis in Keralam: KSEB gets nod for procuring 177 MW from NTPC Ltd for three-year period

Under the procurement conditions approved by the State Electricity Regulatory Commission, KSEB will receive 80 MW from Barh Stage-I and 97 MW from Barh Stage-II stations of NTPC Ltd for a period of three years from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2029

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:25 pm

Fishers from six Andhra districts seek Forest Rights Act-style law to protect fishing grounds

At a consultation in Visakhapatnam, traditional fishers also ask for early warnings that reach boats at sea and compensation for the closed season

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:25 pm

Seemapuri building collapse: Two more bodies found; death toll rises to five

The victims found earlier included a 12-year-old girl, 21-year-old Gulafsa, who was around four months pregnant, and a child aged around one-and-a-half years

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:15 pm

Ramban Road Accident: Two Dead, Seven Injured

Ramban, Oct 8: Two persons were killed and seven others injured in a road accident on the SenabatiChounthan road in Ramban district on Wednesday night. According to reports, the accident took place where a Tata Sumo travelling on the SenabatiChounthan road met with an accident. The vehicle was reportedly carrying several passengers when the mishap occurred. In the accident, two persons sustained fatal injuries and died, while seven others were injured. One person reportedly died at the spot, while details regarding the second fatality were not immediately available. The injured were shifted to a nearby health facility for medical treatment. The condition of the injured persons was not immediately known. Police reached the spot and initiated necessary proceedings. The exact cause of the accident is yet to be ascertained, while further investigation is underway.

RisingKashmir 8 Oct 2026 5:10 pm

AI regulations: Consultation paper in a month; safety, deepfakes among key focus areas, says Vaishnaw

Mr. Vaishnaw said the government has always maintained that AI and other technologies cannot be regulated by law alone. We have to bring a techno-legal solution, the Minister said, adding that stakeholders must be brought on board.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:10 pm

Keralams local bodies urged to pursue tangible development outcomes

Experts and policymakers observe that while Keralam leads in decentralisation, the next era of local governance requires administrative agility, outcome-driven resource allocation and commitment to asset sustainability

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 5:06 pm

Keralam MLA pushes for night access to Sabarimala trek path, sparks controversy

Poonjar MLA M.J. Sebastian seeks round-the-clock access to the 30.7-km stretch to ease congestion and make the trek more convenient; forest officials, however, maintain that restrictions are necessary as large sections of the route pass through forest areas frequented by wild animals

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:55 pm

TCS Q2 net up 15% to 13,884 cr, AI revenue crosses $3 bn; board approves 12 dividend

Porsche and Best Buy represent a new category of transformation partnerships. Together with the clients, it is building repeatable value platforms that will industrialize AI at scale.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:53 pm

INDIA bloc protests in Srikakulam against deletion of voters names, demands CECs resignation

Leaders of the Congress, CPI(M) and CPI burn an effigy of Gyanesh Kumar and say thousands of migrant workers have lost their votes in the Special Intensive Revision

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:52 pm

Dhananjaya de Silva steps down as Sri Lankas Test captain; Kusal Mendis to succeed him

The 31-year-old Mendis, already the one-day and T20 skipper, has played 75 Tests for Sri Lanka

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:51 pm

World Sight Day Awareness rally held

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:41 pm

Nobel Prize in Literature goes to Canadian author Anne Carson

Anne Carson was awarded the prize for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature, the Swedish Academy said

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:40 pm

How do Indians travel? | Talking Politics with Nistula Hebbar

In this weeks Talking Politics, The Hindus Nistula Hebbar speaks to Jagriti Chandra about Indias first National Household Travel Survey and what it reveals about how Indians travel for work, education and overnight journeys.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:38 pm

PMIST bags three ICT Academy awards

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:28 pm

42 former judges defend ECI, slam calculated campaign driven by vested political interests

In a letter, the judges said that a party that governed this nation for over five decades now claims that the very system which elected it is rigged and slammed outfits with a long record of selective litigation

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:25 pm

Beyond the textbook: Why an exhibition on Constitution in Keralam is drawing young minds

Organised as part of State Conference of All India Lawyers Union, Constitution Exhibition and Public Debate traces the making and evolution of Indias Constitution, contributions of national leaders and lesser-known personalities and more

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:17 pm

ICAR-CPCRI, Coconut Development Board launch innovative tree-top Coconut Sap Concentrator, cutting sugar production cost by 53.4%

Coconut inflorescence sap is a nutritious natural beverage containing sugars, minerals, and other nutrients. However, its high sugar content makes freshly-collected sap highly susceptible to fermentation at ambient temperature

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:13 pm

Chennai nephrologist given lifetime contribution award

The award recognises Dr. Georgi Abrahams outstanding and longstanding contributions to nephrology, kidney care, medical education, and patient welfare

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:12 pm

Nana Patekar brought dead to hospital

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:08 pm

NGT directs Chennai Corporation to ensure uninterrupted processing of C&D waste

The order dated October 7 was passed in a suo motu case initiated based on a The Hindu report published in May 2024, which identified 25 locations in Chennai where C&D waste was being repeatedly dumped

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 4:05 pm

Legislative privilege versus free speech: What was the Supreme Court reference about? | Explained

Court clarified that all substantial questions of law regarding the precedence between parliamentary privileges and free speech are kept open for determination in appropriate future proceedings

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:58 pm

Physics Nobel: Can one person take credit for a discovery built by hundreds?

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics recognised Francis Halzen for his role in developing the IceCube Observatory, a groundbreaking neutrino detector buried deep beneath the Antarctic ice. But the award has also reignited a long-running debate: can major scientific breakthroughs still be credited to a handful of individuals when they depend on the work of hundreds of researchers, engineers and technicians? This editorial looks at the science behind IceCube, why the observatory transformed astronomy, and why the Nobel Prize continues to face questions about how it recognises large-scale scientific collaboration in the era of Big Science.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:57 pm

Delhi police monitor travel plans, bus bookings ahead of proposed CJP protest

Delhi Police have intensified security arrangements ahead of the Cockroach Janta Partys proposed protest on October 10. Authorities are monitoring mobilisation efforts, reviewing travel and transport arrangements, and deploying thousands of personnel across the New Delhi district. With no formal permission granted so far, security has been increased around Jantar Mantar and nearby areas. Police have also coordinated with educational institutions, accommodation providers and transport operators as part of a broader strategy to maintain law and order during the proposed demonstration.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:54 pm

Pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia? What we know so far

An employee at a plague research institute in Siberia, Darya Shipilova, employed at a plague research institute in Siberia fell ill and died in undisclosed circumstances. Unconfirmed reports in Russia blamed the womans death on pneumonic plague

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:49 pm

After detentions and FIRs, INDIA bloc pushes for presidential intervention

The INDIA bloc has intensified its campaign against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, claiming that its request for a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu has not yet received a response. The developments come amid continuing protests led by Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise and allegations related to voter rolls. The opposition says it will continue its campaign while seeking the Presidents intervention in the matter.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:46 pm

Special meeting to address Attappady land issues, says Keralam Minister Anilkumar

Anilkumar says that the Revenue department will take steps to issue title deeds to people from Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and fishing communities after State governments 100-day action programme

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:44 pm

MLA urges Yadgir district administration to prevent illegal sand extraction

Demands action against air and water pollution

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:44 pm

Fire breaks out at labour camp in Mumbais Mulund

According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone East 3) Abhaysinha Deshmukh, the fire is suspected to have started as a small blaze within the premises before a gas cylinder exploded, causing the situation to escalate

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:39 pm

Loans worth Rs 14.71 Cr provided to artisans, weavers in Q1 & Q2 of CFY

Srinagar, Oct 08: Artisans and weavers across Kashmir are receiving a fresh boost of working capital, with the Handicrafts and Handloom Department extending loans worth 14.71 crore under its flagship Credit Card Scheme in the first two quarters of the current financial year. Of the 3,885 applications sponsored to banks, 1,332 have been sanctioned and 1,054 disbursed by the end of September 2026. Sharing details in a press release issued here today, spokesman of the Department stated that the department is working with lead banks and other financial institutions to widen access to this facility. The funds are meant to help craftspeople set up independent units and buy raw material and tools in a sector that remains heavily labour-intensive, he said. The spokesman further stated that the beneficiaries also receive interest subvention of 7% on a tapering basis for five years, designed to help new units become self-sustaining. Since the credit limit was raised from 1 lakh to 2 lakh in 2020, in line with the Wool Processing, Handloom and Handicrafts Policy, more than 10,000 craftsmen have taken loans totalling 151 crore, he said. Over the same period, the department has provided interest subvention of 19 crore to support these unit-holders, he added. The scheme is aimed at reducing dependence on informal credit and giving traditional crafts a more stable financial footing. By easing access to formal loans for tools, raw material and small production units, the department hopes to help artisans and weavers expand output, retain younger craftspeople in the trade and strengthen Kashmirs handloom and handicraft economy. Artisans and weavers can apply online at singlewindow.jk.gov.in to avail the benefits of the scheme. Common Service Centres set up across districts are available to help with registration. The spokesman urged the financial institutions and lead banks to treat the craft sector as under priority lending and extend timely, hassle-free credit so that small unit-holders can build a stronger and more self-reliant base.

RisingKashmir 8 Oct 2026 3:31 pm

Closing the gaps in early childhood eye care

India already has an extensive network of frontline health workers, immunisation services, school health programmes and primary and tertiary healthcare facilities. The challenge now is to connect these pieces. The goal should be to build a system in which every interaction a child has with a health worker becomes an opportunity to protect vision

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:26 pm

Actor Nana Patekar (1951-2026): His iconic performances, awards and legacy

The Hindus coverage on the three-time national award winning actor

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:22 pm

Supreme Court sets aside elections in 50 wards in Punjab, orders fresh polls

A Bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana set aside elections in 50 wards 28 in Patiala district and 22 in Moga.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:20 pm

Election petition: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay produces Kodaikanal land sale deed before Madras High Court

Justice V. Lakshminarayanan asks whether an election tribunal can decide the title of a property if it is confronted with conflicting documents

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:17 pm

India condemns attacks on two airports in Saudi Arabia

India condemns the attacks over the past few days targeting Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which have resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, MEA said in a statement

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:11 pm

NMC brings doctors digital patient acquisition under ethics rules

Paid rankings, fake reviews, referral fees and AI-generated patient testimonials prohibited; repeated violations can lead to suspension or removal from medical register

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:09 pm

Real toll is far higher: Iranian FM Araghchi cites US report listing 81 aircraft losses

Tehran , October 8 : Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has cited a US Congressional Research Service (CRS) report listing 81 US military aircraft reportedly lost or damaged during operations against Iran, saying the real toll is far higher. In a post on X on Thursday, Araghchi said, In May, the Congressional Research Service admitted that Irans Armed Forces had taken out 42 U.S. military aircraft. Now: 81. Real toll is far higher, he added. Araghchi questioned the US militarys assessment of the losses, saying, Proof? CENTCOM wont let a sitting Senator inspect bases it claims are fine. You can fool all the people some of the time... he added. The CRS report, titled U.S. Aircraft Combat Losses in Operation Epic Fury: Considerations for Congress and updated on October 5, lists 81 fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft, including uncrewed aircraft systems, that were reportedly lost or damaged in US operations against Iran since February 28. According to the report, the list was compiled from news reports, statements by the US Department of Defense and US Central Command (CENTCOM), and the Department of Defense Inspector General. The CRS said the number of aircraft may remain subject to revision due to multiple factors, including classification, ongoing combat activity and attribution. It also noted that some damaged aircraft may have been returned to active service. The report lists 12 F-15E Strike Eagle fighter aircraft, one F-35A Lightning II fighter aircraft, two A-10 Thunderbolt II ground-attack aircraft, seven KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refuelling aircraft, one E-3 Sentry airborne early warning-and-control aircraft, two MC-130J Commando II special operations aircraft and one HH-60W Jolly Green II combat search-and-rescue helicopter. It also lists one MQ-4C Triton, three MQ-1 multi-role uncrewed aircraft, 45 MQ-9 Reaper multi-role uncrewed aircraft, one AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, four AH-6 Little Bird light attack helicopters and one MH-60 Sea Hawk maritime helicopter. The CRS report said the US Department of Defense on September 14 published a Lead Inspector General report assessing certain equipment losses relating to operations against Iran between April 1 and June 30. It said the reported incidents could raise several considerations for Congress, including whether lawmakers have sufficient information to assess aircraft losses and replacement plans, the budgetary impact of replacing or repairing aircraft, force sufficiency, industrial base capacity and operational risks. The report also noted that in September, the Congressional Budget Office estimated the cost of equipment losses as of August 1 at between USD 1.9 billion and USD 3.3 billion, depending on Department of Defense plans for replacements. Meanwhile, according to Axios, citing US officials, US President Donald Trump has not made a final decision on resuming major combat operations against Iran, but the Pentagon has been instructed to prepare for possible fresh strikes. According to the report, the Pentagon instructed US Central Command (US CENTCOM) several days ago to conclude preparations for resuming major combat operations in Iran. The directive did not set a specific date for launching strikes. US and Israeli officials told Axios that renewed combat operations could take place before the US midterm elections, scheduled to be held on November 3, and possibly ahead of Israeli elections, which are expected a week earlier.

RisingKashmir 8 Oct 2026 3:06 pm

Bihar: Boat breaks down mid-Ganga, three bikes fall into river

A boat carrying passengers and vehicles broke down mid-stream in the Ganges River near Bihars Bakhtiyarpur. During the incident, three motorcycles fell into the river; however, no casualties or injuries were reported.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:00 pm

Paul John Single Malt Whisky rebrands: Whats changing beyond the bottle?

As Paul John Single Malt Whisky refreshes its packaging and embraces Indian craft, questions of climate, composition, and consumer preference reveal the challenges facing a category that has spent years proving its credentials.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 3:00 pm

Car crashes into petrol pump, catches fire near Attibele in Bengaluru

According to police, the driver was travelling with a young woman when he allegedly lost control of the car and hit a petrol pump employee before crashing into the fuel dispensing unit

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:57 pm

Telangana Congress leaders detained during march to Lok Bhavan in Hyderabad against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Ministers continued their protest at the Police Station with large number of activists joining them.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:56 pm

Crime Branch defends pace of probe into Chander Kunj Army towers in Kochi amid owners concerns

In letter to affected apartment owners, Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch, Ernakulam Range, dismisses allegations of lack of progress in investigation into alleged irregularities and offences related to construction

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:55 pm

Factories making banned plastic products to face power disconnection, sealing in Erode

Once a factory manufacturing banned single-use plastic products is identified, its electricity connection will be disconnected through the district coordination committee

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:54 pm

FIR registered after chicks kicked onto railway tracks in Guwahati

PETA-India worked with local animal rights activist Aditi Bakshi to secure the FIR after a video showed chicks being kicked onto the tracks at Guwahati Railway Station on October 1

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:52 pm

Arunachal Jobs 2026 : Apply for Guest Lecturer in NERIST

Applications are invited for recruitment of various teaching positions or jobs in NERIST Arunachal Pradesh in 2026. North Eastern Regional Institute of Science & Technology (NERIST) Arunachal Pradesh is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Guest Faculty in Psychology for the January-May 2027 semester. Name of post : [] The post Arunachal Jobs 2026 : Apply for Guest Lecturer in NERIST appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 8 Oct 2026 2:51 pm

Telangana woman gets triple talaq notice by post

Groom also took out an advertisement in regional daily

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:46 pm

Column | Can we import civic sense?

When there is a misplaced expectation of decency in a world filled with idiocy

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:29 pm

KPSC recruitment scam: ED arrests suspended chairperson, member; 2040 lakh bribe for leaked answer keys

In some cases, the accused allegedly used confidential information to approach candidates, who were anyway likely to be selected, and assured them of selection in exchange for bribes ranging from 10 lakh to 50 lakh

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:13 pm

Gadkari-Satheesan meeting decides to expedite NH, other road projects in Keralam

Gadkari assures that required Union Cabinet approval for Thiruvananthapuram Outer Ring Road project will be granted soon

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:11 pm

Who is ACP Vivek Bhagat? Delhi cop accused of sexual harassment during protests

A 2018-batch IPS officer, Vivek Bhagat is in the crosshairs over sexual assault allegations by women journalists at Jantar Mantar, prompting him to seek a hold of his promotion

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 2:11 pm

How womens rights must become part of a wider struggle for a more equal India

As protests bring unlikely allies together, a reminder of why solidarity, and speaking up for each others causes, matters

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:58 pm

Naidu meets Shah, Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil in Delhi; seeks push for Godavari-Cauvery river-linking

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu also asks Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil to release funds on time for Polavaram and the Jal Jeevan Mission works

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:48 pm

Nana Patekar passes away at 75, tributes pour in from PM Modi, Maharashtra CM Fadnavis & others

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, known for his iconic roles across Hindi and Marathi cinema, passed away in Goa early Thursday morning at the age of 75 after being found unconscious at his residence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari expressed deep grief, remembering him as a powerhouse performer and a dedicated philanthropist who touched millions through his craft and social work for rural communities.

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:47 pm

Delhis monuments are becoming stages for a new cultural economy

Ticketed concerts are bringing new audiences into Delhis monuments. But as heritage becomes part of the experience economy, questions about permissions, conservation and commercial use remain

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:26 pm

Ekadasi Udayasthamana Pooja: Supreme court directs Guruvayoor temple to follow traditional practice

The court said it would hear the main appeal in December

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:25 pm

Supreme Court orders Centre to form panel to regulate unethical pharma marketing

The petition had raised concerns over pharmaceutical companies allegedly offering doctors expensive gifts, overseas trips, and other incentives to encourage the prescription of particular drugs

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:19 pm

Special drive launched to enrol eligible voters left out during SIR in Puducherry

The special drive has been launched to enrol eligible persons whose names may have been left out of the electoral roll during or after the SIR, including those of young and first-time voters

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:18 pm

Special drive launched to enrol eligible voters left out during SIR in Puducherry

The special drive has been launched to enrol eligible persons whose names may have been left out of the electoral roll during or after the SIR, including those of young and first-time voters

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 1:18 pm