MEA calls on U.S. to ensure safety, security of Indians after foiled Illinois temple attack
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the attempted mass shooting at a temple highlights the increasing cases of hate crimes and racial discrimination against the Indian community in the United States
Fifty years ago | Scope for India-UAE co-operation
A hundred years ago | Londons street of silence
Dozens of soldiers, militants and miners killed in Nigeriaattacks
The attacks underscore the persistent threat posed by Islamist insurgents in northeastern Nigeria despite years of military campaigns against Boko Haram and its offshoot
Rohan Bopanna returns to action, will represent Gurgaon Grand Slammers in TPL
Argentina's world No. 60 Roman Burruchaga, representing the Kolkata Thunder Blades, will be the highest-ranked singles player in the league
PM, HMlikely to skip West Bengal govts mega Mahalaya event
The West Bengal government is holding the grand Mahalaya event at Eden Gardens cricket stadium and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was supposed to attend the grand event.
Property taxation needs structural reform
The property tax performance of Indias municipal bodies has been poor Indias cumulative property tax was 0.15-0.2% of its GDP
N R I Ace primed to deliver in feature
Letters to The Editor October 8, 2026
Reopening Brexit debate a terrible idea: Conservative leader Badenoch
Can you imagine having to go through that again? So much time lost arguing with ourselves, arguing with the EU, going round and round in circles I think that is a terrible idea, Ms. Badenoch said
Four boys booked under POCSO Act
Congress MP Bimol Akoijam gets support from womens wing in Manipur
The MP has been accused of sexual harassment by Jawaharlal Nehru University students; the University dismissed him on October 9
Gradiant bets big on India, secures five contracts, including semiconductor fab
Company appoints Hari Prasad as India MD as water-treatment firm wins five contracts across semiconductor, PCB and solar manufacturing
The government is preparing amendments to the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act and the National Identity Card and Registration Act to address difficulties faced by families of missing people in registering their deaths, officials said
Two more persons arrested in connection with Palani Math land case
Bandi Sanjay accuses Congress of mudslinging against ECI
Committee formed to ensureHILscontinuation
CRICKET | History will be kinder to you: Gambhir to Agarkar
IND u-19 vs AUS u-19 | Baloda scalps a record-breaking 14 in India u-19s dominant win
The hosts bowl out Australia under-19 for 151 to set up an 11-run chase; Cattles lone battle only delays the inevitable as Yashbardhan & Co. clinch the series 2-0
RBI to allow inter-operability among account aggregators; integrate bank deposits with CAS
Account aggregator will give you an overview of all your financial assets at one view. Mr. Malhotra
WHO says no obesity drugs, surgery for under-10s
The recommendations also stressed the importance of addressing mental health alongside obesity
Dhirs impact with the ball was decisive in the first T20I
Water level in Mettur dam stands at 68.70 feet
October Octaves back with 11th edition this weekend
Launched in 2015, October Octaves is back with Eternal Echoes, their 11th edition, this weekend
Beast Mode and Sovereign King excel
Brave Heart, Mandalay, Hold Your Breath and Renoir shine
Iran must cut enrichment to end war, U.S. Vice-President Vance says
J.D. Vance, in an interview, said the U.S. was in talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. But it was unclear how much authority they wield within Irans power structure, he said
IND vs WI T20Is | We would always like to take the aggressive option: Morkel
It is a real test to bowl to him (Shai Hope), but one that we really enjoy, said the India bowling coach
Women are twice as likely to use public transport for work commute | Data
Nearly 67% of all women who commuted to work relied on walking or buses or other public transport
7 policemen injured in attack in northwest Pakistan
A search operation has been launched, and an investigation into the incident is underway
Ukraines Zelenskyy says intelligence shows Russia is preparing massive attack
Mr. Zelenskyy said Ukraines position depended largely on what its allies could provide in terms of weaponry to defend against a new Russian attack
RBI raises FY27 inflation projection to 5.2% amid higher crude oil prices
Consumer inflation accelerated in August to 4.82% from a year earlier, above the Reserve Bank of Indias 4% medium-term target for a third consecutive month
Delhi High Court refuses to stay probe against woman journalist in case filed by ACP
Heavy deployment, stir hitting livelihood, say traders and vendors in central Delhi
Messi retires from international football as Argentina defeats Benin in friendly match
The 39-year-old, widely regarded as the greatest player in football history, had announced his decision to retire in August following Argentinas World Cup defeat to Spain
Oration on corrosive strictures held
11 Tamil Nadu State Civil Service officers appointed to IAS
GCC opens Nageswara Rao Park in Mylapore after renovation
Park was renovated at a cost of 8.49 cr.; it now has a 1.6 km-long footpath, 28 varieties of plants, childrens play area, badminton court
Centreintervenes to buy airlines more time at Adanis Mumbai airport
The ministrys intervention effectively puts the proposed international slot cuts on hold while stakeholders seek a workable transition plan.
Indias blind women cricketers still wait for house sites and jobs a year after their World Cup win
Captain Deepika T.C. of Madakasira in Andhra Pradeshs Sri Sathya Sai district is still waiting for the house site she was promised
SUV goes up in flames on Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway in Vellore
Bus stop near Akkarai junction compoundsECR traffic congestion
Puducherry police search for photographer in sexual assault case
Cave-in near Walajabad hits suburban train services to Kancheepuram, Thirumalpur
The cave-in was caused by heavy rain at the construction site of a subway near Poosivakkam village
Tiruvannamalai Corporation installs specially designed bins to collect PET bottles
Dipke, Neha Bora among over 150 detained amid
New Delhi, Oct 16: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke and AISA chief Neha Bora were preventively detained by Delhi Police here on Friday while on their way to participate in the Lehra Do Tiranga protests, with Dipke headed to Connaught Place and Bora to Mandi House. While Dipke was picked up from his [] The post Dipke, Neha Bora among over 150 detained amid Lehra Do Tiranga protests first appeared on Highland Post .
STP issue traffic advisory for Durga Puja
Shillong, Oct 16: The Shillong Traffic Police (STP) has issued a detailed traffic advisory for the upcoming Durga Puja celebrations in the city, outlining special traffic regulations and parking restrictions to ensure smooth movement of vehicles and pedestrians during the festive period. Festivities will be observed from October 17 to 20, culminating in idol immersion [] The post STP issue traffic advisory for Durga Puja first appeared on Highland Post .
Cops issue notice to remove vehicles at Nongpoh Police Station
Shillong, Oct 16: Several vehicles are stationed within the Nongpoh Police Station premises and police today issued a notice to the general public requiring their removal within 10 days. These vehicles are causing congestion within the station premises and were then moved to the road service lane adjacent to the police station but this is [] The post Cops issue notice to remove vehicles at Nongpoh Police Station first appeared on Highland Post .
Lumshong school student wins Child Scientist Award
Shillong, Oct 16: One Aurihonta Das, a Class 10 student of Star Public School Campus, Lumshnong, in East Jaintia Hills, has been awarded the prestigious Child Scientist Award at the 12th National Level Exhibition and Project Competition (NLEPC) INSPIRE-MANAK 2026 in New Delhi. Selected among the National Top 60 child scientists across India, Aurihonta has [] The post Lumshong school student wins Child Scientist Award first appeared on Highland Post .
Ri-Bhoi College celebrates newest graduates
Nongpoh, Oct 16: Ri-Bhoi College today honoured 65 students who completed their undergraduate studies at a graduation ceremony held on the college premises. Nongpoh MLA Mayralborn Syiem attended the programme as the chief guest, in the presence of college Principal E Kharkongor, faculty members of Ri-Bhoi College and Northern Ri-Bhoi College, along with students. During [] The post Ri-Bhoi College celebrates newest graduates first appeared on Highland Post .
Domestic workers urged to register on E-Shram portal
Shillong, Oct 16: Domestic workers were today urged to register on the E-Shram portal to avail benefits of various schemes including pension and protection for childrens education. The SDO(S) and SDM for East Khasi Hills, Ayushi Pradhan, urged the workers to do so while attending a programme on Decent Work Day where she was the [] The post Domestic workers urged to register on E-Shram portal first appeared on Highland Post .
Guv celebrates 100 years of Rilbong
Shillong, Oct 16: Meghalaya Governor CH Vijayashankar today said the centenary celebration of Rilbong Sanatan Hindu Dharma Sabha is a significant milestone celebrating a century of community life, service and cultural heritage. He was speaking as chief guest at the inauguration of the centenary celebration at Rilbong here. The Governor highlighted Rilbongs 100-year journey, recalling [] The post Guv celebrates 100 years of Rilbong first appeared on Highland Post .
Mr. Sidhu, who was in the city as part of a high-level Canadian trade mission to India, said Canada and India had complementary economic strengths and were well positioned to build stronger partnerships at a time when global trade patterns were being reshaped.
Devotees celebrate Durga Puja with Prabhat Pheri procession in Visakhapatnam
Super Cup 2026: Determined Nongkseh hold off Mawlai for memorable semifinal win
Shillong, Oct 16: Nongkseh resisted everything Mawlai could throw at them to win 1-0 in the first semifinal of the SSA Super Cup 2026 at the SSA Stadium here this evening. Banraplang Pyngrope scored the lone goal in the 47th minute. It was after this point that Mawlai really attacked in earnest but their efforts [] The post Super Cup 2026: Determined Nongkseh hold off Mawlai for memorable semifinal win first appeared on Highland Post .
M.N. Eye Hospital organises eye donation awareness camps in the city
Darakhshan Andrabi reviews shrine, mosque projects in Jammu
Jammu, OCT 16: Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi on Friday reviewed ongoing construction and reconstruction works at Talab Khatika, Gumat and Peer Baba Satwari in Jammu. Accompanied by the engineering team of the Jammu Waqf Division, Andrabi inspected the progress of the first-floor construction of the Grand Mosque at Talab Khatika and the new construction project of the Ziyarat of Hazrat Roshan Shah (RA). She also reviewed the reconstruction work at the shrine of Peer Baba Budan Ali Shah (RA) and sought updates from engineering officials on the progress and expected timelines for completion. Andrabi directed the concerned officials to maintain construction quality, sustain the pace of work and ensure timely completion of all projects. She expressed hope that the renovated and upgraded religious sites would soon be inaugurated for devotees and the general public. Highlighting the Boards developmental initiatives, she said the ongoing projects reflected its commitment to preserving and restoring the spiritual and cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir. She said the Waqf Board was focused on improving infrastructure and facilities at religious institutions while preserving their spiritual significance and promoting the regions shared heritage. Andrabi reiterated the Boards commitment to the systematic development, preservation and beautification of shrines and religious institutions across Jammu and Kashmir.
TDP names Mukka Sravani as GVMC Mayor candidate
Metrics to minds restoring purpose to universities
Standardised examinations are undermining academic judgement, intellectual diversity and institutional autonomy in Indias higher education system
Till now, mostly government school teachers, revenue and other State government officials were engaged to carry out the enumeration work
Fenesta Open: Prabodh stuns Balsekar; top-seeded Sureshkumar-Sinha advance to quarterfinals
The doubles competitions also got underway, with top seeds Manish Sureshkumar/Nitin Sinha advancing to the quarterfinals with a 7-5, 6-2 win over Raghav Jaisinghani/Lakshit Sood
66 Vizag candidates file nominations for local body polls
Traders at Madurai vegetable market demand urgent infrastructure upgrade amid rains
Roads inside the market were laid when the facility was opened in 2010. Since then, no work had been undertaken to upgrade its infrastructure, say traders
Fifty years ago | Aluminium conductors cause phone faults
The MAITC MP had approached the top court seeking guidelines to ensure cooperation from local authorities and the police during visits to her constituency
A hundred years ago | Fighting malaria in Indian plantations
Residents in Visakhapatnams Madhurawada flag poor roads, drains, ahead of GVMC polls
ED provisionally attaches 136.44-crore assets in illegal coal mining case
The illegal activities were allegedly carried out by a syndicate led by Anup Majee alias Lala
Letters to The Editor October 7, 2026
Indias fight fades as Uruguay nets six
The visitors show their might in the second half after Thapa makes it 1-1 in the 22nd minute; the host struggles to maintain its defensive discipline
Man found dead with gunshot wound, licensed firearm recovered
Neha Bora social media post: End the Illegal Abduction of Neha
Watch: Stalin calls detention of Abhijeet Dipke, Neha Bora blatantly illegal
McSweeney, Sutherland and Beardman do the star turn as Australia-A goes one up
The home side gets bundled out for 149 in pursuit of 275
Cornell sexual assault case: Why the investigation has been reopened | Explained
How did Cornell handle the case through its Title IX disciplinary process? Why did the universitys response draw scrutiny? What led to the criminal investigation being reopened in 2026?
UCIL bets on greenfield mines, copper residue to double uranium output by 2036
UCILs production expansion plan comes as India seeks to increase domestic uranium availability to support its growing nuclear power programme.
Two teenagers killed, one injured in road accident in Theni
Archery Premier League: Knights, Marathas through to playoffs
Chola Chiefs registers its third win of the season, beating defending champion Rajputana Royals
Man gets five years jail in POCSO case
Ladakh groups reject government proposal, call it significant departure from assurances
The groups urge the Union Home Ministry to reconsider the proposal and accept the draft Memorandum of Understanding they have submitted in its true spirit and entirety
Philippines protests Chinese envoy's remarks, calling them a 'thinly veiled threat'
China and the Philippines have long clashed over territorial disputes in the South China Sea.
Hinduja Tech names Faiz Ahmad as CEO
AAP targets BJP during Tiranga Yatra in Delhi, raises vote thieves, leave the throne slogan
A protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls brought together students, women, activists and political leaders at Rajarathinam Stadium in Chennai.
World Bank ups India's GDP growth projection to 7.1% for FY27
India's exports have performed better than expected and are likely to provide the main upside to the FY27 growth outlook relative to the April forecasts, World Bank said in a report
ECI orders Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in Manipur
Elections to 60 Assembly seats in the conflict-scarred State are due by March 2027
Bengaluru rain offers respite from heat, exposes waterlogging woes again
QR code fraud: police register case against six toll plaza employees in Kozhikode
According to the police, the employees allegedly targeted vehicles without FASTag and displayed QR codes linked to private accounts to collect toll payments instead of routing them through the authorised system
Anti-CEC protest: Farmers to march to Delhi on October 23
SKM leader Ashok Dhawale says farmers will hold protests simultaneously at all district, taluk and block headquarters in support of the demand
