Why India needs to rethink what happens after a road crash
On World Trauma Day, October 17, India needs to think about stronger coordination between emergency services, hospitals, and public authorities, supported by reliable referral pathways and trauma-care protocols
Lord Malayappa Swamy rides Hanumantha Vahanam at Tirumalas Brahmotsavams
While the Stop Vote Chori protest cheered for activist Dhruv Rathee as the keynote speaker, chants of Modi, Modi rang out from a smaller group across the Gandhi statue, being kept apart by Metropolitan Police officers
Leopard trapped at Akathethara
The leopard was caught in a cage set up near the residential area
GVMC nominations: 265 for Ward members, 7 for Mayor on Day 2
Tyeb Mehtas Rickshaw Puller sells for 69.1 crore
The acrylic on canvas dates from 2002, in the final decade of Mehtas career, and depicts the rickshaw puller, a figure he returned to in his later work
Engineering student Lingampalli Himaja says she developed RUDHRA to help visually impaired people create Braille documents independently, eliminating the complexities involved in conventional Braille typing
Heavy rainfall to continue across T.N. till October 23
The RMC has issued yellow alert for 17 districts, particularly north and interior districts; many water-stressed delta and interior districts would continue to receive heavy rainfall till October 23
Channareddy Patil Tunnur campaigns for Congress candidate Sharanappa Mattur in MLC elections
Woman undertrial caught while trying to smuggle 11,500 cash into Parappana Agrahara Central Prison
Madurai district police seize 6 kg of ganja, arrest three men
Nine escape unhurt as car plunges into 10-foot gorge in forest area in Erode
Local body elections: SEC directs maintenance of law and order as violence continues in some areas
Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha orders officials to bring the situation under control, deploy adequate security at all the nomination filing centres so that candidates can file their papers by 3 p.m. on October 18
Police rescue abducted retired IRS officer from Visakhapatnam guest house; arrest 10 persons
Pavement, a readers paradise | Review of Kanupriya Dhingras The Sunday Book Bazaar
Dhingra traces the history of Delhis Daryaganj book market and its place in the citys unofficial intellectual life
MLA objects to shifting old beds, cots to new district hospital
DP World India Championship: Chacarratakes a two-shot lead into the final day
However, the Spaniard needs to play 25 holes on Sunday; Luiten and Hidalgo in joint second; McIlroy continues to disappoint; Om Prakash leads the home contingent as six Indians make the cut
10 held for posing as policemen and kidnapping jeweller
Brick kiln units washed off in rains
The report also faults the DGCA and says its audit and surveillance into VSR Ventures Pvt Limited failed to find the shortcomings discovered by the investigation into 2023 crash
Man sentenced to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for sexual assault of minor
Capital matters, but what it builds matters more: Infosys co-founder S.D. Shibulal
Former MP demands appointment of Board of Governors for Puducherry Technological University
Dharwad girl selected for 2027 Deaflympics
As conflicts disrupt shipping, Indias crude purchases show how fast it can adapt
Sugarcane farmers on protest path again to seek fair share in sugar and ethanol revenues
Sugarcane farmers are undertaking the Hubballi Chalo padayatra, putting focus again on many long-unresolved issues
Three killed in two separate accidents near K.R. Puram
Minister hands over appointment orders to contract nurses in Madurai
Govt. schemes should be delivered more effectively to farmers: Srinivas Poojary
Many people have improved their lives by growing multiple crops along with horticultural crops, says the MP.
Mass casualty awareness drill held at Madurai Medical College
Sanitary Inspector assaulted over work allocation dispute
A hundred years ago | The Indian currency league
The petitioners contended that protests, rallies, and dharnas were being conducted within their residential locality, denying them their rights under Article 19(1)(d) and Article 21.
State-level kayaking, canoeing championships kick off in Ramanathapuram
Used syringes found at MGR sports stadium restrooms; samples sent for testing
ACB uncovers 2.28 crore assets linked to Keesara Inspector arrested in 5 lakh bribery case
ACB searches six locations, uncovers properties, cash, gold and vehicles; assets estimated at 2.28 crore in official valuation, with market value expected to be considerably higher
Guest lecturers and teachers from other universities and self-financing colleges were accommodated in the boards despite the availability of experienced faculty members in affiliated colleges, the organisations allege
Makkekadavu-Nerekadavu bridge to be inaugurated on October 18
The bridge, which is 800 metres long, has been built at a cost of 98.09 crore
Marathas outlast Archers in an exciting shootoff
Navaratri notes: How Syama Sastris iconic swarajatis are an intimate dialogue with the goddess
Ahead of the nine-day celebration of the goddess, exploring how Syama Sastri combined musical brilliance and profound bhakti to Kamakshi in the three swarajatis that remain among his finest creations.
Praja Seva initiative aims to take govt. closer to the people: Khader
Senior police officers take part in shooting competition at Vallanadu
Dhir and the art of bouncing back
Scheduled Caste federation welcomes Karnataka High Court decision
Couple on scooter crushed between trucks on NH 66 in Malappuram
Bhatti gifts Rashmika a Bathukamma saree
1.75 crore worth of infrastructure projects opened in Pudukkottai
Iran Guards say struck vessel in Strait of Hormuz
The Guards' navy said in a statement published on the force's news platform, Sepah News, that a supertanker, was hit in the Strait of Hormuz and caught fire.
Godavari-Cauvery link bypassing Telangana is a death warrant for TGs water rights: BRS
Karnataka: Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy seeks SIT probe into alleged sting video
Mr. Kumaraswamy recently participated in a sit-in protest at the Bengaluru City Police Commissioners office over detention of two JD(S) IT Wing workers for allegedly spreading the video in question.
Palnadu police enforce prohibitory orders ahead of local body polls
Coffee sector plans AI-led mechanisation push with support from IIT Dharwad, IIT Roorkee
Coffee Board proposes joint effort with planters bodies to develop India-specific harvesting equipment and improve farm productivity, manage labour shortage
Heritage tonga ride for couples in traditional attire
Hyderabad on the cusp of victory as Tripura batters slip up in second innings
Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 116.75 feet
Heavy rain lash Annamayya and Chittoor districts in Andhra Pradesh
11th edition of Pili Nalike at Karavali Utsava grounds on October 20
Ballari records 49% rainfall deficit, crop damage across 71,756 hectares
Field inspections revealed crop damage across 71,756.5 hectares, including 67,236.5 hectares of agricultural crops and 4,520 hectares of horticultural crops
Ranji Trophy | DebutantDeepeshsquick strikes restrict Rajasthan to 363 against Tamil Nadu
The right-arm medium pacer picks up three wickets in eight deliveries to trigger the hosts collapse; Jagadeesan and Pradosh hit half-centuries as TN reaches 167 for four
Madras HC: Covid destroyed marriage, pandemic disputes need separate treatment
The court directed district judges in Tamil Nadu to collect data from family courts dealing with matrimonial disputes pertaining to those marriages which had taken place between 2020 to 2022.
Tamil Nadu north-east monsoon: Will El Nio bring more rain?
After a weak southwest monsoon, can Tamil Nadu recover?
Keralam CM sets deadline for preparations at Sabarimala, seeks progress reports
Satheesan reviews preparations for pilgrimage season at Pampa, directs that all works at the Sannidhanam, Pampa, Nilackal and other pilgrimage centres be completed on a war footing
Ganja seized in Tiruchi Central Prison
Banana, idli eating competitions as part of Shivamogga Dasara celebrations
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi urges protesting farmers to return home for festival
Committee to visit sugarcane farmers in four to five days, says Union Minister
Farmers protest against laying of pipeline along Udumalpet Bypass road fearing groundwater depletion
NHAI begins work on long-delayed FOB after pedestrian deaths on BengaluruMysuru highway
Non-monsoon timetable will be effective on Konkan Railway network from October 21
During the monsoon timetable, which came into effect on June 15, trains on the Konkan Railway route operated at reduced speeds as a precaution against rain-related mishaps
Three steal combine harvester, mini van in Salem; one held
The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, a global body involving 72 national governments and other stakeholders, maps telecommunication towers across five States
Minister launches desilting of Pichaikaranpallam stream in Erode
FSSAI proposes ban on added sucrose, fructose in foods for infants up to six months
Later, govt issues release stating that an infant getting early exposure to added sugars is a public health concern because of its potential implications for the development of dietary preferences and long-term dietary habits
U.S. Senators question legality of Trumps decision to allow Russian oil imports
The Senators said the Trump Administration has also failed to consult with Congress or submit any explanation to justify its decision as required by statute
IMD predicts wet spell in Andhra Pradesh till October 21
The weatherman issues orange alert for the districts of Chittoor, Tirupati and Nellore till 3 p.m. on October 18; yellow alert remains for Rayalaseema and central Andhra Pradesh
Coimbatore Corporation surveys 1.43 lakh buildings for rainwater harvesting
SIPs register recorded 32,490 crore of inflows in September 2026
Despite the global challenges, tightening monetary cycle and muted returns from the domestic equity market during the month, equity mutual funds received an inflow of 38,306.55 crore, marking 67th consecutive month of inflows
Erode district police install watchtowers to monitor crowds ahead of Deepavali
When our meandering money leaves a mark
If every penny we spend leaves a digital footprint, what happens when strangers follow that indelible trail? For, a trail of transactions can reveal who a person actually is
Sri Lankas former President Mahinda Rajapaksa admitted to hospital for urgent medical care
Mr. Rajapaksa's hospitalisation comes amid legal proceedings involving his family, with his wife Shiranthi and elder son Namal facing separate investigations over alleged financial irregularities
Ganga Hospitals trains over 20,000 students in CPR
Sanskrit admission camp in Coimbatore on October 20
Coimbatore Corporation to monitor pregnant women travelling during holidays
Staff nurses will contact pregnant women to record their travel dates, destinations and expected return dates
Vistadome coach set for Keralam debut on MaduraiGuruvayur Express
Designed with extra-large glass windows and an observation-friendly layout, the vistadome coach aims to cater to tourists, families, and leisure travellers keen on taking in the scenic landscape
Why UAPA demands urgent reform
UAPAs vague provisions, stringent bail conditions and inconsistent judicial interpretations have enabled the prolonged imprisonment of activists, scholars and journalists without trial; Prof. G.N. Saibabas experience shows the urgent need to reform a legal regime that undermines civil liberties, due process and rule of law
Lula stages mass rally ahead of Brazil's presidential run-off
Polls show the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, Flavio, is favoured to win the October 25 runoff
Why every university needs an AI-evaluation layer before an AI curriculum
Higher education institutions need assessment systems capable of measuring higher-order thinking, validating genuine learning, and generating meaningful academic insights
IND vs WI 3rd T20: Abhishek, Arshdeep to the fore as India wins a batathon to go 2-1 up
The Men in Blue breached the 200-run mark yet again, recording 223 courtesy of opener Abhishek Sharmas blast (69, 30b, 6x4, 5x6)
