BJP alleges discrepancies in SIR in Belagavi
BJP accuses Congress of undermining democratic institutions
The court ruled that the restrictions imposed through Sections 20A, 20B, and 20C in prohibited and regulated areas, which extend up to a 200-metre radius from the protected monuments, are constitutionally valid and do not infringe upon citizens fundamental rights.
Police destroy ganja cultivation, six held in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh
In a separate incident, 385 kg of dry ganja worth 1.9 crore seized from a four-wheeler at Turluvada Toll Plaza in Visakhapatnam district
India issues fresh advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia amid flight disruptions
Riyadh's international airport remains closed to flight operations, while airports in Dammam, Jeddah and Medina continue to operate, although some disruptions persist, the embassy said
I want to be the strike bowler and go-to batter: Shedge
A possible maiden ODI call-up for the New Zealand tour is now a talking point, but his immediate focus is Mumbais Ranji Trophy fixture against Himachal Pradesh
Watch: CJPs Tiranga March: Police detain protesters at Connaught Place
Keralam proposes 510 more casualty doctor posts in government hospitals
KTR seeks judicial probe into proposed foreign coal imports
Government urges Ministry of Shipping to conduct cruise market assessment in Puducherry
Railways to operate 148 special trains for Sabarimala pilgrimage season
Minister Kodikunnil Suresh the decision aims to ensure seamless travel infrastructure for thousands of Ayyappa devotees converging in Kerala during the peak pilgrimage period.
National-level marathon to be held in Belagavi on October 25
120 students graduate from Ragas Dental College and Hospital
ED completes registering nine auctioned assets worth 103.26 crore in Nowhera Shaik-Heera Group case
Proceeds from the auction will be transferred to the Serious Fraud Investigation Office for disbursement among victims and claimants, in accordance with Supreme Court directions
Plague case in Siberia: what we know and what we should know | In Focus Podcast
In this episode, we explore the plague, from Indias devastating outbreaks to recent concerns in Russia, examining its transmission, treatment, historical impact and the actual risk of another outbreak.
Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan
The Army psychiatrist walked into a medical building where soldiers were getting medical checkups, shouted Allahu akbar Arabic for God is great! and opened fire with a laser-sighted handgun. Thirteen people were killed and more than 30 injured
Hands-on training on Golden Hour organised as part of World Trauma Day
Breast cancer awareness programme held at Thoothukudi GH
KEA examinations: DC directs officials to ensure free and fair conduct
One held, juvenile detained for smuggling 70 lakh worth ganja
Nara Bhuvaneswari inaugurates NTR Memorial Trust Blood Bank in Vijayawada
Facility soon to cater to the needs of children suffering from thalassemia, says the managing trustee of NMT
Uchchaihshravas for Bold Venture Plate
Keralam govt. forms four-member panel to look into private bus owners demands
The committee has been directed to submit a report to the government within a maximum of six weeks, after direct consultations with relevant stakeholders
Buoyed by Alfred Dunhill Links Championship win, Meronk eyes more glory
Flex banners and wall posters banned for Sathaya Vizha
Trump administration advances plan for peptide drugs favoured by RFK Jr.
Federal health officials are moving ahead with plans to broaden access to a class of unproven injectable drugs called peptides
Heavy rain floods roads, houses in Erode
TWAD report finds groundwater contamination at 136 locations around Perundurai SIPCOT
Established in 1991 on 2,700 acre, the SIPCOT Industrial Growth Centre has faced allegations from farmers and residents for years that effluent from textile-processing units enter the adjoining Nallaa Odai and other waterbodies, contaminating groundwater
TN aided college Professor suspended on charges of demanding 1 lakh from research student
National Hockey: UP, MP Win 3-2 In Pool Matches
Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh secured narrow 3-2 victories in their respective pool matches in Division A of the senior men's national hockey championship on Friday. Uttar Pradesh overcame a two-goal deficit against Hockey Karnataka, while Madhya Pradesh held off Maharashtra. Other matches saw Haryana defeat Manipur Hockey and Hockey Punjab beat Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu.
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Falling returns: Is it time to pause your SIP? | Pocket Money Podcast
In this episode, Vivek Kaul unpacks foreign investor outflows, record SIP inflows and falling markets, exploring what these trends mean for valuations and whether investors should continue their SIPs.
U.S. envoy holds rare meeting with Sudans top general in push to seek end to fighting
The rare meeting between Massad Boulos and Abdel-Fattah Burhan comes as the U.S., Egypt and other intermediaries seek to renew pressure on the warring parties in Sudan to negotiate an end to the fighting that has killed at least 59,000 people
Why Tamil Nadus government schools need a revival plan
Before closing low-enrolment government schools, the administration must ask whether children are disappearing or merely choosing alternative institutions
CJP Abhijeet Dipke detained ahead of Lehra Do Tiranga event
Delhi Police detained Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke ahead of the Lehra Do Tiranga gathering at Connaught Place. The police cited Section 163 prohibitory orders, traffic concerns and public safety. Dipke questioned the detention and asked for an alternative venue.
Heavy Rain Forces Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijays Kerala Visit to be Canceled
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays much-anticipated visit to Kerala was canceled due to heavy rainfall, disappointing thousands of fans. Heavy Rain Forces Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijays Kerala Visit to be Canceled
Misuse prompts Keralam Revenue dept. to cancel 2017 circular permitting correction of survey numbers
Circular had permitted corrections in title deed forms where survey numbers were erroneously entered. Survey numbers were amended in over 600 cases by misusing the circular, according to the Land Revenue Commissioners communication to the government sent in August 2026
MSMEs seek curbs on steel, metal price surge; urge Centre to cut import duties
The industry body said timely intervention was essential to contain input-cost pressures and protect the competitiveness and viability of the regions MSME sector.
India vs West Indies first T20I: Windies could run India close in the shortest format
The host boasts of a power-packed batting line-up; Samson under the scanner; how the team management handles Sooryavanshi remains to be seen; the visitor gets a big boost with the return of Hetmyer, Powell, Shepherd and Akeal
AI agents gained unauthorised access to Indian organisations, says CERT-In
The extraordinary disclosure which does not name the AI providers or Indian organisations involved comes as a result of proactive disclosures from the agents own developers, says CERT-In
Pond inauguration takes a plunge, quite literally
At Peechaniparamba near Angadipuram on Sunday afternoon, Manjalamkuzhi Ali, MLA, gave the renovated Thiruthilkulam pond an unexpected opening by pushing local ward member Shabeer Manjambra into the water. Soon, residents and children joined the elected representatives in the water, turning the formal function into an impromptu swimming session.
The Plan, which will cover the 2027-2032 period, will target a higher growth trajectory for the State and will aim to address critical issues facing the State such as the unemployment rate, he says
Periya Polathali gets a conservation lifeline in Pilicode
The Pilicode grama panchayat Biodiversity Management Committee (BMC) has begun initiatives to protect Periya Polathali, a plant facing an extremely serious threat of extinction
Telangana CM Revanth seeks film stars help to prepare people for El Nino challenges
This El Nino is unprecedented, worse than we have seen in decades, says CM
BJP, BJD spar over student union elections in Odisha
BJD and Biju Chhatra Janata Dal stands firmly against the BJP governments conspiracy to win the student union elections through injustice and unfair means, claims former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik
SSLC exam 1: KSEAB opens online registration
The last date for schools to register the names of students is November 11
Abhijeet Dipke detained by Delhi Police outside his residence
Mite infestation and sheath rot spread in Kuttanads second-crop paddy fields
Noraiah, Caradoc and Saint Sizzle show out
Seo Kangjun and Ahn Eun-jin interview: On A Love Other Than Yours, messy relationships and more
Seo Kangjun and Ahn Eun-jin open up about A Love Other Than Yours, the K-Drama exploring the messy realities of a decade-long relationship, emotional conflict, and complicated love
Based on The Hindus report, the NGT has issued notices to 14 authorities including, the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh, National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, as per a recent order
Yes Bank weighs legal option after SC ruling, stares at 250 bps CET1 impact
The pro forma effect of reinstating the AT1 bond principal on its Common Equity Tier-1 (CET1) ratio, including profits, as of June 30, 2026, was expected to be 250 basis points.
Street Fighter movie review: Fists, fetishes and a fighting chance at cult status
A salacious, plot-starved brawl of horny meatheads and 90s mall-arcade nostalgia, Street Fighter is far too stupid for its own good, yet far too entertaining to dismiss
Artist from Odisha crafts idols for Puja pandals in Kochi
Puja pandals get ready as the city gears up for the culmination of the Navaratri festivities
CCMB scientists develop genetic toolkit to shine light on TBs inner workings
The scientists created a collection of 40 new shuttle vectors equipped with fluorescent markers, which make proteins glow under a microscope
Federal Bank Q2 profit jumps 45% to record 1,386 crore
Tthe agricultural segment warranted close monitoring amid the threat of El Nio, though the bank had not yet recorded any significant impact on slippages.
Rupee rises 7 paise to close at 94.92 against U.S. dollar on RBI intervention
Elevated crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows capped the rupee's gains, according to forex traders
Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha said he had first written to the Prime Minister on April 11 to convene an all-party meeting before bringing any Constitutional Amendment Bill on delimitation
Nayyi Navelli movie review: Yami Gautams genre-neutral offering is high on decibels, low on charms
Directed by Balaji Mohan, the film loses shape of its identity as it descends into mythology, acting often like an overdramatic TV soap
Private bus operators to strike in Keralam from November 3
They demand that free travel scheme for women be extended to private buses as well, and that the government reimburse bus operators for their ticket fares.
Sacrifice movie review: Chris Evans, Anya Taylor-Joy bumble along in this confused satire
With Sacrifice, Romain Gavras finds himself replicating a self-deprecating genre that Hollywood has found itself quite obsessed with lately, but doesnt quite deliver a satisfying product
Search intensified for seven-year-old girl missing near Gingee
The police are examining the backgrounds of people in the locality and neighbouring villages who have previous criminal records
Fifty years ago | Ajanta, Ellora complex to be put on tourism map
A hundred years ago | A huge python on board a steamer
As there was no issue dated October 6, 1926, from the issue dated October 5, 1926
New York declares disaster emergency over measles outbreak
Since July 15, 92 cases have been reported in 18 New York counties, while Pennsylvania has reported 977 cases, many in rural counties along the New York border, the Governor said
Writer of the Malayalam series Eyes, Anjana Nayar, on how she came to create it
Anjana Nayar speaks about writing the story of Eyes, and colloborating with her husband Sanjay, of the writer duo Bobby-Sanjay
Is Apple Home on track with the HomeView?
We spent an hour with the new Apple HomeView and here are our initial impressions
Early-onset Alzheimer's disease looks very different to late-onset version: study
Cardiovascular risk factors, alongside advanced age, are among the best-known risk factors for the neurodegenerative disease, the researchers said
ICC unseals arrest warrants for four Taliban leaders wanted on gender persecution charges
With the Taliban in control of Afghanistan and the court having no police force to execute warrants, the prospect of any of the suspects being arrested is remote
Local bodies not obliged to fund KSRTC depots: Transport Minister
C.P. John allays concerns raised by the Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan, says Corporations and municipalities with robust revenue bases than grama panchayats can contribute voluntarily to improve local KSRTC depots if they considered it necessary.
Decision follows recurring fatal accidents of young Indian seafarers over the years
Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story movie review: Caught in the paradox of fairness
Avinash Aruns vision and Sumit Roys writing offer a lot, but the films commercial ambitions and artistic execution clash, leaving Prahaar a tad blunted.
Samajwadi Party patronised criminals across U.P.during its rule, alleges CM Adityanath
Houses for poor to be built on land reclaimed from mafia Atiq Ahmed, 602 families to get homes in first phase and 598 families in second phase in Prayagraj
The university has asked the five-member panel to submit findings within 15 working days
For DP World, the main trouble centres around the port of Jebel Ali in Dubai, which is the ninth-largest port in the world, and the largest in West Asia
Crazy Kalyanam movie review: A middling marriage drama salvaged by a strong finish
Director Badrappa Gajulas Telugu film braves a bumpy start, thanks to Naresh and Anupama Parameswarans winsome performances
Man arrested for stealing gold jewellery while posing as police officer in Teynampet
Airstrikes, artillery hit north Ethiopia as government and rebels clash, sources say
Air attacks killed at least 17 people northwest of Tigrays capital Mekelle which federal government forces took over the weekend according to a bulletin circulated among humanitarian groups
A mere 0.18% of KIIFBs approved outlay and 0.21% of the amount released were allocated to projects exclusively for SC/ST development, says panel.
The call for the protest march was made after CJP co-conveners Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were remanded to five days judicial custody on Wednesday (October 14, 2026) allegedly for entering Jantar Mantar.
China brings its original flavours to Hyderabad at Telangana Calling
Food, tea and tradition took centre stage as chefs Wang Haiwei and Liu Jiale demonstrated classics such as Peking duck rolls and cold-served egg rolls
Justice Hemant Chandangoudar grants the ex parte interim injunction pursuant to a 1-crore defamation suit filed by the Minister
Two passengers drive away in the car after stabbing the driver near Manapparai
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay inaugurates 301.71-crore Periyar Arivulagam in Coimbatore
He also unveiled a statue of Thanthai Periyar at the facility
Andhra Pradesh High Court hands Gade Sai Krishna custodial death probe to CBI
A Special Investigation Team formed by the State government had been investigating the alleged custodial death of Gade Sai Krishna since June
The plea called for mandatory age verification, age-appropriate access, verifiable parental consent and stronger safeguards against cyberbullying, sexual exploitation, harmful content and excessive platform use.
