In setback to BJP, Congress wins Nagpur MLC seat
The Congress fielded sitting MLC Abhijeet Wanjari, who secured 67,231 votes, while the BJP fielded former MLA Sudhakar Kohale, who secured 63,960 votes
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ED attaches land, buildings of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur in money laundering case
ED found that funds meant for public works were diverted to the University, government works were executed on its private campus, and funds from contractors who had been allotted government contracts were routed back to the Trust as donations, the statement said
Air Force Golf Course shut as Centre moves to reclaim prime land in Lutyens Delhi
A senior Defence Ministry official confirmed that a survey of the land had been completed and notices had been served
Karnataka SIR: 64.5 lakh voters potentially missing in rolls, majority of them young
Elector-to-population ratio released officially by Karnataka CEO shows under-enrolment of about 64.5 lakh electors, of whom roughly 38.41 lakh are in the 18 to 29 age group.
Bihar Cabinet approves MOU between WRD & NIH, Roorkee for Flood Plain Zone Delineation Study
Cabinet approves 115 acres of land for a sugar mill and 151.58 acres for other industries. 12 crore approved for Bihar State Games 2026. Nod for underground road corridor in Patna.
News from the world of Education: October 29, 2026
Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more
TVS Motor Company to demerge consumer finance business
NCP leader challenges Sunetra Pawars decision to appoint a new national chief spokesperson
Brijmohan Shrivastav claimed that the previously raised queries about her appointment as the national president were still unresolved
Austen again? Make it worth our while
Another Sense and Sensibility must prove it has more to say than its predecessors
She has sought anticipatory bail in a case booked against her pursuant to a speech at DMK womens wing meet held in Chennai on October 7, 2026
Pakistan minister invites Punjab CM Mann
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann had said that he wished to accept the invitation from the organisers of the Lahore International Punjabi Conference in Lahore from November 27 to 29 and would want to visit Sikh shrines in Pakistan
Railways to turn off charging points in trains during night
The Railway Boards renewed insistence on implementing the measure follows a recent incident in the South Eastern Railway zone. Railway staff reportedly failed to switch off charging points during the prescribed hours, leading to a power bank explosion while a mobile was being charged.
The SIR verdict, serious constitutional questions
The top court must ensure fairness in electoral roll revisions
Pioneering U.S. labour leader Dolores Huerta dies at 96
Dolores Huerta took the reins of the U.S. farmworker movement in the 1960s with Chavez
India-New Zealand trade ties set to scale new heights
The India-New Zealand FTA will strengthen trade, investment and professional mobility
Clinging on: On Netanyahu and the Israel elections
Netanyahus continuance will be bad news for Israel and the region
CM to release book co-authored by late B. Madhusoodana Kurup
NTKs Saattai Duraimurugan moves Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail
An FIR had been registered against him for his alleged derogatory YouTube video against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and Minister Aadhav Arjuna
Disinvestment as key economic strategy
Given the fact that privatisation of several PSEs is a long journey, calibrated disinvestment could serve as an interim measure
20 units of illegally mined sand near Ambur seized
Officials said that the revenue earned in the public auction will go to the State exchequer
Welcoming the move, M. Radhakrishnan of Arappor Iyakkam, in a statement, demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the complaint and legal action against those involved in the fraud
T.N. govt. declares holiday on November 9 in view of Deepavali
CD Mani arrested for threatening to kill prison warder
Police said Mani is a history-sheeter listed at the Teynampet police station
Stalin urges Murmu to initiate action against Gyanesh Kumar
Drug peddler held near Katpadi railway station
A case was registered and he was lodged at Central Prison in Vellore
All 17 escapees from Theni district jail apprehended in less than 40 hours: IGP South Zone
Vijay inaugurates advanced electrical labs in 30 government ITIs
The Chief Minister also distributed cheques of 25,000 each to 15 students who won the 59th State-level Skill Competition
Premium FSI increase under consideration, says CMDA
The official said that they were mulling raising the permissible limit, potentially to five or above, but no approval had been given
Elderly man dies after being pushed down by two persons
Experts in stroke medicine emphasise on timely treatment
The doctors discussed lifestyle-related risks, including poor dietary habits, physical inactivity, and inadequate sleep
Four arrested for cheating people of 1.92 crore by promising TNHB flats
Free screening camp for stroke patients to be held on October 31
Three schoolgirls from Tiruvannamalai rescued at Kilambakkam bus terminus
The girls were handed over to the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) for counselling before reuniting with the family members
KONE Centennial Foundation visits Sevalaya in Tiruvallur
Rise in child marriage complaints in Mysuru district
MIDS professor alleges police harassment over fake Instagram account
In a complaint to the DGP, Prof. Kalaiyarasan said the police told him he was required for an inquiry at T4 Sankar Nagar police station in Pammal over an allegedly abusive comment targeting Pallavaram TVK MLA J. Kamatchi.
Child rescued in Ranipet; four persons held
Arrested persons told the police that they had kidnapped the baby past midnight on September 23
The All India Trade Union Congress in Tamil Nadu has filed a petition against the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. They argue the law excludes charitable institutions and welfare organizations from the definition of 'industry'. This exclusion denies workers in these fields access to legal protections against unfair termination and labor disputes. The Supreme Court's previous ruling established the nature of activities as the defining factor for 'industry'.
Mob assaults buffalo traders in Madhya Pradeshs Damoh; two cases lodged
Damoh Superintendent of Police (SP) Anand Kaladagi told The Hindu that the incident took place on suspicion of buffalo theft
Murder-for-hire ad scribbled on Chennai bus lands rowdy in jail
Behind bars, a Karva Chauth fast and a wait for the moon at Tihar
Around 250300 women at Jail No. 6 are observing the festival; 1,200 mulaqat slots booked across Tihars jails for Thursday as families seek to meet loved ones
Tamil Nadu News: Congress MP Tilak Targets Vijay | 17 Theni Jail Escapees Caught
In todays edition of The Tamil Nadu Brief by NDTVs Sam Daniel, chilling videos of a murder in Chennais Adyar and a machete attack and robbery in Royapettah raise questions over public safety. Separately, Congress MP Christopher Tilak targets Chief Minister Vijay over Tamil Nadus law and order situation, urging him to focus on policing as he holds the Home portfolio. The DMK too steps up its criticism of the TVK government. In Theni, all 17 undertrial prisoners who escaped from sub-jail have been arrested, triggering a statewide prison security audit and plans for armed guards at watchtowers. Plus, 3,000 students and volunteers join a colourful Beggar Free India campaign in Erode.
U.S. Fed holds interest rates steady despite surging inflation
The 12-member FOMC voted 10-2 to hold rates at a target range between 3.75 and 4.00%, citing the need for more data in the fight against inflation
Cops whisk away, humiliate economist over fake social media post
DMK councillor held over provocative remarks against CM
Integrated village development programme inaugurated in Nanjangud
UNESCO expert committee seeks stronger community participation in Hampi conservation
Tamil Nadu Orders Prison Security Audit After Theni Jailbreak Exposes Lapses
WPL auction: Molineux, Kiran top earners; Kashvi scripts history
UP Warriorz drafts in the T20 WC-winning captain for 1.10 crore; the Indian big-hitter to turn out for Capitals after being bought for 75 lakh; the 15-year-old is the youngest to make a WPL squad
Iran warns of 'devastating' economic fallout from any new Israeli attack
Under Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has vowed to topple Iran's government, the two countries have directly fought a war for the first time in their history after decades of enmity
Tamil Nadu Forest Department Forms Eco-Committees to Protect Vedanthangal
Freshworks acquires IT incident platform Robusta Dev
Man arrested for duping Hosur family of Rs 10 lakh, jewellery
Rajya Sabha member Vikramjit Singh Sahney says Prime Minister Narendra Modi deserves the Bharat Ratna for his dedication and service to nation
Cyclone Arnab: Educational institutions in Visakhapatnam to remain shut today
Man assaults father-in-law with hammer and dagger near Krishnagiri
Textile industry welcomes changes in PLI scheme
City Union Bank Q2 net rises 26 pc to 416 cr
The bank had a net profit of 329 crore in the July-September quarter of last fiscal
U.S. FDAs VAI tag for Dr. Reddys unit in Srikakulam, inspection closed
Hyderabad: Nearly four in 10 complaints on new traffic portal are for wrongly-issued challans
MoRTH consultant inspects landslip sites on Udhagamandalam Road
Incessant rain lashes Vijayawada, inundating low-lying areas
Kochi-based Radhakrishnan M.S. wins the 28th Charles Correa Gold Medal
Vedanta Group eyeing $20 billion profits over next two years: Chairman Anil Agarwal
Vedanta is targeting $11 billion in profits this year, Chairman Anil Agarwal said.
Diwali 2026: Tamil Nadu govt announces one more holiday
Chaos at Darbhanga MLC vote counting center as agents clash over vote validity and lead trend
Former West Bengal minister Indranil Sen arrested in Durga Puja ticket scam
He faces allegations of financial irregularities and had been reportedly avoiding the police for a while
Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajendra seeks PMs intervention to resolve Jawaharnagar landfill crisis
Domestic hockey has evolved considerably, says Raghunath
DMK councillor arrested over controversial remark on Karur stampede
In a video that went viral on social media, the councillor was heard saying, If we had finished him off at Karur on that day, we wouldnt be in this situation today. The remark was allegedly directed at Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, in an apparent reference to the stampede in Karur
The concerns over the Census questions
The questionnaire for the population enumeration phase of the 2027 Census comprises 40 questions and seek details such as nationality, number of bank accounts and mobile, Aadhaar and voter ID numbers, if available, raising concerns over its potential digression from the purpose of collecting data for policy and planning
IOCL holds Indian Army, leaves its semifinal hopes hanging
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadellas warning over the PHP2Shell crisis highlights growing cybersecurity risks. A cryptographic flaw at eMudhra, an SBI customer data leak and critical PHP vulnerabilities reveal how weaknesses across digital infrastructure can threaten internet security, expose personal data and undermine trust. Could quantum-safe technology help build a more resilient internet?
Israel elections: Netanyahu falls short of majority; Arab parties hold the key
Israels parliamentary elections leave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing an uncertain political future, with no clear winner emerging.
DMK seeks President Droupadi Murmu's intervention over SIR, demands action against CEC
Sources said that the event will be held in the presence of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. Tamil Nadu Minister for Industries, Investment Promotion and Commerce S. Keerthana will visit Germany in the first week of November
City Union Bank reports 27% rise in Q2 FY27 PAT
Sundram Fasteners Q2 consolidated profit up 13%
Theni Jailbreak Explained: How 17 Prisoners Escaped, Hid In Forest And Were Caught
All 17 escapees from the jail in Theni district of Tamil Nadu have been rounded up successfully by the police within two days. Out of them, the last four escapees were taken into custody on Wednesday, October 28, using the help
WPL 2027 auction: New signings give us more options, says GG head coach Klinger
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 28 (IANS) Gujarat Giants (GG) head coach Michael Klinger said that picking G Kamalini, Orla Prendergast and Samaira Raghav at the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) auction had given the franchise more options, as it completed its 18-member squad for the new season. The franchise went into the auction with 15 retained players, having spent Rs 13.75 crore on retentions, and Rs 1.25 crore left in their purse to fill three slots, one of them for an overseas player. GG bought Tamil Nadus left-handed top-order wicketkeeper-batter Kamalini, a member of Indias 2025 ICC Womens Under-19 T20 World Cup winning team, for Rs 40 lakh. Irelands seam-bowling all-rounder Orla was signed for Rs 30 lakh. Samaira, a 16-year-old all-rounder, came in at her base price of Rs 10 lakh. The players did well last season and gave us a strong foundation to build on. Our preseason camp in Bengaluru helped us assess the squad and identify the areas we needed to strengthen. Kamalini gives us an aggressive option throughout the batting order, Orla brings real all-round quality as a wicket-taking medium pacer, and Samaira adds explosive power in the middle order. The new signings complement our retained players and give us more options. We are pleased with how the squad has come together and look forward to the season ahead, Klinger said in a statement by the franchise at the conclusion of the auction. Sanjay Adesara, Chief Business Officer of Adani Sportsline, which owns the franchise, said the signings reflected GGs commitment to finding and developing young talent. We entered the auction with a strong retained core and a clear idea of what the squad needed. We are pleased with the players we have brought in. G. Kamalini, Orla Prendergast and Samaira Raghav each add something specific, whether it is aggression at the top, all-round quality or fearless hitting in the middle order. Our belief is in unearthing young talents and nurturing them. Kashvee Gautam, Anushka Sharma and Happy Kumari reflect the strength of our scouting programme, and we are hopeful that 16-year-old like Samaira is the next in line. The aim is to build a team that plays fearless cricket and contributes to the growth of the game for women in Gujarat and across the country, he said. GG finished second in the group stage of WPL 2026, winning five of their eight matches, before going out in the Eliminator after losing to Delhi Capitals. The 2027 WPL season will be played from January 14 to February 7. Gujarat Giants squad: Ashleigh Gardner (captain), Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Yastika Bhatia, Anushka Sharma, Bharti Fulmali, Happy Kumari, Jintimani Kalita, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Renuka Singh, Tanuja Kanwer, G Kamalini, Orla Prendergast, Samaira Raghav.
India needs $220 billion for green power transition by FY30
Speaking at the press curtain raiser of the the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo (2026), Mr. Sarangi mentioned that India had secured private investment of $64 billion in the sector.
Citizens serve legal notices to State govt. over bursting of firecrackers during Ganesha festival
Bhatti urges govt. staff to adopt AI for better public service delivery
Social media users trash Telangana CEOs claims on SIR, call the process a sham
Bharath cycles through Kurnool, urges voters to elect NDA
Ministers to visit Attappady on Saturday
V.K. Sreekandan, MP, has attributed the increasing health problems in Attappady to conditions such as sickle cell disease and anaemia, gaps in nutrition programmes and shortcomings in emergency medical services
Vizianagaram Collector, staff unhurt after lorry hits official vehicle
