Vijayawada all set for Dasara Navarathri Utsavams and Saras Mela from October 11
The Durga temple launches a Dasara 2026 app with darshan timings, parking places and bathing ghats for devotees
Police send notices to students, CJP supporters ahead of October 10 Delhi protest
Maharashtra police have sent notices and made calls to students and CJP supporters, invoking Section 168 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, asking them not to join the Saturday (October 10, 2026) protest in Delhi
Nellore railway police recover 50 lost phones worth 10 lakh and return them to passengers
Special teams trace the phones using the CEIR portal and IMEI tracking
Expired products seized during inspection of ice cream units in Karnataka
Officials found unhygienic conditions at a unit in Raichur, and labelling violations at units in Bengaluru and Mysuru
Indias AI data centre boom sparks protests over water, power and environmental concerns
Indias push to become a global AI hub is facing growing opposition as tech giants Amazon, Google and Microsoft invest billions in data centres across the country. Residents near these facilities are raising concerns over water consumption, electricity demand, noise and the loss of green spaces. From Mumbai to Andhra Pradesh, communities and environmentalists are questioning the impact of these projects. As Indias AI infrastructure expands, can technological growth come without putting additional pressure on local resources and communities?
Kashmir-born SaffronKingdom director released in the U.S. after 14 days: family
According to a U.S.-based advocacy group, Sheikh Arfats bond was granted on the morning of October 6, but he was kept at the Caroline Detention Center in Bowling Green, Virginia
IMC 2026: iQOO 16, Motorola Signature 27 and Xiaomi 18 Pro to run Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processor
The premium flagship processor is said to enhance agentic AI, camera capabilities, battery, gaming and thermal performance of the smartphones
Navanethem Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize 2026
Ms. Pillay is a judge on the International Court of Justice in the case where Myanmar stands accused of genocide..
Mumbai Police ban firecrackers, laser lights on public roads till December 4 following HC order
The order, issued under Section 163 of the BNSS, follows a Bombay High Court direction on curbing noise and environmental pollution during festivals
Naidu and Lokesh pay tribute to Ratan Tata on his death anniversary
The Chief Minister says the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub in Andhra Pradesh is a tribute to the industrialists legacy; the IT Minister recalls his humility and integrity
Supreme Courts remarks came in an oral mention by senior lawyers against the complete shutdown of Delhi ahead of Oct 10 protests
Salem (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 9: Vetrivel Explosives Limited, an integrated manufacturer of industrial explosives, explosive accessories and blasting systems, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus with the EMERGE
Pak drug cartels turn to India-made meth labs in Kerala, TN as busts choke smuggling routes
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Pakistan-based narcotic cartels are now encouraging their cronies in India to ramp up homegrown production. With agencies such as the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) carrying out several drug busts, the cartels from Pakistan have decided to focus more on home-made substances to fuel their trade. Before the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, poppy fields were in abundance. Opium and heroin were coming out of Afghanistan in large quantities, and Pakistan-based cartels would rely heavily on this product. The Taliban have taken strict measures and ensured that Afghanistan shall no longer have drug-producing fields. Instead, in the fields of Afghanistan, one gets to see potatoes, grain, and other vegetables being grown. This decision has resulted in a drop of 95 per cent in the production of drugs. Before the Taliban took over, drugs were being produced or grown on 232,000 hectares. Following the ban in 2022, Pakistan- and Myanmar-based drug cartels began moving towards synthetic drugs. Drugs such as methamphetamine or meth are in very high demand both in the Indian and international markets. Unlike opium and heroin, meth can be produced all through the year. This means that the production levels would be ten times higher when compared to heroin or opium. Further, this also ensures that synthetic drugs are cheaper when compared to the field-produced narcotics. This also drives consumption, as the affordability of such narcotics makes them accessible to a wider section of society. An Intelligence Bureau official said that drug cartels which had set up massive synthetic drug manufacturing units in Myanmar and Pakistan are now insisting that their recruits in India do the same at home. This has been done due to the massive drug busts that have taken place in India in recent months. The new tactic by the narcotic cartels is similar to the one that Pakistan tries to adopt when it comes to terror-related activities, said the IB official. There is a major push being made for homegrown terror modules so that Pakistan can have the deniability factor each time a bust takes place, the official added. Another official said that the creation of multiple homegrown synthetic drug producing units also eliminates the risk of the contraband being intercepted either on Indian or international waters. The Indian agencies have literally choked every route that is being used by cartels run by the likes of Dawood Ibrahim and Haji Salim. The Iran war has added to their miseries as the usual routes that would be used to smuggle drugs into India have largely been disrupted. In 2024, the NCB and Delhi Police busted a clandestine meth lab in Greater Noida, adjacent to the National Capital. During the operation, the NCB seized 95 kg of meth. Officials say that the cartels would push and also facilitate the setting up of such homegrown drug-producing units in many more parts of the country. There is a lot of focus being given to both Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The recent drug busts have affected the southern markets and also the supplies into Sri Lanka and eventually Thailand, officials say. The intelligence agencies have learnt that Haji Salim, who controls this route, has been dialling his contacts in Sri Lanka, Kerala and the Maldives. He is also in touch with some of his associates who are behind bars now, the agencies have learnt. Haji Salim has been instructing them to make all possible arrangements to set up clandestine meth-producing labs in large numbers. These recent drug busts, which directly affected the southern markets and the other routes leading from there, have put Haji Salim under immense pressure, especially from his international dealers. He feels that ramping up homegrown production will make up for the loss. Moreover, transporting homegrown drugs is easier than smuggling them in from Pakistan and then through the Indian waters. This, he hopes, would solve the problem, and in case of a bust, Pakistan can always deny any involvement, an official said.
Adivasi-Dalit outfits call Congress-led UDF government to replace existing committee studying Land Reforms 2.0 with broader commission to formulate a comprehensive land reform policy
Once a strictly functional space, the bathroom is now getting bigger and jazzier
What are the reforms proposed by the GST Council?
After having sorted out most of the rate-related complications in GST during its last meeting in September 2025, the GST Council has now unveiled several process reforms that could further overhaul how the tax is administered in the country
With great fandom comes great cosplay: Hyderabad gears up for Comic Con 2026
The event, to be held at Bharat Future City from December 11-13, will feature international guests, cosplay competitions and Indie Game Utsav, though the venues distance has raised concerns among enthusiasts
Response to comments on the Aakash Op-Ed
In response to an Op-Ed he had written for The Hindu, UK-based science and technology writer Akshat Rathi received some interesting comments from our readers. Here are his clarifications.
Eyes series review: Manu Ashokans show pans in on stalking, sans the romanticising
Despite the length of each episode, Eyes, directed by Manu Asokan, is an interesting one-time watch. The performances of the actors add heft to it
Rajesh says he will 'resist all attempts to level false charges against him
The German Bakery re-opened this May, but unlike Leopold Caf in Mumbai, it refuses to acknowledge its horrific past.
A typical Riff evening begins under the rising moon at the foot of the fort, at Jaswant Thada, a ceremonial platform with sweeping a view of Jodhpur
Two SC men fall at BC villagers feet after row over burial of 90-year-old in Erode cemetery
On October 5, when members of the SC community were taking the elderly mans body to a common burial ground, the dominant-caste residents opposed them. They were threatened and told not to approach members of the dominant caste for any work in the future
Supreme Court refuses plea to review order to quash FIRs against NEET-UG protestors
CJI says the orders was prompted by concern for students, their future
APSRTC driver dying of a heart attack brings his bus and 40 passengers to a safe halt
The 34-year-old APSRTC driver pulls the Kakinada-Visakhapatnam bus over near Tuni and parks it before collapsing at the wheel
Big Screen: Good Night Good Morning Love, of a different kind
Delhi court grants Brij Bhushan time to reply to plea against acquittal
When the Court asked the Delhi Police if it was going to file an appeal, the public prosecutor said a decision on the issue is yet to be taken, and sought 15 days to inform the Court about the decision
Till his last days he remained passionate about theatre. Rishi Majumder remembers a true theatrewala, Pandit Satyadev Dubey
P.K. Krishnadas alleges UDFs handling of EDs demand for a criminal case against Pinarayi Vijayan has again exposed CPI(M)s symbiotic relationship' with Congress in Keralam
What is a Calicut lobster curry doing in Charlotte, North Carolina?
Armed with a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition under his belt at the age of 30, Cchef Vamshi Krishna Adi wants to take Indian fine dining to urban centrescenters outside the metropolises of the US. We speak to him about the roller coaster journey behind his restaurant, Zamindars Clubhouse
The cost of being absent: students caught between health and attendance
The UGC 2025 regulations allow minimum attendance requirements to be set by individual higher education institutions. In most HEIs, 75-80% attendance is required, with a 10% accommodation for medical emergencies
Bypolls: TVK, AIDMK lead in TN; BJP ahead in Bengal, Assam
Discover the latest by-election results and emerging leads from key assembly and Lok Sabha seats across Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Puducherry, and Assam, as vote counting progresses after the October 6 polling.
Puducherry bypoll result: AINRC retains Thattanchavady seat with huge margin
Ashok Anands margin of victory was almost double that of Puducherry CM and AINRC founder N. Rangasamy, who won the seat in the April 2026 Assembly elections
Kevin Rudd warns U.S., China of potential AI security crisis, calls for urgent cooperation
Kevin Rudd said the growing ability of autonomous AI systems to infiltrate or attack digital infrastructure presented significant risks to national security, financial systems and essential services.
The decision comes two days after CJP co-convener Saurav Das submitted an intimation letter to the Delhi Police on October 7, informing them of the planned demonstration and seeking arrangements for law and order and traffic management
Seven killed, 20 injured in truck-pickup collision in Gujarats Kutch
The accident occurred between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m. inside the Renewable Energy Park near Khavda.
CJP protest: Trains to two Delhi stations cancelled from 4 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 10
Trains to New Delhi and Nizamuddin Railway stations cancelled over severe road traffic congestion; letter sent to all Zonal Railways
Justice Nagu was the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court immediately before his appointment on the Bench of the Supreme Court
U.S. Green Card hits Indian IT Giants such as HCL, Infosys alongside Microsoft
Rohit Barker is betting big on house and Latin music with his new club in the heart of Bengaluru
Bahati is RJ and DJ Rohit Barkers new spot in Bengaluru. We chat with the artiste about the citys evolving nightlife, its taste in music, and leopard spotting in Masai Mara
While Lakshadweep was found to be the most affected, with up to 37% of the coral cover bleached or dead at intermediate levels of accumulated heat stress, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (MGMNP) in AndamanIslands faced only 11.5% bleaching or mortality.
From mission to action future of road safety in Tamil Nadu
Road safety requires sustained attention, coordination across multiple agencies, dedicated resources, measurable targets, and continuous monitoring, rather than a series of isolated interventions
Artist Ankita Kumar spreads the magic of piano among young Delhiites
Retaining Amaravati as an ancient town
The organic, historical linkages between the ancient town and the surrounding villages should be developed.
Zandra Rhodes: The British icon with India on her mind
Known for dressing icons such as Freddie Mercury and living life in technicolour, the British design legend has a very good reason to visit Chennai
Needed: better urban planning, not mass culling of dogs
Sharp increase in dog population in many urban clusters has to do with failure on state to put in place an efficient waste management system.
Delhi Police deny permission for CJPs October 10 Jantar Mantar protest, cite breach of undertaking
The decision comes two days after CJP co-convener Saurav Das submitted an intimation letter to the Delhi Police on October 7, informing them of the planned demonstration and seeking arrangements for law and order and traffic management
No fast or long running this week
As the Mumbai Marathon is just 8 days away, here's what you can do to complete your training.
Tipu Sultan: a secular internationalist, not a bigot
Beyond religion and other stereotypes, everyday life on the Roof of the World tells its own story.
IIIT-H study caution doctors against relying entirely on AI for medical diagnosis
The researchers finds discrepancies in chest X-ray regions highlighted by vision-language models and radiologists
In this weekly column, the photographer tells us how this photograph came to be. This week, we feature actor and director Venkat Prabhu.
Police and protesters clash on Paris Square, water cannons and tear gas fired
AISF alleges 22 female students travelling to Delhi were detained by Madhya Pradesh police
Smoke rises from Riyadhs King Khalid Airport as Houthis claim attack
Delhi police reach out to mosques in Old Delhi, urge residents not to join October 10 protest
Operation Trishul: candle rally taken out against drug abuse
Police officers explain the ill-effects of drugs and the dangers of rash driving to students in NTR district
Why the RBI raised interest rates despite growth concerns
The Reserve Bank of India has raised the repo rate by 25 basis points and shifted its policy stance from neutral to calibrated tightening as inflation pressures intensify. With crude oil prices above $100 a barrel and food inflation driven by a weak monsoon, the RBI has signalled that controlling inflation is now its top priority. While the central bank believes the economy can absorb tighter monetary conditions, questions remain about the impact on growth, borrowing costs and investment. This editorial looks at what the latest RBI decision means for inflation, interest rates, consumers, businesses and the broader Indian economy.
Tested by mud and water, in Bundelkhand
After months of protests in Chhatarpur district over the Ken-Betwa river link project, the next leg of the jal satyagraha by tribal people in Madhya Pradeshs Bundelkhand will soon complete a month. Hundreds affected by the State governments Majhgaon irrigation project are protesting in Panna district, seeking fair compensation and rehabilitation while alleging irregularities in the process. Mehul Malpani gauges the anger and frustration of those who say their movement is being crushed by force
Misconceptions about HIV still fuel discrimination, says APSACS chief at Red Run in Vijayawada
Salur student M. Naresh and Chiralas E. Swathi win the State-level 5K run organised by the AIDS Control Society
Four CRPF personnel injured in blast during explosives disposal in Sukma
The team was carrying out the disposal process following prescribed safety protocols near Bodrajpadar Nala, around 200 metres from the security camp, when a fragment of an explosive accidentally flew, landed nearby, and exploded
Security forces unearth 27 IEDs along 8-km stretch in Manipurs Kamjong
Assam Rifles and Indian Army bomb disposal teams neutralised the devices found along the Shangkhalok-Pilong route, days after four Tangkhul Naga civilians were killed near Pilong village
CTI seeks ban on protests in Delhi till Diwali, says business hit
The organisation said restrictions are needed to protect the business of around 15 lakh traders in the national capital.
Apple teases a new Welcome home event on October 13
Apples new Welcome home event comes about a month after its annual iPhone launch event
Elon Musk questions Starlink delay, targets Ambani; Rahul Gandhi reacts
Elon Musk has questioned the delay in granting approval to SpaceXs Starlink satellite internet service in India, asking whether Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani is the real boss of India. Musk claimed Starlink had spent five years complying with Indian regulations but was still awaiting clearance. The Department of Telecommunications rejected allegations of bias, saying security assessments were under way and the same rules applied to all operators. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also joined the exchange on X, prompting a response from Musk.
PM Carney says Canadians will decide their future after Elon Musk expresses support for separatism
Alberta is scheduled to hold a vote October 19 on whether the province should remain in Canada or move toward a future referendum on separation; Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has said she will vote to remain in Canada
What are stem-cell donor registries and how do they work?
For patients who need a stem-cell transplant but do not have a suitable family donor, registries provide access to potential unrelated donors. Experts say India needs a larger and more diverse donor pool to improve the chances of finding a match
Scientists report worlds first working nuclear clocks
A lasers electric field oscillates rapidly: positive, zero, negative, zero, positive, and so on. An atomic or nuclear clock counts these cycles like an old clock counts the swings of a pendulum
Rupee rises 23 paise to 96.65 against U.S. dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 96.74, then gained some ground to touch 96.65, registering a rise of 23 paise over its previous close.
When childhood feels unsafe: POCSO cases in A.P.s Rayalseema
Rayalaseemas POCSO cases reveal a troubling mix of vulnerability, silence and delayed intervention, even as police investigations become more technology-driven, reports K. Umashanker. Andhra Pradesh recorded a decline in cases in 2025, but Chittoor saw a rise while Anantapur and Kurnool recorded falls. With 5,408 cases pending in exclusive POCSO courts, forensic delays, staff shortages, stigma and fear continue to test the promise of speedy justice, while experts stress prevention, early reporting and stronger child-protection systems.
Melonis overhaul of Italian electoral system | Explained
The new rules, approved by lawmakers in a secret ballot with 227 votes against 164, scraps the first-past-the-post seats and puts the whole parliament under proportional representation. While similar systems have existed previously, the contentious/ambitious clause guarantees up to 70 bonus seats in the Chamber, and 35 in the Senate, to the party or coalition that secure at least 42% votes
Kerala HC directs KWA, Devaswom board, other agencies to prepare for Sabarimala pilgrimage season
A Division Bench was considering two reports by Sabarimala Special Commissioner R. Jayakrishnan. The reports concerned waste management in Erumely during maasa puja and festival seasons and the repair of KWAs main booster stations at Neelimala and Appachimedu
Bypolls counting: Early trends indicate advantage for TVK, AINRC
Byelections held in Tamil Nadus Madurantakam and Dharapuram, besides Thattanchavady in Puducherry
TVK Takes Early Lead in Tamil Nadu By-Elections Amid Counting in Maduranthakam and Dharapuram
In Tamil Nadus by-elections, TVK shows early lead as counting begins in Maduranthakam and Dharapuram, with DMK and AIADMK trailing. TVK Takes Early Lead in Tamil Nadu By-Elections Amid Counting in Maduranthakam and Dharapuram
With Navaratri around the corner, preparations are in full swing across the country, especially in Gujarat. Youngsters are gearing up to immerse themselves in the festivities, from vibrant Garba nights to grand melas. And when it comes to celebrating the festival, their creativity knows no bounds. From eye-catching outfits and makeup to elaborate decorations, everyone is looking for ways to stand out. In Ahmedabad, youngsters are taking this enthusiasm a step further with unique ideas that are sure to grab attention. Adding a distinctive twist to their festive look, several youngsters in Ahmedabad are opting for temporary tattoos honouring Captain Smit Machhar, who fought off a savage attack by his copilot and helped prevent an apparent hijack of a Flydubai plane heading to Israel. A few also stepped out to get tattoos inspired by the theme of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030, which is scheduled to be held in Ahmedabad. Meanwhile, down South, in Tamil Nadu
India, Mali commemorate World Cotton Day, discuss opportunities to boost value chains
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Leaders and experts, commemorating the World Cotton Day at the UN, discussed opportunities to strengthen cotton value chains, support smallholders and artisans, improve processing capacity and market access, encourage use of technology and advanced science in the sector and deepen international partnerships, according to an official statement on Friday. The Permanent Missions of India and Mali to the United Nations jointly organised the event at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, said the Ministry of Textiles. The event brought together Members of Parliament from India, representatives of Member States and international organisations to discuss cottons contribution to livelihoods, value addition and the Sustainable Development Goals. Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, Permanent Representative of India to the UN, recalled Mahatma Gandhis association of cotton and the spinning wheel with self-reliance, dignity and Indias freedom struggle. Parvathaneni highlighted four priorities: supporting producers livelihoods; expanding value addition and access to markets; promoting sustainability; and strengthening technology and partnerships. He also emphasised the need for affordable inputs and finance, support for smaller enterprises, and South-South and triangular cooperation to help cotton-producing countries retain more value and advance the SDGs. Ambassador Issa Konfourou, Permanent Representative of Mali to the UN, highlighted cottons importance to Malis economy and rural livelihoods. He underscored the challenges posed by limited processing capacity, input costs, market access, and trade-distorting support. Outlining Malis efforts to expand domestic processing and create employment, he welcomed mutually beneficial partnerships, including South-South cooperation, and acknowledged India as a key partner. Asit Kumar Mal, Member of Parliament, drew on the experience of Kantha embroidery in Bolpur, West Bengal, to highlight how traditional craftsmanship adds value to cotton, supports womens livelihoods and promotes reuse and resource efficiency. He emphasised the importance of fair remuneration, affordable credit, design support, and market access for artisans. LK Sudhish, Member of Parliament, highlighted Tamil Nadus experience in cotton knitwear and garment manufacturing, including the contribution of smaller enterprises, shared infrastructure and skilled workers. He referred to the integrated textile park being developed under the PM MITRA initiative and wastewater recovery and reuse in textile processing, said the statement.
China to resume October fuel exports after a brief halt, trade sources say
While Beijing typically regulates fuel exports through a quota system, it has recently tightened oversight by vetting shipments on a month-by-month basis
Delhi to see cooler day; heavy rain likely in Uttarakhand, southern states
The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places over Uttarakhand, Kerala and Mahe, south interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal today.
Tamil Nadu Home Secretary, TNEB Chairman transferred
Tamil Nadu Home Secretary K. Manivasan has been replaced by A. Karthik, Chairman and Managing Director of the Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation (TANSIDCO).
Tamil Nadu reshuffle: Rajesh Lakhoni to head TNEB, A Karthik named Home Secretary
The Tamil Nadu government has reassigned senior officials across the power, expenditure, agriculture and home departments in a minor bureaucratic reshuffle.
TN bypoll results: TVK takes early lead in Madurantakam, Dharapuram as counting underway
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 9 (IANS) The ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) took an early lead in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly bypolls as counting began on Friday, with the DMK in second place and the AIADMK third in the postal ballot trends. Counting started at 8 a.m., with postal ballots taken up before votes recorded in electronic voting machines. The initial positions remained provisional, with rounds of EVM counting expected to provide a clearer picture. The strongrooms containing the voting machines were opened in the presence of district election authorities, collectors, returning officers, election observers and candidates agents. At Madurantakam, 14 tables have been arranged for counting EVM votes over 21 rounds. Two tables have been provided for postal ballots. Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail slips will also be counted separately for verification. Police personnel have been deployed in strength at the counting centre. Both constituencies are reserved for the Scheduled Castes. Madurantakam is in the Chengalpattu district and forms part of the Kancheepuram parliamentary constituency, while Dharapuram is in the Tiruppur district in western Tamil Nadu. The bypolls followed the resignation of K. Maragatham Kumaravel and P. Sathyabama, who won Madurantakam and Dharapuram, respectively, on the AIADMK tickets in the Assembly election earlier this year before joining TVK. Kumaravel defeated the TVK candidate by 7,194 votes in Madurantakam in that election. Sathyabama won Dharapuram by defeating her nearest DMK rival by 16,727 votes. Their switch has placed both constituencies at the centre of a contest over party loyalty and electoral support. TVK fielded the two former AIADMK legislators in their constituencies. The AIADMK nominated Kanitha Sampath in Madurantakam and Bhanumathi in Dharapuram, seeking to retain the seats under its banner. Polling was held on October 6 following an intensive campaign involving leaders of the ruling party and opposition. The contests represent an early electoral test for Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays government. TVK won 108 seats in the Assembly election, falling short of the 118 needed for an outright majority in the 234-member House. Victories would strengthen the ruling partys legislative position and provide a boost to its claim of public support. For the DMK and AIADMK, the results offer an opportunity to demonstrate their electoral strength against the new government. However, the postal ballot leads alone cannot establish the eventual outcome in either constituency.
Nandigram, Tamil Nadu In Focus As Counting On In 6 High-Stake By-Poll Battles
Test of Vijay's star power to a changed political landscape in West Bengal with a resurgent BJP and a divided Trinamool, to the high-stakes Nagaon Lok Sabha contest in Assam
Delhi-NCR likely to witness light rain, strong winds; AQI remains moderate to poor
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The plains of North India, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana, may experience light rain, overcast skies, and strong winds over the next few days as weather conditions change amid the withdrawal of the southwest monsoon. Cyclonic activity associated with the retreating monsoon is expected to bring heavy rainfall over the next three days, particularly across Uttarakhand, Bihar and Jharkhand. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rain alerts for 14 states, warning of heavy showers in several regions. The effects of the retreating monsoon are likely to be felt across West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand over the next three to four days. Meanwhile, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal are expected to receive heavy rainfall between October 9 and 11. Delhi, Punjab and Haryana are likely to witness cloudy skies and light rain till October 14. Western and eastern Uttar Pradesh may receive rainfall from October 9 to 11. Light rain is expected in eastern Rajasthan on October 12, while Delhi-NCR may experience light showers accompanied by strong winds on October 10 and 11. Western Rajasthan is also likely to witness strong winds on October 11. According to the IMD, Uttarakhand is likely to receive heavy rainfall till October 14, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh may experience heavy showers on Friday and Saturday and again on October 13 and 14. In Uttarakhand, districts including Pithoragarh, Chamoli and Rudraprayag have been placed under a heavy rain alert. The department has advised pilgrims undertaking the Char Dham Yatra, particularly those visiting Kedarnath and Badrinath, to remain vigilant. In Himachal Pradesh, Chamba, Kullu, Manali and Shimla are likely to receive rainfall on October 13 and 14. Jammu and Kashmir may also witness significant weather changes, with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds forecast in areas including Doda, Pulwama, Anantnag, Poonch, Udhampur and Srinagar. Bihar and Jharkhand are likely to receive light to moderate rainfall in some areas till October 11. Patna, Ranchi and Dhanbad are among the places where thunderstorms and lightning are possible. The IMD has also warned of heavy rainfall in Bihar and the Gangetic plains of West Bengal. Rainfall is expected to continue in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura until October 14. Eastern Madhya Pradesh may receive rain till October 11, while Chhattisgarh is likely to witness showers on October 14. Rewa, Satna and Shahdol in eastern Madhya Pradesh may experience rainfall accompanied by winds reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate to poor categories, with monitoring stations recording varying levels of pollution. Dwarka Sector 8 recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 231, followed by R.K. Puram at 219, Punjabi Bagh at 211, Narela at 210, and Pusa and NSUT Jaffarpur at 203 each. Other stations, including Burari, Badarpur, Mandir Marg, Aya Nagar, CRRI Mathura Road, Chandni Chowk, JNU, Burari Crossing, Ashok Vihar, Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range, Jahangirpuri and Rohini, recorded AQI readings ranging from 115 to 198.
KTR seeks Supreme Court probe into SIR process, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars removal
This nation has seen many individuals come and go, and it has remained strong. So why this desperation to protect one man? the BRS party working president asked
Why stubble fires keep coming back
Stubble burning is the result of a combination of legal, technological and economic factors, including the paddy-wheat cycle, assured procurement and a narrow window between crops; a lasting solution needs stronger incentives for diversification, better residue management and more reliable measurement of burning
Counting begins for Bengal bypolls, BJP's first electoral test after coming to power
The counting started amid tight security arrangements at the designated centres in both constituencies, with officials first taking up postal ballots and Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballots before proceeding with the EVM votes.
Bypoll Results for 5 Assembly, 1 Lok Sabha Seat to Be Announced Today
Bypolls were held in the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies in West Bengal, in Chengalpattu district and Dharapuram (SC) in Tiruppur district in Tamil Nadu.
