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Union cabinet approves 3% DA hike for 11.6 million central employees and pensioners, effective July 1

On Wednesday, the Union cabinet approved a 3% increase in dearness allowance for employees and pensioners. This increase is expected to benefit o

Baba Ramdev Accuses Organized Attacks on Sanatan Dharma

Baba Ramdev claims systematic attacks on Sanatan Dharma, alleging misinformation about Hindu deities during a press conference in Haridwar. Baba

May instruct courts not to give bail in digital arrest cases: SC

The SIR verdict, serious constitutional questions

The top court must ensure fairness in electoral roll revisions

Swami Atmanand Schools to Conduct Recruitment Exam for 1,812 Positions from October 31

The recruitment exam for 1,812 positions in Swami Atmanand Schools will take place from October 31 to November 4, involving over 34,000 candidate

SCR Campaigns for Submission of Life Certificates From Home

The digital facility allows them to complete the process from their homes using Aadhaar-based biometric authentication, eliminating the need to v

New Collectors for Karur, Tiruppur and Tenkasi as T.N. govt goes for bureaucratic reshuffle

Kristen Wiig drops asking price of midcentury modern home in Pasadena, California to $5.495 million

Kristen Wiig has reduced the asking price of her midcentury modern home in Pasadena, California to $5.495 million after initially listing it for

Eye on Punjab poll, BJP fields Harshdeep Puri for RS from Madhya Pradesh

DCP Inspects NH-765 Accident Spots

Notices were issued to wine shop owners operating along both sides of NH-765, directing them to maintain a distance of 500 metres from the highwa

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

Thirty Six years after LTTE's forceful expulsion Northern Muslims continue to rot in refugee camps

Cyclone Arnab Hits Chhattisgarh: Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Expected

Cyclone Arnab is impacting Chhattisgarh with heavy rainfall and strong winds. Farmers are advised to take precautions. Cyclone Arnab Hits Chhatti

Hunker down: On Cyclone Arnab, its landfall

Proactive governance kept the casualties low after Cyclone Arnab

Cyclone Arnab Wreaks Havoc, Claims 3 Lives: Philippines Ship Drifted to Konaseema Coast

Several fishing boats anchored at the mini harbour were severely damaged in the incident

RINL Land Auction Of 35 Plots Suspended

The NLMC has revised the auction schedule for the remaining plots.

MP Assures Cyclone Victims Of Govt Aid

Satish said the alliance government was prioritising public safety, accelerating relief operations and ensuring that families who suffered losses

The Anatomy of Mobocracy: Dissecting State Patronage and the Normalization of Violence in Contemporary India

the post-2014 cow-protection movement was systematically weaponized to target religious minorities, predominantly Muslims, and marginalized Dalit

Clinging on: On Netanyahu and the Israel elections

Netanyahus continuance will be bad news for Israel and the region

UK parliamentary group to raise persecution of Hindus in Pakistan with UK govt

CM to release book co-authored by late B. Madhusoodana Kurup

Women At The Centre Of High-Takes Poll Battles In Nellore Region

From Naidupeta and Sullurpeta to Venkatagiri, Atmakur, and Buchireddypalem, the civic polls have evolved into prestigious battles.

PM Asks AP To Expedite Railway Land Acquisition, Bulk Drug Park Works

He also instructed the state government to accelerate work on the Bulk Drug Park coming up at Nakkapalli in Anakapalli district.

SAD-AAP trade barbs on drug menace issue in Punjab

SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia accused Arvind Kejriwal of misleading Punjabis by giving the disproportionate assets case the label of a drug ca

Chief Minister Inspects Highway Repair Works in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhands Chief Minister reviewed highway repairs and cleanliness initiatives during his visit, emphasizing the importance of safe travel for

Manjhi releases 1,000 crore under PM job scheme to support 11,333 micro enterprises

Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises minister Jitan Ram Manjhi announced the release of 1,000 crore in subsidy. This funding aims to support 11,333

Fresh Registration Needed For Graduates MLC Polls

Officials clarified that even those who voted earlier in the Graduates Constituency must register again, as a fresh voter list is prepared for ev

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

Governor Wants Anti-Drug Pledge Mandatory for Admissions

Shukla sets 2029 target for drug-free Telangana, announces 60-day awareness drive

Green financing in India rises to $82 billion, but flows mostly to established sectors: Report

The Landscape of Green Finance in India, now in its fourth edition, maps actual finance flows or disbursements across sources, instruments, secto

22 Of 23 Students Injured In MVSR Mishap Discharged

Akshara, who suffered a spinal cord injury, is the only student still hospitalised after the truss collapse during a dandiya event at MVSR Engine

AP Bans Non-Dairy Paneer For One Year

Move aims to protect public health and prevent consumer deception

GSLV-F18 Launch Countdown Begins Tonight

The 24-hour countdown would begin at 11.51pm Thursday, ahead of the planned lift-off at 11.51pm Friday from the Second Launch Pad.

Heat-related deaths up 36% since Paris Agreement: Lancet

The report, which was released on Wednesday, said the annual average heat-related deaths rose by nearly 36% globally after the Paris Agreement wa

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

Israel election produces no clear winner as Netanyahu falls short and Arab parties emerge as possible kingmakers

Israel's president expressed hope for avoiding another election following the recent vote with no decisive outcome. Prime Minister Benjamin Netan

Only 30% of High-Risk Pregnancies in Madhya Pradesh Receive Timely Hospitalization

In Madhya Pradesh, only 30% of identified high-risk pregnancies are admitted to hospitals on time, raising concerns among health officials. Only

Union Minister Hardeep Puri nominated for third Rajya Sabha term

Party leaders said Puri's diplomatic experience has proved valuable in handling the petroleum portfolio at a time when global conflicts and geopo

TNCC president asks Karnataka government to respect Cauvery Water Management Authority order

US-friendly nations slash treasury purchases by 60%, led by Asia

In the first eight months of 2026, countries aligned with the US purchased a net total of $174.3 billion in Treasuries. This amount represents a

T.N. govt. declares holiday on November 9 in view of Deepavali

New GST registration route allows online sellers to expand using ecommerce warehouses as local bases

Starting November 1, small online sellers will have a new option for GST registration. They can use ecommerce warehouses as local bases in other

India must build a holistic care system

Care is split across multiple Ministries, from women and child development to housing and urban affairs. Each runs valuable programmes, but witho

Furniture thrown, proceedings disrupted as lawyers protest against HC judge turns chaotic

The conduct of the lawyers prompted the court to consider disciplinary and contempt proceedings against those involved

Persons with disabilities can now travel for free in government buses with UDID card

Australian dark-sky reserve faces proposed data centre development

Residents of Tungkillo, South Australia, are concerned about a proposed data centre that could disrupt their dark-sky reserve. The development ma

Stalin urges Murmu to initiate action against Gyanesh Kumar

'Changed circumstances': CBI withdraws pleas to transfer 2021 West Bengal poll violence trials

The CBI's recent decision to withdraw its petitions for relocating the trials of post-poll violence in West Bengal marks a pivotal moment in the

Prediction markets see heavy betting on Anthropic IPO as traders wager on valuation and listing venue

Prediction markets are actively trading Anthropic contracts following the company's IPO filing earlier this week. Traders are making binary bets

India raises concerns over 'F-16 package to Pakistan'

Defence minister Rajnath Singh cautioned that the transfer of sensitive technology to Pakistan was fraught with risks, including the possibility

Drug peddler held near Katpadi railway station

A case was registered and he was lodged at Central Prison in Vellore

Aisshpra Gems & Jewels Marks Major Expansion with Four New Showrooms in One Day

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 28: Aisshpra Gems & Jewels, a jewellery retail brand with a legacy dating back to 1940, has expanded its

All 17 escapees from Theni district jail apprehended in less than 40 hours: IGP South Zone

TG-SAFE Serves Notices To 32 Medical Shops

The medical shops were found violating rules, including dispensing prescription medicines without valid prescriptions and failing to maintain sal

Adnoc tells clients new Hormuz bypass pipe to start early 2027

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. has informed Asian refiners about future crude supply via a new pipeline. The pipeline aims to circumvent the strategi

Hamptons estate with private golf course cuts asking price from $125m to $79m

Jeffrey Horowitz has reduced his Sagaponack estate's asking price to $79 million after attempting to sell it off market. Originally assembled in

Man runs 58 half-marathons in 58 days to honour mother, raises over $30,000

In honor of his late mother who suffered from a stroke, Wollongong's Jack Buckley undertook an extraordinary journey, completing 58 half-marathon

Qatar presents Iran with new draft deal to end war with US and Israel, Tehran to respond this week

Qatar and Pakistan are leading efforts to mediate a peace deal between Iran and the US. A new draft has been proposed, which addresses concerns o

Elderly man dies after being pushed down by two persons

Govt Evasive, Had No Replies To Our Questions: Oppn

BJP legislature party leader Aleti Maheshwar Reddy said the government failed to give any assurance on compensation to farmers who lost their cro

Houthis strike Aden airport after evacuation warning, halting air traffic in southern Yemen

Yemen's Houthis launched an attack on the Aden airport after issuing evacuation warnings due to escalating violence. Residents reported hearing e

Political Tensions Rise After PM Modis Comments on MLC Elections

Political discourse heats up as PM Modis remarks spark reactions from Congress and AIMIM following MLC elections. Political Tensions Rise After P

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

SC to ESI: Why should previously enrolled electorate file Form 6 as first-time voter?

Justice Joymalya Bagchi said Forms 6, 7 and 8 are statutory forms whose prescribed formats cannot be altered by ECI although it can seek addition

KONE Centennial Foundation visits Sevalaya in Tiruvallur

UAE, Canada space firms in alliance as nations seek Starlink alternatives

Terrestar Solutions Inc. has entered into a partnership with Space42 Plc and Viasat Inc. to enhance mobile satellite connectivity. This collabora

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

Child rescued in Ranipet; four persons held

Arrested persons told the police that they had kidnapped the baby past midnight on September 23

Moon aligns with Mars: 3 zodiac signs could win Thursdays biggest battle without an argument

Moon is aligning with Mars on October 29 and its astrological interpreation means this is a time to have patience. You need to focus on difficult

India Weather (October 29): Hailstorm likely in Delhi-NCR, heavy rain alert in 6 states amid Cyclone Arnab; check IMD's state-wise forecast

Cyclone Arnab weakened after making landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast and is expected to affect weather conditions. Heavy to very heavy rainfa

Defence Life Certificate Camp at 3 Centres

The Digital Life Certificate 5.0 campaign is being conducted at the Office of the CDA, No. 1, Staff Road, Secunderabad, and 2 SPARSH service cent

Vedanta cuts debt by Rs 4,624 crore in September quarter as net profit jumps 151%

Vedanta reported significant financial growth, achieving record revenue and net profit in the September quarter. The company's consolidated reven

US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged, leaves door open to further hikes

Meenakshi Shinde Faces Heat From Within Shiv Sena Over Purnekar Murder Probe

Maharashtra minister and senior Shiv Sena leader Pratap Sarnaik said on Wednesday that Meenakshi Shinde should step down till the completion of t

Tiger Shroff firing case: 11 accused re-arrested under MCOCA after court grants permission

The accused were produced before the special MCOCA court on October 28, a day after the Mumbai Crime Branch invoked provisions of the Act against

Jennifer Lawrence recollects pulling off daredevil stunts for The Hunger Games

Digital Desk | Los Angeles, Oct 29 (IANS) Hollywood actress Jennifer Lawrence has shared that she somewhere had a feeling that her iconic film Th

MLC polls: NCP Draws Blank, Praful Patel Calls For Introspection

BJP candidate Sudhakar Kohale was leading in Nagpur Graduates constituency against Congress sitting MLC Abhijeet Wanjari and Shiv Sena candidate

Amazon announces second round of layoffs this month, cuts 250 jobs in devices unit

Amazon has confirmed a new wave of layoffs, impacting approximately 250 workers within its devices division. Just weeks ago, the company cut arou

Uttar Pradesh 2027 Elections: Hardois Political Landscape Shifts as Parties Gear Up

As 2027 elections approach, Hardois political significance rises with parties strategizing for a competitive race. Uttar Pradesh 2027 Elections:

Maritime Board (Amendment) Bill passed in Assembly amid Opposition walkout

The Bill provides for reconstitution of the board to establish a centralised decision-making mechanism

Shrinking season 4s two-year time jump could bring heartbreaking changes for Harrison Fords Paul as Parkinsons threatens his independence

Apple TV's Shrinking is set to return for a new season with significant changes in the storyline. The fourth season will feature a two-year time

AI to end billing by the hour at accounting firms as private equity changes ownership, says Eisner Advisory CEO Charles Weinstein

Private equity is significantly altering how professional services firms are owned and operated. AI is expected to redefine the delivery and pric

Telangana Eyes US Diaspora For Tourism

She said investors could play a key role in building worldclass infrastructure and enhancing visitor experiences beyond Hyderabad.

Jio Platforms soars on debut, recasting market capitalisation leaderboard

Becomes 2nd-most valued firm after 26.7% listing-day gains

Cyclone Arnab: 11 Trains Cancelled, 6 Rescheduled, One Partially Cancelled

The South-Central Railways urged the passengers to plan their rail journeys keeping in view the current climatic conditions like heavy rains and

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

GSFC plans Jamnagar acid plant to cut fertiliser input import dependence

In a major move, Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals has announced plans to establish a new plant in Jamnagar dedicated to the production of