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NIT Rourkela Scientists Develop Lead-Free Materials For Safer lighting Applications

The discovery could help protect important documents and products from counterfeiting

Andhra Worst Hit by Cyclone Arnab, 3 Killed

The cyclone has made landfall near Yanam, Puducherry, and has weakened from a very serious cyclonic storm to a severe cyclonic storm

Hardeep Singh Puri named BJP candidate for Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll after L Murugan's exit

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has named Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri as its candidate for the 2026 Rajya Sabha by-election in Madhya Prad

Karnataka Congress to review organisational lapses after losing all four Council seats: B.K. Hariprasad

The KPCC chief said that the review would also examine the State governments response to concerns raised by teachers and graduates, including job

BEL Recruitment 2026: 350 Positions for Probationary Engineers Open for Applications

BEL has announced 350 vacancies for Probationary Engineers. Applications open on October 28, with a deadline of November 18. BEL Recruitment 2026

Congress insulting Parliament, judiciary: JD(U) goes ballistic over 'public impeachment' of Gyanesh Kumar

The party's national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad's remarks came after the INDIA bloc decided to hold its planned 'public impeachment' of CE

Strong winds and heavy rain lash Amalapuram as Cyclone Arnab hits Andhra Pradesh coast

'Election was very strange': Trump backs Bolsonaros US entry, takes another swipe at Brazil poll

Nani Celebrates 14 Years of Marriage with Anjana

The couple have a nine-year-old son, Arjun, and have largely kept their family life private despite the actor's busy career

Serbias 'leaderless' student movement won the election. Now it must choose a leader

The Student List has achieved a parliamentary majority in Serbia, marking a significant shift in the political landscape. Comprising various prof

Gadkari announces plans for AI-based traffic management system at Highways of Indias Future event

Karwa Chauth 2026 Mehendi Designs: 8 simple and beautiful patterns to try for a traditional festive look

Indian patent office rejects TB Alliances patent for Drug-Resistant TB treatment

Patient groups opposed the application, arguing that the drug combination was already known. The decision could help improve access to affordable

Jio Platforms debuts on stock exchanges at a premium of 21.36%

Jio Platforms made a strong stock market debut, listing at 1,358 per share and reaching a market capitalisation of 12.5 lakh crore.

Cyclone Arnab: AP CM asks Center to depute team to assess damage

Konaseema, Kakinada, East Godavari, West Godavari, Anakapalli and Krishna districts have been severely affected by the cyclone

Adani Ports Q2 result: Net profit rises 18% to 3,682 cr on higher revenues

The consolidated net profit of the company stood at 3,120.20 crore in the quarter ended September 30, 2025, the company said in a regulatory fili

Cyclonic storm Arnab brings rain to Telangana on October 28; orange alert in four districts, yellow in four more

Eight districts received 22 mm-2mm rainfall till Wednesday early afternoon

Nitin Gadkari encourages social media influencers and reporters to post videos of damaged highways

Apple phasing out full Rosetta support in upcoming macOS updates

Going forward, its support will be limited strictly to select older, unmaintained games that rely on Intel-based frameworks

Apple phasing out full Rosetta support in upcoming macOS updates

Going forward, its support will be limited strictly to select older, unmaintained games that rely on Intel-based frameworks

Rithika Nayak Gets Busier in Tollywood

After two successful films such as Mirai and Korean Kanakaraju, she could return for a significant role in Mirai 2

21 Days long Diwali Holidays for Primary Schools in Gujarat to begin from 5th Nov

With just a few days left for the Diwali festival, students and parents in Gujarat are eagerly anticipating the holidays. Meanwhile, the Office o

Human deaths in wild elephant attacks in Keralam decline marginally; 4 kumki squads to be set up

Number of people injured too showed marginal decline in past five years, according to figures provided by Forest department in Assembly

Avengers: Doomsday to Release in India on December 17, a Day Before US

Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans send Diwali wishes to Indian fans as Marvel Studios announces an early India release in four languages.

Waaree bets on US solar boom, expands local sourcing on data-centre growth

Waaree would double down on its US manufacturing footprint as new import rules, and other duties imposed by the US

Investor education must explain why beating benchmarks is tough: Experts

Speaking at the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, panellists said investor education must explain why beating market benchmarks consist

Harsha Gibbs Warns South African Bowlers Ahead of Second Day in Cape Town Test

Harsha Gibbs advises South African bowlers to remain cautious as the pitch becomes more favorable for batting on the second day of the Test. Hars

Cyclone Arnab Strikes Andhra, Odisha: Seawater Floods Homes, Trees Uprooted, Trains & Flights Hit

Cyclone Arnab has battered Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, bringing heavy rainfall, powerful winds, flooding and rough seas along the eastern coast. T

India tour of New Zealand: Exclusive coverage from ground zero begins - ODIs and Tests both

TOI Sports is on the ground in New Zealand for exclusive coverage of Indias tour, bringing you all the action, insights and updates from the ODI

How Will Gurgaon Fight Pollution When 41% Of Its Sweeping Machines Are Non-Functional?

As pollution season kicks in, a TOI reality check finds 10 of Gurgaons 24 road-sweeping machines parked idle in Sector 47 at night, when they sho

Karnataka Council polls: BJP-JD(S) alliance sweeps all four seats

Thebiggest upset for the Congress came from Bengaluru Teachers constituency where five-time MLC and former Deputy ChairmanPuttanna lost to NDA ca

Morgan Stanley turns bullish on Paytm, raises target 35% on earnings upside

Morgan Stanley has upgraded One 97 Communications Ltd, the parent of Paytm, to Overweight from Equal-weight, raising its price target by 35 per c

Cope harder: Vaishnaw defends India's iPhone PLI scheme

Cope harder, says Ashwini Vaishnaw as he defends Indias manufacturing model, citing Rs 3 lakh crore in GST collections, government incentives and

TN govt revises auto-rickshaw fares, fixes minimum charge at Rs 50

Chennai The Tamil Nadu government has revised auto-rickshaw fares for the Chennai Metropolitan Area and other parts of the state, The post TN gov

Devendra Fadnavis Confident Of $1-Trillion Maharashtra Economy By 2030, Cites 60 Per Cent MoU Conversion Rate

Telangana HC orders status quo on impounding KTR

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Tuesday, October 27, ordered status quo on the passport authoritys proceedings against Bharat Rashtra Sami

SCR rolls out GPS tracking devices for 1,800 patrolmen across three divisions

Railway patrolemn check for loose fish bolts, defects in switches and crossings, damaged fittings on girder bridges and open-top culverts, broken

Zeenat Aman on being labelled a

Mumbai Veteran actress Zeenat Aman has opened up about being labelled a sex symbol during her career. In her recent The post Zeenat Aman on being

Amit Trivedi turns up the festive energy with Ichak Dana Bichak Dana from Ritwik Bhowmik starrer Meethe Mein Kya Hai; watch

Debutant director Radhika Bansal aims to bright up this Diwali with her feel-good, slice of life movie Meethe Mein Kya Hai. As the film inches cl

Yash wins hearts at Ramayana event in Los Angeles as he says, Where you start can never define how far you can go

Yash spoke about his journey from the Kannada film industry to an international platform while attending the grand premiere of Ramayana at the Ac

Mona Singh on shooting an action scene in freezing cold for Kohrra Season 2, That is one night I will never forget

2026 has been a remarkable year for Mona Singh, with the actor delivering six diverse projects that have found success and further showcased her

Saiyami Kher opens up on her international debut, an Indo-Russian drama: This was a completely different and new experience for me

Saiyami Kher is set to explore new creative territory with her international debut in an upcoming Indo-Russian drama directed by Maksim Kuznetsov

Blockbuster directors of Indian cinema whose next projects have fans eagerly waiting

Indian cinema has witnessed several filmmakers who have left audiences in awe with their vision, scale and storytelling on the big screen. From l

Ramayana producer Namit Malhotra calls Los Angeles premiere his Oscar moment ahead of November 5 release

Producer Namit Malhotra spoke about his journey of bringing Ramayana to an international audience as the film held its Los Angeles premiere at th

Cyclone Arnab Weakens, Four More NDRF Teams Sent to AP

Restoration and repair works have already commenced in the area to restore connectivity and safeguard the coastline.

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (October 28, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

MP Spurious Liquor Case: Accused Used AI to Learn Brewing Methods

Police say fake liquor was mixed with genuine alcohol and sold in licensed bottles; claims of multiple deaths in Dewas remain under investigation

Sunil Sharma claims National Conference split will lead to party, government collapse

Supreme Court terms cyber crime as digital dacoity, refuses consolidation of cases

Strongly condemning the organised cyber crime rackets targeting senior citizens through digital arrests, the CJI said those involved must face st

Haris Rauf Penalised For On-field Conduct, England Face Over-rate Fine After Lahore ODI

The International Cricket Council: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee and handed a demerit point for an

Arunachal: Minister Ojing Tasing meets representatives of 72 villages over Siang project concerns

Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Ojing Tasing has met representatives of 72 villages in East Siang distr

Hyderabad witnesses hydro-seismicity: Can major earthquake strike city?

Hyderabad: Several areas in southwest Hyderabad on Tuesday, October 27, witnessed hydro-seismicity, wherein natural water infiltration triggers e

OpenAI Plans to Buy Googles Chips as Part of Its AI Build-Out

The move reflects OpenAIs multipronged bid to quickly add more AI processing power

Manager sends emails at 3 am, employee replies within minutes; her heartbreaking reason leaves them both awake

A viral X post with more than 266,000 views recounts how a corporate employee followed a managers rule to answer every email within an hour, incl

NC facing internal rift, family rule under challenge, says BJPs Sunil Sharma

Srinagar, Oct 28: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Wednesday claimed that the National Conference was facing an internal split, asserting tha

FASTag local pass vs annual pass: Cost, rules and differences explained

New local FASTag pass starts Nov 1, with annual fees of Rs 1,500 or Rs 3,000 for eligible residents living within 20 km of a toll plaza

Carbon Monoxide Fumes from Generator Claim 2 Lives, 3 Critical in Kendujhar

What was meant to be a night of festive happiness ended in a heartbreaking tragedy when two young men suffocated to death, and three others were

14 Children Injured as School Bus Overturns into Ditch in Meerut

Bus carrying 19 children met with an accident around 7 am in the Rohta area; two children remain under treatment, while all are out of danger.

Viral Video of Israelis Singing Hanuman Chalisa in Tel Aviv Is AI-Generated

We found out the video is AI-generated.

Yash Proudly Flaunts Kannada Roots at Ramayanas Los Angeles Premiere; Producer Namit Malhotra Credits Star for Making the Epic a Reality

Kannada cinema superstar Yash proudly embraced his regional roots on the global stage during the star-studded world premiere of Ramayana: Rise of

Noah Wyle made handmade gifts for his girlfriend: The Pitt actors romantic side that fans rarely get to see

Actor Noah Wyle, celebrated for his performance in The Pitt, has been honored as the Sexiest Man Alive for 2026. He credits this accolade to the

Valuation of AI stocks, volatility pose risks for investors: Fund managers

Fund managers at the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit flagged AI stock valuation risks and urged investors to focus on disciplined asset all

Jio valued at $108 billion in IPO, joins Meta, Alibaba and SpaceX club | All you need to know

Jio Platforms debuted at a valuation above $100 billion, joining founder-led companies such as Meta, Alibaba and SpaceX. Its shares opened 21.4%

Ramayana director Nitesh Tiwari clarifies the use of AI in the film's dubbing

Ramyana director Nitesh Tiwari has broken his silence on rumours that AI was used for dubbing the film. Tiwari clarified AI was not used for dubb

Adani Ports Q2 FY27: Revenue up 24%, EBITDA up 23%; company raises FY27 guidance by

APSEZ posts strong Q2 FY27 numbers with revenue and EBITDA gains, raised FY27 guidance, and expanded port, logistics and international operations

Intensive Police Checks in Central Noida Ahead of Festivals

Noida police conduct extensive checks, inspecting over 1,600 vehicles and 2,300 individuals to ensure safety ahead of upcoming festivals. Intensi

WPL 2027 Auction Team-Wise Players List: Check full squads of RCB, MI, DC, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz

WPL 2027 auction live team-wise list: The Women's Premier League 2027 auction is scheduled for October 28 in Kochi. Five franchises will compete

Adani Ports' global biz sprints, but home is still where the money is

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone reported strong earnings with a rise in international port revenues. International ports revenue increased

BJP fires 'Dhurandhar' meme at Congress after NDA's 4-0 sweep in Karnataka MLC polls

The BJP's Karnataka unit has taken another swipe at the Congress after the ruling party failed to win a single seat in the state's four Legislati

BJP Save Democracy march in Delhi: Check traffic diversions and advisory

In view of the BJP march, the Delhi Traffic Police have said that diversions will be in place from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm on October 28

Katrina Kaif on postpartum trolling: 'Bounce back from where?'

Katrina Kaif has responded to postpartum body-shaming after facing online scrutiny over her appearance at the Ambani's Ganesh Chaturthi celebrati

Delhi Court Gives Brij Bhushan One Week to Reply to Wrestlers Appeal

Former WFI chief gets a final opportunity to respond to the appeal challenging his acquittal in a sexual harassment case; next hearing on Novembe

Cyclone Arnab Updates: From Flight Ops Suspensions To Red Alerts In Andhra Pradesh

Cyclone Arnabs prolonged landfall battered Andhra Pradesh, disrupting schools, trains and flights across India.

Nedumbassery luxury car crash: District court rejects bail pleas of all four accused

Suhail Sajeev, the prime accused, and three co-passengers, Ninav, Ameen Sha and Joyal S., all aged 19, had approached the court after a Magistrat

Supreme Court declines plea for pre-loaded OBC caste list in Census 2027

The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea for a pre-loaded drop-down menu for OBC castes. This was requested for the digital enumeration tool

Bigg Boss 20: One more physical fight, Gullu

Mumbai: Bigg Boss has always maintained that physical violence has no place inside the house, with contestants facing strict consequences for cro

Unhas hosts students from 14 countries for culture, conservation

Audi Q3 Review: Finally, an Audi that feels complete

There was a time when the Audi Q3 felt like an appealing entry (way) into the luxury car club, albeit (but one that came) with a few compromises

Musi Project Hearing: Sabitha Indra Reddy Under House Arrest

Sabitha Indra Reddy alleged that the state governments immediate reaction to opposition leaders visiting distress zones or attending public heari

Jio effect! Reliance beats Tata to become India's most valued conglomerate

Jio Platforms listing has propelled the Reliance Group to become Indias most valuable conglomerate, with a combined market capitalisation of over

From Homemade Badi to GomatiRoots: Shital Kumari Secures Funding

Bihar's Sheetal Kumari transforms homemade badi into GomatiRoots, securing funding through YourStory's Shuru Kar initiative.

Russian Attack Sparks Major Kharkiv Blaze As Moscow Claims Fresh Strikes On Ukraines Defence Sites

A large-scale fire erupted in Kharkiv after a reported Russian drone strike late Tuesday, October 27, leaving four people injured, including a fo

Not Modi, Shahs Plaything: Rahul Gandhi Hits Out, Alleges Tata Is Being Criminally Destroyed

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has accused the Modi government of criminally destroying the Tata Group, q

Arunachal Jobs 2026 : NEIAFMR Recruitment [8 posts]

Applications are invited for recruitment of eight vacant positions or jobs in NEIAFMR Pasighat Arunachal Pradesh in 2026. North Eastern Institute

Indias tax department needs an AI rulebook

AI is helping Indias tax department flag evasion, but its use in assessments and appeals raises concerns over privacy, accountability and human j

5 smart ways to save on flight tickets, hotel bookings and travel expenses during this festive season

Planning a festive getaway doesn't have to break the bank! Discover essential tips to save on flights, accommodation, and more while enjoying you

Metro Passenger Alleges Secret Filming, Police Investigate

A woman has filed a police complaint alleging that a fellow passenger secretly filmed her while she was travelling on a Namma Metro train in Beng

Want a Pinterest-worthy Karwa Chauth thali? Try these 5 beautiful decoration ideas at home

Karwa Chauth is a special occasion for married women, and decorating the puja thali is one way to add a festive touch to the celebrations. From f

Gold futures decline to 1.43 lakh/10 gram on weak spot demand

Globally, gold futures declines by 0.72% to $4,030.95 per ounce in New York

Yash wears 10 heads of Ravana at Ramayana LA premiere

Yash, who essays the king of Lanka in Nitesh Tiwari's much-awaited Ramayana, wore a striking custom gold brooch featuring Ravana's ten heads, add