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GLOBAL MARKETS-Share markets choppy in Asia as earnings loom, oil slips

Stock markets got off to an erratic start on Monday as earnings season looked set to test high tech valuations, while oil slipped amid confusion

Protest will continue until CEC Gyanesh Kumar resigns: Bhupinder Singh Hooda ahead of INDIA bloc protest

Congress leader and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Monday said the INDIA bloc

CMRL-Exalogic scam: Pinarayi Vijayan, Riyas named first accused in two separate cases

Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 12 (IANS) The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) will register two FIRs in the controversial case

Rachel Shelley shares BTS pics from Aamir Khan starrer Lagaan, shares glimpse of Gracy Singh

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 12 (IANS) British actress Rachel Shelley took a trip down memory lane by sharing a few behind-the-scenes pictures from

8th Pay Commission to hold a major meeting immediately after Dussehra; know the full schedule of the meeting

The Eighth Pay Commission now has only a few months left to prepare and submit its report. Its deadline was November 3, 2025. Meetings are curren

Rupee opens higher at 95.76 vs US dollar after RBI measures

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 12 (IANS) The Indian rupee on Monday opened higher against the US dollar following fresh measures by the Reserve Bank

Delhi Police files FIR naming MP Bimol Akoijam on complaint by JNU Chief Security Officer

The Delhi Police has registered a First Information Report (FIR) based on a complaint lodged by the Chief Security Officer of Jawaharlal Nehru Un

Security tightened across Delhi as INDIA bloc plans march to SC over SIR

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Security arrangements remained heightened across central Delhi on Monday as Opposition parties prepare to

Amazon in talks to acquire AI startup Decart for around $7 billion

Decart's Lucy model, backed by Nvidia, can edit live video in real time, according to the company's website

AI investment keeps global growth around 3%, with major Asia benefits: IMF

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva said AI infrastructure investment is supporting global growth despite an energy supply shock

Aishwarya Rai shares a rare glimpse of Amitabh Bachchan in birthday wish, calls him 'Pa-Dadaji'

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, like her yearly ritual, wished her father-in-law, Amitabh Bachchan, with a photo featuring the veteran with her granddaug

Maresca equals best winning run to start of a managerial reign in Premier League

Digital Desk | Liverpool, Oct 12 (IANS) Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has now levelled the best start to a managerial reign in Premier League

MORNING BID EUROPE-It takes two to make a ceasefire

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. There's been

India Condemns Hormuz Ship Attacks After 2 Indian Seafarers Go Missing

India has condemned attacks on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz region after two Indian seafarers went missing when a drone reporte

Chennai Organic Market now in Perungudi

The market opened on October 11 at Vallalar Sanmargam Arangam on OMR

India Condemns Hormuz Ship Attacks, Two Indian Seafarers Missing

The ministry said the Embassy of India in Muscat was closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with Omani authorities

Startups are betting on AI to predict the future

In early September, two AI models made history when they took the top spots in the Metaculus Cup, a competition among prediction champions, both

FMGs pull out of duties over stipend disparity in Telangana

Hyderabad: Several foreign medical graduate interns have begun pulling out of duties due to stipend disparity in Telangana, affecting outpatient

Devotees throng temples on 2nd day of Navaratri dedicated to Goddess Brahmacharini

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) The second day of Shardiya Navaratri, dedicated to Maa Brahmacharini, began with prayers, devotion and fa

Cricket Stars Kuldeep Yadav and Tilak Varma Attend Mahakals Bhasma Aarti in Ujjain

Cricket players Kuldeep Yadav and Tilak Varma participated in the Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple, witnessing a divine ceremony. Cricket Sta

Stock markets open higher amid easing oil prices

From the 30 Sensex firms, Bharat Electronics, Mahindra and Mahindra, Bajaj Finance, Trent, Tata Steel and NTPC were among the major winners

Nifty holds flat at open despite Wall Street gains; FII selling streak hits 11 sessions

Nifty 50 opened at 22,593.20 against a previous close of 22,520.45, and was trading near 22,525.60 at 9.25 am; Sensex opened at 72,771.32 against

Crude oil futures fall as Trump proposes Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire

At 9.35 am on Monday, December Brent oil futures were at $103.32, down by 1.34%, and November crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate)

Foreigner Shares Parents' Reaction After Showing Them What India Looks Like

Her message highlighted the happiness of seeing her parents appreciate a place in India and experience something that left them amazed.

Puja Pandals come alive in Kolkata as Navratri begins

Samsung plans $9.15 billion semiconductor investment, with nearly $6 billion earmarked for Vietnam

Samsung affiliates are planning to invest over 12 trillion won in semiconductor operations across Vietnam and South Korea. The company aims to en

INS Mangrol to be inducted into Navy today: How it would enhance India's anti-submarine capabilities

As the country continues to modernise its armed forces under the 'atmanirbhar' Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative, the Indian Navy will commi

Maya Rajeshwaran Celebrates Historic Win in Lagos, Looks Up to Sania Mirza as an Inspiration

Young Indian tennis star Maya Rajeshwaran wins her first professional singles title in Lagos, crediting Sania Mirza as her inspiration. Maya Raje

IBPS PO Mains Result Date 2026: When and how to download the Probationary Officer exam scorecard

IBPS PO Mains Result 2026 date is awaited after the October 4 examination. Check the expected result timeline, steps to download the result and s

On Camera, Congress Workers Fight On Day 1 Of Aradhana Misra As UP Chief

Visuals of the chaos that unfolded at the event have been shared widely on social media

Navratri Day 2 2026: Maa Brahmacharini Puja, Mantra, Bhog, Colour and Significance

Shardiya Navratri 2026 Day 2 falls on Monday, October 12, and is dedicated to Maa Brahmacharini, the second form of Goddess Durga. Devotees worsh

Owaisi Demands Repeal of Election Commissioners' Appointment Law, Opposes SIR

Demanding reforms to the appointment process, Owaisi called for the reinstatement of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) on the selection committee

Mandya University Students' Keralam Trip Ends in Tragedy; Two Dead

According to police, the accident occurred around 1.30 am at the 54th Mile in Sultan Bathery, when the van, carrying 15 people, including student

Apoorva, Charan Eliminated From Bigg Boss Telugu 10

Charan's fans are calling his elimination totally unfair and are urging the makers to give Charan another re-entry chance.

Pak imposes emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, suspends Imran Khan's PTI govt

Islamabad cites rising militant violence and a breakdown in talks to justify the move, as security is tightened across the province; Here are the

Punjab Cop Shot Dead While Returning Home After Duty, 2nd Incident In 2 Weeks

Police said they are investigating the case, considering all aspects, examining CCTV footage from nearby areas, and dispatching multiple teams to

This govt will go: Shashi Tharoor ahead of Congress march to Supreme Court

Delhi Tightens Security Ahead of Indi Alliance March to Supreme Court

Security measures in Delhi intensify as the Indi Alliance prepares for a Supreme Court march, impacting metro services and traffic. Delhi Tighten

Death toll in Houthi attack on Riyadh airport rises to 13 as one Indian national dies

The death toll following a Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has risen to 13 after the Indian Embassy i

McKinsey strips partner of leadership role over LinkedIn posts on challenges faced by women in the workplace

Chris Bradley was removed from his leadership role following a review of his LinkedIn posts on the workplace glass cliff for women

Delhi Police says Abhijeet Dipke was informed of grandmother's death as parents question why he missed last rites

The police initiated preventive action against the leaders under Sections 126 and 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), relating

Waterlogging damages paddy stocks in Fazilka, Ambala as farmers blame poor drainage

Heavy rainfall has caused severe waterlogging in grain markets across Punjab and Haryana, resulting in significant damage. Farmers have reported

AI devices will now be tailored to India, with new technology at IMC 2026

At IMC 2026, Jio, Torchit, and Qualcomm showcased technology that can help with translation, payments, and learning without even opening the phon

Indias agri-seed sector accounts for the largest share of receipts under benefit sharing regulations during April-Sept

Cyber fraudsters cheat Hyderabad residents of Rs 17.34 crore

Hyderabad: Cyber fraudsters cheated residents within Hyderabad Police Commissionerate limits of Rs 17.34 crore in September 2026. During the mont

Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory amid law and order situation in New Delhi

Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for today in view of the law and order situation in New Delhi. In its advisory, the Traffic Po

Is the Signature 27 different from Motorola's older design? Find out what's special.

The Motorola Signature 27 is making waves with its new design and unique camera setup. Showcased at IMC 2026, this phone will also feature a new

How does Starlink work? Know the technology of satellite internet.

How will the internet reach your home directly from space via satellite without any cables? Learn all about Elon Musk's Starlink technology.How S

Wayanad bus accident: Two dead, several injured as Munnar tour vehicle overturns

The vehicle was carrying a party of post graduate students from Mandya University in Karnataka

Yogesh Singh Begins Second Term As Delhi University's Vice Chancellor, First Time In 77 Years

Professor Singh has become the only person in the university's 77-year post-Independence history to be reappointed to the office for a full secon

Anduril unveils interceptor missile family Steelfin

Defense tech firm Anduril

Soccer-The week in Asian football

Talking points from the week in Asian football: NEW SIGNINGS LEAD AL-HILAL TO

Petrol crosses Rs 111 in Mumbai; diesel prices jump in Patna- know today's latest price.

How much is petrol and diesel available per liter today, Monday, October 12th? Here you can find out the prices of petrol and diesel separately.

FACTBOX-The main parties vying to form New Zealand's next government

New Zealand votes in a general election on November 7 with opinion polls pointing to another close contest between the ruling centre-right Nation

North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles after Seoul's hypersonic test

North Korea on Monday fired multiple ballistic missiles toward its eastern waters, South Korea's military said, adding to a recent streak of weap

As New Zealand First pushes culture-war policies, analysts warn of limited appeal

Winston Peters, the veteran leader of New Zealand First, has borrowed

UAE adviser Gargash urges need to revive joint ties on Gulf security, defence

UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash stressed on Monday a pressing need to revive joint Gulf action, particularly on aspects of security and de

Amid modernisation in railways, porters face shrinking income, bleak future

The newer infrastructure developed by the Railways over the past 15-years, including lift and escalators, combined with wheeled suitcases, has pr

Sudden Weather Shift in North India as Western Disturbance Brings Rain

North India experiences a weather change with rain and cool winds due to a western disturbance, bringing relief from heat. Sudden Weather Shift i

Rupee opens over 1% higher at 95.73 on RBI measures to curb dollar demand

The rupee opened at 95.73 against the greenback today compared with Friday's close of 96.76. As of 9.14 AM, it was trading at 95.76, according to

480 booked for drunk driving in Hyderabad over the weekend

Hyderabad: As many as 480 motorists were booked for drunk driving in Hyderabad during a special drive on October 8 and 9. Of those booked, 411 we

Samsung affiliates plan USD 9.15 billion semiconductor investment, with major expansion in Vietnam and South Korea

Samsung affiliates plan to invest a combined 12.26 trillion won (USD 9.15 billion) in semiconductor operations, with nearly 8 trillion won (USD 5

Paddy sacks submerged in Fazilka and Ambala grain markets after heavy rainfall; Farmers allege loss due to admin negligence

Heavy rainfall has triggered severe waterlogging in grain markets across Punjab and Haryana, leading to significant damage to lakhs of quintals o

Tamil Nadu Braces for Rain and Strong Winds as Weather Forecast Predicts Showers

Tamil Nadu is set for moderate rain and strong winds, with temperatures remaining high in some areas. Tamil Nadu Braces for Rain and Strong Winds

Zelensky Says Russia Hit Kyiv Plant After Trump's Ceasefire Announcement

Earlier Sunday, US President Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt strikes on each other's energy infrastructure.

How to make market-style chili potatoes at home? This recipe is amazing.

Make spicy and crispy chili potatoes at home; learn how to make them crispy and make a delicious sauce. Follow these easy tips.Chilli Potato Reci

DMart stock down 3%: Why brokerages are mixed on RK Damani co after Q2 show

Avenue Supermarts reported an increase of 8.5 per cent in consolidated net profit at 742.98 crore for the September quarter, on a year-on-year ba

This Indian mother lost 25 kg by eating chocolate; know her diet plan!

This Indian mother surprised everyone by losing 25 kg in just 6 months by eating chocolate. Let's learn about her unique and balanced full meal p

RBI's rupee boost to spur rally, trigger swings in forward premiums

The rupee is expected to strengthen about 1% to 95.60-95.90 per dollar, after settling at 96.73 on Friday, traders said

Q2 results today: HCLTech, ICICI Pru among 18 firms to report earnings

Q2FY27 results today: HCLTech, ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company, RBL Bank, Swaraj Engines, Adroit Industries, Umiya Buildcon will announ

Police detain Delhi protesters after releasing

NEW DELHI, Oct 12 (Reuters) Police detained hundreds of protesters in Delhi for a second day on Sunday as sporadic protests broke out demanding

OpenAI film 'Artificial' turns lens on creators of 'new world, Andrew Garfield says

Andrew Garfield plays OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in the film, which unfolds over two decades and chronicles the conception and growth of the artificia

Delhi Metro closes 6 stations ahead of Congress march to Supreme Court

New Delhi, October 12, 2026: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced restrictions on passenger entry and exit at six major metro st

Not just I love you; you can also express your feelings through these punch lines.

It's not always necessary to say I love you to express your love. You can also let your partner know how important they are to you with some uniq

Q2 Results Today Live: HCL Technologies, ICICI Pru AMC, RBL Bank, Swan Defence, Adroit Industries to announce Q2 results

Q2 Results Today, 12th October 2026 Live Updates: Follow the latest announcements and developments on the company's September quarter earnings, r

Is your husband not buying you your favorite saree for Diwali? Get your way with these tips.

If you want to buy your favourite saree on Diwali but your husband is avoiding you, then instead of getting angry, adopt these easy and effective

Amitabh Bachchan receives birthday wishes from daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan along with an unseen picture of him with granddaughter Aaradhya Bachchan

Aishwarya Rai wishes Amitabh Bachchan: Amitabh Bachchan turned 84 on October 11. Daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wished him on Instagram w

Oman tanker attack: Union seeks 'urgent status update' on two Indian seafarers missing after drone strike

Two Indian seafarers, Bir Bahadur Yadav and Amit Singh, are missing following a recent drone attack. The drone strike on MT Petro Dolphin occurre

INDIA bloc protest march today: Delhi tightens security, 6 metro stations shut till 4 pm

INDIA bloc Delhi protest: High security measures are implemented in Central Delhi for the forthcoming protest march by the INDIA bloc. The march

Science Snapshots: October 11, 2026

Three recent important research developments, all readable in one minute

There is already a Chief Minister: G Parameshwara on calls for him to become Karnataka CM

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara on Sunday said it was natural for the public to express their wish for him to become Chief Ministe

IMF says AI investment keeps global growth around 3%, with major Asia benefits

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Kitchen Wall Cleaning Tips: Is the wall behind the stove sticky? Shine it up with this one trick.

Clean Oil: If you've just spilled oil on a wall while cooking, the easiest way to clean it up is to soak a clean cloth in lukewarm water and wrin

Kim Yong-ji, Korean actress known for Tale of the Nine Tailed, gets married in an intimate ceremony | Viral

South Korean actor Kim Yong-ji has surprised fans with news of her marriage. The actor tied the knot without any public dating rumours, making th

Noted architect N.M. Salim passes away

Salim was active in the architecture field for over five decades, playing a key role in transforming the face of urban centres in Keralam and oth

Soft Roti Making Tips: Roti not rising on the pan? This magical hack to make it balloon-like

Tips for Making Puffy Roti: Whether the roti turns out well depends largely on the method of kneading the dough. If the dough is kneaded too hard

Delhi Metro shuts entry, exit at six stations ahead of Congress protest against CEC

However, interchange facilities would be available at the affected stations, the DMRC said

US Senators question legality of Trump's deal to allow Russian oil imports

A bipartisan group of US Senators have questioned the legality of President Donald Trump's decision to allow diesel imports from Russia, contendi

Is there phlegm in your throat? These simple steps can provide relief.

Are you experiencing frequent coughs, sore throats, and a feeling of something stuck in your throat? Learn some simple remedies that can help loo

Djibouti Boat Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 139, 84 Missing

The boat was carrying 305 people from Djibouti towards Yemen when it capsized near Guehere, north of Obock in Djibouti, on the intervening night