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IT Dept urges UAE property owners to disclose foreign assets before December 31 deadline

Eligible disclosures can be regularised by paying 30% tax on fair market value and an equal penalty, with immunity under the scheme. Around 1,100 applications have been filed.

IBTimes 27 Oct 2026 2:22 am

'Looks old, is she pregnant': Anushka Sharma age-shamed as she attends kirtan with Virat Kohli

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli attended American singer Krishna Das's live kirtan in Mumbai. Videos of the couple chanting and enjoying the devotional music surfaced online, with netizens reacting to Virat's seemingly disconnected expressions and trolling Anushka over her appearance.

IBTimes 27 Oct 2026 2:21 am

Azad slams Farooq Abdullah over Pakistan remarks; Panun Kashmir, JSPM seek FIR

Former Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad has strongly criticised NC president Farooq Abdullah over his remarks on Pakistan, accusing the neighbouring country of fuelling terrorism and instability in J&K.

IBTimes 27 Oct 2026 2:15 am

Apple introduces new iPad mini with OLED display and A20 Pro chip; India prices starts at Rs. 82,900

Apple has launched the new iPad mini featuring an OLED display, A20 Pro chip, improved cameras, enhanced audio and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. The tablet starts at Rs 82,900 in India, with pre-orders beginning on October 28 and sales starting November 6.

IBTimes 27 Oct 2026 1:16 am

A final surge: On Luiz Incio Lula da Silvas triumph in Brazil

Lula is the resistance to U.S. imperial ambitions in South America

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 1:15 am

The Guardian view on Lula

The Guardian 27 Oct 2026 12:10 am

The Guardian view on Serbia

The Guardian 27 Oct 2026 12:08 am

Egypt OKs Military Aid to Saudis in Fight With Houthis

The Egyptians will commit forces for defensive purposes only, officials have said, as the kingdom exchanges increasingly deadly strikes with the Iranian-backed militia in Yemen.

The New York Times 27 Oct 2026 12:05 am

Star Trek actor Walter Koenig, who played Pavel Chekov, dies aged 90

He played the eager Russian crewman in the original Star Trek series and later appeared in Babylon 5.

BBC 27 Oct 2026 12:04 am

Break the cycle: Mecca Pact nations hold talks in Iran

Saudi Arabia was represented by Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, younger brother of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman; Pakistan by army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir; and Turkey by intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin, Saudi and Iranian officials said. Iranian state media published pictures of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, attending the meetings.

The Economic Times 27 Oct 2026 12:04 am

England fret over Fin Smith

The Guardian 27 Oct 2026 12:00 am

AT&T Settlement: Millions of Americans may get $5,000 checks. Check eligibility and other details

A landmark $177 million settlement has been sanctioned regarding a class-action lawsuit against AT&T, prompted by data breaches that took place in March and July 2024. Customers whose sensitive information was compromised are eligible to file claims until December 2025. Compensation payments are anticipated to begin in December 2026, with many claimants expected to receive funds by early 2027.

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 11:54 pm

Microsoft buyouts: MSFT stock price jumps but why is tech giant offering massive 'voluntary exit' package for 60,000 employees, including VP level? Check which countries workforce impacted

Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta are collectively on track to pour roughly $700 billion into AI data centers, chips and computing infrastructure this year alone.

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 11:34 pm

No 10 clarifies Andy Burnham

The Guardian 26 Oct 2026 11:33 pm

Israel braces to go the polls as Benjamin Netanyahu faces nail-biting race

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces fight of his political career as Israel goes to the polls, and opposition bloc appears to have the edg... Israel braces to go the polls as Benjamin Netanyahu faces nail-biting race

India Vision 26 Oct 2026 11:32 pm

President Lula won Brazil election

Dr Matthew Richmond, a lecturer in political geography at Newcastle University, said 80-year-old President Lula relied on trusted allies to turn aroun... President Lula won Brazil election 'by WhatsApp' with cunning online campaign

India Vision 26 Oct 2026 11:32 pm

Sydney's new $5bn airport has one big problem: Getting there is tough

The airport wont have direct public transportation for a year. How do locals feel about getting there?

BBC 26 Oct 2026 11:30 pm

256 US lawmakers back July as Indian-American Heritage Month

256 US lawmakers back July as Indian-American Heritage Month

India Today 26 Oct 2026 11:28 pm

Israel Election: 7.3M Voters Head To Polls, Netanyahu Faces Eisenkot In Crucial Race

Israel Election: 7.3M Voters Head To Polls, Netanyahu Faces Eisenkot In Crucial Race

India Today 26 Oct 2026 11:28 pm

Scientists identify mushroom behind strange visions of hundreds of tiny humans

The intriguing connection between the mushroom species Lanmaoa asiatica and hallucinations has come to light, particularly among users in China and the Philippines. Individuals describe encounters with small figures, a shared vision across multiple cultures. While the inquiry dates back to 1934, current advancements in identifying mushrooms provide fresh biological insights.

The Times of India 26 Oct 2026 11:24 pm

Ben Jennings on Andy Burnham

The Guardian 26 Oct 2026 11:23 pm

Rubio to host G20 Foreign Ministers meet in Atlanta on Oct 30-31

U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to host the G20 Leaders Summit in Miami on December 14-15

The Hindu 26 Oct 2026 11:22 pm

Israel Decides Netanyahu's Fate, India Siang Mega-Dam Backlash & Lula Re-Election

Israel Decides Netanyahu's Fate, India Siang Mega-Dam Backlash & Lula Re-Election

India Today 26 Oct 2026 11:20 pm

Jewelchic plans nationwide presence through physical stores and e-commerce

Explore Jewelchic, Satva Gold's D2C brand offering everyday 9KT real gold jewellery across India through physical retail stores, e-commerce, and assisted video shopping

IBTimes 26 Oct 2026 11:17 pm

Nagaland private practitioners urged to follow updated TB treatment guidelines

Dimapur: Private healthcare practitioners in Nagaland have been urged to follow government-prescribed protocols and the latest treatment guidelines for tuberculosis (TB) amid concerns over the states continuing caseload. The National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) organised a sensitisation programme for private practitioners in Kohima to familiarise them with updates in TB prevention, diagnosis and treatment, according [] The post Nagaland private practitioners urged to follow updated TB treatment guidelines appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Oct 2026 11:15 pm

Full Moon in Taurus: Could these 5 zodiac signs finally catch a break? Here's how career and romance are in focus between October 26-November 1

Taurus full moon is going to bring a breather for five zodiac signs. So if you have been feel stuck at work or in your relationships, you may finally get the space to resolve your issues and explore new options.

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 11:09 pm

Walter Koenig dies at 90: Star Trek actor won 2026 acting award for short film 'Mr. Fleischmann' months before death

Walter Koenig, the American actor best known for playing Pavel Chekov in the Star Trek television series and films, has died at 90. He also earned recognition for his role as Alfred Bester in Babylon 5 and built a diverse career as a writer, director, author and acting teacher. Just a few months before his death, Walter Koenig was honored for his short film Mr. Fleischmann

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 11:08 pm

UPDATE 2-US CFTC, NBA agree to cooperate over basketball and prediction markets

A US regulator and the National Basketball

devdiscourse 26 Oct 2026 11:06 pm

Global Political Shifts: Tara Kartha, Saul Satka & Alexander Slater on Key Elections

Global Political Shifts: Tara Kartha, Saul Satka & Alexander Slater on Key Elections

India Today 26 Oct 2026 11:05 pm

Lula's Brazil Win, Israel Polls, US Midterms: What Global Votes Mean for India

Lula's Brazil Win, Israel Polls, US Midterms: What Global Votes Mean for India

India Today 26 Oct 2026 10:59 pm

Russia says open to mini Ukraine ceasefires, but no letup in war

A ceasefire is to start in the southern Ukrainian city early October 27, brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump after months of reports that residents faced dire food, water and medicine shortages

The Hindu 26 Oct 2026 10:58 pm

Saudi, Turkish, Pakistan meet for security talks in Iran

Islamabad: Top defence officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan on Monday, October 26, jointly met Irans Supreme National Security Councils Secretary, Mohsen Rezaei, in Tehran to discuss the regional situation, amid escalating tensions in the region. Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, Turkish intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin and Pakistans Army Chief Field Marshal Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 26 Oct 2026 10:57 pm

Surprising things we have learnt from Anthropic's blockbuster share listing

Anthropics IPO prospectus is 355 pages and full of never before disclosed company information.

BBC 26 Oct 2026 10:50 pm

Elections in Brazil, Israel, and US: What Global Shifts Mean for India

Elections in Brazil, Israel, and US: What Global Shifts Mean for India

India Today 26 Oct 2026 10:50 pm

Mass outages in Sudan after RSF drones hit five power stations

The drones hit two power stations each in the states of Al-Jazira and Gedaref, and one in White Nile state, esulting in power outages across large parts of these three states, the official said on condition of anonymity

The Hindu 26 Oct 2026 10:48 pm

McDowell becomes latest major champion to exit LIV

Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell becomes the latest major champion to exit LIV Golf.

BBC 26 Oct 2026 10:47 pm

Cap on cancer drug margins may not lower patients' medical bills: Experts

Experts warn that the 30% trade-margin cap on 137 anti-cancer drugs may offer limited relief to patients as assistance programmes remain excluded from price calculations.

Business Standard 26 Oct 2026 10:39 pm

Microsoft offering buyout to 60,000 employees: Which staff in the US, UK and Canada qualify, benefits and more. Read the full memo

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to eligible employees in the US, UK, Canada and India. Employees have until early December to decide whether to accept the offer and leave the company by year-end. Heres who qualifies, what employees need to do and how the latest programme compares with Microsofts earlier retirement buyout.

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 10:37 pm

T-Mobile T-Mix plans bring Netflix, Apple TV and Xbox Game Pass: Check prices, perks and features

T-Mobile is set to introduce its innovative T-Mix wireless plans this November, designed to offer an enticing mix of mobile services and sought-after subscriptions. Customers can look forward to bundled options like Xbox Game Pass, Netflix, and Apple TV among others. The plans, categorized as Standard, More, and Loaded, will cater to diverse customer needs, with pricing reflecting the number of lines and chosen subscriptions.

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 10:37 pm

Brazil Election Results: 'Brazilian democracy is still alive and well', says Allan Lichtman

Brazil Election Results: 'Brazilian democracy is still alive and well', says Allan Lichtman

India Today 26 Oct 2026 10:37 pm

Israel committing crimes against humanity in occupied West Bank: UN

UN report highlights crimes including extermination, torture, rape and other forms of sexual violence. Israel committing crimes against humanity in occupied West Bank: UN

India Vision 26 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

Saddam Haftar is eyeing the throne in Libya

As the US looks to broker a unity deal, Saddam is trying to position himself as the main contender for the presidency. Saddam Haftar is eyeing the throne in Libya

India Vision 26 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

Jerusalem Daily: Last minute efforts by Israeli politicians before election

Israelis are about to vote in one of the most decisive elections in the countrys history. Jerusalem Daily: Last minute efforts by Israeli politicians before election

India Vision 26 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

Students topple Vucics government in Serbia

A student-led list won Serbias elections by a convincing majority, ousting the most powerful politician in the country. Students topple Vucics government in Serbia

India Vision 26 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

3,025 acres of railway land under illegal occupation: ministry

Ministry's website, however, shows 3,678.83 acres under illegal occupation

The Daily Star 26 Oct 2026 10:31 pm

Trump faces backlash after invoking 9/11 in verbal assault on Michigan's Senate candidate

The Democrat himself has hit back, as has Senator Bernie Sanders and a key Trump supporter from 2024.

BBC 26 Oct 2026 10:28 pm

Brazil's Lula Halts Trumps Latin America March; Delivers Ominous 'Not Your Backyard' Message

Brazil has rejected the conservative wave and handed Lula da Silva a historic fourth term. Lula finished behind Flvio Bolsonaro in the first round but overturned the deficit in the runoff. He won 51.78 percent against Bolsonaros 48.22 percent. The result is a blow to Donald Trumps effort to bring the Bolsonaro family back to power and build a stronger conservative bloc across Latin America. Lulas return strengthens BRICS and the Global South. He supports greater use of local currencies, stronger South-South trade and reforms to global institutions. India also benefits because Brazil remains a partner in BRICS, the G20 and the wider push for strategic autonomy. Lulas comeback has changed Brazils political directionand reshaped the balance of power in Latin America.

The Times of India 26 Oct 2026 10:25 pm

Muizzu Courts Pak, China: Maldives Plotting New Anti-India Axis; Opening Maritime Backdoor?

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu came to power on an India Out platform. India later supported the Maldives with financial assistance, currency-swap arrangements, debt relief and development aid. Now, Muizzu has travelled to Pakistan, met Field Marshal Asim Munir and signed 20 agreements covering defence, maritime security, cybersecurity, trade and other sectors. The concern in New Delhi is not just the number of agreements. It is the location. The Maldives sits along important sea lanes in the Indian Ocean and close to Indias maritime approaches. Pakistan brings military influence. China brings economic and strategic heft. The Maldives brings geography. Together, these links could create a wider pressure network around India without forming a formal alliance. Is Muizzus India Out policy returning in a new form?

The Times of India 26 Oct 2026 10:25 pm

Army officer killed by reversing Warrior with faulty alarm - inquest

Second Lt Max George, 26, died during a training exercise on Salisbury Plain, an inquest is told.

BBC 26 Oct 2026 10:25 pm

Microsoft Offers Exit Packages To 60,000 Staff As Company Pours Money Into AI

Staff on select teams in the United States, Canada, India and Britain at vice president level and below will be eligible, a Microsoft spokesperson said, while some groups of employees, including some working on data centres, sales and marketing, are excluded.

NDTV 26 Oct 2026 10:23 pm

Jamaat activist dies after alleged assault in Cumilla

Family and locals link the incident to an earlier sand dispute, but police have not confirmed whether the alleged attack caused his death

The Daily Star 26 Oct 2026 10:22 pm

Lula wins fourth term in dramatic Brazil election comeback

The left-wing incumbent president had lost the first round to right-wing challenger Flvio Bolsonaro.

BBC 26 Oct 2026 10:19 pm

NCP demands IGP

Rejecting police's clarification, party says no government approval can legitimise extrajudicial killings

The Daily Star 26 Oct 2026 10:18 pm

Kolkata Residents Criticize Kharges Controversial Remarks on PM Modi

Kolkata citizens express discontent over Congress leader Kharges remarks about PM Modi, calling them disrespectful and inappropriate. Kolkata Residents Criticize Kharges Controversial Remarks on PM Modi

Daily Kiran 26 Oct 2026 10:16 pm

From murder charges to military curfews: The fallout from a US Marine's case in Japan reignites anger over American forces in Okinawa

Lance Corporal Devin Jacob Ballard faces charges in the murder of Anna Yagi, which has triggered public outrage. His alleged actions and the military's response have reignited debate over US military presence in Okinawa. Restrictions placed on American service members following the incident raise questions about their effectiveness in preventing future crimes. Okinawa's residents continue to demand stronger oversight of US forces and greater accountability for past incidents.

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 10:16 pm

Convicted Australian Murderer Loses Bid to Eat Vegemite in Prison

A judge agreed that denying the staple restricted the prisoner

The New York Times 26 Oct 2026 10:15 pm

Halloween skeleton fundraiser tops $1.1m, with 625 homes aiming for $2m

In 2020, retired Army veteran Jeff Robertson turned his elaborate Halloween skeleton display into a fundraiser for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. Skeletons for St. Jude has raised over $1.1 million in six years, with 625 homes expected to participate in 2026. Now in its seventh year, the initiative aims to reach its overall $2 million fundraising goal.

The Times of India 26 Oct 2026 10:11 pm

Wrong turn leads driver to burning house; he wakes sleeping family of 14

A driver named Mr. Casey took a wrong turn in Georgia and discovered a house fire. He alerted the Burke family, which included 14 members, enabling them to escape safely. Despite their escape, the blaze destroyed their home and personal belongings completely. Community support has been overwhelming, with many offering clothing and shelter to the displaced family. The Burkes plan to rebuild and continue fostering children after establishing permanent housing.

The Times of India 26 Oct 2026 10:10 pm

White House is sued again over media bans as press freedom groups seek wider injunction

Press freedom groups on Monday sued the Trump administration, alleging in federal court that attempting to bar CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House violates the First Amendment rights of ordinary citizens to access information about the U.S. government. The three outlets already won a preliminary injunction halting the government from enforcing the bans while litigation plays out. But the new lawsuit, brought by Columbia Universitys Knight First Amendment Institute and Yale Law Schools Media Freedom and Information Access Clinic, alleges that the harms of the bans reach far beyond the three named outlets and deprive American citizens of their constitutional rights to access information. Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. The White House cannot decide what information Americans receive by punishing critical reporting, said Katie Fallow, deputy litigation director at the Knight First Amendment Institute. When the White House expels reporters because of their coverage and threatens others with expulsion, it isnt just the press that suffers - the public loses access to independent reporting and gets something closer to government propaganda. The lawsuit was filed in federal district court in Manhattan on behalf of six named plaintiffs: Yale law professor Kenneth Roth; Yale history professor Beverly Gage; Lawfare Editor in Chief Benjamin Wittes; journalist Daniel Froomkin; University of Pennsylvania student Ethan Young, editor in chief of the Daily Pennsylvanian newspaper; and New York City high school teacher Peter Schmidt-Nowara. Media that pedal misinformation and defamation are completely capable of reporting their manufactured stories from directly outside, a White House spokesperson wrote in a statement to The Washington Post. The Justice Department, which represents the government in litigation, did not respond to a request for comment. Trump on Sept. 18 first said that CNN, MS NOW and Politico would be banned for reporting what he called fake news. The three outlets sued and days later won a temporary restraining order from U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly, a Trump nominee to the bench, that allowed them to reenter the White House grounds. Kelly converted that to a more strenuous and longer-lasting preliminary injunction on Oct. 14, writing that the media companies were likely to succeed in arguing that the bans violated their First Amendment press freedom rights and their Fifth Amendment due process rights. Despite this intervention, CNN has been barred from traveling aboard Air Force One with Trump. Theodore J. Boutrous Jr., a partner at the law firm Gibson Dunn who represents the three outlets, last week threatened to take additional legal action if CNN was not allowed back on Air Force One. The White House has made additional moves to limit press access. It last week prevented Andrew Feinberg, a reporter for the British outlet the Independent, from serving as the designated print pool representative following a fiery exchange with the president. Jacqui Heinrich, a Fox News correspondent serving as the president of the White House Correspondents Association, called the decision retaliation. The American publics right to an independent press depends on reporters being able to do their jobs without fear that challenging the president will cut off their access, she wrote in a statement. The White House last week also threatened additional restrictions against Politico if it did not retract multiple articles about White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. The news outlet pushed back on the threats, but did make a substantial correction to one of the articles following the White House complaint. Trump also suggested in a lengthy Sunday post on Truth Social that he is considering moving the press corps out of the White House complex entirely. The plaintiffs in the new lawsuit said that they chose to sue in hopes of winning a broader prohibition against such White House bans - not just a ruling that would allow individual news outlets to regain their press credentials. As the Supreme Court has emphasized repeatedly, journalists are the publics eyes and ears in spaces they cant access, said David A. Schulz, director of Yale Law Schools Media Freedom and Information Access Clinic. The presidents policy of expelling disfavored journalists harms the public and our democracy. Related Content This article originally appeared on Washington Post at https://washingtonpost.com/business/2026/10/26/white-house-is-sued-again-over-media-bans-press-groups-seek-wider-injunction/

Yahoo 26 Oct 2026 10:09 pm

FCNR(B) rush squeezes margins; private banks feel more heat than PSU peers

Private banks raise FCNR(B) at 7.5-10% of deposits versus 2-2.5% for PSUs

The Hindu Businessline 26 Oct 2026 10:09 pm

England-Republic of Ireland U15 World Cup game ends over alleged racism

The Under-15 World Cup Group C match between England and Republic of Ireland is abandoned after England allege an opposition player made a racist comment.

BBC 26 Oct 2026 10:09 pm

Iran, Mecca pact countries agree to continue talks after 'first' meeting: state media

The meeting brought Iran together with representatives from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey, says broadcaster

The Hindu 26 Oct 2026 10:09 pm

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday

Indian stock markets saw a notable recovery after early losses on Monday. Sensex rose nearly 483 points, while Nifty gained over 153 points during the trading session. This rebound followed a four-day decline that significantly impacted investor wealth. Analysts noted value buying supported the recovery, particularly in sectors like power, healthcare, and metals. Despite this, caution prevailed due to geopolitical uncertainties and upcoming policy decisions from major global banks.

The Economic Times 26 Oct 2026 10:08 pm