The firing was reported in the Taida sector, Upper Kurram and Ghuz Garhi areas, where the Afghan Taliban allegedly opened fire to facilitate the cross-border infiltration of militants, says security official
Pakistani opposition leader warns against concentration of power in military establishment
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Hackers heat French supermarket fridges, sparking fires and spoiling food
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Iran backs political process to resolve Saudi-Houthi conflict: FM
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Pope Leo had the lower lobe of his right lung removed after doctors identified a suspected cancerous nodule. The surgery confirmed he had adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer
Coach crashes into truck in Turkey, killing 11: authorities
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Pakistan has robust nuclear security regime: IAEA
She also commended Pakistans contribution to developing the skills of the nuclear security workforce, saying it had a far-reaching impact.
10 killed, 9 injured in Bangladesh seaside resort fire; several people remain missing
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Trump blocking Russia sanctions a 'historic moment': Putins envoy
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Anthropic proposes law regulating AI to US lawmakers
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'Hearsay dressed up as UN report': India rejects claims of youth facing stigma amid CJP protest
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U.S. lawmakers urge Rubio to question India over handling of CJP protests
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Ending months of intense media speculation, acclaimed music composer Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran, Chief Executive Officer of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad, are officially set to tie the knot in November. Confirmation of the high-profile union came unexpectedly from Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, who shared details following a courtesy [] The post Anirudh Ravichander to Marry Sunrisers Hyderabad CEO Kavya Maran; Telangana CM Confirms Chennai Reception appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Pakistan says substantial forces, resources already in Saudi Arabia under defence deal
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Japan has criticized Russias request for the extradition of the International Criminal Courts president and eight other tribunal officials from the Netherlands, where the court is based
Co-Chairs of the US India Caucus, Ro Khanna and Rich McCormick, on Friday (local time) condemned the attempted mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois, and urged the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to take action against what they described as growing threats and hostility directed at Hindu Americans and Indian Americans.
Judy Shelton, Trumps Former Fed Pick, Joins Treasury as Scott Bessents Adviser
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Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran are reportedly tying the knot on November 11, 2026. Kavya's family has extended an invitation to Telangana's Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for their wedding reception, scheduled for November 21 in Chennai. As the CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kavya and the acclaimed music composer Anirudh are set to draw a star-studded guest list for their celebrations. Read on!
Relief for India, China as Trump waives sanctions, tariffs on Russian oil and gas purchases
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Death toll from Russian bus strike in eastern Ukraine jumps to 30: authorities
The governor's office said public transport had been suspended
El Nino rains flood South America, sending residents fleeing and cattle swimming
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Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary after just 5 days, Trump asks her to 'reconsider'
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Iran must cut enrichment to end war, U.S. Vice-President Vance says
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White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia let go just days into role
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China says ready to address each others concerns after FM Sitharaman flags trade barriers
Reacting to Indias trade deficit with China crossing $100 billion in the first nine months, Nirmala Sitharaman said the growing trade imbalance and persistent restrictions on market access for Indian products remained major concerns, despite years of engagement with Beijing
Pakistan rejects and condemns the Indian Defence Minister's provocative remarks..., Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan said
A controversy over a beef khichdi feast near a temple at Jagannath University in Bangladesh 's capital Dhaka has escalated into a wider dispute over religious sensitivities, campus rules and students' right to organise events. A group of students from the university's Islamic History and Culture department has announced plans to slaughter a cow and organise a beef feast on Friday (October 16) coinciding with Maha Shashthi -- the first day of Durga Puja celebrations. The proposed event comes days after Hindu students objected to a beef khichdi gathering held close to the university's central temple, triggering protests and demands for an impartial investigation.
Canara HSBC Life launches Dollar-denominated ULIP for NRIs via GIFT City on Policybazaar
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A total of 148 of the 150 construction works in the Ram temple complex in Ayodhya have been completed.The remaining work focuses on the outer enclosure, which was delayed due to rain. The temple's lighting is targeted for completion by November 15 in preparation for Diwali. Additionally, the committee is reviewing financial matters and assessing contractor performance.
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Ram Mandir remaining construction work to be fully completed by Nov 15: Nripendra Misra
Digital Desk | Ayodhya, Oct 16 (IANS) Ram Mandir Construction Committee Chairman Nripendra Misra on Friday said that almost all construction work at the temple complex has been completed, with the remaining work scheduled to be finished by November 15. Speaking to reporters, Misra extended greetings on the upcoming festivals and provided an update on the temple's development, stating that 148 of the approximately 150 construction works within the complex had been completed and handed over to the Ram Mandir Trust. He said L&T, which was responsible for executing the construction work, had to hand over the completed projects to the Trust along with the relevant records, drawings, designs and financial documentation. The Trust's project engineers subsequently inspect the works before approving their handover. Of these 150 works, 148 have been completed and handed over. The major construction work that is yet to be handed over is the Parkota, the temple's perimeter structure, Misra said. Explaining the delay, he said the water treatment work on the Parkota's roof was still pending. Continuous rainfall in Ayodhya over the past three days has affected the pace of construction, delaying the work. However, he expressed confidence that the remaining work would be completed by November 15. Lighting work is currently underway in the temple and the Parkota. That will be completed by November 15, he said, adding that the recent developments observed at the site were related to the temple complex's ongoing construction. Misra also provided updates on other projects in Ayodhya. He said the Martyrs' Memorial had been completed and that he had inspected it on Thursday. Only minor horticulture and landscaping work remained at the site. Regarding the Madhavacharya Gate, he said approximately 80 per cent of the construction work had been completed. Misra added that he was scheduled to inspect the site to assess the progress. The committee chairman's update comes as work continues on the remaining infrastructure, finishing and lighting arrangements at the Ram Mandir complex, with November 15 set as the deadline for completing the pending tasks.
An Emirati royal was found unconscious on a west London street after taking cocaine in the days before the incident, while a young child in her care was left unattended nearby.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Canada on December 11 and 12 following a productiveconversation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney , as the two countries seek to strengthen bilateral relations after a prolonged diplomatic rift.
Three children among five dead in school shooting in Oregon; suspect likely killed
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Nripendra Misra reviews Ram Temple works
Two killed, six injured as Houthi forces attack Yemen's Al-Maashiq presidential palace in Aden
At least two killed and six others were injured as Houthi forces attacked Yemen's Al-Maashiq presidential palace in Aden. According to Al Arabiya, Minister of Youth Nayef Saleh al-Bakri said that all cabinet ministers in Aden were unharmed in the attack and asserted that members of the government would not leave the city following the incident.The attack from Houthi forces comes amid escalating hostilities between the Houthi movement and Saudi Arabia, with the Yemeni group claiming to have carried out strikes on Saudi energy infrastructure and an international airport a day earlier.
At least two killed in explosions near palace in Aden used by Yemen's govt. in latest Houthi attack
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Commercial goods are no longer entering Gaza, raising fears of worsening shortages in the territory
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NRI investors in Indian equities rise threefold since FY19, shows data
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'Severe drought' declared in parts of United Kingdom
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Study In The UK: 4 Universities To Offer 10,000 Scholarships To Indians
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21 children, teacher killed after school roof collapses in Pakistan's Peshawar
At least 22 people, including 21students and a female teacher, were killed and 21 others injured after the roof of a private school collapsed in Peshawars Afridi Abad locality on Thursday, AFP reported.
Gym Trainer, Warehouse Worker, Student: The 3 Indians Killed In Germany Fire
German police have arrested a 41-year-old Romanian national who lived in the same building on suspicion of murder.
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With preparations underway for Hajj 2027 following the successful completion of Hajj 2026, the Consulate General of India in Jeddah has established an additional control room at the Indian Hajj Pilgrims Office (IHPO) in Mecca to assist Indian nationals affected by ongoing flight disruptions in Saudi Arabia , particularly Umrah pilgrims.
How Jammed Rifle, Taco Bell Coworker Stopped US Teen's Temple Shooting Plan
The exact intended location of Paporakis's target remains under probe, but investigators believe he wanted to target the largest Hindu temple in southwest suburban Aurora
We Were Lucky: PSG Coach Luis Enrique After Thrilling Win vs Manchester City
Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique said the European champions rode their luck to beat Manchester City 4-2 and maintain a perfect start to their defence of the Champions League.
Meet Nithya Raman, the Kerala-born Democratic leader leading in Los Angeles mayoral race
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The Iran-backed Houthis are building a new advanced medium-range ballistic missile system with help of parts that have been shipped from China, a new report has claimed. With this, the group is increasing its dependency on China and would give it a capability to target Saudi Arabia and also Israel with more precision.
BBC accuses Trump of dodging deposition in $10-billion defamation suit
Mr. Trump's lawyers had previously agreed for the President to sit for a deposition on October 16, but said late last month it was no longer possible and proposed rescheduling to January
Iran reports cargo ship sinks after hitting mine in Strait of Hormuz
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UN says wants Lebanon stability as end of peacekeepers mandate looms
Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix met officials as well as representatives of countries contributing to the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)
Three Indian nationals killed in fire at residential building in Germany, probe underway
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Israeli PM Netanyahu says he is not seeking to attack Iran again before Israel election
It is not convenient for us, its no good, he said in an interview on Israels Army Radio
Sunrisers Hyderabad has welcomed back pacer T Natarajan after a successful IPL career with the team. Delhi Capitals have acquired leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari following a trade with Sunrisers Hyderabad. T Natarajan returns to SRH for Rs 5 crore, while Ansari joins DC at his existing fee. The IPL 2027 auction is set to return to Goa after being hosted overseas for three years.
Natarajan returns to Sunrisers; Zeeshan Ansari moves to DC ahead of IPL 2027
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Indian left-arm pacer T. Natarajan will return to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), while leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari will join Delhi Capitals (DC) following a player trade between the two franchises ahead of the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will welcome back T. Natarajan, while Delhi Capitals (DC) will add leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari to their squad following a player trade between the two franchises, the IPL said in a release. Natarajan, who represented SRH from 2020 to 2024, will rejoin the franchise at a revised fee of Rs 5 crore. Delhi Capitals had acquired the Tamil Nadu pacer for Rs 10.75 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction. The 35-year-old made his DC debut against SRH on May 5, 2025, after a collarbone injury and subsequent recovery kept him out of the teams first 10 matches that season. He featured in two matches in the 2025 edition, taking five wickets in 10 appearances during the 2026 season. Natarajan enjoyed his most successful IPL campaign in 2024, claiming 19 wickets to finish as Sunrisers Hyderabads leading wicket-taker and helping the side reach the final. Across his IPL career, the left-arm seamer has played 73 matches and taken 72 wickets at an economy rate of 9.21. Known for his yorkers and ability to bowl at the death, he will return to a franchise where he established himself as a reliable Indian pace option. Natarajan will join SRH's leading pace attack, which includes youngsters like Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, led by captain Pat Cummins. The Hyderabad squad also includes Sri Lankan pacer Eshan Malinga, who has impressed with his bowling. Meanwhile, Ansari will join Delhi Capitals at his existing fee of Rs 40 lakh after representing SRH in 10 matches during IPL 2025. He was benched for the entire tournament in IPL 2026. The 26-year-old leg-spinner made an impressive start to his IPL career, claiming three wickets on debut against Delhi Capitals. He has taken six wickets in 10 IPL appearances and is expected to add depth to DCs spin-bowling options, which include Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel.
T Natarajan Returns Home: Sunrisers Hyderabad Pull Off Big Trade Deal With Delhi Capitals
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U.S.-Russia deal on diesel is 'very risky choice,' says Italy PM Giorgia Meloni
The United States and Russia agreed last week that Moscow would initially supply more than 3,00,000 metric tonnes of diesel to U.S. and global markets
Air France bans Pakistani pilots from operating flights to Israel, will more airlines follow suit?
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Slamming Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's decision to skip the BRICS summit in India, former PM Sheikh Hasina said it was immature and damaged Bangladesh's national interest. The former PM warned that foreign policy driven...
Saudi says Houthi attacks sparked Aramco fire, wounded 4 in Riyadh
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Heavy Russian strikes on Ukraine kill six, cut power in Kyiv
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Robot seized after alleged sexual assault of teenage girl in Germany, two young men under probe
Police in the German city of Cologne have seized a robot following an alleged sexual assault involving a 16-year-old girl. Investigators are also looking into the role of two young men who were controlling the robot at the time. Neither has been charged, although both are being treated as suspects.
Japanese journalist arrested in Russia's Sakhalin region on spying charges
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Deeply unfortunate: Sheikh Hasina on Bangladesh skipping India-hosted BRICS summit
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Pope Leo diagnosed with cancer, undergoes surgery to remove lung nodule: Vatican
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Marco Rubio to visit India next week; energy, investment and strategic ties on agenda
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India from October 17 to 22 as Washington looks to strengthen energy cooperation and its wider strategic partnership with New Delhi. His India itinerary will include Mumbai and Jamnagar, where he is expected to meet senior government officials and business leaders.
India on Tuesday (October 13) issued a fresh security advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia, urging them to remain calm and vigilant in view of an evolving security situation in the Gulf kingdom. Saudi Arabia has been facing a series of deadly drone and missile attacks targeting civilian infrastructure by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
Two Maldivian pilots taken into custody in UAE over alleged plot to down flydubai aircraft
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His remarks have drawn criticism from social media users, who questioned the job prospects for Indians returning from overseas amid challenges facing the domestic technology industry.
UK Pension Income: how is it taxed for NRIs in India?
A returning NRIs UK workplace pension is tax-free in India while they qualify as RNOR, but becomes taxable as salary income once they become ROR, even if it remains in a UK bank account.
'You terrorist': Muhammad Yunus heckled by Bangladesh expatriates at New York's JFK Airport
Former Bangladesh interim government chief adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus was confronted by expatriate supporters of the Awami League at John F Kennedy (JFK) International Airport in the United States. The incident took place when Yunus...
Saudi Arabias King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh will remain closed until October 17 following a series of deadly attacks by Yemens Iran-backed Houthi rebels that disrupted air travel and raised security concerns. A Notice to...
Pakistan Army training aircraft crashes near Quetta, two pilots killed
Two Pakistan Army pilots were killed on Monday (October 12) after their training aircraft crashed near Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, due to a technical fault, the army said.
CCTV footage shows Houthi missile attack on Riyadh airport that killed 13
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'Energy ceasefire was news to me': Zelenskyy reacts to Trump's Russia-Ukraine announcement
Differences seem to be brewing between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy over Kyiv's conflict with Moscow, as the latter said that the announcement made by the US President over an 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine was a 'news' for him. Zelenskyy, however, underlined that Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire.

