Nobel Prize in Literature 2026 goes to Canadian author Anne Carson
The Nobel Prize 2026 in Literature has been awarded to the Canadian author Anne Carson, “for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature.”
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‘Earth almost entirely in red’: Scientists warn ‘super-duper’ El Nino is intensifying, could last till 2027
Scientists have warned that super El Nino is continuing to intensify as new forecasts suggest that the climate phenomenon could maintain its grip on global weather well into next year. In this regard, scientists said that the event is now pushing into unprecedented territory, with vast swathes of the planet forecast to experience unusually warm conditions as the Pacific Ocean releases enormous amounts of stored heat.
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‘When the ballot loses meaning, the street gains it’: 42 former judges write open letter defending ECI
A group of 42 retired judges, including former Supreme Court judges and former Chief Justices of High Courts, has issued a strongly worded open letter warning against what they described as a sustained campaign to discredit the Election Commission of India and other constitutional institutions. The intervention comes at a time when Opposition parties have stepped up protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and raised allegations surrounding the revision of electoral rolls. In their letter, the former judges cautioned that repeatedly questioning the credibility of constitutional institutions without placing supporting evidence before the appropriate forums could weaken public trust in the democratic process.
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OPINION | Why do people elect Modi again and again?
Narendra Modi has set a new record. On October 7, 2026, he completed 25 years as head of governments in Gujarat and Centre. Modi said, “for me, mission is bigger than ambition… I live for my mission, my mission is to see a Viksit Bharat in 2047.” To achieve this, he gave the slogan, “we will do it”. He said that a day will come when people across the world will watch Made in India planes.
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‘Hero ki tarah Baal mat bana…tu actor hai’: Shah Rukh Khan pays heartfelt tribute to Nana Patekar
Shah Rukh Khan has paid an emotional tribute to veteran actor Nana Patekar, remembering him as a mentor, teacher, critic and friend. In a heartfelt post, the actor recalled their first meeting and the many years of affection, arguments, conversations and games of carrom they shared. Nana Patekar passed away today due to cardiac arrest.
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‘It is about that time…’: Trump renews Nobel Peace Prize push, claims he settled eight wars
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) once again made a renewed push for the Nobel Peace Prize and argued that he has settled eight wars. However, he doubted if the prestigious award would be given to it.
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Nana Patekar, veteran Bollywood actor, dies at 75
Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar died on Thursday. He was 75.
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Odisha Bandh LIVE Updates: Statewide agitation begins; rail services disrupted in Sambalpur
A statewide bandh has been called across Odisha on Thursday by INDIA bloc parties in protest over alleged errors in school textbooks, the new mining law, and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and calls for Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. The bandh will be held for 12 hours and is expected to disrupt transport services and commercial activities.
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Starlink service in India being blocked by Oligarchs: Elon Musk
US business tycoon Elon Musk in a scathing attack on telecom operators alleged that “certain oligarchs” have blocked the company’s satellite communication services in India to maintain their market monopoly. In a post on X, SpaceX CEO said, “Unfortunately, we are being blocked by certain oligarchs in order to maintain their monopolistic chokehold on the Indian people. You can guess who they are. This is a crime against the people of India.” “Starlink in India would enable high-speed, affordable Internet connectivity for those who can’t afford current prices or who don’t have a connection at all,” he added.
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New Zealand announce BJ Watling as new Test team batting coach
NZC (New Zealand Cricket) recently came forward and announced the appointment of former cricketer BJ Watling as the Test side’s new batting coach. The former wicketkeeper-batter will be replacing Luke Ronchi in the role. His first assignment will come after the conclusion of the upcoming Test series against the Indian team.
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