Andhra Pradesh: Local body polls in 19 municipalities deferred following SC orders
India vs New Zealand, 1st T20I Pitch Report, how will surface in Christchurch play?
Ladakh dissolves Kargil Hill Council after district reorganisation, panchayat polls set for November 21
Kuwait-flagged oil vessel with 21 Indians targeted in Hormuz; all crew safe
Suvarna Raj brings home gold for India at the Para Asian Games 2026 in women’s discus throw
Meethe Mein Kya Hai trailer is out now; Ritwik Bhowmik’s Diwali drama promises family chaos and emotions
US envoy Witkoff meets Putin in St Petersburg as Trump pushes Zelenskyy to ‘make a deal’
Mumbai influencer seeks to adopt jailed Muskan Rastogi’s 10-month-old daughter, files plea in Meerut court
SIT formed to probe stampede that killed 19 in Kolkata’s Chorbagan, report due in three months
Smriti Irani slams Rahul Gandhi over remarks on women, calls his comments ‘cheap and regressive’
Abraham Accords back on track? Trump indicates Saudi Arabia may accept Israel’s help against Houthis
While Saudi Arabia continues struggling against Yemen-based Houthis, US President Donald Trump has indicated that the kingdom might accept assistance from Israel to deal with the Iran-backed militia, stressing it might help in reviving efforts to bring Riyadh into the Abraham Accords.
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Relief for India, China as Trump waives sanctions, tariffs on Russian oil and gas purchases
Relief for India, China as Trump waives sanctions, tariffs on Russian oil and gas purchases
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Muslim family from Meerut crafts Ravan effigies in Shimla: ‘We all live in a spirit of brotherhood’
In a world where differences are sometimes used to divide people, a Muslim family from Meerut is quietly keeping alive a beautiful tradition in Shimla. For nearly two decades, the family has travelled to the hill town to craft effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarana and Meghnad for Dussehra, spreading a message of communal harmony through their work.
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Saif Ali Khan reveals Kareena’s love for desi ghee on The Great Indian Kapil Show, shares her quirky habit
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor are all set to appear on Kapil Sharma’s comedy-chat show The Great Indian Kapil Show. Ahead of the episode, Netflix released several promos featuring the couple, who are celebrating their 14th wedding anniversary. The promos offer a glimpse of the couple’s conversation with Kapil, but one clip has caught viewers’ attention for Saif’s revelation about Kareena’s love for desi ghee and her unusual bedtime habit.
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India’s largest IPO in the making: How Jio Platforms is set to reshape the stock market landscape
Reliance Jio is officially setting the stage for India’s largest initial public offering (IPO) in history, with a size projected between Rs 30,200 crore and Rs 37,700 crore. Significantly, all proceeds from the offering represent new capital flowing directly into Jio and not to existing shareholders selling out. According to the red herring prospectus, proceeds will go toward prepaying borrowings of Reliance Jio Infocomm, the telecom subsidiary, and general corporate purposes.
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Abhijeet Dipke detained by Delhi Police ahead of ‘Lehra Do Tiranga’ march, taken into preventive custody
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke was on Friday detained by Delhi Police ahead of proposed ‘Lehra Do Tiranga’ March at Connaught Place. Earlier in the day, more than 20 Delhi Police personnel turned up at the residence of Dipke and served him a notice prohibiting him from holding a protest at Connaught Place on Friday, hours before the scheduled march, citing the risk of traffic disruption, stampede and threats to public safety.
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Former India coach weighs in on Jasprit Bumrah’s workload management ahead of NZ tour
The stage is set for the multi-format series between India and New Zealand. The Indian team will be touring the Black Caps. The two sides will meet across five T20Is, five ODI matches, and two Test matches. The two sides will look to put in their best effort in the multi-format series and play some good cricket.
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Jailer 2 Ending Explained: Vijay Sethupathi’s surprise cameo leaves the door open for Jailer 3
Superstar Rajinikanth’s film Jailer 2 has been released in theatres, and its climax has generated considerable buzz among audiences. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film had expectations similar to those surrounding the 2023 blockbuster Jailer. Filled with action, deception and a struggle to save his family, the story takes several twists that keep audiences engaged until the end. The biggest surprise is the entry of Vijay Sethupathi, who appears in the film’s final portion.
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Bangladesh temple row escalates after beef feast as students plan cow slaughter on Durga Puja day: Report
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.
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Yogi govt announces holiday in Uttar Pradesh on October 19 on occasion of Maha Navami
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a holiday in the state on October 19 on the occasion of Maha Navami. The decision comes as devotees prepare to celebrate Maha Navami, an important day during Navratri dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga. Maha Navami marks the ninth day of Navratri and is observed with prayers, religious rituals and special worship dedicated to Goddess Durga. Devotees across the country participate in celebrations at temples and pandals.
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