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Cook from Bihar dies after being hit by car and dragged for 100 metres in Electronics City
Ranjit suffered serious injuries to his head, chest, right leg and other parts of his body, and succumbed to them.
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Drowning death cannot rule out murder, says Supreme Court, restores trial in boy’s death case
The Supreme Court has restored murder proceedings in a boy’s drowning death, ruling that a postmortem confirming drowning cannot automatically rule out foul play.
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Enhancement of MPs’ development fund key topic selected by Parliamentary panel for study
The committee will examine the guidelines governing the release of MPLADS funds and assess the need to enhance the allocation under the scheme
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Sanjay Raut behind AI-generated audio clip, doing Rahul’s bidding: BJP
BJP chief spokesperson Navnath Ban demanded the registration of a case against Sanjay Raut, if warranted, and a probe into whether the Sena (UBT) MP received funding from Rahul Gandhi Gandhi
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Tamil Nadu rains: Forest Dept. restricts timings for devotees climbing Parvathamalai hillock in Tiruvannamalai
Forest officials said that devotees would be allowed to climb the steep hillock, which is 4,560 feet high, between 5.30 a.m. and 1 p.m. every day
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Cook from Bihar dies after being hit by car and dragged for 100 metres in Electronics City
Ranjit suffered serious injuries to his head, chest, right leg and other parts of his body, and succumbed to them.
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Read more Enhancement of MPs’ development fund key topic selected by Parliamentary panel for study
The committee will examine the guidelines governing the release of MPLADS funds and assess the need to enhance the allocation under the scheme
The Hindu
Sanjay Raut behind AI-generated audio clip, doing Rahul’s bidding: BJP
BJP chief spokesperson Navnath Ban demanded the registration of a case against Sanjay Raut, if warranted, and a probe into whether the Sena (UBT) MP received funding from Rahul Gandhi Gandhi
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Tamil Nadu rains: Forest Dept. restricts timings for devotees climbing Parvathamalai hillock in Tiruvannamalai
Forest officials said that devotees would be allowed to climb the steep hillock, which is 4,560 feet high, between 5.30 a.m. and 1 p.m. every day
The Hindu
Tamil Nadu rains: Confusion as private schools in Erode declare holiday after students arrive
The sudden announcement by private schools inconvenienced parents who had just dropped their children off, with school vans having arrived and classes about to begin
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In 1st X Post, Sonia Gandhi Shares Her 'Journey Of Love' With Rajiv Gandhi
Earlier on Thursday, she also joined Instagram, where she shared a message introducing her forthcoming memoir and expressing gratitude for being able to present its first look to readers.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visits China, South Korean media reports
South Korea's Yonhap news agency cited an unidentified government source saying Mr. Kim arrived in the Chinese border city of Dandong after crossing a newly opened bridge between the countries
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North Korea's Kim Jong-un makes surprise visit to China via newly opened bridge: Report
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"People Like Abhijeet Dipke...": Piyush Goyal's Jab During Berlin Event
Union Minister Piyush Goyal asked the Indian students to think about ideas that would help attract Indian talent back to the country.
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Times of India
New York couple's 30-year property dispute takes a turn after cameras record minor daughter
A couple in New York found themselves entangled in a complex property disagreement with their neighbors regarding a disputed land boundary tied to a chain-link fence. This conflict escalated, resulting in claims of trespassing and invasion of privacy due to su
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Nebraska workers sink 150 trees in two lakes to create underwater shelter for young fish
In Nebraska, conservationists launched an innovative project by strategically removing overgrown trees and submerging them to foster underwater fish habitats. With 150 trees now placed in two lakes, this initiative not only improves access for fishermen but al
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George Michael’s Last Christmas royalties help fund 20-plus grants for vulnerable young people
Royalties from Wham!'s beloved holiday song Last Christmas have led to substantial charitable funding through the George Michael Fund. Founded to pay tribute to George Michael, this initiative focuses on assisting children and young people in the UK who confro
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Mint
South Africa moves towards ₹5,400 crore takeover of Lakshmi Mittal’s struggling steel business: What’s in the deal?
South Africa is reportedly moving towards a ₹5,400 crore takeover of Lakshmi and Aditya Mittal’s steel business. Here is how the deal splits cash payments and debt, and what it means for the global steel giant.
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Read more Commerce Ministry identifying AI-proof professions, sectors where India can take global lead: Goyal
The Commerce and Industry Minister said that the focus would be on sectors where AI could improve efficiency without necessarily replacing human workers, while leveraging India’s large pool of skilled talent, youthful population and traditional strengths
The Hindu
From fuel price hikes to cost-of-living concerns, US consumer sentiment nears record low
US consumer sentiment has declined slightly as rising prices related to the Middle East conflict affect households' financial views. The Consumer Sentiment Index fell marginally to 48.0 in October, approaching a record low. Independents reported significantly
Times of India
Why Shriram Finance Wants To Double Down On Gold Loans Despite Repayment Red Flags
Executive Vice Chairman Umesh Revankar said the company sees no challenge as long as customers are identified carefully and gold is valued properly.
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Why Core Investment Companies Like Tata Sons Require Registration? RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra Explains
Malhotra's comments come amid continued attention on the regulatory requirements applicable to large corporate holding companies and the circumstances under which they must register with the RBI.
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Jack Dorsey's Block Unveils Dessa AI Model That Laughs, Chats With...A Few Awkward Moments | Listen In
Dessa is designed to preserve those elements, allowing conversations with pauses, changes in volume and laughter that can begin before a speaker finishes talking.
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Gadgets 360
Best Smartphones with LTPO AMOLED Display in India: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Xiaomi 17 Ultra and More
There are multiple flagship smartphones in India that are equipped with an LTPO AMOLED display. For reference, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is equipped with a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. The screen offers variable refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz. Simil
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What Is WhatsApp Chat Lock and How Does It Work?
WhatsApp Chat Lock lets users protect selected individual and group conversations without restricting access to the entire app. Locked chats move to a separate folder that requires device authentication to open. Users can also hide this folder from the main ch
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How art festivals benefit when galleries across cities collaborate
Our second photo essay from the Contemporary Now art festival in Chennai, and artist insights.
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Best Prepaid Plans with 3GB/Day Data on Jio, Airtel, and Vi Compared
Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) are three of the biggest telecom service providers (TSPs) in India. Each of them offers a variety of recharge packs at different price points for prepaid subscribers. While lower-tier plans offer basic features like internet
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Claude Duet Explained: Features, Availability and How Anthropic’s Proactive AI Agent Works
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming mainstream, and a big chunk of the credit goes to AI assistants. In recent months, AI-powered assistants have moved beyond simple query responses and content generation to handling tasks that would otherwis
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Why India’s flying taxi revolution begins with electric air ambulances
Speaking at TechSparks 2026, Professor Satya Chakravarthy explained how The ePlane Company plans to avoid deeptech traps by launching high-margin electric air ambulances before scaling low-cost urban air taxis globally.
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The Hindu
Ariel, Umbriel and the man who made them real
The discovery of Ariel and Umbriel — two of Uranus’ many moons — took place 175 years ago on October 24, 1851. It was an amateur astronomer, William Lassell, who discovered these two satellites and two more as well. A.S.Ganesh tells you how Lassell played his
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Read more New form of carbon found: diamondiyne
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Indigenous Australians buried a 1,000-year-old dingo and fed it for centuries
Times of India
Jason Momoa’s water brand expands hotel refill machines after removing 6 million plastic bottles
Mananalu, founded by Jason Momoa, aims to eliminate single-use plastic bottles through innovative refill systems. The newly implemented technology connects to local water sources and fills reusable containers. This approach also significantly reduces carbon em
Times of India
Butterflies Rebound After Restoration: Ex-wheat farm records 5,290 in 2026; rare species appear
Halnaker Hill Farm in West Sussex has experienced a remarkable surge in butterfly populations thanks to dedicated habitat restoration initiatives. In the spring of 2026, surveys noted 5,290 butterflies representing 28 different species, including some that are
Times of India
German detectorist’s 15 coins lead to record Roman silver hoard of 934 denarii
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The Hindu
What happens inside the brain during a stroke?
The first few hours of a stroke determine how damaged the brain can become. Knowing the signs and seeking timely medical help is crucial
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Hindustan Times
Health benefits of dry fruits: Know how adding just a handful of nuts can improve your breakfast
How adding a handful of nuts to your breakfast can enhance satiety and nutrition, making your mornings healthier and more enjoyable.
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Webinar on modern-day tips for posture to be held on October 25
The webinar will explore how daily habits, workplace ergonomics and physical inactivity affect the spine, and discuss practical ways to prevent and manage common problems such as back pain, neck pain and stiffness
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Poland’s abortion law: What will the new bills change? | Explained
Poland’s restrictive abortion law faces two new bills aiming to ease limits, amid protests and political uncertainty ahead of elections.
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Greece passes social media ban for children under 15
Greece is among seven European Union countries seeking an age verification solution with the European Commission
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Kenya announces 2nd Ebola death, close relative of first patient
The remaining seven Ebola patients were receiving treatment at two isolation facilities. No new infections were reported
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'Rescue missions' not the way to go, says Sikandar Raza
"There's not many plusses in batting, but these fast bowlers in this heat certainly bowled their heart out," Sikandar Raza says after Zimbabwe's defeat in the UAE ODI tri-series final
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Read more India vs New Zealand LIVE Updates, 2nd T20I: Bhuvneshwar Kumar Takes 1st Wicket In 4 Years; NZ 2 Down
India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I LIVE Score Updates: Bhuvneshwar Kumar has given India their second wicket of the day against New Zealand as he dismissed Daryl Mitchell for 6 in the first T20I.
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Selectors Using Injury Excuse To Drop Shan Masood? Report Makes Big Claim
While Shan Masood is confident that he will recover in time for the series, beginning November 9, he remains concerned about retaining his place in the Test squad.
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IPL 2027: Steffan Jones joins Mumbai Indians as bowling consultant
Mumbai Indians have roped in former Rajasthan Royals high-performance coach Steffan Jones as a bowling consultant for IPL 2027. Jones will work with MI's development squad alongside director of performance Zubin Bharucha, with the duo tasked with helping India
Times of India
Asian Para Games Closing Ceremony: Nishad, Mona to lead India’s celebrations
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Five Batters Out For Duck: India A's Horrific Show In Unofficial Test vs New Zealand A
India A were bundled out within 40 overs for just 113 runs on Day 1 of the first unofficial Test match against New Zealand A at Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln on Saturday.
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Hindustan Times
In 2014, Aretha Franklin left a handwritten will in her couch; a jury upheld it in 2023, and a judge awarded her $1.1M Michigan home to son Kecalf
A handwritten note found in a couch notebook was ruled Aretha Franklin’s valid will, shifting ownership of her Michigan home and a family’s future.
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Jose Dominic of CGH Earth debuts as an artist at The Plav, his new gallery in Kochi
The former CEO of the CGH group collaborates with woodcutter PK Vasudevan and carpenter Sreedharan Achari to create artistic works out of cut trees, giving the wood and the roots a new life
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Avantika Malik says Imran Khan initiated their separation, calls it the ‘death’ of the life she had imagined
Avantika Malik described the breakup as deeply painful but said she is proud of the family they built during their time together.
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Mika Singh says Daler Mehndi broke down crying after Uttarakhand minister’s onstage reprimand, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami apologised later
Mika Singh said Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami assured him and Daler Mehndi they would be treated with respect in Uttarakhand.
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Ramayana vs Dhurandhar 2: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash film sells 1 lakh tickets in advance bookings, but four times slower than Ranveer Singh's blockbuster
Ramayana Part One has sold tickets worth ₹7.75 crore in advance bookings, selling over 1.3 lakh tickets with 11 days to go for release
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Times of India
MLB features new clip of ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ during World Series
During the World Series Game 1, a new trailer for 'Avengers: Doomsday' was unveiled for fans. The trailer features both returning characters and new characters, including the main villain, Dr Victor Von Doom. Pedro Pascal and Joseph Quinn were among the cast s
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