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Parliament's monsoon session yet to be prorogued, raising doubts over winter sitting
The government has kept everyone guessing but defended the decision, pointing out there is no illegality or irregularity.
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Red Corner notice against Russian woman who fled India with son despite joint custody order
Police also informed the court that they had sought her extradition through the ministry of external affairs (MEA) and the Indian embassy in Moscow.
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Bombay HC orders compensation over arrest, directs action against police and Magistrate
A Division Bench comprising Justice Ajay Gadkari and Justice Kamal Khata noted that the Mumbai Police kept Mr. Agrawal in detention for 26 days without a basis in law
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Bombay High Court permits withdrawal of plea against Religion Act
The Bench emphasised the need to specify the repercussions of law enforcement and noted that prosecutions in Pune under the Act were not brought to the Court’s notice
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Accused in Keralam synagogue arson case slapped with UAPA, larger conspiracy suspected: police
Anti-terror law invoked considering the sensitive nature of the location he targeted, says District Police Chief (Kochi City) Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar
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Parliament's monsoon session yet to be prorogued, raising doubts over winter sitting
The government has kept everyone guessing but defended the decision, pointing out there is no illegality or irregularity.
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Read more Red Corner notice against Russian woman who fled India with son despite joint custody order
Police also informed the court that they had sought her extradition through the ministry of external affairs (MEA) and the Indian embassy in Moscow.
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Bombay HC orders compensation over arrest, directs action against police and Magistrate
A Division Bench comprising Justice Ajay Gadkari and Justice Kamal Khata noted that the Mumbai Police kept Mr. Agrawal in detention for 26 days without a basis in law
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Bombay High Court permits withdrawal of plea against Religion Act
The Bench emphasised the need to specify the repercussions of law enforcement and noted that prosecutions in Pune under the Act were not brought to the Court’s notice
The Hindu
Accused in Keralam synagogue arson case slapped with UAPA, larger conspiracy suspected: police
Anti-terror law invoked considering the sensitive nature of the location he targeted, says District Police Chief (Kochi City) Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar
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'Disgrace at so many levels': Shashi Tharoor reacts to removal of Raihan Vadra's photos from exhibition
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What is Romanch’s Law? New York City’s historic horse carriage ban after Indian tourist’s death
The New York City Council voted to pass Romanch’s Law, a landmark measure that bans horse-drawn carriages from city streets and Central Park by June 1, 2028, in a move championed by Mayor Mamdani after an Indian tourist died following a carriage accident in Ce
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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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Iris Sets Auction Record: Monet canvas fetches €50mn in Paris; France hails new mark
At a Paris auction, Claude Monet's painting titled Iris fetched an astounding 50 million euros, setting a new record for artwork sold in France. The event not only celebrated this remarkable sale but also marked the centenary of Monet's passing, with three mor
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Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk
Musk had previously said that "any limits on speed or usage" of Starshield systems — which are operated by his SpaceX company — were "decided by the U.S. military and ultimately POTUS," referring to Trump.
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Police Labrador rescues missing 70-year-old hiker in Hawaii; he now wants to adopt her
After missing for over a day in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 70-year-old David Arai was successfully located by Trina, a skilled police dog, who led the search team through dense foliage. Found two miles from his rental car and suffering from dehydration, A
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Australian farmer turns poultry waste into power, fertiliser and natural food dye
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Why Stock Market Is Falling Today? Sensex Drops Over 500 Points, Nifty 50 Slips Below 22,500; Key Reasons
Barring Nifty IT, all other sectoral indices were trading in the red, with Nifty Metals, Nifty Realty, Nifty Auto, Nifty FMCG, Nifty Oil & Gas and Nifty Media falling the most.
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Read more NDTV World Summit 2026 Day 2 Live Updates: 'US Never Apologised', Iran Diplomat Says On Primary School Bombing
NDTV World Summit 2026 focuses on technology, security, and economic growth, featuring discussions on AI's impact on warfare and regional economic ties.
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Gold Loses Shine: Yellow Metal Prices Crash By Rs 9,700 In Just 10 Days, Fall Below Rs 1,42,000
Gold prices have come under pressure as rising oil prices have revived concerns that persistent inflation could prompt the US Federal Reserve to keep interest rates higher for longer. This has reduced the appeal for non interest-bearing gold.
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Jio Platforms IPO Day 3 Live Updates: QIB Bids At 15.95 Times, GMP Signals 22% Premium
Track Jio IPO Day 3 subscription status, investor demand, GMP, IPO price band, allotment date and listing details of Jio Platforms.
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NDTV World Summit 2026: 'Miscommunication On The Part Of Eiffel Tower', Says BAPS Monk On 'Women Sidelined' Row
BAPS monk Brahmavihari Swami attributed the Eiffel Tower women exclusion controversy to miscommunication, with an investigation finding no explicit request to exclude women from the procession.
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Watch: China Turns World's Highest Bridge Into A Spectacular 'River In The Sky'
Engineers in China have added a spectacular artificial waterfall that looks like a river cascading from the sky to the world's highest bridge, the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge. It is attracting visitors from across the world who want to get a first-hand glimps
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Sebi cautions investors against fraudulent stock-tip WhatsApp groups
Sebi noted that members are often contacted from a new number and invited to join another group, with operators claiming that the previous group had been banned due to social media platform restrictions.
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Tonbo Imaging shares make stellar market debut; jump 66%
The stock made its debut at Rs 1,162 apiece, registering a premium of 66% from the issue price on the BSE.
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India’s smartphone shipments collapsed to a decade low during Q3 2026
During Q3, 2026, Samsung became the top smartphone brand in India, followed by Vivo and Oppo
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Elon Musk's political baggage clouds prospects for SpaceX-Tesla deal
Tesla’s reliance on production from Shanghai already gives China considerable leverage over Musk’s business empire
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How AI Is democratising creativity, according to Canva India’s Chandrika Deb
At TechSparks 2026, Canva India’s Chandrika Deb discussed how AI is democratising creativity, reshaping workplace collaboration and making creative tools more accessible.
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Bose Takes Over Skullcandy, Plans to Invest in Brand’s Growth
Bose has purchased Skullcandy from a fund managed by Mill Road Capital Management, adding the audio brand to its Premium Consumer Audio business. Skullcandy will retain its identity and headquarters in Park City, Utah, while gaining access to Bose's technology
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New Study Of Westminster Sarcophagus: Roman coffin holds medieval abbot; identity still debated
Excavations at Westminster Abbey have unveiled a medieval abbot's remains within an ancient Roman coffin, dated to the time between AD 987 and 1052. Notable candidates for the identity of this abbot include Ælfwig and Wulfnoth, who once steered the Westminster
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Read more A ferocious El Niño is brewing thanks to record Pacific heat
Since the modern era of instrumental records began, there have only been three very strong El Niño events, in 2015-16, 1997-98, and 1982-83, with the three-month averages of the temperature anomaly being 2.6°, 2.4°, and 2.1°C, respectively. The 2026-27 El Niño
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Collisions Fall After Wildlife Overpass: I-25 crossings cut crashes by up to 91%; Colorado plans six more
A network of wildlife crossings in Colorado has reduced collisions along Interstate 25 by approximately 85 percent. This system includes fencing, underpasses, and an overpass which opened in December 2025. Recent studies show a significant decline in wildlife-
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After 2005 rat removal, three seabird species on a Pacific island grew up to tenfold over decades
The successful eradication of invasive rodents in 2005 has greatly influenced seabird populations on Surprise Island. Researchers closely monitored seven seabird species to document their recovery post-eradication. While some species thrived quickly, others ne
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Roe 8 Corridor Rehabilitation: 200,000 plants and 97 species return; ecosystem only 30% restored
Almost ten years post the controversial Roe 8 highway initiative, Western Australia is witnessing a promising wave of ecological recovery. Recent studies have reported a remarkable resurgence of local wildlife and native plant life. Rehabilitation efforts, whi
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Amazon loses 240 million acres of forest, risking rainfall disruption
According to a recent report, the Amazon has lost 97 million hectares of primary forest by 2025. Most forest loss is attributed to human activity, particularly land clearing and fires. The disruptions to moisture pathways during dry seasons raise critical conc
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Explained: What do the National Medical Commission’s new guidelines say about advertising in medicine?
Claims of “guaranteed cures”, “100% success” or being the “best” are barred. Hospitals may publish factual details of services, charges, accreditation and doctors’ credentials. However, the current guidelines appear to treat commercialisation itself as a probl
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Fanny Angelina Hesse: the woman who changed microbiology with a kitchen jelly
No one imagined that a domestic ingredient could resolve a foundational problem. Fanny Angelina Hesse’s suggestion to replace gelatin with agar, changed the course of microbiology
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Think pink salt, table salt, and rock salt are healthier options? Here’s what you should know about their iodine content
Planning to switch from table salt to pink salt or rock salt? Here’s what you need to know about each's iodine content.
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Doctor explains how modern work habits affect metabolic health and changes to make
Focusing on work often forces one to cut corners with maintaining healthy habits like getting enough movement and eating on time, cautions Dr Niraj Kumar.
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Remembering Rosalind Franklin, whose photograph was crucial to discovering DNA’s structure
When the Nobel Prize for Physiology in 1962 was announced, the names on that list were Watson and Crick, shared with Wilkins. It was decades before Franklin’s true role in this path-breaking discovery came to be known to the world
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Festive hair prep: 5 products to add to your routine before the celebrations begin
Get your hair holiday-ready with these five essential products for cleansing, nourishing, and styling, ensuring you shine during the festive celebrations.
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'I don’t play this game to prove anyone wrong': Samson after India's 1st T20I win
Sanju Samson says he focuses on his game and trusts his process rather than trying to silence critics. His comments came after India chased 230 against New Zealand to record their highest-ever successful T20I run chase. Samson scored 67 off 33 balls, while Nam
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Read more Brook joins Chris Gayle in an exclusive club with unique triple-format record
Harry Brook became the first English player to score an ODI double-century, amassing 202 runs in the match. His performance included hitting 21 fours and 10 sixes, achieving the fastest double-century in men's ODI history. Despite Brook's remarkable innings, S
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Shikhar Mohan in India A squad for last two four-dayers against New Zealand A
Shikhar Mohan will replace KL Rahul, who will only play the first four-day match before linking up with the India ODI team
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WWE Reportedly Prepares For Crown Jewel With Two TV Shows In One Night Before Saudi Arabia Event
WWE's plans ahead of Crown Jewel have been revealed, with RAW and SmackDown set for a double taping in Brooklyn on November 2. Roman Reigns vs. Sami Zayn and Liv Morgan vs. Chelsea Green are confirmed for the November 7 event in Riyadh.
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Is Kai Cenat Single? Streamer Denies Having A Girlfriend As Dating Rumors With Gigi Surface Online
Kai Cenat denied having a girlfriend while streaming in Tokyo and blamed Ray for looking for one, as fans claim his ex Gigi was seen with him in Japan.
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Sanju Samson's Big Verdict On India Star, Praises His Rescue Act In 1st T20I vs New Zealand
While Samson's blistering 33-ball 67 anchored India's top order and set the platform for a daunting chase, a middle-order collapse threatened to derail the visitors' pursuit before Naman Dhir's explosive unbeaten 42 off just 15 balls sealed a thrilling four-wi
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Ryan Gosling revives band Dead Man's Bones after 17 years, to release new music on Oct 27
Ryan Gosling revives band Dead Man's Bones after 17 years, to release new music on Oct 27
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‘418’: Prashanth Neel-presented Telugu horror thriller Twitter review
The Telugu horror thriller '418', under the direction of Kirtan Nadagouda, has sparked a variety of responses since its theatrical release. Viewers commend its gripping sound design and eerie atmosphere, yet many find fault with its screenplay and pacing. Cent
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Goan food and history come together in this immersive theater performance by PaChaak Productions
Goa is a Bebinca will be staged in Bengaluru. It is an immersive theatre production by PaChaak and serves traditional Goan food along with the enactment of a family drama
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Tiger Shroff firing incident: Alleged burn marks video goes viral
Tiger Shroff’s gunpowder burn marks surfaced in a fan page video after the October 18 firing outside a football ground, and his mother Ayesha verified the clip. Three alleged shooters were arrested, and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang reportedly claimed responsibili
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When Prabhas opened up about family’s financial crisis
Prabhas, a major figure in Indian cinema, reflects on his childhood shyness and family financial difficulties. He considers the time when his father and uncle left the film industry as pivotal. Despite being initially reluctant about acting, he later pursued i
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'Ramayana' trailer debuts at Times Square, draws applause from fans- WATCH
Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film 'Ramayana' has gained significant attention, with its trailer now playing in Times Square. The film features leading actors such as Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, among others. Reports suggest that the Hindi version may be
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