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'Don't be spectator, show leadership': EAM Jaishankar to UN on terrorism, global crises
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India slams Pakistan at UN, says military remains country’s ‘real rulers’
Questioning Islamabad’s record on protecting minority rights even as it sought to criticise India at the UN, Mr. Puri underlined that it is well-documented that Pakistan’s minorities have shrunk dramatically since its independence
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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay condoles death of Chef Dhamu
Chef Dhamodharan, a recipient of Padma Shri, set a Guinness World Record in 2010 for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.
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Another worker succumbs to injuries in Vellore; cracker unit owner arrested
Collector P.S. Leela Alex handed over ₹4 lakh ex-gratia from Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund to family members of the deceased workers
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Times of India
From 14 medals to 114: How India achieved more with fewer athletes at Asian Para Games
India fielded 167 athletes — 111 men and 56 women — across 11 sports at Aichi-Nagoya. That was considerably fewer than the 309 athletes listed for the Hangzhou campaign in 2023, yet the team surpassed its previous best by six medals.
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India slams Pakistan at UN, says military remains country’s ‘real rulers’
Questioning Islamabad’s record on protecting minority rights even as it sought to criticise India at the UN, Mr. Puri underlined that it is well-documented that Pakistan’s minorities have shrunk dramatically since its independence
The Hindu
Read more Tamil Nadu CM Vijay condoles death of Chef Dhamu
Chef Dhamodharan, a recipient of Padma Shri, set a Guinness World Record in 2010 for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.
The Hindu
Another worker succumbs to injuries in Vellore; cracker unit owner arrested
Collector P.S. Leela Alex handed over ₹4 lakh ex-gratia from Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund to family members of the deceased workers
The Hindu
Tension In Hyderabad After Egg Allegedly Thrown During Durga Idol Procession
Police are examining the CCTV footage to establish the sequence of events and identify anyone else who may have been involved.
NDTV
Andhra braces for very severe cyclonic storm; Odisha activates disaster mitigation machinery | LIVE
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places in Tamil Nadu's Chennai, northern, delta and western districts
The Hindu
Andhra CM alerts officials about the cyclone in Bay of Bengal
He called for completion of 36 priority irrigation as per schedule
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Times of India
Pakistan-Iran Trade Resumes: Key border crossing reopens after attack; LPG relief expected
Following a week-long closure due to security threats, Pakistan has reopened the Gabd-Rimdan border crossing with Iran. This pivotal reopening facilitates the flow of commercial goods that had been halted, leading to concerns regarding the availability of LPG
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$4.2 Billion Investment, 2,00,000 Cars A Year: Trump On Audi's Big US Plan
Audi, which is a unit of Volkswagen, said in its release that construction was scheduled to begin next year and production in the early 2030s.
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Times of India
Who is Gadi Eisenkot? Ex-army chief of Israel is Netanyahu's biggest challenger in PM race
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What is the importance of the UN Loss and Damage Fund’s payout to Nepal? | Explained
As of March 15, 2026, 27 countries had pledged $822.06 million (approx. ₹7,809.6 crore), with $629.70 million (₹5,982 crore) in grant contributions
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Gadi Eisenkot | Netanyahu’s challenger
Yashar’s leader vows to end Netanyahu’s rule, put an end to endless wars and remove Hamas from power in Gaza, but opposes the creation of a Palestinian state
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Times of India
Luxury Condo Deposits At Risk: buyers fight for refunds as foreclosure looms; branding future uncertain
Nilesh Undavia and other buyers are struggling to receive their deposits for unfinished luxury condos in Boca Raton. The Mandarin Oriental Residences project has faced significant construction delays, impacting buyers' financial investments. A $417.7 million f
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NDTV Profit
Fauzi Teaser Controversy: 'What A Mockery Of Netaji,' Internet Slams Prabhas Film
The 2-minute-and-31-second teaser offers a glimpse into Prabhas' character, who appears to be a soldier from Kolkata willing to go to any lengths to protect his motherland.
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Read more Scientists Develop Albumin-Based System To Produce Anticancer Compounds Inside Tumour Cells
Scientists have developed an experimental system that uses carbon monoxide produced by cancer cells to synthesise potential anticancer drugs. Early laboratory tests showed modest selectivity, but further research is needed before clinical use.
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Deepinder Goyal’s Temple Wearable To Cost Rs 85,000, Pre Orders Open On November 1
Deepinder Goyal’s brain monitoring wearable, Temple, is listed at Rs 85,000 in early access invitations, including a lifetime subscription. Pre orders for the first batch are scheduled to open on November 1, 2026.
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19 For 19: Wall Street's Favourite Election Stat Meets A Fed That Has Barely Started
Measured from the close on each midterm election day, the S&P 500 rose by an average of 15.1% over the next 12 months. But here's the rally may not hold this year.
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Which Bank is Best for a Zero-Balance Savings Account? 5 Things to Compare Before Opening One
Zero-balance savings accounts offer flexibility without minimum balance requirements but may include fees for cards and transactions. IDFC FIRST Bank's Quantum+ stands out with up to 7% interest.
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Who is Luis Davila? Google appoints former Schneider executive to lead strategic communications for sustainability
Luis Davila will lead Google’s strategic sustainability communications after roles at Schneider Electric, Amazon and the UNFCCC. The move comes amid backlash over AI data centers, whose energy and water demands have raised concerns about pressure on local supp
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Gadgets 360
How to Free Up Space on Your Android Phone
Running out of storage on your Android smartphone will limit many capabilities of your handset. It will stop you from downloading new apps, capturing new photos and videos and downloading movies. Here are some ways to free up storage space on your Android smar
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What will it take for India’s fintech infrastructure to go global?
At TechSparks 2026, Movin Jain of Skydo and Srijon Biswas of PhonePe discussed building payments infrastructure at scale, the challenges of cross-border transactions, and how AI could change business operations.
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Beyond transactions: How PhonePe and Razorpay are using AI to improve digital payments
At TechSparks 2026, Deep Agrawal of PhonePe and Khilan Haria of Razorpay discussed how contextual payments and AI can improve customer experiences, make financial services more accessible, and help small businesses grow.
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Art and design: how this award-winning Bengaluru airport elevates passenger experience
As an eco-conscious terminal designed with lush garden-themed architecture, Terminal 2 at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport has won much acclaim. This year, it was recognised among the Top 5 globally in the Skytrax rankings for World’s Best Art in t
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Workflow, ecosystems, AI: Test your business creativity with Edition 255 of our weekly quiz!
This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 255th quiz. Ready?
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Gadgets 360
Best Earbuds Under Rs 20,000 in India From JBL, Samsung, Apple, Sony and Sennheiser
Wireless earbuds under Rs. 20,000 now offer features such as active noise cancellation, spatial audio, high-resolution audio support and multipoint connectivity. This roundup covers five options from JBL, Samsung, Sennheiser, Apple and Sony, with different app
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Hindustan Times
AI models may not be so opaque after all
A glimmer of hope for those worried about AI safety
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Read more Invasive Garlic mustard spreads across 37 US states and six Canadian provinces
Times of India
Feral dogs ‘a major threat’ to vultures in Thar desert, study finds
Vultures spend half as long on carcasses at an open dump site than at dog-free enclosures, the scientists observed
The Hindu
Scientists tracked 142 Burmese pythons for 20 years; only four expelled transmitters
Scientists tracked 142 adult Burmese pythons in southern Florida over 20 years using implanted radio transmitters. Out of 305 transmitters, only four were expelled, all from pregnant females, indicating a low expulsion rate. The study found no transmitter-rela
Times of India
Solar storm delayed a train by 16 minutes in 1848, not 1841: How scientists solved a 155-year-old mystery
A fascinating correction has emerged from the archives concerning a train delay in Exeter. Initially reported incorrectly, researchers have clarified that the incident actually transpired on October 18, 1848. This revelation was achieved through the analysis o
Times of India
Starshield | The non-state sovereigns
Elon Musk limited Ukraine’s access to the military-grade network of Starlink after Trum pcriticised Kyiv’s strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure
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Health
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Hindustan Times
Say goodbye to frizz: 5 secrets for managing humid hair that hair experts won't tell you
How to manage frizzy hair in humid weather? Expert tips, plant-based products, and simple habits to keep strands smooth and healthy all season long.
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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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Early Alzheimer’s, cancer research paper mills and treatment access | Health Wrap 56
In the 56th episode of Health Wrap by The Hindu, Ramya Kannan, Health Editor, The Hindu, and Zubeda Hamid, Senior Assistant Editor, The Hindu, discuss health issues that highlight the importance of early diagnosis, reliable scientific evidence and access to tr
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Panel formed to probe spurious liquor death claims in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas; report in 15 days
Some villagers have claimed that at least 10 persons died after consuming spurious liquor in Dewas district between September 27 and October 16
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Back pain: Lancet review calls for clinical assessment over routine scans
Guidelines favour patient education, physical activity and exercise, with imaging reserved for cases where serious disease is suspected, say doctors
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Hindustan Times
Can Ayurveda treat ovarian cysts? Expert explains root-cause approach
Explore Ayurveda's holistic approach to treating ovarian cysts through detoxification, herbal management, and lifestyle changes for lasting results.
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Times of India
'Not once have people really mentioned Kuhnemann': Khawaja
Usman Khawaja has urged Australia to consider left-arm spinner Matt Kuhnemann for the final Test against South Africa, citing the hosts’ right-handed batting lineup. Australia lost the previous match by an innings and 31 runs after omitting Nathan Lyon. Khawaj
Times of India
Read more From 14 medals to 114: How India achieved more with fewer athletes at Asian Para Games
India fielded 167 athletes — 111 men and 56 women — across 11 sports at Aichi-Nagoya. That was considerably fewer than the 309 athletes listed for the Hangzhou campaign in 2023, yet the team surpassed its previous best by six medals.
Times of India
Gautam Gambhir And Co Questioned Over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's No. 3 Role: "Where Is He At His Best?"
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi played at the No. 3 spot for India in the 2nd T20I against New Zealand but the move backfired as he only scored 4 runs off 8 balls.
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Padikkal and Sai Sudharsan fight for India A after Jaiswal and Rahul fail again
New Zealand A are still ahead by 98 runs and will start the third day hoping for another strong bowling show to wrap up the match
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Ferguson to skip third T20I, Henry to sit out remainder of series
Kyle Jamieson will leave T20I squad after third game, and Blair Tickner will join the squad for the last three games
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'Both games we could easily have been on the winning side': NZ head coach Walter
New Zealand head coach Rob Walter believes his team has been competitive against India despite losing the first two T20Is, blaming missed opportunities and crucial errors for the defeats. He praised the batting recovery to 180 after an early collapse and laude
Times of India
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Times of India
‘Itlu Arjuna’ starring Anish and Anaswara Rajan postponed; new release date awaited
The highly anticipated Telugu romantic drama 'Itlu Arjuna' has had its release date altered, now delayed from the originally intended mark of October 30, 2026. This adjustment comes as part of a broader reshuffling in the film release schedule. Fans can expect
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Quentin Tarantino screens 17 minutes of ‘The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth’ before release
At the AFI Fest, Quentin Tarantino caught fans off guard by revealing the initial 17 minutes of 'The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth' at Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theatre. Tarantino held an engaging Q&A afterward, discussing themes and character arcs of th
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Trivikram says Venkatesh’s ‘Adarsha Kutumbam’ blends crime comedy and black comedy
Trivikram Srinivas recently revealed intriguing insights about his highly anticipated film 'Adarsha Kutumbam' during a promotional event. With Venkatesh Daggubati in the lead, the narrative delves into the realms of crime and black comedy. Music maestro Thaman
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Hindustan Times
Amitabh Bachchan’s Diwali confession on KBC leaves Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi in split
Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Ravi Dubey appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati to promote Ramayana.
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Times of India
'Ramayana' song 'Mangal Rang' OUT in five languages
The newly released song 'Mangal Rang' beautifully encapsulates the sacred connection between Lord Rama and Maa Sita. Composed by the renowned A. R. Rahman, this enchanting track is offered in five diverse Indian languages. Featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Palla
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Freida says films now embrace imperfect women
Freida Pinto says Indian film and TV now show women with complexities, not just “duty-bound or puritanical” ones, since her 2008 Slumdog Millionaire debut. Featured in the 2027 Pirelli Calendar with eight other Indian women, she praised photographer Sundsbo’s
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