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Attire is a citizens choice: Kerala HC backs school headmistress over attire row

Court was considering a petition by headmistress of a Kollam school seeking to disqualify school manager for allegedly denying her entry for wear

Celebrating Navratri: Notable Temples of Goddess Durga in Uttar Pradesh

Explore the revered temples of Goddess Durga in Uttar Pradesh, attracting devotees during the Navratri festival. Celebrating Navratri: Notable Te

Sean Diddy Combs moved to a new prison after reports of a luxury lifestyle behind bars

Combs is serving a four-year, two-month sentence for his conviction last year on prostitution-related charges for transporting people across stat

Money Bags favoured for Mysore Dasara Sprint Championship

Neha Bora released, Abhijeet Dipke to be produced before SEM court: Delhi Police

Both were taken into preventive custody ahead of the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest march at Connaught Place in New Delhi on Oct. 16

Letters to The Editor October 9, 2026

Kurdish PKK group says Turkish state not doing enough to pursue peace process

We have withdrawn all our armed forces, both within and outside of Turkiye, that could be considered near the border, the PKK said, adding that t

Fighting for our future: France high school students vow no let-up

Students have blocked entrances to hundreds of high schools across the country, with squads of riot police deployed to control the situation occ

Dipke Under Preventive Arrest, Neha Bora Released

Bora was released after completing formalities related to her detention under Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act

India vs West Indies second T20I: Men in Blue hope to extend winning run at Ranchi

Shreyas & Co. cant take things lightly against a power-packed West Indies batting line-up; the bowling, though, remains a big worry for the visit

National Open: Hoblidharreturns;Kuldeepvaults to a new meet record

Two Kochi-Riyadh flights cancelled over security concerns

Akasa Air and Saudia flights from Kochi cancelled amid reported disruptions at Riyadh airport

Life insurers new business premium rose 21% in Sept to 48,780 crore

In the non-life insurance segment, gross direct premium underwritten rose 6.12% for September to 32,951.16 crore

Windies need to avoid losing wickets in clusters, says Rampaul

The bowling coach admits that the attack still lacks international experience

India Cements surges on inking pact to acquire 3.62% stake in Zenataris Renewable Energy

Mumbai, October 17 (Udaipur Kiran): The India Cements is currently trading at Rs. 303.35, up by 6.15 points or 2.07% from its previous closing of

How Jantar Mantar agitation disrupted Delhis travel lifeline on 9 days this year

Starlink Responds to Reliance, Says Ready to Bring High-Speed Internet to India

The remarks came in response to Reliance Industries' statement on Friday welcoming competition in India's satellite communications sector

Jailer 2 Day 2 Box Office Collection: Rajinikanth's film maintains strong run, crosses Rs 200 crore worldwide

Rajinikanth's much-anticipated Tamil action film Jailer 2 continues its strong run at the box office, both in India and overseas. The film has cr

Rail Vikas Nigam shines on signing MoU with Damodar Valley Corporation

Mumbai, October 17 (Udaipur Kiran): Rail Vikas Nigam is currently trading at Rs. 200.60, up by 4.10 points or 2.09% from its previous closing of

Jio Financial Services falls on reporting 51% decline in Q2 consolidated net profit

Mumbai, October 17 (Udaipur Kiran): JIO Financial Services is currently trading at Rs. 216.60, down by 2.15 points or 0.98% from its previous clo

Fast-Growing Wildfires Engulf California Mansions

The fast-moving blaze prompted widespread evacuation orders as multiple helicopters vied to douse the flames

Morning Digest: Farmers to march to Delhi demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation; White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia let go just days into role, and more

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Trump Backs Netanyahus Saudi Offer, Urges MBS To Join Hands With Israel Against Houthis | Watch

Donald Trump says Saudi Arabia should accept Israels offer to help fight Yemens Houthi rebels. The remarks come after Israeli Prime Minister Benj

Houthis Unleash Missiles, Drones On Saudi Arabia; Riyadh Intercepts Attacks

Saudi Arabia says its air defences intercepted three drones, two cruise missiles and a ballistic missile amid a fresh wave of Houthi attacks targ

6,500 Sq Km Seized! Putin Declares Russian Gains, Vows Border Security Regardless Of Peace Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has outlined Moscows latest battlefield claims in Ukraine, asserting that Russian forces have captured around 6,

Paramount and Warner Bros merge to become one Hollywood giant, Skydance

The merger brings two of America's oldest moviemaking studios together under the helm of billionaire David Ellison and Ynon Kreiz, in a move that

Trump suspends certain Russia sanctions, tariffs under Lindsey Graham Act; reserves right to restore them

US President Donald Trump has waived the application of certain sanctions, restrictions and duties on Russia under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanction

Dipke held under preventive detention, to be produced before court; Neha Bora released

Daily Quiz | On Che Guevara

On this day in 1967, Che Guevara was captured in a Bolivian ravine: a quiz on the asthmatic medical student who became the most recognisable face

Katie Zacharia to Leave White House Press Secretary Role After Rocky Start

Zacharia had come under immediate scrutiny when she appeared uncomfortable during her inaugural briefing on Tuesday, delivering halting remarks t

Kanniyakumari tops State in e-Sevai revenue certificate application disposal for two consecutive months

Rupee falls 13 paise to close at 96.88 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said the rupee is under pressure amid persistent macroeconomic headwinds, including global dollar strength (DXY trading near multi-

Abhijeet Dipke under preventive detention, to be produced before court; Neha Bora released

Abhijeet Dipke under preventive detention, to be produced before court; Neha Bora released More to follow...

Car falls into sinkhole as road caves in near Chennais Tidel Park

Apple names Meta veteran Scott Tucker as litigation chief in legal team shake-up

Apple has hired former Meta litigation chief Scott Tucker as vice president of global litigation and financial services, strengthening its legal

Best of Opinion: India must bring its brightest minds home, like China did

Today's columns examine India's failure to use its skilled diaspora, succession challenges in family businesses, Rahul Gandhi's political strateg

Yemens Houthis say struck Riyadh airport, other Saudi sites

The fighting in Yemen has become the most active front in the West Asia war in recent weeks, displacing more than 1,84,000 people, the United Nat

Delhi HC agrees to hear Indian Youth Congresss plea seeking permission to protest at Jantar Mantar on October 9

The plea was mentioned for urgent listing before a bench of Acting Chief Justice Nitin Wasudeo Sambre and Justice Sanjay Sharma on October 8

Finding Khalistan: How a Fringe Separatist Fantasy Is Poisoning the Sikh Image Worldwide

Two years after pro-Khalistan radicals stormed the Sabha Mandir in Brampton, attacking devotees with The post Finding Khalistan: How a Fringe Sep

Congress: Never hid aim of toppling govt through democratic means

America First, But at Whose Expense?

Washingtons H-1B crackdown may appeal to domestic political sentiment, but in attempting to protect The post America First, But at Whose Expense?

Navratri 2026 Day 7: Which Colour To Wear Today? Check Colour, Goddess And Significance

The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Kalaratri. She is regarded as one of the Goddess's fiercest manifestations and is associated with

A window into Japan: From anime to dance, Indian & Japanese culture share a stage in Hyderabad

ISL's YouTube gamble pays off early, but the bigger test is still to come

ISL's YouTube gamble pays off early, but the bigger test is still to come

SPO missing with his rifle found dead in J&Ks Kishtwar

Baseball-Experts divided on whether Dodgers' sweep shifts MLB salary cap fight

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Centre deviating from assurances, say Ladakh groups

J&K outcry & probe after senior IAS abuses woman junior

US lawmakers seek federal action after thwarted attack on Illinois Hindu temple

US lawmakers seek federal action after thwarted attack on Illinois Hindu temple

'Ranabaali' box office collection day 1: Film earns Rs 16.50 cr worldwide

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's film 'Ranabaali' was released in theaters on October 16, 2026. The film collected Rs 16.50 cr worldwide

Higher duties at lower pay amount to workplace exploitation, says J&K HC

Anant Singh claims nobody can question his loyalty to Nitish Kumar

Mr. Singh issued the statement against the backdrop of his boycott to JD(U) candidate Neera Kumar Singh contesting from Patna graduates constitue

US budget deficit rises to nearly $2 trillion in 2026, highest in five years

Record federal outlays and rising debt servicing costs weighed on US finances, while tariff refunds and higher defence spending added pressure

'Been more than 10 hours': CJP claims Abhijeet Dipke 'kidnapped' by Delhi Police

Families demand justice after Pakistan school collapse

Parents are demanding accountability after a school roof collapse in Pakistan's Peshawar killed 34 children. Families demand justice after Pakist

Italy probes Israels Katz over abuse, sexual assault of flotilla activists

Rome prosecutors also name 12 senior military, police and prison officials over alleged abuse of detained activists. Italy probes Israels Katz ov

Leeds vs Manchester United: Premier League teams, prediction, lineups

Manchester United are mired in poor form - and Lisandro Martinez's meltdown - now they face on-the-up rivals Leeds. Leeds vs Manchester United: P

Albanian PM blames foreign hands for unrest as student protests intensify

Riot police clash with protesters for fourth day, as young Albanians protest corruption and poor university conditions Albanian PM blames foreign

Trump administration plans to charge international students $70,000 for work authorisation

Under the proposal, nonimmigrant students with F-1 visas would be required to pay $70,000 to a certified institution for on-the-job training, kno

Why do we suddenly forget why we walked into a room?

Man Arrested For Killing Associate Over Rs 10,000 Debt In Uttarakhand

The accused, Sunil Kumar, allegedly attacked Sumit Kumar, a resident of Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district, with a bamboo stick on Thursday followin

Kharge writes to PM Modi: Call all-party meet on delimitation bill

Govt ropes in aided, private teachers, PSU staff for Census work

FC Raengdai to lock horns with NEROCA FC in Manipur Police Football Cup final

FC Raengdai defeated KRYPHSA, Naoremthong 2 0 in the second semi final match of the 1st Manipur Police Football Cup 2026 at the Lamlong Artificia

Chandel 2nd Divn Football Chandonpokpi YC, New Wangparal YC win to complete semi final line up

Chandonpokpi YC and New Wangparal YC registered quarterfinal victories to complete the semi final line up of the DC Chandel Trophy 2nd Division F

Kakching 1st Divn League UBSA thrash DYA 3 0 to finish runners up behind YGC

UBSA, Mantak cruised to a comfortable 3 0 victory over DYA, Elangkhanpokpi to claim the runners up title in the 7 team 22nd KK Memorial 1st Divis

MU Inter College Basketball Tournament Thoubal College, MU seal men and women

Thoubal College and Manipur University emerged as the men and women

Trump mocks popularity of the name Mohammad, common among Muslims

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The journey from a promising partnership to a world-class combination for Manush and Diya

For Indian table tennis, it was the fourth medal at the Asian Games and ensured that the sport had a podium finish for a third consecutive time

US Stock Market today: Why have S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones suffered biggest drops since June? Top, worst performing stocks at Wall Street

US Stock Market: Energy stocks held up better than most. Exxon rose 2.5 per cent and Chevron added 2.6 per cent. Alcoa rose 2.5 per cent and The

Brent crude hits $110 a barrel for first time since May as supply concerns mount

Diesel and gasoline futures also climbed as traders assessed geopolitical risks, disrupted energy infrastructure and limited prospects for immedi

Scientists uncover mystery of how snail shells coil to the right or to the left

Scientists have discovered a gene that determines whether Japanese snails develop shells that are left- or right-coiling

Rabbits were a medieval royal luxury in England

The European rabbit is a common sight in the British countryside today. Yet it was not always so. They are not native to the British Isles and ar

Serum Institutes HPV vaccine Cervavac receives WHO prequalification

Inclusion on the WHO list allows Cervavac to be procured by U.N. agencies. The vaccine targets four HPV types and is indicated for girls and boys

As GST Council meets, tax experts say reforms must move beyond rates to processes and compliance

The GST Council will meet in New Delhi on October 8 for the first time after its meeting on September 3-4, 2025.

Increasing tiger attacks on cattle spark protest in Keralams Munnar

By our estimate, nearly 25 tigers, including cubs, are roaming the plantation belt in Munnar, posing a direct threat to humans and livestock, say

Verizon Will Charge

Verizon plans to charge customers $10 per month for the iPhone Handoff feature that Apple added in iOS 27 . iPhone Handoff allows one phone numbe

Travis And Jason Kelce Strike $20 Million Deal As Garage Beer Eyes Expansion

Travis and Jason Kelces Garage Beer has secured a $20 million credit facility from Tiger Finance to support product expansion and plans to enter

Eknath Shinde accuses opposition of spreading false narratives after three electoral defeats

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ISRO completes Gaganyaan separation tests ahead of first uncrewed mission in 2026

The tests assessed module separation, umbilical disconnections and the ability of critical Crew Module systems to withstand shocks during separat

Hyderabad Set For Pickleball League

The playoffs are scheduled for December 5, followed by the championship final on December 12.

For global trades sake, hope our US deal is inked soon: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman expressed optimism regarding the speedy conclusion of the India-US trade agreement during her recent interaction. She highligh

18 Riders Make The Cut For Equestrian Nationals

Over the two days of competition, 58 starts produced 18 qualifications towards the Junior National Equestrian Championships.

Mighty Marathas And Kakatiya Knights Seal Top Two Spots In Archery Premier League

Chiefs win puts Royals chances of defending their title under threat as they remain on 8 points with only one match left to play.

Best NFL Offseason Moves Of 2026: Signings And Trades Already Transforming The League

Mike Evans and Kenneth Walker III have delivered immediate results, while defensive additions are helping reshape Cincinnati and Los Angeles.

Apple resets factory settings for iPhone 17: Price-conscious buyers pause purchases as Pro models gain ground

Apple is cutting production of the standard iPhone 17 for the Indian market following a more than 20% price increase, as demand weakens despite s

Jaylen Brown Net Worth 2026: NBA Salary, $285 Million Contract and Endorsements

Jaylen Browns estimated $80 million net worth reflects his NBA salary, $285.4 million supermax contract, endorsement deals, and 741 footwear bran

Carolina Hurricanes Receive Seth Jarvis Boost As Taylor Hall Injury Timeline Emerges

Seth Jarvis will travel with Carolina but still needs clearance to play, while Taylor Hall is week to week after suffering an upper-body injury a

Hyderabad Mens And Womens Teams Win In Under-19 Cricket

Hyderabad U-19 women edged Madhya Pradesh in a closely contested, low-scoring encounter at Trivandrum, defending a total of 113 to win by six run

Tommy McMillen Targets UFC 335 As Luke Riley Matchup Intrigues

Tommy McMillen hopes to fight again in December, while Luke Riley has welcomed a potential matchup. No bout between the unbeaten featherweights h