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• new'Opposes BJP by lineage': BJP MLA's swipe at Naseeruddin Shah over SRFTI row
  
  - 35 mins ago 24 Oct 26, 9:30pm -
• newBFI power struggle deepens ahead of October 28 meeting; Boxing fraternity calls for unity
  Indian boxing is currently undergoing administrative disputes amid a potential no-confidence motion against president Ajay Singh. Key figures in boxing are urging for stability and accountability to protect the sport's growth. An ad-hoc committee has been formed in Jharkhand to address the local association's election issues. BFI secretary general Pramod Kumar has proposed the no-confidence motion to be considered soon.
  - 46 mins ago 24 Oct 26, 9:19pm -
• new'Act of treason': BJP guns for Farooq Abdullah over 'Pak protecting Kashmiris' remark
  In recent developments, BJP leaders have taken strong issue with Farooq Abdullah's comments regarding Pakistan's alleged support for Kashmiris. Abdullah, speaking at a workers' gathering, cast doubt on the central government's approach to Jammu and Kashmir, raising questions about India's commitment to justice. In response, BJP representatives charged him with treason, claiming his remarks weaken India's stance on the issue.
  - 48 mins ago 24 Oct 26, 9:17pm -
• newInstagram photos of giant water lilies in Colombia lead researchers to new species
  Researchers have unearthed an astonishing new species of giant water lily, named Victoria Colombiana, in Colombia, thanks to a viral Instagram post that sparked further investigation through satellite imagery. A collaborative five-day expedition involving scientists and Indigenous communities revealed just a handful of specimens, making their identification a challenge. In light of environmental threats, concerted conservation efforts are now in motion to safeguard this rare botanical treasure.
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• new'US will try to seize island': Iran says attack likely before Israeli polls on Oct 27
  
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• new‘Sri Lanka, Bangladesh happen when protests are not allowed’: Sonam Wangchuk
  
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• new'Islamabad arming Afghans to fight anti-Pak insurgents': Ex-US envoy sounds alarm
  
  - 1 hour ago 24 Oct 26, 8:38pm -
• newUS midterms: At Florida rally, Trump vows action against Cuba after Iran war
  
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• newNew York court orders husband's loan repaid from joint home's sale proceeds
  In a significant ruling, a New York appeals court has set guidelines for managing debts tied to a marital home amid divorce. The judges determined that a husband can recoup his home equity loan debt from proceeds of a jointly owned house. This arose from a loan secured against his separate property, and the court ruled that debts incurred for marital assets are communal liabilities.
  - 2 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 8:25pm -
• newKerala Blasters get Kochi stadium for ISL home matches at Rs 3.5 lakh per game
  The stadium is owned by the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA).
  - 2 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 8:25pm -
• newMark Wahlberg bought Vegas land for $15.6m, sold it for $17.25m in 2024
  Mark Wahlberg's 2022 investment of $15.6 million in 2.5 acres in Las Vegas aimed to house a family home and studio, yet no construction took place, leading to a delay in permits. After two and a half years, he sold the land for $17.25 million, netting a profit of $1.65 million while also engaging in other local property transactions.
  - 2 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 8:25pm -
• newCong to launch door-to-door campaign, hold marches over voter list 'discrepancies'
  Congress aims to register all eligible citizens by the end of December through an extensive campaign. The campaign will include marches, pamphlet distribution, and awareness meetings in both urban and rural areas. Booth-level agents will be appointed to help verify the accuracy of voter lists and report discrepancies. Allegations have arisen regarding significant irregularities affecting millions of voters across the country.
  - 2 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 8:15pm -
• newDefence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh gets one-year extension
  
  - 2 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 7:39pm -
• newKamala Harris returns to campaign trail for US midterms amid speculation over 2028 presidential bid
  
  - 3 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 7:29pm -
• newFlorida farm grew from 3 rescued cows to 180+ animals across 420 acres
  Erin and Chris Amerman acquired a 210-acre farm in 2015 and established Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary. They expanded their efforts to include a 200-acre ranch named Critter Hills in 2019. The sanctuary now shelters over 180 cows along with various other animals requiring care. Monthly tours and events aim to promote compassion for all animals. Their work emphasizes the need for space and resources to continue animal rescue efforts.
  - 3 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 7:14pm -

• new45 paise for Rs 10L cover: Rlys extends insurance to counter tickets from Oct 27
  Starting October 27, Indian Railways will provide travelers the option to include an Optional Travel Insurance Scheme with their reservation ticket purchases. For a nominal fee of just 45 paise, passengers gain crucial coverage for accident-related incidents. The insurance offers various payout options tailored to medical and logistical emergencies. Reservation staff will be responsible for informing ticket buyers about this crucial add-on before finalizing bookings.
  - 3 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 7:05pm -
• newAmit Shah visits Delhi Police HQ amid law and order concerns in Capital
  
  - 3 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 6:55pm -
• newTilak Varma reveals Gambhir's message that inspired him during thrilling chase
  Tilak Varma shone brightly with an unbeaten 51 runs, leading India to a thrilling victory over New Zealand. Inspired by encouraging words from coaches Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak, he anchored the innings in a tense chase, with Nitish Kumar Reddy supporting him with a vital 26 runs. India's last-ball triumph secured a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20I series, highlighting their impressive form.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 6:33pm -
• newPolio's last strongholds: Why Pakistan and Afghanistan can’t defeat the virus
  The vaccine works. So why is wild polio still spreading in just two countries and what can India’s own victory teach us?
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 6:27pm -
• newJD(U) expels Anant Singh for 6 years over 'anti-party activities'
  Janata Dal (United) expelled Mokama MLA Anant Kumar Singh and former MLA Neelam Devi for misconduct. The expulsion was due to Singh’s campaign against the party’s official candidate in legislative elections. Reports indicate that Singh openly supported a rival candidate, contrary to party directives, which led to further disciplinary action. Consequently, the party recommended a disqualification petition to the state assembly speaker.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 6:18pm -
• newBJP claims Sanjay Raut made fake 'Rs 500 cr' audio clip; MP defends authenticity
  
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 6:15pm -
• newTiger Shroff sells Mumbai apartment for Rs 9cr days after firing incident
  Tiger Shroff has successfully sold his Khar West apartment for a whopping Rs 9 crore, finalizing the sale in late October. This transaction adds to his real estate portfolio, following a previous sale of another flat for an impressive Rs 15.6 crore within the same building. Earlier this year, he also offloaded a Pune property for Rs 8.87 crore. Read on
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 6:10pm -
• newHaryana student beaten with iron rods; CCTV captures 50 blows in a minute
  Rudra, a BBA student, suffered severe injuries after being attacked by three men following a motorcycle collision. The incident occurred around 7 pm near Hudda Park in Bhiwani district, causing multiple fractures and serious injuries. CCTV footage reportedly shows the assailants attacking Rudra with sticks and an iron rod while he attempted to escape. His family believes the assault was linked to a previous altercation involving his elder brother Dhruv.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:59pm -
• new'Pak defeated, cannot fight us': Baloch rebels launch fresh strike; several killed
  
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• newAfghanistan leapfrog England in ODI rankings, reclaim their all-time high position
  Afghanistan has risen to seventh place in the latest ICC Men's ODI team rankings after defeating Zimbabwe. This victory marks their equal all-time highest ranking, first achieved in May 2025. They bowled Zimbabwe out for 169 runs, completing a comfortable chase led by Ibrahim Zadran's unbeaten 70 runs. India continues to lead the rankings, followed by New Zealand and South Africa.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:50pm -
• newIOA Athletes’ Commission election: 9 sports, 10 seats and uneven representation
  With 12 nominees from nine sports in the fray for the IOA Athletes' Commission, Rule 8.6 of the IOA’s 2026 regulations offers an opportunity to maximise sporting diversity in the 10-member Commission
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:48pm -
• newUAE's Ras Al-Khaimah shuts all beaches; oil spill triggers closures across coastline
  Ras Al Khaimah has ordered the closure of all beaches following an oil spill within the emirate. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed the spill was detected from a tanker, affecting marine life. Authorities are conducting containment and cleanup operations in coordination with local and federal agencies. Residents in adjacent emirates have reported odours, although no health risks have been confirmed.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:42pm -
• newFour feet a year: How the Dead Sea is running out of water
  
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• newAsian Para Games 2026 conclude in Nagoya: India sign off with record 114 medals
  India's performance at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games was nothing short of spectacular, achieving a historic milestone with 114 medals - 30 gold, 35 silver, and 49 bronze. They finished in fourth overall, with para athletics as the standout discipline, contributing 65 medals. Hosted by Japan, the event brought together around 4,000 athletes from 45 nations. The next games are scheduled for Doha, Qatar, in 2030.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:42pm -
• newJason Kelce breaks silence on Eagles coaching role amid O-line crisis
  Jason Kelce has addressed speculation about a potential Philadelphia Eagles coaching role as the team battles injuries and inconsistent offensive line performances. The former center said he occasionally helps players but cited his packed schedule and the availability of more experienced coaches. With commitments to ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown, the New Heights podcast, and his family, Kelce appears focused on retirement rather than returning to the NFL coaching ranks.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:42pm -
• newAbhishek makes history, reaches six-hitting milestone no batter has touched before
  Abhishek reached the milestone with a six over extra cover off Matt Henry in the third over of India's chase. He had gone past former India captain Rohit Sharma, who hit 98 powerplay sixes in his T20I career, in the series opener on Thursday.
  - 4 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:37pm -
• new‘What’s with the hate?’: Kriti Sanon reacts to backlash over her Raksha Bandhan ad outfit
  Kriti Sanon, trolled in August over her “revealing” outfit in a GIVA Raksha Bandhan ad, says her choli became a “national debate.” Speaking to Kareena Kapoor Khan, she said women are scrutinised for everything, criticised those preaching culture while abusing her family online, and added women simply want to not be judged.
  - 5 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:31pm -
• new'Our neighbour protecting us': Farooq makes shocking remark on J&K; BJP hits back
  
  - 5 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:28pm -
• new'We are fed up, Macron must give in': Protests erupt across France; cops use tear gas
  France is taking significant measures to manage mounting tensions, deploying around 70,000 police officers to supervise protests over education funding and escalating living costs. In response to previous violent outbreaks, authorities have restricted protest routes. Major Parisian museums and shops have temporarily closed to prevent potential chaos as demands for enhanced educational opportunities, better salaries, and improved public services grow.
  - 5 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:23pm -
• newInside Peyton Manning's $5M, 17,000 sq ft mansion in Colorado
  Peyton Manning lives in Cherry Hills Village mansion near Denver. The mansion boasts an exclusive game room, a rich study room, and a private balcony with its own outdoor kitchen. The gated residence is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a picturesque landscape during flowering seasons. The massive home has shades of beige, white, red, and wood-colored interiors.
  - 5 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:20pm -
• newSEM shares breach-of-peace details with AISA chief Neha Bora; next hearing on Oct 29
  
  - 5 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 5:03pm -
• newTilak, Nitish rescue India from 112/6 to seal thrilling 4-wicket win vs New Zealand
  In a thrilling second T20I, Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy showcased their prowess, steering India to a nail-biting victory against New Zealand. Chasing a formidable target of 181, India found themselves in trouble at 112/6. However, Varma's explosive unbeaten 51 off just 26 balls proved crucial, leading the team to triumph in 19.5 overs, despite New Zealand's strong bowling performance from Mitchell Santner, who claimed four wickets.
  - 6 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 4:34pm -
• new'Insult to Uttarakhand': Dhami slams Akhilesh over 'infiltrator' jibe
  
  - 6 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 4:25pm -
• newBeyond Starlink: How Ukraine plans to cut its reliance on Musk's satellite network
  
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• newPollard doesn't want to see 'yellows and reds', urges MI to put 'team above self'
  Pollard, who was Mumbai Indians' batting coach for the last four IPL seasons, takes over from Mahela Jayawardene, who parted ways with the franchise last week. The former West Indies all-rounder has been associated with MI since IPL 2010, when he was signed as a player.
  - 6 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 4:15pm -
• newUS on alert as Iran's plan to target Americans abroad in 'advanced stages': Report
  Amid escalating violence in the region, the United States is curtailing its embassy staff levels in Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. This step follows alarming threats from Iran towards U.S. personnel and Houthi assaults on Saudi territory, prompting the evacuation of non-essential personnel and their families from Saudi Arabia.
  - 6 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 3:51pm -
• newLudhiana: Assailants chop off man’s hand, hand severed limb to shopkeeper
  Shakti Singh Bhura was attacked brutally by assailants during a visit to his friend's house. The assailants severed his hand and handed it to a grocery shop owner as part of the attack. His friend was also injured during the incident which occurred in the Daba area. The police believe that this violent act resulted from personal enmity between individuals.
  - 6 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 3:47pm -
• newTensions mount at Jamia: Classes shift online; AISA alleges assault on students
  "All Deans/Heads/Directors and faculty members as well as all bonafide students are hereby directed to adhere to the online class schedule and ensure regular participation in academic activities. All faculty members are requested to make the necessary arrangements for conducting classes through online platforms and to provide students with the required academic support and learning materials," the notice read.
  - 7 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 3:09pm -
• newMystery surrounds death of Class 12 student found burnt behind Delhi school
  An 18-year-old girl was discovered burnt behind the guard room of a school in Krishna Nagar. Police received a call regarding the fire incident and promptly arrived at the scene. They conducted preliminary proceedings and collected materials from the spot, including the victim's school bag. A crime team thoroughly inspected the location to gather evidence for the ongoing investigation.
  - 8 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 2:13pm -
• newBezos’s parents invested $245,573 in Amazon when it was an uncertain online bookstore
  
  - 9 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 1:07pm -
• newSeat ambitions could trip pre-poll alliance talks in Goa
  As the 2027 assembly elections approach, political parties in Goa are diligently attempting to forge pre-poll alliances, but conflicts abound. The BJP and MGP face tough talks over seat sharing, with MGP pushing for a larger stake. Meanwhile, the opposition, including Congress, GFP, RG, and AAP, grapples with internal divisions and has yet to agree on a unified strategy.
  - 22 hours ago 24 Oct 26, 12:30am -
• Prakriti Malla's handwriting went viral at 14 for looking like printed text
  Prakriti Malla's unique handwriting gained widespread attention after a photo of her school assignment was shared online. Many admired her meticulous letters and consistent spacing, likening her script to a computer font. She was honored for her remarkable penmanship. Malla's journey underscores the enduring value of handwriting amidst digital trends, serving as a beacon of human creativity and artistry.
  - 1 day ago 23 Oct 26, 6:34pm -