- newFrench riots and Indian protests linked in same ecosystem: Report
Senior editor Asra Nomani’s investigation says it has identified 101 organisations across nine countries in a “red-green protest ecosystem” (referring to Islamist and communist groups) that are coordinating, organising or amplifying protests in Europe in an expanding protest ecosystem. Her story also flags how transnational anti-capitalist organisation Progressive International (PI) explicitly grouped the current protests in France, Spain, India and Albania.
- 1 hour ago 22 Oct 26, 6:17am -
- newOne killed, 8 injured in Saudi airport attack amid US order for diplomats to leave
The United States ordered some of its diplomats and the family members of US government employees to leave Saudi Arabia late on Wednesday. The move followed a series of deadly attacks attributed to Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels and growing concerns that the conflict could escalate further. The latest violence has raised concerns about the security of Saudi Arabia's critical infrastructure.
- 2 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:01am -
- newSBI confirms data leak, says 4,000 customer records identified on dark web
The disclosure follows a claim by cybersecurity monitoring account CyberPulse that a threat actor using the name Siriusim had leaked documents and personal data allegedly linked to SBI. The post claimed the dataset contained 3,75,000 rows in CSV files and 2,722 PDF documents, including customer information, loan applications, supporting documents, account-opening forms and addresses.
- 2 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 5:40am -
- newWhy are uninsured vehicles not part of crash relief scheme? Supreme Court
Taking note that “Compensation to Victims (Interim Relief) Scheme, 2026” has not been notified or publicised, a bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan directed the govt to publicise it to ensure awareness. People must be made aware of their right to seek interim compensation, it said. Union road transport ministry officials said the scheme will be notified as provided for under Central Motor Vehicle Act.
- 4 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:32am -
- newMrBeast builds 5 medical clinics across 4 countries to help 10,000 annually
MrBeast and nonprofit BUILD established five medical clinics using shipping containers across the US, Nigeria, Ukraine and Kenya. The initiative aims to help more than 10,000 people annually by improving access to healthcare. The project addresses emergency care, heart surgery screening, war-related medical needs, clubfoot treatment and free health, vision and dental screenings.
- 4 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:28am -
- newRosatom completes ESFAS equipment supply for Kudankulam N-plant units 3, 4
In total, about 300 items of equipment were manufactured and delivered to the plant – four sets of ESFAS CS in accordance with the number of safety instrumentation and control trains, per each power unit featuring VVER-1000 reactors. ESFAS is the system that monitors the process parameters of a power unit when there is a deviation from normal operation conditions.
- 4 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:27am -
- new‘Badr MoU’ won’t put New Delhi-Jakarta missile contracts in jeopardy, experts say
Will 'Badr MoU' put India’s recent defence agreements with Indonesia on advanced weaponry in jeopardy? Talking to TOI, Sudhir Kumar Mishra, DRDO chair (emeritus) and former director general, CEO & MD of BrahMos Aerospace, said, “Defence agreements with Indonesia have been done with enough safeguards and that only user manual, not technology of transfer manual, will be shared with Jakarta.”
- 4 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:23am -
- newNew norms for Driving Licence: Tutorial pass mark may rise to 75%
Under the proposal, the safe-driving tutorial would have to last at least 30 minutes. The higher qualifying score of 70% is aimed at making the assessment more stringent. The draft also proposes a defined procedure for online applications to change driving licence particulars, including name and address. Licencing authorities would have to approve or reject applications for changes within 15 days, giving reasons for rejection.
- 4 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:13am -
- newCars to brake on their own: Centre plans AEBS mandate from Oct 2030
As for pre-2030 still-in production models, AEBS would mandatory from Oct 2032. The draft notification, with timelines for different ADAS safety features for cars, would be out soon, people aware of the development said, adding that focus would be more on taxis. They said the proposed timelines take into account the lead time that industry and users would need.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:50am -
- newSC stays probe against Vijayan & kin for a week to enable him to move high court
Referring to Section 175(4) of BNSS, which requires a report from the public servant’s superior officer before ordering an investigation into a complaint against the public servant for acts done in discharge of official duties, the bench said, “The single judge not only directed registration of FIR, which is the mandate in SC ruling in Vijay Madanlal case, but ordered commencement of investigation and submission of final report.”
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:44am -
- newPM Modi has failed ‘abysmally’ on Manipur, says Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi what has happened to the Peace Committee which was announced by home minister Amit Shah in June 2023 and what action has been taken on the Supreme Court-appointed Justice Gita Mittal Committee’s recommendations. He also asked what concrete measures have been taken to restore peace, protect citizens and address the continuing security challenges in the sensitive border state.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:41am -
- newDrug menace next target, says Amit Shah; eyes 2029 deadline
Stating that an environment conducive to development has emerged in Kashmir, Northeast and LWE-hit regions, Shah particularly thanked CRPF and its CoBRA battalion as well as Chhattisgarh Police for their role in the decisive fight against LWE. The home ministry will dedicate the remaining part of 2026 and three years after that to freeing the country from the drug menace, Shah said.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:41am -
- newTiger shooters got weapons via ‘dead drop’; couriers delivered guns a day earlier
Kunal, who has also been arrested, has emerged as a key character who had been in touch with gangsters Anil Pandit and Randeep Malik for over two months. He had also figured as the source of the weapon used for the murder of a forex-hawala trader in Sonipat last year, sources said.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:31am -
- newAt Jamnagar refinery, Rubio and Ambanis discuss energy, digital infrastructure
US President Donald Trump had earlier announced the setting up of a $300 billion refinery in US, with RIL being part of his plank to revive industry in the country and bring back jobs that were offshored. The Mukesh Ambani-led company has, however, not outlined any details. The importance of Reliance has since increased because the Jamnagar complex is where hard Venezuelan crude can be refined.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:24am -
- newDelhi protests India’s internal matter, won’t comment: Marco Rubio
On Tuesday, more than 20 UN human rights experts in Geneva had expressed alarm over what they described as a “repeatedly heavy-handed police response” to peaceful youth-led demonstrations in the national capital. United States secretary of state Marco Rubio brushed aside criticism by “UN experts” of the Indian crackdown as he called them an “oxymoron”.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:21am -
- newNMC denotifies medical education rules; annual disclosures risk lacking verification
The 2019 Act also states that MARB may conduct evaluation of any institute at any time without prior notice. However, with the denotification, the aspects that need to be included in the evaluation report, such as verification of physical infrastructure, availability of the required number of faculty and review of feedback from students, have also been removed.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:19am -
- newDolly Parton's former West Hollywood retreat listed for $12K monthly rent
Dolly Parton’s former West Hollywood home has been taken off the rental market after being listed for $12,000 a month. The singer bought the two-bedroom property in 2007 for $1.2 million, later listing it for sale at $1.4 million in 2014. Records show the home changed hands in 2023 for $1.2 million.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 1:53am -
- newIndia deal pretty close, will be different: Trump; pact to exclude unresolved sectors
There has been speculation in certain quarters that the much-awaited deal may not be comprehensive, covering all sectors, and the two sides may like to leave aside the issues which have been particularly nettlesome to have an understanding on those for which they have been able to hammer out agreements.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 1:49am -
- newConfidence in poll key for democracy, halt candidates' list: SC to Andhra poll body
Senior advocate Maninder Singh, who appeared for YSRCP, said in 19 of the 100 urban local bodies — 13 municipal corporations and 87 municipalities/nagar panchayats — more than 63% of YSRCP candidates were prevented from filing nominations or their nomination papers were torn. Senior advocate Sidharth Luthra, for AP govt, said YSRCP was importing criminal elements from as far as Punjab and fomenting violence only to cry wolf later.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 1:49am -
- newRSS-affiliated labour organisation opens first Kashmir office in Pulwama
BMS has been actively working in Kashmir since 2020 after the abrogation of Article 370 and currently has 20 registered affiliated labour unions in the region, Khuchay said. Initially, there were a lot of misconceptions about RSS, he said. However, the BMS functionary claimed that over the years, he had succeeded in convincing the people that RSS was not anti-Muslim, but pro-labour and pro-people.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 12:57am -
- newDrone-linked narco-terror module busted in Jammu; 804 gm heroin; 1.1 kg opium seized
“Preliminary investigation has indicated a cross-border nexus. Inquiry is underway to identify the source of the consignment, its intended recipients, and persons involved in the network,” police said. The network came to light during the questioning of a 26-year-old man arrested for consuming drugs in RS Pura on Wednesday. Police said, “The arrested man, Sunny Kumar, a resident of Kotli Mirdian, Suchetgarh, revealed about the smuggling module.”
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 12:48am -
- newWho are the terrorists? J&K and Ladakh high court questions ‘vague’ detention order
A single bench of Justice Wasim Nargal said preventive detention, which allows authorities to deprive a person of liberty without a regular criminal trial, demands the “highest degree of constitutional responsibility and procedural diligence”. The court directed the DC to appear with the detention order, police dossier, material placed before him and records showing his consideration of the case and subjective satisfaction before ordering detention under PSA.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 12:46am -
- newMeta ordered to pay $25 billion in fine linked to 8-year-old data privacy scandal
A New Mexico state court has imposed a $25 billion penalty on Meta following a legal battle. Jurors found Meta liable for deceiving residents about data privacy measures and harmful content management. The court reduced the initial $219.5 billion request, affirming the penalty's justification due to numerous violations. Meta's internal inquiry was deemed ineffective, failing to meet commitments made after the scandal.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 11:57pm -
- newDecades-old flaw discovered in PHP forces govt websites to go offline globally
Multiple government portals and public institutions experienced outages due to the revelation of PHP vulnerabilities. In an immediate response, IT teams mobilized to patch critical servers and thwart potential malicious attacks. Security analysts alerted that hackers swiftly targeted systems lacking updates. This vulnerability was unveiled through cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools that have transformed vulnerability detection. Cybersecurity agencies worldwide urgently pressed administra…
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 11:12pm -
- new'Remain vigilant, avoid crowds': India issues advisory amid France protests
The Indian Embassy in France has raised an alert for Indian nationals amid ongoing protests in the nation. Citizens are advised to avoid large gatherings and comply with directives from local officials. With violent outbreaks and curfews emerging in reaction to increasing living expenses, the French government braces for more unrest. Indians living in France should closely follow news updates and keep emergency contacts easily available.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 11:09pm -
- newTrump's son 'opposed' Iran war, believed US should avoid another Middle East conflict
Donald Trump Jr expressed private opposition to the war with Iran, differing from his father's military approach. Despite sharing his views with close associates, he has avoided public disagreements with his father. The conflict has revealed divisions within the MAGA movement on foreign intervention. Domestic challenges, like rising fuel prices, have affected Trump's approval ratings amid the ongoing war.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 11:05pm -
- newJeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez gave $3 million to rebuild Maui homes after wildfires
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 11:04pm -
- newRafale Marine trials underway in Goa for INS Vikrant operations
Indian Navy is conducting trials of the Rafale Marine fighter aircraft in Goa for modifications needed for INS Vikrant. These trials will ensure the aircraft can operate with the carrier's ski-jump launch and recovery systems. The Indian Navy has placed an order for 26 Rafale Marine aircraft, set for delivery by the end of 2028. Rafale M aircraft serves various missions, enhancing the Navy's combat capabilities.
- 9 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 10:45pm -
- newUS top court nixes Trump admin's bid to restrict medical care for transgender inmates
- 9 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 10:20pm -
- newAt 69, Delhi’s ‘stuntman’ continues Ramleela tradition of setting himself on fire
Ram Prasad Tiwari is a 69-year-old performer who has been doing a dangerous stunt for nearly 50 years. He sets himself on fire before jumping into a pool of water from about fifty feet high. Tiwari performs during the Ramleela season and travels to various locations for his acts. For each performance, he earns Rs 8,000 to support his family.
- 10 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 9:48pm -
- newGermany on alert for Russian sabotage after drone spotted near air base
Germany has raised the threat level concerning Russian sabotage targeting its military to the second-highest rank, following the alarming discovery of an explosive drone near the Wunstorf air base. Authorities are investigating the incident amid fears of further sabotage against military sites nationwide. In response, the Bundeswehr is ramping up security with heightened patrols and surveillance measures as the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate.
- 10 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 9:39pm -
- newWatch: 'Inquilab Zindabad', CJP leaders Das & Ranka come out of Tihar Jail
After a week in judicial custody, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were granted release from Tihar Jail by a special executive magistrate court in Delhi. Das joyfully declared that truth has prevailed, while Ranka chanted a memorable revolutionary slogan. CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke recognized their leadership through social media, and their return has sparked celebrations among supporters.
- 10 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 9:29pm -
- newIyer's India face a test of adaptation in New Zealand
India's most recent T20I series in New Zealand was in 2022. The match in Napier ended in a tie under the Duckworth-Lewis method after rain interrupted play. India went on to win the series, claiming victory in the only match that was not affected by rain.
- 10 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 9:29pm -
- newRs 50k bond, no Jantar Mantar protests: What are the conditions of CJP leaders' release?
- 10 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 9:25pm -
- new'Shouldn't have come if unwell': Minister defends public reprimand of Daler Mehndi
- 11 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 8:38pm -
- newSacramento jury awards $33.3m to jogger struck by dead tree limb
In a landmark decision, a jury in Sacramento awarded Michael Flynn $33.3 million after he sustained a brain injury from a dead branch falling during his jog in McKinley Park. The city was found wholly negligent in their tree maintenance and safety checks. Despite the injury, Flynn persevered through rehabilitation to earn his doctorate in physics, advocating for greater accountability in public infrastructure safety.
- 11 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 8:19pm -
- neweMudhra security breach: What it means for smartphone, internet users
Researchers found that eight digital certificates issued by eMudhra had weak secret keys that could be easily exploited. Browser companies like Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Mozilla responded by blocking these certificates rapidly. eMudhra explained that a flaw during the creation process led to the publication of the weak keys. Importantly, no evidence suggests these weak keys were used in actual attacks so far.
- 13 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 6:58pm -
- newRussian roulette: Trump bites the bullet with Putin in bid to survive US midterms
For Trump, the political calculation appears straightforward. If Russian supplies arrive quickly and in sufficient quantities, they could help ease fuel prices and give his party a political boost. If deliveries fall short or prices remain high, the administration could end up granting Moscow significant economic relief without delivering much for American consumers.
- 13 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 6:24pm -
- newSri Lanka’s dilemma: Iranian ships at its doorstep, US sanctions in the shadows
- 14 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 5:41pm -
- newMonsoon's gone, El Nino isn't: Why India's weather worries are far from over
El Niño is increasingly influencing global weather patterns including agriculture and temperatures in India. Current forecasts predict a warmer winter as El Niño intensifies, which could affect agriculture adversely. Recent monsoon rainfall deficits raise concerns regarding water resources and crop yields moving forward. Different regions may experience varying extremes from drought to flooding in the coming months due to this phenomenon.
- 15 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:53pm -
- newPakistan signs Badr accord with Turkey, Qatar & Indonesia; what it means for India
- 15 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:22pm -
- newMissouri court overturns ruling giving couple ownership of neighbour's road
In a notable case from Missouri, a couple gained legal rights to their isolated property via their neighbor's land. Although the court initially granted them ownership of the access road, it later corrected this decision. Ultimately, they received a permanent easement, illustrating the difference between property rights and ownership. The couple can access their property while the neighbor retains the land under the road.
- 17 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 2:40pm -
- Delhi HR professional quits corporate job for Goa, faces financial uncertainty
After leaving her stable job in HR, Arpita Sahu embraced a new beginning in Goa, sharing her heartfelt journey on social media. As she expressed her concerns about financial security and belonging, her followers responded with a range of insights on fulfillment. Sahu's experience captures the complexities of navigating life changes, revealing the emotional weight of pursuing one’s dreams while facing an uncertain future.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 7:44pm -
- Maria Sharapova’s $25M mansion sale: How her $4.1M land became a record deal
Maria Sharapova bought a Manhattan Beach lot for $4.1 million in 2012 and built a three-story home with Japanese-inspired design. In 2025, NBA star Luka Dončić bought the property for $25 million, setting a local residential sale record. The deal marked a major rise in the home’s reported value, although Sharapova’s final profit remains unknown.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 9:30pm -
- Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf lose $3M on $23M Tiburon mansion after four years
In 2006, tennis legends Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf agreed to sell their luxurious Tiburon estate for $20 million, taking a reported $3 million loss. The 3.5-acre property featured a sprawling mansion, two swimming pools, a tennis court and stunning Golden Gate Bridge views. After nearly four years on the market, the couple reduced the asking price several times. High maintenance costs and the home's dated interiors reportedly made selling difficult.
- 3 days ago 19 Oct 26, 6:02am -