- newCJP protest on October 10: SC's order on Delhi restrictions explained in 10 points
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- new'Rashid congratulated me': The bond Patekar shared with Pak cricketer nicknamed 'Nana'
Latif was himself nicknamed "Nana" after the actor, a connection that former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali also recalled while paying tribute to Patekar.
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- newWest Bengal bypolls 2026: BJP sweeps Nandigram & Rejinagar; PM Modi hails win
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- newUK founder and mother spent £15,000 on vegan supplement; business now turns over £55m
A UK mother-son duo spent £15,000 developing a vegan protein supplement before taking up kitchen fitting work to fund their first stock. Founded in 2017, Free Soul has grown into a supplements business with £55 million annual turnover and 50 employees. Its products are now sold through major UK retailers, including Tesco, Boots and Sainsbury's.
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- newBuying arms, selling independence: The strategic cost of importing weapons
Global arms sales are increasingly influenced by politics, impacting countries' defense procurement strategies. Many nations, such as India, seek to maintain strategic autonomy amid foreign military dependence. The case of Turkey highlights the risks associated with relying on specific suppliers. India aims to diversify its sources of military equipment while developing domestic manufacturing capabilities. Ultimately, operational independence hinges on managing maintenance and upgrades of advanc…
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- new'Anti-monopoly': Rahul seeks level playing field; Musk exchange in focus
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- newUP’s 10 RS seats filled unopposed: BJP gets 8, SP 2; Akhilesh says ‘focus is on 403’
On the last day for withdrawal of nominations, all ten Rajya Sabha candidates from Uttar Pradesh were elected unopposed. The eight BJP candidates include Dharampal Singh and Prakash Pal, while the two candidates from Samajwadi Party are Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani. The BJP introduced an entirely new slate, avoiding renominations of outgoing members in a strategic move.
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- newOhio couple spent $700 building 12-foot backyard roller coaster for their kids
An Ohio couple named Jon and Natasha Cain built a roller coaster for their children in 2009. They used local materials and spent approximately $700 on the project, which took three weeks to complete. The roller coaster reached a height of 12 feet and included various twists and turns. Local officials supported their DIY project, allowing it to proceed without issues.
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- newOly quota, medals — no salary: India’s compound archery coach unhappy over pay delay
India's compound archers have made landmark strides by attaining the first Olympic quota in their category, thanks to their exceptional performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games where they earned three golds and a bronze medal. Despite their triumph, coach Dave Cousins has encountered troubling salary delays, raising issues for the Archery Association of India and the Sports Authority of India.
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- newDelhi CJP protest: Railways cancel and reschedule several trains; check full list
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- new'I may share it with Trump': Navi Pillay jokes after winning Nobel Peace Prize
Navanethem Pillay was born in Durban during apartheid into a family of Indian Tamil origin. She became a pioneering lawyer and jurist, serving on South Africa's high court before joining the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda. She later served at the International Criminal Court and as the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.
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- newWary of US, Sri Lanka hesitates to help Iranian ships anchored near its coast
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- newTexas neighbours fought over 5-foot strip; court upholds easement
A dispute between Texas neighbours over a five-foot strip of land near Lake Conroe reached an appeals court after disagreements over utility meters, drainage and property access. The court upheld the Amadors' right to use the neighbouring land for home maintenance and repairs while also confirming a $100 trespass award in favour of the Suitts.
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- new‘Olympic gold jeetna hai’: Kumkum’s dream after ending Korea’s stranglehold in archery
Kumkum Mohod won the women's individual recurve gold medal at the Asian Games. She defeated South Korea’s Oh Yejin in a closely contested final. Kumkum also won gold in the recurve team event and silver in the mixed team event. Her success has secured a quota place for India at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. She aims to achieve her ultimate goal of winning Olympic gold in the future.
- 3 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:47pm -
- new11 students spoke out, inquiry panel split: Case that cost JNU professor his job
Prof Angomcha Bimol Akoijam has been dismissed from Jawaharlal Nehru University due to sexual harassment allegations. The allegations were made by eleven students and were investigated by the Internal Complaints Committee. After reviewing the case, the committee recommended a major penalty, leading to his dismissal. Complaints included inappropriate remarks, advances, and offers of grades for sexual favors. Congress has not yet responded to the university's decision regarding the professor.
- 3 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:39pm -
- new'An absolute fluke': How a cameraman's chance zoom exposed Sandpapergate scandal
"When he threw the ball on, he put his hand in his pocket. The cameraman - and these are big, big lens cameras - he zoomed into his pocket. The slow-mo operator looked at it, spooled it back and forth, then zoomed in and could see the yellow spot."
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- newSaudi-Pakistan defence pact: A big military promise, but little impact on the ground
The Pakistani government has refuted claims regarding its military involvement against Houthis in Yemen. This denial comes during intensified Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure. Pakistan and Türkiye have not intervened in the ongoing conflict, despite treaty obligations to Saudi Arabia. Recent meetings between military leaders from these nations reaffirmed their commitment to Saudi security.
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- newTop Trump official mocked online over false claim of Indian stock market crash after US green card curbs
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- newFrench family found vase in attic; it later sold for $16.18 million
An 18th-century Chinese porcelain vase, forgotten in a French family's attic, sold for €16.18 million at Sotheby’s Paris in 2018. The family brought it to the auction house in a shoebox, unaware of its value. Experts identified it as a rare imperial vase made for the Qianlong Emperor, and it sold for over 23 times its estimated value.
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- new‘I was a daughter of Himachal’: Ritu’s heartbreak after state drops her from reward list
Ritu Negi, the celebrated captain of the kabaddi team, has been overlooked for a cash reward following the women's gold medal win at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. While her teammates received acknowledgments, her exclusion has raised serious concerns about recognition for athletes, especially after marriage. The Sports Minister has committed to reviewing this oversight and ensuring that Ritu's remarkable contributions are appropriately honored.
- 3 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:59pm -
- newDennis Quaid cuts asking price of remodeled LA home to $4.6m
Dennis Quaid has lowered the price of his Los Angeles mansion from $5.2 million to $4.6 million. He relocated to Nashville with his wife, Laura Savoie, and considers it their primary residence. After buying the Brentwood Hills property for $3.9 million in 2017, Quaid undertook extensive renovations. He expressed dissatisfaction with Los Angeles due to rising taxes and local governance issues.
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- newRussell Peters bought Malibu estate for $4.725m, now asks $8.5m
Renowned comedian Russell Peters is making headlines again as he lists his stunning Malibu estate for sale at $8.5 million. After acquiring the property in 2014 for $4.725 million, he has transformed it with substantial renovations. This luxurious home, boasting six bedrooms, offers breathtaking ocean views and an inviting pool, perfect for entertaining.
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- newBypoll results 2026: Ruling parties hold sway in Bengal, TN, Assam & Puducherry
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- newSisters sought 1/3rd share in parents' property; Madras HC rules in favour of brother
In this case, the parents of two daughters and a son owned several properties. The daughters got married and moved to their husbands' homes. On September 10, 2026, the Madras High Court dismissed the sisters' appeal for a share, allowing their brother to retain the land.
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- new'Is Delhi Modi's property?' Dipke questions heavy police deployment
CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke has challenged the heavy police presence and restrictions ahead of a planned protest. He claims that the protest will proceed despite not receiving official permission. Dipke has raised concerns about public inconvenience caused by transport shutdowns related to the protest. He emphasized the constitutional right to protest at designated sites like Jantar Mantar.
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- newMary Kom’s ex-husband alleges character assassination, files defamation complaint
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- newZak Bagans buys underground Las Vegas bunker for $4.55m, plans museum
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- newCJP protest: Mumbai Rajdhani, August Kranti delayed; 5 express trains cancelled
The Railways has cancelled multiple Mail and Express trains ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party's planned protest. Trains arriving in Delhi between 4 am and 2 pm on October 10 are affected by these disruptions. The Mumbai Central-New Delhi Rajdhani Express and another service have been rescheduled by five hours due to anticipated traffic issues. Over 5,000 passengers from Western Railway and more than 1,200 from Central Railway were impacted.
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- newJNU terminates professor accused of sexual harassment
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- new'Uniform ke peeche bhi ek insaan hai': Delhi Police issues 'open letter' to protesters
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- newJeff Bezos and DiCaprio launch $200 million project to save 100 threatened species
Jeff Bezos and Leonardo DiCaprio have unveiled an ambitious initiative worth $200 million aimed at conserving endangered species globally. Named the Phoenix Species Project, this endeavor seeks to benefit 100 vulnerable species, offering vital funding and expertise to conservation organizations. Notable species targeted for attention include the charismatic Golden-crowned sifaka and the rare Visayan warty pig, addressing urgent biodiversity threats stemming from human activities and climate chan…
- 4 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:19pm -
- new'My entire family will go': Kejriwal urges public to join October 10 protest
Arvind Kejriwal has called for a large-scale protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. He accuses the BJP government and chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of systematic vote deletion. Despite police refusal for permission, the Cockroach Janata Party plans to proceed with their demonstration. Activists believe their constitutional right to protest should not require prior approval. Concerns regarding public inconvenience due to security measures have been raised by protest organizers.
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- new'Deeply offensive': Govt rebuts Vance’s indentured servants remark
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- newUtah road plan would blast canyon cliffs; lawsuit says 47 historic sites at risk
Conservation organizations have launched a federal lawsuit against a proposed road paving initiative in Utah, citing risks to invaluable historic inscriptions and Native American rock art. Additionally, the project poses a threat to local wildlife, particularly the endangered Mexican spotted owl. The groups claim the US Bureau of Land Management bypassed essential evaluations, illuminating significant concerns surrounding environmental safeguarding and the preservation of cultural heritage.
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- newCEC protests: INDIA bloc leaders to meet President Murmu today at 8pm
The INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties, is gearing up for a significant meeting with President Droupadi Murmu. This meeting is pivotal as it aims to address issues related to the Election Commission's operations. Key leaders from various parties will assemble in Parliament before proceeding to the President's office.
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- newWho is Navanethem Pillay? South African jurist of Indian-origin awarded Nobel Peace Prize
- 5 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:41pm -
- newSouth African jurist of Indian origin Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
- 5 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:35pm -
- new'Complete stoppage of metro, rail services unacceptable': SC to Centre ahead of CJP stir
The Supreme Court has flagged concerns over the closure of Metro stations before the anticipated CJP protest, warning that this could greatly inconvenience commuters. However, the court observed that it could not consider easing the restrictions unless the denial of permission was challenged.
- 5 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:52pm -
- new'Offensive': India slams JD Vance's 'indentured servants' remarks amid H-1B row
The ministry of external affairs reacted strongly to JD Vance's comments about H-1B visa workers. It stated that Indian professionals contribute significantly to the US economy and innovation landscape. The Ministry emphasized the history of immigrants shaping the US and condemned the terminology used by Vance. Furthermore, it noted the suspension of Permanent Labor Certification applications for several companies.
- 6 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:21pm -
- newDelays of several hours: Passenger trains using slower freight locos amid shortage
Indian Railways records contain several instances in which a lack of locomotives designed for passenger services led to trains being hauled by freight engines, which operate at lower speeds. The use of these locomotives has affected running times and caused operational delays, the records show. The Railway Ministry, however, said it was accelerating efforts to expand locomotive production.
- 6 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:03pm -
- newMusk shares 'congratulations message' to fellow recipients as US govt presents medals
At the Science: A New Golden Age Summit, the US government honored tech visionaries such as Jensen Huang and Lisa Su with the National Medal of Science. President Donald Trump awarded these distinguished medals, recognizing their exceptional impact on technology and innovation, showcasing the profound influence these leaders have on the fabric of American society and its economy.
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- newTom Brady's Raiders investment pays off as team valuation hits $13 billion
Tom Brady, the seven time Super Bowl champion's investment in the Las Vegas Raiders works out well.
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- newTravis Kelce's $5.35 million Ohio estate faces dispute over $75,000 sewer bill
Travis Kelce’s $5.35 million Ohio mansion has sparked a growing dispute with neighbors over plans for a six-foot fence and extensive landscaping. Residents have raised concerns about wildlife safety, security and potential damage to a century-old shared sewer pipe, with one neighbor citing a $75,000 repair estimate. Kelce’s construction team says it has made several compromises, but some landscaping proposals remain unresolved following recent planning board discussions.
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