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HP sets target to train 2,400 youth under PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 by March 2027

Dharamshala, Oct 30 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh has set a target of providing skill training to 2,400 youth across five key sectors under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) 4.0 by March 31, 2027, Additional Deputy Commissioner Vinay Kumar said today.

#HP sets target to train 2 #400 youth under PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 by March 2027

Kangra intensifies crackdown on drug traffickers; assets worth Rs 37.84 crore seized

Ashok Raina
Dharamshala, Oct 30 (UNI) Additional Deputy Commissioner Vinay Kumar on Friday directed officials to intensify raids against drug traffickers and take strict action against those involved in the illegal narcotics trade in Kangra district.

#Kangra intensifies crackdown on drug traffickers; assets worth Rs 37.84 crore seized

Paddy Procurement from 15 November 2026 to 15 January 2027; Extensive Preparations Underway in Chhattisgarh

Raipur, Oct 30 (UNI) The Chhattisgarh Government has taken an important step towards making paddy procurement for the Kharif Marketing Year 2026–27 more convenient, transparent and farmer-friendly. Paddy procurement will begin on November 15 and continue until January 15.

#Paddy Procurement from 15 November 2026 to 15 January 2027; Extensive Preparations Underway in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh: 24th instalment of PM-KISAN released; Rs. 498.48 Crore credited to accounts of 24,59,707 farmers

Raipur, Oct 30 (UNI) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said that Rs. 498.48 crore has been transferred to the bank accounts of 24,59,707 farmers in the state under the 24th instalment of PM-KISAN. This has provided financial assistance to lakhs of farming families in the state to meet their agricultural needs.
Addressing the PM-KISAN Utsav Diwas programme at Swami Vivekananda Auditorium in Raipur on Friday, the Chief Minister said that farmers in Chhattisgarh have received over Rs. 11,776.50 crore through 24 instalments under the scheme so far.

#Chhattisgarh: 24th instalment of PM-KISAN released; Rs. 498.48 Crore credited to accounts of 24 #59 #707 farmers

Uttarakhand's 72 MW Tyuni-Plasu Hydropower Project gets much-awaited centre's nod

Prithviraj Singh
Dehradun, Oct 30 (UNI) The much-awaited 72 MW Tyuni-Plasu Hydroelectric Project of Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd (UJVNL) is to finally see the light of day as the project was granted forest clearance by the Centre on Friday.

#Uttarakhand's 72 MW Tyuni-Plasu Hydropower Project gets much-awaited centre's nod

Tripura civic poll declared on Nov 27

Agartala, Oct 30 (UNI) Tripura State Election Commission officially announced that the upcoming elections for 21 civic bodies, including the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC), was scheduled to take place on November 27.

#Tripura civic poll declared on Nov 27

China beats France on penalties to reach U17 Women's World Cup last eight

Rabat, Oct 30 (UNI) Goalkeeper Niu Ziqi saved two penalties as China beat France 4-3 in a shootout to reach the FIFA U17 Women''s World Cup quarterfinals for the first time.

#China beats France on penalties to reach U17 Women's World Cup last eight

Gangasagar Mela to become international event in 2027, announces Bengal CM Adhikari

Kolkata, Oct 30 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday announced that the Gangasagar Mela would be transformed into an international event from 2027, with the state government already initiating preparations to upgrade the annual religious congregation and its infrastructure.

#Gangasagar Mela to become international event in 2027 # announces Bengal CM Adhikari

Shiv Sena minister Shirsat hints at major changes in Maharashtra politics by 2027

Mumbai, Oct 30 (UNI) Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena’s Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat today predicted that major changes will be witnessed in Maharashtra politics by 2027.

#Shiv Sena minister Shirsat hints at major changes in Maharashtra politics by 2027

Delhi sees heaviest October rainfall in years, mercury drops 4.7 degrees

New Delhi, Oct 30 (UNI) Delhi witnessed a sharp fall in temperature, with the maximum mercury dropping by 4.7 degrees Celsius in the past 24 hours, as heavy rainfall lashed several parts of the national capital, with Safdarjung recording 61.4 mm of rain, the highest among the city''s key weather stations, during the 24-hour period ending on Friday morning.

#Delhi sees heaviest October rainfall in years # mercury drops 4.7 degrees

BJP workers will write a new chapter in party's victory in 2027 polls: UP BJP President

Lucknow, Oct 30 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh BJP President and union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary said on Friday that the party workers and supporters will script a new chapter in the party''s victory in the 2027 assembly elections.

#BJP workers will write a new chapter in party's victory in 2027 polls: UP BJP President

Maha: Sanjay Raut sparks controversy with Vijay Mallya not fugitive comment ahead of launch of his 17th book 'Bodh Kirtan'

Mumbai, Oct 30 (UNI) Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Member of Parliament, Sanjay Raut, today ignited a major political row by defending fugitive tycoon Vijay Mallya, rejecting the "fugitive" (bhagoda) label attached to the businessman and accusing the central government of selective persecution.

#Maha: Sanjay Raut sparks controversy with Vijay Mallya not fugitive comment ahead of launch of his 17th book 'Bodh Kirtan'

Dr. Reddy upgrades 27th PHC in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam district

Srikakulam (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 30 (UNI) Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Limited, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, has upgraded the Primary Health Centre (PHC) at Ganguvada in Srikakulam district and handed it over to the Andhra Pradesh Health Department to strengthen primary healthcare services in rural areas.

#Dr. Reddy upgrades 27th PHC in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam district

Former Karnataka minister Shivanand Koujalagi dies at 87

Belagavi, Oct 30 (UNI) Former Karnataka minister, senior politician and former Belagavi Lok Sabha member Shivanand Hemappa Koujalagi died here on Friday. He was 87.

#Former Karnataka minister Shivanand Koujalagi dies at 87

We fell short in our bowling: Shreyas Iyer after India’s 87-run loss

New Delhi, Oct 30 (UNI) India captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that his side’s bowling fell short in the fourth T20 International against New Zealand in Auckland on Friday, with the hosts’ 87-run victory exposing areas that need attention ahead of the final match of the series.

#We fell short in our bowling: Shreyas Iyer after India’s 87-run loss

Phillips' 107 powers NZ to 87-run rout of India, hosts pull one back in series

Auckland, Oct 30 (UNI) Glenn Phillips'' breathtaking century and Michael Bracewell''s explosive half-century powered New Zealand to an emphatic 87-run victory over India in the fourth T20 International at Eden Park here on Friday, as the hosts successfully defended a mammoth 259 for seven and pulled one match back in the five-match series.

#Phillips' 107 powers NZ to 87-run rout of India # hosts pull one back in series

Signs good for CWC27 as Pakistan target tri-series trophy

Lahore, Oct 30 (UNI) Pakistan coach Mike Hesson is hoping his side is saving their best form for the tri-series final against Sri Lanka in Lahore on Saturday.

#Signs good for CWC27 as Pakistan target tri-series trophy

VP calls for holistic rural development to realise Viksit Bharat 2047

Chennai, Oct 30 (UNI) Calling for holistic rural development to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, Vice President C.P.Radhakrishnan on Friday said the real strength of India lies in its villages and that rural development must remain a fundamental pillar of national development.

#VP calls for holistic rural development to realise Viksit Bharat 2047

Phillips' 276-run blitz puts him atop T20I charts against India

Auckland, Oct 30 (UNI) New Zealand''s Glenn Phillips has turned the ongoing T20I contest against India into a personal record-breaking campaign, becoming the highest run-getter in a bilateral T20I series against the country with an imposing 276-run tally.

#Phillips' 276-run blitz puts him atop T20I charts against India

Over 35.38 lakh Odisha farmers receive Rs 707.60 crore under PM-KISAN scheme

Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) More than 35.38 lakh eligible farmers in Odisha on Friday received financial assistance amounting to Rs 707.60 crore under the 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, reaffirming the government''s commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector and supporting farmers'' livelihoods.

#Over 35.38 lakh Odisha farmers receive Rs 707.60 crore under PM-KISAN scheme

Phillips' blazing 107, Bracewell's 65 power New Zealand to 259/7

Auckland, Oct 30 (UNI) A breathtaking century by Glenn Phillips and a blistering half-century from Michael Bracewell propelled New Zealand to a formidable 259 for seven against India in the fourth T20 International at Eden Park here on Friday.

#Phillips' blazing 107 # Bracewell's 65 power New Zealand to 259/7

Fire breaks out on 27th floor of Kolkata's South City tower; residents evacuated

Kolkata, Oct 30 (UNI) A fire broke out on the 27th floor of Tower 3 at the South City residential complex in south Kolkata on Friday morning, triggering panic among residents and prompting an emergency evacuation.

#Fire breaks out on 27th floor of Kolkata's South City tower; residents evacuated

Telangana Govt plans Rs 84,790 cr investment for Hyderabad’s development: Dy CM Bhatti

Hyderabad, Oct 30 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has announced that the Telangana government has drawn up plans to invest Rs 84,790 crore in the development of Hyderabad and its surrounding areas, with projects worth Rs55,000 crore already designed, tendered or under execution.

#Telangana Govt plans Rs 84 #790 cr investment for Hyderabad’s development: Dy CM Bhatti

Telangana Govt aims to become USD 3 trillion economy by 2047: Bhatti Vikramarka

Hyderabad, Oct 30 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has said the Telangana government is pursuing a well-planned strategy to transform the State into a USD 3-trillion economy by 2047, with a focus on improving the quality of life of every family through employment, education, healthcare and livelihood security.

#Telangana Govt aims to become USD 3 trillion economy by 2047: Bhatti Vikramarka

Govt says IDBI Bank's transparent bidding process added Rs 3,917 Crore to deal value

New Delhi, Oct 30 (UNI) The Ministry of Finance has defended the valuation and bidding process for the strategic sale of IDBI Bank, stating that the procedure followed by the government helped enhance the transaction value by Rs 3,917 crore. The ministry said the Core Group of Secretaries on Disinvestment (CGD) was empowered to take decisions on the final round of bidding and resolve procedural matters to ensure a smooth disinvestment process.

#Govt says IDBI Bank's transparent bidding process added Rs 3 #917 Crore to deal value

UP BJP assigns five major goals to workers for Mission 2027

Lucknow, Oct 30 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which is gearing up for the 2027 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, has assigned five key goals to its workers to activate its organisation at the booth level.

#UP BJP assigns five major goals to workers for Mission 2027

278 low income group families got flats in Agartala under affordable housing scheme

Agartala, Oct 30 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha handed over the keys to 278 beneficiaries of Blocks A and F of the Agartala Light House complex near the India-Bangladesh border, constructed under the state’s affordable housing scheme.

#278 low income group families got flats in Agartala under affordable housing scheme

HPBOSE announces schedule for SOS exam centres for March 2027

Dharamshala, Oct 30 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has announced the schedule for online applications from private schools and educational institutions seeking designation as examination centres for the Himachal Pradesh State Open School (HPSOS) examinations scheduled for March 2027.

#HPBOSE announces schedule for SOS exam centres for March 2027

Duckett's 167, Rathnayake's 118 in vain as England beat Sri Lanka by 55 runs

Lahore, Oct 29 (UNI) Ben Duckett smashed a magnificent 167 and Liam Dawson claimed four wickets as England defeated Sri Lanka by 55 runs in the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series here on Thursday.

#Duckett's 167 # Rathnayake's 118 in vain as England beat Sri Lanka by 55 runs

Laurus Labs Q2FY27 net profit rises 126 pc to Rs 441-Cr

Hyderabad, Oct 29 (UNI) Laurus Labs Ltd on Thursday reported a 126 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 441 crore for the second quarter of FY27, compared with Rs 195 crore in the corresponding period last year.

#Laurus Labs Q2FY27 net profit rises 126 pc to Rs 441-Cr

Amit Shah to inaugurate 1857 martyrs' memorial in Ambala on Nov 5 Anil Vij announces public rally at Ambala Cantonment;

Ambala, Oct 29 (UNI) union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate the ''Azadi ki Pehli Ladai ka Shaheed Smarak–1857'' in Ambala Cantonment on November 5, Haryana Energy Minister Anil Vij announced on Thursday.

#Amit Shah to inaugurate 1857 martyrs' memorial in Ambala on Nov 5 Anil Vij announces public rally at Ambala Cantonment;

Delhi-bound transporters warned ahead of Nov 1 pollution curbs; 87 vehicles challaned

Bahadurgarh, Oct 29 (UNI) Delhi-bound transporters have been urged to check their vehicles’ emission standards before the November 1 entry restrictions take effect, as authorities in Jhajjar district intensified pollution checks and challaned 87 vehicles without valid pollution certificates on Thursday. .

#Delhi-bound transporters warned ahead of Nov 1 pollution curbs; 87 vehicles challaned

FDA Seizes Spices Worth Rs 19.70 Crore, Suspends 84 Licences in Statewide Drive

Mumbai, Oct 29 (UNI) The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has seized 11,963.87 quintals of spices and spice products valued at Rs 19.70 crore and suspended 84 food business licences in a statewide action from April 1 to October 29.

#FDA Seizes Spices Worth Rs 19.70 Crore # Suspends 84 Licences in Statewide Drive

Census 2027: Gurugram’s population count to begin in February, online self-enumeration in January

Gurugram, Oct 29 (UNI)The population enumeration exercise for Census 2027 in Gurugram is scheduled to begin in February, with residents able to submit their household details online through a self-enumeration portal from January, Deputy Commissioner Uttam Singh said on Wednesday.

#Census 2027: Gurugram’s population count to begin in February # online self-enumeration in January

MCOCA Court Remands 11 Accused in Tiger Shroff Firing Case to Police Custody Till November 7

Mumbai, Oct 29 (UNI) A special court hearing cases under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) on Thursday remanded all 11 accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case to police custody till November 7, after the stringent law was invoked in the case.

#MCOCA Court Remands 11 Accused in Tiger Shroff Firing Case to Police Custody Till November 7

Maha: Congress' Wanjari retains Nagpur Graduates’ seat, defeats BJP’s Kohale by 3,271 votes

Nagpur, Oct 29 (UNI) Congress candidate and sitting MLC, Abhijeet Wanjari, has retained the Nagpur Division Graduates’ constituency seat in the Maharashtra Legislative Council, defeating BJP nominee and former MLA Sudhakar Kohale by 3,271 votes after a marathon counting process lasting over 40 hours.

#Maha: Congress' Wanjari retains Nagpur Graduates’ seat # defeats BJP’s Kohale by 3 #271 votes

ECB President Christine Lagarde to step down on February 7 next year

Brussels, Oct 29 (UNI) European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde will step down on February 7, 2027, nearly nine months before the end of her term, bringing months of speculation about her future to an end.

#ECB President Christine Lagarde to step down on February 7 next year

19 arrested in Mumbai for illegal sale of duplicate foreign cigarettes, E-Cigarettes; stock worth Rs 72.21 lakh seized

Mumbai, Oct 29 (UNI) Pydhonie Police have arrested 19 people for allegedly stocking and selling duplicate foreign-made cigarettes and e-cigarettes illegally after raiding a premises in South Mumbai and seizing contraband worth Rs 72.21 lakh, police said on Wednesday.

#19 arrested in Mumbai for illegal sale of duplicate foreign cigarettes # E-Cigarettes; stock worth Rs 72.21 lakh seized

Hisar Police seize 37 bottles of illegal liquor in two separate cases

Hisar, Oct 29 (UNI) Hisar Police have seized 37 bottles of country-made liquor in two separate cases, including 13 bottles recovered from a man allegedly selling liquor illegally in Sector 1-4 and 24 bottles found in a Creta car following a road accident in the Adampur area.

#Hisar Police seize 37 bottles of illegal liquor in two separate cases

Karnataka SIR flags 716 non-Indian citizens

Bengaluru, Oct 29 (UNI) Karnataka’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has flagged 716 non-Indian citizens for removal, including 545 Nepalese citizens in Bengaluru North, but it remains unclear whether any of them had cast votes in previous elections.

#Karnataka SIR flags 716 non-Indian citizens

57th International Film Festival of India 2026 extends media accreditation deadline to November 4

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) Media professionals seeking to cover the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will now have until November 4 to apply for accreditation, following an extension announced by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

#57th International Film Festival of India 2026 extends media accreditation deadline to November 4

Dalmia Bharat Foundation extends Nutritional support to 70 TB Patients in Sitapur

Lucknow, Oct 28 (UNI) Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the corporate social responsibility arm of Dalmia Bharat Limited, extended nutritional support to 70 tuberculosis (TB) patients across two Community Health Centres (CHCs) in Sitapur distric , as part of its ongoing commitment to community health and well-being.

#Dalmia Bharat Foundation extends Nutritional support to 70 TB Patients in Sitapur

429 athletes participate in 67th state-level Under-19 athletics meet in Dharamshala

Ashok Raina
Dharamshala, Oct 28 (UNI) The three-day 67th State-Level Under-19 Boys and Girls Athletics Meet concluded at the synthetic track in Dharamshala on Wednesday, with 429 athletes from all 12 districts of Himachal Pradesh and sports hostels at Bilaspur and Chaupal, besides Khelo India centres, participating.

#429 athletes participate in 67th state-level Under-19 athletics meet in Dharamshala

Faridabad: German firm to hire 180 skilled technicians from J.C. Bose University, YMCA in 2027

Faridabad, Oct 28 (UNI) A German company, Coating Concepts, has announced plans to recruit about 180 skilled technicians and industrial coating specialists from J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, Faridabad, opening a major international employment pathway for its students.

#Faridabad: German firm to hire 180 skilled technicians from J.C. Bose University # YMCA in 2027

775 Senior citizens from Odisha embark on Varanasi–Ayodhya pilgrimage

Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) A total of 775 senior citizens from six districts of Odisha embarked on a spiritual journey to Varanasi and Ayodhya on Wednesday aboard a special train, as part of the state government’s initiative to facilitate pilgrimage for elderly citizens.

#775 Senior citizens from Odisha embark on Varanasi–Ayodhya pilgrimage

40 Charitable blood centres inspected in UP; 7 ordered to halt operations with immediate effect

Lucknow, Oct 28 (UNI) To ensure patients in Uttar Pradesh receive quality blood, the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) has launched a special inspection drive against blood centres.

#40 Charitable blood centres inspected in UP; 7 ordered to halt operations with immediate effect

Haryana at 60: Metalled road network surges ten fold to 55,275 km; All villages achieve connectivity

Kamlesh Kali
Panchkula, Oct 28 (UNI) Haryana’s metalled road network has grown more than tenfold in six decades, expanding from 5,100 kilometres in 1966-67 to 55,275 kilometres in 2026-27, while road connectivity has reached every village in the state. The remarkable expansion marks a major milestone in Haryana’s infrastructure development as it prepares to celebrate its 60th Haryana Day on November 1.

#Haryana at 60: Metalled road network surges ten fold to 55 #275 km; All villages achieve connectivity

India U17 men to play two friendlies against UAE ahead of Asian qualifiers

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The India U17 men''s team will play two international friendly matches against United Arab Emirates on November 1 and 4, in Ras Al Khaimah as part of their preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers.

#India U17 men to play two friendlies against UAE ahead of Asian qualifiers

Delhi Food Safety Department inspects 7 bakery units ahead of festive season; 10 samples collected

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The Delhi Government’s Food Safety Department has inspected seven bakery manufacturing units and retail outlets across the national capital ahead of the festive season, collecting 10 food samples and recommending improvement notices for two premises over hygiene and compliance issues.

#Delhi Food Safety Department inspects 7 bakery units ahead of festive season; 10 samples collected

Stock Markets end in red amid profit booking, Nifty closes below 22,700 mark

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) Indian Stock Markets on Wednesday ended lower with the Nifty closing around the 22,700 mark. Indices were dragged down by selling in information technology and oil and gas stocks.

#Stock Markets end in red amid profit booking # Nifty closes below 22 #700 mark

Himachal PWD, SJVNL sign MoU for Rs 72.82 crore infrastructure works

Shimla, Oct 28 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department (PWD) and SJVN Limited (SJVNL) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for undertaking infrastructure development works worth Rs 72.82 crore under the Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) Plan of the 382 MW Sunni Dam Hydroelectric Project.

#Himachal PWD # SJVNL sign MoU for Rs 72.82 crore infrastructure works

Maha approves Supernumerary Posts for 14,787 National Health Mission contractual employees

Mumbai, Oct 28 (UNI) The Maharashtra government has approved the creation of supernumerary posts in equivalent pay scales for 14,787 eligible contractual employees working under the National Health Mission (NHM), who have completed 10 years or more of contractual service, excluding technical breaks.

#Maha approves Supernumerary Posts for 14 #787 National Health Mission contractual employees

All 17 inmates escaped from Theni District Jail, recaptured

Chennai, Oct 28 (UNI) All the 17 inmates of the Theni District Jail, who had escaped after assaulting three dury wardens, were recaptured, the Tamil Nadu Prisons Department announced on Wednesday.

#All 17 inmates escaped from Theni District Jail # recaptured

Cabinet clears Rs 7,396-cr rural governance plan to empower 2.55 lakh Panchayats

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY), a Centrally Sponsored Scheme with an outlay of Rs 7,395.55 crore for 2026-27 to 2030-31, aimed at strengthening grassroots governance, empowering Gram Panchayats and aligning national development priorities with the needs and aspirations of rural communities.

#Cabinet clears Rs 7 #396-cr rural governance plan to empower 2.55 lakh Panchayats

Cabinet clears Rs 1,857-cr scheme to make India a global sports goods manufacturing hub

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme with an outlay of Rs 1,856.67 crore for the period from 2026 to 2033-34, aiming to transform India into a globally competitive hub for sports goods manufacturing, attract domestic and foreign investment, reduce import dependence and boost exports and employment.

#Cabinet clears Rs 1 #857-cr scheme to make India a global sports goods manufacturing hub

Amit Shah to unveil 1857 martyrs memorial in Ambala on Nov 5

Ambala, Oct 28 (UNI) In a historic moment for the nation, union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate the “Azadi ki Pehli Ladai ka Shaheed Smarak” (Memorial to the Martyrs of the First War of Independence) at Ambala Cantonment on November 5.

#Amit Shah to unveil 1857 martyrs memorial in Ambala on Nov 5

US Iran war cost rises to $47.1 billion, CENTCOM estimate shows

Washington, Oct 28 (UNI) The cost of the US war against Iran has risen to at least USD 47.1 billion as of mid-October, according to a U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) estimate provided to lawmakers, with the bulk of the spending attributed to replacing expended munitions.

#US Iran war cost rises to $47.1 billion # CENTCOM estimate shows

Punjab Vigilance widens Majithia assets probe, flags Rs 700 cr in financial dealings

Chandigarh, Oct 28 (UNI) Punjab''s anti-corruption agency has widened its investigation into alleged disproportionate assets linked to former minister Bikram Singh Majithia, filing a fresh chargesheet that scrutinises financial transactions worth about Rs 700 crore and names several individuals and companies.

#Punjab Vigilance widens Majithia assets probe # flags Rs 700 cr in financial dealings

REC declares interim dividend of Rs 3.50 per share for FY27

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) State-owned REC Ltd has declared a second interim dividend of Rs 3.50 per equity share for the financial year 2026-27, the company said in a regulatory filing.

#REC declares interim dividend of Rs 3.50 per share for FY27

UP: Marriage of 12-yr-old girl & 17 yr-old boy averted in Jaunpur

Jaunpur, Oct 28 (UNI) A wedding between a 12-year-old girl from the Musahar community and a 17-year-old boy in Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur district on Tuesday evening was stopped at the last minute by authorities after receiving information from Aastha Mahila Evam Bal Vikas Sanstha, a partner organisation of Just Rights for Children (JRC), India’s largest NGO network working for child protection.

#UP: Marriage of 12-yr-old girl & 17 yr-old boy averted in Jaunpur

Karnataka legislature's 10-day winter session to begin in Belagavi on December 7

Bengaluru, Oct 28 (UNI) The Karnataka government has decided to hold the winter session of the state legislature for 10 days from December 7 at the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi.

#Karnataka legislature's 10-day winter session to begin in Belagavi on December 7

BJP preparing for Mission 2027: Organisation to gather in Lucknow on October 30-31, Amit Shah to review election strategy

By Vidya Shankar Rai
Lucknow, Oct 28 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified organisational activities in preparation for the 2027 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh. In this regard, a meeting of the party''s state executive committee is scheduled in Lucknow on October 30 and 31.

#BJP preparing for Mission 2027: Organisation to gather in Lucknow on October 30-31 # Amit Shah to review election strategy

Centre extends mandatory jute packaging norms for foodgrains, sugar till January 31, 2027

New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The central government has extended the mandatory use of jute packaging materials for foodgrains and sugar until January 31, 2027, providing a further three-month extension to the existing arrangement aimed at supporting the country''s jute industry.

#Centre extends mandatory jute packaging norms for foodgrains # sugar till January 31 # 2027

Kerala suspends licences of 32 food outlets, destroys 568 litres of used oil, 7,000 snacks

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 28 (UNI) The Kerala Food Safety Department has suspended the licences of 32 establishments and destroyed 568 litres of substandard used cooking oil and 7,000 fried snacks prepared under unhygienic conditions during a statewide inspection drive under Operation Thelim 2.0.

#Kerala suspends licences of 32 food outlets # destroys 568 litres of used oil # 7 #000 snacks

Haryana unveils Rs 76-crore infrastructure push, major road and irrigation projects lined up across districts

Panchkula, Oct 28 (UNI) The Haryana government has moved to undertake infrastructure and public utility works with a combined estimated value of over Rs 76 crore across several districts, with major allocations proposed for road strengthening, canal improvement and renovation of government buildings.

#Haryana unveils Rs 76-crore infrastructure push # major road and irrigation projects lined up across districts

Delhi Police West District recovers 185 stolen vehicles in 72 hours drive, 44 arrested

New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) Delhi Police West District in a 72 hour special anti- auto theft drive under Deputy Commissioner of Police Hareshwar Swami’s supervision have recovered 185 stolen vehicles, with the arrest of 44 accused persons.

#Delhi Police West District recovers 185 stolen vehicles in 72 hours drive # 44 arrested

BJP targets victory in Goa in 2027, aims to return to power at Centre in 2029: Nitin Nabin

Chimbel (Goa), Oct 27 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday called upon party workers to prepare for the 2027 Goa Assembly elections, aiming to secure victory at every booth and fulfil the vision of a ‘Viksit Goa’ by 2037.

#BJP targets victory in Goa in 2027 # aims to return to power at Centre in 2029: Nitin Nabin

Uttarakhand: Dhami govt tables Rs 7,844 crore supplementary budget in Bhararisain session

By Prithviraj Singh
Dehradun, Oct 27 (UNI) Pushkar Singh Dhami government today tabled Rs ₹7,844.18 crore supplementary budget to meet its future expenditures in the coming days of the election year, in addition to the main budget of ₹1,11,703.21 crore passed by the Uttarakhand Assembly early in the monsoon session.

#Uttarakhand: Dhami govt tables Rs 7 #844 crore supplementary budget in Bhararisain session

Cyclone ‘Arnab’: ECoR cancels 22 train services between October 27 and November 5

Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) In view of the anticipated cyclonic conditions associated with Cyclonic Storm ‘Arnab’, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has cancelled 22 express and passenger train services and regulated two others between October 27 and November 5 to ensure passenger safety, railway sources said on Tuesday.

#Cyclone ‘Arnab’: ECoR cancels 22 train services between October 27 and November 5

AP: 2,131 cyclone shelters kept ready, alert messages being sent to 2.70 crore mobiles

Vijayawada, Oct 27 (UNI) As Andhra Pradesh government is bracing for the Arnab cyclone, it has kept ready 2,131 shelters in 20 districts and sent alert messages to over 2.70 crore mobiles. Twelve NDRF and 10 SDRF teams have been deployed in 14 districts.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, flanked by Home Minister V Anitha and IT Minister N Lokesh, reviewed the arrangements made to tackle the Arnab cyclonic storm efficiently on Tuesday.

#AP: 2 #131 cyclone shelters kept ready # alert messages being sent to 2.70 crore mobiles

AM Green, JERA sign Ppact for annual supply of 70,000 tonnes of green ammonia to Japan

Hyderabad, Oct 27 (UNI) Hyderabad-based AM Green and Japan''s JERA Co. have signed a binding heads of agreement for the long-term supply of around 70,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually for five years, supporting India''s clean energy exports and the decarbonisation of maritime transport.

#AM Green # JERA sign Ppact for annual supply of 70 #000 tonnes of green ammonia to Japan

Jharkhand cabinet approves Rs 607 crore irrigation project, Rs 545 crore hospital plan

Ranchi, Oct 27 (UNI) The Jharkhand Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, on Tuesday approved a series of decisions covering irrigation, healthcare, drinking water, rural development, power infrastructure and mineral exploration.

#Jharkhand cabinet approves Rs 607 crore irrigation project # Rs 545 crore hospital plan

Daring jailbreak in TN : 3 wardens attacked, 17 inmates flee, 13 recaptured, 9 staff suspended

Chennai, Oct 27 (UNI) In a daring jail break, 17 inmates escaped from Theni District prison at Thekkampatti after attacking three wardens last night, leading to suspension of nine guards, even as Opposition parties, including the DMK, AIADMK and PMK cried hoarse, condemned it and blamed the ruling TVK for its administrative failure alleging yet another incident of deteriorating law and order in the state.

#Daring jailbreak in TN : 3 wardens attacked # 17 inmates flee # 13 recaptured # 9 staff suspended

Four Global Capability Centers to be established in UP with an investment of Rs 1,709 crore

Lucknow, Oct 27 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government approved proposals to issue Letters of Comfort (LOC) to four industrial units under the Uttar Pradesh Global Capability Center (GCC) Policy-2024. These four units will pave the way for a total investment of Rs 1,709.84 crore in the state.

#Four Global Capability Centers to be established in UP with an investment of Rs 1 #709 crore

BRICS Parliamentary forum ends with call for inclusive world order; China to take over chairmanship in 2027

New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday called for a more inclusive, balanced and equitable world order, asserting that dialogue, peace and cooperation offered more durable solutions to global challenges than conflict and confrontation, as the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of a joint statement and the handover of the forum’s chairmanship to China for 2027.

#BRICS Parliamentary forum ends with call for inclusive world order; China to take over chairmanship in 2027

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#UNI NEWS DIGEST AT 1900 HRS ON OCT 27

'CID’ creator, director B P Singh dies of heart attack at 77

Mumbai, Oct 27 ( UNI) B. P. Singh, the renowned television producer and director best known for creating the iconic crime series CID, died of a heart attack here today.

#'CID’ creator # director B P Singh dies of heart attack at 77

Panipat tops NCR pollution chart with AQI of 274; Manesar, Bhiwadi in ‘poor’ category; Delhi Outer North records 197

Panchkula, Oct 27 (UNI) Panipat recorded the highest Air Quality Index (AQI) among the cities covered in the October 27 NCR air quality bulletin, with a reading of 274 in the ‘Poor’ category. Manesar in Haryana also reported poor air quality at 219, while Bhiwadi in Rajasthan recorded an AQI of 244. Delhi’s Outer North area recorded an AQI of 197, placing it in the moderate category.
The bulletin, at 4 pm, which presents average air quality readings for the preceding 24 hours, showed that Panipat was the most polluted among the listed NCR cities.

#Panipat tops NCR pollution chart with AQI of 274; Manesar # Bhiwadi in ‘poor’ category; Delhi Outer North records 197

Riyadh Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games postponed to 2027

Riyadh, Oct 27 (UNI) The sixth Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, originally scheduled for November this year in Riyadh, have been postponed to March 28-April 8, 2027, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) and the local organizing committee announced.

#Riyadh Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games postponed to 2027

‘All My Children’ actor Alan Dysert passes away at 75 after battle with rare, incurable cancer

Los Angeles, Oct 27 (UNI) Veteran actor Alan Dysert, best known for portraying con man Sean Cudahy on the long-running soap opera ‘All My Children’, has passed away at the age of 75, his wife Michele announced in a Facebook post.

#‘All My Children’ actor Alan Dysert passes away at 75 after battle with rare # incurable cancer

AP: SEIL Energy wins 17 prestigious 5S awards

Nellore, Oct 27 (UNI) SEIL Energy India Limited, one of the largest independent power producers (IPPs) in India, here on Tuesday announced that it received 17 ‘5S awards’ including the ‘Best Organisation’ award, at the Chapter Convention on Quality Concepts (CCQC) 2026, organised by the Quality Circle Forum of India (QCFI), Tirupati Chapter.

#AP: SEIL Energy wins 17 prestigious 5S awards

Visakhapatnam-Bangkok direct flights to begin on Oct 27

Visakhapatnam, Oct 27 (UNI) Air India Express will launch twice-weekly non-stop flights between Visakhapatnam and Bangkok from October 27, strengthening international air connectivity from Andhra Pradesh.

#Visakhapatnam-Bangkok direct flights to begin on Oct 27

ECI orders transfer of election-linked officers in five states ahead of 2027 Assembly polls

New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) The Election Commission of India has directed Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand to transfer officers directly connected with the conduct of elections who are posted in their home districts or have completed, or are due to complete, three years in a district during the past four years, ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.

#ECI orders transfer of election-linked officers in five states ahead of 2027 Assembly polls

Daring jail break in TN, 17 inmates escape after attacking guards, 5 recaptured : Police

Chennai, Oct 27 (UNI) In a daring jail break, the Tamil Nadu police on Tuesday said 17 inmates of the Theni District Jail escaped last after attcking the security guards, of which five of them were recaptured and a search was on to nab the remaining 12 inmates.

#Daring jail break in TN # 17 inmates escape after attacking guards # 5 recaptured : Police

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#UNI NEWS DIGEST AT 1500 HRS OCT 27 # 2026

Haryana invites bids for 500 MW solar projects with 1,000 MWh battery storage; bids due Nov 17

Panchkula, Oct 27 (UNI) Haryana has invited bids to set up 500 MW of grid-connected solar power projects integrated with a 250 MW/1,000 MWh battery energy storage system, aimed at ensuring clean electricity supply during the state’s high-demand evening hours.

#Haryana invites bids for 500 MW solar projects with 1 #000 MWh battery storage; bids due Nov 17

Daring jail break in TN : 3 wardens attacked, 17 inmates flee, four recaptured, 9 staff suspended, parties condemn

Chennai, Oct 27 (UNI) In a daring jail break, 17 inmates escaped from Theni District prison at Thekkampatti after attacking three wardens last night, leading to suspension of nine guards, even as Opposition parties, including the DMK, AIADMK and PMK cried hoarse, condemned it and blamed the ruling TVK for its administrative failure alleging yet another incident of deteriorating law and
order in the state.

#Daring jail break in TN : 3 wardens attacked # 17 inmates flee # four recaptured # 9 staff suspended

Gurugram Police seize 673 kg of cannabis worth Rs 1.25 crore, arrest two

Gurugram, Oct 27 (UNI) Gurugram Police have seized 673 kg of ganja (cannabis) worth an estimated Rs 1.25 crore, which led to the arrest of two men allegedly transporting the contraband from Odisha to Bhiwadi in Rajasthan, foiling an interstate drug supply operation.

#Gurugram Police seize 673 kg of cannabis worth Rs 1.25 crore # arrest two

SC adjourns pleas challenging ECI functioning to Nov 17, grants 10 days for rejoinder

New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned the hearing on a batch of petitions challenging the functioning of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and alleging unilateral decision-making by the Election Commission of India (ECI), including in matters relating to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, to November 17.

#SC adjourns pleas challenging ECI functioning to Nov 17 # grants 10 days for rejoinder

N.A.N. Enaex to invest Rs 750 crore in explosives manufacturing facility in India

New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) N.A.N. Enaex, a 50:50 joint venture between India''s N.A.N. GreenMet and Chile-based blasting solutions company Enaex S.A., plans to invest Rs 750 crore to establish an integrated explosives manufacturing facility in India, with commercial operations expected to begin in 2027.

#N.A.N. Enaex to invest Rs 750 crore in explosives manufacturing facility in India

Punjab police bust arms, drug supply network in Amritsar; 7 held, 20 kg heroin, 14 pistols seized

Neeraj Bali
Chandigarh, Oct 27 (UNI) Punjab Police have arrested seven people and seized 20 kg of heroin and 14 sophisticated pistols after dismantling suspected illegal arms and narcotics supply networks in Amritsar district, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Tuesday.

#Punjab police bust arms # drug supply network in Amritsar; 7 held # 20 kg heroin # 14 pistols seized

Karnataka SIR: 127 voters flagged as non-citizens across 52 constituencies

Bengaluru, Oct 27 (UNI) A total of 127 voters across 52 Assembly constituencies in Karnataka have been flagged as “Not an Indian Citizen” in electoral records during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, according to constituency-wise data released by political research consultancy Sankalp.

#Karnataka SIR: 127 voters flagged as non-citizens across 52 constituencies

Anil Vij salutes infantry soldiers, recalls Indian Army's historic 1947 Kashmir operation

Panchkula, Oct 27 (UNI) Haryana Minister Anil Vij on Tuesday paid tribute to Indian Army infantry personnel, recalling the historic landing of the 1 Sikh Regiment at Srinagar airport on October 27, 1947, which helped repel Pakistan-backed invaders in Kashmir.

#Anil Vij salutes infantry soldiers # recalls Indian Army's historic 1947 Kashmir operation

Kaithal police tighten grip on drug smugglers: Five accused arrested, 37.77 gm heroin, 54 kg 864 gm poppy husk seized

Satish Seth
Kaithal, Oct 26 (UNI) Under the drug-free district campaign, under the orders of Superintendent of Police Manpreet Singh Sudan, the Kaithal police are continuously tightening their grip on drug smugglers. In this connection, the district police arrested five drug smugglers in four separate cases, seizing 37.77 grams of heroin and 54 kg 864 grams of poppy husk from their possession, and the truck, car and bike used in drug smuggling.

#Kaithal police tighten grip on drug smugglers: Five accused arrested # 37.77 gm heroin # 54 kg 864 gm poppy husk seized

Simmons underlines Bangladesh’s WTC27 ambition

Mirpur, Oct 26 (UNI) Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons has said the desire to play in the ICC World Test Championship 2025/27 final (WTC) is driving his team ahead of the Test series against West Indies, which begins on October 28 here.

#Simmons underlines Bangladesh’s WTC27 ambition

Rs 30-crore cyber fraud network busted in Delhi; 7 arrested

New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) The North District Police have busted an alleged cyber fraud network involving more than Rs 30 crore in credit transactions and arrested seven persons for their alleged involvement in supplying bank accounts to cyber criminals, officials said today.

#Rs 30-crore cyber fraud network busted in Delhi; 7 arrested

Bihar Congress to hold statewide protests against BJP on Oct 27

Patna, Oct 26 ( UNI) The Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee will organise protests across all districts of the state on October 27, against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alleging that the ruling party at the Centre had misrepresented remarks made by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and subsequently staged protests and burnt effigies in an “indecent” manner against him.

#Bihar Congress to hold statewide protests against BJP on Oct 27

IGNOU, Axis Bank to hold placement drive in Panchkula on Oct 27

Panchkula, Oct 26 (UNI) Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will organise a campus placement drive in collaboration with Axis Bank at Raipur Rani in Panchkula district on October 27 to provide banking sector employment opportunities to eligible students and alumni.

#IGNOU # Axis Bank to hold placement drive in Panchkula on Oct 27

Students join Saints in Ayodhya as UP Marks Valmiki Jayanti across 75 Districts

Lucknow, Oct 26 (UNI) Students joined saints at Ayodhya''s Shrimad Valmiki Ramayana Bhawan on Monday as Uttar Pradesh marked Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti through recitals, local performances and community gatherings across all 75 districts.

#Students join Saints in Ayodhya as UP Marks Valmiki Jayanti across 75 Districts

AP Cyclone: 273 relief centres set up for people living in low-lying areas

Machilipatnam, Oct 26 (UNI) Krishna district collector DK Balaji has said that 273 relief centres have been set up for the people living in low-lying areas and appealed to them to reach the centres in view of a very severe Arnab cyclonic storm brewing at sea.

#AP Cyclone: 273 relief centres set up for people living in low-lying areas

Educational institutions in Visakhapatnam closed on Oct 27, 28 as cyclone precaution

Visakhapatnam, Oct 26 (UNI) Educational institutions in Visakhapatnam district will remain closed on October 27 and 28 as a precautionary measure in view of impending cyclone Arnab, District Collector Abhisikth Kishore said on Monday.

#Educational institutions in Visakhapatnam closed on Oct 27 # 28 as cyclone precaution

SCR extends optional travel insurance to railway reservation counter bookings from October 27

Hyderabad, Oct 26 (UNI) South Central Railway (SCR) has extended the facility of optional travel insurance to passengers booking reserved tickets at railway reservation counters from October 27 bringing them on par with passengers booking tickets online through IRCTC.

#SCR extends optional travel insurance to railway reservation counter bookings from October 27

Himachal CM inaugurates Rs 75 lakh NCC hangar at Bhuntar Airport in Kullu district

Shimla, Oct 26 (UNI)Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday inaugurated a National Cadet Corps (NCC) hangar at Bhuntar Airport in Kullu district, constructed at a cost of Rs 75 lakh, marking a significant milestone for the Air Wing of the NCC in the state.

#Himachal CM inaugurates Rs 75 lakh NCC hangar at Bhuntar Airport in Kullu district

Karnataka voter rolls: 61,059 Form 7 applications lack reasons

Bengaluru, Oct 26 (UNI) The filing of 61,059 Form 7 applications seeking removal of voters'' names from electoral rolls in Karnataka without specifying reasons has raised questions over compliance with electoral rules, the handling of voter verification and safeguards against the wrongful removal of eligible voters.

#Karnataka voter rolls: 61 #059 Form 7 applications lack reasons

Digilogic Systems H1 net profit surges 151 pc to Rs 4.76-Cr

Hyderabad, Oct 26 (UNI) Digilogic Systems Limited, a provider of test, measurement and simulation solutions for the defence and aerospace sectors, has reported a 150.53 per cent year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs 4.76 crore for the first half of FY27, against Rs 1.90 crore in the corresponding period last fiscal.

#Digilogic Systems H1 net profit surges 151 pc to Rs 4.76-Cr

Goa to host IPL 2027 mini-auction on December 16: Report

New Delhi (UNI) The IPL 2027 mini-auction will be held in Goa on December 16, with franchises set to finalise their retention plans by November 15. The day-long auction will coincide with the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka in Bengaluru.

#Goa to host IPL 2027 mini-auction on December 16: Report

IPL 2027 mini-auction in Goa on Dec 16

Mumbai, Oct 26 (UNI) The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 mini-auction will be held in Goa on December 16, with all 10 franchises required to submit their retained and released player lists by November 15.

#IPL 2027 mini-auction in Goa on Dec 16

Railways 184 all out, TN 71 for 3 in Ranji tie

Chennai, Oct 26 (UNI) After bowling out Railways for 184, hosts Tamil Nadu were 71 for three at stumps on the opening day of the third round of the Elite Group-D Ranji Trophy cricket tournament at the M.A.Chidambaram Stadium here on Monday.

#Railways 184 all out # TN 71 for 3 in Ranji tie

Stock markets snap four-day losing streak, Nifty reclaims 22,700

New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) Indian stock markets on Monday ended higher, snapping a four-day losing streak. Nifty closed above 22,700 led by Pharma, Metal, Oil & Gas stocks. The market began the week on a negative note but staged a sharp recovery in early trade.

#Stock markets snap four-day losing streak # Nifty reclaims 22 #700

TPSODL mobilises 6,474 personnel, strengthens emergency readiness for Cyclone Arnab in Southern Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Oct 26 (UNI) Stepping up its preparedness to tackle the possible impact of Cyclone Arnab, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has mobilised a comprehensive emergency response network, with 6,474 personnel included in its division-wise deployment plan, 800 skilled and unskilled project personnel and another 400 personnel kept on standby for immediate deployment across southern Odisha.

#TPSODL mobilises 6 #474 personnel # strengthens emergency readiness for Cyclone Arnab in Southern Odisha

Energy markets unlikely to return to pre-war levels in 2027: IEA

New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) Global energy markets may take until beyond 2027 to recover from the disruptions caused by the Iran war, as rising crude oil prices, winter fuel demand and supply constraints add to concerns over energy security, International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Fatih Birol warned on Monday.

#Energy markets unlikely to return to pre-war levels in 2027: IEA

17 passengers escape unhurt as MSRTC electric bus catches fire in Pune

Pune, Oct 26 (UNI) A major tragedy was averted as 17 passengers had a narrow escape after an electric air-conditioned Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus caught fire while proceeding to Swargate from Seven Loves Chowk in Pune on Monday.

#17 passengers escape unhurt as MSRTC electric bus catches fire in Pune

UGC directs universities to step up cybersecurity awareness, seeks participation in Oct 27 lecture

New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) The University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked universities and colleges across the country to strengthen cybersecurity awareness among students, teachers and non-teaching staff, with particular emphasis on online financial fraud, phishing and emerging cyber threats.

#UGC directs universities to step up cybersecurity awareness # seeks participation in Oct 27 lecture

Delhi Assembly to host committee meeting on uniform rules for legislatures on Oct 27: Speaker

New Delhi, Oct 25 (UNI) The Delhi Legislative Assembly will host a meeting of the Committee of Presiding Officers, constituted by the Lok Sabha Speaker, to formulate a Uniform Model of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business for Legislative Bodies across the country.

#Delhi Assembly to host committee meeting on uniform rules for legislatures on Oct 27: Speaker

Uttarakhand govt to start 100 Miles Ultra race at 5,600 metres high Himalayas to boost tourism, 1st edition in May 2027

By Prithviraj Singh
Dehradun, Oct 25 (UNI) After successful completion of second edition of higher Himalayas'' 70 kilometres "Adi Kailash Prikrama Run" today, Uttarakhand government announced that it will be complemented with first 100 Miles "Himalayan Endurance Ultra Run (HEUR)" from May 2027.

#Uttarakhand govt to start 100 Miles Ultra race at 5 #600 metres high Himalayas to boost tourism # 1st edition in May 2027

Counting for Karnataka MLC seats on Oct 27; results to test NDA

Bengaluru, Oct 25 (UNI) Counting of votes for four Karnataka Legislative Council constituencies will be held on Tuesday, with the results expected to indicate the electoral strength of the ruling Congress and the coordination between the Opposition BJP-Janata Dal (Secular) alliance.

#Counting for Karnataka MLC seats on Oct 27; results to test NDA

Nitish ready to step up in all-round role for CWC27

Christchurch, Oct 25 (UNI) Nitish Kumar Reddy was instrumental to India''s success in the second T20I in Christchurch.

#Nitish ready to step up in all-round role for CWC27

As the Depression over the Bay set to become Cyclonic storm, heavy rains to continue in TN till Oct 27 : Met dept

Chennai, Oct 25 (UNI) With the system set to intensify as a Cyclonic storm and further concentrate into a very severe Cyclonic storm and the Northeast monsoon remaining very active, several parts of Tamil Nadu, which were already experiencing heavy rains, will continue get severe wet spells for the next two days.

#As the Depression over the Bay set to become Cyclonic storm # heavy rains to continue in TN till Oct 27 : Met dept

As Depression set to become Cycolonic storm, heavy rains to continue in TN till Oct 27 : Met dept

Chennai, Oct 25 (UNI) With the system set to intensify as a Cyclonic storm and further concentrate into a very severe Cyclonic storm and the Northeast monsoon remaining very active, several parts of Tamil Nadu, which were already experiencing heavy rains, will continue get severe wet spells for the next two days.

#As Depression set to become Cycolonic storm # heavy rains to continue in TN till Oct 27 : Met dept

Bengal: SAIL clears Rs 1,714-crore modernisation plan for Durgapur's Alloy Steels Plant

Durgapur, Oct 25 (UNI) The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has approved a Rs 1,714-crore expansion and modernisation plan for its Alloy Steels Plant (ASP) in Durgapur, raising hopes of a revival for the unit after years of losses, unsuccessful disinvestment attempts and speculation over its merger.

#Bengal: SAIL clears Rs 1 #714-crore modernisation plan for Durgapur's Alloy Steels Plant

Manipur CM flags off bike rally to mark 37th Loktak Day, calls for lake conservation

Imphal, Oct 25 (UNI) Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday flagged off a bike rally from Kangla Western Gate in Imphal to mark the 37th Loktak Day Celebration 2026, highlighting the importance of conserving Loktak Lake and protecting its unique ecosystem.

#Manipur CM flags off bike rally to mark 37th Loktak Day # calls for lake conservation

Bengal: Veteran artist Jogen Chowdhury dies at 87

Kolkata, Oct 25 (UNI) Veteran artist and former Rajya Sabha member Jogen Chowdhury died at a Kolkata hospital on Sunday morning at the age of 87.

#Bengal: Veteran artist Jogen Chowdhury dies at 87

Faridabad Police arrest 42 cyber fraud suspects, freeze Rs 38.56 lakh in 7 days

Faridabad, Oct 25 (UNI) Faridabad Police arrested 42 suspected cyber fraudsters, including three women, in a week-long crackdown, recovering over Rs 14.35 lakh and freezing nearly Rs 38.57 lakh in bank accounts linked to cyber fraud complaints.

#Faridabad Police arrest 42 cyber fraud suspects # freeze Rs 38.56 lakh in 7 days

2027 Assembly Elections: BJP faces challenge of balancing alliance partners’ expectations

Vidya Shankar Rai
Lucknow, Oct 25 (UNI) Amidst preparations for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is facing mounting pressure from its alliance partners over seat-sharing arrangements.

#2027 Assembly Elections: BJP faces challenge of balancing alliance partners’ expectations

Maha: Nagpur police seize Rs 500 note-like papers, material worth Rs 37.83 lakh confiscated

Nagpur, Oct 25 (UNI) Nagpur police have seized papers printed to resemble Rs 500 currency notes, along with a laptop, colour printer and other equipment, from a rented flat in Nagpur, with the total value of the seized material estimated at Rs 37.83 lakh, officials said on Sunday.

#Maha: Nagpur police seize Rs 500 note-like papers # material worth Rs 37.83 lakh confiscated

Magnitude 7.0 earthquake strikes near Ogasawara Islands in Japan

Tokyo, Oct 25 (Sputnik/UNI) A magnitude 7.0 earthquake occurred in the vicinity of the Ogasawara Islands, approximately 1,000 kilometres from Tokyo, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.

#Magnitude 7.0 earthquake strikes near Ogasawara Islands in Japan

Nagpur police seize Rs 500 note-like papers, material worth Rs 37.83 lakh confiscated

Nagpur, Oct 25 (UNI) Nagpur police have seized papers printed to resemble Rs 500 currency notes, along with a laptop, colour printer and other equipment, from a rented flat in Nagpur, with the total value of the seized material estimated at Rs 37.83 lakh, officials said on Sunday.

#Nagpur police seize Rs 500 note-like papers # material worth Rs 37.83 lakh confiscated

Warm nights persist across Punjab, Haryana despite near-normal daytime temperatures; Sonipat hottest at 33.7 degree C

Panchkula, Oct 24 (UNI) Night temperatures remained considerably above normal across Punjab and Haryana today despite near-normal daytime conditions, with Punjab recording minimum temperatures 2.9 degrees Celsius above the seasonal average and Haryana 1.7 degrees higher, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

#Warm nights persist across Punjab # Haryana despite near-normal daytime temperatures; Sonipat hottest at 33.7 degree C

Haryana to bestow Rs 185 Crore in cash awards upon 171 Asian Games, Para Asian Games athletes on Oct 30

Panchkula, Oct 24 (UNI) In a landmark move to honour sporting excellence, the Haryana government will disburse Rs 185 crore in cash awards among 171 athletes who proudly represented the state at the 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games in Japan.

#Haryana to bestow Rs 185 Crore in cash awards upon 171 Asian Games # Para Asian Games athletes on Oct 30

Haryana to bestow Rs 185 Crore in cash awards upon 171 Asian Games, Para Asian Games athletes on Oct 30

Panchkula, Oct 24 (UNI) In a landmark move to honour sporting excellence, the Haryana government will disburse Rs 185 crore in cash awards among 171 athletes who proudly represented the state at the 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games in Japan.

#Haryana to bestow Rs 185 Crore in cash awards upon 171 Asian Games # Para Asian Games athletes on Oct 30

CM Sai announces art village in honour of Teejan Bai, ₹17.5 lakh incentive for folk troupes

Raipur, Oct 24 (UNI) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday announced plans to develop Ganiyari, the native village of renowned Pandwani exponent Teejan Bai, as an art village. He also announced that the village’s high school would be named after the late Padma Vibhushan awardee and that a state folk art award would be instituted in her name.
Addressing a Pandwani Mahasammelan at Banbarad village in Durg district’s Ahiwara on International Artists’ Day, Sai said the state’s folk traditions reflected its history, values and cultural identity.

#CM Sai announces art village in honour of Teejan Bai # ₹17.5 lakh incentive for folk troupes

Haryana Guest Teachers intensify stir, seek regularisation of 10,757 teachers after 21 years of service

Panchkula, Oct 24 (UNI) The Guest Teachers Joint Struggle Front, Haryana, has stepped up its demand for the regularisation of 10,757 guest teachers who, it says, have been serving in government schools for the past 21 years, urging the state government to initiate the process without further delay under the three-year policy framed in 2014.

#Haryana Guest Teachers intensify stir # seek regularisation of 10 #757 teachers after 21 years of service

Over 770 law graduates enrolled as advocates in Telangana Bar Council

Hyderabad, Oct 24 (UNI) A total of 774 law graduates were enrolled as advocates at the Bar Council of Telangana here today, with senior judicial dignitaries urging them to uphold professional ethics, maintain discipline and continuously update their legal knowledge.

#Over 770 law graduates enrolled as advocates in Telangana Bar Council

Pollard elevated as Mumbai Indians head coach ahead of IPL 2027

New Delhi, Oct 24 (UNI) Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have elevated Kieron Pollard as their head coach ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

#Pollard elevated as Mumbai Indians head coach ahead of IPL 2027

Crude prices surge to $116.72 per barrel amid West Asia tensions

New Delhi, Oct 24 (UNI) Oil prices surged on Friday, pushing Brent crude to its highest settlement in nearly six months as Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia and a reported oil spill in the UAE fuelled concerns over potential supply disruptions in the West Asia.

#Crude prices surge to $116.72 per barrel amid West Asia tensions

Panchkula Police trace missing 17-year-old girl in Haridwar within 24 hours

Panchkula, Oct 24 (UNI) Panchkula Police traced a missing 17-year-old girl from the Amravati area in Haridwar within 24 hours and safely reunited her with her family, police said on Saturday. Preliminary information indicated that the girl had left home without informing her family and gone with a friend.

#Panchkula Police trace missing 17-year-old girl in Haridwar within 24 hours

Punjab Police raids 527 locations, arrests 223 in anti-gangster drive

Chandigarh, Oct 24 (UNI) Punjab Police conducted 527 raids across the state on Saturday and arrested 223 people during its continuing campaign against gangsters and their associates, officials said.

#Punjab Police raids 527 locations # arrests 223 in anti-gangster drive

Russian Defence Ministry claims to have shot down 1,297 Ukrainian drones

Moscow, Oct 24 (UNI) Russia''s Defence Ministry claimed its air defence systems had shot down 1,297 Ukrainian fixed-wing drones, four Neptune long-range cruise missiles and a French-made SCALP air-launched cruise missile over a 24-hour period.

#Russian Defence Ministry claims to have shot down 1 #297 Ukrainian drones

UP CM issues strict instructions regarding PET exam, 37 lakh candidates to appear

Lucknow, Oct 24 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday issued comprehensive guidelines to officials regarding security, traffic, and candidate facilities for the UP PET 2026 exam in the state.

#UP CM issues strict instructions regarding PET exam # 37 lakh candidates to appear

Tribal rights organisation to organise protest march to Mantralaya on Ocb 27

Mumbai, Oct 24 (UNI) Tribal rights organisation Shramjeevi Sanghatana on Saturday announced that it will organise a protest march from Bhiwandi in Thane district to the Mantralaya (state secretariat administrative building) in South Mumbai on October 27 from 11 am, seeking time-bound action on their demands, which includes pending Forest Rights Act claims and lack of government documentation like Aadhaar cards.

#Tribal rights organisation to organise protest march to Mantralaya on Ocb 27

‘Shazam!’ star and 1970s teen idol Michael Gray passes away at 75

Los Angeles, Oct 24 (UNI) American actor Michael Gray, best known for portraying Billy Batson in the 1970s television series ''Shazam!'', has passed away at the age of 75.

#‘Shazam!’ star and 1970s teen idol Michael Gray passes away at 75

Afghanistan boost CWC27 build-up with stellar tri-series win

Sharjah, Oct 24 (UNI) Afghanistan continued their confident run in the tri-series with another remarkable win, this time in the final against Zimbabwe.

#Afghanistan boost CWC27 build-up with stellar tri-series win

Golden Temple to celebrate Guru Ram Das Parkash Purab from Oct 25-27, Nagar Kirtan on Oct 26

Chandigarh, Oct 24 (UNI) The Golden Temple in Amritsar will celebrate the Parkash Purab of the fourth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Ram Das Ji, from October 25 to 27 with special religious congregations, Gurbani Kirtan, a Nagar Kirtan procession and ceremonial displays, culminating in illumination and fireworks on the main day of the celebrations.

#Golden Temple to celebrate Guru Ram Das Parkash Purab from Oct 25-27 # Nagar Kirtan on Oct 26

Iran’s Pezeshkian to meet Putin in Moscow on Oct 27

Tehran/Moscow, Oct 24 (UNI) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Tuesday during a visit to attend a summit of gas-exporting countries, Iranian media reported on Saturday, citing Tehran’s ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali.

#Iran’s Pezeshkian to meet Putin in Moscow on Oct 27

Eighth accused arrested in Rs 36.87 lakh cyber fraud case, 32 kg banned firecrackers seized in separate raid

Faridabad, Oct 24 (UNI) Faridabad Police have arrested the eighth accused in a Rs 36.87 lakh stock market investment fraud and seized 32 kg of banned firecrackers from a house in a separate operation, a police official said on Saturday.

#Eighth accused arrested in Rs 36.87 lakh cyber fraud case # 32 kg banned firecrackers seized in separate raid

Yamunanagar to allot 70 green cracker shops; applications open Oct 27

Yamunanagar, Oct 24 (UNI) The Yamunanagar administration will allot 70 temporary green cracker shops at five designated locations for Diwali, with applications to be accepted from October 27 to November 1 and allotment to be made through a draw on November 2, SDM Jagadhri Vishwanath said on Saturday.

#Yamunanagar to allot 70 green cracker shops; applications open Oct 27

France deploys 70,000 police ahead of protests, Paris museums close

Paris, Oct 24 (UNI) France deployed 70,000 police and gendarmes nationwide on Saturday and closed several major Paris museums as authorities prepared for fresh protests, a week after widespread looting, arson and attacks on public buildings exposed security vulnerabilities and increased pressure on President Emmanuel Macron''s government.

#France deploys 70 #000 police ahead of protests # Paris museums close

Harshvardhan Rane, Sadia Khateeb’s ‘Silaa’ to release in theatres on February 5, 2027

Mumbai, Oct 23 (UNI) Harshvardhan Rane and Sadia Khateeb will headline "Silaa", an upcoming film directed by Omung Kumar that combines an intense love story with mystery and high-stakes action.

#Harshvardhan Rane # Sadia Khateeb’s ‘Silaa’ to release in theatres on February 5 # 2027

Bengal: Two Maoist leaders surrender at Lalbazar, Rs 7 lakh bounty on them

Kolkata, Oct 23 (UNI) Two senior Maoist leaders, identified as Mangal and Malati, surrendered before the Kolkata Police at Lalbazar on Friday, marking a significant development in efforts to curb Maoist activities and bring armed cadres back into the mainstream.

#Bengal: Two Maoist leaders surrender at Lalbazar # Rs 7 lakh bounty on them

Haryana rolls out Rs 106-crore smart irrigation project to supply treated wastewater to 971 farmers

Hisar, Oct 23 (UNI) In a transformative step towards water conservation and groundwater protection, the Haryana government is rolling out a Rs 106.28-crore smart irrigation project that will channel treated wastewater from Hisar city through an underground pressurised pipeline network to the fields of 971 farmers across three villages, a move aimed at shrinking the agriculture sector''s dependence on tubewells and canal supplies.

#Haryana rolls out Rs 106-crore smart irrigation project to supply treated wastewater to 971 farmers

Haryana Vigilance Bureau sets record with 171 bribery trap cases in 2026, surpasses 2022 high

Panchkula, Oct 23 (UNI) Haryana''s State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered 171 bribery trap cases up to October 21 this year, breaching its previous annual record of 170 set in 2022 and marking the highest tally since 2016, with over two months still remaining in the calendar year.

#Haryana Vigilance Bureau sets record with 171 bribery trap cases in 2026 # surpasses 2022 high

Maha: NTKMA seeks corporate partnerships for Simhastha Mahakumbh 2027

Nashik, Oct 23 (UNI) The Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA) has initiated efforts to involve corporate organisations in preparations for Simhastha Mahakumbh 2027 through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, technological solutions and sustainable community development projects.

#Maha: NTKMA seeks corporate partnerships for Simhastha Mahakumbh 2027

Delhi: Rs 622 cr approved for flood-proofing; 4.7 km wall along Yamuna, biomining to address silt

New Delhi, Oct 23 (UNI) Delhi Minister for Irrigation and Flood Control, Parvesh Verma on Friday chaired the 40th meeting of the Flood Control Board of the I&FC department and reviewed key priorities, and also cleared projects worth Rs 622 crore to strengthen the city''s drainage and flood management systems. .

#Delhi: Rs 622 cr approved for flood-proofing; 4.7 km wall along Yamuna # biomining to address silt

Dr Reddy’s Q2FY27 consolidated net profit falls 36 pc to Rs 925-Cr

Hyderabad, Oct 23 (UNI) Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd on Friday reported a 36 per cent year-on-year decline in profit attributable to equity holders at Rs 925 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, against Rs 1,437.2 crore in the corresponding period last year, mainly due to lower sales of lenalidomide in North America.

#Dr Reddy’s Q2FY27 consolidated net profit falls 36 pc to Rs 925-Cr

Bihar Council polls end peacefully; 43.87 pc turnout in graduate, 74.55 pc in teachers'' seats

Patna, Oct 23 (UNI) Polling for eight seats of the Bihar Legislative Council biennial elections, comprising four graduate and four teachers'' constituencies, concluded peacefully this evening, with a voter turnout of 43.87 per cent in graduate constituencies and 74.55 per cent in teachers'' constituencies.

#Bihar Council polls end peacefully; 43.87 pc turnout in graduate # 74.55 pc in teachers'' seats

Karnataka receives 25.87 lakh voter-roll applications, final list on Oct 27

Bengaluru, Oct 23 (UNI) The Election Commission has received more than 25.87 lakh applications relating to the inclusion, deletion and correction of voter details in Karnataka, with the final electoral roll scheduled to be published on October 27 following the completion of hearings under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).

#Karnataka receives 25.87 lakh voter-roll applications # final list on Oct 27

ECoR surpasses October scrap sale target of Rs.17 crore ahead of schedule

Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (UNI) Demonstrating its commitment to efficient asset management and optimal utilisation of railway resources, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has successfully achieved its scrap sale target of Rs.17 crore for October 2026 on October 22, well ahead of the month-end deadline.

#ECoR surpasses October scrap sale target of Rs.17 crore ahead of schedule

AP: National Urological Surgical Workshop begins at SSSIHMS Prasanthigram; Over 70 Surgeries Slated

Putaparthi (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 23 (UNI): A two-day national urological surgical workshop organized by the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences (SSSIHMS) in association with the Urological Society of India (USI) commenced at Prasanthigram here on Friday.

#AP: National Urological Surgical Workshop begins at SSSIHMS Prasanthigram; Over 70 Surgeries Slated

UDAN carries 1.72 Cr passengers, connects 687 regional routes in 10 years: Samrat

Patna, Oct 23 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary Friday said the Centre''s UDAN regional connectivity scheme had facilitated air travel for 1.72 crore passengers and operationalised 687 regional routes over the past decade.

#UDAN carries 1.72 Cr passengers # connects 687 regional routes in 10 years: Samrat

Asian TT c’ships: Harmeet-Yashaswini end 72-year wait for mixed doubles medal

New Delhi, Oct 23 (UNI) Harmeet Desai and Yashaswini Ghorpade ended India’s 72-year wait for a mixed doubles medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships after reaching the semifinals of the 2026 edition in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, today.

#Asian TT c’ships: Harmeet-Yashaswini end 72-year wait for mixed doubles medal

Maha FDA conducts 937 inspections, cancels 29 licences, suspends 71

Mumbai, Oct 23 (UNI) The Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) conducted 937 inspections across seven divisions between October 5 and 17, resulting in the cancellation of 29 licences and suspension of 71 others for various violations, an official press release said on Friday.

#Maha FDA conducts 937 inspections # cancels 29 licences # suspends 71

Odisha begins preparations for 2027 Rath Yatra with focus on pilgrim safety

Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (UNI) With the 2027 Puri Rath Yatra scheduled for July 5, the Odisha government has begun advance preparations, focusing on road infrastructure, traffic management, healthcare, sanitation and pilgrim safety to ensure the smooth conduct of the mega festival.

#Odisha begins preparations for 2027 Rath Yatra with focus on pilgrim safety

Cyclonic storm likely by Oct 26; Red warning for extremely heavy rain in Odisha on Oct 27-28

Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (UNI) Odisha is bracing for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall on October 27 and 28 as a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm by the morning of October 26 and move towards the north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday.

#Cyclonic storm likely by Oct 26; Red warning for extremely heavy rain in Odisha on Oct 27-28

KIIT- KISS felicitate 71 athletes with Rs.2.5 crore cash awards for Aasian games, Commonwealth games achievements

Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (UNI) Recognising sporting excellence and celebrating the achievements of Indian athletes on the international stage, KIIT and KISS felicitated 71 athletes with cash awards totalling Rs.2.5 crore at a special ceremony held on the KIIT campus on Friday.

#KIIT- KISS felicitate 71 athletes with Rs.2.5 crore cash awards for Aasian games # Commonwealth games achievements

BMC tightentens noose around polluting construction sites, deploys 76 inspection squads

Mumbai, Oct 23 (UNI) In a bid to contain construction-related dust pollution ahead of the winter season, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has stepped up enforcement across Mumbai by introducing a 28-point regulatory framework for construction and demolition sites and deploying 76 ward-level squads for surprise inspections.

#BMC tightentens noose around polluting construction sites # deploys 76 inspection squads

Haryana: Five arrested in separate drug busts, over 34 kg of poppy husk and 73gm heroin seized

Sirsa, Oct 23 (UNI) Sirsa Police have arrested five men in separate anti-narcotics operations, recovering 34.089 kg of poppy husk and approximately 72.993 grams of heroin, officials said.

#Haryana: Five arrested in separate drug busts # over 34 kg of poppy husk and 73gm heroin seized

7.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Tibet, killing 16; hundreds of houses collapse

Beijing, Oct 23 (UNI) A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck a mountainous region of Tibet on October 22, killing at least 16 people and injuring dozens.

#7.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Tibet # killing 16; hundreds of houses collapse

PM Modi calls for national unity, self-reliance to realise Developed India Vision by 2047

New Delhi, Oct 23 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for greater social unity, self-reliance and a renewed commitment to India''s spiritual and philosophical heritage, saying the ambition of building a developed nation by 2047 required collective effort and a stronger sense of national responsibility.

#PM Modi calls for national unity # self-reliance to realise Developed India Vision by 2047

'Little Thomas' gets UA 7 censor certificate, to release on Oct 23

Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) The upcoming comedy-drama "Little Thomas", featuring Gulshan Devaiah and Rasika Dugal, has received a UA 7 certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ahead of its theatrical release on October 23.

#'Little Thomas' gets UA 7 censor certificate # to release on Oct 23

Gurugram police's cyber net snares 1,709 fraudsters in 9months; Rs 29 Cr returned to victims

Gurugram, Oct 22 *UNI) In a blistering nine-month offensive against digital fraud, Gurugram Police have arrested 1,709 cyber criminals, blocked or recovered Rs 44.17 crore, and returned Rs 29.01 crore to swindled victims, even as the force opens a new front against a sophisticated scam targeting banking APIs and non-banking financial companies.

#Gurugram police's cyber net snares 1 #709 fraudsters in 9months; Rs 29 Cr returned to victims

78 FIFA Member Associations to make their World Cup debut at inaugural U-15 World Cup & Festival in Baku

Zurich (Switzerland), Oct 22 (UNI) When the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival kicks .

#78 FIFA Member Associations to make their World Cup debut at inaugural U-15 World Cup & Festival in Baku

BIS seizes 95 gold ornaments weighing 467 grams in Amritsar over hallmarking violations

Chandigarh, Oct 22 (UNI) The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has seized 95 gold ornaments weighing 467.44 grams from a registered jewellery establishment in Punjab''s Amritsar district after detecting alleged violations of mandatory hallmarking requirements, officials said on Thursday.

#BIS seizes 95 gold ornaments weighing 467 grams in Amritsar over hallmarking violations

Nadda sets an ambitious target of 1.6 trillion USD for Chemical sector by 2047

Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, and Chemicals and Fertilisers JP Nadda on Thursday said while the chemicals and petrochemicals sector has entered the most conducive environment with a market size of 220 billion US dollars, the ambition is to cross 1 trillion dollars by 2040, and 1.6 trillion by 2047.

#Nadda sets an ambitious target of 1.6 trillion USD for Chemical sector by 2047

Punjab: CEO briefs political parties on special summary revision of electoral rolls for 2027

Chandigarh, Oct 22 (UNI) Punjab Chief Electoral Officer Anindita Mitra today held a meeting with representatives of political parties to brief them on the schedule for the Special Summary Revision (SSR) of Photo Electoral Rolls, with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date.

#Punjab: CEO briefs political parties on special summary revision of electoral rolls for 2027

AP: Health tests were conducted on 27.54 lakh children: Health Secretary.

Vijayawada, Oct 22 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Health Secretary G Veerapandyan has said that health tests have been conducted for over 27.54 lakh children during the past three months under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakramam (RBS) programme.

#AP: Health tests were conducted on 27.54 lakh children: Health Secretary.

Maha signs MoU for use of 6.17 crore metric tonnes of fly ash in infrastructure projects

Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) The Maharashtra State Power Generation Company (MAHAGENCO) and the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the proposed use of around 6.17 crore metric tonnes of fly ash in infrastructure projects in eastern Maharashtra between January 2027 and December 2028.

#Maha signs MoU for use of 6.17 crore metric tonnes of fly ash in infrastructure projects

TPWODL facilitates over 73,000 rooftop solar installations across western Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Oct 22 (UNI) Rooftop solar adoption is gaining momentum across Western Odisha, with TP Western Odisha Distribution Limited (TPWODL) facilitating more than 73,000 installations, reflecting growing consumer interest in clean energy and its potential financial benefits.

#TPWODL facilitates over 73 #000 rooftop solar installations across western Odisha

Shaurya fires 67 to seize PGTI qualifying lead, eyes full card

Ahmedabad, Oct 22 (UNI) India''s Shaurya Sharma produced a timely five-under 67 to overturn a five-shot deficit and seize a one-stroke lead after the third round of the DP World PGTI Final Qualifying Stage 2026-27 at the Kensville Golf and Country Club here on Thursday.

#Shaurya fires 67 to seize PGTI qualifying lead # eyes full card

PM Modi to inaugurate Rs 170-Crore AI Data Centre in Odisha on October 25

Bhubaneswar, October 22 (UNI) Odisha is set to strengthen its digital infrastructure with the inauguration of a Rs 170-crore artificial intelligence (AI) data centre in Khordha district by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 25.

#PM Modi to inaugurate Rs 170-Crore AI Data Centre in Odisha on October 25

Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027 official website to be unveiled at Oct 31 flag-hoisting

Bharat Ghandat
Nashik, Oct 22 (UNI) The Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA) is developing an integrated official website for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 to provide pilgrims and visitors with a reliable, single-point source of information for planning their pilgrimage.

#Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027 official website to be unveiled at Oct 31 flag-hoisting

Stock Markets end lower with Nifty below 22,700

New Delhi, Oct 22 (UNI) Indian Stock Markets on Thursday ended lower for the third consecutive session with the Nifty slipping below 22,700.

#Stock Markets end lower with Nifty below 22 #700

BJP ready to contest all 117 Punjab seats, NDA means BJP-led govt: Kewal Singh Dhillon

Neeraj Bali
Chandigarh, Oct 22 (UNI) Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon on Thursday said the party was preparing to contest all 117 assembly seats in the 2027 Punjab elections, asserting that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the Centre effectively meant a BJP-led government, but without explicitly ruling out an electoral alliance in the state.

#BJP ready to contest all 117 Punjab seats # NDA means BJP-led govt: Kewal Singh Dhillon

PM Modi to inaugurate Chinmaya Mission’s 75th anniversary global summit in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 22 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Sammelan at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi at 11 am on October 23, marking the culmination of year-long celebrations commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Chinmaya Mission, a global spiritual organisation dedicated to spreading the teachings of Vedanta and the Bhagavad Gita.

#PM Modi to inaugurate Chinmaya Mission’s 75th anniversary global summit in Delhi

Gurugram: Old Delhi road stretch near Atul Kataria chowk to remain closed till Oct 27

Gurugram, Oct 22 (UNI) A stretch of Old Delhi Road leading towards Lieutenant Atul Kataria Chowk will remain closed to traffic from 8 pm on October 23 to 5 pm on October 27 due to ongoing construction work by the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA).

#Gurugram: Old Delhi road stretch near Atul Kataria chowk to remain closed till Oct 27

Robert Vadra backs son Rehaan after 75 photographs removed from exhibition

Ravi Sarraf
New Delhi, Oct 22 (UNI) Businessman Robert Vadra on Thursday voiced support for his son Rehaan Vadra after 75 of the 105 photographs planned for his exhibition at Delhi’s Bikaner House were removed shortly before its inauguration, triggering a controversy over the display of politically sensitive artwork.

#Robert Vadra backs son Rehaan after 75 photographs removed from exhibition

India to host BRICS Parliamentary Forum on Oct 26-27; Modi to meet visiting delegation leaders: LS Speaker Birla

New Delhi, Oct 22 (UNI) India will host the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum at the Central Hall
of Samvidhan Sadan in the Parliament complex on October 26 and 27, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to attend the gathering and meet the heads of visiting parliamentary delegations.

#India to host BRICS Parliamentary Forum on Oct 26-27; Modi to meet visiting delegation leaders: LS Speaker Birla

Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela 2027 preparations reviewed ahead of October 31 flag-hoisting

Nashik, Oct 22 (UNI) Ahead of the formal inauguration of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027, Maharashtra government secretary Sharad Rajbhoj reviewed the preparations for the flag-hoisting ceremony scheduled for October 31.

#Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela 2027 preparations reviewed ahead of October 31 flag-hoisting

Haryana CM Flying Squad seizes 70 kg of suspected adulterated paneer in Panchkula ahead of Diwali

Panchkula, Oct 22 (UNI) The Haryana Chief Minister''s Flying Squad seized around 70 kg of suspected adulterated paneer during a raid in Panchkula on Thursday as authorities stepped up surveillance against food adulteration ahead of Diwali.

#Haryana CM Flying Squad seizes 70 kg of suspected adulterated paneer in Panchkula ahead of Diwali

Centre proposes free driving licence updates, raises learner's test pass marks to 75 pc

New Delhi, Oct 22 (UNI) The Centre has proposed major changes to driving licence rules, including abolishing fees for updating personal details, raising the minimum passing marks for the learner''s licence test from 60 to 75 per cent and introducing time-bound approval of applications for changes in licence particulars.

#Centre proposes free driving licence updates # raises learner's test pass marks to 75 pc

Centre notifies stricter vehicle safety norms; anti-theft immobilisers mandatory from October 2027

New Delhi, Oct 22 (UNI) The Centre has notified a fresh set of vehicle safety requirements, making anti-theft immobilisers mandatory for M1-category passenger vehicles from October 1, 2027, and introducing phased compliance deadlines for upgraded crash protection, pedestrian safety and event data recorder standards through 2032.

#Centre notifies stricter vehicle safety norms; anti-theft immobilisers mandatory from October 2027

Delhi implements action plan to curb pollution, 24x7 monitoring through I-CCC: Sirsa

New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) The Delhi Government is taking comprehensive steps to control air pollution, improve traffic management and provide clean air to citizens, said Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Wednesday.

#Delhi implements action plan to curb pollution # 24x7 monitoring through I-CCC: Sirsa

Air pollution grips Delhi-NCR; Khora records 'very poor' AQI of 317, Delhi at 245, Gurugram 216

Panchkula, Oct 21 (UNI) Air quality remained ''poor'' across much of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Wednesday, with Khora in Ghaziabad district recording the highest Air Quality Index (AQI) of 317 in the ''very poor'' category, while Delhi registered 245, Greater Noida 280, Noida 249 and Gurugram 216, according to the NCR air quality bulletin. .

#Air pollution grips Delhi-NCR; Khora records 'very poor' AQI of 317 # Delhi at 245 # Gurugram 216

Tanay powers Hyd to 267-run win; big victories across Ranji Trophy

Hyderabad, Oct 21 (UNI) Left-arm spinner Tanay Thyagarajan produced a match-winning performance with 11 wickets as Hyderabad crushed Andhra by 267 runs in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 second round, headlining a day of emphatic victories and thrilling finishes across the country on Wednesday.

#Tanay powers Hyd to 267-run win; big victories across Ranji Trophy

Sindhu holds nerve in decider to advance at French Open Super 750

New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) India’s double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu fought back from a second-game setback to beat Thailand’s world No. 26 Supanida Katethong and advance to the next round of the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament on Wednesday.

#Sindhu holds nerve in decider to advance at French Open Super 750

MoD inks Rs 770-crore contract with BEL for improved low-level light-weight radars

New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) The Ministry of Defence on Wednesday signed a Rs 770-crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of Improved Low Level Light Weight Radars (LLLR-I) for the Indian Army, strengthening its capability to detect and track aerial threats, including mini and micro drones.

#MoD inks Rs 770-crore contract with BEL for improved low-level light-weight radars

Russia frees 74-year-old American Stephen Hubbard captured in occupied Ukraine

Washington, Oct 21 (UNI) Russia has released Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old American citizen who had been imprisoned for more than four years on charges of fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine against Russian forces.

#Russia frees 74-year-old American Stephen Hubbard captured in occupied Ukraine

CM Vijay pays tribute at Police memorial, hikes daily expenditure fund for police station, allots Rs 71 cr

Chennai, Oct 21 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday paid tribute to police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty by laying a wreath at the Police Memorial at the DGP Office complex in the city, and later hiked the daily expenditure fund allocation to all police stations, allotting a total of Rs 71 crores per annum, in a bid to reduce their dependance on unofficial sources for funds.

#CM Vijay pays tribute at Police memorial # hikes daily expenditure fund for police station # allots Rs 71 cr

Vummidi Ethiraj, who crafted the historic Sengol presented to Pandit Nehru in 1947, passes away, PM, VP, TN Guv condoles

Chennai, Oct. 21 (UNI) Renowned master jeweller and craftsman Vummidi Ethiraj, who was widely celebrated for crafting the historic Sengol (ceremonial sceptre) presented to India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, in 1947, passed away here at the age of 99 due
to old age, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President C.P.Radhakrishnan and Tamil Nadu Governor R.V.Arlekar condoling his death.

#Vummidi Ethiraj # who crafted the historic Sengol presented to Pandit Nehru in 1947 # passes away # PM

Essar Ports wins Rs 2,276 crore Tuna Tekra Terminal project at Kandla

Mumbai, Oct 21 (UNI) Essar Ports Limited has secured the Letter of Award from Deendayal Port Authority for developing an 18.33 million tonne-per-annum multipurpose cargo terminal at Tuna Tekra in Kandla, Gujarat, under a 30-year Build, Operate and Transfer concession according to a statment issued by company here on Wednesday.

#Essar Ports wins Rs 2 #276 crore Tuna Tekra Terminal project at Kandla

BJP gears up for Mission 2027, Amit Shah likely to visit Lucknow on October 30

By Manoj Bhadra
Lucknow, Oct 21 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its preparations for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

#BJP gears up for Mission 2027 # Amit Shah likely to visit Lucknow on October 30

TN cites restructuring works delay in holding Rural LB polls, extend tenure of Spl Officers till April 2027

Chennai, Oct 21 (UNI) The Tamil Nadu Government has extended the tenure of Special Officers administering rural local bodies in
28 districts by another six months till April 19, 2027.

#TN cites restructuring works delay in holding Rural LB polls # extend tenure of Spl Officers till April 2027

SBI identifies 3,897 customer records with personal information in suspected dark web exposure

New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) The State Bank of India (SBI) has identified 3,897 customer records containing personally identifiable information (PII) in data suspected to have surfaced on the dark web. The country''s largest lender has initiated a detailed investigation to verify the authenticity of the records and determine the source and extent of the alleged exposure.

#SBI identifies 3 #897 customer records with personal information in suspected dark web exposure

97th All India MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup Hockey tourney begins tomorrow, final on Nov 1

Chennai, Oct 21 (UNI) Ten teams, including a junior team from Malaysia, will vie for honours in the 97th All India MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup Hockey Tournament to be held here from tomorrow to November 1, 2026.
The Malaysian team''s participation marked its second consecutive appearance in the tournament to be held Mayor Radhakrishnan astro-turf hockey stadium.

#97th All India MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup Hockey tourney begins tomorrow # final on Nov 1

Telangana Govt to fill all police vacancies by 2027: CM Reddy

Hyderabad, Oct 21 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday announced that the government would fill all existing vacancies in the Telangana Police Department by 2028, and had initiated steps to recruit an additional 5,000 personnel.

#Telangana Govt to fill all police vacancies by 2027: CM Reddy

J&K: 17 passengers injured as bus skids off road in Udhampur district

Jammu, Oct 21 (UNI) Around 17 passengers suffered injuries when a bus they were travelling in met with an accident in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: 17 passengers injured as bus skids off road in Udhampur district