Gadchiroli, Oct 30 (UNI) A 29-year-old man allegedly killed his father by striking him on the head with a burning wooden log following a dispute over money at Charbhatti village in Kurkheda taluka of Maharashtra''s Gadchiroli district, police said today.
Panchkula, Oct 30 (UNI) The Haryana Government has tightened the procedure for official foreign visits by government officials, making prior scrutiny by the Chief Secretary''s office mandatory for every proposal before it is placed before the Chief Minister for final approval.
Greater Noida, Oct 30 (UNI) A man and his 11-year-old son died after falling from the 23rd floor of a tower at Mahagun Mywoods Society in Greater Noida''s Bisrakh police station area on Friday morning.
Ranchi, Oct 30 (UNI) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and state Congress president Keshav Mahato Kamlesh on Friday left for New Delhi to participate in the INDIA bloc''s ‘Vote Bachao-Desh Bachao’ rally scheduled at Ramlila Maidan on November 1, with the Congress claiming that thousands of party workers from across the state were also heading to the national capital.
Mandya, Oct 30 (UNI) Sugarcane farmers gheraoed the Mysugar sugar godown here, opposing the sale of stored sugar and demanding that the government fix the cane price at Rs 5,500 per tonne.
Lucknow, Oct 30 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 24th installment of the Prime Minister''s Kisan Samman Nidhi from Banaskantha, Gujarat to aid the Uttar Pradesh farmer''s, on Friday.
New Delhi, Oct 30 (UNI) union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday defended the Centre’s proposed sale of a majority stake in IDBI Bank, hitting back at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of the disinvestment move. She accused previous Congress-led governments of interfering in the functioning of public sector banks and influencing lending decisions, which, she alleged, contributed to the accumulation of bad loans.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 30 (UNI) The decapitated body of an unidentified woman was found at a deserted riverbank in Odisha’s Kendrapara district on Friday, triggering shock and panic in the area.
Hyderabad, Oct 30 (UNI) Telangana Transport and BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Friday demanded that union Home Minister Amit Shah apologise to the people of Telangana for his alleged insulting remarks on the formation of the State and its martyrs.
Neeraj Bali Chandigarh, Oct 30 (UNI) union Home Minister Amit Shah has stepped into an increasingly contentious dispute over drug-related deaths and alleged police excesses in Punjab, with his ministry reportedly approving security for two bereaved families, a move that could intensify his political confrontation with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann ahead of state elections next year.
Srinagar, Oct 30 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has struck down water usage charges imposed on hydropower projects, ruling that the erstwhile state legislature lacked the power to tax electricity generation.
New Delhi, Oct 29 (UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Thursday said that language is the soul of a nation, and literature gives permanence to its ideas and values, underscoring the role of the two in preserving country’s cultural heritage. Gupta, who was addressing the inaugural session of Rachayita Literary Festival 2026 at Delhi University as Chief Guest, stated that the identity of a country is shaped not merely by its geographical boundaries, but by its language, literature and cultural heritage.
New Delhi, Oct 29 (UNI) Delhi Police have arrested a 25-year-old man for allegedly duping Indian citizens through a fake recruitment website that impersonated the Russian Embassy and promised employment opportunities in Russia.
Naresh KumarMansa, Oct 29 (UNI) Mansa police have registered an FIR against unidentified persons in connection with an incident in which a group of protesters allegedly took away the body of Daljit, a 35-year-old farmer who allegedly died due to drug overdose, triggering a confrontation with police personnel.
Lucknow, Oct 29 (UNI) On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will transfer the 24th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi to farmers'' accounts from Banaskantha, Gujarat. .
Krishnagar, Oct 29 (UNI) A deputy manager and seven other employees of Bandhan Bank have been arrested for allegedly opening mule accounts and helping route money generated through cyber fraud in return for commissions, as police probe a suspected link between bank officials and a wider cybercrime network in Nadia’s Tehatta subdivision.
Pune, Oct 29 (UNI) MOTOTECH 2026 Pune, a specialised conference and exhibition organised by OEM update for automotive manufacturing professionals, will be held on October 30–31, at the Auto Cluster Exhibition Centre, Chinchwad, Pune.
Itanagar, Oct 29 (UNI) Thousands of youths, students and members of various organisations took part in a solidarity rally in Itanagar on Thursday, extending support to people of Siang and Upper Siang districts opposing the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) and demanding the release of protesters detained in connection with the agitation.
Pune, Oct 29 (UNI) Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) state general secretary Sunil Mane on Thursday alleged that the Centre''s proposed Digital Personal Data Protection law would undermine press freedom and make it difficult for journalists to protect their sources.
New Delhi/Hyderabad, Oct 29 (UNI) union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya has directed Telangana officials to ensure that the Khelo India Games are organised on a prestigious scale, with world-class facilities for athletes and meticulous arrangements.
Bishnupur, Oct 29 (UNI) MP and DISHA Chairperson Dr. Angomcha Bimol Akoijam today called upon all officials to perform their duties with sincerity and dedication, and highlighted that every developmental activity, no matter how small, contributes to the overall growth and well-being of society.
Cape Town, Oct 29 (UNI) Marques Ackerman''s aggressive 62 and captain Temba Bavuma''s patient 35 helped South Africa reach 140 for four at stumps on Day Three of the third Test against Australia at Newlands here, giving the hosts an overall lead of 40 runs.
Lucknow, Oct 29 (UNI) In a major breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh ATS has arrested a 24-year-old man from Kanpur city for creating fake email IDs, selling them to people outside the country, and sending threatening emails. Investigations have revealed that these email IDs were used to threaten to bomb schools and important establishments in Noida, Delhi-NCR, Gurugram, and Mumbai.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged gang rape and murder of a 14-year-old schoolgirl in Jaleswar area of Balasore district, alleging police negligence and political interference in the case.
Durgapur, Oct 29 (UNI) NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Dr Ashok Lahiri on Thursday concluded a two-day visit to Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), during which he reviewed the rehabilitation and resettlement of families affected by mining activities and land subsidence in the Raniganj Coalfields.
Imphal, Oct 29 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today sought enhanced financial assistance from the Centre to help the state overcome its current financial crisis and address revenue losses incurred over the past three years.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das has demanded that the state government immediately establish a dedicated development board and announce a special package for Kotia, citing gaps in basic amenities, social security benefits and administrative presence in the disputed border region.
Lucknow, Oct 29 (UNI) Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav launched a scathing attack on the BJP''s defeat in the Legislative Council elections in Varanasi.
Jerusalem, Oct 29 (UNI) Israel''s Central Elections Committee chairman, Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg, has asked the domestic security agency, Shin Bet, to investigate what he described as "serious suspicions" of foreign interference in Tuesday''s election, with Hebrew media reporting allegations that Qatar channelled funds to influence Arab voters.
Bhiwani, Oct 29 (UNI) The Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET-2026) will be conducted in December this year, with the examination dates expected to be announced within the next week, Haryana Board of School Education Chairman Shankar Lal Dhoopar said.
Kolkata, Oct 29 (UNI) Bengal strengthened their hold on top spot in Ranji Trophy Elite Group C after spinner Pradipta Pramanik claimed his maiden 10-wicket match haul in a commanding 287-run victory over Kerala on Thursday. Shahbaz Ahmed also delivered a decisive all-round performance as Bengal completed their third successive win of the season.
Panchkula, Oct 29 (UNI) Panchkula Police have arrested a woman from Sector 20 with 10 grams of heroin and launched an investigation into the source of the contraband and possible links to a wider drug supply network.
Kochi, Oct 29 (UNI) The Adjudicatory Board for Major Ports (ABMP) on Thursday launched an e-filing portal and released a user manual to facilitate online case filing, digitise case management and improve the accessibility and efficiency of adjudicatory proceedings in the major ports sector.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (UNI) The Opposition BJD on Thursday demanded a time-bound CBI probe into the alleged rape and murder of a 14-year-old girl in Balasore, citing alleged police lapses, possible evidence tampering and political interference.
Bengaluru, Oct 29 (UNI) The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has completed the fourth batch of its Aviation Security (APS) Women Quick Response Team (QRT) course in Bengaluru, strengthening the deployment of women personnel in specialised frontline security roles at sensitive installations.
Kolhapur, Oct 29 (UNI) The much-awaited election process for the post of Gokul Dudh Sangh president, which was to be held today, saw all 12 directors of the Mahayuti boycotting the meeting and remaining absent, and the required quorum of 14 directors could not be completed. As a result, election officials adjourned the special meeting.
Neeraj Bali Chandigarh, Oct 29 (UNI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will address a rally in Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann''s political stronghold of Sangrur on November 4, in what the opposition party is positioning as a major show of strength against the ruling Aam Aadmi Party ahead of next year''s assembly elections.
Srikakulam, Oct 29 (UNI) Following heavy rains in the catchment areas under the influence of Cyclone Arnab, the Vamsadhara, Nagavali, Mahendratanaya and Bahuda rivers are in spate in the district, with heavy inflows inundating several residential localities on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Oct 29 (UNI) Thousands of students staged a protest on Thursday near Shankar Mart in Vidyanagar, demanding the immediate release of Rs 8,500 crore in pending fee reimbursements and scholarships for 14 lakh students across Telangana.
Kolkata, Oct 29 (UNI) West Bengal Police Director General Siddhnath Gupta on Thursday said people would have to obtain a licence to fly sky lanterns (phanus) during the upcoming Kali Puja and Diwali festivals, warning that their use was regulated under the Fire Act despite their availability in the market.
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.
Kolkata, Oct 29 (UNI) Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) on Thursday advanced its largest commercial shipbuilding export order with the keel laying of the fifth Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) for German shipowner Carsten Rehder Schiffsmakler and Reederei GmbH & Co. KG, strengthening the Kolkata-based shipyard''s foothold in the global commercial shipping market.
Kolkata, Oct 29 (UNI) Chandramani Shukla, father of slain BJP leader Manish Shukla, has alleged that he received death threats over phone calls and WhatsApp messages following a political controversy involving Bengal BJP leader Kaustav Bagchi.
Neeraj Bali Chandigarh, Oct 29 (UNI) Senior BJP leader Sunil Jakhar has urged Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to recommend the early enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct ahead of the state assembly elections, alleging that the Bhagwant Mann government has failed to maintain law and order and protect citizens from drug trafficking and organised crime.
Chandigarh, Oct 29 (UNI) Haryana Governor Prof. Asim Kumar Ghosh on Thursday administered the oath of office to Satish Kumar as the newly appointed Chairman of the Haryana Public Service Commission.
Agartala, Oct 29 (UNI) Tripura Police apprehended a man allegedly linked to the Santu faction of the Jana Samhati Samiti (JSS) with 200 bullets at Maharani police station area in Udaipur, Tripura, on Thursday.
Panchkula, Oct 29 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has countered Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s allegations of political targeting over a Customs action at the airport, claiming that the issue concerned goods on which tax had not been paid.
Nahan, Oct 29 (UNI) A court has granted three-day police remand of 11 accused arrested in connection with the stone-pelting and violent clashes between members of the Valmiki and Sikh communities at Valmiki Chowk in Nahan on October 23.
Agartala, Oct 29 (UNI) A police constable was suspended on Thursday after primafeci facie evidence of his indecent conduct with a female colleague inside the vehicle during duty on Oct 26 night in Tripura’s Gomati district.
Panchkula, Oct 29 (UNI) The Haryana State Legal Services Authority (HALSA) has invited applications to fill 15 positions, including 11 chairpersons and four members, in Permanent Lok Adalats dealing with disputes over public utility services across the state.
Imphal, Oct 28 (UNI) The Manipur government has proposed increasing the annual incentive for Manipuri pony owners to Rs 10,000 per pony, as the state steps up efforts to conserve the endangered indigenous breed through a newly launched Pony Registration System (PRS).
Gurugram, Oct 28 (UNI) Gurugram Police, acting on their own after noticing a woman''s post on social media platform X, registered an FIR and arrested an Uber driver accused of demanding extra money from her and threatening to kill her.
Srinagar, Oct 28 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat, along with the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Army’s Srinagar based 15 Corps, on Wednesday reviewed ongoing security operations with all formations deployed in South Kashmir.
Burdwan, Oct 28 (UNI) The decomposed body of an elderly woman was recovered from the floor of her house, where two live venomous snakes were found roaming near the corpse, in Ausgram of West Bengal''s East Burdwan district on Wednesday, triggering a sensation in the area.
Berlin, Oct 28 (UNI) Marcel Sabitzer scored a stoppage-time free kick as Borussia Dortmund edged Werder Bremen 3-2 in the German Cup second round, surviving a second-half comeback inspired by former Dortmund striker Niclas Fullkrug.
Chandigarh, Oct 28 (UNI) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to Punjab''s chief secretary and Director General of Police, seeking a report within two weeks on the suspicious death of a Mansa resident whose body was taken into police custody during protests linked to the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota.
Imphal, Oct 28 (UNI) The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Manipur, has appointed nodal officers for various election activities to ensure the smooth conduct of the General Elections to the State Assembly, 2027.
Imphal, Oct 28 (UNI) Security forces recovered large caches of arms, ammunition and explosives from Imphal East, Thoubal and the Bongbal Khullen foothills, while arrests were made in Churachandpur, Senapati, Bishnupur and Imphal East in connection with drug and arms cases, according to Manipur Police today.
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.
Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday directed civic authorities to enforce mandatory use of treated wastewater for non-potable purposes across Greater Hyderabad from November 1 to conserve freshwater resources and meet the city''s growing water demand.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 28 (UNI) The Mahanadi Bachao Andolan (MBA) has demanded immediate public disclosure of the Central Water Commission (CWC) report on the proposed sharing of Mahanadi river water between Odisha and Chhattisgarh, raising concerns over the state’s long-term water security, agricultural needs and ecological sustainability.
Mumbai, Oct 28 (UNI) The Mumbai Police on Wednesday invoked the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against all the accused arrested in connection with the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff''s car in Juhu area, an official said.
New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Wednesday announced its support for the INDIA bloc’s November 1 rally against alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, while renewing its demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 28 (UNI) The Kerala Crime Branch on Wednesday arrested former Public Service Commission (PSC) Deputy Secretary P Satheesh in connection with alleged irregularities in the recruitment examination for the post of Chief of the State Planning Board, while PSC Chairman M R Baiju appeared before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) for questioning.
Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) India should accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, strengthen domestic value addition and empower MSMEs to transform its manufacturing sector into a globally competitive, technology-driven and sustainable ecosystem, industry leaders said at a conference organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) here on Wednesday.
Samastipur, Oct 28 (UNI) A 40-year-old man allegedly died after consuming suspected spurious liquor in Ramkishanpur village under Karpoorigram police station limits in Bihar''s Samastipur on Wednesday.
Thoubal, Oct 28 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Wednesday visited the family of late Laishram Rakesh Singh at Khangabok Part-II, Mayai Leikai, in Thoubal, to offer condolences following the youth''s death on October 18, in firing by some miscreants from a neighbouring village.
Seeb Oman, Oct 28 (UNI) East Bengal FC were held to a 0-0 draw by Oman''s Al Seeb Club in their third match of the AFC Champions League Two 2026-27 Group D at the Al Seeb Stadium in Seeb, Oman.
Vijayawada, Oct 28 (UNI) The Zilla and Mandal Parishad elections in Andhra Pradesh have been rescheduled in the wake of the Arnab cyclonic storm.
Mirpur, Oct 28 (UNI) Bangladesh ended the opening day of the first ICC World Test Championship against West Indies in a strong position at 213/3, with Shadman Islam unbeaten on 99 after holding the innings together through a challenging day for the batters here.
Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) Telangana CPI State Secretary and MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao on Wednesday urged the Telangana government to declare the entire state drought-affected in view of the severe conditions caused by El Niño and demanded a comprehensive relief package for farmers, agricultural labourers and urban workers.
New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) VEL Sports Management, an initiative built on the vision of Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, has signed Indian High Jumper Pooja, who has already made her mark with an Asian Games bronze and a National Record.
Jayanta Roy ChowdhuryNew Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) It was supposed to be the Autumn of India-China rapprochement. President Xi Jinping made a high-profile visit to New Delhi for a Summit meeting of BRICS leaders in mid-September, and then within six weeks, reports broke of face-offs between Indian and Chinese troops in Arunachal Pradesh’s Taksing circle.
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.
New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, has issued an advisory on the "Protection of Human Rights of Female Inmates and their Children" to nine union Ministries, Chief Secretaries/Administrators, and Directors General of Police of all States and union Territories (UTs).
New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) The union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a Rs 10,000-crore Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS) to build a globally competitive container manufacturing industry in India, reduce import dependence and strengthen maritime and logistics supply chains. The scheme, which will remain in operation until the financial year 2039-40, will provide financial assistance to establish new manufacturing facilities and expand existing production units.
Narnaul, Oct 28 (UNI) Hotels, restaurants and cafés cannot force customers to pay a Service Charge or collect it under another name, and consumers cannot be denied entry or service for refusing to pay it, an official spokesperson said on Wednesday, adding that strict action will be taken against establishments violating the prescribed guidelines.
Chandigarh, Oct 28 (UNI) Senior BJP leader and MLA Ram Kumar Gautam on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and other party leaders, demanding an apology to the nation over their remarks concerning Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s family. He also questioned the Congress''s opposition to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, noting that the exercise had been conducted eight times during Congress rule.
Bengaluru, Oct 28 (UNI) Senior BJP leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Wednesday demanded the resignation of Chief Minister DK Shivakumar following the BJP-JD(S) alliance’s clean sweep of all four Legislative Council seats, challenging the Congress government to seek a fresh mandate.
Neeraj Bali Chandigarh, Oct 28 (UNI) Tension gripped Punjab''s Mansa district after police forcibly took custody of a 35-year-old man''s body and dragged several protesters into vehicles during clashes with villagers demanding justice, triggering allegations of police high-handedness and a political backlash against the Aam Aadmi Party government.
Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to ensure the effective utilisation of treated wastewater from Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) for non-potable purposes across Hyderabad and other areas, with the measures to come into effect from November 1.
Nahan, Oct 28 (UNI) Police have arrested 11 people in connection with the violent clash between two communities at Valmiki Chowk in Nahan on October 23, which left several people, including police personnel, injured and resulted in damage to public and private property.
New Delhi, Oct 28 (UNI) Artificial intelligence may give businesses access to similar tools and greater computing power, but human judgment, creativity, empathy and adaptability will determine their success, business leaders and experts said at the annual Marmagya 11.0 conclave of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur’s Delhi Centre.
Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) The Telangana government has declared 365 mandals across 31 districts as drought-affected in view of adverse seasonal conditions, including deficient rainfall during the 2026 monsoon.
Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Wednesday criticised the Telangana government over the declaration of drought-affected mandals, alleging that several areas with significant rainfall deficits, particularly in the Karimnagar parliamentary constituency, had been excluded from the list.
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.
Panchkula, Oct 27 (UNI) BJP district president Ajay Mittal described Dr. Mangal Sen as a prominent pillar of Haryana politics and a committed nationalist, recalling his contributions to education, healthcare, women’s empowerment and the fight against social evils.
Dharamshala, October 27 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh School Education Board Chairman Dr Rajesh Sharma today said that 38,355 applications out of the 39,984 received for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) November 2026 had been found valid.
Mumbai, Oct 27 (UNI) Nyrraa M Banerji has shared an amusing memory of her first meeting with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, revealing that she was so overwhelmed by the encounter during the shooting of "Dabangg" that she ended up walking in the opposite direction.
Naresh KumarMansa/Sangrur, Oct 27 (UNI) Tension prevailed in Mansa district on Tuesday after police took custody of the body of a man who had died of alleged drug overdose from protesters who were taking it to a sit-in demanding justice for anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhotta.
Rohtak, Oct 27 (UNI) Haryana Human Rights Commission Chairperson Justice Lalit Batra and Member Deep Bhatia, during an inspection of the District Jail Complex at Sunaria, directed the jail administration to strengthen healthcare facilities, address inmates’ grievances and expand vocational training to support their rehabilitation.
Tel Aviv, Oct 27 (UNI) Israeli police arrested a man carrying a knife at an event involving left-wing leader Yair Golan, after his party described the incident as a suspected stabbing attempt during the country''s crucial election campaign.
Kolkata, Oct 27 (UNI) The West Bengal Human Rights Commission (WBHRC) on Tuesday directed the Superintendent of Police of Bongaon Police District to submit a detailed report by November 6 on the alleged encounter death of the prime accused in the rape and murder of a minor girl in Gaighata.
Neeraj BaliChandigarh, Oct 27 (UNI) Defending champions India launched their Asian Champions Trophy hockey campaign with a commanding 13-0 victory over Bangladesh on Tuesday, underlining their status as title favourites as international hockey returned to Punjab after 17 years.
Kolhapur, Oct 27 (UNI) Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana(SSS) national president and former MP Raju Shetty announced the launch of ''Chavani Andolan'' (camp protests) from today at different places of the district to stop transport vehicles from supplying sugarcane to sugar factories for crushing as the first installment had not been announced of Rs 4,500 per tonne sugarcane this year. .
Oleshky, Oct 27 (UNI) A temporary ceasefire has begun in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky, where residents have been left without food, water and electricity. The truce is expected to allow humanitarian aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians on Friday.
Nashik/Akole, Oct 27 (UNI) More than 12,000 farmers and Adivasis, travelling in over 1,000 vehicles, are marching towards Mumbai from Nashik and Akole under the leadership of the All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), demanding concrete action from the Maharashtra government on loan waivers, drought relief, land rights and pending scheme payments.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27(UNI) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Tuesday accused the BJP government in Odisha of failing to protect the state’s interests in the Kotia border dispute, alleging that Andhra Pradesh’s preparations for panchayat elections in the disputed area had exposed the state government’s inaction.
Hyderabad, Oct 27 (UNI) Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla will lead a massive anti-drug awareness rally at Osmania University on Wednesday as part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat campaign to sensitise students and youth to the harmful effects of substance abuse.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) East Coast Railway (ECoR) has stepped up its preparedness to deal with the possible impact of Cyclone ‘Arnab’, which is likely to affect Odisha and Andhra Pradesh between October 27 and 29.
Palwal, Oct 27 (UNI) Police have arrested a man accused of cheating a Uttar Pradesh resident of Rs 3 lakh by selling him fake gold and recovered Rs 60,000, a police spokesman said on Tuesday.
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.
Panchkula, Oct 27 (UNI) In a sweeping move to bring down road accidents and eliminate fatal black spots across the district, Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma on Tuesday issued a string of stringent directives to all departments, making it mandatory to display ''Work in Progress'' signboards at every sewerage, road repair and construction site to enable commuters switch to alternative routes and avoid mishaps.
Srinagar, Oct 27 (UNI) A Kashmiri Pandit activist, Rakesh Handoo, arrested in connection with a ‘cyberterrorism’ case registered in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, was on Tuesday remanded to five days of police custody.
New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth reviewed the Indian Army’s operational preparedness, combat readiness and infrastructure development in the Garhwal Sector during a visit to Mana and Joshimath, with a focus on strengthening border security and promoting development in frontier areas.
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.
Parmod KumarNew Delhi, Oct. 27 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the Central government’s response on two petitions challenging the union Home Ministry’s January 28 and July 9, 2026 orders requiring all six stanzas of Vande Mataram to be sung at formal State functions, with the petitioners seeking quashing of the orders on the ground that they depart from the long-standing practice of using the two-stanza version of the national song.
Hyderabad, Oct 27 (UNI) US-based wealth management platform AssetMark on Tuesday announced opening of its Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, with a capacity to accommodate around 500 employees, to strengthen its global technology and business operations.
Kamlesh KaliPanchkula, Oct 27(UNI) In a sweeping overhaul of its primary education architecture, the Haryana School Education Department has issued a landmark notification re-designating hundreds of government primary schools attached to premier secondary institutions, mandating English-medium instruction from Class 1 and making co-education compulsory across all affected institutions with immediate effect.
Mumbai, Oct 27 (UNI) The Maharashtra Cabinet, in its meeting held today under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, took a series of landmark decisions spanning agriculture, infrastructure, industrial promotion, aviation, and social welfare, including the release of Rs ₹5,000 as immediate advance aid for farmers in 304 drought-stricken talukas ahead of Diwali festival.
Nandurbar, Oct 27 (UNI) She is no marathon runner, but undertook an arduous 90 km long run barefoot in the tribal dominated backward Nandurbar district of Maharashtra to make deaf ears hear.
Imphal, Oct 27 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday inaugurated the 18th Saras Aajeevika Mela 2026 in Imphal, emphasising the crucial role of banks in empowering women entrepreneurs and strengthening rural livelihoods.
Hyderabad, Oct 27 (UNI) Thirteen Backward Class (BC) organisations on Tuesday condemned Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for his alleged personal attacks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding that he withdraw his remarks and tender an unconditional public apology.
Ranchi, Oct 27 (UNI) The body of Devpalik Gupta, digital communication manager of the Jan Suraaj Party, was recovered from bushes near Barwadag in the Angara police station area of Ranchi district on Tuesday, a day after he went missing while travelling from Ranchi to Patna by train.
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.
Hyderabad, Oct 27 (UNI) Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender on Tuesday launched a four-day Maha Padayatra demanding the immediate relocation of the Jawahar Nagar dumping yard, highlighting the health and environmental problems faced by residents of surrounding areas.
Bhandara, Oct 27 (UNI): A 28-year-old man was killed in an attack by two tigers on the Garada-Basora canal road in Maharashtra’s Bhandara district, while four other labourers accompanying him escaped unhurt, officials said on Tuesday.
Kochi, Oct 27 (UNI) The family of Jayabalakrishnan, who was killed in a road accident at Cheranalloor allegedly involving a car driven by a 17-year-old boy, has demanded the suspension of the Additional District Judge whose minor son was allegedly driving the vehicle, cancellation of the teenager’s bail and action against police personnel over the alleged deletion of photographs from a mobile phone inside a police station.
Panchkula, Oct 26 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday marked the completion of 12 years since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) first formed a majority government in the state, describing the period as a journey from resolve to achievement and paying tribute to the administrative legacy of his predecessor, union Minister Manohar Lal.
Chennai, Oct 26 (UNI) On a day of fast paced developments, senior DMK leader and former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested in the Rs 100 crore private school fraud case on Monday evening after the Madras High Court nixed his advance bail plea in the morning and eventually remanded in judicial custody till November six early this morning.
Prayagraj, Oct 26 (UNI) The Bharatiya Kisan union (BKU) has targeted AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi during a Kisan Kranti Mahapanchayat in Mundera Mandi here on Monday.
Mumbai, Oct 26 (UNI) Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has completed shooting for his upcoming film "Manya", with a new-look poster released to mark the 48th anniversary of his production house, Mukta Arts.
Washington, Oct 26 (UNI) Senior US Democrats are demanding that major banks and port authorities preserve records relating to potential imports and other transactions involving Russian diesel, warning that the deals could trigger legal action and congressional investigations if the party regains control of either chamber of Congress.
Gurugram, Oct 26 (UNI) Gurugram Police have arrested a 27-year-old man from Punjab for allegedly molesting a woman at Gurugram''s popular Cyber Hub entertainment complex, three days after the incident was reported, a police spokesperson said on Monday. The accused, identified as Anmol Arora, a resident of Firozpur in Punjab, was arrested on October 25 following an investigation into the incident that occurred at Cyber Hub in DLF Phase-2 on October 22.
New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday called on BRICS parliaments to ensure that technological advancement, including the growing use of artificial intelligence, remained ethical, transparent and accountable, stressing that human oversight must remain paramount as digital innovations reshape governance and legislative processes.
Kolkata, Oct 26 (UNI) In what is being described as an act of medieval-style barbarism, three men, including two teenagers, were allegedly forced to walk naked in public at gunpoint by a minor girl''s family in the Behala area after one of the youths was caught in a compromising position with her, police said on Monday.
Dharamshala, Oct 26 (UNI) Athletes from Kangra, Mandi and the Khelo India Centre delivered notable performances on the opening day of the 67th State-Level Under-19 Boys and Girls Athletics Meet held at the synthetic track in Dharamshala on Monday.
Kolkata, Oct 26 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) here on Monday, with Manvir Singh scoring the decisive goal late in the second half.
Doha (Qatar), Oct 26 (UNI) Two-time Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and in-form trap shooter Neeru Dhanda will lead India’s challenge at the ISSF World Championship 2026 here from November 1 to 14.
Imphal, Oct 26 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today said his Government has been making sincere efforts to restore peace and normalcy in the state through various initiatives and developmental activities.
Berlin, Oct 26 (UNI) Fresh off her runners-up finish in France last week, PV Sindhu will look to go one step further when she spearheads India’s campaign at the Hylo Open 2026 badminton tournament in Germany, starting on Tuesday.
Imphal, Oct 26 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today described the Mera Hou Chongba festival, a tradition observed since the reign of Ebudhou Nongda Lairen Pakhangba, as a “Day of Integrity” that reflects the unity and integrity of Manipur.
Hingoli, Oct 26 (UNI) A longstanding dispute over the use of a common well allegedly led a 23-year-old man to kill his uncle and aunt in Wadad village of Maharashtra’s Hingoli district, police said on Monday.
Lucknow, Oct 26 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released the list of members of the State Working Committee for 2026.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 26 (UNI) Mankind Pharma has called for stronger public awareness of breast cancer, urging people to recognise warning signs, seek medical advice promptly and make informed decisions about screening and treatment as part of its Pink October campaign.
Kakinada, Oct 26 (UNI) Kakinada District Collector M.N. Harendhira Prasad on Monday said people in 11 cyclone-prone mandals were being evacuated to safer places as the district administration geared up to meet any eventuality arising from the impending cyclone.
Chandigarh, Oct 26 (UNI) Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday accused the BJP-led central government of undermining Punjab''s financial and institutional rights, alleging that disputes over river waters, Panjab University and outstanding central dues were being exploited for political gains ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.
Kolkata, Oct 26 (UNI) Political tensions have surfaced within the BJP in West Bengal after two persons accused in the 2020 murder of saffron party leader and lawyer Manish Shukla were allegedly seen at BJP platforms, prompting Barrackpore MLA Kaustav Bagchi to issue a strong warning against their entry into the party.
Kolkata, Oct 26 (UNI) Thousands of BJP workers, led by senior party leader and West Bengal Commerce and Industries Minister Tapas Roy, took out a rally in Kolkata on Monday, protesting against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s controversial remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and demanding an unconditional apology.
New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today called for a new phase of self-reliance in the defence sector, emphasising indigenous development of advanced technologies, stronger research and development (R&D), and resilient domestic supply chains to reduce import dependence and strengthen national security.
New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) Devdutt Padikkal fell one run short of a double-century but put India A firmly in control with a superb 199 on the third day of the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A in Lincoln on Monday.
Dimapur, Oct 26 (UNI) As Nagaland continues to report a significant number of TB cases, a development described as a matter of concern, private practitioners have been asked to stay familiar with government policies, protocols, and the latest treatment guidelines for diagnosing and managing the disease.
Hyderabad, Oct 26 (UNI) All India Students’ Federation (AISF) State President Kasireddy Manikanta Reddy and Secretary Putta Lakshman on Monday demanded the revocation of Malla Reddy University’s recognition, alleging that film-related events are disrupting academic activities at the institution in Medchal-Malkajgiri district.
Vijayawada, Oct 26 (UNI) Vice-President of India C P Radhakrishnan here on Monday called upon medical institutions to strengthen research, foster innovation and develop solutions for pressing healthcare challenges.
New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) Congress general secretary in-charge of communications Jairam Ramesh, on Monday, alleged fresh irregularities in electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka, accusing the Election Commission of India (ECI) of failing to prevent alleged manipulation of voter lists.
Chennai, Oct 26 (UNI) A Division Bench of the Madras High Court on Monday adjourned to November 10, the intra-court appeal filed by TVK Ministers Aadhav Arjuna and CTR.Nirmal Kumar against a Single Judge order granting leave for the main opposition DMK to initiate a Rs 1.01 crore defamatory suit against them and the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) IT Wing, for their remarks linking DMK to POCSO case against granite baron R.Veeramani of Gem Granites.
Neeraj BaliChandigarh, Oct 26 (UNI) The Punjab government''s multimillion-rupee drug census came under fresh political scrutiny on Monday as senior BJP leader Sunil Jakhar demanded publication of its findings and questioned why the administration had not publicly accounted for what the extensive household survey had achieved in tackling narcotics.
Chennai, Oct 26 (UNI) The Madras High Court on Monday adjourned to November 12, a plea filed by the DMK seeking a direction to the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to summon and question Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and two Ministers Aadhav Arjuna and CTR.Nirmal Kumar--for making allegations against DMK of having tried to cover up the POCSO case against tainted bizman R.Veeramani of Gem Granates --and collect evidence allegedly in their possession in connection with the case.
Dubai, Oct 26 (UNI) Basil Hameed of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been reprimanded for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 match against the Netherlands here on Sunday.
Hyderabad, Oct 26 (UNI) AICC General Secretary and Congress observer for Telangana Avinash Pande on Monday demanded the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and an inquiry into his actions, accusing the Election Commission of failing to address concerns over alleged voter deletions.
New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) The Delhi BJP on Monday held a protest near the residence of Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge, one of many similar demonstrations across the country demanding an apology for his alleged “insult” to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s late father at an event in Patna. Saffron cadres staged protests in several parts of the country against Kharge over his alleged disparaging remarks about the Prime Minister’s late father, demanding an apology from him and the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi.
Chennai, Oct 26 (UNI) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the multiple POCSO cases against granite baron R.Veeramani, on Monday informed the Madras High Court that the chargesheet in the first FIR would be filed in the next three weeks.
Bengaluru, Oct 26 (UNI) Actor-entrepreneur Tamannaah Bhatia is betting on a bootstrapped fine jewellery venture to build a 10-city retail network, leveraging a revenue-sharing partnership with Khazana at Taj to expand across India without immediately investing in standalone stores in every market, as she seeks to carve out a niche in the premium fashion fine jewellery segment with contemporary designs priced from Rs 90,000 upwards.
Bengaluru, Oct 26 (UNI) Actor-entrepreneur Tamannaah Bhatia''s fine jewellery brand has expanded into Bengaluru through a retail collaboration with Khazana, Taj''s curated luxury retail destination, as the partnership plans to take the label to 10 cities across India.
Hoogly, Oct 26 (UNI) As Durga Puja festivities draw to a close and pandals across West Bengal are dismantled, members of Sukanta Smriti Sangha in Sukantanagar, Chinsurah, have decided to preserve a section of their marquee to protect a dove nesting in its bamboo framework.
Imphal, Oct 26 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today visited Nongshum in Imphal East district and met the bereaved families of three civilians who were allegedly killed by armed Kuki militants while collecting firewood at Sunurok on October 19.
Mumbai, Oct 26 (UNI) The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly stealing a tempo carrying 2.66 tonnes of tomatoes and selling the produce to local vendors at prices much lower than the prevailing market rates, police said.
Imphal, Oct 25 (UNI) Manipur Police arrested two key accused in an inter-state drug trafficking network, as security forces continued search operations across the state.
Mumbai, Oct 25 (UNI) The makers of "Ramayana" have unveiled ''Mangal Rang'', a song portraying the relationship between Lord Ram and Sita through their wedding celebrations and moments from their life together.
London, Oct 25 (UNI) Two goals from Aston Villa striker Nicolas Jackson ended Manchester City''s 100 percent record at the start of the Premier League season as Aston Villa claimed a 2-1 win at Villa Park.
Yamunanagar, Oct 25 (UNI) Police arrested a man facing trial in 11 previous drug trafficking cases after allegedly recovering 65 grams of heroin from his possession at the Civil Hospital parking area, officials said on Sunday.
Kolhapur, Oct 25 (UNI) A 35-year-old man was allegedly killed by his wife with a pestle (khalbatta) following a domestic quarrel in the Gavbhag area near Trishnu Chowk in Ichalkaranji city of the district.
Imphal, Oct 25 (UNI) The National Sports University (NSU), Manipur, will host the All India Inter-University Thang-Ta (Men''s and Women''s) Championship from October 26 to 28 at the Indoor Stadium, Khuman Lampak Sports Complex, Imphal.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 25 (UNI) In view of the potential cyclonic impact of Cyclone Arnab, TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has activated a comprehensive disaster management and preparedness plan to safeguard power distribution infrastructure and minimise electricity supply disruptions across central Odisha.
Ranchi, Oct 25 (UNI) The Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee on Sunday criticised BJP national president Nitin Nabin for listening to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 139th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ while sitting on the ground, questioning his response to concerns of unemployed youth, tribal communities and families seeking justice.
Chennai, Oct 25 (UNI) The Chennai City police has registered an eighth POCSO case against tainted bizman R.Veeramani of Gem Granites, who arrested and jailed for sexually assaulting several juvenile girls.
Ranchi, Oct 25 (UNI) Jharkhand athlete Emanuel Kisku won gold in the 80-metre hurdles at the 41st National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai, setting a new national record of 10.10 seconds.
Dabwali, Oct 25 (UNI) Police have arrested a man for allegedly kidnapping and raping a minor girl in the Kalanwali area of Haryana''s Dabwali police district, officials said on Sunday.
Bhiwani, Oct 25 (UNI) Police have arrested a woman in connection with the killing of an elderly woman who was allegedly run over by a tractor in a field in Haryana''s Bhiwani district last month, taking the number of arrests in the case to four, officials said today.
Bhiwani, Oct 25 (UNI) Police have arrested a woman in connection with the killing of an elderly woman who was allegedly run over by a tractor in a field in Haryana''s Bhiwani district last month, taking the number of arrests in the case to four, officials said on Sunday.
Chennai, Oct 25 (UNI) Close on the heels of the arrest of a 31-year-old Indian Navy sailor on espionage charges for leaking key and sensitive defence/maritime data linked to Visakhapatnam Naval base to a woman Pakistani Intelligence operative, a former Indian Army Officer was arrested in Vellore district of Tamil Nadu for allegedly leaking key and secret military data to an unidentified woman.
New Delhi, Oct 25 (UNI) Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh on Sunday accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of withholding crucial information about its ECINET software and the alleged use of artificial intelligence in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, demanding that the exercise be suspended immediately and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar be removed. He said the poll body''''s refusal to disclose details about the technology being deployed had raised serious questions about transparency, accountability and the integrity o.
Hyderabad, Oct 25 (UNI) A scrap shop owner suffered severe burn injuries after an explosion triggered a fire at a shop on the ground floor of a G2 building in Church Colony, Ramanthapur, Hyderabad, on Sunday.
Panchkula, Oct 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 139th episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday highlighted sustainable agriculture, traditional industries, organ donation and digital healthcare, with Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini joining residents in Panchkula to listen to the monthly radio address.
Sirsa, Oct 25 (UNI) Unseasonal rain and hail storms have damaged standing paddy and cotton crops across several villages in Haryana''s Sirsa and Fatehabad districts, prompting Congress MP Kumari Selja to demand an immediate assessment of crop losses, compensation for affected farmers and clearance of Rs 2,148 crore in pending paddy procurement payments.
Imphal, Oct 25 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday visited Sinai Camp, a designated Suspension of Operations (SoO) site in Kangpokpi district, following a joint security operation that reportedly found 17 individuals allegedly posing as registered cadres using fake identities.
Pune, Oct 25 (UNI) Hemant Patil, national president of India Against Corruption and an RTI activist, on Sunday, alleged that opposition parties were attempting to create differences between the BJP and the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena within the ruling Mahayuti alliance over the controversy surrounding a viral audio clip linked to Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange-Patil.
Faridabad, Oct 25 (UNI) Traditional handicrafts, festive decorations and regional delicacies are attracting visitors to the third Surajkund Diwali Mela, providing artisans, weavers and small traders from different states an opportunity to showcase their products and reach new customers.
Tirana, Oct 25 (UNI) Albanian riot police fired tear gas, used water cannons and rubber bullets to disperse demonstrators in the capital as student-led anti-government protests intensified over alleged corruption, rising living costs, poor education standards and a controversial luxury resort project linked to US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
Bengaluru, Oct 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the export of Kalaburagi’s tur dal to the Maldives, underscoring the potential of local agricultural produce to reach international markets and create new opportunities for Indian farmers.
Patna, Oct 25 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary today expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for highlighting the export of makhana (fox nuts) from Purnia district of Bihar during the 139th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat.
Kozhikode, Oct 25 (UNI) Kozhikode Town Police have taken a man from Malappuram district into custody for allegedly sending a false warning about a possible attack on Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan.
Lucknow, Oct 25 (UNI) The Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation (CPI(ML)) has condemned the filing of criminal charges against six political and trade union leaders, including state committee member Vijay Vidrohi and AISF state president Manish Sharma, and around 200–250 ASHA workers, in connection with a protest in Lucknow on October 23, alleging that the move is aimed at intimidating protesters and suppressing their democratic rights.
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.
Varanasi, Oct 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated Arvind Limited’s newly constructed garment manufacturing plant at Khochwan in Mirzamurad, Varanasi, his parliamentary constituency.
Vijayawada, Oct 25 (UNI) The YSRCP NTR District Doctors’ Wing has called for the immediate release of its White Paper on unqualified medical practice in Andhra Pradesh following the reported death of an elderly woman in Anantapur after receiving an injection at a first-aid centre allegedly operated by an unqualified practitioner.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 25 (UNI) Outgoing Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has recommended the removal of Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) chairman M R Baiju and 15 other members, forwarding the recommendation to President Droupadi Murmu shortly before demitting office.
New Delhi, Oct 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called on citizens to prioritise locally made products during the festive season, support small businesses and traditional artisans, and strengthen cleanliness drives ahead of Diwali and Chhath, as his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat completed 12 years.
New Delhi, Oct 25 (UNI) Congress general secretary in charge of Communication Jairam Ramesh on Sunday demanded a comprehensive and impartial investigation into the collection and utilisation of donations and offerings at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, accusing the BJP and the RSS of attempting to suppress allegations of financial irregularities and shield those responsible.
New Delhi, Oct 25 (UNI) Congress General Secretary in charge of Communication Jairam Ramesh on Sunday demanded a comprehensive and impartial investigation into the collection and utilisation of donations and offerings at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, accusing the BJP and the RSS of attempting to suppress allegations of financial irregularities and shield those responsible. Questioning the accountability of the temple trust and Prime Minister Narendra Modi''''s silence, Ramesh said the faith of millions of devotees deserved to be respected and challenged the Prime Minister to addr.
Berlin, Oct 25 (Sputnik/UNI) German automaker Volkswagen intends to cut an additional 12,000 jobs by 2030 as part of an intensified cost-cutting programme, the Bild newspaper reported.
Patna, Oct 24 (UNI) IDFC FIRST Bank has topped Bihar’s first-ever scientific assessment of banks’ performance, scoring 74 out of 100 points, while State Bank of India (SBI) and several other major lenders have been placed in the red zone, according to an assessment conducted by the state government.
Panipat, Oct 23 (UNI) Panipat Police have arrested a woman from Mumbai for allegedly facilitating an overseas job fraud by routing money through her bank account in return for commission, police said.
Burdwan, Oct 24 (UNI) A 64-year-old man was arrested for alleged sexual harassment of two minor girls in West Bengal''s East Burdwan district on Saturday, police said.
Imphal, Oct 24 (UNI) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla today graced the inaugural ceremony of the 19th National Conference of the Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of India (SELSICON 2026) and the 29th Annual Conference of the Association of Surgeons of India, Manipur State Chapter (ASIMANICON 2026), at the City Convention Centre in Imphal.
N Satyajeet Imphal, Oct 24 (UNI) Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today said the Government would take up an initiative for the formation of a committee representing all 36 communities of Manipur, following a query from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on whether such a committee existed to bring all communities together.
Bahadurgarh, Oct 24 (UNI) Police have arrested a Delhi-based woman in connection with an alleged honey trap and extortion racket in which a Bahadurgarh businessman was threatened with a false molestation case unless he paid Rs 13 lakh to settle the matter, officials said on Saturday.
Gurugram, Oct 24 (UNI) A former Army serviceman allegedly hired two accomplices to murder his cousin’s 35-year-old wife in Gurugram after she blocked a land deal, with police revealing on Saturday that the killing was planned nearly seven weeks in advance and the attackers fled with jewellery after strangling her inside her home.
Patna, Oct 24 (UNI) IDFC FIRST Bank has topped Bihar''s first-ever scientific assessment of banks'' performance, scoring 74 out of 100 points, while State Bank of India (SBI) and several other major lenders have been placed in the red zone, according to an assessment conducted by the state government.
Lucknow, Oct 24 (UNI) The Samajwadi Party (SP) has demanded immediate action from the Election Commission of India regarding alleged booth capturing and electoral irregularities during the elections in Uttar Pradesh.
Faridabad, Oct 24 (UNI) A fraudulent offer to redeem credit card reward points cost a Faridabad resident Rs 62,029 after cybercriminals posing as ICICI Bank representatives allegedly tricked him into disclosing his card details on a fake website, police said on Saturday, announcing the arrest of two suspects, including a woman who made the deceptive call.
New Delhi, Oct 24 (UNI) Delhi Jal Board Vice-Chairman Satish Upadhyay addressed public grievances related to water and sewer issues at a camp, and resolved several of them, giving on the spot instructions to the officials concerned. .
Bhubaneswar, Oct 24 (UNI) union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs and Power Manohar Lal on Saturday said that India’s future urban mobility systems must be built around three key principles—integration, inclusiveness and intelligence—to ensure seamless connectivity, accessible transport and efficient urban development.
Shivamogga, Oct 24 (UNI) The incident involving Dasara elephant Somanna during Mysuru’s Jamboo Savari has brought the use of elephants in public festivities under scrutiny, with Karnataka School Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa saying the State government will take a scientific view before deciding whether they should continue to be part of such celebrations.
Ranchi, Oct 24 (UNI) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has been invited to attend two upcoming religious conferences organised by the Santhal community to promote tribal culture, traditions and unity.
Sangli, Oct 24 (UNI) Angered by the Maharashtra government''s anti-farmer policy, Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana (SSS) national president and former MP Raju Shetty today launched a ''sit-in'' agitation in totally dried-up Krishna river basin along with party workers and farmers in Pakus of the district, to protest against the state Irrigation department''s decision to suspend release of water from Koyana dam in Krishna river basin, and warned the state government that they will not move from the riverbed until farmers get their rightful water.
Chandigarh, Oct 24 (UNI) The father of slain anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota on Saturday demanded the immediate transfer of Mansa Senior Superintendent of Police Vaibhav Chaudhary, alleging possible police complicity in his son''s murder, even as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted searches at medical stores in the district.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 24 (UNI) The Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) has demanded a Crime Branch investigation into the alleged rape and murder of a Class IX student from Debakumar village in the Paschim Bada area of Jaleswar in Balasore district, alleging serious lapses in the police investigation and possible political interference in the handling of the case.
Bengaluru, Oct 24 (UNI) The Central Crime Branch (CCB) police have arrested Delhi-based Ritesh Pandey in connection with the alleged sting operation targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, marking the first arrest in the case.
Mumbai, Oct 24 (UNI) Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi founder president Prakash Ambedkar has announced that his party will organise a protest here on Wednesday, October 28, to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. .
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.
Patna, Oct 24 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday paid tribute to renowned cartoonist and satirist R K Laxman on his birth anniversary, recalling his lasting contribution to Indian cartoon art and social commentary.
Mumbai, Oct 24 (UNI) OBC leader Navnath Waghmare today demanded an investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) into an alleged Rs 500 crore transaction involving Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and narco-analysis tests for both Jarange and Shinde to establish the truth behind the allegations.
Nagpur, Oct 24 (UNI) The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal have shifted the venue of their planned protest against Maharashtra State Minorities Commission Chairman Pyare Khan from union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s residence to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk in Mahal, where the agitation will be held today.
Eluru, Oct 24 (UNI) A BJP woman leader was stabbed by unidentified miscreants at Thimmapuram village of Addateegala mandal of Polavaram district on Saturday.
Faridabad, Oct 24 (UNI) Punjabi Sufi singer Kanwar Grewal enthralled audiences with his soulful performance at the main Chaupal of the third Surajkund Diwali Mela on Friday evening, bringing Punjabi folk music and Sufi traditions to the forefront of the cultural extravaganza.
Kaithal, Oct 24 (UNI) The Anti-Immigration Cell of Kaithal Police has arrested a man accused of cheating people of Rs 63.60 lakh on the pretext of sending them to Canada, police said on Saturday.
Bahadurgarh, Oct 24 (UNI) Haryana Police have arrested another Delhi resident in connection with the alleged misappropriation of a transport company''s consignment worth over Rs 23 lakh, taking the number of arrests in the case to four, with a recovery of Rs 22.95 lakh in cash from three previously arrested accused, in addition to recovering the consignment.
New Delhi, Oct 24 (UNI) Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh on Saturday accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of attempting to blame software for what he described as a “well-planned conspiracy” to benefit the BJP, after allegedly bizarre entries surfaced in electoral rolls used for the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council elections.
Hamirpur (HP), Oct 23 (UNI) Dr. Dinesh Kumar Aswal, a member of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), today asked students of the local NIT who got degrees in various disciplines to work for improvement of technology so that India went ahead of other nations in technology related issues including disaster management. He said this while awarding degrees to the students of local NIT here today.
Kolkata, Oct 23 (UNI) National Award winner and Padma Shri awardee filmmaker, Madhur Bhandarkar, is set to direct "Shama – The Missing Chapter", a film on the life of Dr Syama Prasad Mukherjee, following an earlier announcement of a separate project on the political leader by associates from the Bengali film industry.
Lucknow, Oct 23 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said today that the work efficiency, achievements, and success stories of officers and employees will be linked to their Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) and promotions, in order to make the administrative system in Uttar Pradesh more capable, sensitive and accountable,.
Solan, Oct 23 (UNI) In a step toward internationalising higher education and modernising high-altitude agricultural science, Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni, has agreed in principle to forge an academic and research alliance with Germany’s Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences.
Pune, Oct 23 ( UNI) Hemant Patil, national president of India Against Corruption and a Right to Information (RTI) activist, on Friday demanded a thorough investigation into an alleged audio clip linked to Maratha community leader Manoj Jarange Patil that has gone viral on social media.
Imphal, Oct 23 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today interacted with representatives of Zenken Corporation, Japan, and six Japanese Social Welfare Corporations who are in Imphal for a recruitment drive.
Panchkula, Oct 23 (UNI) Panchkula Police''s relentless Operation Huntdown has landed an unlikely suspect behind bars: an MBA graduate and former owner of a competitive exam coaching centre, arrested for a house theft in Pinjore. The arrest of 39-year-old Bhim Singh, a Kaithal native who had been living in Shiv Colony, Pinjore, underscores the expanding reach and precision of the operation launched by Commissioner of Police Pankaj Nain to crush theft and chain snatching networks, recover stolen property, and restore public confidence in the city''s security system.
London, Oct 23 (UNI) Premier League leader Manchester City looks to continue its perfect start to the season on Saturday lunchtime when Enzo Maresca''s side visits an improving Aston Villa, while second-placed Arsenal hosts Everton in this weekend''s round of matches.
Berlin, Oct 23 (UNI) Jonas Hofmann scored twice in three minutes as Bayer Leverkusen beat OFI Crete 2-0 away to maintain its perfect start to the UEFA Europa League league phase.
Hyderabad, Oct 23 (UNI) The Telangana government has decided to prepare comprehensive, department-wise action plans to tackle the anticipated drought due to El Niño, with priority to drinking water, irrigation, uninterrupted power supply, farmer support and rural employment.
Wardha, Oct 23 (UNI) A woman medical officer was allegedly slapped by a man brought by police for a mandatory medical examination at a primary health centre in Wardha district of Maharashtra on Friday.
Chattogram, Oct 23 (UNI) More than 100 indigenous people were injured after the Bangladesh Army allegedly baton-charged protesters in Sajek in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) on October 22, the Asian Centre for Human Rights (ACHR) has claimed.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 23 (UNI) The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has directed the Thiruvananthapuram City Police Chief to place the investigation into the leak of CCTV footage from the state-owned Kairali, Sree and Nila theatres under the supervision of a senior police officer.
Raigad, Oct 23 (UNI) Intensifying power-sharing dynamics within the ruling Mahayuti coalition, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has strongly reiterated its claim over the state''s vital finance portfolio, declaring it to be a foundational stance of the party since its inception.
New Delhi, Oct 23 (UNI) Police on Friday stopped a protest march against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in central Delhi as demonstrators sought to proceed towards the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters, alleging that the exercise could lead to the exclusion of eligible voters.
Patna, Oct 23 (UNI) RJD Working President and Leader of Opposition in Bihar Tejashwi Yadav on Friday accused the BJP of attempting to manipulate the Bihar Legislative Council elections by adding fake voters to electoral rolls, while a clash between rival political camps in Mokama and a late-night police visit to an RJD candidate’s residence added to the political tension surrounding the polls.
Srinagar, Oct 23 (UNI) Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) headed by jailed MP Engineer Rashid on Friday urged the Jammu and Kashmir government to introduce a time-bound, legally sustainable policy for regularising eligible daily wagers, consolidated-pay employees, contractual workers and other temporary staff, saying prolonged uncertainty has left thousands of families anxious about their future.
Mysuru, Oct 23 (UNI) Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has alleged that an attempted blackmail plot lay behind the controversial sting operation targeting him, naming Krupa Alva of Mangaluru and a journalist as allegedly being involved and calling for a transparent investigation to establish the facts.
CRIME VEERMANI POCSO CASE DAUGHTER DETAINEDChennai, Oct 23 (UNI) Archana Veeramani, daughter of paedophile accused R.Veeramani of Gem Granites, who was facing multiple POCSO cases for sexually abusing several juvenile girls, was deboarded from a Singapore-bound aircraft and detained at the Chennai airport by the police on Friday afternoon.
New Delhi, Oct 23 (UNI) Delhi BJP president Harsh Malhotra on Friday took a dig at Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, stating that he has often been in the news for the wrong reasons like entering Parliament and the Assembly after consuming alcohol, and now he has become the first CM in the country to be fined Rs 50,000 under the Customs Act, 1962, the BJP leader claimed.
Panchkula, Oct 23 (UNI) Delhi recorded “poor” air quality with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 230 on Friday, joining 13 other cities and towns across the National Capital Region in the same category, while Manesar registered the bulletin’s highest reading at 289.
Mumbai, Oct 23 (UNI) The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested three more people in case of alleged firing incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff, taking the total number of accused into further focus as investigators probe the alleged network behind the incident.
Mumbai, Oct 23 (UNI) A man allegedly found loitering outside Bollywood thespian Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa bungalow in suburban Juhu for a prolonged period was detained by police for questioning today, officials said.
Kolhapur, Oct 23 (UNI) A major political twist has emerged in the Kolhapur District Cooperative Milk Producers Union, popularly known as ''Gokul Dudh'', chairman''s election scheduled for October 29, due to a critical quorum shortfall.
New Delhi, Oct 23 (UNI) Congress chairman of media and publicity Pawan Khera on Friday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the government’s China policy, citing continuing military face-offs along the Arunachal Pradesh frontier, concerns over patrolling access in sensitive border areas and a record trade deficit with Beijing.
Manoj Bhadra Varanasi, Oct 23 (UNI) For years, Reena Singh led a life familiar to many educated rural women, with her B.Ed. Degree lying unused, as household responsibilities left her with little opportunity to put her education to work. Her life took a turn in 2016, when a Self-Help Group (SHG) was formed in her village in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s parliamentary constituency.
Karnal, Oct 23 (UNI) A Dial 112 emergency response team of Karnal Police rescued a woman, who was found drowning in a canal after a search spanning nearly one kilometre along its banks, police said on Friday.
Mumbai, Oct 23 (UNI) A 21-year-old woman employed as security staff at Navi Mumbai International Airport died after allegedly being stabbed multiple times by her former boyfriend near Nerul railway station following her refusal to marry him official said here on Friday.
Chennai, Oct 23 (UNI) Hatsun Agro Product Ltd (HAP), India’s largest private sector dairy company, has delivered a strong performance in Q2 of the current fiscal, recording 19.36 pc growth in revenue.
Chennai, Oct 23 (UNI) In a spinechilling incident that has sent shock waves across the state, an armed gang brutally attacked a family, killing a woman, grievously injured her husband and son, kidnapped their two daughters and fled the scene, at Mudhalur village near Sathankulam in the southern Thoothukudi district of Tamil Nadu on Friday morning.
Agartala, Oct 23 (UNI) The Left Front has urged the Tripura government to request central paramilitary forces for the upcoming urban local body elections, including those for the Agartala Municipal Corporation, scheduled for the last week of November.
Imphal, Oct 23 (UNI) Tensions have escalated in Manipur, with a fresh 48-hour shutdown beginning at midnight following the killing of a youth identified as Rakesh in Thoubal district.
Chennai, Oct 23 (UNI) Expressing their strong opposition to mass deletion of voters and reiterating their demand for the ouster of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) C.Gyanesh Kumar over SIR row, a majority of political parties in Tamil Nadu, including the INDIA Bloc of which the ruling TVK headed by Chief Minister Vijay was a partner, the Opposition DMK and Naam Tamizhar Katchi (NTK) walked out of the All Party meeting on Special Summary Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls convened by the Election Commission of India (ECI), on Friday.
Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) Actor Ayushmann Khurrana says he shares a similar outlook on cinema with Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor, a creative alignment he believes has made their collaboration on "Udta Teer" special.
Nashik, Oct 22 (UNI) Serious questions have been raised over Maharashtra’s healthcare system after a 38-year-old woman, Madhu Bablu Sabad, from the Kathewadi area near Thengoda in Baglan taluka of Nashik district, was allegedly denied timely medical treatment following a leopard attack.
Baroda, Oct 22 (UNI) Fast bowler Renuka Singh Thakur has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe.
Agartala, Oct 22 (UNI) Following the arrest of Amir Shokeen, a social media content creator, over alleged racial slurs hurled at a young tribal man from Tripura, a police team from Tripura, with DSP Headquarters Samudra Debbarma at the helm, has traveled to Delhi this evening to secure Amir''s transit remand to Agartala.
Imphal, Oct 22 (UNI) Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today highlighted the role of self-help groups and skill development initiatives in strengthening rural livelihoods, empowering women and creating employment opportunities for the youth at the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0, organised by the Manipur State Rural Livelihoods Mission (MSRLM) at the Main Conference Hall, Manipur Secretariat, Mantripukhri, Imphal.
Imphal, Oct 22 (UNI) Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, reviewed the progress of the ongoing Indo-Myanmar border fencing works during a meeting held today at the Conference Hall of Lok Bhavan, Imphal.
Panchkula, Oct 22 (UNI) The six-year reign of Haryana Public Service Commission Chairman Alok Verma came to a formal close on Thursday, leaving the state''s most powerful recruitment body headless at a time when thousands of government job aspirants are waiting for appointments that can alter their lives.
Barasat, Oct 22 (UNI) A Barasat court on Thursday remanded Sheikh Rakibul Islam, a motorcycle showroom owner arrested in connection with the recovery of explosives and suspected prohibited chemicals from a vehicle at Duttapukur in West Bengal''s North 24-Parganas district, to three days of police custody.
Ranchi, Oct 22 (UNI) BJP spokesperson Shobha Yadav on Thursday demanded a white paper on the implementation of Jharkhand’s Mukhyamantri Sarathi Yojana, seeking details of skill training, job placements, unemployment allowance and expenditure under the scheme.
Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal today demanded that gangster Lawrence Bishnoi be transferred from Sabarmati Jail in Gujarat to the Anda Cell of Mumbai''s Arthur Road Jail for interrogation, alleging a breakdown of law and order in the state.
Dhanbad, Oct 22 (UNI) Sunil Kumar, a 1991-batch alumnus of Indian School of Mines (ISM), Dhanbad, has been appointed chairman of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), with the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approving his appointment, according to an official order.
MC RajanChennai, Oct 22 (UNI) Shedding his saffron skin and trying to occupy the pro-Tamil political space, former Tamil Nadu BJP president K.Annamalai has decided to take on Prime Minister Modi head-on, ridiculing the BJP for manufacturing enemies at all times, and castigating the saffron party for forgetting that it has been in power for more than a decade.
Gurugram, Oct 22 (UNI) Police have arrested a man for allegedly employing a 14-year-old orphan to transport goods in an e-rickshaw. In a separate case, three men were arrested and a juvenile apprehended for allegedly assaulting a watchman and his family over a garbage dispute.
Imphal, Oct 22 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Thursday assured representatives of Maring Naga-inhabited villages under Machi Block in Tengnoupal district that the state government would take necessary action on issues relating to infrastructure, healthcare, security and community development.The assurance came during a meeting between the Chief Minister and a delegation led by Jajo Sylvester, headman, at the CM Bungalow in Imphal on Wednesday. The delegation also included Wairok Hangshing, president of the Maring Uparap Assembly, and Bosco Maring, chairman of Machi Vil.
Saint Paul, Oct 22 (UNI) US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has denied allegations of immigration fraud in her first interview since federal agents searched her residence last week, saying she believes the operation was intended to appease allies of President Donald Trump.
Anantapur, Oct 22 (UNI) A man and his son were killed and his wife and another son critically injured when the bike on which they were travelling was hit by a car at Donamukkala village in Anantapur district on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Oct 22 (UNI) Scientists at the CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CSIR-CCMB), Hyderabad, have discovered a key mechanism through which human cells detect viral infections and activate the body''s immune defence system.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 22 (UNI) The bodies of three Keralites who died in a fire at a multi-storey residential complex in Bochum, Germany, will reach Kochi on October 23, with NORKA Roots making arrangements to transport them to their respective homes in Kerala.
Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) BJP Maharashtra chief spokesperson Navnath Ban on Thursday said he would urge Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to order a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into an audio clip played by Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil to establish its authenticity.
Astana (Kazakhstan), Oct 22 (UNI) Asian Games champion Sujeet Kalkal will headline India''s squad for the World Wrestling Championships 2026 in Astana, Kazakhstan, from October 24 to November 1.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 22 (UNI) In a significant step towards reducing maternal mortality associated with sickle cell disease, Odisha has formulated a comprehensive protocol for the management of pregnancy among women affected by the disorder, marking a major milestone in strengthening maternal healthcare in the state.
Imphal, Oct 22 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Thursday assured representatives of Maring Naga-inhabited villages under Machi Block in Tengnoupal district that the state government would take necessary action on key issues concerning infrastructure, healthcare, security and community development.
Neeraj BaliChandigarh, Oct 22 (UNI) A 40-year-old man was shot dead by two masked motorcycle-borne assailants in Punjab''s Tarn Taran district on Wednesday evening, hours after being released from police custody, in what investigators suspect was a revenge killing linked to a deadly rivalry between criminal gangs, police said.
Hyderabad, Oct 22 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday assured the Mudiraj community that the government would discuss its demand for inclusion in the BC-A category at the next Cabinet meeting.
Chhatraapati Sambhajinagar, Oct 22 (UNI) Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil has launched a scathing attack on the ruling dispensation, alleging that a three-year conspiracy by political strategists and leaders to crush the Maratha reservation movement, defame him, and sow discord within the community.
Agartala, Oct 22 (UNI) A tragic road accident near Udaipur on the Agartala-Sabroom National Highway claimed the lives of veteran Tripura journalist Biman Dhar (82) and his 30-year-old grandson, precipitating profound distress throughout the media community.
Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) A 53-year-old man died after being hit by a Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus while unloading hens from a poultry transport tempo near Majas Depot in Andheri, officials said.
Jammu, Oct 22 (UNI) A middle aged man has been arrested after he allegedly sets his stepmother ablaze in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Mumbai, Oct 22 (UNI) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mumbai Zonal Unit, has arrested a Zambian woman for allegedly attempting to smuggle cocaine into India by concealing the narcotic substance inside her body, recovering 190 grams of the drug valued at around Rs 1 crore, officials said.
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.
Sirsa, Oct 21 (UNI) Haryana Congress president Rao Narender Singh on Wednesday demanded a white paper on 20 key election promises as the BJP government completed two years of its third term, accusing it of failing to address unemployment, farmers’ grievances, crime and corruption. .
Itanagar, Oct 21 (UNI) National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Special Monitor Prof. Kanhaiya Tripathi has called for stronger institutional mechanisms to promote human rights awareness, gender equality and student welfare at Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU).
Varanasi, Oct 21 (UNI) On Wednesday, on the foundation day of the Azad Hind Government, a crowd of devotees gathered at the Subhash Mandir in Lamhi, Varanasi, to pay obeisance.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 21 (UNI) Odisha Government on Wednesday directed all concerned departments and district collectors to ensure time-bound implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules-2026, calling for stricter enforcement, scientific waste processing and coordinated action to strengthen waste management systems across the state.
Imphal, Oct 21 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh was conferred the prestigious Grand Master 9th Dan by the Global Traditional Taekwondo Federation (GTTF) today during the inaugural ceremony of the 1st Manipur State Poomsae Taekwondo Championship 2026 at Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium, Imphal. .
Akola, Oct 21 (UNI) A woman Assistant Sub-Inspector of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has rescued two passengers from potentially fatal accidents at Akola railway station within seven days, officials said on Wednesday.
Mumbai, October 21 (UNI) Bank of Baroda has launched its festive campaign, ‘bob Ke Sang Tyohaar Ki Umang – Shubh Bhi, Labh Bhi’, offering a range of benefits across home loans, car loans, MSME financing, savings products and debit card spending.
New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) The Indian Army’s apex-level biannual Army Commanders’ Conference commenced in New Delhi on Wednesday, with senior military leadership set to deliberate on the evolving security environment, operational preparedness, capability development and the force’s transformation into a future-ready fighting force.
Parbhani, Oct 21 (UNI) NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) MLA Rohit Pawar urged political leaders to stop trading allegations and counter-allegations and instead focus on the drought situation, the mounting distress in rural areas and measures to revive the rural economy.
Mumbai, Oct 21 (UNI) Senior Congress spokesperson Atul Londhe on Wednesday demanded a public apology from Maharashtra Minister Jaykumar Gore for his remarks on the recent Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) students'' agitation in Pune, alleging that the statement insulted students preparing for competitive examinations.
Tirana, Oct 21 (UNI) The Albanian government is preparing a package of measures against protesters who attack police officers, engage in violence during demonstrations or damage public and private property.
New Delhi, October 21 (UNI) India’s artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem could add $50 billion to $100 billion to the country’s listed market capitalisation over the next two to five years, supported by a potential surge in initial public offerings (IPOs) by privately held AI companies, according to Goldman Sachs.
New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) India captain Smriti Mandhana is encouraged by the team’s progress as they prepare for next year’s inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy, which will be held on home soil in February.
Vijayawada, Oct 21 (UNI) Dr. Ambati Naga Radhakrishna Yadav, Chairman of YSRCP NTR District Doctors’ Wing, has alleged that the software-based counselling process adopted from the second round of MBBS admissions in Andhra Pradesh is flawed as it is causing injustice to eligible BC, SC and ST students by denying them fair opportunities under the open competition category.
Gohana, Oct 21 (UNI) Mumbai police arrested a man from Baroda village in Haryana’s Gohana area on Wednesday in connection with a firing incident allegedly involving actor Tiger Shroff as the target.
Mumbai, Oct 21 (UNI) A local court here in Mumbai on Wednesday remanded three accused in the firing incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff’s car to police custody till October 31 for further investigation.
Neeraj BaliChandigarh, Oct 21 (UNI) A 55-year-old businessman from Chhattisgarh was found unconscious in a room at a luxury hotel in Chandigarh on Wednesday and was later declared dead at a hospital, according to local media reports citing police.
Hyderabad, Oct 21 (UNI) Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla appreciated the literary contributions of Dr Vakulabharanam Krishna Mohan Rao, former Chairman of the Telangana State BC Commission, and encouraged him to continue writing.
Amethi, Oct 21 (UNI) An unknown youth pelted stones at the Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity Superfast Express before Amethi station on Tuesday night.
Nashik, Oct 21 (UNI) A 41-year-old woman was killed in a brutal leopard attack in the Tangoda area under the jurisdiction of Satana Police Station on October 20, 2026.
Chennai, Oct 21 (UNI) Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) Dharapuram Assembly bypoll candidate M.Karthika, who was arrested along with her husband and seven other party functionaries, for staging protests during TVK Founder and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay''s road show during campaigning, were remanded in judicial custody, even as NTK Founder and Chief Coordinator Seeman annnounced a state-wide protest demonstration on October 24 to condemn the arrests and to demand their release.
New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed grief over the death of Vummidi Ethiraj, paying tribute to his craftsmanship in creating the historic Sengol presented to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1947 and his contribution to preserving India’s cultural heritage.
New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) Congress president and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday condemned the killing of four civilians in the latest outbreak of violence in Manipur, accusing the BJP of failing to restore peace and demanding answers from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and union Home Minister Amit Shah over the prolonged crisis.
New Delhi, Oct 21 (UNI) Reliance Industries’ digital services subsidiary, Jio Platforms, saw its initial public offering (IPO) fully subscribed on the first day of bidding on Wednesday, with strong participation from qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) offsetting relatively muted demand from retail investors.
Gorakhpur, Oct 21(UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s sensitivity and prompt decision during the traditional Vijayadashami procession from Gorakshpeeth, the world-renowned centre of the Nath tradition, on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami set an example of service to humanity. His decision also sent a clear message that saving a life is more important than any tradition.
Ahmedabad, Oct 21 (UNI) Bangladesh’s seasoned campaigner Md Siddikur Rahman underlined his credentials with a three-under-par 69 to seize the first-round lead at the DP World PGTI Qualifying School 2026-27 Final Qualifying Stage at Kensville Golf & Country Club here on Tuesday.
Bankura, Oct 20 (UNI) Accused Mongal Chowdhury, arrested for allegedly hacking his wife and father to death in the name of black magic ritual (Tantra Sadhana), was shifted to Bankura Medical College Hospital by police today.
Jammu, Oct 20 (UNI) Nearly 500 individuals took part in the 21-kilometre Half Marathon on the second day of the Basohli Utsav on Tuesday, aimed at promoting fitness, sportsmanship and athletic excellence. .
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 20 (UNI) The traditional Arattu procession of Lord Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple was held here on Tuesday, marking the culmination of the ten-day Alpashi festival, with the ceremonial deities taken to Shanghumugham beach for the sacred ritual bath.
Chandigarh, Oct 20 (UNI) A Punjab Police personnel assigned as a gunman to former Congress legislator Kulbir Singh Zira was among three people arrested in a joint operation by the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police near the India-Pakistan border in Tarn Taran district on Tuesday, with 525 grams of opium allegedly recovered from their possession.
Imphal, Oct 20 (UNI) Intensifying the joint search and intelligence-based operations following recent violence in the state, Manipur Police and Central security forces have arrested three suspects in connection with the alleged deadly attack at Sunurok Hill in which three Meitei villagers were killed by armed Kuki militants and recovered 12 firearms, 1,095 live rounds of ammunition, explosives and other items.