Rajinikanth on rejecting 'Baasha 2' and 'Petta 2' • Vivek Oberoi remembers Nana Patekar; recalls 'Darna Mana Hai' memories • In A U-Turn, Trump Signs Oil Deal With Putin, Zelensky Calls Move "Unworthy" • US Lifts Sanctions On Sale Of Russian Diesel Until April 2027
Hindustan Times
CJP Jantar Mantar protest LIVE: With a massive turnout expected at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)'s protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar today, Delhi has been turned into a fortress. The demonstration is scheduled to begin at 10am.
Hindustan Times
Delhi Police on Friday denied the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) permission to protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday.
The Hindu
Authorities have taken several measures ahead of the protest, including internet curbs in parts of Delhi, the shutting down of markets and Metro stations, and the cancelling dozens of trains bound for the capital.
The Hindu
Pinarayi, Riyas and Veena denied an opportunity to be heard, which can be construed as denial of natural justice and could be challenged in the High Court or the Supreme Court, they say. Some also say that single judge’s order bypasses a law that mandates appr
The Hindu
S. Jaishankar arrived in Ethiopia on October 8 from Côte d’Ivoire on the final leg of his three-nation tour of African countries, which also included Ghana.
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Hindustan Times
CJP Jantar Mantar protest LIVE: With a massive turnout expected at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)'s protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar today, Delhi has been turned into a fortress. The demonstration is scheduled to begin at 10am.
Delhi Police on Friday denied the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) permission to protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday.
Authorities have taken several measures ahead of the protest, including internet curbs in parts of Delhi, the shutting down of markets and Metro stations, and the cancelling dozens of trains bound for the capital.
Pinarayi, Riyas and Veena denied an opportunity to be heard, which can be construed as denial of natural justice and could be challenged in the High Court or the Supreme Court, they say. Some also say that single judge’s order bypasses a law that mandates appr
S. Jaishankar arrived in Ethiopia on October 8 from Côte d’Ivoire on the final leg of his three-nation tour of African countries, which also included Ghana.
The TVK failed to match the vote count secured by the AIADMK in the general election, despite the defection of the former AIADMK legislator and the shift of the DMK’s erstwhile allies to the ruling party
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NDTV
US President Donald Trump said Friday that he had secured Russian leader Vladimir Putin's agreement to release diesel into US and global markets, vowing this will help cool surging energy costs amid war with Iran.
NDTV
Trump said Russia will immediately supply more than 300,000 tons of diesel, followed by 500,000 tons in November, and one million tons immediately thereafter.
NDTV
Katie Zacharia, a lawyer and communications adviser to Trump's media company, will succeed Karoline Leavitt, who stepped down in August.
NDTV
Five of the six recipients, according to USISPF, were born outside the United States. The forum cited their achievements as evidence of the contribution of immigrant talent to American innovation and prosperity.
The Hindu
S. Jaishankar arrived in Ethiopia on October 8 from Côte d’Ivoire on the final leg of his three-nation tour of African countries, which also included Ghana.
NDTV
The quake was registered at a shallow depth of 12 kilometres, meaning its impact was likely to be more severe.
Markets, Dalal Street, companies and the money moving India's economy.
Mint
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), Norway's central bank, and the asset management arms of Goldman Sachs, SBI and HDFC are among more than 30 foreign and domestic investors considering participation in Zetwerk's anchor book ahead of its IPO.
Startups, silicon and the digital systems rewiring Indian life.
Gadgets 360
France’s National Assembly Finance Committee has approved two amendments to the proposed 2027 budget that would change how cryptocurrency transactions are taxed. One proposal would make conversions into qualifying stablecoins taxable from January 1, 2027, whil
Gadgets 360
Xiaomi recently teased the launch of its flagship, the Xiaomi 18 Pro, in India. The company has now taken the opportunity to showcase it for the first time in the country at the ongoing India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026. Xiaomi has also confirmed that the India
Gadgets 360
The Hindu
Both, Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 SoC claim to enhance agentic AI, camera capabilities, battery, gaming and thermal performance of the flagship smartphones
YourStory
Venture capital funding into Indian startups recorded a sharp decline in the second week of October and this was primarily due to absence of large deals.
Gadgets 360
Oppo has officially confirmed the debut of ColorOS 17 in India on October 13. The company has also started teasing the India launch of Enco X4 TWS earbuds and the Oppo Pad Mini. ColorOS 17 will arrive with the upcoming Find X10 series. It has not revealed the
ISRO, research, climate and the long view of the natural world.
Times of India
In a significant move for environmental conservation, a 27-acre forested area near Pittsburgh will receive lasting protection thanks to $277,200 in funding. This investment will facilitate the Lowries Run Expansion Project, essential for forest preservation. T
In 2004, Kris Tompkins played a pivotal role in securing a Chilean ranch aimed at ecological restoration. This significant initiative targeted the revival of native ecosystems, minimizing livestock grazing impacts, and dismantling barriers that hinder wildlife
Medicine, public health and wellbeing across India.
The Hindu
Under the existing framework, pharmaceutical manufacturers are prohibited from advertising drugs covered under these schedules without prior government approval. However, the corresponding restriction does not explicitly cover entities involved in the retail a
Hindustan Times
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: An expert dispels common breast cancer misconceptions and revealed warning signs you should know.
Hindustan Times
Discover the best affordable fitness bands under ₹3000 that track your health, monitor sleep, and help you reach your fitness goals.
Hindustan Times
Know what kind of shoes you should wear in order to protect your knee health! Expert also reveals whether flats or heels hurt your knees more.
Hindustan Times
A lot of breast cancer survivors have questions regarding pregnancy and breastfeeding that often go unaddressed. Dr Sharma shares what mothers should know.
Hindustan Times
Discover the benefits of cardio exercises and learn how to choose the perfect cardio machine for your home gym to support your fitness journey.
Cricket, the leagues and the stories behind every scoreline.
The Hindu
The West Indian’s batting graph has gone north ever since landing in India. After five outings against the Men in Blue across three ODIs and two T20Is, Hope has added 432 golden runs to his international tally
India captain Shreyas Iyer blamed heavy dew and the batting-friendly pitch for his team's six-wicket defeat against West Indies despite scoring 249. He praised Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford for their match-winning partnership. Hope, who scored an unbeaten
The Russian GM recently got a measure of revenge for his 2021 World championship loss, beating Magnus Carlsen to help his side win the Global Chess League. He talks about the upcoming Gukesh-Sindarov clash, the dynamics of title matches and the next generation
Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson criticised Gautam Gambhir for frequently changing India’s playing XI and batting order, saying it affects team consistency. However, he praised Gambhir for backing players like Sanju Samson. Meanwhile, West Indies def
Australia's 18-member squad has an average age of around 32.6, with only three players under 30.
Joel Embiid’s missed alley-oop against Brooklyn Nets has led to NBA fans sharing their anxieties about the player’s overall readiness as former player Kendrick Perkins questioned his form for the new season
Bollywood, regional cinema, music, books and the culture conversation.
Times of India
Rajinikanth has made it clear that he is not a fan of movie sequels, expressing concerns about their usual lack of innovation. He rejected ideas for 'Baasha 2' and 'Petta 2,' deeming them uninspiring. However, upon revisiting 'Jailer,' he saw the potential for
Times of India
Vivek Oberoi honored the memory of Nana Patekar following his passing at age 75. He shared a post reflecting on their collaborations and his father's past work with Nana. The actor emphasized the loss felt and praised Nana's impactful legacy in cinema. Tribute
Times of India
Nani is reportedly overseeing changes to his film 'The Paradise' for its upcoming OTT release. The team may include previously deleted scenes in the digital version to enhance viewer satisfaction. Nani expressed understanding of the criticism received after th
Times of India
Baththa has seen an increase in box office earnings, accumulating Rs 17.06 crore in net collections. On its second Friday, Baththa collected Rs 1.60 crore, showcasing a growth over previous earnings. Meanwhile, Dorothy's collections on its 15th day reached Rs
Times of India
Jason Sanjay's directorial debut, 'Sigma', has grossed Rs 8.32 cr net in India after its first eight days. The film opened on October 2, 2026, with an impressive opening-day gross collection of Rs 2.70 cr. Following a strong start, the collections saw a declin
Times of India
On October 9, 'Hanuman Ansh' recorded an increase in daily earnings following its Telugu version's release. The film earned Rs 1.20 crore on Day 64, marking a 60% rise from the previous day. Domestic net collections reached Rs 329.18 crore, contributing to a w
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