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Members of the Disha Students’ Organisation stage a protest against the restrictions on demonstrations at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.

Jantar Mantar denotification as protest site based on SC orders: Delhi cops tells HC

Delhi Police has removed Jantar Mantar’s 33-year designation as a protest site, naming three alternatives on Monday: Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground and CBD Ground. The move follows the Supreme Court’s October 9 call for a larger, better-equipped venue that safeguards public safety. The court will hear a challenge to a denied protest request November 17.

Lisa Cook’s lawyer challenges Trump’s latest removal effort, questioning the hearing’s fairness as she remains unavailable on November 5.. REUTERS/Nathan Howard/File Photo

Fed Reserve Governor Lisa Cook’s lawyer denounces Trump’s latest firing bid after year-long fight

Lisa Cook’s lawyer challenged Trump’s effort to remove the Federal Reserve governor, arguing a White House inquiry into mortgage allegations may not ensure a fair hearing. Abbe Lowell questions panel impartiality and evidence procedures, and says Cook cannot attend November 5 because of meetings in Europe. Cook denies wrongdoing; the Supreme Court requires procedural protections.

Jack Nicholson was reported to be the anonymous donor behind a Santa Monica Mountains land gift.

In 1994, a mystery donor gave 60 acres to wildlife; Jack Nicholson was later reported as the donor

Jack Nicholson was reported to have donated 60 acres in Coldwater Canyon to the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, preserving a corridor linking parks and protecting land approved for four homes. Connected habitats support movement, genetic diversity and survival; a 2014 study found isolated lions had low diversity and close inbreeding. The study did not assess the parcel; the gift was made anonymously in 1994.

Numerology Horoscope

Numerology Horoscope Today: Predictions for October 14, 2026

Today’s numerology reading urges patience, honest communication and self-care, while warning that issues may resurface. Number 1 may face family friction; 2 and 3 enjoy sociable days; 4 is urged toward reflection; 5 should soften disagreements; 6 address relationship tension; 7 accept recognition; 8 pursue paperwork; and 9 set boundaries. Each forecast includes daily lucky symbols.

Metallica Rose Harrison has been accused of fatally stabbing her husband and three-year-old son. Image for representational purpose.

Who is Metallica Rose Harrison? Towanda woman suspected of Great Wolf Lodge double murder

Metallica Rose Harrison, 27, is charged with two counts of criminal homicide after her husband and three-year-old son were found dead at Pennsylvania’s Great Wolf Lodge on Monday. She called 911, and a motive remains undetermined. Harrison awaits arraignment and preliminary hearing; prosecutors must prove sufficient evidence for trial, while investigators review knives and evidence.

The intentions behind the October 11 order — which also designates three new spots, all requiring tens of thousands of rupees to pre-book and two of which are on the fringes of the city — are clear. The new sites are sprawling, some host various commercial activities, and they are far from the nerve centre of the power corridor. (PTI)

Of protest sites and power corridors

The Centre’s decision to remove Jantar Mantar from designated protest sites threatens a decades-old space for dissent, pushing demonstrators toward costly, distant venues that weaken visibility and access. Though authorities cite order and congestion, protests near Parliament affirm accountability. Since 1993, the observatory’s lane has hosted campaigns, following relocations from Boat Club and India Gate.

Kelly Clarkson said she had visited hoping to purchase an item but was abruptly informed that it was not for sale.

Kelly Clarkson sparks row over singing bird; Brooklyn store owner breaks silence: ‘getting attacked’

Art of Play co-owner Rubin says Kelly Clarkson’s criticism after a Brooklyn visit sparked threats, harassment and reviews, calling the dispute an “insane misunderstanding.” He said she left before staff could show a $2,000 singing-bird automaton. Clarkson said the item she wanted was declared unavailable; the shop says it is fixed in place for performances.

Michael Jordan, whose $7 million gift in 2017 was announced to open two health clinics in Charlotte, North Carolina.

A $7 million gift from Michael Jordan opened two Charlotte clinics; in 2023, they had 9,000+ visits

Novant Health’s two Charlotte clinics, funded by Michael Jordan’s $7 million 2017 gift, recorded over 9,000 visits in 2023, showing use but not proving broader health gains. Designed as medical homes offering routine care, they targeted underserved neighborhoods where 100,000 residents lacked insurance. Emergency-room reductions were projections, not measured results; Jordan later funded two Wilmington clinics.

In October 2025, the court allowed green crackers in Delhi-NCR for three days, within fixed hours. Conventional firecrackers were sold openly beside boxes stamped “green” with no certification behind them, licensed makers sold the QR codes meant to vouch for genuine products, and Delhi had no laboratory to test any of it. (HT Archive)

Practical issues in allowing crackers

The Supreme Court will hear Delhi-NCR and firecracker cases together on October 15, seeking a “pragmatic and practical” approach that respects religious sentiment. An amicus cited last year’s fake green crackers and weak enforcement, when Delhi recorded its worst Diwali pollution peak since 2021. The article urges testing and inspections across the supply chain before sale.

Ethiopia is currently witnessing fighting in its Tigray province that borders Eritrea, renewed tensions in Amhara, and the formation of an extraordinary alliance of armed groups opposed to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government/ (AFP)

New conflict in Ethiopia can become a global problem

Ethiopia’s renewed conflict threatens a regional crisis: fighting in Tigray and Amhara and a seven-group alliance challenge Abiy Ahmed, imperilling Red Sea trade and stability. Former enemies unite amid unresolved grievances and centralisation tensions; Eritrea, Egypt, Sudan and Gulf powers pursue competing interests. The 2022 Pretoria Agreement failed to settle core disputes, and African institutions urge restraint.

A nation is judged not by those at the top of the ladder but by those on its lowest rung. PM Modi has turned this philosophy into a method of government. Its focus is the poor, women, the young and farmers. Its instrument is direct delivery, so that what the State sends is what the citizen receives. (Narendra Modi Photo Gallery/ANI)

Moving governance from welfare to empowerment

India’s development model is shifting from welfare to empowerment and participation, aiming for a developed Bharat by 2047. Direct transfers and schemes for clean cooking, sanitation, healthcare and small-business credit have widened access, especially for women and poorer households. Rooted in antyodaya, putting the last first, the vision aims to make citizens builders of progress.

The Delhi Police said they were placing the CJP leaders Das, Ranka and Shinde “under preventive arrest”.

CJP claims Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka arrested, Delhi Police calls it preventive

The Cockroach Janta Party has claimed that its co-convenors, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, were arrested, but the supplied article ends before explaining what prompted the arrests or where and when they occurred. No official confirmation, police account, or further details appear in the available text, leaving the circumstances unclear at this stage.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard accuses Ken Urker's sister Autumn Snyder of benefiting from his death

Gypsy Rose Blanchard accuses Ken Urker's sister Autumn Snyder of benefiting from his death

Gypsy Rose Blanchard accused Ken Urker’s sister, Autumn Snyder, of profiting from his October 1 death, alleging she raised money to travel to Louisiana. Blanchard said Snyder criticized Urker and that his death should not fuel conflict or personal gain. Urker, 33, shared a daughter with Blanchard, imprisoned for arranging her mother’s murder.

The effects of El Niño could creep into coming seasons through crops, water, heat, food prices, forests, and seas. (AP)

Preparing for a super, monster, Godzilla El Niño

An exceptionally strong El Niño could push Pacific waters nearly 4°C warmer by year’s end, amplifying heat; forecasters warn 2027 may be the hottest year on record. India’s monsoon ended 13% below normal, threatening crops, water and food prices, while floods and drought coexist. El Niño shifts rainfall worldwide, and human-caused warming magnifies its effects.

Amitabh Bachchan and Benedict Garrett in a 2022 ad for Dabur Lal.

Benedict Garrett did not know who Amitabh Bachchan was; calls Salman's bodyguards' guns distracting

Benedict Garrett says he failed to recognize the stardom of Indian co-stars such as Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Yash and Pawan Kalyan, preferring to treat them as colleagues; armed bodyguards and machine guns made their fame unmistakable. Since moving to India in 2022, the actor has appeared in films and is set for Ranabaali, Khashaba and Dragon.

Rang De Basanti to Swades: 5 Hindi films that ask what it really means to love your country.

5 Hindi films that remind us questioning the system is also an act of patriotism

Five Hindi films show that patriotism means confronting injustice, corruption and institutions that fail people. Rang De Basanti and A Wednesday! challenge failures; Swades locates commitment in community service; Article 15 exposes caste discrimination; Mulk examines prejudice against a Muslim family. Together, they argue that loving India requires speaking up when its institutions let citizens down.

A federal judge halted Trump’s historic DC golf course work until October 26 after hundreds of trees were cut without proper notice.. REUTERS/Evan Vucci

Federal judge halts Trump’s historic DC golf course project until October 26: Here’s why

US federal judge halted work, including tree-cutting, at Washington’s East Potomac Golf Course until October 26, blocking President Trump’s plan to transform it into a golf venue. Judge Ana Reyes required three days’ notice before irreversible changes, criticizing officials for inadequate notice. At least 400 trees were already cut, prompting litigation by preservationists and golfers.

Taylor Swift’s 2012 gift helped build the education center that now carries her name at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

In 2012, Taylor Swift gave $4 million to a museum; by 2025, it ran 2,000+ education programs

Taylor Swift’s 2012 $4 million gift helped fund Nashville’s 7,500-square-foot education center, home to many of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s hands-on programs. In 2025, more than 125,000 people participated in over 2,000 education programs. The totals reflect museum-wide work, not the gift alone; the museum’s Words & Music program began in 1979.

Matthew Farwell stands accused of killing Sandra Birchmore.

Who is Matthew Farwell's wife? Sandra Birchmore's case puts focus on cop accused of murder

Farwell, accused of killing Sandra Birchmore, is reportedly still married, but reports disagree on his wife’s name: The People called her Angela, while a 2013 police post and obituary identified her as Michelle. They reportedly have three children and live in Massachusetts. His defense cited family ties; prosecutors allege he killed Birchmore after she disclosed her pregnancy.

Pedro Pascal says learning the cello for 'Behemoth!' was tougher than 'Game of Thrones' battle scenes

Pedro Pascal says learning the cello for 'Behemoth!' was tougher than 'Game of Thrones' battle scenes

Pedro Pascal says learning cello for Tony Gilroy’s “Behemoth!” was the most demanding challenge of his career, joking he would rather repeat “Game of Thrones” stunts than play the instrument again. At the London Film Festival premiere, he said the role deepened his appreciation for the cello. The film also spotlights overlooked film-scoring musicians and their work.

Chuck Kennon has been dismissed from Florida State.

Why was Chuck Kennon arrested? Florida State dismisses top-rated recruit ahead of Miami showdown

Florida State dismissed freshman cornerback Chuck Kennon Tuesday after his arrest in an alleged high-speed chase near Tampa. He faces felony charges of aggravated fleeing and false imprisonment, plus misdemeanor resisting. Police say the pursuit exceeded 150 mph before a flat tire stopped the SUV. Kennon played once and was a nationally ranked 2026 recruit.

Bank of America faces a $1.21 billion US fine over failures to report suspicious transactions, with the penalty expected to hurt quarterly earnings.. Photographer: Michael Nagle/Bloomberg

Bank of America fined $1.21 billion over $5 billion in suspicious activity; details

Bank of America was fined $1.21 billion by US regulators for failing to detect and report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions, including over $1 billion tied to national security risks. The penalty includes a $750 million OCC fine and a $1.2 billion third-quarter charge. Separately, the bank also paid $11.6 million for sanctions violations.

Panchang Today: Check the tithi, nakshatra, yoga, and planetary transits

Panchang Today, October 14, 2026: Shukla Chaturthi under Anuradha Nakshatra

For October 14, 2026, traditional Panchang guidance favours careful communication, practical planning and steady progress, with New Delhi’s Amrit Kalam, 4:38–6:24 pm, highlighted for constructive work; avoid new beginnings during Rahu Kaal. Budhvar, Shukla Chaturthi, Anuradha Nakshatra and the Scorpio Moon are interpreted as prompts for patience, cooperation and discretion, not predictions; use timings alongside sound judgement and real-world needs.

Mark Shenefield, or ‘Tattoo Mark’ died unexpectedly.

Mark Shenefield cause of death: What we know so far as Dallas Cowboys superfan dies unexpected

Dallas Cowboys superfan Mark Shenefield, known as “Tattoo Mark,” died Tuesday morning at about 63 or 64; no official cause was announced. A fan for 24 years, he used his foundation to provide toys, activities and teddy bears to children receiving care in hospitals. Shenefield had battled congestive heart failure and underwent gastric sleeve surgery.

Pisces Horoscope Today: Read our expert astrological predictions to find out what the stars have in store for you.

Pisces Horoscope Today, October 14, 2026

Pisces should keep the day simple, verify surprising messages and details, and avoid rushing through travel, work or money decisions, as uncertainty may unsettle balance. Calm conversations can ease tension in love and family life, while careful checking supports career and spending choices. Saturn’s transit favors realistic limits, steady daily routines, rest and energy management.

Aquarius Horoscope Today: Read our expert astrological predictions to find out what the stars have in store for you.

Aquarius Horoscope Today, October 14, 2026

Aquarius should use perspective, patience and fact-checking to turn curiosity into one practical step, avoiding rushed commitments or unfinished plans. Advice, learning and planned travel may provide direction; listen before reacting in relationships, and spend only available funds. Breaks and preparation can ease stress. Planetary influences encourage measured speech, responsible spending and balance in dealings.

Capricorn Horoscope Today: Read our expert astrological predictions to find out what the stars have in store for you.

Capricorn Horoscope Today, October 14, 2026

Capricorn’s day favors dependable work, clear communication and practical planning, with an experienced person’s advice helping organize next steps. Prioritize demanding tasks, keep promises realistic, and check on family needs. Review shared bills and paperwork carefully, while making time for your partner, regular breaks and a calmer evening. Ongoing transits encourage patience, measured speech and persistent effort.

Sagittarius Horoscope Today: Read our expert astrological predictions to find out what the stars have in store for you.

Sagittarius Horoscope Today, October 14, 2026

Sagittarius’ Monday outlook improves with support from friends and colleagues, especially when requests are clear and travel or group plans are confirmed. Teamwork can ease work or study delays, while realistic commitments and spending protect your balance. In love, favor simple shared moments and leave room for rest. Ongoing home responsibilities and uncertain advice call for patient decisions.

Scorpio Horoscope Today: Read our expert astrological predictions to find out what the stars have in store for you.

Scorpio Horoscope Today, October 14, 2026

Scorpios may benefit today from privacy, a lighter schedule and boundaries, as fatigue could turn minor delays or abrupt comments into conflict. Focus on quiet, careful work, clarify plans gently, and review spending before committing; regular meals and rest can steady energy. The Libra Moon favors retreat, while Saturn, Rahu and Ketu encourage patience.

Libra Horoscope Today: Read our expert astrological predictions to find out what the stars have in store for you.

Libra Horoscope Today, October 14, 2026

Libra should choose one priority today, trusting practical decisions over pleasing others and remaining mindful of delays, spending, and overcommitment. Warm listening, preparation, careful financial checks, and regular meals and breaks can support relationships, work, money, and wellbeing. The Moon in Libra heightens self-awareness, while Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu advise discipline and caution.