Faridabad man arrested for running over cyclist, leaving him trapped under car for 10 minutes

Faridabad police arrested a 51-year-old man Sunday for allegedly running over cyclist Sanjeev Kumar in Sector 85, leaving him trapped beneath the car for about 10 minutes before fleeing. CCTV footage showed the collision; Kumar suffered serious injuries and remains hospitalized. Police ruled out drunk driving and registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions.

India asks its nationals in Saudi Arabia to follow safety directives amid security concerns

India’s Embassy in Riyadh urged nationals to follow Saudi emergency-alert instructions after Houthi attacks, including an October 10 strike that killed an Indian and injured others. During alerts, people should shelter indoors, avoid windows, leaving buildings and filming, and obey official directions; drivers should pull over safely. Call 911 in four regions or 998 elsewhere.

Fans dig out old video of tarot card reader predicting what Anirudh Ravichander's wife would be like

Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran are set to marry, with their Chennai reception scheduled for November 21, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy confirmed after receiving an invitation; wedding details remain undisclosed. Fans say a decade-old tarot prediction about Anirudh’s future wife fits Kavya, citing her media career, education and the forecast of a love marriage.

How ‘geopolitical stigma’ associated with Putin’s Russia is affecting ordinary Russians

After Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, interviewed Russians described their country as a pariah and felt compelled to explain, defend or distance themselves from their nationality. Comparing interviews from 2013–14 and 2022–23, research found only two of 27 respondents still viewed Russia positively. Their coping strategies invoked masculinity, power and victory, often reproducing imperial assumptions.

Kolkata stampede: Mamata unit says pandal panel has ‘links’ to CM's nephew, BJP hits back

Opposition parties accused West Bengal’s BJP government of shielding organisers after a stampede at Kolkata’s Chor Bagan Durga Puja pandal killed 19, demanding arrests and an inquiry. Seven people were arrested, and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a High Court-led probe. Rain and a narrow lane contributed to the crush; BJP leaders denied a cover-up.

Apple, Louis Vuitton, Hermès stores looted as cost-of-living protests turn violent across France

Masked groups looted Apple, Louis Vuitton and Hermès stores and damaged public buildings across France on Saturday, as protests over rising living costs turned violent in cities. Authorities reported 1,200 arrests and 150 police injured by evening. President Emmanuel Macron condemned the attacks and vowed prosecutions; estimates of nationwide demonstrators ranged from 550,000 to 800,000.

Just Like That | Jantar Mantar: From the science of the stars to the politics of dissent

Delhi Police has removed Jantar Mantar’s designation as a protest site, naming venues and prompting court challenges. For decades, it has hosted movements, transforming an observatory into a democratic forum where citizens press governments for accountability. Built in 1724, the landmark was commissioned by astronomer-ruler Jai Singh II, whose instruments measured celestial movements.

Delhi draft e-rickshaw policy proposes 2.5 lakh vehicle cap, ownership limits, stricter rules

Delhi’s draft policy would cap e-rickshaws at 2.5 lakh, limit individual ownership to five vehicles and require each to hold a compliance certificate, with public feedback invited for 30 days. Following a 90-day regularisation period, unregistered vehicles could be impounded, while fleets of 25 or more would need aggregator licences, alongside tighter safety, battery and passenger rules.

India's cuisine, culinary diversity & Bollywood take centre stage at New York City’s biggest food festival

Indian cuisine took centre stage at New York City’s Wine & Food Festival, where “Flavours of Bollywood” drew hundreds to sample specialties, street foods and contemporary dishes. Hosted by chefs Maneet Chauhan and Vijaya Kumar, the event celebrated Indian culinary diversity and growing recognition, with chefs praising younger cooks’ authenticity. Festival programming featured 500 chefs.

Truck drives through soccer field during game in Kansas, killing 2 and hospitalizing 11

Two people, including a six-year-old boy, were killed and 11 others hospitalized after a truck drove through a youth soccer game at Wichita’s Stryker Sports Complex, police said. A 34-year-old woman was detained, but investigators have not determined why the truck entered the field or whether it was intentional. Police seek footage; activities were cancelled.

Samastha AP faction slams Keralam govt over Waqf Board reconstitution

Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar’s Samastha faction accused Kerala’s government of deceitfully excluding Sunni representatives from the reconstituted Waqf Board, calling the decision an insult to the community. It announced October 22 protests and warned of legal action. The government dissolved the LDF-appointed board and installed a panel headed by IUML leader M C Mayin Haji.

Second woman dies at Kota hospital after C-section in 24 hours

A second woman died within 24 hours of a Caesarean at Kota’s New Medical College Hospital, renewing concern over postpartum complications. Roshan Bairwa, severely anaemic and high-risk, died Saturday after postpartum haemorrhage persisted despite transfusion; her family declined an autopsy. Another patient remains stable. Five women died from kidney complications after childbirth there in May.

Airtel adds 3 voice-only prepaid plans ahead of TRAI deadline

Airtel became the first operator to launch voice-only prepaid packs ahead of TRAI’s October 21 deadline, offering three options: ₹185 for 28 days, ₹203 for 30 days and ₹206 for a calendar month. Each provides unlimited local and national calls and 300 SMS. The packs address feature-phone users’ demand for affordable alternatives to data-heavy recharges.

3 rounds fired at man near Mumbai’s Wadala college, 2 arrested with firearms

Two men were arrested within an hour after three rounds were allegedly fired at a man near SIWS College in Wadala; the victim escaped unhurt, and police seized pistols and live ammunition. Suspects Hamza Khan and Ali, alias Dawood Khan, were traced to Antop Hill. Police suspect a personal vendetta, but the motive remains unconfirmed.

Apple AirPods 4 price drops during Amazon Great Indian Festival sale, making them worth buying

Apple’s AirPods 4 offer iPhone users a convenient everyday option, combining an open-fit design with H2-powered audio features, Voice Isolation and Personalised Spatial Audio. During Amazon’s Great Indian Festival sale, their discounted price makes them worth considering for music, calls and video. However, the standard model lacks active noise cancellation, and its fit may not suit everyone.

I tried these 5 face moisturisers, and 2 of them made my skin feel softer, smoother, and more supple

Five moisturisers tested offered distinct benefits: peach-milk and Pilgrim creams left skin soft and hydrated; Endocare nourished very dry skin but felt oily. A lightweight hyaluronic-acid gel suited oily, acne-prone skin, while Plum’s fragrance-free cream worked for sensitive skin. Choose by skin type, texture and weather, and patch-test first; brands supplied products, though reviews remained independent.

Chocolate cysts explained: Fertility doctor explains how they affect women's fertility and bodies

Chocolate cysts contain old, dark blood and are linked to endometriosis; they can cause pelvic pain, painful periods, sex, or urination, and affect fertility. Management depends on size, symptoms, and pregnancy plans, ranging from monitoring to laparoscopic removal in severe cases. They form when endometrium-like tissue bleeds inside the ovary; medical assessment is advised.

Delhi court convicts man for shooting at wife outside hospital where she worked as security guard

A Delhi court convicted Sushant of attempting to murder wife Pinki, finding her testimony credible after he shot her in the stomach outside a Connaught Place hospital in 2018. CCTV and forensic evidence corroborated her account; he was convicted for firearm use but acquitted of illegal possession. They had lived apart since his 2015 imprisonment.

Woman quits Wall Street law career at 34 to camp for a year, best friend questions her decision

Quitting her Wall Street legal career to live from a car for a year threatened a 16-year friendship, but deepened it. Erin, her teammate, feared their diverging lives would pull them apart as travel disrupted routines. Honest conversations and an Arizona backpacking trip helped them accept their differences; a decade later, Erin remains her anchor.

In 2017, Irma forced around 1,800 Barbuda residents to flee, and pets left behind were in danger

After Hurricane Irma forced Barbuda’s 1,800 residents to evacuate in 2017, pets and livestock were left hungry, while dogs began attacking other animals. Volunteer Zifforah “Ziffy” Tyrell raised over $3,000 for food and antibiotics as rescuers debated animal removal and ownership. The crisis showed rushed evacuations and poor pet-friendly planning endanger animals and livelihoods beyond the storm.

Salman Khan reveals maternal grandfather opposed Salim Khan’s marriage to Salma Khan

Salman Khan revealed that his maternal grandfather refused to speak to his father, Salim Khan, for five years after opposing Salim’s marriage to Salma, not for religious reasons but over concerns about her marrying into the film industry. He later regretted missing his grandchildren’s childhood; Salim and Salma married in 1964 and had four children.

Japan to launch first-ever mission to bring back samples from Mars' moon Phobos

Japan is launching the world’s first mission to retrieve samples from Phobos, aiming to clarify how Mars’ moons formed and inform future human exploration. JAXA’s MMX spacecraft will reach Mars in a year, study Phobos for three years, collect at least 10 grams, and return to Earth in 2031. Earlier landing attempts on Phobos failed.

Hyderabad student killed after lighting arch stand collapses during college dandiya event

One student died and 14 were injured when strong winds toppled an arch at MVSR Engineering College, Hyderabad, during Saturday’s event, as more than 600 gathered. First-year student Sona Narayan Das died in hospital; her sister was hurt, while the other injured students were out of danger. Chief Minister Reddy offered condolences and promised action.

Vance defends Trump's visa crackdown, says US immigration system must prioritize community values

Vice President JD Vance defended an immigration system prioritizing social cohesion, saying Americans may want communities with people they have something in common with. He said his H-1B criticism targeted employers exploiting foreign workers, not immigrants. The remarks come amid increasingly strict scrutiny of work visas and green-card sponsorship, affecting technology firms and Indian professionals.

Chorbagan stampede: 14 of 25 injured under treatment at pvt hospital, 3 in ICU

Fourteen of 25 people injured in the Chorbagan Puja stampede remain hospitalized, with three in intensive care and one critical, officials said Sunday. One ICU patient has acidosis linked to prolonged crushing; two others are improving, while 11 general-ward patients are stable. Nineteen died in Saturday’s rain-triggered crowd surge; the state will review pandal safety protocols.

Blue petrels return to Macquarie Island after invasive predators are removed

Macquarie Island’s invasive-animal eradication enabled seabird recovery, but rising numbers do not mean species have regained their former ranges. A 2024 study estimated blue petrels grew about 14% annually, reaching 5,588 breeding pairs in 2018, yet remained geographically restricted. Rabbits, rats, mice and cats had damaged vegetation and threatened birds; species and habitat responses vary, underscoring the need for continued monitoring.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on October 18, 2026 in Delhi, Noida and Gurugram

Delhi’s October 18 lineup offers theatre, dance, storytelling, photography, comedy and workshops across Delhi and Gurugram. Highlights include *The Ramayana* at Akshara Theatre, Dastangoi and free *Adi Shakti* at India Habitat Centre, a CR Park photowalk, a Navratri workshop and *Rhythm Aur Raas*. A free Dussehra mela at Connaught Place continues through October 19.

Dussehra 2026 | Crafting the Demon King: Ravana maxing in Delhi

Delhi’s Ravana-makers are raising the demon king’s moustache and reinventing his look as Dussehra nears: Titarpur artisan Sonu Kumar tailors moustaches to each effigy’s face and exports elaborate versions to Australia. Young creator Shaurya Tanwar’s muscular Ravana is gaining attention, while rain-damaged artisans face higher costs and scant profits; many make traditional towering figures nationwide.

Once squeezed into 30 stream miles, Arizona’s Apache trout is now off the endangered list

Apache trout’s 2024 delisting marked recovery, not release from conservation: its 38 populations remain small, with only 30 genetically pure. Coordinated management remains essential to prevent nonnative trout from spreading and protect habitat, while its limited range leaves the species vulnerable to wildfire. Decades of federal, tribal, and state collaboration expanded its habitat, but reduced efforts could bring declines.

‘Pandal will collapse, please leave’ mic warning set off Kolkata stampede, 19 dead

An announcement by Durga Puja organisers warning that a pandal might collapse triggered a stampede in Kolkata on Saturday evening, killing 19 people, Suvendu Adhikari said; seven people, mostly organisers, have been arrested. Rain-driven crowding worsened the crush. A sitting judge will lead a probe into lapses at Chor Bagan, one of Kolkata’s oldest venues.