Kerala govt scraps bakery’s new ‘horti-wine’ licence, transfers excise officer

Keralam Excise Minister M Liju revoked a Thrissur bakery’s licence to sell 15.5% horti-wine and transferred the official who approved it, saying the order, though permitted under rules introduced by LDF, should not have been issued while the UDF finalises its liquor policy. The 2022 rules sought to support fruit farmers by allowing sales.

Noida Authority likely to review revised Sports City layouts, buyers’ objections

The Authority may consider objections to revised Sports City layouts in sectors 79, 80 and 152 at its October 23 board meeting, with final plans awaiting resolution. Residents say developers expanded commercial space, changed allocations and exceeded land-use limits. The agenda includes proposals; the 798-acre scheme, planned for sports infrastructure, has been stalled since 2021.

Brazil man sells belongings, travels 1900 km to meet online girlfriend, finds out she’s AI-generated

Brazilian bricklayer Edimar Martins, 49, sold belongings and travelled 1,900 km to meet Jéssica Oliveira, a TikTok influencer promising support and companionship, only to learn she was AI-generated. Stranded in Belo Horizonte, he received aid and a bus ticket home. The operator denied contacting him, saying the persona was made for engagement; Martins cited loneliness.

Indian air ambulance makes emergency landing in Bangladesh; patient dies

An Indian woman died after an air ambulance made an emergency landing in Dhaka when a mechanical fault reportedly caused its door to open mid-flight, although authorities have not determined whether the incident contributed to her death. The aircraft, flying from Agartala to Kolkata with seven aboard, landed safely; six others survived. Bangladesh assisted despite lacking international landing clearance.

When can HYROX be bad for your joints? Orthopaedician with 18 years of experience explains the risks

HYROX can strain knees, while the back, hips, ankles, shoulders and wrists are vulnerable. Fatigue, poor form, recovery deficits and sudden load increases raise injury risk. Those with joint problems, pain, surgery history or little training should consider orthopaedic assessment. Stop for sharp pain, swelling, instability, numbness or pain altering movement. The race combines running and workouts.

Torani CEO says layoffs are a choice, reveals how company avoided job cuts even during Covid

Torani CEO Melanie Dulbecco says layoffs are a choice, not inevitable, and the syrup maker has expanded without cutting jobs. During Covid-19, it reduced spending, pivoted to online and grocery sales, and used AI for planning and tasks rather than workforce replacement. Dulbecco joined in 1991; Torani employs 500-plus and targets $800 million in 2026.

National Guardsman shot in Washington, DC, on Capitol Hill; police launch investigation

Washington, D.C., police are investigating a shooting involving a National Guardsman in the 400 block of 8th Street SE, the Metropolitan Police Department said Monday. The Guardsman’s condition and whether anyone else was injured or a suspect identified remain unknown. Chief Jeffery Carroll was expected to brief reporters at the scene as investigators work to establish what happened.

Tiger Shroff attack suspects, who were on the run, caught by cops in Kota

Three people were detained in Kota over allegations that they shot at Tiger Shroff’s car. The alleged attack and police action are the report’s key developments, but the headline does not say when it happened, whether anyone was injured, what prompted the shooting, or what evidence led to the detentions; those details remain unspecified.

Pak army officer killed in IED blast

Major Wajahat Waheed was killed by an improvised explosive device while leading security operations in Balochistan on Sunday; troops killed four terrorists in Jattakabad, authorities said Monday. The military reported recovering weapons and ammunition; Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif mourned the officer. Balochistan has faced militant violence, with eight terrorists killed in operations the previous day.

Veer Pahariya on his fashion red flags, personal style and walking for Pawan Sachdevaa

Actor Veer Pahariya says personal style is about comfort and fit, not attention, naming ill-fitting clothes, showiness and neon as fashion red flags. Walking for designer Pawan Sachdevaa at Lakmé Fashion Week, he praised the relaxed collection as close to his wardrobe. He says confidence makes any look a green flag, without judging others.

Durga Pujas in Kolkata pay tribute to Bengali film icon Uttam Kumar on birth centenary

Four Kolkata Durga Puja committees mark Bengali cinema icon Uttam Kumar’s birth centenary with pandals celebrating his life and legacy. Bhabanipur’s display features rare family photographs, while others recreate a vintage cinema hall, trace 201 of his 202 films, and present songs and a stage adaptation of *Mouchak*, reflecting his lasting place in Bengali culture.

Shahin Mannan’s ‘I AM’ puts individuality ahead of fashion rules

Shahin Mannan’s I AM collection celebrated individuality and self-definition at Lakmē Fashion Week, challenging inherited expectations and prescribed notions of identity. Denim anchored combinations of jersey, suede, Swiss poplin and cotton silks, while relaxed proportions and intricate embroidery set familiar fabrics against unexpected details. Actor Sanjana Sanghi closed the show, reflecting Mannan’s message of freedom to be oneself.

Gold rises as softer oil prices ease inflation concerns, Fed hike bets in focus

Gold rose 0.4% to $4,182.30 an ounce Monday as softer oil eased inflation concerns and investors assessed Fed rate prospects; December futures gained 0.5% to $4,203.50. Markets await next week’s Fed decision and PCE data; traders see an 89% chance of a December hike, potentially curbing gold’s appeal despite its inflation-hedge role. Silver also advanced.

Anti-drug activist murder: Diljit Dosanjh says Jhota's family should get justice

Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh called anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, shot dead in Mansa, a martyr and demanded justice for his family. Protests continue, with relatives withholding his post-mortem and cremation and committee members seeking a CBI probe and officials’ resignations. Jhota was killed after challenging a store owner over drug sales; actress Neeru Bajwa paused her film.

Metallics, fluid drapes and modern glamour take over Manish Malhotra’s runway

Manish Malhotra unveiled Luxury Prêt 2026 at Lakmē Fashion Week in New Delhi on October 17, returning after three and a half years and introducing Menswear Luxe Prêt. Metallic silver, fluid drapes and relaxed tailoring refreshed occasionwear; showstoppers Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan amplified the spectacle. The collection joined Indian craftsmanship with contemporary, individualistic glamour.

Karnataka introduces night-time attendance system for govt staff via mobile app

Karnataka will pilot geofenced nighttime attendance for taluk hospital and PHC doctors through the Kartavya app from November 1, 2026, requiring check-ins after 9pm within designated headquarters. Contractual and outsourced staff must use the app from December 1, with pay tied to records from January 1. The measure follows absenteeism complaints; approved absences are exempt.

Spirit, Naagzilla to Love & War: Delayed Bollywood releases hitting the screens in 2027

Several Indian films have shifted to 2027, as unfinished production, scheduling changes and competition reshape release plans, with Prabhas-starrer Spirit moving from Eid to Diwali and Love & War set for January. Kartik Aaryan’s Naagzilla and musical, Captain India, Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 and Side Heroes face delays; Spirit will clash with Ramayana Part 2.

'No one will be spared,’ say Fadnavis, Shinde after attack on Tiger Shroff

Maharashtra leaders condemned Sunday’s Juhu shooting of actor Tiger Shroff, promising protection and strict action. Three motorcyclists opened fire; Shroff escaped unhurt, but three people, including his driver and an autorickshaw driver, were injured. Fadnavis said police had clues and identified suspects, while Shinde vowed gangs would not terrorize Mumbai again, invoking its 1990s gang wars.

Pawan Sachdevaa reimagines Indian craft at Lakmé Fashion Week

Pawan Sachdevaa’s RECAST at Lakmé Fashion Week fused Indian craft with urban utility, using relaxed tailoring and gender-fluid silhouettes to bring heritage techniques into wardrobes. Bandhani, shibori, kasuti and kantha appeared on denim, khadi, silk and bouclé alongside jackets and trousers. Indigo hues, washes and natural dyes added depth as Veer Pahariya closed the show.

Ethnix by Raymond brings Indian craftsmanship to modern menswear at Lakmé Fashion Week 2026

Ethnix by Raymond’s Wedding Stories, unveiled October 18 at Lakmé Fashion Week with FDCI, reimagines Indian weddingwear through heritage crafts and contemporary silhouettes, with Suryakumar Yadav as showstopper. Kurtas, sherwanis, Indo-Western looks and formalwear pair Jacquards, Jamawar, brocades and embroidery with fluid cuts and layering, reflecting grooms’ demand for versatile occasionwear rooted in cultural authenticity.

France protests ‘felt like war,’ say citizens as Macron slams ‘unrestrained violence’

Violent protests over rising living costs and school conditions swept French cities, leaving about 2,400 arrested, businesses looted and public buildings damaged; Limoges’ historic town hall was largely destroyed by fire. President Emmanuel Macron blamed radical far-left groups and criminals, vowing accountability. Yellow Vests activists and students joined demonstrations amid economic grievances, six months before elections.

What changes when a place becomes a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

UNESCO status recognizes sites of Outstanding Universal Value, raises their profile and obliges countries to protect defining features. It can boost tourism and conservation investment, but guarantees neither visitors nor funding; unmanaged development can damage fragile sites. Countries retain ownership and responsibility, and serious threats may place a site on the Danger List or cost it recognition.

Bihar’s deadly river crossings: When the journey home becomes a gamble

At least 13 people, including 12 children, died when a boat capsized near Raghopur on October 13, exposing weak oversight of Bihar’s essential river transport. More than 7,000 boat services operate across 1,550 ghats, but passenger limits, life jackets and inspections are inconsistently enforced. Experts call for routine checks and clear accountability; bridges cannot replace local crossings.

Tiger Shroff meets Shinde after attack, CJP leaders' release delayed | Top news

Headlines include firing that left Tiger Shroff with minor abrasions and his driver shot, prompting Eknath Shinde’s condemnation; Netanyahu urged India ties amid concern over future US support, while the INDIA bloc plans a November 1 rally. CJP leaders’ release remains unresolved, and New Zealand Cricket’s contracts help retain players despite the board’s limited finances.

DTIDC to install lighting at 969 Delhi bus shelters to improve safety

Delhi plans lighting and electrical connections at 969 bus shelters for over Rs 5.04 crore, improving commuter safety and visibility before sunrise and after sunset. Three tenders divide the work across the Capital’s districts, covering LED battens, wiring, meters and safety equipment. Contractors have 45 days to install systems, then provide one-year maintenance and five-year light warranties.

Rohit Roy says wife yelled at him for calling TV dustbin medium, admits his choice of word was wrong

Rohit Roy admits that calling television a “dustbin medium” was wrong, saying he meant its repetitive, rushed content—not its actors or workers. Following criticism, he stressed television, especially *Swabhimaan*, built his career; his wife, actor Manasi Joshi Roy, also told him he should not have used the term. He remains committed to improving TV content.

ECI reverses stand on searchable rolls; adds no safeguards against misuse it once cited

India’s Election Commission will give recognised parties machine-readable draft and final voter rolls, reversing its long-standing refusal, but offers no new protections against data misuse beyond omitting voters’ photographs. The move follows complaints during the current electoral-roll revision that scanned copies hindered name searches and mapping. Previously, the commission cited privacy, data-mining and tampering risks.

In 1935, a soil-saving African grass reached Oklahoma, and one strain later covered 2 million acres

Once planted to curb erosion, African weeping lovegrass has been linked to diminished native plant diversity and lasting ecological impacts; after Arizona’s 1990 Dude Fire, it accounted for 81% of herbaceous cover 15 years later. Introduced in 1935, it was widely seeded across the Plains for soil conservation and forage, illustrating the long-term risks of restoration choices.

Aruna Irani returns to work two months after her husband Kuku Kohli’s death, thanks fans for support

Two months after filmmaker Kuku Kohli’s death at 77, actor Aruna Irani has resumed work, saying fans’ love and support helped her through grief. In a video, she thanked them and hoped they would stay beside her throughout her life. Kohli launched Ajay Devgn with *Phool Aur Kaante* and died of a heart attack.

Obama condemns probe into Ilhan Omar, says Trump govt is using federal power to intimidate her

Obama condemned Trump’s investigation of Ilhan Omar as an “appalling” effort to intimidate a political opponent after agents searched her home and seized records and her phone. He called citizenship allegations unsupported; Omar, born in Somalia, says the probe is politically motivated. With evidence undisclosed, the inquiry raises concerns about federal power before midterm elections.