Friends on WhatsApp, adversaries next door: Across Manipur’s ‘Kargil’ divide

Renewed Naga-Kuki violence has opened another front in Manipur’s three-year conflict, dividing neighbouring villages with barricades, armed residents and fear after a May-June hostage crisis ended with six missing Naga men found dead and 14 detained Kuki men released. Clashes continue amid rival claims over land, security and indigeneity, rooted in unresolved disputes dating to bloody 1990s tensions.

Shah Rukh's 'King' poster sparks online debate, netizens draw parallels with 'Dhurandhar 2'

Shah Rukh Khan’s “King” poster has sparked mixed online reactions: fans praise its look, while critics compare it to “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” and “Raging Fire,” with some calling it AI-generated. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the action film stars Khan alongside daughter Suhana and is scheduled for December 24, marking his return to theaters after three years.

Inside actor Arjun Sarja's daughter's ultra-romantic all-pink Tuscany wedding

Anjana Arjun and Isaiah Nutter wed in a pastel Indian ceremony at Tuscany’s Villa Cetinale on October 19, 2026, with Isaiah matching her in a pink embroidered kurta-dhoti. Anjana wore a dusty-rose lehenga, and a lush floral mandap framed the celebration. Guests wore earthy tones; Christian rites followed the next day, after 14 years together.

Chakra Horoscope Today, October 27, 2026

October 27’s chakra guidance urges zodiac signs to release what no longer serves them, communicate authentically, and reclaim personal agency. Aries and Leo can embrace renewal, while Taurus and Scorpio confront perfectionism or insecurity; others should question assumptions, nurture creativity, set boundaries, and meet grief with compassion. Each sign receives chakra-focused practices, food, and crystal suggestions.

Egypt's military support to Saudi a 'declaration of war': Houthi official

A senior Houthi official called Egypt’s approval of military support for Saudi Arabia a “declaration of war” against Yemen on Tuesday, escalating Gulf tensions. Mohammed Ali al-Houthi made the accusation on Telegram after Egypt’s parliament voted by a two-thirds majority Monday to authorise President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to take necessary measures supporting the kingdom against Houthi attacks.

Investigators deliver report on why Iranian warships took part in naval drills off South Africa

An investigation into how Iranian warships joined South Africa’s January naval drills despite President Ramaphosa’s instruction to exclude them is complete, and its report is under his review. Led by a retired judge, the probe examined possible defiance by military or defense officials. The exercises also involved China and Russia, amid U.S. criticism and strained South African-American relations.

CID director BP Singh dies at 75; Dayanand Shetty aka Daya remembers the veteran

Television creator and director Brijendra Pal Singh, known as BP Singh, has died aged 75 after being unwell; he died Tuesday morning, according to CID actor Dayanand Shetty. Shetty praised Singh’s dedication and called him one of the industry’s best cameramen. An FTII graduate, Singh created CID, launched in 1998, and the horror series Aahat.

Karwa Chauth 2026: An expert-suggested 5-step chakra ritual to strengthen emotional connection

Before Karwa Chauth 2026, couples can reconnect through appreciation and honest conversation, says healer Kishori Sud. Her five ideas include sharing gratitude, listening without interruption, breathing mindfully, using calming scents and setting a shared intention. These rituals complement fasting and prayers; chakra and crystal associations are spiritual beliefs, not scientifically established treatments for relationship improvement.

Esha Deol names father Dharmendra as her idea of a ‘perfect husband’ in Bollywood

Esha Deol named her late father, Dharmendra, Bollywood’s ideal husband, saying she had closely seen him as husband and father at the trailer launch of *Pratap*, her theatrical comeback. She said spouses should support each other through life’s ups and downs. Dharmendra, who died aged 89 in November 2025, had married Prakash Kaur and Hema Malini.

Contamination in rivers: SC slams Rajasthan govt, says may order CBI investigation

The Supreme Court warned Rajasthan that alleged illegal mining and industrial pollution across the Jojari-Bandi-Luni river system could prompt a CBI probe, accusing authorities of allowing the ecosystem’s destruction. It demanded a restoration proposal by November 27 and cautioned officials could face consequences. Earlier, the court ordered coordinated oversight last year to address river contamination.

Weak monsoon, crop failures, force farmers to cut spending

India’s weakest monsoon in more than a decade has damaged crops, threatened winter sowing and curbed rural spending, forcing farmers such as Maharashtra’s Ramesh Valvi to postpone tractor purchases and use savings for food. Fertiliser sales fell, while depleted reservoirs deepen risks. Seasonal rainfall finished 12.6% below normal; the southwest monsoon supplies about 70% of India’s rain.

Ilhan Omar's birth year questioned by journalist who flags Congresswoman's memoir

Journalist Jim Geraghty has renewed questions about Ilhan Omar’s birth year, citing her memoir: she was eight when Somalia’s civil war began in 1989, suggesting a 1981 birth, not 1982. Critics say the discrepancy could affect whether she gained U.S. citizenship through her father’s 2000 naturalization, but it proves no wrongdoing; her staff requested a biography correction in 2019.

Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon lend their voices to blockbuster Obsession's Hindi version

Obsession became a box-office success, earning a reported $522 million worldwide against a $750,000 budget and putting director Curry Barker on Hollywood’s radar. The horror hit premieres uncut in Hindi and English on The Peacock Hub via JioHotstar on October 30, with Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon voicing its lead characters. Its story follows a wish that turns love into terror.

SC refrains from directing ECI to preserve files amid row over SIR decisions

The Supreme Court declined to order the ECI to preserve records on alleged unilateral electoral-roll decisions, but said it would examine them. It gave petitioners time to answer the ECI’s denial of unilateral action and issued notice on a separate challenge to alleged changes to voter-enrolment Form 6. The dispute concerns the poll panel’s special intensive revision.

India ramped up LPG output, diversified imports to weather Hormuz crisis: Union Minister Puri

India avoided LPG shortages during the Strait of Hormuz disruption by expanding LPG imports to 41 countries and raising production, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said Tuesday. Output climbed from 34,000 to 55,000 metric tonnes, while US and Algerian supplies offset interruptions. Authorities curbed panic bookings and hoarding; the supplier network previously included 27 countries.

Ro Khanna, Indian American seeking re-election in California’s 17th Congressional District

Ro Khanna is seeking re-election to California’s 17th Congressional District after winning 62.3% in the Democratic primary, facing fellow Indian American Ritesh Tandon. A prominent advocate for releasing Epstein files, he campaigns on affordability, healthcare, jobs and AI regulation; elected in 2016, Khanna co-authored the CHIPS and Science Act and served in the Obama administration.

Search underway for Florida teen after truck found abandoned in Atlanta

Authorities seek 16-year-old Levi James Conner, whose empty Ford F-150 was found in Atlanta, and believe he may be in Ralston, Nebraska, after taking a Greyhound bus. The Osceola County Sheriff's Office says he may be a runaway and has alerted police. Conner was last seen in a blue hoodie and gray sweatpants.

Step inside Robert Downey Jr and Susan Downey's charming 19th-century windmill home in Hamptons

Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey transformed a 19th-century Hamptons windmill into a family home, pairing eccentric art and colourful, soothing interiors with a pool pavilion, bar and oversized television. They prize its privacy, gardens and proximity to East Hampton; originally built as a playhouse, the structure became a residence through later additions and featured in Architectural Digest’s 2017 tour.

Clinical researcher explains the effect of diabetes on foot health, lists 5 warning signs

People with diabetes should seek medical assessment for numbness or burning, non-healing cuts or blisters, sudden colour or temperature changes, swelling or altered shape, and cracked skin, thickened nails or infection, because nerve damage and poor circulation can turn minor problems into wounds. Daily inspection, suitable footwear and regular checks help reduce risk, even without symptoms.

UP cabinet approves 2026 inland vessel rules, mandates insurance for boats

Uttar Pradesh has approved the Inland Vessel Rules, 2026, requiring mechanised and traditional boats to register and providing insurance for passengers and operators, in a bid to improve safety and formalise the largely unorganised sector. The rules establish vessel categories and fees, a centralised database and a Waterways Authority, with registration handled by transport officials at district and tehsil levels. Previously, records were fragmented and many small boat operators lacked insurance.

Bombay HC quashes FIR against student linked to controversial Operation Sindoor post

The Bombay High Court quashed a FIR against a 20-year-old engineering student arrested for reposting Operation Sindoor content, finding her limited role and custody insufficient grounds for prosecution. She deleted the post within two hours and apologised, though it risked inflaming religious tensions. The repost came amid India’s 2025 military response to the Pahalgam attack.

Australia expands biometric collection programme to visa applicants in India

Australia expands biometrics for Indian visa applicants, requiring some to provide fingerprints and facial images for applications lodged from October 26. Home Affairs will notify applicants, who may attend a centre or use the Immi App if eligible. Earlier applications and granted visas are unaffected; authorities say the measure deters fraud and should not delay processing.

Global peace means assurance of security, dignity and justice for all: Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged BRICS nations to pursue peace through dialogue, cooperation and respect for sovereignty, saying security, dignity and justice are what citizens—especially young people—expect. Closing the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi, he called on generations to build a safer, prosperous future, strengthen parliaments and use artificial intelligence ethically.

UP: Three businessmen found dead inside car, pulled out of Sitapur pond

Three businessmen were found dead inside a hatchback pulled from a pond in Uttar Pradesh’s Sitapur district late Monday, with police investigating the circumstances and awaiting postmortem results. Villagers spotted the car around 1:30am. The men had traveled to visit Rakesh’s son, injured in an accident, and lost contact with their families while returning home.

Instagram rolls out 90-minute videos, microdramas amid tense rivalry with YouTube, TikTok

Instagram is expanding video with 90-minute Features, microdrama Series and more discoverable Live streams, aiming to challenge TikTok and YouTube while building a television audience. These formats address Reels’ three-minute recommendation limit and will be tested with creators; Instagram’s TV app launches Monday on Apple TV in the US. Once photo-focused, the platform says video drives record engagement.

Anthropic grows more reliant on Google, Amazon, Microsoft as cloud partnerships drive revenue, costs

Anthropic increasingly relies on rivals Amazon, Google and Microsoft to sell Claude, with cloud distribution generating 48% of first-half 2026 revenue, up from 11% in 2023, while partner fees soared. The arrangement supports growth but exposes the startup to pricing visibility, competing models and antitrust scrutiny. It depends on firms for computing commitments and investment.

SC issues notice on fresh pleas challenging law mandating singing of Vande Mataram

The Supreme Court agreed to examine challenges to the Centre’s requirement that six Vande Mataram stanzas be sung, issuing notices and setting a November 30 hearing. Petitioners say the expanded version contains anti-Muslim, theistic material threatening secularism and argue conscientious objectors deserve protection. The cases join T.M. Krishna’s challenge, citing a 1986 ruling protecting students who refused national-anthem singing.

Indonesia deploys oxygen buses as Borneo residents gasp for air amid devastating wildfire haze

Indonesia’s months-long wildfires have blanketed communities in toxic haze, causing respiratory illness among more than 300,000 people across seven provinces from August to October. In Palangkaraya, residents need oxygen and treatment, while workers commute and fight fires despite breathing dangerous smoke. The pollution includes PM2.5, formaldehyde, hydrogen cyanide and ammonia; fires burned 1.9 million hectares.

Student of the Year After Dark trailer: Shanaya enters deadly campus contest to solve twin's murder

Student of the Year: After Dark recasts the franchise as a murder mystery, with Shanaya Kapoor playing twins Aayesha and Aditi. After Aayesha is found dead, Aditi enters St Teresa Heritage School’s cut-throat competition to uncover the truth, where ambition, rivalries and secrets make winning deadly. Reema Maya directs; it streams November 13 on JioHotstar.

Sunainaa appalled by obscene AI video using her likeness, warns of legal action

Actor Sunainaa has condemned an obscene AI-generated video using her likeness, demanded its immediate removal from all platforms and threatened criminal and civil proceedings against its creators and anyone who shares it. She said the non-consensual manipulation violates her dignity, privacy and identity, and may constitute offences under Indian law. She recently announced her engagement.