Power bank fires prompt a fresh look at airline safety rules in India

An IndiGo flight bound for Chennai emergency-landed in Hyderabad on October 11 after a passenger’s power bank caught fire, filling the cabin with smoke. Indian rules require power banks in cabin baggage, under seats—not overhead or checked—and ban in-flight charging or use; capacity limits vary, and overheated lithium batteries can reignite.

Manasi Parekh: Nirvi gets to sing in front of 15,000 people during Navratri

Actor-producer Manasi Parekh and singer husband Parthiv Gohil host Navratri celebrations bringing family, friends and industry guests together, with their nine-year-old daughter Nirvi joining them onstage to sing and perform Garba. Parekh says the festival celebrates feminine energy and helps people connect beyond hectic routines. She plans outfits early and eats lightly during nights of dancing.

What is anti-blush? Makeup artists decode the viral beauty trend

Beauty lovers are embracing the “anti-blush” trend, swapping vivid cheek colour for subtle warmth and definition; Instagram Reels have neared a million views, while Google searches rose 20% and up to 1,750% year-on-year. Rather than skipping blush, the look uses muted shades between blush, bronzer and contour, softly blended. Experts recommend complexion-matched earthy tones for a natural finish.

A New Vision for Higher Education: From academic knowledge to lifelong capability

India’s youth dividend depends not simply on degrees, but on whether higher education equips learners to apply knowledge, solve problems and adapt as work changes, experts say. They urge earlier industry engagement, practical learning alongside academic rigor, and reskilling throughout careers. As technology reshapes professions, education must become a lifelong partnership rather than a credential.

Rajinikanth says he misses being a bus conductor in Bengaluru: ‘Identify with it more than stardom'

Rajinikanth says he still misses his five years as a bus conductor, identifying more with the job than stardom, during a *Jailer 2* promotional show with Nelson Dilipkumar. He said conducting brought him into contact with people. Before films, he worked as a conductor and studied at Madras Film Institute, where K Balachander discovered him.

The professionals getting ahead aren't climbing faster. They're changing direction

With 52% of professionals seeking roles and nearly 80% feeling unprepared, employers prize adaptability, business acumen and cross-functional thinking. The two-year MBA–Global from UWA and IIM Kozhikode pairs year-one management study with year-two international business and strategy, combining institutional credentials and networks. The program reflects a shift from specialist career ladders toward broader leadership skills.

Doctor XMafia in White review: Medical noir where hospital politics are deadlier than any disease

Kim Ji Won anchors Doctor X: Mafia in White as a gifted surgeon challenging a corrupt hospital, giving its premiere compelling medical-thriller momentum. Tense operations, power struggles and a mystery tied to her past sustain interest, though melodrama and occasional pacing lulls temper the impact. The Japanese original is reworked with a darker, stoic tone.

UP RERA urges buyers to deposit payments only into the real estate project’s designated account

UP-RERA urged homebuyers to pay property dues only into each project’s designated collection account, warning that unauthorised transfers pose risks. Buyers should verify details on its portal and report requests to pay elsewhere through a dedicated link. The advisory follows the Authority’s extension of developers’ quarterly progress-report deadline to October 21, 2026, during the shift to digital submissions.

Ektaa Kapoor confirms The Dirty Picture 2, 15 years after Vidya Balan's National Award win

Ektaa Kapoor has announced *The Dirty Picture 2*, 15 years after the original, saying she found a story, though its character, cast and release date remain undisclosed. Like the 2011 film about Silk Smitha, the sequel will centre on one person and explore sexuality as choice. Vidya Balan won a National Film Award for original.

Mann says Punjab government has earned people’s trust through work

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said his government had earned public trust through welfare and development, citing daytime farm power, canal irrigation, healthcare and direct paddy payments. At a Dhuri Lok Milni, he cited ₹7,200 crore in irrigation spending, which expanded canal-water coverage to 60.30 lakh acres, and outlined monthly aid for women amid opponent attacks.

Wild buffaloes return to Kanha in Madhya Pradesh after nearly a century

Eight buffaloes from Assam’s Kaziranga National Park have entered a 17-hectare enclosure at Kanha Tiger Reserve, advancing Madhya Pradesh’s effort to restore a species absent from its forests for nearly a century. After quarantine, six females and two males will acclimatize before release. Officials aim to establish a 50-animal population at Supkhar within three years.

Power cuts hit TN Secretariat, ministers’ offices, alleges PMK chief Anbumani

PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss urged Tamil Nadu’s government to address power cuts after an outage plunged ministers’ Secretariat rooms into darkness Monday. He said outages affected the state for more than a month, reflecting a demand-supply gap despite procurement plans. The government did not respond; power cuts are an opposition issue ahead of October 2026 bypolls.

CM Dhami announces ₹1 crore for science festivals in Uttarakhand

Dhami inaugurated the fifth Border Hill District Children’s Science Festival in Bageshwar, announcing ₹1 crore for research and innovation among 240 students from six districts. He pledged AI-linked school labs and mobile science facilities statewide, urging pupils to embrace emerging technology. The two-day UCOST festival advances science education in Uttarakhand and honoured four teachers.

Delhi ODI between India and Sri Lanka not shifted to Ahmedabad: BCCI

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia denied reports that India’s December 13 ODI against Sri Lanka will move from Delhi to Ahmedabad, saying no venue change has been decided and bilateral matches follow standard policy. Construction prompted speculation, but Ahmedabad remains scheduled to host the third ODI on December 19. Delhi’s winter pollution has revived concerns about hosting matches.

Delhi court upholds conviction in 2013 fatal-accident case, asks man to surrender in 30 days

Delhi court upheld Yatin Sharma’s conviction for a 2013 fatal crash, finding that speeding, striking a motorcyclist and pedestrian, and mounting a footpath showed disregard for road users and warranted imprisonment, not probation. Sharma must surrender within 30 days. Pedestrian Zakir Malik later died from head injuries; the trial court had imposed concurrent jail terms.

India National Stand opens at Frankfurt Book Fair 2026

India opened its National Stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2026 Wednesday, launching German and Spanish editions of NBT-India’s *Modern Indian Classic Stories for Children* and positioning the collective display as a showcase for Indian literature and languages, with officials linking its reach to India-Germany ties as the countries mark 75 years of diplomatic relations.

Yogi says UP has moved from women’s safety to empowerment

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath says the state moved from questions over women’s safety toward an identity of security and empowerment, citing zero-tolerance policing, monitoring, Mission Shakti and Safe City initiatives. Women police personnel, he said, rose from 10,000 to more than 44,000, but he provided no crime figures to assess results. During Navratri.

Inside Madhuri Dixit's home: 5,500 square feet of pure magic with sea view and so many paintings

Madhuri Dixit and husband Dr Shriram Nene’s Mumbai home blends quiet luxury, MF Husain art and family comforts, as a tour shared by Farah Khan revealed. The 5,500-square-foot, 53rd-floor apartment features views, musical instruments, a cinema-style media room and minimalist kitchen. Designed by Apoorva Shroff, the Lower Parel home cost ₹48 crore in 2022.

How to ‘fibremaxx’ this Navratri: Nutritionist shares easy hacks to add more fibre to festive meals

Add fibre to Navratri meals without sacrificing flavour: nutritionist Roshni Sanghvi recommends starting with fruit, salad or permitted vegetables to encourage fullness, then making mindful swaps such as roasted makhana, seed- and nut-rich snacks, or baked millet-flour chaklis. Non-fasters can include pulses, sprouts and lentils; enjoy sweets mindfully, control portions, stay hydrated and avoid guilt.

10 hair styling tools for Diwali parties: From bouncy blowouts to glamorous curls

Diwali hair styling can be achieved with one tool, and Hindustan Times highlights 10 options on Amazon India, from straighteners, curling tongs and hot-air brushes to dryers and multi-stylers for budgets and looks. The guide matches devices to sleek styles, curls, blowouts and touch-ups, advises heat protection and appropriate temperatures, and notes its affiliate partnership.

Uttarakhand cabinet clears revised rules for former Agniveer recruitment

Uttarakhand’s cabinet approved revised rules granting former Agniveers exemptions in written exams and physical standards tests for direct uniformed Group C state-service recruitment, alongside floodplain, fire-safety and business-compliance measures. It cleared bills for assembly introduction, backed expansion of a Haridwar institute, and approved infrastructure and public-service decisions. Earlier rules offered 10% reservation and age and fitness-test relaxations.

US mortgage rates near 7.5%: Why rising yields could push home loans to 8%?

US mortgage rates have risen one percentage point in just over a month to 7.5%, their highest in three years, making 8% plausible if pressures persist. Iran-related oil concerns, above-target inflation, robust growth, AI borrowing, record federal debt and expected Fed hikes are lifting Treasury yields. A slight retreat offers little reassurance amid market uncertainty.

How Jantar Mantar’s place in Delhi’s protest map changed

Delhi Police de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site, shifting demonstrations to Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground after the Supreme Court urged better-equipped alternatives, reviving concerns that relocation could weaken access to visible dissent. The 2018 ruling permits reasonable regulation, not blanket bans, while the historic hub grew after restrictions on Boat Club protests.

Chennai-bound IndiGo flight diverted after passenger’s power bank catches fire | What rules say

An IndiGo Delhi–Chennai flight carrying 191 people diverted to Hyderabad Sunday after a passenger’s power bank caught fire; crew extinguished it, and the plane landed safely. The aircraft was grounded for inspection. The incident highlights lithium-ion battery risks and tighter rules on storage and use; passengers should keep power banks accessible and alert crew to overheating.

Supreme Court against blanket firecracker ban in Delhi-NCR, but asks ‘what is religious about it’

The Supreme Court urged a practical approach to Delhi-NCR firecrackers, rejecting a blanket ban and asking people to celebrate safely while protecting public health and religious sentiments. Chief Justice Surya Kant warned restrictions could be unenforceable; judges favored public awareness, curbs on highly polluting crackers and safer alternatives. The hearing is part of wider proceedings on air pollution.

Madhuri Dixit’s husband didn’t recognise Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan at their wedding reception

Dr Shriram Nene recalled being a “prom king” at his reception with Madhuri Dixit, knowing no Bollywood guests except Amitabh Bachchan, whom he recognized from Amar Akbar Anthony. He said he had not known Madhuri’s fame, having grown up watching Hollywood films rather than Hindi cinema. They dated for three months before marrying in California in 1999.

‘You’re not main vote-theft criminal': Rahul asks Gyanesh Kumar to resign, become approver

Rahul Gandhi urged Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign and become an approver, saying he was not the mastermind behind alleged “vote theft” and protests would continue. The Opposition plans to petition the Supreme Court, alleging election manipulation and seeking Kumar’s removal and electoral reforms. Leaders say police crackdowns expose attempts to shield him.

Amazon TV award winners for 2026: Samsung, Sony and Xiaomi recognised across key TV categories

The 2026 Amazon TV awards highlight options from Samsung, Sony, LG, Xiaomi, Hisense and Lumio, spanning streaming, cinema and gaming. Choices range from 55-inch 4K sets to an 85-inch Mini LED model, with QLED, smart platforms, HDR, audio and gaming modes. Buyers should compare size, technology, software and prices while considering Great Indian Festival deals.

Trying oil pulling or panchakarma? An Ayurvedic doctor explains wellness trends to be cautious about

Doctor warns viral Ayurveda hacks—laxative teas, DIY cleanses and forced water drinking—can harm when stripped of individualized context. She cautions against prolonged oil pulling, harsh brushing, high-dose herbs and cold ghee, while stressing that Ayurveda tailors practices to constitution and intensive cleanses need physician supervision. The article says its guidance is informational, not medical advice.

RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2026: Apply for 3548 posts at rrbapply.gov.in, direct link here

RRB has invited applications for 3,548 NTPC Graduate posts online at rrbapply.gov.in until November 6, 2026; fees are due November 8, and corrections run November 9–18. Applicants must be aged 18–33 as of January 1, 2027, and pass two CBTs, document verification and medical examination, with selection based on merit. Fees are ₹500, reduced to ₹250 for eligible categories.