Shah Rukh Khan curates UNIFYD music festival in Abu Dhabi with Sonu Nigam, Arijit Singh, Karan Aujla

Shah Rukh Khan has curated UNIFYD, an Abu Dhabi music festival featuring Sonu Nigam, Arijit Singh and Karan Aujla, set for March 20, 2027, at Etihad Live; ticket alerts will appear on the District app. A promo shows Khan attempting instruments before yielding to performers. He starred in Pathaan, Jawan and Dunki in 2023.

HBO confirms Nicolas Cage, Antonio Banderas for 'True Detective' season 5

Nicolas Cage will lead HBO’s fifth season of *True Detective*, alongside Antonio Banderas, with production set to begin in 2027. Set in Jamaica Bay, New York, Cage will play Henry Logan and Banderas Rai García, while Issa López returns as writer, director and showrunner. Created by Nic Pizzolatto, the anthology follows a new investigation each season.

Prakash Raj says anti-CEC protests will continue despite crackdown: 'There is Gandhi's blood in us'

Prakash Raj vowed peaceful nationwide protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision, saying restrictions and detentions would not silence citizens. Police intervened over microphone permission; Raj challenged curbs and said farmers, students and labour unions could join. Inspired by Gandhi, Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh, he called it a democratic-rights struggle.

Accepting child referral does not guarantee adoption if parents are ineligible, says Delhi HC

Delhi High Court ruled prospective adoptive parents have no enforceable right to adopt based on a child referral or CARA’s NOC processing if ineligible, dismissing a Singapore-based man’s challenge. He accepted a girl’s referral, but rules restrict couples with two or more children to special-needs or hard-to-place cases; the court ordered eligibility checks before future referrals.

UP: Bahraich court acquits woman, another accused facing trial on poisoning charges

A Bahraich court acquitted Ankita Jaiswal and Dilip Kumar Patel of poisoning charges tied to her nephew’s 2021 death and four illnesses, finding circumstantial evidence insufficient. Jaiswal, jailed since August 2021, received free legal aid. Prosecutors alleged she poisoned relatives’ tea to escape her marriage, but produced no eyewitness or proof of her alleged relationship with Patel.

Susie Wiles helped arrange Katie Zacharia’s Fox News interview before her exit: Report

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles reportedly helped arrange Katie Zacharia’s Fox interview before Zacharia was ousted after five days, prompting claims of a “sanctioned hit” against a disfavored appointee. Officials denied orchestration, and Fox defended Hannity’s independence. The interview highlighted her criticized briefing and failed California bar exam; Trump advised her to reconsider.

Reliance Consumer Products director, 9 others booked after FDA seizes ₹48 lakh food stock

Police filed an FIR against a Reliance Consumer Products director and nine others after Maharashtra’s FDA seized Rs 48.09 lakh in food stock, alleging expired, damaged and rejected products were diverted for resale. The accused include personnel from Reliance Retail, Blinkit and Zomato Hyperpure, disposal operators and suppliers; investigators cited questionable destruction certificates and mismatched disposal records.

India-Canada trade sees double-digit growth amid PM Modi's December visit

Canada–India goods trade rose sharply in January–August 2026, with exports climbing 36.7% to CA$3.03 billion and imports increasing 10.2% to CA$7.05 billion, as negotiators seek to conclude a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) by December. A Canadian trade mission in India secured 34 agreements worth nearly CA$300 million; metals and minerals led exports, while total trade reached CA$13.6 billion in 2025.

Can social media bans protect young people’s mental health? Research suggests bans aren’t the answer

Social media firms face over $17 billion in 2026 settlements as 20-plus countries consider or impose youth bans, citing mental health concerns. Yet evidence suggests prohibitions may not help: many Australian teens bypass restrictions, age checks raise privacy risks, and bans may push children toward riskier spaces. It favors default safeguards, digital literacy and care.

India hits back at UN report on youth protests, says based on ‘hearsay, unverified claims’

India rejected UN rapporteur Gina Romero’s claims that young people face retaliation for speaking on mental health and gender justice, calling her report arbitrary and reliant on anonymous submissions. At the UN, diplomat Anuj Swarup cited constitutional protections and youth political activism, urging her to “verify before vilifying.” The report came amid protests over voter-roll revisions.

One killed, three injured as truck rams two motorcycles in southwest Delhi’s Dwarka

A man died and three others were injured when a truck struck two motorcycles in Dwarka Sector 18, southwest Delhi, early Saturday; police arrested its driver. The injured went to hospitals, with two referred for treatment and one unable to give a statement. Police filed a rash-driving and negligence case, seizing both motorcycles and the truck.

Radhika Merchant's birthday look merges polka dots and delicate lace in a ₹29,700 dress

Radhika Merchant, the Ambani family’s younger daughter-in-law, celebrated her birthday on October 16. A video shared on Instagram offered a glimpse into the celebration, featuring floral decorations, Radhika cutting her birthday cake, and her staff joining her for the special occasion.

Maharashtra plans fifth Film City across 125 acres in Konkan’s Ratnagiri district

Maharashtra plans a fifth Film City across 125 acres in Guhagar, Ratnagiri, to address Konkan production gaps and create local jobs. The proposed ₹100-crore project may use a public-private partnership, with studios, crew accommodation and shooting locations. Scenic Dapoli and Guhagar attract film and television shoots but lack facilities; Mumbai’s Goregaon remains Maharashtra’s only operating Film City.

Neha Dhupia expresses regret over turning down roles in Chak De India and Operation Safed Sagar

Neha Dhupia regrets turning down two projects she had hoped to pursue: Shah Rukh Khan’s 2007 sports drama *Chak De India* and the military series *Operation Safed Sagar*. On *Double Date*, she said both opportunities would have let her explore sports and military stories. Dhupia hosts the YouTube show with husband Angad Bedi.

In 1904, a British duke sent 6 tahr to New Zealand for hunters; now tens of thousands roam its Alps

New Zealand’s alpine plants struggle under Himalayan tahr grazing, which lowers tussock height and plant cover, can leave slopes bare, threatens endangered flowers and reduces habitat for birds such as kea and rock wren. A long-term study of 111 plots found these effects despite vegetation recovery. Introduced for hunting in 1904, tahr now require control.

Tried and Tested: Skechers SKX Aero Burst; lightweight running shoes

The Skechers SKX Aero Burst is a lightweight, cushioned shoe for walking, jogging and running, but its ₹16,999 price and firm lace area make trying it on important, particularly if easy entry matters. Technical features include HYPER BURST ICE cushioning, Arch Fit insoles and a Goodyear outsole, though fit remains individual. Its striking colour stands out, too.

Get iPhone 16 for as low as ₹39,000, here's the trick

Amazon’s Great Indian Festival Sale 2026 brings the 128GB iPhone 16 to ₹76,999; bank discounts, cashback and exchange benefits can lower its effective price to ₹38,999. No-cost EMI is also available. Now listed at ₹89,900 after a price hike, the phone features an A18 chip, 6.1-inch OLED display and dual 48MP/12MP cameras.

From dry eyes to hair regrowth: Discover how 2 women transformed their lives with Ayurveda

Two women at SDM College of Ayurveda reported improvement after tailored treatment: a 31-year-old with facial swelling and dry eyes and mouth improved after seven days, while a 35-year-old with alopecia areata saw hair regrowth over two months. The cases describe monitored therapies, but do not establish general effectiveness; professional medical advice remains essential.

Nat Habit’s Swagatika Das on modern Ayurveda, skincare trends and why a simpler routine may work

Nat Habit CEO Swagatika Das says the brand pairs Ayurvedic traditions with science-led formulations for convenient use, while protecting freshness and efficacy. She urges consumers to assess “natural” claims through sourcing, testing, transparency and results, and favors routines over excessive actives. The brand arose from experience of a gap between traditional rituals and modern products.

Delhi sees a rise in temperature, AQI slips to ‘moderate’; clear skies predicted

Delhi’s minimum temperature climbed to 20°C on Saturday, 0.4°C above normal, while air quality worsened from satisfactory Friday to moderate, with AQI 137 at 10.05 am. Safdarjung rose 0.6°C; other minimums ranged from 19.1°C in Ayanagar to 20.3°C at Ridge. No rain fell, and skies were forecast to remain clear, with temperatures near 33°C maximum and 21°C minimum.

Reviving the rhino: A true conservation gain

India’s rhino population has grown from just 20 survivors in Kaziranga to more than 3,200, a conservation success driven by sanctuaries, translocations, anti-poaching enforcement and community support. Kaziranga holds about 2,600, but crowded habitats and flood-driven road crossings make wildlife corridors urgent. Launched in 2005, IRV2020 aimed to reach 3,000 rhinos across Assam’s protected areas.

Relish a taste of Bengal this pujo season with home-cooked delicacies

For Durga Puja, Delhi-NCR chefs are offering intimate Bengali feasts featuring live music, contemporary classics and vintage cinema. Susmita Guha Srivastava hosts groups in Dwarka October 17–20, serving hilsa and mutton kosha alongside songs; Gurugram’s Tunika Guha reimagines favourites through a modern six-course menu, while Noida’s Arpita Mukherjee pairs supper with films and food stories.

Ex-Health Minister recalls ‘harassment’ after Muraleedharan’s remarks

Former Health Minister Veena George said she faced physical attacks, cyber harassment and false propaganda while in office, describing wreaths and coffins left at her home as “too cruel” and saying she could not give up. Her remarks followed successor K. Muraleedharan’s warning that health officials face backlash over alleged negligence, inadequate facilities and medicine shortages, made at a Friday graduation ceremony.

Women’s turn to visit a doctor need not come last

AB PM-JAY is shifting women’s health from the bottom of household priorities toward an entitlement, covering all eligible family members, without size limits, with cashless care up to ₹5 lakh yearly. It includes cancer and gynaecological care and extends coverage to women frontline health workers. Yet access still depends on stronger hospitals and digital systems.

Indian democracy: Views of voters and experts at variance

Indian citizens and democracy experts judge democracy by different standards: 74% of Indian respondents in Pew’s 2025 survey were satisfied, while experts cite weakened freedoms and concentrated power. The divide reflects democracy’s paradoxes—mandates versus scrutiny, majority rule versus restraints, institutional autonomy versus accountability, and equal votes versus doubts about competence—fueling polarization and fears of domination.

US daylight saving time 2026: What we know on November clock change and Trump’s stalled plan

Most Americans will turn clocks back an hour at 2 a.m. November 1, 2026, as daylight saving time ends, because Congress has not approved President Trump’s proposal to end the twice-yearly change. The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act, but it remains stalled in the Senate over winter concerns; Hawaii and most of Arizona opt out.

AISA's Neha Bora released, CJP's Dipke arrested; police to file 7-8 FIRs amid Delhi stir

AISA president Neha Bora was released after 12-hour detention, while Cockroach Janta Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke was arrested preventively for planning a flag march. Protests demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over alleged electoral-roll irregularities and the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision; police plan over seven FIRs, while Bora alleged denial of access to lawyers.

In 1868, Hong Kong gifted Hawaii 8 axis deer; now their 60,000 descendants eat crops and forests

Axis deer, introduced to Molokaʻi as an 1868 goodwill gift from Hong Kong, number in the tens of thousands, damaging crops, native plants, forests and soils, with runoff threatening reefs. Without predators, herds can grow 20–30% annually; studies suggest reducing them may require removing that share each year, especially females. Deer spread to Lānaʻi and Maui.

As AIADMK steps into 55th year, Palaniswami calls for unity to overcome political challenges

AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami urged workers to unite with determination and defeat what he called anti-democratic forces and anti-people rule through democratic means, as the party entered its 55th year Saturday. He called for renewed efforts to protect Tamil Nadu’s rights and restore good governance, invoking founder M.G. Ramachandran and chief J. Jayalalithaa’s legacy.

Adopt a Pet: Delhi-NCR residents, bring home a loving companion from this bunch of furry buddies

Four pets in Noida and Greater Noida need loving homes, with Nora’s adoption especially urgent because foster funds are running out and she risks returning to the streets. The animals include friendly, vaccinated two-year-old dog Noorie, five-month-old cat Tiny, a recovering 1.5-year-old Shih Tzu, and shy-but-affectionate, vaccinated 10-month-old Nora. To adopt, WhatsApp: 9810553737, 8826779850, 8585905278, or 7987901776.