Pretty Little Liars star Keegan Allen robbed and beaten at gunpoint outside grocery store

Pretty Little Liars star Keegan Allen says two masked men robbed and beat him in West Hollywood Thursday night, striking him and threatening him with a gun and knife before stealing his watch; he shared a bloodied video and attack footage, called the area unsafe, and said he feared for his life. He played Toby Cavanaugh.

Telangana fire services revises fire safety rules for provisional Fire NOCs

Telangana has revised fire-safety requirements for provisional Fire No Objection Certificates, effective October 7, with rules applying only to fresh applications. Residential apartments now need an NOC from 24 metres, up from 18 metres, while fire towers and command centres are required at that height across occupancies. The changes followed builder consultations and aim to simplify compliance.

Homeguard strangles wife, daughter in Lko; domestic discord suspected: Police

A 56-year-old Lucknow homeguard was detained after allegedly strangling his wife and daughter with a data cable at home early Friday, then calling police to confess, officials said. Their bodies were found on separate floors, and a murder case was registered. Investigators are probing domestic discord, including disputes over the daughter’s conversations with a young man.

‘Vijay Deverakonda is such a good man’: Ranabaali producer makes open appeal not to troll his lead

Ranabaali producer Ravi Shankar urged trolls to stop targeting Vijay Deverakonda, praising him as kind and asking people to judge the film, not spread negativity. At launch, he condemned attacks on the period drama before its release. Vijay dismissed online abuse, noting others also face trolling. The Rashmika Mandanna-starrer opens October 16, a day before Jailer 2.

7 kitchen crockery units to explore during this Amazon Great Indian Sale

Amazon’s Great Indian Festival Sale features crockery units with advertised discounts of up to 56%, alongside SBI card savings, Prime-member offers and no-cost EMI on select listings. Designs in sheesham or engineered wood provide glass displays, drawers and appliance space; buyers should verify prices and specifications. These cabinets organise and showcase dinnerware in kitchens and dining rooms.

Delhi court rejects bail plea of accused in MCOCA case, issues show-cause notices

Delhi court denied bail to Kapil Mann, linked to Gogi gang, in an MCOCA case, citing evidence linking him to five FIRs and failure to satisfy legal bail conditions. It issued show-cause notices to his wife and a police investigator for allegedly concealing an earlier rejected plea. Mann jailed since 2019; Gogi was killed in 2021.

5 kitchen gadgets to grab during the Amazon sale

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2026 highlights kitchen gadgets for easier daily cooking, with listed discounts reaching 68% on an air fryer, 60% on an INALSA chopper, 56% on a Lifelong hand blender and 50% on a kettle-steamer. Also featured is an electric kettle; prices and availability may vary, and Hindustan Times discloses its affiliate partnership.

Orissa HC says Article 21 protects foreign nationals’ right to life, orders seafarers’ return

The Orissa High Court ruled that Article 21’s guarantee of dignified life protects foreign nationals in India, ordering the Centre to repatriate 23 seafarers stranded aboard an abandoned tanker at Paradip within three weeks. The crew lacked supplies and wages for months. The vessel remains arrested over claims, but abandonment cannot absolve the Centre of statutory duties.

Ishita Dutta teases Drishyam return: Make another one, and I’ll commit another murder!

Ishita Dutta Sheth says Drishyam, her first film and the source of her recognition, is ending on a bittersweet note, though its open conclusion leaves room for more. The finale’s anticipation and annual October 2 memes have astonished her. She also recalls her family-like bond with Ajay Devgn, including preparing to film De De Pyaar De 2 after childbirth.

Actor-producer Rahul Raj Singh breaks silence after acquittal: They made a villain out of me

Ten years after Pratyusha Banerjee’s death, the High Court has discharged actor-producer Rahul Raj Singh, ending his decade-long legal battle; he says the ruling brings relief and plans legal action against those he accuses of defaming him. Singh says the case ruined his reputation and career, and that a phone recording recovered during the investigation helped clear him.

GIFT Nifty and Market Analysis: How Investors Can Use Pre-Market Indicators

Investors should judge GIFT Nifty by its gap, cause and confirmation from pre-market indicators—not merely its direction. Large or conflicting moves call for caution, while stable readings near the open offer signals; sector implications depend on the catalyst. Domestic news can reverse the trend. This branded content promotes Kotak Neo and is not investment advice.

'Come back, let's build India': Shridhar Vembu to Indian techies after US Green Card freeze

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urged Indians in the US to return and help build India after US authorities froze Green Card-related PERM filings at eight firms, including TCS, Infosys and Wipro. The move threatens a residency route for skilled workers, though H-1B visas appear unaffected. Vembu cited Indians’ contributions and the hardship of uprooting lives.

6 Things Investors Should Know About GIFT Nifty

GIFT Nifty, a dollar-denominated futures contract linked to Nifty 50, is chiefly watched as a pre-market signal for Indian equities, though resident Indians cannot trade it directly. It trades about 21 hours on NSE International Exchange in GIFT City, where foreign investors may benefit from tax advantages; it replaced Singapore’s SGX Nifty in 2023, bringing the product under Indian oversight.

'Uniform ke peeche bhi insaan hai': Delhi Police's open letter to citizens ahead of CJP stir

Delhi tightened security for CJP’s October 10 protest at Jantar Mantar, where demonstrators demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Police denied permission and deployed 26,000 personnel; restrictions at 57 Metro stations disrupted travel and prompted some schools to move classes online. In an open letter, police emphasized safety, while the INDIA bloc will raise the demand with President Droupadi Murmu.

Knee arthritis: LightYears Health on treatment and joint care options

Most people with knee osteoarthritis should not assume surgery is imminent; early nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes may support comfort, although treatment depends on severity and medical advice. LightYears Health positions its Move Easy supplement and WhatsApp-based Knee Recovery Plan for this earlier stage, combining Boswellia with nutrients. This paid article is not medical advice.

Benefits of cardio exercises: Here's how you can choose the perfect cardio machine for a home gym

Home cardio machines help improve heart health, burn calories and pursue goals without gym visits, with options including bikes, ellipticals, treadmills, pedal exercisers and step machines. The guide highlights adjustable resistance, tracking and compact designs, and advises shoppers to consider goals, space, preferences and durability. Cardio can reduce stress, build stamina and support weight management.

MP deputy CM Jagdish Devda’s OSD removed after allegations of ₹1 crore liquor bribe

Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda removed Deepam Raichura from his OSD post after an unverified statement alleged Raichura took a Rs 1 crore bribe linked to liquor contracts in 2024-25. Devda ordered an inquiry, saying Raichura was not his OSD at the time. The claim came from fraud-accused Mohit Gogia, arrested in 2025.

Vijay hails Dharapuram bypoll win, MK Stalin calls TVK victory 'temporary', a 'betrayal'

TVK, led by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, won the Dharapuram and Madurantakam by-elections, prompting a clash with the DMK. Vijay said voters rejected “defamatory speech aimed at women”; DMK president M K Stalin called the polls a “blatant murder of democracy” and the victory temporary. The row followed Stalin’s “Petti Bama” remark about candidate P Sathyabama.

A nod and a rink: A Wknd chat with Indian ice-hockey player Padma Chorol

India ice-hockey star Padma Chorol makes her screen debut in Ladakhi-language film *Birds on Ice*, premiering at Busan, as a player who inspires a young girl’s national-team dream. The role mirrors Chorol’s journey from borrowing oversized gear to playing on frozen lakes and helping India win bronze in 2019 and 2025; the women’s team was formed in 2016.

How Tamil-origin Navi Pillay fought racism to become human rights icon, win Nobel Prize

Pillay, 85, won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for advancing international law and promoting prosecutions for war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. The former UN human rights chief served on South Africa’s High Court, Rwanda’s tribunal and the International Criminal Court, helping establish rape as genocide. Raised poor in apartheid-era Durban, she overcame racial, class and gender barriers.

Two boys contaminated overhead water tank at school in TN's Palani: Police

Police say two boys, aged 11 and 12, put fecal matter into a drinking-water tank at a government primary school in Pudur near Palani as childish mischief, with no ulterior motive, after questioning 40-plus people. Found when school reopened October 5, it prompted a complaint; the headmaster cleaned and moved the tank, while further inquiry continues.

Take stringent measures to curb sale of synthetic manja: T’gana Forest Force chief tells officials

Telangana forest chief Vinay Kumar ordered tougher action against synthetic “Chinese manja,” citing risks to people, Indian Rollers and wildlife. Officials will target sellers, interstate supplies and online listings, while police intensify enforcement. Public awareness campaigns will warn students and families; temples must prevent caged rollers at Durga pandals, where Dasara sightings are considered auspicious.

BJP’s Dinesh Arya elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from Uttarakhand

BJP candidate Dinesh Arya was elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Uttarakhand on Friday after no nominations were filed, officials said. His certificate was issued as incumbent Naresh Bansal’s term ends November 25. Arya, a Dalit leader from Kumaon, represents BJP outreach ahead of February’s assembly elections; Congress did not contest, citing insufficient numbers.

Former Sri Lankan president Rajapaksa moves apex court seeking protection from arrest

Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court for protection from arrest under anti-terrorism laws over the 2019 Easter bombings, after an appeals court dismissed his earlier petition without a hearing. A June travel ban may precede arrest, and authorities offered no assurance otherwise. The coordinated church and hotel attacks killed nearly 270 people in 2019.

Kandla Forum 2026 Unites Global Hydrogen and Maritime Leaders to Drive Green Projects

DPA convened Kandla Forum 2026, bringing over 200 executives together to advance investment, technology partnerships and maritime decarbonisation. The port showcased its operating one-megawatt green hydrogen plant, planned facilities and methanol bunkering, while talks and visits examined clean-fuel production, shipping and shipbuilding. Kandla aims to become an emerging green-energy hub supporting India’s 2070 net-zero goal.

I spent a week in Hong Kong in November. Here’s how to plan your 2026 trip

For 2026, Indian visitors need free Pre-Arrival Registration for visa-free Hong Kong stays of up to 14 days; rejection requires a visa. Book attractions early, use an Octopus card, carry cash, and stay centrally. A week combined parks, temples, beaches and local food; two travelers spent ₹2–2.5 lakh. WinterFest is expected in November, but dates remain unconfirmed.

A guide to buying bonds when yields are on the rise

Record Treasury yields are drawing investors to bonds for income and diversification, despite credit, interest-rate, call, prepayment and tax risks. Chasing yield can expose buyers to defaults; longer maturities lose value as rates rise, while callable and mortgage-backed bonds may repay early. Ladders and tax-aware accounts can reduce risks; bonds are loans repaid with interest.

Scrapped IPO of Nvidia-Backed Company Points to Limits of AI Boom

Nvidia-backed Firmus Grid scrapped its $5 billion IPO after investors balked at a $30 billion valuation, opting for private investment instead. The retreat highlights scrutiny of AI-linked valuations amid higher borrowing costs and doubts about neocloud profitability. Firmus sells computing to OpenAI and Meta; the offering would have been Australia’s largest since Telstra’s 1997 privatization.

Sonakshi-Zaheer reveal how a friend's suggestion gave their film 'Tu Hai Meri Kiran' its title

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal say “Tu Hai Meri Kiran” was named after a friend’s spontaneous suggestion, which captures the film’s themes of one-sided love, obsession and blurred reality. Directed by Karan Rawal, the psychological thriller follows Samar’s fixation on Kiran as affection turns frightening and controlling, and is scheduled to open in theatres on October 23. Its title echoes “Darr.”

Shakun Batra on why young Bollywood romances are failing to connect: We've done a huge disservice…

Director Shakun Batra says Indian romances struggle to connect with young viewers because filmmakers chase what they think youth want and present love as an effortless soulmate fantasy. He argues filmmakers should express authentic feelings, not follow trends, trusting audiences may understand the work later. His *Lust Stories 3* romance reflects how real relationships complicate marriage.