Denied permission, Opposition moves symbolic CEC ‘trial’ to Kharge’s house

INDIA bloc will stage a mock Parliament at Kharge’s residence Friday, symbolically seeking to impeach Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over electoral-roll manipulation allegations. Kharge will introduce the resolution, Rahul Gandhi deliver the closing speech, and Speaker Meira Kumar preside. Voters with deleted names will attend before the November 1 protest; CEC removal requires Parliament.

The making of Uma Kashvi, the youngest ever pick in WPL auction history

Uma Kashvi made WPL history as the auction’s youngest pick, joining Delhi Capitals for Rs 10 lakh after years of training. Already an India Under-19 representative, the Karnataka all-rounder is known for powerful hitting and agile fielding, and has captained her state. She began cricket at seven, with Shantha Rangaswamy identifying her talent at eight.

3 siblings, including a cancer patient, found dead in a flat in Mumbai's Virar

Police found three siblings’ decomposed bodies in their rented Virar flat early Thursday, suspecting suicide after discovering a mobile-phone video describing their intentions. One sibling had paralysis, while a brother was receiving cancer treatment; the video and a sister’s account cited health problems and financial distress. They may have died days earlier, and police are investigating.

Chakra Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

October 29’s horoscope urges emotional healing, self-awareness and grounded growth, advising all signs to move patiently, trust their worth and avoid forcing answers or decisions amid uncertainty. Reflection, authentic communication and openness to new experiences may help people release patterns and restore balance. Each sign receives chakra, food and crystal suggestions rooted in spiritual practices.

Ambitious people can have healthy relationships: Psychologist explains

Ambitious careers and healthy relationships can coexist when work does not eclipse emotional intimacy, psychologist Chandrima Misra Mukherjee says; partners should communicate their goals and pressures, offer reciprocal support, and protect time for connection. Small, consistent habits—shared meals, phone-free moments, and daily check-ins—help both partners feel valued, while balance means adapting priorities, not dividing time equally.

Ex-DMK Minister Anbil knocks HC doors, seeks quashing of FIR against him in school scam

Former DMK minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has asked the Madras High Court to quash an FIR in an alleged multi-crore bribery scam involving private-school recognition and approvals; the court will hear his petition on November 10. His lawyers say police arrested him inside counsel’s office, while prosecutors say he was detained outside after waiting.

Mike Rogers, ex-FBI agent, running for US Senate against Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan

Republican Mike Rogers is seeking Michigan’s 2026 Senate seat against Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, emphasizing manufacturing jobs, lower costs, immigration enforcement and national security, while facing criticism over his ties to Donald Trump and attacks on his rival. A former congressman and intelligence committee chair, Rogers lost the 2024 Senate race to Democrat Elissa Slotkin after years in public service.

Gulmohar Greens demolition: Diamond cutting technique may be used at Ghaziabad towers

Allahabad High Court ordered demolition of two towers and two floors each in four others at Ghaziabad’s Gulmohar Greens, directing an FIR against the promoter. Selected-floor removal may require diamond cutting to limit vibrations and protect lower levels; towers could be imploded. The ruling imposes ₹25 lakh in costs over alleged fraud and apartment-law violations.

Delhi HC refuses access to Race Course mosque for prayers

The Delhi High Court refused worshippers access to Race Course mosque Thursday, citing safety risks from demolition, while the Centre pledged no coercive action against it for four weeks. Authorities will consider the Delhi Waqf Board’s representation. The petition seeks protection of the mosque, a Waqf property since 1977; the next hearing is December 16.

Two Madhya Pradesh sisters die by suicide with four children within hours: Police

Two sisters and four children died in separate wells in Madhya Pradesh’s Shivpuri district within six hours Wednesday, police said; two daughters survived the first incident as investigators probe. The younger sister, 35 and eight months pregnant, reportedly jumped with her children after her husband’s death; her 40-year-old sister followed after hearing the news, though her motive remains unclear.

A serial killer, an obsessed cop and an undercover FBI agent. Welcome to Apple's 'Nocturne'

Apple TV’s “Nocturne” stars Stephen Graham as a serial killer whose confinement complicates the search for a kidnapped girl. A boy’s return, an undercover FBI agent and a detective propel the investigation, as authorities suspect the killer has an accomplice. Adapted from Lars Kepler novels, the thriller relocates its story from Scandinavia to Pennsylvania.

Three Nigerians, Delhi man held over drug-trafficking links; narcotics worth ₹1.5 crore seized

Delhi Police arrested three Nigerian nationals and a Delhi resident for alleged drug trafficking, seizing 417 grams of MDMA and 105 grams of cocaine worth Rs 1.5 crore. Police say the group supplied drugs across Delhi-NCR. A September 25 tip-off led to the arrests; the foreigners allegedly lacked valid documents, and investigators are probing links.

Parts of Delhi under IMD red alert for rain, cloudy skies may delay moon sighting on Karwa Chauth

IMD issued orange rain alerts for North and southwest Delhi and yellow alerts for Central Delhi and Gurugram through 5:20 p.m. Thursday, warning showers and cloud cover may obscure the Karwa Chauth moon and disrupt fasting rituals. Rain and thunderstorms are forecast through October 30, followed by clearer skies from November 1, with highs around 30°C.

Brewers beat Rays 4-1 to clinch first World Series title in franchise history

Milwaukee won its first World Series title Wednesday, defeating Tampa Bay 4-1 in Game 5 to end a 44-year drought. Ace Jacob Misiorowski threw 5⅔ scoreless innings before leaving with a calf cramp; rookie Cooper Pratt drove in two runs, and William Contreras earned MVP honors. Milwaukee’s only previous Series appearance was in 1982.

Varun Dhawan picks Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar over Ranbir Kapoor in Animal

Varun Dhawan picked Ranveer Singh’s performance in Dhurandhar over Ranbir Kapoor’s in Animal, answering without hesitation during Koffee With Karan Season 9’s rapid-fire round. Both films became box-office hits: Dhurandhar earned over ₹1,300 crore worldwide, while Animal collected ₹915 crore. Singh portrayed undercover spy Hamza; Kapoor played revenge-driven Ranvijay in their respective films.

Tanu Weds Manu 3 won't move ahead without R Madhavan and Kangana Ranaut, confirms Aanand L Rai

Aanand L Rai says Tanu Weds Manu 3 will not proceed without original stars R Madhavan and Kangana Ranaut, dismissing reports of a fresh-cast sequel and saying any future instalment must include them. He also advised filmmakers to follow their strengths rather than trends. The 2011 romantic comedy and its 2015 sequel were major commercial successes.

Paper straws may be worse for the environment than plastic, South Korea study finds

South Korea’s commissioned study challenges the belief that paper straws are greener: conventional plastic had the lowest impact in 10 of 16 categories, while paper’s modeled carcinogenic impact was 6.33 times higher and acidification impact twice as high. Assessing life cycles and waste disposal, researchers renewed criticism of South Korea’s policy, disliked by 87.5% of surveyed citizens.

Review: The Disappearers by Marlon James

Marlon James’s *The Disappearers* follows survivors searching for missing castmates after a homophobic attack derails a 1988 Kingston production of *Fortune and Men’s Eyes*, giving voice to queer lives erased by violence. Through journals, testimony and Jamaican cultural detail, the novel evokes AIDS-era disappearance and media cruelty; despite weak momentum, its haunting portrait makes silenced afterlives audible.

Shubman Gill beats Ronaldo in marketability rankings; Kohli, Rohit miss top-50

Five Indian cricketers feature in SportsPro’s 2026 marketability list, led by Shubman Gill at 13th, ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni missed the top 50; Jemimah Rodrigues, Rishabh Pant, Smriti Mandhana and Jasprit Bumrah ranked 31st, 36th, 37th and 39th. Aryna Sabalenka topped rankings assessed using 27 factors.

Diljit Dosanjh Delhi concert on October 30: Traffic curbs, diversions on key roads; check advisory

Delhi will restrict roads around JLN Stadium from 1 pm to midnight October 30 for Diljit Dosanjh’s concert, urging commuters to avoid the area. Lodhi Road, Bhishma Pitamah Marg and Barapullah Flyover are affected. Metro is recommended; parking is unavailable, while taxis must use designated stops. The event is part of Dosanjh’s Aura India Tour.

Barcelona fined €602 over Álvarez: Rules for approaching contracted players across football leagues

Spain’s football federation fined Barcelona €602 for allegedly approaching Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez without notifying his club in writing, violating rules on contacting contracted players. Barcelona plans to appeal, saying it followed procedures. The Argentine remains under contract through 2030, and any early move requires Atlético’s agreement or payment of his €500 million release clause.

Magnitude 5.1 earthquake strikes near Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Thursday about 218 kilometers north-northwest of Bamboo Flat in India’s Andaman and Nicobar Islands, according to the US Geological Survey, with further details awaited as the report develops. The initial account provides no information about damage, injuries, depth, or tsunami effects, and the circumstances and impact of the quake remain unclear.

Jon Ossoff, ex-investigative journalist and Georgia's youngest senator, seeks re-election in 2026

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff seeks a second term in 2026 against Republican Mike Collins, emphasizing affordability, healthcare and accountability while opposing Trump’s tariffs and Iran war and calling for AI safeguards. His child-safety investigations and questions over Israel arms sales have drawn debate, as have donor Reid Hoffman’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Elected in 2021, Ossoff previously ran Insight TWI.

Netflix's Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh explains why 'success' goes beyond viewership numbers, top 10 lists

Netflix India film chief Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh says a film’s success is measured less by viewership or global rankings than by the conversations it sparks, including polarising debate and characters that stay with audiences. She describes 2026 as surprising, with titles finding audiences, and says streaming rewards creative risks over formulaic filmmaking and pre-release promotion.

Varun Dhawan wants Sidharth Malhotra for a Heated Rivalry remake, says there was ‘tension’ in SOTY

Varun Dhawan is reportedly in talks to lead Yash Raj Films’ first horror feature, directed by Abhay Pannu, which would mark his collaboration with the studio since *Sui Dhaaga* (2018). On *Koffee With Karan*, he chose Sidharth Malhotra for a Bollywood *Heated Rivalry*, joking their *Student of the Year* characters had sexual tension, delighting fans.

Ex-Bangladesh Air Force officer found dead in river, family links death to Hasina chopper video

Former Bangladesh Air Force Flight Lieutenant Tahsif Souri was found dead in Dhaka’s Turag River on Wednesday, a day after relatives reported him missing; an autopsy is expected to establish the cause. His cousin alleged he was harassed and murdered for sharing footage of Sheikh Hasina’s 2024 departure, but reports connecting Souri to the video remain unverified.

Anupam Kher feels proud to see the reactions to Ramayana after LA premiere, hails the entire team

Anupam Kher praised Ramayana’s scale, visuals and performances after its Los Angeles premiere, calling its international reach a source of pride and celebrating voicing Jatayu. Early reactions likened its grandeur to The Lord of the Rings. The two-part film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, opens November 5, 2026.

UP tightens rules: Those involved in regime change through violence barred from govt jobs

Uttar Pradesh bars candidates linked to organisations seeking violent regime change from government jobs, while permanently disqualifying applicants implicated in serious crimes, including murder, rape, terrorism, corruption and exam-paper leaks. Rules issued after High Court directions cover departments and public bodies; political beliefs or an FIR alone do not disqualify, and candidates may challenge adverse reports.

Former Swiss model Beatrice Keul, who accused Trump of rape, alleges receiving a threatening call

Former Miss Switzerland runner-up Beatrice Keul says an anonymous caller threatened her and her family after she accused President Donald Trump of raping her in 1993, leaving her fearful. The call followed a House Democrats’ report detailing her allegation; the White House denies it, and it remains unverified. Keul reported the threat; the caller is unidentified.

6 Apple deals I recommend everyone during Flipkart Big Billion Days 2026

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2026 offers six Apple deals: MacBook Air M5, Apple Watch Series 11 and SE 3, Magic Mouse, AirTag 2 and AirPods 5. Discounts reach 26%, while bank offers may add savings, including up to ₹10,500 on the MacBook. Check prices, variants, availability and terms; Apple’s ecosystem integration offsets premium pricing.