Farmers call off march to Mumbai after Fadnavis govt promises drought relief

More than 12,000 farmers withdrew their march to Mumbai on Tuesday after Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis responded positively to demands for drought relief, crop-insurance payments and loan waivers. He promised assistance, including pending Namo Shetkari payments, and said a proposal to raise incentives for farmers who repay loans regularly would be considered. The Left-led march began in Igatpuri.

Bihar MLC election results: BJP’s Narendra Prasad Singh wins Tirhut Teachers’ seat

BJP-led NDA won Tirhut Teachers’ and led in Kosi Graduates’ and Patna Teachers’ contests, while JD(U)’s Neeraj Kumar narrowly led Patna Graduates’ and Jan Suraaj Party’s Suresh Rai led Darbhanga Teachers’. Counting continued, with results expected Wednesday. The October 23 polls covered eight council seats; ballot-paper counting was slow, and teacher turnout exceeded graduate turnout.

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey: India thrash Bangladesh 13-0

International hockey returned to Punjab after 17 years Tuesday, as India opened Asian Champions Trophy title defence with a 13-0 Bangladesh rout before Jalandhar crowd. Mandeep Singh scored a hat-trick, captain Harmanpreet Singh twice, and seven Indians found the net. The homecoming carried meaning for Jalandhar-born players; midfielder Nilakanta Sharma announced his retirement afterward.

Triple murder in Lucknow: ‘Police informer’ tag kept Saadatganj accused in the clear, locals allege

Residents alleged prime accused Rishabh Shukla used police connections to intimidate people and suppress complaints, fuelling protests after the Saadatganj triple murder. The bereaved family said Shivendra Tiwari was shot while filming a confrontation, despite earlier seeking police help. Police Commissioner Tarun Gauba suspended the station house officer and outpost in-charge. Tiwari was a retired Secretariat employee and RSS official.

Lack of RT-PCR report no ground to deny ₹50 lakh Covid relief: HC

Allahabad High Court ruled authorities cannot deny a ₹50-lakh Covid-19 assistance claim solely for lack of a positive RT-PCR report when hospital records show a positive antigen test and authorities accept Covid-19 as the cause of death. It allowed Singh’s petition, finding antigen tests qualify under the scheme; her husband died while on pandemic duty.

Vijay wasn’t asked to convert to Hinduism, only affirm faith in deity: Madras HC

Madras High Court ruled that non-Hindus entering Tamil Nadu’s Agamic temples must affirm faith in the presiding deity and follow temple customs, clarifying Vijay was not asked to convert before visiting Meenakshi Amman. The order followed a petition seeking enforcement of entry rules and applies only to Agamic temples, excluding some multi-faith sites.

Parking dispute, power struggle: How Tiwari and Shukla families in Lucknow turned on each other

Three members of the Tiwari family were killed in a shooting allegedly triggered by a parking dispute and rivalry for local influence in Saadatganj, where relatives cremated them Tuesday. The victims were Shivaji Tiwari, his businessman son Shivendra and Suyash; residents said the families’ homes are 10 metres apart and they once shared ties, including childhood friendships.

Andhra govt fully geared up for Cyclone Arnab, 84,000 evacuated to safer places: CM Naidu

Andhra Pradesh prepares for Cyclone Arnab, due to make landfall near Yanam Wednesday morning, bringing 125–135 kmph winds and heavy rain; Chief Minister Naidu urged residents to follow official advice. Authorities opened 290 shelters, moved 84,396 people, mobilised emergency teams and medical supplies, and cancelled flights. The storm threatens the coast from Srikakulam to Bapatla.

Uttar Pradesh chief electoral officer apologises for sharp comment

Uttar Pradesh CEO Navdeep Rinwa apologized Tuesday for an official X post’s sharp tone, promising future communication would be polite and formal. AAP leaders had raised bizarre voter-list entries—“Ram killed Yadav” and “Ram killed Sharma”—as possible caste bias; Opposition figures called Rinwa’s sarcastic response irresponsible and communal. The names appeared in the Allahabad-Jhansi graduates’ constituency roll.

Akhilesh Yadav accuses EC of deliberate delay in UP MLC poll vote count

Akhilesh Yadav accused the Election Commission and officials of deliberately delaying counting in 11 Legislative Council seats and withholding round-wise results, demanding transparency. He alleged counting halted in Agra as his candidate led, and cited unfolded Lucknow ballots as vote-tampering evidence, threatening protests and legal action. He said efforts to obstruct Samajwadi Party supporters’ votes were underway.

Udta Teer box office collection day 5: Ayushmann Khurrana's spy comedy faces another weekday test

Udta Teer collected ₹2.96 crore net on Tuesday, its fifth day, bringing its India total to ₹25.76 crore. The 8.9% decline from Monday came despite occupancy rising to 18% across 5,852 shows, as the spy comedy faces competition in theatres. Ayushmann Khurrana plays a memory-loss Pakistani spy mistaken for an Indian counterterrorism officer; Sara Ali Khan co-stars.

Saudia Airlines’ Boeing 777 makes maiden landing at Lucknow airport

Saudia Airlines’ Boeing 777 landed in Lucknow for the first time Tuesday, carrying about 430 passengers, and departed with roughly 300, boosting the city’s international capacity. The wide-body aircraft can serve demand between Uttar Pradesh and Saudi Arabia and strengthen Lucknow’s role as a regional gateway; officials say its arrival could encourage European links and growth.

AI pop band creators apologise after claiming singer quit due to ‘pregnancy’

Creators of AI K-pop group Babyqueen apologised after inventing a pregnancy storyline for virtual singer Mity, whose announced break sparked criticism for trivialising women’s reproductive experiences. They deleted the post, saying managing five personas had become overwhelming; the student team had earned no money. Launched in September, the group gives virtual members distinct personas.

Starc's six-wicket haul leads Australia's fightback against South Africa

Mitchell Starc’s four wickets in six balls powered Australia’s fightback as South Africa were bowled out for 329 on day one of the decisive third Test at Newlands, with Starc claiming six for 72. Earlier, Aiden Markram and Marques Ackerman shared 158, Ackerman making 95. Australia made four changes after their second-Test defeat at Gqeberha.

'Ukraine-Russia ceasefire has commenced': Melania Trump-brokered truce takes effect

A ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia has taken effect, with the headline describing the truce as brokered by Melania Trump, marking a significant pause in the conflict. The information does not specify when or where the agreement applies, how long it will last, or what conditions it includes, so those details remain unclear.

Jailer 2 box office collection day 13: Rajinikanth's film slows down after strong second weekend

Jailer 2 collected ₹6.96 crore net Tuesday, taking its India total to ₹415.11 crore after a slowdown. It ranks as this year’s second-highest-grossing Indian film and Tamil cinema’s all-time leader, while Ramayana and Scene may test its momentum. Nelson Dilipkumar’s sequel follows retired jailer Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, hiding his son’s death as he faces idol smugglers.

Chef Ranveer Brar shares paneer pepper fry recipe: Easy answer for spicy cravings

Ranveer Brar’s paneer pepper fry pairs crisp, golden paneer with fragrant onion, chilli, garlic and spice masala, finished with black pepper, lemon and coriander. Preparation takes 10 minutes, followed by 20–25 minutes of cooking; serve the dish with Malabari parotta. The recipe comes from social-media content that HT.com says it has not independently verified.

Rajasthan should get the next NIMHANS. Here’s why that isn’t special pleading

The article argues Jaipur should host north India’s second NIMHANS campus because Rajasthan’s vast distances leave advanced neurological and psychiatric care concentrated in a few cities, despite seemingly adequate specialist ratios. An integrated institute could improve diagnosis, treatment and training for overlapping brain disorders while supporting district services through outreach; Rajasthan’s scale and Jaipur’s regional catchment strengthen its case.

Mahayuti leads in 3 Maharashtra Council seats, MVA ahead in 2; preferential votes hold key

Preliminary trends showed Maharashtra’s ruling Mahayuti leading in three of five Legislative Council seats, while the opposition MVA led in two; preference votes could delay results until after midnight. Mahayuti led in Pune and Amravati Teachers’ and Nagpur Graduates’ constituencies, while MVA led in Pune and Aurangabad Graduates’. Counting began Tuesday after ballot papers were sorted.

Stephen Cloobeck's Beverly Hills mansion searched by FBI in connection with Eric Swalwell probe

Federal agents searched a Beverly Hills residence associated with philanthropist Stephen Cloobeck on Tuesday as part of an active investigation involving former Representative Eric Swalwell, escalating a multi-jurisdictional inquiry into allegations of sexual assault and improper conduct. Swalwell, a former Democratic lawmaker, left Congress earlier this year; details of the search were not provided.

Wrestling Worlds: Kajal, Neelam storm into the final

India made history in Astana: Kajal Dhochak (76kg) and Neelam Sirohi (50kg) became the first Indian women to reach a World Championships final together. Kajal rallied from 1-7 to beat Aiperi Medet Kyzy 10-7; Neelam beat Zeinep Bayanova 7-3. They face Anastasiya Alpyeyeva and Yui Susaki. Anshu Malik was the previous Indian finalist, earning silver in 2021.

Less kitchen fuss, more flavour with these 7 mixer grinders under ₹5,000

Seven mixer grinders are compared for home use: 500W models suit everyday chutneys and spices, while 750W options target frequent grinding and batter preparation. Choices include Wonderchef Vista Plus, Bajaj Rex, Morphy Richards Icon Superb, Crompton Ameo, Philips HL7756 and Havells ESO; Bosch TrueMixx Pro exceeds the ₹5,000 budget. Buyers should compare jars, capacity, speed, safety and warranty.

Apple updates MacBook Pro and iMac with M6 chip

Apple introduced an M6-powered 14-inch MacBook Pro and 24-inch iMac, with Indian preorders opening October 28 and sales starting November 6. The MacBook Pro starts at ₹2,39,900 and offers M6, M5 Pro or M5 Max chips, while the iMac starts at ₹1,74,900. Apple touts speed and AI gains; the 16-inch model remains unchanged after the iPad mini launch.

S&P 500 investors face new risks as Spacex-Tesla merger, Anthropic IPO plans emerge

Potential SpaceX-Tesla and Anthropic listings could reshape S&P 500 funds, but neither is guaranteed entry: IPO waiting periods, merger structure, public-share availability and eligibility rules determine inclusion. If added, they could deepen exposure to Musk, technology and AI, heightening concentration risk in an index already dominated by megacaps. The S&P 500 tracks 500 leading US companies.

Flavio Bolsonaro has not fled Brazil via Argentina, authorities say as Senator battles travel ban

Argentine authorities denied reports Tuesday that Senator Flavio Bolsonaro had entered the country to evade a Supreme Court order to surrender his passports amid a money-laundering probe. Immigration officials found no entry record, and checks found no flight plan. The far-right senator, son of jailed former president Jair Bolsonaro, recently lost Brazil’s election to Lula da Silva.

BRICS Parliamentary Forum ends in Delhi with call for UNSC reform and zero tolerance for terrorism

BRICS leaders concluded their Delhi forum with a joint declaration urging UN Security Council reform, greater Global South representation and zero tolerance for terrorism. It condemned the 2025 Jammu and Kashmir attack and called for action against terror networks. Members also endorsed digital cooperation and climate action; held during India’s 2026 chairship, the forum passed leadership to China for 2027.

WPL 2027 auction: UP Warriorz have ₹3.75 crore but face eight vacancies and major squad gaps to fix

UP Warriorz enter the WPL 2027 auction with the league’s largest purse, ₹3.75 crore, and eight vacancies, prioritising a power-hitter, wicketkeeping cover and bowling depth. Grace Harris and G Kamalini headline their targets, while Heather Graham could strengthen the attack. Their settled core includes Lanning, Litchfield, Deepti and Ecclestone, but lacks middle-order firepower and specialist depth.

Saudi Arabia offered Houthis $1 billion in Iran-mediated ceasefire proposal: Report

Saudi Arabia has reportedly offered Yemen’s Houthis $1 billion to secure a ceasefire and stop attacks on its infrastructure, with Iran mediating, Israel Hayom reports. Riyadh confirmed Prince Khalid bin Salman’s Tehran visit for de-escalation talks but not the offer. Renewed Houthi strikes threaten oil exports and airports, as the proposal revives agreements from three years ago.

Ghaziabad: 25-year-old arrested for murdering commuter over road rage

Police arrested Tuesday a 25-year-old Muradnagar man accused of fatally stabbing Himanshu Chaudhary after a road-rage fight on October 8. Their scooters brushed on Jalalabad Road, triggering an argument that escalated when Chaudhary returned; the suspect allegedly stabbed him and fled. CCTV footage and documents in a bag left at the scene helped identify him.

Kutle Khan responds to criticism over Shilpa Rao’s interrupted set at Bollywood Music Project

Kutle Khan denied responsibility for Shilpa Rao’s interrupted BMP 2026 set, saying he paused as she addressed the crowd and resumed only after an earpiece instruction; his own slot, he said, was cut from 20 minutes to eight. Organisers apologised, citing technical problems, schedule delays and curfew rules. Rao’s microphones failed before her performance was abruptly stopped.