Can India’s education system do more to counter child marriage?

Education can prevent child marriage in India: girls who stay in school are less likely to marry before 18, while learning expands confidence, rights awareness and choices. Poverty, chores, unsafe travel and social pressure disrupt attendance; trained schools can identify risks and refer girls for help. Safe secondary access, career learning, family engagement and social protection complement essential laws.

Sai Pallavi reveals why she chose acting over medicine, Ranbir Kapoor gives it a hilarious twist

On Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, Sai Pallavi explained that she chose acting over practising medicine because she felt destined for it, prompting Ramayana co-star Ranbir Kapoor to joke that God’s “prescription” said she had to act. She described praying before accepting Sita. The cast’s promotional episodes air October 29–30; the epic releases November 5, 2026.

Opposition to pumped storage power project in Karjat politically motivated: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended Torrent Power’s proposed 3,000-MW Raigad pumped-storage project, calling opposition politically motivated and saying it would balance renewables and reduce reliance on coal. He cited tree planting and afforestation, while activists object to tree-felling. Torrent says the site lies outside Bhimashankar sanctuary; Fadnavis said government would consider concerns and alternatives.

Music Review: Nickelback is in familiar form on cameo-heavy 'Everything Under the Sun'

Nickelback’s 11th album, “Everything Under the Sun,” delivers glossy hooks, post-grunge riffs, arena anthems and bighearted ballads, earning 3.5 out of five stars. Highlights include opener “Rattle The Cage” and catchy “I Already Know,” while star-studded “Lift Somebody Up” and unusual “Technicolor Steamboat” disappoint. Across 12 tracks, the band mostly sticks to its familiar formula.

Can AI help shorten India’s diagnostic odyssey?

Rare diseases in India often hide behind common symptoms, delaying diagnosis by four to five years; AI decision-support could help doctors connect persistent, unusual symptom combinations and refer patients sooner, without replacing clinical judgment. Such tools can extend specialist expertise beyond 15 Centres of Excellence. Estimates suggest 72–96 million Indians may be affected, making awareness and timely testing crucial.

Delhi social welfare department faces staff crunch, delays implementation of schemes

Delhi’s welfare schemes for Scheduled Castes and Tribes, scholarships and hostels are delayed because the Social Welfare and SC/ST Department lacks staff, officials said, with files taking nearly three months instead of one. A July letter sought postings, noting 13 of 25 sanctioned posts vacant; the minister directed the hostels to become operational this year.

Beyond the Numbers: How finance professionals can stay relevant in a changing industry

Finance careers are shifting as automation takes over routine reporting and data entry, making judgment, communication and adaptability more valuable. Professionals who interpret results, advise on risks, sustainability and valuation, and build trust will stand out. Industry-aligned training and practical experience support specialization, while continuous learning helps workers keep pace with changing markets and technology.

Austria’s National Day brings Delhi’s diplomatic circle together

Austrian National Day was celebrated at the embassy in Delhi, where Ambassador Robert Zischg and chief guest Sibi George reaffirmed India and Austria’s commitment to friendship. Guests enjoyed performances by the Neemrana Music Foundation and Mozart Choir of India, alongside Austrian wine and cuisine, at Zischg’s first National Day celebration since arriving in India.

The future of building materials

Smart manufacturing is becoming a key competitive driver for building-materials companies: 92% of surveyed executives expect it to shape competitiveness, while adopters report 10–20% higher output. Connected platforms, sensors, automation and AI link production with planning, supply chains and customer insights, enabling predictive decisions, efficiency and resilience. This builds on earlier digital visibility, as cybersecurity and sustainability become increasingly central.

URSC, ISRO Recruitment 2026: Apply for 61 Technician and other posts at ursc.gov.in, details here

ISRO’s U R Rao Satellite Centre has invited applications for 61 Technician and driver vacancies, closing November 13, 2026. Posts include 46 Technician-B, five Light Vehicle Driver and 10 Heavy Vehicle Driver roles; applicants must be 18–35. Selection involves screening, written and skill tests. Candidates pay ₹500, with ₹400 refunded to written-test attendees.

‘People may change their view about me’: Sonia Gandhi on upcoming memoir ‘Belonging’

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Service capacity is the solar industry’s next infrastructure gap

India’s expanding solar fleet depends not just on installation but on suppliers’ ability to sustain reliable operations, as downtime erodes generation, revenue and investor confidence. Supporting 171.05 GW requires trained engineers, accessible spares, monitoring and coordinated service networks across diverse sites. WattPower’s Divya Prakash Choraria argues service capacity must grow alongside installations; commissioning begins decades of support.

Horoscope Tomorrow, October 28, 2026

Aries may find tomorrow brings emotional renewal through heartfelt conversations, creative inspiration, kindness, and care for personal balance. Across the zodiac, forecasts emphasize patience, reflection, boundaries, honest communication, collaboration, and fresh opportunities, while encouraging gradual movement through conflict, uncertainty, or disappointment. These daily tarot readings, by certified reader Kishori Sud, offer guidance for each sign.

Mumbai needs power around the clock, clean energy can now deliver it

Mumbai’s electricity demand exceeded 4,300 MW in October, reflecting growth in homes, offices, metros and data centres, while warm weather extends peak demand beyond summer. With about 70% of peak power imported, the city needs round-the-clock renewable energy, combining solar and wind with battery and pumped-hydro storage. Maharashtra’s policies support cleaner power and energy security.

The COO Role Has Outgrown Efficiency: Why Operations Leaders Are Becoming Architects of Enterprise

AI, volatility and customer expectations are transforming the COO from an efficiency-focused executor into an architect of operating models, strategy and enterprise value creation. PwC’s 2025 survey found 57% of operations leaders had adopted AI, while 92% reported barriers to investments delivering results. IIM Lucknow’s programme addresses this role through AI, resilience, governance and transformation leadership.

‘Microsoft has to change to survive’: Ex-worker calls for leaner workforce and AI-driven operations

Former Microsoft employee Merill Fernando says Microsoft must streamline operations and embrace AI agents to stay competitive, arguing that organisational silos delayed improvements while rivals OpenAI and Anthropic ship faster. He cited managed identities, whose adoption accelerated after a security breach and the Secure Future Initiative. His warning comes as Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees.

Women safety: NHRC recommends sensitisation of police personnel to avoid victim-shaming of survivors

India’s NHRC has urged authorities to strengthen women’s safety through victim-sensitive policing, regular patrols at crime hotspots and women’s help desks, while raising awareness of sexual harassment, legal rights and reporting channels. Its advisory warns of rising technology-facilitated abuse, including deepfakes and doxxing, calls for cybercrime education, seeks implementation reports within two months, despite protections.

Karthi posts rare childhood pic and sweet birthday wish for dad Sivakumar as he turns 85

Actor Karthi celebrated his father, Tamil star Sivakumar, on his 85th birthday, sharing a rare childhood photo featuring his parents and praising his father’s discipline, integrity, kindness and dignity as “the golden standard.” Fans joined in, while others requested photos with brother Suriya. Sivakumar, who debuted in 1965, has worked in hundreds of films and television shows.

India’s missing retinal data could mean missed Alzheimer’s

Retinal imaging could enable low-cost AI screening for Alzheimer’s in India, but models need validation on Indian patients before population-level claims, researcher Roshan Srivastava argues. His team is building an open-access database of 500 retinal images from confirmed patients and controls, addressing a major data gap. Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis remains costly, and new treatments work best early.

Missing 3 businessmen found dead inside car in Sitapur pond

Three businessmen were found dead late Monday in a hatchback recovered from a pond in Sitapur’s Panchpir village; police await postmortem results and are examining CCTV footage. The men, aged 40 to 62, were returning from Bahraich after visiting one man’s injured son, but lost contact with family; police suspect drowning and are tracing the car’s route.

Uttar Pradesh plans automatic property mutation after registration to simplify ownership transfers

Uttar Pradesh will pilot automatic property mutation after registration in selected rural and urban areas, potentially including YEIDA, speeding ownership updates and reducing visits to multiple offices. Digital links among departments will initiate mutation and verify ownership, while unique parcel IDs improve record matching. The initiative is part of the Centre’s DILRMP and complements planned title-based registration.

Norwegian island’s plan to abolish time was a tourism campaign, despite 69 days of daylight

Sommarøy, a Norwegian island above the Arctic Circle, never abolished time: its 2019 “time-free zone” campaign was a publicity drive orchestrated by tourism agency Innovation Norway, which apologised. The proposal highlighted 69 days of midnight sun, when residents can enjoy outdoor activities at unusual hours, although essential services need schedules. About 300 people live there.

Nvidia to invest $3 billion in Meta as company plans $95 billion AI funding

Nvidia will invest $3 billion in Meta as it seeks to raise $95 billion for AI infrastructure, expanding its use of Nvidia’s Vera Rubin platform and Vera CPUs. The companies will also collaborate on Meta’s Muse AI agent. The deal deepens Nvidia’s AI partnership with Meta and adds to its growing investments across the industry.

Give your Diwali snack menu tangy twist with this easy samosa chaat

Chef Saloni Kukreja’s samosa chaat transforms a familiar snack into a festive starter, featuring crisp, air-fried potato-and-pea pockets drizzled with green and tamarind chutneys and finished with sev, pomegranate and coriander. The spiced filling combines potatoes, peas, ginger-garlic, chillies and spices, balanced with lime and amchur. The recipe suits Diwali gatherings and uses readily available ingredients.

First look at Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran's exquisite blue-and-white wedding invite

A sculpted invitation for Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran is an engineering feat, its powder-blue, ivory and silver box built to support carved lids and preserve intricate reliefs. Inside are embossed, foil-stamped stationery and wax-sealed vellum. Ranjani Iyengar created it to fulfill their classic brief. They reportedly marry in Greece in November; their Chennai reception is November 21.

Uorfi Javed claims harassment by housing society, says new rule stops her from shooting content

Actor Uorfi Javed says her Mumbai society is stopping her from filming social-media content at home, alleging the new rule retaliates for her complaint to Mumbai Police over visitor restrictions. She claims committee members asked her landlord to evict her and visitors’ bags are checked for cameras. The dispute follows limits on guests entering the building.

Jan Suraaj Party functionary, missing from train, found dead near tracks in Ranchi

Jan Suraaj communications manager Devpalik Gupta, 31, was found dead near Ranchi on Tuesday, a day after disappearing from the Ranchi–Patna Janshatabdi Express; police are investigating, and his body was sent for autopsy. With two friends aboard, he reportedly went to the pantry car and never returned. IIMC alumnus Gupta was identified by his brother.

Abhishek, India deliver six-hitting spectacle to rattle New Zealand in record run-fest

Abhishek Sharma’s 113 off 35 balls powered India to victory over New Zealand, sealing an unassailable 3-0 T20I series lead with 40 balls remaining. India raced to 100 in five overs and a record 118 in the Powerplay, while bowlers had earlier held New Zealand below 200. His assault evoked Gayle’s 175-run IPL demolition in 2013.

After Yash, Ramayana actor Suhail Nayyar urges audience to support film

Sugriva actor Suhail Nayyar urged audiences to support *Ramayana*, not nitpick its visual effects, and encourage the young Indian artists behind years of work. He compared them to cricketers in a World Cup final, saying they need blessings rather than pressure. Yash has echoed the appeal. Nitesh Tiwari’s two-part epic stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash.

Rashmika Mandanna reacts as content creator compares her to Parvati

Following backlash over Koffee With Karan, Rashmika Mandanna endorsed a creator’s comparison of her relationship with Vijay Deverakonda to Shiva and Parvati, calling it “a warm hug.” The creator framed Rashmika’s year-long pursuit—after Deverakonda asked her to propose 100 times—as conscious love, not desperation. Rashmika said marriage was about building a future, not ceremony.