T'gana govt taking concrete measures to check narcotics, cybercrimes: CM

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the government is strengthening policing against narcotics and cybercrime while pledging to fill every police vacancy by 2027. It has notified 5,000 posts and increased death benefits for personnel and Home Guards, alongside new road-safety, food-safety and women’s-protection initiatives. He urged community cooperation against drugs at the Police Commemoration Day parade.

Bayern Munich vs Arsenal: All you need to know about the big Champions League match

Bayern Munich host Arsenal at the Allianz Arena on Thursday in a Champions League clash between title contenders, pitting Arsenal’s defensive resilience against Vincent Kompany’s adventurous, high-scoring side. Bayern have fitness concerns over Kompany, Neuer and Kimmich, while both are in form. Harry Kane and Declan Rice are key; Bayern lead the head-to-head record, 8-4.

India to open Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup campaign against West Indies

India begin title defence against West Indies in Kathmandu on January 22 at the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, staged in Bangladesh and Nepal from January 21 to February 6. The 16-team event has four groups, followed by Super Sixes, semi-finals and a Chattogram final. Two-time champions India share Group A with Nepal and Ireland.

DDA to resume hot air balloon rides from November 14

DDA will resume hot-air balloon rides at Baansera on November 14, offering discounts to schools, corporate groups and individuals after weak demand during the first phase. Visitors will receive 20% off tickets, previously priced at ₹3,000 plus GST. The tethered, 10-minute rides rise 100–150 feet above the Yamuna floodplains, but earlier drew about 20 visitors on weekends.

Ganga Canal to remain closed till Nov 8 for maintenance work, affecting water supply in UP, NCR

The Ganga Canal will remain closed until November 8 for maintenance, desilting and ghat redevelopment, disrupting irrigation across 15 Uttar Pradesh districts, Haridwar and seven NCR districts, along with drinking-water supplies in parts of the NCR. Authorities have been urged to maintain minimum flow at Har Ki Pauri for rituals. Built in 1854, the canal spans 560 km.

No one is above the law in 'new Uttar Pradesh': Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said police can act decisively against criminals and nobody is above the law, paying tribute to officers killed in service on Police Commemoration Day. He cited 226,000 recruits, new policing systems and action against 89,000 gangsters, seizing assets worth Rs 15,000 crore, contrasting the state with mafia rule before 2017.

Mark Harden, Tennessee man arrested after SWAT standoff at motel, allegedly lit woman on fire

Mark A. Harden, 33, was arrested after a three-hour SWAT standoff at a Kodak motel, following allegations he doused a Sevier County woman with gasoline and set her on fire. She escaped with first- and second-degree burns and was hospitalized. Harden faces kidnapping, domestic-assault and vehicle-theft charges and is held in jail on $350,000 bond.

Rajpal Yadav calls out Uttarakhand minister for using indecent language against Daler Mehndi

Actor Rajpal Yadav defended Daler Mehndi after Uttarakhand minister Subodh Uniyal reprimanded him onstage, saying Mehndi is unwell, does not drink alcohol and deserves respect as a legendary artist. Yadav criticized the minister’s language, joining celebrities Anupam Kher, Sona Mohapatra, Badshah and Mika Singh. Uniyal said Mehndi appeared disoriented and lip-synced despite a ₹35 lakh fee.

Daniel Craig's James Bond suit, posters, first edition of Ian Fleming novel up for online auction

An online global auction offers 400 pieces of James Bond history, including Daniel Craig’s “Skyfall” suit, expected to fetch up to $53,000, alongside watches, costumes and memorabilia. Running through October 27, Propstore’s sale spans the franchise from “Dr. No” to “No Time to Die,” with books, posters and props. Bond’s popularity continues to attract collectors.

How 5paisa's SIP Calculator Is Helping First-Time Investors Plan Their First Monthly Commitment

First-time mutual fund investors can use 5paisa’s SIP calculator to choose an affordable contribution, compare investment periods and estimate progress toward goals without straining budgets. At an illustrative 12% annual return over ten years, monthly SIPs of ₹1,000, ₹2,000 and ₹5,000 could grow to about ₹2.30 lakh, ₹4.60 lakh and ₹11.50 lakh; actual mutual fund returns are not guaranteed.

Rains: DMK slams TVK govt over 'lack of preparedness'

Senior DMK leader T K S Elangovan accused the government of failing to prepare for Chennai’s heavy rains despite forecasts, saying 70 per cent of drainage work was completed under DMK rule and criticising Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay for visiting afterward. He opposed airport privatisation and accused TVK cadres of abuse targeting Mayor R Priya.

Australian MP loses both legs after 'targeted' attack; suspect was ‘family friend’

Australian MP Helen Haines lost both legs after a deliberate car attack outside her Wangaratta office, but remains alive and stable, her husband says. Suspect Brendan Nugent, 43, faces serious-injury charges and a charge of harming a public official; he did not seek bail and returns to court February 4, 2027. Police are investigating motive, reporting no prior contact.

BJP leader, aide injured in attack in Hoshiarpur

BJP district vice-president Ranjit Singh Rana and an associate were injured when unidentified men attacked them with sharp-edged weapons at Rana’s shop in Hoshiarpur on Tuesday night. Rana suffered head injuries, and both were admitted to Hoshiarpur Civil Hospital. Police have launched an investigation and will record their statements before deciding on further action.

OPPO brings Group Selfie innovation to the F35 Series 5G

OPPO launched its F35 Series 5G in Pune, South Maharashtra and Goa, featuring a 50MP ultra-wide selfie camera, 8,000mAh batteries, 80W charging and festive offers. The Pro starts at ₹45,999, and the F35 at ₹38,999, with buyers offered cashback, EMI and exchange deals. The F Series marks a decade in India; content is brand-sponsored.

Was it necessary to go up on stage and humiliate him like that: Anupam Kher on Daler Mehndi row

Actor Anupam Kher condemned the public humiliation of singer Daler Mehndi after Uttarakhand minister Subodh Uniyal stopped his performance and accused him of being drunk, an allegation that remains unconfirmed. Kher said he knew Mehndi did not drink, urged the film industry to support him, and said any complaint about the performance should have been raised privately and respectfully. The incident occurred Sunday at a cultural fair in New Tehri.

More Oil Is Now Coming Out of the Persian Gulf Than Before the Iran War

Persian Gulf oil exports have exceeded prewar levels as U.S.-protected tankers move crude through Hormuz despite Iranian attacks. Regional flows topped 24 million barrels daily by Oct. 18, while Hormuz shipments reached 82% of prewar volume. Profits sustain crossings, but freight and insurance costs threaten durability; pipelines and offshore transfers provide alternatives, while Iran’s exports remain blockaded.

Kerala CM Satheesan wanted to talk to Nivin, Mamitha after Bethlehem Kudumba Unit moved him

Kerala CM VD Satheesan posted an enthusiastic review of Girish AD’s *Bethlehem Kudumba Unit* after watching it with his daughter, praising its treatment, cast, humour and emotional depth; he said he could not reach leads Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju by phone. Released for Onam, the age-gap romance grossed ₹331.09 crore worldwide and streams on JioHotstar.

Dhurandhar's marketing head Varun Gupta reveals why Ranveer Singh didn't promote film

Ranveer Singh deliberately skipped promotions for Dhurandhar so the film’s assets could speak for themselves, marketing chief Varun Gupta said, while director Aditya Dhar remained supportive despite criticism over weak buzz. The strategy was a conscious team decision; the two-part franchise later became a box-office phenomenon, with its 2026 sequel earning over ₹1,800 crore worldwide.

Tech CEO denies demanding ₹3 crore from Chennai influencer who was found dead in suspected suicide

Tech CEO Jason Samuel denied cyberbullying a Chennai influencer found dead at his residence Tuesday, after his father alleged harassment, posts and threats. Before his death, the influencer accused Samuel of seeking ₹3 crore and threatening to release videos. Samuel denied extortion, saying he questioned credentials for financial advice; police cited pressure over SEBI registration.

Chinese parents pay for ‘hardship camps’ where their kids clear dung, pick tea, cook in earthen pots

Chinese parents increasingly pay 5,000–10,000 yuan for rural “eat bitterness” camps, sending city-raised children to perform farm work meant to toughen them. For weeks, campers feed animals, clean dung, gather firewood and cook without phones; videos show some pleading to go home. Organisers say camps cannot ensure lasting change, though parents fear children have grown soft.

France's fighter jet Mirage 2000D crashes near Nancy; one dead, another missing

A French Mirage 2000D crashed during a training mission near Nancy on Tuesday night, killing at least one crew member, the Air Force said, while rescuers searched for the second aboard. A drone located the wreckage, and an investigation is underway. The aircraft entered service in 1993 and will remain operational into the 2030s.

Deepika Padukone wore a kurta set by Masaba Gupta to introduce Devi. It is worth ₹90,000

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh shared a family portrait introducing their younger daughter, Devi Padukone Singh, with the couple and both girls dressed in coordinated outfits. Deepika wore Masaba Gupta’s “Noor Ban Gaye” kurta set, priced at ₹90,000, featuring peach patchwork and zardozi embroidery. The couple, married in 2018, have daughter Dua, born in 2024.

Haryana health minister calls for intensified food safety surveillance during festive season

Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao ordered intensified festive-season food surveillance, directing collection of 100–150 additional samples per district, especially of sweets, milk and dairy products. District teams will inspect markets, submit samples for laboratory testing, and act on violations; weekly findings will be published. Of 2,428 samples collected April–September, 381 failed prescribed standards.

Mumbai Police issue notices to 24 X users over Sabir Bhatia’s documentary

Police notified at least 24 X users over sharing Sabir Bhatia’s documentary, alleging it makes false, disparaging claims about Gautam Adani and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Notices cite Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Sections 352 and 356 and ask X to remove or disable the posts. After government takedown orders, some users deleted the film, while others called the notices unjust.

'Barricades have a purpose': Delhi HC pulls up CJP's Das and Ranka, cites arson abroad

Delhi High Court questioned why police re-arrested leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka after accepting their bail bonds, rather than follow Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita procedures for an alleged breach, as they challenge extended custody. It criticized alleged barricade breach at an unauthorized Jantar Mantar protest. They were detained October 10; the site was de-notified the next day.

Tiger Shroff seen without bandages in new photos after Mumbai firing incident

Tiger Shroff appeared without bandages in photos shared Tuesday, reassuring fans after he escaped Mumbai’s October 18 shooting with minor abrasions; his team warned of legal action over AI-generated videos and false claims. Attackers fired at his car, injuring his driver and a nearby fan, while police detained and arrested suspects. Shinde also condemned the attack.

Devi Sri Prasad happy he sang Ramayana song Ravana Tandav in Telugu; praises Rahman amid criticism

Devi Sri Prasad praised A.R. Rahman’s “Ravana Tandav,” saying he was honoured to sing its Telugu version for *Ramayana*, despite online criticism that the track disappointed fans; others praised its intensity. The song shows Yash’s Ravana performing Shiva’s tandav before taking Lanka, with versions recorded in five languages. Nitesh Tiwari’s *Ramayana: Part 1* releases in theatres for Diwali.

The exact leg workout Victoria's Secret Angel Jasmine Tookes did 1 week before the show

Jasmine Tookes prepared for her 2026 Victoria’s Secret runway return with a leg circuit by trainer Megan Roup, who shared the routine online. It included eight repetitions each of around-the-world curtsies, cross taps, curtsy cross-knees, tap-backs, and curtsy-to-squats. Tookes wore embellished looks as the show returned to Los Angeles, a rare stop since its 1995 debut.

Trump wants to boot reporters from White House, turn briefing room into swimming pool: report

Trump has repeatedly proposed removing reporters from the White House briefing room to restore its indoor pool, telling press secretary Karoline Leavitt it could be her “last legacy,” The New York Times reports. Advisers cite logistical and political risks, though allies support the idea. The pool was covered under Richard Nixon; Trump attacks critical media.

CMRL bribery case: SC stays for a week probe against former Keralam CM Pinarayi Vijayan, others

The Supreme Court stayed investigation for a week against Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas in the alleged CMRL bribery case, allowing them to appeal to a Kerala High Court division bench. The case stems from allegations that CMRL paid Rs 2.78 crore to Veena’s company for purported IT services.