Delhi tribunal awards ₹2.55 crore to woman who lost her leg in accident involving truck

Delhi’s tribunal awarded Reena Rs 2.55 crore, with 9% interest, after a 2024 truck crash amputated her left leg and forced her to close her business. It assessed her functional disability at 100 per cent and ordered the insurer to pay within 30 days. Reena was riding pillion with her son when their scooter was struck.

CISF nabs man attempting to flee Delhi metro station after ‘suspicious’ object found during checking

CISF apprehended a passenger at Delhi’s Jama Masjid Metro Station after he allegedly tried to flee when baggage screening showed a suspicious object. A search found an unidentified semi-solid substance concealed in a stitched section of his undergarment, and he was handed to police for investigation. He claimed to be an NRI living in Kuala Lumpur.

Karan Johar's 'Student of the Year' franchise gets web-series treatment

JioHotstar has revealed the first look of “Student of the Year: After Dark,” a thriller-competition series starring Shanaya Kapoor in a double role, premiering November 13. Directed by Reema Maya and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment, the spin-off reimagines the college-romance franchise for a new generation. Johar launched the original film in 2012; its sequel arrived in 2019.

Super-commuter flies from LA to San Francisco for work 3 days a week, calls it 'best of both worlds'

Tech salesperson Angelique Khieu, 26, flies from Los Angeles to San Francisco up to ten times monthly, taking a 6am flight to reach work by 8:30am on a hybrid schedule. She stays overnight in the Bay Area; after a cancellation, she drove seven hours. Flying preserves her Los Angeles life and advances her professional career.

Complaint filed over Sidhu Moose Wala’s toddler brother’s gun gestures; parents’ counselling sought

A Chandigarh-based human rights group has asked Punjab authorities to investigate videos allegedly showing Sidhu Moose Wala’s younger brother making gun gestures at a Toronto event and counsel his parents. The complaint says those present prompted the child to imitate gunfire, risking normalization of violence. It seeks intervention, not punishment or custody changes; allegations remain unverified.

Bitcoin rebounds above $82,000 as oil prices fall and risk appetite improves

Bitcoin rose above $82,000 Monday as falling oil prices improved appetite for risky assets, with Ether and Solana gaining. The rebound followed last week’s 3% decline, but analysts warned Bitcoin may struggle to reach records amid market uncertainty. Oil remained near $107 a barrel, while US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $228.6 million in outflows last week.

Delhi govt to take action against buildings violating pollution control norms: Minister

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa warned of strict action against establishments violating pollution-control rules after inspecting anti-smog guns and mist systems in NDMC high-rises Monday. He urged dust suppression and waste compliance; enforcement has sealed over 2,200 polluting industrial units. Qualifying large buildings with ground-plus-five floors and over 3,000 square metres must install controls.

Electrical safety must begin with the copper in the wires

India’s electrification makes stringent electrical-grade copper standards vital to safety and reliability, argues IIT Madras professor Murugaiyan Amirthalingam. An assessment found ETP copper more conductive and less heat-generating than FRHC/remelted rods, which showed higher power losses. The article calls for preserving IS 12444, setting a separate FRHC standard, and strengthening testing and traceability as electricity demand grows.

MCD sterilised, immunised 65,784 stray dogs till August this year: RTI

MCD sterilised and immunised 65,784 stray dogs from January through August 2026, an RTI reply shows, as the civic body expands facilities and allocates Rs 20 crore apiece for shelters and microchipping. It is developing humane-care protocols and piloting microchipping at Bijwasan. A survey in 2016 counted 1.9 lakh dogs; officials estimate the current population at 10 lakh or more.

Vivek Ramaswamy, Ro Khanna: 8 Indian-Americans in fray for US midterm elections

Eight Indian-American candidates are contesting the November 3 US midterms, a crucial test for Republicans as voters focus on costs. They include Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio governor; House candidates Ro Khanna, Pramila Jayapal, Amish Shah, Ami Bera and Suhas Subramanyam; Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul; and Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman. Rising energy costs linked to the Iran war are weighing on President Donald Trump’s standing.

A shot at a cervical cancer-free generation

India’s HPV campaign provides free vaccination to 1.15 crore girls turning 14 annually, a step against the country’s cervical-cancer burden. Rigorously reviewed and widely used, the vaccine has no link to fertility problems; preventing cancer can protect fertility. Doctors urge parents to seek facts and vaccinate daughters, as research shows sharp declines in cervical cancer.

AISA president Neha Bora moves Delhi HC, challenges police notice to execute bond

AISA president Neha Bora has asked the Delhi High Court to quash a police order demanding a ₹10,000 bond and surety, arguing it offers no evidence of a peace-breach risk and violates constitutional rights. The notice cites alleged sloganeering and protest activity. Bora says she joined a Mandi House flag march, not a Connaught Place protest, after activists were arrested.

Ex-NFL star Shawne Merriman ordered to pay $4mn in model Kimberly Fattorini's wrongful death

Former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman and three co-defendants face a $4 million judgment in the wrongful-death case over Playboy employee Kimberly Fattorini’s 2017 overdose, after a jury found them liable. Her parents sued in 2019, alleging drugging and possible assault. Merriman denies wrongdoing; venues were cleared. Fattorini was a Whittier College graduate and Playboy Plus casting associate.

There is no decent way to moral-police a girl

After a group assaulted a boy and molested a girl, both Class 10 students, in Jamui, Bihar, minister Shreyasi Singh’s suggestion that moral policing could be “more decent” renewed debate over manner versus authority. Seven suspects were identified. The article argues only lawful institutions may intervene; constitutional protections reject vigilantism, leaving girls exposed to violence and blame.

Children too can get osteoporosis, often triggered by chronic illness, malnutrition and medication

Children can develop osteoporosis, and weak bones may go unnoticed until pain or fracture; repeated or low-impact fractures warrant prompt assessment. Healthy bones need calcium, vitamin D, balanced nutrition and weight-bearing activity; children’s bone-density tests require age, growth and body-size context. The uncommon condition can stem from chronic illness, immobility, deficiencies, medications or inherited disorders.

Sopra Steria leases 4.75 lakh sq ft in Noida for 15 years at a total rent of ₹816 crore

Sopra Steria India has leased 4.75 lakh sq ft in Noida for 15 years, committing ₹816 crore in total rent, according to property documents. The office spans 17 floors in two Maconns Grand towers; the deal includes 1,125 free parking spaces and 10% rent increases every three years, reflecting growing corporate demand in Noida.

Women in their 30s experiencing brain fog and disturbed sleep may be in perimenopause, not stressed

Brain fog, anxiety, disrupted sleep and joint stiffness in your 30s may signal perimenopause, a fertility specialist says. Hormonal fluctuations can affect sleep, cognition, mood and inflammation before periods become irregular; symptoms are often mistaken for stress or ageing. Track symptom timing and menstrual changes, and seek a gynaecologist’s assessment, as thyroid disorders can cause similar symptoms.

Navratri celebrations highlight women’s strength and cultural values in UP

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath worshipped Goddess Siddhidatri on Navratri’s ninth day, urging respect for women and calling their strength and participation essential to state progress. Ahead of Vijayadashami, he urged people to reject injustice, discrimination and arrogance, invoking Goddess Durga and Lord Ram. He cited economic and employment growth during his nine-and-a-half-year tenure.

Australian lawmaker Helen Haines in critical condition after suspected attack; man arrested

Independent lawmaker Helen Haines is in critical condition after being deliberately struck by a vehicle near her Wangaratta office Monday, prompting a police investigation. A 43-year-old man was arrested; authorities have not established a motive. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urged calmer political discourse amid rising threats. Haines has represented Indi since 2019 and championed anti-corruption reform.

Menopause and hair fall: Link between hormones, nutrition, hair health that women over 40 must know

Menopause-related hair thinning should not be dismissed as ageing or treated with unprescribed supplements; deficiencies must be confirmed, since excess iron can harm. A balanced diet and blood tests can reveal causes beyond hormones, while early treatments such as minoxidil may help female pattern hair loss. Oestrogen, nutrition and metabolic health shape hair growth.

20 killed in Southern Yemen as Houthi rebels strike government military camp

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels killed at least 20 Yemeni government soldiers and wounded two dozen in a Monday ballistic-missile strike on a military camp in Shabwa, officials said; most casualties were reportedly new recruits. The attack targeted a training center near routes to government-held Marib, amid escalating clashes that have shattered Yemen’s 2022 ceasefire.

Skipping meals to low-fat products: 5 seemingly healthy habits that are quietly harming your heart

Cardiologist Sunil Kumar Mandal warns healthy habits can harm the heart: sugary juices, misleading “low-fat” or “sugar-free” products, overtraining, skipped meals, poor sleep and stress. These may disrupt blood sugar, pressure, cholesterol and heart rhythm. Choose fruit, balanced meals, moderate exercise, recovery and seven to nine hours’ sleep. Mandal is a Greater Noida-based senior consultant.

The age of AI anxiety

AI’s rapid advance is fueling anxiety about job security, misinformation, cyber threats and whether systems will remain under human control. Studies link these fears to workers’ and students’ distress, while experts warn of economic and safety risks. Transparent regulation, reskilling, participation and reliable information can build trust. Initially, fears focused on automation and job losses.

‘We thought worst was behind us’: Shroff attack sends shockwaves through Bollywood

Gunmen’s attack on Tiger Shroff has revived Bollywood’s fears of 1990s-style underworld violence, prompting stars to tighten security. Three attackers fired seven rounds at his car in Juhu, apparently knowing his routine. Salman Khan and Rohit Shetty have also faced threats or attacks, unsettling an industry that filmmakers say had recently emerged from mafia-era violence.

American comedian Hasan Minhaj trolled for saying Indians order their dal with ‘dharka’ on top

Hasan Minhaj is mocked online after calling dal’s fried-onion topping “dharka,” although Indian cooking uses “tadka” for tempering spices, and “dharka” is not recognized culinary terminology. His *Food & Wine* interview sparked jokes; comedian Rohan Joshi parodied *Dhadkan*’s poster as *Dharkaa*, starring Minhaj. Born in California to Indian parents, he is a two-time Peabody Award winner.

At Lakmé Fashion Week, Pearl Academy reimagines Indian craft for a new generation

Pearl Academy’s First Cut showcase at Lakmē Fashion Week with FDCI presented “GenAnokhi: India, Worn Your Way,” uniting designers and master artisans to reinterpret Indian heritage for Gen Z through silhouettes, textiles and six crafts, including zardozi, block printing and charpai weaving. The event launched Sharad Mehra’s men’s styling guide, advocating personal style over trends.

Presley Gerber remembered in emotional post by parents, sister Kaia Gerber

Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber and Kaia Gerber remembered Presley, calling him a “sweet, beautiful soul” and thanking supporters after his death at 27. Kaia shared childhood photos, remembering her “best buddy” and “great protector.” Presley died September 20 at a Santa Monica rehab facility; police are investigating a suspected overdose. He had publicly discussed depression.

Tiger Shroff firing case: Injured bystander hemodynamically stable, being treated at KEM Hospital

A bystander wounded when gunmen fired at Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai is hemodynamically stable and monitored at KEM Hospital, doctors said, with the bullet sparing his heart and lungs. Three suspects, including a minor, were detained in Rajasthan while allegedly trying to flee to Nepal; police also linked one to an alleged gang associate.

India-Canada ties are on an upward trajectory

India and Canada are rebuilding ties, with leaders’ commitment driving progress across security, trade, technology and diplomacy, and a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement targeted by year-end. Talks, Anita Anand’s visit and plans for Narendra Modi’s December visit signal momentum, though differences over Ukraine and Iran remain. The rapprochement follows years of tension and diplomatic expulsions.

Horoscope Tomorrow, October 20, 2026

Tomorrow’s horoscope urges thoughtful pauses and self-awareness as all signs face choices, pressures, and relationship questions. Aries may delay a major decision; Taurus should question assumptions, while Gemini and Libra benefit from composure and reflection. Others are encouraged to prioritize, collaborate, plan ahead, and act fairly. The guidance comes from tarot reader Kishori Sud.