'Rahul Gandhi didn't push me': Shivakumar after BJP shares clip from Delhi march

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar denied Rahul Gandhi pushed him during Monday’s INDIA bloc march to the Supreme Court, saying Gandhi was concerned by the crowd and urged him to board a vehicle. Deputy CM G. Parameshwara cited difficult crowd control, after a viral clip prompted BJP accusations; the protest sought CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation.

Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns as US ambassador to Greece, makes major statement

Kimberly Guilfoyle has resigned as U.S. ambassador to Greece after the Trump administration asked her to step down, and says she will vigorously defend herself against allegations of improper and potentially unlawful conduct. She rejects the accusations and points to her extensive record. The request was conveyed by newly appointed White House press secretary Katie Zacharia.

Prepare choco bar ice cream at home with Chef Ranveer Brar’s easy recipe: See step-by-step making

Ranveer Brar shared a choco bar recipe, pairing cookie-studded vanilla ice cream with dark chocolate, almonds and sprinkles. Combine cream, condensed milk, vanilla and crushed cookies, freeze three to four hours, then dip the bars in melted chocolate and garnish. Posted on Instagram, preparation takes 15 minutes, excluding freezing; report draws on unverified social-media content.

Who was Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem? Six Flags Over Georgia victim identified

Atlanta educator Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem was identified by relatives as the man who fell from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia and died, while his son reportedly sat beside him. Six Flags offered condolences. Kariem taught at Wesley International Academy and was remembered for devotion to students, community, and reuniting families.

Sediqullah Atal's epic 332-ball vigil in Afghanistan's thrilling draw against Bangladesh

Afghanistan survived Bangladesh’s final-day attack to draw their Test in Abu Dhabi, finishing 346/8 while chasing 479. Sediqullah Atal anchored the resistance with 111 from 332 balls, supported by Rahmat Shah’s 51 and Yamin Ahmadzai’s 19 from 85 deliveries. Litton Das’s 102 helped Bangladesh declare at 372/7, setting a target after a 106-run lead.

Delhi Police file FIR against CJP's Das, Ranka and others for ‘trespassing’ into Jantar Mantar

Delhi Police filed an FIR against Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka and others for allegedly trespassing at Jantar Mantar, hours after detaining them for entering through locked gates and demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Police had denotified the site Monday, naming three alternative venues; CJP leaders said they had “reclaimed” it.

Australian man claims to be working from home, gets fired after company tracks laptop to Singapore

A Sydney trader was fired for secretly working from Singapore while claiming to be home in Australia, but the Fair Work Commission found the process unfair. His employer traced his laptop to a hotel after he missed his return date; commissioners found dishonesty but faulted the company for not hearing him fairly. His request to relocate had been denied.

Why are Micron, SK Hynix and Samsung stocks falling? China’s CXMT sparks chip sell-off

Memory-chip stocks slid Tuesday as investors feared China’s CXMT could challenge Micron, SK Hynix and Samsung, with Micron down 4% and SK Hynix 5% in trading; Korean losses were steeper, dragging KOSPI. CXMT plans a server-memory product launch by end-2026, using denser cell technology. The three incumbents dominate DRAM and have benefited from AI-data-centre demand.

Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 release postponed; Anupam Kher and Boman Irani’s comedy sequel to release in 2027

Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 will now release in theatres on March 5, 2027, delayed from August 28, 2026, the makers announced with a new poster. Anupam Kher, Boman Irani and other original cast members return, with Ravi Kishan joining the sequel. The 2006 comedy, about a family reclaiming land taken through fraud, became a cult favorite.

Knife in hand, woman claiming to be Mamata Banerjee’s niece allegedly tries to enter security cordon

A woman claiming to be Mamata Banerjee’s niece allegedly tried to enter Banerjee’s security cordon with a knife near her Kalighat home Tuesday evening, the Trinamool Congress said. MP Dola Sen’s complaint identified her as Tannishtha Saha; party workers subdued her and handed her to police. The incident occurred as Banerjee inaugurated a Durga Puja pandal.

Google takes aim in frontier AI race as Gemini 4 Argon leads in benchmarks

Google is rolling out Gemini 4 Argon globally to developers and businesses through its API, and subscribers in Antigravity, the Gemini app and Search, pitching it for complex work. Google says Argon leads benchmarks in coding, cybersecurity and science, with strong long-context performance. Introductory input-token pricing is $2 per million, amid AI competition and safety concerns.

Indian Embassy in Riyadh issues helpline numbers as Saudi-Houthi tensions rise

India’s embassy in Riyadh issued 24-hour helplines and urged nationals to shelter indoors during aerial attacks, avoid sharing videos or news, and consider departing through Qatar or Bahrain if emergencies arise. Embassy and consular services remain operational, but IndiGo and Air India cancelled Saudi flights through October 17 amid Yemen’s Houthi drone and missile strikes.

Katie Zacharia brutally trolled after first White House presser: ‘She’ll break…'

Press secretary Katie Zacharia announced Tuesday that the administration asked U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign, calling her a “wonderful asset.” Her briefing drew criticism from insiders and commentators, who mocked her hesitations, awkward delivery and praise of President Trump’s midterm campaign. She thanked Trump, saying she hoped to serve in his administration.

Netflix secures 2030 FIFA World Cup rights in Spain and Andorra

Netflix has secured exclusive audiovisual rights to Spain and Andorra’s 2030 FIFA men’s World Cup, streaming all 104 matches across 48 teams. It will offer one free match each matchday and license Spain’s games, both semi-finals and the final to an unnamed free-to-air broadcaster; Andorra’s arrangement remains unclear. The centenary tournament runs June 8–July 21.

Justin Rose and Aaron Rai: Of one Major and soldiering on

Justin Rose, 46, arrives in India seeking a second major, convinced he can win despite five runner-up finishes and a Masters near-miss this year. At the DP World India Championship, he credits persistence and fitness for keeping him competitive. Aaron Rai, reigning PGA champion, brings humility and ambition; Rose’s sole major came at the 2013 US Open.

flydubai 'hijack' bid probe widens as 2 Maldivian pilots arrested in UAE: Report

Two Maldivian flydubai pilots were arrested in the UAE October 3 as authorities probed an alleged plot to hijack and crash a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight. On September 30, Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami allegedly attacked Captain Smit Machchhar, who resisted before passengers subdued him. The arrested pilots reportedly knew al-Hammami, but officials have not disclosed evidence linking them to the incident.

Can new transport authority tackle siloed planning gaps?

Khajuraho Airport topped AAI’s January–June 2026 satisfaction survey at 4.98/5, despite scheduled flights ending July 1, exposing India’s gap between transport investment and demand. The Integrated Transport and Logistics Authority aims to coordinate modes through a 10-year master plan and assess projects, but experts say success depends on adequate powers, reliable data and interagency cooperation.

Virender Sehwag and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Aggressive batters setting new standards

Virender Sehwag sees his fearless, first-ball attacking instinct in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose IPL 2026 numbers show aggression unmatched by peers: he scored 776 runs at a strike rate of 237.30, topping all 34 qualifying batters in both categories. Sehwag was similarly exceptional, striking 42.2% faster than contemporaries in Tests; cricket’s changing tempo underscores how both reshaped batting.

Manipur police arrest 13, including a minor for circulating non-consensual explicit videos of women

Manipur police arrested 13 people, including a minor, over an alleged profit-driven network distributing non-consensual intimate images and child sexual abuse material through Telegram and WhatsApp. Investigators identified more than 150 groups, disabled 38, and recovered over 6,000 clips; they are tracing payments and seeking suspects and victims. The Operation Dignity probe continues.

Apple Home push starts with HomeView, new HomePod mini and a powerful Apple TV 4K

Apple is expanding its smart-home lineup with the ₹39,900 HomeView display, HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K, centering its ecosystem on Siri AI. HomeView offers personalized profiles, FaceTime and home controls; the speaker adds improved sound, while the TV gains an A19 chip. The push follows Siri AI’s September debut and partnerships with LG and Schneider Electric.

US bank earnings: JPMorgan, Wells Fargo and Citi show consumers remain resilient despite high rates

US consumers and businesses remained resilient despite high interest rates, as results from JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo and Citigroup showed spending and lending growth alongside improving credit losses. JPMorgan card loans rose 7%, Wells Fargo consumer loans 4%, and Citi card spending 11%. Executives cited strength but warned rates may strain borrowers refinancing debt.

BIMSTEC home ministers approve measures to tackle terror, drug trafficking, money laundering

BIMSTEC ministers approved measures against human and drug trafficking, money laundering, terror financing and illicit financial flows, alongside disaster preparedness across the Bay of Bengal. At India’s ministerial meeting, Amit Shah called for intelligence sharing, cooperation and a regional anti-drug drive; members endorsed plans for warnings, exercises and risk planning. The seven-nation grouping promotes cooperation.

Who is L Murugan? Farmers' son, ex-Tamil Nadu BJP chief quits as union minister

L Murugan resigned as Union minister of state and from the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, asking Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release him so he can return to grassroots work and strengthen the BJP in Tamil Nadu ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. A former Tamil Nadu BJP chief, Murugan lost the 2024 Nilgiris election to DMK’s A Raja.

Industrialist R Veeramani booked in 7th Pocso case, 10 victims identified: Cop

Police registered a seventh POCSO case against Gem Group chairman R Veeramani after a survivor alleged he sexually assaulted her as a minor at his Gopalapuram residence, bringing identified complainants to 10. Arrested with two aides in August, Veeramani faces six earlier cases; the SIT has questioned two senior police officers and arrested several associates.

Britain’s MI5 spy chief warns of Iranian threats, AI-fuelled cyber risks

MI5 chief Ken McCallum warned Iran is seeking to target UK military sites, saying a suspected September plot against RAF Fairford was “not unique” and reflected Tehran’s widening operations. He called it a “new era,” with state-threat work quadrupling in a decade, and warned AI could intensify cyberattacks and enable biological threats; Iran denies involvement.

Lucian Piane cause of death: What happened to RuPaul's Drag Race alum?

Lucian Piane, known for his work on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” died Monday after being struck by a vehicle in Glendale, according to reports cited by TMZ; emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene. He reportedly lacked identification and was identified later. Recent Instagram videos showing him apparently homeless had raised fans’ concerns about his safety.

Chitkara University hosts WECON 2026, bringing global perspectives on AI

Chitkara University’s WECON 2026 convened experts to examine how artificial intelligence can drive societal and industrial transformation, emphasizing practical applications, responsible adoption and collaboration. About 15 talks brought together academia, research and industry, while participants from UK, Australia and Germany added perspectives. Supported by CU-TEC, the conference continues WECON’s evolution into a cross-sector platform.

Prestige Estates Q2 sales bookings rise 20% to ₹7,225 crore on better housing demand

Prestige Estates Projects’ sales bookings rose 20% year on year to ₹7,225 crore in Q2 FY27, driven by housing demand. Residential pre-sales reached ₹72,250 million, with 3,910 units sold. Bengaluru led first-half sales at 41%, ahead of Hyderabad’s 32%. The developer launched nine projects during the quarter and operates across residential, commercial, retail and hospitality sectors.

Masked men tie up BJP leader at Kanpur farmhouse, flee with cash and jewellery?

Two masked robbers allegedly tied up BJP OBC Morcha state secretary Ramesh Singh Yadav at a Kanpur farmhouse late Monday, forced him to open a locker and fled with cash and jewellery, police said. Locked in a bathroom, he escaped by calling a guard. Investigators suspect insider knowledge and are questioning 12–14 people, despite 50 cameras and four guards.

Ahaan Panday pens special birthday wish for Saiyaara leading lady Aneet Padda, shares unseen photos

Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda will reunite with Mohit Suri for an untitled Yash Raj Films romantic drama, expected to begin filming in late 2026, after their breakout pairing in *Saiyaara*, a 2025 blockbuster. The emotional, music-led love story follows Ahaan’s birthday tribute, which stirred fan speculation, though he has publicly said they are not dating. Both actors have other projects underway.