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Nutritionist shares kanthari prawns nirvana recipe: a Kerala comfort dish with serious kick of heat
Kerala-style kanthari prawns nirvana pairs fiery bird’s-eye chillies and spices with creamy coconut milk for a seafood dish. Blend chillies, herbs, ginger, garlic, shallots, spices, vinegar and oil; marinate prawns 10–15 minutes, cook in ghee, then simmer with coconut milk and curry leaves. Nutritionist Aathira Sethumadhavan shared it online; paneer works as a vegetarian substitute.

Kyle Kennedy dies at 42: All we know about RFK granddaughter's paralysis from spinal cord injury
Kyle Kennedy, granddaughter of Robert and Ethel Kennedy, died at 42 on September 21 at her Westwood, Massachusetts, home; the cause remains unknown. A spinal cord injury six years earlier left her permanently paralyzed, but she raised her sons and advocated for disability rights. One of 34 grandchildren, she also worked in early childhood education.

30-foot cockroach effigy burnt at Ramlila event in Delhi; AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj files complaint
A 30-foot cockroach effigy burned alongside Ravana, Kumbhkaran and Meghnath at Delhi’s Dussehra celebration Tuesday, prompting AAP chief Saurabh Bharadwaj to complain to police and the lieutenant governor that it hurt religious sentiments and risked inciting enmity. Organisers said it represented filth and health risks, not any person or party; the committee previously burned effigies symbolizing issues.

IOA elections: Usha, Bindra, Adille in SOM race
Forty men and 40 women, including Olympic medallists Abhinav Bindra, Saina Nehwal and incumbent president PT Usha, are seeking Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit places in the Indian Olympic Association, a key first stage in its December elections. Eight will be elected November 5, and two will join the Executive Council. Applicants must meet retirement and representation criteria.

For all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, New Zealand is a tour of reckoning
India’s New Zealand tour is a crucial test for Nitish Kumar Reddy, selected in all three formats as a pace-bowling all-rounder to cover Hardik Pandya, with the 2027 World Cup in view. Despite batting promise, modest Test returns and limited bowling impact mean he must define a role and deliver. His Melbourne century earned selectors’ trust.

Megan Thee Stallion wants Priyanka Chopra Jonas on the Victoria’s Secret runway
Megan Thee Stallion has named Priyanka Chopra Jonas her choice for an honorary Angel at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, praising her beauty and saying the runway needs to see her. In an InStyle interview, Megan wondered whether Priyanka had ever received her wings; Megan performed at the 2026 Los Angeles show.

4 family members among 5 shot dead in suspected murder-suicide at Mundelein home
Five people, including four relatives, were found shot dead Sunday night at a Mundelein, Illinois, home in a suspected murder-suicide; investigators believe the suspected shooter had a romantic relationship with one victim. The bodies were discovered when a daughter in California requested a welfare check, and two firearms were recovered in the normally low-crime suburb.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale LIVE: Up to 70% off on gadgets and more
Amazon’s Great Indian Festival Sale remains live, offering up to 70% off electronics, including headphones, speakers, soundbars, laptops, tablets, smartwatches and monitors. Discounts reach 50% on laptops, 40% on tablets, 60% on smartwatches and 65% on monitors; bank offers, cashback and no-cost EMI add savings. Sale began October 8, 2026, for Prime and non-Prime members.

Vikas Khanna on Instagram Rings, authenticity and why creators do not need to be perfect
Chef Vikas Khanna says Instagram creators should be judged by impact and authenticity, not follower counts or polished videos, as he joins the jury for Instagram Rings. He values content with soul that makes people think and urges creators to be genuinely themselves. His Manhattan restaurant, Bungalow, reflects that approach, celebrating Indian culture through storytelling.

Rubio briefed on 26/11 attacks by Taj security chief who was present during 2008 attacks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was briefed on the 26/11 attacks by Sunil Kudyadi, who was inside Mumbai’s Taj Mahal Palace Hotel during the assault, at a wreath-laying ceremony on Tuesday. Kudyadi, the hotel’s Associate Vice President of Security and Safety and Head of Security, offered a firsthand link to the events being commemorated.

Overwhelmed Sara Ali Khan weeps while offering prayers during Golden Temple visit
Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan visited Amritsar’s Golden Temple on Dussehra ahead of Udta Teer’s October 23 release, with photos showing them praying and a viral video capturing Sara in tears at the shrine. Sara shared wishes. Akash A Kaushik’s directorial debut features an ensemble cast and was denied permission for screening in Nepal.

MBBS student’s body found hanging in hostel room of Muz’nagar medical college
A 23-year-old MBBS student was found hanging in her hostel room at Muzaffarnagar Medical College on Monday night, as police investigate whether a dispute with a male friend preceded her death. Her roommate discovered her after returning at 8.30pm. Police found no suicide note or suspicious items and seized her phone; her parents rushed from Haryana.

‘BJP wipeout certain’: Akhilesh says UP polls a battle to save democracy
On Vijayadashami, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav called Uttar Pradesh’s assembly election a fight to save democracy, predicted the BJP’s defeat and announced the party’s manifesto for November 26, 2026. At a Lucknow meeting, he urged unity and accused the BJP government of injustice and voter-list manipulation. He invoked the festival’s symbolism: justice triumphing over injustice.

Tim Cook reveals advice Steve Jobs gave him before handing over the reins as Apple CEO
Cook says Steve Jobs’ advice before naming him Apple CEO was, “Never ask what I would do, just do the right thing,” urging him to lead authentically, not imitate Jobs. This guidance prevented paralysis and inspired Cook to be himself, reflecting Jobs’ observation of Disney’s fixation on its late founder; Cook succeeded Jobs in 2011.

Vijay Deverakonda reveals why he proposed to Rashmika Mandanna in Udaipur before their wedding
Vijay Deverakonda proposed to Rashmika Mandanna twice: his Italy plan failed when no ring felt right, but he wanted her to have a proposal story despite disliking romantic gestures. He eventually went down on one knee after their Udaipur sangeet, surrounded by friends. Married in February 2026, they recounted the moment on Koffee with Karan.

Rubio hails New Delhi as 'powerful, influential', says India-US ties will help shape 21st century
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised India as a “powerful, influential” nation on Tuesday, saying India-US ties will define the 21st century. During his three-day visit, from October 20 to 22, Rubio arrived in Mumbai and is scheduled to travel to Gujarat on Wednesday to visit Reliance’s Jamnagar refinery.

Christina Applegate opens up about emotional toll of multiple sclerosis misdiagnosis
Christina Applegate says her doctor has told her she does not have multiple sclerosis, overturning her 2021 diagnosis, but the news has not eased symptoms or uncertainty. The 54-year-old described feeling worse, depressed and alienated from the MS community after years of public MS advocacy on her MeSsy podcast, which resumed after a seven-month hiatus.

Model among 3 held in Nagpur for Lucknow cafe owner’s death
After an 11-day manhunt, police arrested Shraddha Dubey, sister Rashmi and driver Tanveer Ali in Nagpur over café owner Shiva Sharma’s alleged murder; each carried a ₹50,000 reward. They are now being returned to Lucknow on transit remand. Sharma fell from his apartment October 9; his family alleges torture and murder, while Dubey claims suicide.

‘Right to defend ourselves’: Jaishankar says India expects partners to show zero terrorism tolerance
India expects its partners to adopt zero tolerance toward terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in Mumbai on Tuesday, underscoring the issue during a speech at an American Independence Day celebration attended by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US envoy Sergio Gor. Rubio arrived for a three-day visit and met Jaishankar earlier that day, alongside UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah.

Green patches re-appear on Taj Mahal walls, ASI on alert
Green and black stains have reappeared on the Taj Mahal’s Yamuna-facing northern walls, prompting the Archaeological Survey of India to seek scientific advice and schedule cleaning. Officials attribute the marks to pollution-linked Goeldichironomus insects; identified in 2016, the problem once peaked in May and June but now also appears in October as post-monsoon river levels recede.

Four friends killed as speeding car crashes into tree in Kushinagar
Four youths were killed and three injured when their car crashed into a tree near Ramabhar bridge in Kushinagar Monday night while returning from a Navratri fair. Police reported two died at the scene, two in hospital, while one injured man remained critical. Friends had attended the Kasya fair; police are investigating speed and the driver.

Deepthi, Nishad make it a day to remember for India
Deepthi Jeevanji won the women’s 400m T20 gold at the 2026 Asian Para Games in a record 56.36 seconds, contributing to India’s five-gold day. She beat Japan’s Niina Kanno after setting a Games record in the heats. Born with an intellectual disability, the Telangana sprinter was discovered at 15 and has earned Paralympic and world medals.

Ranji Trophy: Harpreet Brar’s seven-for puts Punjab on top vs Chhattisgarh
Harpreet Brar’s 7/56 and Emanjot Singh Chahal’s miserly 2/13 put Punjab in command against Chhattisgarh, who ended Day 3 at 123/3, still 127 runs behind after following on. Punjab had posted 456 before bowling the visitors out for 206. On a spin-friendly pitch, Amandeep Khare made 91, while Uday Saharan’s 161 anchored Punjab’s first innings.

Anurag Kashyap, Vasan Bala back Panchayat actors Chandan Roy, Faisal Malik's short film Aakhri Ride
Aakhri Ride, backed by Anurag Kashyap and Vasan Bala, completed a rare global festival sweep, earning selections at festivals, Oscar- and BAFTA-qualifying platforms, and market showcases. The thriller premieres on Halloween, October 31, on YouTube, following a Mumbai ride-share driver pushed to the edge; its debut directors drew inspiration from cab journeys and drivers’ struggles.

What 10 Flights This Year Taught Me About Chic & Comfortable Airport Style
Elevated airport style starts with practical choices: skip pure white outfits, shorts, excessive metal jewellery, synthetic fabrics, stiff denim, jumpsuits and lace-up shoes, which can soil easily, feel cold or restrict movement. Choose breathable Lyocell, Modal or organic-cotton layers, wide-leg stretch trousers, cushioned slip-ons and a crossbody bag to stay comfortable in dry, chilly cabins and busy airport queues.

‘Kolkata pandal collapse claim unfounded’: Cops hunt for person behind rumour that led to stampede
Police are searching for whoever allegedly announced that part of Kolkata’s Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal was collapsing, a warning believed to have triggered Saturday’s stampede, killing 19 and injuring 25. Investigators found no evidence of danger and are reviewing CCTV, as rain congested the exit while entry remained open. Seven people, mainly organisers, have been arrested.

Review: Life of M by Rachel Cusk
Rachel Cusk’s slim, unsettling *Life of M* examines how celebrity visibility becomes captivity, as an unnamed writer turns a famous actor into material for an imagined autobiography, confusing interpretation with truth. M’s Portman parallels sharpen its critique of public ownership; the narrator’s admission exposes her motives. Cusk’s experimental novel probes writing, identity and motherhood.

Vijay govt faces BJP ire over 60-day parole to Coimbatore blast convicts
Tamil Nadu’s decision to grant 60 days’ parole to five life convicts in the 1998 Coimbatore blasts has drawn BJP criticism, with spokesperson Narayanan Thirupathy demanding immediate revocation and no further concessions, arguing the release insults victims and betrays survivors. The blasts killed 58 and injured 250; Al-Umma members were convicted, and courts upheld lengthy sentences.

Prestige Group lines up ₹40,000 cr residential launches for H2, 2.5 times April-September pipeline
Prestige Group plans ₹40,000 crore in residential launches across Bengaluru, Mumbai, NCR, Chennai and Hyderabad over the next two quarters, 2.5 times first-half launches, aiming to sustain demand and achieve ₹35,000–36,000 crore in sales bookings this fiscal year. First-half bookings reached ₹13,804.3 crore, with Bengaluru contributing 41% and Hyderabad 32%. Last year, bookings hit ₹30,024 crore.

Woman claiming to be Amy Acton's mom urges Ohio voters to reject her: ‘She’s lied her entire life’
A viral video features a woman claiming to be Amy Acton’s mother urging Ohio voters to reject the Democratic candidate, calling her a liar and disputing her past. The clip drew over 350,000 views, though its allegations are unverified; published reports describe Acton’s childhood as unsettled, with frequent moves and a period living in a tent.


