UP’s 1st DNA fingerprinting lab in a med inst opens at KGMU

King George’s Medical University opened Uttar Pradesh’s first DNA fingerprinting laboratory in a medical institution, strengthening forensic investigations, research and molecular diagnostics. It will identify unknown bodies, missing people and disaster victims, resolve paternity and newborn-swap cases, and support transplant research. A workshop trains specialists in DNA profiling; previously, local samples were sent to Pune and Hyderabad.

MahaRERA approves 435 housing projects worth ₹23,719 crore ahead of festive season

MahaRERA approved 435 housing projects worth ₹23,719 crore, covering 32,981 apartments, ahead of Maharashtra’s festive season, alongside extensions for 210 projects and corrections to 609 developments. Pune recorded 140 registrations and Mumbai Metropolitan Region 201, with approvals spanning state regions. Developers must obtain approval for project changes and extensions; projects without extensions are automatically classified as lapsed.

UP MLC polls: Akhilesh casts vote, alleges electoral malpractice

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav voted Friday in the Agra-Aligarh graduates’ constituency election, accusing the BJP of bogus voting and obstructing supporters. He alleged election officials ignored violations as voting covered 11 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council seats. Yadav said the SP was defending democracy and vowed to defeat the BJP in the 2027 assembly polls; the election covered five graduate and six teachers’ seats.

GD Goenka Group opens its second flagship school on Sohna Road, Gurugram

GD Goenka Group has announced its second flagship school on Gurugram’s Sohna Road, expanding its National Capital Region presence. The CBSE school will focus on critical thinking, collaboration, life skills, values and holistic development, guided by the group’s THRIVE. For Life. framework. Founded in 1994, it operates Vasant Kunj school and 160-plus partner schools nationwide.

Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson Sr. charged with marijuana possession in Hamilton County

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. faces a misdemeanor marijuana-possession charge after an October 12 traffic stop in Carmel, Indiana. Police pulled over a Dodge Charger over an expired registration, then reported a strong marijuana odor. Richardson, the occupant, reportedly admitted smoking in the car and acknowledged a small amount was inside, court records say.

Real Madrid's Tchouameni clears the air on Valverde row, denies fight

Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has denied fighting Federico Valverde, saying the teammates have moved on and maintain a good relationship despite an unpleasant dressing-room incident last season. He said minor scuffles happen but reports exaggerated events into a media circus. Both players reportedly faced heavy fines, and Valverde suffered head trauma. Real Madrid face Barcelona Monday.

Tested to be Trusted: How Do You Know Your Honey Is Pure?

Dabur says each honey batch is tested against 22 quality and safety parameters, meets FSSAI requirements and carries an AGMARK Special Grade seal. QR codes link consumers to batch-specific purity certificates, while beekeeper-level records support traceability. These measures aim to substantiate trust through verification, connecting honey’s ancient Indian heritage as Madhu with its place in today’s kitchens.

Capacity building of govt officials/depts: UP ranks first in country under Mission Karmayogi

Uttar Pradesh ranked first nationwide for implementing Mission Karmayogi, ahead of Rajasthan and Jammu and Kashmir, earning recognition at a Lucknow workshop. It reports 1.923 million platform users, over 99% active participation and more than 350 registered training institutions, while departments led course-completion categories. Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised UP as a model for India’s administrative reforms, prioritised nationally since 2014.

Flat vs PG vs co-living space: Here's what to consider before choosing a home

Choosing between a flat, PG and co-living depends on budget, privacy, convenience, flexibility and social needs when relocating. Flats offer independence but require deposits, brokerage, furnishing and upkeep; PGs lower costs and may include meals, but bring shared-space limits and rules. Co-living combines convenience, predictable expenses and community, with suitability shaped by costs and lifestyle.

From career milestones to relationships, why we compare ourselves with people we don't even know

Comparing ourselves with others can harm well-being when their lives become the measure of our worth, especially as social media’s curated successes make progress seem inadequate. Psychologist Aparna Rani says uncertainty or low self-esteem can fuel comparisons as people seek reassurance. She recommends questioning unrealistic images and refocusing on personal progress and priorities; psychologists call this tendency social comparison.

Florida rapper Billy Adams III convicted of killing pregnant girlfriend seeks death penalty

Rapper Billy Adams III has asked a Florida judge to sentence him to death, requesting no mitigation arguments after conviction for killing girlfriend Alana Sims in 2023. Jurors chose life for Sims’s death but voted 8–4 to recommend execution for her unborn child’s death; sentencing is set for December 1. Adams cited fear of fatherhood.

AI and cybersecurity weekly: SBI cyberattack hits 3,900 users, India proposes AI rules

Cybersecurity threats dominated recent Indian developments: SBI reported a breach exposing records of 3,897 customers, while CERT-In warned that AI agents accessed confidential business data. India adopted principle-based AI rules, as weak eMudhra certificate keys and critical PHP flaws prompted security alerts. Together, these incidents threaten privacy, online trust and essential services amid escalating global cyberattacks and AI-assisted threats.

4 dead, more casualties feared after blast at firecracker factory in Bihar's Siwan

At least seven people are feared dead after an explosion at a licensed firecracker unit in Alampur, Siwan, on Friday evening, but officials have not confirmed the toll or identities. Rescuers recovered two to three bodies. Stored fireworks ignited, triggering blasts for two hours and collapsing part of the house. Locals named trader Mohammad Amiruddin Mian as the operator.

Gurugram building develops cracks, tilts after excavation at adjoining plot; families evacuated

At least four families evacuated a six-year-old building in Gurugram’s Sector 31 Friday after excavation on an adjoining plot allegedly caused cracks and tilt. Police halted construction, deemed the structure unsafe and issued precautionary evacuation notices to three neighbouring buildings. Residents said belongings remained inside; some stayed with relatives. Residents complained Thursday.

Haryana unions call off 3-day strike after power cuts in Gurugram, other areas

Haryana’s power unions ended their three-day statewide strike after Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Energy Minister Anil Vij promised no private players or parallel-distribution licences in the state. The government will ask HERC to review its order allowing Eleven Power a 25-year licence for Gurugram and Nuh, where it would compete with existing utilities.

Professional golf returns to Mumbai, with hope of ‘buzz and impetus’

Professional golf returns to Mumbai after a 12–15-year absence as the ₹2-crore Shri Shashi Ruia Memorial Golf Championship debuts at Willingdon Sports Club, January 12–15, 2027. Launched by PGTI president Kapil Dev, it will mix professionals and amateurs, aiming to revive Mumbai’s golf ecosystem. The city hosted tournaments before, but professional golf faded as corporate golf grew.

Martha Stewart, 85, says work-life balance is a myth, reveals she starts work at 7 am

Martha Stewart says work-life balance is unrealistic, arguing marriage, divorce and changing priorities disrupt equilibrium, while rare balance may be unsatisfying. At 85, the entrepreneur starts her day at 4 a.m., exercises, and begins work by 7, overseeing lifestyle ventures and an AI startup. Her career spans modelling, stockbroking and television, with a post-prison comeback.

Delhi HC seeks response from Doosra makers on plea by cricketer Sourav Ganguly

Delhi High Court refused to halt Doosra’s release, asking makers to respond to Sourav Ganguly’s claim that the film violates his personality rights and arrange a screening before interim relief is considered on October 29. The filmmakers call it fiction, not a biopic, inspired by Ganguly’s 2002 NatWest victory and a woman’s defiance.

Food blogger shares easy-to-make soya pulao recipe: One-pot meal loaded with 27g protein per serving

Kirti’s hara bhara soya pulao is presented as a quick vegetarian meal with 27g protein and 490 calories per serving. It combines boiled soya chunks, rice, vegetables, herbs and spices, pressure-cooked together and served with Greek yoghurt. Food blogger Kirti shared the recipe on social media; its nutrition claims have not been independently verified by HT.com.

Yogi cites ‘Office Office’, ‘tarikh pe tarikh’ to highlight governance gaps

Yogi Adityanath said delays and negligence in government offices erode trust, invoking ‘Office Office’ and ‘tarikh pe tarikh’ while calling for officials’ capacity, performance and promotions to be linked. At a Mission Karmayogi workshop, he urged accountability, citizen-focused services, AI skills and local bodies. The event gathered officials from eight states and four Union territories.

AI in forensics a double-edged sword, say experts at Lko meet

AI can accelerate forensic analysis and link crimes, but experts warned that unverified findings could jeopardize investigations and court evidence, saying it must support—not replace—human judgment and conventional methods. They called for authenticating evidence, documenting procedures and independently validating results, especially amid deepfakes and biased data. The cautions emerged at UPSIFS’s International Dialogue-26.

Manipur SoO pact with Kuki groups not extended, says Konthoujam amid crackdown after 3 Meitei killed

Manipur’s home minister said Friday the Suspension of Operations pact with Kuki militant groups was not in force as security forces intensified searches after three Meitei youths were killed in Imphal East. Eighteen cadres found at a designated camp are under investigation, with 17 set for arrest. Signed in 2008, the pact covered 25 outfits.

Meghan Markle breaks silence amid child abuse allegations against father: ‘I am deeply distressed’

Meghan Markle says she is “deeply distressed” as Philippine authorities investigate claims her estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr., possessed child sexual-abuse material. Police alerted her to allegations in 2018, and she says keeping him from her children was intended to protect them. Markle Sr. denies them; he and Meghan have been estranged since her wedding.

Delhi HC rejects Neha Bora's plea against notice to sign peace, 'maintain peace'

The Delhi high court on Friday dismissed AISA president Neha Bora’s petition challenging a police notice requiring her to furnish a ₹10,000 personal bond and one surety to maintain peace during an inquiry. Police issued the notice after Bora participated in the “Lehra Do Tiranga” march on October 16. The ruling leaves the notice in place.

Aligarh road rage case: Accused driver arrested

Aligarh police arrested Vikrant, nephew of BJP leader Devraj Singh, on Friday for allegedly driving an Audi that struck two motorcyclists Tuesday night and ran over injured Manoj, killing him; Kanhaiya was also hurt. Vikrant was sent to judicial custody after appearing in court, while the driver initially detained was cleared when evidence showed he was home.

Chinese Horoscope, October 24, 2026: Daily astro guidance as per your zodiac

Metal Goat Receive Day favors steady effort, careful review, cooperation and accepting support, while urging patience and caution with work, money and health. Pig has the best outlook, with Rabbit and Horse favored; Ox faces greater challenges, while signs benefit from routines and measured choices. Readings combine astrology with the 2026 Fire Horse year.

Melania Trump helps secure Oleshky ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine: US

The White House says US first lady Melania Trump helped secure a ceasefire in Oleshky between Russia and Ukraine, describing her role as a contribution to a pause in fighting. The statement gives no details about the truce’s timing, duration, terms or negotiations, and offers no further background on Oleshky or the circumstances surrounding the reported agreement.

IBM India leases 2.83 lakh sq ft of office space in Bengaluru for ₹343 crore over 10 years

IBM India leased 2.83 lakh sq ft at Bengaluru’s Bagmane Solarium City–Radon for 10 years, with total rent estimated at ₹343 crore, deepening its presence in India’s leading technology hub. The lease began February 5, 2026, at ₹2.49 crore monthly; Bengaluru led office demand in Q3, leasing 5.2 msf, up 11% year-on-year, documents show.

Tu Hai Meri Kiran review: Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal deserved a better film

Tu Hai Meri Kiran’s intriguing time-travel premise is undermined by convoluted writing, as overlapping timelines confuse instead of rewarding audiences. Sonakshi Sinha is strong, and Zaheer Iqbal engaging as the obsessive antagonist, but neither steadies the ambitious, overlong climax. Karan Rawal’s film follows an author whose phone connects her with a man living in 2016.

Mysterious flying ‘black’ triangles spotted over secret US military bases, reveal new UFO documents

Newly declassified documents reveal black triangle-shaped objects flew up to 1,800 mph without vapor trails over classified US military sites at least three times last year, raising national-security concerns as officials cannot determine whether they were foreign. Witnesses reported seamless craft with steady heat signatures; sketches were released, but no photographs. More files are planned.