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Ravens rule out Lamar Jackson for third consecutive game ahead of Week 7 clash vs Bengals
Lamar Jackson is out of Sunday’s game against Cincinnati with an ankle injury, despite returning to practice, leaving Tyler Huntley set to start for Baltimore. Jackson said swelling had eased, but pain and ability to move would determine readiness. He missed two weeks after being hurt in Week 4; Huntley is 1-1 in prior starts.

Sharad Purnima 2026: When is it, exact timings, and what is the spiritual meaning?
Sharad Purnima, also called Kojagari Purnima, falls on October 25, 2026, with the full-Moon tithi running from 11:55 a.m. that day until 9:41 a.m. October 26, according to Drik Panchang. Devotees worship Lakshmi, prepare kheer and may keep vigil, while Krishna’s Maha Raas is remembered; traditions associate the night with prosperity, gratitude and spiritual reflection.

Ric Flair, 77, shares bandaged-eye photo after scary fall
WWE legend Ric Flair, 77, is back home after a fall outside a Tampa restaurant left him with head and facial cuts, a bleeding eye and a possible concussion. In a Saturday post showing his bandaged eye, he thanked fans and hospital staff, saying he would recover. Hours earlier, he had disclosed blood clots that restricted his travel.

Curt Cignetti shares Josh Hoover injury update after Indiana QB's difficult outing vs Michigan
Indiana escaped Michigan 13-6 Saturday, with coach Curt Cignetti calling the uneven win “gritty” and confirming quarterback Josh Hoover was not fully healthy all week. Hoover completed 8 of 18 passes for 81 yards and an interception, which helped Michigan reach field-goal range, drawing fan calls for a benching as the Hoosiers struggled offensively.

Stephen Curry unlikely to play tonight as Warriors face Suns
Stephen Curry will likely sit out Golden State’s Saturday game in Phoenix as the Warriors cautiously manage his workload during their first back-to-back, pending consultation with training staff. Coach Steve Kerr is ramping Curry up slowly after last season’s runner’s-knee injury sidelined him for 27 straight games; Brandin Podziemski is also unavailable.

Ilhan Omar's deleted Father's Day post sparks fresh questions amid identity probe
Ilhan Omar’s resurfaced 2013 post calling her father “Nur Said” has renewed scrutiny amid a probe into possible false statements on immigration records. Omar denies wrongdoing and the claim she married her brother, saying her name is Ilhan Abdullahi Omar; her office says “Nur Said” was her father’s childhood nickname. Court filings cite another unexplained name.

Anti-drug crackdown: Punjab chemists’ body decides to stop sale of anxiety, pain relief drugs
Punjab’s chemists association will halt sales of narcotic and psychotropic medicines on October 25, warning patients needing them for anxiety, pain and muscle tension may face treatment disruptions. It blames intensified raids and penalties over record discrepancies for burdening legitimate pharmacies. Patiala inspectors found violations at 11 of 16 shops checked October 16–19; law permits dispensing only against valid physical prescriptions.

ESPN's Troy Aikman addresses potential Cowboys reunion
Troy Aikman would consider a Cowboys return if Jerry Jones approached him, though he doubts an opportunity will arise. With his ESPN contract in its final year and no renewal talks underway, Aikman is weighing broadcasting and front-office roles after working with Miami. Jones considers him highly qualified; Aikman won three Super Bowls in Dallas.

Missile debris falls in Mecca, Medina after Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi strikes
Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense said Saturday it intercepted two ballistic missiles launched by Yemen’s Houthis toward the Mecca and Medina regions, then responded to falling shrapnel across several locations. Debris was reported in Jeddah, Taif, Rabigh and Wadi Mughamas outside Mecca; the agency described the Houthis as a “terrorist militia” in a post on X.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on October 25, 2026 in Delhi, Noida and Gurugram
Delhi-NCR’s October 25 lineup spans theatre, music, dance, art, comedy and family activities, mixing free performances with paid workshops and shows. Highlights include Natyakumbh’s “Lala Ji Ne School Banaya Hai,” Shadaj Iyer’s free morning-raga recital, Prayaas 2026, Halloween clay art and Gaurav Kapoor’s stand-up; Golpo Kotha and The Grand Expo remain open into November.

Delhi man arrested for uploading Siddaramaiah-targeting video, gets bail; JDS link under probe
Delhi resident Ritesh Pandey, 22, was arrested in Bengaluru Saturday for uploading a video targeting former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, then granted bail on condition he cooperate with investigators. Police are probing his claim that a JD(S)-linked social media associate directed him and tracing who recorded and circulated the footage. Siddaramaiah calls it fabricated and alleges blackmail.

Congress asks Karnataka govt to probe alleged sting bids on CMs Shivakumar, Satheesan: Report
Congress high command has reportedly directed Karnataka to investigate alleged sting operations targeting Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and V D Satheesan. Shivakumar said a businessman wearing Meta smart glasses sought a meeting ostensibly about business but questioned him on political strategies, prompting suspicion. He also warned Cabinet colleagues of possible traps and said precautions had been taken.

Delhi AQI 'moderate' at 191; environment minister says govt in 'war mode for clean air'
Delhi’s air quality improved to the “moderate” category on Saturday, ending three consecutive days in the “poor” zone, as the 24-hour average AQI fell to 191 from 230 on Friday, according to CPCB data. Sirsa said Delhi was working in “war mode”; October 23 AQI readings were lower year-on-year, and partly cloudy skies are forecast.

Massive fire in downtown Phoenix sends thick smoke cloud billowing into the sky
A large fire has broken out near 19th Avenue and McDowell Road in Phoenix, where the Phoenix Fire Department is working to extinguish the blaze, according to 12News. The report has not yet provided details about the cause, possible injuries, or damage, and the story is still being updated.

Blue drum murder case: Convicts challenge death sentence before Allahabad HC
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla appealed their death sentences to the Allahabad High Court, alleging the circumstantial case failed to prove guilt and the trial court relied on speculation. A bench may hear the appeal next week. The case concerns Saurabh Rajput’s 2025 murder and the couple’s attempt to conceal his body in a cement-filled blue drum in Meerut.

3-year-old girl dies after boiling milk spills on her while fleeing stray dog in Maharashtra's Beed
A three-year-old girl in Maharashtra’s Beed district died of severe burns after a stray dog startled her, causing her to trip over boiling milk outside her home, police said. She died during treatment after being taken to hospital. Days after her third birthday, her death followed a separate fatal stray-dog attack on another three-year-old in Madhya Pradesh.

Allahabad HC makes Meerut SSP stand through hearing for failure to comply with order
Allahabad High Court ordered Meerut SSP to remain in court during a hearing and directed action against the district’s CJM after an accused was not produced despite a non-bailable warrant. The accused appeared Saturday but refused to marry the rape survivor, prompting cancellation of bail granted on that condition. The court faulted officials for negligence.

Israel imposes closures across West Bank city; Iran accuses US of disrupting negotiations | updates
Israel sealed Hebron and displaced up to 300 families after Palestinian gunmen killed two soldiers, while Iran vowed to bar U.S. warships from the Persian Gulf as fears of renewed war mount. Jordan’s church-attack death toll rose to nine; airstrikes killed people in Yemen and Gaza, and an oil spill closed UAE beaches. Regional tensions intensified.

Voter's name appears 11 times in Azamgarh rolls, ECI orders action against 9 in UP
The Election Commission ordered action against nine officials after finding identical details in voter-roll entries for 11 people named Vikas Yadav in Azamgarh. It issued termination notices to five officers and a computer assistant, and initiated proceedings against the electoral registration officer and two assistants. The inquiry followed Akhilesh Yadav’s allegations; two of 13 entries were deleted.

‘Blue drum’ murder convicts move HC against death sentence
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla appealed to the Allahabad High Court against their convictions and death sentences for Saurabh Rajput’s murder, arguing prosecutors failed to prove the circumstantial case beyond reasonable doubt. They cite contradictions and evidence-handling lapses; a division bench may hear them next week. Rajput’s body was found in a cement-filled blue drum.

Benched Bryce Underwood hugs Tommy Carr in supportive moment at Indiana game
Bryce Underwood showed support for Tommy Carr after losing Michigan’s quarterback role, embracing the freshman during Saturday’s game against No. 6 Indiana and earning fan praise for his sportsmanship. Carr got his chance after replacing Underwood against Penn State, helping spark a 21-18 comeback win. Underwood struggled with turnovers, throwing six interceptions in six games.

HC seeks consent form after C-section on 13-year-old rape survivor despite MTP order
Allahabad High Court seeks an explanation for the missing guardian-signed consent form before surgery on a 13-year-old rape survivor, despite its order permitting pregnancy termination. Induction proved impossible, so surgery occurred September 23; the infant died the next day. An inquiry found no negligence, but the state must clarify consent procedures after pregnancy passed 24 weeks.

Exclusive| We hope to move back home next year: Talat Aziz
Veteran singer Talat Aziz and his family are rebuilding after an October 2 fire gutted part of their home, destroying paintings, instruments and treasured belongings; they escaped injury and hope to return by February. Staying with a friend, they are grateful for support as they cope with the losses. Aziz, 69, played Hrithik Roshan’s father in *Fighter*.

Udta Teer box office collection day 2: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan film crosses ₹11 crore
Udta Teer, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, earned ₹7 crore Saturday, taking its total to ₹11.10 crore after a ₹4.10 crore opening. The comedy showed growth despite mixed reviews and competition, while Sunday’s collections remain pivotal to weekend strength. Ayushmann plays a Pakistani agent who loses his memory and believes he serves India.

Prayagraj waterlogging woes set to end with drainage overhaul
Prayagraj plans a Rs 1,500-crore drainage overhaul to curb monsoon flooding, following Allahabad High Court directions, with a drone survey, due by December, guiding a master plan. It will map waterlogging and obstructions; C&DS and MNNIT experts are developing solutions. Pumping stations and lined drains aim to prevent backflow when river levels restrict stormwater outflow.

ISL: Odisha FC and NorthEast United FC share spoils in Bhubaneswar
NorthEast United were held to a 0-0 draw by Odisha FC in Bhubaneswar after Alaaeddine Ajaraie struck a stoppage-time penalty against the woodwork, denying the Highlanders a chance to extend their winning streak and move three points clear atop the Indian Super League. Hrithik Tiwari made key saves, while Stephen Eze’s handball earned NorthEast a late spot-kick.

MLC polls in Agra: ECI orders action against police, polling personnel over anomalies
ECI ordered a repoll on October 26 at three Agra Teachers’ Constituency stations after voiding Friday’s voting over irregularities, and ordered accountability for police and polling personnel. An inquiry is due October 25; implicated staff cannot serve during the repoll. Voting runs 8 a.m.–4 p.m., with counting October 27, following Samajwadi Party claims of booth-capturing.

RG Kar victim's parents question ex-principal's bail; citizens' groups plan march to CBI office
The victim’s parents challenged former RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh’s bail in a corruption case, as citizen groups planned a November 12 march to the CBI for accountability. Her mother asked why people present before her death remain unarrested and demanded justice over alleged evidence destruction. The Supreme Court granted bail, citing prolonged detention and slow trial progress.

UPPRPB declares final scores for 41,424 Home Guard posts
UPPRPB released final scores for candidates seeking 41,424 Home Guard posts, available at uppbpb.gov.in until November 23. Candidates must log in with their registration number and birth date, then choose “Click here for Final Score” to receive scores by registered email. The Board published selection results on October 3; helpdesk support is available, while separate RTI requests will not be entertained.

Arsenal beat Everton to keep pace with Manchester City in title race
Arsenal beat Everton 2-0 Saturday to draw level with Manchester City on 21 points atop the Premier League, capitalizing on City’s 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa, though City remain first on goal difference. Ezri Konsa scored from a corner in the seventh minute, and Gabriel Magalhaes headed Ben White’s cross after halftime, reviving Arsenal’s set-piece threat.


