Aaron Jones Sr. injures knee and questionable to return as Vikings defend slim lead vs Colts

Minnesota Vikings star Aaron Jones Sr. injured his knee with less than a quarter remaining in Sunday afternoon’s game against the Indianapolis Colts. The injury’s impact remains unclear, as the brief report gives no details about its severity, cause, or whether Jones returned to play, leaving Minnesota’s outlook uncertain for the rest of the game.

Joe Burrow’s slow start vs Ravens draws criticism from fantasy managers

Joe Burrow rebounded Sunday, throwing two third-quarter touchdown passes as Cincinnati sought to erase a 13-0 deficit against Baltimore Ravens. After completing just 6 of 12 passes for 43 yards before halftime, he drew online criticism, then improved to 15-of-22 for 143 yards with four minutes left in the third quarter, as play continued.

At least 2 feared trapped as under-construction building collapses in Delhi's Harsh Vihar

At least two people, including a contractor and his father, were feared trapped beneath rubble after an under-construction house collapsed Sunday evening in Milan Garden, northeast Delhi, prompting a search by firefighters, police and NDRF teams. The cause remained unclear; police said construction was underway above an old structure. Past collapses have raised safety concerns.

Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola injured in car crash; postpones campaign events before midterms

Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola and her family sustained minor injuries after another driver struck a car Saturday night en route to an Alaska Federation of Natives banquet, her campaign said Sunday. On doctors’ advice, Peltola postpones Fairbanks and Bethel events during recovery, though other tour stops remain scheduled. She challenges Republican Senator Dan Sullivan.

Collegium decisions unanimous, says ex-CJI Chandrachud

Former CJI Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud said collegium decisions were unanimous and Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul endorsed all recommendations, disputing Kaul’s memoir claim that he was overly deferential to the government. Chandrachud said he could not respond fully before reading the book, but cited public resolutions and said Kaul had neither formally dissented nor walked out. Kaul retired in 2023.

Social Security Administration makes major changes to its 91-year-old database

SSA says it corrected records tied to nearly 15% of Social Security numbers in its largest-ever cleanup, adding 17 million death dates and citizenship information to 25 million records. The updates aim to improve benefit administration and prevent fraud, but the agency has not said whether payments or eligibility changed. People can review records online.

Trump aide Steven Cheung touts Nicki Minaj as new White House press secretary before Michigan rally

Steven Cheung suggested Nicki Minaj for White House press secretary after interviewing her aboard Air Force One, as she joined Trump at a Michigan rally ahead of the 2026 midterms. Minaj praised Trump’s economic leadership, and her appearance countered Barack Obama’s Detroit rally for Democrat Abdul El-Sayed. The position opened after Katie Zacharia’s five-day tenure.

5 held over 60 quintals iron rebars theft from 16 Noida construction sites

Noida police arrested five people accused of stealing over 60 quintals of iron rebars from 16 construction sites in a month. A suspect with 15 cases across Delhi-NCR was injured in shootout. Probe began after a Sector 62 resident reported theft on October 10; investigators say gang members sold material through a Ghaziabad scrap dealer.

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey questionable to return after suffering thigh injury vs Falcons

Christian McCaffrey was listed as questionable to return with a thigh issue during the San Francisco 49ers’ matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, the team announced on X. He was sent to the medical tent in the first half, but the nature of the problem was initially unclear, and the update came as the game continued.

6 arrested, over 1,400 bank accounts frozen in Manipur, Mizoram as ED busts ‘narco-hawala’ scam

ED arrested six people and froze 1,424 accounts in Mizoram and Manipur, uncovering a cross-border “narco-hawala ecosystem” that sends drug proceeds from India to Myanmar suppliers. Searches linked three NDPS cases involving heroin, methamphetamine and brown sugar, with drugs moving through India and cash returning to border towns. Investigators say precursor chemicals are sent to Myanmar for production.

JMI students’ hunger strike enters day 14; hostel vacation triggers fresh row

Students at three JMI girls’ hostels say wardens asked them to leave after classes moved online, as a protest to restore the students’ union entered its 14th day. The university did not confirm an evacuation order, saying a power cut was routine. Over 300 women students protested Friday night; the union was dissolved in 2006.

Michael Carrick under huge pressure as Manchester United slump to 16th

Manchester United’s crisis deepened Sunday as Bournemouth won 3-0 at Old Trafford, extending its eight-game winless run and increasing pressure on Carrick. His decision to drop captain Bruno Fernandes after tactical criticism failed as Rayan, Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson exploited poor defending. United fell to 16th, four days after a 4-1 Champions League loss at Como.

Mumbai Police detains 25, including comedian, over candle march for IIT-B suicide victim

Police detained about 140 people Sunday at Chaityabhoomi and Shivaji Park, including comedian Masoom Rajwani, during an unauthorized candlelight vigil for an IIT Bombay student who died by suicide and a separate Adivasi Gen Z protest. The student’s family alleges caste harassment, which IIT Bombay denies. Police are investigating; an institute panel’s report remains unpublished.

Juwan Johnson caught only 5 passes in last 3 starts as Week 7 Steelers loss compounds Saints' woes

Juwan Johnson’s production has plunged, prompting concern about his Saints role after he caught one pass for seven yards against Pittsburgh in Week 7, following a catchless Week 6. A three-tight-end rotation and more targets for wide receivers may explain the decline. Johnson opened strongly, following a career-best year, but his recent numbers have reversed.

Alex Karp says AI could give neurodivergent workers an edge in the workplace

AI could create opportunities for neurodivergent workers by helping them organize tasks, communicate and contribute varied thinking styles as businesses reshape work. Palantir offers a fellowship paying up to $200,000, while SAP, Microsoft and Dell adapt hiring. Experts caution AI cannot erase barriers or make every neurodivergent person a genius; autism, ADHD and dyslexia bring challenges.

FIR filed against 2 Congress MPs for 'trespass' as Jamia protest over student union demand continues

Jamia Millia Islamia students continued protests and a hunger strike Sunday, demanding restoration of the students’ union, as police filed an FIR against Congress MPs Imran Masood and Imran Pratapgarhi for alleged trespassing, based on a university complaint. The administration moved classes online and restricted campus access; union elections were last held in 2006.

Industrialist R Veeramani booked in eighth POCSO case: Police

Police registered an eighth POCSO case against Gem Group chairman R Veeramani after a survivor alleged he sexually assaulted her as a minor. Lookout notices now cover five accused or suspected accomplices; eight people have been arrested in cases involving 12 girls. The SIT says the investigation is nearing completion, with its final chargesheet expected soon.

24-yr-old held for helping cyber fraudsters dupe elderly woman of ₹1.18-cr

Mumbai police arrested a 24-year-old man accused of routing part of a ₹1.18-crore fraud targeting a 76-year-old Dahisar woman, who was allegedly conned by callers posing as officials. They accused her of financing terrorists linked to a Delhi blast and declared her under “digital arrest.” She transferred funds after threats and repayment promises; family alerted police.

Vidyut compares Hollywood & Indian film sets: You could be 50 Cent but you still have to be on time

Vidyut Jammwal says the discipline, punctuality and clear accountability on the international set of *Street Fighter* distinguished it from Indian productions, despite India’s ability to deliver large-scale action with top talent. He also praised the cast’s secure, focused camaraderie. Each crew department respected others’ responsibilities, he said, and meticulous professionalism shaped his experience abroad.

Revised 4 am to 10 pm darshan timings at Ram temple from Nov 1

Ram Lalla’s Ayodhya temple switches to winter Seva and darshan hours from November 1, opening 4 a.m.–10 p.m., rather than 3:45 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Mangala Aarti moves to 4:30 a.m., darshan begins at 7 a.m., and midday rest extends to one hour. The Trust named Subhash Chandra Singh spokesperson as visitors and construction increase.

Venezuela Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado returns after months in exile: ‘I’m here. With you'

María Corina Machado returned to Venezuela Sunday after months in exile, demanding a presidential election as the country’s democratic future remains uncertain. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez, backed by Washington, has stayed beyond her authorized 90-day term without scheduling a vote, while U.S. officials prioritize economic stabilization. Machado had challenged Nicolás Maduro, whose 2024 election loss was credibly documented.

Udta Teer box office collection day 3: Ayushmann Khurrana film crosses ₹19 crore in opening weekend

Udta Teer, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, collected ₹8.10 crore Sunday, taking its three-day total to ₹19.45 crore. It opened at ₹4.10 crore and climbed to ₹7.25 crore Saturday, powered by multiplex audiences, but must sustain momentum on weekdays. Akash Kaushik’s debut follows a Pakistani spy whose amnesia makes him believe he’s an Indian officer.

‘Don’t test us': Netanyahu warns Iran against attempts to disrupt Israel elections

Netanyahu warned Iran and its allies that Israel would deliver “disproportionate blows” if they attack to disrupt the October 27 election, saying the military is ready to respond. He has campaigned on security as Tehran rejects policy changes and Washington leaves strikes possible. A ceasefire has halted February’s US-Israeli bombardment, but regional tensions and shipping disputes persist.

Missing police lockup CCTV footage: Allahabad HC seeks Ayodhya SSP’s affidavit

Allahabad High Court ordered Ayodhya’s SSP to explain within a week why lock-up CCTV footage sought under RTI was not preserved, rejecting shortages as an excuse for defying Supreme Court directions. Footage requested within the 90-day period must be retained despite an initial refusal, the court said, under a 2021 Supreme Court CCTV preservation mandate.

Iran says US talks ‘meaningless’ until 7 conditions met as Qatari mediators arrive in Tehran

Qatari mediators arrived in Tehran Sunday to ease tensions, but Iran says talks with Washington are meaningless until its seven conditions are met, leaving diplomacy stalled as Donald Trump weighs a deal or renewed military action. Tehran says Washington seeks to curb its nuclear capacity and control the Strait of Hormuz; Trump threatens further strikes.

Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam cabinet ministers dance to Gangnam Style in AI video

An AI-generated video shows Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and ministers Pijush Hazarika and Jayanta Mallabaruah in an unexpected dance to PSY’s “Gangnam Style,” drawing over 2.5 million views on Sarma’s Instagram. The trio perform the hit’s horse-riding moves, prompting reactions. Sarma dances at BJP rallies; Hazarika and Mallabaruah oversee agriculture and finance in Assam.

Colaba Causeway to get 91 uniform-sized hawker stalls to clear footpaths

Colaba Causeway will receive 91 standardised hawker stalls under a ₹2.28-crore BMC project aimed at clearing footpaths, improving pedestrian movement and enhancing tourism. Funded by the DPDC, the stalls will measure one square metre and be reserved for vendors with QR-code identity cards. Following a prototype, rollout is expected within weeks, with expansion elsewhere possible.

2 Chembur men booked for wildlife hunting bid in Murud forest

Two Chembur men were booked for allegedly attempting to hunt wild animals in a Murud forest after police stopped their SUV and seized two rifles, 104 live cartridges and meat-cutting tools. The October 24 seizure near Takka Adivasi Wadi led to charges against the men, aged 59 and 23, under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

Dharman: Nayanthara joins cast of Rajinikanth film, calls him one and only superstar

Nayanthara has joined Rajinikanth’s Dharman, produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International, with the makers unveiling a poster showing her facing the superstar in a corridor. She joins an ensemble that includes Simran and Raashii Khanna. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, it features Rajinikanth as a “deadly doctor”; its journey earlier followed several director changes.

ISL: Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC play out a goalless thriller in Kochi

Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC shared a 0-0 draw before a sold-out Kochi crowd in the ISL on Sunday, despite several close chances, leaving both sides with a point. Amrinder Singh denied PN Noufal, Akash Mishra hit the woodwork, and Mohammed Sanan narrowly missed. The result followed Kerala’s 4-1 loss and Mumbai’s 1-1 draw.