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How do Indians use ChatGPT? | Number Theory

India is one of ChatGPT’s largest markets, and OpenAI’s report provides data on how Indians use the chatbot for work and how those patterns have changed. Released October 26, it covers 165 work activities across 100 countries from July 2024 to September 2026. ChatGPT was the first widely adopted LLM-powered chatbot, with rival products following.

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Numerology Horoscope Today: Predictions for October 29, 2026

Today’s numerology forecasts stress restraint, focus and connection: use confidence creatively, avoid assumptions, finish a lingering task and meet pressure steadily. At home, soften words and let disagreements cool; seek restorative company, step back from draining friendships, help without overcommitting, and avoid forcing opinions. Each forecast pairs advice with lucky numbers, colors and planetary influences.

While Netanyahu’s government is considered the most Right-wing in the history of Israel, his chief opponent, Eisenkot, is just as much of a hardliner on Palestine and vowed to end Hamas rule in Gaza within 18 months. (AFP)

Historic showing for Arab parties in Israel

Palestinian citizens of Israel consolidated as a voting bloc that could decide power if neither Netanyahu’s nor Eisenkot’s camp reaches 61 seats. Both camps reject partnership, despite Yair Golan’s appeal to oust Netanyahu with Arab support. Ra’am joined a coalition in 2021, but its collapse and leaders’ hardline policies leave Gaza restraint a potential gain.

The legislative council polls gave crucial context to the ballots vs EVMs debate and underlined the need for a new one — whether legislative councils serve any long-term national purpose at all. (ANI)

MLC polls raise key questions

Legislative council results across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka and Maharashtra reveal competitive politics, though they cannot predict election trends: the BJP and Samajwadi Party split gains in UP, Jan Suraaj’s Bihar win signals an opening amid uncertainty, Congress lost in Karnataka, and Maharashtra remained contested. Chaotic paper-ballot counting revived debate over whether councils serve a national purpose.

Bhumi Pednekkar, Akshay Kumar

Exclusive | Bhumi Pednekkar reunites with Akshay Kumar in Priyadarshan's next film

Bhumi Satish Pednekkar has been signed as the leading lady in filmmaker Priyadarshan’s upcoming film with Akshay Kumar, the director confirmed to HT City, bringing the actors together four years after their 2022 film *Raksha Bandhan*. Their reunion was announced days earlier. Praised for *Daldal*, Bhumi recently toured temples during a spiritual pilgrimage across India.

The first interaction between a complainant and the police can determine whether a person feels empowered to seek justice or retreats into silence. A sensitive response can prevent further harm. (HT Archive)

On-ground protection fails if police remains inacessible

India’s criminal code can protect women and children only if police deliver accessible, timely, compassionate justice, backed by training and rehabilitation. Bihar’s AAWAZ DO initiative reports rescuing over 300 girls from trafficking and assisting more than 800 women facing abuse and online exploitation. Success requires coordination among institutions, families and communities, and lasting public trust.

Sai Pallavi at the Los Angeles premiere of Ramayana at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles on October 27, 2026. (Photo by VALERIE MACON / AFP)

Sai Pallavi says she wants a life partner who is not self-centered and knows how to cook

Sai Pallavi said she wants a kind, introspective, accountable partner who owns mistakes and, ideally, can cook, sharing her views on *Kaun Banega Crorepati 18* with *Ramayana* co-stars Ranbir Kapoor and Ravie Dubey. She called acting God’s plan and described accepting Sita as a spiritual learning experience. Nitesh Tiwari’s two-part epic opens November 5, 2026.

As the national capital addresses the demands of a growing metropolis, the challenge is to ensure that investment, institutional capacity and technology translate into reliable public services. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)

Delhi’s future planning must involve efficient partnerships

Delhi’s interconnected urban challenges demand reliable services, and public-private partnerships (PPPs) can help only when delivering public benefits under strong governance. Projects require feasibility and demand assessments, fair risk-sharing, transparent procurement, measurable standards and sustained oversight. Integrated planning must guide choices, reflecting PM Gati Shakti’s coordination principle and the Kelkar Committee’s call for rational risk allocation.

Aakhri Ride makers Yashoda Parthasarthy and Vijesh Rajan spoke about starting their careers with Anurag Kashyap.

Anurag Kashyap made Gangs of Wasseypur sets feel like a playground: Aakhiri Ride makers

Filmmakers Yashoda Parthasarthy and Vijesh Rajan credit Anurag Kashyap with shaping their cinema through creative freedom, collaboration and openness, saying they owe their careers to him. Their short film *Aakhri Ride*, presented by Kashyap and Vasan Bala, follows a Mumbai ride-share driver through a desperate night, drawing on drivers’ real struggles and starring Chandan Roy, with Faisal Malik.

Better early-warning systems, timely sharing of data, and joint rescue exercises help save lives and reduce damage from natural disasters. (AFP)

New frontiers for India, Nepal to work together

Nepal and India should turn BIMSTEC dialogue into practical cooperation against drug trafficking, cybercrime and extremism, while strengthening disaster readiness and trade, Nepal’s home affairs minister Sudhan Gurung argues. He urges faster intelligence-sharing, coordinated investigations, addiction treatment, joint early-warning systems and mutual recognition of product standards. Shared communities and an open border make cooperation essential.

Two people were stabbed at Pleasant Grove High School in Elk Grove, and two suspects were detained.

Two suspects detained after stabbing at Pleasant Grove High School in California's Elk Grove

Two people were stabbed at Pleasant Grove High School in Elk Grove, California, Wednesday, October 28, and taken to hospital, police said. Two suspects are detained, one believed to have stabbed both victims. Officers responded around 4:20 p.m.; lockdowns were lifted after dismissal. Authorities have not identified those involved or revealed a motive; the investigation continues.

David Walliams has been dropped from the upcoming film “The Road to Nevermore".

David Walliams dealing misconduct allegations, dropped from upcoming movie: Report

David Walliams has been dropped from upcoming film *The Road to Nevermore* after allegations of misconduct toward junior HarperCollins employees, TMZ reports; production is in its early stages, and he was only preliminarily listed. The move follows HarperCollins ending future publishing plans and YMU’s reported withdrawal of representation. Walliams denies wrongdoing and says he was not informed of the allegations.

Emergency response triggered at US Department of Energy industrial complex near Aiken, South Carolina after ‘radiological release’

Emergency response triggered at US Department of Energy industrial complex near Aiken, SC

An unfiltered, ground-level radiological release at the Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site prompted a site area emergency Wednesday evening, but officials said it posed no danger beyond the site and found no contamination outside its boundaries. Reported at 5:39 p.m., the release followed a fire in a room at Savannah River National Laboratory, which was extinguished.

The UN voted to condemn the US embargo on Cuba, but support fell as Washington persuaded more countries to abstain or oppose it. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)

UN condemns US sanctions on Cuba as 17 countries vote against resolution

The UN General Assembly condemned the US embargo on Cuba for a 34th year, but support fell to 130 votes, with 17 opposed and 25 abstaining, after Washington pressed countries to change position. The nonbinding resolution cannot end restrictions; only Congress can lift them. Cuba faces shortages and power cuts under sanctions imposed in 1960.

Carl Jung on symbolic rebirth: Why personal transformation can feel like an ending

Carl Jung on symbolic rebirth: Why personal transformation can feel like an ending

Jungian symbolic rebirth frames life changes as shifts in identity, not literal renewal, offering ways to reconsider roles and beliefs that no longer fit. A 2026 paper by Merab Kintsurashvili in the Journal of Analytical Psychology examines this idea through a businessman’s marital crisis, interpreting his dreams alongside Egyptian solar mythology; dreams aren’t fixed predictions.

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Funnel cloud spotted near Cannon Falls amid tornado warned storm in 20 Minnesota counties

The National Weather Service confirmed a funnel cloud near Cannon Falls, Minnesota, in Goodhue County, as a tornado-warned storm triggered alerts for 21 Minnesota counties and nine Wisconsin counties until 9 p.m. CT. Storm chaser Tanner Charles posted footage of the rotation northeast of Randolph, and a Goodhue County resident shared images showing storm damage.

Let's read what Nadis are and why they are important in yoga.

Sadhguru on Spirituality: What are Nadis and why are they important in yoga?

Sadhguru explains Ida, Pingala and Sushumna as yoga’s three fundamental nadis, subtle pathways associated with life energy, balance and spiritual growth. Ida and Pingala symbolize intuitive and logical qualities, while Sushumna represents inner stability. These are spiritual concepts, not established anatomy; yogic teachings connect nadis with chakras and describe 72,000 pathways, offering ideas for spiritual reflection.

Panchang today

Panchang Today, October 29, 2026: Krishna Chaturthi under Rohini Nakshatra

October 29, 2026, Panchang guidance in New Delhi favors measured planning, patient communication and considered decisions, while advising against discretionary new beginnings during Rahu Kaal (1:28–2:51 p.m.). Abhijit Muhurta (11:42 a.m.–12:27 p.m.) may suit work if ready. The reading combines Guruvar, Krishna Chaturthi, Rohini and the Moon’s Taurus-to-Gemini transition, offering a traditional framework, not a prediction.

Pisces Horoscope

Pisces Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Pisces should take one manageable step early, communicate clearly, and protect time to recharge, rather than waiting for organization or accepting every invitation. Friendly conversations, concise work initiatives, and careful spending can help, while home life may call for both connection and privacy. With Saturn retrograde in Pisces and planetary influences noted, prioritize sustainable routines.

Aquarius Horoscope

Aquarius Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Aquarius may face home and work demands today; listen carefully to family, clarify needs and keep plans flexible. Compare household purchases by usefulness and cost, while setting work or study priorities. In relationships, state your need for space warmly and maintain routines. The Moon shifts from Taurus’s domestic focus to Gemini’s learning and recreation.

Capricorn Horoscope

Capricorn Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Capricorn should give ideas a fair hearing without demanding immediate results, while keeping expectations, spending and commitments realistic. Review messages, explain suggestions clearly, and seek missing information before decisions; in relationships, discuss plans openly and let actions build trust. Practical routines and preparations can ease the day, as astrological influences favor patience and repeated effort.

Sagittarius Horoscope

Sagittarius Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Sagittarius should prioritize practical work over appearances, tackling problems step by step and keeping communication factual. Check revised instructions, document responsibilities, and calculate repayment terms before borrowing or offering financial help. Evening conversations clarify partnerships when questions are direct and expectations flexible. Consistent meals, movement, and rest support steadiness; patience and judgment guide the day.

A Spanish trade union has called for Transport Minister Oscar Puente’s resignation after a deadly train crash.

Rescue operation continues after Spain train crash as some call for minister to step down

At least 68 died and dozens were injured after a Renfe train struck a stationary Iryo train near Urda, Toledo, with crews searching wreckage. Puente cited computer failure and an “inexplicable” decision to resume trains without speed limits. Sanchez pledged an inquiry; services were suspended as Spain confronts its second rail disaster in a year.

Scorpio Horoscope

Scorpio Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Scorpio’s day favors cooperative conversations, but keep expectations flexible and wait for clear responses before making plans or financial commitments. Ask questions, confirm responsibilities and paperwork, and avoid treating silence as rejection. Work and study benefit from preparation and guidance; relationships improve through pacing. As evening brings sensitivity, seek quiet, maintain routines, and avoid overthinking.

Libra Horoscope

Libra Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Libra should pace calmly, verify details, and avoid turning delays or blunt exchanges into problems. Review messages, clarify work expectations, and keep finances conservative, researching speculative offers before committing. In relationships, discuss concerns without reviving old grievances; singles can reconsider familiar connections. Regular meals, gentle movement, and an evening routine support wellbeing; retrograde Mercury and Venus favor reflection.

Virgo Horoscope

Virgo Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Virgos should turn useful advice into one practical step today, without letting it redirect the day or extend evening preparation into another work session. Learning, conversations and family time can offer perspective, while expectations support relationships and spending. At work, seek guidance and review commitments; routine care and rest matter. The day favors progress, not overextension.

Leo Horoscope

Leo Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Leo should focus on responsibilities without expecting immediate recognition, checking details before accepting work, spending, or treating inquiries as confirmed. Clear communication, budgeting, and a pause after work can prevent strain; relationships benefit from listening and avoiding assumptions, while evening conversations may bring perspective. The forecast links this advice to retrograde influences and obligations.

Cancer Horoscope

Cancer Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Cancer should welcome helpful company and ideas today, while setting limits on commitments and preserving energy for a quiet evening. Conversations may offer information, but avoid assuming financial benefits; review expenses and plans carefully. At work, prepare before seeking advice, and in relationships communicate hosting needs kindly. The Moon emphasizes social ties before evening rest.

Gemini Horoscope

Gemini Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Gemini should leave breathing room between commitments today, as fatigue, privacy needs and incidental expenses favor a quieter pace, while clearer self-direction may emerge at night. Check travel details, adjust schedules, track spending and avoid rushed work or purchases; gentle routines and clear communication can support relationships, studies and health. The forecast cites planetary movements.

Taurus Horoscope

Taurus Horoscope Today, October 29, 2026

Taurus natives may enjoy family plans today, but should choose comfortable arrangements and set warm limits rather than please everyone. Clear communication supports relationships, while preparation, prioritizing tasks and correcting practical obstacles strengthen work. Finances favor measured spending and completing pending payments; screen breaks and quiet time can preserve energy. The forecast cites lunar shifts.