IT firm ConnectWise hit by China-linked hackers in global attack, says Microsoft

Microsoft said a China-aligned hacking group used an AI-driven penetration-testing tool to breach ConnectWise and target hundreds of organizations worldwide. Tracked as Storm-0940, the group gained persistent privileged cloud access at multiple victims. ConnectWise is restoring services but warns customer tenants need separate reviews; the attackers used open-source ARTEX, which automates testing with AI models.

Iran's IRGC claims 4 ships set ablaze, 3 struck by mines in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s IRGC Navy claimed it struck four oil ships in the northern Persian Gulf and said three others hit mines in the Strait of Hormuz, warning confrontation could spread to US bases. The claim comes as Donald Trump says Washington is not negotiating and “something” will happen soon, amid reported US-Israeli strike plans and tensions.

From Jail to DSP: How Jainendra Kumar Nigam overcame adversity to secure 12th rank in MPPSC exam

Jainendra Kumar Nigam earned 12th rank in Madhya Pradesh’s Public Service Commission examination, fulfilling his dream of becoming a Deputy Superintendent of Police after taking an exam in handcuffs and writing papers while ill with malaria and typhoid. Inspired by his father’s failed civil-service attempts, he persevered through jail and family disputes, resuming self-study after release in 2021.

An ordinary drive turned into a nightmare for this family. Their dashcam became a crucial witness

Dashcam footage shows a wrong-way SUV striking a colleague’s Kia Sonet in Delhi-NCR, injuring her family. The driver allegedly abused and assaulted her; an FIR is registered, and allegations remain under investigation. The recording clarifies the collision, showing how cameras preserve evidence and counter disputed accounts, though footage alone cannot determine liability. The article urges reliable dashcam use amid road aggression and gender bias.

Chinmayi says she was stand-in for Shreya Ghoshal; learnt Jodi Jodi last minute before performance

Chinmayi clarified she was a last-minute stand-in for Jodi Jodi at Ramayana’s Chennai audio launch, where fans praised her rendition of the wedding song originally sung by Shreya Ghoshal and composed by AR Rahman. She said she learned it shortly before performing and thanked Rahman for the opportunity. Based on Valmiki’s epic, Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari.

Detox drinks cannot undo years of drinking, surgeon suggests ways to support liver recovery

Early alcohol-related fatty liver can fully recover if drinking stops, but continued use may trigger hepatitis and eventually irreversible cirrhosis as inflammation replaces healthy tissue with scar tissue. Experts warn detox drinks and cleansing diets cannot repair damage; some herbal products may harm the liver. Recovery relies on abstinence, balanced nutrition, health-risk management, and medical support for dependence.

Meghalaya’s hills hum with hidden world of bees key to honey economy, crop pollination, conservation

Meghalaya is expanding honey infrastructure and considering a Bee Museum to take organic honey global, while researchers and communities warn that lasting growth depends on protecting pollinators that sustain farms and forests. A ₹1.52-crore centre will process, test and market honey; studies document rich bee diversity, while traditional beekeeping connects pollination, agriculture and rural livelihoods.

Step inside Malavika Mohanan's stunning Kerala-style home in Mumbai with vibrant Athangudi tiles

Malavika Mohanan’s Mumbai apartment pairs striking red Athangudi-inspired flooring with South Indian heritage and contemporary style, showcased in an Architectural Digest India tour. Traditional details include a Tanjore painting, Kerala-inspired temple, and family brass lamp; bedrooms feature personal photographs and blue-and-white floors, while three balconies provide greenery and lounging space. The home reflects the actor’s cultural pride.

The Paradise OTT release: 24 minutes cut from Nani's film, Sonali Kulkarni’s dance scene removed

Nani’s *The Paradise* began streaming on Netflix October 22 in five languages with 4K Dolby Vision, as a revised 2-hour-30-minute cut, 24 minutes shorter than the theatrical version. It removes a criticised dance sequence, improves visual effects and slows end credits. The Telugu action drama faced mixed reactions over its lengthy second half, violence and creative choices.

Keralam to form panel with trade union representatives to examine labour codes

Keralam will form a special committee, including seven trade-union representatives, to examine the new labour codes and recommend state rules within 10 days, with implementation decisions pending stakeholder and legal review. Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan said the government would seek to protect workers and share draft recommendations with unions. The Union’s codes took effect in November 2025.

LuLu leases hypermarket space at Greater Noida Mall for 15 years at nearly ₹51 crore

LuLu International Shopping Malls has leased 62,035 sq ft at I-Thums Galleria, Greater Noida, for 15 years, with rent nearing ₹51 crore, documents show. Initial monthly rent is ₹26.41 lakh, plus ₹12.11 lakh in maintenance charges; handover is scheduled by March 2026. The UAE-based retailer’s deal supports its ₹2,500-crore plan for 25 Delhi-NCR outlets by 2030.

Tesla logs surge in European monthly sales

Tesla registrations across Europe jumped 72.5% year over year to 68,776 in September, accelerating from August’s 4% gain as the automaker continued winning buyers despite intensifying Chinese competition. BYD registrations nearly doubled, while Volkswagen and Renault slipped. The increase coincided with broader electric-vehicle growth and Tesla’s efforts to secure EU approval for its driver-assistance system.

‘Protests achieve nothing’: Amit Shah takes dig at Rahul Gandhi, says Congress won't win polls

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said protests over “vote chori” allegations would achieve nothing, urging Congress and AAP to prioritize public welfare as he launched 33 Delhi Jal Board projects worth ₹8,941 crore. He accused them of challenging the people’s mandate, blamed successive governments for Yamuna pollution, and promised a clean river by May 2029.

Exclusive | Delhi Police denies permission for Diljit Dosanjh's October 30 Delhi concert

Diljit Dosanjh’s October 30 Delhi concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium has been denied security permission, disappointing fans who booked tickets for his Aura India Tour. In a letter to BookMyShow, Delhi Police cited specific threat-related inputs and heavy festive-season security and law-and-order commitments. The decision followed the organizer’s application, submitted on October 14, 2026.

Tiger Shroff firing suspect left Bihar 2 yrs ago, worked as cook, bike-taxi driver: Cops

Police say Hrithik Kumar, 22, rode the bike in Sunday’s shooting at Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, where an accomplice allegedly fired; Shroff escaped unhurt, while two others were injured. Arrested in Kota later, Kumar had left Bihar for catering work in Delhi before moving to Mumbai, where he worked as a cook and app-based driver.

US visa wait times for Indians rise; Mumbai, Delhi see longest visitor visa appointment delays

US visitor-visa applicants face the longest appointment wait in Mumbai, at 12 months, followed by New Delhi (11), Hyderabad (10.5), Kolkata (8.5) and Chennai (7.5), the State Department’s latest tracker shows. Student/exchange waits range from one month in Hyderabad to four in Mumbai; petition-based waits peak at 6.5 months. They do not guarantee appointment timing.

Mumbai influencer moves court seeking custody of ‘blue drum’ murder convict’s 10-month-old daughter

Mumbai influencer Ansari petitioned a Meerut court to support Mannat, 10-month-old daughter of convicted murderer Muskan Rastogi, after her grandmother reportedly refused care. Officials say law and the mother’s wishes govern any decision; the filing alone grants no custody rights. The pair received death sentences for Rajput’s murder and hiding his body in a blue drum.

Amazon employee accuses senior executive of raping her on NYC business trip, files lawsuit

Amazon employee Laura Danbom sued, alleging a senior executive raped her on a 2023 New York work trip and Amazon mishandled its investigation, silenced her, and expected her to work with him. She reported the assault to police and HR; Amazon called her account unfounded but says it investigates allegations. She seeks damages under Washington law.

Top archer Sheetal Devi wins two gold medals for India at Asian Para Games

India’s Sheetal Devi won her second gold of the day at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games, defeating Singapore’s Nur Syahidah Alim 142-139 in Thursday’s compound final at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park. Earlier, the 19-year-old partnered Toman Kumar to beat Indonesia’s Teodara Audi Ayudia and Ken Swagumilang 151-148 in the mixed team event, earning her first gold.

Yogi congratulates Swati Chaudhary on Asian Para Games archery silver

Yogi Adityanath congratulated Uttar Pradesh archer Swati Chaudhary after she won silver in the women’s W1 event at Asian Para Games 2026, calling her historic achievement an inspiration for young people nationwide and expressing state pride. Uttar Pradesh supports athletes through district Khelo India centres, sports colleges, rewards and jobs, under its 2023 sports policy.

‘Just pictures of Indian flag': Raihan Vadra questions removal of photos from Delhi exhibition

Artist Raihan Vadra accused Bikaner House of removing 70 photographs documenting Delhi protests hours before his solo exhibition opened on Thursday, including an Indian-flag image, after officials deemed them political. He said officials made no written request and condemned the decision, arguing political expression belongs in art; the photographs represented three years of work.

Millennials’ success deserves a toast (not the avocado sort)

Millennials have rebounded from a brutal start, now earning more than generations did, gaining ground on homeownership and shaping technology and culture. Their rise reflects tech-sector wealth, pandemic-era management vacancies and digital platforms reviving their youth’s hits, as well as normal aging and nostalgia cycles. Their experience offers optimism for younger workers facing AI disruption.

Three months too short to submit stampede probe report, will strive to meet deadline: SIT head

Justice Anindita Roy Saraswati, leading the six-member team probing Kolkata’s Durga Puja stampede, says the state’s three-month reporting deadline is short but investigators will try to meet it. The October 17 crush at Chorbagan killed 19 and injured 25. Court-backed, the team will examine evidence, crowd capacity and emergency response, and recommend safeguards for future events.

Gold smuggling syndicate busted at Mumbai airport, gold worth ₹3.47 crore seized; five nabbed

DRI arrested five alleged members of a gold-smuggling syndicate at Mumbai airport, seizing 2.317 kilograms of foreign-origin gold worth ₹3.47 crore during intelligence-led operations. In a separate case, it arrested a Zambian passenger after she expelled 11 capsules containing 190 grams of cocaine valued at ₹1 crore. Investigations continue into both networks and their links.

53-yr-old man unloading cargo in Mumbai dies as passing bus hits parked tempo door

A 53-year-old worker, Farid Ahmad Shaikh, died after a BEST-contracted bus struck his parked tempo’s door in Mumbai’s Majas area, sending it back into him, police said. The October 21 crash occurred as he unloaded chickens near PMG Colony. The driver stopped after passengers alerted him; police booked him for negligent, rash and dangerous driving.

Why Under-Construction Home Buyers Should Understand Partial Disbursement Before Signing

Under-construction home loans are disbursed in stages as building progresses, with borrowers paying pre-EMI interest only on released funds; full EMIs begin after disbursement is complete. This can reduce early outflows, but payments rise as lenders verify milestones and release further tranches, often over 12–36 months. Ready-home loans, by contrast, are generally paid in one transfer.

Jodhpur-Hyderabad train halted for 2 hrs in Maharashtra over youth 'assault'; RPF denies charge

Passengers halted the Bhagat Ki Kothi-Kacheguda Express at Hingoli for over two hours Thursday, alleging RPF personnel assaulted a teenager and mistreated women travelling with him; police assurances of an investigation ended the protest. RPF denied assault, saying staff challenged ticketless passengers filming in a crowded coach. The group had boarded at Akola after Nagpur’s Dussehra celebration.

Sit-ins, mass cease-work mark 3rd day of protest amid Manipur ethnic violence spike

Hundreds held sit-ins Thursday in Manipur during a cease-work protest demanding justice for three Meitei farmers killed in an ambush. Shutdowns and clashes followed, as demonstrators blocked a highway and refused to accept the victims’ bodies until those responsible are arrested. Renewed violence killed a Kuki man and burned homes. The ethnic conflict has killed 360 people since May 2023.

BJP launches 15-day campaign to counter opposition’s SIR protests in Bihar

BJP launched a 15-day campaign Thursday, “Save Democracy, Remove Mobocracy,” to defend electoral processes and counter opposition allegations over voter-roll revisions and demands for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Through rallies, dialogues, civil-society outreach and social media, it will argue the exercise protects voting rights; the opposition says deletions threaten voter inclusion and confidence.

Roche posts higher sales on growth scross pharma, diagnostics units

Roche’s third-quarter sales climbed to 16.13 billion Swiss francs, up 7% excluding currency effects and above forecasts, as pharmaceuticals and diagnostics grew. Demand for Ocrevus, Hemlibra and Vabysmo drove pharma gains, while lab and pathology systems offset China pricing pressure. Roche reaffirmed its annual outlook, with a breast-cancer pill launch and multiple-sclerosis pill approval approaching.