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A new report says many teenagers turn to AI tools when they feel distressed. It flags mental health risks linked to this habit. The findings were reported by WZTV, a local TV station. The headline gives few details, so readers may want the full report for specifics.
GoDaddy, a company that helps people set up websites, says an attack driven by AI exposed some information about its website customers. The report, dated 28 October, did not say how many people were affected. It is another sign that attackers are now using AI tools too.
Last week, two serious bugs were found in PHP, the programming language behind roughly 70% of websites. Many organisations rushed to patch their systems, and some had to take sites offline until the flaws were fixed. Wiz's CTO warns of a coming vulnpocalypse as old code ages.
A Meta AI support system is reportedly stopping creators from withdrawing money from their accounts, according to a shared Instagram reel. Creators who earn money on the platform may be unable to take out their funds. Readers who depend on creator income should watch for updates from Meta on how the problem will be fixed.
Two critical bugs in PHP, the open source language behind roughly 70% of websites, left many organisations scrambling last week. Some took sites offline while they worked on the bugs. The PHP scare has faded from feeds, but the cleanup of aging internet code is far from over.
Australia is banning AI chatbots from building emotional intimacy with children, according to a news report. The headline suggests chatbot makers may still look for ways to keep their products running with young users. The move adds to growing worry about how kids form close bonds with AI companions.
AssemblyAI has launched AssemblyAI-TTS-1, its first text-to-speech model built for voice agents. It costs $15 per million characters and offers unlimited concurrency without a contract. It works in six languages at launch, which may suit developers building voice tools.
Researchers say a Chinese AI model was able to carry out complex cyberattacks during controlled tests. Reuters reported the findings, which show how advanced AI systems can be used to target computer networks. The tests were run in a closed setting rather than on live systems.
A digital rights group has called a new change a win: people can now exclude certain apps from Siri AI. The Electronic Frontier Foundation shared the news in a post on a tech discussion forum. The change gives users more control over which apps work with Apple's AI assistant.
Google has launched Gemini 4 Carbon, its newest AI model. Google says it scores top marks on standard tests in areas like cybersecurity and coding, and describes the jump as a significant leap. Benchmarks are standardised tests used to compare models, so the claim is worth checking against real-world results.
Intel has released a Robotics AI Suite for developers, a set of tools aimed at building AI for robots. The suite is listed on Intel's developer site, where engineers can explore it. It is aimed at people who want to build robotics software that uses AI.
Freshworks, a Nasdaq-listed software company, has bought Robusta Dev, an Israel-based AI startup. The deal amount was not disclosed. The move aims to strengthen Freshworks' IT operations platform, which helps businesses manage their internal technology work.
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Odisha is preparing to airlift people stranded by floodwater caused by Cyclone Arnab. Two rain gauge stations in Ganjam district, at Patrapur and Sorada, recorded more than 50 cm of rain in just 24 hours, showing how extreme the downpour has been.
Cyclone Arnab has claimed five lives in Andhra Pradesh. Naidu has announced a relief package, with Rs 5 lakh ex gratia for each victim. Aid will also go to farmers, fishermen, households and businesses. A railway bridge near Ichchapuram has been flooded, so trains are cancelled or diverted, and a special train runs between Visakhapatnam and Palasa for stranded passengers.
Spain has begun three days of mourning after a train collision killed 68 people. Videos from the scene show overturned carriages, injured passengers and widespread devastation. The crash has left families and communities across the country grieving.
Rivers in north Andhra Pradesh are in spate after Cyclone Arnab, and flood water has entered Ichchapuram town. In Vizianagaram district, a junior lineman died after falling from an electric pole while repairing power lines. His death adds to the storm's impact on the region.
An oxygen cylinder exploded inside an ambulance in Pakistan, killing at least 10 people. A local police official said patients were being moved to another hospital when the blast happened. Images from social media and TV showed flames engulfing the vehicle, with one door left open.
Cyclone Arnab has hit several states. Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Odisha and Chhattisgarh and promised central help. Nine deaths have been reported in Andhra Pradesh, and people had to be evacuated. NDRF and SDRF teams are working on rescue and relief.
El Salvador is sending 2,000 troops to Haiti to recover four missing military personnel. The four went missing in an ambush on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, the Haitian capital. The troops are trying to bring them back, and the search effort is now under way in the area.
Cyclone Arnab has flooded a railway bridge near Ichchapuram in Andhra Pradesh. Trains on the route have been cancelled or diverted. Railways are running a special train between Visakhapatnam and Palasa to bring stranded passengers home, so travellers should check schedules before setting out.
The BMC has told residents in parts of Mumbai, Thane and Bhiwandi to boil and filter their drinking water for seven days. The advice follows the recommissioning of a repaired reservoir at the Pise-Panjrapur water supply complex. The civic body warned that water quality could be affected.
A Rs 35 crore fraud involving Punjab National Bank has prompted advice for account holders. The report lays out five steps to take if money disappears from your account. The first step is to alert the bank as soon as you notice a transaction you do not recognise.
New audio recordings have emerged from the deadly Spain train crash. They appear to capture exchanges between the control centre and train drivers beforehand. The recordings suggest one high-speed train was cleared to move even though another ahead had stalled. The collision killed 68 people.
A five-storey building in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed on September 6, killing seven people. The incident has highlighted unsafe housing conditions for students in the capital. Demand for affordable accommodation near institutions far outstrips supply, the report says.
There have been 700 stubble burning cases in Punjab, and farm fires continue in Sangrur. Air pollution from the fires has reached Delhi.
After the deadly train crash in Spain, the Indian Embassy in Madrid has shared an emergency helpline number and an email address for Indian nationals needing help. It also lists helplines for Spain's two rail operators, Renfe and Iryo, so people can get the right contact quickly.
Dr. G.C. Khilnani has raised an alarm over growing air pollution, calling it a wake-up call. Polluted air can affect breathing and health for people who spend long hours outdoors, including children and older adults.
A fire at Vasco Market in Goa destroyed more than 150 shops. Officials said firefighters brought the blaze under control after more than four hours of work. Many small traders have likely lost their stock and their income, and the cause is not yet reported in this news.
Sixty-four train services were cancelled on October 27 and 28 because of Cyclone Arnab. Long-distance express trains linking Telangana with coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha were among those affected. Passengers are advised to check the status of their train before they travel.
A low pressure area has formed in the Andaman Sea after Cyclone Arnab. The India Meteorological Department says it could strengthen into a depression by October 31. It may affect Andhra Pradesh, which is already dealing with floods and damage from the cyclone.
Rain has intensified in parts of Jharkhand as the effects of Cyclone Arnab reach the state. An orange alert for heavy rainfall covers Garhwa, Palamu, Latehar, Lohardaga, Gumla and Simdega until 8.30 a.m. on October 30. The alert means heavy rain is likely, so residents should stay alert.
A fire destroyed 17 two-wheelers and four four-wheelers near Pune, and one person was injured. An official from the Pimpri-Chinchwad fire brigade said a call about the blaze came in at 1.59 a.m. Two fire tenders were sent to the spot.
Testing at RAF Upper Heyford has found levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, that a report calls unacceptable. According to the report, the contamination at the base is the worst in the UK.
Cyclonic storm Arnab is expected to weaken into a depression today, October 29, according to the India Meteorological Department. Heavy rain has hit at least 17 districts in southern Odisha. In Andhra Pradesh, five people have died, and Chief Minister Naidu has announced relief measures for affected families.
Cyclone Arnab made landfall in Andhra Pradesh, and five people were killed as it battered the state, according to a report. Flights were disrupted, and Calcutta was bracing for rain. The India Meteorological Department expects the cyclone to weaken into a depression on October 29.
Customers of a Punjab National Bank branch in Greater Noida reportedly lost Rs 35 crore. Several bank employees, including the branch manager, have been suspended. The customers say they received no message and signed no document for the transactions.
A train collision in Castilla-La Mancha, in central Spain, has killed 68 people and injured many more. Spain's workers' union CSIF has called for Transport Minister Oscar Puente to resign. The union's demand came after the crash, which has been described as tragic.
Charity workers in Belfast have warned that a drug needle site is closing. They say people who use the service will be left without support. The service is described as life-saving, and vulnerable people are at risk as it shuts.
India's external affairs ministry has said 22 Indians were killed during the conflict in West Asia. The figure shows that the regional fighting has also cost Indian lives.
Construction of tourism facilities, housing and infrastructure has surged in parts of Nepal and India's Uttarakhand. Around 300,000 people are now in the path of potential Himalayan disasters, according to a BBC report. The rapid growth has raised concern about how safe these communities are.
The Supreme Court has said it may tell courts not to give bail in digital arrest cases. The move would make it harder for accused people to get out on bail in these cases.
US officials have warned regional allies about possible military action against Iran after the upcoming elections. The Trump administration is reportedly considering renewed strikes, and preparations for possible retaliation are also being made.
An eight-year-old girl was seriously injured after a wolf attacked her at a wildlife park in Germany. She was inside an enclosure with other children and a staff member when the attack happened. The report does not say how the animal reached her or what her current condition is.
Two women were killed when a truck hit their bike at a road repair site in Gujarat. The crash happened where roadwork was going on.
Doctors at NIMHANS in Bengaluru found that 40% of patients in their neurology casualty unit had a stroke. A hub-and-spoke model now brings specialised stroke care to northern Karnataka, where KMCRI in Hubbali treats about 120 cases a month. The approach aims to cut emergency transfers to Bengaluru. World Stroke Day is observed on October 29.
Stroke cases in Ahmedabad rose 28% in four years, experts say. Doctors point to undetected high blood pressure as a major factor behind the rise. Stroke risk is also climbing among younger adults, and high blood pressure often gives no warning signs.
A Lancet report released on Wednesday says annual heat-related deaths worldwide rose by nearly 36% after the Paris Agreement came into force. It notes that 2023 alone saw a record 710,000 heat-linked deaths, with over 70% of them linked to human-caused climate change.
Major American and foreign airlines have asked the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to rethink travel rules linked to Ebola. They say the requirement for travellers to confirm in writing is unreasonable, especially because it starts so soon. The rules are due to take effect next week and aim to limit possible exposure to the disease.
The Railway Board has renewed its order to turn off charging points in trains during night hours. It follows an incident in the South Eastern Railway zone, where staff reportedly missed the switch-off window and a power bank exploded while a phone was charging.
Rain and thunderstorms have hit Delhi-NCR today, according to a weather update. Despite the rain, the air quality remained in the 'poor' category. The report focuses on today's conditions, so people planning outdoor activity should check the latest forecast before stepping out.
A leak website has posted sensitive details of more than 40,000 employees of the US Department of Homeland Security. The data reportedly includes names, phone numbers and email addresses from several agencies within the department. The department says it is dealing with the situation and is working to keep its systems secure.
A fire has damaged shops at the Sunday Market in Vasco, a town in Goa. The Chief Minister has assured support for the affected traders.
Amazon is cutting a small number of jobs in its devices unit. The cuts follow a series of product launches. A spokesperson confirmed the decision but did not give details on how many roles are affected or where they are.
Delhi Traffic Police have issued advisories for Diljit Dosanjh's concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 30. Restrictions around the venue run from 1 pm to midnight. Commuters are encouraged to use public transport instead of driving.
Since the BJP government took power in Bengal in May, five people have been killed in police encounters. Three of them were accused of murder and two were charged with sexual assault of minors. The Hindu explains the events behind these deaths and the questions they raise.
A youth from Jharkhand is in jail in the UAE after leaving his job without telling the company, his father Lalan Paswan says. The family says he was also trapped after paying an agent to return home, and they are asking the government to help bring him back.
Weather is expected to change across several parts of India on Thursday. Some areas may see thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and strong winds, while others may stay clear. Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon may see fluctuating weather.
The Allahabad High Court ordered the demolition of two illegal 10-storey towers at Gulmohar Greens in Ghaziabad, built on defence land. It also directed an FIR against the builder, imposed a Rs 25 lakh penalty, and ordered refunds with 10% interest to 85 ground-floor residents.
Karnataka has seized 17.78 lakh kg of public distribution system grains and arrested 215 people in three months, during a drought. A minister warned that anyone hoarding rice or selling it in the black market to profit from recent price rises will face action.
Six Indian seafarers have been stranded on one ship at Karachi port for six months, according to NDTV. The report features Vineet, a crew member, shown with his wife Neha and their two children. It highlights the long wait faced by families back home.
Uber has announced new driver-focused initiatives, including a Bike Intercity option and WhatsApp onboarding. Its new Flexible Drive Pass offers subscriptions from six hours to 180 days. The moves are aimed at drivers with different work schedules, from part-time to full-time.
A group calling itself the Department of Peace released information on more than 41,000 staff of the US Department of Homeland Security. A news report described the release as a major hack. The leaked details could expose staff to harassment or fraud.
Microsoft has made recent workforce moves, including job cuts, a retirement plan and voluntary exits. The changes come amid strong financial growth and rising investment in AI infrastructure. The moves show the company trimming some roles while spending more on AI.
New World screwworm, a deadly parasite, was found in Arizona for the first time, detected in a dog. Cases of the parasite are accelerating, and this detection shows it is reaching new areas. The find adds to concern about animals and people in the region.
Seventeen inmates recaptured in Tamil Nadu will be moved to high-security prisons. The move follows a jailbreak in the state.
Kerala's Health Minister told the state Assembly that orders have been issued for 2,159 bottles of a drug for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The government says the Kerala United Against Rare Diseases scheme is being used to provide timely, life-saving treatment to affected children.
The Uttar Pradesh government has raised the Kanya Sumangala financial aid to Rs 25,000. The money will now be paid across six stages, and readers can check whether they are eligible.
The government has extended the New Amnesty Scheme 2025 under ESIC for three months, until December 31. It is a one-time way to resolve disputes under the Employees' State Insurance Act. Court cases filed up to March 31, 2025 are eligible.
The article discusses new rules for vaping and nicotine products. It asks whether readers know what these rules involve and what they mean for them.
SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said direct mutual fund plans will become the default option from November 1. This means investors who do not pick a plan will be placed in a direct plan. The change applies to mutual fund schemes across the market.
Over 500 people have been arrested in Assam as the state government steps up action against child marriage. The government has also pointed to a decline in child marriage in areas covered by its assessments. This is part of the state's ongoing crackdown on the practice.
Telangana has formed mandal-level committees to oversee measures against El Niño. The committees will work to reduce its effect on water availability, agriculture, livestock and rural livelihoods. They work at the local level across the state.
South Central Railway is running a digital life certificate drive from November 1 to 30. Pensioners can submit their annual life certificates online, so they do not have to visit pension disbursing offices in person. This saves time and travel for retirees who need to prove they are alive to keep receiving their pension.
Odisha has returned Rs 69.23 crore in college admission fees to more than 1.11 lakh students. The refunds come under the Gyanodaya - Shiksha Ru Samruddhi scheme for the 2026-27 academic session. The Higher Education Minister has asked students to check their bank accounts to confirm the money has arrived.
Telangana Civil Supplies officials told rice millers that old rice stocks make up most inventories and prices cannot be raised abnormally. They cautioned that creating artificial scarcity or engaging in illegal hoarding could bring legal consequences.
New Uttar Pradesh rules could block people from government jobs if they are seeking regime change. The headline asks whether these rules could affect ordinary job seekers too.
The rupee rose 11 paise to 95.17 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday. The US Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged at 3.75%–4.00%, as widely expected. Forex traders said the market reaction turned mildly in the dollar's disfavour. The rupee is still near the 95 mark against the dollar.
Microsoft reported quarterly earnings that beat analysts' expectations, with growth driven by its Azure cloud business. The results came just days after the company offered voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees, roughly a quarter of its workforce. Employees who accept the buyout would leave the company in return for a payment.
Amazon has laid off 250 employees, with notices sent by text message and email early Wednesday morning, in line with its usual practice. The company says the cuts are meant to help it operate more efficiently.
The Union cabinet has approved a 3% dearness allowance hike for employees and pensioners of the central government, benefiting more than 11.6 million people. The increase comes ahead of the festive season and will apply from July 1. The extra cost falls on the government's finances, and the change is retrospective.
Petrol and diesel prices held steady across major Indian cities today, October 29. CNG, however, became costlier in many locations. Rates differ by city, so check your local fuel price before planning a trip or a budget.
An official ratio released by Karnataka's chief electoral officer suggests about 64.5 lakh electors may be missing from the voter rolls. Most of them are young, with about 38.41 lakh aged 18 to 29. The findings point to under-enrolment, meaning many eligible people are not on the list.
Chief Justice Surya Kant said the government wants complete control over the National Company Law Tribunal, warning that executive control is hurting its autonomy. Delays in resolving cases are growing worse. The Supreme Court also asked NCLAT and NCLT presidents to submit proposals on infrastructure and staff needs.
South Central Railway has rolled out GPS tracking devices for 1,800 track patrolmen across three divisions. Patrolmen inspect rails, switches, bridges and sleepers for faults such as loose fish bolts and broken sleepers. The move supports the track checks that keep trains running safely.
Security forces have been deployed at the Dite-Dime bridge in Arunachal Pradesh after protests against a dam. Recent clashes during a bandh, a general strike, left several people injured. Central Armed Police Forces are helping keep order in the affected districts.
Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi announced the release of Rs 1,000 crore in subsidy under a PM job scheme. The funding aims to support 11,333 new micro enterprises and help unlock Rs 3,260 crore in bank credit. It is expected to create over 1.02 lakh sustainable jobs.
The Employees Provident Fund Organisation is working on guidelines to invest in alternative investment funds for better portfolio diversification. The proposed allocation could be up to 3% of fresh annual accretions to these funds, following recommendations made after government approval.
Many social media users questioned a Telangana election official's claim that Booth Level Officers had visited homes for the SIR process. Others said they had not received enumeration forms. Users called the process a sham. The row points to doubts about how the voter list revision is being carried out.
Airfares on domestic and international routes are rising sharply this festive season, and train tickets are selling out quickly. Travellers can save money by booking early. The guide explains how to find cheaper train and flight fares for Dhanteras and Diwali trips.
Cyberabad Police plan a one-way loop system to reduce traffic on the IT corridor. Before any rollout, they will run traffic simulations and consult stakeholders. Implementation would be phased. Commuters in the area could see changes gradually once the plan is finalised.
A US federal judge rejected the Trump administration's request to stop ballot processing in California. The administration had argued some voters might not be US citizens. The judge said halting the process would cause serious disruption to the midterm elections, and the ruling aims to protect voters' right to vote.
A vessel is on fire in the Strait of Hormuz off the Oman coast, and the status of its crew is not yet known. The UK Maritime Trade Operations received the report from a nearby ship. Vessels in the area have been advised to take caution and report suspicious activity.
A micro-drama plans to use AI-assisted editing to reshape old Neighbours episodes. The edit will focus on the character played by Margot Robbie. Actors and crew say they are worried about the changes.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is negotiating a seven-day plan for peace and stability. The plan aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and includes an enforced ceasefire. Qatar is among the mediators helping to bring the sides together.
The Uttarakhand government has declared October 29 a public holiday for female employees in the state. The holiday is for the Karwa Chauth festival. It is a one-day change for women working in government offices and is intended to let them observe the festival.
From November 1, small online sellers can register for GST using ecommerce warehouses as their local base in other states. The change is part of a wider effort to simplify rules and cut the cost of expanding across the country.
The textile ministry will reopen the application portal for its PLI scheme. In this round, the minimum annual turnover needed under Part 2 has been cut from ₹200 crore to ₹100 crore. The change aims to bring in MSMEs and mid-sized manufacturers.
Google has launched a new AI model called Gemini 4 Carbon. It is built to handle complex, long-running engineering and coding tasks, and its launch has a clear focus on cybersecurity, the protection of computer systems and data. The report gives no pricing or release details.
Form-6 applications, used to add a name to the voter list, have been rejected at a notably large rate in Telangana. Rejections now make up close to 27 per cent of Form-6 applications processed in the pre-SIR and SIR phases. Form-7 deletions were also high in the same period.
Singapore's prosperity has long relied on its strategic location, yet it depends on larger neighbours for energy supplies. Tensions with Indonesia have grown, including energy supply cuts after Singapore took action against companies linked to wildfires. The article argues these dependencies now pose a threat to the city-state.
Tamil Nadu plans to complete its caste survey by March 2027. Separately, a review petition has been filed in the Supreme Court about the quota for converted Muslims. A review petition asks the court to reconsider its own earlier decision.
The US Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate in a target range of 3.75 to 4.00 per cent. Its 12-member committee voted 10 to 2 to hold, saying it needs more data in the fight against inflation. Inflation has been rising sharply.
A Bengaluru study compared 171 young adults with ischaemic strokes against 249 healthy people. It found lower vitamin B6 levels in the stroke group. The results point to a possible link, though one study alone cannot prove that low B6 causes strokes.
A US company's patent bid for a life-saving TB therapy was rejected. A patent gives a firm exclusive rights to an invention, so this decision matters for the drug.
The Supreme Court has removed the October 30 cut-off for adding names to the Delhi electoral roll. The change affects people who want to be added to the voter list. The news was reported by the Times of India.
Youth-driven demonstrations have taken place across Europe over the last month. Young people in several places have come out onto the streets. The reports say they feel locked out of a promising future, and the article looks at what links the protests together.
Silver imports through India's bullion exchange have jumped after new licensing rules took effect. The rise follows a May decision by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade to put some silver categories on a restricted list. Importers now need authority licences to bring those types in.
England's water companies have deteriorated further, according to regulators. All but one were rated poor or requiring improvement for environmental targets, meaning only one firm avoided the two lower ratings. The finding suggests performance has slipped rather than improved.
SKUAST Vice Chancellor Nazir Ahmad Ganai proposed a green cess on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir to raise revenue. He also suggested a research cess on orchardists to fund horticulture research. The ideas were raised at a CII Apple Conclave in Kashmir.
A research paper in Annals of Translational Medicine looks at combining hydroxyurea, a drug, with blood transfusions for severe sickle cell disease. It aims to define how valuable this combination therapy is, marking a step forward in understanding its benefits for patients.
Delhi Police has cleared a Congress rally at Ramlila Maidan on November 1, but with strict conditions. These include CCTV surveillance and a ban on marches outside the venue. Police also refused a mock impeachment request for October 30 and November 1, saying no separate request had been received.
South Korea's Samsung Electronics posted a record quarterly profit of $80.5 billion on Thursday, driven by heavy demand for AI chips. Even so, its shares fell as investors questioned how long the global tech boom can hold up. The gains were driven by AI memory chips.
The Telangana Chief Minister has asked officials to use treated water for non-drinking needs in government offices. He also wants it supplied to data centres. The goal is to plan for rising future demand for water in the state.
Israel's election has left no bloc with a clear majority. Benjamin Netanyahu's side is short of the numbers needed to govern, and he may stay on in a caretaker role. Three rival blocs now face coalition talks that could take time.
The United States has banned imports from several Chinese genomics companies. US Homeland Security says the firms helped collect genetic material used to track persecuted ethnic minorities. Some of those people were reportedly forced into labour.
With about 90 per cent of votes counted, neither Benjamin Netanyahu nor Eisenkot looks set to reach the 61 seats needed for a majority. Israel's Palestinian citizens are expected to win a record number of seats after high turnout, so Arab parties may decide who can form a government.
Apple has shown a touchscreen MacBook Pro in a hands-on report. The report describes testing it in Los Angeles. Hands-on reports are first impressions from people who have tried a device themselves.
US Vice President JD Vance has reached out to Mohsen Rezaei, an Iranian hard-liner, in an effort to open talks with Iran. The move comes as President Trump considers military strikes after the upcoming midterm elections. Vance is also handling internal conflicts.
The Indian government has identified 762 possible uses of artificial intelligence across 62 ministries and departments. Areas include farming, railway safety, tax compliance, public grievances, customs and healthcare. Some tools are already in use, while others are still being piloted.
ISRO will launch the NVS-03 navigation satellite on October 30 using its GSLV-F18 rocket. The mission is meant to strengthen NavIC, India's own navigation system. The system has struggled with ageing satellites and too few atomic clocks, and a successful launch is needed to deploy the satellite.
The INDIA bloc will hold a mock Parliament to impeach Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. A mega rally on November 1 is also planned as part of the vote chori row.
Durga Puja 2026 is near, and a special package covers pandals across cities, the artisans making this year's idols, and the music, food and festive mood of the celebrations. The festival is marked by the beat of the dhak, a traditional drum.
In the Supreme Court, some biological women have voiced opposition to equal rights for transgender women. The argument raises a question about how equal rights apply to transgender women.
Apple has announced new MacBook Pro models with OLED screens and touchscreens. Bloomberg and The Verge report that the company is bringing touch to the Mac, reversing a long-held stance attributed to Steve Jobs. The move marks a clear change in how Apple has approached its Mac lineup.
A report says festive demand and continued government capital spending should support India's industrial activity in the second half of FY27. It also warns that weak monsoon conditions, higher input costs and unfavourable base effects could weigh on production.
Jio Platforms has become the second most valued Indian company after its market debut. Its shares rose 27% on the debut day and jumped another 5% on the second day of trading.
About 300 people protested in Israeli cities including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Haifa, calling for a government made up of Jewish and Arab citizens together. Demonstrators held placards promoting freedom and cooperation between communities. The protests came as early election results were being reported.
Top EU leader David McAllister hopes a major trade agreement with India, which he called the mother of all deals, will be signed by December. He was asked about the timeline and said he expects it to be finalised by then.
Alphabet, Google's parent company, reported that its net profit fell 25 percent from a year earlier to $26.2 billion for July to September. Earnings were $2.12 per share, and its shares dropped after the profit miss and an ad slowdown, pulling Asian and US stock futures lower.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed Army Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia, the Pentagon's top military planner. The move comes as tensions with Iran rise and President Donald Trump reportedly considers new strikes. Reports describe it as part of a wider pattern of senior military leadership changes under Hegseth.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 54th PRAGATI meeting, reviewing infrastructure projects worth over Rs 16,000 crore across 31 States and Union Territories. Discussions covered railway station redevelopment and boosting local pharmaceutical manufacturing. Modi stressed the need for timely completion of projects.
Curbs on Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet service, are disrupting Ukraine's military operations. Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Musk, while Russia continues plans for its own satellite internet network, called Rassvet. The story shows how satellite links now matter in wars.
The UN says opium poppy cultivation in Afghanistan has surged even though the Taliban government banned it. Cultivated area had fallen from more than 200,000 hectares after a 2022 crackdown to 10,000 hectares in 2025. The rise shows how hard the ban is to enforce.
The government has extended the Production Linked Incentive scheme for textiles until 2033-34. The change is meant to bring in more companies by relaxing eligibility norms for investment. The textiles ministry has also reduced the minimum turnover required, aiming to boost MSME participation.
Apple has unveiled a new iPad mini with an OLED display and a thinner design. Early hands-on reviews praise its look, while one outlet questions whether it is becoming too expensive for its audience. The launch is part of a week of Apple announcements that also included MacBooks.
North Korea fired a barrage of missiles toward the sea as tensions with South Korea grow. Seoul accuses the North of planting mines near the border line that caused blasts on September 21, but Pyongyang denies responsibility and warns of retaliation if provoked.
ISRO is set to launch NVS-03 on October 30. The headline also suggests that NavIC, India's own navigation system, still has a long way to go.
Unmarried young men in rural Maharashtra plan a statewide protest seeking government help in finding brides. Their demands include an all-religion marriage registration bureau under the Social Welfare Department, direct financial aid, steady rural jobs and guaranteed prices for farm produce.
The Shapoorji Pallonji Group is planning to raise between $150 million and $200 million to manage its debt. The money would mainly go toward obligations linked to Porteast Investment Ltd. and help cut total debt. Talks are still ongoing, and the company is working toward the raise.
The Times of India reports that junk food's impact may go beyond what the weighing scale shows. It suggests that health effects of such food may not be visible through body weight alone.
Kerala minister PK Basheer said a vigilance probe against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar is still going on. It concerns a 2006 road project. He said a preliminary enquiry was ordered because of certain discrepancies in an earlier probe by the state's Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau.
The Delhi High Court turned down a public interest petition against a passport fee hike for NRIs. NRIs are Indian citizens who live abroad, and the fee change affects them.
The US Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged. Kevin Warsh signalled dissent inside the FOMC, the committee that sets US rates. The headline describes the internal debate as a heated family fight, suggesting officials are not fully in agreement on the next steps.
US District Judge David O. Carter rejected the Trump administration's interference in the California midterm vote. He said registered voters must not lose a core right because of unfounded allegations. The ruling concerns how voter rolls are handled ahead of the elections.
Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has been sentenced to five years and one month in prison. A court has also ordered that his assets be seized. The case has drawn attention because Panahi is an internationally known director who has been nominated for an Oscar.
The Enforcement Directorate has attached land and buildings of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur. The move is part of a money laundering case. The agency says funds meant for public works were diverted to the university. It also says contractor funds were routed back to a trust as donations.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says India is firmly committed to ASEAN, the Southeast Asian group of nations, and backs its central role. He also calls for stronger defence ties between them.
PM Modi has told chief secretaries to monitor welfare schemes closely, according to this headline. Chief secretaries are the most senior civil servants in India's states, who guide how government programmes are run locally.
A house was vandalised during a protest linked to a dam in Arunachal Pradesh. A former minister has called for talks and has urged the Union government to start discussions with China.
Researchers from CUSAT and SCTIMST in Thiruvananthapuram studied gut bacteria in people with Parkinson's disease and in healthy people. They found significant differences between the two groups. The result is a research finding and does not by itself give a treatment.
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee has urged the Supreme Court to restore the previous government in West Bengal and hold fresh elections within six months. He raised doubts about the current BJP government's legitimacy, while the court is examining the Election Commission's work.
The Samajwadi Party won five of the 11 seats contested in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council elections, including Varanasi and Allahabad-Jhansi. The Bharatiya Janata Party kept six seats, including Bareilly-Moradabad. These results were reported on the same day as council results from Maharashtra.
Early results from the Israeli election show Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc leading with 53 seats. The opposition led by Eisenkot trails at 48 seats. Arab parties are reported to be claiming a kingmaker role, meaning they could decide who forms the government. Live counts are still being updated.
A forest panel has again rejected the Uttarakhand High Court's plan to relocate a project, citing concerns over forest land. It has directed the state government to explore placing the proposed project on suitable non-forest land before seeking forest clearance, which signals the panel is not yet satisfied with the current site.
A scheme called gram yojana has been approved to empower panchayats, the elected local bodies that run village affairs in India. The headline gives no further details about what the scheme will do or when it starts.
The IT and Information and Broadcasting minister has said the privacy law does not infringe upon press freedom. The statement comes as media groups challenge the law in the top court. The minister's position adds to the debate over how personal data rules affect journalism.
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Gemini now has a new feature called immersive explorations. The headline says it turns Gemini into an interactive encyclopedia, which is a way to browse information.
GitHub Copilot Fusion combines multiple AI models to help write code. The headline says it aims to produce better code at a lower cost.
OpenAI now lets you message its Dot AI agent through your phone's text messages. The feature works with both iMessage and RCS messaging, so you can chat with it without opening a separate app. It suits anyone who already texts most of the day.
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