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Nine devotees, including eight women and a boy, were killed in a stampede at a private Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Srikakulam district. The temple’s 94-year-old founder claimed he didn’t expect the massive crowd and hadn’t informed police

The Ministry of Home Affairs’ latest review shows Naxal-affected districts have reduced from 46 to 38, with only 11 now classified as Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) affected. Officials attribute the decline to coordinated security operations and developmental focus in key States

ISRO is set to launch its heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, weighing 4,410 kg, onboard the LVM3-M5 rocket from Sriharikota on Sunday. The mission aims to provide multi-band communication services across India and nearby oceanic regions

After multiple rounds of layoffs, Microsoft plans to grow its workforce again with a focus on artificial intelligence. CEO Satya Nadella said the company will pursue “targeted scaling,” using AI to enhance productivity and empower smaller team

Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad organised the second edition of ‘Pedal for Planet’ to promote environmental awareness and fitness. The event saw 1,200 participants, including Army and police personnel, cycle 20 km, encouraging sustainable and healthy living

A couple died and two others were injured when a speeding ambulance allegedly lost control and rammed into several two-wheelers near the Shantinagar bus stand in Bengaluru. The driver, who fled the spot, was later traced and detained by police

In a first for South Eastern Railway, the Chakradharpur divisional railway hospital in Jharkhand’s West Singhbhum district enrolled four newborns for Aadhaar and issued their birth certificates on the same day, streamlining identity documentation through coordination between multiple government departments

A global study published in *Science* reveals that agricultural drones are transforming farming worldwide, spreading rapidly from East Asia to the US. Used for spraying, seeding, and monitoring, drones boost efficiency and safety but risk displacing workers and causing environmental concerns

The Supreme Court will hear the stray dogs case on November 3, requiring chief secretaries of all states and Union Territories—except West Bengal and Telangana—to appear in person for failing to file compliance affidavits on implementing Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules

Himachal Pradesh’s snow leopard population has risen to 83 from 51 in 2021, according to a new survey by the Wildlife Wing and NCF. The highest densities were found in Spiti and Pin valleys, with rare species also documented.

Renowned nephrologist Dr. H. Sudarshan Ballal warned that chronic kidney disease is rising rapidly in India due to diabetes, hypertension, and environmental factors. He urged preventive healthcare, affordability reforms, and AI-driven innovations to avert a potential nationwide kidney disease epidemic

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ISRO will launch its 4,410 kg communication satellite CMS-03, the heaviest to be lifted from Indian soil, onboard the LVM3-M5 rocket from Sriharikota on Sunday. The ‘Bahubali’ launcher will place the satellite in geosynchronous transfer orbit to enhance communication services.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address rallies in Ara and Nawada and lead a mega roadshow in Patna on Sunday ahead of Bihar Assembly elections. Amit Shah and Rahul Gandhi will also campaign in the state for their respective alliances.

Delhi’s air quality plunged to ‘severe’ levels on Sunday, with AQI breaching 400 in several areas and a thick layer of smog reducing visibility. Calm winds and high humidity worsened pollution, while experts warned of further deterioration ahead.

Maisram Stars FC secured a dominant 15-0 victory over BHEL in the TFA B-Division Shivkumar Lal Football League at Gymkhana Ground. In another match, Shastri FC defeated Feelkhana FC 4-2 with Austin, Aryan Roy, and Aditya scoring for the winners

The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) congratulated the under-19 men’s team for winning the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, the first-ever championship victory in the tournament's history. The HCA announced cash rewards of Rs. 2,00,000 for players and Rs. 1,50,000 for support staff

Jamshedpur FC secured a 2-0 victory over Inter Kashi in their final Group B match of the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26. Raphaël Messi Bouli scored in the 37th minute, while Manvir Singh sealed the win in the 81st minute

GM Pranav V, GM Pranesh M, and GM Surya Shekhar Ganguly began their FIDE World Cup 2025 campaigns with comfortable wins, while Divya Deshmukh’s spirited fight fell short against GM Stamatis Kourkoulos-Arditis. Local favorite Mendonca also drew his match

Alankrith Rapole’s unbeaten 58* led Hyderabad to a five-wicket victory over Punjab in the final of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. Despite a strong five-wicket haul by Ishan Sood, Punjab was restricted to just 111 runs

Akash Vashisht's brilliant 114* helped Himachal Pradesh recover from 115/5 to finish the first day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match against Hyderabad at 293/7 in 90 overs. Vashisht is still at the crease with Vipin Sharma

India and South Africa will face off in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 final. Both teams have overcome significant challenges, with key performances from Jemimah Rodrigues and Laura Wolvaardt, aiming for a historic victory in Navi Mumbai

Sunidhi Chauhan will perform at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 final in Navi Mumbai, with a medley of her hits, a special-effects show, and a drone display. She will also sing the Indian national anthem before the match

India’s young boxers made history at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, winning a total of seven medals, including four golds. Minister Kiren Rijiju and BFI President Ajay Singh lauded their achievement, highlighting India’s growing sporting strength