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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur and appreciated discussions on bilateral ties, regional and global issues. The meeting came amid ongoing trade negotiations, with both sides reaffirming their strong strategic partnership.

UK police are hunting a white male suspect after a 20-year-old woman, believed to be of Indian heritage, was raped in a racially aggravated attack in Walsall. CCTV footage has been released as police appeal for public help to identify the attacker.

Nine Indian sailors were among 14 crew members rescued by the Sri Lankan Navy after their merchant vessel, Integrity Star, suffered engine failure 100 nautical miles south of the island nation. The rescued crew was brought safely to Hambantota port.

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Sai Sravan's inning of 125 helps Andhra reach 281/4 against Saurashtra in Col CK Nayudu Trophy cricket championship

M Venkat Ram Reddy from Kurnool clinched a bronze in the men’s 800m event at the fourth South Asian Senior Athletics Championship in Ranchi. This victory adds to India’s medal tally, with Reddy previously winning a 'golden double' in Junior Nationals

Without regular check-ins, social engagement, or reliable systems of care, many elderly individuals are left to fend for themselves

Bengaluru Torpedoes were crowned champions of the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League after a 3-0 win over Mumbai Meteors. Joel Benjamin, Jishnu, and Sethu were standout performers, with special awards handed to the season’s best players

Patna Pirates secured a dominant 48-32 victory over Jaipur Pink Panthers in the Pro Kabaddi League Eliminator 1. Ayan Lohchab starred with 20+ points, leading his team to a convincing win. Navdeep and Milan Dahiya also contributed significantly

YSRCP has blamed fake liquor from an illegal alcohol shop for the Kurnool bus fire that killed 20 people. The opposition alleges government negligence, demands Rs 1 crore compensation per family, and calls for criminal action against the Excise Minister

The Supreme Court will hear the bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima, and Meeran Haider in the UAPA case linked to the February 2020 Delhi riots. The High Court had earlier denied their bail citing potential conspiratorial violence

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated Yashoda Medicity in Ghaziabad, calling healthcare an essential pillar of national development. She urged private participation to ensure quality medical services reach every citizen and praised the hospital’s commitment to patient care and research

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has promised to double allowances, provide pensions, and offer Rs 50 lakh insurance cover to Panchayati Raj representatives if the INDIA bloc wins the Bihar polls. He also pledged benefits for PDS distributors and rural artisans

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Brussels on October 27–28 to meet EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic. The visit aims to accelerate India–EU FTA talks and provide political direction for a comprehensive and balanced trade deal

The Andhra Pradesh government has finalised a comprehensive action plan to ensure the supply of essential commodities, fuel, and relief support as Cyclone Montha nears the coast. IMD predicts landfall near Kakinada on October 28, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, recalled the bravery and sacrifice of tribal leader Komaram Bheem, who led the Gond rebellion against the British and Nizam rule. He urged the youth to draw inspiration from Bheem’s life.

At a symposium in Beijing, Chinese scholars hailed the Bhagavad Gita as a “nectar of wisdom” and “miniature history of Indian civilisation.” They said its teachings on duty, detachment, and harmony remain deeply relevant to modern life and global challenges.

PM Narendra Modi praised BSF and CRPF for boosting Indian breed dogs in security roles, highlighting their debut marching contingent at the upcoming Ekta Diwas Parade. He noted improved training, operational excellence, and indigenous breeds’ growing success in national security missions

Andhra Pradesh police confirmed the two men involved in the Bengaluru-bound bus fire accident that killed 19 were drunk. Their crashed two-wheeler was run over by the bus, triggering a fire from the fuel tank. One rider died, the other fled before being traced

Tata Technologies CEO Warren Harris said the steep US H-1B visa fee hike will not affect the company immediately, due to its locally staffed global model. He expects future resourcing shifts, while aerospace growth offsets tariff-related automotive slowdowns, boosting quarterly performance

A 38-year-old man, Ishan Garg, allegedly shot himself dead inside a parked SUV in Lucknow’s Hazratganj area late Friday night. Police recovered a revolver, nine live cartridges, and his gun licence. The body has been sent for post-mortem.

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Andhra Pradesh has finalised a pre-Cyclone Montha action plan covering PDS stock positioning, fuel readiness, paddy procurement, and relief supplies for cyclone shelters. Tarpaulins, sandbags, and other essentials are ready to protect crops and support post-cyclone distribution.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on Chhath Puja’s Kharna day, bowing to devotees observing the fast and sharing devotional songs. He prayed for everyone’s well-being as ministers Amit Shah and J.P. Nadda also conveyed wishes on the sacred occasion.