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An Indian-origin couple in London, Manpreet Jatana and Jaskiret Singh Uppal, face murder and related charges after allegedly starving their three-year-old daughter, Penelope Chandrie, to death in 2023. Prosecutors say prolonged malnutrition caused her fatal ketoacidosis. Trial proceedings continue

India’s free trade agreement with the EFTA bloc—Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—came into effect on October 2, 2024. It brings $100 billion investment promise, creates 1 million jobs, cuts tariffs, boosts Indian exports and service sector access

Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the central bank is examining a proposal to allow lenders to remotely lock mobile phones bought on credit in case of default in EMI payments; rules out any charge on UPI transactions

The Union Cabinet has approved 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across 17 states and UTs, benefiting over 86,000 students. These KVs, costing Rs 5,862 crore, include Balvatikas and will create over 4,600 jobs, focusing on underserved and strategic regions

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a 3 per cent hike in Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief for 49.19 lakh central government employees and 68.72 lakh pensioners. Effective from July 1, 2025, the hike will cost Rs 10,083.96 crore annually

India opener Abhishek Sharma has set a new record in the ICC Men’s T20I batting rankings with 931 points after his stellar Asia Cup performance. He surpassed Dawid Malan’s 2020 mark of 919, finishing ahead of England’s Phil Salt and Tilak Varma.

A Garba celebration at a Thane housing society was disrupted after eggs were allegedly thrown from the 16th floor by a resident citing noise concerns. Police registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, while additional security was deployed to maintain order

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah condemned BJP leader Printu Mahadevan’s alleged death threat against Rahul Gandhi during a TV debate, questioning PM Modi and Amit Shah’s silence. He linked the remark to a pattern of violent intimidation, recalling past assassinations of dissenting voices

The Delhi High Court ruled that a husband cannot claim exclusive ownership of a property jointly registered with his wife, even if he paid the EMIs, citing the Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act. The case involves a Mumbai house dispute

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, 83, was admitted to M.S. Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru with fatigue, fever, and breathing issues after campaigning in Bihar. Doctors say his condition is stable and under monitoring, while hospital authorities await issuing an official statement

A mid-air scuffle erupted on an Air India Delhi-Lucknow flight between Amethi MLA Rakesh Pratap Singh and passenger Samad Ali over use of abusive language. Cabin crew intervened, and police registered an FIR after Singh lodged a complaint in Lucknow

The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.5% for the second consecutive time, citing tariff uncertainties. Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted risks to growth despite easing retail inflation, which fell to a six-year low in August 

US President Donald Trump claimed it would be a “big insult” to America if he is not awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, asserting that his administration has helped end or resolve eight global conflicts, including a proposed Gaza peace plan.

Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas attended the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, thanking Tanishaa and Ayan Mukerji for their warm welcome. Dressed in a blue salwar kameez, she offered prayers on Ashtami before posing with the hosts and fellow devotees.

Deepti Sharma’s all-round brilliance powered India to a 59-run (DLS) win over Sri Lanka in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup opener. Sharma hit 53 and took three wickets, combining with Amanjot Kaur for a century partnership that rescued India.

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Telugu Titans register a memorable 37-28 win over the Patna Pirates, riding on a brilliant performance from Vijay Malik

The Indian team will commence their training for the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup Play Off from November 4 in Bengaluru

The landmark league, scheduled at the Els Club Dubai from March 25–28, 2026, promises to be a spectacle where Indian sporting greatness meets the best in world golf

Beat compatriots Shambhavi S Kshirsagar and Naraen Pranav at the ISSF Junior World Cup

Lack of transparency, limited diversity, and patronage expose structural flaws in India’s Supreme Court collegium system

Trump's 100 per cent tariff on branded drugs challenges India's pharma exporters but opens doors for growth in generics and biosimilars

The Reserve Bank of India has eased norms for small business loans and working capital lending to jewellers, allowing banks to adjust spreads more frequently and expand credit access. Feedback on these measures is open until October 20