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Pankaj Tripathi’s vibrant new look drew a witty response from Ranveer Singh, who quipped: “Hum sudhar gaye, aur aap bigad gaye?” The actor’s playful remark delighted fans as Tripathi teased “a new beginning” with his viral fashion experiment.
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PM Modi welcomed reports of progress in Gaza hostage talks, praising Donald Trump’s peace initiative and reiterating India’s support for a lasting resolution. Hamas has indicated readiness to release hostages, with Trump warning of consequences if no deal is signed.
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Two Indian tourists were jailed for five years and one month and sentenced to 12 cane strokes each in Singapore for robbing and assaulting two sex workers in hotels. The men admitted to tying up, slapping, and threatening their victims.
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A coalition of healthcare providers, educators, and religious groups filed a lawsuit to block Donald Trump’s new USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it illegal and disruptive. They warn the policy will cripple innovation, staffing, and essential public services.
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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is preparing to implement the first stage of US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan. Hamas has agreed to parts of the proposal, raising hopes for a ceasefire and hostage release amid global backing.
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US President Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas, demanding acceptance of his 20-point Gaza peace plan by Sunday evening. The plan includes a temporary technocratic government and a ceasefire, with all captives returned within 72 hours. Trump warned of severe consequences if the deal is rejected.
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England Women started their ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 campaign with a commanding 10-wicket win over South Africa in Guwahati. Linsey Smith starred with the ball, while Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones completed a flawless chase in just 14.1 overs
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Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu won silver in the 49kg category at the World Weightlifting Championships in Norway with a total lift of 199kg. North Korea’s Ri Song Gum claimed gold, while Thailand’s Thanyathon Sukcharoen took bronze
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KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja struck centuries to give India a commanding 286-run lead over the West Indies in the first Test at Ahmedabad. The hosts dominated Day Two, leaving the visitors under pressure going into the weekend
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Bengaluru Torpedoes clinched a thrilling five-set win over Goa in the Prime Volleyball League at Hyderabad, with Jalen Penrose starring and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy lending support from the stands
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Members of the Greater Hyderabad Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals rescued six Indian Roller birds at four spots across Hyderabad. The birds will be released back to nature once they recover, they said
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World Championships bronze medallist Mohammad Husamuddin began with a dominant 5:0 win at the BFI Cup 2025 in Chennai. Bhawna Sharma and Parthvi Grehwal impressed in women’s bouts, as Services boxers and top national talent showcased their skills across categories
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Wicketkeeper-batter M Mamta will captain the Hyderabad senior women’s team in the BCCI T20 championship starting October 8 in Gwalior. The squad features a mix of experienced and young players, with K Tejaswini among the stand-byes
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Khush Agarwal’s five-wicket haul (5/68) stood out in the HCA under-23 probables match as Team B scored 351 runs. In the C-Division one-day league, VP Willowmen defeated Universal by three wickets in a close contest
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The Hyderabad Golf Association conducted the Sreenidhi University Telangana Premier Golf League 2025 players’ auction at Golconda, drafting 192 golfers into 16 teams. The league, scheduled from October 25 to November 23, promises strong competition and enthusiastic participation
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The Indian Padel Federation will host India’s first-ever FIP Silver Padel championship in Hyderabad from October 12 to 15, offering a record Rs 15 lakh prize pool. The event will feature top international players alongside India’s emerging padel talent
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Top Indian shuttlers HS Prannoy, Lakshya Sen and Ashwini Ponnappa sent motivational messages to the 25-member Indian squad preparing for the BWF World Junior Championships in Guwahati, urging them to focus, enjoy the competition, and make use of home advantage
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Mahindra University and Apollo Healthcare Academy have signed an MoU to offer Bachelor’s programmes in Allied Health Sciences, covering specializations like anesthesia, medical laboratory, and cardiovascular technology. The curriculum combines academic rigor with clinical rotations at Apollo Hospitals for globally recognized, practice-ready graduates
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A national survey led by Hyderabad cardiothoracic surgeons highlights the need to standardise treatment techniques and improve training for Acute Type A Aortic Dissection. Timely surgery is critical, and the study calls for better guidelines, infrastructure, and referral systems
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Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has launched a scathing attack on Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over his controversial remarks about the DNA of Bihar’s people. Kishor, visibly upset, vowed to defeat Reddy in the next Telangana elections.
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The Centre has issued a nationwide advisory cautioning against prescribing cough and cold medications to children under two years, following reports of child deaths allegedly linked to contaminated syrups in Madhya Pradesh. Investigations are ongoing, with multi-agency teams probing all possible causes.
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Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge and Andhra Pradesh counterpart Nara Lokesh engaged in an online spat over startup relocation. Kharge criticised Lokesh’s overtures to lure Bengaluru startups to Vizag, calling it “desperate scavenging,” while Lokesh defended AP’s investment initiatives
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A tragic incident unfolded in Jagtial where a newly married woman, Bodasu Gangotri, allegedly died by suicide following a domestic scuffle at her mother's home. Married to Santhosh just weeks earlier, her sudden death has prompted suspicions from her family.
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Despite grand launches, Telangana’s Rajiv Yuva Vikasam and Indira Soura Giri Jala Vikasam schemes have struggled to take off. The youth-focused financial aid programme has yet to disburse funds to selected beneficiaries, while the tribal irrigation initiative faces logistical and ecological challenges. Five months on, both schemes remain largely unimplemented, leaving intended beneficiaries disillusioned.
