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Cyclone Arnab crossed the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts, uprooting trees and power poles, damaging roads and disrupting electricity. Two people died from electrocution, while over 10,000 residents were evacuated. Authorities launched relief and restoration operations across affected districts
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Jio Platforms shares debuted at Rs 1,358, a 21.36 per cent premium over the issue price, following a Rs 30,213-crore IPO. The issue was subscribed 22.19 times, while brokerages initiated coverage with Buy ratings and growth forecasts.
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Self-styled godman Asaram has been booked by Jodhpur police for allegedly failing to return to Central Jail before his medical parole deadline. The Supreme Court rejected his extension plea, and police are investigating his delayed surrender following hospital treatment
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A 30-year-old movie artist from Adilabad district, identified as U Swamy, was found dead in a room in Hyderabad’s Madhuranagar on Wednesday. Police suspect an altercation may have occurred during a party he reportedly attended on Sunday.
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Actor Manoj Bajpayee said OTT platforms have opened doors for male actors overlooked by mainstream Bollywood, offering meaningful roles, professional recognition and financial stability. He highlighted how streaming has transformed the entertainment industry by creating more frequent opportunities for diverse performers
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Israeli election results showed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud bloc leading with 41.9 per cent of ballot boxes counted, securing 57 projected seats against 47 for the opposition camp. However, neither side had reached the 61-seat majority required
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The Indian Army’s official fact-check account flagged an alleged disinformation campaign by Pakistan-based social media accounts using manipulated visuals and AI-edited content. The posts falsely linked Indian soldiers’ humiliation in Arunachal Pradesh with a misleading image of the Army Chief
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Three-time Asian Para Games javelin champion Neeraj Yadav has died by suicide at his flat, national chief para-athletics coach S. Satyanarayana confirmed. The accomplished Indian para-athlete won multiple international medals and set records despite being diagnosed with polio during childhood
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BRS leaders P Sabitha Indra Reddy and Karthik Reddy were placed under house arrest ahead of a public hearing on the Musi Riverfront project. KT Rama Rao condemned the action, alleging democratic rights were being curbed and demanding farmers’ compensation.
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Esha Deol defended South Indian accents in Hindi cinema, saying linguistic differences add uniqueness to an actor’s identity. Citing Hema Malini, Sridevi and Urmila Matondkar, she spoke against accent-based trolling amid renewed debate over Rashmika Mandanna’s Hindi diction
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Microsoft employees in Hyderabad and elsewhere are weighing a reported voluntary exit offer that includes six months’ base pay, notice-period pay and health insurance. Reddit posts reflect concerns about burnout, job security and whether accepting the package is the right career move.
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IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said there is no evidence Iran has repaired nuclear facilities damaged in US-Israeli strikes. He urged Tehran to restore inspectors’ access, as the UN Security Council debated Iran’s uranium stockpile and nuclear nonproliferation obligations
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Parineeti Chopra defended Jennifer Winget after a viral cake-cutting video from the Shaque: Trust No success party sparked online criticism. Parineeti dismissed claims of conflict, praised Jennifer’s acting, and criticised journalists for manufacturing controversies, while Jennifer urged people to spread kindness
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The RSS is organising a centenary gathering of nearly one lakh swayamsevaks at Daly College in Indore on Wednesday. The event will conclude year-long celebrations ahead of the organisation’s all-India meeting, scheduled in the city from November 2 to 4.
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The INDIA bloc will hold a planned public impeachment event against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence on October 30, after reported permission hurdles. The event will precede the opposition’s November 1 rally in Delhi
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The Madras High Court ruled that non-Hindus entering Agamic temples must affirm reverence for the deity and follow established customs. The court directed authorities to enforce temple entry rules strictly, cautioning against political displays that undermine religious traditions
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Actress Divya Dutta says OTT platforms have transformed storytelling by creating nuanced, relatable roles for women across age groups, including those above 40. She believes stronger writing and flexible viewing options have also raised audience expectations for theatrical films
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The Centre has deployed a high-level team to investigate the death of a 19-month-old cheetah at Kuno National Park after five firearm pellets were recovered from its body. Madhya Pradesh authorities have also formed a Special Task Force
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Karan Johar marked 10 years of Ae Dil Hai Mushkil by reflecting on its themes of unrequited love, longing and heartbreak. The filmmaker acknowledged the film’s flaws but said he would tell the story the same way again.
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Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth shared glimpses of his Thailand adventures while wrapping up filming for Extraction 3. His activities included diving, fishing, boxing, temple visits and family time, offering fans a peek into his off-screen experiences
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A 32-year-old passenger was detained at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after security personnel found two live bullets in his baggage during screening. He was preparing to board a Fly91 Airlines flight to Rajahmundry but could not produce the required documents.
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Lockheed Martin plans to establish a PAC-3 missile maintenance facility in Poland to strengthen NATO’s air defence network. The centre will provide repairs, refurbishment and technical support, improve missile availability, shorten maintenance turnaround times and expand transatlantic defence industry cooperation
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Jio Platforms became India’s second-most valuable listed company after debuting on Dalal Street at a 21.36 per cent premium over its issue price. Its market valuation reached Rs 12.50 lakh crore, following an IPO subscribed 22.19 times
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in Cebu to review progress under the renewed 10-year India-US Defence Framework. Both sides discussed military technology, information sharing, co-production and strengthening strategic cooperation for Indo-Pacific security