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Actress Shruti Haasan gave a creative twist to Halloween by turning her life into a self-illustrated storybook. Sharing her art on Instagram, the ‘Salaar’ star described herself as a “slayer of doubt and demons” while delighting fans with her quirky creativity.

UPI transactions rose 25 per cent year-on-year in October to 20.70 billion, with total value reaching Rs 27.28 lakh crore, NPCI data showed. IMPS also saw steady growth, as India’s digital payment ecosystem expanded under ongoing GST 2.0 reforms.

Delhi’s air quality stayed in the ‘poor’ category on Saturday, with the overall AQI climbing to 251 from 218 a day earlier, CPCB data showed. Wazirpur recorded the highest AQI at 333 as pollution levels continued to worsen.

The SIT probing the disappearance of gold from Kerala’s Sabarimala temple arrested former executive officer Sudheesh Kumar for allegedly falsifying records to conceal that the Dwarapalaka idols were gold-plated. He is the third arrest in the 2019 temple gold theft case.

Over 50 students from the BC Hostel in Dharmavaram, Gadwal district, were hospitalised after suspected food poisoning on Friday night. Students reportedly fell ill after dinner, prompting criticism over the government’s monitoring of food quality in hostels.

In a historic milestone, Senkoukai Karate, founded by Indian martial arts legend Soke Hanshi Shaswat Kumar, has received official international recognition from Japan’s International Bujutsu Karate Association (IBKA), becoming the first Indian-developed Karate style formally acknowledged by Japan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended wishes to the people of Kerala on Kerala Piravi, celebrating the state’s formation in 1956. Modi lauded Kerala’s centuries-old heritage and global achievements, calling it a symbol of India’s cultural grandeur.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Vietnamese and Malaysian counterparts in Kuala Lumpur to strengthen defence ties and attended ASEAN defence meetings. He also signed a 10-year ‘Framework for the US-India Major Defence Partnership’ with US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Singapore authorities have shared singer Zubeen Garg’s post-mortem and toxicology reports with the SIT probing his death. Seven people are in custody, and the chargesheet is expected by December 17.

President Donald Trump will return to “60 Minutes” for the first time since settling a $16 million lawsuit with CBS News over its interview with Kamala Harris. He was interviewed by Norah O'Donnell at Mar-a-Lago for Sunday’s broadcast.

UNESCO has named Lucknow a Creative City of Gastronomy, recognising its rich culinary traditions from Awadhi cuisine to street delicacies. The designation, announced on World Cities Day, celebrates the city’s contribution to cultural diversity and sustainable urban development.

At the UN, India accused Pakistan of “grave” human rights violations in illegally occupied Kashmir, citing civilian killings by its forces. India’s representative Bhavika Mangalanandan dismissed Pakistan’s “hypocrisy,” reaffirming Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh as integral parts of India.

Actor Allu Sirish shared the joyous news of his engagement to Nayanika through a joyous news of his engagement to Nayanika through a heartfelt social heartfelt social media post, accompanied media post, accompanied by dreamy pictures by dreamy pictures from the ceremony from the ceremony.

The annual league basketball championship for GM Sampath Kumar Trophy are being held at YMCA Secunderabad

Samik became the first goalkeeper in the club’s history to score from open play in a competitive fixture

Director General of Police B Shivadhar Reddy inaugurated a new Bharosa Centre in Shamshabad under the Cyberabad Commissionerate, aimed at supporting women and children in distress. The centre will offer legal, medical, and psychological services across 17 police station limits.

Following the cessation of rains in Hyderabad’s catchment areas, inflows into Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar reservoirs have declined. Water levels dropped slightly since Friday morning, with officials attributing the change to the end of heavy rainfall earlier in the week.

Students from Shamshabad complained to Hydraa Commissioner that the Chinna Golkonda and Pedda Golkonda underpasses get flooded during rains, disrupting school travel. During an inspection of nalas and drains, Ranganath assured them that the issue would be resolved soon

The tournament, commencing on November 1, will feature 206 players from 82 countries vying for the coveted title and three Candidates 2026 spots

Adilabad witnessed a spirited 5K run on Friday to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Flagged off by Utnoor ASP Kajal Singh, the event saw participation from police staff, students, and fitness enthusiasts.

A 20-year-old woman died in a road accident at Kandlakoya, Medchal, when a speeding RTC bus hit the scooter she was riding with her uncle and sister. The other two were injured and hospitalised.

Rashtrapati Nilayam in Secunderabad commemorated National Unity Day 2025 with vibrant celebrations honouring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary. Over 2,600 students participated in exhibitions, cultural performances, and a Unity Walk.

Adopting lethal injection in India would create deep ethical and practical conflicts for doctors, erode public trust in medicine, and risk inhuman suffering