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  BITS Pilani Hyderabad professor Sounak Roy has been selected for the MRSI Medal 2026, recognising his contributions to catalysis, nanomaterials and materials research. His work focuses on sustainable energy conversion, hydrogen production, carbon dioxide utilisation and environmental applications 

Shah Rukh Khan has unveiled a new poster of his upcoming film King, scheduled for a theatrical release on December 24. The film reunites him with director Siddharth Anand and features his daughter Suhana Khan alongside Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan and Rani Mukerji.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s reelection has raised hopes for stronger Amazon rainforest protection and climate action. However, environmentalists warn that a right-leaning Congress could weaken conservation efforts, Indigenous rights and environmental regulations despite renewed international funding commitments

Kamareddy police arrested Rasheed, the prime accused in the double ATM burglary case in Karimnagar and another ATM theft in Kamareddy district. He was detained in Rajasthan after police tracked him using technical evidence and CCTV footage.

The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response to a plea seeking transfer of a Delhi High Court PIL that demands 'Vande Mataram' be accorded a status equal to the national anthem. The petition argues that the song is a symbol of national unity and pride.

Ravi Kishan’s upcoming devotional drama, Mera Yaar Bajrangi – Dosti Ho Toh Aisi, is scheduled for a Diwali 2027 release. Written and directed by Amit Aarryan, the film explores the spiritual friendship between a common man and Bajrang Bali

A localised ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine took effect to facilitate a humanitarian aid mission to occupied Oleshky, led by US First Lady Melania Trump. Up to 2,000 people remain stranded amid shortages of food, medicine and security threats

The Supreme Court sought responses from Rahul Gandhi and others on a plea alleging he pushed a pregnant journalist during an October 12 march. The petition seeks an FIR and compensation, while the allegations remain subject to judicial proceedings 

Nine persons, including a village sarpanch's husband and his son, were caught by villagers in Suraram, Medak district, for allegedly performing black magic rituals in search of hidden treasure near Pedda Cheruvu.

The Kerala High Court permitted a couple expecting a baby with a non-lethal form of skeletal dysplasia to hand over the child to the Child Welfare Committee after birth. The court relied on a medical board's recommendation against terminating the pregnancy

Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared a glimpse of her festively decorated balcony, blending Halloween and Diwali themes, which she dubbed "Diwaloween." The space featured spooky Halloween decorations alongside Diwali fairy lights, reflecting the actress' celebration of both cultures.

Bipartisan US lawmakers warned banks, port authorities and fuel distributors of potential legal action over Russian diesel imports. Citing federal law and national security concerns, they urged companies to avoid facilitating shipments that could finance Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine

  The Supreme Court sought the Centre’s response to a plea challenging the DPDP Act and Rules over alleged threats to press freedom and the right to information. The Digital News Publishers Association argues the provisions could hinder investigative journalism and news reporting 

Telangana BJP president Ramchander Rao criticised Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi for demanding a halt to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. He termed the demand baseless, claiming the Congress had failed to provide evidence of voter deletions or vote theft.

Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested Kashmiri Pandit activist Rakesh Handoo in Haryana over alleged threat letters warning community employees against returning to the Valley. Booked under UAPA and cyber-related charges, he remains under investigation as authorities seek to establish the motive

Thousands of volunteer election observers monitored Israeli polling stations amid a closely contested election. Benjamin Netanyahu faced a strong challenge from rival Gadi Eisenkot, with voters focused on October 7 security failures, military service exemptions, judicial reforms and national security

The White House has completed its review of a proposed overhaul of the US PERM labour certification programme for green card sponsorship. The reforms aim to tighten recruitment standards, strengthen protections against layoffs and reinforce employer non-discrimination requirements

Police in Uttar Pradesh's Etawah arrested a 17-year-old girl and her 21-year-old boyfriend for allegedly murdering her father after sedating him. The accused allegedly concealed his body in a trunk before fleeing. Police recovered suspected murder weapons and evidence

The Supreme Court Collegium, led by CJI Surya Kant, has recommended the appointment of four judges as chief justices of various high courts. Justice P Sam Koshy has been proposed for the Delhi High Court, Justice Manash Ranjan Pathak for the Gujarat High Court, Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty for the Telangana High Court, and Justice Sudhir Singh for the Uttarakhand High Court.

India urged comprehensive UN Security Council reforms, asserting that all permanent members must enjoy equal veto rights. Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni warned against creating second-class permanent members, calling for text-based negotiations, fair representation, defined timelines and responsible use of veto powers

Indian AI firm Sarvam signed an MoU with Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff to develop AI applications for the Army, Navy and Air Force. The partnership focuses on operational support, training, decision-making, sovereign AI infrastructure and strengthening self-reliance in defence technology

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Liechtenstein Prince Alois during his state visit to India, discussing bilateral ties and opportunities under the India-EFTA TEPA. Both countries aim to expand cooperation in trade, investment, innovation, technology, manufacturing and financial services

Actress Sai Pallavi has expressed gratitude to director Rajkumar Periasamy for casting her as IPS officer Nithya Reddy in Dhanush-starrer Om, saying she sees her alter ego in the character. The makers unveiled her role on Monday, revealing that Nithya Reddy is a highly regarded officer leading Operation OM.

A BTech student from CVR College, Emireddy Abhilash Reddy, died after a truck hit his motorcycle in Hayathnagar on Tuesday. The accident occurred while he was returning after dropping a friend at the bus stand.