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Indian boxers Aditya and Mausam Suhag advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Boxing Under-19 Championships in Budva, Montenegro, with identical 5-0 victories. Chahat and Tridev, however, suffered defeats in their respective weight categories.

Rising geopolitical threats expose India’s undersea cable vulnerabilities, making diversified landing hubs and domestic repair capacity urgent priorities

The Centre has proposed mandatory Advanced Emergency Braking Systems for new car models from October 2030 and existing models from October 2032. The draft also outlines braking and stability requirements for trucks, aiming to improve vehicle safety and reduce road accidents.

Telangana plans a one-time settlement scheme to help closed industries clear outstanding electricity dues. Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has also directed officials to strengthen thermal generation, secure coal supplies and prepare for rising power demand during summer.

Security operations cannot heal Manipur’s wounds unless authorities protect civilians, ensure justice, and rebuild trust across divided communities. Peace must take precedence over political posturing

RGUKT-Basar has extended Dussehra holidays until further orders amid a reported drinking water shortage on campus. The university reportedly supplies 15 lakh litres daily against a requirement of 25 lakh litres, affecting plans to resume classes for students.

AISA president Neha Bora has challenged a Delhi Police notice requiring her to execute a peace bond, arguing that citizens need no permission to hoist the national flag. The Delhi High Court heard arguments and said it would rule Friday.

Telangana has directed officials to open cotton procurement centres for the 2026-27 Kharif season, stressing minimum support prices, timely purchases and payments. The State has expanded procurement facilities and introduced digital systems to improve transparency for farmers.

UFERWAS representatives met Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan to seek improved civic services and greater public participation in the CURE area. Their demands included stronger ward committees, rainwater harvesting, road improvements, sewage water management and simpler registration procedures.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy attributed rising fine rice prices to El Nino and defended the State’s promotion of fine rice cultivation. He also cited welfare schemes and announced a Cabinet sub-committee to study the Mudiraj community’s inclusion in BC-A.

Keerthy Suresh says she was drawn to the world of her upcoming Netflix series “Akka” and wanted it to be her first Hindi project. The 1980s-set gangster drama also stars Radhika Apte and premieres on October 30

KVPS and other Dalit organisations staged a protest at the Medak Collectorate, accusing Konaipally sarpanch Manne Kalyan and his followers of attacking Dalits during Saddula Bathukamma. They sought his removal, an SC/ST Act case and action against the Panchayat Secretary.

The BRS has appointed constituency-wise in-charges across six erstwhile districts to coordinate preparations for two Graduate MLC elections in Telangana. Party working president KT Rama Rao announced the appointments, tasking leaders with mobilising workers and overseeing election-related activities.

India’s Shaurya Sharma carded a five-under-par 67 to take a one-shot lead at the DP World PGTI Qualifying School 2026-27 in Ahmedabad. Bangladesh’s Md Siddikur Rahman and Indian amateur Arin Ahuja share second place at three-under 213

Rangareddy has recorded 9,092 electors marked for deletion during Telangana’s Special Intensive Revision. Across 119 Assembly constituencies, 32,214 electors face removal from the final rolls, as hearings continue ahead of the November 5 deadline and November 9 publication.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged party leaders to oppose attempts to privatise Singareni, question alleged irregularities and defend workers’ welfare. The party also discussed strengthening its affiliated union and preparing for forthcoming trade union elections.

Shreyas Iyer praised Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson for providing a flying start before Naman Dhir sealed India’s record T20I chase of 226 against New Zealand. India won by four wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the series

Ahmedabad will host the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship from October 23 to 31, featuring 13 nations, 23 squads and more than 400 athletes. The tournament will include 62 men’s and women’s matches, with semifinals on October 30 and finals on October 31

Researchers at Hyderabad's CSIR-CCMB have identified DZIP3, a protein that detects viral RNA and activates immune defences. Published in The EMBO Journal, the study reports protection against viruses and could inform development of therapies to strengthen the body's antiviral immunity.

Renuka Singh Thakur has been ruled out of India’s three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe as she builds up her bowling workload at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. Jintimani Kalita has been named her replacement for the series in Vadodara

The planned Dasara soft launch of Warangal Super Specialty Hospital has been postponed, with a trial run to be held later. BJP and BRS leaders alleged inadequate preparations, equipment shortages and delays, while questioning the government's commitment to public healthcare.

A 55-year-old DRDO employee, Ram Mohan, died in Hyderabad after allegedly being pushed to the ground during a confrontation over alleged harassment of a young woman. Chikkadpally police registered a case following a complaint by his wife and are investigating.

An Indian national was among two people killed in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Two other Indians were injured, while eight people were reported injured overall. Airport operations have since returned to normal

Harry Brook smashed the fastest double century in ODI cricket, reaching the milestone in 114 balls against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. His 202 off 116 deliveries powered England to 429/4, surpassing Shubman Gill's previous record of 117 balls