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Indian students planning to study in the UK face growing uncertainty as universities tighten admission checks amid rising visa refusal risks. Revised government compliance rules impose stricter thresholds on visa refusals and enrolment, with non-compliant institutions facing possible loss of sponsorship licences.

Superstar Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, has grossed Rs 317.15 crore worldwide in its first three days. Following a Rs 100-crore opening day, the action entertainer continues its dominant run at the domestic and overseas box office

Dr Vishal Akula, a psychiatrist at Government Medical College, Nizamabad, warned that excessive online gaming, betting and smartphone use may contribute to mental health problems. Speaking at an IPS South Zone conference in Kanyakumari, he stressed identification, assessment and treatment

Shreyas Iyer received India’s Impact Player of the Series medal after the T20I series against the West Indies ended in a 2-2 draw. Iyer scored 181 runs, including his maiden T20I century, across five innings in the series

Eighteen-year-old Sona, a first-year B.Tech student, died after a decorative arch collapsed during a Dandiya celebration at MVSR Engineering College in Nadergul. Fourteen students were injured, including her younger sister, as their father blamed the college management for alleged lapses

Two siblings, Naveen and Rekha, were killed when a car rammed their Activa scooter at Hayathnagar while they were travelling to their mother’s house in Pedda Amberpet for Dasara. A child was seriously injured, and the driver was detained

Tamil Nadu’s TIDCO has sought site clearance from the Union Civil Aviation Ministry for a proposed 600-acre airport at Manikaneri in Ramanathapuram district. The project aims to improve air connectivity to Rameswaram, a major pilgrimage and tourism destination

A report in the UK’s The Guardian has warned that low-cost Chinese AI models could pose data security risks and deepen Western dependence on Chinese technology. It urges the UK to support domestic and European suppliers while regulating US AI.

HMWSSB fined Forefathers Pub in Jubilee Hills Rs 20,000 for water misuse, disconnected its drinking water connection and suspended commercial tanker supplies. The board urged residents and businesses to conserve drinking water and report violations through its helpline

HMWSSB has asked owners of private sewage treatment plants in Hyderabad to register by October 25. Only 61 of an estimated 600 plants have registered. The board aims to promote treated wastewater reuse and reduce pressure on drinking water supplies

Actor Nani’s latest film The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela, will stream on Netflix from October 22 in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Following a modest box office run, the action drama makes its multi-language digital debut

Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami defeated Atlanta United 3-1 in the MLS regular season. German Berterame also scored, while Luis Suarez reached 100 goal contributions for the club as Miami secured its third consecutive victory

The Centre has cleared five ropeway projects in Telangana, but none is located in the erstwhile Adilabad district. Kuntala waterfall and other tourist spots remain excluded despite earlier proposals and appeals for improved tourism infrastructure and connectivity.

India's economic growth and the India–EFTA TEPA are creating opportunities for Norwegian investors across manufacturing, renewable energy, infrastructure and digital services. The agreement includes $100 billion in investment commitments over 15 years and aims to support one million jobs in India

Traditional flowers used for Bathukamma are becoming harder to find in Telangana as irrigated cultivation expands and weedicides are sprayed more widely. Residents say flowers once gathered from fallow lands are now scarce, forcing people to seek alternatives or travel farther.

India’s Russian crude imports fell 13 per cent in September to their lowest level since April, while refinery purchases declined. Higher oil prices boosted Russia’s export earnings, and a US sanctions waiver could allow India and China to maintain oil imports

Nine of India's 10 most-valued companies added Rs 3.65 lakh crore in market capitalisation last week as indices rallied. TCS led the gains, followed by Bharti Airtel and Infosys, while Larsen & Toubro was the decliner among the top 10

Shubman Gill scored just one run on his return to the Ranji Trophy as Punjab faced Chhattisgarh. Meanwhile, Mohammed Shami missed Bengal’s match against Services, with his absence unexplained despite training with the squad on Saturday

Sri Malayappa Swamy blessed devotees during the Surya Prabha Vahanam Seva in Tirumala on Sunday. As the procession reached Pushkarini Point, sunlight pierced the dark clouds, inspiring devotees to chant Govinda amid the divine morning spectacle.

Nineteen people died and 25 were injured in a stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata. The Bengal government announced compensation for victims’ families and proposed a Special Investigation Team headed by a sitting or retired judge

Aakash Chopra has played down concerns over Abhishek Sharma’s inconsistent returns against the West Indies, saying aggressive batters cannot score heavily in every outing. Chopra cited the opener’s performances against Afghanistan and urged caution against judging him on a short run.

Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar believes Sanju Samson’s ability to deliver big innings could delay Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s T20I debut. He cited team balance and the left-right batting combination while identifying New Zealand’s Finn Allen as a potential threat

The FSSAI has directed food businesses to maintain prescribed temperatures while handling, storing and transporting khoa, paneer, meat and fish. The advisory mandates hygienic vehicles, food-grade packaging, protection against contamination, and proper records to safeguard public health

Prabhas-starrer Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is set to release worldwide on October 29, 2027. The action entertainer also features Triptii Dimri, Vivek Oberoi and Kanchana, and will arrive a week before Ramayana Part 2.