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Actress Tamannaah Bhatia marked Navratri by attending a Mata Ki Chowki, sharing glimpses of the devotional evening on social media. She described how bhajans, prayer and stories of Maa created a sense of calm and prompted introspection

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has praised the trailer of ‘Doosra’, a film inspired by India’s 2002 NatWest Series final victory. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the film connects Sourav Ganguly’s iconic celebration with a young girl’s personal journey

Union Minister Jitendra Singh held talks with UK minister Jonathan Reynolds on expanding cooperation in space, civil nuclear energy, scientific research and emerging technologies. Discussions covered startups, satellite development, small modular reactors, nuclear medicine, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

India’s retail inflation rose to 5.54 per cent in September 2026, while food inflation climbed to 7.74 per cent. Rural inflation exceeded urban inflation, reaching 6.08 per cent, as the Consumer Price Index and food price index increased

Director Vetri Vel Selvakumar says his upcoming film ‘Raven’, starring Karunas and ‘8 Thottakkal’ fame Vetri, is a crime thriller inspired by incidents from Tamil Nadu and around the world over three decades, exploring human relationships and social realities

Indian benchmark indices ended sharply lower on Monday as FMCG, PSU Bank and IT stocks came under selling pressure. The Sensex fell 548 points and the Nifty declined 157 points, while mid- and small-cap stocks showed relative resilience

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said India was poised to become a global automobile manufacturing hub, driven by rising domestic demand and a growing industrial ecosystem. He also highlighted free trade agreements, investment opportunities and the country’s ambition to achieve trillion-dollar exports

India’s financial services sector recorded 67 deals worth $7.3 billion in Q3 2026, with deal value rising 129 per cent quarter-on-quarter. M&A and public-market issuances drove growth, while private equity and venture capital investments declined in both volume and value

Madhuri Dixit praised Amitabh Bachchan’s resilience during a special birthday episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati. She lauded his ability to turn challenges into opportunities and celebrated his enduring appeal across generations, paying tribute to the megastar’s remarkable journey through life

President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate SARAS Mela in Vijayawada on October 15. The event will feature over 600 stalls showcasing products made by women from self-help groups across India during her two-day Andhra Pradesh visit on October 14 and 15, 2026

Ananya Panday will make her hosting debut at the IIFA Awards 2027 in Abu Dhabi. The actress said returning to Yas Island in a new role was especially meaningful, while Varun Dhawan and Karan Johar also shared their excitement about the event

Actor Silambarasan, popularly known as Simbu, has unveiled the trailer of director Nani’s Delivery Boy, starring Leo Sivakumar, Brigida and Radhika Sarathkumar. The emotional action entertainer centres on a delivery boy caught in a revenge-driven conflict. The film releases worldwide on October 23, 2026

American economists Robert E Hall and Michael Woodford have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economics for developing macroeconomic models that help governments and central banks manage economic fluctuations. The award carries 12 million Swedish kronor, shared equally between them.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has dismissed reports that the December 13 India-Sri Lanka ODI will move from Delhi to Ahmedabad. The clarification comes amid infrastructure work at Arun Jaitley Stadium, while Ahmedabad remains scheduled to host the third ODI

More than 10 people were injured when BJP and Congress workers clashed outside the Congress headquarters in Jamshedpur during a protest over the JNU episode. Police deployed additional forces and are examining video footage to identify those involved in the violence

Star Wars: Galactic Racer combines fast podracing, spectacular crashes and roguelike upgrades in an entertaining racing experience. Its detailed tracks and familiar universe offer plenty for fans, although limited control customisation and the absence of quick races are disappointing omissions.

Relatives and acquaintances of five-year-old Aurelia alias Monu staged a protest demanding capital punishment for Vikram Kumar, who was arrested in connection with her alleged murder in Kowkoor. Police pacified the protesters and assured them of necessary legal action.

Two men posing as journalists allegedly demanded Rs 10,000 from a woman whose house is under construction in Serilingampally. After they reportedly threatened to get the house demolished, locals intervened and manhandled them. A complaint was lodged with the police.

Raghu Vamsi Group has appointed Dr S K Jha as CEO of its Advanced Materials Division. The former MIDHANI chairman will lead the group’s advanced materials business, including development of an integrated nickel-based superalloy manufacturing facility in Telangana.

Hyderabad faces a reported daily water deficit of 150 million gallons as groundwater levels decline and monsoon rainfall remains deficient. HMWSSB supplies 585 MGD against a projected demand of 735 MGD, prompting plans for infrastructure upgrades and long-term supply projects.

Five-time champions India will seek a sixth Men’s Asian Champions Trophy title when the 2026 edition is held in Jalandhar and Mohali from October 27 to November 5. India’s previous triumphs include a shootout win, a shared title and two successful defences

Ghost surgery, in which an unauthorised substitute allegedly performs an operation while the patient is under anaesthesia, has raised concerns over consent and accountability. Public health commentators are calling for stricter rules, transparent records and protected reporting mechanisms in hospitals.

A former security guard was arrested for allegedly kidnapping and murdering a five-year-old girl in Kowkoor and demanding Rs 20 lakh from her family. Police said CCTV footage helped identify the suspect, whose alleged motive and actions were outlined by investigators

A Japanese delegation visited GHMC headquarters on Monday as the Hyderabad–Miyoshi Sister City Partnership marked its 20th anniversary. GHMC officials briefed the visitors on the city’s development vision and initiatives, while both sides discussed urban challenges, governance and municipal services