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Telangana extends the Kaleshwaram barrage repair EOI deadline to October 22 after limited responses. Officials hope the extra time will attract specialized agencies to restore Medigadda, Annaram, and Sundilla barrages, critical for irrigating over 36 lakh acres.

Rishabh Pant will captain India A in two four-day matches against South Africa A at Bengaluru. Both squads combine experienced domestic players and emerging talent, with Sai Sudharsan as vice-captain, providing a platform to assess India’s bench strength.

Belize signed a controversial “safe third country” agreement with the U.S., allowing certain asylum seekers to be transferred there. Critics in Belize's parliament decry lack of transparency and potential risks to sovereignty, security, and humanitarian standards. Senate ratification is pending

A 23-member Indian boxing team leaves for Bahrain to compete in the 3rd Asian Youth Games. Featuring Under-17 gold medalists from national and Asian championships, the squad is poised to showcase India’s growing strength in youth boxing.

Two people died in a road accident near Kondannapalli, Karimnagar, on Tuesday morning when a motorcycle crashed into a car, causing it to hit a tree. The victims, including school operator Thorikonda Mallaiah, died on the spot from severe injuries

A massive fire erupted at a kite-making godown in Mangalhat, Hyderabad, on Monday midnight. The blaze spread quickly due to stored kites, but fire personnel contained it without any casualties, according to officials.

In Hyderabad, 16-year-old Mehak died and her mother and brother were seriously injured after their scooter allegedly collided with a fire truck at RTC Cross Roads–VST Junction. Police have registered a case and shifted the injured to Gandhi Hospital.

Dulquer Salmaan’s *Kaantha*, directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, will release globally on November 14. Set in 1950s Madras, the film explores creative conflict and societal change through the lens of a filmmaker and his protégé. It co-stars Bhagyashri Borse and Samuthirakani

Sanae Takaichi became Japan’s first female Prime Minister after being elected by the Upper House. A former TV anchor and long-serving LDP politician, she now faces the challenge of uniting a divided party and restoring public confidence amid economic pressures.

Jammu IGP Bhim Sen Tuti said over 100 anti-terror operations occur daily across the region, with foreign terrorists hiding in forests posing a major challenge. Speaking on Police Commemoration Day, he honored martyrs and emphasized the broad scope of police duties

Ana de Armas calls Tom Cruise a dear friend and mentor, denying dating rumors. She champions original female-led action films over gender-swapped roles, promoting *Ballerina* at CinemaCon, and reflects on her standout Bond role as Paloma in 'No Time to Die'

During Diwali celebrations in Hyderabad, over 70 people, mostly children, sustained eye injuries from firecrackers. Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital treated most patients on an outpatient basis, while a few were admitted for observation and potential surgical intervention.

Nadimuddin, an Intermediate student of Karimnagar’s Minority Residential School, died after being hit by a speeding lorry while trying to flee the school premises. His body was shifted to the government hospital for postmortem, police said.

Gold and silver prices corrected after record highs, but festive jewellery sales during Dhanteras surged 35–40 per cent. Silver ETFs saw steep declines amid global price cooling, while gold eased on profit-booking and rate-cut expectations.

At least 47 people, including 20 children, were injured during Diwali celebrations in Hyderabad, most due to firecracker accidents. Four fire incidents were also reported across the city, causing significant property loss but no casualties, officials said.

Breaking with tradition, the NSE and BSE will hold Diwali Muhurat trading in the afternoon between 1:45 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. today, marking the start of Samvat 2082. Commodity markets will follow similar timings amid festive investor optimism.

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol skipped his second martial law-related trial for the third straight session. The Seoul court proceeded without him as witnesses testified about his alleged abuse of power and obstruction of detention during the failed martial law attempt.

Delhi-NCR’s air quality plummeted to the ‘very poor’ category after Diwali, with several areas recording ‘severe’ pollution levels. Despite restrictions, widespread fireworks worsened air quality, prompting authorities to activate Stage-II of the Graded Response Action Plan.

Rahul Ghosalya, a 22-year-old MBBS student from Rajasthan studying in Kazakhstan, was airlifted to Jaipur after suffering a brain stroke. Now admitted to SMS Hospital’s ICU, his evacuation was made possible after appeals by his family and social groups.

The US Department of Homeland Security has clarified that the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to first-time applicants outside the US, exempting current visa holders and those seeking extensions or status changes.

Former US President Joe Biden, 82, has completed radiation therapy for an aggressive form of prostate cancer diagnosed earlier this year. His post-office team said the cancer, with a high Gleason score, had spread to his bones.

US President Donald Trump said he expects a “fantastic” trade deal with Chinese leader Xi Jinping amid rising tensions over rare earth exports. Trump confirmed plans to meet Xi at the APEC summit, despite threats of new 100% tariffs.

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Mumbai Meteors booked their semifinal berth in the Prime Volleyball League with a hard-fought 3-1 win over Chennai Blitz in Hyderabad. Mathias Loftesnes starred for Mumbai, while Shubham’s super spike clinched the marathon fourth set.