Salman Khan’s was once punished for not paying school fees, now has Rs 3,000 crore fortune

Entertainment October 3, 2026

The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026 estimates Salman Khan’s wealth at Rs 3,000 crore, behind Shah Rukh Khan’s Rs 10,000 crore and Amitabh Bachchan’s Rs 4,000 crore. Salman recalled being sent out of school because his fees were late, while Aamir Khan described similar financial difficulties. Salman later earned Rs 31,000 for his debut film and built his career from scratch.

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Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 and Vijay Deverakonda’s Ranabaali are two upcoming films set to clash at the box office

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Rs 35 on a Rs 100 movie ticket: How producers calculate ‘net box office’ figures

Entertainment 29 min ago

Producer Shobu Yarlagadda says that from a Rs 100 movie ticket, about Rs 18 goes to GST and roughly Rs 41 to the multiplex. After a distributor’s commission, the producer receives around Rs 35–36. For streaming projects, platforms typically cover costs and pay producers an additional 10–15%, reducing their financial risk but leaving them without extra earnings if a title succeeds.

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Mistaken for years, this highly venomous jellyfish is actually a new species

Lifestyle 41 min ago

Researchers identified a highly venomous new box jellyfish species, *Chironex blakangmati*, in specimens collected from Singapore beaches in 2020 and 2021. Previously mistaken for Japan’s *C. yamaguchii*, it differs in body structures and DNA. Researchers also found the Thai sea wasp, *C. indrasaksajiae*, in Singapore.

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O'Rourke was part of the New Zealand squad that stunned India by beating 3-0 in their tour of the country in late 2024. He picked seven wickets in that series at an average of 18.42. (PTI Photo)

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O’Rourke to miss India Tests, New Zealand hoping pacer is fit in time for Australia tour

Sports 48 min ago

New Zealand fast bowler Will O'Rourke is set to miss the Kiwis' upcoming Test series at home against India. New Zealand Cricket said that the 25-year-old will be sitting out as a precaution as he continues rehabilitate injuries to his left hamstring and calf.

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‘India has lowest data prices’: Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu hits back at Elon Musk

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Zoho founder and CEO Sridhar Vembu has weighed in on the debate surrounding Elon Musk’s Starlink and its entry into India, backing the country’s affordable data prices in a series of posts on X. His response came after the SpaceX CEO alleged that “certain oligarchs” were preventing his satellite internet service from entering the Indian market.

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‘Soha Ali Khan was barely in touch’: Saba recalls feeling hurt during brain tumour battle

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Saba Pataudi said on sister Soha Ali Khan’s podcast that she was hurt when Soha was largely absent after Saba’s brain tumour diagnosis and surgery, though she understood Soha was young and overwhelmed. Diagnosed at 27 with a slow-growing Grade 1 tumour near a short-term-memory area, Saba recalled fears about losing independence and an emotional recovery.

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Soni Razdan Mahesh Bhatt relationship timeline

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Soni Razdan on age gap with Mahesh Bhatt: ‘He comes from a slightly older generation’

Lifestyle 2 hr ago

Soni Razdan said love, openness and self-reflection have helped her and Mahesh Bhatt build an equal relationship. Though they initially had different perspectives because of their generational gap, both grew together, she said, describing them now as best friends. Psychologist Rimpa Sarkar said equality requires partners to welcome feedback.

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Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay jokes about sharing award with Trump

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South African jurist Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay, who has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, had a humorous response to the applause that followed the announcement, joking that she might share the honour with US President Donald Trump. "If you clap a little bit more I may share this prize with Trump," the 85-year-old said in a video shared on X.

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‘35 to 40 grams of protein. Under Rs 500’: Fitness trainer shares daughter’s diet

Lifestyle 4 hr ago

Fitness trainer Sonali Saraogi Singh says her daughter gets 35–40 grams of protein daily for under ₹500, mainly from milk, eggs, protein bread, dal, curd, nuts and dairy-based dinners. Homemade seed powder or a little whey isolate helps fill any shortfall. Dietitian Amreen Sheikh recommends spreading protein across meals.

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Big B writes ‘loved ones gone’ in Nana Patekar’s memory, shares emotional videos

Entertainment 4 hr ago

After Nana Patekar died of cardiac arrest at 75, Amitabh Bachchan mourned his former co-star by sharing clips of their interviews, film appearances and KBC moments. In a blog post, Bachchan reflected on how memories and lessons from loved ones endure. The two actors shared the screen only in the 1999 film Kohram. Patekar’s final rites were held at his Pune farmhouse.

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Drishyam 3 box office day 8: Film crosses Rs 400 cr mark

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Drishyam 3 box office Day 8: Ajay Devgn film earns Rs 407 cr

Entertainment 5 hr ago

Drishyam 3 has grossed Rs 407 crore worldwide in eight days, surpassing Singham Again to become Ajay Devgn’s highest-grossing film. Day 8 earnings rose 11.5% to Rs 14.5 crore; the film has crossed 10 million footfalls and could reach Rs 500 crore. Jaideep Ahlawat joined after Akshaye Khanna’s exit, playing a new character in Abhishek Pathak’s film.

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Indian Railways' new Vande Bharat train completes a 180 kmph trial on the Mathura–Nagda section. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

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Vande Bharat train manufactured in Punjab completes 180 kmph trial on Mathura-Nagda route

India 5 hr ago

A 16-coach Vande Bharat Chair Car trainset built at RCF Kapurthala completed a 180 kmph safety trial on the Mathura–Nagda section on October 8, 2026. The trial assessed high-speed performance and safety; regular service speeds will depend on clearances and operational needs. RCF produced a record 2,383 coaches in 2025–26.

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Inside Jacqueline Fernandez’s Weekly Workout Routine

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Wednesday padel, Thursday Pilates: Jacqueline Fernandez shares her ‘week of workouts’

Lifestyle 5 hr ago

Jacqueline Fernandez’s weekly workout combines leg extensions, running, Padel, Pilates, upper-body strength training and dance. Coach Garima Goyal says the varied routine supports stamina, strength, flexibility and overall fitness, while consistency is more sustainable than intense short-term efforts.

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Indian Railways passengers can claim refunds if their train is cancelled. (Image enhanced using AI)

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Indian Railways train cancelled? Check refund rules for e-tickets and counter tickets

India 2 hr ago

Indian Railways has cancelled more than 240 trains on Saturday amid expected congestion near New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations ahead of a CJP protest. Passengers with cancelled IRCTC e-tickets receive an automatic full refund, usually within 3–7 working days; counter-ticket holders must claim refunds at a computerised PRS counter.

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The more the mind loops through the same thoughts, the less energy a person may have for the things that once brought pleasure. For Renu, painting was one of those things. (AI Generated Image)

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She loved painting, then lost interest: AIIMS doc on unusual signs of depression

Health and Wellness 6 hr ago

Renu, a 32-year-old homemaker, gradually withdrew from friends and lost interest in painting as depression left her exhausted, detached and trapped in negative thoughts. She felt like a burden and feared seeking help because of stigma. An AIIMS psychiatrist says depression can involve numbness and loss of pleasure, and stresses listening to patients’ lived experiences when planning care.

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Anthropic's Claude AI model submitted a bogus tip about an unsolved homicide to a Philadelphia police website during an automated testing process. (Image: Reuters)

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Anthropic discloses rogue AI incident involving fake homicide tip to police

Technology 6 hr ago

Anthropic disclosed that a Claude model submitted a fabricated homicide tip to Philadelphia police in July during automated testing, despite instructions against destructive actions. Police said the tip was flagged as spam, never investigated, and caused no system or data breach; they criticised Anthropic’s two-month delay in reporting it. The incident was among those disclosed to the FTC.

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During the investigation, police said five of the 11 complaints were filed in 2026. (File Photo)

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Kolkata model held in extortion case as police probe 11 ‘false rape complaints’

Cities 7 hr ago

Kolkata Police say a probe into a rape complaint against a dentist uncovered suspected extortion by a 31-year-old model and TV actor. Investigators identified 11 rape and sexual-harassment complaints she filed against about 14 people and are examining claims she sought money and gifts. A dentist’s wife filed an extortion case, prompting the actor’s arrest. Her lawyer denies the allegations.

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Debt deal for Anil Ambani’s Mumbai Metro 1 collapses, longer trains on hold

Cities 4 hr ago

Mumbai Metro One’s debt-restructuring deal collapsed after lender IIFCL UK withheld approval, prompting fresh insolvency proceedings against the Reliance Infrastructure-led operator. The line will keep running, but financial uncertainty threatens plans to add 22 coaches and extend 11 trains from four to six cars.

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Opposition bloc or CJP? Why DMK is in a fix over SIR protests

Political Pulse 8 hr ago

The DMK has yet to decide whether to join protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the voter-list revision. Leaders are divided over supporting the Cockroach Janta Party’s campaign or joining a Congress-led protest, as the party weighs relations with former INDIA allies, possible BJP cooperation and its future electoral options after recent bypoll losses.

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CJP back for Jantar Mantar 2.0. Yet Rahul Gandhi’s street offensive stands out

Political Pulse 8 hr ago

Rahul Gandhi led Congress and INDIA bloc protests against the electoral-roll revision (SIR), calling for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s removal and putting Congress at the centre of the campaign. His confrontational street politics followed student and youth demonstrations that highlighted the impact of protest.

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Madhya Pradesh relieves Deputy Chief Minister's OSD, Madhya Pradesh liquor-shop contracts, Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh government, Indian express news, current affairs

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Why Madhya Pradesh relieved Deputy Chief Minister’s OSD

India 7 hr ago

Madhya Pradesh has removed Deepam Raichura as an additional-charge OSD to Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda while an inquiry examines an unverified claim that Rs 1 crore was paid to secure two Bhopal liquor-shop contracts. Devda said Raichura was not his OSD during the relevant period; Raichura denied the allegation.

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Voter registration a continuous process, Chhattisgarh CEO says

India 8 hr ago

Chhattisgarh will hold a month-long drive to enrol eligible voters missed during the February Special Intensive Revision, as well as first-time voters and people who will turn 18 within a year. Booth-level officers will conduct home visits and camps at polling stations and educational institutions.

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With 6 promises, Arvind Kejriwal hopes to give a glimpse into Goa under AAP

India 8 hr ago

Arvind Kejriwal announced six guarantees for Goa if AAP wins the next Assembly election: round-the-clock power, 300 free electricity units and waived household arrears; free bus travel and Rs 3,000 monthly for women over 18; Rs 10 lakh family health cover; and a sports ground in every village. AAP also promised to repeal Section 39A of Goa’s planning law within a month.

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Striking down 27% quota, MP High Court cites OBC chief ministers, quotes Rousseau

India 3 hr ago

The Madhya Pradesh High Court struck down the state’s 2019 increase in OBC reservations from 14% to 27%, finding no exceptional grounds to exceed the 50% ceiling. Appointments made under the additional quota before September 29, 2022, will stand; later recruitment must use an 87% allocation, leaving 13% unreserved. The state will review the ruling as Congress and BJP traded blame.

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Regional imbalance, different yardsticks: Controversy over J&K’s EWS certificates

Explained 8 hr ago

Jammu and Kashmir's Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) certificates have come under scrutiny over an alleged regional imbalance, with around 91% of certificates issued in Jammu and a much smaller share in Kashmir over the last two years. The controversy centres on income and property eligibility criteria, the nature of housing in Kashmir and calls to reconsider the rules.

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Behind CJP crackdown, an Oct 4 MHA meeting that told states: notice, detain, check funding

Cities 49 min ago

The Union Home Ministry held meetings on October 4 and 8 to prevent people from reaching Delhi for a Cockroach Janata Party protest, after earlier demonstrations drew larger crowds than expected. Police were told to warn past protesters and members of certain organisations, consider preventive action, and examine funding.

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CPR or pulse check: What to do when someone is unconscious

Lifestyle 9 hr ago

For an untrained bystander, checking for a pulse can be difficult and delay lifesaving CPR. Ensure the scene is safe, check responsiveness and normal breathing, and treat unresponsiveness with absent or abnormal breathing—including gasping—as a cardiac emergency. Call emergency services, start chest compressions promptly, and use an AED if available, following its instructions.

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Invest in question banks, set question paper closer to examination: House panel to NTA

India 9 hr ago

A parliamentary committee urged a structural overhaul of the NTA, recommending a secure, continuously updated question bank, expert vetting and permanent specialist staff to prevent leaks and restore trust. It backed NEET-UG’s shift to computer-based testing, contingent on government-run infrastructure, including 1,000 centres, and suggested a hybrid interim model.

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Seized from Thane two years ago, infant orangutan set to return to Indonesia

India 6 hr ago

A three-year-old male orangutan seized from a Dombivli apartment in November 2024 is expected to return to Indonesia within days, officials said. Indian approvals have been issued, while Indonesia is completing entry formalities.

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Delhi locks down to block protests seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar exit

Cities 10 hr ago

Ahead of a protest demanding Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, Delhi closed 45 Metro stations, cancelled 245 trains, suspended mobile Internet in parts of Central Delhi and deployed thousands of security personnel. Authorities restricted access and prepared detention sites.

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‘Kashmir model exported to Delhi’: Omar Abdullah’s dig at curbs ahead of CJP protest

India 11 hr ago

Omar Abdullah criticized Delhi’s 24-hour mobile internet shutdown ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s Saturday protest, calling it a “Kashmir model” security measure. In Delhi for an INDIA bloc meeting with President Murmu, he also demanded the reversal of alleged voter-list deletions and the Chief Election Commissioner’s resignation.

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Why Sonam Wangchuk won’t be joining CJP’s Delhi protest today

India 11 hr ago

Sonam Wangchuk said he would miss the Cockroach Janata Party’s October 10 Delhi protest to continue Ladakh projects, including artificial glaciers and research to reduce risks from more than 200 glacial lakes. He urged protest leaders to remain united and young people to stay peaceful, invoking Gandhi’s legacy.

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How a fifteen-second shot clock helped archers learn to shoot under pressure

Sports 15 hr ago

The Archery Premier League’s 15-second shot limit helped Indian archers focus on execution rather than dwell on previous shots or feel pressure. Athletes say the faster pace encourages instinctive shooting and has improved their confidence and speed. The approach contributed to India’s record nine-medal haul, including five golds, and could influence future selection competitions.

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Why Nimrat Kaur doesn’t keep a TV at home: ‘Have that stress’

Lifestyle 16 hr ago

Actor Nimrat Kaur, 44, told ANI she keeps no television at home, preferring travel, temples, spiritual sites and mountains. Psychotherapist Delnna Rrajesh said constant stimulation can limit reflection and imagination, advising people to choose media deliberately, accept some boredom and stop watching when it no longer holds their interest.

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Sherfane Rutherford of West Indies and Shai Hope of West Indies during the 2nd T20I match between India and West Indies at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi, India on October 9, 2026.

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Hope, Rutherford star as West Indies defeat India by 6 wickets, level series

Sports 16 hr ago

West Indies defeated India by six wickets in Ranchi, chasing a target of 250 to level the five-match T20I series at 1-1. Shai Hope struck 102 and Sherfane Rutherford made 84 in a 120-run partnership after India had reduced the visitors to 58/3; Romario Shepherd sealed the win with a quick 34.

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East Bengal start their title defence with a match away from home against Churchill Brothers. (AIFF Photo) Indian Super league

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Indian Super League enters a new era, but echoes of instability remain

Sports 16 hr ago

The ISL returns after a year-long crisis that brought club closures, ownership changes and a shortened season. Clubs will run the league for four years, with matches shown on Sony platforms and streamed free on YouTube to rebuild access and visibility.

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India's Sanju Samson plays a shot during the second T20I cricket match of a series between India and West Indies, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. (PTI Photo)

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Why, despite a far-from-perfect innings, Sanju Samson made an impact

Sports 16 hr ago

Sanju Samson scored 82 off 41 balls against West Indies in a crucial T20, combining moments of restraint with powerful hitting, including two sixes off Akeal Hosein. His innings helped India seize control, though he fell 18 runs short of a century. After a mixed run of form, the knock could prove important for sustaining his place in the team.

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A gastroenterologist explains why overeating causes bloating

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How to avoid bloating after heavy meals: 4 tips from a gastroenterologist

Lifestyle 17 hr ago

Overeating can stretch the stomach and slow digestion, while fatty foods and eating quickly may increase gas and bloating. A gastroenterologist recommends starting with vegetables, soup or salad; eating slowly and chewing thoroughly; avoiding fizzy drinks and large amounts of fluid with meals; and taking a gentle 10–15-minute walk afterward.

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Kamal Hassan reacts to Elon Musk's Starlink claims. (File photo)

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‘India is a democracy’: Kamal Haasan fires back at Elon Musk over Starlink claims

Entertainment 17 hr ago

Kamal Haasan responded to Elon Musk’s criticism of delays to Starlink’s India launch, saying no billionaire should dictate national policy. He backed competition in satellite internet if services are affordable and secure, while defending India’s right to protect strategic infrastructure and domestic interests.

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Sahil Jadhav dials psychologist for help, wins two gold at Asiad and spot at LA Olympics

Sports 16 hr ago

Sahil Jadhav won two Asian Games gold medals, including a mixed-team victory with Chikitha Taniparthi that secured India’s first quota for compound archery at the LA 2028 Olympics. After struggling with anxiety and self-doubt, he built confidence through three years of sports psychology, disciplined routines and repeated shoot-off practice.

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Actor Rajeev Siddhartha on Kirti Kulhari: How their love story began by chance

Lifestyle 18 hr ago

Rajeev Siddhartha said he and Kirti Kulhari barely spoke while filming *Four More Shots Please!*; they connected later after sitting together on a flight and discovered they enjoyed each other’s company. Relationship coach Delnna Rrajesh said lasting relationships depend not just on chemistry, but also on compatibility.

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BCCI invited IPL stakeholders to lay down plans for IPL’s 20th edition in 2027

Sports 18 hr ago

The BCCI has invited state associations, IPL franchise owners and CEOs, and broadcasters to a joint meeting in Mumbai on October 15 to review past seasons and coordinate preparations for the league’s 20th edition in 2027. The board is also expected to decide in the coming weeks whether to retain the widely criticised Impact Player rule, ahead of the retention deadline and a mini-auction.

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Tanushree Dutta on Bigg Boss participation.

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Celebs back Tanushree Dutta amid backlash over Nana Patekar remarks

Entertainment 18 hr ago

Sandhya Mridul and Sona Mohapatra defended Tanushree Dutta after she faced criticism for her reaction to Nana Patekar’s death. They argued that death does not erase alleged abuse or survivors’ experiences, and said people can mourn Patekar without expecting Dutta to suppress her account. Dutta has said she was sexually harassed on the set of *Horn Ok Pleasss* when she was 24.

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Navanethem Pillay speaks at the Nuremberg Forum on Friday, the day she was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. (Daniel Karmann/dpa via AP)

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Nobel Peace Prize: Why Navi Pillay’s work matters amid ‘existential challenges’ today

Explained 17 hr ago

Navanethem “Navi” Pillay, 85, won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for advancing international law. A former defender of political prisoners under apartheid, she helped establish landmark Rwanda tribunal rulings, recognising rape as a tool of genocide. She also served on the International Court of Justice and led a UN inquiry into Palestinian territories.

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5 scenic getaways near Delhi for a quick weekend escape

Lifestyle 19 hr ago

Five road-trip destinations offer a quick escape from Delhi: Lansdowne and Rishikesh for hills, forests and a two- or three-day stay; Bharatpur for wetlands and winter birdwatching at Keoladeo National Park; Sariska for forest scenery and wildlife safaris; and Neemrana, about 120 km away, for a shorter heritage break at its historic fort.

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‘Had recommended Jasprit Bumrah for RCB in 2014’: Parthiv Patel

Sports 19 hr ago

Parthiv Patel said he recommended Jasprit Bumrah to Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the 2014 IPL mega auction, but the team passed on him; Mumbai Indians signed the bowler instead. Bumrah has since taken 187 wickets in 158 matches for MI. In 2026, he captained the side for the first time, leading Mumbai to a six-wicket win over Punjab Kings.

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Woman lost 45 kg; her old jeans now look twice her size

Lifestyle 20 hr ago

Content creator Saakshi Singh shared her old jeans after losing 45 kg, calling the achievement a source of motivation for others. Dietitian Garima Goyal cautioned that substantial weight loss takes sustained lifestyle changes and may reduce muscle as well as fat. She recommended adequate protein, resistance training and a planned calorie deficit.

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Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series brings upgraded performance, camera capabilities and thermal management to its latest flagship lineup.

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Apple cuts iPhone 18 Pro orders due to soft demand: Report

Technology 20 hr ago

Apple has reportedly asked suppliers to cut iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max component orders by at least 15% for October as memory costs rise and demand softens. The premium models start $100 above their predecessors. AI data-center demand is driving chip shortages and price increases; however, the slowdown may also reflect Apple’s changed launch schedule. Reuters could not verify the report.

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Mandal-Mandir to Jantar Mantar: What to know about AISA, its history and ideology

Explained 2 hr ago

An October 10 protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation will be led by Cockroach Janta Party and left-wing student groups, including AISA, amid concerns over electoral-roll revisions. We trace AISA’s 1990 origins as CPI(ML) Liberation’s student wing, its shift from the Naxalite movement toward mass organising, and its anti-Hindutva, secular and left-wing politics.

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Indian fans take stand for Bollywood, make Thai actors apologise for stereotyping

Entertainment 21 hr ago

Thai actors Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit faced backlash after a “Bollywood Hero” game on *Katanyu Tonight* was criticised for caricaturing Indian mannerisms. Both actors apologised, saying they did not intend to mock Indians or any culture. The show’s production team also apologised, said it would learn from the feedback, and promised to remove the segment.

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Woman recovering after hysterectomy monitoring blood sugar

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Hysterectomy, hormones and blood sugar: What happens after surgery

Lifestyle 21 hr ago

Hysterectomy alone does not usually directly affect blood sugar, but surgery-related stress, reduced activity, medications and altered eating can cause temporary fluctuations. Removing both ovaries may trigger surgical menopause, potentially reducing insulin sensitivity. Women with diabetes, prediabetes, obesity, PCOS or other metabolic risks should monitor glucose and seek medical advice

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