Shehnaaz Gill recalls being trolled for her body on Bigg Boss
Shehnaaz Gill recalled how she was severely trolled after she appeared on Bigg Boss in 2019.
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‘Only rate hike or pause ahead’: RBI Governor rules out rate cut in near-term
The RBI raised its repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% and shifted its stance to “calibrated tightening,” signalling that near-term rate cuts are off the table and another hike remains possible.
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Vijay Deverakonda says Rashmika Mandanna tells him ‘I love you’ 10-15 times a day
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna discussed their relationship on Prakhar Gupta’s podcast, with Vijay saying Rashmika reminds him to express his love, not just feel it. An expert explains that verbal affection can ease uncertainty and help couples stay connected when backed by actions. The pair also described frequent physical touch as part of everyday life.
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How ‘Hanuman Ansh’ turned Neem Karoli Baba’s Kainchi Dham into a crowded, littered hotspot
Kainchi Dham, the Uttarakhand ashram associated with Neem Karoli Baba, has seen a sharp rise in attention in recent months, with the site drawing larger crowds following the success of the film Hanuman Ansh. The surge has prompted concern among locals, with influencer Aishwarya Kandpal speaking out about the growing crowds, traffic, litter, and social media activity around the ashram.
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Virat Kohli refutes claim he visited Pemanand Ji Maharaj for Rs 5 cr: ‘Out of deep faith’
Virat Kohli has rejected as “false, baseless and factually incorrect” an allegation that he was paid Rs 5 crore for his first visit to Premanand Maharaj’s ashram. His spokesperson said Kohli and wife Anushka Sharma visit out of faith and urged media outlets to verify claims. The allegation was made by Dinesh Sharma after disciple Rasik Dulari’s death; the investigation into her death is ongoing.
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‘Can a fatty liver return to its normal size?’
Fatty liver often improves with early intervention, including sustainable weight loss, a balanced diet, exercise and control of metabolic conditions. Losing around 5% of body weight may reduce liver fat. Recovery depends on disease severity; advanced scarring may limit reversibility. Improvement can begin within weeks or months, but liver size alone is not diagnostic.
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Rise And Fall 2: Karan Patel, Tej Pratap Yadav exit Virender Sehwag’s show
Four contestants have left Prime Video’s *Rise and Fall 2*, which began streaming on September 26. Karan Patel exited on medical grounds after tests indicated he was unfit to continue; Tej Pratap Yadav left due to political and legal commitments. Earlier, Siwet Tomar was removed after a physical altercation, while Anish Bhagat was evicted after receiving the fewest votes.
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Free international roaming on new Airtel postpaid plans: Check prices and benefits
Airtel’s postpaid plans launch October 8, 2026, priced from ₹499 to ₹1,799 monthly, with family options for up to five SIMs. They include unlimited data and calls, spam and fraud protection, and entertainment subscriptions. Each SIM also gets one free international roaming trip annually, with a five-day pack offering 5GB of data, 60 call minutes and SMS benefits.
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Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra announce second pregnancy: ‘Blessed once again’
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra announced their second pregnancy on Wednesday. They welcomed their daughter, Saraayah, in 2025.
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Gold Rate Today, October 7: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai…
On October 7, 2026, Indian retail gold prices fell from the previous day: 24-carat gold was ₹14,957 per gram, 22-carat ₹13,710 and 18-carat ₹11,218. In contrast, MCX December gold and silver futures rose 0.50% and 0.62%, with gold reclaiming ₹1.50 lakh per 10 grams.
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Sennheiser Momentum 5 review: Audiophile sound that now packs lighter
Sennheiser’s Momentum 5 combines a more compact case and comfortable fit with wired connectivity, noise cancellation and customisable app controls. In listening tests, it delivered controlled bass, convincing stereo imaging, spacious detail and clear highs. The reviewer says its sound makes it a standout for music lovers, but at Rs 39,990 it is an expensive purchase and not for everyone.
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Hanuman Ansh earns just Rs 20 lakh less than The Vvaan on 9th Tuesday
Vishal Chaturvedi’s devotional film Hanuman Ansh, which features Shobhinaw Satyaa as revered spiritual guru Neem Karoli Baba, continues to hold its own in front of new releases even in its ninth week at the domestic box office. While its daily earnings pale in comparison to Ajay Devgn-starrer crime thriller Drishyam 3, it’s on the verge of surpassing The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest.
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‘Going to hurt a lot’: Tears flow as Messi makes his final Argentina appearance
Lionel Messi was seen in tears as he travelled to Buenos Aires’ Monumental Stadium for his final appearance for the Argentina national team as thousands of fans gathered along the streets to bid farewell to their captain.
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Ronaldo defers Portugal retirement, seeks ‘punishment’ for walkout
Cristiano Ronaldo will continue playing for Portugal after serving his suspension, but apologised for abruptly leaving the team’s Nations League camp. In a lengthy statement, he accused coach Jorge Jesus of breaking their agreement twice: first by not playing him against Norway, then by failing to present their agreed account to the media.
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Soundarya Rajinikanth says parents ‘changing’ male-dominated dynamic at home
Soundarya Rajinikanth said her parents supported her through her 2017 divorce and are now moving away from the male-dominated household dynamics she grew up with. She said her views on love have evolved, and her failed first marriage strengthened rather than diminished her belief in marriage. In her current marriage to actor Vishagan Vanangamudi, they follow a “meet halfway” approach.
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Radhikka Madan swears by home food, reveals recent lifestyle changes: ‘Very little wheat’
Actor Radhikka Madan says she loves home-cooked food and doesn’t follow a diet, though she has stopped consuming sugar and milk and greatly reduced wheat. Physician Dr Aniket Mule says reducing added sugar can be beneficial, but cutting out milk or wheat is an individual choice. He advises replacing lost nutrients, avoiding trend-driven restrictions, balanced meals and gradual changes.
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Satheesan calls out ‘unnecessary’ angioplasty: Who needs a stent, who doesn’t?
Kerala CM V D Satheesan’s call to curb “unnecessary” angioplasty has prompted doctors to warn that broad criticism could erode trust and deter patients from life-saving treatment. Cardiologists say angioplasty is urgent during many heart attacks, but often offers no added protection over medication for stable disease. Decisions should reflect each patient’s symptoms, test results and risks.
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Qazi Touqeer not exiting Bigg Boss 20, team dismisses eviction rumors: ‘Stay calm’
Qazi Touqeer’s team denied reports that he left Bigg Boss 20 or was diagnosed with dengue, confirming he remains in the house. The singer has had a fever, was examined by a doctor and is resting while continuing to participate. Recent episodes showed him emotional over tensions with Arishfa, whose offer of food moved him. A promo also teases a confrontation between Qazi and Scout OP.
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OpenAI releases 372 groups of math results from unreleased frontier AI model
OpenAI released 722 AI-generated manuscripts covering 372 groups of mathematical and theoretical computer science results, claiming solutions or progress on hundreds of open problems. Many proofs are formalised in Lean, and the company plans to add more. The release follows its Navier–Stokes claim and includes citation and revision protocols developed with an independent advisory group.
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Eva Marie Saint dies at 102: Legendary actor won Oscar for debut role in On the Waterfront
Eva Marie Saint, the pale, willowy actor who won an Academy Award for her first movie, On the Waterfront, and starred opposite Cary Grant in the Alfred Hitchcock thriller North by Northwest, has died. She was 102. Saint, whose acting work lasted well into her 90s, died at her home in Los Angeles on Tuesday, confirmed family representative Jeff Sanderson.
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Messi’s farewell speech: ‘Not being with Argentina anymore will hurt a lot’
Lionel Messi bid farewell to Argentina in a 3-0 win over Benin at El Monumental, scoring once and assisting Nicolás Otamendi. The 39-year-old leaves with 126 international goals and a record 66 assists, after helping Argentina win the 2022 World Cup, Copa América and Finalissima.
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Claude comes to Google Workspace: Here’s how to edit Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides
Anthropic on Tuesday, October 6, announced an expansion of its Claude AI-powered services into Google Workspace, enabling users to work with the AI chatbot on Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. It also lets users create and edit Google files directly from their Claude chat window. ‘Claude for Google Workspace’ has been released in public beta for all paid Claude plans.
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Arvind Swamy says wife Aparna is ‘bubbly and energetic’: ‘I am introverted, need my space’
Arvind Swamy opened up about his marriage to Aparna, saying she is extroverted while he is introverted, and explained how they make their differences work.
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Drishyam 3: Ajay Devgn’s Vijay is like any political leader
Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 is the representation of the moral decay of our society because here, good does not win over evil, and justice is never served.
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Jonathan Bailey as Dracula: Mary Lambert talks casting the ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ as vampire
In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Dracula director Mary Lambert talks about casting Jonathan Bailey as Dracula in Audible's adaptation, and using her experience on Pet Sematary and Madonna's "Like A Prayer" to tell the horror tale.
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Google fights £1 billion UK lawsuit over app store fees in latest Big Tech case
Google was accused of abusing its dominance to levy excessive commissions on app developers, as a mass consumer lawsuit worth over £1 billion ($1.33 billion) began in London on Tuesday. The case — brought on behalf of around 20 million consumers who bought apps through Google's Play Store, or paid for in-app purchases and subscriptions between 2015 and this July.
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UK watchdog opens first Online Safety Act probe into Meta
Ofcom has opened its first formal Online Safety Act investigation into Meta, examining whether it adequately assessed risks to children and illegal content before launching Instagram’s disappearing-content feature, Instants, in May. Meta says it completed a risk analysis, briefed Ofcom and built in safety protections, and will cooperate.
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Navratri 2026: Start and End Date, Navratri Colours With Calendar
Sharad Navratri 2026 will be observed from October 11–20, with Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on the final day. The nine-night festival honours Goddess Durga and celebrates good’s victory over evil. Durga Puja traditions include worship, pandal visits and idol immersion; in north India, Ramlila performances lead to Ravana-effigy burnings. The festival calendar also assigns each day a goddess and colour.
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UPI, govt salaries may be used to measure growth in health, education services
MoSPI plans to expand its experimental Index of Services Production to cover education, health, public administration and defence, lifting coverage of services-sector GVA from about 60% to 78%. It may use UPI data to track private activity and government salary and spending records to measure public services.
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Messi shines in Argentina farewell, ends 21-year career with goal and assist
Lionel Messi ended his international career with a 3-0 Argentina win over Benin in Buenos Aires. In his final match, he assisted Nicolás Otamendi and scored a penalty. Messi retires as Argentina’s record appearance-maker, scorer and assist provider, with 207 caps, 126 goals and 66 assists. His honours include the 2022 World Cup and Copa América titles in 2021 and 2024.
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Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh detained by ICE en route to ‘Art as Resistance’ panel
Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was detained by US immigration agents at Washington Dulles airport on September 24, according to the Independent, despite presenting immigration documents. The 42-year-old was held at a Virginia detention facility and expected to appear before an immigration judge.
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Naman Dhir had barely bowled in IPL. Then came his 3/31 on India debut
Naman Dhir took 3/31 on his T20I debut against West Indies, saying regular practice kept him ready despite limited IPL bowling opportunities under the Impact Player rule. Inspired by Axar Patel’s slower bowling on a turning pitch, Dhir followed his plans.
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Opp hits the street against CEC, its leaders detained
INDIA bloc MPs protested the Election Commission’s voter-roll revision and called for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign. Police detained Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and other leaders after an eight-hour standoff near the Commission’s headquarters.
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MPs wanted a meeting in Parliament Annexe… against protocol, says Election Commission
The Election Commission said no party requested a meeting before 4 pm Tuesday. It later learned that 240 Opposition MPs, led by Rahul Gandhi, wanted to meet at Parliament House Annexe—a venue it said violated protocol, which requires meetings at the Commission’s premises. The EC offered to send a senior officer to receive their memorandum, but the MPs declined.
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CEC Gyanesh Kumar postpones 2-day Chhattisgarh visit
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and other senior Election Commission officials have postponed their planned October 7–8 visit to Chhattisgarh for unavoidable reasons. The itinerary included temples in Dantewada and Kawardha and Chitrakoot waterfall in Bastar. A revised date will be announced separately.
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How to test whether a compostable bag breaks down at home
“Compostable” bags may require industrial facilities rather than a home compost bin, so check packaging for home-compostability certification and follow the manufacturer’s disposal instructions. To test a bag, bury a sample in damp, well-aerated compost and inspect it monthly for several months; breaking into pieces does not prove full biodegradation.
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Inside Ananya Panday’s Greece vacation: ‘Most beautiful five days’
Inspired by Ananya Panday’s Greece getaway, the article highlights six TripAdvisor-recommended attractions: Athens’ ancient Acropolis and lively Plaka neighbourhood; Crete’s pink-sand Elafonissi Beach and turquoise Balos Lagoon; Corfu’s scenic Paleokastritsa Beach and nearby caves; and Meteora’s six Orthodox monasteries perched on towering sandstone pillars.
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The bone–blood sugar connection: What osteocalcin has to do with glucose control
Bones may influence glucose regulation through signals such as osteocalcin, but evidence for a meaningful effect in humans remains uncertain; the link is not proof that changing bone health lowers blood sugar. Diabetes can weaken bone quality and raise fracture risk, while shared factors contribute to both conditions.
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‘You are licking an ice cube’: Vijay Deverakonda recalls cutting water intake for Liger
Vijay Deverakonda said he limited water to as little as 100–300 ml daily before filming *Liger* to look more defined, describing intense thirst and difficulty with longer fasts. Experts warn that dehydration causes temporary water-weight loss, not fat loss, and can damage vital organs.
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Pakistan, Turkey back Saudi Arabia against Houthis: Why troops may not enter combat
Turkey and Pakistan agreed to provide military capabilities to Saudi Arabia under their collective-defence pact, but active combat deployment is not expected immediately. The agreement’s implementation depends on national laws; Turkey’s parliament has yet to ratify it, and Pakistan says both countries are currently providing supportive assistance.
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Punjab is among India’s top grain producers. So why is it unable to store it?
Punjab’s grain-storage crunch is worsening as fresh paddy arrives while 6 lakh tonnes of rice await delivery and 17 lakh tonnes of wheat occupy storage sites. Despite 175 lakh tonnes of covered capacity, grain is being moved out more slowly than needed. Officials propose speeding up transport and building storage outside the state.
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Shahi vs kadhai paneer: Why one has more calories and fat
Per 100 grams, shahi paneer has roughly the same protein as kadhai paneer (9–10 g) but more calories and fat: 280–320 kcal and 22–25 g of fat, versus 180–220 kcal and 12–15 g. Dietitian Kanikka Malhotra attributes the difference to shahi paneer’s cream, cashew paste and khoya. Kadhai paneer’s vegetables add nutrients. For more protein
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Why Anthropic is turning to religion to shape Claude’s values
Anthropic has consulted religious leaders and philosophers to shape Claude’s values. Participants disagreed: some dismissed current models’ moral status, while others questioned the implications of treating potentially conscious systems as tools. The debate comes as people seek moral guidance from chatbots, raising concerns about who sets AI’s values and how those values may spread globally.
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Vidyut Jammwal holds his breath for 15 minutes without blinking, fans call him ‘master’
Vidyut Jammwal stunned attendees at a Mumbai Street Fighter event by meditating while holding his breath and remaining still for about 15 minutes. He said the practice, drawn from the Patanjali Yoga Sutras, has helped him achieve milestones and is something he teaches young people. Videos of the demonstration went viral.
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Top 10 countries for retirement report and index 2026: Uruguay ranks No. 1
Uruguay topped Global Citizen Solutions’ 2026 retirement index with a score of 99.90, ahead of Mauritius, Spain and Costa Rica. The index evaluates quality of life, mobility and citizenship, taxes, costs and investment, and administrative procedures.
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Baft-e-Hawa: Janhvi Kapoor turns heads in a 460-count Bengal muslin sari in Paris
Janhvi Kapoor wore a 460-count, unbleached Bengal muslin sari by Pankaj S Heritage to the Business of Fashion gala in Paris. Styled by Rhea Kapoor, the look paired the airy, historic textile with an ornate jewel-encrusted blouse. Experts said the contrast highlights the muslin’s craftsmanship while giving it a contemporary feel.
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What the 2026 Physics Nobel winner has done: Capturing messengers from space in ice
Francis Halzen won the 2026 Physics Nobel for leading the development of IceCube and helping discover high-energy neutrinos from space. These nearly massless, uncharged particles reveal information about cosmic events but are hard to detect. Halzen proposed using Antarctic ice to capture the faint light produced by rare neutrino collisions.
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Feeling fine after a heart attack? You could still have a serious blockage
Feeling well after a heart attack does not rule out a serious coronary blockage: symptoms may ease while artery narrowing remains or other blockages go unnoticed. Cardiologist Aseem Dhall says follow-up tests—such as ECGs, blood tests, echocardiograms, stress tests or angiography—help assess risk and guide treatment.
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Wins Nobel Prize, makes school sandwiches: Karl Deisseroth shares moment with children
Stanford University professor Karl Deisseroth shared an emotional moment when he told his children that he had won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
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Protests against Gyanesh Kumar: The 2006 corruption case that led to his removal from post
Keralam has ordered its Vigilance Bureau to reopen a stalled 2006 bribery probe involving Gyanesh Kumar, now India’s Chief Election Commissioner. The allegations reportedly stemmed from a suicide note by a Malaysian project manager linked to delays and unpaid bills on a World Bank-funded road project; the note was never made public. The move comes amid calls for Kumar’s resignation over SIR.
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King Charles warns Andrew not to use royal funds in battle against police
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has reportedly been warned not to use money provided to him by King Charles from the monarch’s private funds to finance his legal challenge against Thames Valley police. This comes in the backdrop of the former Duke of York seeking to quash search warrants that led to his arrest earlier this year for his alleged role in sharing sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein.