How Indian Railways aims to maximise its freight revenue potential
Indian Railways is expanding and multitracking its seven high-density networks, which handle over 40% of railway traffic, to reduce congestion and strengthen freight transportation.
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In MP, a proposed nuclear plant runs into village resistance before construction
Villagers in Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, halted preliminary drilling for Tata Power’s proposed 2×220 MW nuclear plant near Rojhauhi, opposing the project and disputing claims that the Gram Sabha consented. The district administration says no land has been allotted and the work is only to assess site suitability, not begin construction.
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How Rajasthan cops trapped a ‘most wanted’ drug fugitive
Rajasthan Police arrested alleged drug trafficker Sohanlal, 32, at the Raxaul border after ANTF officers posing as Punjab-based buyers lured him from Nepal. Wanted since a 2020 NDPS case and carrying a ₹75,000 reward, he had allegedly run a cross-state network supplying poppy husk and opium through associates. The arrest was the ANTF’s first of an internationally absconding fugitive.
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Payoff case: What lies ahead for Pinarayi Vijayan as Kerala vigilance prepares to file FIR
Kerala’s VACB will register an FIR on Monday against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter T Veena and others over alleged illegal payments to Veena’s firm, Exalogic Solutions, by CMRL. The High Court ordered the case under the Prevention of Corruption Act, ruling that a preliminary inquiry was not required.
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Why repolls in 50 Punjab civic bodies put AAP under a cloud before 2027 vote
The Supreme Court has ordered repolling within six weeks in 50 Punjab municipal wards after its fact-finding Commission documented alleged intimidation, blocked nominations, police misconduct and bogus voting during the December 2024 polls. The affected wards are in Patiala, Baghapurana and Dharamkot, where AAP candidates had won most seats, often unopposed.
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Alliance or revival? Why Congress faces a deep dilemma in Uttar Pradesh
With the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election approaching, Congress has appointed Aradhana Misra as state party chief and Imran Masood as working president, ahead of seat-sharing talks with the Samajwadi Party. The reshuffle signals an effort to rebuild the party’s traditional Brahmin-Muslim-Dalit coalition.
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Can you really tell if someone has high blood sugar by looking at their face?
Facial redness, rashes, pigmentation or skin tags cannot diagnose diabetes, despite social-media claims; many have other causes. Some findings—such as velvety darkened skin, recurrent infections, skin tags or certain lipid-related plaques—may warrant a medical check for insulin resistance or broader metabolic risk.
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At Chennai event, Rahul Gandhi says PM Narendra Modi silencing voices
Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of “vote chori” and undermining democracy, dubbing him “Mogambo Modi” at a Chennai student event. He alleged that Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah threatened Tamil language and culture through Hindi imposition, the New Education Policy and delimitation, and urged students not to be afraid.
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Policemen reach Rohtak village to detain protester, villagers take them hostage
Hundreds of villagers in Kabulpur, Haryana, held a police team at Zila Parishad member Jai Dev Dagar’s home for hours after officers arrived to detain him ahead of a Delhi protest. They demanded a senior officer explain the action in writing and released the team around 1 pm after receiving a signed note citing prohibitory orders.
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2010-batch IAS officer appointed Deputy Election Commissioner
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet named Rajasthan-cadre IAS officer Prakash Rajpurohit Deputy Election Commissioner, filling the post left vacant after Sanjay Kumar’s premature repatriation in August. Rajpurohit, currently a Joint Secretary in the Defence Ministry, will serve until April 2030.
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Delhi protests: SC to hear plea seeking contempt action against authorities today
The Supreme Court will hold a special Sunday hearing on claims that authorities breached court orders by detaining Opposition leaders and restricting transport during protests demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Petitioners allege suppression of peaceful protest and seek contempt action over Metro closures and cancelled trains.
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People taken away by police; Delhi won’t be held hostage, says CM
Delhi police detained about 7,000 people during a lockdown-backed crackdown on the Cockroach Janta Party’s protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Authorities sealed Jantar Mantar and closed 45 Metro stations, but scattered demonstrations continued. Police said six officers were injured.
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Amid stir against election chief, protester thrashed, stones thrown at bus of detainees
Violence erupted near Palika Bazar during protests over alleged voter-roll irregularities, despite heavy security. A young protester was beaten, and separate footage showed stones thrown at a bus carrying detainees. Police said they were investigating the videos but had received no complaints.
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CJP calls fresh protest today; 30,000 police personnel to remain deployed
Delhi Police will retain Saturday’s security deployment—about 30,000 personnel and 200 paramilitary companies—as the CJP calls supporters to protest at Jantar Mantar at 10 am Sunday. Barricades will remain, with transport restrictions possible.
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‘Fight for accountability far from over’: After July protest, protesters return to streets
Despite barricades, transport restrictions and repeated detentions, protesters travelled across Delhi on Saturday to demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation.
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CJP protest | A city sealed off: Empty roads, barricades and detained protesters
Delhi imposed a sweeping security lockdown ahead of CJP’s protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, deploying thousands of personnel, barricades and buses to detain demonstrators pre-emptively. Police detained about 250–300 people by 9 a.m. Journalists faced ID checks and detention reports, while suspended internet delayed coverage.
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Financial planning in your 40s: Ankur Warikoo’s 5 money rules at 45 with two kids
Finance educator Ankur Warikoo and his wife, Ruchi, say they invest before spending, avoid purchases meant to signal wealth, prioritize high-quality food and experiences, and spend freely on books and learning. A financial expert warns couples in their forties to plan for retirement, manage debt, maintain adequate insurance and avoid trend-driven investing.
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India vs West Indies 3rd T20 Playing 11: Sooryavanshi unlikely to get a look in at Indore
With the series tied 1-1, India are expected to retain openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, leaving Vaibhav Sooryavanshi likely to wait for his debut. Ravi Bishnoi could replace Naman Dhir after India’s spinners struggled, while Mayank Yadav and Arshdeep Singh are tipped to keep their places. West Indies are expected to stick with their winning XI.
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Homemade paneer isn’t automatically safer
FSSAI has proposed rules barring dairy analogues made with non-dairy ingredients from being marketed as paneer, aiming to prevent consumer confusion. Homemade paneer offers greater control over ingredients but is not automatically safer: milk quality, hygiene and storage remain critical. Buyers should check labels, licences, dates, refrigeration and packaging.
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Augsburg’s Fellhauer scores fastest goal in Bundesliga history in game vs Bayern
Augsburg’s Robin Fellhauer scored after eight seconds against Bayern Munich, setting a Bundesliga record, after goalkeeper Manuel Neuer mishandled a clearance. Augsburg twice took the lead, but Bayern fought back to draw 2-2, dropping points for the second time in five matches and sitting second on 11 points, behind Borussia Dortmund on 13.
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Sobhita Dhulipala says she finds ‘so much happiness’ in these 4 Indian destinations
Actor Sobhita Dhulipala says she feels especially connected to India’s landscapes and encourages people to explore domestic destinations. Her favourites include Ladakh, known for its dramatic mountains and lakes; Jaisalmer, famed for its sandstone architecture and desert scenery; Wayanad, with forests, caves and waterfalls; and Ooty, celebrated for tea plantations.
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Bentinidis Shako interview: ‘Indian wrestlers are at 40 per cent of potential’
India’s men’s freestyle wrestlers won three medals at the 2026 Asian Games, helping the team achieve its best result since 1962. Coach Bentinidis Shako praised gold medallists Aman Sehrawat and Sujeet Kalkal, and bronze medallist Deepak Punia, while identifying mindset as a key area for improvement.
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‘His thinking similar to mine’: Sehwag on Sooryavanshi’s aggressive approach
Virender Sehwag says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s attacking approach resembles his own, but believes the teenager’s future depends on opportunities and performance, not age. Sooryavanshi has scored 246 runs in eight T20Is at a strike rate above 186, though India’s management is proceeding cautiously. He has not played in the ongoing West Indies series or yet appeared in an international match in India.
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Neurologist rates 8 migraine remedies: ‘No established medical evidence’
A neurologist says evidence-backed migraine relief includes Botox for chronic migraine and resting in a quiet, dark room; cooling caps may also ease symptoms. Hydration can help when dehydration is a trigger, but excess water is harmful. Fries and cold drinks may offer temporary relief, while hot-water foot soaks lack evidence.
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Shikhar Mohan, 21, on a father’s unfulfilled cricket dream and his own long game
At the Mohans' home in Ranchi, a homecoming had become a festival. Shikhar, the 21-year-old Jharkhand batter, walked in on 5 October with a medal around his neck. A day earlier, in Srinagar, he had lifted the Irani Cup, having made a vital 60 in the first innings against Jammu & Kashmir, the reigning Ranji Trophy champions.
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When Amitabh Bachchan broke his silence about ‘damaging’ Rekha rumours: ‘A big joke’
Amitabh Bachchan addressed longstanding rumours of an affair with Rekha in interviews and a 1999 book, denying the claims and criticising tabloids for publishing unsubstantiated stories, including that Rekha had moved into his home. He said they were former co-stars who rarely met socially and that public speculation was demeaning and damaging.
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‘250? Cool’: Hope takes dig at Gill after powering WI’s victory in 2nd T20I vs India
West Indies stunned the mighty India at home by chasing down a mammoth target of 250 with as many as nine balls to spare. At the centre of the storm kicked up by the visitors was their captain Shai Hope, who finished unbeaten on 102 off just 45 balls.
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How RBI is borrowing from China playbook to defend rupee
The RBI introduced emergency measures to slow the rupee’s slide, including a new cash reserve requirement on large rupee-linked forex derivatives that makes hedging costlier. It also tightened derivative rules and will manage dollar purchases by state-owned oil companies. The steps target domestic demand for dollars and may offer only temporary relief.
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39 years after Ramayan, Arun Govil and Dipika Chikhlia reunite for social drama Notice
Arun Govil and Dipika Chikhlia, famed as Ram and Sita in the 1987 television series Ramayan, reunite in Notice, their first feature film together in nearly 39 years. The social drama follows a couple fighting to save a 150-year-old shop from development.
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Juhi Chawla shared her haircare secret in 1995
A resurfaced 1995 interview shows Juhi Chawla crediting coconut oil, applied every three to four days, for her thick hair. Dermatologists say it can moisturise and protect hair, while scalp massage may aid circulation and limit breakage. But excessive use can cause buildup or clog acne-prone skin pores. Experts advise applying a small amount once or twice a week and washing it out thoroughly.
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Manav Suthar: From Sri Ganganagar to Rajasthan captain, with New Zealand in sight
At 24, Manav Suthar has been named Rajasthan’s captain for his first Ranji Trophy season as skipper, after taking five-wicket hauls in India, Sri Lanka and England. The left-arm spinner is preparing for a possible India tour of New Zealand by studying its pitches and adapting his line and pace.
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Imran Khan detained in Mumbai amid CJP protest; Prakash Raj, Anurag Kashyap slam crackdown
Mumbai Police detained actor Imran Khan at August Kranti Maidan, saying the CJP had not secured permission to protest there; the party said it had sought approval. The detention came amid a wider crackdown ahead of the CJP’s Delhi demonstration demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over alleged electoral-roll revision irregularities.
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Trump’s shock Russian diesel deal: One rule for India, another for the US
Trump’s decision to temporarily allow Russian diesel imports into the US—amid record fuel prices and pressure ahead of midterm elections—contrasts with Washington’s penalties on countries such as India for buying Russian energy. The deal may ease market concerns but faces supply constraints and may not lower prices durably. India can cite the move in seeking sanctions waivers.
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Ronaldo provisionally suspended by Portugal federation for leaving national camp
Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation while it investigates his departure from the national team camp on October 7. The 41-year-old left after being benched for matches against Norway and Denmark. Ronaldo apologised to teammates and supporters, said he accepted that his actions should be punished, and is awaiting the federation’s final decision.
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Why doing more at once can mean getting less done
Psychologist Prerna Pant says “toxic multitasking”—frequently switching among work, messages and notifications—can drain mental energy while creating a false sense of productivity. It may impair concentration, memory and performance, increase mistakes and unfinished tasks, and contribute to stress or burnout. Warning signs include forgetfulness, fatigue and difficulty staying present.
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Hungarian free diver Zsófia Törőcsik sets world record with 350-foot dive
Hungarian freediver Zsófia Törőcsik set a world record of 108 metres in free immersion at the 2026 World Apnea Depth Championships, beating her previous mark by one metre and Ukrainian rival Natalia Zharkova. The discipline requires divers to pull themselves along a rope without fins. Törőcsik completed the dive in four minutes, then celebrated by tossing her depth tag into the air.
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Ranji Trophy: Can young pacers outdo Mohammed Shami, and who is the next Rahul Dravid?
There are seasons when the Ranji Trophy plays out like a background score, an ambient hum to a busy season, quietly developing the next generation of international players. There are seasons when its tunes become louder and sharper, when the selectors scramble across the quiet locales, eyes probing for sparks, hands hastily jotting down the names that could shape the future and fix the present.
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Delhi protest: Sonam Wangchuk warns of fresh fast if detainees not released
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday condemned the detention of student leaders and activists in New Delhi, calling the situation “a state of undeclared emergency” and warning of another fast unless the detenus are released.
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Most powerful women in Asia 2026: India’s Roshni Nadar Malhotra takes No. 8 spot
Fortune’s 2026 Asia list recognizes 100 women across 14 markets, with 24 newcomers. DBS CEO Tan Su Shan ranks first; she became the bank’s first woman chief executive in 2025, and DBS surpassed S$200 billion in market value in July 2026. India’s Roshni Nadar Malhotra ranks eighth. Six other Indians also feature in the list.
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Sanjay Dutt recalls keeping weapons in his house in 1993: ‘The mistakes were mine’
Sanjay Dutt says he ignored his instincts when he agreed to keep firearms, including an AK-56 rifle, later acknowledging he did not understand the consequences or relevant laws. Arrested in 1993, he was convicted under the Arms Act and served a five-year sentence, ending in 2016.
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Thousands detained amid police crackdown: What happened in Delhi today
Delhi witnessed a major security clampdown on Saturday as police detained political leaders, activists, lawyers and content creators ahead of a planned Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
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Krystle D’Souza on keeping her options open for motherhood
Krystle D’Souza says she plans to freeze her eggs so she can preserve the option of having biological children later, ideally naturally. She also supports adoption for those who do not want biological children. Fertility specialists say egg freezing in the late 20s may offer better egg quality and quantity, but decisions should reflect individual health and goals.
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Just install bowling machine: Chahal on flat surfaces having nothing for bowlers
Yuzvendra Chahal criticized the flat, dewy pitches and small boundaries in the India–West Indies series, saying they leave bowlers little chance and calling for more assistance in the wickets. His comments followed West Indies’ record chase of India’s 249/5 in 18.3 overs, winning by six wickets to level the series 1-1.
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Opinion: Manchester City’s actions have stained famed rivalry with Liverpool
Manchester City’s Anfield visit comes amid a charged rivalry and the club’s finding of guilt on 114 financial-rule charges covering 2009–18, including non-cooperation. The allegations have cast doubt over past title races and City’s achievements, though their eventual consequences remain uncertain.
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Sarabhai vs Sarabhai actor calls out tourists for littering in Himachal
Actor Sumeet Raghvan, known for his roles in Chumbak and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, called out tourists for leaving garbage behind at Himachal Pradesh’s Tattapani hot springs. In an Instagram video, he showed plastic bags, food wrappers and empty bottles scattered across the trail, highlighting the damage caused to the natural surroundings.
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‘Sanjay Khan had no right to raise his hand on Zeenat Aman’: Raza Murad
Raza Murad recalled that his cousin Zeenat Aman had a lonely childhood after her parents separated and she attended boarding school. He also described an alleged violent confrontation with Sanjay Khan that reportedly injured her right eye. Murad said Aman’s marriage to Mazhar Khan was difficult, with Mazhar’s health declining before his death from kidney failure in 1998.
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India vs West Indies 3rd T20I: Can India’s spinners cope in Indore?
Roston Chase’s 3 for 24 stood out in Ranchi, where more than 500 runs were scored. Varying his pace and lines, he dismissed Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Shivam Dube. India’s spinners conceded 141 runs in 9.3 overs, prompting coach Gautam Gambhir to defend them and call for a more even contest. The series moves to Indore on Sunday.
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Delhi internet shutdown: Why do 2024 Telecom Rules say about suspension orders?
Delhi suspended mobile internet for 24 hours within 4 km of Janpath-Kartavya Path ahead of an October 10 protest. The Internet Freedom Foundation said the order and its reasons were not publicly available, limiting residents’ ability to assess or challenge the restriction. The 2024 rules require published orders, defined scope and duration, consideration of alternatives, and committee review.
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Mr Faisu gets married in Medina, shares wedding photos: ‘Blessing beyond words’
Social media influencer Faisal Shaikh, known as Mr Faisu, announced his nikah in Medina, Saudi Arabia, sharing family photos on Instagram and asking fans to pray for the couple. He did not identify his wife in the post, though a wedding invitation shown in Yuvika Choudhary’s vlog displayed the names Faisu and Tanya.
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Muscle, movement and meals: 4 ways to improve insulin sensitivity
Experts say resistance training, gentle movement after meals, protein- and fibre-rich foods, aerobic exercise, healthy weight and good sleep can support insulin sensitivity. Physician Pallav Mishra cautions that benefits vary and mitochondrial changes are no quick fix. People with diabetes should consult their doctor before changing medication, rather than relying on social media advice.
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Stop reading long explanations: 4 ChatGPT codes that make learning visual
ChatGPT offers shortcuts that can make learning easier by turning complex topics into visual diagrams. From timelines to charts, these prompts help users understand information visually without spending time creating diagrams from scratch. These simple prompts can help students, professionals and visual learners explore complex subjects more efficiently.