Under the scheme, the monthly pass will be valid across all parking sites managed by the MC

A step-by-step guide to Chandigarh MC One Pass as it crosses 2,000-subscriber mark

India February 5, 2026

Chandigarh's MC One Pass digital parking initiative has gained 2,000 subscribers in a short time, showing a move towards cashless and subscription-based parking. The scheme offers fixed rates for two and four-wheelers, reducing cash payments and disputes. It has improved monitoring, decreased complaints, and will expand to more areas.

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Nana Patekar’s death at 75 marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in Hindi and Marathi cinema

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‘Nana Patekar’s death is end of an era’: Akshay Kumar, CM Fadnavis lead tributes for actor

Entertainment 10 min ago

Veteran actor Nana Patekar died at 75 after a severe cardiac arrest at his home in Goa. His death prompted tributes from film stars, politicians and cricketers, who praised his distinctive voice, intensity and versatility across Hindi, Marathi and other cinema.

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OpenAI began rolling out ChatGPT for Teens in August. (Express Image)

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OpenAI says teens use ChatGPT for under 15 minutes a day as worries over risks grow

Technology 36 min ago

OpenAI’s first report found teens spend under 15 minutes a day on ChatGPT on average, with fewer than 2% using it for more than three consecutive hours. The company says break reminders and educational features support safer use. However, Common Sense Media testing found teen safeguards sometimes failed to alert parents promptly or recommend crisis help.

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Veteran Actor Nana Patekar dies at 75 of cardiac arrest at his residence

Lifestyle 3 min ago

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, 75, died at his Goa residence on Thursday morning after suffering a severe cardiac arrest. Cardiologist Dr Parin Sangoi explained that cardiac arrest is caused by an electrical disorder that stops the heart from pumping effectively, cutting off blood supply to the brain and other organs; it can occur without warning.

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Why banks are preparing in advance for the new big threat

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India’s banks face a future cybersecurity risk from quantum computers, which could eventually break public-key encryption used for authentication, communications and digital signatures. Attackers may already be storing encrypted data to decrypt later, so institutions are urged to inventory vulnerable systems, adopt post-quantum cryptography and build crypto-agility.

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2026 Chemistry Nobel: Mirror-image molecules and the chemistry of life

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Chemists Henry Kagan and Kenso Soai won this year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry for showing how reactions can produce predominantly one mirror-image form of a molecule. Kagan explained how catalysts amplify this imbalance; Soai developed a self-replicating reaction yielding 99.5% of one form.

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Veteran actor Nana Patekar, 75, dies of cardiac arrest in Goa

Entertainment 29 min ago

Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at 5:20 AM on Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa’s Dona Paula. Despite 45 minutes of continuous CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), he could not be revived. He was rushed to Manipal Hospital in Dona Paula around 5.20 am, but could not be revived.

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What if your cooking gas came from water? Meet India’s hydrogen stove

India 2 hr ago

India’s LPG shortages and price spikes are prompting interest in hydrogen cookstoves. GreenVize sells stoves that use electricity to split water and burn the resulting hydrogen, while IIT Bombay researchers are testing solar-powered systems for community cooking.

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ChatGPT can now respond with more visual and interactive elements, instead of relying mainly on text.

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OpenAI rolls out GPT-6 with visuals, interactive features and faster responses

Technology 2 hr ago

OpenAI has begun rolling out GPT-6 globally in ChatGPT, introducing “Intelligent UI,” which can create interactive diagrams, charts, forms and tools within conversations. The feature is reaching paid users first; Free and Go users are due to receive it from October 8. OpenAI also touts faster, progressive responses, improved web research and stronger safeguards.

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IMC 2026: Ericsson to export made-in-India antennas to Europe and other global markets

Technology 2 hr ago

Ericsson on Wednesday, October 7, announced plans to ramp up local production of antennas and other telecom equipment in India, while also exporting made-in-India gear to global markets such as Europe, for the first time. The Swedish manufacturer said that more than 15,000 antennas and 25 million components have been produced in India since July 2025.

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Expert Explains | How Eastern Maritime Corridor can diversify India’s energy flows

Explained 3 hr ago

India’s dependence on seaborne energy imports, largely routed through its west coast, leaves supplies vulnerable to disruptions at Hormuz and the Red Sea. The Chennai–Vladivostok corridor could diversify routes, lower shipping times and costs, and link India with Russian resources, but it lacks regular direct service. Predictable sailings and infrastructure upgrades are essential to its viability.

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Low blood sugar in older adults: Why severe episodes can be especially dangerous

Lifestyle 3 hr ago

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Khushbu Sundar’s skincare routine at 56: ‘I do it every day for half an hour or so’

Lifestyle 10 hr ago

Actor-politician Khushbu Sundar says she wakes at 4:30–5 a.m. and spends about half an hour applying raw milk, saffron-infused water or coconut or almond oil to her face. Dermatologist Shareefa Chause cautions that natural remedies may irritate skin or clog pores, and recommends patch-testing and consulting a professional.

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5 Indian destinations to visit in the off-season for fewer crowds and better deals

Lifestyle 11 hr ago

Off-season travel can mean fewer crowds and lower rates, though savings vary by dates, property and booking platform. Goa and Kerala are quieter during monsoon; Coorg and Udaipur offer greener landscapes but may face rain-related disruptions. Rajasthan’s April–June lull can bring better hotel availability, but extreme heat requires careful planning.

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Sanjay Dutt opened up about his relationship with his daughter Trishala and how his now-wife Maanayata.

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Sanjay Dutt first saw wife Maanayata when she was in a pram: ‘I’m 20 years older than her’

Entertainment 12 hr ago

In a recent interview, Sanjay Dutt opened up about his family life, particularly his relationship with Trishala, his daughter from his first marriage to late actor Richa Sharma. He also revealed how he met his third and current wife, entrepreneur and former actor Maanayata Dutt, and how she has always offered him relentless support. The couple tied the knot in 2008. They are parents to twins.

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Japanese concept of Ma in marriage and the importance of personal space

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‘Ma’: The Japanese philosophy that says healthy marriages need personal space

Lifestyle 13 hr ago

The Japanese concept of *Ma*—intentional space within a relationship—can help married partners preserve their individuality and return to each other refreshed. Personal time, separate interests and pauses during tense conversations can be healthy, says counselling psychologist Athul Raj, if partners reconnect and address unresolved issues.

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Nimrat Kaur says she found ‘no closure’ after her father’s assassination

Lifestyle 12 hr ago

Actor Nimrat Kaur says she has found no closure since her father, Indian Army Major Bhupender Singh, was kidnapped and assassinated in Kashmir in 1994. He was posthumously awarded the Shaurya Chakra. Psychotherapist Delnna Rrajesh says grief has no fixed timeline or tidy ending

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Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra and MPC members at a press conference on its Monetary Policy announcement and repo rate hike from 5.25% to 5.50%, (RBI/ANI Video Grab)

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How RBI’s rate hike turns homeownership dream into bigger debt burden

Explained 13 hr ago

The RBI’s first repo-rate hike since February 2023 could add about Rs 780 to the monthly EMI on a Rs 50 lakh, 20-year home loan and nearly Rs 1.88 lakh in total interest. Higher rates may also extend loan tenures and reduce buyers’ borrowing capacity, hitting first-time purchasers hardest. The RBI shifted to a “calibrated tightening” stance, raised its FY27 growth forecast to 7.1%

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Hamas calculus, Israel’s gamble: How October 7 reshaped the region, 3 years on

Explained 14 hr ago

The October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack killed about 1,200 people and took 251 hostages. Hamas sought to challenge Israel’s blockade, secure prisoner releases and counter the fading regional focus on Palestinian statehood, while exploiting Israel’s domestic crisis.

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Nani has confirmed that the Chiranjeevi-Srikanth Odela project will take time to hit floors

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Nani confirms Chiranjeevi-Srikanth Odela film is not happening anytime soon

Entertainment 14 hr ago

Nani says Chiranjeevi and director Srikanth Odela’s planned film is not close to filming. Odela’s *The Paradise* ran longer than expected, while Chiranjeevi must first complete other committed projects; the team has yet to discuss the collaboration in detail. Announced in August 2025 as ChiruOdela, the film will be presented by Nani and produced by SLV Cinemas with Unanimous Productions.

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Vidyut Jammwal sits still for 16 minutes as tears roll down his face: ‘You need to stop’

Lifestyle 14 hr ago

Vidyut Jammwal drew attention at the *Street Fighter* trailer launch by meditating motionless for 16 minutes, prompting him to urge young people to pause and “stay still.” Psychotherapist Delnna Rrajesh says stillness can help people notice impulses without automatically acting on them, while meditation cultivates awareness of inner experience.

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Gukesh’s coach Gajewski: ‘Good for him to be reminded he can play really well’

Sports 15 hr ago

World champion D Gukesh rebounded at the Chess Olympiad, scoring seven wins and three draws in his first 10 games before losing his final-round match. Coach Grzegorz Gajewski said the result was a confidence boost, though Gukesh’s chess was “good but not great”; he praised the player’s mental strength and more relaxed routines.

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Punjab Kings teammate decodes change in Iyer’s hitting technique

Sports 19 hr ago

Shreyas Iyer’s century powered India to an eight-wicket win over West Indies, reaching their target of 172 in 14.4 overs. Yuzvendra Chahal said Iyer now varies his angles and times the ball rather than relying on power, making him difficult to contain. Sunil Gavaskar praised Iyer’s reading of the bowlers.

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Despite huge fan demand for Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, Karan Johar has confirmed that no cricketers will appear in Koffee With Karan Season 9.

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Karan Johar says ‘no cricketers’ amid demand for Virat Kohli on Koffee With Karan Season 9

Entertainment 15 hr ago

Ever since Karan Johar announced Koffee With Karan Season 9, social media has been abuzz with speculation about who all will show up as guests this time. Meanwhile, one section of netizens has been strongly demanding that Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma be brought on as guests. Now, the producers of the show have unveiled a new teaser, categorically denying the presence of any cricketers this time.

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Account aggregator ‘interoperability’: What RBI’s move means for your asset statement

Explained 15 hr ago

The RBI has approved interoperability among financial account aggregators, paving the way for a single consolidated statement covering bank deposits and investments such as stocks, mutual funds and bonds. The measure, to be implemented by December 31, 2026, should simplify tracking assets and help lenders assess businesses using consented financial data. Loans and insurance policies are excluded.

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She was told she was ‘too old to drive’. She now drives an Audi and a truck

Trending 15 hr ago

For most of her life, Vidya Kaur built a career in education. The Jammu resident started out as a teacher and eventually became a school principal, spending more than four decades teaching and mentoring students. However, Kaur had always wanted to do one thing — learn to drive. She finally decided to pursue that dream at 59.

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After 'Yavanakathayil' went viral in Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, Joshiy's shelved film Anna is set for revival.

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Bethlehem Kudumba Unit effect: Arvind Swamy-Sridevi’s shelved film to be revived

Entertainment 16 hr ago

Producer Tomichan Mulakuppadam has acquired the rights to Anna, a Malayalam film shelved in the 1990s, and plans to revive it through Mulakuppadam Films with a new team. Joshiy was to direct Arvind Swamy and Sridevi in the love story, but scheduling conflicts halted filming. Its eight recorded songs were released in 1995; "Yavanakathayil" recently gained attention through Bethlehem Kudumba Unit.

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32-year-old man with two stents says heart attacks know no age

Lifestyle 15 hr ago

A 32-year-old heart attack survivor urged people not to assume youth or fitness protects them from heart disease. A cardiologist endorsed regular checks of blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol, and at least one adult Lp(a) test, especially with a family history. He advised a balanced diet, 150 minutes of weekly moderate activity, adequate sleep and stress management.

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Indian-origin woman arrested in Canada after confrontation with pedestrian turns physical

Trending 16 hr ago

An Indian-origin woman was arrested in Calgary, Canada, after a confrontation with a pedestrian, who filmed the act on his phone and later circulated it online. The incident reportedly started when the vehicle carrying the woman allegedly failed to give way to a pedestrian crossing the road. The man began filming the encounter on his phone, after which the situation appeared to escalate.

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Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2026: What this year’s winners have done, why it matters

Explained 15 hr ago

Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for discoveries that explain how small imbalances between mirror-image molecules can grow. Kagan identified non-linear effects that amplify asymmetry; Soai demonstrated autocatalysis, in which a reaction produces a catalyst that makes more of itself. Their work sheds light on why life favors one molecular form.

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WHO issues first guidelines on childhood obesity: No weight loss drugs for kids under 10

Health and Wellness 5 hr ago

For the first time, the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday released guidelines on management of obesity in children and adolescents, strongly recommending against use of any weight loss drugs or surgery in children below the age of nine and only in very select cases in adolescents between the ages of 10 and 19.

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Inside Jisshu Sengupta’s 4-Storey Kolkata Home

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Inside Jisshu Sengupta’s 4-storey Lake Gardens home

Lifestyle 16 hr ago

After years of renting, Bengali actor Jisshu Sengupta bought a four-storey bungalow in Kolkata’s Lake Gardens in 2012. His wife, Nilaanjana, designed most of the home, with wooden furnishings, greenery and muted colours. Highlights include a rustic bar, a private gym, a terrace den for work and friends, and a corner dedicated to late filmmaker Rituparno Ghosh.

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Gautam Gambhir lauds Ajit Agarkar: ‘3 ICC trophies…testimony of your conviction’

Sports 20 hr ago

Ajit Agarkar’s tenure as BCCI chief selector ended Tuesday, and the board has invited applications for a successor. His stint brought major success—including India’s 2024 T20 World Cup and 2025 Champions Trophy titles—but also criticism for difficult decisions, including phasing out senior players.

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World Bank ranks India among top 10 in AI readiness

Trending 17 hr ago

The World Bank ranks India among the 10 emerging markets best prepared for AI, citing its technical workforce, IT sector and digital public infrastructure. AI could raise productivity and improve public services, with lower estimated job-displacement risks than in advanced economies, though long-term effects remain uncertain.

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The neurowellness vocabulary may be different, but many of the practices behind it have been around for generations.

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Yoga, exercise, sleep: Why old health practices are being rebranded as ‘neurowellness’

Lifestyle 17 hr ago

Neurowellness, a loosely defined wellness-industry term, reflects growing concern about sleep, attention, stress and mental exhaustion. Experts say familiar practices such as meditation, exercise, breathwork, nature and social connection are being reframed around brain and nervous-system health. The goal is not constant calm, but resilience and recovery.

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Rajpal Yadav has agreed to sell his ancestral property to pay his dues in a long-running series of cheque-bounce cases.

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‘Lost Rs 250 cr in 13 years’: Rajpal Yadav to SC, hints at film on cheque-bounce cases

Entertainment 18 hr ago

In a relief for Rajpal Yadav, the Supreme Court accepted his proposal to pay his dues in a long-running series of cheque-bounce cases by selling off his ancestral property. The court gave him a breather after he produced demand drafts worth Rs 1.15 crore, as mandated by its last order. Pointing out that it isn't satisfied with his conduct, the court said that it was only giving him breathing time.

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Pilot Indian Capt. Smit Machchhar was at the controls of a FlyDubai flight that was diverted to Tabuk in northwestern Saudi Arabia for an emergency landing. (Israel's Foreign Ministry via AP)

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Flydubai wants back in Tel Aviv after midair attack on Indian captain; Israel refuses

World 16 hr ago

Flydubai has sought permission to resume flights to Israel a week after an Omani co-pilot attacked Indian captain Smit Machchhar in the cockpit of flight FZ1073 on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, but Transportation Minister Miri Regev has so far declined the request, Channel 13 reported on Wednesday.

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Bihar MLA conviction: When can a legislator be disqualified and seat declared vacant?

Explained 18 hr ago

The Delhi High Court suspended Bihar BJP MLA Raju Kumar Singh’s four-year sentence but did not stay his conviction, so his disqualification remains in force. Despite this, the Bihar Assembly has not declared his seat vacant more than three months later. The seat became vacant upon disqualification; the Assembly secretariat typically records the change, while the Speaker has no general role.

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‘Anushka was in the stands, Virat Kohli hit 160’: Ravi Shastri recalls their dating days

Entertainment 18 hr ago

Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri will appear on the latest episode of *The Great Indian Kapil Show*. Shastri recalls Virat Kohli scoring 160 while Anushka Sharma watched from the stands, arguing players benefit from having partners’ support during matches. The episode also features comedy sketches by Kiku Sharda, Krushna Abhishek and Sunil Grover, and streams on Netflix Saturday at 8 pm.

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Mahatma Gandhi spinning the charkha, a symbol of Swadeshi, self-reliance and resistance to British rule (Wikimedia Commons)

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Why does a university in Gujarat celebrate Gandhi Jayanti on Oct 7?

Explained 18 hr ago

Gujarat Vidyapith marked Gandhi’s birthday on October 7 according to the Vikram Samvat calendar, continuing its 90-year-old tradition of calling it “Rentiya Baras”—a day Gandhi wanted dedicated to the spinning wheel. The university sent volunteers and students to 351 Ahmedabad municipal schools to demonstrate charkha spinning.

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Man weighing 144 kg loses over 60 kilos: What transformation may mean for his health

Lifestyle 18 hr ago

Niraj Jha says he lost more than 60 kg, going from 144 kg to 79 kg, and that the journey changed him beyond his physical appearance. Dietitian Garima Goyal notes that substantial weight loss may improve health and mobility, but outcomes depend on individual circumstances.

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Gurgaon woman spends 50% of salary on rent to live close to work: ‘Saving my peace’

Trending 19 hr ago

A Gurgaon woman has explained why she is willing to spend more than half her salary on rent to live just a four-minute walk from her workplace, saying the arrangement gives her something she values more than the money she could save—time, energy, and peace of mind.

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Nani admits his team could've done a better job of The Paradise.

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‘We rushed things’: Nani on why The Paradise, his Rs 150-cr film, got polarised reviews

Entertainment 19 hr ago

Srikanth Odela’s period action film The Paradise scored the biggest opening of Nani’s 18-year career, and also emerged as his first film to earn over Rs 100 crore at the domestic box office. However, the actor recently responded to the polarizing reviews and reactions to the film, admitting that if his team had more time during post-production, they could’ve turned in a better product.

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Ajay Devgn says Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 is "most suited" for the Malayalam audience.

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Ajay Devgn doesn’t rule out Drishyam 4, says Mohanlal film most suited for their audience

Entertainment 19 hr ago

Abhishek Pathak’s Bollywood crime thriller Drishyam 3 took a different route from Jeetu Joseph’s Malayalam counterpart, which released earlier this year, marking a departure from the previous two instalments of the franchise. That risk seems to have paid off, with the Ajay Devgn-starrer now crossing Rs 340 crore at the worldwide box office.

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Ex-Indian Government adviser elected as Harvard Kennedy School’s VP

Education 24 min ago

Pratyush Prabhakar, an Edward S. Mason Fellow pursuing a Master’s in Public Administration at Harvard Kennedy School, has been elected vice-president for academic affairs in the student government. A former adviser to India’s railways minister, he has also worked with the Ministry of Education and founded two organisations.

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83-year-old Lonavala man held for ‘shooting dead’ grandson over property dispute

Cities 20 hr ago

Lonavala police arrested 83-year-old Motiram Marathe for allegedly shooting dead his 33-year-old grandson, lawyer Abhay Marathe, during a property dispute at the family’s Bhushi village hotel. Police said the family initially claimed the gun fired accidentally, but inconsistencies led investigators to suspect a cover-up.

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Two heads, one body: Rare turtle hatchling found on Cape Cod

Lifestyle 19 hr ago

Researchers monitoring diamondback terrapins on Cape Cod discovered a hatchling with two heads, a rare developmental condition called bicephaly. It is the third such terrapin found there in five years, prompting questions about development in the monitored population. The hatchling shares a body and organs, which may make survival difficult; the condition does not represent a separate species.

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‘Tried to kidnap me’: Nagaland woman pulled towards car by 3 men at Delhi 5-star hotel

Cities 21 hr ago

Delhi Police bound down three men accused of harassing a Nagaland woman and pulling her toward their Mercedes outside a five-star Chanakyapuri hotel around 3:15 a.m. Sunday. Her friends intervened, and the men allegedly attacked them with hockey sticks and punches before fleeing. Police traced the accused using the car’s registration number and are reviewing CCTV footage and medical reports.

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Alia Bhatt enjoys Mallorca getaway with BFF Akansha Ranjan, watch

Entertainment 20 hr ago

Alia Bhatt enjoys a relaxing Mallorca vacation with Akansha Ranjan and friends, sharing glimpses of beach days, yacht rides and her holiday looks.

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Teja Sajja to host The Traitors Telugu featuring 20 contestants

Entertainment 20 hr ago

Teja Sajja will host the Telugu edition of Prime Video’s *The Traitors*, expected to premiere October 15. Twenty celebrities will compete for a prize of up to Rs 1 crore in a game marked by suspicion, conflict and shifting alliances. It is the platform’s second regional-language adaptation after the Hindi version hosted by Karan Johar.

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‘Only rate hike or pause ahead’: RBI Governor rules out rate cut in near-term

Business 20 hr ago

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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