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Flydubai co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami: Extremist links, a crash axe, a ‘terror’ plot

World 18 hr ago

The flydubai FZ1073 incident has taken a new turn, with the co-pilot identified by multiple media reports as Omani national Hammam al-Hammami and the UAE saying its investigation found that he attacked Indian Captain Smit Machchhar with a crash axe and attempted to take control of the aircraft.

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Inside Shahid Kapoor’s luxe home with dramatic black staircase, majestic carpets and more

Lifestyle 3 hr ago

Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput’s 10,000-square-foot Mumbai duplex blends bold design with family-friendly comfort. The four-bedroom home, planned online over 14 months during the pandemic, features a sculptural staircase, prominent art and playful furnishings alongside neutral tones, wood and greenery. It accommodates entertaining, work and recreation, bringing together their different tastes.

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First-time safari-goers should look beyond tiger sightings and observe the wider forest ecosystem in National Parks.

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Safari season is back: What to know before visiting India’s national parks

Lifestyle 4 hr ago

After monsoon closures and restrictions, several Indian wildlife parks and sanctuaries—including Ranthambore, Sariska and Jim Corbett—are reopening for safari season. Experts say visitors should respect wildlife guidelines, keep their distance and look beyond tiger sightings to appreciate the broader ecosystem, from birds and insects to animal tracks and alarm calls.

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Tension flares up at Kolkata’s SRFTI as members of Hindu outfit protest

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Tension returned to Kolkata’s SRFTI on Sunday when members of the Hindu outfit Bangiyo Hindu Jagaran Manch threw bricks and bottles at students and clashed with police while protesting alleged insults to Hindu symbols. Students had sought protection and asked authorities to stop the rally, citing a campus clash a week earlier.

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Appointing the Election Commission: An Expert Explains why perception matters

Explained 4 hr ago

Constituent Assembly members warned in 1949 that government influence over Election Commission appointments could compromise its independence. After Parliament left the process undefined for 74 years, Supreme Court included the CJI in a selection panel in 2023. A subsequent law replaced CJI with a minister chosen by the PM, renewing concerns about government influence and perceived impartiality.

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Plunged 14,000 feet in 2 minutes: Debris from missing jet found off US coast

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The Coast Guard found debris linked to a missing medical transport jet off Nantucket and continued searching for its six occupants: four Canadians and two Bermudians. The Boston-bound Gulfstream G100 left Bermuda and lost contact after the pilot reported electrical problems and declared an emergency.

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Reheating leftover rice more than once may increase food-safety risks if the rice has not been cooled and stored properly.

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Is it safe to reheat rice more than once?

Lifestyle 6 hr ago

Reheating rice more than once is discouraged, particularly if it has been left at room temperature or stored improperly. *Bacillus cereus* spores can survive cooking, and some toxins they produce may withstand reheating. Repeated heating can also harm texture and nutrients. Cool rice promptly, refrigerate it, and reheat only the portion needed until thoroughly hot.

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Why TVK joins INDIA bloc, hits pause on Vijay as PM face

Political Pulse 2 hr ago

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has formally joined the INDIA bloc, aligning nationally with the Congress, which already supports Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s government, formed with 108 Assembly seats—10 short of a majority. The move offers TVK a framework for future parliamentary negotiations but complicates the DMK’s role in the Opposition alliance.

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US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump with China's President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at the White House, on September 24. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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China This Week | Rumours about Xi’s health, US jets arrive in Taiwan, and more

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Reports questioned Xi Jinping’s health after he reportedly requested private breaks and shorter events in Washington, though the claims are unverified and could reflect the strain of age and travel. Taiwan received the first two of 66 delayed F-16V jets as a larger US arms deal remains pending. Satellite imagery also shows China building a runway at Antelope Reef, potentially extending its reach.

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Violent clashes, schools shut: Why are students protesting across France?

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Thousands of French students are protesting overcrowded classrooms, poor facilities, staff shortages and inadequate funding, disrupting or closing hundreds of schools. Clashes have led to nearly 5,000 arrests, dozens of protesters and more than 600 officers injured, and tens of millions of euros in damage.

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Suvendu Adhikari promises UCC in 6 months, laws against love jihad in Bengal

Cities 7 hr ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari pledged to implement the Uniform Civil Code within six months and enact strict laws against what he termed “love jihad,” “land jihad” and religious conversions. At a VHP event, he accused the previous government of dividing people and said his BJP government would protect the Constitution, Indian culture and places of worship.

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Tamannaah Bhatia shares mantra for bad skin days

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‘No filter’: Tamannaah Bhatia’s advice for dealing with bad skin days

Lifestyle 7 hr ago

Tamannaah Bhatia urged young women to accept themselves on days when their skin looks less than perfect, sharing an unfiltered selfie. Dermatologists say skin can fluctuate due to factors such as stress, sleep, weather, diet and hormones. They recommend a consistent, gentle skincare routine, avoiding product overuse and social-media comparisons.

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‘I danced wearing frocks on local stages in Agra’: Dupahiya 2 actor Sparsh Shrivastava

Entertainment 7 hr ago

Dupahiya Season 2 is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, with Sparsh Shrivastava and Renuka Shahane discussing their roles. Shrivastava drew on childhood Kathak training and stage performances to play aspiring actor Bhugol Jha, though rehearsals and the costume were challenging.

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Who can be Kohli’s successor at 3 in ODI’s? Wasim Jaffer says southpaw can do it

Sports 2 hr ago

Virat Kohli says the 2027 ODI World Cup will be his last, and he is focused on winning it. With Kohli expected to leave a vacancy at No. 3, former India batter Wasim Jaffer has backed Tilak Varma, praising his adaptability, first-class record and potential across formats.

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RBI likely to raise rates: Why inflation, crude and global rates matter

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The RBI is widely expected to raise its repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% on October 7, though some analysts foresee no change. Rising food and energy inflation, drought risks, oil above $100 a barrel and high US rates are fueling pressure to tighten. Strong 7.8% first-quarter growth could also lead the RBI to revise its outlook upward. A hike would increase borrowing and deposit costs.

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Gyanesh Kumar row: Key takeaways from Kerala probe, protests against ECI and SIR

Explained 8 hr ago

Protests against the Election Commission of India and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have intensified, with opposition parties raising allegations over electoral rolls and demanding his resignation.

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France high school students’ protest: What sparked violence, what’s next

Explained 8 hr ago

French high school protests over overcrowding, teacher shortages, poor facilities and heat have spread nationwide from Créteil, with fires and clashes with police. More than 4,000 people have been arrested and 65 education staff injured. Education Minister Édouard Geffray announced student consultations and plans to hire teachers, as the unrest intensifies pressure on the government.

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Railways have stepped up efforts to prevent elephant-train collisions across vulnerable sections in the Northeast. (Image generated using AI)

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AI Alerts to ‘Plan Bee’: Railways saved 255 elephants from train collisions in northeast

India 8 hr ago

Northeast Frontier Railway says its measures helped save 255 elephants from train collisions between January and September 2026 across four divisions: 106 in Alipurduar, 14 in Rangiya, 122 in Lumding and 15 in Tinsukia. Measures include AI-based acoustic alerts, speed restrictions, patrols, “Plan Bee” sound systems, wildlife underpasses and coordination with the Forest Department.

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Ex IT employee drives auto rickshaw Bengaluru

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Ex-IT employee turns Bengaluru auto driver, says she now earns more

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A chance conversation during an auto ride in Bengaluru caught the Internet's attention after a passenger discovered that the woman driving the Rapido auto had previously worked in the IT sector.

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6 simple washroom hygiene tips when travelling via trains

Lifestyle 8 hr ago

Experts recommend carrying a small hygiene kit for train journeys, including sanitiser, tissues, wipes and disposal bags. Wash hands with soap and water for about 20 seconds, especially before eating; avoid touching your face and keep belongings off washroom surfaces. Wear footwear and close the toilet lid before flushing.

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Rohit is 39 years old and has scored 35 centuries thus far in his illustrious ODI career. (PTI/File Photo)

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Want Rohit Sharma to have more ODI centuries than his age when he retires: Sunil Gavaskar

Sports 8 hr ago

Rohit Sharma nearly scored a second ODI century in a row during India's match on Saturday against the West Indies in Mullanpur, falling for 92 in 85 balls. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said that he was quite disappointed that Rohit fell eight runs short of his century, for a rather unique reason.

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Shabana Azmi celebrates 62 years of Javed Akhtar moving to Mumbai.

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‘Had 27 paise in his pocket’: Shabana Azmi recalls Javed Akhtar’s struggles in Mumbai

Entertainment 9 hr ago

Shabana Azmi marked the anniversary of Javed Akhtar’s arrival in Mumbai on October 4, 1964, recalling that he had just 27 naye paise and endured homelessness and hunger before succeeding. Akhtar later teamed with Salim Khan to write landmark Hindi films.

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Digger box office collection day 2: Tom Cruise's lowest opening in 19 years.

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Tom Cruise’s Digger gets crushed by Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3, grosses Rs 1.30 cr in India

Entertainment 9 hr ago

Alejandro Inarritu’s satire Digger, starring an unrecognisable Tom Cruise as a greedy oil tycoon, has failed to meet expectations at the box office, both in North America and at the Indian box office. Even though it was quite a swing for the A-lister, the film has managed to open at only a minor fraction of the final instalment of his blockbuster spy thriller franchise Mission: Impossible.

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Vidya Malavade shares Uddiyana Bandha tutorial: How to practise it safely

Lifestyle 9 hr ago

Vidya Malavade demonstrated Uddiyana Bandha, advising practice only on an empty stomach after emptying the bladder and bowels. The technique involves exhaling fully, drawing the abdomen inward and upward, and holding the lock only while comfortable; she also showed it combined with two other yogic locks.

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Aloo vs gobhi vs pyaz paratha: Which is the healthiest breakfast option?

Lifestyle 10 hr ago

Dietician Meena Kumari ranks gobhi paratha healthiest, followed by onion and potato, citing cauliflower’s fibre, vitamins and antioxidants. Onion offers gut-friendly fibre and antioxidants, while potato provides more starch and potassium. Cooking fat, portion size and accompaniments matter more than the filling; all three are low in protein.

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Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 review: Is this the ultimate Gen Z snapshot camera?

Technology 10 hr ago

At Rs 8,499, the Mini 13 does not reinvent the instant-camera experience. Most of it will feel familiar if you have used the Instax Mini 12, but Fujifilm has made a few small changes, including a mechanical self-timer, while keeping the camera simple enough for almost anyone to use. The result is an instant camera that prioritises the experience over technical precision.

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‘Khesari Lal Yadav will never find anyone who loves him as much as me’: Kajal Raghwani

Entertainment 11 hr ago

On *Rise and Fall Season 2*, Kajal Raghwani said she learned hard work from co-star Khesari Lal Yadav, with whom she reported having a five-year relationship. She described their romance as developing while they worked together and said he would remember and miss her. Kajal has previously said she knew he was married and was drawn to him after he shared problems in his family life.

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GNWL 20 vs RLWL 20 vs PQWL 20: Why the same number doesn't mean the same thing (Image generated using AI)

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GNWL vs RLWL vs PQWL vs TQWL: Which railway waitlist has the best chance of confirmation?

India 6 hr ago

GNWL generally has the advantage because it uses the main quota; RLWL and PQWL rely on smaller pools and are cleared after GNWL, while TQWL depends on Tatkal-quota availability and cancellations. Actual chances also vary by train, route, class, demand and cancellations. RailOne offers an AI-based estimate, but it is not a guarantee.

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Manushi Chhillar starts her mornings with methylene blue

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Manushi Chhillar’s morning ritual includes methylene blue; expert warns of risks

Lifestyle 11 hr ago

Manushi Chhillar says prescribed, physician-supervised methylene blue is part of her morning routine and credits it with improved energy and focus. A physician says evidence for these benefits in healthy people is insufficient, and the drug can interact with medicines and pose risks for some people.

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Canadian man flags Bengaluru’s broken footpaths, cracked pavements

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Bengaluru’s civic infrastructure is grabbing attention again after Canadian vlogger Caleb Friesen shared a video showing damaged footpaths, piles of rubble, and a large hole along 12th Main in Indiranagar.

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Tips Music's most expensive albums yet -- Taal, Pardes, and Yaadein.

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Kumar Taurani reveals three most expensive albums had one name in common

Entertainment 12 hr ago

Tips Music, co-founded by brothers Kumar Taurani and Ramesh Taurani, went from a small music shop in 1975 to one of India’s biggest music labels by the 1980s. The two brothers, who have also entered film production, recently revealed their three most expensive acquisitions over the years. And all three albums have one name in common — veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai.

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Vinicius played in the first half of the match between India and Brazil. (Express Photo by Partha Paul)

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‘Lacklustre, sleepy, sluggish..’: Brazilian media on 4-0 win over India

Sports 11 hr ago

Brazil beat India 4-0 in the first-ever senior men's football match between the two sides at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. While that scoreline normally points out to a thrashing, in this case, it was a respectable scoreline for India.

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Vinicius Junior in action against India at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Saturday. (Express photo by Partha Paul)

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‘Organised and difficult’: Carlo Ancelotti on India after Brazil’s 4-0 victory

Sports 12 hr ago

Brazil beat India 4-0 in Saturday’s friendly in Kolkata, with Estevão opening the scoring in the 28th minute, Pedro adding a goal before half-time and Samuel Lino scoring twice after the break. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti praised India’s organisation and counter-attacking, saying they made it difficult to score early.

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7 remarkable species found in Himachal Pradesh

Lifestyle 13 hr ago

Himachal Pradesh’s high-altitude landscapes shelter rare Himalayan wildlife, including the elusive snow leopard, Himalayan musk deer, ibex, bharal and tahr. Its distinctive birds include the colourful Himalayan monal and the rare western tragopan, the state bird. These species occupy particular mountain forests, meadows and rocky terrain, with habitats in protected areas.

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Gandhi Jayanti getaway turns nightmarish: Tourists sleep on roads, massive jams

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Manali, Shimla, Mussoorie, Nainital, Rishikesh, and others witnessed severe congestion as tourists poured into the destinations. Videos of bumper-to-bumper traffic, packed tourist spots and overwhelmed roads went viral on social media.

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India captain Shubman Gill of India during the 3rd ODI match against the West Indies (BCCI Photo)

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Shubman Gill admits India don’t have time to ‘experiment’ ahead of World Cup

Sports 13 hr ago

India captain Shubman Gill has admitted that the side now don't have too much time to experiment going into the 2027 World Cup and wants to field the team that is likely to play in the tournament the next time a series comes around. India beat the West Indies in a three-match series that ended on Saturday.

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Who is Jay Clayton, a Trump loyalist tapped as new US AI czar?

Technology 12 hr ago

In his role as AI czar, Clayton will primarily head up a new White House task force that will be called ‘Super Intelligence Force’. Super Intelligence or SI is the term Trump prefers to use over AI. The group will have 120 days to research and report on AI’s risks and opportunities, and offer recommendations on the US government’s responsibilities regarding the new technology.

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Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah, and Kapil Sharma on The Great Indian Kapil Show.

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‘So we don’t end up in jail’: Kapil Sharma on why he watches younger comics

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On Saturday, the cast of Deepak Kumar Mishra’s action adventure fantasy film The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest, appeared as guests on The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix India. The film’s lead actors — Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia — couldn’t help but heap praises on not only Kapil and his team, but also their co-star Maniesh Paul, for pulling off roasting without offending anyone.

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Hanuman Ansh box office collection day 58

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Neem Karoli Baba film Hanuman Ansh refuses to bow to Drishyam 3, crosses Rs 419 crore mark

Entertainment 15 hr ago

Vishal Chaturvedi’s devotional film Hanuman Ansh, featuring Shobhinaw Satyaa as revered spiritual guru Neem Karoli Baba, continues to hold its own in front of new tentpole releases at the domestic box office. Its latest threat is Abhishek Pathak’s much-anticipated crime thriller Drishyam 3. Even the Ajay Devgn-starrer hasn’t managed to slow down the sleeper hit, which is in its eighth weekend.

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(From left) Men's singles medalists at the Asian Games, Singapore's Loh Kean Yew (silver), Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn (gold), Indonesia's Alwi Farhan and South Korea's Yoo Tae-Bin, (bronze winners). (AP Photo)

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Badminton’s men’s singles is stuck in Groundhog Day, and attackers are the way out

Sports 14 hr ago

Men’s singles badminton is increasingly defence-focused, with top players favouring efficiency over attack. Indonesian prospects Alwi Farhan and Ubaidillah, Korea’s Yoo Tae-bin and Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew offer glimpses of a more aggressive style. Yet injuries and packed schedules remain concerns, while proposed 15-point games could help usher in a more exciting era.

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Amazon promises more local funding and less secrecy around data centers

Technology 16 hr ago

In a lengthy blog post Friday, the company pledged $1 billion over five years to communities for workforce development, energy efficiency projects and other local priorities. Amazon also said it no longer used nondisclosure agreements with government agencies, a common practice that has created distrust with local residents.

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OpenAI says its upcoming Astra model has triggered tougher cybersecurity safeguards because of its advanced capabilities. (Express Image/Agencies)

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OpenAI safety employee quits, says ‘time for trial and error is over’

Technology 16 hr ago

A former OpenAI safety employee who recently resigned criticized the company's approach to AI safety, arguing that a fast-paced culture focused on rapid development increases the risk of failures. David Robinson said AI companies, including OpenAI, were not being "nearly careful enough" ⁠and should place greater emphasis on safety expertise and research before developing more capable systems.

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Rajasthan HC cites Gandhi, denies bail to 5 in Kanhaiya Lal case

Cities 19 hr ago

The Rajasthan High Court denied bail to five men accused in the 2022 murder of Udaipur tailor Kanhaiya Lal, citing the alleged terrorist act’s seriousness and their suspected roles in a wider conspiracy.

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The sal and the beetle: Why Madhya Pradesh is cutting 1.4 lakh trees to save the forest

India 18 hr ago

A major sal-borer outbreak in Madhya Pradesh’s Dindori has prompted approval to fell 147,000 infected sal trees. Villagers are also trapping adult beetles, earning Rs 2 per insect; nearly 1.93 million have been collected this season. Officials say unusually heavy rainfall may have fuelled the surge.

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‘Not the time for Babri-Mandir’: BJP shifts tack to development in Bengal bypoll

Political Pulse 18 hr ago

Ahead of the October 6 Rejinagar bypoll, the BJP is courting Muslim voters with promises of development, a shift from its opponents’ accusations that it has stoked anti-minority sentiment. The seat is nearly 70% Muslim; the BJP is counting on divided opposition votes, while AJUP leader Humayun Kabir says intimidation has kept him and his son, the candidate, from campaigning.

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‘Unease factor’ in Congress-Samajwadi Party ties ahead of UP polls: Who is Imran Masood

Political Pulse 14 hr ago

Congress’s appointment of Imran Masood as Uttar Pradesh unit working president has unsettled some Samajwadi Party leaders, who suspect it is meant to pressure the SP into finalising an alliance early and conceding more seats, including Muslim-majority constituencies. The parties publicly downplay tensions, but Saharanpur seat-sharing could prove contentious.

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According to the police, the suspect first broke open the armoury lock and took out 12 weapons, hiding them in the thick foliage outside. (Image: DGP Telanagana Police/X/Express Photo)

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Accomplices, a military armoury, a plan to sell guns: Inside Secunderabad arms heist

Cities 11 hr ago

Police say retired Havildar Upputholla Mallesh and seven accomplices—including three serving army personnel—stole 12 weapons and more than 1,900 rounds from a Secunderabad armoury to fund planned robberies and sell weapons on the black market. All eight have been arrested, and the stolen arms recovered. Investigators cite financial motives and say they found no terrorist links.

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Nalanda Vice-Chancellor Sachin Chaturvedi on India’s soft power

Cities 16 hr ago

Nalanda University plans to open a five-storey, stupa-shaped library with about 350,000 books, including manuscripts, translations and digitised collections, alongside the Nalanda University Press. Vice Chancellor Sachin Chaturvedi says the university is reviving structured debate and studying Indian traditions across philosophy and statecraft.

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Tejasvi Surya’s ‘Mike Tyson push-up’ goes viral: technique, muscles worked and precautions

Lifestyle 19 hr ago

Viral interest in BJP MP Tejasvi Surya’s “Mike Tyson push-up” prompted physiotherapist Dr Supriya Patil to explain the move: from a high plank, rock the hips toward the heels, then drive forward into a push-up and return. It challenges the upper body and core, but there’s no reliable evidence Tyson invented or regularly performed it.

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LGBTQ influencer and makeup artist Madhu Sudan shot dead in Amritsar

Cities 20 hr ago

Punjabi LGBTQ influencer and makeup artist Madhu Sudan, known as Mad Sandhu, was shot dead by two motorcycle-borne assailants outside an Amritsar car wash on Saturday. Police said the motive remains unknown but they have leads and are pursuing multiple angles.

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It rained the day after he died. For a farmer family in Yavatmal, it was too late, again

India 20 hr ago

After crop losses, erratic rainfall and years of failing to secure electricity for their borewell, a Yavatmal farming family lost three members to suicide: sons Nikhil in 2021 and Tapaveen in 2024, then father Dnyaneshwar this year. Their deaths came amid a wider Maharashtra drought; Yavatmal recorded 128 farmer suicides in the first half of the year.

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