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World Sight Day is celebrated annually across the world on every second Thursday of October. This year, it is observed today to raise awareness about maintaining healthy vision. It was initiated by the SightFirst Campaign of the Lions Club International Foundation in 2000. The theme for 2025 is ‘Love Your Eyes’.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Canberra for key meetings with Australian leaders today, including Deputy PM Richard Marles, to enhance defence collaboration, maritime security, and Indo-Pacific cooperation. Welcomed by Assistant Defence Minister Peter Khalil, the visit marks five years of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Telangana’s Health Dept will administer polio drops on Oct 12 to all children under five across Hyderabad, Rangareddy, Medchal, Sangareddy, Hanamkonda, and Warangal. This preventive campaign follows rising polio cases in Bangladesh and Pakistan over recent years. The Union Health Ministry has flagged 290 dists nationwide for intensified vaccination coverage.
Pradeep Ranganathan’s “Dude” is gearing up for a grand Diwali release on October 17. Directed by debutant Keerthiswaran, it features Mamitha Baiju as the female lead. Promotions are in full swing with multiple events planned. The film has cleared censor formalities with a U/A certificate and a 140-minute runtime, and its theatrical trailer drops today […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Thursday, October 9, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 81855.05, up at 81.39 points or 0.10%, and the Nifty was at 25073.55, up at 27.40 points or 0.11%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 88.77 against the dollar.
A bomb threat was reported today at actor-turned-politician Vijay Thalapathy’s Chennai home days after a rally stampede in Karur killed 41. Security was tightened in Vijay’s residence in Neelankarai, and after a thorough search, police found no explosives. An investigation is underway to trace the origin of the hoax call.
A mild earthquake of 3.1 magnitude struck Bhutan early this morning, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. The quake struck at a depth of just 5 km. Such shallow earthquakes pose a greater risk because the tremors reach the surface quickly and buildings collapse swiftly. However, there is currently no evidence of any loss […]
Superstar Mahesh Babu is working on his biggest film, “SSMB 29,” directed by SS Rajamouli. Recent rumors suggest the title is “Varanasi,” joining earlier speculations like “Maharaj,” “Globetrotter,” and “GEN63.” The big reveal is slated for November, but fans eagerly await whether Rajamouli will address the title buzz for this globe-trotting action adventure.
PM Modi will meet UK PM Keir Starmer in Mumbai today, his first visit since assuming office. The leaders will review the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, discuss trade, technology, defence, and climate, and engage with businesses on CETA opportunities. They will also attend the Global Fintech Fest and address industry and policy experts.
Sresan Pharma owner S. Ranganathan, maker of Coldrif Syrup linked to 20 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh, was arrested and will appear before Chennai court before being brought to Chhindwara. The locally sold syrup contained 48.6% toxic diethylene glycol, nearly 500 times the safe limit. Tamil Nadu plans criminal action against the manufacturer.
