Former Indian cricket captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth made his maiden tour to the Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain today. He participated in the world-famous Bhasma Aarti, traveling from Chennai to offer prayers to Lord Mahakal for the happiness, peace, and prosperity of people in India and worldwide.
The Madras High Court directed Tamil Nadu to publish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for political rallies within 10 days, following petitions over safety lapses in rallies. The court adjourned the matter to November 11, stressing timely permissions and adequate safety measures. This follows the deadly stampede at a TVK rally in Karur.
Haryana ACP Dinesh Kumar, a former international boxer, sparked outrage after using a JCB machine to clear road vendors following complaints of blockage. A senior police official called it an “individual lapse of judgement” and instructed Kumar to be more cautious in the future. Public backlash continues over the incident.
PM Modi spoke with AP CM Chandrababu regarding ‘Cyclone Monsoon’. He inquired about the situation in Andhra Pradesh and assured full support from the central government. Meanwhile, the state government, alerted by IMD warnings of an approaching cyclone, has implemented all precautionary measures to ensure public safety.
The SC is actively monitoring the surge in digital arrest scams, where fraudsters impersonate police or officials to extort money via video calls. The court is considering a nationwide investigation led by the CBI and has asked all states for details on related cases. Digital scam incidents have tripled since 2022, with financial losses.
Megastar Chiranjeevi has filed a cybercrime complaint against websites distributing AI-generated pornographic videos using his image. The videos falsely depict him in obscene acts, causing harm to his reputation. He seeks immediate investigation, takedown of content, and legal action against those involved in the creation and distribution.
The Supreme Court adjourned the bail hearing for Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid, and others to October 31 in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. The Delhi Police sought more time to file a counter-affidavit, but the Bench noted sufficient time had already been granted. The Delhi High Court previously denied bail to the accused.
Argentina’s libertarian President Javier Milei secured major victories in key districts during midterm elections, boosting his mandate for a radical free-market agenda. His party, La Libertad Avanza, garnered over 40% of the vote, renewing nearly half of the lower house of Congress. The results were confirmed with over 97% of votes counted.
The Supreme Court slammed states for failing to file affidavits confirming compliance with its August order to capture, sterilise, and release stray dogs. Expressing anger over rising dog attacks nationwide, the bench said India was being portrayed “in a bad light internationally.” The court directed all chief secretaries to appear personally and explain the delay.
The BMW R18 Transcontinental, signed by Pope Leo XIV, was sold for €130,000 (approx. Rs 1.32 crore) at an RM Sotheby’s auction in Munich. All proceeds will support children’s aid projects in Madagascar. While mechanically similar to the standard R18, this one-off model features exclusive design and high-end features.
TVK leader Vijay will hold a private meeting with the families of the 41 Karur stampede victims in Mahabalipuram today. The closed-door event, with travel and accommodations provided, has sparked debate over his choice of location. Meanwhile, the CBI has taken over the ongoing investigation into the tragic stampede incident.
Russia has successfully tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, which flew for 15 hours, covering a distance of 14,000 km, as per the Chief of General Staff Valery Gerasimov. The missile is said to be capable of evading and destroying any missile defense system. President Vladimir Putin has instructed officials to prepare it for final […]
Donald Trump departed for Tokyo, aiming to meet Japan’s emperor and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to secure trade deals and defense commitments. His longest foreign trip since January included deals with Southeast Asian nations and overseeing a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia during his stop in Malaysia.
A US Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet and an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the aircraft carrier USS “Nimitz” crashed into the South China Sea within 30 minutes, the Pacific Fleet confirmed. All five crew members were safely rescued and are in stable condition. The Navy has launched an investigation to determine the cause […]
West Midlands Police have launched a manhunt for a suspect involved in the racially aggravated rape of a 20-year-old woman in Walsall, believed to be of Indian origin. Authorities have released CCTV footage and are urging the public to come forward with information. Local community groups express concern over possible links to a similar case […]