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The Central Govt has responded to the ongoing dispute among Tata Group board trustees over appointments and governance issues. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and FM Sitharaman held discussions with Tata Group leaders. The govt has reportedly advised the group to resolve the matter internally, without allowing external interference in corporate affairs.
‘Pournami’, directed by Prabhu Deva and starring Pan-India star Prabhas, is all set for grand re-release on October 23, 2025, to mark Prabhas’ birthday. Originally released in 2006, this spiritual action film also features Trisha and Charmi Kaur in female lead roles. A new poster has been unveiled to announce the film’s special re-release.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has defended US President Donald Trump’s decision to raise the H-1B visa fee to $100,000, stating it won’t affect Nvidia’s commitment to hiring global talent. “Nvidia is built on talent from around the world, which is why we continue to bring in talent globally,” Huang said, reaffirming the company’s stance.
The Telangana High Court began hearing the case on BC reservations in the upcoming local body elections today. Tension surrounds the proposal to provide 42% reservation for BCs. Although the hearing was scheduled to start at 10:30 AM, it was adjourned to 12:30 PM, adding to the anticipation surrounding this significant issue.
Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, 35, known for hits like “Kali Camaro” and “Shaandaar,” passed away after battling injuries from a September 27 road accident in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. He was under treatment at Fortis Hospital, Mohali. MLA Partap Singh Bajwa confirmed his death, mourning the singer’s untimely demise and celebrating his soulful musical legacy.
The war of words between major political parties is intensifying ahead of the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election in Telangana. Congress, BRS, and BJP are aggressively targeting each other and treating the election as a ‘do or die’ battle. While BRS has finalized its candidate, Congress and BJP are still in the process of selecting theirs.
★World Octopus Day, ★Indian Air Force Day, ★Discovery of America Day, ★1891: Birth of Telugu poet and writer Bhogaraju Narayanamurthy, ★1895: Birth of freedom fighter Adivi Bapiraju, ★1977: Birthday of top actress Manchu Lakshmi, ★1981: birthday of Tollywood Director Dasari Maruthi, and ★1936: Death of Urdu and Hindi writer Munshi Premchand.
UPI payments, which previously required PIN entry, can now be made using fingerprint or facial recognition. Introduced by NPCI and showcased at the Global FinTech Festival in Mumbai, the new system launches today. It uses biometric data linked to the user’s Aadhaar card, offering faster and more secure payment authentication for users.
Shamshabad International Airport in Hyderabad has introduced e-wheelchairs for passenger convenience. The facility is available from the departure forecourt to the DFMD point at SHA. After security checks, passengers can continue using the service up to the boarding point. Airport authorities aim to enhance comfort for travelers with mobility needs.
Malayalam superstar Mammootty, father of Dulquer Salmaan, is reportedly under legal scrutiny as the Enforcement Directorate raided his Chennai property today, Oct 8. Eight ED officers with CRPF personnel searched ‘Wayfare Films’ premises. The action follows recent Kerala and Tamil Nadu raids probing luxury car smuggling and illegal forex, implicating Dulquer.
Indian Railways announced a new policy allowing passengers to change their booked ticket travel dates online without any fee, starting January next year. This facility is subject to seat availability on the new date. The move aims to provide greater flexibility and convenience for travelers across the country.
Traffic changes in Ghaziabad will affect vehicle movement near the civil terminal, especially during peak hours for Air Force Day today at Hindon Air Force Station. Commuters should use alternative routes. Heavy commercial vehicles will be restricted on key roads, including ALT Chauraha, Rotary Roundabout, Karhera Cut, Mohannagar, and Karan Gate.
Following the Dussehra festival, a large number of people returning to Hyderabad opted for the metro on Monday, with ridership crossing 5 lakh. Around 25,000 passengers were recorded at LB Nagar station, while Secunderabad East, Uppal, and MGBS stations also saw heavy crowds. Metro officials expect increased usage after the recent TGSRTC fare hike.
A Deepavali Asthanam will be held at the Srivari Temple on October 20 to mark the Diwali festival. In view of this special occasion, TTD has cancelled all Arjitha Sevas, including Kalyanotsavam, Oonjal Seva, and Arjitha Brahmotsavam for the day. However, Thomala and Archana sevas will be performed privately as per tradition.
An LPG truck carrying cylinders collided with a tanker on the Jaipur-Ajmer Highway near Dudu, sparking a massive fire and multiple loud explosions late Tuesday night. Debris scattered meters away, and one person was killed. Flames and blasts were visible kilometers away. Traffic halted as police and fire teams rushed to contain the situation.