As part of his third-day visit to Dubai, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu will attend a diaspora meeting today. Organized by APNRT, the event with Telugu expatriates will begin at 6:30 p.m. Large numbers of Telugu people in the UAE have registered, and special buses have been arranged for their transport.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast rain across AP for the next four days. A new low-pressure area is likely to form over the east-central Bay of Bengal today and move west-northwestwards within 24 hours. Under its influence, several districts are expected to experience light to moderate rainfall.
Soundarya Rajinikanth recently gave an exciting update about her father Rajinikanth’s upcoming film, which will be produced by Kamal Haasan’s banner. While details are still under wraps, Soundarya hinted that the project is a work in progress and promised Thalaivar will reveal more soon. Shruti Haasan, too, shared her anticipation for the film.
India’s women’s cricket team defeated New Zealand by 53 runs in their Women’s World Cup clash, securing a spot in the semifinals. Batting first, India posted a massive total of 340 runs, powered by brilliant centuries from Pratik (122) and Smriti Mandhana (109). Due to rain, New Zealand’s target was revised to 325 in 44 […]
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged that military ties with Russia would “advance non-stop” during a memorial ceremony in Russia’s Kursk region. North Korea has reportedly sent over 10,000 troops, ammunition, and missiles to aid Moscow’s war in Ukraine. In return, Pyongyang receives economic and military technology support from Russia.
Staffing issues at 10 airports, including New York, Washington, Newark, and Houston, are delaying flights. Ground stops were issued at Newark and Houston, while average delays reached 31 minutes at Reagan National and 62 minutes at LaGuardia. These disruptions come as the government shutdown enters its 23rd day.
PM Modi criticized Bihar’s opposition alliance as a “lath bandhan,” accusing leaders of self-interest and past ties to Naxalism. He urged NDA workers to campaign together, promote govt schemes, and ensure voter awareness. Modi highlighted Bihar’s progress under NDA, stressing development, and the youth’s role.
Bigg Boss 19 is in week nine with 14 contestants remaining. Farrhana Bhatt, called the “one woman army,” impressed fans with her strategy, resilience, and bold moves. After a secret-room twist and a decisive captaincy task, she reshaped alliances and proved herself fearless, earning widespread recognition as a strong contender for the finale.
Following a fire caused by a passenger’s power bank on an IndiGo Delhi-Dimapur flight, the DGCA is reviewing safety norms and may ban in-flight use or carriage of power banks. No injuries were reported as crew quickly controlled the fire. The Civil Aviation Ministry is coordinating to draft new safety measures.
Veteran actor Govardhan Asrani, 84, passed away on October 20 in Mumbai. A viral video shows him joyfully dancing on stage just 10 days before his death. Known for his iconic ‘Sholay’ jailer role, Asrani appeared in over 350 films. He was cremated in a private ceremony, as per his final wish.
WazirX resumes India operations on October 24, offering free trading on select crypto pairs. Partnering with Bitgo for enhanced fund security, the exchange aims to rebuild user trust after restructuring approval by Singapore High Court. Token distribution to creditors begins soon, marking a fresh start in India’s crypto market.
Seven bipartisan US lawmakers have urged President Trump to withdraw the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, warning it harms startups, innovation, and competitiveness. They said the rule burdens small firms relying on global talent and could push skilled workers to nations like China or Canada, weakening America’s tech and AI leadership.
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav was declared the Mahagathbandhan’s chief ministerial candidate, with VIP’s Mukesh Sahani as deputy. Announced by Congress leader Ashok Gehlot, Tejashwi attacked the NDA for lacking a vision for Bihar and claimed BJP won’t make Nitish Kumar CM again. Gehlot’s visit also reaffirmed unity within the alliance.
Reports suggest Apple might skip the iPhone 18 and 19 series, launching iPhone 20 in 2027 to mark 20 years since the first iPhone. The milestone model may feature a bezel-less design and major hardware upgrades. Apple could also unveil its first foldable iPhone around 2026 or 2027.