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Cybercrime in India has surged, with scams like fake apps, digital arrest threats, parcel fraud, job offers, and investment traps costing millions. Fraudsters trick users through links, calls, or fake identities. Always verify sources, avoid unknown links, and never share banking details. Report suspicious activity via 1930 or the Cyber Crime Portal.
AP Home Minister Anitha said a case has been registered in connection with the Kurnool bus tragedy, and the driver is in police custody. She stated that the bodies were completely charred and will be identified through DNA testing. The minister added that a full investigation is underway with 16 special teams examining all angles.
The Election Commission of India informed the Madras High Court that a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls will start in Tamil Nadu next week. The move follows similar efforts in Bihar amid allegations of irregularities. The revision addresses a petition claiming mass deletion of AIADMK voters in Chennai’s T. Nagar constituency.
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal faced a setback as the Kerala High Court struck down the state government’s order legalizing the ivory in his possession. The court cancelled his license and directed the govt to issue a fresh notification in compliance with legal provisions. The judgment reaffirms strict enforcement of wildlife protection laws in Kerala.
Alaska Airlines resumed flights Thursday after an IT outage grounded operations for hours, canceling 229 flights and causing further disruptions. The airline is helping affected travelers and urged passengers to check flight updates. The outage hit Alaska and Horizon Air services, while Hawaiian Airlines flights continued unaffected across its network.
During the Bihar poll campaign, IND bloc CM candidate Tejashwi Yadav announced new promises for women. He pledged LPG cylinders at ₹500 and an increase in old-age pensions to ₹1,500. Tejashwi also assured improvements in education, healthcare, and employment, along with a grievance redressal system to address citizens’ concerns effectively.
Fresh from their ODI series win, Australia has announced its squad for the upcoming T20 series against India. All-rounder Glenn Maxwell, recovered from injury, makes his return. The squad includes Marsh (C), Abbott, Xavier, Beardman, David, Dwarshuis, Ellis, Hazlewood, Head, Inglis, Matthew, Maxwell, Owen, Philippe, Short, Stoinis and Zampa.
Union External Affairs Minister Jaishankar expressed dissatisfaction with the United Nations’ decisions, stating they no longer reflect global priorities. Speaking at the release of a postal stamp marking the UN’s 80th anniversary, he emphasized the need for peace in an age of conflict and reiterated India’s call for comprehensive UN reforms.
The World Bank approved a USD 280 million loan to upgrade Kerala’s healthcare for 11 million elderly and vulnerable people. The programme boosts digital health, climate resilience, and treatment for hypertension and cancer. It also promotes home-based elderly care and develops sustainable, climate-smart health infrastructure across major districts.
The ‘No Kings’ protests erupted across the US in response to executive overreach, threats to democratic norms and civil liberties, and militarised domestic deployments. Organised by a coalition of over 200 groups, protesters voiced concerns over immigration raids, suppression of dissent, mass surveillance and erosion of institutional checks.
Indian ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer revealed he took a six-month break from red-ball cricket due to recurring back issues affecting his intensity in Tests. After surgery and recovery, he opted to focus on fitness and white-ball formats. Despite missing the Irani Cup, Iyer aims to maintain form and regain confidence in limited-overs cricket.
The blockbuster film ‘Kotha Lokah’, which started as a small release and became a huge hit, will stream on ‘Jio Hotstar’ from October 31. The movie will be available in Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi. It stars Kalyani Priyadarshan in the lead, along with Naslen, Chandu Salimkumar, Arun Kurian, and Vijayaraghavan in key […]
In an exciting update for ‘Spirit,’ the film has confirmed that Rishie Manoj, the son of director Trivikram Srinivas, and Mahadhan Bhupathiraju, the son of actor Ravi Teja, will serve as assistant directors. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, this marks a significant milestone in their filmmaking journey, with fans eager to see these star kids […]
Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar praised Virat Kohli’s contributions to Indian cricket amid retirement discussions. Gavaskar said Kohli has rendered invaluable services, has much cricket left, and is likely to play a big innings in the third ODI in Sydney. He added that one or two failures are natural despite Kohli’s thousands of runs.
“Bison” attempts to tackle oppression and inequality, with Dhruv Vikram and Pasupathy delivering strong performances. However, Mari Selvaraj’s direction lacks the emotional depth seen in his previous works. The film’s predictable storyline, uneven pacing, and prolonged runtime make it a mediocre experience, best approached with modest expectations.