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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.
The Sensex rose for the sixth straight session, adding 130 points to close at 84,556 after hitting a 52-week high of 85,290. Nifty ended 23 points higher at 25,891. IT stocks led gains, with Infosys up 4%. Broader markets fell slightly as mid- and small-cap indices closed lower.
As Bihar heads for assembly elections on November 6 and 11, the Mahagathbandhan, NDA, and Jan Suraj unveiled ambitious promises. From government jobs, women’s aid, and expanded reservations to free power, pensions, and loan subsidies, parties are making bold pledges to secure votes in the high-stakes electoral battle.
Telangana reports the highest impaired kidney function prevalence at 7.4%, driven by diabetes and hypertension affecting 37 lakh people. Males face greater risk than females. Factors include heat stress, contaminated water, and misuse of medications. Both rural and urban areas are equally affected, says a recent ICMR study.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced mini fire stations every 100 km on expressways for faster emergency response. He emphasized upgrading fire services for disaster management, rescue, and high-rise emergencies. New posts and specialized units will strengthen operations, with fire units already active at several state airports.
The INDIA bloc announced RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav as its CM candidate for Bihar elections. Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot confirmed support from Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. VIP chief Mukesh Sahni will become deputy CM, joined by another backward class leader if the coalition wins the state assembly polls.
In the Women’s ODI World Cup, India will face New Zealand in Navi Mumbai today at 3 PM IST. New Zealand captain Sophie Devine won the toss and chose to bowl. The match is crucial for both the teams, and the winner advances to the semifinals, while the losing team exits the tournament, promising an […]
The CBI has officially cleared Rhea Chakraborty in the Sushant Singh Rajput death case, confirming his death was a suicide with no evidence of financial misconduct. The investigation found no proof of Rhea or her family pressuring or contacting Sushant before his death. The Patna court will review the closure report on December 20.
Pan-India star Prabhas stuns in a festive birthday poster for ‘The Raja Saab,’ a romantic horror comedy directed by Maruthi. The theatrical trailer received rave reviews, especially from fans. Set for a January 9, 2026 release, the film stars Malavika Mohanan and Nidhhi Agerwal and features Sanjay Dutt and Boman Irani, with music by Thaman.
Tejashwi Yadav’s journey from a novice politician to the Chief Ministerial candidate of the INDIA bloc reflects his rise as a prominent leader. Building on his family legacy, he has steadily gained public trust through grassroots connect, youth appeal, and strong leadership, positioning himself as a key contender in Bihar’s political landscape.
Former Telangana Minister KTR urged IAS officers not to become victims of current ministers’ mistakes. He blamed the state govt’s pressure for IAS officer Rizvi’s voluntary retirement. He warned that officers supporting the alleged anarchy by CM Revanth or others could face punishment and criticized claims that officers were avoiding irregularities.
Team India set a target of 265 runs against Australia in the second ODI at Adelaide, scoring 264 for 9 in 50 overs. Rohit Sharma (73), Shreyas Iyer (61), Axar Patel (44), and Harshit Rana (24) performed well. Australian bowlers Adam Zampa (4), Xavier Bartlett (3), and Mitchell Starc (2) took wickets.