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Central Railway has operated 705 Diwali and Chhath special trains, ferrying over 10.6 lakh passengers, said GM Vijay Kumar. He added that 1,998 specials will run by November 30 out of 12,011 nationwide, mostly from Pune and Mumbai. These services aim to ease festive travel for 30 lakh passengers heading to Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and […]
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Ecuador’s coast, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported. The quake occurred at a depth of 35 km (22 miles). Authorities are monitoring the situation as residents in nearby regions felt strong tremors. No immediate reports of damage, casualties, or tsunami warnings have been issued.
US President Donald Trump issued a stark warning, stating that any further violation of the ceasefire in Gaza would lead to a “fast, furious, and brutal” response. Several Middle Eastern allies have expressed a strong willingness to take military action against Hamas if it continues breaching the agreement, Trump emphasized in his statement.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski issued a stern warning to Russian President Putin, stating that if he tries to use Polish airspace on his way to a summit with US President Trump, Poland may execute an international arrest warrant. This could lead to Putin being handed over to the International Criminal Court in The Hague. […]
India’s senior women’s football team faced a 0-2 defeat against Iran in the opening match of the Tri-Nation friendly tournament. Sara Didar’s goals in the 64th and 74th minutes sealed Iran’s victory. India will look to bounce back in their next match against Nepal on October 27, ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup.
In Bihar’s election race, AIMIM’s Kalamuddin suffered a heart attack during his arrest after filing nomination papers in Jehanabad. Meanwhile, RJD’s Satendra Sah was arrested in a 2004 dacoity case, sparking protests. These arrests, weeks before the November 6 and 11 Assembly elections, have fueled allegations of political targeting.
Kerala’s Idukki, Malappuram, and Palakkad districts declared school holidays on Wednesday due to IMD’s red alert for heavy rainfall, expecting over 204.4 mm in 24 hours. The alert also extends to other districts like Pathanamthitta and Kozhikode. Orange and yellow alerts have been issued for more regions in the coming days.
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa accused AAP of defaming Diwali, calling its pollution criticism politically motivated. He blamed previous governments for smog, defended AQI data, and dismissed allegations on illegal crackers and cloud seeding, while warning that religious traditions should not be politicized during Delhi’s hazardous pollution.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif extended Diwali wishes to Hindus, but social media criticized him for hypocrisy. Hindus now make up just 1.63% of the population, facing persecution, temple demolitions, and violence, highlighting the disconnect between official messages and harsh realities for religious minorities in Pakistan.
IMD forecasts thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) in Telangana’s districts, including Hyderabad, over the next five days. Heavy rain is expected in Khammam, Nalgonda, and nearby areas on October 24-25. A well-marked low-pressure area is likely to intensify into a depression, bringing heavy rainfall to Andhra Pradesh as well.
Chinese smartphone maker iQOO launched iQOO 15 featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 6.85-inch AMOLED display, triple 50MP rear cameras, and 7,000mAh battery. Prices start at CNY 4,199 (₹51,900). The Honor of Kings 10th Anniversary Collector’s Edition offers 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. The phone supports 144Hz display, 100W wired, and 40W wireless charging.
A viral video from a Karnataka Veda school shows Sanskrit teacher Veeresh Hiremath brutally kicking and thrashing a student for using a phone to call his parents. Despite injuries, the assault continued. Police registered a case after the teacher fled. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar condemned the act and promised strict action and investigation.
In 1911, Italian worker Vincenzo Peruggia stole Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa from the Louvre, hiding it for two years before being caught in Italy. Claiming patriotism, he said he wanted to return it home. The daring daylight theft made global headlines, transforming the Mona Lisa into the world’s most famous painting.
Australia leads 1-0 in the ongoing ODI series against India but has made key changes for the 2nd match starting on Oct 23. Bowler Ben Dwarshuis is ruled out due to a calf injury, and Matthew Kuhnemann has been released. Adam Zampa and Alex Carey return, with Zampa replacing Kuhnemann and Carey replacing Josh Phillipe […]
A viral video shows BJP student leader Vikul Chaprana in Meerut forcing a man to kneel and apologise, boasting ties with UP minister Somendra Tomar. Police stood idle as Chaprana hurled abuses. The Congress condemned the incident, calling it an example of BJP leaders’ misuse of power and class privilege.