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The J&K govt ordered schools in Jammu to close today and on Oct 7 following an IMD forecast of heavy rainfall. Earlier downpours caused significant damage, including destroyed homes, sunken roads, and ruined crops in Rajouri. Multiple landslides have blocked key routes, prompting preemptive closures of all government and private schools across the division.
India will test its mettle at the BWF World Junior Badminton Championships, which begins today. Hosting the prestigious event after 17 years, India enters as one of the favourites. The tournament will commence with mixed team events, followed by individual competitions. Organized by the Badminton World Federation, the championship showcases top junior talent from across […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, October 6, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 81274.79, up at 67.62 points or 0.08%, and the Nifty was at 24916.55, up at 22.30 points or 0.09%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 88.76 against the dollar.
Tomato prices have plunged across Andhra Pradesh, including Kurnool’s Pattikonda market, dropping from Rs 8–10 per kg before Dussehra to just Rs 4. Farmers, receiving only Rs 1 per kg, staged a protest on a main road in Anantapur, demanding fair prices. The protest disrupted traffic briefly, highlighting their frustration over declining returns.
India Women topped the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup points table after an 88-run win over Pakistan. Batting first, India scored 247 in 50 overs, while Pakistan were bowled out for 159 in 43 overs. Amin top-scored for Pakistan with 81. Earlier, India defeated Sri Lanka by 59 runs via the DLS method in their […]
During the Dussehra festival, around 20 lakh devotees visited the Kanakadurga temple at Indrakiladri in Vijayawada over 14 days. Temple EO Seenanayak stated that 15.9 lakh devotees visited between September 22 and October 2, while 4.15 lakh visited from October 3 to 5. Counting of hundi offerings will take place over the next three days.
INS Androth, built in Kolkata, is a new-generation anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft. Designed for high-speed operations, it features advanced sensors, stealth capabilities, and lightweight torpedoes. The vessel enhances coastal defense with its superior maneuverability. It showcases India’s growing naval manufacturing capabilities.
India A clinched the unofficial three-match ODI series against Australia A 2-1 with a thrilling two-wicket win in the final match. Australia posted 316 in 49.1 overs, but India A chased it down in 46 overs, losing eight wickets. Prabhsimran Singh (102), Shreyas Iyer (62), and Riyan Parag (62) starred with the bat.
Russia has launched fierce attacks on Ukraine, targeting nine regions with over 500 drones. At least five civilians were killed, including four in a single strike, and several others injured. Ukrainian President Zelensky accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilians and vital infrastructure in the ongoing assault, escalating the humanitarian crisis.
Odisha’s historic city of Cuttack remained tense after violence erupted during Durga Puja idol immersion, reportedly over loud music in Dargah Bazaar. The clashes prompted a 36-hour curfew, internet suspension, and a bandh call. Political leaders appealed for peace as authorities struggled to restore order in the city known for communal harmony.
The Trump administration declared Chicago a “war zone” to justify deploying 300 National Guard soldiers despite local Democratic opposition. Critics accused Republicans of creating chaos, while a CBS poll showed 58% oppose such deployments. Trump maintains his hardline stance, making exaggerated claims about unrest in Portland and Washington, DC.
Heavy rains triggered multiple landslides in Darjeeling post-Durga Puja, killing at least 20, including children, and injuring many. Homes were destroyed, highways NH 55 and NH 10 blocked, and tourists stranded. The town, once bustling with holidaymakers, turned into a zone of despair. CM Mamata Banerjee set up a 24×7 control room, monitoring the situation.
EAM Jaishankar said any India-US trade deal must respect New Delhi’s “red lines,” amid tensions over Washington’s tariff policies. Speaking at the Kautilya Economic Enclave, he termed US tariffs “unfair and unjustified,” citing penalties on Indian goods and energy imports from Russia, while urging progress toward a balanced trade understanding.
An earthquake measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale struck Doda in Jammu & Kashmir at 2:47 a.m. IST today, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The tremor occurred at a shallow depth of 5 km, with its epicentre at latitude 33.10 N and longitude 76.18 E. No casualties or structural damage have been […]
Four Australia A players, including the captain, fell sick in Kanpur; one hospitalized. BCCI’s Rajiv Shukla denied food quality issues, attributing it to possible infection. He cited limited hotel and airport infrastructure as challenges. Shukla also noted IPL teams manage their own logistics, unlike in international or India A matches. Series now level at 1-1.