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In the ongoing Women’s World Cup 2025, the England women’s team will play a match against Bangladesh today at Guwahati’s Barsapara Stadium. Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead the England squad, and Nigar Sultana will lead the Bangladesh squad. The match will start at 3 PM, and fans can watch through the Star Sports Network and JioHotstar.
The grand Paidi Thalli Sirimanotsavam begins today at 3 PM in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh. Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy will offer silk clothes to Goddess Paidi Thalli. The Sirimanu chariots will move from Hukumpet. Officials expect over 5 lakh devotees to attend, and all arrangements for the massive festival have been fully completed.
In Rajasthan’s Bikaner division, a freight train en route from Ajmer to Kolayat derailed between Gajner and Kolayat stations today. A total of 37 wagons went off the tracks. Train no. 14704/03 (Lalgarh‑Jaisalmer) was cancelled. Railway teams are working on relief and track restoration, and no casualties have been reported.
Kerala is likely to receive moderate showers in central and parts of north Kerala till October 10. The IMD has issued a yellow alert from October 8-10 for several districts, including Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Palakkad, Malappuram, and Kannur, with rainfall expected between 64.5 mm and 115.5 mm daily.
Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty recorded her statement with Mumbai Police’s EOW over a ₹60 crore fraud, questioned for 4.5 hours at her residence and submitting documents about her advertising company’s transactions. Earlier, husband Raj Kundra was interrogated, and authorities will summon him again next week for the next round of questioning.
Uttarakhand’s governor has approved the Minority Education Bill, 2025, which will dismantle the madrasa board and require all madrasas to affiliate with the state Board of School Education and gain recognition from the new Minority Education Authority. The bill aims to bring minority institutions into mainstream schooling under NEP standards.
Superstar Mahesh Babu and Asian Cinemas have announced AMB Classic, their second multiplex after AMB Cinemas in Gachibowli, Hyderabad. The 7‑screen multiplex at RTC X Roads is expected to open during Sankranti 2026. Featuring advanced screens, shopping and dining areas, and a game zone, fans eagerly await the official launch announcement.
Kerala Devaswom Minister V. N. Vasavan said that President Droupadi Murmu will visit the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple on October 22, the final day of Thulamasa Pooja darshan. She will then travel to Thiruvananthapuram. During her Kerala visit, she’ll also attend the platinum jubilee celebrations of St. Thomas College, Pala.
Rishab Shetty’s “Kantara: Chapter 1,” featuring Rukmini Vasanth, has crossed a major milestone in North America, grossing $2.6 million by the end of its first weekend. The devotional drama is on track to surpass $3 million soon, while its global collection has already reached ₹300 crore. Future earnings in the coming days remain uncertain.
Mahindra & Mahindra has launched the new Bolero in the market, priced between ₹7.99 lakh and ₹9.69 lakh (ex-showroom). The Bolero Neo is available from ₹8.49 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh. The updated models feature a refreshed grille, front fog lamps, and stylish diamond-cut R15 alloy wheels, enhancing both aesthetics and on-road presence.
In Andhra Pradesh, the government has issued a stern warning: if ration cardholders fail to collect supplies for three consecutive months or complete the e‑KYC process, their cards may be canceled. The state and central governments have mandated e‑KYC to ensure legitimate beneficiaries receive welfare schemes while removing ineligible recipients.
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain and snowfall today in high-altitude areas, including Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Pithoragarh, and Bageshwar. Residents and travelers are advised to exercise caution, stay updated on weather conditions, and take necessary safety measures while moving through these vulnerable districts.
Marking two years since Hamas’ October 7 attack, Israel remains fractured. Unofficial memorials are led by bereaved families amid public anger over Netanyahu’s failure to secure a ceasefire and free remaining hostages. In Gaza, Israel’s offensive grinds on, displacing civilians as indirect peace talks proceed in Egypt.
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved ₹252.86 crore for the modernization and expansion of fire services. At least 17 new fire stations will be established, while buildings at 36 existing locations will be reconstructed. A state-level command control center with advanced technology will be set up in Amaravati to enhance emergency capabilities.
The Mahagathbandhan has reportedly finalised its seat-sharing for the Bihar Assembly elections, with a press conference expected in Patna today. RJD, as the senior partner, is likely to get 125 seats, Congress 55-57, Left 35, VIP 20, Pashupati Paras 3, and JMM 2. Minor differences persist between RJD and Congress over exact allocations.