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Producer Bandla Ganesh hosted a lavish Diwali party in Hyderabad for Tollywood stars, including Chiranjeevi, Venkatesh, and Teja Sajja. During the event, Ganesh praised Teja Sajja, calling him “the next Allu Arjun,” a remark that drew cheers and applause from the attendees, highlighting Sajja’s rising prominence in the Indian film industry.
Millions of Americans joined the “No Kings” protests across all 50 states, with over 7 million participants in 2,700 cities. Major rallies in New York, DC, Los Angeles, and Chicago denounced Trump’s leadership and policies, highlighting threats to democracy, ICE raids, troop deployments, and federal program cuts, asserting the US is not a monarchy.
Congress released its second list for Bihar assembly polls, naming five candidates: Shaswat Kedar Pandey (Narkatiaganj), Qamrul Hoda (Kishanganj), Irfan Alam (Kasba), Jitender Yadav (Purnia), and Mohan Shrivasta (Gaya Town). Mahagathbandhan allies RJD and Congress face friendly fights on some seats. Polling: November 6, 11 and results: November 14.
Nepal’s Gen Z group, led by Miraj Dhungana, announced plans to form a political party ahead of the 2026 elections but said participation depends on meeting “bottom-line” demands, a directly elected executive and voting rights for overseas Nepalis. The youth movement, known for anti-corruption protests, seeks reforms in governance, economy, and transparency.
Delhi Police detained 28 JNU students, including JNUSU leaders, after clashes during a protest march to gherao the Vasant Kunj police station. Police denied assault claims by Left groups, saying students broke barricades, injuring six personnel. The protest followed Friday’s campus violence between Left and ABVP members during a meeting.
J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said the exposition of Lord Buddha’s Holy Relics in Kalmykia strengthens India-Russia people-to-people ties. At the Golden Abode of Shakyamuni Buddha Monastery, he offered prayers, presented a “Khatak” and a Kashmiri shawl, calling the event a historic spiritual bridge and a homecoming of faith for the Kalmyk people.
The IMD forecasts continuous rainfall in Tamil Nadu until October 23 due to the Northeast Monsoon and low-pressure systems over the Comorin Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Arabian Sea. Light to heavy rains with thunderstorms are expected, with alerts for districts including The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Tirupur, Erode, Salem, Tenkasi, and southern coastal areas.
BCCI and ICC condemned the deaths of three Afghan cricketers — Kabeer Agha, Sibghatullah, and Haroon — killed in Pakistan’s alleged airstrike in Paktika. Both cricket bodies expressed sorrow and solidarity with Afghanistan. ICC Chairman Jay Shah called it a tragic loss. Afghanistan also withdrew from a tri-series with Pakistan and Sri Lanka in protest.
Jharkhand crushed Tamil Nadu by an innings and 114 runs in Coimbatore, led by Ishan Kishan’s 173 and debutant Rishav Raj’s 4/49. TN were bowled out for 93 and 212 after following on. Despite a 100-run stand between Siddarth (80) and Shahrukh Khan (37), Jharkhand’s spinners sealed a dominant Group A Ranji Trophy win.
Dhanteras 2025 falls on October 18. While buying gold, silver, and utensils is considered lucky, avoid donating money, black clothes, oil/ghee, and iron/glass items. These are believed to drive away wealth and invite negativity. Worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera, light lamps, and chant mantras to attract prosperity on this auspicious day.
Delhi’s air pollution is harming more than your lungs—it affects your heart, liver, kidneys, and even your brain. Dr. Vinit Banga warns that microscopic pollutants trigger long-term diseases like stroke, hypertension, and Alzheimer’s. The damage is silent but deadly. He urges citizens to wear N95 masks, use air purifiers, and avoid outdoor exercise.
Huawei has launched the Nova Flip S in China. This affordable flip phone features a 50MP dual camera and a 32MP selfie shooter. It has a 6.94-inch foldable main display and a 2.14-inch cover screen. Powered by a 4400mAh battery with 66W charging, it starts at approximately ₹41,900.
On Dhanteras, Mathura’s Banke Bihari Temple treasury reopened after 54 years under court supervision. Security was tight, and only authorized committee members entered. The rare event, merging faith with legal oversight, added spiritual depth to the festival of prosperity, marking a momentous day for devotees and temple tradition alike.
Varun Tej, after a series of flops and delays, is set to resume work. He’ll finish Korean Kanakaraju by November and start shooting an AI-based love story directed by Vikram Sirikonda in December. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the film will be shot largely in the USA, with Varun opting for a profit-sharing model.
In 2025, Delhiites lost nearly ₹1,000 crore to cyber scams like investment frauds, digital arrests, and boss scams. Police froze 20% of stolen funds with swift reporting via helpline 1930. Criminals use fake identities, social media, and foreign networks. Officials urge caution, verification, and public awareness to combat rising cyber threats.