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India faced challenges in the first two matches of the ICC Women’s World Cup due to difficult pitch conditions. However, the third match at ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam is expected to favor batters. Known for being batting-friendly, the pitch has reportedly been further improved, raising expectations of high scores in the upcoming game.
The Indian Air Force is celebrating its 93rd Foundation Day today. Established on October 8, 1932, it was originally called the Royal Indian Air Force during British rule, with ‘Royal’ dropped after India became a Republic in 1950. Its motto, “Touch the Sky with Glory,” is inspired by Chapter 11 of the Bhagavad Gita.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan will visit his Pithapuram Assembly constituency tomorrow to personally address the concerns of fishermen in the Uppada area, particularly regarding sea water pollution. He is expected to inspect the affected areas by boat. Also, he will lay the foundation stone for various development works in the Pithapuram constituency.
The Central Govt has responded to the ongoing dispute among Tata Group board trustees over appointments and governance issues. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and FM Sitharaman held discussions with Tata Group leaders. The govt has reportedly advised the group to resolve the matter internally, without allowing external interference in corporate affairs.
‘Pournami’, directed by Prabhu Deva and starring Pan-India star Prabhas, is all set for grand re-release on October 23, 2025, to mark Prabhas’ birthday. Originally released in 2006, this spiritual action film also features Trisha and Charmi Kaur in female lead roles. A new poster has been unveiled to announce the film’s special re-release.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has defended US President Donald Trump’s decision to raise the H-1B visa fee to $100,000, stating it won’t affect Nvidia’s commitment to hiring global talent. “Nvidia is built on talent from around the world, which is why we continue to bring in talent globally,” Huang said, reaffirming the company’s stance.
The Telangana High Court began hearing the case on BC reservations in the upcoming local body elections today. Tension surrounds the proposal to provide 42% reservation for BCs. Although the hearing was scheduled to start at 10:30 AM, it was adjourned to 12:30 PM, adding to the anticipation surrounding this significant issue.
Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, 35, known for hits like “Kali Camaro” and “Shaandaar,” passed away after battling injuries from a September 27 road accident in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. He was under treatment at Fortis Hospital, Mohali. MLA Partap Singh Bajwa confirmed his death, mourning the singer’s untimely demise and celebrating his soulful musical legacy.
The war of words between major political parties is intensifying ahead of the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election in Telangana. Congress, BRS, and BJP are aggressively targeting each other and treating the election as a ‘do or die’ battle. While BRS has finalized its candidate, Congress and BJP are still in the process of selecting theirs.
★World Octopus Day, ★Indian Air Force Day, ★Discovery of America Day, ★1891: Birth of Telugu poet and writer Bhogaraju Narayanamurthy, ★1895: Birth of freedom fighter Adivi Bapiraju, ★1977: Birthday of top actress Manchu Lakshmi, ★1981: birthday of Tollywood Director Dasari Maruthi, and ★1936: Death of Urdu and Hindi writer Munshi Premchand.
UPI payments, which previously required PIN entry, can now be made using fingerprint or facial recognition. Introduced by NPCI and showcased at the Global FinTech Festival in Mumbai, the new system launches today. It uses biometric data linked to the user’s Aadhaar card, offering faster and more secure payment authentication for users.
Shamshabad International Airport in Hyderabad has introduced e-wheelchairs for passenger convenience. The facility is available from the departure forecourt to the DFMD point at SHA. After security checks, passengers can continue using the service up to the boarding point. Airport authorities aim to enhance comfort for travelers with mobility needs.
Malayalam superstar Mammootty, father of Dulquer Salmaan, is reportedly under legal scrutiny as the Enforcement Directorate raided his Chennai property today, Oct 8. Eight ED officers with CRPF personnel searched ‘Wayfare Films’ premises. The action follows recent Kerala and Tamil Nadu raids probing luxury car smuggling and illegal forex, implicating Dulquer.
Indian Railways announced a new policy allowing passengers to change their booked ticket travel dates online without any fee, starting January next year. This facility is subject to seat availability on the new date. The move aims to provide greater flexibility and convenience for travelers across the country.