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Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower after a volatile session, marking their eighth consecutive decline amid foreign fund outflows and RBI rate hike fears. The Sensex dropped 97.32 points to close at 80,267.62. Over eight sessions, it has lost 2,746.34 points, or 3.30%, despite intraday highs and selective stock recoveries.
The rupee hit an all-time low of 88.79 against the US dollar, falling 4 paise due to sustained foreign outflows and global trade tensions. A sharp drop in crude oil prices cushioned the fall. Forex traders added that a weaker dollar also helped limit further depreciation of the Indian currency, offering temporary market relief.
Pawan Kalyan’s ‘OG’ had a record-breaking weekend, grossing over Rs. 250 crore worldwide. On Monday, it still managed a solid Rs. 10 crore globally, despite reduced footfalls from hiked ticket prices, which are now normalized in Telangana. Directed by Sujeeth, the film stars Emraan Hashmi and Priyanka Mohan, with music by Thaman.
The Bombay High Court denied a plea to quash a rape case against a 29-year-old man who married a minor girl. The court held marriage and parenthood don’t nullify charges under the POCSO Act. The man claimed a consensual relationship and registered marriage after the girl turned 18, which was rejected.
FBI Director Kash Patel presented 3D-printed replica pistols to senior New Zealand security officials during his July visit. The inoperable pistols violated local gun laws and had to be destroyed, authorities confirmed. Patel was in Wellington to inaugurate the FBI’s first standalone office in New Zealand.
India has invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to aid the investigation into singer Zubeen Garg’s death. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the move following public demand. A 10-member SIT is probing the case. Garg died on September 19 in Singapore, with his family denying initial claims of a scuba diving accident.
Dhanush’s blockbuster ‘Kuberaa,’ which earned over Rs. 100 crore, will premiere on Star Maa on October 5, 2025, at 5:30 PM. Directed by Sekhar Kammula, this gripping social drama stars Rashmika Mandanna and Akkineni Nagarjuna. Produced by Suniel Narang and Puskur Ram Mohan Rao, the film features a score by Devi Sri Prasad.
Google’s Chief Technologist said that AI is reshaping learning by moving it from passive absorption to active, personalized engagement. It helps navigate vast digital content, creating tailored experiences for individuals. This approach enhances cognitive understanding while also addressing emotional motivation and social interaction.
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that jointness among the Armed Forces is now an operational necessity. At an IAF seminar in New Delhi, he highlighted Operation Sindoor’s success in enhancing real-time situational awareness and reducing fratricide. He stressed the importance of shared learning in audits, aviation standards, and aerospace safety.
A powerful explosion on Quetta’s Zarghoon Road killed six and injured 19, with police suspecting a suicide attack. The blast shattered nearby windows and triggered gunfire. Hospitals were placed on emergency alert, and security forces cordoned off the area. This follows a deadly Sept 4 bombing in Quetta that claimed 15 lives during a political […]
The Andhra Pradesh government approved a ticket price hike for Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara Chapter-1,’ taking an inclusive stand. However, some Telugu film industry members opposed it, citing past issues in Karnataka. They referred to challenges like ticket cap refusals and disruptions during releases of ‘RRR,’ ‘OG,’ and ‘Game Changer.’
Tilak Varma starred in India’s Asia Cup final win over Pakistan, scoring an unbeaten 69. Echoing captain Suryakumar Yadav, he said Pakistan is no match for India. Facing early pressure and on-field sledging, Tilak stayed composed, choosing to focus on basics. He revealed his motivation was to win for 140 crore Indians.
LoP Rahul Gandhi accused PM Narendra Modi of betraying the people of Ladakh. He demanded an impartial judicial probe into the police firing that killed four protesters. Among the deceased was Tsewang Tharchin, a Kargil War veteran, sparking widespread outrage in the Union Territory and drawing sharp criticism from opposition parties nationwide.
The Sports Ministry has opened applications for the 2025 National Sports Awards, with October 28 as the deadline. These prestigious honors, presented by the President of India, celebrate outstanding achievements in sports. The ceremony, held at Rashtrapati Bhawan each year, will be scheduled soon, drawing attention from athletes and sports fans nationwide.
TVK leaders Anand and Nirmal Kumar approached the Madurai Bench of Madras HC seeking anticipatory bail over the Karur stampede that killed 41 during Vijay’s rally on September 27. They claimed police and administrative lapses caused the tragedy, not organisers’ fault, and urged protection from arrest. Petitions will be heard on October 3.