North Korea revealed its new Hwasong-20 intercontinental ballistic missile at a parade marking the Workers’ Party’s 80th anniversary. Described as its most powerful nuclear weapon, the solid-fueled missile is expected to carry multiple warheads. Though untested in flight, analysts believe it complicates U.S. missile defense strategies.
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck off southern Philippines Saturday night, just a day after twin quakes killed at least seven people. The latest quake hit near Cagwait, Surigao del Sur, at a depth of 59 km. Friday’s quakes, measuring 7.4 and 6.8, triggered landslides, evacuations, and tsunami warnings across the affected coastal regions.
Six people were killed in two shootings in Mississippi, including four in Leland after a high school homecoming game. Twelve others were injured in the downtown shooting. State Senator Derrick Simmons confirmed the incident, saying four victims were flown to Jackson for treatment. The second shooting occurred in Heidelberg, adding to the tragedy in the […]
BC leader R Krishnaiah announced a Telangana bandh on October 14, protesting the High Court’s interim stay on 42% BC reservations in local bodies. He accused the Congress-led government of negligence and urged political parties to support the bandh. The quota had followed a caste survey and commission report but was halted by the High […]
BC leader R Krishnaiah announced a Telangana bandh on October 14, protesting the High Court’s interim stay on 42% BC reservations in local bodies. He accused the Congress-led government of negligence and urged political parties to support the bandh. The quota had followed a caste survey and commission report but was halted by the High […]
Ahead of the Bihar elections, Indian Inclusive Party chief I.P. Gupta met RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, likely joining the Mahagathbandhan. Gupta, a key voice for the Paan community, could add social strength to the alliance. His inclusion may help mobilize backward caste voters. RJD’s Tej Pratap also teased a major announcement on candidate selection.
US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor met PM Modi in Delhi, discussing trade, defence, and tech. Gor gifted Modi a signed photo with Trump’s handwritten message: “Mr Prime Minister, you are great.” Amid tensions over US tariffs on Indian goods, Modi expressed hope for improved ties. Gor termed current issues a “hiccup” and praised India.
Raipur police solved a blind murder after 26-year-old Sonu Pal was found dead in a drain. Three men—Sumit Bande, Ajay Ratre, and Gulshan Gaikwad—confessed to killing him after a fight over a bidi. They lured him with drugs, then fatally assaulted him. The case was cracked through CCTV footage, local inquiries, and technical analysis.
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Allu Arjun has reportedly surpassed Prabhas to become India’s highest-paid actor, charging ₹175 crore for his upcoming film directed by Atlee. After Pushpa’s success, Sun Pictures agreed to his demand. The big-budget action film, shot across Mumbai, UAE, and USA, features Deepika Padukone, Mrunal Thakur, and Janhvi Kapoor, and is set for a 2027 release.
Prashant Kishor hinted at contesting from Raghopur against Tejashwi Yadav in Bihar 2025 polls, warning him of a Rahul Gandhi-style Amethi defeat. Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party released its first list of 51 candidates, including diverse names like Bhojpuri singer Ritesh Pandey and Karpoori Thakur’s granddaughter, signaling a strong challenge to RJD.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov warned of a dystopian future where internet freedom vanishes. On his 41st birthday, he criticized growing government control, digital surveillance, and censorship across Europe and beyond. Durov urged action, stating the current generation may be the last to enjoy true online freedom, calling for resistance.
WhatsApp is testing a new feature allowing users to control who can reshare their status updates. Found in beta version 2.25.27.5, the feature remains off by default. Users can manually enable it and select specific contacts for viewing and resharing. Reshared statuses will be labeled, and original posters will receive a notification when it happens.
SP MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq criticized Yogi Adityanath’s government for hosting Taliban minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in UP. He questioned the BJP’s “double standards,” recalling an FIR filed against his late grandfather for supporting the Taliban. Barq asked why security is being provided now if earlier support for the group was condemned as shameful.