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Australia’s veteran pacer Mitchell Starc returns to the Big Bash League after 11 years, signing with the Sydney Sixers for BBL 15. Retired from T20Is, Starc may play after January 8, depending on fitness. Expressing excitement, Starc said he hopes to help the Sydney Sixers secure another title for their passionate fans.
After the smash hit “Committee Kurrollu,” Niharika Konidela and director Yadu Vamsi are teaming up again under Pink Elephant Pictures. Their new project, a youthful entertainer, is in pre-production and expected to go on floors in 2026. With Niharika backing unique stories and Yadu’s creative direction, the collaboration promises another engaging film.
The Muhammad Yunus-led government in Bangladesh is reportedly taking steps to suppress Awami League supporters, as per Human Rights Watch. The govt plans to use the Anti-Terrorism Act for arrests. HRW Deputy Director Meenakshi Ganguly warned that the repressive tactics once used by Sheikh Hasina’s govt should not be repeated under the new leadership.
Madurai Airport received a bomb threat email, prompting swift action from authorities. CISF, police, and bomb squads conducted intensive checks across the facility, including parking and passenger areas. No explosives were found. A similar hoax email also targeted Hyderabad Airport, leading police to launch a probe to trace its source.
IIT Guwahati will close GATE 2026 late fee registration today, October 9. Candidates can still apply via gate.iitg.ac.in with a late fee. Application fees: ₹1,000 for female/SC/ST/PwD candidates and ₹2,000 for others; with late fee, ₹1,500 and ₹2,500 respectively. GATE 2026 will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15 across multiple papers.
Several DSC-2025 candidates met former CM YS Jagan at his camp office in Tadepalli, alleging injustice by the NDA govt in AP. They submitted a petition claiming improper implementation of G.O. 77, confusion in open and reservation categories, and alleged that non-meritorious candidates were selected under sports quota, leading to widespread dissatisfaction.
BRS MLA T Harish Rao slammed the Telangana Congress government after being placed under house arrest before a protest against TGSRTC’s bus fare hike. Calling it a violation of Articles 19 and 21, Rao accused Congress of curbing fundamental rights and questioned Rahul Gandhi on restricting peaceful dissent guaranteed by the Constitution.
Karwa Chauth, celebrated on October 10, is a major Hindu festival where married women, mainly in North India, fast from sunrise to moonrise for their husbands’ well-being. The RBI calendar lists it as a bank holiday in select regions, with Himachal Pradesh confirmed closed, while other states may declare holidays based on local observance.
Top BRS leaders organized the Chalo Bus Bhavan protest in Hyderabad, Telangana, against the recent hike in city bus fares. KTR and other leaders traveled to Bus Bhavan in TGSRTC buses, while Harish Rao departed from Mehdipatnam. During the protest, BRS leaders plan to submit a memorandum to the TGSRTC Managing Director.
Producer Shobu Yarlagadda revealed that nearly 80% of Bahubali’s budget was spent on production, while only 20% went to cast and crew, showcasing the film’s immense scale and technical brilliance. Excitement builds as “Baahubali: The Epic” prepares for a grand re-release on October 31, 2025, combining both parts into a single, spectacular cut.
After a brief halt due to KSPCB’s order citing environmental violations, Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 has resumed shooting in Bidadi. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar intervened, allowing the studio to resolve issues. Host Kichcha Sudeep thanked him for the timely support as Colors Kannada released a new promo declaring, BBK12 is here to stay.
Rajinikanth’s “Coolie,” directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, was highly anticipated but received mixed reviews, with audiences criticizing the writing despite strong box office numbers. The film released on Prime Video last month in South Indian languages. Now, the Hindi dubbed version, “Coolie,” is available for streaming after an eight-week theatrical run.
World Sight Day is celebrated annually across the world on every second Thursday of October. This year, it is observed today to raise awareness about maintaining healthy vision. It was initiated by the SightFirst Campaign of the Lions Club International Foundation in 2000. The theme for 2025 is ‘Love Your Eyes’.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Canberra for key meetings with Australian leaders today, including Deputy PM Richard Marles, to enhance defence collaboration, maritime security, and Indo-Pacific cooperation. Welcomed by Assistant Defence Minister Peter Khalil, the visit marks five years of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Telangana’s Health Dept will administer polio drops on Oct 12 to all children under five across Hyderabad, Rangareddy, Medchal, Sangareddy, Hanamkonda, and Warangal. This preventive campaign follows rising polio cases in Bangladesh and Pakistan over recent years. The Union Health Ministry has flagged 290 dists nationwide for intensified vaccination coverage.