Satara-Deolai residents in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar protest water crisis, climb under-construction tank; dry borewells, no taps, costly tankers, project delay.
Protests against the CEC are likely to continue in the coming week as they did on Sunday for the third consecutive day

Meghalaya court sentences Banphrangkupar Nongbri to life imprisonment without parole for the 2021 twin murders in Nongstoin; Rs 1 lakh fine per victim.
GCC directs NHAI to remove Cooum River construction obstructions for Chennai Port–Maduravoyal corridor by Oct 15 ahead of northeast monsoon preparations.
Vizianagaram plans coastal security upgrades with night-vision CCTVs, watchtowers and drones, as only 141 of 964 fishing boats have transponders.
BJP names Smita Jadhav (graduates) and Kaustubh Gavde (teachers) for Pune division MLC polls; Congress renominates teacher MLC Jayant Asgaonkar.
Stone bust found 3 feet underground at Khidrapur’s 12th-century Kopeshwar temple in Kolhapur fuels debate over Buddhist or Jain origin; ASI urges caution.
Tezpur University signs second MoU with Army’s Gajraj Corps for R&D, internships and field exposure; Gauhati, Rajiv Gandhi univs also sign MoUs.
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Bihar Police SI aspirants to march from Patna’s Gandhi Maidan to CM residence, demanding restoration of cancelled mains exam and PET date clarity.
Former Phoos Mandi ex-sarpanch Jagtar Singh was axed to death outside a Bathinda liquor vend; accused Gurbaksh Singh arrested after CCTV probe.
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Amritsar rural police bust cross-border arms network; Tarn Taran truck driver arrested with AK-47, nine cartridges, magazine and two grenades.
Uttar Pradesh Congress in-charge Rajendra Pal Gautam said the party should receive equal respect and an equal share in seat-sharing talks for the 2027 Assembly polls. He said Congress was preparing across all 403 constituencies and wanted the alliance arrange…
In the most recent episode of Bigg Boss 20, Salman Khan confronted Asif Khan regarding a controversial remark. Asif previously stated that moustaches signify masculinity, which Salman disagreed with, emphasizing that true masculinity is from the heart. Follow…
The study said that migrant workers are not only labour-market participants but important contributors to critical sectors of south India's economy
The Ambassador's statement came in response to a special prayer gathering organised at the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, where priests and devotees assembled to honour Captain Machchhar's heroic actions during the cockpit attack by his co-pilot on the flydu…
Haryana Congress, INDIA bloc to hold statewide district protests Oct 8 under “Save Vote, Save Nation,” alleging voter-list manipulation; strategy led by AICC in-charge Sanjay Dutt.
BJP leaders lambasted Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for labeling Prime Minister Narendra Modi as illegal. Kharge's call for fresh elections highlighted his belief that the current polls lack authenticity, advocating for a return to the traditional bal…
The International Monetary Fund has said the US Federal Reserve's decision to hike interest rates would contribute to tighter global financial conditions and suggested that India allow the exchange rate to act as a shock absorber. An IMF spokesperson on Frida…
Ukraine is ready for a proposed trilateral meeting with the US and Russia at the technical level by the end of October, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The announcement came after fresh Russian drone and missile attacks across Ukraine, while India said it…
India's economy is currently thriving, boasting a growth rate exceeding 7%, bolstered by diverse sectors and enhancing productivity levels. Nonetheless, escalating oil prices and geopolitical instability present significant threats to economic stability and r…

India is expanding its role across semiconductors, electronics and digital services, as new investment rules, supply-chain localization and Apple initiatives highlight both the country's progress and remaining constraints.

Delhi may cut prices of premium UK whisky and gin by 10-15% after India-UK CETA halves customs duty to 75%, though higher excise duty may offset gains.
India's growth prospects remain strong despite external shocks affecting the economy. Erik Berglof highlights the need for resilience against climate and geopolitical risks. He notes that high US bond yields could impact emerging economies due to higher inter…
In the last 12 months, India and Switzerland have held discussions on issues such as regulatory cooperation, addressing non-tariff barriers
Four girls from a Myanmar refugee camp were illegally brought into India for marriage in Srinagar. Two men were detained after information was received about their involvement in the smuggling operation. The girls crossed the border with their parents' consen…

Trilateral talks could happen this month in UAE or another US-proposed venue, says the president.
Rishabh Pant's birthday happened to coincide with a remarkable comeback as the Rest of India triumphed over Jammu and Kashmir in the Irani Cup. Despite falling behind initially, the team rallied to secure a 167-run victory. Although Pant missed the action due…