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- 888‑Carat Black Diamond ‘Infinity’ Debuts at Dubai Conference After 50 Years of Transformation
· Business & Finance
An 888.88‑carat natural black diamond, called Infinity, was displayed publicly for the first time at the Dubai Diamond Conference 2026. The stone…
- Two Accused Killed in Separate Police Encounters in West Bengal
· India
Police shot dead Prahlad Das and Samiul Sheikh after they snatched firearms and fired at officers in North 24 Parganas and Murshidabad.
- Sudan’s War Leaves Millions of Children Without Education, Many Forced into Work
· World
Since the April 2023 war, 8 million Sudanese school‑age children miss classes, 80% of Darfur schools closed, and kids have lost an average of 484 days of…
- Kenya Power to Cut Power in Gigiri for Maintenance and Issues Eviction Notice to 68 Occupants in Mombasa
· Business & Finance
Kenya Power announced that it will carry out a planned electricity interruption in parts of Gigiri, Nairobi, on Wednesday, October 28. The company said…
- Supreme Court Criticises Government and Hospitals Over High Medicine Mark‑Ups
· Law & Justice
Supreme Court questions steep medicine mark‑ups, delayed margin caps, and hospitals selling drugs at MRP, urging transparency and price reform.
- Badoni and Mathur Dominate Delhi’s 515-5 Declared in Ranji Trophy
· Sports
Ayush Badoni scores unbeaten 210 and Sumit Mathur 150 as Delhi declares 515-5 at JSCA International Stadium, dominating Jharkhand in Ranji Trophy.
- Gadkari Announces AI‑Driven Road Quality Monitoring and Penalties for Defective Work
· India
India's transport minister Nitin Gadkari unveiled AI‑driven Network Surveillance Vehicles to spot potholes, cut road quality issues by 30%, and impose…
- King Charles Begins Nine‑Day Caribbean Visit Amid Calls for Slavery Reparations
· World
King Charles III starts a nine‑day Caribbean visit, visiting the Bahamas, Guyana and Antigua & Barbuda for CHOGM, amid calls for slavery reparations.
- Mustard Cultivation Expected to Rise to 9.5 million ha in 2026‑27 Rabi Season
· Agriculture
Farmers are likely to plant more mustard this winter, driven by a higher government support price and a need to reduce imports of cooking oil. The…
- Modi Praises India’s Scientific Achievements and Calls for Future Innovation
· India
Prime Minister Modi applauds India's Mars and Moon successes, Fast Breeder Reactor progress, and space startup milestones, urging innovation at the 2026…
- DigiLocker Lets Users View Aadhaar Card but Not Update Mobile or Email
· Technology
Aadhaar holders can view their Aadhaar card in digital format through DigiLocker, but the platform does not allow changes to personal details such as the…
- Olive Harvesters in Southern Lebanon Face Drones, Shelling and Unexploded Ordnance
· World
Olive farmers in southern Lebanon endure Israeli drones, shelling, and unexploded bombs, while over 16,000 hectares of land have been torched since Oct 2023.
- White House Claims Melania Trump Mediated Oleshky Ceasefire, Vatican Blames Pope
· World
The White House says Melania Trump mediated a ceasefire in Oleshky, while the Vatican claims Pope Leo brokered the pause between Russia and Ukraine.
- Actress Vidya Malavade Warns About Fake Electricity Scam Calls
· Cyber Awareness
Actress Vidya Malavade exposes a fake electricity scam call that threatened disconnection and urged downloading an app, urging verification.
- FTC to Distribute $15.8 Million in Refunds to Over 2.1 Million Cleo AI Users
· Business & Finance
FTC will refund over $15.8 million to 2.1 million Cleo AI users on Oct 27 via PayPal, no application needed.
- India Reviews Liechtenstein’s Draft Double Taxation Agreement
· India
India is reviewing a draft Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with Liechtenstein amid Prince Alois’s visit, aiming to boost trade, investment, and job…
- Pentagon Pushes for 90‑Day Self‑Sufficiency at Major Bases Under FORTRESS Plan
· Politics
The Pentagon is preparing major U.S. military installations to operate independently for at least 90 days without outside support as it steps up…
- Qatar’s Emir and Iran’s President Meet in Moscow to Discuss Energy and Bilateral Ties
· World
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian met in Moscow to discuss energy cooperation and strengthen bilateral ties.
- Iranian Citizens Anticipate Possible Resumption of Attacks Following Israeli and U.S. Elections
· World
Iranians watch Israeli and U.S. elections closely, fearing renewed strikes on civilian infrastructure and a potential war restart.
- Bandit Attack in Taraba State Leaves 62 Dead, 52 Injured, Thousands Displaced
· World
Bandits attacked Binnari community in Karim‑Lamido, Taraba state, killing 62, injuring 52, displacing thousands; bodies recovered, river used by attackers.
- India’s Border Standoffs with China Persist Amid Diplomatic Warmth
· India
India’s armed forces are engaged in several ongoing face‑offs with the Chinese army along the border in Arunachal Pradesh, according to Shatrujeet Kapur…
- TVK Minister Keerthana Responds to Criticism Over Gold Jewelry, Credits Vijay’s Support
· India
TVK minister S. Keerthana defends herself on X after critics targeted her gold jewelry, citing support from Chief Minister Vijay Anna.
- MoRTH Launches FASTag‑Based Annual Local Toll Pass for Residents Near National Highways
· India
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has announced an annual toll pass for residents living within 20 km of national highway toll plazas.…
- Karan Johar Hails Shah Rukh Khan as ‘One and Only King’ Ahead of ‘King’ Poster Release
· Entertainment
Filmmaker Karan Johar expressed his excitement for superstar Shah Rukh Khan, calling him “The ONE and Only KING.” On Instagram Stories, Johar posted the…
- ECI Orders Transfer of Election Officers in Five States Ahead of 2027 Assembly Polls
· Politics
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has directed the transfer of election‑related officers in Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The…
- Central Government Employees Await Diwali Bonus, Eligibility and Payout Details Explained
· India
As Diwali approaches, central government employees who meet the eligibility criteria are awaiting their productivity‑linked bonus payments. The Centre…
- Madushanka’s Five-Wicket Haul Guides Sri Lanka to Tri‑Series Final
· Sports
Dilshan Madushanka’s 5/34 dismantled Pakistan, sending Sri Lanka to the tri‑series final after Pakistan were bowled out for 110 in Lahore.
- Moby‑Dick’s Long‑Road From Failure to Classic
· World
When Herman Melville first published Moby‑Dick; or, The Whale in October 1851, the book sold poorly, received mixed reviews, and did not revive his…
- Visakhapatnam Prepares for Heavy Rainfall Until Oct. 29
· Climate & Environment
Visakhapatnam district on high alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall until Oct 29. Departments coordinate rescue, relief, and safety measures.
- CPI Forms Human Chain in Delhi Calling for CEC’s Resignation and Rollback of SIR
· Politics
On Oct 27, 2026, CPI organized a human chain from Ajoy Bhawan to ITO, demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and rollback of the SIR.