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Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Surge 21.8% in September, Two-Wheelers Up 13.5%

Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Surge 21.8% in September, Two-Wheelers Up 13.5%

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Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India increased by 21.8 per cent year-on-year to 4,54,574 units in September, while two-wheeler sales rose 13.5 per cent to 24.63 lakh units, according to SIAM data.

Manchester City seek to extend winning run as financial case clouds Premier League race

Manchester City seek to extend winning run as financial case clouds Premier League race

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Manchester City aim to extend their perfect Premier League start against Ipswich as financial uncertainty clouds their title charge, while Arsenal chase, Liverpool seek revival and United battle struggles.

Old Rivalry Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Delhi

Old Rivalry Leads To Fatal Stabbing In Delhi

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Four individuals have been arrested on Thursday in southeast Delhi's Kalindi Kunj for the fatal stabbing of a 23-year-old man, Shahid Hussain, who was recently released from jail. The murder is believed to be a result of an old rivalry stemming from an altercation inside Tihar Jail in 2025. Police are searching for other absconding accused.

INDIA bloc's SC march: Nobody can browbeat judiciary, says CJI

INDIA bloc's SC march: Nobody can browbeat judiciary, says CJI

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Chief Justice of India Surya Kant asserted that the judiciary cannot be browbeaten, during a hearing on a plea against a political march to the Supreme Court by Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders on October 12. The plea alleges an attempt to obstruct the judicial system and seeks a ban on political demonstrations within court premises. The court has issued notices to the leaders and ordered the preservation of CCTV footage from the incident.

Woman can be charged with gang rape if...: Delhi HC

Woman can be charged with gang rape if...: Delhi HC

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The Delhi High Court has ruled that a woman can be charged with gang rape under Section 376D of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 70 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), stating there is no basis to restrict the term 'persons' in the law to only men.

ED Files Chargesheet Against FIITJEE Directors Over Rs 85 Crore Student Fee Misappropriation

ED Files Chargesheet Against FIITJEE Directors Over Rs 85 Crore Student Fee Misappropriation

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against FIITJEE and its directors, Dinesh Kumar Goel and Monila Goel, on money laundering charges. The case involves the alleged misappropriation of over Rs 85 crore collected from students for coaching programmes. The ED seeks their conviction under the PMLA and confiscation of properties worth Rs 71.88 crore.

Karnataka Cabinet Denies Clemency To Shubha Shankar In Notorious Ring Road Murder Case

Karnataka Cabinet Denies Clemency To Shubha Shankar In Notorious Ring Road Murder Case

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The Karnataka cabinet has rejected the clemency plea of Shubha Shankar, who is serving life imprisonment for the 2003 murder of her fiancee, Girish. The cabinet also decided to challenge the High Court's ruling on enhanced reservation quotas for SCs and STs in the Supreme Court.

Only some people are heard: Ex-IAS Divya Mittal launches party

Only some people are heard: Ex-IAS Divya Mittal launches party

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Former IAS officer Divya Mittal has launched her new political party, Jan Neeti Bharat, with the aim of contesting the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections and redefining governance by making people central to policymaking and ensuring government accountability.

Rajasthan Police Make Two More Arrests In 2021 SI Exam Paper Leak Case

Rajasthan Police Make Two More Arrests In 2021 SI Exam Paper Leak Case

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The Rajasthan Police's Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested two more individuals, Devendra Kumar Saini and Dungar Prakash, in connection with the 2021 sub-inspector recruitment exam paper leak case, bringing the total arrests to 154. Saini allegedly facilitated his son and another candidate in accessing leaked papers, while Prakash arranged for a dummy candidate. Both have been remanded to custody as investigations continue.

Thane Police Arrest Man In Labourer Murder Case

Thane Police Arrest Man In Labourer Murder Case

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A 20-year-old man, Gaurav Waghe, has been arrested in Thane for allegedly murdering a 29-year-old labourer. The incident occurred after a heated argument in the Uttarshiv area on Thursday.

US weighs 'mother of all bombs' for strikes on Iran nuke sites, energy infra

US weighs 'mother of all bombs' for strikes on Iran nuke sites, energy infra

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The United States military has developed fresh strike options against Iran that include the potential use of the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB), widely known as the "mother of all bombs", to target energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, CNN reported, citing multiple US officials familiar with military planning discussions.

Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

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Marco Rubio will visit Mumbai and Jamnagar to discuss energy cooperation as S Jaishankar says India-US trade talks are nearing a landing point, with a few issues unresolved.

Kerala CMRL Bribery Case: High Court Dismisses Vijayan's Plea, Political Fallout Ensues

Kerala CMRL Bribery Case: High Court Dismisses Vijayan's Plea, Political Fallout Ensues

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The Kerala High Court dismissed pleas by former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas, challenging an order to register an FIR against them in the alleged CMRL bribery case. Current Chief Minister V D Satheesan defended the government's actions, stating they followed legal advice, while political parties reacted sharply, with BJP welcoming the verdict and CPI(M) alleging political motivation.

Jailer 2 Review: Rajinikanth Fanboy Fun With Flawed Villains

Jailer 2 Review: Rajinikanth Fanboy Fun With Flawed Villains

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Rajinikanth brings the swagger, Nelson delivers the whistles, but Jailer 2's predictable plot and underwhelming villains keep this fanboy extravaganza from becoming anything more than a familiar celebration of Thalaivar's aura.

Jio Platforms to Reliance Power: A look at India's 10 biggest IPOs

Jio Platforms to Reliance Power: A look at India's 10 biggest IPOs

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Jio Platforms Ltd, the digital and telecom arm of Reliance Industries, is poised to launch India's largest-ever initial public offering (IPO) at Rs 30,213 crore, surpassing Hyundai Motor India's Rs 27,870-crore offering.

'Nana Patekar Got Milder With Age'

'Nana Patekar Got Milder With Age'

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'Nana left Mumbai, its luxuries and all the roles he could have played, and moved to Pune, where he lived like a farmer.'

Fans Celebrate Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 Release

Fans Celebrate Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 Release

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Dhanush attends the premiere of Rajinikanth's highly anticipated film Jailer 2 in Chennai, as fans across India erupt in grand celebrations.

Kerala Government Coordinates Repatriation Of Fire Victims From Germany

Kerala Government Coordinates Repatriation Of Fire Victims From Germany

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Three Keralites, Sivin Johny, Nova Sabu, and Anjali Sheela Joy, died in a residential building fire in Bochum, Germany. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's office is coordinating with the Indian Embassy and Ministry of External Affairs to repatriate their mortal remains, with the state government bearing all expenses. Public representatives have also urged swift action to bring the bodies home.

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

Shafali Verma outlines fearless approach for India women ahead of Champions Trophy

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Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Shafali Verma stated the team's goal to play fearless and smart cricket in preparation for the Women's Champions Trophy early next year. The team will face Zimbabwe in a T20 series, part of their preparations, followed by ODIs.

Delhi HC green light for CJP's Connaught Place protest

Delhi HC green light for CJP's Connaught Place protest

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The Delhi High Court refused to issue an injunction to stop a protest by the CJP at Connaught Place Central Park on October 16, accepting the police's assurance to regulate the activity. A vendor had sought to regulate the protest, citing potential business losses during the festive season.