Bhopal's special POCSO court has sentenced former newspaper owner Pyare Miyan to 10 life imprisonments and a Rs 77.64 lakh fine for the rape and sexual assault of five minor girls. His accomplice, Rabia Bi, received a 20-year prison sentence. Miyan, 78, lured victims with job promises since 2014.
Counting of votes has commenced for Legislative Council seats across Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Karnataka, with significant political implications ahead of upcoming electoral battles. The elections saw varied turnouts and intense contests between ruling alliances and opposition parties.
Kylian Mbappe apologised to China after a Mao Zedong meme sparked backlash and commercial fallout, contrasting with his previous outspoken stance against extremism, racism and police violence.
Veteran Indian midfielder Nilakanta Sharma has announced his retirement from international hockey after the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy, citing a desire to make way for younger talent. The decision, made after India's Asian Games gold medal win, is part of Hockey India's transition strategy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sharma plans to focus on coaching the next generation of players.
Israel's crucial general elections witnessed over 16 per cent voter turnout in the first three hours, the highest since 1981, indicating a tight race between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and challenger Gadi Eisenkot. The election is influenced by the ongoing conflict and demands for accountability over the October 7, 2023, attack, with Arab citizens' participation potentially playing a significant role in the outcome.
Andhra Pradesh is on high alert as very severe cyclonic storm Arnab is set to make landfall on its coast, with extensive evacuations, deployment of medical teams, and stocking of essential supplies underway to minimise damage and ensure public safety.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has detailed the state's extensive preparedness for the very severe cyclonic storm Arnab, which is expected to make landfall early Wednesday. Over 84,000 people have been evacuated, with a strong emphasis on preventing loss of life. The storm is predicted to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds, impacting several districts and agricultural land, prompting authorities to deploy significant resources and urge public cooperation.
US First Lady Melania Trump on Tuesday announced that a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has taken effect beyond Oleshky two days ahead of schedule, with the move aimed at protecting civilians and facilitating the delivery of critical humanitarian aid to the conflict-affected area.
Engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) announced a significant 32.5 per cent increase in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 5,202.10 crore for the quarter ended September 2026, driven by robust revenue growth and a 28 per cent surge in order inflows.
The Himachal Pradesh Police have seized properties and articles worth over Rs 1 crore belonging to a convicted drug trafficker, Dalviro, and her family members. The action was taken under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, following a financial investigation into Dalviro's assets after her 2017 arrest and subsequent conviction.
Devpalik Gupta, a digital communications manager for Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party, was found dead near railway tracks in Ranchi on Tuesday. He had gone missing from a moving train on Monday. Police are investigating, with preliminary findings suggesting an accidental fall. The party has expressed deep sorrow over his demise.
Jammu police have arrested the main accused in an alleged Rs 4.10 crore fraud involving fake job offers in the railways and tenders for water bottle supply. The investigation is ongoing to identify and apprehend other suspects and trace financial transactions.
The Women's Premier League (WPL) mini-auction in Kochi on Wednesday will see 146 players, including capped Indian and international cricketers, go under the hammer. Teams like UP Warriorz, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, and Mumbai Indians will bid for 27 available spots, with a focus on Indian talent and strategic backups for the WPL 2027 season.
The Supreme Court has ruled that foreign nationals can be granted bail under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) if their initial entry into India was legal and authorised, even if they overstayed their visa. This decision upheld a Madras High Court order granting bail to a Sri Lankan national accused in a terror case, stating that the prosecution failed to prove illegal entry. The court clarified the conjunctive conditions of Section 43D(7) of UAPA, emphasising that both foreign nationality and unauthorised entry must be proven to deny bail.
Marques Ackerman's career-best 95 lifted South Africa to 329, but Mitchell Starc's 6-72 triggered a collapse, leaving Australia well placed in the decisive Newlands Test.
A recent scientific study by Dr. Dinesh Amalnerkar and Dr. Ravindra Chaudhari in Pune has demonstrated that a silk-based nanocomposite material, particularly one containing silver nanoparticles, can effectively kill Aedes aegypti mosquito larvae and pupae. This research, published in 'Nature Scientific Reports', offers a promising new approach for dengue control, especially as Pune faces a surge in cases. While showing high mortality rates in lab tests and minimal environmental impact, further field research is needed before large-scale deployment.
Punjab-based Nalwa Aero has successfully conducted flight tests of its scaled electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which features a box-wing design. The trials demonstrated low-altitude hovering and forward flight, validating a century-old aerodynamic concept and marking a significant step for global aviation. The company plans to develop a five-seat aircraft for various applications and received DGCA approval in June 2025, with type certification accepted in January this year.
Police in Mansa, Punjab, forcibly removed the body of a 35-year-old man who allegedly died of a drug overdose, leading to clashes with his family and protesters. The family sought to join a protest demanding justice for an anti-drug activist. Police claim the death is being investigated as a murder and used mild force, while opposition parties have severely criticised the government and police for their handling of the situation and alleged disrespect to Sikh sentiments.
Police in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested three individuals suspected of involvement in a multi-crore fraud targeting the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. The investigation revealed an inter-district gang, with the arrested including a Common Service Centre operator, a contractual government operator who allegedly leaked official credentials, and a network partner involved in money laundering. Authorities recovered significant evidence and are continuing their probe into the wider network.
Five-time champions India began their Asian Champions Trophy hockey campaign with a dominant 13-0 victory over Bangladesh. Mandeep Singh scored a hat-trick, while Harmanpreet Singh, Dilpreet Singh, and Hardik Singh each netted a brace, showcasing India's strong title defence.
Indian boxer Aditya secured a gold medal in the men's 55kg category at the World Boxing U-19 Championships in Budva, Montenegro, defeating Russia's Islam Magomedov. India concluded the championships with one gold, one silver, and two bronze medals, despite Megha Sheokand's loss in her final bout.
An undertrial prisoner, Basudeb Naskar, died under mysterious circumstances at Baruipur Sub-divisional Hospital in West Bengal. His wife alleges he was murdered, questioning the circumstances and claiming he had no prior illness. Police are awaiting the post-mortem report to determine the cause of death.
Punjab Police's Counter Intelligence wing in Amritsar has dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module, arresting three individuals and recovering 10 foreign-made .30 bore pistols. The accused were in contact with a foreign-based handler and intended to supply weapons to criminal elements.
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inaugurated the India-New Zealand Under-20 International Rugby Sevens Series in Nalanda district. The event, held from October 23 to 28 at the Rajgir Sports Complex, marks 100 years of bilateral sporting relations and aims to promote rugby in Bihar. Matches were played between the men's and women's teams, with the Indian women's team securing a victory.
At 44, James Anderson will extend his playing career as captain and co-owner of Napoli Knights in Italy's Italia T10 league, helping develop home-grown talent ahead of cricket's Olympic ambitions.
A 47-year-old scientist with the DRDO's Aeronautical Development Agency, Sharad Katiyar, died by suicide in Bengaluru on October 21. His family informed police that he was suffering from mental distress due to work-related pressure and was undergoing treatment for a depressive episode. Police have registered an unnatural death case.
A 47-year-old scientist with the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) in Bengaluru allegedly died by suicide after jumping from his apartment building. His family reported that he had been suffering from work-related pressure and mental distress for over a month, for which he was receiving treatment. Police have registered an unnatural death case.
A 17-year-old Class 12 student was found hanging from a ceiling fan at her home in Wazirpur JJ Colony, northwest Delhi, on Tuesday. Her family suspects foul play, and police are investigating the incident, with no suicide note found.
Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi announced her upcoming memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," set for release on November 10. Gandhi, who recently joined social media, stated that the book will present her personal account, correcting past narratives. The memoir's publication has already sparked controversy, with HarperCollins India taking over after an "impasse" with Penguin Random House India, amidst allegations of external pressure regarding editorial content. The book will cover her life from childhood in Italy to her political journey in India, including family tragedies and key political decisions.
A 13-year-old girl in Kolkata was allegedly drugged and gang-raped, with the accused filming the act and using the video to blackmail her family for money. Police have launched an investigation based on the mother's complaint, though no arrests have been made till Tuesday.
Tamil Nadu's Neil Samraj R shattered the men's U18 200m national record at the National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai on Tuesday, clocking 21.03 seconds. He also secured gold in the 100m with another national record and was named the best athlete in his category. The state of Tamil Nadu emerged as the overall team champions, with Bhavana G also setting a new meet record in the U20 women's 200m.
A 16-year-old girl was allegedly hacked to death by her uncle with an axe in Rajasthan's Didwana district on Tuesday after an argument. Her grandmother, who tried to intervene, was seriously injured. The accused later attempted suicide by consuming pesticide and is now undergoing treatment under police custody.
Two men accused in separate murder and rape-murder cases were killed in alleged gunfights with law enforcers in West Bengal on Tuesday. Both incidents occurred during crime-scene reconstruction after the accused purportedly snatched firearms from officers and opened fire. The cases involved the rape and murder of a 17-year-old schoolgirl and the killing of a BJP worker, both of which had triggered public outrage.
Police in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, have arrested two men, including a neighbour, for the alleged murder of a 70-year-old woman. The victim was reportedly strangled, robbed of her gold jewellery, and her body was burnt to destroy evidence before the remains were dumped in a river.
Delhi Police has invoked the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against the alleged Mukesh Bhola gang, accused of various organised crimes including murder, kidnapping, and extortion in Jahangirpuri. Three members, including Mukesh alias Bhola, Vipin, and Suraj alias Dhela, have been arrested, with police actively identifying other syndicate members.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made an urgent appeal to right-wing Likud voters on Tuesday, warning of high Arab voter turnout in the ongoing parliamentary election. He claimed Arab voters were "racing to the ballots" and attempting to "steal the election," echoing a controversial tactic from 2015. Netanyahu stressed the importance of every vote for the future of the "Jewish state," as Arab citizens' participation could significantly influence the political balance.
Shiven Agarwal and Riyansika Verma secured hard-fought victories in the quarterfinals of the Sub-Junior & Junior National Squash Championship in Jaipur on Tuesday. Agarwal won in five games in the U-17 category, while Verma also came from behind to win her U-17 match. Subhash Choudhary caused an upset in the U-19 boys' category, advancing to the semifinals.
The Indian men's kabaddi team secured a spot in the semifinals of the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship with a commanding 48-20 victory over Tanzania on Tuesday. India displayed an all-round performance, leading from the start and inflicting multiple all-outs. Other matches saw Kenyan women, Malaysian women, Bangladesh, and Canada also register significant wins in their respective categories.
Sri Lanka crushed Pakistan by eight wickets after Dilshan Madushanka's career-best 5-34, securing a tri-series final berth and eliminating England following three consecutive defeats in Pakistan.
Kapil Dev, president of DP World PGTI, advocates for golf to shed its 'elite' image, highlighting its potential for career opportunities and relationship building. Speaking at the announcement of the 27th BT Golf season, he emphasised how corporate support and media partnerships, like that between Business Today and DP World PGTI, are crucial for increasing the sport's visibility and integrating it with corporate India. Other speakers, including PGTI chief Amandeep Johl and golfer Saptak Talwar, echoed the importance of such collaborations for the growth of golf as a sport and a business networking tool.
