Manoj Bajpayee has the fluctuating mood graph of his character down pat whether hustling away his quick-witted energy in good faith or greed. It's a tricky terrain but few understand balance like this man, observes Sukanya Verma.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licence of a BEST canteen in Mumbai's Borivali West due to unhygienic conditions and violations of food safety regulations. This action is part of a broader statewide inspection drive that led to the seizure of approximately 35,547 kg of food stock worth an estimated Rs 79.97 lakh across various divisions, including Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Nashik.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed his squad's hunger and motivation to win the Community Shield against Manchester City, aiming to start the new season with a trophy after a busy recruitment period.
A 24-year-old fourth-year MBBS student, Shagun Saini, was found dead by suicide in her hostel room at Muzaffarnagar Medical College. Police are investigating the incident, and no suicide note has been found.
Tottenham Hotspur secured a rare 2-0 Premier League victory over fourth-placed Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with goals from an own goal by Mike Penders and a late strike by Mathys Tel, while Chelsea's Cole Palmer was sent off.
Fulham coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been fined 25,000 pounds and warned by the FA after suggesting officials would not allow Manchester United to lose.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray announced he deleted a documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and industrialist Gautam Adani from his social media, citing a 'request' from the Mumbai Police Commissioner. This move follows legal notices issued to 24 'X' account holders who shared the same documentary. Thackeray also alleged that the Maharashtra government is handing over forest land to industrialist friends and plans to address a rally on this issue.
Ravana Dahan, the ceremonial burning of Ravana's effigy, is one of the most spectacular traditions associated with Dusshera in India. Grand public celebrations take place at many locations.
The 2026-27 season of I-League 3, India's fourth-tier men's football league, is set to begin with 19 clubs competing. The group stage will be held across four venues: Imphal, Rudrapur, Shillong, and Mapusa, with matches streamed live. The top two teams from the play-offs will gain promotion to I-League 2 for the 2027-28 season.
The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has announced a new player support programme to financially assist its top 30 golfers in pursuing international tour cards. The initiative provides up to Rs 3 lakh for qualifying school expenses and Rs 10 lakh upon qualification, aiming to ease the financial burden and create stronger pathways to global circuits like the DP World Tour and Asian Tour. PGTI is also working on hosting more international events and expanding domestic golf.
The Supreme Court-appointed High Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) will hold a sitting on October 29 to hear affected persons and record evidence regarding alleged violence, including pellet gun use and harassment of female protesters, during the July Jantar Mantar protests. The five-member panel, chaired by Justice R Subhash Reddy, was formed after petitions alleged police excesses and counter-allegations of violence against police. An online portal is also available for submissions.
HCLTech, India's third-largest IT services company, reported robust Q2 revenue growth of 2.3 per cent in constant currency, driven by services and ER&D segments, with strong new deal wins of $3.3 billion and significant traction in its AI business. Despite exceeding margin estimates and raising revenue guidance, some brokerages remain cautious due to the stock's premium valuation compared to peers.
India has stated that the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is disturbed by Chinese forces diverging from established patrolling patterns, emphasising that maintaining peace and tranquillity is essential for bilateral relations. This statement follows remarks by the ITBP Director General about ongoing confrontations. Both nations are utilising diplomatic and military mechanisms to resolve issues and improve LAC understanding. Recent high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have focused on rebuilding trust and respect after the 2020 Galwan clashes, including a disengagement pact for Depsang and Demchok.
Four individuals, including two women, have been remanded to police custody until October 26 in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car. The accused, arrested in Delhi, are alleged to have supplied weapons to the shooters, with the women reportedly smuggling firearms to Mumbai. This brings the total arrests in the case to 10.
Thane Police's Crime Branch has arrested Dinesh Babu Manjrekar, a key accused in a series of robberies targeting elderly citizens through distraction and impersonation. Police recovered 212 grams of gold jewellery and are searching for his accomplices. Manjrekar has a history of 29 previous cases across various cities.
European security agencies are on high alert following jihadist calls for suicide bombings and vehicle attacks against police and demonstrators during widespread economic protests across Europe. Messages linked to the Islamic State urged extremists to exploit crowded demonstrations in countries like France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy. India has also issued advisories for its nationals in affected European nations, urging vigilance.
Bengaluru police have detained two individuals for questioning regarding an alleged defamatory social media post targeting former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The detention follows Siddaramaiah's complaint and an injunction order against media outlets. Political figures have termed the incident a 'sting operation', with calls for a CBI probe.
Dedicated Ayush dispensaries increased from 26,130 in 2013-2014 to 37,804 in 2024-2025, while hospitals rose much more slowly, from 3,605 to 3,885.
Three individuals, including a minor, allegedly involved in the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan. Police intercepted them on a train, revealing a connection to an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a plan to flee to Nepal. Mumbai Police are now taking custody of the suspects for further investigation.
Shimla police have registered an FIR against former city SSP Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi for allegedly misappropriating Rs 2.35 lakh from a government fund and defrauding a police constable. The constable claimed he was not reimbursed for Rs 1.87 lakh spent from his personal account on official duties, despite signing a payment voucher.
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.
Mahindra introduces the XUV 3XO ZNG, a compact SUV with a factory-fitted twin-cylinder CNG setup that aims to overcome common compromises in performance, drivability, and boot space. This first drive review highlights its turbocharged engine, clever packaging, refined performance, and robust ride quality, positioning it as a strong contender in the CNG SUV market.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) arrested five individuals and seized 3.1 kg of foreign-origin gold, US dollars, and euros, collectively valued at over Rs 5.8 crore, near Vijayawada. The operation targeted a syndicate allegedly smuggling gold from Bangladesh to Hyderabad via Kolkata.
A Crisil report indicates that India is the world's fastest-growing polymer compound market, contributing 13% to the global industry. Driven by increased manufacturing in automotive, electronics, and infrastructure, the domestic sector is projected to reach USD 16.5 billion by FY2031, with significant demand from various pipeline and cable segments.
Bengaluru Police have arrested Ritesh Pandey, a Delhi-based man, in connection with the uploading of a purported sting operation video targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on social media. This marks the first arrest in the case, which involves allegations of a political conspiracy and an ongoing investigation into the video's origin and circulation.
Churchill Brothers, a dominant force in Indian football in the 90s, are making their Indian Super League debut against Mumbai City FC. Head coach Dimitris Dimitriou aims to establish a distinct football culture and competitive style of play for the club, despite a fast-forward pre-season.
A 37-year-old engineer from Tamil Nadu, Sarath Subramanian, has been arrested in Kerala for allegedly sending fake bomb threat emails to various government offices, including the Secretariat and court complexes. He confessed to 34 of 36 registered cases, stating his motive was revenge against a Tamil Nadu political party. The emails were sent via the dark web, and investigations are ongoing.
Arsenal came from behind to beat Leeds United 2-1, with Riccardo Calafiori equalising before substitute Bruno Guimaraes struck the winner to lift the Gunners to second in the Premier League.
There is a heartbreaking sincerity in the way Sumo Didi presents its protagonist and her story of courage. But there's a fine line between a sincere underdog story and a banal one, and the film never quite finds it, notes Mayur Sanap.
Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have arrested one of four accused involved in assaulting and stripping a minor boy four months ago. The incident came to light after a video surfaced on social media on Sunday. A case has been registered under various charges, including the POCSO Act, and a search is on for the remaining suspects.
The Indian mixed doubles badminton pair of Nitesh Kumar and Thulasimathi Murugesan secured a medal at the Asian Para Games by topping their SL3-SU5 Group B with an unbeaten record, advancing to the semifinals. Nitesh Kumar also won his men's singles SL3 match, and Ruthick Ragupathi won his men's singles SU5 match.
Net office space leasing in India's top eight cities declined by 20 per cent in the January-September period to 36.7 million sq ft, primarily due to limited fresh supply of quality workspaces and a high base effect from the previous year, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield. Despite this, gross leasing saw a 1 per cent increase, reaching a record 64.6 million sq ft, indicating strong underlying market activity.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami spoke to singer Daler Mehndi and his brother Mika Singh, expressing regret over a recent incident where cabinet minister Subodh Uniyal publicly reprimanded Mehndi during a performance. Dhami emphasised Uttarakhand's tradition of respecting artists and sought to move past the controversy, assuring Mehndi of a warm welcome and mutual dialogue.
Customs officials at Pune airport seized 1.265 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 44.27 lakh, from an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok. The passenger was arrested under the NDPS Act, and further investigation is underway to trace the drug supply chain.
India's Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar secured gold medals in men's singles SL3 and SL4 badminton events, respectively, at the Asian Para Games. Nitesh defeated compatriot Pramod Bhagat, while debutant Naveen overcame Indonesia's Fredy Setiawan. India also secured silver medals through Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan and Pramod Bhagat, with Thulasimathi Murugesan still in contention for two more golds.
El Clasico returns to Camp Nou with 14 potential debutants, Barcelona chasing a nine-point lead, Real Madrid seeking revival, and Jose Mourinho's return intensifying football's fiercest rivalry.
A 28-year-old man in Palghar, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 55-year-old father. The son reportedly used an electric stone-cutting grinder to slit his father's throat following a financial dispute over property sale proceeds and demands for money. The crime was discovered when an acquaintance checked on the father, and the son was apprehended in Gujarat.
The CBI has taken over the investigation into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa, Punjab. A special team has been formed, including drug controllers, forensic experts, and GST officials, to examine all angles of the killing. The takeover follows the Punjab government's consent and a notification extending CBI's jurisdiction. Ashwani Kumar, accused of the shooting, has been apprehended. Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the CBI probe, fulfilling the family's demand.
A former Vadodara corporator has requested land for Indian spinner Radha Yadav to establish a cricket academy, following the Gujarat government's proposal to allocate a civic plot to former cricketer Yusuf Pathan. The request for Yadav aims to promote cricket and develop Vadodara as a sports city, contrasting with Pathan's decade-long dispute over a residential plot.
A 38-year-old married woman in Nagpur was allegedly murdered by her lover, Javed Sheikh Shahid Manyar, after an argument over marriage. The accused reportedly hit her on the head with a heavy object and inflicted burns on her body using a room heater before fleeing. He was later arrested from Jalgaon.
