Viral beach reel shows child near waves as parents film selfie video, netizens react

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A viral Instagram video shows parents filming a beach reel while their young daughter wanders toward incoming waves. A bystander rescues her as she struggles on the shore; the father appears to notice her absence but does not intervene. The clip prompted criticism online over parental negligence and concerns that social media content is being prioritized over children’s safety.

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Marco Rubio’s Jamnagar visit underscores Reliance’s growing role in US energy strategy

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Reliance Industries’ Jamnagar refineries on October 21, with a possible meeting with chairman Mukesh Ambani. Talks may cover Reliance’s proposed Texas refinery investment, fuel supplies, Russian and Venezuelan oil, and increased US energy exports.

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India vs New Zealand 2026 guide: Full schedule, timings and live streaming details

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India’s New Zealand tour begins October 22 with five T20Is, followed by five ODIs and two Tests, concluding December 1. The T20s will help India prepare for the 2028 World Cup and assess opening combinations. Sony LIV will stream the series. India has named separate squads for each format, with changes to its ODI lineup for the final two matches.

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Genuine teachers left out, ‘fake’ voters in: Patna colleges raise red flag

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Colleges have alleged widespread irregularities in the final Patna Teachers’ constituency roll, including suspected fake entries and the exclusion of genuine teachers. Complaints cited 49 voters from a reportedly closed institution, 32 names denied by one college, and 20 declared invalid by another.

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‘Daler Mehndi was only lip-syncing to songs, was paid Rs 35 lakh’: Uttarakhand minister

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Uttarakhand minister Subodh Uniyal criticized Daler Mehndi’s performance at a cultural event, saying the singer appeared disoriented and lip-synced despite being paid Rs 35 lakh. Folk singer Pritam Bhartwan said audiences expect a genuine live performance, while noting Mehndi may have been unwell. Mehndi’s brother Mika denied he drinks, saying he would quit singing if the allegation were proved.

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‘Can’t just walk away’: Gurgaon Greens buyers paid EMIs, spent lakhs on legal battles

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Nearly 50 buyers in Emaar’s Gurgaon Greens project are still seeking interest for possession delays, after spending heavily on litigation. The Punjab and Haryana High Court affirmed that taking possession does not end buyers’ right to claim compensation, but sent cases back to HRERA to determine whether claims were filed within three years, excluding the Covid-19 period.

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Yash asks fans to ignore ‘small faults’ in Ramayana’s VFX: ‘Watch with an open mind’

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At a Hyderabad promotional event, Yash urged audiences to watch *Ramayana* with an open mind and not focus on minor visual-effects flaws, praising co-producer Namit Malhotra’s ambition to elevate Indian cinema globally. Malhotra said the project will grow into a wider franchise spanning games, merchandise, spin-offs, television, animation, theme parks and other experiences.

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Indian entrepreneur gets Rs 3.3 cr deal on Shark Tank: ‘One of the best designed products’

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While desi entrepreneurs are going all out to win a chance to showcase their products and skills on Shark Tank India, an Indian-origin man currently based in New Jersey went one step further and took his invention to the OG Shark Tank US. Rahul Agarwal left with a great deal for his company, Polygons, that he valued at $5 million. He came in offering a 7 per cent stake for $350k (Rs 3.3 crore).

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Rogue AI agents target Indian systems: What CERT-In found, why experts are worried

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Days after India’s nodal cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, warned that ‘rogue’ or misaligned AI agents had targeted Indian organisations and gained unauthorised access to their live systems, cybersecurity experts have called into question Indian enterprises’ ability to defend against such attacks where security vulnerabilities are exploited at “machine speed”.

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Stephen Fleming: England should be coached by an Englishman

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Stephen Fleming, appointed England’s Test coach in July, says the team should ultimately be led by an English coach. He will begin the role on the December tour of South Africa, replacing Brendon McCullum, and aims to develop homegrown coaching talent by involving county coaches and former England players.

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Watch: ‘Unbothered’ couple enjoy drinks amid protests in France

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A BBC video of a couple calmly drinking near Paris’s Arc de Triomphe as buildings burned during violent protests went viral, prompting debate about their apparent indifference. The unrest has involved clashes, looting and fires across France. Separately, students aged 15–19 have protested since September 18 over staff shortages, overcrowded classes and poor facilities.

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Jyotika reveals she wrote Hindi love poems for Suriya before marriage: ‘Drawing dust…’

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Jyotika recently revealed that she wrote Hindi poems for Suriya before their marriage, which remain in a notebook, and recalled his elaborate surprise for her 40th birthday as unforgettable. Psychotherapist Delnna Rrajesh explains how marriage’s routines can reduce deliberate romantic gestures without diminishing love; lasting intimacy depends on ongoing emotional responsiveness.

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‘If this can happen to Tiger, it can happen to anyone’: Suniel Shetty on firing incident

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Suniel Shetty condemned the shooting targeting Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, saying it could have happened to anyone and stressing the need for better safety. Tiger escaped serious injury, but his driver was hurt and is recovering. Several celebrities called for police protection, while a film workers’ association questioned Mumbai’s law and order.

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IMF data shows hiring trends across Asia fell 10% in AI-exposed roles

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An IMF study of 40 million job postings across 19 Asian economies found hiring demand in occupations more exposed to AI fell nearly 10% relative to less-exposed jobs, with declines emerging in 2024–25. New demand for AI skills is growing, especially at the roughly 6% of firms already adopting AI, but has not yet offset weaker hiring.

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‘Hiding behind police’: Dipke targets PM over custody extension of Saurav, Ashutosh

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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke accused the government of using police to intimidate young people after a Delhi court extended leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka’s custody by two days. Arrested for allegedly entering the denotified Jantar Mantar protest area and disturbing the peace, they were described by the magistrate as showing little respect for the law.

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Japan to Mars : What JAXA’s rocket launch hopes to achieve

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JAXA launched its MMX mission to investigate the origins of Mars’s moons, Phobos and Deimos, and return at least 10 grams of Phobos material to Earth by 2031—the first sample return from a Martian moon. Expected to arrive around August 2027, MMX will study Phobos, deploy a French-German rover, fly past Deimos and test technologies for future missions.

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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat cautions against disruptive agitations, alleges foreign conspiracy

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At the RSS’s 101st foundation day, Mohan Bhagwat urged vigilance against protests that, he said, exploit social divisions and undermine trust in national institutions, alleging that global powers may fuel unrest. He called Vande Mataram a symbol of unity, linked communal division to Partition, and urged collective effort toward India’s global leadership.

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‘Is a blood pressure of 122/62 mmHg normal?’

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A blood pressure reading of 122/62 mmHg is generally reassuring for adults who feel well; a diastolic reading of 62 is not necessarily too low. Cardiologists advise resting for five minutes and repeating the measurement correctly, while recording readings and symptoms. Seek medical advice for persistent changes or dizziness, fainting or weakness, and don’t alter prescribed medication on your own.

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Nayyi Navelli box office day 4: Yami Gautam film fails first Monday test, earns Rs 19 cr

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Yami Gautam has faced a significant setback as her latest film, Nayyi Navelli, is heading to become a massive bomb. After being panned critically, the horror comedy has failed the crucial first Monday test, earning less than Rs 3 crore. Nevertheless, it surprisingly performed better than Rajkummar Rao's Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam, despite the latter earning favourable reviews.

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Gold Rate Today, October 20: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai…

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On October 20, 2026, gold prices in India fell from the previous day: 24-carat gold was ₹14,717 per gram, 22-carat ₹13,490 and 18-carat ₹11,038. Rates varied slightly by city, with Delhi highest for 24-carat gold. Renewed US-Iran conflict and threats to undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz have raised maritime and energy concerns, supporting demand for precious metals.

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Cristiano Ronaldo, net worth of $1.2 billion, fined $285 by Portugal for walkout

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Cristiano Ronaldo was fined €255 and suspended for 30 days after leaving Portugal’s camp when coach Jorge Jesus left him out against Norway. The federation cited his admission and clean record as mitigating factors, though the fine was the maximum allowed. With the ban starting October 1, Ronaldo could be available for Portugal’s November 14 match against Denmark, subject to selection.

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Crushed tiffin, broken bucket, mangled vehicles and a Sangrur village plunged into grief

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A speeding car struck 23 workers resting beside the Sangrur-Jakhal road on Sunday, killing eight and injuring several, including a critically injured woman. The victims’ families are demanding compensation, jobs, housing plots, safer local work and an independent inquiry; a highway protest continues after talks failed.

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Daler Mehndi asked to stop performance by MLA at a Navratri event

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Daler Mehndi faced criticism at a Navratri cultural event at Uttarakhand’s Kunjapuri Fair on October 18, when MLA Subodh Uniyal stopped his performance and accused him of being drunk. Mehndi has not commented, and his team has yet to respond. In a 2024 interview, he said he avoids alcohol.

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Karisma Kapoor reveals Salman Khan’s unusual breakfast habit: ‘Chocolates’

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Karisma Kapoor recalled meeting Salman Khan at 16 and said they bonded over their shared love of chocolate, including during film shoots in Switzerland, where he reportedly ate chocolate for breakfast. Dietitian Garima Goyal cautioned that chocolate alone is not a balanced breakfast, as it may lack protein and fibre and be high in sugar. Enjoying modest portions alongside nutrient-rich foods.

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Prahaar box office day 4: Rajkummar Rao film earns Rs 15 crore, trails Nayyi Navelli

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Despite opening to largely favourable responses from various quarters, Rajkummar Rao's Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam failed the crucial first Monday test, earning less than Yami Gautam's critically panned Nayyi Navelli. Both movies seem to be struggling to stay afloat amid the Jailer 2 tsunami. On Monday, Prahaar recorded an India nett collection of just Rs 2 crore across 3,281 shows

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Punjab Police asks X to take down 49 links to Jhota killing videos

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Punjab Police’s cybercrime centre has ordered X to remove 49 URLs showing the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, warning the footage and inflammatory posts could fuel violence and disrupt public order. X must act within three hours and preserve evidence; non-compliance could jeopardize its legal safe-harbour protection.

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Sheetal Devi sets new world record on her way to Asian Para Games final

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Indian para archer Sheetal Devi broke the women’s compound individual world record at the Asian Para Games, scoring 149 to surpass the previous mark of 148. She advanced to the final, where she will face Singapore’s Alim Nir Syajidah.

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Asian Para Games 2026 Day 2 Medal Tally Live Tracker

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Deepthi Jeevanji won India’s fifth gold of the Asian Para Games, taking the women’s 400m T20 title on Wednesday. India added eight medals that day, bringing its tally to 20: five gold, six silver and nine bronze, placing sixth at the 9 a.m. update. Archer Sheetal Devi also broke the world record to reach the women’s individual final.

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Microsoft expands Project Perception to monitor, contain rogue AI agents

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As the focus shifts from a spate of rogue AI agent incidents to improving AI safety, Microsoft has outlined a new approach centred on securing agents as insiders. The Windows-maker on Monday, October 19, announced new capabilities in Microsoft 365 E7, including Agent 365, and ‘Project Perception’ that are designed to continuously understand what agents are doing.

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Apple teases new launches next week, hints at Mac-focused announcements

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Apple is expected to unveil four products on October 28, likely via press releases: an OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro, M6-powered 14-inch MacBook Pro and iMac, and OLED iPad mini. The high-end MacBook Pro may keep M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, while the iPad mini could receive an A20 Pro processor and other upgrades. Sales reportedly begin November 6; Apple has not confirmed the reports.

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‘Non-Hindus must leave’ remark at Navratri event: Activists, social workers seek action

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More than 200 activists and civil society members called on Gujarat’s police chief to register an FIR and conduct a time-bound investigation into a Navratri event in Ahmedabad, where Muslims and other non-Hindus were told to leave.

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At Delhi’s Durga Puja pandals, spotlight on legacy, traditions and causes

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Delhi Durga Puja pandals are using themes to celebrate culture and promote social messages. Arambagh’s Paharganj pandal recreates a Shyambazar lane to honour newspapers and print culture, with a printing press, archival front pages and audio recalling radio and Doordarshan.

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Happy Dussehra 2026: Best Wishes Quotes, Images, WhatsApp Status, Messages…

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Dussehra 2026, or Vijayadashami, celebrates good’s triumph over evil, recalling Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s defeat of Mahishasura. On this auspicious occasion today, indianexpress has curated wishes and messages for you to share with your friends and family.

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Malayalam actor Baiju Santhosh lifts 120 kg on leg press: ’56 years old’

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Malayalam actor Baiju Santhosh, 56, shared a video of himself performing leg presses with trainer Gopu’s supervision, using a reported body weight of 120 kg. Fitness expert Garima Goyal said resistance training can help preserve muscle, mobility, independence and bone health with age.

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Why you see tiny dots across your field of vision

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Visual snow syndrome causes persistent, TV-static-like dots across vision, sometimes with light sensitivity, poor night vision or afterimages. It differs from floaters and migraine aura and can occur despite a normal eye exam. Often beginning in childhood or adolescence, it is thought to involve brain processing.

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Elon Musk plans to give every kid in America a share of SpaceX. What it means

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Elon Musk said he plans to give every US child a SpaceX share next year, a potential giveaway to about 72 million children worth roughly $10.5 billion at current prices. He offered no details on how it would work. The pledge follows a $320 million SpaceX stock donation for children by the company's President Gwynne Shotwell and comes amid Trump's child investment-account initiative.

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Paris couple calmly sip drinks as fire burns behind them amid riots: Watch

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A couple near Paris’s Arc de Triomphe continued sipping drinks as a fire burned nearby, while a jogger ran through a crowd of protesters. Nationwide unrest has led to nearly 2,400 arrests and affected more than 2,000 businesses. French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu ordered limited local curfews to curb looting and violence; no deaths were reported.

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Why are French students on the streets 6 months before elections

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Student-led protests across France over poor school conditions and staffing shortages have turned violent, with clashes between students and police and more than 2,400 arrests. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu ordered limited, localised curfews to curb rioting and looting. The unrest threatens to deepen France’s social and economic crisis ahead of presidential elections.

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Nakuul Mehta on ‘dadi ke nuske’: 4 newborn care practices parents should avoid

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Actor Nakuul Mehta and paediatrician Dr Sonal Saste discussed childcare practices parents should reconsider. Dr Meena J. advises against honey for babies under one due to botulism risk and cautions that gripe water has unproven benefits and possible side effects.

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After nearly 100 years, tiger spotted in Pune’s Beed district

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A camera trap confirmed a tiger in Maharashtra’s Beed district for the first time since the 1920s. The four-year-old male, known locally as Ramling, travelled from Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary through several districts and is now in Beed’s Patoda area. Officials say it has not attacked anyone and have advised residents to avoid forests and nearby hills.

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Months after he quit Trinamool, Yusuf Pathan gets Gujarat nod for disputed land

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Gujarat has approved allotting former cricketer Yusuf Pathan a disputed 978-square-metre municipal plot in Vadodara: 500 sq m as a residential gift and the rest at 55% of its assessed value. Pathan had sought the land in 2012, but the state rejected the request in 2014; the VMC later alleged he had occupied it unlawfully.

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Why Japanese heel raises are gaining attention

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Japanese heel raises involve standing upright, rising onto the toes, pausing, then lowering slowly. They strengthen calf, foot and ankle muscles and may support balance, mobility and ankle stability. Beginners can try 10–15 repetitions, using a chair or wall for support; avoid bouncing and poor posture.

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Scene song Aeroplane: Suriya blushes for Nazriya Nazim in new track

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After the peppy “Aathi Iva Yarraa” became a sensation among fans, the makers of director Jithu Madhavan’s upcoming action-comedy Scene have unveiled the second track. Titled “Aeroplane,” it is a high-energy romantic number where Suriya’s character expresses his feelings towards Maya, played by Nazriya Nazim. Scene will hit the screens worldwide on Friday, November 6, coinciding with Diwali.

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YSRCP moves Supreme Court, alleges candidates being attacked ahead of Andhra civic polls

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The YSRCP petitioned the Supreme Court for candidate protection, more time and alternative centres to file nominations, and a halt to unopposed results in Andhra Pradesh’s October 28 urban local elections. It cited alleged attacks, intimidation and destruction of nomination papers, and sought fresh nominations or postponement in 22 affected local bodies.

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Within a year of launch, Gujarat University online programmes see sixfold rise in demand

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Gujarat University’s online-programme registrations rose sixfold, from 2,560 across six courses at launch in October 2025 to 16,809 across the February and July 2026 cycles. After verification, 1,143 students, including international scholars, enrolled. BCom General led admissions with 301 students, followed by BA English (243) and BCA (199).

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Murder convict wants to contest 2027 UP polls, Allahabad HC stays his conviction

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The Allahabad High Court suspended former BJP leader Nandlal Rai’s and co-accused Sheshnath Sharma’s life sentences for the 2017 murder of Pramod Kumar Nigam and granted them bail pending appeal. Citing the case’s circumstances and the risk of irreversible consequences, the court noted the politicians’ electoral rights.

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Body ‘half-stuffed’ in trolley bag: Police detain Gujarat man for killing his aunt

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Ahmedabad police detained a man in his twenties, a relative of 63-year-old Lakshmi Timothy Dabhi, on suspicion of murdering her over a monetary dispute. Her partially decomposed body, bearing eight fatal stab wounds, was found in an open trolley bag inside her locked Khokhara flat on October 19. Police believe she was killed on October 15; the investigation is ongoing.

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Mammootty’s first heroine, Anjali Naidu did ‘erotic films’ for survival before vanishing

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KG George’s Mela (1980) gave Mammootty his first widely recognised role as bike jumper Vijayan and introduced Anjali Naidu as his heroine. Anjali later appeared opposite him in Ee Nadu (1982), Malayalam cinema’s first film to reportedly gross Rs 1 crore. Despite roles in nearly 20 films over seven years, her career faded after Ithrayum Kaalam (1987). Her later whereabouts remain unknown even now.

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Bigg Boss 20 contestant Scout’s dream home has a ‘khufiya washroom’, luxurious Jacuzzi

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Gaming creator Tanmay Singh, known as Scout and recently featured on *Bigg Boss 20*, has showcased the luxury home he built for his family in a YouTube tour. It features a private elevator, Jacuzzi, walk-in dressing room, home theatre and gaming studio, with modern, neutral interiors. An interiors expert praised its layered lighting for balancing mood and practicality.