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SC issues notice to Centre over Central Vista library plan, seeks reply in 3 weeks

The Supreme Court has urged the Centre to submit a comprehensive report regarding library facilities. The inquiry centers on the designated space for the current book collection within the Central Vista project framework. Since 2011, around two lakh books have been stored without being unpacked, prompting worries from court officials.

Half-shaved, fully humiliated: 82 students punished at Chandrapur ashram school

Families demand a proper investigation and strict action, arguing that punishments like this have no place in schools.

2026 Nobel Prize in Medicine awarded to trio behind optogenetics, transforming brain research

Understanding how the brain creates memories, feelings, and behaviours has long been one of neuroscience's biggest challenges. Optogenetics has opened a new way of studying these processes by allowing scientists to switch individual nerve cells on or off in a living brain.

‘Form 6 modification not approved’: Supreme Court seeks records on who altered voter enrolment form

The petition also raised concerns over the alleged centralisation of the electoral-roll database and access to ERONet/ECINet by statutory field-level authorities.

BJP names 8 UP Rajya Sabha candidates; Hardeep Singh Puri left out

Polling will be held on October 16 from 9 am to 4 pm, with counting scheduled on the same day.

US Midterms: Five Issues Shaping The Vote

A Pew survey found economic issues easily topped voters' worries, while a September Emerson poll put the Iran war, jobs, tariffs, gas prices, immigration and AI regulation among the most important factors in voting decisions.

Delhi riots: HC rejects pleas seeking FIR against political leaders over 'hate speeches'

BJP steps up demand for Thiruvananthapuram Corporation CPI(M) councillor’s resignation over bribery allegations

A purported video of CPI(M) councillor demanding ₹10 lakh from Sanju, a native of Thirumala, to resolve issues concerning a plot he purchased in the ward, had begun circulating two days ago

Thiruvananthapuram Corporation: R. Sreelekha’s resignation bid puts BJP in a spot

OpenAI's Sam Altman Says AI Benefits Warrant Accepting Some Risks

Sam Altman's remarks come amid a growing debate within the AI industry over the pace of development and the risks posed by increasingly capable systems.

Process disenfranchising millions, turning them to second class citizens is arbitrary, says Justice Bhuyan

The Supreme Court judge says no amount of whataboutery can justify the exclusion of voters en masse from the electoral rolls as such an action is fatal to the Constitution

Delhi excise department invites applications to reduce imported liquor prices after India-UK trade pact

The department said the trade agreement has reduced the aggregate effective customs duty on specified liquor imports from the UK from 150% to 75%.

"Unbelievable": Nirmala Sitharaman Attacks Jairam Ramesh Over 'Wrong' Post

"Unbelievable, Jairam. Didn't think you were impetuous," Nirmala Sitharaman said

Nagpur Man Finds About Wife's Affair, She Kills Him 8 Months After Love Marriage

Thane police arrest woman in husband's murder linked to extramarital affair and dispute.

CAT 2026 Application Form Correction Window Opens: Check Editable Fields

CAT 2026: Candidates will be given 40 minutes for answering questions in each section, and they will not be allowed to switch from one section to another while answering.

Can CEC Gyanesh Kumar exercise EC powers alone? SC to hear plea today

On Monday, the Supreme Court is set to hear pleas regarding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's alleged misuse of authority. The petitions argue that Kumar acted without the approval of fellow commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. They seek to suspend Kumar until the case is resolved while allowing Sandhu and Joshi to jointly manage commission tasks.

Flavio Bolsonaro: Brazil's Political Heir In His Father's Shadow

The 45-year-old senator was little known nationally before his jailed father anointed him as his political heir, and he had never expressed ambition to follow in his footsteps.

Traffic Constable Saves Man After He Slips While Boarding Moving Train In Andhra Pradesh

The rescue was captured on CCTV, showing the constable's quick action as he saved Ravi from danger.

Russian Researcher Dies Of Plague, Hundreds Quarantined, 5 Hospitals Shut

The incident occurred at the Anti-Plague Research Institute in Shelekhov and the 28-year-old technician likely contracted pneumonic plague from a broken test tube.

‘10 ko poora desh aa raha hai’: TMC vows support to CJP; AISA’s Neha claims journalist Rosie detained- top developments

Saurav Das claims govt ‘planning’ to arrest him, Abhijeet Dipke, other CJP leaders before Oct 10 protest at Jantar Mantar

“But this will be a big mistake. The young will not tolerate this,” CJP's Saurav Das said in a social media post.

Two juveniles apprehended for injuring 16-year-old over bike-related quarrel

Two juveniles apprehended for injuring 16-year-old over bike-related quarrel

India, US plan strategic projects in Indian Ocean

The partnership is expected to take place under the Indian Ocean Strategic Venture (IOSV initiative launched by PM Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump

Sharjeel Imam reaches Jehanabad village on interim bail to attend cousin's wedding

Speaking about Imam's arrival, his brother Muzammil said that this was only the second time in around seven years that Sharjeel had been granted bail.

Presidential election today? Trump confuses India with Brazil, claims 125 million voted

In a surprising blunder, US President Donald Trump claimed that 125 million individuals participated in India's presidential election, sparking confusion given Brazil's recent electoral events. His remarks drew attention to his concerns over the integrity of the US electoral system. Social media users quickly slammed the President and highlighted inaccuracies in his understanding of India’s election process.

Woman Drugged, Gang-Raped After Being Lured With Spa Job Offer In Kerala

The survivor informed her husband about the incident and later lodged a complaint with the police.

Delhi Police avoid name tags at Jantar Mantar protests to prevent social media targeting

The measure was adopted as police personnel were targeted on social media following violence during the CJP march in July

'No point in participating in polls until Gyanesh Kumar resigns': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke amid SIR row

Abhijeet Dipke claimed that election outcomes in the country have become "predetermined," rendering participation in the polls meaningless.

Engineering Graduate Aptitude Test 2027 Regular Registration Closes Today: Apply Now To Avoid Late Fee

IIT Madras has advised candidates to ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria for GATE 2027 before filing out the application form.

Telangana Doctor Found Dead At Hotel, She Had Come To Return Gold Chain

The exact circumstances and cause of Srijana's death are yet to be established, as there were no external injury marks.