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Cyclone Murasu's eye touches Andhra's coast as landfall continues; heavy rain, 120 kmph winds batter shore
US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island even as Trump rules out renewed war: Report
Cyclone Murasu makes landfall in Andhra Pradesh, triggers heavy rain; thousands evacuated, coastal areas on alert
Oil prices edge higher after reported US strike on Iran's Qeshm Island, reviving supply concerns
US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island, oil prices rise as fears of renewed conflict and disruptions mount
US embassy issues security alert for citizens over potential Houthi attacks, airport disruptions in Saudi Arabia
‘Mere farce and an empty formality’: Ajay Devgn on FDA notice over Vimal Elaichi advertisement
Ajay Devgn's petition in the Bombay high court also termed the action wholly arbitrary and mala fide, in abject violation of the principles of natural justice.
Sabarmati-style Yamuna riverfront ‘could worsen flood risks’ in Delhi, environmentalists and others warn
ACP Manasvi Vashishta who led protest outside Delhi Police headquarters suspended
Marital dispute cannot become ground to seek abortion, says Supreme Court
DUTA calls one day strike over SOL teacher’s termination
Politics
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All 4,048 Tasmac outlets in Tamil Nadu to get bottle return machines: Minister Vignesh
Minister for Prohibition and Excise K. Vignesh says tendering process for procuring the machines is expected to be completed within 20 days and warns employees against disrupting…
Amid public backlash, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar directs Karnataka Milk Federation to reduce curd prices
EC can't monopolise voter awareness campaigns: SC; sets aside order denying permission to civil society
Andhra Pradesh election result LIVE: Counting of votes for municipal polls begins
Clean energy investments helped India soften West Asia crisis impact: PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi challenges PM Modi to open debate on ‘foreign help’
Rahul Gandhi acting as a ‘toolkit’ for foreign forces says Nitin Nabin
NCP leaders express discontent in core committee meeting after talks with Amit Shah
Lok Sabha Speaker Birla calls dissent essential to democracy
Business & economy
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Tamilnadu Petroproducts shares surge 7% after Q2 results; stock already up 37% in 2026 | Key levels to watch
Tamilnadu Petroproducts rose 7% after the company reported strong Q2 FY27 results. Revenue more than doubled to ₹934.37 cr, while PBT rose 94.4% and PAT increased 89.9%. The…
VRL Logistics shares surge 14% to 52-week high as Q2 PAT doubles, up 40% from year-low; check results, buyback details
Nirmala Sitharaman assures she will ‘consider’ investor concerns over LTCG tax: ‘Equity market needs support’
Nifty Expiry Today Prediction 3 Nov: Bulls back in action! Check support, resistance levels - What should investors do
Sensex, Nifty extend winning run as markets open higher
Indian shares set to extend advance on softer oil, steady earnings
Five debt-free stocks trading at premium valuations: are they worth the price?
US midterm elections 2026: What do upcoming elections in the US mean for Sensex, Nifty 50? Experts weigh in
Florida Learjet crash victims identified: 20-year-old copilot, tech entrepreneur and his family among those killed
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Nora Fatehi's team issues statement, clarifies she is ‘not an accused’ in Sukesh Chandrashekhar case: ‘Summoned as a witness'
Nora Fatehi’s legal team clarified she is not an accused in the case against Sukesh Chandrashekhar and was called only to assist the court as a witness.
Heavy police activity reported at University of Toronto Mississauga in Canada, shelter-in-place order issued
Heavy police activity was reported at University of Toronto Mississauga in Canada, with a “police chopper and dozens of units” seen in the area.
Timbaland files USD 15 million lawsuit against his former managers
Timbaland has initiated a lawsuit against Gary Marella and Bruce Seckendorf for financial mismanagement and fraud. The lawsuit claims that the former managers exploited…
Tiger Shroff firing case: Mumbai Crime Branch arrests 22-year-old woman from Karnal
The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested a 22-year-old woman, identified as Subeha Pandit, from Haryana’s Karnal on November 1 in the Tiger Shroff firing case. She is the 13th accused…
AI & gadgets
Google Dreambeans App Launched in India With AI-Powered Personalised Daily Stories
Google announced the expansion of its experimental Dreambeans app to India on Tuesday. With this move, the Mountain View-based tech giant brings its AI-powered personalised story…
People Are Using AI for Divorce Advice and It’s Driving Their Lawyers Crazy
Feed one side of a family fight into a chatbot and you might get the legal answer you want to see, but it won’t necessarily fly with the judge.
Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan host Amit Shah at their home; share concerns over AI and deepfake's impact of film industry and actors
Union Home Minister Amit Shah discussed the impact of AI and deepfake on cinema with Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan at their residence in Hyderabad on Monday.
Foreign funds get picky, IPO anchor share hits five-year low
Foreign portfolio investors are turning choosy about Indian IPOs, with their share of anchor investments at a five-year low. Rich valuations, weak markets and a global rush…
Films & OTT
Ramayana advance booking storms past ₹100 crore days before release; Ranbir Kapoor, Yash film eyeing Dhurandhar 2, RRR-level start
Ramayana's pre-sales have picked up pace, adding over ₹20 crore in India alone in the last 24 hours, with the film now aiming for a record start.
Udta Teer: Aakash Kaushik recalls Mukul Dev’s performance
Aakash Kaushik, who made his directorial debut with ‘Udta Teer’, told Free Press Journal the film was inspired by his love for patriotic films. He praised the late Mukul Dev’s…
Ben Wang eyed for Iceman role in ‘X-Men’ reboot
Ben Wang is reportedly in consideration for the role of Iceman in the upcoming X-Men reboot. Other actors like Gabriel LaBelle, Jackson Kelly, and Rhenzy Feliz are also being…
Udta Teer BO Day 11: Film adds Rs 1.35 crore net
‘Udta Teer’ is holding steady in its second week. On Day 11, its second Monday, the Ayushmann Khurrana-Sara Ali Khan spy comedy earned an estimated Rs 1.35 crore net, as per live…
Elections
Indian-Americans overwhelmingly back Democrats over Trump's Republicans in midterms, poll shows
According to the poll, the Republicans are also expected to lose much of the support Donald Trump gained among Indian Americans in the 2024 election.
Naftali Bennett’s ‘B’Yachad’ faction throws support behind Gadi Eisenkot to form next Israeli government
The development comes as Israeli President Isaac Herzog has urged political leaders to accept the election results and find creative solutions to prevent another election
U.S. votes for midterm elections, seen as referendum on Trump
The polling will decide whether President Trump’s Republican Party retains control of the House of Representatives and the Senate, the two chambers of the U.S. Congress, or, as…
Economic discontent on minds as US votes in midterm elections
Republicans insist that Trump's tax cuts and immigration crackdown will benefit Americans and they are portraying Democratic candidates as left-wing radicals.
Courts & law
Democrats lose bid to halt Trump administration's efforts over ‘non citizen’ ballots ahead of midterms
Judge James Boasberg rejected a request to block the DOJ from urging state officials to set aside ballots cast by voters on disputed eligibility lists.
E-sign for SIR tribunal judges soon, can upload bulk orders on portal
The Election Commission has modernized its tribunal portal to assist West Bengal judges in bulk uploading orders, significantly enhancing appeal processing efficiency. Meanwhile…
Bombay HC grants 'Ramayana' dynamic injunction
The Bombay High Court granted an interim injunction against copyright infringement for 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend'. Godpower Media Private Limited sought protection for the…
Diwali 2026 with green crackers: What are approvals required by firework manufacturers as SC allows bursting on Nov 7, 8
The Supreme Court has permitted certified green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR on November 7 and 8, with use limited to specified morning & evening hours. It banned conventional &…
Defence & security
Saudi defense minister discusses Houthi attacks with Pete Hegseth as Riyadh steps up regional security outreach
Prince Khalid bin Salman held calls with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and other counterparts as Yemen’s Houthis claimed fresh attacks on Saudi targets.
U.S. strikes Iran's Qeshm Island: report
The Wall Street Journal added that strikes have been carried out on a smaller scale and purposefully kept secret so as not to signal any intent of resuming its major military…
Rajat Paliwal's 21st first-class ton: A century without knowing he was nearing one
Ravikant has operated the manual scoreboard at Palam's Air Force Complex Ground for 35 years, but one batter's name has been missing since cricket resumed after Covid. Services…
Before retiring, ex-air chief asked govt not to take over IAF’s Sports Complex
The letter came against the backdrop of the ministry of housing and urban affairs (MoHUA) reclaiming a sprawling sports complex within the station.
Weather & monsoon
School holiday today (November 3): Are schools open or closed in Chennai? Check Cyclone Murasu updates
Chennai school holiday today: Schools in Chennai are expected to reopen on November 3, 2026, as no official extension of Monday's holiday has been reported. Schools and colleges…
Cyclone Murasu nears A.P. coast, heavy rain alert issued
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the storm is likely to move with a “wind speed of 100 to 110 kmph (and) gusting up to 120 kmph between Nellore and Narasapur”.
Cyclone Murasu brings deluge to parched Prakasam district
A red alert is in place for the districts of Tirupati, Nandyal and Palnadu for November 3, 2026 and an orange alert for 11 other districts
Maharashtra sets up drought mitigation panel, approves ₹291.91 crore relief for flood-hit farmers
The measures follow deficient rainfall in parts of Maharashtra during 2026, prompting the government to declare drought in talukas identified under the Kharif season’s Trigger-1…
Railways & travel
Tried and Tested: I took Troovy snacks on family trips and here’s why I’d buy them again
I tested Troovy snacks with my family and found crunchy, flavourful options that work especially well for kids, flights and road trips.
US embassy issues security alert for citizens over potential Houthi attacks, airport disruptions in Saudi Arabia
The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia has issued a security alert for American citizens, warning of possible attacks on airports, airspace closures and flight disruptions amid escalating…
US Embassy in Saudi Arabia warns citizens of possible Houthi attacks, airport disruptions amid rising tensions
The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia issued a security alert for American citizens, warning of potential attacks on airports, airspace closures, flight disruptions.
Texas tech boss Adam Robinson, wife Helen and their two children identified as victims of Florida plane crash
The family was travelling with their nanny and two friends on a flight from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas.
News from your state
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Karnataka1530 stories
Tamil Nadu1243 stories
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Uttar Pradesh852 stories
Sports
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Dhinidhi scripts history with first-ever Indian swimming medal at Youth Olympics
Yashasvi, Rathod hit centuries as IND A vs NZ A 2nd unofficial Test ends in draw
'Chapter is maybe closed': Ashwin fears Bhuvneshwar's India career could be over
A completely different feeling: Alexander Zverev on reaching world No. 1
Harsh on Bumrah to say he’s picking and choosing matches: Shane Bond
Blueprint under construction: India look to solve bowling puzzle in New Zealand
'Hopefully he plays some domestic': Shubman Gill gives update on Hardik Pandya's comeback
'Top four is set': Shubman Gill reveals India's No. 5, No. 6 plans ahead of New Zealand ODIs
'The Big Show' is over: Glenn Maxwell announces retirement from international cricket
Entertainment
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Amitabh Bachchan's bulletproof enclosure, Shah Rukh Khan waving to fans from afar at Mannat: New face of celeb fan meets amid threats?
Orry calls Sara Ali Khan 'fake friend' for disappearing during his difficult time, claims Amrita Singh hurled abuses at him and never apologised
Lenny Kravitz dead in Learjet plane crash? Rocker's team reacts
Honey Singh rushes to Jalandhar after nephew Vidit Auluck's death in road accident, breaks down hugging grieving father
Callum Turner cast as the next James Bond?
Superstar Mammootty says helping others is everyone's duty
'Cult' BO day 4: Vishwak Sen's faces weekday test
Vivienne Jolie legally drops her father Brad Pitt’s surname
Rimi Tomy announces November wedding
Technology
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Ukraine's 280-g drone detector intercepts real-time video feeds from Russian Molniya UAVs
Asus Jelly75 KD201 Review: A Stylish Mechanical Keyboard That Gets the Basics Right
TRAI mandates AI-led complaint centres, 16-hour human support
Apple to Reportedly Launch New iPad Air With OLED Screen, iPad Pro and Entry-Level iPad in H1 2027
EPFO Launches WhatsApp Services to Check PF Balance, Passbook, and Recent Transactions
Reddit to Require Users to Log in to Browse Platform, Testing to Begin Soon
Still using a basic TV? I would consider these affordable 4K smart TV upgrades
Best Value for Money Mobile Phones Under Rs. 20,000 in India: Samsung Galaxy F70 5G, Moto G37 5G and More
Oppo Reno 17 Series China Launch Set for November, Oppo Pad Air 6 and Watch 5 Teased
Health
Tribal collective seeks wider study into infant deaths in Keralam’s Attappady
Fire breaks out in BMTC bus near St John’s Hospital in Koramangala; passengers escape unhurt
Telangana plans PPP model to ensure uninterrupted MRI services at govt hospitals
How infant deaths in Keralam’s Attappady expose a deep-rooted health, social crisis
'We've made it back 10 times over': Trump cites Venezuela earnings while defending Iran war
Reversing Assam’s cancer burden
When a blunder led to a news scoop
Late dinners and bedtime habits may trigger night-time acidity, here's why
Science
Parts of Delhi reel under ‘severe’ level air pollution
Delhi AQI remains ‘very poor’ amid thick haze; Bawana, Narela, Punjabi Bagh among 8 areas in ‘severe’ category
How smoking sets the stage for lung cancer | Explained
How AI training models could compromise privacy
Severe Cyclone Murasu: Landfall to begin in A.P. around 2-3 a.m.
Palnadu on high alert as Cyclone Murasu to bring heavy rain
Firecrackers: Festivity or fallout?
Air quality worsens to ‘very poor’ category in Delhi, parts of north India
Education
BPSC Bihar TRE 4.0 recruitment 2026: Application deadline today for 32,388 teacher posts; apply here
Karnataka NEET PG 2026: KEA extends option entry deadline until November 3, issues fee-related advisory
Karnataka PG Dental 2026: Third-round provisional seat allotment result released, final list today
KEA to go ahead with written examination for recruitment of PU college principals in Karnataka on November 20, 22
IP University PhD admission 2026-27: Applications open for winter session, check eligibility and last date
SSC announces November 2026 exam dates: Check CGEPT, departmental tests and Delhi Police SI Paper-II schedule
NEET-UG 2027 may remain in pen-and-paper mode as Nilekani-led panel gets extension
Special NEET-UG round to help fill 944 MBBS vacant seats
World
Haley Stevens explains why she supported Mike Rogers, withdrew Abdul El-Sayed endorsement amid Michigan midterm upheaval
Disney plans thousands of layoffs, targeting 20% cost savings
Nicole Taylor of Taylor Red triplets dies at 35
Israel’s far-right supporters hold out hope for return to power
U.S. has conducted defensive strikes on some Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz: official ahead of midterm elections
US midterm elections 2026 LIVE: ‘The sitting president doesn’t win midterms’, says Trump as he makes final pitch
Anita Maria Cetina, Florida Learjet crash victim, remembered for her ‘unconditional love and devotion’
San Diego Registrar of Voters evacuated over suspected bomb threat, day before midterm elections: Reports
Lifestyle
How to remove makeup properly: Tips on how to get dirt-free skin
Madhuri Dixit brings retro charm to ethnic fashion in multicoloured abstract-printed saree: Styles it with pearl drop earrings and sleek high ponytail
Dubai opens first 'Work from Park' hub with free outdoor desks, indoor workspaces from Dh50 a day
Diwali gifting ideas: 8 thoughtful, quirky gifts for people who have everything
Asia's largest tulip garden in Srinagar has over a million tulips spread across 30 hectares: Here's what to know before you go
Tried and Tested: Voie Sage the house gift dawn review, a travel skincare gift my friend loved
Nita Ambani twins with daughter Isha Ambani in floral printed traditional look during 63rd birthday celebrations
Step inside The Library at NMACC: Lavish cafe and reading retreat with 4,500 books and stunning interiors
Explainer, 2 min read
How to check a viral WhatsApp forward before you share it
Seven quick checks — from reverse image search to reading the date — that catch most fake forwards in under five minutes.
Explainer, 2 min read
Lost money to an online fraud? What to do in the first hour
Speed matters. The order in which to call 1930, block your bank access and save the evidence.
Explainer, 2 min read
Repo rate explained: how an RBI decision reaches your home-loan EMI
The Monetary Policy Committee changes one number. Here is how it travels to your bank, your loan and your fixed deposit.
Explainer, 1 min read
How a Lok Sabha election works, from nomination to counting day
543 seats, one vote each, and a long chain of checks in between. A step-by-step guide.
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