What's Changed For Agniveers? The New 6-Year Rule Explained
The change in the Agnipath scheme is being deemed a big shift in policy as it gives a longer rope to aspirants who want to prolong their service in the armed forces.
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JD Vance Says Iran War "Reason" Why Republicans Lost US Midterm Elections
Vance cited data and polling indicating that many voters who backed Trump in 2024 abandoned Republicans at the ballot box due to frustration over the conflict.
On Camera, Flames Leap Out As Gas Cylinder Catches Fire At Bengaluru Home
A video shows the delivery agent running away and then returning to try and put out the fire.
"Could Smell Alcohol On Him": Rahul Gandhi Attacks Bhagwant Mann, AAP Reacts
Rahul Gandhi said that Punjab needed a leader who genuinely understood the suffering caused by drugs and was personally committed for the issue.
Tesla Misled South Korean Buyers On Self-Driving Software: Report
Tesla has marketed Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software to prospective buyers in South Korea for years, often collecting lump-sum payments of 9.043 million won ($6,726).
US Midterm Elections 2026 Results Live: Stocks Surge, Oil Prices Down As Democrats Sweep Congress
US Midterm Elections Results 2026 Live: The election serves as a broad referendum on Trump's presidency, with voter sentiment shifting against the Republican party.
Contempt Case Against CJP Legal Head Over Remarks Against Magistrate
The Additional Standing Counsel said there is a difference between questioning the correctness of a judicial decision and attributing extraneous influences or improper motives to the judge.
"Will Kill Trump" Rings Out In Iran After US President's Party Loses Midterms
Chants of "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" echoed through the area. Demonstrators waved Iranian flags and carried banners denouncing Washington and Israel.
MP high court rejects bail plea of ex-judge Giribala Singh in Twisha Sharma case
A single bench of justice Ajay Kumar Nirankari heard arguments on October 26 and reserved the order. The order was issued on Wednesday
Sharad Pawar hospitalised in Mumbai hours after discharge in Pune
Sharad Pawar was discharged from the Ruby Hall Clinic after two days under medical observation following complaints of pleuritic pain, in Pune on Wednesday.
Assam police constable booked for attacking woman, family over dispute: Cop
A video of the alleged incident later surfaced on social media. On Tuesday evening, Jorhat police shared screenshots of a social media post
Bengal police seize ₹1.02 crore from party office in land grab case involving Abhishek Banerjee aide
Police seized ₹1.02 crore from a political party’s office in Sarisha during a land grab probe involving Abhishek Banerjee’s aide Sumit Roy.
CM Vijay presents gold necklace to Class 12 first rank holder in Tamil Nadu
Vjay urged students to prioritise education, avoid corruption and drugs, and work towards achieving their ambitions.
Goa police inspector among two arrested in minor’s sexual assault case at Cyber Crime Police Station
Inspector Vikas Deykar and Rajani Palekar were arrested after a minor alleged that she was asked to undress, touched inappropriately during visits to the police station
PM Modi speaks to Chandrababu Naidu as two cyclones cause ₹4,906 crore damage in Andhra Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday spoke to Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu to review the situation in cyclone-hit areas of the state
Virat Kohli scripts history in Auckland, becomes first batter to achieve this feat
Virat Kohli celebrated a monumental achievement, becoming the first to score 13,000 runs while batting at No. 3 in ODIs during India's opening match against New Zealand at Eden Park. With a striking career average of 61.61, Kohli's performance was stellar. India excelled overall,
Midterm blues: Why 'lame' duck Donald may push for a quick India-US trade deal
The unfavourable midterm election outcome is unlikely to prompt President Donald Trump to change course on trade, according to an analysis by Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). Trump is now likely to use his executive authority to push India towards an early agreement that
Defence production at Rs 1.78 lakh crore: Rajnath Singh sets out India's next priorities
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of indigenous weapons development during the Delhi Defence Dialogue. He stated that self-reliance in defense means reducing external dependencies while improving technological capabilities. The government aims to in
Pakistan tests Fa'az air-to-air missile, but reach and speed remain a mystery
Pakistan has announced the successful test flight of its indigenously developed air-to-air missile called Fa'az. This missile features a terminal guidance system, designed for engaging aerial targets at long ranges. The flight test was observed by military officials and scientist
Arshdeep joins Srinath and Shami in elite list as India bowl out NZ for 185
Arshdeep's spell is the fourth-best by an Indian pacer in New Zealand. Srinath holds the top two positions with figures of 4/23 in Auckland in 2003 and 4/52 in Napier in 1995. Shami is third with 4/55 in Napier in 2014.
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