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Mahesh Kumar terms the reports that the judge of a district court, who is the father of the minor who allegedly drove the luxury car involved in the incident, had called him after the accident baseless.

Delhi has experienced significant improvements in air quality due to recent rainfall and government initiatives. The average Air Quality Index for October was lower compared to previous years. Rainfall contributed significantly, with over eight times the normal monthly amount recorded. Public participation in anti-pollution measures is acknowledged by officials as a vital factor for change.

Qiskit Fall Fest inaugurated at Visvesvaraya Technological University in Belagavi

The accused had been on the run since the seizure of 316 grams of suspected MDMA and 420 grams of suspected ganja from a car at Athani in June, 2024,say police

In turning back the clock on an ageing couple, ‘Love Always’ stumbles upon a potent exploration of regret, desire and second chances, but Madhumitha’s series is too caught up in its own melodrama to make the most of its magical conceit

With Friday’s transfer, Namma Metro has facilitated seven organ transportation operations so far.

‘The proportion of Karnataka’s population living in urban areas is expected to increase from the present 46% to 70% by 2047’

Gold and silver prices have plummeted to their lowest in a year as energy costs surge and inflation remains a pressing concern. The decline in precious metals mirrors waning investor confidence, driven by fears over persistently high interest rates set by the US Federal Reserve. Furthermore, weak demand from major Asian markets is further stifling gold sales, contributing to the downturn seen in platinum and palladium as well.

In the week ending October 23, India witnessed a decline in foreign exchange reserves, dropping by $1.269 billion to a total of $719.748 billion. This decrease was primarily driven by a notable reduction in the value of gold reserves. However, foreign currency assets saw a rise of $1.358 billion, reaching $593.205 billion.

Two friends, Chris Stafford and Warren Conard, opened a haunted house in a Denver shopping complex in 2002, charging $15 per ticket. What began as a side business has grown into a multimillion-dollar company with 18 seasonal Halloween attractions across the US. The company paid around 4,500 workers during the 2025 Halloween season and is now expanding into Christmas entertainment.

Landon Hoberman, a 17-year-old from New Jersey, has made remarkable strides in reducing plastic cutlery usage in restaurants. His campaign has succeeded in keeping over 8 million utensils out of landfills, while restaurants collectively saved more than $200,000 by making cutlery optional for takeaway. This initiative showcases how small changes can lead to significant environmental impact and financial savings, presenting a scalable model for communities seeking to tackle single-use plastics.

Kunwari Barwa's initiatives began with a self-help group where women saved small amounts of money together. As the group expanded, they formed a farmer producer organisation focused on ragi cultivation and product sales. The collective now boasts 1,501 members and generates monthly sales of Rs 6 lakh to Rs 7 lakh. Women involved gain employment opportunities and experience market exposure through fairs and exhibitions beyond their village.

In a breathtaking gold medal bout, Manisha overturned a daunting 0-6 deficit to defeat Pan American champion Abigail Nette 8-6. Refusing to surrender despite falling behind early, the Indian wrestler mounted a remarkable comeback to turn the contest on its head and secure a historic victory.

In its Q2 FY27 report, Jio Platforms recorded a robust net profit increase of 13.7% year-on-year. Operational revenues surged to Rs 40,475 crore, marking an 11.4% rise. The company welcomed 9.1 million new customers, pushing its total to 542.4 million. Furthermore, average revenue per user (ARPU) improved to Rs 218.8, driven by heightened data usage, while voice traffic held steady at 1.52 trillion minutes.