Times of India

Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, was granted bail and released after nine months in custody related to the Toshakhana corruption case. The Islamabad high court judge granted bail with a Rs 1 million surety bond, and the indictment has been rescheduled for October 26 due to security concerns.

Cyclone Dana is set to hit Odisha's coast with wind speeds up to 120 km/h between Thursday night and Friday morning, leading to heavy rain and potential flooding. The state has evacuated over a million people and deployed numerous emergency teams. West Bengal will also face heavy rainfall, and significant disruptions are expected in both regions.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are implementing a strict diet to enhance Kelce's football performance after a sluggish season start due to their summer parties. Swift is committed to supporting this change, aiming to eliminate unhealthy habits. Fans hope this renewed focus on health will recapture Kelce's competitive edge and benefit his game.

India captain Rohit Sharma was dismissed for a duck by New Zealand's Tim Southee on the first day of the second Test in Pune. Washington Sundar impressed with figures of 7-59 as India bowled out New Zealand for 259. At stumps, India was 16 for 1, trailing by 243 runs.

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the India-China agreement easing border tensions as a result of dialogue. The pact, endorsed by PM Modi and President Xi Jinping, focuses on patrolling and grazing in traditional areas. This landmark agreement aims to restore peace along the LAC after prolonged military standoffs and deadly clashes in Galwan Valley.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's linguistic blunder, using the non-existent word 'brokenist,' became a highlight in a Parliament debate. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre capitalized on the gaffe, further criticizing Trudeau amidst internal party pressure for him to step down before the upcoming election.

Reliance has denied a Delhi-based app developer's request for funding his Cambridge EMBA studies in exchange for the jiohotstar.com domain. Despite contacting an executive, the £93,345 request has been refused and Reliance plans legal action. The developer claims no trademark infringement and seeks legal advice.

The diplomatic conflict between India and Canada has escalated as New Delhi recalled six diplomats and expelled Canadian envoys. The spat erupted after Canadian PM Justin Trudeau accused India of being involved in the assassination of a Khalistani leader without providing concrete evidence, straining bilateral relations.

Indian airlines, including Vistara and IndiGo, faced threats on social media targeting around 20 flights each on October 24, 2024. Authorities were alerted, and security protocols were followed without diversions. Airlines urge the identification and arrest of the culprits to ensure strict action.

Sunil Gavaskar has praised Washington Sundar's addition to India's lineup for the second Test against New Zealand, calling it an 'inspired selection.' Despite initial criticism, Sundar silenced his skeptics by taking his first five-wicket haul in Tests, helping India dismiss New Zealand for 259. His performance highlights the debate around his selection over Kuldeep Yadav.

Telugu film 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' is now set to release a day earlier on December 5 in India and December 4 internationally. Directed by Sukumar, the sequel to the 2021 blockbuster features Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and others, with music by Devi Sri Prasad.

The Supreme Court issued a notice to Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar and his NCP faction to respond to a plea by Sharad Pawar's group regarding the use of the "clock" symbol. Ajit Pawar must ensure compliance with the court's interim order, permitting the symbol's use with a sub-judice notice.

PM Narendra Modi-led Cabinet has approved two major railway projects: the 87 km Amaravati Railway Line in Andhra Pradesh at Rs 2,245 crore, connecting major cities and ports; and a 256 km double line railway in North Bihar to the Northeastern states at Rs 4,553 crore, improving connectivity and infrastructure for essential goods transport.

Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole confirmed the seat-sharing agreement among the Maha Vikas Agadhi (MVA) allies, with each party contesting 85 seats. The MVA's chief ministerial candidate will be decided post-election. Shiv Sena (UBT) announced its initial list of candidates, including Aaditya Thackeray. Nomination for 288 assembly seats is ongoing; polling is set for November 20.

Prem Watsa, CEO of Fairfax Financial Holdings, has expressed confidence in India's potential to achieve double-digit economic growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Praising initiatives like Make in India and StartUp India, Watsa believes that India, with its smart and hardworking populace, can sustainably reach 10% annual growth, transforming it into a developed nation by 2047.

During the 16th BRICS summit in Russia's Kazan, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized India's call for reforms in both permanent and non-permanent categories of the UN Security Council, as well as the need to update the procedures of multilateral development banks.

Robert Vadra expressed joy over Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's nomination for the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-elections, remarking that her father, Rajiv Gandhi, would have been proud. Vadra remains focused on charity but is open to considering politics if public and familial support align.

Heavy downpours in Bengaluru caused severe waterlogging, forcing a closure on one side of the Electronics City flyover. The resulting traffic standstill saw commuters trapped for hours, leading many to walk home. The Bengaluru traffic police have issued alternate route advisories for affected commuters.

A fire broke out at Iran's Karaj nuclear power plant amid reports of a terrorist attack. This follows deadly violence in Turkey, where an aviation firm's headquarters was attacked, prompting Turkish airstrikes on suspected Kurdish targets in Syria and Iraq. The Karaj facility was previously attacked in 2022.