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Odisha stepped up preparations, mobilising personnel and equipment, while Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi deputed eight ministers to vulnerable districts

Devdutt Padikkal fell one run short of a double century during the first unofficial Test match. He was dismissed for 199 runs after an appealed catch decision by the umpire. Padikkal's innings helped India A recover from an early collapse in their second innings. India A had been bowled out for 113 runs in their first innings. His contribution was significant despite the disappointing nature of his dismissal.

Absence of any previous criminal antecedents was among grounds cited for granting bail. The decision has not gone down well with protesters demanding his arrest, who have been seeking action against the boy’s father, a judicial officer and the registered owner of the car

As per IMD bulletin, the cyclone is very likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify further into a severe cyclonic storm over westcentral Bay of Bengal by midnight of October 26, 2026

The IMD, in its latest bulletin, said a depression over the Bay of Bengal had moved southwestwards during the past six hours and intensified into a deep depression

Had greater attention been paid to physical evidence such as inscriptions, Indian history may have been interpreted differently, says the historian

Officials say they were instructed to file Form-7 applications for shifted, duplicate, underage, deceased and non-citizen voters, but auto-generated forms left the reason blank

Meta Platforms has revealed an innovative structure of new Class C shares, empowering CEO Mark Zuckerberg to sustain his voting dominance. This strategic maneuver is aimed at enhancing opportunities for capital enhancement, rewarding employees, and pursuing acquisitions, especially in the realm of artificial intelligence. Each shareholder will be granted one Class C share for every Class A or B share held, with trading slated to begin on January 19, 2027.

Two individuals have died and two others are hospitalized following gunfire in Angadpura locality. Authorities identified the deceased as Sahil Jindal and Gagan Jindal, who were cousins. Witnesses report at least 15-20 rounds were fired by assailants from a Black Scorpio SUV. Police have initiated an investigation and recovered three shells from the scene. Families of the victims have named suspects, suggesting personal enmity may be involved.

Muskan Simolia collapsed and died shortly after checking into a hotel with her husband Nilesh. Her father has accused Nilesh of murder following her unexpected collapse near the hotel room's entrance. CCTV footage shows the moments leading to her fall but does not clarify the cause of her collapse. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding her death and have detained her husband for questioning.

Elon Musk claimed that Ukraine breached Starlink's terms of service by using it for offensive strikes. Serhii Beskrestnov challenged Musk's assertions concerning the operational restrictions imposed on Starlink in Ukraine. Ukrainian officials indicated that these restrictions significantly impaired their drone operations. Meanwhile, Ukraine is exploring alternative satellite communication networks to reduce reliance on foreign providers. Musk's assertion has led to growing concerns regarding the support provided by SpaceX to Ukraine.

Bhikan Rojekar from Jalgaon Sapkal village secured AIR 812 in the challenging UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025. His journey spanned several years where he encountered numerous hurdles yet remained laser-focused on his dream. With substantial support from a Maharashtra government scholarship for his studies in Delhi, Rojekar highlights the necessity of having a backup career plan even while chasing ambitious goals.

HHNBAhead of the crucial Israeli elections, Donald Trump has thrown his support behind Benjamin Netanyahu, underlining the critical role their alliance plays in countering Iran's threats to both nations. Trump praised Netanyahu's effectiveness as a leader throughout their joint military efforts, despite previous tensions regarding their strategies towards Iran. This endorsement marks a notable moment as it's uncommon for a sitting U.S.

Shadab Khan led a remarkable comeback for Pakistan against England by scoring an unbeaten 113 runs. Together with Haris Rauf, they built a record-breaking partnership for the last wicket in ODI history. Earlier, England posted a total of 241 runs, with Ben Duckett scoring 105 runs. Pakistan struggled initially but managed to chase down the target after being at 154-9.

A Saudi-led coalition reported intercepting Houthi ballistic missiles aimed at Riyadh, claiming to protect the capital. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree described King Khalid International Airport as unsafe for travellers and staff. The airport administration designated terminals for domestic and international flights despite warnings. Additionally, attacks against Yemeni civilian sites by Saudi warplanes were claimed to be extensive. Claims made by both sides regarding missile interceptions and airstrikes remain unverified.

Oil prices experienced a decline of over 1% after hitting six-month peaks, primarily due to geopolitical unrest in Saudi Arabia. Currently, Brent crude fluctuates around $115 per barrel, and WTI at $101.5 per barrel. The threat to energy exports and infrastructure from Houthi attacks raises alarm, while the Federal Reserve meeting looms, potentially addressing inflation amid climbing energy prices.

Delhi plans to prohibit entry of vehicles not meeting BS6 emission standards in NCR from November 2026. Over 10 lakh vehicles in Gurgaon, Faridabad, Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad may be affected. Gurgaon and Faridabad hold around 2 lakh vehicles below BS6 standards, mostly consisting of BS3 and BS4 categories. Additionally, approximately 50,000 commercial vehicles in both locations do not comply with the new regulations.