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Congress seeks arrest of playwright Addanda C. Cariappa over remarks on Mahatma Gandhi
Congress protesters demand arrest of playwright Addanda C. Cariappa over alleged derogatory Gandhi remarks in Bengaluru play.
‘Don’t travel by air': SC refuses urgent listing of plea alleging 700% hike in airfares
The Supreme Court refused the urgent listing of a plea alleging nearly 700 per cent increase in airfares. | India News
First Vatican-Produced Film Submitted to Oscars Boarded by Hollywood Ventures Group (EXCLUSIVE)
'Green Lava,' the first Vatican-produced film in contention for an Oscar, has been boarded by Hollywood Ventures Group.
Congress points finger at HDK over ‘sting’ operation
Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee spokesperson M. Lakshman on Monday alleged that JD(S) leader and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy was involved in the alleged sting operation linked to former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and a purported sexual abuse video.
Delhi's smog came from farm fires lit after NASA's satellite passed
On two Oct nights with the same weather, Delhi's air was far cleaner. India's weather satellite shows surge in evening crop burning in the 4 days before Nov 1. | India News
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Ryanair says it may freeze workers' pay and raise airfares
The airline says fuel prices may rise by €2bn in 2028 unless there is an end to the US-Israel war with Iran.
Cinema & Streaming
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‘Aakhri Ride’: How Vijesh Rajan and Yashoda Parthasarthy crafted a quirky horror short
Writer-director duo Vijesh Rajan and Yashoda Parthasarthy open up about their recently released short film, ‘Aakhri Ride’, speaking to cab drivers to research for the story, keeping sensitivity alive amidst the horror and comedy
EU Film Festival 2026 to bring 28 award-winning European films to India
The EU Film Festival (EUFF) 2026 is back in India for its 31st run, bringing 28 award-winning European films from 27 EU countries plus Ukraine in 30 languages
‘Tu Mil Jaye’: Shah Rukh Khan unveils first song from ‘King’ on his 61st birthday
Shah Rukh Khan unveiled the first song, ‘Tu Mil Jaye’ from his upcoming actioner, King as he celebrates his 61st birthday on Monday (November 2, 2026).
Politics
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Kuvempu University writes to Secretary of Higher Education for action on former Registrar (Evaluation)
Kuvempu University seeks State action over alleged irregularities in the 34th annual convocation billing and procedures under former Registrar (Evaluation).
Sports
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To dive or not to dive? Football's big dilemma
Liverpool feel Alexander Isak should have been awarded a penalty against Arsenal but with the striker not appealing for the decision and the VAR staying out of it, should he have made more of it?
Local · Bangalore
More localCongress points finger at HDK over ‘sting’ operation
Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee spokesperson M. Lakshman on Monday alleged that JD(S) leader and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy was involved in the alleged sting operation linked to former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and a purported sexual abuse video.
Death in swimming pool: How two foreigners were electrocuted in a Bengaluru five-star hotel | Explained
Two foreign nationals died from suspected electrocution in Bengaluru’s Hotel Conrad pool, prompting scrutiny of safety, maintenance, and emergency protocols.
Bengaluru Central Prison declared ‘prohibited items-free’; six inmates get 30-day remission
Bengaluru Central Prison becomes ‘prohibited items-free’ amid surprise checks; six inmates receive 30-day remission for exceptional performance.
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‘Don’t travel by air': SC refuses urgent listing of plea alleging 700% hike in airfares
The Supreme Court refused the urgent listing of a plea alleging nearly 700 per cent increase in airfares. | India News
Update2 Nov
Delhi's smog came from farm fires lit after NASA's satellite passed
On two Oct nights with the same weather, Delhi's air was far cleaner. India's weather satellite shows surge in evening crop burning in the 4 days before Nov 1. | India News
Probe2 Nov
Foreign secretary Vikram Misri visits UAE to boost economic, strategic ties
The visit was part of regular, high-level engagement and allowed the two sides to take stock of progress in the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership | India News
Court2 Nov
HT Evening News Brief Nov 2: GRAP-II curbs imposed in Delhi; Cyclone Murasu landfall and US midterm elections
Here's a quick recap of the day's top headlines from India, the world and the field of sports and entertainment. | India News
Awards & Honours
— recognising the people behind the year's quieter wins★
HonourFirst Vatican-Produced Film Submitted to Oscars Boarded by Hollywood Ventures Group (EXCLUSIVE)
'Green Lava,' the first Vatican-produced film in contention for an Oscar, has been boarded by Hollywood Ventures Group.
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HonourBAFTA Trustees Accused of Potentially Violating Charity Law Over Free Ceremony Tickets
BAFTA trustees may have violated U.K. charity laws by accepting awards show tickets that were not disclosed in the organization's financial accounts.
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HonourVariety’s 10 Actors to Watch Detail Tapping Into Dark Characters and Gaining Confidence at Newport Beach Film Festival
Variety's 10 Actors to Watch detailed their processes during the Newport Beach Film Festival. Watch the full panels on video.
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HonourJohn Carpenter to Receive Filmmaker of the Year at ACE Eddie Awards
John Carpenter will receive the American Cinema Editors Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year award at the 77th annual ACE Eddie Awards.
Health & Wellbeing
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A&E warning system to flag sick children deteriorating quickly
The initiative, in England, will help busy staff identify children who are deteriorating quickly as they wait for emergency care.
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NSA Doval meets Vietnam leadership to strengthen strategic, defence ties
Doval and Vietnam’s deputy prime minister and defence minister Gen Phan Van Giang reviewed bilateral defence cooperation | India News
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61 illegal immigrants, mostly Bangladeshis, detained in Ahmedabad ahead of Diwali: Police
Ahmedabad police detain 61 illegal immigrants, mainly Bangladeshis, ahead of Diwali; deportation procedures underway as raids continue for safety.
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New logo, new inaugural venue: Stage set for iconic Kolkata International Film Festival
KIFF 32: new logo, new Victoria Memorial venue, Ireland as Focus Country, potential Film Bazar, and star-studded inaugural lineup.
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‘Enemy of the Smuggler’ movie review: A gritty premise weighed down by commercial compulsions
‘Enemy of the Smuggler’ movie review: IRS officer-turned-filmmaker T Samaya Murali’s insider knowledge lends this gangster drama some authenticity, but its formulaic storytelling repeatedly gets in the way