The Long Read
Cornell bans all fraternity parties over gang sex assault allegations
The school has faced an uproar over how it handled assault allegations brought by a woman known as Jane Doe.
Odisha Cabinet approves free textbooks for 28.7 lakh students, ₹500-crore urban drainage scheme
Odisha Cabinet approves free textbooks for 28.7 lakh students, ₹500-crore urban drainage scheme | India News
MP distributes CMRF cheques worth ₹15.80 lakh to 27 beneficiaries
Visakhapatnam MP distributes ₹15.80 lakh in CMRF cheques to 27 beneficiaries, easing medical costs for families in distress.
Anti-drug crusader killed in broad daylight in Punjab’s Mansa, sparking outrage
Anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh was shot dead by a medical store owner in Punjab's Mansa after questioning illicit drug sales.
Foreign students urged to help foster trade ties with India
International students in Visakhapatnam urged to foster India trade ties and pursue import-export ventures with guidance and incentives.
World
All worldCornell bans all fraternity parties over gang sex assault allegations
The school has faced an uproar over how it handled assault allegations brought by a woman known as Jane Doe.
Cinema & Streaming
— reviews · box office · interviews
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Andrew Schulz on playing Dan Hibiki in ‘Street Fighter’: ‘It’s like choosing an MLS team on FIFA’
From discovering that Dan Hibiki was designed to humiliate opponents to beating the ‘Street Fighter’ game director with him, stand-up comedian Andrew Schulz discusses childhood arcade rivalries, Hollywood’s video-game obsession, the cast’s actual fighting abilities and why his ow
‘Jailer 2’ action director Chethan D’ Souza on Rajinikanth’s style, humility and instinct for action
Jailer 2: Action director Chethan D’ Souza talks about Rajinikanth’s knack for stylish action moves, and adapting to director Nelson Dilipkumar’s simple yet effective staging of action set pieces
‘Street Fighter’: Vidyut Jammwal on embodying a video game character in his Hollywood debut
Street Fighter 2026: Vidyut Jammwal talks about preparing for his role of Dhalsim in Hollywood’s video game adaptation, being invited for Wrestlemania 42 by Cody Rhodes, and more
Politics
All politicsMP distributes CMRF cheques worth ₹15.80 lakh to 27 beneficiaries
Visakhapatnam MP distributes ₹15.80 lakh in CMRF cheques to 27 beneficiaries, easing medical costs for families in distress.
Local · Bangalore
More localCitizens group flags surrendered Maoist Kotehonda Ravindra’s deteriorating health, seeks government intervention
The Citizens’ Initiative for Peace, Bengaluru, has urged the Karnataka government to immediately initiate steps to secure the relocation of surrendered Maoist Kotehonda Ravindra, who is currently “seriously ill” and is being treated in an Intensive Care Unit.
Polyclinic fined for dumping medical waste in public space
The Bengaluru South City Corporation has fined Al-Shifa Polyclinic, on Mangammanapalya Main Road, ₹15,000 for allegedly dumping medical and mixed waste in a public place.
GBA Chief Commissioner directs officials to prepare DPR for junctions along Bannerghatta Road
M. Maheshwar Rao, Chief Commissioner, Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), on Tuesday directed officials to prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the development of junctions along Bannerghatta Main Road between Gottigere and Tavarekere in south Bengaluru.
Crime Watch
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Odisha Cabinet approves free textbooks for 28.7 lakh students, ₹500-crore urban drainage scheme
Odisha Cabinet approves free textbooks for 28.7 lakh students, ₹500-crore urban drainage scheme | India News
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‘8 months of hard work wasted’: Bittu Tabahi finds Madhya Pradesh's Ajnar river choked with garbage again | Video
The video has renewed discussions online about civic responsibility and the need to prevent rivers from being polluted. | India News
Probe13 Oct
Five arrested as 29-year-old man dies after ‘assault’ over beer spill at north Delhi nightclub
Police are examining CCTV footage and allegations of a firearm threat and theft as they investigate the death of Daljeet at Tor House nightclub. | India News
Court13 Oct
Opposition announces ‘mission to restore democracy’, plans India Plus group
Rahul Gandhi said the Opposition would challenge the Centre’s decision to de-notify Jantar Mantar as a protest site, vowing to defend people’s democratic rights | India News
Awards & Honours
— recognising the people behind the year's quieter wins★
Honour‘The Pitt’ And ‘All Her Fault’ Among the Winners of Inaugural Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards
"The Pitt" and "All Her Fault" were among the winners of The Darcys, celebrating achievement in authentic disability representation in media.
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HonourBrian Grazer and Ron Howard to Receive Harold Matzner Distinguished Achievement Award at Palm Springs Honors
The Palm Springs International Film Society will honor Brian Grazer and Ron Howard at the Palm Springs Honors event on Oct. 19.
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Honour‘La Bola Negra’ to Receive Gotham Vanguard Tribute at Gotham Film Awards (EXCLUSIVE)
Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi's "La Bola Negra" will receive the Gotham Vanguard Tribute at the Gotham Film Awards in New York City on Nov. 30.
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HonourTony Awards Name Nominating Committee for 2026-2027 Season Including Migdalia Cruz, Daniel K. Isaac, José Rivera and More
The Tony Awards announced its 2026–2027 Nominating Committee, including Peter Marks, Sanaz Toossi and Migdalia Cruz.
Health & Wellbeing
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Cut screen time in classrooms to avoid long-term health issues, clinicians urge
A group of clinicians warns technology use in English schools is driving a rise in health problems like short-sightedness.
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5K Run held in Mysuru to sensitise youth on HIV
A number of young Mysoreans hit the streets on Monday morning carrying the message of AIDS prevention and control focusing youth.
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Crime
11 dead, several missing after boat capsizes in Bihar’s Raghopur
Around 25 to 30 people were reportedly aboard the medium-sized boat, most of them travelling to attend a feast organised as part of Hindu funeral rituals. | India News
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Sports
A 'landmark' moment - why has Rwanda been chosen to host F1?
How Rwanda has succeeded where Morocco and South Africa, among others, have failed by agreeing a deal to stage the African Grand Prix.
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Sports
Rusty or something more? South Africa's concern after Australia loss
Australia complete 214-run victory over South Africa in Durban. What does heavy defeat mean for the world champions?