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Punjab anti-drug activist Jhota cremated in his native place Mansa
Bodies brought to Mansa for Jhota's last rites amid post-mortem and protests over his murder at a busy market.
PM Modi desperate, 'jhola-picking-up time' fast approaching: Congress
Congress hits Modi over 'dimagi Naxals' jibe, calling him desperate as "jhola-picking-up time" nears.
Fresh sexual harassment complaint against ‘Gem Granites’ Veeramani
Fresh complaint adds to eight sexual-harassment cases against granite baron Veeramani; police pursue intensified probe across multiple accused and court-ordered actions.
Walsh-inspired Australia crush irate Samoa to reach World Cup final
Reece Walsh scores a hat-trick as Australia reach the Men's Rugby League World Cup final by overwhelming a Samoa side left fuming by a series of refereeing calls against them.
'Notebandi' devastated economy, 'votebandi' destroying polity: Congress slams PM Modi
Congress attacks Modi: demonetisation called Notebandi a disaster and votebandi harming polity, marking 10 years since 2016 move.
World
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Israel's president tasks opposition leader Eisenkot with forming government
Neither PM Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor that of his rival secured a majority in last week's election.
Cinema & Streaming
— reviews · box office · interviews
Cover Review★★★★½
‘Other Worlds’: Netflix announces live-action spin-off to ‘Stranger Things’
‘Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure’, developed by Duffer Brothers and Kate Trefry, is schedule to premiere in 2028
‘Mookuthi Amman 2’ movie review: Nayanthara’s Amman has divine powers, but cannot defeat bad filmmaking
‘Mookuthi Amman 2’ movie review: Sundar C hands Amman the superhero playbook, but even her divine powers cannot save this formulaic mess
‘The Cat in the Hat’ movie review: A fun way to step into the holiday season
Sweet jokes, inventive visuals, and energetic voice work make 'The Cat in the Hat', a colourful adaptation of Dr Seuss's beloved children's classic, a fun watch
Politics
All politicsPM Modi desperate, 'jhola-picking-up time' fast approaching: Congress
Congress hits Modi over 'dimagi Naxals' jibe, calling him desperate as "jhola-picking-up time" nears.
Sports
All sportsWalsh-inspired Australia crush irate Samoa to reach World Cup final
Reece Walsh scores a hat-trick as Australia reach the Men's Rugby League World Cup final by overwhelming a Samoa side left fuming by a series of refereeing calls against them.
Local · Bangalore
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Rajajingar murders: How did the accused transport bodies across locations without being detected?
Explores how the Rajajinagar killer allegedly moved seven bodies across locations and borders, avoiding checkpoints and police surveillance.
Bengaluru’s GBA launches phase 2 of ‘Ward One’
Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda on Saturday directed officials to prepare a comprehensive plan for the redevelopment of the K.R. Puram-Tin Factory Junction. The plan should focus on pedestrian safety, public transport integration and smoother traffic mov
No complete closure of Ballari Road for 18 months for elevated corridor work: BDA
BDA clarifies Ballari Road won’t close for 18 months; traffic will face limited lane restrictions with phased diversions and improved alternate routes.
Crime Watch
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Assam Chief Secy chairs monthly review meeting, stresses time-bound reforms
Assam Chief Secy chairs monthly review meeting, stresses time-bound reforms | India News
Update8 Nov
Fresh sexual harassment complaint against granite baron Veeramani
Fresh sexual harassment complaint against granite baron Veeramani | India News
Probe8 Nov
Scientific, tech measures to be introduced to strengthen transparency in ghee sale: TDB to Kerala HC
Scientific, tech measures to be introduced to strengthen transparency in ghee sale: TDB to Kerala HC | India News
Court8 Nov
Woman held for joining son, friends in assaulting 17-year-old boy over Instagram messages in Kochi
The assault took place on Saturday at the woman's rented house on Changampuzha Road in Edappally North, leaving the boy injured, they said. | India News
Awards & Honours
— recognising the people behind the year's quieter wins★
HonourOscar Short Film Race Spotlights Bold Stories, New Animation Tech and Creative Risk-Taking
Filmmakers behind Oscar-contending shorts on creative freedom, limited resources, new animation tech and stories best told in 40 minutes or less.
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Honour‘Elsinore,’ ‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’ and ‘Animol’ Lead British Independent Film Awards Nominations
The nominees for the 2026 British Independent Film Awards have been revealed.
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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.
Health & Wellbeing
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Tempted by snacks before bed? Here's why - and what you can do about it
There are biological reasons why you may reach for sweet treats before bed, but you can change the habit.
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No concrete proof yet from Indonesia for claim over rescued orangutans: Odisha Minister
Odisha seeks evidence from Indonesia and others on ownership as five rescued orangutans diet stay at Nandankanan Zoo amid ongoing investigations.
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Crime
25-year-old stabbed to death in Bengal flat, live-in partner, her mother arrested: Cop
According to the police, Sarthak Sarkar’s father and sister, who live in Barasat in North 24 Parganas district, said his phone was unreachable for several hours | India News
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Sports
The oldest club in London making FA Cup history
Cray Wanderers host Stockport County in the FA Cup first round, with 112 league places separating the two sides.
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Politics
Deportation of wanted Punjab gangster Afridi secured after 10-month international manhunt
Punjab Police, with central agency support, deported gangster Gurwinder alias Afridi from Ethiopia after a 10-month international manhunt, aided by Operation SHAHID and OFTEC.