Preparing prasadam is an important part of Navratri celebrations in many households. Freshly cooked rice dishes, traditional sweets and nourishing sundal varieties bring variety to daily offerings while giving families an opportunity to share food with relatives and visitors. The recipe collection by Chitra provides separate menu ideas inspired by Tamil Nadu and Andhra cooking traditions. These suggestions can help families organise their festival kitchens, but

Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are expecting their second child, according to the supplied report. The Bollywood couple shared the announcement on Wednesday, October 7, through a family photograph that placed their daughter, Saraayah, at the centre of the moment. The announcement marks another milestone for the actors, who welcomed their first child in 2025. Their growing family quickly became the focus of congratulatory messages, with well-wishers respondi

The Income Tax Department conducted searches at the Mumbai offices of Prime Focus Ltd on Wednesday, October 7, bringing the company associated with Ramayana producer Namit Malhotra under scrutiny. According to CNBC-TV18, sources said the action concerned foreign remittances and also covered premises linked to certain individuals associated with the company. Details of the transactions being examined were not immediately available. The development attracted atte

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, celebrated for his commanding screen presence and memorable performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema, died early on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the age of 75. He reportedly suffered a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa and was taken to hospital after being found unconscious. His son, Malhar Patekar, confirmed the death. Hospital Efforts to Revive Nana P

Foreign nationals facing criminal proceedings in India may still be able to seek renewal of an employment visa, but approval is not automatic. FRRO authorities examine eligibility, documents and applicable restrictions, while some cases may require separate court clearance. A pending criminal case in India does not necessarily mean that a foreign national is automatically barred from applying to renew an employment visa. However, the application can become more comp

An FRRO NOC may be required in certain Indian immigration or visa cases, depending on the applicant's visa category and circumstances. Here is how FRRO services work, when additional clearance may be sought and why an NOC does not itself guarantee visa approval. Foreign nationals living, studying or working in India may encounter the Foreigners Regional Registration Office, or FRRO, when dealing with registration and visa-related services. In some cases, applicants

Teja Sajja made a stylish appearance at the trailer launch of Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming show “Traitors.” The actor drew attention at the event as the team unveiled the much-awaited trailer and introduced audiences to the show’s intriguing concept. The trailer launch created buzz around “Traitors,” which promises a mix of strategy, suspense and unexpected twists. Teja Sajja’s presence added extra exciteme

Bollywood couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are preparing to welcome another member to their family. The couple, who became parents to their first child, daughter Saraayah, in July 2025, have announced that they are expecting their second baby. The announcement quickly attracted attention on social media, with fans and members of the film industry sending their wishes to the couple. Kiara Shares Special Pregnancy Announcement Kiara shar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completed 25 years continuously serving as the head of a government, a journey that began when he became Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001. After more than a decade in Gujarat, Modi moved to national politics and became Prime Minister in 2014. He is currently serving his third consecutive term at the Centre. The milestone comes at a politically significant time, with the government facing public debate and protests over several issues. Recent

Christa Pike survives execution after receiving two rounds of pentobarbital in Tennessee and is now conscious and speaking. Her recovery, the TN pause on executions and a renewed clemency plea have intensified scrutiny of lethal injection and the death penalty. Christa Pike conscious after surviving Tennessee execution attempt Christa Pike, the Tennessee death-row prisoner who survived an attempted lethal injection last week, is consciou

The Russia travel warning remains at Level 4 as the US Embassy issues an Irkutsk alert over a suspected plague case. While the WHO update says the wider plague risk is very low, Americans are still urged to avoid Russia because of security and wrongful-detention concerns. US keeps Level 4 Russia warning as Irkutsk case draws attention The United States has reiterated its Level 4 “Do Not Travel” warning for Russia while issuing a new

The Mullin ChatGPT claim has drawn attention after DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin used an AI response while arguing that immigration could change the politics of Republican states. His immigration claim also included undocumented migrant estimates significantly above recent Pew and MPI figures. Immigration claim Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin accused Democrats of pursuing immigration policies that he said could change the p

OpenAI mission interview is being tested as part of the OpenAI hiring process to assess judgment, AI safety awareness and mission alignment as candidates compete for highly paid AI jobs at OpenAI.   OpenAI is testing a new stage in its recruitment process designed to understand how prospective employees think about the wider impact of artificial intelligence and how they could contribute to the company’s goal of making advanced AI beneficial to humanity.

Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have intensified the Yemen conflict, with the group claiming strikes on Riyadh airport, the Rabigh refinery and military sites. Saudi-led forces have answered with Hodeidah strikes and a wider Yemen offensive, while Turkey and Pakistan prepare troop deployment. Riyadh airport Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement said Monday that it launched a large-scale series of missile and drone attacks against targets

Turkey Pakistan Saudi troop deployment plans have moved forward after an emergency Riyadh meeting activated practical steps under the Makkah defence pact. The three countries agreed to ensure rapid deployment of military forces and capabilities as Houthi attacks intensify pressure on Saudi security. Rapid Deployment Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye agreed on October 5 to move immediately toward implementing their collective-defence co

Argentina golden passport plans would allow foreign investors to seek citizenship through a $350,000 Treasury contribution or an $800,000 government bond, as President Javier Milei’s government looks to attract foreign capital and expand investment migration. Argentina plans to launch a citizenship-by-investment program allowing foreign nationals to seek Argentine citizenship through a substantial financial commitment, as President Javier Milei’s government wor

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is reportedly planning a special dinner meeting with athletes from the state who won medals at the recent Asian Games, in an effort to personally interact with them and understand their experiences. The proposed meeting is expected to go beyond the usual felicitation ceremony. Instead of limiting the interaction to congratulating the athletes and presenting cash rewards, Vijay is said to be keen on spending more time with the medal winners and discuss

Janhvi Kapoor has spoken out against digital harassment after an AI-altered video using footage from Chuttamalle, her song in Devara: Part 1, circulated on social media. The actress described the misuse of her image as “deeply violating” and highlighted the harm caused when manipulated content is shared without consent. Her response puts the focus on women’s dignity, personal boundaries and the consequences of using artificial intelligence to create degra

NTR reacts to morphed Chuttamalle video Jr NTR has reportedly strongly condemned an AI-generated, morphed video based on the song Chuttamalle from Devara, warning of legal action against those responsible for creating and circulating it. According to a report published by, the manipulated clip depicts NTR and co-star Janhvi Kapoor in an objectionable manner. The report said the vi

Yemen's internationally recognised government has launched a Yemen offensive against Houthis as fighting intensifies around Taiz, the Aden road and the Red Sea coast. Rashad al-Alimi says the campaign aims to restore state authority across the country after major recent Houthi territorial gains. Alimi Plan Rashad al-Alimi, chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, announced the new military campaign in a televised address on S