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

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

Trump Nobel Peace Prize hopes are again in focus after the US president said he believes he deserves the award but remains unsure about winning. The Nobel 2026 decision comes after Maria Corina Machado gave Trump her 2025 medal and amid renewed debate over US presidents who previously won. Trump says he deserves Nobel Peace Prize before Friday decision US President Donald Trump has again said he believes he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize

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

Trump aides Bosnia work has raised questions after James Blair and Chris LaCivita advised Republika Srpska while helping Republican midterm strategy. Trump initially threatened action over any conflict, but later said he did not believe one existed. Trump advisers face scrutiny over Bosnia consulting work President Donald Trump has distanced himself from two senior political advisers after reports revealed that they carried out paid cons

Maduro torture charges could soon expand the US prosecution of the former Venezuelan president and Cilia Flores. Prosecutors are examining detainee abuse claims involving Americans held in Venezuela, while Flores separately seeks release over serious health concerns. Maduro and Flores could face new US charges over alleged torture Federal prosecutors in New York are expected to bring new criminal charges against former Venezuelan Preside

The Mall of America attack plot was disrupted after an FBI sting led to the Mohamud arrest. Prosecutors allege the 18-year-old discussed an ISIS plot targeting an October 24 Hmong event and obtained an AK-47-style rifle and ammunition from an undercover agent. FBI says alleged Mall of America attack was stopped before October event Federal authorities say they disrupted an alleged ISIS-inspired mass shooting planned for the Mall of Ameri

The New Jersey affordability crisis is putting greater pressure on household budgets, with a Rutgers-Eagleton poll showing increased difficulty paying for transportation, groceries, health care, housing and education. New Jersey residents are reporting growing difficulty paying for several major household expenses, even as the overall share struggling with basic necessities has remained relatively stable, according to a Rutgers-Eagleton poll. Tran

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

Jacqueline Fernandez has received a Delhi court NOC allowing her to apply for renewal of her Indian work visa. The Sri Lankan actor remains involved in a ₹200 crore money-laundering case linked to Sukesh Chandrashekar, while the FRRO will decide her visa request independently. A Delhi court has granted actor Jacqueline Fernandez a no-objection certificate allowing her to apply for renewal of her employment visa in India while her money-laundering case continues.

The Chicago Marathon returns October 11, 2026, taking runners through 29 neighborhoods. From chai and pizza to burgers, brunch and coffee, this guide highlights restaurants along the Chicago Marathon course for spectators, runners and visitors. The 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon returns Sunday, October 11, bringing tens of thousands of runners and spectators to the streets of Chicago. The 48th running starts and finishes in Grant Pa

Teja Sajja made a stylish appearance at the trailer launch of Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming show “Traitors,” adding star power to the much-awaited promotional event. The popular Telugu actor attracted attention from fans and the media as the team officially unveiled the trailer and offered audiences a glimpse into the show’s intriguing concept. The trailer launch generated fresh buzz around “Traitors,” with t

Anant Ambani’s Champions of Care initiative brings Vantara and more than 50 animal welfare groups together to strengthen rescue services, veterinary care, shelters and community animal support across India, with a focus on long-term, practical solutions.   Anant Ambani has launched Champions of Care, a new nationwide animal welfare initiative that aims to strengthen the work of organisations caring for animals across India. The programme, led by Vantara, has brou

The Tumbler Ridge shooting investigation has widened after US authorities arrested James Cody Bryant, alleging he helped the attacker with advice, money and a livestream plot. The Bryant arrest adds a cross-border criminal case as British Columbia also pursues legal action involving OpenAI. US suspect charged over alleged role in Tumbler Ridge shooting A 30-year-old Washington state resident has been arrested and charged over an alleged

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

MJ Akbar says the India Partition legacy remains a continuing tragedy, arguing that its political, strategic and social consequences still shape the subcontinent. In his book, he examines Gandhi’s faith, Jinnah’s politics, British colonialism and the role of religion in nationhood. MJ Akbar says Partition remains a continuing tragedy for India Veteran journalist, author and former parliamentarian MJ Akbar has described the Indi

RBI repo rate hike expectations are growing ahead of the RBI MPC October policy as India inflation outlook, rupee depreciation and liquidity management concerns raise the possibility of a hawkish shift in monetary policy.   The Reserve Bank of India is set to announce its fourth bi-monthly monetary policy for FY27 on October 7, with financial markets closely watching whether the central bank will raise the repo rate for the first time since February 2023.

President Donald Trump has approved the Nidal Hasan execution by a US Army firing squad, the Pentagon announced, moving the Fort Hood gunman closer to becoming the first person executed by the US military since 1961. The Army secretary will determine when and where the sentence is carried out. Fort Hood Trump approved the firing-squad execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the met

The US midterms impact can extend far beyond one election cycle. From 1866 and Reconstruction to the political waves of 1934, 1966, 1994 and 2010, midterm voters repeatedly changed control of Congress, strengthened or weakened presidents and redirected American politics. Why US midterm elections can change the course of American politics US midterm elections take place halfway through a president’s four-year term, but their importance re