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The Cockroach Janta Party has announced another protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Sunday, October 11, following Saturday’s extensive police restrictions and detentions. The party is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. CJP leader Ajinkya Shinde took charge of the mobilisation after founder Abhijeet Dipke and co-convenors Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained. Shinde announced plans for supporters to gather at 10 AM

The music of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge is receiving an international promotional push, with T-Series and B62 Studios campaigning for Grammy consideration across multiple categories. Composer Shashwat Sachdev’s work is central to the campaign, which includes the film’s soundtrack alongside individual tracks such as “Aari Aari,” “Phir Se” and “Jaiye Sajana.” The soundtrack has been listed for consideration under Best Compilation So

An attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed at least 12 people and injured 309, according to a Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation update. GACA said the victims included four Saudi citizens, two Bangladeshis and one person each from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Sudan. Some of those injured were in critical condition and were receiving treatment at several hospitals. The authority also reported property damage. Officials

Eight people, including two young children and a pregnant woman, were killed in a shooting at a home in Erie, Pennsylvania, before the suspected gunman took his own life, authorities said. Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah said the 45-year-old suspect was related to seven of the victims. The eighth victim was a friend of the pregnant woman. The killings occurred on Friday, October 9, with police outlining the investigation at a news conference the following day. Authorities have no

Andhra Pradesh Congress president YS Sharmila’s protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has brought fresh attention to the state’s opposition politics. On October 10, Sharmila demanded his resignation amid allegations concerning electoral roll revisions and the Election Commission’s functioning. Her participation in Vijayawada formed part of wider demonstrations seeking accountability from the election authorities. That Sharmila held a p

Sharad Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, October 11, in India and the USA, with celebrations culminating in Vijayadashami, or Dussehra, on Tuesday, October 20. The festival honours Goddess Durga and her nine manifestations, collectively known as the Navadurga. Ghatasthapana, also called Kalash Sthapana, marks the beginning of the devotional observances. Although the opening date is the same, important worship dates can differ between countries. D

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

Preparing for Navratri becomes easier when worship materials are organised before the celebrations begin. A category-wise shopping list helps families arrange the prayer space, prepare offerings and avoid searching for essential items just before aarti. The checklist supplied by Acharya Pandit Vishnu Sharma covers home worship, Ghatasthapana, bhog, fasting, Kanya Puja and havan. It is a planning reference rather than a requirement to purchase every item. Materi

Preparing Bathukamma at home is an opportunity to bring family members together through flowers, colour and traditional worship. The arrangement is built in circular layers that become smaller towards the top, creating a cone-shaped floral stack. Alongside the preparation, choosing comfortable festive clothing and using natural materials can make participation easier. This guide explains the flowers commonly used, the steps involved and practical tips for the f

Bathukamma is Telangana’s floral festival, celebrated through colourful flower arrangements, traditional songs and gatherings led predominantly by women. Dedicated to Goddess Gauri, a form of Parvati, it brings together devotion, nature and cultural traditions passed down through generations. In 2026, Bathukamma runs from Saturday, October 10, to Sunday, October 18. The celebrations begin with Engili Pula Bathukamma and conclude with Saddula

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

A routine flight turned into a memorable encounter for actor-politician Sarath Kumar when he unexpectedly met Rajinikanth while travelling from Bengaluru to Chennai. Sharing a photograph on X, Sarath Kumar described the meeting as a pleasant surprise and recalled the conversation they enjoyed during the journey. The two actors exchanged details about their work schedules in Mysore. Their interaction continued after landing in Chennai, where they took photographs with fans and

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

Actor Ram Charan has undergone a planned follow-up procedure for his wrist injury at Ganga Hospital in Coimbatore. According to a September 25 report, doctors removed his cast and the rods placed in his wrist during earlier treatment. He remains under medical supervision as he moves into the next stage of recovery. The follow-up procedure was performed by Dr Praveen under the supervision of Dr Rajasekaran and Dr Sabhapathi, the report said. Ram Charan had aggra

Four Telugu film stars feature in a reported 2026 ranking of India’s 10 wealthiest actors. Nagarjuna Akkineni takes second place, while Chiranjeevi, Venkatesh Daggubati and Ram Charan occupy the final three spots. Shah Rukh Khan leads the list with an estimated net worth of ₹10,000 crore. Nagarjuna follows at ₹5,000 crore, making him the highest-ranked Telugu actor in the ranking reported by Deccan Chronicle. The figures are estimates, however, and the re

Chennai, September 26, 2026: DMK president and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to “do some introspection” following Vijay’s campaign speech in Madurantakam on Friday. Responding to a series of allegations against the DMK, Stalin questioned Vijay’s record of speaking against the BJP and challenged his comments on women, a sexual assault case and the Karur tragedy.

Bengaluru, September 25, 2026: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has drawn criticism over a remark in the Assembly suggesting that around a dozen MLAs who moved to Bengaluru had married twice. BJP leaders have asked him to identify the legislators he was referring to, saying the comment has raised suspicion about others who relocated to the city. Shi