October 2026
World
Russia-Ukraine-U.S. Peace Talks Planned to Resume in November in Abu Dhabi
Russia, Ukraine and the United States are planning to resume peace talks in Abu Dhabi in November, following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff in Saint Petersburg.
Business
Sprite Genix Introduces Genix, Its New Robotic Tiger Brand Mascot
Sprite Genix introduces Genix, a robotic tiger mascot representing creativity, innovation and confidence, as the agency develops its brand identity.
National
China Border Face-Off Continues at Multiple Arunachal Locations: ITBP Chief
ITBP chief Shatrujeet Kapur says face-offs with Chinese troops continue at multiple locations along the Arunachal Pradesh border, highlighting the growing importance of drones and underground shelters in modern warfare.
National
India Calls for UN Security Council Reforms, Citing Global Conflict Challenges
India has called for reforms to the UN Security Council, arguing that its outdated representation and struggles to resolve major conflicts are undermining its legitimacy and global authority.
National
RTI Reveals Cabinet Secretariat Copied CEC on Election Commissioners’ Letters
An RTI response reveals that the Cabinet Secretariat acknowledged letters from Election Commissioners S.S. Sandhu and Vivek Joshi about an official’s functioning and copied CEC Gyanesh Kumar for information.
National
Scientists Urge Election Commission to Scrap SIR Electoral Roll Revision
Independent scientists and academics have urged the Election Commission and the government to scrap the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and restore eligible voters allegedly excluded from the lists.
Entertainment
Ravleen Varghese Makes Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Debut in 2026
Kerala-born model Ravleen Varghese makes her Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show debut at 25, stepping onto the runway in two distinct looks.
Entertainment
Rani Mukerji’s Metallic Grey Saree Look at Sabyasachi’s Diwali Reception
Rani Mukerji stuns in a metallic grey satin saree, bold statement glasses and a matching blouse at Sabyasachi’s Diwali reception in New York.
Entertainment
Sita Sings the Blues: The Feminist Ramayana That Sparked Protests
Discover how Nina Paley’s 2008 animated film Sita Sings the Blues retold the Ramayana through a feminist lens and sparked protests from Hindu groups
Entertainment
Tom Cruise to Receive 52nd AFI Life Achievement Award in 2027
Tom Cruise will receive the 52nd AFI Life Achievement Award on April 24, 2027, honouring his decades-long contribution to cinema as an actor and producer.