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National
Supreme Court to Hear Plea Seeking Suspension of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Supreme Court agreed to hear next week a plea seeking suspension of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of unilateral authority within the Election Commission of India
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Technology
Bose Returns to Wired Earphones With $99 ANC Model
Bose has launched its first wired earbuds in over a decade, featuring active noise cancellation, USB-C connectivity and a 4.2-foot cable.
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World
Christa Pike: First Tennessee Woman to Face Execution in 200 Years
Christa Pike, convicted of Colleen Slemmer’s 1995 murder, is set to be executed in Tennessee, becoming the state’s first woman executed in 200 years.
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Technology
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus, Ultra India Launch Soon
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus and Tab S12 Ultra are expected to launch in India soon, with upgraded performance, software and AI features.
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National
Rahul Gandhi: Only Congress Can Defeat BJP, PM Agreed
Rahul Gandhi told the CWC that only Congress can defeat BJP, citing PM Modi’s remark, while urging stronger push on the “vote chori” campaign.
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World
Jaishankar: India–China Ties Improve After Border Standoff Resolution
EAM Jaishankar said India–China ties improved after border standoff resolution, while stressing trade talks with the US and warning of energy, food, and terrorism challenges.
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Technology
Supreme Court Seeks Social Media Safeguards for Under-18s
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to examine statutory safeguards for minors on social media, including an 18-year minimum for platform membership.
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National
Smriti Irani Slams Congress Over Voter Roll Controversy
Smriti Irani accused Congress of undermining democracy by retaining deceased and duplicate voters in rolls, defending the Election Commission amid the ongoing SIR controversy.
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Business
Tata Sons Listing May Reshape Group’s Financial Strategy
S&P Global says a Tata Sons listing and leadership transition may gradually influence capital allocation, group support and financial strategy.
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Business
Ruias Plan $18 Billion Steel Venture in the US
Ruias are planning an ambitious US steel venture in Iowa, including a $15 billion plant targeting 10 million tonnes of annual production.
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Business
Reliance, Nayara Restrict Fuel Sales as Crude Prices Surge
Reliance and Nayara Energy have restricted fuel sales at some outlets as crude prices rise and Indian petrol and diesel prices remain unchanged.
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Business
India Explores China’s Hotan Route Amid Pakistan Airspace Ban
India is exploring alternative air routes through China’s Hotan region as Pakistan extends its airspace restrictions on Indian aircraft until October 24, 2026.
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Business
Why Electronic Gold Receipts Are Struggling to Attract Investors
Electronic Gold Receipts are struggling to gain investor interest in India due to low liquidity, 3% GST on physical redemption and conversion hurdles.
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Business
EverBrands India Files DRHP With SEBI for ₹600 Crore IPO
EverBrands India, Subway’s master franchisee in India, has filed its DRHP with SEBI for a ₹600 crore IPO to fund debt repayment and expansion.
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Business
Why Crypto Is Still Thriving Among Indian Investors in 2026
Crypto adoption remains strong in India despite high taxes and regulatory uncertainty, with younger investors and smaller cities driving continued participation.
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Business
India’s Quick-Commerce Sector Enters a Major Reset Phase
India’s quick-commerce sector is shifting from growth at all costs toward profitability, with Blinkit turning EBITDA positive while rivals work to improve unit economics.
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Business
Rupee Hits Two-Month Low, Ends at 95.98 Against Dollar
The Indian rupee touched a two-month low against the US dollar before recovering to close at 95.98, as crude oil prices remained elevated.
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Entertainment
Harry Potter Teaser Trailer: New Generation Returns to Hogwarts
The Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone teaser introduces Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter ahead of the HBO Max series premiere on December 25, 2026.
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Entertainment
Taylor Swift Announces The Life Of A Showgirl: The Encore
Taylor Swift has announced The Life Of A Showgirl: The Encore, an expanded edition featuring four new songs, arriving on September 25, 2026.
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Entertainment
Heart of the Beast Box Office: Brad Pitt Film Earns ₹4.25 Crore
Brad Pitt’s Heart of the Beast earned an estimated ₹4.25 crore in India during its first weekend, with collections rising strongly on Day 2 and Day 3.
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World
Cornell University Rape Case 2024 Reopened by Prosecutors
Prosecutors reopened Cornell’s 2024 fraternity rape case after a student alleged drugging and assault, with charges against seven members to be reviewed by a grand jury.
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Entertainment
The Paradise Box Office: Nani Film Earns ₹131 Crore Worldwide
The Paradise, starring Nani and Raghav Juyal, has earned around ₹131 crore worldwide after its extended opening weekend, including ₹103.25 crore in India.
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National
Congress CWC Demands Modi, Shah, CEC Resignation Ahead of INDIA Bloc Meet
ongress CWC demanded Modi, Shah, and CEC resignations over poll expose, accusing ECI of withholding data, ahead of INDIA bloc’s first strategy meet in Delhi.
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Entertainment
Bhushan Kumar Is Bollywood’s Richest Man With ₹36,300 Crore
Bhushan Kumar, T-Series chairman, has an estimated net worth of ₹36,300 crore, making him Bollywood’s wealthiest figure, according to Hurun India Rich List 2026.