INDIA
Father of Satara doctor who died by suicide seeks death penalty for those accused of rape and harassment
The young physician, posted at a sub-district hospital in Phaltan, was found hanging in a hotel room on Thursday night.
INDIA
How Sitaram Kesri's legacy has taken centre stage in BJP vs Congress in Bihar polls
Congress leaders, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, paid tributes to Kesri on his 25th death anniversary on Friday at the party's 24, Akbar Road headquarters in Delhi.
WORLD
China’s CR450 races past speed record, bullet train hits 896 km/h | Watch
While the CR450 hit 896 km/h in test conditions, it will cruise at a commercial speed of 400 km/h, about 50 km/h faster than China’s existing CR400 ‘Fuxing’ trains.
INDIA
'I Love Muhammad' slogan appear on temple walls in UP's Aligarh, police remove graffiti
Police said locals in Bulakgarhi and Bhagwanpur villages woke up to find the slogans sprayed or scribbled on four temple walls.
INDIA
PM Modi condoles death of Satish Shah, calls him 'true legend of Indian entertainment'
Expressing his deep sadness, PM Modi said Satish Shah will be remembered as a "true legend of Indian entertainment".
INDIA
Suspected Maoist allegedly involved in railway track IED blast killed in police encounter in Assam
The deceased has been identified as Apil Murmu alias Rohit Murmu (40), allegedly linked to multiple insurgent activities across Assam and Jharkhand, according to Kokrajhar SP Pushpraj Singh.
BUSINESS
Kotak Mahindra Bank sees stress in retail commercial vehicles lending segment, says CEO Ashok Vaswani
In the July-September quarter, advances of Commercial Vehicles and Commercial Equipment grew just 2 percent quarter-on-quarter to Rs 43,676 crore, while on a year-on-year basis, this segment grew 12 percent.
BUSINESS
Premature to talk on IDBI Bank, other deals, says Kotak Mahindra Bank CEO Ashok Vaswani
The divestment of IDBI Bank was announced in February 2021. However, the process was formally kick started on October 7, 2022, when DIPAM invited Expressions of Interest (EoI) for strategic divestment of IDBI Bank.
INDIA
Lucknow police arrest two men for allegedly abducting, drugging and gang-raping woman after offering lift
According to the press release, the Madiyaon police team arrested the two accused who allegedly forcibly made the victim sit in their car and gave her 'spiked' tea to drink.
BUSINESS
'Tariffs can’t slow India': IMF ups growth forecast to 6.6%, ahead of China’s 4.8%
The IMF has raised India’s FY26 growth forecast to 6.6 percent, citing strong early momentum that offsets tariff shocks. India will outpace China.
INDIA
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Noida International Airport at Jewar on October 30
In its initial stage, the airport will feature will have one operational runway capable of handling 1.2 crore passengers and 150 flights daily. As air traffic rises, a second runway will be introduced.
BUSINESS
Gold rate today on Oct 25 in India: Yellow metal breaks record rally in international bullion - Check 24K, 22K 18K rates across major cities - Full list
Gold rate on Oct 25 in India: Yellow metal breaks record rally in international bullion - Check 24K, 22K 18K rates across major cities - Full list
INDIA
Andhra bus fire tragedy sparks Telangana sweep: 54 violations found, one vehicle seized in Hyderabad
Telangana transport officials launched inspections after the Andhra bus fire tragedy, seizing one vehicle for rule violations including lack of fire extinguisher and unpaid tax.
INDIA
Passenger stuck 24 hours without water on overcrowded train; viral video sparks outrage at India’s rail ‘comfort’ claims
A viral video from Lucknow’s Charbagh station shows severe overcrowding on the Avadh Assam Express, sparking outrage online and raising questions about railway safety and commuter dignity.
PERSONAL-FINANCE
Are your credit cards really worth it? How to tell if the rewards beat the fees
Annual fees, cashback, points, and perks — here’s how to check if your cards are actually making you money or quietly costing you.
PERSONAL-FINANCE
Forex card vs credit card: How to spend smarter on foreign trips
A plain, practical guide to keeping fees low and rewards high when you travel.
BUSINESS
BNPL for everyday buyers: when to use it and when to skip
BNPL can help you manage expenses smoothly—only if you pay on time and read the fine print before you swipe.
BUSINESS
How to build a 750+ credit score in just a few months
You don’t need major changes — just a few smart, consistent habits every month can push your score upward.
BUSINESS
Kotak Bank Q2 results: Net profit falls 2.7% YoY, NII up 4% at Rs 7,311 crore
Net Advances increased 16 percent YoY to Rs 462,688 crore as at September 30, 2025 from Rs 399,522 crore as at September 30, 2024.
MUTUAL-FUNDS
Moneycontrol Mutual Fund Summit 2025: Where Purpose, Products, and Tech Shape the Future of Investing
INDIA
Raped by ‘relative’ four times: Disturbing details in Maharashtra doctor suicide case
In a written note on her palm, the doctor claimed she had been raped and mentally harassed for around four to five months at the hands of a police sub-inspector and a software engineer
INDIA
Kurnool tragedy: Documents reveal bus was illegally converted into sleeper coach, says report
The vehicle had reportedly been converted into a sleeper coach without the required authorisation and was operating across states under suspicious documentation
WORLD
After Doha calm, all eyes on Istanbul: Will Pakistan and Afghanistan finally lock down a peace plan?
Pakistan and Afghanistan meet in Istanbul for the second round of talks to develop a verifiable mechanism against cross-border terrorism and stabilise the volatile border.
BUSINESS
Rising gold prices spark record jewellery exchanges this festive season: Report
For Tata-owned Tanishq, exchanges are expected to account for nearly half of total sales value on Dhanteras this year, compared with about 35% a year ago
