INDIA
‘We’ll throw Waqf Act in dustbin if…’: Tejashwi Yadav calls BJP ‘Bharat Jalao Party’ in fiery Bihar pitch
At a rally in Bihar’s Katihar, Tejashwi Yadav vowed to repeal the Waqf (Amendment) Act if the INDIA bloc comes to power, calling Nitish Kumar a BJP ally and accusing the NDA of spreading communal hate.
BUSINESS
Lenskart Q1 FY26: Profit rises to Rs 61 crore as revenue grows 25% ahead of IPO
Eyewear retailer posted a strong quarterly performance led by store expansion and international growth
BUSINESS
Lenskart files revised RHP to raise Rs 2,150 crore via fresh issue, trims OFS to 12.76 cr shares
The eyewear retailer’s updated filing details a sharper issue structure, revised utilisation of funds, and confirmed IPO timeline, as it gears up for one of the year’s biggest consumer internet listings.
INDIA
Tejashwi Yadav announces new poll sops: Pension for panchayat heads, Rs 50 lakh insurance coverage
Addressing the press in Patna, the chief ministerial nominee of the Mahagathbandhan said the latest promise should be seen as a continuum to his previous announcements -- a government job for every household without a job and offering permanent employment to the beneficiaries of Jeevika scheme.
BUSINESS
Gold rate on October 26: Check prices for 24K, 22K, 18K gold in your city today
In Mumbai, the prices stood at Rs 125,620 per 10 grams for 24K gold, Rs 115,150 for 22K gold and Rs 94,220 for 18K
INDIA
Justice Surya Kant: Next CJI, strong proponent of human enterprise in dispensing justice
Justice Surya Kant, born in the quaint town of Hisar, Haryana, emerged from humble beginnings to carve a illustrious career in the legal realm.
BUSINESS
The Tenant Diwali Special: From Mumbai Slums to Alibaug Villas: 2025 Recap
Join us this Diwali weekend as we recap the best moments of 2025 with The Tenant. From migration trends across cities like Mumbai, Pune, Noida, Gurgaon, and Delhi, to life lessons on buying vs renting, we explored unique homes, sky-high slum redevelopments, and inspiring journeys of people traveling hours for their family’s dreams. Plus, a peek into luxurious villas in Alibaug. Don’t miss this special lookback!
INDIA
Jharkhand News Live: Officials suspended after 5 children test HIV-positive following blood transfusions
INDIA
Bihar Elections 2025 Updates: People of Bihar will never return to pre-2005 anarchy, says CM Nitish Kumar
In an attempt to appeal to the minority communities ahead of polls, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Saturday accused opposition INDIA bloc leaders of treating the Muslim community as a “vote bank” by portraying themselves as their well-wishers.
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 bullet train hits astonishing speed in trial | 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.
