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Lycee kicks off bicentenary celebrations in Puducherry

Lycee Francais International de Pondicherry launches bicentenary celebrations with dignitaries, performances, and a new MoU to boost Franco-Pondicherry educational ties.

Congress attempted to turn Supreme Court premises into protest site: BJP

The party accuses Rahul Gandhi and his allies of using “mob pressure to intimidate the judiciary”

Cabinet nod for raising annual family income limit for financial assistance from CMDRF

Cabinet approves raising CMDRF income limit to ₹3 lakh and increases sanction amounts, plus draft Kerala State Data Policy 2026.

Man gets 47 years’ rigorous imprisonment in POCSO case in Malappuram

Court directs District Legal Services Authority to provide additional compensation under the victim compensation scheme

Animal rescues keep firefighters busy; snakes top calls

A snake curled up in a kitchen, a cow trapped in a well, a dog stranded in a drain or a swarm of honeybees hanging over a house — these are the routine emergency calls for Tamil Nadu’s firefighters who now increasingly spend more time rescuing animals than humans. Snakes account for the overwhelming majority of calls.

CM cites hurdles in Kannur airport runway expansion plan

Land acquisition notification issued in 2017, but process yet to begin; affected residents reject rehabilitation package, demand original package or ₹15 lakh; proposed acquisition of 99.3235 hectares in Keezhallur under review over site’s unsuitability for runway expansion

Lokesh outlines State’s strategy to become leading destination

Speed, service and stability are the core principles, says the HRD Minister, adding that focus is on converting investment commitments into projects, jobs and long-term economic growth

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to launch Fleet Support Vessel for Navy in Vizag on October 6

Ministry of Defence signed a ₹19,000-crore contract with Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam in 2023 to build five indigenous 45,000-tonne Fleet Support Ships

Korea to explore business opportunities in Karnataka sectors

Enthused by K-pop, K-dramas, Korean cosmetics, Korean products, Karnataka offers market access, talent and innovation partnerships to Korean delegation

Nine fishermen from Rameswaram held by SL Navy on poaching charge

Govt launches semiconductor scheme targeting full chip value chain, Semicon 2.0 projects

Tamil Nadu launches Semiconductor Ecosystem Scheme to boost full chip value chain, offering extra incentives for Semicon India 2.0 projects and strategic investments.

Sagardighi MLA Bayron Biswas sustains burn injuries after fire erupts at West Bengal residence

Several politicians, including Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari call for his speedy recovery

Panchayat elections in Rajasthan to be held in four phases from October 23

Elections would be held for members of 41 Zila Parishads, 457 Panchayat Samitis and 14,403 village panchayats following delimitation and reorganisation of Panchayati Raj institutions

Kharge writes to PM and HM

In his letter, Mr. Kharge said that Karnataka is staring at what could perhaps be the worst drought in 150 years and facing such a drought is impossible without adequate help from the Centre

Odisha Governor directs filling of teaching posts amid 70% vacancy in public universities

The recruitment process for vacant teaching posts should be initiated by the first week of November and complete it by the end of the month, said Hari Babu Kambhampati

Jammu-based Hindu group seeks ban on halal certification, says ‘limit it to willing populations, essential items only’

The Manch claimed that halal certification was no longer limited to meat

Goldsmith ends life outside women’s police station

Goldsmith Nataraj Achar dies by suicide outside Ramanagara Women’s Police Station amid domestic disputes; case registered, investigation ongoing.

Local body polls: Andhra Pradesh SEC appoints 28 IAS officers as general observers

Punetha highlights the importance of Poll Management App in sharing information on voter management, polling stations and election procedures

Raza Murad and Gajendra Chauhan support 'leave India' notice to Imran Khan - Report

In a recent protest, actors Raza Murad and Gajendra Chauhan commented on Imran Khan's involvement, urging the government to send him back to Pakistan by October 28. Murad condemned foreign interference in Indian matters and supported police actions, while Chauhan pointed out the legal limitations for Overseas Citizens of India. They warned of serious consequences for breaching residency terms. Read on.

Yemen claims over 700 Houthis killed after 1,250 strikes rained within 24 hours

Yemen armed forces reported conducting 1,250 targeting operations against Houthis in one day. These strikes coincided with Houthi attacks on Aden’s presidential palace, resulting in casualties. Houthi spokesperson denied claims of missile strikes towards Medina, asserting their innocence. Meanwhile, the Saudi-led coalition intercepted several missiles aimed at its territories amid ongoing tensions. Overall, hostilities between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia have intensified over recent months.

Stakeholders sensitised to food safety norms, licensing

A.P. Food Processing Industries’ Federation, A.P. Chambers of Commerce & Industry Federation organises stakeholder interaction programme under Reform Utsav-2026

Loop Road fishermen to hold black flag protest on Sunday

Fishermen along Loop Road plan peaceful black flag protests Sunday over Foreshore Estate plans, land returns, and new housing demands.

Congress names candidates for 3 Maharashtra MLC seats

Congress names candidates for three Maharashtra MLC seats, with nominations opening Oct 6 for Graduate and Teacher constituencies.

Experts discuss roadmap for quantum-resistant digital infrastructure

SRM University-AP hosts stakeholder consultation workshop on Post-Quantum Cryptography and Cybersecurity