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Hindustan Times

October 2026

‘Deeply grieved’: Jaishankar assures all assistance to family of Indian killed in Riyadh attack

It is learnt that one Indian national injured in the Riyadh attack has unfortunately lost his life today. We convey our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased. We are in touch with the family and will provide all support for ensuring the early repatriation of mortal remains,

‘Detain, deport foreign citizen Imran Khan': BJP leader Kirit Somaiya writes to Mumbai Police after actor joins protest

I don't have demands. I am here as a citizen, as a person who lives in this city. I am here to see why freedom of movement is being restricted. Why are people's voices being suppressed? That is why I am here,

Tornado in Fayetteville, NC? Latest radar updates as warning continues for Cumberland County

Radar indicated rotation in a storm moving through western Cumberland County, including the Fayetteville area

Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely."

US Military Delivers Relief Supplies After Panama Earthquake

US military personnel have joined Panamanian authorities in delivering emergency relief supplies by helicopter to areas affected by a magnitude 7.7 earthquake

Delhi-Chennai IndiGo flight diverted after smoke detected from ‘electronic device’: What rules say about carrying gadgets

We regret the inconvenience caused to our customers due to this unforeseen situation and are making all efforts to minimise it, including offering refreshments and sharing timely updates,
IndiGo flight 6E 6115, operating from Delhi to Chennai on October 11, 2026, was diverted to Hyderabad after smoke was detected from a customer’s personal electronic device,

CJP protests attempt to create anarchy in India, says Chirag Paswan

Chirag Paswanunion Minister
The reality is that the Congress has failed to realise that it has lost its footing and that people have lost faith in it. If the party genuinely believes that SIR is responsible for its electoral defeats, it should let all its elected representatives resign as a sign of protest because they have won under the same electoral system,

Aftermath Inside Riyadh Airport After Deadly Strike That Killed 12 and Injured Over 300

Saudi authorities suspended airport operations following the attack, while the Iran-backed Houthis claimed responsibility, according to reports

Trump announces Russia-Ukraine ‘energy ceasefire’; Zelensky says ‘news to me’

Donald Trumppresident
Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine,

Siliguri posters urging buys from Hindu-owned shops trigger political row

Sukanta Majumdareducation
They (the Manch) must have thought of something before doing this. We are not a part of it. However, it is always up to the people to decide which shops they will visit,
Asok Bhattacharyaminister
Putting up such posters is a crime in a secular, democratic nation. The administration should not only remove the posters but also arrest those behind this communal campaign,
I cannot believe that posters asking people to buy meat and even biryani only from shops owned by Hindus could ever appear in West Bengal,
Jagaran Manchthe Hindu
This is not a diktat but an appeal. If people support businesses run by Hindus, it will also impact the local economy.”

Nepal Issues Urgent Budhi Gandaki Flood Warning From Chumanuwmi to Trishuli Dobhan

Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has issued a flood warning after reporting a large flood surge in the Budhi Gandaki River from Chumanuwmi Rural Municipality-6

Nuclear war, AI-enabled bioweapons could wipe out humanity by 2100: Lancet report

The report identifies the weaponisation of AI, including its use in developing biological weapons, as a potential existential threat alongside nuclear conflict

We divided hundreds of potential threats (diseases, injuries, socioeconomic drivers, and other threats) into a pyramid of threats with four categories: threats with the potential to lead to human extinction by 2100, major catastrophic threats, major risks and causes, and the wider threat landscape (figure 1). Threats with extinction potential, which represent the first category of the pyramid, include nuclear conflict with nuclear famine and the malicious use of AI, including bioweapons development,

'We don't need your lessons, Rahul Gandhi': DMK slams Congress MP over his remarks on Tamil culture

Saravanan AnnaduraidMK spokesperson
There is no big difference between the BJP and Congress. Rahul Gandhi comes here and waxes eloquent... You did not even have the courtesy to name it in Tamil or a neutral language like English."
And you are coming and teaching us, taking lessons on protecting our cultural identity? We don't need your lessons, Mr. Rahul Gandhi. DMK is strong enough; DMK will not allow anybody to enter the state of Tamil Nadu who will destroy the culture and identity of the state of Tamil Nadu and its people,
It gives you the power to ask questions, to explore new things, new places, to imagine a new future, to imagine your own future, to imagine the future of your state, to imagine the future of your friends, your family, and most importantly, it gives you the ability to make choices,

‘Saving Private Gyan’: Vijay Varma lends his support for anti-CEC protests with sarcastic dig, Huma Qureshi says peaceful dissent is not a crime

He shared a photo of the Chief Election Commissioner with the words, "The face of free and fair election." Another tagline read, "Saving private gyan", a reference to the Hollywood classic Saving Private Ryan, starring Tom Hanks, which follows a mission to rescue an American paratrooper during World War II

Vijay Varmaactor
Happy to the see the forces joining together to save our national hero

PM Modi, CM Vijay unveil ₹13,000-crore projects, flag off Chennai Metro stretch

Narendra ModipM
Today marks, the auspicious beginning of Navratri. It is a holy occasion. I am in Tamil Nadu, the sacred land of Shakti alongside Shiva. Before, coming to this programme, I had the privilege of receiving the blessings of Lord Shiva at the Arulmigu Jalakandeshwar Temple,
It is a pleasure to be in Chennai with all of you. This is a historic day for Tamil Nadu. Today’s programme involves projects worth ₹13,000 crore. We are inaugurated many completed projects and laying foundations for new ones.”
Narendra ModipM
I take this opportunity to early approval for the Chennai Metro Rail Project Phase III coverning from airport to Kilambakkam, Poonamallee Sunguvarchatram and Koyambedu to Pattabiram to strengthen public transport and ensure comprehensive coverage.”
Narendra ModipM
Public transport plays a massive role in this. Public transport systems must be excellent as this increases the ease of living.”