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Hindustan Times

October 2026

Drishyam 3 worldwide box office collection day 10: Ajay Devgn film beats Border 2's lifetime haul in just 10 days

The crime thriller, billed as the final instalment in the Drishyam franchise, has crossed the ₹450 crore mark worldwide within 10 days of its release

‘Yes, there was’: UK PM Andy Burnham says Russia ‘clearly’ interfered in 2016 Brexit vote

Andy Burnhamprime Minister
I asked the question coming to Downing Street, was there interference in the 2016 referendum from Russia? And I've had the clear answer that yes, there was,
I mean, these things are important now to put clearly on the record, and I believe, help voters in Germany and France understand that some of this politics is instigated via our enemies, namely Russia,
There is certainly misinformation, disinformation, that is emanating from Russia into German politics.”
Andy Burnhamprime Minister
You know he was saying to me that the AfD are clearly linked to Russia, funded I believe,

Russia-Ukraine War: Moment Russian Strike Hits Kharkiv Captured On Camera As Toll Rises

The attack was part of a wider wave of Russian strikes that killed six people across two Ukrainian cities

Tobey Maguire officiates ex-wife Jennifer Meyer’s wedding to billionaire heir days after divorce; Leonardo DiCaprio, Jeff Bezos attend

Tobey and Jennifer share two children, daughter Ruby Sweetheart, 19, and son Otis Tobias, 17, who were also present at the wedding

'Doors of SC open to all': CJI Surya Kant reveals why he isn't meeting Rahul Gandhi today

Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, Leaders of Opposition (LoPs) in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, respectively, had written to the CJI seeking a meeting with him between 4 and 5 pm on Monday to hand over a memorandum demanding an end to "vote chori", Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, halting of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, and switching back to the paper ballot format

Every citizen of India has the right to come to us. We will hear their problems in accordance with the law and ensure that they receive whatever relief they are entitled to,
I received the letter yesterday, so I replied to it last night. I have given some reasons in the letter on the basis of which I expressed my inability to meet him,
I would request you to ask him about the contents of that letter. I have maintained its confidentiality,
The doors of the Supreme Court are open to all. Anyone can approach us with a petition, whether an ordinary citizen or a member of an elected body,

International organisations condemn detention of journalists during Delhi protests, urge police to uphold press freedom

Thameen Al-KheetanuN Human Rights spokesperson
The Indian authorities should also ensure law enforcement forces exercise utmost restraint in response to peaceful protesters, consistent with the country’s democratic traditions and human rights obligations. All those arbitrarily detained must be immediately and unconditionally released,
Covering events of public interest is not a crime. It is their job. The police’s actions against the press are unacceptable,

Why China Doesn’t Want to Join the Ranks of the World’s Developed Countries

Philip Schellekensdoctoral candidate at the London School of Economics and Political Science
In terms of what it means for people,... there’s still a lot of inequality.”
Philip Schellekensdoctoral candidate at the London School of Economics and Political Science
It’s just amazing how China managed to climb up the income ladder so quickly,
Alicia García-Herrerospanish economist
I’m tempted to believe China will do its utmost not to be classified as a developed economy,
Xi Jinpingleader
China will always be a member of the Global South and the developing world,

Amitabh Bachchan's young fans almost breaks security chain to shake hands with him; Big B dismisses their request. Watch

While some internet users criticised Amitabh for not shaking hands with the girl, others felt she should not have breached security to approach him

Happy Birthday to my dearest Guru Ji @SrBachchan. Your love for cinema and the respect you bring to your craft have always been an inspiration to me. Beyond your towering achievements, it is your warmth and humility that make you so special. Wishing you good health, endless happiness and many more memorable years doing what you love. With all my love and respect, Sir!"
Salman Khanindian actor and producer (born 1965)
He could have just shook hands with her, she came with a lot of hope."... this is the difference between Bachchan and Salman."... there was no need to do that."... What's wrong with these people? He is a human being not an alien."

Sensex, Nifty open higher as oil eases and RBI moves to support rupee

Rupee jumped 94 paise to 95.77 against US dollar in early trade

The recent rebound after an eight-week losing streak is encouraging, but not sufficient to confirm a sustained recovery, and at this stage, it appears more like a relief rally,
Market needs stronger price action and supportive macroeconomic developments to establish a durable uptrend,

Farah Khan hits back after Cyrus Broacha called her cook, Dilip a ‘fraud, overrated’

Cyrus Broachacomedian
I don't like that guy. He irritates me. He is like acting all the time now. The first couple of times he was nice; otherwise, he looks like a fraud to me. I think Farah feeds him the lines, and then he says whatever he wants. Sometimes I feel his heart is not in it. He is overrated."
You are the only person in the world who doesn't like Dilip. Dilip is lovable and sweet."
Farah Khanfilmmaker and choreographer
Make an episode with him. Let's see what Dilip has to say."... if Cyrus joins you...everyone will stop watching for sure."... No Cyrus, you are not eligible. No one can replace Dilip."... Are you mad or what? You should have taken a stand for Dilip."