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Alia Bhatt looks ethereal in red saree as she steps out for Durga Puja - see pics

The entire B-town is celebrating the Durga Puja festival with much fervour as our Bollywood stars are stepping out to seek blessing from Goddess Durga. In Mumbai, the most visited Durga Pandal is North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, which is organised by Bollywood actress Rani and Kajol's family.

India expels 6 Canadian diplomats, hours after recalling its high commissioner to Ottawa

The Indian government has ordered six Canadian diplomats to leave the country, according to a circular issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday (Oct 14) evening.

BREAKING: NASA's Probe Begins Journey to Jupiter's Icy Moon Europa

NASA has successfully launched a $5.2 billion probe, the Europa Clipper, on a 1.8 billion-mile journey to Jupiter and its icy moon Europa. Watch for more details!

Goldman Sachs Raises China's GDP Forecast Amid Challenges

China's consumer inflation unexpectedly eased in September, raising concerns about the country's economic recovery. This comes as Goldman Sachs raised china's growth forecast citing stimulus boost.

US Presidential Election 2024: Intense Campaigns in Battleground Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania - the swing state, with its 19 electoral votes, is critical to the campaigns of both Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. It's also a state with a law that prevents the early processing of mail-in ballots, which dragged out the state's count in 2020. Watch this report to know - Why Pennsylvania is critical in this election.

IMF Urges Turkey To Maintain Tight Policy

The International Monetary Fund has emphasized the need for Turkey to maintain a tight, data-driven monetary policy until inflation aligns with its target.

Women's T20 World Cup: India out after New Zealand crush Pakistan to book semis berth

New Zealand women beat Pakistan women by 54 runs in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match on Monday (Oct 14). With the win, NZ entered the semis alongside Australia from Group A while both India and Pakistan crashed out.

World Bank: 40% Of World's Poor Face Rising Debt, Economic Setbacks

A new World Bank report reveals that the 26 poorest countries, home to 40 percent of the world’s most impoverished people, are facing their highest debt levels since 2006. These nations, with annual per-capita incomes below $1,145, now carry an average debt-to-GDP ratio of 72%, an 18-year high.

Top 10 world news: India recalls top diplomats to Canada as ties collapse; EU sanctions Iran, and more

India on Monday (Oct 14) withdrew its High Commissioner, Sanjay Verma, and other targeted officials from Canada amid the ongoing bitter diplomatic standoff. The decision came after Canadian Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler, was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs as Ottawa linked Indian officials to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

NASA's Europa Clipper successfully lifts off to find alien life on Jupiter's moon

NASA on Monday (Oct 14) successfully launched its Europa Clipper mission aboard the powerful SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral in Florida for a five-and-a-half-year journey to Europa - one of Jupiter's many moons to find alien life.

Will US Consumers Spend Less During Holidays?

The predicted slowdown in holiday spending in the US Retailers, who are already struggling under the weight of rising costs and customers' penchant for bargain goods, are likely to take another hit this Halloween season as sales are projected to fall.

Chennai rain alert: Holidays for schools and colleges, WFH advised for this week

In light of the heavy to very heavy rainfall predicted over Chennai and its three adjoining districts for Tuesday, 15 October, the Tamil Nadu Government has declared a holiday for schools and colleges in these districts.

Omar Abdullah to be sworn in as Jammu & Kashmir chief minister on October 16

Omar Abdullah is set to be sworn in as the next chief minister of Jammu & Kashmir on October 16. The oath-taking ceremony will take place at 11:30 am. On Monday (Oct 14), Abdullah, representing the National Conference, shared on X a letter from Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inviting him to take the oath on that date.

South China Sea Tensions: Taiwan Reports Increased Chinese Naval Activity In Bashi Channel

Chinese Naval Maneuvers demonstrated their operational Readiness and escalated tensions in the Taiwan. Chinese Navy released a video showing their military capabilities and increased Naval activity near Taiwan with footage featuring military drills.

BREAKING: India Recalls High Commissioner To Canada, 'CA Govt Endangered Their Safety'

India announced its decision to withdraw its high commissioner and several "targeted" diplomats and officials from Canada in response to Ottawa's efforts to link them to an investigation into the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Atul Parchure, popular Marathi and Hindi film actor, dies after a long battle with cancer 

Popular Marathi actor Atul Parchure, who also acted in several Bollywood blockbusters, died on Monday at the age of 57. The actor was reportedly battling cancer for the past few years.

Ocean Economies Sink Amid Global Warming

Global warming is wreaking havoc on ocean economies, leaving coastal communities gasping for breath. Rising temperatures threaten tourism, fisheries, and vital ecosystems like coral reefs. With flooding and destructive storms on the rise, the economic tide is turning against us. Discover how these changes are reshaping our shores and what it means for our future...

NASA's Largest $5 Billion Probe To Jupiter's Moon In Search For Life

NASA has launched its largest-ever space probe, a $5 billion mission to explore Jupiter’s moon, Europa, in search of signs of life. The probe, equipped with advanced instruments, aims to study Europa’s icy surface and the potential ocean beneath, which scientists believe could harbor the necessary conditions for life. The mission will analyze the moon’s chemical composition, magnetic field, and geological activity to gather crucial data. This ambitious exploration marks a significant step in the search for extraterrestrial life within our solar system.

China reiterates stand of not renouncing 'use of force' to take Taiwan’s control as military drills end

China insisted on Monday it would never renounce the "use of force" to take control of Taiwan, after ending a day of military drills around the self-ruled island that Beijing said was a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces.