The Election Commission has scheduled polling for the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly by-elections on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, with counting on Friday, October 9. The contests in Tamil Nadu will provide an early electoral assessment of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s government after its first 100 days in office. Vijay Government Faces Its First Major Electoral Test Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s go

Police responded to gunfire inside a downtown apartment building. Two victims and the suspected shooter died, while six others were injured, including three Minneapolis police officers who were reported stable. Two people were killed and six others were injured in a shooting at a downtown Minneapolis apartment building on Wednesday afternoon, according to authorities. The suspected shooter was also found dead, bringing th

Raghav Chadha alleged that he was wrongly marked “shifted” in Punjab’s draft voter roll. AAP denied state government involvement and questioned his Punjab residence, while Chadha said he was using the claims-and-objections process. BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has alleged political vendetta after his voter registration in Mohali was classified as “shifted” during the Special Intensive Revision of Punjab’s

US forces struck two Iranian launchers near the Strait of Hormuz before Iran retaliated against American military sites in Jordan. US-Iran conflict resumes after month-long military lull Direct fighting between the United States and Iran resumed on Sunday after a pause of nearly one month, renewing concerns about a wider Middle East escalation and disruption to global energy supplies. US forces struck two launchers operated by Iran’s Is

At least 472 people have died across Nepal and Tibet, while an operation is underway to rescue 100 people trapped in a hydropower tunnel. Death toll rises as search expands downstream The death toll from the catastrophic Himalayan flash floods has reached at least 472 across Nepal and China’s Tibet region, with 469 deaths confirmed in Nepal and three in Tibet. Nepalese authorities reporte

Nearly 100 people died and more than 750 remained missing after a Tibet-origin flash flood devastated several districts in Nepal on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The missing included 133 Indian nationals as rescue teams searched damaged towns along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers. Nepal Flash Flood Leaves Nearly 100 Dead, 133 Indians Missing Nearly 100 people were reported dead and more than 750 remained miss

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is giving renewed attention to drinking-water infrastructure in Pulivendula and nearby parts of YSR Kadapa district, with the long-pending mega water grid project emerging as a key focus. The initiative is being pursued under the Jal Jeevan Mission-Amravaani Watershed programme, with the stated aim of accelerating works meant to offer a lasting solution to water-supply concerns in the region. Pawan Kalyan Pulivendul

Jaipur, Rajasthan — Kaziah Lix Mejo was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 after a grand finale featuring 52 finalists. Miss Universe India 2026 Crowns Kaziah Lix Mejo In Jaipur Kaziah Lix Mejo has been crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at the pageant’s grand finale in Jaipur. The victory gives her the opportunity to represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition, which is scheduled to be hel

A Russian missile strike hit ArcelorMittal’s sprawling mining and steel complex in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, killing two people and injuring 14 others as another wave of attacks struck targets across the country. The facility is Ukraine’s largest steel plant and one of the country’s most important industrial assets. The attack damaged key infrastructure at the plant and forced the company to partially halt production. The latest escalation came as Ukraine also intensified long-rang

Houthi missile and drone attacks have killed at least 58 Saudi-backed Yemeni government troops and injured dozens in one of Yemen’s deadliest days of fighting since 2022. The escalation also crossed into Saudi Arabia, where 11 civilians were reportedly wounded in attacks on the southern Najran region. Houthi Attacks Kill 58 Yemeni Government Troops At least 58 troops belonging to Yemen’s internationa

Heavy rain and flooding across Kerala have reportedly claimed 15 lives, while seven people remain missing. With more rainfall, strong winds and rough seas forecast, rescue teams are continuing relief operations as over 11,000 displaced residents shelter in camps. Rain-Related Death Toll Rises Across Kerala Kerala continues to face severe disruption from persistent monsoon rain, flooding and related

The CAT 2026 application window is now open for students seeking admission to MBA and management programmes at IIMs and other leading business schools. Organized by IIM Indore, the examination will be conducted on November 29. Candidates are encouraged to review eligibility requirements, understand the exam format, and submit their applications before the September 15 deadline.   Students aspiring to secure admission to top m

Steps NRIs Must Follow to Claim Inherited Investments The NRI inherited shares, and the mutual fund claim process can be delayed by missing nominations, incomplete KYC or document mismatches. NRIs should identify every investment, verify the nominee, and prepare properly authenticated documents before approaching the relevant institution. NRI Inherited Shares and Mutual Funds: How to Claim in India

Documents Needed After Changing Jobs Taxpayers who changed jobs during FY 2025-26 must combine salary and TDS details from every employer. They should also verify AIS and Form 26AS and collect records related to bank interest, rent, home loans and capital gains before filing their return. Changed Jobs This Year? Keep These Papers Ready for ITR Filing New Delhi, July 28, 2026: ITR filing after a job change in

Multiple Missing Reports Put Bhopal Police on Alert Ten people, including two minors, were reported missing from different parts of Bhopal within 24 hours. Police teams are reviewing CCTV footage, mobile locations, and call records while checking railway stations, bus stands, and other public places. Bhopal Police Search for 10 Missing People Across City The Bhopal police search for miss