MS Krsna’s leap from the indie circuit to a song in Rajinikanth’s much-watched 'Jailer 2' marks a significant career breakthrough and a reminder of how Tamil cinema continues to absorb fresh musical voices. The collaboration places the singer in the orbit of star composer Anirudh Ravichander and one of Indian cinema’s most powerful commercial franchises.
The Lyngdoh Committee report, issued on May 23, 2006 under former Chief Election Commissioner J.M. Lyngdoh, remains a touchstone in debates over student politics and campus democracy. Its core warning was that party-linked student organisations can turn university elections into proxy battles, polarise campuses, and weaken the educational purpose of student representation.
A new fusion theatre production, Ghat Ghat Baje Naad, premiered in Delhi under the aegis of the Dara Shikoh Centre and the Temple of Understanding Foundation of India, presenting a contemplative journey through faith, identity, and the search for meaning. Directed by veteran theatre-maker MK Raina, the work combines music, puppetry, and dance to interpret spiritual texts through a contemporary performance language.
Indian banks are seeing a sharp rise in corporate working-capital demand as the West Asia conflict disrupts supply chains, raises raw-material costs and extends shipping timelines. Mid- and large-sized companies are reporting a 12-20% increase in funding needs, while several private sector lenders have posted strong corporate loan growth in the latest quarter, driven largely by working capital and refinancing.
Punjab seized a crucial first-innings advantage over Hyderabad after Vihaan produced a decisive four-wicket haul in a tightly contested Ranji Trophy encounter. The spell shifted momentum at a key stage, leaving Punjab in control as the match moved into its next phase.
The Aam Aadmi Party on Monday accused the Delhi Jal Board of corruption in the procurement and deployment of anti-frothing measures on the Yamuna, claiming that equipment and chemical tanks had already been installed before any public explanation was offered. Delhi AAP president Saurabh Bharadwaj said a container marked "Defoamer Stock" indicated that the spraying system was pre-arranged, raising questions over transparency, contracting, and the use of public funds.
Indira IVF is in discussions to acquire Sabine Hospital and Research Centre in a transaction valued at about ₹1,200-1,300 crore, according to people familiar with the matter. The proposed deal would expand Indira IVF’s footprint in fertility and maternal healthcare, particularly in Kerala, where Sabine operates two facilities.
A newly developed artificial intelligence model is emerging as a powerful aid in the long and exacting process of art attribution, according to a new research paper. The system is designed to help experts distinguish authentic Rembrandt works from forgeries, adding computational analysis to a field that has traditionally depended on trained eyes, technical imaging and deep historical knowledge.
The Mysuru City Corporation has signed an agreement with India Post to deliver birth and death certificates directly to residents’ homes, marking a notable shift toward doorstep civic services. The facility will cost ₹100 per certificate and is intended to reduce repeat visits to municipal offices while improving access and convenience for citizens across India through a scalable postal network.
About 60% of India’s irrigation pumps are now powered by solar energy, according to Corrit Energy and Infra CEO Mayur Misra, underscoring the rapid shift in farm energy use. He said only 88 lakh of the country’s roughly 3 crore pumps still run on diesel, while farmers are increasingly seeking to monetise surplus power through the PM-KUSUM scheme.
India’s economy has continued to post robust growth even as external shocks weighed on output, Reserve Bank of India Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta said, underscoring the country’s relative resilience in a volatile global environment. She added that if global conditions improve, India could see growth rise by another percentage point, while diversification across sectors and stable food supplies remain key buffers against risk.
Manisha Bhanwala has become only the third Indian woman to reach the final of the World Wrestling Championships after a composed and forceful win over Canada’s Laurence Beauregard. She stunned the bronze medallist by pinning her in the second period, a result that underlines India’s growing depth in women’s wrestling on the global stage.
Real Madrid have apologised to Chinese supporters after Kylian Mbappé referred to Mao Zedong as a “dictator” in remarks that triggered a swift backlash in China. Beijing said it had taken note of the apology, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun saying: “We take seriously the apology that the person has made.”
The government has sought to calm anxieties among IDBI Bank employees and pensioners as the proposed strategic sale to Fairfax advances, with the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management secretary saying their service conditions will remain unchanged. The assurance comes amid rising labour resistance, including a planned strike at IDBI branches in early November backed by the United Forum of Bank Unions.
Romano Benito Floriani Mussolini, the great-grandson of former Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, has scored his first goal for Lazio, a milestone that instantly drew attention beyond the pitch. The defender’s breakthrough adds a new chapter to a career long shadowed by his surname, even as he continues to be judged primarily on footballing merit.
Capcom’s Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen arrives as a substantial expansion that meaningfully broadens the game’s scope while addressing several of the original release’s rough edges. With a new area to explore and a slate of gameplay refinements, the update positions the fantasy action-RPG as a far more complete and confident experience.
Indian banks are increasingly viewing geopolitical tensions and supply-chain disruptions as the main obstacles to private sector capital expenditure, according to a new survey. Lenders still expect industrial credit to expand by more than 9% in the coming months, with infrastructure and auto components emerging as key demand centres.
Investments in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors and defence are rising sharply, but bank and NBFC financing remains constrained, according to a new report. The funding mix is uneven across sectors, with AI and space largely reliant on equity, while lenders remain cautious because of technology risk, delayed payments and uncertain commercialisation timelines.
Former mayor Bhagyalakshmi has appealed directly to voters to give her another opportunity, framing her return bid as a test of public trust and continuity in local governance. The appeal signals an effort to convert her previous administrative experience into renewed political momentum as voters weigh performance, credibility, and delivery.
Bengaluru-built, San Francisco-headquartered CPA firm Inkle has acquired Finally’s bookkeeping division in an undisclosed all-cash deal, marking a significant expansion beyond its core startup clientele. The transaction lifts Inkle’s workforce to about 160 people across five countries and broadens its addressable market to include non-tech small businesses.
The star-studded world premiere of 'Ramayana' was held at the David Geffen Theatre of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, drawing lead cast members Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi to the United States ahead of the film’s theatrical release. The event signals the project’s ambition to position itself as a major pan-Indian spectacle with global-facing appeal.
Senior Telugu Desam Party leader Ajay Pratap has adopted an environmentally themed campaign in Tirupati, distributing saplings to voters while urging them to back party mayoral nominee J.B. Srinivas and corporator candidates. The initiative blends civic messaging with electoral outreach, positioning green symbolism as a visible part of the party’s local pitch.
A composed century from veteran opener Dhruv Shorey has placed Vidarbha in a strong position in their Ranji Trophy encounter, underlining the value of top-order stability in red-ball cricket. The innings gave Vidarbha control of the contest and left their opponents with a demanding task as the match moved into a decisive phase.
The European Central Bank has left interest rates unchanged, but its latest signal suggests policymakers are growing more uneasy about the inflation outlook as energy prices climb again. The decision comes as borrowing costs in France rise sharply, deepening concern over fiscal stability and the economic fallout from political turmoil.
Liverpool advanced to the Carabao Cup quarterfinals after a tense penalty shootout win over Chelsea, while Manchester City avoided an upset against Brighton in a nervy cup tie. The results set up Liverpool against Bournemouth and City against Bradford City, underscoring how the competition continues to test Premier League depth and composure.
Traveltech startup Holiday Tribe is in discussions to raise around ₹50 crore, or roughly $5.2 million, in a new funding round, according to people familiar with the matter. RPSG Capital Ventures is among the investors in talks, underscoring continued interest in consumer travel platforms despite a more selective venture market.
The Union Cabinet has approved ₹7,396 crore for the PM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana through FY31, extending the Centre’s commitment to strengthening India’s panchayati raj institutions. The outlay will support capacity building, including training for elected representatives and officials across the three-tier local governance system, as the government seeks to deepen administrative capability at the village level.
Indian banks are still tapping the market for funds even as foreign currency non-resident deposit inflows have improved system liquidity, underscoring a sharp unevenness in how cash is distributed across the sector. The divergence suggests that while some lenders are awash with deposits, others are still relying on costlier market borrowing to bridge funding gaps.
Punjab National Bank has suspended 12 employees and lodged a complaint with the Central Bureau of Investigation after detecting alleged unauthorized fund transfers carried out using a branch manager’s password. Preliminary findings indicate that a female employee may have collaborated with outside parties in the transactions. The bank’s internal assessment suggests the loss is below ₹10 crore, countering inflated claims circulating online.
Flow Factory, an all-Malayali dance crew, is drawing attention in the United Kingdom with performances that fuse South Indian movement vocabulary with hip-hop precision. Through competition stages, charity showcases and youth festivals, the group is positioning regional Indian dance as a contemporary, cross-cultural performance language.
Its rise reflects a broader shift in diaspora arts, where identity, technique and audience appeal are increasingly converging on international platforms.
Darshana Jhaveri, who grew up in Mumbai, is being recognised for a seven-decade journey that helped bring Manipuri dance into wider public view long before it won broader national attention. Her career reflects both artistic conviction and the slow, uneven process by which classical forms from India’s Northeast entered the mainstream cultural imagination.
India’s sugar output is expected to fall to 27-29 million tonnes this year as drought and erratic rainfall hurt cane yields in Maharashtra and Karnataka, two of the country’s most important producing states. The tighter crop outlook is likely to keep domestic sugar prices firm over the next year and leaves next season’s production prospects dependent on weather recovery and planting decisions.
Bandhan Bank expects a roughly Rs 200 crore drag on income if proposed cuts to insurance commissions are implemented, according to managing director Partha Pratim Sengupta. The lender is preparing to recalibrate its business mix, with a sharper push into mutual fund distribution, while its limited exposure to drought-hit districts in Karnataka and Maharashtra offers some protection against broader asset-quality stress.
The Supreme Court has pressed for a regulatory framework that would require financial institutions to compensate victims of digital arrest scams when they fail in their due diligence obligations. The observation sharpens the legal and policy response to a fast-growing cyber fraud pattern that has exploited fear, urgency and weak verification systems across India.
An explosion at an explosives storage godown in Vellore damaged three vehicles and triggered an emergency response on Friday morning, according to initial reports. The incident has renewed scrutiny of storage safety, licensing compliance, and enforcement standards around hazardous materials in Tamil Nadu.
Indian equities are likely to begin the session on a subdued note after GIFT Nifty indicated a flat-to-soft start and Asian markets traded lower in early deals. The cautious tone reflects weak regional risk appetite, with investors awaiting fresh global cues on interest rates, bond yields, and the next leg of domestic earnings momentum.
The government will retain a 15% equity stake in IDBI Bank while Life Insurance Corporation will hold 19%, marking a significant step in the lender’s long-running disinvestment process. Both shareholders will withdraw their nominees from the bank’s board and transition into public shareholders, while the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has empowered the Alternative Mechanism to handle minority stake sales.
India’s public sector banks are stepping up artificial intelligence adoption and cyber resilience measures as part of the EASE₹ise 8.0 reform agenda, according to the latest annual report. The push is aimed at improving customer service, widening financial inclusion and hardening state-run lenders against rising digital and operational risks. The report also highlights work on climate-risk frameworks and accessibility upgrades for underserved groups.
Astranova Mobility’s lending subsidiary, Novafusion Capital, has secured Reserve Bank of India approval to operate as a non-banking financial company, giving the group a regulated platform to expand financing for India’s electric mobility transition. The company has set a target of Rs 5,000 crore in assets under management over the next five years, positioning credit as a key enabler for commercial EV adoption in a market it says will require about $100 billion in capital.
The Kerala High Court has quashed a cheating case against actor Nivin Pauly and filmmaker Abrid Shine after the parties reached an out-of-court settlement in a dispute linked to the proposed production of Action Hero Biju 2. The complaint had alleged that overseas rights were sold to another party without the complainant’s knowledge after an agreement to produce the film was entered into.
Jio Platforms is set to evolve from a pure-play telecom operator into a broader digital and connectivity platform, according to Dolat Capital, which has initiated coverage with an Accumulate rating and a target price of Rs 1,435. The brokerage said tariff hikes, 5G monetisation, home broadband expansion and enterprise digital services could support the company’s next leg of growth while improving free cash flow.
Nasdaq-listed Cognizant Technology Solutions is reportedly in discussions to invest in Indian AI unicorn Sarvam AI at a valuation of $3.5 billion to $4 billion, according to a media report. The potential transaction would underscore growing strategic interest from global IT services firms in homegrown artificial intelligence companies as enterprise demand for AI infrastructure and model development accelerates.
Virat Kohli has emerged as Agilitas Sports’ second-largest individual shareholder after the merger of his one8 brand with the company received approval from the National Company Law Tribunal. The transaction deepens Kohli’s financial and strategic exposure to the sportswear venture, which is positioning itself to build a global brand from India. Agilitas said the integration will strengthen product development and accelerate its ambitions across sportswear and mobility-linked athletic categories.
Usman Khawaja has once again drawn admiration, not merely for his cricketing quality but for the way he carries himself under scrutiny. In a sport often defined by numbers, his latest example of composure and principle has reinforced why he remains one of the most respected figures in modern cricket. The episode has resonated well beyond Australia, including among Indian fans who value players who combine performance with character.
The reopening of the Hasanamba temple in Karnataka has revived long-standing claims of divine “miracles,” drawing thousands of devotees and fresh public attention to a ritual that sits at the intersection of faith, local identity, and civic administration. While believers see the annual opening as proof of the deity’s power, the event also underscores how religious tradition continues to shape public life in India’s temple towns.
Interest rates on two-wheeler loans are not fixed by a single factor; they are shaped by a borrower’s credit profile, income stability, loan tenure, and the size of the down payment. For buyers, especially in India’s price-sensitive mobility market, understanding these variables can materially reduce borrowing costs and improve repayment planning.
India’s Abhishek Sharma has risen to the top of the ICC T20I batting rankings after a blistering run of form capped by a 113 off 38 balls in the third T20I on October 27. The explosive left-hander’s fourth T20I century powered India to a six-wicket victory and underlined his rapid emergence as one of the format’s most destructive batters.
State Bank of India has begun informing customers potentially affected by a recent cyber incident after cybersecurity agencies flagged possible data exposure. The bank says account balances and funds remain safe, while it investigates 3,897 records containing personal customer information identified in the review.
The government has prepared a major restructuring of India’s tax administration, including a revamp of the Central Board of Excise and Customs, as it moves to ensure a glitch-free nationwide rollout of the goods and services tax. The overhaul is aimed at aligning the bureaucracy with the demands of a unified indirect tax regime and reducing the risk of administrative bottlenecks during implementation.
Karnataka has secured the second position in the Centre’s Production Linked Incentive scheme for textiles, underscoring the state’s growing role in India’s manufacturing expansion. The ranking points to a deeper shift in textile investment toward states with stronger industrial ecosystems, skilled labour pools and export-oriented supply chains.
