New Team India selection panel announced, Pragyan Ojha named chief selector
The BCCI on Monday announced the revised Team India men's selection panel, naming ex-spinner Pragyan Ojha as chief selector following Ajit Agarkar's exit. Ojha will chair the committee based on seniority, having played the most Tests among its members. Former India spinner Ramesh Powar has joined the panel, which also includes Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh and Ajay Ratra.
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The BCCI on Monday announced the revised Team India men's selection panel, naming ex-spinner Pragyan Ojha as chief selector following Ajit Agarkar's exit. Ojha will chair the committee based on seniority, having played the most Tests among its members. Former India spinner Ramesh Powar has joined the panel, which also includes Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh and Ajay Ratra.
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PM Modi offers prayers to Maa Siddhidatri on Maha Navami
PM Narendra Modi took to X to extend Maha Navami greetings, offering prayers to Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth and final form of Goddess Durga. "On this sacred occasion, I pray at the feet of Maa Siddhidatri!" wrote PM Modi, adding, "May she bless all her devotees with the fulfillment of their resolves - this is my prayer."
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04:31 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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PM Narendra Modi took to X to extend Maha Navami greetings, offering prayers to Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth and final form of Goddess Durga. "On this sacred occasion, I pray at the feet of Maa Siddhidatri!" wrote PM Modi, adding, "May she bless all her devotees with the fulfillment of their resolves - this is my prayer."
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Pics show Navratri celebrations at temple in New York
The Indian-American diaspora celebrated Ashtami Puja and Durga Puja at the Hindu Temple of Tri-State in White Plains, New York State, on Sunday. People of all ages, including children and the elderly, were seen performing garba and dancing as singers sang traditional songs. Sharad Navratri began on October 11.
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The Indian-American diaspora celebrated Ashtami Puja and Durga Puja at the Hindu Temple of Tri-State in White Plains, New York State, on Sunday. People of all ages, including children and the elderly, were seen performing garba and dancing as singers sang traditional songs. Sharad Navratri began on October 11.
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Video shows 30-foot cockroach effigy set to be burnt alongside Raavan's in Delhi
A video showing a 30-foot cockroach effigy, which will be burnt alongside Raavan's effigy during Dussehra celebrations in Delhi's Pitampura, has surfaced. Shree Keshav Ram Leela Committee said the effigy symbolises filth and aims to promote cleanliness under Swachh Bharat campaign. Earlier, committee president and BJP MLA Ashok Goel denied any political motive amid Cockroach Janta Party protests.
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05:53 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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A video showing a 30-foot cockroach effigy, which will be burnt alongside Raavan's effigy during Dussehra celebrations in Delhi's Pitampura, has surfaced. Shree Keshav Ram Leela Committee said the effigy symbolises filth and aims to promote cleanliness under Swachh Bharat campaign. Earlier, committee president and BJP MLA Ashok Goel denied any political motive amid Cockroach Janta Party protests.
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UP CM Adityanath performs Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath Temple
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath Temple on Maha Navami on Monday. During the traditional ritual, he worshipped young girls as embodiments of Shakti and sought blessings for peace and prosperity. After the puja, he offered clothes, prasad and dakshina to the girls. The nine-day festival of Navaratri, is being celebrated across the country.
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath Temple on Maha Navami on Monday. During the traditional ritual, he worshipped young girls as embodiments of Shakti and sought blessings for peace and prosperity. After the puja, he offered clothes, prasad and dakshina to the girls. The nine-day festival of Navaratri, is being celebrated across the country.
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Minister slams Daler Mehndi for being drunk on stage in Uttarakhand; video goes viral
Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal confronted singer Daler Mehndi on stage during a live performance in Tehri over alleged alcohol consumption. Uniyal said, "There's a Durga Mata programme for Navratri, and you're singing...after drinking alcohol." "We called you so...our people could be entertained. Aap bewakoof bana rahe hain humein...You can’t even speak properly...how'll you sing?" he asked.
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06:17 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal confronted singer Daler Mehndi on stage during a live performance in Tehri over alleged alcohol consumption. Uniyal said, "There's a Durga Mata programme for Navratri, and you're singing...after drinking alcohol." "We called you so...our people could be entertained. Aap bewakoof bana rahe hain humein...You can’t even speak properly...how'll you sing?" he asked.
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Bihar student paints Durga Puja pandal in 22 hrs after artists don't show up
Neha, an art student at Bihar's Patna Art College, painted an entire Durga Puja pandal in just 20-22 hours to help her brother after the hired artists didn't show up. They used an iron and plywood structure instead of traditional bamboo pandals and painted it with detailed motifs and murals. "Nothing stops a determined human!" a social media user said.
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06:32 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Neha, an art student at Bihar's Patna Art College, painted an entire Durga Puja pandal in just 20-22 hours to help her brother after the hired artists didn't show up. They used an iron and plywood structure instead of traditional bamboo pandals and painted it with detailed motifs and murals. "Nothing stops a determined human!" a social media user said.
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Neetu Kapoor washes granddaughter Raha's feet during Kanya Pujan
Neetu Kapoor celebrated Ashtami by hosting a traditional Kanya Pujan ceremony at her home, with granddaughter Raha Kapoor taking part in the ritual. Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt's daughter was honoured as a kanjak. Raha was seen sitting on a small grey stool as her grandmother washed her feet as part of the ceremony.
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Neetu Kapoor celebrated Ashtami by hosting a traditional Kanya Pujan ceremony at her home, with granddaughter Raha Kapoor taking part in the ritual. Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt's daughter was honoured as a kanjak. Raha was seen sitting on a small grey stool as her grandmother washed her feet as part of the ceremony.
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Gold gets cheaper in India ahead of Dussehra
The price of gold fell in India, making the precious metal cheaper ahead of Dussehra, which will be celebrated on Tuesday. Gold prices fell by ₹482 to hit ₹1,45,944 per 10 grams on Monday, a day after they broke a four-day losing streak. Silver also got cheaper on Monday, falling by ₹2,168 to hit ₹2,08,750 per kilogram.
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07:26 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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The price of gold fell in India, making the precious metal cheaper ahead of Dussehra, which will be celebrated on Tuesday. Gold prices fell by ₹482 to hit ₹1,45,944 per 10 grams on Monday, a day after they broke a four-day losing streak. Silver also got cheaper on Monday, falling by ₹2,168 to hit ₹2,08,750 per kilogram.
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AI humanoid robot performs aarti on Ayudha Puja in TN, video surfaces
An AI-enabled humanoid robot performed aarti during Ayudha Puja in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore, with a video of the act surfacing online. The robot lit camphor and offered incense to a deity during the celebration. Ayudha Puja, which is observed on Maha Navami, involves worshipping vehicles, tools, and instruments to seek blessings for safety and prosperity during the Navaratri festival.
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07:53 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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An AI-enabled humanoid robot performed aarti during Ayudha Puja in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore, with a video of the act surfacing online. The robot lit camphor and offered incense to a deity during the celebration. Ayudha Puja, which is observed on Maha Navami, involves worshipping vehicles, tools, and instruments to seek blessings for safety and prosperity during the Navaratri festival.
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TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee cries bitterly while praying during Navratri, video goes viral
A video showed TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee crying bitterly as he got emotional while praying in front of Maa Durga's idol during Navratri in West Bengal. He performed aarti, offered flowers and raised his hands in prayer to Goddess Durga. Several other devotees were seen offering prayers alongside Kalyan Banerjee. Navratri's last day, 'navami', is being observed on October 19.
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A video showed TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee crying bitterly as he got emotional while praying in front of Maa Durga's idol during Navratri in West Bengal. He performed aarti, offered flowers and raised his hands in prayer to Goddess Durga. Several other devotees were seen offering prayers alongside Kalyan Banerjee. Navratri's last day, 'navami', is being observed on October 19.
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Reliance sees 'rarest of rare' F&O bets of unknown nature ahead of Jio's historic IPO: Report
Two traders have built unusually large F&O bets on Reliance Industries shares in a development that analysts have called "rarest of the rare", Mint reported. In the build-up to Reliance subsidiary Jio's historic IPO, the two traders purchased bets of unknown nature that exceeded 3% each of Reliance's marketwide position limit. Analysts believe the traders are betting on a rebound.
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Two traders have built unusually large F&O bets on Reliance Industries shares in a development that analysts have called "rarest of the rare", Mint reported. In the build-up to Reliance subsidiary Jio's historic IPO, the two traders purchased bets of unknown nature that exceeded 3% each of Reliance's marketwide position limit. Analysts believe the traders are betting on a rebound.
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Why do artisans paint Goddess Durga idols' eyes last for Durga Puja?
Artisans paint the eyes of Goddess Durga’s idols last for Durga Puja in a ritual known as Chokkhudaan, which translates to the offering or bestowing of eyes. The ritual symbolises bringing goddess to life and invoking her presence in the idol. Traditionally, the eyes are painted on the morning of Mahalaya, the official dawn of the Puja season, TOI reported.
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Artisans paint the eyes of Goddess Durga’s idols last for Durga Puja in a ritual known as Chokkhudaan, which translates to the offering or bestowing of eyes. The ritual symbolises bringing goddess to life and invoking her presence in the idol. Traditionally, the eyes are painted on the morning of Mahalaya, the official dawn of the Puja season, TOI reported.
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Why has one WB family worshipped only Goddess Durga's face for 450 yrs?
The Ray family in Gomai village of West Bengal's Ketugram has worshipped only Goddess Durga's face instead of a complete idol for around 450 years. According to local legends, the tradition began after the idol broke and the family's ancestor, Gobinda Ray, received divine instructions in a dream. On the day of immersion, the face is carried around the village.
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The Ray family in Gomai village of West Bengal's Ketugram has worshipped only Goddess Durga's face instead of a complete idol for around 450 years. According to local legends, the tradition began after the idol broke and the family's ancestor, Gobinda Ray, received divine instructions in a dream. On the day of immersion, the face is carried around the village.
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Ravi Kishan plays Lord Ram in 'Ayodhya Ki Ramleela', video shows his look
A video has surfaced online showing BJP MP and actor Ravi Kishan's look as Lord Ram for 'Ayodhya Ki Ramleela'. Calling it his first time playing Lord Ram's role, Kishan said, "I urge the youth to read about Lord Ram, Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva." He added that he had previously played Parshuram, Kevat and Mata Sita as a child.
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10:30 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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A video has surfaced online showing BJP MP and actor Ravi Kishan's look as Lord Ram for 'Ayodhya Ki Ramleela'. Calling it his first time playing Lord Ram's role, Kishan said, "I urge the youth to read about Lord Ram, Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva." He added that he had previously played Parshuram, Kevat and Mata Sita as a child.
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Village in MP offers special prayers for Ravan, calls him 'Ravan Baba'
A village named Ravan village in Madhya Pradesh’s Nateran tehsil offers special prayers to the King of Lanka, Ravana, and affectionately calls him 'Ravan Baba'. Villagers don't burn Ravana's effigy but worship him as their presiding deity at an ancient Parmar-era temple housing a 12-foot reclining idol of Ravana. Some villagers also have tattoos of Ravana’s name on their bodies.
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10:23 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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A village named Ravan village in Madhya Pradesh’s Nateran tehsil offers special prayers to the King of Lanka, Ravana, and affectionately calls him 'Ravan Baba'. Villagers don't burn Ravana's effigy but worship him as their presiding deity at an ancient Parmar-era temple housing a 12-foot reclining idol of Ravana. Some villagers also have tattoos of Ravana’s name on their bodies.
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Justin Bieber's ex-girlfriend and Australian model Sahara Ray passes away at 34
Australian model and swimwear designer Sahara Ray, who once dated singer Justin Bieber, has passed away aged 34. "She passed away last night surrounded by family at the hospital. She was so loved," her family told TMZ. Ray founded swimwear brand Sahara Ray Swim. In 2024, Ray revealed she was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome.
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11:30 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Australian model and swimwear designer Sahara Ray, who once dated singer Justin Bieber, has passed away aged 34. "She passed away last night surrounded by family at the hospital. She was so loved," her family told TMZ. Ray founded swimwear brand Sahara Ray Swim. In 2024, Ray revealed she was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome.
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Why do people in Maharashtra exchange Apta leaves as 'gold' on Dussehra?
People in Maharashtra exchange Apta leaves on Dussehra as symbols of wealth and good fortune. The tradition traces back to tale of Kautsa, who insisted on offering gurudakshina after completing studies under sage Varatantu. When sage asked for 14 crore gold coins, Kautsa approached Ayodhya’s King Raghu for help, who sought Kubera’s assistance. Kubera showered gold coins on Apta tree.
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People in Maharashtra exchange Apta leaves on Dussehra as symbols of wealth and good fortune. The tradition traces back to tale of Kautsa, who insisted on offering gurudakshina after completing studies under sage Varatantu. When sage asked for 14 crore gold coins, Kautsa approached Ayodhya’s King Raghu for help, who sought Kubera’s assistance. Kubera showered gold coins on Apta tree.
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Govt alerts against 'Prime Minister' WhatsApp scams, issues '+92' warning
The Centre warned against 'Prime Minister', 'Chief Minister', and 'public figure' scams operating on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. It said scammers impersonate public figures to cheat by promoting fake welfare schemes, promising financial assistance and offering cashback rewards. The Centre urged people to verify welfare schemes and payment requests and warned against calls from '+92' numbers.
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The Centre warned against 'Prime Minister', 'Chief Minister', and 'public figure' scams operating on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. It said scammers impersonate public figures to cheat by promoting fake welfare schemes, promising financial assistance and offering cashback rewards. The Centre urged people to verify welfare schemes and payment requests and warned against calls from '+92' numbers.
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Apple announces new event next week, hints at first touchscreen MacBook
Apple will host a new 'Pro and Tell' event on October 28 in Los Angeles. The event's teaser video looked like a finger touching a display and drawing Apple's logo on it, hinting at the launch of Apple's first touchscreen MacBook, as per Bloomberg. Apple may also introduce a new low-end M6 chip-powered MacBook Pro and a revamped iPad mini.
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Apple will host a new 'Pro and Tell' event on October 28 in Los Angeles. The event's teaser video looked like a finger touching a display and drawing Apple's logo on it, hinting at the launch of Apple's first touchscreen MacBook, as per Bloomberg. Apple may also introduce a new low-end M6 chip-powered MacBook Pro and a revamped iPad mini.
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