Canadian author Anne Carson wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature, gets ₹11.5 crore cash prize
The Nobel Prize in Literature has been awarded to 76-year-old Canadian author Anne Carson. She has been honoured “for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature". She will get a prize money of 12 million Swedish kronor (₹11.5 crore) for her win.
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The Nobel Prize in Literature has been awarded to 76-year-old Canadian author Anne Carson. She has been honoured “for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature". She will get a prize money of 12 million Swedish kronor (₹11.5 crore) for her win.
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India has cheapest data globally, 1 GB costs ₹8: Union Minister Scindia
Union Minister for Communication, Jyotiraditya Scindia, said India has the cheapest data capability globally, while speaking at the 10th Indian Mobile Congress on Thursday. He added that 1 GB costs only ₹8 in India and that the country has 550 million 5G users. Scindia further said the government's target is to increase 5G users to 1 billion by 2030.
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Union Minister for Communication, Jyotiraditya Scindia, said India has the cheapest data capability globally, while speaking at the 10th Indian Mobile Congress on Thursday. He added that 1 GB costs only ₹8 in India and that the country has 550 million 5G users. Scindia further said the government's target is to increase 5G users to 1 billion by 2030.
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India condemns Houthi attack on airports in Saudi Arabia
India's Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on Saudi Arabia's airports by Yemen's Houthi rebels which killed at least three people and injured around 36 others. "The targeting of civilian infrastructure is completely unacceptable. We express our deepest condolences to the families of those who have lost their loved ones. We wish speedy recovery for those injured," MEA added.
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India's Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on Saudi Arabia's airports by Yemen's Houthi rebels which killed at least three people and injured around 36 others. "The targeting of civilian infrastructure is completely unacceptable. We express our deepest condolences to the families of those who have lost their loved ones. We wish speedy recovery for those injured," MEA added.
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UK Navy sailor charged with spying for foreign power
Royal Navy sailor Able Seaman Teddy Young has been charged under National Security Act over alleged attempts to obtain protected information intended to benefit an unnamed foreign power. The alleged offences occurred between November 2024 and May 2025. The 24-year-old was arrested at his home and has been remanded in custody. Police clarified the case is unrelated to RAF Fairford.
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Royal Navy sailor Able Seaman Teddy Young has been charged under National Security Act over alleged attempts to obtain protected information intended to benefit an unnamed foreign power. The alleged offences occurred between November 2024 and May 2025. The 24-year-old was arrested at his home and has been remanded in custody. Police clarified the case is unrelated to RAF Fairford.
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Arunachal Pradesh to not be part of Vinoo Mankad Trophy over legal battle
Arunachal Pradesh will miss the Vinoo Mankad Trophy after an ongoing legal dispute left the state cricket association unable to form and prepare a team. An interim court stay has halted the Arunachal Cricket Association's functioning, with the BCCI unable to intervene while the matter remains sub judice. The crisis has also brought Arunachal's Ranji Trophy participation into doubt.
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05:23 pm Thursday, 08 October 2026
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Arunachal Pradesh will miss the Vinoo Mankad Trophy after an ongoing legal dispute left the state cricket association unable to form and prepare a team. An interim court stay has halted the Arunachal Cricket Association's functioning, with the BCCI unable to intervene while the matter remains sub judice. The crisis has also brought Arunachal's Ranji Trophy participation into doubt.
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EgyptAir pilot posts video of Israeli plane, uses ex-Egyptian Prez's 'eye for eye' speech audio
An EgyptAir pilot posted a video of an Israeli aircraft in Italy a day after anniversary of Egypt's 1973 Yom Kippu war against Israel. He used ex-Egyptian President Anwar Sadat's "An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, and violence for violence" speech as audio. This comes days after an Omani pilot tried crashing Israel-bound plane.
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An EgyptAir pilot posted a video of an Israeli aircraft in Italy a day after anniversary of Egypt's 1973 Yom Kippu war against Israel. He used ex-Egyptian President Anwar Sadat's "An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, and violence for violence" speech as audio. This comes days after an Omani pilot tried crashing Israel-bound plane.
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Not being allowed to protest: Rahul as Opposition reaches Rajghat for anti-CEC stir
As the Opposition leaders reached Rajghat to protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that those who hijacked the country will be punished. "Around 300 MPs from the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha want to hold a peaceful protest. For the last two days, we have not been allowed to protest," he stated.
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As the Opposition leaders reached Rajghat to protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that those who hijacked the country will be punished. "Around 300 MPs from the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha want to hold a peaceful protest. For the last two days, we have not been allowed to protest," he stated.
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Lionel Messi pens note after his farewell match, shares pics
Lionel Messi shared pictures and penned a note following his final international match against Benin. "Yesterday was my last match and I already miss wearing the sky blue and white," he wrote. The 39-year-old thanked his family, teammates, coaches and clubs, while remembering Diego Maradona. Messi also said he was certain he had made the right decision.
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Lionel Messi shared pictures and penned a note following his final international match against Benin. "Yesterday was my last match and I already miss wearing the sky blue and white," he wrote. The 39-year-old thanked his family, teammates, coaches and clubs, while remembering Diego Maradona. Messi also said he was certain he had made the right decision.
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Pakistan confirms deploying 15,000 troops in Saudi under Mecca Pact
Pakistan has confirmed its military personnel are deployed in Saudi Arabia under the Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey Mecca Defence Pact. Military spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said the forces are undertaking multiple responsibilities amid Houthi threats. Over 15,000 Pakistani troops, JF-17 jets, Turkish-origin drones and Chinese-made HQ-9 air-defence system are reportedly deployed.
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Pakistan has confirmed its military personnel are deployed in Saudi Arabia under the Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey Mecca Defence Pact. Military spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said the forces are undertaking multiple responsibilities amid Houthi threats. Over 15,000 Pakistani troops, JF-17 jets, Turkish-origin drones and Chinese-made HQ-9 air-defence system are reportedly deployed.
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1000 homes sold out in 48 hours: Prestige ParkLane
Prestige Group has launched 'Prestige Parklane' in Devanahalli, in the heart of North Bengaluru’s growing Airport Corridor. With access to Satellite Town Ring Road, Kempegowda International Airport and KIADB Defence & Aerospace ecosystem, it brings connectivity and contemporary living together. Spread across 11.76 acres, Prestige Parklane offers 1, 2 & 3 BHK homes, landscaped spaces and amenities.
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Prestige Group has launched 'Prestige Parklane' in Devanahalli, in the heart of North Bengaluru’s growing Airport Corridor. With access to Satellite Town Ring Road, Kempegowda International Airport and KIADB Defence & Aerospace ecosystem, it brings connectivity and contemporary living together. Spread across 11.76 acres, Prestige Parklane offers 1, 2 & 3 BHK homes, landscaped spaces and amenities.
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Car plunges into 10-foot-deep sinkhole as road caves in Chennai
A portion of Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR) near Tidel Park in Chennai caved in on Thursday. The sudden road collapse caused a car to plunge into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole, triggering panic among motorists and disrupting traffic movement. A man and a woman were inside the car when it fell into the sinkhole, but both passengers were safe, India Today reported.
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A portion of Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR) near Tidel Park in Chennai caved in on Thursday. The sudden road collapse caused a car to plunge into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole, triggering panic among motorists and disrupting traffic movement. A man and a woman were inside the car when it fell into the sinkhole, but both passengers were safe, India Today reported.
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What was Nana Patekar's real name and how did he get the nickname 'Nana'?
Veteran actor Nana Patekar's real name was Vishwanath Gajanan Patekar. In an interview with The Lallantop, he revealed that his mother's close friend, whom she considered a sister, affectionately called him 'Nana' during childhood. The nickname stuck, and Patekar later said the name appeared on his passport, Aadhaar card and other official documents, while his school friends called him 'Vishu'.
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Veteran actor Nana Patekar's real name was Vishwanath Gajanan Patekar. In an interview with The Lallantop, he revealed that his mother's close friend, whom she considered a sister, affectionately called him 'Nana' during childhood. The nickname stuck, and Patekar later said the name appeared on his passport, Aadhaar card and other official documents, while his school friends called him 'Vishu'.
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GST Council to consider rate changes only once a year: FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the GST Council will consider changes to tax rates only once a year. No rate changes were announced at the 57th GST Council meeting on Thursday. "The rate structure is settled, so the Council has turned to how the tax works day to day," Sitharaman said in a post-meeting press conference.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the GST Council will consider changes to tax rates only once a year. No rate changes were announced at the 57th GST Council meeting on Thursday. "The rate structure is settled, so the Council has turned to how the tax works day to day," Sitharaman said in a post-meeting press conference.
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Banks paying 3% IGST on gold imports since April 2026: Revenue Secretary
Banks have been paying 3% Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) on gold and precious metal imports since April 1, 2026, Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava said. The move aims to ensure tax parity on gold and other metal imports through different routes, he said. Banks were exempted from IGST on gold, silver and platinum imports in 2017.
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Banks have been paying 3% Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) on gold and precious metal imports since April 1, 2026, Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava said. The move aims to ensure tax parity on gold and other metal imports through different routes, he said. Banks were exempted from IGST on gold, silver and platinum imports in 2017.
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Which health cover should mid-30s people choose, ₹10 lakh, ₹1 crore or unlimited?
Choosing health insurance in one's mid-30s depends on family size, age, health needs, location and budget. Unlimited cover can remove the overall sum-insured ceiling, while a ₹1-crore plan may offer substantial protection at a lower premium, depending on the policy. Experts caution that even unlimited-cover policies can have room-rent limits, sub-limits, co-payments and standard exclusions.
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03:01 pm Thursday, 08 October 2026
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Choosing health insurance in one's mid-30s depends on family size, age, health needs, location and budget. Unlimited cover can remove the overall sum-insured ceiling, while a ₹1-crore plan may offer substantial protection at a lower premium, depending on the policy. Experts caution that even unlimited-cover policies can have room-rent limits, sub-limits, co-payments and standard exclusions.
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NPCI considers delaying UPI MDR fee rollout: Reports
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is considering delaying the rollout of a 0.4% MDR on UPI person-to-merchant transactions above ₹2,000, according to multiple reports. The fee, scheduled to take effect from October 15, could be deferred until January 2027. Industry bodies have reportedly sought more time to adapt to the change and avoid impacting festive demand.
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The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is considering delaying the rollout of a 0.4% MDR on UPI person-to-merchant transactions above ₹2,000, according to multiple reports. The fee, scheduled to take effect from October 15, could be deferred until January 2027. Industry bodies have reportedly sought more time to adapt to the change and avoid impacting festive demand.
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'Is Ambani real boss of India?' asks Elon Musk after govt debunks his 'oligarchs' claim
Trillionaire Elon Musk reacted after the government called his "Starlink blocked by certain oligarchs" remark baseless. "Starlink is licensed in over 165 countries and has spent five years complying with every single law and requirement of the government of India, so why still no license?" Musk asked. "Is [Mukesh] Ambani the real boss of India?" he added.
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Trillionaire Elon Musk reacted after the government called his "Starlink blocked by certain oligarchs" remark baseless. "Starlink is licensed in over 165 countries and has spent five years complying with every single law and requirement of the government of India, so why still no license?" Musk asked. "Is [Mukesh] Ambani the real boss of India?" he added.
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India issues advisory after Houthis attack Saudi Arabia
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh urged Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain alert and vigilant, stay indoors when necessary and follow instructions issued by authorities through official channels. The advisory comes after loud explosions were heard across Riyadh following Houthi strikes. It also advised Indians to refrain from circulating or reposting any videos or news related to the attacks.
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08:30 pm Thursday, 08 October 2026
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The Indian Embassy in Riyadh urged Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain alert and vigilant, stay indoors when necessary and follow instructions issued by authorities through official channels. The advisory comes after loud explosions were heard across Riyadh following Houthi strikes. It also advised Indians to refrain from circulating or reposting any videos or news related to the attacks.
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Nana Patekar cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Pune
Veteran actor Nana Patekar was accorded a state funeral at his farmhouse in Pune. He was given a 3-gun salute during the funeral. The actor suffered a cardiac arrest and was found unconscious at his Goa residence, following which he was rushed to the hospital. Doctors tried to revive him for almost 45 minutes, but there was no response.
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Veteran actor Nana Patekar was accorded a state funeral at his farmhouse in Pune. He was given a 3-gun salute during the funeral. The actor suffered a cardiac arrest and was found unconscious at his Goa residence, following which he was rushed to the hospital. Doctors tried to revive him for almost 45 minutes, but there was no response.
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What recommendations were made during GST council meeting?
GST Council recommended exempting passenger transportation by helicopter on a seat-sharing basis from/to airports/helipads in Sikkim and West Bengal's Bagdogra from GST. It also recommended exempting services related to the storage or warehousing of seeds meant for sowing. It also proposed exempting agricultural support services related to curing of coffee provided by coffee curers to cultivators.
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10:12 pm Thursday, 08 October 2026
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GST Council recommended exempting passenger transportation by helicopter on a seat-sharing basis from/to airports/helipads in Sikkim and West Bengal's Bagdogra from GST. It also recommended exempting services related to the storage or warehousing of seeds meant for sowing. It also proposed exempting agricultural support services related to curing of coffee provided by coffee curers to cultivators.
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