Garba attendees dress as 'Avengers: Doomsday' characters; video surfaces
Three individuals dressed as 'Latverian witches' from the upcoming film 'Avengers: Doomsday' went viral after joining a Garba dance celebration hosted by singer Falguni Pathak. A video shows the trio in dramatic, fantasy-inspired outfits featuring flowing capes in shades of black, purple, and gold, along with metallic masks. The event took place at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.
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Three individuals dressed as 'Latverian witches' from the upcoming film 'Avengers: Doomsday' went viral after joining a Garba dance celebration hosted by singer Falguni Pathak. A video shows the trio in dramatic, fantasy-inspired outfits featuring flowing capes in shades of black, purple, and gold, along with metallic masks. The event took place at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.
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Hindu who converted to Islam can't claim 'Backward Class' reservation: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has upheld an order by the Madras High Court, reiterating that a person who converted from Hinduism to Islam is not entitled to Backward Class (BC) reservation. "A person who converts from Hindu social order to a non-Hindu social order cannot claim such benefits," the bench said. The Tamil Nadu government had approached SC.
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12:03 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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The Supreme Court has upheld an order by the Madras High Court, reiterating that a person who converted from Hinduism to Islam is not entitled to Backward Class (BC) reservation. "A person who converts from Hindu social order to a non-Hindu social order cannot claim such benefits," the bench said. The Tamil Nadu government had approached SC.
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Surat Police organises free Garba event to strengthen police-public relations
Surat City Police has organised a free Garba event at its headquarters, allowing people to celebrate Navratri without tickets or passes. The initiative aims to make festivities accessible to all economic groups and strengthen police-public relations. Meanwhile, the police, dressed in traditional attire, are also monitoring Garba venues across the city to ensure safety and maintain law and order.
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01:00 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Surat City Police has organised a free Garba event at its headquarters, allowing people to celebrate Navratri without tickets or passes. The initiative aims to make festivities accessible to all economic groups and strengthen police-public relations. Meanwhile, the police, dressed in traditional attire, are also monitoring Garba venues across the city to ensure safety and maintain law and order.
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Why land buyers are rushing to Goa before Oct 20: HoABL
The House of Abhinandan Lodha®️ said that the Goa Dussehra Dhamaka is bringing something extraordinary for Delhi land buyers. One Goa – The Crescendo is offering luxury villa land at its launch value until Dussehra. The brand added that customers are getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own land at Goa’s most iconic resort development with unprecedented benefits this festive season.
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01:21 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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The House of Abhinandan Lodha®️ said that the Goa Dussehra Dhamaka is bringing something extraordinary for Delhi land buyers. One Goa – The Crescendo is offering luxury villa land at its launch value until Dussehra. The brand added that customers are getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own land at Goa’s most iconic resort development with unprecedented benefits this festive season.
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India releases statement after mass shooting plot foiled at Hindu temple in US
India released a statement after a 19-year-old's plan to target a Hindu temple in US' Illinois was foiled. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "The reported anti-Hindu and racist nature of the alleged plot, including references to violence against people of Indian origin, is...disturbing." "This incident adds to growing concerns over racist hostility and anti-India hate in...US," he added.
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03:07 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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India released a statement after a 19-year-old's plan to target a Hindu temple in US' Illinois was foiled. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "The reported anti-Hindu and racist nature of the alleged plot, including references to violence against people of Indian origin, is...disturbing." "This incident adds to growing concerns over racist hostility and anti-India hate in...US," he added.
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List of world’s most powerful passports released, India rises to 84th spot
Henley & Partners released the latest list of the world's most powerful passports. India rose to the 84th spot. Singapore leads the rankings with visa-free access to 193 destinations, followed by Japan, South Korea and UAE. Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan have the weakest passports, according to the latest rankings.
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03:42 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Henley & Partners released the latest list of the world's most powerful passports. India rose to the 84th spot. Singapore leads the rankings with visa-free access to 193 destinations, followed by Japan, South Korea and UAE. Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan have the weakest passports, according to the latest rankings.
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Which sectors in India may give the highest salary hikes in 2027?
Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are expected to offer India's highest salary hikes in 2027 at 10.1%, according to a survey. Energy follows at 9.9%, while real estate and infrastructure may offer 9.8%. Funds and asset management and life sciences are projected at 9.6% each, followed by global capability centres at 9.4%. The overall average hike is forecast at 9.1%.
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03:24 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are expected to offer India's highest salary hikes in 2027 at 10.1%, according to a survey. Energy follows at 9.9%, while real estate and infrastructure may offer 9.8%. Funds and asset management and life sciences are projected at 9.6% each, followed by global capability centres at 9.4%. The overall average hike is forecast at 9.1%.
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Jio sets price band at ₹1,065-1,119 to raise ₹30,213 crore in India's biggest IPO
Jio Platforms, the digital services and telecom arm of Reliance Industries, has set a price band of ₹1,065-1,119 per share for its IPO. At the upper end, the offering would raise ₹30,213 crore, making it India's largest IPO and valuing the company at around ₹10.3 lakh crore. The IPO will open on October 21 and close on October 23.
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12:56 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Jio Platforms, the digital services and telecom arm of Reliance Industries, has set a price band of ₹1,065-1,119 per share for its IPO. At the upper end, the offering would raise ₹30,213 crore, making it India's largest IPO and valuing the company at around ₹10.3 lakh crore. The IPO will open on October 21 and close on October 23.
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How will IDBI Bank's stake sale affect existing customers and FD holders?
The proposed IDBI Bank stake sale will not affect existing fixed deposits or savings accounts, as the lender will continue to be regulated by RBI, experts said. Deposits are insured by DICGC up to ₹5 lakh per depositor per bank. While existing terms will remain unchanged, the new owners could revise deposit rates and savings account fees in the future.
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News By: Mansi Agarwal
05:16 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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The proposed IDBI Bank stake sale will not affect existing fixed deposits or savings accounts, as the lender will continue to be regulated by RBI, experts said. Deposits are insured by DICGC up to ₹5 lakh per depositor per bank. While existing terms will remain unchanged, the new owners could revise deposit rates and savings account fees in the future.
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Gold prices fall for 4th day in a row in India, silver plunges ₹6,000 per kg
Gold prices fell for the fourth straight day in India, declining ₹900 to ₹1,49,900/10 grams in Delhi on Thursday. Silver also extended its decline, plunging ₹6,000 to ₹2.15 lakh per kg, from the previous close of ₹2.21 lakh per kg. Globally, spot gold rose $49.32, or 1.2%, to $4,154.65 per ounce.
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07:13 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Gold prices fell for the fourth straight day in India, declining ₹900 to ₹1,49,900/10 grams in Delhi on Thursday. Silver also extended its decline, plunging ₹6,000 to ₹2.15 lakh per kg, from the previous close of ₹2.21 lakh per kg. Globally, spot gold rose $49.32, or 1.2%, to $4,154.65 per ounce.
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ECI announces voter roll revision in 17 states/UTs amid SIR row
The ECI has directed 17 states and UTs, including Assam, Bihar, Gujarat, West Bengal and Kerala, to conduct a Special Summary Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls, with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date. The Commission said schedules for places undergoing or having recently completed SIR will follow separately. The announcement comes amid a row over the SIR exercise.
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08:10 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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The ECI has directed 17 states and UTs, including Assam, Bihar, Gujarat, West Bengal and Kerala, to conduct a Special Summary Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls, with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date. The Commission said schedules for places undergoing or having recently completed SIR will follow separately. The announcement comes amid a row over the SIR exercise.
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Houthis fire missiles at Yemen's Presidential palace
Iran-aligned Houthis fired five missiles at the Maashiq Presidential palace complex in Yemen’s Aden on Thursday, killing two guards, government officials told Reuters. Yemen’s PM and cabinet members present at the complex were unharmed, a minister said. This comes amid escalating tension between Houthis and Saudi Arabia, which backs Yemen's internationally recognised government.
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10:39 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Iran-aligned Houthis fired five missiles at the Maashiq Presidential palace complex in Yemen’s Aden on Thursday, killing two guards, government officials told Reuters. Yemen’s PM and cabinet members present at the complex were unharmed, a minister said. This comes amid escalating tension between Houthis and Saudi Arabia, which backs Yemen's internationally recognised government.
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Isha Ambani's Navratri ensemble took 10 artisans and 2,000 hours to make
Isha Ambani wore a custom Radha-Krishna-inspired ensemble at the Ambanis' pre-Navratri celebration marking the first anniversary of Swadesh, a platform dedicated to showcasing India's rich cultural heritage and the talent of Indian artisans. The hand-painted outfit, created by Torani in collaboration with Swadesh, took 10 artisans over 90 days and 2,000-plus hours to make.
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07:00 am Friday, 16 October 2026
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Isha Ambani wore a custom Radha-Krishna-inspired ensemble at the Ambanis' pre-Navratri celebration marking the first anniversary of Swadesh, a platform dedicated to showcasing India's rich cultural heritage and the talent of Indian artisans. The hand-painted outfit, created by Torani in collaboration with Swadesh, took 10 artisans over 90 days and 2,000-plus hours to make.
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What is the colour of Navratri Day 6 and what does it signify?
Green is the colour associated with the sixth day of Navratri in 2026, symbolising nature, growth, fertility, peace and serenity. It is also linked to new beginnings, and devotees observing the tradition can wear green outfits or incorporate the colour into their festive attire. The sixth day is dedicated to Maa Katyayani, one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga.
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08:00 am Friday, 16 October 2026
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Green is the colour associated with the sixth day of Navratri in 2026, symbolising nature, growth, fertility, peace and serenity. It is also linked to new beginnings, and devotees observing the tradition can wear green outfits or incorporate the colour into their festive attire. The sixth day is dedicated to Maa Katyayani, one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga.
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What is the significance of Maa Katyayani's worship on Day 6 of Navratri?
On the sixth day of Navratri, devotees worship Maa Katyayani, who's believed to be the most violent form of Maa Parvati. According to Hindu beliefs, she is associated with courage and victory over negativity, and worshipping her blesses devotees with harmony and marriage prospects. Wearing grey on this day is believed to symbolise grounded strength and balance.
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On the sixth day of Navratri, devotees worship Maa Katyayani, who's believed to be the most violent form of Maa Parvati. According to Hindu beliefs, she is associated with courage and victory over negativity, and worshipping her blesses devotees with harmony and marriage prospects. Wearing grey on this day is believed to symbolise grounded strength and balance.
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Massive earthquake hits Russia
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake hit Russia on Friday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre said. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said there was no tsunami warning, advisory, watch or threat following the earthquake. Minutes after the Russia quake, the Japan Meteorological Agency mistakenly sent out a 9.9-magnitude earthquake alert.
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11:12 am Friday, 16 October 2026
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A 6.9-magnitude earthquake hit Russia on Friday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre said. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said there was no tsunami warning, advisory, watch or threat following the earthquake. Minutes after the Russia quake, the Japan Meteorological Agency mistakenly sent out a 9.9-magnitude earthquake alert.
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103-year-old Kali Swang procession taken out in Prayagraj during Navratri
The Kali Swang procession, a 103-year-old tradition, was taken out in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj as part of the ongoing Navratri festivities. The artist who portrays Goddess Kali during the procession must observe six months of spiritual discipline and observe a satvic diet. The artist carries weapons, a crown, a garland of skulls and jewellery which collectively weighs around 18-20 kg.
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11:00 am Friday, 16 October 2026
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The Kali Swang procession, a 103-year-old tradition, was taken out in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj as part of the ongoing Navratri festivities. The artist who portrays Goddess Kali during the procession must observe six months of spiritual discipline and observe a satvic diet. The artist carries weapons, a crown, a garland of skulls and jewellery which collectively weighs around 18-20 kg.
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Why is Navratri celebrated four times a year?
Navratri is celebrated four times a year in Hindu calendar as it aligns with key seasonal transitions and changes in natural energy cycles. Chaitra Navratri (March-April) marks the beginning of Hindu lunar calendar year. Sharad Navratri (September-October) is the most widely celebrated Navratri. Ashadha Navratri (June-July) and Magha Navratri (January-February) are Gupt (secret) Navratris.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
12:00 pm Friday, 16 October 2026
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Navratri is celebrated four times a year in Hindu calendar as it aligns with key seasonal transitions and changes in natural energy cycles. Chaitra Navratri (March-April) marks the beginning of Hindu lunar calendar year. Sharad Navratri (September-October) is the most widely celebrated Navratri. Ashadha Navratri (June-July) and Magha Navratri (January-February) are Gupt (secret) Navratris.
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PM Modi offers prayers to Maa Skandamata during Navratri
Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers to Maa Skandamata, the goddess of motherly love and affection, during Navratri. "The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship and adoration of Mother Skandamata. May the blessings of Mother, the Goddess of maternal affection and tenderness, forever fill every family with love and harmony," PM Modi stated.
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05:41 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers to Maa Skandamata, the goddess of motherly love and affection, during Navratri. "The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship and adoration of Mother Skandamata. May the blessings of Mother, the Goddess of maternal affection and tenderness, forever fill every family with love and harmony," PM Modi stated.
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PM Modi offers prayers to Maa Katyayani on 6th day of Navratri, wishes strength for all
PM Narendra Modi offered prayers to Goddess Katyayani on the sixth day of Sharad Navratri. "My heartfelt wish is that, through her grace, boundless strength, courage, and positive energy may infuse into everyone's life," he added. Katyayani, the sixth form of Goddess Durga, was born to Sage Katyayan and is worshipped as a warrior goddess who slayed the demon Mahishasura.
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12:57 pm Friday, 16 October 2026
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PM Narendra Modi offered prayers to Goddess Katyayani on the sixth day of Sharad Navratri. "My heartfelt wish is that, through her grace, boundless strength, courage, and positive energy may infuse into everyone's life," he added. Katyayani, the sixth form of Goddess Durga, was born to Sage Katyayan and is worshipped as a warrior goddess who slayed the demon Mahishasura.
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