SC seeks explanation from Sanjay Raut over conduct in plea challenging SIR

IANS | October 16, 2026 10:04 AM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) The Supreme Court has sought an explanation from Shiv Sena(UBT) leader Sanjay Raut over his conduct while provisionally entertaining his petition as part of a plea filed by Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders challenging the Election Commission of India's (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Microsoft’s Brad Smith hits back at Vance over H-1B, green-card curbs

IANS | October 16, 2026 10:02 AM

Washington, Oct 16 (IANS) Microsoft President Brad Smith has rejected Vice President JD Vance’s charge that the company abuses the H-1B visa programme as “completely off base”, and warned that blocking skilled immigrants’ path to green cards could cripple the US technology sector for more than a generation.

Charlie Puth says he is still struggling with changing diapers

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:57 AM

Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth has candidly shared that he is still finding it difficult to change soiled diapers.

Sensex, Nifty trade lower in early deals; IT shares buck trend

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:48 AM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Domestic equity benchmark indices traded lower on Friday, tracking mixed global cues, while information technology (IT) shares supported the market with gains.

Conference League: Brighton start well 4-0 win over Zalgiris

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:40 AM

Brighton and Hove, Oct 16 (IANS) Brighton and Hove Albion coasted past Kauno Zalgiris in their opening UEFA Conference League league phase match, sealing a 4-0 win over the visiting Lithuanians.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s ‘Saajan Saajan’ outfit blended corsetry with Indian craftsmanship

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:38 AM

Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) The outfit worn by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in the song ‘Saajan Saajan’ from the 2003 film ‘Dil Ka Rishta’ was a blend of sensuality, glamour and Indian craftsmanship, with its corset-style blouse, leopard-print skirt, intricate zardozi work, and trousers underneath, says designer Neeta Lulla.

India reiterates call to end Gulf conflict

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:26 AM

United Nations, Oct 16 (IANS) India has reiterated its call for an immediate end to the conflict that encompasses the entire Gulf region and has taken a toll on its economy that has strong links to the region and on its people there.

Debinna Bonnerjee: Women are taken a little less seriously everywhere

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:25 AM

Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) Actress-turned-producer Debinna Bonnerjee believes women are sometimes taken less seriously in professional spaces, including the entertainment industry.

Delhi Dynamites seal Super 6 berth, Punjab AeroStrikers sweep Rajasthan Spikers in VCL

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:24 AM

Noida, Oct 16 (IANS) Punjab AeroStrikers registered a dominant 3-0 victory over Rajasthan Spikers in the opening fixture of the day at the Volleyball Champions League (VCL), winning all three sets to make a strong start at Noida Indoor Stadium.

Govt raises petrol export duty to Rs 2.5 per litre, slashes for diesel

IANS | October 16, 2026 9:18 AM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) The government has raised the windfall tax on exports of petrol to Rs 2.5 per litre and cut the duty on diesel, effective from Friday.