Beyond the screen: Nana Patekar's journey from acting titan to transforming India's rural lives

Sanjay Jog | October 8, 2026 12:21 PM

Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Vishwanath "Nana" Patekar, one of Indian cinema’s most formidable actors, a titan of acting and a dedicated social reformer, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 75, was revered for his intensely grounded performances, raw emotional authority, and commanding screen presence. He leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond cinema.

PM Modi thanks world leaders for wishes on completing 25 years as head of govt

IANS | October 8, 2026 12:17 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday thanked world leaders for their warm wishes as greetings continue to pour in following his completion of 25 years as the head of the government.

SC asks Centre to form committee to curb unethical pharma marketing practices

IANS | October 8, 2026 12:13 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Centre to constitute a committee to examine the need for statutory regulation of pharmaceutical companies' marketing practices, including the offering of gifts, hospitality and other benefits to doctors to promote their products.

Gehlot-Pilot bonhomie: Rajasthan Congress burying the hatchet or just changing optics?

Archana Sharma | October 8, 2026 12:09 PM

Jaipur, Oct 8 (IANS) In Rajasthan politics, a smile can sometimes say more than a speech and sometimes hide more than it reveals. When Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot were seen joking together at a Congress strategy meeting in Jaipur, political circles took notice.

Attempt was made to trap me through sting operation after I became CM: Shivakumar

IANS | October 8, 2026 12:07 PM

New Delhi/Bengaluru, Oct 8 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday claimed that an attempt was made to trap him through a sting operation after he became CM and said he had photographs and documents to substantiate his allegations.

IMC 2026: Industry leaders highlight India's telecom growth, talent

IANS | October 8, 2026 12:05 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Telecom industry leaders on Thursday highlighted India's growing role in the global digital and telecommunications ecosystem at the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026 here as the four-day event brought together companies, startups and policymakers.

Cricket fraternity mourns the demise of 'legend of Indian cinema' Nana Patekar

IANS | October 8, 2026 12:04 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Cricket fraternity on Thursday condoled the passing of veteran actor and Padma Shri awardee Nana Patekar and recalled his "powerful performances, honesty and simplicity," saying it will "live on for generations."

India’s developmental ties with Africa guided by partners’ needs, priorities: EAM Jaishankar

IANS | October 8, 2026 11:50 AM

Abidjan, Oct 8 (IANS) Emphasising the importance of India’s development cooperation with Africa, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar said that New Delhi’s approach has been guided by the needs and priorities of its African partners.

Institutional real estate inflows in India touch $5.9 billion in Jan-Sep: Report

IANS | October 8, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Institutional investment into Indian real estate reached $5.9 billion in the first three quarters of 2026 (January-September), up 39 per cent year‑on‑year and marked the strongest nine‑month total in recent years, a report said on Thursday.

India, Myanmar discuss initiatives to strengthen defence cooperation

IANS | October 8, 2026 11:46 AM

Guwahati, Oct 8 (IANS) India and Myanmar reviewed the progress made on bilateral defence initiatives agreed during the last Defence Cooperation Meeting held last year and discussed new initiatives to further strengthen the ongoing cooperation in the field.