BJP questions ‘real chances of winning’ as Mahagathbandhan declares Tejashwi Yadav its CM face

IANS | October 23, 2025 4:01 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) After weeks of internal discord and speculation, the Grand Alliance (Mahagathbandhan) in Bihar has officially declared RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav as its Chief Ministerial face for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. The announcement has energised the Opposition bloc, but the BJP has questioned whether the coalition has any “real chance” of winning.

ISRO to launch US’ BlueBird-6 satellite, weighing 6.5 tonnes by year-end: Dr. V. Narayanan

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:58 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for another collaboration with the US, with its BlueBird-6 satellite, and a 6.5-tonne weighing satellite is expected to be launched by the year-end, said ISRO chairman Dr. V. Narayanan on Thursday.

Sensex, Nifty extend winning streak for 6th day, led by IT stocks

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:56 PM

Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Equity benchmark indices continued their upward momentum for the sixth consecutive session on Thursday, supported mainly by strong buying in IT stocks.

International Polo Cup trophy unveiled ahead of India-Argentina contest

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) The grandeur of polo and the international sporting community was highlighted as the Indian Polo Association (IPA) unveiled the trophy for the International Polo Cup at the Army Equestrian Centre, Delhi Cantonment. The event featured the official presentation of Team India and Team Argentina.

Indian Army to organise 'Saddle Borne Warriors' motorcycle rally from October 26 to November 1

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:42 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Dedicated to the courage, discipline and patriotism of soldiers, the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps is organising the 'Saddle Borne Warriors' motorcycle rally from October 26-November 1.

BJP claims Siddaramaiah camp plotting to stop Dy CM Shivakumar from becoming CM

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:40 PM

Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Commenting on the statement of CM Siddaramaiah's son, MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah, that Minister for PWD Satish Jarkiholi will be his father's successor, the Karnataka BJP on Thursday took a dig at the Congress party, saying that the Siddaramaiah camp was plotting to prevent Deputy Chief Minister and state President D.K. Shivakumar from ever becoming the CM.

Bhuvan Bam opens up about his gruelling 100-day shoot schedule

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:33 PM

Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Actor and content creator Bhuvan Bam is currently juggling a packed schedule. He recently revealed that he has been shooting continuously for nearly 100 days, managing multiple projects and commitments back-to-back.

Jeremy Allen White recollects feeling 'fragile' by his new biopic

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:29 PM

Los Angeles, Oct 23 (IANS) Hollywood star, Jeremy Allen White, who is known for his work in the Emmy-winning show ‘The Bear’, has shared that he felt "fragile" during the making of the ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere’.

MP: Over 125 injured by carbide guns; many face permanent blindness

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:28 PM

Bhopal, Oct 23 (IANS) What should have been a night of lights and joy turned into a nightmare for families across Bhopal and surrounding districts this Diwali, as makeshift "carbide guns" – marketed as cheap festive toys – caused severe injuries to more than 125 people, including children and the elderly.

Govt-backed ONDC appoints Rohit Lohia as chief business officer

IANS | October 23, 2025 3:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Government-backed e-commerce platform Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) on Thursday announced the appointment of Rohit Lohia as its Chief Business Officer (CBO).