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UP Police releases 'Vardi' short film on Police Commemoration Day, honours martyrs and families
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 21, 2026, 10:58 PM ISTThe Uttar Pradesh Police has released 'Vardi', a short film directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, to honour police martyrs on Police Commemoration Day 2026. Featuring Amit Sadh and Alka Amin, the film highlights the courage of Kirti Chakra awardee STF Inspector Sunil Kumar.
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Marco Rubio visits Reliance's Jamnagar refinery, meets Mukesh Ambani and Anant Ambani
India | Oct 21, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Reliance's Jamnagar complex with US Ambassador Sergio Gor, meeting Mukesh Ambani and Anant Ambani. The visit focused on energy security, new energy projects and opportunities to strengthen India-US commercial ties.
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Gujarat schools bar unauthorised entry, photography and videography under new rules
Gujarat | Oct 21, 2026, 11:42 PM ISTThe Gujarat government has issued new instructions to strengthen school security. Outsiders will need prior permission from the school principal to enter campuses, while unauthorised photography and videography will be prohibited. Violators could face legal action.
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Gorakhpur: 3 killed, 10 injured after high-tension wire sparks during Durga idol immersion
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 21, 2026, 08:58 PM ISTThree people were killed and 10 injured after a tractor-trolley carrying devotees came into contact with a high-tension wire during Durga idol immersion in Gorakhpur. Separate drowning incidents in Fatehpur and Gonda also claimed lives.
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Parvinder Singh Jhota murder case: DSP Harjinder Singh Gill, drug inspector Naresh Kumar suspended
India | Oct 21, 2026, 11:42 PM ISTIn a major development in the Parvinder Jhota case, DSP Harjinder Singh Gill and Drug Inspector Naresh Kumar have reportedly been suspended. The move comes amid scrutiny over the case and demands for accountability.
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CM Vijay pays tribute to martyrs on Police Commemoration Day, announces Rs 5.96 crore insurance aid
Tamil Nadu | Oct 21, 2026, 06:27 PM ISTTamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay paid tribute to police personnel who died in the line of duty on Police Commemoration Day in Chennai. He handed over insurance sanction orders worth Rs 5.96 crore to the families of seven police personnel.
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SIT formed to probe stampede that killed 19 in Kolkata's Chorbagan, report due in three months
West Bengal | Oct 21, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTWest Bengal has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by retired Justice Anindita Roy Saraswati, to probe the October 17 stampede at Kolkata's Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal. The team will submit its report within three months.
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US envoy Witkoff meets Putin in St Petersburg as Trump pushes Zelenskyy to 'make a deal'
World | Oct 21, 2026, 04:52 PM ISTUS envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg for Ukraine peace talks after discussions with Zelenskyy and European leaders in Oslo. Trump is pressing Kyiv to reach a deal as Russian attacks continue across Ukraine.
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11 killed, over 30 injured as speeding bus hits divider and overturns in Pakistan's Punjab
World | Oct 21, 2026, 04:00 PM ISTAt least 11 passengers, including women and children, were killed and over 30 were injured after a speeding bus hit a divider and overturned in Pakistan's Punjab province. The accident occurred in Rajanpur as the bus travelled from Karachi to Dera Ghazi Khan.
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Delhi-NCR pollution worsens, GRAP Stage 1 imposed as AQI jumps from 179 to 244
Delhi | Oct 21, 2026, 11:42 PM ISTGRAP Stage 1 has been imposed across Delhi-NCR with immediate effect after Delhi's AQI rose to 244 on October 21, entering the 'poor' category. CAQM has directed agencies to intensify pollution-control measures as forecasts indicate poor air quality may persist.
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Sanjay Raut says 'regime change' will happen after Rahul Gandhi returns from Vietnam
India | Oct 20, 2026, 11:49 PM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has said a regime change will take place after Rahul Gandhi returns from Vietnam. He also criticised the BJP government, responded to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's Vijayadashami remarks and cited protests in Albania.
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Tiger Shroff was not the first target? Accused allegedly planned to target another celebrity
Maharashtra | Oct 20, 2026, 07:24 PM ISTMumbai Crime Branch sources say the accused in the Tiger Shroff case allegedly planned to target another prominent film personality first. Investigators are verifying the claims as they probe alleged social media tracking and reconnaissance of the actor's residence and football ground.
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'Maa Bharti ke dushmano ko pehchanna hoga': PM Modi's message at Delhi Dussehra celebrations
India | Oct 20, 2026, 11:57 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi attends Dussehra celebrations at Utsav Ground in East Delhi and addresses the gathering. Watch visuals from the event, organised by the Shri Ramlila Committee Indraprastha.
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Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, arrives in Mumbai, set to meet S Jaishankar
India | Oct 20, 2026, 03:00 PM ISTUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in Mumbai for a three-day visit to India. His itinerary includes talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, discussions on trade and energy security, and a planned visit to the Reliance Industries refinery in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
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PM Modi likely to attend Dussehra event at Delhi's IP Extension: 2,500 personnel to be deployed
India | Oct 20, 2026, 02:34 PM ISTAround 2,500 security personnel will be deployed at Delhi's IP Extension Utsav Ground as PM Narendra Modi is likely to attend the Dussehra event on Tuesday evening. A three-layer security arrangement, drone surveillance and traffic diversions from 5 pm to 8 pm are planned.
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Tiger Shroff case: Accused Rehan's mother claims son was taken from home, suspects he was drugged
India | Oct 20, 2026, 01:05 PM ISTThe mother of Rehan, one of the three accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case, claims her son was lured with a welding job offer and trapped. She says he was taken from home.
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Mumbai: 3 children among 9 injured in fire at 13-storey building in Kurla
Maharashtra | Oct 20, 2026, 12:36 PM ISTNine people, including three children, were injured after a fire broke out in an electrical duct at a 13-storey residential building in Mumbai's Kurla West early Tuesday. Eight residents suffered suffocation, while the injured were reported to be stable.
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Tiger Shroff's attackers planned to flee to Canada via Nepal, Anil Pandit planned escape route
India | Oct 20, 2026, 11:43 AM ISTThe Tiger Shroff shooting probe has revealed an alleged escape plan involving Jaipur, Delhi and Nepal. Mumbai Police are examining CCTV footage, suspected reconnaissance at a football ground and the recovery of five empty cartridge cases and two live rounds.
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Tiger Shroff shooting case: Anil Pandit promised accused Rs 34,000, jobs abroad
India | Oct 20, 2026, 10:30 AM ISTFresh details have emerged in the Tiger Shroff shooting case, with an alleged Rs 34,000 contract and promises of jobs abroad. The three accused remain in Kota as investigators probe the suspected handler, weapon deliveries and their alleged links to another attack.
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Dussehra and Durga Puja in Delhi: Check roads likely to face heavy traffic and diversions
Delhi | Oct 20, 2026, 09:02 AM ISTHeading out for Dussehra or Durga Puja in Delhi? The traffic police has warned of congestion and possible diversions on major East Delhi roads, while restrictions are expected around C.R. Park and Greater Kailash-II. Check affected routes, parking rules and travel advice before leaving.