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Pope Leo XIV makes history, becomes first pontiff to vote in US election; casts mail-in ballot

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Oct

World

Pope Leo XIV makes history, becomes first pontiff to vote in US election; casts mail-in ballot

Pope Leo XIV has made history by becoming the first pontiff to vote in a US election. The Vatican on Friday confirmed that the Chicago-born Pope had cast his vote through a mail-in ballot for the upcoming US midterm elections scheduled for November 3, 2026. The Holy See Press Office said Pope Leo exercised his voting rights as an American citizen and submitted his postal ballot in Chicago. The Vatican also highlighted his belief that participating in democratic processes is both a right and a responsibility of every citizen. Pope Leo XIV casts vote as US citizen According to the…

Rain Forces INDIA Bloc to Postpone Public Impeachment of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

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Oct

By The Press Editor

Politics

Rain Forces INDIA Bloc to Postpone Public Impeachment of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Persistent rain in the Capital has forced the INDIA bloc to defer its planned “public impeachment” programme against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar from Friday to Saturday. The event will take place at 3:30 pm on Saturday at the lawns of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s official residence at 10, Rajaji Marg in Central Delhi, the same venue and time fixed for the original programme. Former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar is scheduled to chair the proceedings. Kharge is expected to move the symbolic “motion”, while Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi will deliver the concluding remarks. One representative from…

10 baby names inspired by ancient civilisations

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Oct

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

10 baby names inspired by ancient civilisations

Ancient civilisations have left behind a rich legacy of history, mythology, powerful rulers and remarkable cultural traditions. Their influence can still be seen in names that have survived across centuries, carrying stories of queens, emperors, gods and legendary figures. From the royal heritage of ancient Egypt and Persia to the wisdom of Greek mythology and the strength of the Roman Empire, these names offer parents meaningful choices with a historical connection. Some are familiar even today, while others are distinctive options for those looking for a name with character, cultural depth and a timeless appeal.

Phillips’ hundred, Duffy’s four-wicket haul help NZ seal 87-run victory over India in 4th T20I

30

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Phillips’ hundred, Duffy’s four-wicket haul help NZ seal 87-run victory over India in 4th T20I

New Zealand produced a commanding all-round display to hand India their first defeat of the T20I series, cruising to an emphatic 87-run victory in the fourth match at Eden Park. New Zealand displayed genuine fighting spirit in the fourth T20I match of the series against India, securing a dominant 87-run victory at Eden Park. A hundred from the magician Glenn Phillips and Jacob Duffy's incredible four-wicket haul helped the Blackcaps pick up a massive victory, taking the series 3-1.The 4th T20I victory would boost New Zealand's morale as they would look to end the series on a high note. India,…

Neeraj Chopra shares positive health update; Javelin star to resume training soon: ‘Injury is much better’

30

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Neeraj Chopra shares positive health update; Javelin star to resume training soon: ‘Injury is much better’

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has provided an encouraging update on his recovery from an ankle injury, revealing that he is set to resume training within the next few weeks. Two-time Olympic medalist and world championship-winning javelin throw athlete Neeraj Chopra shared a key health update, revealing that he is set to resume training and rehabilitation in the next couple of weeks.Chopra is coming off an ankle injury he sustained during a training session and had to miss out on the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. He was one of India's biggest medal hopes in athlteics and has been…

Hyrox competitor who soiled herself in race admits putting others at risk; calls social media backlash ‘traumatic’

30

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Hyrox competitor who soiled herself in race admits putting others at risk; calls social media backlash ‘traumatic’

Joanna Wietrzyk took full responsibility for the controversial incident that overshadowed her race in Beijing, admitting that her desire to win clouded her judgement after she continued competing despite suffering a bout of diarrhoea. Australian HYROX athlete Joanna Wietrzyk acknowledged putting others at risk by continuing the race despite encountering a major mishap when she soiled herself during the endurance event in Beijing in September 2026.Halfway through the HYROX race, Wietrzyk was affected by diarrhoea, and pictures from the event showed faecal matter on certain regions of her body. The incident triggered widespread outrage, with users calling out how she and…

PNB probe intensifies into Greater Noida branch fraud, returns Rs 43 lakh to customers in 3 claims

30

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

PNB probe intensifies into Greater Noida branch fraud, returns Rs 43 lakh to customers in 3 claims

Greater Noida: The safety of hard-earned savings deposited in banks is one of the biggest concerns for customers. So, when allegations of financial irregularities involving savings accounts or Fixed Deposits (FDs) surface, anxiety among depositors is only natural. Following complaints of alleged financial irregularities involving customers' FDs and savings accounts at a Punjab National Bank (PNB) branch in Greater Noida, the bank has issued an official statement, assuring customers that the matter is being investigated on priority. PNB said it has already returned Rs 43 lakh under three claims and assured customers that all other claims found to be genuine…

Punjab, Tamil Nadu & Odisha in race to secure 2030 hosting rights for men’s and women’s FIH World Cups

30

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Punjab, Tamil Nadu & Odisha in race to secure 2030 hosting rights for men’s and women’s FIH World Cups

Punjab, Odisha and Tamil Nadu have emerged as the leading contenders to host the 2030 FIH Hockey World Cups for both men and women, according to Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh. Punjab, Odisha and Tamil Nadu are the frontrunners to host the 2030 FIH World Cups for both men and women, Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh told PTI in an interview on Friday.Odisha has hosted the men's World Cup twice, while Tamil Nadu organised the men's Junior World Cup last year in Chennai and Madurai.Punjab, regarded as the cradle of Indian hockey, has never hosted the…

Mumbai Indians revamp coaching setup for IPL 2027; include T Dilip, Uthappa & McClenaghan

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Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Mumbai Indians revamp coaching setup for IPL 2027; include T Dilip, Uthappa & McClenaghan

Five-time IPL title winners Mumbai Indians have ushered in a new era ahead of IPL 2027, unveiling a revamped coaching setup led by head coach Kieron Pollard. Mumbai Indians announced a significant coaching shake-up, introducing new coaching staff for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season. Among the key additions are T Dilip, Robin Uthappa, Mitchell McClenaghan and Dhawal Kulkarni, wo will join the squad. The change came after a streak of poor season finishes, leading to a drastic overhaul in an attempt to return to their winning ways as they aim for the record-setting sixth IPL title win.MI…

India’s extreme poverty drops from 27.1% to 2.6%, one of the fastest in the world: World Bank

30

Oct

By The Press Editor

Business

India’s extreme poverty drops from 27.1% to 2.6%, one of the fastest in the world: World Bank

In a breakthrough for country’s fight against poverty, the Modi government has made substantial progress in reducing the number of people living in extreme poverty. According to the World Bank's latest report, the percentage of people living in extreme poverty in India has seen a dramatic decline over the last decade, from 27.1 per cent in 2011 to 2.6 per cent in 2023. The report hailed India's improvements across both monetary and non-monetary measures of poverty, terming "it is one of the fastest poverty declines in the world." As per the report, the proportion of people leaving below the lower-middle-income…