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Pilot, five pilgrims killed as helicopter returning from Badrinath crashes

A civilian helicopter carrying a pilot and five pilgrims crashed near Hathi Parvat in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on Friday afternoon, killing all six. The aircraft encountered adverse weather while descending from Badrinath towards Dehradun. The Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority confirmed the helicopter departed at 1:14 pm.

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‘Misunderstood and layered’: Rakul Preet Singh on playing Surpanakha in Ramayana

Rakul Preet Singh portrays Surpanakha in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, describing her as a misunderstood and layered figure whose account of Sita’s beauty sparks the epic’s conflict. The film, based on Valmiki’s Ramayana, marks a departure from her previous roles, highlighting Surpanakha’s role as the catalyst for the war between Rama and Ravana.

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Bollywood HungamaCentre Rakul Preet Singh drops first look as Surpanakha in Ramayana News18Centre Ramayana: Rakul Preet Singh calls Surpanakha 'misunderstood'

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Meena Kumari runs 1,600m in 8 mins for Jharkhand Home Guard

Meena Kumari, 24, completed the 1,600-metre run in eight minutes during a Home Guard recruitment trial in Jharkhand, despite the test in Ramgarh district being postponed due to cyclone Arnab. Jharkhand has nearly 12,000 women in its Home Guard force, and Meena, from an Adivasi community, faces judgment for her participation.

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Indian ExpressCentre Meena Kumari runs 1,600m in 8 mins for Home Guard test

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Manisha's historic World Championship triumph helps fulfil promise kept to her father

Manisha Bhanwala became India's first women's wrestling world champion, fulfilling a promise to her late father, Suresh, who died the day after attending a jagran. Her family encouraged her to compete in the Asian Championships despite his death, leading to her bronze medal win. She celebrated her victory by unveiling a T-shirt with her parents' photos.

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The HinduCentre Manisha Bhanwala wins first world title, dedicates it to late father India TodayCentre Manisha Bhanwala's six-minute plan secures historic wrestling gold

Diljit Dosanjh hits back at Modi govt, CBFC at Delhi concert

Diljit Dosanjh performed at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi on 30 October 2026, criticizing the Modi government and CBFC while referencing the film 'Satluj'. The concert, part of the Aura India Tour 2026, drew a crowd of 70,000, with fans praising the event despite initial chaos.

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India.comCentre Diljit Dosanjh calls out Cockroach Janata Party at Delhi concert for mocking Satluj: ‘Don’t teach Punjabis how to fight’

'Environment Not Safe': Zakir Naik defends Taliban's curbs on girls' education

Zakir Naik defended the Taliban’s restrictions on girls’ education in Afghanistan, citing security concerns and a shortage of female teachers as reasons for delayed higher education. He stated, “Environment not safe,” adding that such measures are necessary for stability. His remarks sparked backlash from journalists, activists, and academics in India and Pakistan, with critics condemning the stance as legitimizing Taliban gender apartheid.

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India TodayCentre Zakir Naik defends Taliban on girls' education, unites Indians, Pakistanis, Afghans

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Kuldeep, Chakaravarthy may miss T20I matches: India spin coach

India’s spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule said senior spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy might not get T20I opportunities in the ongoing series against New Zealand, despite being part of the squad. The duo remained on the sidelines for a fourth straight game as India’s bowling attack struggled, conceding 259 for seven in an 87-run defeat. India holds a 3-1 lead with one game remaining in Hamilton.

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