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Weather Today, October 26: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms in Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Chhattisgarh; Check forecast for Delhi, Bihar, UP and other states

The India Meteorological Department forecasts turbulent weather across several Indian states starting October 26. A developing cyclonic storm will bring heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning, with Andhra Pradesh and Odisha likely facing the worst of it. Meanwhile, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh will see fluctuating weather patterns, and although Uttar Pradesh is…

The Economic Times · 6h ago

5 Reasons an Ambulance in India Arrives Later Than Your Own Car

When a family member collapses at home, the instinct is to call 108 and wait. In most Indian cities, that wait will outlast the drive you could have made yourself. A 2021 analysis by the Indian Journal of Emergency Medicine found median ambulance response times in urban India ranging from…

Times Life · 6h ago

Kharge's 'baap' remark on Modi creates furore; BJP says language associated with 'thugs'

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an event in Patna sparked controversy. After responding to an audience comment, Kharge said that Modi's father would also go away. This statement prompted strong reactions and condemnation from multiple political leaders across different parties. BJP leaders criticized Kharge's…

The Economic Times · 7h ago

How Maa Uchchaith Bhagwati Turned Kalidasa Into a Poet

What if the person everyone mocked became one of India's greatest poets through a single act of devotion? In Uchchaith, near Benipatti in Bihar's Madhubani district, a popular legend connects Maa Uchchaith Bhagwati with the extraordinary transformation of Kalidasa. According to the story, Kalidasa was once known for his lack…

MyLifeXP · Oct 23

Brisk polling in eight Bihar MLC seats; 150 candidates in fray

Polling for eight Bihar Legislative Council seats witnessed a significant turnout during the initial hours. Saran Teachers' constituency recorded the highest turnout, while several constituencies faced intense competition. Voting began at 8 am and will conclude at 4 pm today. The event includes a combined electorate of over five lakh…

The Economic Times · Oct 23

School holiday today, October 23, 2026: Check state-wise updates for Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, UP, Delhi and other states

School holiday updates for October 23, 2026, vary across states as festive vacations end and heavy rainfall affects parts of Tamil Nadu. West Bengal schools following the Durga Puja calendar may remain closed, while Maharashtra's Diwali vacation is scheduled to begin on November 2. Schools in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Telangana…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal questions HM Amit Shah over drug menace in BJP-ruled states

Arvind Kejriwal criticised Amit Shah for the ongoing drug issues in BJP-ruled states like Bihar and Gujarat. Shah had expressed his sadness over the drug situation in Punjab during his recent visit. He criticised the Aam Aadmi Party government for failing to address the drug trade effectively. Shah also visited…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

Bengaluru: Bihar worker arrested after posting AI-generated video of Vidhana Soudha being blown up

A shocking incident unfolded in Bengaluru when a 25-year-old worker from Bihar, Hazrat Ali Shoiab, was detained for creating and posting an AI-generated video that depicted a simulated bomb explosion at Vidhana Soudha, the government seat of Karnataka. This alarming video was flagged during police's standard digital surveillance. Investigators are…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

When a 25-year-old woman went into labour aboard a train to Patna, railway officials sprang into action; baby boy born inside Ahmedabad-Barauni Express

A 25-year-old woman delivered a healthy baby boy aboard the Ahmedabad-Barauni Express at Bihar’s Buxar railway station after going into labour while travelling home for Durga Puja. Railway doctor Hariom Pathak and his team assisted with the delivery, while the train remained halted for around 30 minutes, as per a…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

School holiday today, October 22: Schools to reopen tomorrow or remain closed? Check state-wise holiday updates

School holiday today, October 22, 2026: Schools across India may follow different reopening schedules as Dussehra and Durga Puja vacations continue in some states. Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand schools are expected to reopen on October 22, while Telangana schools may reopen on October 23. Schools in Uttar Pradesh and…

The Economic Times · Oct 21