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India, Israel Reaffirm Zero Tolerance For Terror At Key Meet; Condemn Pahalgam, Oct 7 Attacks | World News

India, Israel Reaffirm Zero Tolerance For Terror At Key Meet; Condemn Pahalgam, Oct 7 Attacks | World News

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Last Updated:February 24, 2026, 22:26 IST India and Israel also agreed to hold the next meeting of the Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism in Israel on a mutually convenient date. Pahalgam was the site of a barbaric terror attack by members of the Lashkar-linked terror outfit, The Resistance Front. (Image: AP/File) India and Israel on Tuesday reaffirmed their shared commitment to zero tolerance for terrorism at the 10th meeting of the India-Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism held in New Delhi. Both sides strongly condemned the April 22, 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, as well as the October 7, 2023 attacks in Israel. The meeting was led by Dr Vinod Bahade, Joint Secretary (Counter Terrorism) in the Ministry of External Affairs, and Nadav Eschar, Head of Bureau, Strategic Affairs Division in Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. According to the MEA, the two countries “unequivocally and strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism” and stressed the urgent need to hold perpetrators accountable. The discussions reflected …

Telangana IAS transfers Oct 2025 | Ilambarithi posted as Transport Commissioner

Telangana IAS transfers Oct 2025 | Ilambarithi posted as Transport Commissioner

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Telangana Government issued orders on transfers of IAS officers, on Friday (October 31, 2025) | Photo Credit: BY ARRANGEMENT Telangana Government issued orders transferring few IAS officers on Friday (October 31, 2025). K. Ilambarithi, Secretary, Metropolitan Area & Urban Development, was transferred and posted as Transport Commissioner, relieving M. Raghunandan Rao from full additional charge (FAC) of the post. Mr. Ilambarithi was also given FAC as Secretary of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries department.  An IAS officer of the 2004 batch, E. Sridhar, Secretary, BC Welfare department, was given FAC as Secretary, General Administration, consequent to the retirement of 1999 batch IAS officer Syed Ali Murtaza Rizvi.  Anita Ramachandran, Secretary of the Women and Child Welfare Department, was given FAC as Secretary and Commissioner, Tribal Welfare Department. Director of Horticulture, Yasmeen Basha, was given FAC as Managing Director TG OILFED.  Senior officer Sabyasachi Ghosh of 1994 batch, who was the Special Chief Secretary of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, was transferred and posted as Special Chief Secretary of Implementation of Flagship Welfare & Development Schemes Unit. The government on …

UKSSC postpones exam for technical posts scheduled for Oct 12 after paper leak; third cancellation in 2 month

UKSSC postpones exam for technical posts scheduled for Oct 12 after paper leak; third cancellation in 2 month

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The Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UKSSSC) Chairman GS Martolia announced that the examination for technical positions in the Agriculture Department, originally set for October 12, has been postponed. He stated that admit cards had not yet been issued for the exam, and it will no longer take place on the scheduled date. Around 600 candidates were expected to appear for this recruitment exam, which aimed to fill 20–25 vacancies. ‘Recommended to CBI for investigation of the cheating case’ Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took to X and mentioned the decision was taken considering the investigation commission report. “The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has canceled the Graduate Level Recruitment Examination held on 21 September in the interest of the students, taking an important decision. This decision has been taken keeping in mind the report of the investigation commission, so that the sanctity, transparency, and reliability of examinations in the state are maintained,” Dhami said. He added, “This re-conducted examination will not affect the schedule of other examinations. Ensuring fair opportunities for every student …

Tamil Nadu to finally conduct ‘entry level’ RTE admissions for 2025-26 academic session from Oct 6: Report

Tamil Nadu to finally conduct ‘entry level’ RTE admissions for 2025-26 academic session from Oct 6: Report

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Tamil Nadu government is set to conduct Right to Education (RTE) admissions for the current academic year from October 6 to October 17, according to Times of India report. This comes days after Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav transferred ₹489 crore to 20,652 private schools as fee reimbursement for 8.45 lakh students admitted under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009. As per the report, RTE admissions will be conducted through an online portal. With priority being offered to orphans, HIV-affected children, transgender children, children of scavengers and differently-abled children, 25% RTE seats will be identified. Over 6,000 private schools will upload their total seats filled in entry-level classes. Tamil Nadu state government had refused to follow the three-language policy in PM Shri schools following which the Union government withheld ₹2151 crore grant under the Samagra Shiksha scheme. This figure includes the reimbursement for RTE admissions for the previous academic session. Hence, the state government delayed RTE admissions in private schools for 2025-26 due to a lack of funds for reimbursement. “The govt of India …

Who is Adriana Fernandez? Viral sensation from Florida converts to Judaism, says ‘Oct. 7 made me want to…’

Who is Adriana Fernandez? Viral sensation from Florida converts to Judaism, says ‘Oct. 7 made me want to…’

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A popular social media star went from the “Non-Jewish Nanny” to an official convert, and has claimed that the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel fuelled her desire to be Jewish. Adriana Fernandez, a Floridian, became a de-facto social media star for her fans after she began nannying for Orthodox families about four years back. Who is Adriana Fernandez? Viral sensation from Florida converts to Judaism (nowjewishnanny/Instagram) Who is Adriana Fernandez? Fernandez attended private Christian school and grew up with nearly no exposure to Judaism. Her cheerful videos, where she navigates her way learning new things in observant homes, have earned her several devoted followers. A bartender and budding opera singer, Fernandez became an official Jewess last month after being exposed to the “beauty” of Judaism, the New York Post reported. Inspired by her young charges who enlightened her about the faith, she underwent the years-long conversion process. Fernandez has revealed that she is finally ready for her first Passover as a Jew. “Officially chose my outfit for my first Seder as a Jew,” Fernandez, …

Indian nationals received over 72 per cent of all H1B visas issued from Oct 2022-Sept 2023: Govt – India TV

Indian nationals received over 72 per cent of all H1B visas issued from Oct 2022-Sept 2023: Govt – India TV

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Image Source : FREEPIK Image used for representational purposes. India nationals have received 72.3 per cent of all H1B visas issued by the United States for the period of October 2022 to September 2023, the government informed the Rajya Sabha, citing the US Citizenship and Immigration Services data. The government also told the Upper House that there were 21,928 Indian students before the start of the conflict in Ukraine, but as of November 01, 2024, only 1,802 students were enrolled in various Ukrainian universities. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh in a written response to a query in Rajya Sabha said the government of India is “closely engaged with the US administration” and other stakeholders on all issues pertaining to the H1B visa programme through relevant bilateral dialogue mechanisms. Ministry asked about Indian migrants who have returned over the last five years  The Ministry of External Affairs was asked whether it is in talks with the US government regarding the possible restrictions on the H1B visa programme, and if so, the details …

Indians Received Over 72% Of H1B Visas From Oct 2022 To Sept 2023: Centre

Indians Received Over 72% Of H1B Visas From Oct 2022 To Sept 2023: Centre

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New Delhi:  Indian nationals received 72.3 per cent of all H1B visas issued by the US for the period October 2022 to September 2023, the government informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday citing the US Citizenship and Immigration Services data. The government also told the Upper House that there were 21,928 Indian students before the start of the conflict in Ukraine, but as on November 01, 2024, only 1,802 students were enrolled in various Ukrainian universities. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh in a written response to a query in Rajya Sabha said the government of India is “closely engaged with the US administration” and other stakeholders on all issues pertaining to the H1B visa programme through relevant bilateral dialogue mechanisms. The Ministry of External Affairs was asked whether it is in talks with the US government regarding the possible restrictions on the H1B visa programme, and if so, the details and steps taken in this regard. “Mobility of skilled Indian professionals has contributed to the mutual benefit of India and the …

Tom Cruise’s upcoming movie with Alejandro G Inarritu to come out in Oct 2026 | Hollywood

Tom Cruise’s upcoming movie with Alejandro G Inarritu to come out in Oct 2026 | Hollywood

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Los Angeles, Hollywood star Tom Cruise’s upcoming film with Oscar-winning director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu will open in American theatres on October 2, 2026, studio Warner Bros has announced. Tom Cruise’s upcoming movie with Alejandro G Inarritu to come out in Oct 2026 The film marks Inarritu’s first English-language film since the Leonardo DiCaprio-starrer “The Revenant” in 2015, reported entertainment news outlet Deadline. The untitled project is about the “most powerful man in the world” who embarks on a “frantic mission to prove he is humanity’s savior before the disaster he’s unleashed destroys everything”, according to the official logline. For the movie, Inarritu is once again collaborating with his “Birdman” co-writers Alexander Dinelaris and Nicolas Giacobone, with Sabina Berman also sharing a screenwriting credit. In addition to Cruise, the movie will feature Sandra Huller, John Goodman, Michael Stuhlbarg, Jesse Plemons, Sophie Wilde and Riz Ahmed. Warner Bros has also announced new release dates for a host of major films, including Matt Reeves’ “The Batman 2”, which will now open in theatres on October 1, 2027. The …

Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce’s ‘special’ Christmas plans to unfold at his Kansas mansion despite Oct. robbery

Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce’s ‘special’ Christmas plans to unfold at his Kansas mansion despite Oct. robbery

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After spending Thanksgiving with each other’s families, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are ready to get their jolly on for the Christmas holidays. The busy bees’ X-mas plans have been revealed right after the couple knocked down the “Love Story” hitmaker’s 35th birthday on Friday night. The Kansas City Chiefs star pulled out all the stops for his boo’s big day, spoiling her with a “ton of gifts” despite a whopping financial and emotional loss in the wake of the October break-in and subsequent burglary at his Kansas mansion. Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce watch game one of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs between the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians at Yankee Stadium. (USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con / Vincent Carchietta) Also read | Former Kansas City Chiefs player Jimmy Wilkerson dies at 43; high school honours late assistant coach with teary win Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Christmas at his Kansas mansion Swift has finally earned her well-deserved time off after her expansive, records-shattering …

Last Set Of Disengagement Between India, China Ended Oct 21: S Jaishankar

Last Set Of Disengagement Between India, China Ended Oct 21: S Jaishankar

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Canberra: India and China concluded the last lot of disengagement on October 21 and the implementation process is going on, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday, while calling this a “positive development.” The Foreign Minister was holding a joint presser with his Australian Counterpart Penny Wong in Canberra. Being asked about the recent disengagement between India and China, Jaishankar said, “On October 21st we concluded the last lot of disengagement agreements, we had done some earlier. These are currently in the process of being implemented. The last agreement was primarily around patrolling rights of the two sides. So we think all in all it’s a positive development.” The EAM said that Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed for meetings between the national security advisors and foreign ministers of the two countries. “The fact that with that, once it’s done the disengagement process is completed, we have other challenges to address including de-escalation of forces but at Kazan on the sidelines of the BRICS meeting Prime Minister Modi and President …