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MP Board drops choice in 2-mark questions for Classes 9 to 12
MP Board's notice of October 15, 2026 removes internal choice in two-mark questions for Classes 9-12 from 2026-27, covering the 2027 board exams.
Zetwerk shares list at 5% premium after Rs 5,012 crore IPO
Zetwerk Manufacturing Businesses listed on Oct 23, 2026 at about Rs 159 a share, roughly 5% above its Rs 151 issue price, after a Rs 5,012 crore IPO.
The Legend of Hanuman Season 7 streams on JioHotstar from October 23
The Legend of Hanuman Season 7, taking the animated series into the war in Lanka, began streaming on JioHotstar on 23 October 2026, with Sharad Kelkar voicing Ravan.
School leave today: UP districts shut schools for teachers', graduates' MLC polls
Ghaziabad and other UP districts closed schools or gave special leave on 23 October 2026 as 14.81 lakh teachers and graduates vote for 11 council seats.
Madhya Pradesh school enrolment falls 6%; officials in 10 districts get notices
Madhya Pradesh's Class 1-12 enrolment fell about 6% to 1.34 crore in 2026-27 per UDISE+ data; the state served notices on officials in 10 districts.
ITB Asia 2026: Kerala, J&K, MP pitch experiential travel in Singapore
Kerala, Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, Goa and Odisha are promoting Indian destinations at ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore, which runs from 21 to 23 October 2026.
Udta Teer review: critics find Ayushmann's spy comedy fun but uneven
Udta Teer, the Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan spy comedy directed by Aakash Kaushik, opened on 23 October 2026 to mostly 3-out-of-5 reviews praising its humour but faulting its pacing.
Haryana college admissions: UG, PG deadline extended to November 1
Haryana extended UG and PG college admissions for 2026-27 to November 1, 2026, reopening its online portal after requests from colleges and students.
Telangana SSC 2027 exam fee: pay by November 16 to avoid late fine
Telangana's Class 10 students must pay the March 2027 SSC exam fee to headmasters from October 30 to November 16, 2026; late fees run to Rs 500.
Delhi heritage walks: DDA, INTACH plan 12 guided walks from October 24
DDA and INTACH will run 12 heritage and nature walks at six Delhi sites over six months, starting at Mehrauli Archaeological Park on October 24, 2026.
Water at 90 Rewari government schools fails tests; Bawal worst hit
Drinking water at 90 of about 640 government schools in Haryana's Rewari district failed lab tests; 61 are in Bawal block, and fresh sampling is ordered.
Bharat Gaurav trains leave Solapur, Bengaluru on pilgrimage tours from Rs 18,670
Bharat Gaurav tourist trains began tours from Solapur, Bengaluru and Sikar on October 21, 2026, including IRCTC's Khatu Shyam Ji and Ujjain yatra from Rs 18,670.
Harajuku Tokyo Café raises $3 million to open in Bengaluru, Chandigarh
Japanese-themed Indian café chain Harajuku Tokyo Café raised about $3 million led by ZeroW on October 22, 2026, to add ten outlets including Bengaluru and Chandigarh.
JNU revokes five students' rustication, drops FIRs; 17-day hunger strike ends
JNU agreed on October 19, 2026 to revoke five students' rustication, withdraw FIRs and review its discipline manual, ending a 17-day hunger strike.
Maharashtra schools get 13-day Diwali vacation from November 2, reopen November 16
Maharashtra schools will have a 13-day Diwali vacation from November 2 to 14, 2026, and reopen on November 16 for the second semester.
As Zetwerk lists, its alumni have founded a dozen manufacturing start-ups
Ahead of Zetwerk's October 23, 2026 listing, at least a dozen start-ups founded by its former executives have raised over $130 million.
Ex-PharmEasy team's Chapter Home raises Rs 63 crore for home brands
Chapter Home, a home and kitchen start-up by ex-PharmEasy leaders, raised Rs 63 crore in equity and debt from Bessemer, Stride Ventures and others.
Tu Hai Meri Kiran release on hold until makers deposit Rs 8.85 crore
The Bombay High Court has barred the commercial release of Tu Hai Meri Kiran, due in cinemas on October 23, 2026, until its producer deposits Rs 8.85 crore plus 15% interest.
Uttarakhand moves weekly holiday in 206 recognised madrasas to Sunday
Uttarakhand's recognised madrasas will close on Sundays instead of Fridays, officials said on October 21, 2026, a change covering about 206 institutions.
FWICE writes to PM over minister's on-stage reprimand of Daler Mehndi
Film workers' body FWICE wrote to PM Modi and CM Dhami on October 21, 2026 over minister Subodh Uniyal's on-stage reprimand of Daler Mehndi at a Uttarakhand fair.
Gujarat bars outsiders, filming in schools without principal's written nod
Gujarat's October 21, 2026 circular bars outsiders and filming in schools without the principal's written permission and protects children's photos and data.
Madhya Pradesh gives 954 compassionate jobs in schools, announces 20,000 more posts
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav handed out 954 compassionate appointment letters in the School Education Department in Bhopal on October 21, 2026, and announced 20,000 new posts.
Gujarat forms panel to cut teachers' non-academic work and data entry
Gujarat will form a committee of senior officials to review and reduce teachers' non-academic duties and online data entry, Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja said on October 17, 2026.
Chennai school holiday: heavy rain shuts schools in Chennai, nearby districts
Schools in Chennai and neighbouring districts were shut on October 21, 2026 after heavy overnight rain; the wet spell may last until October 26, forecasters said.
Huddle Global 2026: Kerala launches app, AI chatbot for Kovalam start-up fest
Kerala minister P.K. Kunhalikutty launched an app and AI chatbot on October 15, 2026 for Huddle Global, the start-up festival at Kovalam on November 12-14.
Supreme Court judgment reinstates Periyar University deputy registrar
On 16 October 2026 the Supreme Court reinstated Periyar University deputy registrar R. Saravanan, saying dismissal needs real evidence.
Kedarnath, Yamunotri to close Nov 11; Badrinath on Nov 16
Kedarnath and Yamunotri will close for winter on November 11, 2026 and Badrinath on November 16, dates announced on Vijayadashami, October 20.
J&K doubles MBBS, BDS interns' stipend to Rs 25,000 a month
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah approved raising MBBS and BDS interns' stipend from Rs 12,300 to Rs 25,000 a month; interns await the formal order.
Nepal refuses screening of Sara Ali Khan, Ayushmann's Udta Teer
Nepal denied screening permission to Udta Teer, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, citing its cinema law, ahead of the film's October 23, 2026 release.
JKBOSE Class 10 exams begin: 97,000 students at 1,003 centres
More than 97,000 students began JKBOSE Class 10 winter-zone board exams on October 19, 2026, at 1,003 centres in Kashmir and Jammu's winter areas.
Bengaluru airport: bird strike, runway go-arounds hit Air India Express flights
An Air India Express flight landed safely at Bengaluru after a bird strike reported on 20 October 2026, after two runway go-arounds there on 17 October.
Horticulture scientist Harvinder Singh Dhaliwal named Punjab Agricultural University V-C
Punjab Agricultural University's board appointed horticulture scientist Dr Harvinder Singh Dhaliwal vice-chancellor for four years on October 14, 2026, filling a post vacant since August.
Shillong ropeway row: Laban residents rally, set October 26 deadline
Laban residents marched against Meghalaya's Shillong ropeway project on October 17, 2026 after talks failed, and gave the government until October 26 to move it.
Zen Technologies to take 52% of start-up Cogknit for Rs 135 crore
Zen Technologies' board approved on October 18, 2026 a Rs 135.15 crore investment for a 51.98% stake in Cogknit Semantics, an iDEX-winning defence-tech start-up.
Allahabad HC orders STF check of all UP basic school teachers' certificates
The Allahabad High Court has ordered the UP STF to verify certificates of all Class 1-8 basic school teachers after one certificate was used for 10 jobs.
Jamia forms seven-member panel to hold talks with hunger-striking students
Jamia Millia Islamia set up a seven-member faculty panel on October 18-19, 2026 to talk to students on hunger strike for a students' union.
Supreme Court restores Periyar University officer removed on 'could have' charge
The Supreme Court on October 16, 2026 restored a ruling reinstating Periyar University deputy registrar R. Saravanan, saying removal on unproven charges cannot stand.
Madras High Court orders piracy sites blocked to protect Jailer 2
The Madras High Court on October 13, 2026 barred unauthorised online copies of Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 and ordered internet providers to block piracy sites, in a suit by Sun TV.
IIM Kozhikode, Accenture to launch two-year Global MBA from Kochi in 2027
IIM Kozhikode and Accenture LearnVantage announced a two-year Global MBA for professionals abroad, run from IIMK's Kochi centre from March 2027.
Tonbo Imaging IPO closes about 136 times subscribed; QIBs bid 294 times
Defence start-up Tonbo Imaging's Rs 852 crore IPO closed about 136 times subscribed on October 19, 2026; QIBs bid 293.56 times. Listing on Oct 23.
Bengaluru resale start-up Circle raises Rs 25 crore seed led by Nexus
Bengaluru pre-owned goods marketplace Circle raised Rs 25 crore in a seed round led by Nexus Venture Partners, reported October 15, 2026, to expand beyond the city.
No mid-course fee hikes except in rare cases: Supreme Court upholds Bengal refunds
The Supreme Court ruled on October 14, 2026 that professional course fees must be fixed before admission, upholding refunds for West Bengal B.Tech students.
Gauhati High Court quashes Assam University VC Rajive Mohan Pant's appointment
On October 14, 2026, the Gauhati High Court set aside Rajive Mohan Pant's appointment as Assam University VC for lacking 10 years' experience under UGC rules.
Ramayana North America pre-sales near $558,000 weeks before release
Ramayana has sold about $558,000 in North American advance tickets and $771,000 overseas ahead of its early-November 2026 release, trade estimates show.
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 to end October 20; Smriti Irani thanks crew
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 has wrapped shooting and is reported to end on October 20, 2026; Star Plus's Apsara takes its slot from October 21.
Hunar.AI raises Rs 39.3 crore led by Blume for voice AI that hires frontline workers
Bengaluru's Hunar.AI raised Rs 39.3 crore in a Series A led by Blume Ventures, filings reported on October 19, 2026 show, for voice AI that hires frontline staff.
Tamil Nadu schools to give PT and activities a place five days a week
Tamil Nadu's revised school timetable, released on 13 October 2026, has three PE and two co-curricular periods a week, so activity time runs five days a week.
Delhi cabinet clears Rs 50 crore Go-Delhi Foundation to back start-ups
Delhi's cabinet on October 18, 2026 approved the Go-Delhi Foundation, a not-for-profit with Rs 50 crore to give start-ups prototyping, mentoring and government pilots.
Jamia rusticates one, suspends two after hunger strike for students' union
Jamia Millia Islamia removed students on a hunger strike for a students' union on October 17, 2026, then rusticated one and suspended two; students dispute its account.
KPSC vet exam leak: CID seeks nod to prosecute ex-IAS officer; accused gets brief bail
Karnataka CID has sought sanction to prosecute ex-IAS officer Gyanendra Gangwar in the KPSC veterinary exam leak, as accused Basavaraj Kannale got bail from 15 to 20 October 2026.
JNU students' union hunger strike passes 12 days as 200 join relay fast
The JNU Students' Union's indefinite hunger strike entered its 12th day on October 15, 2026, with over 200 students joining a relay fast over rustications and campus demands.
West Bengal launches 'Discover Darjeeling' app with themed tourism circuits
West Bengal's tourism department launched the Discover Darjeeling app in Siliguri on October 16, 2026, with themed circuits, Puja pandal details and helplines.
Garividi Lakshmi review: Anandhi shines in slow biopic of Burra Katha singer
Telugu biopic Garividi Lakshmi, about Burra Katha artist Reddy Vijaya Lakshmi, opened on October 17, 2026; critics praise Anandhi but fault the slow pace.
Odisha student union polls: ABVP wins Utkal University; BCJD sweeps Rama Devi
In Odisha's student union polls held on October 15, 2026, ABVP won seven of nine posts at Utkal University while BJD-backed BCJD swept Rama Devi Women's University.
Over 1.11 lakh Tamil Nadu teachers fail special TET; state plans training, re-test
More than 1.11 lakh of 2.20 lakh in-service teachers failed Tamil Nadu's special TET; the education department plans training and another test, reports said on Oct 17, 2026.
Composer Deva, who took gaana into Tamil cinema, dies in Chennai at 75
Tamil music director Deva, known for 'Annamalai' and 'Baashha' and for bringing gaana to film, died in Chennai on October 17, 2026, aged 75.
CIC asks CBSE to run surprise school checks to catch dummy admissions
The Central Information Commission has recommended surprise CBSE inspections to catch dummy admissions, after an RTI case from Bhopal; reported October 16, 2026.
Madurai 'Rajini temple' builds Navratri kolu of 230 Rajinikanth roles before Jailer 2
A fan's 'Rajini temple' near Madurai set up a Navratri kolu with over 230 Rajinikanth film characters, from Apoorva Raagangal to Jailer 2, and held prayers before the film's release.
MCC NEET PG 2026 seat matrix: 13,522 AIQ MD/MS seats; Round 1 choices close Oct 22
The MCC's NEET PG 2026 Round 1 seat matrix lists 13,522 All India Quota MD/MS seats; registration ends October 21 and choice filling on October 22, 2026.
Durga Puja: Kolkata Metro runs till 4 am on Blue, Green lines from October 17 to 20
Kolkata Metro runs Blue and Green Line trains from 1 pm to 4 am on October 17-20, 2026 for Durga Puja, after heavy crowding on stations was reported on October 16.
Weverse Con Festival India lineup: TXT, ENHYPEN, LE SSERAFIM to play Delhi
Weverse Con Festival India named its first lineup on October 16, 2026: TXT, ENHYPEN and LE SSERAFIM headline Delhi on March 27-28, 2027.
Motorboats, jet skis off Dal Lake after High Court order; shikara rides continue
The J&K and Ladakh High Court has suspended motorboats and jet skis on Srinagar's Dal Lake until further orders; traditional shikaras still run.
NMC gives MBBS students admitted since 2019-20 a fifth try at first-year exam
The NMC's October 15, 2026 notice gives eligible MBBS students admitted from 2019-20 one extra, fifth attempt to clear the first-year exam.
Varanasi food brand Banaraswala raises $2 million to reach 50 outlets by March 2027
Banaraswala, a Banarasi cuisine brand, raised $2 million from Prax Impex on October 15, 2026, to grow from three Delhi outlets to 50 mainly in tier 2 towns.
Mother-son sauce brand Kitchen Secret raises Rs 1.14 crore seed round led by BeyondSeed
Ready-to-cook sauce maker Kitchen Secret, run by Renuka and Manav Kedia, raised Rs 1.14 crore on October 15, 2026, its first outside funding.
Nayyi Navelli release: Yami Gautam's Dussehra horror-comedy opens to mixed reviews
Nayyi Navelli, Balaji Mohan's horror-comedy starring Yami Gautam Dhar as a suspected witch-bride in Meerut, opened on October 16, 2026, to mixed reviews.
Periyar Arivulagam: CM Vijay opens Rs 300-crore library, science centre in Coimbatore
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay opened the Rs 300-crore Periyar Arivulagam library and science centre in Coimbatore on October 16, 2026, with Rs 55 crore for books.
University of Liverpool opens Bengaluru campus with 300 students, eyes 10,000
The University of Liverpool formally opened its Whitefield, Bengaluru campus on October 15, 2026, with close to 300 students and a goal of 10,000 in ten years.