Bear Grylls bought a 20-acre island and houseboat for under $300,000, cheaper than a London apartment, but with no electricity or running water

7 dead in a day in Manipur, shutdown called in Kangpokpi

Seven individuals lost their lives due to various violent incidents in Manipur's Kamjong, Ukhrul, and Kangpokpi districts. Former Chief Minister N Biren Singh highlighted the alarming rise in violence across communities, calling for decisive measures. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders in Kamjong district to prevent further violence and enhance security. Additionally, a 24-hour shutdown was announced in Kangpokpi district in response to the tragic events.

DMK elated despite by-poll losses, sees itself as main challenger to TVK

TVK secured victories in the recent bypolls for Dharapuram and Madurantakam, impacting local political dynamics. DMK maintained its position as a prominent opposition party by securing second place in both contests. The AIADMK suffered a decline, finishing behind the DMK in both Assembly seats. DMK president MK Stalin criticized the ruling government for alleged misuse of power in the elections.

Navratri Colours 2026: Complete day-wise colour list for all nine days of the festival

Navratri 2026 begins on October 11 and concludes on October 19, with devotees worshipping the nine forms of Goddess Durga over nine days. Each day is associated with a particular colour, which many devotees wear as part of their prayers and celebrations. The nine Navratri colours are traditionally linked to the form of Goddess Durga worshipped on each day and are associated with different qualities, including strength, devotion, peace, prosperity and wisdom. From orange on the first day to peacock green on the ninth, here is the complete list of Navratri colours for 2026, along with the significance of each day.

Shinde to lead CJP protest after Dipke, other top leaders detained

Cockroach Janta Party leader Ajinkya Shinde has taken charge of the protest following the detention of key organizers. Abhijeet Dipke and two others were detained at the airport before a planned demonstration. They are calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and have outlined their demands. The party plans to challenge the detentions legally in Delhi High Court and Supreme Court.

Shinde to lead CJP protest after Dipke, other top leaders detained

Cockroach Janta Party leader Ajinkya Shinde has taken charge of the protest following the detention of key organizers. Abhijeet Dipke and two others were detained at the airport before a planned demonstration. They are calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and have outlined their demands. The party plans to challenge the detentions legally in Delhi High Court and Supreme Court.

Trump says US 'may' join Saudi strikes on Houthis

President Donald Trump stated that he is evaluating potential US participation in Saudi strikes on Houthis. The evaluation comes after the latest missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which left several people injured. The airport has faced repeated assaults since the Saudi-led coalition launched its military operations against Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen. Recent attacks have resulted in casualties among Saudi citizens, including a pilot.

Iran's Guards say tanker exploded after hitting mine in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Saturday that an oil tanker had exploded and caught fire after hitting a naval mine while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media

'It’s under control but…': DeSantis updates Florida on Hurricane Isaias after Category 2 storm hits

Delimitation designed to punish Tamil Nadu, reduce its voice in Parliament: Rahul Gandhi

‘I am done’: Hillary Clinton bangs table, yells and walks out as GOP grills her over Epstein ties

US diesel prices surge 70% amid Iran war: Can Trump-Putin deal bring relief to truckers and stop grocery prices from rising?

Diesel prices impact on trucking: US diesel prices have surged 70% since the US-Israeli war with Iran began, putting growing pressure on truckers, farmers and businesses. Despite President Donald Trump's efforts to boost fuel supplies, rising costs threaten to increase trucking expenses and push up prices for groceries, deliveries and other everyday goods.

"Spreading anarchy is not anyone's right": Rajnath Singh says Gen Z may be "momentarily misled" amid protests in Delhi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the Narendra Mohan Memorial Lecture organized by the Dainik Jagran Group. He stated that while dissent is a democratic right, it should not lead to anarchy. Singh expressed confidence in the youth's understanding of their role in nation-building despite momentary misdirection. Opposition protests in the capital called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.