North Carolina collected about $2 million in ferry fares but spent $1.4 million collecting them; a new state law requires tolls on all ferry routes

IPL 2027: Delhi Capitals appoints ex-Sri Lanka pacer Chaminda Vaas as fast-bowling coach

Delhi Capitals has appointed Chaminda Vaas as their new fast-bowling coach for the upcoming IPL season. This decision comes as the franchise overhauls its support staff aiming for improved performance. Vaas, known for his successful international career, will work alongside head coach Sourav Ganguly and batting coach Yuvraj Singh. The team looks to overcome recent disappointments and secure their first IPL title.

‘Nobody wants to be President in Iran’: Trump takes dig at Tehran’s leadership; mocks name Mohammad

Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and refreshed Xtreme 250R launched: Check price, features and other details

Hero MotoCorp has introduced the updated Xtreme 160R 4V and refreshed Xtreme 250R with advanced features. The Xtreme 160R 4V is priced starting at Rs 1.27 lakh, while the Xtreme 250R costs Rs 1.98 lakh. Both motorcycles will be available for bookings from October 17, 2026, and deliveries will start on November 1, 2026. The new models include updated designs, enhanced performance, and advanced electronics.

Will India Become the Back Office for AI Agents? | Infosys CTO Rafee Tarafda

Bangladesh is battling measles. It's a 'real warning' to other nations

Bangladesh is currently handling the world's most significant measles outbreak, aggravated by declining vaccination rates. The World Health Organization reported over 200,000 suspected cases, with over 1,000 deaths primarily affecting children under five. Efforts to combat the outbreak have been hindered due to incomplete data and insufficient outreach. Many unvaccinated children are missing out on vaccinations, particularly in rural areas.

$60 billion in 6 weeks: RBI's rupee defence comes at a cost

Reserve drain Forex reserves fall to $726 b on Oct 9 from $785.7 b on Sept 4, with latest reporting week alone showing a depletion of $8.58 b

Five workers killed, five injured in explosion at Gujarat chemical unit

Five workers died and five others sustained injuries from an explosion at a chemical unit in Gujarat's Bharuch district.

Five workers killed, five injured in explosion at Gujarat chemical unit

Five workers died and five others sustained injuries from an explosion at a chemical unit in Gujarat's Bharuch district.

'45-year age gap doesn't matter': 75-year-old UP man engaged to 30-year-old influencer after making reels together; wedding planned after Navratri

A 75-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh's Auraiya district has got engaged to 30-year-old influencer Reena Rajput after the pair reportedly grew closer while making videos together. Reena says age does not matter in love, and the couple plans to marry after Navratri. Their engagement video has drawn mixed reactions online.

Denmark Open 2026: Tanvi Sharma, Treesa-Gayatri's quarter-final losses end India's campaign

Indian shuttlers' campaign at the Denmark Open 2026 ended in the quarter-finals on Friday, with Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Tanvi Sharma suffering defeats in women's doubles and women's singles, respectively.

US reviving shuttered nuclear plants to meet growing electricity demand and to power data centres

The United States is planning to restart three closed nuclear plants to address rising energy needs. These plants were shut down due to high electricity costs but are now sought after for carbon-free energy. Large technology companies are contracting for power from these facilities, ensuring a stable revenue. Restarting these plants will be faster and cheaper than building new reactors.

'Anti-democratic, emergency-style mindset': BJP's CR Kesavan counters P Chidambaram, slams Rahul Gandhi

Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson CR Kesavan criticized Rahul Gandhi for associating with advocates of regime change. He stated that Gandhi's silence on the issue reflects an anti-democratic mindset. This response came after P Chidambaram defended the use of the term 'regime change' as a legitimate political process. The ongoing agitation against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has intensified tensions between the BJP and Congress.