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Sheila E. Condemns Carson Jazz Festival After Fan's Death
The percussionist says she wouldn’t have performed if she’d known the body of a deceased attendee remained on-site during the show.
7 Oct 20262 min read
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Dolly Parton's Nephew Faces Allegations Over Profanity-Laced Emails
Dolly Parton’s nephew Bryan Seaver allegedly sent profanity-filled emails to staff and managers just four days before her passing. The messages, tied to security disputes at Nashville properties, led to a restraining order and his dismissal after 20 years in the role.
6 Oct 20261 min
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India Finishes 4th at Asian Games 2026 with 85 Medals
India ended the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in fourth place with 85 medals—21 gold, 27 silver, 37 bronze—falling short of Hangzhou's record haul. Archery, hockey, and boxing delivered standout wins, but shooting and athletics underperformed.
5 Oct 20262 min
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Mumbai's Navratri Gets Pet-Friendly Twist With Silent Headphones
Mumbai’s Pawratri 2026 blends Navratri celebrations with pet welfare, featuring silent headphones, pet microchipping, and a dedicated prasad partner for pet-safe treats. The event marks a shift in how the city celebrates festivals.
4 Oct 20262 min
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TVK Joins India Alliance Amid Tamil Nadu Protests
The Tamil Nadu-based TVK has joined the India Alliance, announced by Congress leader Manickam Tagore during a coalition meeting. The move comes as protests against Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar intensify, with a mass rally scheduled in Chennai on October 15. Vijay has not commented on the alliance, and his participation in the event remains uncertain.
4 Oct 20261 min
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Neeru Dhanda To Carry India's Flag At Asian Games Closing Ceremony
Shooter Neeru Dhanda will be India's women's flag-bearer at the Asian Games 2026 closing ceremony in Nagoya on Sunday, which airs live in India on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV from 2:30 PM IST.
4 Oct 20261 min
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Ryan Scott Defends Gypsy Rose After Ken Urker's Death
Ryan Scott Anderson, Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s former husband, has publicly defended her amid speculation following the sudden death of her ex-fiancé Ken Urker. He said he doesn’t believe she had any role in the incident.
4 Oct 20262 min
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Barack and Michelle Obama Quash Divorce Rumors After 34 Years
Barack and Michelle Obama have addressed persistent divorce rumors following their 34th wedding anniversary, clarifying that her absence from public events was due to personal wellness and scheduling, not marital strain.
4 Oct 20262 min
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Aman Sehrawat Wins Gold in Men's Freestyle 57kg Wrestling
Aman Sehrawat secured India's latest wrestling gold at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, overcoming a world champion in the men's freestyle 57kg final with a composed 11-7 victory after a strong comeback in the semifinals.
3 Oct 20261 min
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India Rises to Fourth in Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally
India surged to fourth place in the Asian Games 2026 medal standings after a dominant Day 15, claiming five golds in hockey, cricket, wrestling, archery, and golf. Kumkum Anil Mohod made history with India's first individual recurve archery gold, while Pranavi Urs became the first Indian woman to win individual gold in golf.
3 Oct 20262 min
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Mumbai Monsoon Exits Five Days Early, Second Fastest In 25 Years
IMD declared Mumbai's monsoon withdrawal on October 3, five days ahead of schedule and the second earliest in 25 years. Maharashtra logged a 19% rainfall deficit overall as October heat sets in.
3 Oct 20262 min
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Naseeruddin Shah Hugs CJP Founder in Mumbai Protest
Naseeruddin Shah's unexpected embrace of CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke during a Mumbai protest against the Chief Election Commissioner has gone viral. The moment drew praise from netizens and attention from the film fraternity, including Shabana Azmi and Vishal Dadlani, who also attended the event.
2 Oct 20262 min
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India Wins Historic Archery Gold at Asian Games 2026
India claimed its first-ever gold in women's recurve archery at the Asian Games 2026, defeating South Korea 5-3. Seventeen-year-old Kumkum Mohod delivered key 10s under pressure, while Ankita Bhakat and Kirti Sharma anchored the team’s nerve in a tense final.
2 Oct 20262 min
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Gandhi Jayanti 2026: New Docs, Podcasts Reveal Hidden Layers
From restored archival footage to intimate podcasts with Tushar Gandhi, fresh takes on Mahatma Gandhi are emerging across platforms—challenging familiar narratives and spotlighting overlooked figures like Kasturba.
2 Oct 20262 min