India, France Chart Next Phase of Space Ties with Focus on Human Spaceflight and Start-ups
India and France reviewed six decades of space cooperation and agreed to widen it to human spaceflight, microgravity research and start-up collaboration.
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Karnataka Renews Push for Mekedatu Clearance, Seeks Nod for Irrigation Projects
Karnataka has urged the Centre to expedite clearance for the Mekedatu project and sought early CWC appraisal of its DPR, besides pressing for assistance on the Upper Bhadra scheme.
YSRCP Leader Seeks Probe Into Lathi-Charge on Secretariat Employees in Vijayawada
YSRCP's Anantapur district president condemns the lathi-charge on protesting secretariat employees in Vijayawada and seeks an inquiry.
Karnataka seeks State-specific flexibility in coastal zone plan, Western Ghats draft
Karnataka has asked the Centre to weigh its ecological, livelihood and development concerns before finalising the CZMP revision and the Western Ghats draft notification.
Railways clears tri-weekly Machilipatnam–Kurnool City Express via Vijayawada
Indian Railways has approved a new tri-weekly express between Machilipatnam and Kurnool City, covering 499 km via Vijayawada.
Gadag KRIDL engineer still missing; five police teams on trail
Five police teams are searching for missing KRIDL engineer Parvez Dharwad of Gadag, with two teams in Andhra Pradesh; no trace yet.
Mandya DC bars banks, MFIs from forcible loan recovery amid drought
Mandya Deputy Commissioner Kumar has directed banks, microfinance and housing finance institutions to halt forcible loan recovery during the drought.
Naveen Patnaik Leads Massive BJD Protest Against New Mining Law in Odisha
BJD president Naveen Patnaik led a large protest in Bhubaneswar against the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026, warning of annual losses and accusing the BJP government of silence on Odisha's interests.
Second POCSO Case Filed Against Veeramani as SIT Widens Probe
A fresh POCSO case has been registered against granite businessman R Veeramani after a mother approached the Special Investigation Team, widening an inquiry that has already led to four arrests.
Mirum's brelovitug hits main goal in late-stage hepatitis delta trial
Mirum Pharmaceuticals said brelovitug met the primary endpoint of a late-stage hepatitis delta study, with 56% and 45% response rates at two doses versus 0% in delayed treatment.
Delhi Unveils Winter Pollution Action Plan With Vehicle Curbs, Work-From-Home Mandate
Delhi has finalised a winter pollution action plan featuring vehicle entry curbs, staggered office timings, 50% work-from-home and construction bans, effective November 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027.
J&K Assembly Passes Statehood Resolution as BJP Walks Out
The Jammu & Kashmir Assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to restore statehood, with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah challenging the delay and the BJP walking out in protest.
Ministry of Steel to Set Up Apex Safety Council for the Steel Industry
The Ministry of Steel will establish the Steel Industry Safety Council and a supporting Safety Directorate to strengthen safety standards and accident prevention in the steel industry.
SpaceX Starship blasts off on first orbital attempt, targeting six laps around Earth
SpaceX launched Starship on its first orbital attempt, aiming for six laps around Earth as it pushes to certify the rocket for NASA's Artemis moon programme.
SpaceX's Starship lifts off on 14th flight, reaches orbit for first time
SpaceX launched Starship on its 14th flight, the rocket's first trip to orbit and first operational satellite release.
Thirumavalavan Urges Tamil Nadu to Drop Meter-Reading Outsourcing Plan
VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan has asked Tamil Nadu to scrap its plan to outsource electricity meter reading and instead fill TNPDCL vacancies through internal recruitment.
Jagan Seeks Judicial Probe into Lathi-Charge on Secretariat Staff in Vijayawada
Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy condemned the police action against protesting secretariat employees in Vijayawada and sought a judicial inquiry, an apology and withdrawal of suspensions.
Karnataka: CM Slams Opposition Over Drought Delegation Boycott; BMTC Trials ADAS
Karnataka CM criticises BJP and JD(S) for skipping the all-party drought delegation to the Centre, while the Deputy CM acknowledges fiscal strain from guarantee schemes.
Wage ceiling hike to Rs 25,000 will widen social protection net: Labour Secretary
Labour Secretary Chandra Bhushan Kumar calls the Rs 25,000 wage ceiling revision a win-win, saying it extends social protection to marginal and gig workers.
Six-member gang breaks into Manikonda apartment, threatens resident
A six-member gang broke into a Manikonda apartment complex early on Sunday, stole valuables worth about ₹80,000 and threatened a resident before fleeing.