BUSINESS
Apple-Globalstar $1.5 billion deal disrupts connectivity market, report says
Emma Mohr-McClune, Chief Analyst for Technology at GlobalData, stated that this is likely the largest and most impactful consumer OEM low-Earth-orbit (LEO) deal to date. The agreement positions Apple as the clear leader among Western OEMs for offering extended direct satellite texting and calling services, catering to both emergency and remote use cases. New Delhi: The $1.5 billion Apple-Globalstar deal packs a competitive punch for virtually all corners of the connectivity market ecosystem, from carriers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), according to a report on Wednesday. Apple plans to invest $1.1 billion in satellite communications company Globalstar, alongside a further $400 million for a 20 per cent equity stake in the business. According to Emma Mohr-McClune, Chief Analyst, Technology at GlobalData, this is arguably the largest and most significant consumer OEM low-Earth-orbit (LEO) deal to date, and the arrangement puts Apple in a clear leading position among western OEMs for extended direct and…
HYDERABAD
Watch: One injured as speeding car crashes into Metro Rail pillar at Madhapur in Hyderabad
Police said when the vehicle, on its way from Banjara Hills towards Hitec City, reached Madhapur, the driver lost control of the steering wheel and crashed into the median Hyderabad: One person was injured after a speeding car went out of control and crashed into a road median between the metro rail pillars at Madhapur on Wednesday. Police said when the vehicle, on its way from Banjara Hills towards Hitec City, reached Madhapur, the driver lost control of the steering wheel and crashed into the median. The car further jumped onto the other side with the same speed before coming to halt. The incident led to traffic jam on the busy road. The Madhapur police are investigating. Efforts are on to identify the car driver, who fled the spot immediately after the incident.
TECHNOLOGY
Pichai urges Google staff to ensure products remain trusted info source
In a memo to employees, Pichai reminded them of their role, stating, “whoever the voters choose, let’s remember our responsibility at work, through the products we create and as a business: to be a trusted source of information for people of all backgrounds and beliefs.” San Francisco: As the White House race entered the crucial counting stage, Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai told employees to make sure that “the products we build” are “a trusted source of information to people of every background and belief.” In a memo to employees, Pichai said whomever the voters entrust, “let’s remember the role we play at work, through the products we build and as a business: to be a trusted source of information to people of every background and belief”. “We will and must maintain that. In that spirit, it’s important that everyone continue to follow our Community Guidelines and Personal Political Activity Policy,” he…
SPORTS
Real Madrid’s knockout hopes dented in 3-1 loss to AC Milan
The loss leaves Real Madrid with six points from its first four matches in the tournament. Up next is an away game against Liverpool at Anfield. Beyond the result, coach Carlo Ancelotti may be more concerned with his team’s poor performance, especially given they had the advantage of a rest over the weekend. Madrid: Real Madrid’s qualification for the knockout stage of the Champions League suffered a major setback as they were beaten 3-1 at home to AC Milan. The defeat leaves Real Madrid with six points from its first four matches in the tournament, with a visit to play Liverpool at Anfield next on the agenda, and more than the result, coach Carlo Ancelotti will be worried by a poor performance from his side, who had a rest at the weekend. The game was just 12 minutes old when Malick Thiaw put Milan ahead with a near-post finish from a…
SPORTS
Champions League: Luis Diaz hat-trick powers Liverpool to 4-0 win over Leverkusen
A second-half goal surge on Tuesday night led the Reds to victory over Xabi Alonso’s Bundesliga champions, securing 12 points from their first four league-phase matches. Diaz opened the scoring in the 61st minute and wrapped it up in stoppage time, while Cody Gakpo added to the tally with a header for the hosts’ second goal of the night. Liverpool: Luis Diaz fired in a hat-trick to help Liverpool beat Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 at Anfield and maintain their perfect start in the Champions League. A second-half flurry of goals on Tuesday night saw the Reds overcome Xabi Alonso’s Bundesliga champions to take 12 points from their opening four matches in the league phase. Diaz opened the game’s scoring in the 61st minute and completed it in stoppage time, with Cody Gakpo also on the scoresheet by heading in the hosts’ second of the evening. Xabi Alonso’s Anfield return saw his Leverkusen side…
Football
Champions League: Gyokeres hat-trick leads sporting CP to comeback win over Manchester City
This marks Sporting’s first win over Manchester City in 27 Champions League matches. Phil Foden gave the English champions an early lead, but Geovany Quenda set up Gyökeres for the equalizer. Lisbon: Viktor Gyokeres’ hat-trick helped Sporting CP come from behind to crush Manchester City in the Champions League. This Sporting’s first win in 27 Champions League matches on Manchester City. Phil Foden’s strike had given the English champions an early lead, before Geovany Quenda found Gyokeres for the equaliser. The hosts scored twice in quick succession at the start of the second half, Maximiliano Araujo finishing off a well-worked team goal straight from kick-off before Gyokeres converted a penalty. Erling Haaland hit the crossbar from another penalty, before Gyokeres converted his second spot kick of the evening to wrap up a memorable final home game in charge for outgoing coach Ruben Amorim. City slip down to sixth in the Champions League table…
ENTERTAINMENT
Ayushmann Khurrana calls “Thama” the first love story in horror comedy universe
The film marks Ayushmann Khurrana’s debut in the genre and is set to release during Diwali 2025. It introduces a love story element, marking a departure for the universe. The film also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Mumbai: Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who will be seen in “Thama”, says it is the first love story of the horror comedy universe. “I’m excited that Dinesh Vijan feels this is the best time for me to enter his blockbuster horror-comedy universe in and as Thama,” Ayushmann told variety.com. The film marks Ayushmann’s first venture into the genre. It is scheduled to release on Diwali 2025. The film marks a departure for the universe by incorporating a love story element. It also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Aditya Sarpotdar directs from a screenplay by Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew, and Arun Fulara, with Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik producing. The actor…
ENTERTAINMENT
Neetu Kapoor shares heartwarming moment of Ranbir with daughter Raha on her 2nd birthday
The proud father is captured planting a sweet kiss on Raha’s cheek. On Wednesday, Neetu shared an adorable photo of Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and their daughter Raha. In the touching image, Ranbir lovingly kisses Raha on the head, while Alia watches the moment. Mumbai: Neetu Kapoor shared an adorable and heartwarming moment of Ranbir Kapoor with his daughter, Raha, as she celebrates her second birthday today. The proud father is seen planting a sweet kiss on Raha’s cheek. On Wednesday, Neetu shared an adorable photo featuring Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and their baby girl, Raha. In the heartwarming image, Ranbir is seen lovingly kissing Raha on her head, with Alia watching the moment. Alongside the picture, Neetu wrote, “Our pyaar’s birthday, God bless.” The little birthday girl looks absolutely adorable, sitting between her parents in the car, with her beautiful eyes stealing the spotlight. Riddhima Kapoor Sahni also shared a lovely picture…
International
Donald Trump declares victory; makes forceful comeback
With results continuing to come in from various states giving a clear indication of a Trump victory, the 78-year-old Republican leader addressed his supporters at West Palm Beach in Florida, declaring victory and promising a “golden age of America”. Washington: Former President Donald Trump is projected to win the US presidency Wednesday for a second term in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history, cruising past his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in a bitterly fought election. With results continuing to come in from various states giving a clear indication of a Trump victory, the 78-year-old Republican leader addressed his supporters at West Palm Beach in Florida, declaring victory and promising a “golden age of America”. According to races called by the Associated Press up to 2 pm (IST), 267 electoral votes had gone to Republican candidate Trump and 224 to Democratic Party’s Harris. Trump was just three votes short of a victory. “This…
National
PM Modi congratulates ‘friend’ Donald Trump, says let’s work together for betterment of people, global peace
In September, the former US President had called PM Modi a ‘fantastic man,’ hoping that they would meet during the Prime Minister’s US visit for the Quad Summit and UN General Assembly session in New York New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday afternoon congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the US presidential elections, asserting that he is looking forward to renewing collaboration with the 78-year-old leader to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. “Heartiest congratulations my friend, Donald Trump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together, let’s work for the betterment of our people and to promote global peace, stability and prosperity,” PM Modi posted on X after Trump’s triumph in the US election. Earlier, the Republican candidate declared victory with some US media…
National
Pawan Kalyan buys 12 more acres land in Pithapuram constituency
This is the third piece of land purchased by the Jana Sena leader in the constituency since assuming office as the Deputy Chief Minister following the victory of the Telugu Desam Party-led National Democratic Alliance in June Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has purchased another piece of 12 acres land in his Assembly constituency Pithapuram in Kakinada district. State Civil Supplies Corporation Chairman Tota Sudheer completed registration formalities for the land in Illindrada on behalf of Pawan Kalyan on Tuesday. This is the third piece of land purchased by the Jana Sena leader in the constituency since assuming office as the Deputy Chief Minister following the victory of the Telugu Desam Party-led National Democratic Alliance in June. The actor-turned-politician purchased two parcels of land measuring 1.44 acres and 2.08 acres in Bhogapuram and Illindrada revenue limits during July. With the latest purchase, Pawan Kalyan now owns 15.52 acres…
Telangana
Three die in separate accidents in Medak
In another incident, a Mission Bhagiratha helper died as an unidentified vehicle knocked down his two-wheeler at Shubashpally in Shivvampet Medak: Two persons died as the motorbike they were riding on slipped into a roadside nala in Narsapur town on Wednesday. Both Ramulu (34) and Narasimhulu (30), residents of Kagaz Maddur, died on the spot. The bodies were shifted to the government hospital in Narsapur for postmortem. In another incident, a Mission Bhagiratha helper died as an unidentified vehicle knocked down his two-wheeler at Shubashpally in Shivvampet. Sadula Srinivas (55), a resident of Musapet in Narsapur, was working with the Mission Bhagiratha in Toopran. A case was registered.
Telangana
NTPC accords investment approval to Ramagundam Phase-II thermal project
The National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) board on Tuesday accorded investment approval for the project at an appraised current estimated cost of Rs.29,344.85 crore Hyderabad: Even as the State government reportedly decided against signing the power purchase agreement (PPA) for Telangana Super Thermal Power Project, Phase-II (3×800 MW), Ramagundam, the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) board on Tuesday accorded investment approval for the project at an appraised current estimated cost of Rs.29,344.85 crore. The NTPC board of directors have also announced the construction of the Gadarwara Super Thermal Power Project Stage-II (2×800 MW), at an estimated cost of Rs.20,445.69 crore, and the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project Stage-II (3×800 MW) at an appraised current estimated cost of Rs.29,947.91 crore, along with the Telangana thermal project. The State government has reportedly decided against signing the PPA for NTPC-Ramagundam Phase-2, citing projected power costs which could burden the consumers. Instead, the government was…
HYDERABAD
Hyderabad maintains clean air amid rising pollution nationwide: CREA report
The city recorded a PM2.5 level of 31 µg/m³ in October, placing it within the “satisfactory” air quality category and within India’s National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) Hyderabad: Hyderabad’s air quality held strong in October, bucking a nationwide trend of rising pollution as northern and central Indian cities saw significant jumps in PM2.5 concentrations. According to a report from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), the city recorded a PM2.5 level of 31 µg/m³ in October, placing it within the “satisfactory” air quality category and within India’s National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), while many other cities struggled with rising particulate matter levels. The latest air quality report highlighted that while 214 cities out of 263 with monitoring stations met India’s NAAQS of 60 µg/m³ for PM2.5, only 13 cities managed to stay within the World Health Organization’s recommended daily limit of 15 µg/m³. Hyderabad’s air,…
HYDERABAD
Prateek Kuhad’s Silhouettes Tour to be held in Hyderabad on Nov 8
Prateek’s musical palette has a diverse range of Hindi and English songs that resonate with audiences of all musical tastes, a press release said Hyderabad: Johnie Walker Refreshing Mixer, non-alcoholic is presenting the Silhouettes Tour, featuring the talented singer, producer, and songwriter, Prateek Kuhad in Hyderabad. Curated by Tribevibe Entertainment in collaboration with Book My Show, Prateek Kuhad’s Silhouettes Tour with its electrifying and melodious performances is scheduled for November 8, at the Hitex Exhibition Center. Prateek’s musical palette has a diverse range of Hindi and English songs that resonate with audiences of all musical tastes, a press release said. Hits like ‘Kho Gaye Hum Kaha’, ‘Kasoor’, ‘Khone do’, amongst others resonate deeply often exploring themes of love and self-discovery. Apart from Hyderabad, the Silhouettes Tour is to rock the stages in eight more cities – Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Gurgaon, Jaipur, Kolkata, Guwahati, Indore, and Ahmedabad.
HYDERABAD
Award distribution ceremony held for TES-44 Cadets at MCEME in Hyderabad
The ceremony was attended by Lieutenant General Neeraj Varshney, Commandant MCEME and Colonel Commandant of Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) Hyderabad: The award distribution ceremony for Officer Cadets of Technical Entry Scheme-44 undergoing training at Cadets Training Wing, Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers, was conducted on Wednesday post successful completion of their military training. The event marks a significant milestone for these young cadets as they move forward for their commissioning in the Indian Army. The ceremony was attended by Lieutenant General Neeraj Varshney, Commandant MCEME and Colonel Commandant of Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME). The General Officer felicitated the meritorious cadets, recognizing their hard work and dedication in both academic and military disciplines. Cadets who have demonstrated excellence in sports and training were awarded medals and distinctions, a testament to their skill, discipline and commitment, a press release said. Lt Gen Neeraj Varshney encouraged the…
ENTERTAINMENT
Prabhas launches ‘The Script Craft’ to support writers
The initiative gives writers a platform where they can share their story ideas with a broad audience, showcase their creativity, and gain visibility Mumbai: Actor Prabhas, whose movie ‘Kalki 2898 AD‘ registered a solid success at the box-office, is moving up to the top of Maslow’s hierarchy. The actor has launched The Script Craft, a platform dedicated to promoting and encouraging writers. The initiative gives writers a platform where they can share their story ideas with a broad audience, showcase their creativity, and gain visibility. Writers can submit a 250-word synopsis of their story ideas. Audiences can then read and rate these submissions, with the highest-rated stories rising to the top. The feedback system focuses on ratings rather than comments, creating a constructive environment that helps writers build confidence and receive positive support for their ideas. To mark its launch, The Script Craft has introduced a special contest titled ‘Imagine Your Favourite…
Bollywood
Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ to release on Diwali 2026
The film’s first poster, revealing Ranbir in the role of Lord Ram, has also been unveiled. This two-part epic is directed by Nitesh Tiwari, with the release dates confirmed by Namit Malhotra from Prime Focus Studios. Mumbai: The makers of the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Ramayana Part 1 and Ramayana Part 2’ have set Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027 as the release dates for his upcoming films. The film’s first poster, revealing Ranbir in the role of Lord Ram, has also been unveiled. This two-part epic is directed by Nitesh Tiwari, with the release dates confirmed by Namit Malhotra from Prime Focus Studios. In a statement, Namit shared, “More than a decade ago, I embarked on a noble quest to bring this epic that has ruled billions of hearts for over 5000 years to the big screen. And today, I am thrilled to see it taking shape beautifully as our teams work tirelessly with only one…
ENTERTAINMENT
Andhra Pradesh HC quashes poll code violation case against Allu Arjun
The actor on May 11 had visited the house of the Nandyal MLA and his friend Silpa Ravi, who was seeking re-election. As no prior permission was taken from the Returning Officer, a case was booked against him and the then MLA and YSR Congress candidate Amaravati: In a huge relief to Tollywood actor Allu Arjun, the Andhra Pradesh High Court on Wednesday quashed a poll code violation case against him. On a petition filed by the ‘Pushpa’ actor, the High Court quashed the First Information Report (FIR) booked by the Nandyal town police which alleged that he violated the poll code during the Assembly elections in May. The actor on May 11 had visited the house of the Nandyal MLA and his friend Silpa Ravi, who was seeking re-election. As no prior permission was taken from the Returning Officer, a case was booked against him and the then MLA and YSR Congress candidate.…
National
Your love for sarees may raise risk of skin cancer, warns study
The phenomenon has previously been described as ‘saree cancer,’ but it is the tightness of the waist cord that’s to blame, the doctors pointed out in the study published in the BMJ Case Reports, and dubbed it as ‘petticoat cancer. New Delhi: Love to wear sarees daily? Beware, draping it tightly may give you skin cancer, warned doctors in Bihar and Maharashtra on Wednesday. After treating two women with this type of malignancy, doctors from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in Wardha, and Madhubani Medical College and Hospital, in Bihar warned that tightly tied waist cord of the underskirt (petticoat) traditionally worn under a saree, particularly in rural parts of India, may cause continued friction linked to chronic inflammation, leading to skin ulceration, and in some cases, progress to skin cancer. The phenomenon has previously been described as ‘saree cancer,’ but it is the tightness of the waist cord that’s to blame,…
