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Indian airlines received bomb threats, as reported by sources. Among the airlines affected are IndiGo, Vistara, Air India, and Akasa Air, including some international routes. IndiGo had six flights impacted by the threats, which included routes such as 6E 58 from Jeddah to Mumbai, 6E 87 from Kozhikode to Dammam, and flights 6E 11 and 6E 17 from Delhi and Mumbai to Istanbul, respectively. Other affected services included 6E 133 from Pune to Jodhpur and 6E 112 from Goa to Ahmedabad.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Even if he does oversee a soft landing for the US economy, Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell will not deserve a place in the annals of history as the greatest central banker of all time. Not because bringing down inflation without causing a recession is as much a matter of luck as of skill—and economists will spend years debating how much of each Powell had—but because the mistakes the Fed made in 2021 will haunt the US economy for years to come.

Pakistan's intelligence agency and terror groups are trying to ramp up recruitment efforts in Jammu and Kashmir through digital platforms, as direct interactions become increasingly difficult due to heightened security measures, officials said on Sunday. These groups are now primarily using social media platforms and messaging apps such as X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Telegram to target vulnerable youth, according to an official. They are using fake profiles and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to evade detection.

FAST India) in collaboration with IIFL Securities. The largest disparity was observed in the number of publications per billion USD revenue, with global firms producing 8.4 times more publications than Indian firms, the report noted. Global firms generated 5.6 times more patents and 8.4 times more publications per billion USD of revenue compared to Indian firms.

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], October 20 (ANI): An encounter between security forces and terrorists is underway along the Line of Control (LOC) in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Army officially stated on Sunday. In a post on X, the Indian Army's Chinar Corps said that a joint anti-infiltration Operation was launched in the area. «Based on intelligence inputs regarding likely infiltration bid, a Joint anti-infiltration Operation was launched by #Indian Army & Jammu Kashmir Police along LOC in general area Uri, Baramulla. Alert troops spotted suspicious activity and challenged, which resulted in terrorists opening indiscriminate fire. Vigilant troops responded with effective fire. Operation is in progress,» the Chinar Corps said.

Uttar Pradesh when the son of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader married a Pakistani woman via an online «nikah.» Tahseen Shahid, a BJP corporator, arranged the marriage of his elder son, Mohammad Abbas Haider, to Andleep Zahra, a resident of Lahore. Despite efforts to secure a visa for the groom, the ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan prevented his travel, as per a PTI report. The situation became more urgent when the bride's mother, Rana Yasmin Zaidi, fell ill and was admitted to the ICU in Pakistan. In response to these challenges, Shahid opted for an online wedding ceremony.

earnings season is underway and as many as 182 companies will declare their results this week. Some of the marquee names include ICICI Bank, YES Bank, ITC, Bajaj Housing Finance, HUL, Ultratech Cement, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, IndiGo, Paytm, and Zomato among others. Here are the key earnings to watch out next week

Indian indices rebounded from the day's lows aided by private banks to end the session in the green as they broke their three-sessions losing streak. The 30-share BSE Sensex rose 218 points, or 0.27%, to settle at 81,224, while the broader Nifty climbed 104 points, or 0.42%, to close at 24,854. Commenting on the day's action, expert Rupak De of LKP Securities said that Nifty moved up sharply after pressing a panic bottom around 24,570 when it slipped below 24,700 level. «On the hourly chart, a positive divergence is visible on the RSI (14), indicating a shift toward positive price momentum. Immediate resistance is seen at 24,900, which previously acted as support. A decisive move above 24,900 could induce a short-term rally. The trend is likely to remain strong as long as the Nifty stays above 24,750,» De said.

healthcare workers who participated in a survey feel that their workplace is «unsafe», particularly in state and central government medical colleges. Led by experts from the Vardhman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC), Safdarjung Hospital and AIIMS, New Delhi, the study highlighted «significant gaps» in the security infrastructure within Indian healthcare settings. The «Workplace Safety and Security in Indian Healthcare Settings: A Cross-Sectional Survey» published in a recent issue of the journal 'Epidemiology International' underscored the urgent need for improving the prevailing safety and security measures in healthcare settings. The survey is a collaborative effort of Dr Kartik Chadhar and Dr Jugal Kishore from the VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital along with Dr Richa Mishra, Dr Semanti Das, Dr Indra Shekhar Prasad and Dr Prakalp Gupta from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.

Eknath Shinde's MP son Shrikant Shinde in the temple's sanctum sanctorum. Kalyan Lok Sabha member Shrikant Shinde was allowed entry into the sanctum sanctorum on Thursday evening despite a rule against it, sources earlier said. The opposition Congress had slammed the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh over the issue. Temple administrator Ganesh Dhakad on Saturday said that Vinod Chouksey, in-charge of 'darshan' (viewing of deity) arrangements, has been removed from his post for alleged carelessness.

Following JPMorgan, Citi, Goldman and Bank of America, Morgan Stanley today announced its third quarter results. They look great if you're a shareholder. They seem less good if you're an employee. 

NEW YORK (AP) — October isCybersecurityAwareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself from scams.

Kotak Mahindra Bank reported a 5% year-on-year rise in standalone profit to Rs 3,344 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 from Rs 3,191 crore a year ago led by a 11% rise in net interest income even as margins fell and provisions for non-performing assets increased. The bank's profit was lower than the Rs 3424 crore expected by a Bloomberg poll of analysts. Profit was helped by a 11% growth in net interest income (NII), or the difference between the interest earned on loans and that paid for deposits, led by a 17% growth in advances to Rs 4.19 lakh crore as at September 2024.

Jiribam district on Saturday. There were no casualties in the militants’ attack in the vicinity of the Borobekra police station. A senior police official said, «The armed militants fired from their sophisticated weapons targeting the Borobekra police station and the adjoining village. The guerillas also hurled bombs.» The official said that the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Manipur Police personnel immediately retaliated, leading to a heavy exchange of fire between the two sides. Additional security forces have rushed to the spot.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself from scams

On Friday, the 30-share BSE Sensex rose 218 points, or 0.27%, to settle at 81,224, while the broader NSE Nifty climbed 104 points, or 0.42%, to close at 24,854.

Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday claimed to have solved several grenade attack cases in Poonch with the arrest of two terrorists of the Jammu and Kashmir Ghaznavi Force (JKGF) in the district. Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Jammu Zone, Anand Jain said the arrest of Abdul Aziz and Manwar Hussain of Hari village is a «very big achievement» for the security agencies. In a joint operation on Friday, police along with troops of 37 Rashtriya Rifles and 38th Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) nabbed Aziz and recovered two hand grenades from his possession. During investigation, one more grenade was recovered from his house and his accomplice Hussain was also arrested along with a pistol, one magazine and nine rounds, the ADGP told reporters in Poonch. «They are part of a larger conspiracy and tried to create terror in Poonch district by carrying out grenade attacks at various locations, including a temple, a gurdwara, an Army camp and a hospital, to harm brotherhood,» he said.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind behind the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, has reportedly been killed.

Salman Khan is going all out on security after receiving multiple death threats. The ‘Dabangg’ star has reportedly invested in a brand new bulletproof car. Reports now suggest that the actor is going to great lengths to ensure his protection. According to Bollywood Society, Salman Khan has recently acquired a bulletproof Nissan Patrol SUV. Since this vehicle is not available in India, it is said that Khan is importing it from Dubai. The car, priced around Rs 2 crore, will reportedly incur additional costs for expedited delivery to India. Details about the car found online reveal that it comes equipped with cutting-edge security features, including sensors to detect explosives, reinforced glass capable of withstanding close-range gunfire and tinted black windows to conceal the identities of those inside. This is not the first time Salman Khan has made such a purchase; last year, he imported another bulletproof car from the UAE after receiving his first death threats from the Bishnoi gang, which also targeted his father, Salim Khan. For the unversed, the ‘Bodyguard’ actor has been a target of the notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi for quite some time now. Days after the murder of politician Baba Siddiqui (who was close to the star), he received fresh death threats.

foreign investors, muted second quarter earnings expectations, and elevated valuations acted as headwinds for the market during the week as benchmark indices ended in the red. But, even in a muted market, 42 smallcap stocks have delivered double-digit weekly returns with five of them offering over 25% returns.

productivity and potentially causing irreparable damage. Similarly, in the workplace, safety acts as the foundation that keeps all parts moving smoothly—ensuring that each team member can perform their role without fear of harm or disruption. When safety is overlooked, the organization risks grinding to a halt, suffering not only from productivity loss but also from damage to its reputation and the trust of its employees. Thus, workplace safety is not just a protective measure, but it is the silent yet critical force that keeps the organizational functions running effectively and efficiently. The expanding scope of workplace safety Traditionally, workplace safety has focused primarily on preventing physical injuries—ensuring that office setups are safe, emergency exits are accessible, and employees are trained to handle potential hazards. While these fundamentals remain essential, the concept of safety has evolved to embrace a more holistic approach, encompassing not only the physical but also the psychological and emotional well-being of employees along with safeguarding digital spaces.