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PoliticsPhoto: Economic TimesOn October 28, 2026, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a 3% increase in dearness relief for pensioners, raising the rate from 60% to 63%. This adjustment benefits both regular and family pensioners under the Old and Unified Pensioner Schemes, improving monthly pension amounts and providing greater financial support to retirees across India.
Economic Times·
SportsPhoto: Aaj TakGautam Gambhir was seen advising young batsman Vaibhav Suryavanshi during a practice session, raising anticipation for his role in the fourth T20 against New Zealand. Ishan Kishan's groin injury status remains uncertain. If Ishan is unable to play, Vaibhav may get another opportunity to open alongside Abhishek Sharma.
Aaj Tak··Auckland
HealthPhoto: Prabhat KhabarDuring Cyclone Arnab, 931 babies were born in Odisha amid heavy rain and strong winds. Parents chose unique names related to the storm and weather, such as Arnav, Varsha, Toofan, and Pawan. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi stated that 2,245 pregnant women were safely moved to health centers, and all births were safe with healthy mothers and babies. These births mark a memorable moment for the families.
Prabhat Khabar··Odisha
EntertainmentPhoto: News18 MoviesAkshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar will reunite for director Priyadarshan's upcoming untitled film, marking their third collaboration after Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and Raksha Bandhan. The film, Priyadarshan's 99th, will start shooting by late November across Rajasthan, Mumbai, and Bhopal. Akshay will play a quirky tiger hunter in this 1970s-set movie, produced by Ramesh Taurani.
News18 Movies·
BusinessPhoto: NDTV BusinessMTAR Technologies reported a sharp rise in Q2 fiscal 2027 net profit to Rs 59.83 crore from Rs 4.25 crore year-on-year. Revenue increased to Rs 406.77 crore from Rs 135.59 crore. EBITDA rose to Rs 99 crore with a margin of 24.3%. The Hyderabad NCLT approved the merger of two subsidiaries with MTAR, enhancing its aerospace and defence business.
NDTV Business··Hyderabad
EntertainmentPhoto: Hindu EntertainmentDarshana Jhaveri, a legendary Manipuri dancer, has dedicated seventy years to preserving and teaching this classical dance form. Trained by Guru Bipin Singh, she played a key role in popularizing Manipuri dance on modern stages. At the Satata Trimsat festival celebrating Mahagami Gurukul's 30th anniversary, she shared her passion and insights with students, inspiring the next generation.
Hindu Entertainment·
Economic Times·
Photo: Economic TimesOn October 28, 2026, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a 3% increase in dearness relief for pensioners, raising the rate from 60% to 63%. This adjustment benefits both regular and family pensioners under the Old and Unified Pensioner Schemes, improving monthly pension amounts and providing greater financial support to retirees across India.
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