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EntertainmentPhoto: Aaj TakUttarakhand minister Subodh Uniyal criticized singer Daler Mehndi during his performance at the Kunjapuri fair. This incident sparked a debate about the dignity of artists, audience expectations, and professional accountability. Actor Rajpal Yadav defended Daler Mehndi, stating that the singer does not consume alcohol, responding to the minister's remarks.
Aaj Tak··Uttarakhand
HealthPhoto: Hindu WorldNigeria has confirmed its first Ebola case as the Bundibugyo strain. The patient is a diplomat, according to Olajumoke Babatunde, Director of Public Health Lab Service at the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. Multiple molecular tests confirmed the strain. An emergency meeting was held on October 21, 2026, to discuss the outbreak. Kenya also reported its first Ebola case imported from Congo.
Hindu World··Lagos
SciencePhoto: TOI WorldLake Moraine in Madison County, New York, is at a reduced water level as the state performs major repairs on the Madison Reservoir Dam. Built in 1836, the dam was originally constructed to supply water from Madison Brook (Payne Brook) to the Chenango Canal. This rehabilitation marks significant maintenance nearly 190 years after its construction.
TOI World··Madison County
EntertainmentPhoto: HT EntertainmentActors Gaurav Khanna and Shraddha Arya performed Durga Puja rituals on the set of their upcoming Star Plus show, which will replace Smriti Irani’s Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi season 2. Producer Ektaa Kapoor confirmed the new show but has not yet revealed its title or storyline. The actors were recently seen at Balaji Telefilms office, generating buzz about their first collaboration.
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BusinessPhoto: News18Hi BusinessOn October 21, PC Jeweller shares rose nearly 6% to a 52-week high after the company cleared dues with 14 banks, becoming debt-free and boosting investor sentiment. Conversely, Yes Bank shares dropped about 4% to ₹16.25 following the Supreme Court's ruling on AT-1 bond reinstatement, raising concerns over the bank's profits and capital. Nomura also lowered Yes Bank's target price.
News18Hi Business·
EntertainmentPhoto: Hindu EntertainmentParwati Dutta, trained under legendary gurus Pt. Birju Maharaj and Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, founded Mahagami Gurukul in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar). This classical arts center, part of Mahatma Gandhi Mission, has nurtured generations of dancers and musicians for 30 years. The gurukul, known for its serene environment and daily classical arts practice, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the festival 'Satata Trimsat'.
Hindu Entertainment··Aurangabad
Aaj Tak··Uttarakhand
Photo: Aaj TakUttarakhand minister Subodh Uniyal criticized singer Daler Mehndi during his performance at the Kunjapuri fair. This incident sparked a debate about the dignity of artists, audience expectations, and professional accountability. Actor Rajpal Yadav defended Daler Mehndi, stating that the singer does not consume alcohol, responding to the minister's remarks.
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