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PoliticsPhoto: The HinduThe Vettri Payanam scheme, launched on Gandhi Jayanti, extends the existing women's zero-fare bus scheme, Vidiyal Payanam, to provide no-fare bus rides. It is expected to cost an additional ₹1,600 crore annually, with a total estimated cost of ₹6,000 crore. The initiative aims to increase economic mileage by promoting free public transport.
The Hindu·
SportsPhoto: News18Hi SportsIn the third T20 match against West Indies in Indore, Indian batsman Tilak Varma was run out in a bizarre manner after mistakenly thinking a shot was a boundary. Both batsmen celebrated prematurely while the ball was still in play. Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir expressed anger over this mental lapse. Similar incidents occurred with Ian Bell in 2011 and Azhar Ali in 2018.
News18Hi Sports··Indore
PoliticsPhoto: The HinduThe Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) vowed to intensify its agitation against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on October 11, 2026. Around 200 people were detained during protests in New Delhi, which was under heavy security. The Supreme Court directed authorities not to detain peaceful protesters illegally and to ensure normal functioning of Delhi Metro and Internet services while maintaining law and order.
The Hindu··New Delhi
BusinessPhoto: MintDonald Trump announced that Russia will supply the US with 4.8 million tonnes of diesel despite falling Russian exports and sanctions concerns. Questions remain about whether this deal will effectively lower fuel prices in the US. The situation highlights uncertainties over Moscow's ability to fulfill its diesel supply promises amid geopolitical tensions.
Mint·
PoliticsPhoto: News18Hi EntertainmentFilmmaker Vivek Agnihotri sparked controversy after suggesting a tax on religion. The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) strongly criticized him. VHP national spokesperson Vinod Bansal called Agnihotri 'ungrateful,' accusing him of questioning the Hindu society and traditions that shaped his identity. The dispute centers on Agnihotri's remarks about Hinduism, which triggered backlash from the organization.
News18Hi Entertainment·
SportsPhoto: TOI SportsIndia won the third T20I against West Indies by 14 runs, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Abhishek Sharma scored a rapid 69 off 30 balls, helping India set a target of 224 runs. Despite strong batting from Shimron Hetmyer and Kamil Pooran, West Indies managed 209 runs. Arshdeep Singh's three wickets were key to India's victory.
TOI Sports·
The Hindu·
Photo: The HinduThe Vettri Payanam scheme, launched on Gandhi Jayanti, extends the existing women's zero-fare bus scheme, Vidiyal Payanam, to provide no-fare bus rides. It is expected to cost an additional ₹1,600 crore annually, with a total estimated cost of ₹6,000 crore. The initiative aims to increase economic mileage by promoting free public transport.
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