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WorldPhoto: Hindu WorldOn October 21, 2026, Yemen’s Houthis claimed attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Defence Ministry, Aramco facilities in Yanbu, and Dammam airport. Saudi Arabia’s Energy Ministry reported that debris from an intercepted drone killed two people and injured two others at an Aramco-operated oil field in the southeast of the country.
Hindu World·
SciencePhoto: Deccan HeraldTelangana has experienced a 95% rainfall deficit from October 1 to 22, receiving only 3.5 mm against the normal 74 mm due to a weak Northeast monsoon and possible El Niño effects. Eighteen districts are classified as 'Large Deficient' and 15 as 'No Rain.' Nine districts recorded no rain, including Mancherial and Karimnagar. Hyderabad received just 0.2 mm compared to the usual 97 mm, raising concerns about the rest of October's rainfall.
Deccan Herald·
WorldPhoto: Hindustan TimesA passenger bus carrying 46 people crashed into a roadside tree in Chhattisgarh’s Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur district, killing six and injuring 40. The accident occurred near Semarmathani turn on the Manendragarh-Kelhari road when the driver lost control. Four injured are critical. Deceased include Panchram, Madhu, Neha, Sipahi Lal, Sangeeta, and Sukaron. Injured were hospitalized in Manendragarh, Chirmiri, and Ambikapur.
Hindustan Times··Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur
TechnologyPhoto: The HinduJain College of Engineering and Research in Belagavi is hosting ICCMN-2026, an international conference on computing, communication, and wireless technology, on Friday and Saturday. Out of 2,342 submitted papers, 252 were selected across 26 technical tracks, reviewed by 562 experts. Speakers from eight countries, including India, the US, China, and Australia, will present research and foster academic-industrial collaboration.
The Hindu··Belagavi
BusinessPhoto: News18 HindiJio Platforms' IPO is divided into four categories, each with specific eligibility criteria. Investors who apply within their category have a higher chance of share allotment. The company allows investors to invest in multiple categories under certain conditions, but share allocation depends on availability and system processes.
News18 Hindi·
BusinessPhoto: ET EnergyHindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) reported a 6.1% decline in net profit for Q2 FY27, falling to ₹3,625 crore despite a 26.1% increase in revenue. Key developments include the launch of India's first blue hydrogen refinery unit and new LPG products, highlighting HPCL's strategic initiatives for growth and innovation.
ET Energy·
Hindu World·
Photo: Hindu WorldOn October 21, 2026, Yemen’s Houthis claimed attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Defence Ministry, Aramco facilities in Yanbu, and Dammam airport. Saudi Arabia’s Energy Ministry reported that debris from an intercepted drone killed two people and injured two others at an Aramco-operated oil field in the southeast of the country.
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