The makers of “Maharani 4” on Wednesday unveiled the trailer of the series on Wednesday and it showcases an explosive storyline that promises a fierce battle that will reshape the future of Rani Bharti’s empire.

The upcoming new season has roped in two new names Rajeshwari Sachdev and Darsheel Safary.

Rajeshwari said that “Maharani” isn’t just a show, it’s a powerful narrative that reflects the pulse of politics and power.

Shares of Indian textile and shrimp exporters surged on Wednesday following US President Donald Trump's comments on a potential trade deal with India, raising investor expectations for reduced tariffs on domestic exports.

Export-oriented shrimp and textile stocks receive a major chunk of their revenue from the American market.

President Trump's comments at the APEC CEO Summit Luncheon in Gyeongju, South Korea, where he lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adding that he is going to "do a trade deal with India". US President Trump praised Modi, calling him “the nicest-looking guy” and “tough as hell.”

 Actor Sooraj Pancholi, son of producer-actor Aditya Pancholi and Zarina Wahab, has clarified that he has not quit films.

Sooraj took to Instagram after reports about him quitting the acting business started doing the rounds on the internet.

He wrote: “There are a few articles out there stating that I have quit films… Let me clarify

That is not at all true!”

The actor captioned the note with a heart, folded hands and a clapboard emoji.

Eating right, staying active, and managing stress can help lower the risk of strokes, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on World Stroke Day on Wednesday.

World Stroke Day is observed every year on October 29 to raise awareness of the prevention and treatment of the condition, and ensure better care and support for survivors. The theme this year is 'Every Minute Counts'.

Nadda pointed out that although strokes can occur suddenly, they are preventable with lifestyle changes.

Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will arrive in her constituency on Thursday for a two-day visit that will see her attend a series of public events across Wayanad and Malappuram districts.

Last year, around this time, the Congress leader had filed her nomination papers following the resignation of her brother and former Wayanad MP Rahul Gandhi, who chose to retain the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat.

Priyanka Gandhi recorded a decisive victory in the November 2024 Wayanad by-election, securing over four lakh votes.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed major changes to the way mutual funds are managed in the country.

The market regulator aims to lower brokerage costs, make fee disclosures clearer, and simplify how investors are charged.

In a new consultation paper reviewing the 1996 Mutual Fund Regulations, SEBI has suggested tightening the cost structures for Asset Management Companies (AMCs) so that more benefits reach investors directly.

One of the biggest proposals is a sharp cut in brokerage and transaction costs that mutual funds can link to their schemes.

 A helicopter that had flown to pick up trekkers from the base camp of Mt. Lobuche, a neighbouring peak of Mt. Everest, met with an accident early Wednesday morning, a senior police official said.

"The helicopter belonging to Altitude Air met with an accident at 7.50 a.m. when it skidded while landing at a helipad in Lobuche," said Deputy Superintendent of Police Manojit Kunwar, chief of Solukhumbu District Police.

"The only occupant of the helicopter, the pilot, was rescued and brought to Lukla Airport, near the mountain," he said.

Heat-related deaths have increased by 63 per cent since the 1990s, averaging 546,000 deaths yearly from 2012-21, according to an alarming report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change on Wednesday.

The report, authored by 128 multidisciplinary experts worldwide, showed how climate inaction is claiming millions of lives every year, causing widespread floods, droughts, and wildfires, and also facilitating the spread of infectious diseases across the globe.

The report, which comes ahead of the COP 30 to be held in November in Brazil, found that 12 of 20 key indicators tracking health threats have reached record levels, showing how climate inaction is costing lives, straining health systems, and undermining economies.

The weather in Delhi-NCR has taken a U-turn, with temperatures steadily falling from the last week of October into the first week of November. Light fog has begun appearing across several parts of the region, signaling the arrival of early winter conditions.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the maximum temperature in the coming days is likely to remain between 30 and 31 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may drop to around 17 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels are expected to stay between 50 and 90 per cent, resulting in a smog during the morning and evening hours.

As per the IMD forecast, the maximum temperature on October 29 is expected to be 28 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 18 degrees Celsius and shallow fog conditions. On October 30, light fog is likely to persist, with temperatures hovering around 30 degrees (max) and 18 degrees (min).

Heavy rain has been lashing parts of Telangana under the impact of severe cyclone Montha, which crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast near Narsapur.

Heavy rain inundated low-lying areas and disrupted vehicular transport in some areas.

Authorities in Khammam, Warangal, Mahabubabad, Suryapet and some other districts have declared a holiday for educational institutions.

Overflowing rivulets, streams and water bodies flooded the roads, cutting off villages in Nagarkurnool district, which shares a border with Andhra Pradesh.

The next three months should be more buoyant for industry as the GST cuts would translate to higher demand which in turn should lead to increased activity, a new Bank of Baroda (BoB) report said on Wednesday.

The announcement of GST reforms clubbed with festive season is expected to boost consumption demand in the near term. This is likely to offset the ongoing uncertainty pertaining to the trade negotiations, the report mentioned.

IIP growth edged up to 4 per cent in September, compared with 3.2 per cent growth in September last year.

The impact of Cyclone Montha is being increasingly felt across Bihar, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a heavy rainfall alert for several districts.

According to the latest IMD forecast, districts including West Champaran, Kaimur, Banka, Rohtas, Gaya, Sheikhpura, and Nawada are expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall on Wednesday as the cyclone’s outer bands move northward.

The cyclonic system is also likely to cause a notable drop in temperatures and strong gusty winds across parts of southern and western Bihar over the next 24 hours. The weather office has urged farmers to suspend harvesting and drying activities, while residents have been advised to avoid open areas and weak structures.

India’s gold reserves are increasingly being stored within the country as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) continues to shift its holdings back home.

The move comes at a time when nations across the world are using financial sanctions and asset freezes as tools of geopolitical pressure.

According to official data, the RBI brought around 64 tonnes of gold to India during the first six months of the current financial year.

As of September-end, India’s total gold holdings stood at 880.8 tonnes, out of which 575.8 tonnes are now kept in domestic vaults.

A fire broke out on the second floor of the State Bank of India's branch in the Dhakuria area of Kolkata on Wednesday.

Locals and bank security guards observed smoke emanating from the bank and immediately notified the Fire Department.

After receiving information, six fire engines rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control.

No one was injured in the incident.

The Fire Department has started investigating the cause of the fire.

Preliminary investigation revealed that a short circuit might have caused the fire.

Indian stock markets opened on a strong note on Wednesday, supported by a positive trend in global markets.

The Sensex rose 191 points, or 0.23 per cent, to start the day at 84,820. Similarly, the Nifty climbed 74 points, or 0.29 per cent, to open at 26,011.

"After a positive opening, Nifty can find support at 25,900 followed by 25,850 and 25,800. On the higher side, 26,000 can be an immediate resistance, followed by 26,050 and 26,100," market experts said.

"The charts of Bank Nifty indicate that it may get support at 58,100 followed by 58,000 and 57,900. If the index advances further, 58,300 would be the initial key resistance, followed by 58,400 and 58,500," they added.