‘HOLD FAST TO WHAT IS GOOD’
Oct 17, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences after a tragic stampede in Kolkata resulted in multiple fatalities. The incident occurred during a community Durga Puja event that drew significant crowds. Modi announced an ex gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. Local authorities are currently providing all possible assistance to those impacted by the event.
The Manchester Evening News looks back on the cases before our region's court this week
People looking to adopt a furry friend can fill in an application form on the RSPCA's website
Assam has started the Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls to enhance accuracy and accessibility. The draft electoral rolls will be published on November 12, followed by a period for claims and objections. Polling stations will be rationalized to ensure no elector travels more than two kilometres to vote. The final electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on January 4, 2027.
Rain triggered a rush among people waiting outside the Chorbagan pandal, with several falling on the road as the crowd surged forward
Despite internal conflicts among the senior state leaders, the BJP has been able to showcase unity with leaders standing behind CM Bhajan Lal Sharma. In Congress every leader is talking about unity but the differences keep surfacing. Recently while a group of Tribal leaders joining the party at Gehlot's residence raised slogans about 'Gehlot as CM for fourth time'.
A landlord fined a Gen Z tenant for paying rent a day late, but the renter responded by tracking 63 days of allegedly unresolved repairs in a shared spreadsheet. When the landlord reportedly asked for the document to be removed, the tenant refused, sparking an online debate about rental rules, accountability and tenants’ rights.
Despite being new to the M&S website, the glamorous dress is already selling fast
India and West Indies concluded their five-match T20 series with a 2-2 draw. The final game was interrupted by rain, preventing its completion. India had scored 118-5 in 7.4 overs before the match was abandoned. Veteran seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar did not have a chance to bowl in this match. This match was significant as it marked the return of international cricket to Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev sees a possible commercial and political dimension to the visit, alongside discussions on bilateral and regional issues.
Amy Dowden is refusing to let negative comments get to her
