Lakhs of butterflies are migrating from the Eastern Ghats to the Western Ghats across Tamil Nadu to escape heavy North-East monsoon rains. Cities including Coimbatore, Salem, and Tiruppur are witnessing the migration, with members of The Nature and Butterfly Society recording up to 120 butterflies per minute in some areas. The insects travel hundreds of kilometers to reach host plants in deep forests, where they will feed, mate, and lay eggs.

Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh has cautioned fans against sharing personal information with pages claiming to recruit volunteers for his Delhi concert, warning of potential scams. The singer is set to perform at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 30 as part of his Aura India Tour, which will also visit several other Indian cities. Diljit's team had previously come across several such posts on social media.

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has asked the Srinagar Deputy Commissioner to appear personally and explain a preventive detention order passed under the Public Safety Act. Hearing a petition by Zubair Amin Bangroo, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal stated that the order appeared reckless, lacked specific details, and contained internal inconsistencies. Bangroo was detained over alleged links to terrorist elements and providing them logistical support.

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor apologized for a mistake he made at a Dussehra event in Kolkata, where he mistakenly used a phrase from a different film, "Jo bhi main kehna chahoon, barbaad karein alfaaz mere". He clarified that he meant to say "Burai chahe kitne bhi taaqatwar kyun na ho, aakhir mein jeet sachhai aur achhai ki hi hogi". The incident occurred during promotions for his upcoming film Ramayana, which is set to release on November 5.

Pune-based Force Motors has tied up with Rosmerta Auto Recycling to help customers scrap their end-of-life vehicles. Announced on Thursday, the agreement allows vehicle owners to send old models to Rosmerta’s registered facility in the National Capital Region. The center will safely depollute, dismantle, and recycle materials such as steel and aluminium. This initiative aims to simplify the vehicle disposal process for owners while promoting eco-friendly recycling.

India's renewable energy capacity was curtailed by 378.52 million units in September 2026, equivalent to 1.28% of total renewable energy generation, due to transmission constraints, limited battery energy storage, and grid flexibility issues. The curtailment was mainly driven by solar power, accounting for 83% of the total, and was highest in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Experts suggest that prioritizing storage and grid management could help reduce curtailment.

Jamia Millia Islamia has cancelled its 106th Foundation Day celebrations due to ongoing protests over the restoration of the students' union, which was dissolved in 2006. The university had formed a committee to draft a constitution for the union, but the protests continued, with students demanding the revocation of disciplinary action and the removal of certain officials. The university decided to cancel the celebrations to prioritize student safety and well-being.

Netflix's The Royals season 2 has seen a change in directors after Jasmeet K Reen and Mitakshara Kumar were removed from the project. Reen was replaced after just three days of shooting, while Kumar's exit was reportedly due to incompatibility with the team's vision. Tanuj Chopra has taken over as director, and filming has resumed in Mumbai.

During a promotional event for Udta Teer at the Attari-Wagah border, authorities on the Pakistani side turned up loudspeakers playing Coke Studio music to drown out Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan. Rather than halting the event, the moment backfired into a viral sensation. Meanwhile, the patriotic comedy has been banned in Nepal due to its depiction of India-Pakistan geopolitical tensions.

Bollywood stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan visited the Wagah Border to promote their upcoming film Udta Teer, but their attempts were drowned out by Pakistani music. The Pakistani side's loud music backfired, amplifying the Indian stars' promotional efforts instead. The film, a patriotic comedy, has already received a ban in Nepal due to its storyline on India-Pakistan tensions.

Ayesha Shroff, Tiger Shroff's mother, gave a thumbs up to a paparazzo when asked about her son's health after a shooting incident on Sunday. Tiger escaped with minor injuries, while his driver was shot. Seven people have been arrested in connection with the case, and Tiger's team warned against spreading fake news about the incident.

Rashmika Mandanna expressed discomfort with Janhvi Kapoor's 'Peddi' photoshoot, stating she doesn't want to expose or engage in skin shows. Mandanna's comments come after the controversy surrounding the photoshoot, which sparked debate about objectification. Actor Vijay Deverakonda supported Mandanna, saying it's okay to set boundaries and say no to uncomfortable situations.

India's Central Board of Film Certification has passed the DC Universe movie Clayface with an 'A' certificate after ordering several edits. Censors removed 24 seconds of nudity and modified seven seconds of face-smashing scenes. The filmmakers also removed a curse word from the subtitles and added health warnings. The 108-minute psychological horror film will release in India on October 23, following paid previews on October 22.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched a 15-day campaign to defend democracy and counter opposition allegations over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The campaign aims to promote electoral roll accuracy, protect voting rights, and challenge opposition claims, with BJP leaders accusing opposition parties of spreading misleading information. The campaign will feature rallies, press conferences, and outreach to civil society groups across Bihar.

Daler Mehndi's performance at a Navratri event in Uttarakhand was halted by MLA Subodh Uniyal, who accused the singer of performing while intoxicated. Daler Mehndi's brother Mika Singh has demanded an apology from the MLA, and the FWICE has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to look into the matter, citing concerns about the singer's health and well-being.