Born Brijendra Pal Singh in Dehradun, the celebrated producer-director died at the age of 77 following an unexpected cardiac event. Singh created, directed, and produced CID, establishing one of the longest-running and most commercially successful scripted series in Indian broadcasting history. In addition to behind-the-scenes leadership, Singh occasionally stepped in front of cameras to portray the eccentric character DCP Shamsher Singh Chitrole. The celebrated television pioneer passed away on Tuesday morning, triggering outpourings of grief across the entertainment community. Singh helmed the creative architecture of CID beginning in 1998, steering the forensic procedural across two decades of prime-time television. Beyond investigative drama, he pioneered supernatural programming on Indian screens by creating the horror anthology Aahat, which broadcast from 1995 until 2015. Actor Dayanand Shetty, who portrayed senior inspector Daya on the long-running series, honored the late director as a deeply dedicated mentor who shaped his life.

On 13 DEC 2018, the Government of India nominated Brijendra Pal Singh as President of the FTII Society and Chairman of the FTII Governing Council, according to Press Information Bureau.

Originating from Dehradun, Singh transformed into a familiar creative presence across millions of Indian households through the enduring success of his flagship procedural. His extensive television repertoire also featured acclaimed thriller concepts including Khaaki, Abhay, and the fantasy procedural SuperCops Vs Super Villains. The director was born in the northern state of Uttarakhand, cultivating an early creative interest in visual storytelling. Following his early television production work on the Marathi investigative serial Ek Shunya Shunya, Singh shifted his professional base to Mumbai. In October 2004, the production achieved international broadcasting recognition when a special 111-minute episode was filmed in an unbroken continuous take to establish a Guinness World Record. Singh was married to Canadian television producer Renu BP Singh, sharing a supportive artistic and personal partnership across several decades. Long-serving television actors who collaborated with the producer across more than twenty-four years honored him as an extraordinary educator, guide, and thorough professional.

Family, friends and well-wishers can pay their last respects at BP Singh's residence at 9:30 am on 28 October 2026 in Andheri West, Mumbai, with cremation taking place at 11:30 am at Oshiwara Crematorium, according to Indian Television Dot Com.

Singh's crime series CID ran until 2025, completing 1,651 episodes.

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Saif Ali Khan stated that he felt enthusiastic about teaming with Batra for the first time on such an evocative script exploring family relationships. Similarly, Vidya Balan marks her first directorial association with Batra, expressing admiration for his delicate storytelling sensibilities and narrative vision. The project represents a screen reunion for Balan and Khan, who previously co-starred in Parineeta and were last seen together in 2007's Eklavya: The Royal Guard. Parisian performer Mélanie Laurent brings a distinguished international filmography to the ensemble, having starred in globally recognized features such as Inglourious Basterds. Laurent recounted that she originally encountered director Ritesh Batra fifteen years ago during the Marrakech Film Festival, nurturing a mutual aspiration to film in Mumbai. Studio executive Jyoti Deshpande is steering production oversight on behalf of Jio Studios alongside executive producers Mike Goodridge and Teresa Moneo.

Long Years Ago is a collaborative venture from Adeel Ahmed and Ritesh Batra's outfit Poetic License.

The reunion project marks the latest creative partnership between Khan and Balan since their celebrated collaboration in Balan's debut feature Parineeta. Khan commended the emotional richness of the storyline and celebrated the artistic harmony of working alongside such an accomplished ensemble cast. Balan revealed that she had closely followed Batra's cinematic career since The Lunchbox and eagerly anticipated sharing the screen with Khan once again. Laurent expressed enthusiasm about participating in the Mumbai production, describing the collaborative endeavor as the fulfillment of a long-standing creative ambition. Speaking to international entertainment trade publication Deadline, director Batra discussed his creative enthusiasm regarding assembling the distinctive trio of screen performers. Khan reflected that the underlying script explores universal family experiences and unspoken emotional barriers that connect deeply with diverse international audiences. Laurent's international portfolio encompasses a variety of widely recognized motion pictures, including celebrated worldwide productions such as Beginners and Now You See Me.

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The actor remarked that portraying the selfless commitment of front-line infantrymen elevated his profound gratitude toward service members defending national security. Puri expressed that enacting the sacrifices of frontline troops deepened his patriotism and generated lasting respect for armed forces personnel protecting the nation. Puri commended the creative leadership of director Sumant Raturi and lauded the collective commitment exhibited across the production crew. The performer expressed that Raturi's directorial direction and the passionate work of the technical staff transformed the filming process into an unforgettable experience. Reflecting on the strategic wartime encounter, Puri emphasized the broader historical meaning and enduring legacy of the engagement. Puri highlighted that the legend of Gangasagar stands as a tribute to selfless duty and a reminder of the countless stories of dedication that deserve remembrance.

Following the battle, a memorial at Sripalli village was erected in memory of the 11 soldiers who gave their lives, where Lance Naik Albert Ekka was 28 years old and had served for nine years in the army, according to Honourpoint.

Param Veer seeks to pay tribute to military valor while providing theater audiences with an authentic, respectful, and emotionally grounded cinematic perspective. Puri revealed that immersing himself into the historical subject matter over the preceding twelve months required intensive research to portray the wartime narrative accurately. The performer praised Raturi's meticulous approach toward capturing the nuances of battlefield strategy and preserving authentic historical details on screen. Puri characterized the project as an opportunity to re-examine historical chapters and introduce historical military triumphs to younger generations. With this production, the actor embarks on a specialized cinematic endeavor grounded in the country's armed heritage as producers prepare further casting announcements. Producers indicated that additional specifications regarding the full supporting ensemble, character arcs, and formal theatrical premiere dates have not yet been released. The production studio plans to share subsequent promotional materials outlining Puri's specific character journey alongside broader theatrical distribution schedules in upcoming updates.

The film features cinematography by Santosh Sivan while centering on the personnel of the 14th Guards regiment, according to Business Upturn.

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The specialized Diwali promotion will offer themed cosmetic bundles and cultural rewards specifically tailored to resonate with Indian traditions. The development team incorporated multiple user safeguards into the game to encourage responsible gaming habits and assist players in maintaining healthy daily routines. Under these systems, prospective players under the age of 18 must receive consent from a parent or legal guardian prior to registering an account. The platform enforces daily playtime ceilings of up to six hours for adult users and restricts minors under 18 to a maximum of three hours alongside mandatory break reminders. In addition, strict spending restrictions apply to underage users, while all real-money microtransactions remain entirely optional. In-game graphical presentation has also been adapted for local standards, resulting in the removal or replacement of red blood elements and related visual cues. Through its dedicated Play It Right initiative, the company allocates resources toward instructional video clips, relatable comics, and wellbeing notifications.

Free Fire once had more than reportedly 40 million Indian users prior to its prohibition.

Addressing national regulatory compliance, the game operates on domestic servers, with sensitive personal data from Indian players maintained locally. Management engaged with domestic regulatory authorities throughout the preparation phase to align operational procedures with Indian data governance frameworks. A specialized domestic team based in India oversees local marketing campaigns and operational support for the player base. Garena emphasized that grassroots and collegiate tournaments represent essential foundational pathways for cultivating domestic competitive esports contenders. These competitive circuits offer aspiring amateur squads structured opportunities to refine gameplay tactics and progress toward international championship levels. The primary long-term objective centers on establishing Free Fire India as an enduring and constructive component of the nation's gaming ecosystem. The application will be accessible as a complimentary download on both Google Play and the Apple App Store beginning October 28.

In February 2022, Free Fire was banned in India along with dozens of other apps with Chinese links.

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Gizmochina described Vivo’s camera ambitions as an effort to bring smartphone imaging closer to what users expect from dedicated cameras, rather than reporting a measured performance comparison. Gizmochina reported that the X500 Pro and Pro Max debuted with MediaTek’s 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro processor. Gadgets 360 said the X500 lineup debuted in China in September.

## Camera Innovations and Imaging Hardware

The device reportedly features a sixty-frames-per-second autofocus tracking snapshot capability that was reported as a way to track moving subjects while taking photos.

According to Gizmochina and Gadgets 360, the Pro Max may offer 4K slow-motion recording at up to 960 frames per second. Gadgets 360 said a Zeiss camera kit could be bundled with the Pro Max.

## European Pricing Benchmarks and Colour Variants

Market reports indicate that the Vivo X500 Pro is projected to carry a price tag of 1,399 euros in European markets for the configuration equipped with 12 gigabytes of random-access memory and 256 gigabytes of onboard storage. The model will be offered in Moonlight Black and Sunny White colour finishes.

GSMArena reported that certification indicated 90W wired charging for the Vivo X500, while its suggested 7,500 mAh battery and 40W wireless charging were based on rumours.

The premier Vivo X500 Pro Max is tipped to retail at approximately 1,799 euros for the higher-tier 12 gigabyte random-access memory and 512 gigabyte storage configuration, available in Moonlight Black and Starry Gray aesthetics. Gadgets 360 said the global launch was scheduled for October 28, and Vivo had not announced Indian prices or a confirmed domestic launch date.

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The source told Moneycontrol that SWR planned to assign the contract as a variation to an existing Final Location Survey agreement instead of issuing a fresh tender. Under railway contract rules, such modifications permit additional assignments connected to newly sanctioned projects to be given to an existing consultant. South Western Railway had initially invited tenders for the consultancy assignment but cancelled the bidding process after detecting missing annexures within the documentation. When the tender was subsequently re-floated, both participating bidders, Prime Rail and Nagpur-based Axykno, faced disqualification. After the disqualifications, SWR sources told Moneycontrol that the railway intended to use a variation provision in its existing agreement to engage Aarvee Associates.

## Scope of the Detailed Project Report

The consultancy mandate requires Aarvee Associates to conduct comprehensive site investigations, detailed master planning, urban design, and engineering work to prepare the final project report for the proposed Yelahanka Mega Coaching Terminal. In addition to terminal planning, the project incorporates plans for augmenting coaching maintenance infrastructure and platform facilities at the nearby Rail Wheel Factory in Yelahanka. Both Abhay Kumar Gupta, Chief Administrative Officer for Construction at South Western Railway, and Manjunath Kanamadi, Chief Public Relations Officer of the zone, were unavailable for comment regarding the consultancy award.

A senior South Western Railway official stated that construction work on the Yelahanka elevated coaching terminal will start once the detailed project report receives approval from the Railway Board.

## Project Scale, Land Allocation, and Operating Model

The proposed coaching terminal carries an estimated construction cost of Rs 6,000 crore. Railway authorities plan to build the terminal across a 20-acre footprint, providing 16 platforms to expand rail capacity beyond the five platforms currently operating at Yelahanka station. Project documents indicate the facility could be developed under a public-private partnership structure or a Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer framework. The site requires transferring approximately 15 acres from the Rail Wheel Factory's wider 192-acre landholding, alongside about two acres of private land. The planned site includes the existing Yelahanka station yard and Rail Wheel Factory staff quarters. A report published on December 23, 2025, first outlined that Bengaluru's fourth railway terminal would operate as a fully elevated coaching facility partially situated on factory land.

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Syrian civil defence officials said seven people were killed across the Daraa and Suwayda provinces during the strikes. In response to the aerial bombardment, customs authorities in Syria closed the Nassib border crossing, shutting down the primary commercial and passenger transit route between the two neighboring states.

According to the Middle East Institute, Jordan first bombed suspected smuggling locations inside southern Syria in May 2023, including al-Shaab village and a water-treatment facility between Daraa and Kharab al-Shahm.

## Royal Air Force Bombardment in Southern Syrian Provinces

In a public post on social media, the Jordanian Armed Forces stated that Royal Air Force fighter jets struck several militant sites and destroyed multiple transport vehicles in southeastern Syria. Jordanian security authorities stated that the strikes targeted militant factions linked to the suspects detained in connection with the Karak church assault. The Times of India reported that Jordanian authorities said more than 20 Islamic State militants were killed; it also reported that Jordanian officials regretted civilian casualties.

Damascus offered a conflicting account of the cross-border operation. Syria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the strikes were carried out without prior notification or coordination, describing the event as a treacherous assault. Syria's Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management deployed emergency teams to four impact locations, while Syrian civil defense workers recovered bodies from the rubble.

## Civilian Casualties and Border Crossing Closure

Syrian civil defence officials said three members of a family were injured when a strike hit a tent in al-Taff, where five other relatives were killed. In the rural al-Shayah farming area near Nassib, an eighty-year-old man named Riyad Karrad was killed at a farm, and his body was transported to Daraa National Hospital.

A strike also hit a house in Muzayrib in western Daraa without reported casualties. Following the strikes, Syrian authorities ordered the complete suspension of passenger and commercial traffic at the Nassib border crossing to protect travelers and personnel.

## Investigation and Suspect Arrests in Karak

Hours before the Syrian strikes, Jordanian security forces arrested three men after a confrontation at an abandoned building in Karak, according to Al Jazeera. Jordan's Public Security Directorate identified the captured men as brothers Hazza Zaidan Mohammed and Meshal Zaidan Mohammed, alongside their relative Ahmad Sami Hussein.

According to Petra News Agency, King Abdullah II directed a review of policies aimed at countering extremist ideology during a National Security Council meeting.

Interior Minister Mazen al-Faraya told state-affiliated television that the three detainees were Jordanian nationals who barricaded themselves in a structure near the shooting location. Al-Faraya explained that authorities had opened an inquiry into circumstances driving youth toward extremist ideology, while noting there were no current indications of links to foreign networks.

## Memorial Services and Regional Border Friction

Prime Minister Jafar Hassan declared a three-day national mourning period across Jordan, ordering government flags flown at half-mast. Eight funeral attendees were buried on Sunday adjacent to the St. George's Church in Hammoud, while the ninth victim, Mohammed al-Qasous, was laid to rest in south Amman on Monday.

Jordan has conducted multiple cross-border air operations in southern Syria since 2023, stating that flights targeted regional narcotics and weapons smuggling rings. Human Rights Watch previously called for scrutiny over cross-border air raids that resulted in civilian casualties in January 2024. Syrian diplomats stated that Damascus opened direct communication channels with Amman to examine the circumstances of the strikes while seeking to preserve Syrian sovereignty.

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