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- Bedouin Shepherd’s Stone Throw Uncovers Dead Sea Scrolls
· World
In 1947, Bedouin shepherd Mohammed edh‑Dhib’s stone throw into a Judean Desert cave led to the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, revealing ancient Jewish…
- Florida Redistricting Plan Fails as Democrats Secure Key House Seats
· Politics
Florida’s GOP‑led redistricting plan backfired as Democrats captured the 14th, 22nd, 25th districts and held the 9th, undermining Trump’s advantage.
- Keralam CM Satheesan Uses Chanakya’s Arthashastra to Explain Revenue Strategy
· India
Kerala CM V D Satheesan cites Chanakya’s Arthashastra to explain how boosting sales, not raising taxes, increased GST collection 27% in October.
- High Court Reinstates Suspension of SFI Students Over Campus Protest
· Law & Justice
Kerala High Court overturned interim order, upholding suspension of 16 SFI students after protest involving mock cremation of VC and car damage.
- Nagaland Home Department Orders Use of Aadhaar App Credentials as Valid ID
· India
Nagaland Home Department orders all state bodies to accept Aadhaar app verifiable credentials as valid ID, following UIDAI circular HQ-30011/3/2025-AU-HO.
- Supreme Court Declines to Mandate Rotation of SC/ST Reserved Seats
· India
Supreme Court says mandatory rotation of SC/ST reserved seats is a legislative issue, not judicial, upholding Delimitation Act's provisions.
- Delhi Advocate Files Police Complaint Against AISA President Neha Bora Over Alleged Remarks About Brahmin Women
· India
Delhi Advocate Amita Sachdeva files a police complaint against AISA President Neha Bora over remarks about Brahmin women and temple priests.
- Iran Grants Passage Freedom to Indian, Chinese, Iraqi, Qatari Vessels Through Hormuz
· India
Iran has announced that merchant ships from India, China, Iraq and Qatar may transit the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions. The decision, stated by…
- 18‑Year‑Old Arrested After Speeding Toyota Innova Hits More Than a Dozen Vehicles on 8‑km Drive
· India
18‑year‑old Gokul arrested after a hired Toyota Innova drove nearly 8 km at high speed, colliding with over a dozen vehicles and injuring a scooter rider.
- Iran’s Negotiation Power Centered on Supreme Leader’s Directives and Security Council Decisions
· World
Negotiations to prevent a further outbreak of war between Iran and the United States are ongoing, but the stalled process has highlighted who holds power…
- Bengaluru Student Disqualified from Semester Exams for Wearing Smart Glasses
· India
Mount Carmel student barred from remaining first‑semester exams after invigilator found smart glasses in exam hall. Allowed to sit only in third‑semester.
- Delhi Court Orders Tihar Jail to Protect Murder Accused Aftab Poonawala After Inmate Threats
· Law & Justice
A Delhi court has directed Tihar Jail to take immediate steps to safeguard Aftab Amin Poonawala, accused of murdering his live‑in partner Shraddha Vikas…
- Congress Highlights US Midterm Results as Model of Accountability, Warns ONOE Could Weaken Same in India
· Politics
The Indian National Congress praises US mid‑term results for enforcing accountability and warns that Modi’s ONOE plan could weaken this effect in India.
- Supreme Court Orders Centre to Set Up Special Cell for Child Labour Act Enforcement
· Law & Justice
Supreme Court directs Centre to set up a special cell to enforce the Child Labour Amendment Act, 2016, banning child labour in hazardous industries.
- Kim Yo Jong Denies U.S. Claims Linking North Korea to Binance Heist
· Cyber Awareness
Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has dismissed U.S. allegations that cyber criminals linked to Pyongyang were…
- UP CM Yogi Adityanath Criticizes Former Congress Government Over LPG Connection Fees
· Politics
UP CM Yogi Adityanath criticizes former Congress government, claiming LPG connection fees of ₹25,000–₹50,000, while announcing free LPG cylinders and ₹1.5…
- Nita Ambani Showcases $1.5‑$1.8 Million Dragonfly Brooch at NMACC Library Launch
· Lifestyle
Nita Ambani unveiled the 17.67‑carat tsavorite dragonfly brooch ‘Soaring Spirit’ at NMACC Library launch, valued at $1.5‑$1.8 million.
- ANC Faces Sharp Decline in Local Election Support Amid Service Delivery Grievances
· Politics
The ANC is expected to win less than a third of votes in South Africa’s local elections, amid water shortages, power cuts and mayoral instability.
- Mother Found Dead, Daughter Missing After Suspected Grizzly Attack Near Bella Coola
· World
A mother was found dead and her 19‑year‑old daughter remains missing after a suspected grizzly bear attack near Bella Coola, BC. Search continues.
- Brazil Releases Global Blueprint to End Fossil Fuel Use
· Climate & Environment
Brazil announced the world’s first global roadmap for phasing out fossil fuels ahead of the upcoming UN climate summit. The government said countries can…
- Delhi’s Air Quality Deteriorates to Very Poor Levels, Eight Stations Exceed 400 AQI
· Climate & Environment
Delhi’s AQI rose to 331, with 8 stations exceeding 400, placing them in the severe category. PM2.5 dominates, and neighboring NCR cities also high.
- Gujarat Launches Premium AC Vista Dome Buses at Statue of Unity
· India
Gujarat introduces AC Vista Dome buses with panoramic roofs, LED TVs, and safety features, starting at Ekta Nagar’s Statue of Unity to enhance tourist travel.
- India Lifts Nearly 500 Million From Poverty, Yet Inequality Widens
· India
World Bank reports India lifted nearly 500 million people out of extreme poverty, dropping from 27.1% to 2.6% between 2011-2023, but inequality remains high.
- Sachin Pilot Counters Rivalry Claims, Emphasizes Team Strength Ahead of 2027 Punjab Elections
· Politics
Sachin Pilot, Congress general secretary and Punjab state in‑charge, said on Saturday that the party does not depend on a handful of leaders to run its…
- Alan Walker to Perform Live at BGMI International Cup 2026 in Mumbai
· Gaming & Esports
Alan Walker will perform live at the BGMI International Cup 2026 opening day in Mumbai on Oct 30, with tickets from District starting at Rs 499.
- Delhi Police ACP Manasvi Vashistha Suspended Amid Disciplinary Case
· Law & Justice
Delhi Police ACP Manasvi Vashistha suspended by MHA for violation of discipline; remains at HQ, receives subsistence and dearness allowance, not full salary.
- India Orders Hospitals to Track Pollution‑Related Illnesses as Smog Intensifies
· India
Health ministry orders states to record air‑pollution illnesses at chest clinics, use WHO ICD codes, and report monthly to NCDC.
- Sudan Accuses Ethiopia of Supporting RSF Drone Attacks, Escalating Regional Tensions
· World
Sudan has filed complaints with the United Nations Security Council and the African Union’s Peace and Security Council alleging that the Rapid Support…
- Russian Attacks Hit Kharkiv Hospital and Multiple Ukrainian Energy Sites, 73 Injured
· World
Russian ballistic missiles and drones hit Kharkiv hospital, injuring 73, and struck energy sites across Ukraine, disrupting power for 180,000 people.
- Lebanon Begins Cutting Power to 100 Public Institutions Over Unpaid Bills
· Politics
Lebanon’s Ministry of Energy and Water has begun cutting electricity to about 100 public institutions due to unpaid bills, escalating tensions with Energy…