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- Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Reply on Petition Challenging Muslim Divorce Practices
· Law & Justice
SC asks Centre to respond to petition demanding uniform safeguards for all Muslim talaq forms, challenging Talaq‑e‑Hasan and triple talaq.
- Trump Administration Attracts $11.3 Trillion in US Investments, India Secures $500 Billion
· Business & Finance
During Trump’s presidency, the U.S. attracted $11.3 trillion in foreign investment, with India ranking sixth at $500 billion, per White House tracker.
- New Zealand Museum Unveils 1938 Aerial Photos of Amelia Earhart’s Possible Crash Site
· World
A New Zealand museum has released 47 high‑resolution black‑and‑white images from a 1938 aerial survey of the island where Amelia Earhart is believed to…
- Jamaican Filmmakers Use Supernatural Drama to Reclaim Enslavement History
· Entertainment
In Sky’s supernatural series *Possession*, a woman opens a 300‑year‑old box, releasing a violent spirit that represents colonialism and oppression. The…
- Electric‑Vehicle Batteries Linked to Deforestation in Indonesia’s Sulawesi Nickel Mines
· Climate & Environment
An analysis of corporate disclosures and trade flows over the past two years shows that nickel used in batteries for Volkswagen, Ford, Tesla and other…
- Gaza Man Recovers and Buries Family After Dec. 21 Bombing
· World
Mahmoud Khalla, 40, survived the Dec. 21 Israeli strike that killed 39 in his Jabalia home. He spent three months recovering and burying his family.
- Madhya Pradesh Enforces Central Ban on Paraquat Dichloride Herbicide
· India
Madhya Pradesh orders destruction of paraquat dichloride stock, enforcing central ban. Farmers warned the herbicide can no longer be used.
- Four Fatalities Reported in Java Wildfire as Indonesia Seeks Foreign Aid
· Climate & Environment
Four firefighters died fighting a wildfire in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, Java. Indonesia reports 799 hotspots and seeks aid from Malaysia and…
- Kuki-Zo Council Calls for Probe After Woman’s Killing in Manipur’s Kamjong District
· India
The Kuki‑Zo Council condemned a woman’s killing in Manipur’s Kamjong district, called for an impartial probe, and urged review of ceasefire agreements.
- Maharashtra Govt Grants Siddhivinayak Temple Trust ₹94.12‑Crore Deal for 20 Units
· India
The Shree Siddhivinayak Ganpati Mandir Trust will buy 20 units in Ram Mansion for ₹94.12 crore, part of a ₹100 crore expansion to improve crowd management.
- Government Mandates Early Pay Review to Curb Excess Pensions
· India
The Department of Expenditure, under the finance ministry, has ordered all ministries and departments to conduct a full review of government employees’…
- China Urges Israel to Halt West Bank Settlement Expansion
· World
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Israel to stop and reverse West Bank settlements, urging open Gaza access and a two‑state solution.
- US Considers Relaxing Sanctions on Russian and Iranian Tankers to Tackle Diesel Price Surge
· World
The US may lift sanctions on Russian and Iranian tankers to lower diesel prices, a move debated amid rising fuel costs and a looming global diesel shortage.
- Students Occupy University of Buenos Aires Amid Milei Austerity Protests
· World
Students at the University of Buenos Aires occupied the Exact and Natural Sciences building to protest President Milei’s austerity cuts that cut university…
- Israel Stops Commercial Trucks to Gaza Amid Tax Dispute Claims
· World
Israel stops commercial trucks entering Gaza for two days amid a tax dispute, affecting food supplies for 2.1 million residents.
- Lisandro Martinez Apologises After Criticising United’s Hierarchy
· Sports
Lisandro Martinez apologises after criticism of Manchester United hierarchy following 2-0 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid. United fined him.
- DOJ Sues California Over Alleged 20,000 Non‑Citizen Voters Ahead of Midterms
· Politics
The United States Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against California in a U.S. District Court on Thursday after the state failed to meet a 48‑hour…
- ICE Arrests Divide Voters Ahead of 2026 Midterms
· Politics
A Fox News poll shows 53% of voters think Trump's immigration crackdown has gone too far, with ICE recording over 50,000 arrests in September.
- Quaest Poll Finds Bolsonaro Slightly Ahead of Lula Ahead of Brazil Run‑Off
· Politics
A new Quaest poll shows Senator Flavio Bolsonaro leading President Lula 46% to 44% ahead of Brazil's October 25 run‑off.
- Microsoft President Warns Trump Green‑Card Restrictions Could Weaken U.S. Tech Industry
· World
Microsoft President Brad Smith warns that Trump’s green‑card restrictions for skilled foreign workers could cripple the U.S. tech sector, urging a reassessment.
- Azerbaijan’s Hijab Ban Sparks Tension with Turkey, Highlights Israel Link
· World
Azerbaijan’s headscarf ban in schools has drawn criticism from Turkey, highlighting deeper ties with Israel and raising questions on secularism.
- Delhi Mandates Aadhaar Proof for Electricity Subsidy Eligibility
· India
The Delhi government has made Aadhaar authentication or proof of Aadhaar possession compulsory for consumers who wish to benefit from its electricity…
- Argentina Adviser Links UK Parliament Election to Falkland Claim
· World
Argentina's chief adviser links UK Parliament election of Labour MP Sagal Abdi‑Wali to Falkland Islands claim, amid rising tensions with Britain.
- Omaha Faces Possible First Frost and Freeze Saturday Morning
· Climate & Environment
Canadian high‑pressure system brings calm winds, clear skies, and a freeze warning to Omaha. Temperatures could drop to 30°F, the first freeze of the season.
- Al Jazeera Investigation Reveals Fabricated View Counts for Israeli Counter‑Documentary
· World
Al Jazeera’s investigation shows Israeli counter‑documentary to NAZA claimed 44 million views were fabricated, with real YouTube views under 130,000.
- India’s Pharma Ministry Launches Second PRIP Call, Offering Up to ₹50 Cr for Drug Discovery
· Health
India’s Pharma Ministry opens second PRIP call, offering up to ₹50 cr per project for new drug discovery, with total budget ₹5,000 cr until FY 2029‑30.
- Six‑Year‑Old and Mother Credited with Alerting Passengers During Flydubai Mid‑Air Emergency
· World
A six‑year‑old girl and her mother helped alert passengers during a Flydubai flight emergency, preventing a potential disaster.
- Ukraine Warns of Reduced Missile Warnings Amid Rising Russian Attacks
· World
Russian missile strikes kill 15+ people; Ukraine reports fewer NATO satellite alerts, affecting air‑defence and drone strikes. Trump announces energy ceasefire.
- Syrian Forces Detain Key Suspect in 2013 Baniyas Massacre
· World
Syrian authorities have detained Ali Kayali, also known as Mihrac Ural, while he was attempting to cross a border, state news agency SANA reported on…
- Foreign Investors Signal Confidence in India's Long‑Term Growth
· Business & Finance
India sees foreign investment surge: Fairfax to buy 60.72% of IDBI Bank for ₹52,878 crore, Blackstone doubles India stake to $100bn.